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Coping with Breakouts: How Acne and Stress Are Related

July 10, 2018

It might not seem fair, but you may be more likely to have a breakout when you're already stressing. Find out how to ease your stress and clear your skin.Read More

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Categorized as: Skin Care

Tagged with: acne, skin care, stress management

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Do You Have Dry, Flaky Skin on Your Face? Here’s What You Can Do

April 3, 2018

If you have dry, flaky skin on your face, you may be wondering what you can do to rehydrate it. Learn about home treatment options at UPMC.Watch Now

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Categorized as: Skin Care

Tagged with: dermatology, dry skin, skin care

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How to Prevent and Treat Crepey Skin

January 4, 2018

If you've noticed that your skin is getting looser and thinner, you could have crepey skin. Learn more about treating and preventing crepey skin.Read More

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Categorized as: Skin Care

Tagged with: aging, dermatology, skin care

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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

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Tagged with: featured post, mobile featured, skin care, sunburn, urgent care

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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

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Tagged with: chapped lips, dry lips, dry skin, healing chapped lips, how to treat chapped lips, protect lips, skin care, skin protection

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Is Makeup Removal Necessary?

January 2, 2016

Discover tips for proper makeup removal and find out which products will help keep your skin healthy and clear.Read More

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Categorized as: Skin Care

Tagged with: dermatology, makeup removal, makeup remover, skin care

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Is a Hot Shower Bad for Your Skin?

January 28, 2015

For many, nothing is more relaxing than a long, hot shower or soothing soak in the tub. But what effects can they have on your skin? Find out now.Read More

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Tagged with: clear nasal congestion, dry skin, infection, itching, moisturizer, natural oil barrier, Nick Woltjen, shower, skin, skin care, soap, sunburn, UPMC Department of Dermatology

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Skin Care Q&A

December 5, 2014

Learn more about the basics of skin care through this Q&A session with UPMC's Dr. Timothy Patton.Read More

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Tagged with: angioma, bacterial folliculitis, cellulite, cold sore, dark circles, dermatitis, dermatologist, dermatology, dilated blood vessels, environmental allergies, poison ivy, skin care, telangiectasias, Timothy Patton DO, treatment of cellulite, UVA, wrinkle prevention, wrinkles

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Infographic: Protect Your Skin: Sunscreen 101

June 22, 2014

Learn some easy tips on how to use sunscreen to protect your skin during this summer by reviewing our infographic on proper sunscreen application.Learn More

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Tagged with: Hillman Cancer Center, infographic, skin cancer, skin cancer screening, skin care, SPF, SPF 30, sunglasses, sunscreen