Eliminate Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation This Summer
Long, sunny days are ahead of us and with increased sun exposure, many people may notice dark spots and hyperpigmentation becoming more prominent. These pesky pigmentation issues can stem from various causes, including sun damage, hormonal changes, post-inflammatory conditions, and trauma. Fortunately, there are effective ways to tackle these concerns and achieve a brighter complexion! […]
Protect Yourself from Photodamage this Summer
Harmful UV rays, oxidative-stress, and solar-damaged skin- these are all the things you want to try to avoid this summer. With the season getting hotter and the rays getting harsher, you may also want to consider tweaking your beauty regimen. Not only will it help protect your skin from accelerated aging, but it’ll also decrease […]
Red Light Therapy: Does it Really Work?
Gua shas, jade rollers, and derma rollers- We’ve all seen celebrities and skincare gurus use some type of tool to assist in their skincare routine. One tool in particular, however, has got our attention. It’s a wand commonly used in a practice called ‘Red Light Therapy’. Question is: What is Red Light therapy, and does […]
Is Blue Light from Devices Bad for Your Health? + Quick Guide: EMF & UV Rays
On average, American adults spend eight and a half hours per day in front of the computer, a phone, or other devices. But have you ever considered how excess screen-time affects your health? Recent studies show gadgets are capable of causing damage to our skin through blue light emissions. Although blue light has the shortest […]
The Art of Beauty Sleep
Getting a good night’s beauty sleep in the Winter may seem like no problem, right? After all, it is the season of sipping on our favorite hot beverage and snuggling up with our favorite blanket!
Does Vaping Affect the Skin?
Vaping is on the rise in the U.S. and we are currently experiencing the first e-cigarette epidemic in which 1,650 cases of severe lung injuries have been reported. According to the CDC, the epidemic is nowhere near a slowdown.
Episode 79: Melasma, Hyperpigmentation, & Skincare Secrets with Rachel Roff | @urbanskinfounder
Happy Tuesday, beauties! On this week’s episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, we celebrate Melasma Awareness Month! Founder of the skincare line, Urban Skin Rx, Rachel Roff joins me on the podcast to talk all about melasma, pigmentation, and the different ways you can treat these conditions. For many, melasma […]
Five Minute Friday: Surviving Internship with Dr. Shima Radjabian
Happy Friday, Beauty Byters! As you prepare for your summer vacation, or stay-cation, it is important to learn the benefits of wearing sunscreen. UV rays can damage your skin cells DNA. With improper care, over time your skin may be susceptible to wrinkles, discoloration, and skin cancer. In this podcast I talk to you all […]
Five Minute Friday: Your Guide to Chemical and Mineral Based Sunscreens!
Happy Friday, Beauty Byters! As you prepare for your summer vacation, or stay-cation, it is important to learn the benefits of wearing sunscreen. UV rays can damage your skin cells DNA. With improper care, over time your skin may be susceptible to wrinkles, discoloration, and skin cancer. In this podcast I talk to you all […]
Five Minute Friday: My 5 Secrets for Aging Gracefully
Happy Friday, Beauty Byters! On this week’s Five Minute Friday, I give you my 5 secrets for aging gracefully in this day and age. With modern advancements in skin care, injectables, and surgical techniques, the aging process is becoming more simplified than ever! I cover things like what to do when fine lines and wrinkles […]