May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, and Dr. Azi and Lacie are here to talk all about sun safety, sun care and how to deal with reactions caused from the sun- including discoloration and burns.

 

This episode explores:

 

• Skin cancer detection, Melanoma Monday & when you should do a full-body check with your dermatologist
• Types of skin cancer and the incidence in young unsuspecting patients
• Burn care
• If fake tanning products are unhealthy for the face or body, which are okay to use and are tanning pills a real thing?
• Recommendations for sunscreen to use when also on retinol or other products with active ingredients
• Tips on Melasma or discoloration on the face

 

In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness month, visit our site at AZIMDSKINCARE.COM and use the code AZISUN20 at check out to get 20% off of sun protection products on our site!

 

Follow Dr. Azi on Instagram @skinbydrazi, on YouTube and on TikTok @skinbydrazi.

 

Shop skincare at AziMDSkincare.com and learn more about the practice at LaJollaLaserDerm.com.

 

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD, FAAD.