Crinkly Eyes Look Good on Santa, But Not You

This is part 1 in a series of 3, which is designed to help you take action to protect and enhance the health and appearance of your skin. First, wrinkles are caused by thinning or atrophy of the skin and dryness or loss of moisture. Plus, the everyday movement of your eye muscles breaks down the structural collagen fibers, which leads to wrinkles.

 Follow these four simple steps to improve the health and appearance of your eyelids. First, begin by applying a collagen breakdown inhibitor. An example is a product that contains a very effective Vitamin A medicine. Second, apply a UV protective agent that prevents premature collagen breakdown, such as Rejuvenate. Third apply a mild surface skin tightener and moisturizer that effectively communicates with receptors in your skin. My recommendation is to use a product we carry here at AnewSkin Dermatology, called Peptide Plus Eye Treatment each morning, which provides for an immediate skin tightening effect. Fourth, Botox balancing will help avoid the daily excessive muscle breakdown of collagen fibers that lead to deepening of wrinkles. A three minute treatment 2 or 3 times per year will allow your skin to smooth and heal. Taken together these four steps can make a tremendous difference in the health and attractiveness of your eyes, one of your most important attributes. Next, we will explain “Dark Circles,” the causes and the treatments.

Hair Raising News: American Laser Centers Bankrupt!

The American Laser Centers have filed for bankruptcy which could mean that all those laser treatment “packages” may turn into a worthless “bag,” reports Reuters. Confused, people who went into the ALC never even saw a physician and didn’t know it was not a medical practice. By skirting the law, such businesses could deceive consumers into believing a doctor was on the premises and would evaluate their condition, or at least would be summoned if harm comes during treatments by non-physicians. According to Carolyn Jacob, M.D., member of the ASDS, laser hair removal is a medical surgical procedure that is more than just “zapping” unwanted hairs. It is a medical procedure that reduces the amount of hair growth through a series of treatments, usually given every six to eight weeks, and should be performed by a qualified physician under direct, on-site supervision of a physician. Dr. Rosio, with offices in El Dorado Hills and Auburn, wants to reach out to people who have lost time and money in laser treatment packages that they can no longer redeem. When a patient with an unredeemable laser treatment package from the American Laser Center buys a package with AnewSkin Dermatology, they will receive a physician dermatologist diagnostic evaluation complimentary ($90 value) and a complimentary treatment (up to $100 value). You can find more information on Dr. Rosio’s experience and skills with laser treatments on AnewSkin Dermatology’s blog.

Dermatologist Warns Against Excess Use of OTC Antibiotic Creams

Do you get cuts and scrapes and automatically reach for one of the Poly/Neo/Baci ointment tubes in your drawer or medicine cabinet? You may be putting yourself at an increased risk for infections and allergic reactions of the skin, warns Dr. Tim Rosio, a Stanford trained board certified Dermatologist in El Dorado Hills and Auburn, CA. Dr. Rosio notes that most clean wounds benefit more from Vaseline or other non-antibiotic ointments for faster healing. In addiction, more severe strains of bacteria such as MRSA are often resistant against those ingredients, and this can encourage their growth and spread. Furthermore, you can trigger your skin to become allergic to ingredients such as Neomycin in these preparations. So Dr. Rosio advises people to clean their wound when possible with a good antiseptic wash or soap and water, pat dry, and apply Vaseline or Aquaphor like coatings, followed by a non-stick bandage. See your Dermatologist for more severe, contaminated wounds, those that are healing slower, or suspicious due to increased swelling, redness or pain. You can read more about how MRSA is affecting children on our blog. Dr. Rosio also talks about skin health on youtube.

Skin Cancer War Gets New Weapon

Skin cancer is not only the most common cancer; it outnumbers all other cancers ‘combined’ notes Dr. Tim Rosio. A new drug is shown to shrink skin cancer. This drug is very effective on patients with basal cell carcinoma (BCC). “Roche’s vismodegib shrank tumors or healed lesions in 43% of clinical trial participants with locally advanced basal cell carcinoma and 30% of those with another advanced form of BCC,” reported Reuters. Most of the time, skillful dermatologic excision with or without MOHS Surgery, and meticulous cosmetic dermatologic closure gives great results and cures the skin cancer.  Occasionally, however, I see in my patients and others have very advanced skin cancers, numerous cancers, or both,” says the skin cancer specialist. That’s when this medication may make a huge difference.  Skin cancer can be detected and prevented with annual skin cancer screenings. Come in today to get your yearly screening to make sure you’re free and clear of any form of skin cancer. Dr. Tim Rosio is a board certified Stanford trained Dermatologist with offices in El Dorado Hills and Auburn. To find out more information on skin cancer screenings, take a look at our youtube videos and read more articles on our blog.

Happy Thanksgiving!

We want to say thank you to all of our patients. Our goal is to help our patients with their skin. We are dedicated to educating our patients and making their skin look and feel better. We wish everyone a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving from the Dr. Rosio and the staff at AnewSkin Dermatology.

Holiday Special: Latisse Now 15% OFF

Lengthen and thicken your lashes with Latisse and dazzle everyone. Latisse is now 15% OFF! But only through the Holidays!

