November: National Healthy Skin Month

The American Academy of Dermatology has dedicated November as National Healthy Skin Month. Take advantage of these skin care tips as you prep and protect skin during Winter and all year long.

Basic Skin Care

The basics of proper skin care are Examine, Cleanse, Hydrate, and Protect.

Monthly Skin Self-Exam

The American Academy of Dermatology suggests the following steps to a thorough self-exam. You should examine your skin monthly checking for signs of disease or skin cancer. The AAD estimates that one in five Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer annually. Monthly self-examinations are key to early detection, and if caught early, even melanoma is treatable.

Look at your body from head to toe
Ask a friend or partner to examine those hard-to-see areas, like the top of your head
And, look at places where the sun doesn’t shine, like the soles of your feet, behind your knees or your buttocks
Check your moles for warning signs of Melanoma
- Asymmetry
- Border irregularities
- Color that varies
- Diameter or size
- Evolving or changing in size or color
If you notice any itching, changes, or bleeding, see a board certified Dermatologist right away.

Visit SPOTskincancer.org for further resources and information.

Cleanse, Hydrate, and Protect

A consistent skin care routine will ensure your skin remains healthy and vibrant. Use a gentle cleanser and hydrate daily followed by an SPF. Some moisturizers combine SPF allowing you to skip a step but you should never skip sun protection entirely. Sun protection is your first line of defense against skin cancer.

Suggested Skincare Products By Skin Type

The key to an effective skin care routine is to choose products best suited for your particular skin type. Below are product suggestions based on the general needs of each skin type. For a more specific and personalized recommendation, schedule a complimentary consultation at our Brentwood TN location.

Normal Skin: Daily Skincare Program

Includes: Offects® Exfoliating Cleanser, Offects® Exfoliating Polish, Offects® TE-Pads, Ossential® Daily Power Defense, & Oclipse® Sunscreen + Primer SPF 30.

Oily/Acne Prone Skin: ZO Skin Health Acne Prevention and Treatment Program

Includes: Offects® Exfoliating Cleanser, Offects® Exfoliating Polish, Offects® TE-Pads Acne Pore Treatment Pads, Offects® TE-Pads Acne Pore Treatment Solution, & Offects® Sulfur Masque.

Mature Skin: Revision Skincare-Age Intelligently™

Includes: D·E·J eye cream™, D·E·J face cream™, Hydrating Serum, Brightening Facial Wash, Intellishade®, Nectifirm®, & Vitamin C Lotion 30%.

Skin ReNew Spa Services are designed to enhance the effects of your daily routine. Our Blu-U Acne Treatment, deep cleansing Oxygen Infused Facial, Dermaplaning, Peels, and other medispa services, go beyond basic skin care to tackle even the most stubborn skin issues. Interested in trying a new skin care product? Ask one of our Aestheticians which product is best for your skin type.

Not sure what services you need? Take our quick, online quiz or schedule a complimentary consultation with an Aesthetician.