Dull Skin

What is Ashy Skin?

• If you are with a dark brown or black skin color and you feel that sometimes your skin looks a bit gray, then you may have something that dermatologists refer to as ‘ashy skin’.   Ashy skin is common in darker skin types, and is a result of dry skin. Dry skin leads to a build-up of dead skin cells on the stratum corneum (the outer layer of the skin) causing the skin to look gray in color.   Thankfully, getting rid of ashy skin on the face and body is easily achievable at home with a personalized skin care routine. Read on for our expert dermatologist tips on how to get rid of, and prevent, ashy skin. To read more about “What causes skin color? ” click here.

  2021-04-08 | Leslie Baumann MD

The Effects of Stress on Skin

• Stress, Skin and How to Treat Your Stress Breakouts Written by Elaine Menshoff In the same way that stress can affect your mood, appetite and sleep schedule, it impacts the way that your skin functions. In order to understand the skins’ needs in times of distress, you must first understand ...

  2021-03-12 | Leslie Baumann MD

Microdermabrasion

• Microdermabrasion Will Smooth Skin If have dull skin and you’re looking for smooth, renewed, rejuvenated skin fast, a minimally invasive treatment called microdermabrasion may be a great option for you. This cosmetic treatment, done by a professional aesthetician, gently exfoliates away the top layer of skin on your face and ...

  2021-01-07 | Leslie Baumann MD