Author: Karley Ziegler Mott

Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting articles on summer skin safety, Botox and depression, yoga stress and the hidden beauty of vitamin C. Summer skin […]

“You are what you eat.”  We’ve all heard this expression over the years. When it comes to your skin, this is often the case as well.  Did you know that the foods you consume can have a great impact on the appearance of your skin? Let’s take a look several foods that can wreak havoc on […]

Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting articles on Vitamin C, cell phone radiation risk, Shakespeare’s perfection obsession and Phil Simms’ cancer diagnosis. Studies show 4 […]

I know there are so many people out there who love a good do it yourself (DIY) project. I happen to love whipping up different home remedies in my own kitchen. Some are duds — like my cocoa face mask that stained my skin so it looked dirty — but others actually work beautifully. If […]

Scars are a visible reminder of  acne. While acne skincare products are able to help clear existing acne and prevent new flare ups, acne scars can linger long after the breakouts have gone away. I’ve compiled a list of some of your most common questions related to acne scars, from how they happen to how […]

  Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting articles on Vitamin D prolonging life, fungus and poison ivy, Liv Tyler’s beauty secrets and help for bacne. […]

If you think only teenagers suffer from acne, think again. Your chance of developing acne rises as we approach menopause. You can thank your hormones if you start breaking out in your forties. If you have not dealt with acne since your teens, your experience is likely to be different at 40 than it was […]

Today, we are talking about a very common and frustrating skin condition called milia. Have you ever noticed tiny white bumps that look like they are right underneath the surface of your skin? Perhaps you have. Many people have suffered from milia at one time or another. Milia can occur for several reasons. I have heard […]

  Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting  posts on coconut oil’s improved reputation, a link between skin moles and breast cancer, Google’s new health tracking […]

Acne is a skin disorder that will affect 17 million Americans at some point in their lives.  Acne happens when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. These hair follicles are linked to our sebaceous glands. An oily substance  called sebum lubricates the hair and skin and is released from these glands. Normally, […]

Shaving.  It’s a rite of passage once boys start puberty. I know it will only be a few short years before my own boys, ages eight and ten, are standing in front of the bathroom mirror with my husband teaching them how to shave. It is estimated that almost ninety percent of men shave once […]

Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting  posts on common yoga mistakes, tanning and melanoma, skincare goof ups that are making you look older and healthy […]

I have been dealing with a skin condition called Keratosis Pilaris for the past 14 years. When my symptoms first appeared, it was particularly frustrating for me to deal with, as I had always been able to troubleshoot my own skincare woes based on professional experience. My tried and true products and remedies didn’t address […]

  Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting — and strange — posts on a man who stole skin from his employer, expert ingredient recommendations, a […]

  It happens to even the most conscientious of sunscreen users — sunburn. I wear sunscreen every single day and I still will fail to take my own advice. Last summer, for example, we left the hotel and were at Disney World all day long. I was so careful to reapply my children’s sunscreen throughout […]

Sunburn. Skin cancer. Wrinkles. If I asked you to name three side effects of sun exposure, you most likely would have named the three I listed above. Sun exposure can wreak havoc on other skin conditions, though, making them much worse. Today, we are taking a look at five skin conditions made worse by the sun. […]

We are always fascinated by new research on skin conditions such as Rosacea. When we are able to piece together more scientific clues, it brings us closer to hopefully one day curing the condition. We are very fortunate to have had the chance to speak with Dr. Debbie Whittington about a possible cause of Rosacea. […]

Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting posts on summer sun safety, mosquito bites, the benefits of regular exercise and clean eating. Summer sun safety: Tips […]

Being vigilant about sun protection may greatly reduce your child’s odds of getting Melanoma —  the deadliest form of skin cancer — later in life. The Skin Cancer Foundation says that fifty-four percent of children have received either a sunburn or a tan by their second year of life. Both are signs of skin damage […]

  Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting posts on the eczema and skin cancer risk, Billboard Music Awards beauty, false claims on Kashi products, eight […]

Summer is almost here! Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching and if you live in a warm climate, you most likely will be near the water. If you have acne scars, there are some precautions you need to take before you head out to soak up the sun. Last summer, we were at Cocoa Beach […]

If you are one of the nearly 16 million people in the United States with Rosacea, one of the most important products in your skincare arsenal is an effective sunscreen. We know that the sun is one of the main Rosacea triggers, but choosing the right sun protection is critical, otherwise the ingredients may actually […]

Every week we like to bring you a roundup of some of the latest trends in beauty, health and wellness, and other articles of interest to ZENMED blog readers. Last week, we came across some interesting posts on printing 3D makeup at home, drinking sunscreen, gluten-free dieting and the multi-million dollar ‘barefoot running’ lawsuit. You […]

Are you suffering from Telangiectasias? Chances are, you haven’t heard of the official name for a very common skin problem — broken blood vessels. What are broken blood vessels and why do people get them? Despite their name, broken blood vessels — also known as broken capillaries — are not actually broken at all. They are […]