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06/24/2023

Vitiligo (pronounced “vit-il-EYE-go”) is a skin condition that causes your skin to lose its color or pigment. This causes your skin to appear lighter than your natural skin tone or turn white.

At what stage should it become a concern?
- When your skin loses pigmentation or color rapidly.
- Depigmentation spreads to a large area of your body.

Don't hold back when the changes in your skin start affecting your mental health and well-being!

Reach out, discuss, and extend a caring hand to those going through the same.

You are beautiful inside- out🤗

06/12/2023

Do you know?

- Majority of Scleroderma patients are women

- Symptoms may vary for every individual (mild to severe)

- At later stages, more than 15% may suffer from kidney failure

- Even though it affects the skin, it is not contagious!

As a dermatologist, I can guide you on how to care for your skin during this phase.

#1 If you are unaware of the condition and experience skin hardening or thickening, consult your dermatologist. They will help you figure out if it's merely a skin condition

#2 Make a list of your symptoms and medications/supplements

#3 Take good care of your skin. Protect it from dryness or too much exposure to the sun, hot baths, or chemicals in soaps and detergents. Minimize the risks of irritating your skin.

#4 Keep moving. Exercise

#5 Moisturize

Let's educate ourselves on how to care better, share better, and live better.

If it's something I can help you with, reach me at www.dermassoc.net for one on one consultations and advice🤗

04/11/2023

Before figuring out which treatment to go for, here's what you need to know about Scars and how they heal:

Scars form AFTER the healing process because the new collagen that fills in the wound is different in texture than the surrounding skin.

The deeper the injury, the greater the likelihood of scarring.

For some of us, scars tend to draw unwanted attention and create insecurities, thus sharing what to do about it feels important to me.

If you want to prevent or minimize them, your best bet is to start caring for them while the wound is still healing. Especially if they are causing you any pain or irritation.

But preventing scars is ultimately a personal decision. If your scars don’t make you uncomfortable there’s no reason to worry about treatments❤️

Keeping that in mind, let's review some dos and don’ts to prevent fresh wounds from leaving scars👇

1. Keep the Wound Clean
2. According to AAD, if the wound is deep especially, stitching it up helps minimize the appearance of scarring
3. Keep the Wound Moist
4. Don’t Pick at the Wound, no matter if it's on the face or any other body part. This seriously hurts the healing process
5. Don’t Skip Sun Protection
Essentially, shielding your scar from the sun can help it fade faster. If you’ve ever gotten a tan, you’re familiar with the process of sunlight making skin appear darker, and scars are no exception to this phenomenon.
6. I will write this in caps because this is the best topical treatment for new scars
USE SILICON SCAR GEL or SILICON SCAR SHEETS
7. Don’t Have Unrealistic Expectations
Scars take time to heal, sometimes even if we follow all these measures.

Preventing wounds is the best way to prevent scarring, but caring for active wounds is the next best thing. Keloid scars on one hand might be the exception that may not take to any treatment.

Depending on the type of scar, these are your next best options if you are eager to get rid of them;

Lasers
Dermabrasion
Peels
Collagen or steroid injections
Surgical revision
Skin grafts

If this information helps, come visit me and let's discuss your treatment options!

With love,
Dr. Johnson

03/25/2023

Don't just take my word for it!

Head over to my Youtube channel to hear from the family physician and the kitchen expert herself, , and learn how to effectively and efficiently prep your meals that actually continue to benefit your SKIN, HAIR, and overall health!

Don't wait, copy the links below👇

https://www.youtube.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQd0r3Of_Ag&t=1240s&ab_channel=Dr.SonyaJohnson

03/12/2023

While that pregnancy glow might be something you always hear about, the fluctuating hormones during this time can take a good toll on your skin and body.

It is a different experience for every new mum or mum-to-be. But if you're the one facing challenges in tackling your skin during this wonderful phase of your life, here are some tips to follow👇

Your skincare routine doesn't need to change drastically. You might just need to steer clear of certain ingredients like Retinol and some more, but the best way to help avoid any sudden skin sensitivity or reactions is to keep it simple and stick to your basic routine.

TIP #1:
Since your body is basically stretching to make room for your baby, choose a good, rich moisturizer and use it liberally all over your body to prevent dryness, moisture loss or irritation, and stretch marks.

TIP #2:
Use a gentle foaming cleanser, oil-free moisturizer, or a hydrating serum and SPF for the face.

TIP #3:
Look for these effective and pregnancy-safe ingredients such as ceramides, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and azelaic acid. They are all excellent ingredients that help alleviate dryness, soothe sensitivity, and tackle pigmentation.

TIP #4:
Steer clear of retinoids and retinol, bleaching ingredients like hydroquinone, and high levels of salicylic acid.

