Skin Care

How can you start taking better care of your skin? Our topics cover acne, aging, hygiene, and much more—so you can take the first step towards a healthful complexion. Find out when it’s time to seek the expert care of a dermatologist, and learn about conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Protecting Your Skin to Prevent Sun Damage and Cancer.
Understanding and Treating Eczema in Children.
How to Get Rid of Razor Bumps.
Coping with Breakouts: How Acne and Stress Are Related.
Options for Effective Scar Treatment.
How to Heal Chapped and Cracked Lips.
Much More.

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What Are Your Options for Effective Scar Treatment?

December 14, 2017

Are you wondering how to best treat your scar? Learn more about the types of scars and the different scar treatments available to you. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: scar, scar removal, scar treatment
Video

Don’t Panic – Here’s How to Treat Head Lice

October 18, 2017

Treating head lice requires several specific steps that any parent can manage. Learn more about how to get rid of your child's lice Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Skin Care
Tagged with: head lice, managing child's lice, treating head lice
Article - 1 Minute Read

What Is Rosacea? Symptoms, Treatment, Causes

September 28, 2017

Rosacea is a common skin condition that occurs on the face. Learn about rosacea symptoms, treatment, and causes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: causes rosacea, control rosacea, rosacea, skin conditions
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Bed Sore Treatment: Home Remedies for Bed Sores

August 30, 2017

Bed sores are caused by prolonged pressure along the skin that prevents healthy blood flow. Discover bed sore treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: bed sores, decubitus ulcers, pressure sore, pressure sores
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Nickel Allergy Treatments: What is A Metal Allergy?

August 24, 2017

Nickel allergy treatments can help when you experience a rash from contact with metal. Learn more about how you can treat metal allergies. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: metal allergies, metal allergy, nickel allergy, rash
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When You Should See Your Doctor for a Sunburn

June 17, 2017

Occasionally, the most severe sunburns will require medical attention. Learn when it's time to seek care for your burn. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Skin Care
Tagged with: featured post, mobile featured, skin care, sunburn, urgent care
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How to Prevent and Get Rid of Acne Scars

March 29, 2017

Many people suffer from acne scarring after bad breakouts. Find out how acne scars form, and ways you can treat or remove your acne scars. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: acne scar, acne scar removal, acne scar treatment
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How Dirty Is Your Beard? The Surprising Answer

March 6, 2017

It's enough to make any bearded germaphobe reach for the razor—a 2015 study claims that most beards are as dirty and bacteria-filled as toilet seats. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: bacteria in facial hair, beard, dirty beards, germs
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How to Heal Chapped and Cracked Lips

February 26, 2017

Your lips don't have oil glands like the rest of your body, so they're more prone to dryness than other parts of your skin. Learn how to treat chapped lips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: chapped lips, dry lips, dry skin, healing chapped lips, how to treat chapped lips, protect lips, skin care, skin protection