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10/20/2026

Sweater weather isn’t always eczema-friendly.

For sensitive skin, certain fall fabrics, especially rough wool and some synthetics, can add friction, heat, and irritation.

A few ways to make cooler weather easier on your skin:
• Choose soft, breathable fabrics such as cotton when possible
• Love your wool sweater? Wear a soft cotton layer underneath it
• Dress in layers so you can cool down before you start sweating
• Wash clothes with a fragrance-free detergent

Sometimes managing eczema isn’t about one big change. It’s about removing several small irritants throughout the day.

And as temperatures drop, clothing isn’t the only thing that changes.

If this was helpful, give it a like and share it with someone whose eczema tends to flare when the weather gets colder.

10/16/2026

“I was very nervous about my appointment today. Haley and her team made me feel very confident about my outcome. I felt comfortable from the moment I walked in the door. Thank you for treating me so kindly.”

Feeling nervous before a dermatology appointment is more common than you might think.

Sometimes the biggest difference isn’t just getting answers. It’s having a care team that takes the time to explain what’s happening, answer your questions, and help you feel comfortable with what comes next.

That kind of attention matters to us.

At SkinPros, we want you to leave your appointment feeling informed, reassured, and clear about your next steps.

If you’ve been putting off a skin concern because you’re nervous about the appointment, schedule a visit with one of our providers today.

10/14/2026

Nobody plans to put off a skin check. It just keeps sliding to next month.

That habit is why a national film crew spent a day with us in Providence. Skin Pros will be featured in an upcoming segment of All Access hosted by Andy Garcia on Public Television, where Dr. Antonio Cruz talks about early detection and why sooner is always better.

The documentary also looks at today’s realities: too few specialists, slow diagnoses, and standards that don’t serve every skin type equally. And it asks how new tools like AI can help without losing sight of the patient.

The idea behind it all is simple. The tools to catch skin problems early have never been better, but they only work when people come in, and when the care they find is personal.

Behind every screening, says Dr. Cruz, is “a real person sitting in an exam room hoping for answers.”

That’s who we show up for. At Skin Pros, we take the time to listen, we never rush the visit, and you leave knowing exactly what comes next.

Want to learn more about the episode? Get all the details here:

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/skin-pros-addresses-the-gap-on-an-upcoming-segment-of-all-access-hosted-by-andy-garcia-302882347.html

And keep an eye on our page, we’ll be sharing more from the segment soon.

10/13/2026

Your shower may feel soothing. Your eczema may disagree.

Long, hot showers can strip away some of the natural oils that help protect your skin barrier, which can leave eczema-prone skin feeling even drier and itchier.

Try these simple changes:
• Choose warm water instead of hot
• Keep showers relatively short
• Gently pat your skin dry instead of rubbing
• Apply moisturizer while your skin is still slightly damp

That last step is especially important: moisturizing soon after bathing can help trap water in the skin before it evaporates.

Have you noticed your eczema feels worse after a hot shower? Let us know in the comments.

10/09/2026

Eczema is common. The misconceptions about it are, too.

More than 31 million Americans are estimated to live with some form of eczema, yet we still hear 3 of the same myths.

❌ Myth: “It’s just dry skin.”
✔️ Fact: Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition, and managing it often takes more than moisturizer alone.

❌ Myth: “I can catch it from someone.”
✔️ Fact: Eczema is not contagious.

❌ Myth: “Eczema is always red.”
✔️ Fact: Eczema can look very different depending on your skin tone. On darker skin, it may appear brown, purple, gray, or darker than the surrounding skin.

And that’s part of why getting the right diagnosis matters.

If you’re living with recurring itching, irritation, or rashes that never seem to fully go away, you deserve more than guesswork.

At SkinPros, we take the time to look closely, listen, and build a treatment plan around your skin and your experience.

Ready for answers? Schedule an evaluation with our team.

10/06/2026

If you have eczema, one word on your moisturizer label matters more than you might think.

“Unscented” and “fragrance-free” are not always the same thing.

Some products labeled unscented may still contain fragrance ingredients used to mask other odors. And fragrance can be a trigger for sensitive, eczema-prone skin.

When choosing moisturizers and other skin care products, look for “fragrance-free” on the label.

It’s a small change that can make a meaningful difference for some people with eczema.

Know someone who deals with eczema? Send this their way. 💙

10/02/2026

What you mention during a psoriasis appointment matters.

A dermatologist isn’t only looking at what’s visible that day. Changes you’ve noticed over time, symptoms that come and go, and discomfort elsewhere can all provide useful information.

The more complete the picture, the better your provider can evaluate what may be going on.

Have concerns you’ve been putting off? Schedule an appointment with us today!

https://www.skinpros.com/

Psoriasis can affect more than what you see on the skin.While psoriasis is known for causing patches on the skin, it can...
09/29/2026

Psoriasis can affect more than what you see on the skin.

While psoriasis is known for causing patches on the skin, it can also affect the scalp, nails, and even the joints in some people.

Changes in the nails, joint pain, swelling, or stiffness can sometimes be connected to psoriasis too.

That’s why understanding psoriasis means looking beyond the skin.

Save this post as a reminder that psoriasis can show up in more ways than one.

09/25/2026

Not every red, scaly patch is psoriasis.

Several skin conditions can look similar at first, and treating the wrong condition can mean spending time on something that was never going to help.

A professional evaluation can help identify what you’re actually dealing with before deciding what comes next.

Not sure what’s causing your symptoms? Book an appointment with one of our providers for an evaluation.

https://www.skinpros.com/

09/22/2026

Psoriasis can look contagious. It isn’t.

You cannot catch psoriasis by touching someone, hugging them, or sharing the same space. Psoriasis happens because of changes involving the immune system, not because of an infection that spreads from person to person.

Understanding this matters because misinformation can create unnecessary fear and stigma.

Share this post to stop the myth that psoriasis is contagious.

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