New Food as Medicine

Proper nutrition is a very important in maintaining a healthy body. Recently, there have been some new discoveries of beneficial effects food has on your health and your body when fighting off disease. “Anatabloc, an extract from foods such as peppers, green tomatoes, and tobacco leaf, has proven to have beneficial effects in animal models with Alzheimer’s and thyroid disorders,” reports the UK Daily Mail. Board certified Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio says that “I like to educate my patients on the benefits that certain foods have on our bodies. This is just another great example of how eating well can improve your health and help ward of diseases.” Psoriasis is a skin problem where there is an overgrowth of skin cells in certain areas, like the elbows, that become hard and rough. An anti-inflammatory diet has been shown to help reduce inflammation. Vegetables, fruit, oily fish, cinnamon and turmeric all have anti-inflammatory properties. Dr. Rosio, who has offices in El Dorado Hills and Auburn, treats several patients that suffer from psoriasis. “Reducing the inflammation in the skin is the first step on the road to recovery,” says Dr. Rosio. Eating fish and/or fish supplements is a great way to start reducing the inflammation and healing from Psoriasis.

HUGE Savings on Restylane, Perlane and Dysport this Wednesday

This Wednesday, November 2nd, AnewSkin Dermatology is hosting an Evening of Beauty for women to rejuvinate their skin and get a more youthful appearance. Restylane is now FDA approved to be used on the lip area and Dr. Tim Rosio wants you to see how this product will help you "Kiss...but don't tell." You can find our contact information on our AnewSkin Dermatology's website.

'Enter if you Dare' the Haunted House sponsored by Hands 4 Hope

Hands 4 Hope's 2nd Annual Haunted House is now scarry than ever at the El Dorado Town Center.  The Hands 4 Hope organization strives to create awareness of others’ circumstances, inspiring compassion and action, offer opportunities for leadership development, and support and/or fill voids in local outreach efforts. It is located at the New Orlean's Building in the El Dorado Town Center. The Haunted House is open on Thursdays 6-9, Fridays & Saturdays 6-10, and Sundays 5-8, now through the end of the month. The cost is $8/ticket. It was such a hit last year that they brought it back again this year, and it's even SCARRIER than before!

And don't forget The Halloween Spooktacular on October 31st. All the businesses at the El Dorado Town Center will be handing out candy so bring your child for some safe and fun 'trick or treating.' Enter our office doors if you DARE on Halloween from 4-6 pm and we will have candy and give aways! On Halloween day, the Haunted House is open from 5:30-7:30. If you can handle the terror, come and enjoy the FREE carnival and games. There is fun for the whole family. A Costume Contest for kids AND dogs starts at 5:30. We can't wait to see what you come dressed up as!

Botox/Dysport Popularity Jumps More Than 400%

Treatment helps Dermatologist’s Patients Defy Gravity

"Record numbers of people are routinely receiving the balancing effects of Dysport/Botox," says Stanford trained Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio. In fact, a recent survey shows that 5.8 million people, a more than 400% increase, are considering having the treatment when compared to just eight years ago (Harris Interactive).

 "This treatment relaxes excessively contracting muscles, such as the frown lines or 'crows feet', that deepen wrinkle. Dr. Rosio tells his patients that the last thing anyone wants is to help gravity. This 5 minute treatment helps defy gravity and the wrinkles that prematurely age your face. "In an experienced board certified specialist's hands, this is a safe and effective treatment," says Dr. Rosio. He also notes, "My patients enjoy a natural improved appearance in 72 hours. People stop asking, 'Are you tired? Upset? Are you getting enough rest?' Instead, my patients tell me their co-workers and friends remark, 'Wow, you look great!' 'Did you go on vacation?' 'Did you change your hair?' The results are subtle but flattering, especially going into the holidays," says Dr. Rosio.

Enhanced Lips Kiss…Don’t Tell, Now FDA Approved

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“Enhancing your lips to what you’ve always wanted…but never had, or restoring yours to former glory with hyaluronic acid (HA) (Restylane) has just been approved by the FDA,” says Dr. Tim Rosio of AnewSKIN Dermatology in El Dorado Hills and Auburn, California. “Our long approved wrinkle filler is the main moisture holding ingredient in our skin. HA keeps the fullness of our skin from atrophy and dehydration, so the grape does NOT have to become a raisin! Or if the lip has shrunken with age, sun or traumatic damage and scarring, we reverse the process.” Dr. Rosio goes on to say, “restoring lips with Medicis’ Restylane has been a signature treatment of ours for many years,” says the Stanford trained board certified Dermatologist. Why is this a big deal now? “Because many people do not realize that it is a common practice in cosmetic and medical Dermatology, as well as other specialists, to use a medication or substance approved for a different specific treatment. For example, Dysport/Botox was initially approved only to cosmetically improve frown lines; but we were among the first to help relieve crows feet, horizontal forehead lines, neck bands, hyper-sweating disorders, and up to 24 other treatments now, including migraines.” Most people trust their Dermatologists’ opinion on these matters, but a smaller percentage are ‘late adopters’ and wait up to a decade after advances like this are commonplace and approved by the FDA, noted Dr. Rosio. In addition to beautifying normal lips or prematurely wrinkled lip lines, the specialist shared the following stories: “A woman fell down stairs, her teeth cutting through her lip permanently shearing off some of her tissue. I reconstructed the lip and used Restylane to restore her lips, in her words, to ‘better than before’ appearance and function. Another young woman needed a mole removed from her upper lip, and the flattening of the area called ‘Cupid’s Bow’ was unavoidable. I was able to restore this area and even further enhance her lips,” says Dr. Rosio. I usually achieve long lasting improvement of a year or more with my treatments. I’ve even had a few of my patients’ treatments last beyond two years. This FDA approval for our Restylane lip treatments is welcomed and long overdue. It extends to even more people the advantage of our lip enhancement and restoration. Now, even more people can “Kiss…but don’t tell,” said Dr. Rosio.

