October 2026 edition · Skin tightening
XERF skin tightening: is it a laser, and what should I expect?
How radiofrequency differs from a laser, what it can realistically address, and questions to bring to your consultation.
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Skin Journal
Thoughtful answers to skin questions. Seasonal health topics and a closer look at the treatments patients ask about.
The skin calendar
August 2026
Psoriasis Action Month
Understanding psoriasis, school-year routines and late-summer sun protection.
About this observanceSeptember 2026
Healthy Aging Month
A broader health observance, with a focus here on skin health, tone and texture.
About this observanceOctober 2026
Eczema Awareness Month
Skin-barrier care, cooler-weather questions and thoughtful treatment planning.
About this observanceQuestions worth asking.
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October 2026 edition · Laser & light
AVAVA laser: skin tones, recovery and the questions worth asking
A patient-first guide to fractional laser treatment, individualized candidacy and planning a realistic recovery window.
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October 2026 edition · Skin health
Is it dry skin or eczema? Cooler-weather questions
Why itch and dryness deserve attention, what to discuss at a visit, and when a rash needs prompt care.
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September 2026 edition · Laser & light
HALO laser recovery: what should I plan for?
What hybrid fractional resurfacing means, how HALO differs from BBL, and why recovery varies between patients.
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September 2026 edition · Skin health
Healthy aging and your skin: what matters beyond a procedure?
A simple foundation for skin health, plus how to separate changing lesions from optional cosmetic concerns.
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August 2026 edition · Laser & light
Sciton BBL vs HALO: which question are you trying to answer?
BBL is light, HALO is a laser. Understanding tone, texture, skin type and healing helps make the comparison useful.
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August 2026 edition · Skin health
Psoriasis and back-to-school: is it contagious, and what helps?
Answers to common questions about psoriasis, childhood symptoms and talking with teachers or classmates.
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