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The largest organ in our body, surprisingly, is our skin. This big surface does so much for us: it keeps germs out; it cools; it lets us feel sensations. So, how about treating our skin right this month and celebrating National Skin Care Awareness with these five ideas: 

Do you know the medical term for a hair doctor? If you said ‘dermatologist,’ you’re right!

Let’s bask in the knowledge that summer is a great time to add an antioxidant serum to our skincare routine to neutralize the free radical mayhem caused by sunlight. The sun causes about 90% of skin damage. And because UV rays are most intense during summer, it’s peak season for free radical injury. 

It is normal for women to lose about 100 hair strands every day.  If you are losing more hair than usual or notice bald spots, it is time to meet a dermatologist.

If you've noticed your skin has a little extra shine, then it's likely that you have what's classified as oily skin. While it's true that everybody has oil in their skin (after all, it's what helps keep it hydrated!), too much oil can cause breakouts and too much shine. If this sounds like you, then you'll be happy to know that there are some dermatologist-approved tips for how you can help your oily skin, especially during the warmer weather of summer.