Check out our stories from patients at ANewSKIN Dermatology’s website and ANewSKIN’s blog. Dr. Rosio is a certified dermatologist trained surgeon  who is a member of the AAD and ASDS, as well as a cosmetic surgeon.

Wear Your Yellow for Support!

Sunday October 2^nd is Livestrong Cancer Awareness Day.  Dr. Tim Rosio is going to be joining Team REVOLUTION as they bike during the Bistro 2 Bistro ride in El Dorado Hills. Dr. Rosio will be educating people about the importance of preventing, diagnosing and treating skin cancer EARLY. We will be giving away lots of FREE gifts including: Sunscreen, Work-out Towels, Sport Visors, A Gucci Style Avene Watch, A New Skin elegant Lip Balm, Silky Smooth Laser Hair Removal treatments ($100 value), Cosmetic Botox treatments, and so much more. So come and see our booth after the ride and join Dr. Rosio in his fight against cancer.

Only 5 Days Left for Dysport Special Offer

There is only 5 more days left until the End of the Month! If you want to try out Dysport for the first time, or get another treatment, NOW is the time to do it. Through the end of the month, Dysport is offering a $50 rebate per treatment. Dysport is the leading treatment for crows-feet. It has been proven to even work better than Botox. Dysport is also offering ANOTHER $50 rebate ON TOP of the $50 rebate for any patient who has received a Botox treatment in the last 3-12 months. It’s easy, just send in the receipt for the Dysport treatments and Botox treatments (if applicable) by the end of the month, and you get back up to $100 in your pocket! Dr. Rosio encourages his patients to receive Dysport over Botox. He will give you a complimentary consult before the treatment, and offers competitive pricing. He also offers a 10% discount to patients paying with Cash or Check…that’s MORE money saved. So hurry and make your appointment at ANewSKIN Dermatology by September 30^th or you will miss out on this great opportunity.

Dysport Special Offer is Almost Over

Come one, Come ALL! Now through the end of September, Dysport is offering a $50 rebate on one treatment! If you have already had Dysport you know how great it works at removing those fine lines on the frown-lines, washboard and crows-feet. For those of you who have not tried it; now is a great opportunity to see how great one treatment can make you look and feel. To top it off, they are offering ANOTHER $50 rebate ON TOP of the $50 rebate for any patient who has received a Botox treatment in the last 3-12 months. It’s easy, just send in the receipt for the Dysport treatments and Botox treatments (if applicable) by the end of the month, and you get back up to $100 in your pocket! Dr. Rosio is an expert at making the treatments pain free, but still getting the best results. He will give you a complimentary consult before the treatment, and offers competitive pricing. He also offers a 10% discount to patients paying with Cash or Check…that’s MORE money saved. So hurry and make your appointment at ANewSKIN Dermatology by the end of the month!

Last Concert this Thursday at El Dorado Town Center

This Thursday El Dorado Town Center is hosting is ending its Live on the Boulevard Concert series with a BANG!! This week’s featured artist is Pure Ecstasy. This is the last concert of the season, so don’t miss A New Skin Dermatology’s vendor booth located at the back of the lawn. We’ll be giving away prizes! It’s your last chance to play Pop for Prizes and win treatments such as a MedSpa Facial, Laser Hair Removal Treatment or a Laser Pulse Light Facial valued up to $550. A New Skin Dermatology is located above the Wells Fargo Building. Dr. Timothy J. Rosio and his staff will be there to answer any questions you may have regarding your skin. So come join us and enjoy some great music for the last time this season.

Football and Skin Care for Men!

The Fall has arrived and football season is in full swing. That means that more of you men out there are motivated to play some competitive games yourself with your friends and family. There’s nothing more enjoyable than throwing the ball around in your front yard during halftime. But Men’s skincare is different than Women’s skincare.  Men require a balance between moisturizing and exfoliating products. Here are some tips for you manly men in need of a different skin care regimen.

Outdoor Games Means a Need for Sunscreen:

Even though the sun isn’t as high and the days are shorter, there is still a need to put on that sunscreen when playing sports outside. The sun is the number one culprit for aging and skin cancer and disease. So next time your out, pick up a good SPF 30 sun block before you pick up that football.

Watch Out for the Acne Treatments!

The more you sweat the more you’re prone to breakouts. Establishing a good acne treatment plan will help keep your skin looking good. The air gets drier in the fall and you may be collecting more dead skin cells which can cause breakouts. Using a good exfoliant helps slough off those skin cells and keep your skin clear. Follow with a moisturizer that will help keep the skin from getting dry and flaky. 

The Mountain Man Beard:

Fall is the time of year that every male thinks about growing in that full “Mountain Man” beard.  But with that devishly handsome beard, may also come ingrown hairs and an increase in oil production. If you shave every day, you may be experiencing red bumps and irritation. But whether you’re letting your Five O’clock shadow grow or making it disappear, exfoliating cleanser is the key against ingrown hairs.

The next time you pick up that football try out YOUR quarterback arm, remember these tips to protect your skin and keep it looking good. If you want to get an expert’s opinion, come in for an appointment with Dr. Rosio at ANewSKIN Dermatology in El Dorado Hills or Auburn, CA.

