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Ruth L. Hillelson, M.D., F.A.C.S. & Terry L. Whipple, M.D., F.A.C.S.
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8 Skincare Ingredients You should Know

April 9, 2023 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

8 Skincare Ingredients You should Know

With hundreds of skincare brands out there, it’s tough to know which ones are actually worth the money. Some sound really good but are vague in their descriptions. Unless you know how skincare works, it’s difficult to pick the perfect cream for your skin.  There are also trendy ingredients because skin care lines have to… [Read More]

Top 4 Procedures for Sun Spots and Acne Scars

November 9, 2022 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Top 4 Procedures for Sun Spots and Acne Scars

Covering up skin imperfections can be frustrating. Makeup can partially conceal some skin concerns, such as discoloration. There’s really no way to completely cover certain blemishes though, like acne scars. Let’s face it, applying makeup constantly and reapplying after sweating, swimming, or getting caught in a rainstorm is burdensome.  There are a wide variety of… [Read More]

How to Treat Acne Scars in Young Adults

October 7, 2022 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

How to Treat Acne Scars in Young Adults

Whether you suffered from acne as a teen or in adulthood, it often leads to scarring. Not everyone with acne will experience acne scars. It is more common in individuals who have inflammatory acne (which penetrates deeper in the skin). The good news is there are some procedures that are very effective in treating scarring…. [Read More]

What to Look for in Aging Skin

September 15, 2022 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What to Look for in Aging Skin

Aging is a completely natural process that the skin goes through. As you get older, your skin cells don’t regenerate as quickly as they used to, causing the usual signs of aging most people look for, like wrinkles and lines. There are some things you can do to slow down the aging process, but since… [Read More]

Fall Skincare Tips for Your Routine

July 19, 2022 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Fall Skincare Tips for Your Routine

There’s a wealth of information out there on how you should take care of your skin every season. There’s a reason for this. Fall and winter are especially tough on skin, and not taking proper care of it can leave you feeling dry and wrinkled by the end of the season. So here are a… [Read More]

Hyperpigmentation and What You Can Do About It

March 8, 2021 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Hyperpigmentation and What You Can Do About It

Hyperpigmentation is the name doctors and other health professionals give to patches of skin that become darker over time. It’s a common condition stemming from a variety of environmental and health factors that many individuals experience, especially as they age. There’s no exact cause for hyperpigmentation, but it can come from excessive tanning, acne, or… [Read More]

What to Do For Hyperpigmentation

January 12, 2021 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What to Do For Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is something that normally occurs with aging. Unfortunately, the appearance of a dark spot isn’t always pleasant. Many people want to get rid of hyperpigmentation associated with aging, acne, or sun damage. While there isn’t anything medically wrong with having these marks, both men and women often consider removing them. Luckily, there are many… [Read More]

What Causes Cellulite?

December 20, 2019 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What Causes Cellulite?

Love it, hate it, flaunt it, or leave it behind, cellulite is always a little controversial. At the end of the day, cellulite is not a severe medical condition, so whether or not you should do an invasive cellulite treatment depends entirely on how you feel. But before you dive into any procedures, you should… [Read More]

Your New Years’ Resolution: Younger-Looking Skin

January 17, 2019 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Your New Years’ Resolution: Younger-Looking Skin

Be honest: how much time do you spend in front of the mirror, poking and prodding at wrinkles and sagging skin and wishing they’d go away? As you undoubtedly already know, you can’t get younger-looking skin by sheer force of will. But that doesn’t mean you’re helpless when it comes to fighting back against aging…. [Read More]

How Non-Invasive Treatments Can Transform Your Skin

November 16, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

How Non-Invasive Treatments Can Transform Your Skin

Are you squeamish? Afraid of needles and blood? A lot of people are. Plastic surgery is very popular, but for many people, the benefits don’t outweigh the fear of the process and the recovery time. We can tell you all day long that recovering from plastic surgery doesn’t have to hurt, but that doesn’t mean… [Read More]

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