Advanced Dermatology News

July 28th, 2011
  • We are excited to offer our patients cosmetic appointments on Saturdays. Our first Cosmetic Saturday Morning will be August 13th at our Katy office. Piipar Allen will administer Botox, Dysport and cosmetic fillers from 8am – 11:30am. Book your appointment now by calling 281.392.3803.
  • Don’t forget about Advanced Dermatology’s newest, non-invasive way to reduce fat:

This innovative technology that freezes away stubborn fat is now available in our Sugar Land office. Call today to schedule an appointment!

  • In case you missed it, check out Dr. Ingraham on My Fox Houston discussing the growing trend of men receiving Botox and Dysport treatments.

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FDA Aims to Upgrade Sunscreen Labels

July 28th, 2011

The FDA is doing a few things to help consumers learn more about the sunscreen they are purchasing and ways to improve their chances of staying safe in this summer sun. Under a new regulation, new sunscreen labeling will provide:

  •  A four star rating system that will inform consumers how well the sunscreen will protect them against ultraviolet A light.
  • Information on other ways that consumers can limit their risk of danger from overexposure to sunlight.

The four star system will be displayed on the front of the sunscreen bottle, near the SPF rating. With this new system:

  • One star= low UVA protection
  •  Two stars= medium UVA protection
  • Three stars= high UVA protection
  • Four stars= highest UVA protection available in the over-the-counter sunscreen product

In addition to the new rating system the FDA aims to use, consumers will be informed that sunscreen is not the only option of protection. Bottles of sunscreen will now notify consumers of the following:

  • For the best protection, limit your time of sun exposure
  • Wearing sun protective clothing is just as important as wearing sunscreen

It is important to not only apply sunscreen but frequently reapply as well

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Sunscreen Myths & Facts

July 28th, 2011

Myth: If I have darker skin, I do not need to use sunscreen.

Fact: Even people who rarely burn and have deeply pigmented skin are still susceptible to skin cancer and should use sunscreen.

 

Myth: I don’t need to reapply sunscreen that says “all day protection.”

Fact: No sunscreen provides all day protection. Even with an SPF of 50 or higher, it should still be reapplied every 2 hours, or sooner, if you have been in the water, sweat, or dried yourself with a towel.

 

Myth: My SPF 30 sunscreen blocks twice as many UV rays as my SPF 15 sunscreen.

Fact:  A sunscreen with an SPF of 15 provides protection against 93% of UVB rays, while one with an SPF of 30 provides 97% protection.

 

Myth: Since I am inside most of the day, I really do not need to use sunscreen.

Fact: UVA rays can easily penetrate through all windows and shades, even in vehicles, offices and homes. Make sure to use sunscreen even when in an airplane since the higher elevation makes the UV rays even stronger.

 

Myth: Since it is cloudy outside, I do not need to use sunscreen today.

Fact: Up to 80 percent of the sun’s ultraviolet rays can pass through the clouds. In addition, sand reflects 25 percent of the sun’s rays and snow reflects 80 percent of the sun’s rays

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Advanced Dermatology Sunscreen Tips

July 28th, 2011
  • Check the date on your sunscreen bottle to make sure that it is not expired
  • Apply at least 2 tablespoons of sunscreen to your body
  •  Sunscreen should be applied to clean, dry skin 15-30 minutes before sun exposure
  • Re-apply your sunscreen if you sweat, exercise, swim or wipe-off with a towel
  • Use a sunscreen that contains an SPF of 30 or higher
  • Children require greater protection than adults, so remember to use  sunscreens with higher a SPF and reapply more often
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