Dysport Special Offer NOW through the End of the Month

Time is almost out for you to take advantage of a rebate offer from Dysport. Now through the end of September, Dysport is offering a $50 rebate on one treatment! If you have already had Dysport you know how great it works at removing those fine lines on the frown-lines, washboard and crows-feet. According to a study done by ABC News, Dysport has been shown to reduce the appearance of crows-feet while better than it’s counterpart – Botox. Many plastic surgeons and dermatologists have turned to Dysport over Botox, including Dr. Timothy J. Rosio at ANewSKIN Dermatology. He says he has seen better results from Dysport and is encouraging all of his clients to use Dysport over Botox. Dysport is also offering ANOTHER $50 rebate ON TOP of the $50 rebate for any patient who has received a Botox treatment in the last 3-12 months. Dr. Rosio is an expert at making the treatments pain free, but still getting the best results. He will give you a complimentary consult before the treatment, and offers competitive pricing. He also offers a 10% discount to patients paying with Cash or Check…that’s MORE money saved. Hurry and make your appointment by the end of the month at ANewSKIN Dermatology located in El Dorado Hills and Auburn. You only have 15 more days!!

Live on the Boulevard with Lena Mosely and The Badd Blues Band

Come catch one of the last two shows in the El Dorado Town Center this Thursday. Live on the Boulevard only runs for two more weeks. This Thursday’s featuring artist will be Leno Mosely and the Badd Blues Band. A New Skin Dermatology will have a booth set up near the vendor’s area and we will be giving away free prizes! If you come early you can play our Pop for Prizes game, where you can win anything from a Laser Hair Removal Treatment to a discounted Botox treatment.  Dr. Timothy Rosio and his staff will be happy to answer any questions about your skin. A New Skin Dermatology is located in the El Dorado Town Center on the second floor above the Wells Fargo Building.

Laser Tattoo Removal Day THIS Wednesday

Tired of looking at that tattoo that got years ago? Does that “reminder” of an earlier decision no longer fit with your lifestyle or goals? Or perhaps you noticed new headlines and recent studies showing job discrimination in many businesses, and new military rules blocking hiring recruits with tattoos. This has caused an increase in the number of people  seeking to remove their tattoo in order to obtain and advance their employment.  This Wednesday, Sept. 14th, ANewSKIN Dermatology is offering you a solution!  ANewSkin Dermatology is hosting a Laser Tattoo Removal Day from 10 AM-11 AM.  Even radiation tattoos and traumatic “road rash” or explosion injury tattoos can be removed safely with Dr. Rosio’s expertise in laser treatment. If this is something you would like to do or have been thinking about doing for a long time….NOW is the time! Space is limited, so the sooner the better. We want to help you forget those “regrets.”   Call us today to make your appointment at the El Dorado Hills Office in the El Dorado Town Center.

Join ANewSKIN tonight with Live on the Boulevard at the El Dorado Town Center

Come check out ANewSKIN Dermatology’s booth at the Live on the Boulevard Concert tonight in the El Dorado Hills Town Center. We will be listening to some great music by Steelin Dan and playing Pop for Prizes! Come pop a balloon and you can win a prize from a FREE MedSpa Facial to $150 off a Botox treatment!  We would love to answer any questions you may have about our practice that’s located above the Wells Fargo Building on the second floor. Dr. Rosio is a board certified dermatologist by the American Board of Dermatology, and cosmetic surgeon, trained at Stanford University Medical Center. So come to the El Dorado Town Center Shopping Center tonight from 6-8 to listen to some great music and win some prizes! We hope we see you there.

Vitamin D Associated With Increased Risk Of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers.

 A study published in the Archives of Dermatology is looking at the link between Vitamin D and Non-Melanoma skin cancer.  “Vitamin D, which some studies have found may protect against diabetes, heart disease and cancer, appears to raise the risk of non-melanoma malignancies," according to a report on  Bloomberg News. It seems to be shown that it is better for an individual to not rely on getting all their vitamin D from sun exposure only. When in the sun, one should still wear sunscreen. If more vitamin D is needed, physicians recommend getting an increase in their vitamin D levels by ingesting the vitamin in pill form. "An analysis of data on 3,223 patients found those with the highest amounts of vitamin D from sun exposure had a 60 percent greater risk of developing the most common form of skin cancer than those with lowest levels."

        HealthDay (8/16, Gardner) reports that the study "stops short of saying that high vitamin D levels might actually cause these types of cancer, because ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure is necessary for vitamin D production in the body. It might simply mean that people with more sun exposure tend to develop more non-melanoma skin cancers." The link between sun exposure and non-melanoma cancer is proven to be true, but the connection between vitamin D and non-melanoma cancer is still under review. MedPage Today  reports that "It's unclear whether it's the damage from UV rays that accounts for the risk, or rising vitamin D levels that accompany exposure to the rays."  It’s important for the human body to get sufficient amounts of Vitamin D, to protect itself against other diseases, but not at the cost of cancer. But don’t shy away from the sun! The sun is still a great way for an individual to get the amount of vitamin D they need daily; instead, protect yourself against non-melanoma cancer by wearing sunscreen, and only staying in direct sunlight for short periods of time.  

