At The Menkes Clinic, Mountain View, California area patients often have a variety of questions for their dermatologists. One question we hear regularly is, “Do I really need to wear sunscreen during the winter?” While the winter days are shorter and darker, this doesn’t mean that your skincare and sun protection regimen should be changed. …
Dr. Lillian Soohoo has been caring for patients during the pandemic and took some time to share several COVID-related “Skin-Diseases-of-the-Month.” It’s been six months since the world came to a halt and those who could, locked themselves in their homes. Along with the new habits we’ve fallen into during COVID, I’ve noticed an interesting trend …
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Early last month when the community threat of COVID-19 became a reality, my patients began asking questions about skin care products to use and my thoughts on the best skin care practices needed to prevent infection and to maintain skin health. In this blog, I share a few simple tips and observations about how to …
With every seasonal change comes a change in the weather. Some months and seasons are drier while others boast high humidity levels. These changes do not only impact your wardrobe, but your skin care routine. It is almost impossible to maintain the same skin care regimen all year long, as the seasonal changes can have …
As we mature, women over 45 may notice the sudden development of new skin lesions on the face and body. What are these things? Sometimes occurring singly, or maybe as multiple spots, these skin growths can be unsightly and often cause concern about their potential for skin cancer. In this blogpost, we will explore many …
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it requires the most attention to look beautiful, youthful, and healthy. To achieve this, many patients find that daily moisturizing can make a huge difference in the texture and tone of the skin. The team at The Menkes Clinic encourages patients to learn more about …
