What is a Cyst?
A cyst is a sac that forms in the body — it can form in bones, organs, or tissues. The cysts that form in the skin are essentially a pocket that is filled with skin cells, bacteria, and/or pus. They vary dramatically in size and can be found anywhere on the body. As time goes by, more and more skin cells are trapped in the cyst causing the cyst to grow larger.
What Are the Symptoms of a Cyst?
A cyst feels like a little knot or kernel ... 
What is Hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is heavier than normal sweating that occurs in somewhat random situations. For example, someone could simply be sitting at their desk in a classroom or at work, and start to sweat. Sweating caused by hyperhidrosis often occurs on the forehead, feet or in the groin area.
Hyperhidrosis typically starts during a person’s teens and doesn’t improve until they reach their 30s so it can be very embarrassing to deal wi... 
Causes of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Some people will try to explain hair loss in different ways, from washing your hair too often to using too many hair styling products to wearing a hat every day. But the cause of male pattern hair loss can typically be summed up in one word – genetics.
The cells in the parts of the scalp are programmed to begin miniaturizing the hair and make those hair follicles go away. This is usually driven by testosterone or som... 
What Should I Expect from a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels should be done in a series of three to six peels. For the best results, we recommend a series of six peels, three weeks apart.
Depending on the type of peel, you may notice a mild tingling sensation or feel heat on the skin. Some acids are neutralized by us and some acids are self-neutralizing, so they keep working after you leave.
By the second or third day, you’ll notice peeling or flaking... 
The SkinMedica Vitalize peel is suitable for all skin types and a solution for mild to moderate skin imperfections. Vitalize peels can be used to improve a variety of skin concerns including discolorations, uneven skin tones, acne, rough or dull texture, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Visible improvements are achieved after one treatment, with optimal results after a series of treatments. Vitalize peels can be repeated every 3-4 weeks. The effect is cumu... 
What is Botox®? How Do Botox® and Dysport® Work?
Over time, our facial muscles don’t really change, but our skin becomes thinner. As it thins, it more easily creases with muscle movement. Both Dysport® and Botox® prevent wrinkles because they lessen this movement. When injected, these “botulinum toxins” prevent nerves from talking to the muscles. The molecules block this communication so that the muscle doesn’t contract. Whe... 
What Are Fillers?
Injectable fillers help restore volume in the skin, which can reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles that come with age. Injectable fillers have also been used to make thin lips fuller, correct acne scars, and make the areas under the eyes less dark or puffy.
The most commonly used substance in injectable fillers is hyaluronic acid. Produced naturally by the human body, hyaluronic acid fills the space between cells. It attracts w... 
Millions of people are affected by birthmarks, spider veins on the face, age spots, sun spots, and freckles. While they are not necessarily medical problems, many people would like to remove these distractions from their natural beauty.
Photofacials are a non-abrasive and non-invasive rejuvenation of the skin using the technology of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). Intense pulsed light technology is used to treat a variety of benign skin conditions includin... 
The type of makeup you apply to your skin is very important. Most makeup has chemicals, artificial dyes, fragrance, and talc which can lead to sensitivities, allergic reactions, and clogged pores.
Recommended Makeup Products
At Epiphany Dermatology, we recommend Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup. The products are natural and safe even for compromised skin. Six of the products have earned the Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation so they offer superio... 
Pellevé is a non-surgical technique for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction. Pellevé uses radio frequency to painlessly treat deeper layers of the skin. Unlike other superficial treatments, Pellevé treatments go about two millimeters into the skin to rejuvenate collagen elastin fibers without damaging the top layer of the skin.
Collagen elastin fibers support the skin and hold it onto the muscle. Over time, these fibers get stretched out and lo... 