A Chance to Win ... How Many Moles Does the Average Person Have?

June Promotion Derm RF | June 30, 2011 at 8:14 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-oU

A chance to win...

Did you know that only one in 100 babies is born with moles? Most adults develop them during the first 20 years of life from factors like hormones, sun exposure and genetics. But how many is normal? Comment on this post in the next 24 hours with your guess on how many moles the average person has for a chance to win the perfect sunscreen pair: our REVERSE Environmental Shield SPF 55 and our new ESSENTIALS SFP 30 Body Sunscreen.

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You Weren't Born With Freckles!!

Myth Busters Derm RF | June 28, 2011 at 3:30 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-oP

 

Myth: I was born with freckles

Nobody is born with freckles. While there is a genetic tendency to form freckles, exposure to sun is a critical factor in bringing them out. That is why freckles tend to be darker in the summer and may fade almost completely in the winter. So, make sure sunscreen is part of your child’s life from the time she or he is born.

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Watch ALL Your Moles

Habits that Haunt Derm RF | June 22, 2011 at 12:36 am | Categories: Habits that Haunt | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-oF

Only looking for changes in moles where the sun shines

Melanoma can creep up anywhere. It is actually common on the buttocks and bottoms of feet. That is why dermatologists have you disrobe for your full body check. As you track your own moles, make sure to check everywhere … no place is immune from melanoma.

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Skin Mythbusters

Mythbusters Derm RF | June 14, 2011 at 4:11 pm | Categories: Myth Busters | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-on

 

MYTH: Plucking hair from a mole will make more grow back

It is perfectly safe to pluck hair growing out of a mole. This will not cause multiple hairs to grow back or stimulate cancerous transformation as per urban myth. So, pluck away!

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Worried About Moles?

The Doctor is In... Moles Dr. Kathy Fields | June 6, 2011 at 6:30 pm | Categories: The Doctor is In | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-o3

By Dr. Kathy Fields

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.

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REVERSE & Skin Cancer

1516 Mary Radford, RN | June 17, 2011 at 5:27 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-os

Does REVERSE Regimen reduce skin cancer?

We have not completed any clinical tests relating REVERSE Regimen to the study of skin cancer prevention or treatment. Prevention is very difficult to prove and we do not make any claims of this nature.

Based on Multi-Med^® Therapy, REVERSE is a complete skincare system that combines prescription medicines at non-prescription strength with active cosmetic ingredients to repair and protect hyper-pigmented, sun-damaged skin. By combining the right ingredients, in the right formulations and in the right order, the regimen:

· Lightens excessive darkness, brown spots and uneven pigment.

· Brightens dull skin, improves tone and texture and boosts skin's radiance.

· Exfoliates skin to remove complexion-dulling dead skin cells.

· Protects against future sun damage with broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen.

 

I’m African American and have these tiny brown and black bumps all over my upper cheeks. What is this and what should I do?

Benign growths occur frequently in African-American skin as it matures. These benign growths are called dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN), which are a cluster of small seborrheic keratoses prominently located on the faces of both African-American men and women. They are small, brown or black bumps that are sometimes mistaken for moles. It is felt that a combination of heredity, aging and exposure to the sun are factors in the development of DPNs.

Please consult with a local dermatologist about the treatment of these small lesions.

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Sunscreen & Sunburn Tips

Common Questions Mary Radford, RN | June 3, 2011 at 7:39 pm | Categories: Common Questions | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-nY

 

How much sunscreen should I apply?

We recommend you apply sunscreen liberally. One full ounce should be adequate to cover your entire body. If you’re not sure what an ounce looks like, visualize a shot glass. You will need a teaspoon to cover your entire face. A teaspoon is roughly equivalent to the size of a quarter. If you apply your sunscreen properly over your entire body, you personally should polish off a bottle during your weekend at the beach.

 

What should I do if I get sunburned?

Here are our best tips to treat the symptoms of a sun burn:

1.      For too much sun and an impending burn, take two aspirin immediately. Aspirin reduces the inflammation, redness and pain of a sunburn. Always take aspirin with food and avoid it if you have a history of gastric ulcers or bleeding problems.

2.      If your skin is already inflamed, we recommend soaking pieces of cloth in whole milk and popping these compresses into the refrigerator or freezer. Once the cold milk compresses are ready, place them on your burned areas for 20 minutes. Keep trading them out for new ones as they warm up. The protein in the milk can be very effective for relieving the painful symptoms of a burn.

If you have a blistering burn, leave the blisters intact and see your dermatologist or physician. The blister acts as a natural band-aid. Once the blisters pop, cover the raw skin with an antibiotic ointment like polysporin to prevent infection.

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Melanoma is a Killer

Letter from the Editor Derm RF | June 1, 2011 at 7:52 pm | Categories: Uncategorized | URL: http://wp.me/pMnJi-nU

Better Safe than Sorry

Did you know that melanoma is the number one killer of women ages 25-29? This deadly form of skin cancer is the fastest growing cancer in the U.S.

We know it isn’t a sexy topic but it is an important one. In fact, there are several people near and dear to us who are fighting for their lives right now due to skin cancer. This battle is especially heartbreaking because it is preventable. If caught early, melanoma is very treatable and has a survival rate of almost 100%.

Tune in to Derm RF this month for insights from Dr. Rodan and Dr. Fields on melanoma, as well as tips to protect yourself all year long and, of course, chances to win Rodan + Fields^® products.

Sincerely,

Your Derm RF Team

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