November is National Healthy Skin Month, a reminder from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) that taking care of your skin is an essential part of your overall health. At Valley Skin Institute in Fresno, California, we want to help you protect and renew your skin during the cooler months, when dryness and irritation are most common. Fresno’s Weather and
One Week Only – Buy a Facial and Get FREE Dermaplaning! From now until Wednesday, 12/4, take advantage of our Holiday Special. A Fresno dermatologist can help decide whether dermaplaning is appropriate for your skin type and goals. All our luxurious 45-minute facials come with a FREE Dermaplaning Upgrade—a $52 value! Why Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is a gentle exfoliation treatment that
Tips for Healthy Skin November is the perfect time to put your skin in the spotlight! National Healthy Skin Month, designated by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), encourages everyone to prioritize their skin, hair, and nails. Ready to glow from the inside out? Let’s dive into some easy, dermatologist-approved tips to help you build a healthy skin routine that
As summer heats up and adolescents enjoy their break, it’s also the perfect time to start prepping their skin for the upcoming school year. June is Acne Awareness Month, and at Valley Skin Institute, we’re focusing on comedonal acne, a common skin concern for many teenagers. A Fresno dermatologist can help when comedonal acne becomes persistent, inflamed, or resistant to
Revitalize Your Natural Beauty Artistry Meets Science at Valley Skin Institute Are you ready to embrace a refreshed, radiant version of yourself? Valley Skin Institute invites you to journey towards enhanced confidence and timeless beauty through our premier cosmetic dermatology services. A Fresno dermatologist can help match cosmetic services to your skin health, goals, and comfort level. Whether you’re seeking
If you have a suspicious mole, lump, or blemish on your skin, your dermatologist will likely want to take a skin biopsy from the suspect area. This is a very important procedure. It removes a small amount of the questionable tissue so that it can be examined, usually under a microscope by a dermatopathologist. This examination reveals if there is
A Full Body Exam by a Dermatologist Like any other medical exam, a healthcare provider performs a full body exam, including a medical history review. Your dermatologist will ask about your family history of skin disorders. Your provider will also review your symptoms, medications, and allergies. A full-body exam with a dermatologist Fresno patients trust can help detect suspicious spots
Known as the Christmas Tree Rash, Pityriasis Rosea is a common rash characterized by a fine, itchy, and scaly rash on the back, stomach, or chest area. It usually begins with a large circular or oval patch (called a herald patch) and then develops additional sweeping spots that resemble a pine tree. Although the rash can come and go over
Although over-the-counter (OTC) skin care products are readily available and typically less expensive than their medical grade (aka pharmaceutical grade) counterparts, the mixture of ingredients used in OTC products is usually nonspecific. This generalization is necessary because over-the-counter products are designed to be sold in the mass marketplace. Generalization also means that these OTC products are not created with your
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over, it has created many new norms in our daily routines, including visits to the doctor’s office. When millions of people were told to shelter at home, many doctors began offering telehealth appointments to meet the needs of their patients, including us at Valley Skin Institute. Here are a few things you may