The Skin Guru I'm Dr. Leslie Baumann, chief of the Division of Cosmetic Dermatology and a professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine. I will be discussing the fundamentals of skin care and the latest advances in skin care and cosmetic dermatology procedures. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/ Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:51:09 -0800 Yahoo! Does Your Skin Need To Detox? http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15353/does-your-skin-need-to-detox/ Devotees of detox diets and spa treatments have long insisted that fasting or slathering yourself with mud and mineral salts can remove chemicals, pollutants and other vague "impurities" from the body. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:51:08 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Too Much Sugar Causes Wrinkles http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15198/too-much-sugar-causes-wrinkles/ I love sweet treats as much as the next person so it pains me to say this, but eating too much sugar causes wrinkles. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:43:35 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Threading for Hair Removal http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15183/threading-for-hair-removal/ Threading is an ancient hair removal method that's finally taking hold in the U.S. Practiced for centuries in India and the Middle East, the technique uses a thin cotton thread to pluck out hairs one by one. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:13:35 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Skin Changes on Your Child That You Shouldn't Ignore http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15045/skin-changes-on-your-child-that-you-shouldnt-ignore/ Have you ever taken your child to the dermatologist? It can be tough to know when it's necessary - after all, they get all kinds of scrapes, and it's normal for their skin to change as they grow. Fri, 22 May 2009 10:47:00 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. The Surprising Skin Salvation in Your Kitchen http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15043/the-surprising-skin-salvation-in-your-kitchen/ Olive oil is also one of the best, all-natural moisturizers. Now, researchers are learning about the effects of olive oil on skin health, and their results are very promising. Wed, 20 May 2009 23:37:13 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Is Your Diet Causing Acne? http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15037/is-your-diet-causing-acne/ Despite what you may have heard, there is mounting evidence that sweets and junk food like chips, white bread and French fries can cause breakouts. Fri, 15 May 2009 23:54:49 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. High-Priced Skincare: Is it Worth It? http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15033/high-priced-skincare-is-it-worth-it/ You can still take care of your skin without a stimulus package because the best products don't automatically come with inflated price tags. Tue, 12 May 2009 23:20:24 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. 6 Treats To Pamper Your Mom http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15029/6-treats-to-pamper-your-mom/ All moms are beautiful, but they don't always reward themselves as much as they deserve -- they need us to help them along! Mother's Day is a great chance to pick up a treasured product that your mom loves but would rarely splurge on for herself. Thu, 07 May 2009 19:29:28 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Move Over, Botox! http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15024/move-over-botox/ Bad news for wrinkles! The FDA has just approved Dysport, a Botox competitor that will soon be available in your dermatologist's office. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:23:06 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D. Bedding: The Newest Beauty Product http://health.yahoo.com/experts/skintype/15014/bedding-the-newest-beauty-product/ The New York Times published a great story about the newest (and most unexpected) beauty products on the market: sheets, pillows and other bedding treated with ingredients that supposedly do everything from reduce wrinkles to increase energy levels. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 22:42:16 -0800 Leslie Baumann, M.D.