Seniors Get ‘Lift’ from Cosmetic Surgery

Self esteem, a tight job market, and a desire to look and feel younger, are some of the reasons that seniors, now in record numbers, are turning to cosmetic surgery  to raise their eyelids, necklines, and hemlines, according to ABC World News (8/11). Baby Boomers and those in their 70’s and 80’s are spending more than ten billion dollars to improve or maintain their appearance. “Why NOT me? And why not NOW?” are common questions of my senior patients, notes Dr. Tim Rosio, Cosmetic Surgeon and fellow of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Most of my patients are living longer and healthier, and want their image to match the way they feel inside. Years ago many seniors used baby oil instead of sun protection. This ‘Shake ‘n Bake’ method caused the photo-damage and loss of elasticity of their skin that we are seeing today; but now we can treat that in the office in just minutes. Aging also causes certain fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgeons pioneered techniques that make procedures safer, faster, while giving off better results using lasers, fillers, and local numbing solutions instead of general anesthesia, says Dr. Rosio. For example, my SkinFit^SM  technique with SmartLipo allows me to tighten loose skin, and help correct sagging neck or arm skin that would have required cutting and stitching surgery. People of all ages are now into maintaining their skin and a more refreshed youthful appearance. One of my 80 year old patients just said to me, “Dr. Rosio, my friends and other doctors tell me I look like I’m 60, and I love it! They just can’t figure out how I do it.” The more natural look is what many of my senior patients want from our Cosmetic Surgery. Now they can get it with minimal risk, downtime, and with little or no discomfort.

About Dr. Rosio: Dr. Tim Rosio is a board certified Dermatologist member of the AAD, and director of AnewSKIN Dermatology with offices in the Sacramento area in El Dorado Hills, and Auburn. Read more at http://www.anewskin.info/, AnewSKIN’s Blog and YouTube.

Live on the Boulevard Free Concert Series

Come out and join ANewSkin Dermatology of Dr. Timothy Rosio, for the Live Concerts in the park her at the El Dorado Hills Town Center. Nashville recording artist DaveRussel will be playing some “down home” country music.  We’d love to see y’all there. Live on the Boulevard Concert Series features free Concerts every Thursday through September 22nd in the Steven Young Amphitheater from 6-8 PM. Stop by our booth and we will have “Pop for Prizes,” where you can win a variety of prizes from free facials to discount on laser services. We hope to see you there.

Kids Hospitalized with Staph Infections has Doubled, but Dr. Tim Rosio Says it’s Avoidable

Skin specialist Dr. Tim Rosio notes that children are being hospitalized twice as often for serious skin infections, as reported in the New York Times (8/11 Blog) and by the Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ). Yet most of the children could have been treated by their dermatologist in a medical office visit, preventing worsening infections and making hospitalization unnecessary. Most of these infections are referred to as MRSA, which are Staph bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics.  Rapid diagnosis and action are the initial steps. I treat these infections early, perform a minor surgical drainage, and select antibiotics more likely to be effective in MRSA, said Stanford trained dermatologist Dr. Rosio, who is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Often the family or the general physician waits to take immediate action or perhaps the child only sees ‘extenders’ until the ‘pimple’ progresses to a full blown abscess. The child is then taken to an urgent care or Emergency Room and is admitted. Thus, skin infections have become the 7th most frequent child hospitalization cause, versus 13^th about ten years ago. If you see redness, swelling, liquid or pus under the skin, or soreness, see your dermatologist or find one right away. You do not need a referral with regular insurances, unless you have an HMO. “We can reverse this dangerous trend rapidly by early dermatologic recognition and care,” says Dr. Rosio.

About Dr. Rosio: Dr. Tim Rosio is a board certified Dermatologist member of the AAD, and director of AnewSKIN Dermatology with offices in the Sacramento area in El Dorado Hills, and Auburn. Read more at www.AnewSKIN.info, AnewSKIN’s Blog, and our YouTube channel.

Live on the Boulevard Tomorrow, August 11th from 6-8pm!

Join AnewSKIN Dermatology, co-sponsors of EDH Town Center's "Live on the Boulevard" summer concert series!  Tomorrow's concert from 6-8 pm features Blues Artist Chris Cain!  Stop by our booth in front of Bistro 33 to play "Pop for Prizes" and for some fantastic give-aways!

Dr. Rosio Emphasizes the Importance of Proper Hair Care

Many patients come to see Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio at AnewSKIN Dermatology with concerns about their brittle, damaged hair.  Although the trendiest hairstyles and dyes may look fantastic, Dr. Rosio cautions women who subject their hair continuously to unforgiving chemicals and hot styling tools.  After prolonged damage, hair loses its luster, and becomes frail and lifeless.  Dr. Rosio emphasizes the importance of a proper hair care regimen in order to improve hair appearance and strength. 

Dr. Rosio shares some knowledge and tips from dermatologist Zoe D. Draelos, MD, FAAD, and professor at Duke University School of Medicine, who spoke at the 69^th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology on Feb. 4, 2011 about proper hair care. 

At this conference in New Orleans, Dr. Draelos taught, “One of the most common misconceptions about hair is that it is alive, when in fact hair is nonliving and does not heal itself once it is injured.  For this reason, once the hair is damaged it cannot heal itself except through new hair growth at the scalp. Women need to understand that the very things that they do to hair to make it appear beautiful, such as using hair dyes, perms and products that straighten the hair will eventually end up damaging the hair’s structure and ultimately affect its appearance.”

What Causes Chemical Hair Damage?

Dr. Rosio says that hair damage and lack of shine results when the outside of the hair cuticle, made of a protective fat layer, is stripped. One of the most common criminals of hair damage is chemicals, which degrade hair of its usual moisturizers. When hair loses its natural moisturizers, it stops holding its style and becomes frizzy.

