Skin Care Guide

A younger, more vibrant appearance begins with smooth, hydrated and firm skin. ThermiTight, microneedling and dermal fillers are all available at our NYC practice, work together to reverse signs of aging and keep your complexion radiant. At New York Cosmetic, Skin & Laser Surgery Center, Dr. Cameron Rokhsar is excited to offer the most cutting-edge […]

Do you always take off your make-up before bed? Every single night? Even those nights you nod off on the couch, have had a few drinks, or when you’ve had a long day? Turns out a third of women confessed in a recent survey that they are guilty of sleeping with their makeup face at […]

Skin fungus can be embarrassing for anyone, where it’s noticeable or not, it’s itching to take your attention away from your day-to-day routine and distract you from work and social interactions. There are 80,000 different species of fungus and although the ones living on your skin can be a nuisance, a visit to the dermatologist’s […]

Hair turns gray because the pigment cells stop making pigment, or color. Melanocytes are cells responsible for skin and hair color and are found everywhere in your skin and in the base of each hair follicle. In everyone, these hair-based melanocytes eventually peter out. For most people this begins around the age of thirty-five. By the time […]

We’ll spare you the preamble about how difficult rosacea can be, because if you suffer from this chronic skin condition—and 16 million Americans do—then you know already that. You also know that preventing flare-ups is easier than getting rid of them. While individual triggers vary from person to person, experts do know that the warmer […]

Water: The high water content in cucumbers helps flush out toxins and also helps hydrate skin and reduces puffiness and inflammation. Vitamin C and caffeic acid: These two nutrients — also found in abundance in zucchini and pumpkin — are thought to thwart water retention and soothe inflamed, irritated skin. Magnesium, potassium, and fiber: You’ll want to keep […]

Americans seem to carry bottled water everywhere they go these days. In fact, it has become the second most popular drink, second only to soda. Water is such an integral part of our lives. Depending on our environment, we can live only a few days without water – maybe a week. We can live much […]

Scientific studies have proven again and again that sun exposure causes wrinkles and age spots. We know the sun’s harmful and that protection is key to keeping skin looking youthful. Which is why it is essential to educate teens on the importance of protection. For the most part, parents and other responsible adults need to […]

Experiencing skin irritation is something almost everyone is familiar with at some point in their life. Whether it’s a mild redness, seemingly random swelling and itchiness, or a severe case of blisters, hives and sores; your skin is susceptible to irritation. It’s your body’s largest organ and first line of defense so it’s not unusual […]

Winterizing your skin can be the difference between dry and damaged to glowingly healthy skin. It’s important to realize that as the temperature drops, your skin’s moisturizer levels plummet as well. But the temperatures outside are only part of the problem. The increase of long, hot showers, hot and cold offices and commutes, and harsh […]

If you are experiencing acne, you understand all of the hormonal balancing acts you’ve had to play in order to find the right treatment plan. If you’ve found out you’re pregnant, your acne doesn’t just go away. Instead your body will undergo a myriad of hormonal changes that could easily worsen your acne and force […]

After going for a run or attending a yoga class have you ever noticed red, sometimes itchy bumps on your skin? No, you’re not allergic to exercise, but you could be breaking out in hives. Physical urticarial, also known as hives caused by the direct stimulation of the skin, occur where skin has been irritated. […]

One of the biggest myths both men and women have been told is that aging is reversible. Aging is an inevitability of life and how people age is mostly based on the genetic makeup of the individual, however sun exposure, alcohol and drug habits and overall personal health choices do come into play. One of […]

Warts on kids are not uncommon, and the reason for that is all based on how it’s transferred. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The HPV causes the protein in the top layer of the skin to grow too fast, which results in warts on the skin. The most common warts found in […]

Closely shaven hair has a sharp edge that can penetrate the skin, resulting in inflammation and swelling. This reaction—a normal bodily defense mechanism—is similar to the kind of reaction that occurs when you get a splinter in your finger. Although razor bumps can affect everyone, people with curly hair, African Americans, Hispanics and other ethnicities […]

