The 2017 'Best of Ahwatukee' nominations are out. Ahwatukee Skin & Laser has been nominated for: Best Medical Specialist Best Physicians Assistant Best Skin Care We've been lucky to have the votes of our great clients and friends each year. We've won in different categories every year since 2012…
It’s finally fall! The morning air has that nice crisp, cool feel, Starbucks is serving their pumpkin latte and the holiday season is within reach. As much as you’d like to throw the summer products into the drawer and stop the SPF – now’s not the time. Your skin still…
The next step in cancer therapy (with remarkably high cure rates) Not all skin cancer surgery has to be invasive. Mohs is one great exception and it’s transforming how doctors fight cancer. What it is? Mohs is quickly becoming the most effective technique for removing two of the most common…
Exercising outside can help with motivation. However, being in the sun for long periods of time without the proper sunscreen can be damaging to the skin. A sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be applied liberally about 20 minutes before heading outside. This allows the sunscreen to…
Redness of the skin can be anywhere on the body. It can have a number of causes, such as sunburn, eczema, acne, and psoriasis. Certain fruits may have a calming effect on the skin and are able to reduce visible redness. These fruits can either be eaten or mashed to…
The slow of collagen production in the skin is a hallmark of the aging process. The ability to produce new collagen fibers is slowed, while the existing fibers break down. This results in common signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. While injections and fillers are…
Most women enjoy taking baths. There is nothing like soaking in the tub after a long, hard day. However, it is important to be cognizant of the fact that frequent baths can potentially cause damage to the skin. Dry skin is a common side effect of frequent bathing. Hot bath…
Ingrown hairs are common among people of all ages and genders. What you may not know is that the darker your complexion, the higher the risk of ingrown hairs. Don’t worry, we are here to help you learn ways to prevent and treat your ingrown hairs. When you first see…
For the fair complected, freckles are easily seen on the skin because a freckle is an area of concentrated skin pigment. If you have freckles, it runs in your family and this trait becomes prominent with exposure to the sun. Whether you are fair-skinned or not, you are more susceptible…
The skin is your body's largest organ and your first line of defense against invaders that can make you ill. If your skin isn't healthy, your health will be compromised. There are a number of reasons why it is important to do things that keep your skin healthy. Blood vessels…