“Many products have been developed to counter the effects of over-processed hair, and regular moisturizing is a must for women with visible signs of hair damage,” said Dr. Draelos.

Dr. Draelos offers her advice to battle chemical hair damage:

• “Use conditioning shampoos and conditioners regularly to improve the appearance of frizzy hair. 2-in-1 shampoos that remove oil from the scalp, clean the hair, then condition the hair in the rinse phase also are good choices.
• Look for products containing dimethicone, which is available in shampoos, conditioners, sprays and creams. This ingredient has been shown to decrease static electricity, increase shine and improve manageability. 
• Try newly introduced hair serums, which are applied by a few drops on the hands and rubbed through the length of the hair (but should not be applied directly to the scalp). 
• Stop dyeing your hair and opt for hair’s natural hair color instead. 
• If you must dye your hair, stay “on shade” – or dye the hair within three color shades of its natural color. Dyeing hair darker, rather than lighter, also is generally better.”

Give Hair a Break from Heat

Another frequent source of hair harm is heat. The damage results from water in the hair being converted to steam when it is heated, which causes hair to lose its flexibility when the cuticle breaks down.   Easily breakable hair, frizzy split ends, and burnt smelly hair are all results of heat damage. “Unfortunately, heat damaged hair is irreparable and will only improve when it is cut off and healthy hair is allowed to grow in,” says Dr. Rosio.

Dr. Draelos offered these tips for heat-damaged hair:

• “Allow hair to air dry when possible.
• When using a hairdryer, do not use the highest heat setting immediately. Start out on the lowest heat setting first, then gradually increase heat. 
• To straighten hair with a ceramic iron, put a moist towel in the device to protect the hair from direct heat. 
• Look for temperature-controlled devices to control the amount of direct heat to hair. 
• Moisturizing the hair regularly will help the appearance of heat damaged hair to some degree, but stopping the source of heat damage is essential.”

Straightening hair comes at a price

Keratin hair straightening, which combines chemicals AND heat, has become extremely popular at most salons. 

For women considering keratin hair straightening, Dr. Draelos offers these suggestions to women thinking about keratin hair straightening:

• “Avoid this procedure if you have tightly kinked hair, as it will not work in rearranging the natural hair bonds.
• To minimize hair damage and loss, extend the time between treatments. 
• When washing hair, use a generous amount of conditioner to make hair less brittle. 
• If hair becomes frizzy and brittle, stop the procedure and let new hair growth replace damaged hair.”

Every Day Hair Care Tips from Dr. Draelos

• “The less you do to your hair, the better. Avoid over-styling or processing hair.
• Be sure to wash the scalp, which is where the oil is, and then let shampoo run through the hair. Shampoo is meant to clean the scalp primarily and can damage the hair if overused. 
• Let how oily your scalp is determine how often you wash your hair. If your scalp is oily, wash hair more frequently than if the scalp was drier. 
• Conditioner should be used on the ends of the hair, not on the scalp, for best results. 
• Pick a shampoo and conditioner based on your hair shape, such as curly or straight, and your hair condition, such as damaged, fine, or frizzy. These products don’t need to be expensive to work well for your hair. 
• Wear a hat to protect hair from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. “

Dr. Tim Rosio hopes you find Dr. Draelo’s expertise in hair care to be helpful and can take her advice into careful consideration when planning hair treatments and care.   Dr. Rosio can be reached at AnewSKIN Dermatology at his El Dorado Hills, CA and Auburn, CA offices and he urges you to contact your dermatologist with any concerns of brittle, damaged hair or hair loss.

Healty Skin is 'Made in the Shade'



Shade Structure sponsored by Dr. Tim Rosio at AnewSKIN



Dermatologists have been helping to add sun shade structures to communities, schools, and non-profit centers with grants and education. Dr. Tim Rosio, a Sacramento region board certified dermatologist in El Dorado Hills, California says that  dermatologists are receiving much more moral support now that nonprofit organizations are saying that playing outdoors is a great way to prevent or deal with growing obesity in children. 



A recent article in USA Today (6/30, Szabo) reports, "At a time when one-third of children are obese or overweight, a movement is growing to provide more shade at playgrounds, parks and pools, both to reduce future cancer risk and promote exercise." As a result, "across the USA, communities are working to make school play areas greener, with more trees, shrubs and natural shade," says Richard Louv, co-founder of the Children & Nature Network, a non-profit group encouraging youngsters to play outdoors. However, trees take years to grow.  In the meantime, some schools and municipalities are erecting shade structures over playgrounds so children can avoid overexposure to the sun. Over the past several years, both the American Academy of Dermatology and the non-profit Shade Foundation, founded by a melanoma survivor, have donated grants to construct shade structures for children. Despite the AAD’s generosity thus far, those seeking grants for shade structures greatly exceed funding, and the AAD could only award 37 grants among some 500 applicants in 2010.



Shade structure sponsored by Dr. Rosio at AnewSKIN



About the AAD Shade Structure Program Each year the American Academy of Dermatology sponsors a Shade Structure program for schools across the nation to receive $8,000 grants towards building a Shade Structure at their school to shield the children from harmful Ultraviolet rays. Each shade structure comes equipped with a permanent sign displaying the AAD’s "Be Sun Smart" messages to promote the importance of sun safety.  Additionally, each of these schools is sponsored by a dermatologist of the AAD. Stanford trained dermatologist, Dr. Tim Rosio has sponsored a total of four schools in the past three years.



