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If you’re someone who keeps a bottle of hand sanitizer in your purse, car, or pocket at all times, you’re likely all too aware of just how drying using the convenient hand cleaner can be.

If you’re thinking of becoming a Physician Assistant (PA) in the field of medical aesthetics, take a peek into the busy schedule of Kaitlyn Rahtelli, PA-C¹. This board-certified Physician Assistant has worked with a dermatology practice since 2019, after completing her undergraduate education and earning a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies.

The solution for dry, dull hair is simpler than you may think: It may just need a vitamin boost. Specifically, vitamin E. Just a few drops of vitamin E oil to your scalp every week may be all it takes to turn locks silky.

“It’s important to apply sunscreen to all exposed areas of the skin, but the face is especially vulnerable to UV damage — your face tends to be exposed all year round and is rarely covered by clothing,” said Kim Nichols, MD

Dr. Nichols recommends opting for a sunscreen and a nourishing moisturizer to protect and brighten your overall complexion. (Also drink plenty of water throughout the day to boost hydration from the inside.)

Harvard-trained, board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon Kim Nichols, MD, FAAD, worked at her mentor’s practice for seven years on the Upper East side of Manhattan before opening her own practice in Greenwich, Connecticut in 2013. Since then, the staff has grown from 3 to 15, and Dr. Nichols recently opened a second location, in nearby Harbor Point.