Skin

New York City and Manhattan, NY Old man winter is officially here, which means dry skin is inevitable. While most of your skin will be hiding under flannel, scarves, and wool socks all winter, that doesn’t mean you can neglect your body’s largest organ. This time of year, our Manhattan area dermatologists, Drs. Debra Wattenberg […]

New York City and Manhattan, NY Moles are mostly normal skin occurrences that do not require extensive treatment. Often small, slightly darker spots, moles can appear anywhere on the body. They are not skin tone specific, so they may develop on anyone. But, how do you know when a mole is cause for concern? Today

New York City and Manhattan, NY When it comes to skincare and beauty, there are many differing opinions and beliefs circulating online and in magazines from what products are best based on ingredients and performance to opinions on the ideal skincare regimen. Manhattan-based dermatologists, Drs. Debra Wattenberg and Ilyse Lefkowicz, understand why this information can

New York City and Manhattan, NY Cooler temperatures remind us that dog days of summer are over, but that doesn’t mean you should skip wearing sunscreen until spring break arrives. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. The scary part about skin

New York City and Manhattan, NY It is quite common to shower or bathe daily. While washing once a day is recommended for most individuals, the frequency and water temperature could be causing damage to your skin or worsen an already existing skin condition, such as eczema or rosacea. Everyone’s skin is different. But, board-certified

New York City and Manhattan, NY Many cosmetic treatments available today work well for light skin tones but aren’t always the case for black, brown, or olive tones. Sometimes, cosmetic treatment may cause hyperpigmentation in darker skin tones, which isn’t a desirable outcome. Today, Manhattan board-certified dermatologists Drs. Debra Wattenberg and Ilyse Lefkowicz want to

New York City and Manhattan, NY No matter your skin type, the hallmark of young-looking skin is skin that is vibrant and blemish-free. Unfortunately, exposure to UVA and UVB rays from the sun causes sun spots and age spots that can make a person look older. Photoaging is an umbrella term for photo-damage, hyper- or

New York City and Manhattan, NY We all have been preached to about the importance of wearing sunscreen, especially when going out in the sun during the hottest part of the day or when at the pool or beach. We hope by this point that everyone has heeded the warnings of sun exposure and is

New York City and Manhattan, NY When it comes to your skin, the sooner you start taking care of it, the better. But, if you have neglected it thus far, it still may not be too late to turn things around. Taking good care of your skin helps you maintain that youthful glow, and prevent

New York City and Manhattan NY There is nothing more frightening to hear when you are at the doctor’s office than the word “cancer.” Practically everyone knows what that word means, and it undoubtedly sends fear and panic through your mind. The good news is that with routine skin exams by a board-certified dermatologist, your