AnewSKIN Dermatology Helps Those in Need with Donated Used Cell Phones

AnewSKIN Dermatology and Survivors in Action team up through the 911 Cell Phone Bank to help ensure that all crime victims, seniors, and others in the nation have an emergency cell phone!  A drop off box for used cell phones at both our El Dorado Hills and Auburn, CA Dermatology offices will be coming soon!  We will keep you updated with more information!

Visit 911cellphonebank.org for more information and ways you can help!

Special Report

New Cosmetic Skin Care Products Guide and How to Evaluate Cosmetic Manufacturers Claims

By Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio

People purchase billions of dollars of skin care products every year in the hope that their self diagnosed problems including premature aging, sun damage, acne, rosacea, and more can be adequately treated by over-the-counter (OTC) or mail order company products.  These manufacturers’ products bolster the public’s belief with claims like “Clinically Tested,” “Proven,” “Organic,” or “All Natural.”  Stanford trained Dermatologist Tim J. Rosio, MD, FAAD, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California breaks down the common myths and offers a skin specialist’s helpful approach to evaluating claims made for improving your skin, and where you can turn to learn more.  Dr. Rosio offers helpful tips from AnewSKIN Dermatology to guide you when selecting newer, more advanced skin care products such as active peptides, growth factors, collagen boosting enzyme blockers, and better sunscreens.

It’s Natural.  Aren’t all our lives a bit too hectic and urbanized, leaving us longing for a return to “Nature”?  Also concerns about uncertain chemicals, pesticides, and carcinogens abound.  First, claims of “It’s Natural” or “Organic” are a misleading psychological approach, says Dr. Rosio, implying that the product is safer or more effective, because it is closer to nature.  There is no scientific data to support this claim.  I remind my patients that Cyanide is both natural and organic, but toxic and dangerous.  In reality, most synthetic substances are far purer, more reliable, better tested and safer.  Furthermore, substances in their natural state usually cannot be put into skin care products; they must be chemically changed and processed before they can be formulated and sold, thus canceling out the “natural” claim.

Ingredient Overload. The current trend to load large numbers of plant extracts into products actually increases the chance that a person will have an allergic or irritant reaction.  Overloaded combination products actually decrease the chance that a possibly favorable ingredient has a chance to make a difference because it is over-diluted by the other ingredients, and its effects may be cancelled out by the other ingredients.  See more of these mechanisms explained in the following articles:

·         Cosmeceuticals (AAD, Patricia K. Farris, MD, FAAD)

·         How to customize your skin care routine with your skin type (AAD, New York, 11/10/09)

·         “Organic” Cosmetics (FDA, 9/15/10)

Scientifically Proven. Dr. Rosio says that the biggest problem with OTC cosmetic products is that their testing is inadequate compared to Dermatologic medical products and they may exaggerate claims.  Cosmetic products do not have to prove they improve a condition or treat a disease.  Most companies do not test with the most trusted medical scientific approach called “the double-blind vehicle controlled study.”  They simply have test subjects apply their cream for a short period and compare how the skin is ‘improved’ compared to untreated skin.  Of course anything is better than nothing, but how do you know their “active ingredient(s)” are doing anything more than the cream or lotion base (vehicle) without it?  You don’t, says Dr. Rosio, because most don’t test the vehicle separately, and few use scientific measuring devices.  Instead, most use statements such as: ‘9 out of 10 had smoother skin after using lotion X.’ In contract, Dermatologists insist on more rigorous scientific studies where both the vehicle with and without the active ingredient(s) are tested, and this is the key…investigators and the subjects do not know which cream has the active substance added.  I also look for measures I can trust that show me the treatment is actually effective, such as the appearance of cells and skin layers under the microscope, and quantity of molecules made by the cell that increase or decrease.

Dermatologist Dr. Tim Rosio gives an exam and skin care advice at AnewSKIN Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California

Helpful Tips. Dr. Rosio provides these helpful tips when evaluating skin care products:

Don’t be swayed by emotional tactics such as “It’s all natural, and organic.”  Find out what your skin problem or condition is, and your skin type, by asking your Dermatologist.  Many people injure their skin and waste years and hundreds or thousands of dollars on products not ever realizing they have a diagnosis they could and should be treating with the help of a Dermatologist.  Ask what the product claims to do, and what kind of research studies backs it up.  Don’t rely solely on ingredients listings and percentages on bottles.  Bioavailability of ingredients, how well they are dissolved, and other factors can make a huge difference in effectiveness and negative side-effects such as irritation and rashes, notes Dr. Rosio.  See my article: “Cosmetic Recipes for Disaster: How to Ruin Your Skin by Ingredients Only!” (coming soon).  If the claims made sound too good to be true, they probably are.  However, we have made huge advancements in skin care science in the last few years.  Especially in the areas of active peptides, growth factors, cell receptor signaling, and better sunscreens.  Consult your Dermatologist and ask for recommendations based on strong science and professional experience.

Love Your Skin - Everyday Tips for Beauty, Vibrancy, & Health

Medicis' Dysport Brand Botox Beats Allergan's in Crow's Feet Wrinkles Smoothing 'Shootout.'

The top two Botox brands (made by Medicis and Allergan) ‘slapped leather’ in a shootout recently in a Right vs. Left face study of 90 people.  “The goal was to see how well each brand performed at smoothing crow’s feet wrinkles,” said Dr. Tim Rosio, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology  and Cosmetic Surgeon of AnewSKIN Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California.  According to an article published online June 20, 2011 in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, the doctors and patients rated the Dysport botox brand higher with extremely high statistical significance (p=0.01, and p=0.03), and patients preferred the Dysport treated side twice as often as the Allergan brand.  Dr. Rosio used both brands and regards them highly.

