Sunblock

It’s coming to the end of May, which is the end of skin cancer awareness month, and a good reminder of the real harms that can arise from overexposure to the sun. As you may know, 5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year,…

As we confront the economic fallout that seems to be afflicting our country, there are many ways to discern how consumers will respond to rising prices. One concept, coined by cosmetics heir Leonard Lauder in 2001, is known as the “lipstick index.” According to this concept, as prices rise and…

As with most aspects of aging, the best skin care predictor for how your face and skin will hold up is some combination of genetics (congratulations if you and your mom were born with good skin), lifestyle, environment, and proactive measures. You can assume that as an older adult, you’ll…

Earlier this spring we published a post on the rising rates of lethal skin cancers. As we made clear, UV rays from the sun are the primary cause of skin cancer (along with skin aging). And other than avoiding sun exposure altogether, your best bet for lowering your risk of…

With spring upon us (mostly), are you heading outside? Spending long days taking in the sun and warmth after a miserable winter? Not to rain on your parade, but once you’re outside, what are you doing to protect your skin from your new spring sun exposure? We know that UV…

No one needs reminding that your skin is often the most visible sign that you’re aging. Whether it’s wrinkles and creases on your face, dry skin on your arms, or spots or bruises on your hands or legs, your skin is a visible reminder that the clock is ticking in…