TIP #5:
Using a fragrance or a perfume may seem harmless, but some may end up experiencing heightened nausea, especially if they are already experiencing it on a daily during pregnancy. It might also end up irritating your skin. The wise decision would be to opt for fragrance-free skincare products as well as minimize the use of perfumes or fragrant deodorants.

TIP #6:
If you're really worried about stretch marks and cellulite, there are many good stretch mark creams, lotions, and oils available in the market. Pick one and use it consistently. It really does help!

TIP #7:
If you're facing some stubborn acne or blemishes, try using hydrocolloid stickers(acne patches). Just pop them on after cleansing, as long as they don't irritate or dry.

Remember to keep hydrated always inside and out.

Got any questions? Ask away😊

03/10/2023

I won't deny the genius product the DRY SHAMPOO is...

On those days when one can't simply afford the luxury of having a proper wash and you have to rush, it feels like the ideal hack to tackle those oily strands and shiny scalp.

But just like any other thing, it might cost you your healthy scalp if not used in moderation.

Dry shampoos are typically formulated with ingredients like starch, alcohol, or talcum powder and work by absorbing the oil and grease on the scalp and along the hair shaft. When used correctly and in moderation (I'll explain below what I mean by correctly),
these products are OK to apply.

Since the dry shampoo doesn't clean the scalp, with continued use, it can clog your hair follicles or cause inflammation. May create or aggravate dryness.

My best recommendations for how to use them are below;

- If you really need to use it, I would recommend you use it once or twice a week at max in between your hair washes

- Try searching for a formula that doesn't contain sulfates, parabens, polyethylene glycols, synthetic fragrances, talc, and alcohol.

- Try washing your hair more frequently whenever possible, because over time it may change the microbiome of your scalp

- Only apply the dry shampoo where the hair is greasiest. Identify the parts of your hair that are oily by sectioning the hair to expose the scalp and roots.

- Spray with a distance and let it sit before brushing

- Massage the product so it effectively does its job and you don't end up spritzing a little too extra

A colleague of mine recommends using it at night to increase its efficacy. She says she likes to use it before bed on days when she has to rush in the morning. The hair will absorb it as you sleep and look refreshed by dawn.

If you think the severity of your oily scalp is much more than this, do consult your dermatologist!

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03/03/2023

March is Endometriosis Awareness month.

In this post I highlight some most common skin issues people suffering from endometriosis face. And what preventative measures and treatments we can take during this phase.

Swipe to see if you or someone you know is concerned with these skin conditions.

If you need my help during this phase, let's chat!

01/20/2023

Moles, warts, and skin tags can be removed using CO2 Laser Ablation and Electrocautery, some of the least invasive methods.

A local numbing cream is used to provide anesthesia. The resultant scar tissue is also usually less evident as compared to other methods of removal and heals in a few weeks' time.

A skin tag is a tiny, outpouching of skin. They look like tiny bits of “hanging” skin and typically occur at sites where clothing rubs against the skin or where there is skin-to-skin friction, such as the underarms, neck, upper chest, and groin.

And the question patients always ask is, will the procedure hurt?

No, it most certainly does not. The numbing cream or a local anesthetic administered a few minutes prior, paired with these non-invasive procedures barely lets you feel any pain, and keeps the bleeding and scarring to a minimum as well.

Having said that, some moles can be harmful to health. The only way to be sure if a mole is melanoma is to have it examined by a doctor.

Need more advice on skin care procedures?? Subscribe to my Youtube channel!

01/10/2023

Excess body weight greatly strains nearly all domains of the body’s functions. The consequences of obesity on the skin are underestimated.
Studies conducted between obese and non-obese women have found that skin barrier and moisturizing functions were significantly impaired by obesity, resulting in considerable dryness and roughness.
Skin coloration changes such as facial redness believed to be due to dilation of the local blood vessels in response to inflammation were noted, as was reduced yellow coloration.
Other localized skin manifestations tied to obesity include the following:
- Atopic eczema, due to chronic inflammation.
- Areas of subcutaneous soft, pitted swelling
- Striae cor stretch marks caused by excessive stretching of the skin in areas such as the breasts, buttocks, abdomen, hips, and thighs.
- Skin tags, often found around eyelids, neck, and armpits.
- Areas of hyper-pigmented plaques near skin folds. The appearance of plaques increases with the degree of obesity. The condition can be benign or malignant and is a marker for underlying systemic endocrine diseases such as diabetes or cancer.
- Diffuse thickening of the skin of the heel, arch, and plantar region of the large toe.
- Cellulitis, an acute, rapidly spreading inflammatory infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, often occurs in the lower extremities.
- Psoriasis. Obesity is associated with a worsened prognosis of psoriasis and is considered an independent risk factor development of this chronic inflammatory skin disorder. Reduction of body weight has shown a direct correlation to reduced severity of psoriasis.

