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Atopic dermatitis (AD), the most common form of eczema, is the most common inflammatory skin disease of man. It affects approximately 20% of children and 10% of adults. In comparison, psoriasis affects 2-3% of the US population. Everyone from newborns to senior citizens can suffer from AD. Infants commonly show the red rash on the […]
Patients sometimes ask us, “Is there a sunscreen that I can take in a pill form?” So far, nothing beats the topical application of sunscreens/sunblocks as well as sun protective clothing and sun avoidance. However, oral supplementation with various plant extracts are emerging as potential boosters of sun protection. Some of the greatest interest surrounds […]
History of Dermatology Specialists Dermatology Specialists is recognized as one of the premier dermatology practices in the upper Midwest. We currently have 14 board-certified dermatologists who work together to provide professional, personable, and complete skin care for all ages. Our practice prides itself in state of the art treatment for medical and cosmetic skin care […]
“It was suggested by several dermatologists that we start a company to make better products than were commercially available for people with sensitive skin.” From the founders Conrad Thompson and Ed Mansfield In 1974 we were both pharmacists working in a local hospital. Neither of us had any thoughts of starting a manufacturing company. However, […]
In 2005, researchers in the U.S. partnered with leading dermatologists to develop a line of skin care products designed to help repair and strengthen the skin barrier. Experts understood that the skin barrier serves an important function in promoting healthy skin and that key components of the skin barrier are deficient in compromised skin conditions. […]