New Nodes are Good Nodes

Transplanted Lymph Nodes Cure Swelling
Lymphedema is swelling in a body area where lymph nodes are blocked or absent from surgery or disease.  Dr. Tim Rosio, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology  and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, notes that a new method transplants your own nodes from one body area to another body area.  Following melanoma or breast cancer surgery, for example, nodes may be transplanted from your groin to your armpit, which offers the hope to relieve the chronic swelling.  This method was just recently reported in the New York Times and the Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

AnewSKIN's Medical Services

Skin Health Care

•  Anti-aging care
• Acne control
• Freshening
• Medi-facials

Medical Programs
Dr. Rosio also provides a wide range of general dermatology services using state-of-the-art techniques including the following:

• Acne treatment
• Benefits of Mohs surgery
• Chemical peels
• Laser removal of pre-cancer
• Laser resurfacing
• Mohs skin cancer surgery

Acne Treatment
Control of acne is an ongoing process. All acne treatments work by preventing new acne breakouts. Existing blemishes must heal on their own, and therefore, improvement takes time. If your acne has not improved within two to three months, your treatment may need to be changed. As your dermatologist, the treatment Dr. Rosio recommends will vary according to your type of acne.
Occasionally, an acne-like rash can be due to another cause such as make-up or lotions, or from oral medication. It is important to help your dermatologist by providing an updated history of what you are using on your skin or taking internally. Many non-prescription acne lotions and creams help mild cases of acne. However, many will also make your skin irritated, may aggravate acne, and cause what he calls The Oily Roller-Coaster.http://anewskin.info/medical.shtml

How to Prepare for your Appointment with Dr. Tim Rosio

Dr. Rosio and his staff share from their website a few helpful tips about how to prepare for your first appointment.

• Be sure to show up early.  Be prepared to fill out initial patient registration paperwork, and allot time before your first appointment to complete this paperwork in Dr. Rosio's office.

Bring the following:

• Your insurance card
• Referral forms (if applicable)
• List of all prescription and over-the-counter medications that you are currently taking
• Any required co-payment
• Pertinent medical and surgical history information

Being prepared can help the doctor stay on schedule, and create shorter waiting room queues.
Read more at: AnewSkin.info

5 Summer Skin Tips by Dr. Rosio

Summer is a great time for outdoor fun in the sun. But wait! Unprotected sun exposure has been proven responsible for a great deal of premature aging and damaged appearance of our skin. Good genes only account for 20% of good appearance in perceived aging. So it’s all about what you can do now that treats or prevents the 80% that’s due to sun damage and unnecessary wrinkling. Dermatologist Tim J. Rosio, MD, FAAD, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology in El Dorado Hills, California offers a skin specialist’s helpful approach to improving your skin, and where you can turn to learn more. Read on for 5 Super Summer Skin Tips NOW!

First, REPAIR while you PROTECT. Do more than moisturize or use sunscreen. Use a combination sunblock that combines antioxidants and mutation inhibitors. Remember, mutations in our DNA is the combined cause of premature aging appearance and skin cancer. While relatively new, RejuvAnew is that rare breed of skin protection that does several things at once well. This is especially important for guys and busy professional women who may skimp by using a “moisturizer with sunscreen”. Usually inadequate protection, says Dr. Rosio, and more frequently a source of irritation and acne aggravation.

Second, SMOOTH & REFINE. Treat Photodamage and Pigmentation problems topically with Retinaldehyde. Looking for a night cream that really works? This new generation Dermatologist provided vitamin A related compound is much more powerful than over-the-counter retinol products that do little, and much gentler than retinoic acids that irritate your skin, making it red and scaly. Retrinal will even the color, and improve translucency of your skin. By improving circulation, and preventing collagen break down, fine lines are decreased, and smoother skin results. Even more, it really does shrink the appearance of your pores, giving a smoother more refined appearance.

Next, REPAINT: “Zap” the “Age Spots” and “broken blood vessels” (really sun damage) that mar the color of your skin with effective but gentle “Photo-Facials.” With accumulated life-time sun damage, freckles and surface vessels become ever larger and darkening “Age Spots” or “Liver Spots”, or “Spider Veins.” In less than 10 minutes, your laser/light treatment is done and your unwanted brown spots and road map llines are targeted for disposal. Dr. Rosio notes that the dark spots disappear gradually over the next two weeks, without any down time, while you wash your face.

REFILL. Instead of Nip and Tuck, replace. Loose skin due to tissue thinning or atrophy and lost elasticity can also be restored to more natural volume through non-invasive fillers and Affirm laser tightening treatments. Natural refilling substances replace lost moisture containing collagen and hyaluronic acid,  while laser treatments actually stimulate the skin to tighten and create new collagen, the basic protein of our skin.

Finally, RELAX! Over tensing of frown, squint, and forehead muscles break down our collagen and lead to premature deep wrinkles. Since it’s a reflex, it’s hard or next to impossible to break without help. Selective muscle relaxing prevents deepening of wrinkles or forming them in the first place. Dr. Rosio calls this botox balancing. Long lasting results of the naturally occurring protein allow repair of our fractured collagen in our skin, along with retraining our muscles of expression to not ‘overdo it’ where frowning and squinting is concerned.