Bayou City Dermatology Blog

Texas has among the highest UV exposure in the country. A monthly skin self-exam guide from a Houston dermatologist, including what to photograph and when to call.

Houston's humidity, UV, and heat make melasma uniquely persistent. A dermatologist's guide to evidence-based treatment stacking and realistic maintenance.

Acne treatment has changed meaningfully in the last two years. A Houston dermatologist's 2026 guide to new topicals, clascoterone, and microbiome approaches.

Living in Houston is basically a masterclass in dealing with extreme weather. Between the sprawling concrete, the proximity to the Gulf Coast, and the thick, heavy air, the climate is famously unforgiving.

Around half of all humans suffer from dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis, on the other hand, affects anything from 3-10% of the population.

If you’re one of the millions of US women who find themselves standing in a pharmacy aisle with an anti-aging night cream in one hand and a heavy-duty spot treatment in the other, then you’re not alone.

Dark spots, melasma, or post-acne marks? Learn why hyperpigmentation happens, which treatments actually work for every skin tone, and which myths to avoid.