I think we can all agree that basking in baby oil under the glow of a foil screen is a bad idea. And most likely, sunglasses and SPF are at the top of your packing list. It is a common misconception that a base tan will prevent a person from burning their skin on vacation, […]

It’s widely known and confirmed by medical professionals that sunscreen is an important solution to protection from the sun. Researchers have found the necessity to protect the skin year round is one of the most important routines of your day-to-day health. Children have much more sensitive and less pigmented skin. Pigment protects and darkens the […]

Today, people are getting less sleep than ever before, especially with longer work hours, technology distractions, and increase in weight that makes it hard for the obese to sleep. Aside from general health and an increased propensity to gain weight, another good a new study has revealed another reason to get enough sleep: sleep deprivation […]

Dandruff is a common chronic scalp condition marked by itching and flaking of the skin on your scalp. Although dandruff isn’t contagious and is rarely serious, it can be embarrassing and sometimes difficult to treat. The good news is that dandruff usually can be controlled. Mild cases of dandruff may need nothing more than daily […]

Research presented at the annual Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy suggests that too few American adults have been vaccinated for shingles. Researchers found that less than 20 percent of Americans ages 60 and older have been vaccinated, while the rate is less than half that for those in their 50s. Shingles is a […]

Your skin is affected by numerous external factors, such as your environment or your skin care routine. Underneath the surface, your skin is affected by a more permanent factor: your genes. Genes, are what make you, you. They are made up of DNA, which determines what you will inherit from your family members. DNA does […]

There are many different bumps, moles, and marks that could develop on the skin and it is important to be able to differentiate between a dangerous sign and an innocuous freckle. Look through the following pictures warning signs that indicate certain marks on your body. With any suspicious marks, you should visit your dermatologist for […]

A person’s hands and feet arguably endure the most use throughout the day. Whether your feet are being stuffed into shoes and walking you several blocks in the city, or your hands are chopping and cooking up a meal for your family; hands and feet experience a lot in a person’s day-to-day routine. Over-washing, and […]

As people age, their skin naturally changes, whether it’s wrinkles, sun spots or varicose veins; the skin demands different treatment. The skin also becomes very susceptible to skin infection and skin disease, along with a slower healing process. The skin also injures easier, such as bruising because of decreased elasticity and tends to become thinner […]

Although dandruff is a typically harmless skin condition, it can be embarrassing and stop both men and women from wearing darker clothes in fear of their shedding. Dandruff is not a contagious condition, and most commonly only causes dry skin that flakes off into the rest of the hair and sometimes onto the shoulders of […]

Yes, it’s true; stress can cause skin problems. As if stress wasn’t bad enough, it has to make itself visible on the outside as well. Studies have linked a person’s emotional health and the negative factors of stress and anxiety to an increase in skin, hair or nail problems. Aside from starting dermatological problems, it […]

Shingles is caused by the herpes varicella zoster virus, the same virus that caused chickenpox. The chickenpox virus never leaves the body, even after symptoms are completely gone. Instead, the virus stays dormant (inactive) within the nervous system. When the virus reactivates, it causes uncomfortable and embarrassing shingles. Symptoms first appear to be flu-like, except […]

Getting a mole can be embarrassing, uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous. Although the treatment of moles usually isn’t necessary, it is important to seek a board-certified dermatologist in order to determine if it showed be biopsied for cancer. In the case of a suspicious-looking mole, the doctor will take tissue from the mole to test to […]

Fingernails are true indicators of certain health and medical issues, as well as a healthy well-balanced diet. Nails themselves are made out of keratin, which is the same substance the body uses to make hair and the top most layer of skin. Where the nail meets the skin is the cuticle, as most pedicured women […]

Skin care is important around the clock, but the skin has different needs at different points of the day. Whether you’ve just woken up, walking out of the gym, are going out to dinner with friends or are lying down for bed; your skin has specific needs that are dependent on the situation. Every morning […]