Skin Care

The Truth Behind SPF and Sunscreens

July 15, 2023

Summer is here but summer fun couldn’t be further away if your fun in the sun is being shadowed by questions about sunscreen. What strength do I use? How often do I reapply? What in the world do SPF numbers even mean? If I use SPF 30 and SPF 60, have I just created SPF 90?...  read more


FAQs About Chemical Peels: Your Guide to Fresher Skin

June 15, 2023

Are you looking for healthy, refined skin that glows in the summer sun? If so, chemical peels may be your answer. Many people are using chemical peels to gain youthful-looking skin. In this blog post, we will answer frequently asked questions about this skin-saving treatment. What Are Chemical Peels? Chemical peels work their magic by...  read more


How to keep the skin hydrated during the winter months

January 15, 2020
Skin Care

If you live in the area of Chevy Chase, MD and deal with dry, parched winter skin, it’s time to work with a professional to develop an appropriate skincare routine for this season. Dr. Margaret Summerville of Chevy Chase Dermatology educates patients on the importance of switching skincare regimens during the changing seasons to properly...  read more


High to Low: 3 Levels of Exfoliation to Ease You Into Fall

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September 15, 2019

The changing seasons isn’t just the perfect opportunity for you to get a new wardrobe, but it’s also a great chance for you to get better skin. Typically, when we transition from summer to fall, patients experience dry, peeling skin which can be a bit irritating. To get rid of dry skin, exfoliation is key,...  read more


Freckle or Sunspot: What's the Difference

July 15, 2019

Summer is all about spending time outside and soaking up the sun. Although a little bit of vitamin D is good for your health, too much sun exposure puts you at risk of developing a variety of things including skin cancer, premature fine lines and wrinkles, sunspots, and freckles. The best thing you can do...  read more


3 Tips for Smooth Skin

June 15, 2019
Skin Care Chevy Chase, MD

If there's one thing that we all want (other than world peace of course) it’s to have smoother, younger, healthier looking skin. With so many things online and so many commercials on TV, it can be overwhelming to know what treatments will give you real results. If it’s just smooth skin that you want, then...  read more


Spring into Spring with Better Skin: 3 Habits to Start Now

April 15, 2019
Skin Care | Chevy Chase, MD

Spring has sprung and even though you may not be spending as much time outside now as you are going to during the summer, there is no better time than now to get into the habit of taking better care of your skin. To help you step into warmer weather with better looking skin, we...  read more


Resolute To Have Better Skin In 2019

January 15, 2019
skin care Chevy Chase, MD

One of the reasons why so many people give up on their new year's resolutions once February roles around is because they haven’t set goals that are attainable. By starting out small with your goals, you can hopefully see greater results in the long run. Here at Chevy Chase Dermatology, we have a few ways...  read more


When Pumpkin Is Good For More Than Just Pie

November 15, 2018
Sapphire Abrasion Chevy Chase MD

Yes, when you hear the word “Pumpkin” during this time of year the only real thing you may associate it with is pumpkin pie. Although pumpkin pie is a staple around your Thanksgiving dinner table, did you know that pumpkin is also really good for your skin as well? What’s In Pumpkin That Makes It...  read more


How to Achieve Your Ultimate Skin Goals

March 15, 2018
Skin care treatments Washington DC

It can sometimes seem like your list of skin goals can go on and on. You want more collagen in your skin, fewer wrinkles, and a evener skin tone all across your face. But, how can you achieve these goals? And is it easy to get the skin that you want? Let’s take a closer...  read more


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