by Debi | Jun 6, 2011
Let’s talk about your skin. Medically known as melanocytic nevi, moles are small dark spots on your skin that appear predominately during the first 20 years of life. Hormones, sun exposure and genetics are all factors in the number, location and type of moles we each get.
Moles on their own aren’t necessarily dangerous; however, UV exposure can trigger malignant transformations, causing moles to become cancerous. The good news is that if caught early, melanoma is nearly 100% treatable. The best way to catch your moles before it’s too late is to map them.
Every year on your birthday, I recommend getting in your birthday suit and taking full body pictures. Compare them year after year, carefully checking for the ABCDE’s of melanoma.
A—Asymmetry: the spot isn’t symmetrical and may have an odd shape
B—Border: look for a border that isn’t sharp or defined
C—Color: the color is not uniform and may have different shades of red, brown or black
D—Diameter: the spot is the size of a pencil eraser or larger
E—Evolution: the spot is changing in size and/or shape
This may seem like a lot of work, but at the end of the day you are responsible for your health and well-being. Just like with breast cancer, most melanoma cases are self-diagnosed and not found in your annual exam. If you want a derm’s attention on your moles, make an appointment specifically for a mole evaluation. There’s not much money in mole checks … so while a great derm will make time for it, others will opt for more lucrative procedures like botox. And if you don’t feel your derm is taking your moles seriously, find a new one. There are countless great dermatologists out there who care about the health of their patients. ~Dr. Kathy Fields
by Debi | May 15, 2011
Flip flops and sandals come in all sorts of fun fashions, but they can leave your heels looking dreadful and unsightly. If you are unable to get a weekly pedicure, just follow these simple steps. First, soak your feet in warm water for a few minutes. Then, use a natural pumice stone (available at your local drugstore) along with ENHANCEMENTS MICRO-DERMABRASION PASTE ~Polishes skin with a sugar-and-salt scrub featuring vitamins C and E to slough off dry skin. Work the stone and paste over your heels to get them smooth and silky soft. Rinse and pat dry.
After exfoliating your feet, be sure to apply plenty of moisturizer. My choice — ESSENTIALS Daily Body Moisturizer
Daily Body Moisturizer
Micro-Dermabrasion Paste
~Daily body moisturizer relieves dry, flaky skin. RF-Dcell technology helps skin retain moisture and remain comfortable when challenged by climate and other environmental aggressors. Apply an ample amount to your heels and slip on a pair of cotton socks. Keep these on overnight and I promise you’ll wake up with baby soft feet!
- Summer-Fix-Prevention Tip: Apply moisturizer nightly to your heels to keep them from getting too dry.
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by Debi | Nov 6, 2010
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