So the question that remains is, how can obesity be managed?
Managing obesity requires a lot of strength and self-motivation. The most important strategy is a change in lifestyle with both dietary changes and physical activity.

My personal preferences are a good rigorous walk, a short run every now and then, or a nice long swim session that both relaxes the body and energizes respective muscles.

Let's spend today creating awareness and helping those who need our help in treating obesity and skin disorders.

Let me know your favorite exercises and healthy snacks👇

01/06/2023

You may have heard a great deal about the keto diet, especially since the diet is said to promote weight loss and have a positive impact on blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

What you probably didn’t know is that observing a low-carb and high-fat diet also has numerous effects on your skin, especially since some experts feel that the keto diet has both good and bad effects worth looking out for.

So in this post, let's break down the impacts a keto diet may have on your skin health.

Though there are no significant studies linking the keto diet directly to skin health, many medical professionals seem to think the keto diet can be anti-aging. The aging process’s many culprits include elevated levels of glucose, insulin, and triglycerides. Since a ketogenic diet can reduce these glucose, triglyceride, and insulin levels, this low-carb diet may positively impact your skin health.

1. Reduces Inflammation
While it's true that when you drastically throw off the percentages of fats, carbs, and proteins, you can cause havoc on your skin bringing on inflammation, especially with a high intake of fat. Keto includes a diet rich in lean protein and good fats. So when you reduce your intake of simple carbohydrates with a low-carb keto diet, you are reducing your insulin production and minimizing the risk of inflammation throughout the body.

2. Reduces Acne Breakouts
That's why many people love keto diets, as they can help improve acne-related symptoms. Eating fewer carbs leads to your body producing less insulin. Insulin is associated with acne, inflammation, and breakouts, so reducing your insulin levels with a low-carb diet can have a positive impact on your acne symptoms.

For some, the fats present in dairy may not be so "acne-relieving". You might find that fats found in fish, meat, and eggs may be better at reducing acne than the fats found in cream, butter, and cheese.

3. The keto diet focuses on good quality fats, including omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids that benefit the skin and can prevent sun damage.

Hmm, there may be a few more points we could talk about regarding Keto and skin health.

STAY TUNED!!

12/20/2022

TRUE or FALSE (Part I);

Since I've been in practice, my aim has always been to treat diverse skin types. My entire skincare product range GORGEOUSRX has been curated and created keeping this one specific attribute in mind.

However, to this day it leaves me feeling uneasy when patients or clients or somebody somewhere at random having darker skin tones come up with statements that are so far from the truth.

To answer all your skin-related questions, let's start a TRUE or FALSE series and bust all the skin-related myths there ever existed.

To answer the ones in this post;

1- Dark skin tones can't use peels
✖FALSE
Let’s talk about the myth surrounding laser treatments and chemical peels. Are they truly off-limits for patients with darker skin tones? Not at all. In skilled hands, with the right lasers, there are many treatments that are effective and appropriate for skin of color. When it comes to chemical peels, the right compound applied to the skin for the correct amount of time can lead to great results and smoother, more even skin. It is important to make sure that the peel you choose does not contain an acid that you may be allergic to. Peels tend to have varying strengths, from lighter strengths that you can perform at home to deeper peels that only a dermatologist should perform.

2- Dark skin tones do not need sunscreen
✖FALSE
Yes, we the Brown people have more melanin, but our melanin isn’t stronger than the sun. The biggest culprit of hyperpigmentation is UV exposure from the sun. It is important for all skin tones to wear sunscreen each and every day, even in the winter or when it’s cloudy out.

3- Dark skin tones are less sensitive
✖FALSE
You may have already guessed after reading the above that this is false. Yes, fair skin easily reveals any irritation or changes due to its lighter pigment, however, dark skin can mask irritation and have more visible and prolonged reactions to irritants.
Therefore, it is important that skin care regimens for Black and Brown skin contain calming and soothing ingredients to prevent irritation, thus the overproduction of melanin. Especially during exfoliation.

12/05/2022

So many appointments this season are related to dry skin problems.

How does the fall/winter season affect your skin?

Dry air tends to cause itchy skin.

As the humidity levels drop, dry air which promotes dry skin may end up aggravating existing skin conditions. This is especially true if you're prone to eczema or other dry skin concerns.

After treating so many patients over the course of my career, and listening to their dry skin concerns, my team and I ended up creating a dry skin facial therapy kit.

The kit includes 5 amazing products that help you maintain your hydrated glowing skin even in drier weather conditions.

- Rejuvenating Cleanser
- Ultra Hydrator
- Dual Defense Sunscreen
- Hydrating Cream Moisturizer
- Renewal Moisturizer

Swipe to see how to follow this regime and the super beneficial/potent ingredients the team of Gorgeous Rx and I have combined in this product line.

We hope you have a great fall/ winter season this time!

Love,
Dr.Johnson

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