Chemical peels work to remove the damaged outer layers of skin through the application of a chemical solution to the face, neck or hands.  The chemicals will produce a controlled wound that allows softer and more even-toned layers of skin to regenerate. Uses for Chemical Peels Chemical peels can

According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), consumers should be wary of sunscreens boasting a super high sun protection factor (SPF). SPF shows how much the sunscreen will protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. For example, an SPF of 50 would theoretically allow a person to remain

Some cancer treatments: Radiation therapy and chemotherapy can cause hair loss. This hair loss is often temporary, but it can cause great distress. Ringworm of the scalp: This disease is contagious and common in children. Without effective treatment, ringworm can cause balding. Having a baby: After giving birth, some

Have you even wondered why, as you grow older, your skin doesn’t look as plump, tight or smooth as it used to? While there can be many reasons why your skin changes with age, one of the main reasons is the reduction of collagen. Collagen is, quite simply, a

Medium Chemical Peels: For medium peels, the chemical trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is commonly used. This chemical works well for treating fine surface wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigmentation problems. Similar to the light chemical peel, medium chemical peels require less downtime than a deeper peel. TCA peels are the preferred choice for patients

Chemical peels effectively treat a host of skin problems including acne, discolorations and fine lines and wrinkles. A chemical solution is applied to the face which removes the damaged outer layer of skin and leaves softer, smoother skin underneath. Most procedures take less than an hour to perform, with

Whether we like it or not, our skin often gives away our age. Your skin is the largest organ of your body that is made up of three layers: the epidermis (outer layer), dermis (middle layer) and hypodermis (bottom layer). Each layer has its own distinctive cellular structure and

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the rapid build-up of skin cells. Typically, skin cells grow deep in the skin and slowly rise to the surface, eventually falling off. The typical life cycle of a skin cell is one month. For patients with psoriasis, this production process

Everyone loses hair; it is normal to lose about 50-100 hairs every day. However, if you experience bald patches or large amounts of thinning, you may be experiencing hair loss that requires a visit to the dermatologist for proper diagnosis and possible treatment. Dr. Holy in Phoenix specializes in treating skin,

Acne occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, causing inflammation. Acne typically appears on the face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. Acne can be unsightly and uncomfortable, it can negatively affect a person’s self-esteem. When topical acne medications do not provide satisfactory results, a