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Did you know that skin cancer can often take years and sometimes decades to develop? Unfortunately, actions and time spent in the sun 20-30 and even 50 years ago could be affecting you today. If you've spent ANY time outside or frequently visited the tanning salon...it’s time for a skin check! 

As spring rains clean nature, let's do the same for any tools, pillowcases, and masks that touch our face. They've built up quite a layer of gunk over the winter, so now is the time to get them sparkling clean again. And while we're at it, let's replace our old products, too. Fresh tools and products will help us spring into the new season knowing we're ready to face anything that comes up.   

If you’re stressed, you’re in good company. These are challenging times for many. Phones ring, doors slam, inboxes fill, and the list goes on. Add in responsibilities at work and home, and you can see why so many of us need to slow down and practice self-care so we can keep our hair full and our complexions clear. April is National Stress Month, so now’s the perfect time to take stock of stress and the effect it has on our health, including our skin and hair.

We all blush and get flushed sometimes—it’s normal. But if the blush on your cheeks is frequent, you might have a skin condition called rosacea. But how do you tell the difference between a healthy blush and a skin condition? In honor of April being Rosacea Awareness Month, we’re breaking it down below: 

Did you know that signs of diabetes can show up on your skin? In honor of American Diabetes Alert Day (March 22) we are taking a look at 10 skin conditions that are warning signs of high blood sugar caused by type 2 diabetes. These include dark skin on your neck, sores on your feet, and hard skin on your toes. 

Is it just us, or does Fitz-patrick sound like St. Patrick? We think it does! And so in honor of St. Patrick’s Day this month let’s take a test to find out your unique Fitzpatrick skin type. It’s fun to find out where you fall on the scale. Plus, it’ll give you some important info that could save your skin.