Mohs-MD Blog
Anti-Aging in the Digital Era: Part I
By Elena Allbritton, MD, FAAD Aging is a universal biological process, but how we age has changed dramatically in the modern world. From AI-powered skincare apps to laser resurfacing technology that was unimaginable two decades ago, patients today have more tools at their disposal than ever before. At the same time, new digital-era stressors like […]
Can a DNA Test Tell What Skincare You Need?
by Dr. Koji Ota There has been an increase in the availability and popularity of DNA tests aimed to provide personalized insight into one’s health, including one’s skin. This post is an introduction to what a DNA test can and cannot tell you about your skin and how you can incorporate information obtained from these […]
How Stress and Sleep Disruption Show Up on Your Skin
As the holiday season comes to a close and the new year begins, life can feel more hectic than ever, and your skin is often the first casualty. Scientific research has repeatedly confirmed what many of us feel intuitively: stress and poor sleep directly impact your skin’s appearance, function, and ability to heal. Let’s break […]
Eco-Friendly Skin Care: What Does ‘Clean’ Really Mean?
By: Caroline Glick, PA-C, MPH Skin care products can be confusing. Labels such as ‘organic,’ ‘vegan,’ ‘cruelty-free,’ ‘hypoallergenic,’ ‘fragrance-free,’ ‘eco-friendly,’ and ‘clean’ are all common marketing tools. But the lack of standardization within the skin care industry makes it difficult for shoppers to know exactly what they are buying. There can be discrepancies between marketing […]
A Dermatology Expert’s Guide to Safe At-Home LED Masks & Microcurrent Tools
By Joan Pohutsky, DNP, NP-BC At-home skincare technology is everywhere—from LED face masks to microcurrent “facelift” tools that promise glow, lift, and firmness. As dermatology providers, we want patients to feel empowered about their skin. But with so many gadgets on the market, using them safely and effectively is essential. This guide breaks down what […]
National Healthy Skin Month: What’s New in Skincare and Aesthetic Dermatology
By Maral Kibarian Skelsey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Every year, the American Academy of Dermatology designates November as Healthy Skin Month. It’s a good time to pay attention to your skin and adopt habits that lead to a lifetime of healthy skin. But youthful skin is about more than just smoothness — it’s also about firmness, […]
The Scary Truth About Halloween: Rashes, Breakouts & How to Avoid Them
With Halloween just around the corner, most of us are busy focusing on the fun of finding the perfect costume, planning spooky parties, and, of course, indulging in way too much candy, but the real fright might come after the trick or treating is over. From heavy costume makeup and sugar overload to adhesive-packed accessories […]
Back-to-School Skin Concerns: Sports Edition
By Koji Ota, MD Fall is an exciting time when kids return to school to begin a new academic year, and for many, this also kicks off the fall sports season! Let’s discuss some of the most common skin concerns that affect young athletes and what to look out for. Sun Protection Proper sun […]
Summertime and the Bugs are Biting, Part II
By Dr. Scott Norton This is the second half of our summer bug series. In Part 1, we explored outdoor biters and stingers like mosquitoes, bees, fire ants, and ticks. If you’ve already been scratching from those, get ready — in this post, Part 2 we will look at the pests that live closer to […]
Summertime, and the Bugs Are Biting – Part 1
By Dr. Scott Norton Earlier this month, I saw George Gershwin’s opera, Porgie and Bess. It was a wonderful performance, and I’ve been humming the opening aria, Summertime, for the past few weeks. Everyone knows the tune for Summertime, whose lyrics were written by George’s younger brother, Ira Gershwin, and their collaborator, DuBose Heyward. Since […]
Hormonal Acne as an Adult
By Kyleen Davis, FNP Let’s get one thing straight—acne isn’t just a teenage thing. Even though Hollywood would have us believe that breakouts magically disappear with high school, many women continue to deal with acne well into adulthood. And let’s be honest, it’s frustrating. It can feel like your skin is going backwards. The culprit? […]
Skin Cancer Myths
By Caroline Glick, PA-C, MPH In the United States, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Despite such high numbers of skin cancer diagnoses, there are many myths pertaining to skin cancer and sun protection. In this post, I will debunk […]
