Treatment for common skin concerns ranges from acne and pigmentation correction to structural skin firming and keloid scar management.
Just like people come in different shades and colors, so do your eyes. Blue, green, brown and hazel are just a sample of the different eye colors out there. Color contacts provide the ability to change up the color of your eyes whether you want to match a new ensemble or just change your overall look.
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If you suffer from rosacea, your skin needs extra care to stay soft and hydrated. Rosacea manifests as red patches of skin on the forehead, cheeks, chin and nose. Some beauty products and cosmetics can make the irritation worse. The right products, though, soothe skin and keep it from drying out.
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Body acne is a skin condition that can affect anyone of any age, but it is most common among teenagers and pregnant women. Body acne can be caused by hormones, heredity or oil buildup on the skin. It is not caused by eating chocolate, greasy foods or being dirty.
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A scar is a permanent mark on your skin that results from an injury that breaks the skin. Over time, scars fade, but most are visible forever. Proper care of the area is an important way to promote healing and helps minimize the appearance of the scar.
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Acne -- the most common skin condition in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center -- often includes symptoms such as clogged pores, inflammation and pimples. In some cases, acne can be painful and itchy.
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Frown lines are aging, but fortunately you can dramatically reduce their appearance or even eliminate them without visiting a doctor or submitting to Botox injections. Botox is an effective and safe way to reduce and eliminate wrinkles, but many people are concerned about injecting toxins into their skin.
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Although it may seem counterproductive, moisturizing oily skin is an important task in supporting skin health. The key to avoiding an oil-slick on your face is to choose the right kind of moisturizers for both day and night use.
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The belief that acne can be treated in a sauna or steam room is pervasive and, unfortunately, untrue. Though relaxing and healthy in other ways, steam does not help with acne treatment and can actually make acne problems worse. There are ways to treat acne, and staying out of of the sauna is one of them.
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When your acne heals, you might be discouraged by red or dark marks left behind on your skin, but don't despair. These are not permanent marks and are simply your body's reaction to the previous inflammation.
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If you see brown spots on your face after drinking liquor, you may have one of a few different conditions. Spots due to flushing or bruising occur if you have a low tolerance for alcohol, cannot process alcohol properly or drink enough alcohol to expand your blood vessels.
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Dark spots can appear on the skin after shaving for a number of reasons, including skin irritation, a buildup of dead skin cells and the appearance of sub-surface hair. If the spots occur immediately after shaving, there are several home treatments that can help reduce and eliminate them.
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Acne is an embarrassing skin issue. However, it becomes even more embarrassing when the blemishes cause scarring. Ice pick scars are common, according to Acne.org, and described as deep pits 2 mm or less in length. The scarring got its name because the skin appears to have small puncture marks.
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Comedonal acne occurs below the skin surface. According to the nonprofit organization The Acne Group, a comedo develops when the hair follicle just below the skin becomes clogged with dirt, bacteria, dead skin cells and hair.
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Doxycycline is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infection. The drug can also be used to get rid of acne and acne-like rashes that are associated with rosacea.
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Blackheads on the back are not only unsightly, but can become irritated if a shirt or backpack rubs the area. Like blackheads on any part of the body, successful treatment relies on careful hygiene and a daily routine.
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Bag Balm, a commercial salve made in Vermont since 1889, comes in a distinctive square green tin. Its original use was for softening and protecting chafed cow's udders, but it has found favor as an all-purpose lubricating balm.
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While many breast-feeding women are trying to boost their milk supply, others may be looking for ways to slow it down. Whether you are trying to stop breast-feeding or simply to prevent engorgement, there are a few simple ways to reduce your milk supply both with and without the use of medications.
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While the direct cause of pimples is unknown, Brown University Health Education explains that hormones known as androgens and a personโs genetics may play a very large role. Pimples develop when oil and bacteria enter your pores. Within the pore, the bacteria continue to grow, trapping the oil.
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Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that can become life-threatening when left untreated. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, cellulitis can spread your lymph nodes, causing deeper infection.
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Clogged pores and acne are two different skin conditions. While acne doesn't occur without pores first being clogged, clogged pores alone don't necessarily lead to acne. Clogged pores are caused by a combination of dead skin cells, dirt and excessive sebum, which are natural oils produced by the sebaceous glands.
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