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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Treat and Prevent Blisters with These 5 Tips

February 20, 2017

You can prevent and treat friction-related blisters with just a few simple steps. In short: moisture-wicking socks and better-fitting shoes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: blister, infection, pain, pus
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Are Dirty Makeup Brushes Giving You Breakouts?

February 13, 2017

With every application, your makeup brushes and sponges collect oil, dust, dead skin, and residual makeup. Are your brushes contributing to your acne? Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: acne, cosmetics, dermatology, hygiene, makeup, skin care
Article - 3 Minute Read

Ways to Prevent Wrinkles: 7 Essential Tips

January 28, 2017

Wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process. Here are the top 7 ways to prevent or minimize wrinkles from our experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: moisturizers, sun exposure, sunscreen, wrinkle prevention, wrinkles
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Is Your Rash Actually Scabies?

December 29, 2016

You've been itchy for days and now a rash has popped up. Is it scabies? Find out more about scabies symptoms, causes, and risk factors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: scabies rash, scabies symptoms, scabies treatment, treatment for scabies, what is scabies
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What Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your Health

December 15, 2016

It's normal for nails to have some imperfections, but some nail problems can be a telltale sign for greater health problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: dermatology, fingernails, Health, nail health, skin issues
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Foot Odor (Bromodosis): How To Get Rid of Smelly Feet

November 19, 2016

You may wonder “why do my feet stink?” We're peeling back the layers of stinky feet. Reduce annoying foot odor with these helpful tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: athlete's foot, feet, foot odor, hygiene
Article - 2 Minute Read

What Is Male-Pattern Baldness?

November 13, 2016

Also called androgenic alopecia, male-pattern baldness is very common. Learn if you're at risk of male-pattern balding and how to treat it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Men's Health, Skin Care
Tagged with: hair loss, male-pattern baldness, Men's Health
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Essential Home Remedies for Mild Psoriasis

November 4, 2016

These at-home remedies for mild psoriasis can help ease itching, flaking, and redness, without a trip to the dermatologist. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: home remedies, itching, mild psoriasis, rash, skin condition
Article - 1 Minute Read

4 Simple Skin Care Tips for Athletes

October 4, 2016

Protect your skin during outdoor workouts: These skin care tips for athletes can help you avoid chafing, burning, and blistering outdoors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Fitness, Skin Care
Tagged with: cycling, outdoor athletes, outdoors, running, sports, sunburn