The health of your scalp and hair plays a big role in how you look and feel! While many prioritize a daily skin care routine,...

Here at North Metro Dermatology, we are excited to be the first provider in Minnesota to offer Ellacor®, the only FDA-approved system with Micro-Coring™ technology...

As the leaves change, sunlight wanes, and temperatures drop, it’s time to update your wardrobe, get yourself something pumpkin-flavored, and adjust your skincare routine for...

Looking for a non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatment with minimal downtime? SkinPen® is a popular, minimally-invasive microneedling treatment used for improving the appearance of scars, fine...

Psoriasis is a common, often lifelong, skin condition that affects about 2% of the entire US population. Though prevalent, psoriasis often goes unrecognized, unaddressed, or...

If you’re heading in to the dermatology office for a procedure and don’t know what to anticipate, this information is for you! Here are some...

Ever been curious if light therapy is right for you? Light Emitting Diode (LED) therapy is a safe and effective treatment that uses different wavelengths...

Routine skin examinations are for everybody- and we mean everybody- not just people with many moles or a family history of skin cancer. Everyone, regardless...

Dry skin is a very common and bothersome problem, especially in Minnesota winters.  There are many reasons you could be dealing with itching, flaking, or...

One of the most common questions we get in the office about different skin conditions is: “Is it something I’m eating?” This can be a...

Oily skin can be a major source of frustration. If you struggle with oily skin, here are some tips to improve skin care routine, including...

We’re often asked if a toner (aka astringent) is necessary.  Our answer is “yes” if you want these benefits: Cleaner Skin The reality is that...

As the weather gets warmer and the humidity increases during the summer months, our skin’s sebaceous glands produce excess sebum or natural oil. This extra oil...

Acne. Ugh. While it’s a very common skin problem, it’s not a surface-level one. Acne can cause significant distress, and its effects can even contribute...

So you have just purchased your Silagen® 100% pure silicone gel (or sheet) to minimize your scar, and now what?  You want to make sure you are...

We all want beautiful, bright, healthy-looking skin. But many things can derail us from our goal of achieving a glowing complexion – whether it’s our...

The holidays are here, and it’s time to shop for gifts yet again!  While we often consider skincare a great gift idea, it can be...

Myth 1 – I don’t need sunscreen on a cloudy day Clouds are no excuse to not apply sunscreen! The sun is emitting harmful ultraviolet...

If we all learned one thing this year, it’s that an immunity boost is crucial to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As COVID-19 cases continue to...

Nothing feels better than baby-smooth skin, but often in our valiant attempts to get a close shave, we can end up with pesky razor bumps....

It’s finally that time of year when we look forward to dusting off those sandals and setting our toes free! After a long winter, all...

When managing sensitive, acne prone skin, it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and hard place. No one wants to pick between having...

Once the secret of luxury spas, today, face masks are the foundation of a good skincare regimen. Long before sheet and other specialty masks, there...

When most people think of glowing skin, they think of using deep moisturizers, serums, and illuminators to brighten and smooth their face and body. But...