Skin Cancer / Moles Archives

24 Jun Do You Need to See a Medical Dermatologist or Cosmetic Dermatologist?

Posted at 05:00h in Eczema, Microneedling, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles, Skin Care Products / Online Store

Do You Need to See a Medical Dermatologist or Cosmetic Dermatologist – how do you know? The answer is probably both! RefinedMD offers both medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments, and the vast majority of patients benefit from taking care of their skin in both ways....

10 Jun Prevent AND Treat Sun Damage this Summer

Posted at 05:00h in Skin Cancer / Moles, Sun Damage

Sun damage is the leading cause of signs of aging and skin cancer—and it’s 100 percent preventable. However, if your parents didn’t keep you constantly shaded and slathered in sunscreen from the moment you were born, don’t worry. You can also treat the signs of...

Medical + Cosmetic Dermatology | RefinedMD, Los Gatos + San Jose

17 May Medical + Cosmetic Dermatology = Ultimate Power Couple

Posted at 05:00h in Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles

What’s the difference between medical and cosmetic dermatology? Sometimes there’s a lot of overlap, and that’s why RefinedMD specializes in both. “Medical dermatology” is the treatment of medical skin conditions, and that includes very common issues such as acne, rosacea, melasma, and skin cancer. Dr....

Aesthetic Treatments for Medical Skin Conditions | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

28 Apr Aesthetic Treatments for Medical Skin Conditions

Posted at 05:00h in Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles

What’s the difference between medical skin care and aesthetic skin care? Sometimes not much! RefinedMD is a holistic, comprehensive center offering diagnoses and treatments for both medical and aesthetic skin issues because we know that a lot of the time there’s plenty of overlap. Let’s...

Is Tanning from Your Teens & Twenties Back to Haunt You? | RefinedMD

04 Mar Is Tanning from Your Teens & Twenties Back to Haunt You?

Posted at 05:00h in Skin Cancer / Moles, Sun Damage

Sun damage reveals itself in many ways, and a lot of the time it can take years or even decades to show up. RefinedMD offers a suite of services to reverse the signs of sun damage for your esthetic concerns and keeps you on top...

See A Dermatologist as Often as A Dentist | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

13 Jan Do You See Your Dermatologist as Often as You See Your Dentist?

Posted at 05:00h in Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles, Sun Damage

If you’re like most people, the answer is probably no. Notice that we said dermatologist here, not esthetician. RefinedMD is home to both renowned dermatologists and leading skin care experts like estheticians because we know that your skin is complex and unique. So, what’s the...

Can I Really Get Sun Damage in Winter? | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

14 Dec Can I Really Get Sun Damage in Winter?

Posted at 05:00h in Skin Cancer / Moles, Sun Damage

Absolutely. Even if we weren’t in perpetually sunny California, sun damage can and does occur year-round. The idea that sun damage only occurs on sizzling summer days is a myth we often have to dispel at RefinedMD. Sure, you might not burn as easily on...

Why Can’t I Treat My Skin Issue Myself? | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

10 Aug Why Can’t I Treat My Skin Issue Myself?

Posted at 05:00h in "Other" Things, Acne, Melasma, Peels and Facials, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles

There are over 3,000 skin conditions, and a lot of them can be easily confused for one another. RefinedMD works with patients to achieve a correct diagnosis before treatment begins. You’ve probably noticed all kinds of over the counter products or items online to treat...

Get Help Spotting Skin Cancer | RefinedMD, Los Gatos + San Jose

15 Jul Get Help Spotting Skin Cancer

Posted at 05:00h in Skin Cancer / Moles

The ABCDE guidelines for identifying skin cancer are just that—guidelines. The reality is that skin cancer can look many ways, and doesn’t always present as a suspicious mole. The absolute best person to identify signs of skin cancer early so you can enjoy a fast...

4 Common Medical Dermatology Concerns | RefinedMD

09 Mar The 4 Most Common Medical Dermatology Concerns

Posted at 05:00h in Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, Skin Cancer / Moles

We often separate dermatology into two camps: medical and cosmetic. However, at RefinedMD a lot of the time we find that medical skin issues overlap with cosmetic worries. After all, just because acne is a common medical concern (and one that causes scarring and low...