Hidradenitis Suppurativa Signs and Symptoms

Dr. Marc Darst serves on the IDEOM  board of directors (International Dermatology Outcome Measures). Dr. Darst and his colleagues at IDEOM are confident that through a focused, inclusive, transparent, and evidence-based effort, the community will make significant progress in establishing outcomes measures in psoriasis, dermatology, and beyond. Achieving success requires that all key stakeholders (including…

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Sun Protection You Can Wear!

Coolibar clothing and accessories are UPF 50+ for the life of the fabric. Coolibar clothing are custom designed and produce and offer technically elegant styles in proprietary fabrics that block 98% of UVA/UVB rays. The more you’re covered, the more you’re protected, and the more you’ll enjoy a worry-free life outside. Medical VIP Program 30%…

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Vitamin K Serum For Bruising

Bruises are the result of some type of trauma or injury to the skin that causes blood vessels to burst. Bruises usually go away on their own, but you can take steps to lessen the pain and reduce the visibility. Applying ice immediately after the injury to reduce blood flow around the area can help.…

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Dr. Darst Appears on Channel 14 News – Discussing Sunscreen Study

NORTH CAROLINA – Charlotte-based dermatologist Marc Darst says people need to wear sunscreen daily. Long term effects of not wearing sunscreen, ultimately, can lead to skin cancer,” Dr. Darst said. But a consumer report this month says less than half of popular sunscreens tested actually meets (Delete S) it’s advertised SPF. And a 2016 study…

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Epionce Skincare Medical Education Meeting

Members of the Darst Dermatology staff went to Atlanta for the Epionce Skincare Medical Education Meeting last weekend. They learned from the founder of Epionce – clinical dermatologist Dr. Carl Thornfeldt – with an Epionce Advanced Clinical Training! This was the perfect opportunity to meet Dr. Thornfeldt, and learn from his experiences.    

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Tip of the Month – Epionce For the Neck & Décolleté

Don’t skip this important step in your skin care regimen. Some experts say unprotected skin on the neck ages seven times faster than the face. Hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles on the décolleté  from years of sun damage become more noticable as patients age. Use Epionce to help:  • Firm and tighten skin on neck…

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The Need for Shade

Read this article to educate yourself, friends and family on how to prevent skin cancer. Click here to learn more.

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Dr. Darst Guide to Treating Dry Skin

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Dry skin can be worsened by low humidity, operation of heaters in the winter, bathing more than once a day, and over-use of soap. Hot water and soaps can remove essential oils from the skin, which leads to dryness and itching. Dry skin or irritation also aggravates many skin conditions. Small changes in how you…

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Dysport and Botox statistics

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2015 statistic report, there was a 759% increase in Botulinum Toxin injections between 2000 and 2015! There were 6,757,198 Botulinum Toxin injections -making it the most popular minimally invasive procedure in the US in 2015.  

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