What Is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a disorder that causes skin cells to turn over at faster than normal rates. In normal skin, cells mature and shed in 28 to 30 days. On the other hand, affected skin cells mature in 3...
Eczema is a chronic skin condition that manifests as patches of skin that are cracked, crusted, red, scaly, itchy, swollen, and/or inflamed. Less common are blisters and bumps. Although there is no cure, there are treatments that help to improve...
Does eating chocolate cause acne? Will scalp massages prevent baldness? Here we debunk the some of the most common skincare myths. Skincare Myth #1: Rubbing alcohol kills acne. Alcohol is a common ingredient in many skin care products because it dries quickly....
Do Gel Manicures Increase the Risk of Skin Cancer? Gel manicures quickly became the new nail care sensation. Finally, a polish that doesn’t chip or become dull; that masks imperfections, such as ridges, indentations or pitting; that dries quickly and actually...
Types of Warts- Warts are very common non-cancer skin growths, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV increases cell growth on the skin's surface leading to raised, firm bumps. Although you often see warts on your hands and feet, they...
When it comes to skincare, some tend to have a love-hate relationship with retinol, especially those with sensitive skin. Good thing is, there’s a new trending plant-based alternative called the bakuchiol. It is gentle, lightweight, vegan, and can also do...
Why Do I Have Oily Skin? Oily skin could be an uncomfortable condition that could wreck your self-esteem. But there's an explanation behind all that oil. Your skin is oily because the sebaceous glands are producing too much sebum. Sebaceous glands are...
What is Pattern Baldness? Pattern baldness, otherwise known as androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common reason for hair loss. The cause of pattern baldness is a combination of genetics and the activity of androgens, the hormones responsible for regulating hair...
Don’t sleep on skin cancer There are some cancers, like breast cancer for instance, that are well known and get huge media attention. However, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Doctors diagnose close to 10,000 people...
Hair shedding is normal. We can shed up to 200 strands of hair a day. It’s a natural part of the life cycle of hair. In the anagen or growth phase, 90% of our hairs are growing and do so for...
Have you found a mass forming on your hand or another part of your body? It could be a cyst and you may want to hop over to your local dermatologist for some help. Cysts are prevalent and easily treatable...
Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs mainly on the face and is often mistaken for acne, eczema, or a skin allergy. It is one of the most common dermatologic conditions. An estimated 14 million Americans suffer from it,...
Can you prevent skin cancer? Skin cancer is the most common, and one of the most preventable types of cancer diagnosed in the United States. Every year there are more new cases of skin cancer reported than colon, lung, prostate, and...
Acne is the most common skin condition across the globe. A study found that almost 10% of the worldwide population is affected by acne. Researchers found that post-puberty boys were more likely to develop acne, including severe forms of acne....
It’s the brown spot we recognize on our skin, out of the blue, when we look in the mirror. Moles are so common, we shrug our shoulders and go on with our lives. We know that most moles are harmless....