The Derm Institute of West Michigan

11/03/2025

✨ Let’s Talk Skin & Aging! ✨

Your skin tells your story — and how you care for it today shapes how it looks tomorrow 💆‍♀️💧

Here are a few science-backed skin facts to keep in mind 👇

💪 Collagen Declines with Age
By your mid-20s, collagen production drops by about 1% per year. Preventative treatments like microneedling, BBL, or Botox can help keep collagen strong and your skin firm.

💧 Hydration = Radiance
Well-hydrated skin appears plumper, smoother, and more radiant because moisture boosts elasticity and cell renewal.

✨ Exfoliate—But Don’t Overdo It
Gentle exfoliation reveals brighter, fresher skin, but overdoing it can strip natural oils and cause irritation.

💋 Protect Those Lips!
Your lips have the thinnest skin on your body, so they need extra moisture + SPF to stay soft and youthful.

☀️ Sun Damage = Aging’s #1 Cause
Up to 80% of visible aging comes from UV exposure. Daily sunscreen is your best anti-aging tool!

🌿 Healthy, glowing skin starts with consistency — and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

11/01/2025

11/01/2025

🌟 Fun Facts About Your Skin!

🧬 Did you know your skin is so much more than what you see in the mirror? Here are a few amazing facts that make your skin truly remarkable 👇

✨ Your skin is your largest organ — it makes up about 15% of your body weight and covers roughly 20 square feet!

🔁 Your skin renews itself every 28–30 days, giving you a fresh new layer every month.

🧫 An average adult has around 300 million skin cells working to protect and heal your body daily.

🌿 Your skin has its own microbiome — millions of tiny organisms that keep it healthy and balanced.

💪 And did you know collagen makes up about 75% of your skin’s dry weight? It’s what keeps your skin firm, smooth, and youthful!

🩵 Healthy Skin = Happy You!

Protect, nourish, and love the skin you’re in — this month and every month.

📅 Celebrate National Healthy Skin Month with us! Schedule an appointment to address any skin concerns!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Derm Institute of West Michigan! 🎃 👻

10/28/2025

💉 Tomorrow Only!
Walk-in Botox Clinic with Dr. Lankerani
🗓 Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 10 AM–12 PM
📍 Derm Institute of West Michigan
No appointment required — just stop in for your Botox treatment!

10/24/2025

✨ This week, Dr. Hawley stepped beyond the clinic to lead, advocate, and inspire change in our medical community.

On Wednesday evening, she met with Michigan lawmakers to advocate for patient rights and physician-led medical care — reinforcing that safe, high-quality healthcare begins with decisions made between patients and their trained medical providers. Her goal: to hold policymakers accountable and ensure that physician voices remain central in shaping healthcare policy.

Then this morning, at the Michigan Osteopathic Association Autumn Conference, Dr. Hawley was the only dermatologist to speak, delivering a presentation on dermatology while also calling on DOs from across the state to get involved in advocacy efforts at both state and national levels — because protecting the future of medicine requires participation, collaboration, and speaking up.

When physicians lead, patients benefit.

We’re proud to have Dr. Hawley representing The Derm Institute and championing the future of patient-centered care. ✨

10/23/2025

💙 Wrapping up Medical Assistants Week with gratitude! 💙

This week, we celebrated our amazing Medical Assistants — the ones who keep The Derm Institute running smoothly and our patients cared for with kindness and expertise every single day. 🌟

We capped off the week with some delicious mocktails from Clique Catering 🍹 — the perfect way to toast to such an incredible team!

Thank you to our MAs for all you do — your hard work, positivity, and dedication make such a difference for our patients and our practice.

10/21/2025

👉 October is Eczema Awareness Month — it’s time to give your skin the gentle care it deserves.
Our latest blog post shares expert-backed tips for soothing irritation, preventing flare-ups, and treating eczema confidently. 🧼

💧 Struggling with itchy, red patches?
🩺 Looking for safe skincare practices?
🌿 Want to make small changes that add up?

Read it now & empower your skin-care routine:

https://derminstituteofwmi.com/eczema-awareness-month-how-to-soothe-and-prevent-irritation/

10/16/2025

👻 Spooktacular Savings Are Here!
The more you buy, the more you save!
🧴 15% OFF your first product
💄 20% OFF when you buy two or more!
Stock up on your skincare favorites before they vanish! ✨