Treatment for common skin concerns ranges from acne and pigmentation correction to structural skin firming and keloid scar management.
Special skin cells produce small molecules called pro collagen using vitamin C and protein obtained through a person's diet. As the pro collagen molecules are produced, they glue themselves to one another and form fibrils.
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Your hands can become severely dry and begin to crack for a number of reasons. Restoring moisture is vital to how your skin heals and repairs itself. For severely cracked, dry hands, it may take a bit of time to heal the skin.
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Glycolic acid is a natural derivative of sugar cane and a member of the AHA, or alpha hydroxy family. Applied topically, it acts as a mild chemical exfoliant and is able to penetrate and loosen the surface layer of skin for easier removal.
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While acne is often the result of too much oil and dead skin cells accumulating in the pores, it is still possible to have dry skin and acne. What's worse, many acne treatments dry out your skin even further. In these cases, you'll likely have another unpleasant symptom -- peeling skin.
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Discover the benefits of microdermabrasion, a cosmetic treatment that refreshes aging skin without invasive procedures. Learn how it works, its effectiveness, and reasons to try it.
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Kojic acid is most commonly used as a skin-lightening agent, thanks to its ability to interfere with the production of melanin.
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Blackheads on your cheeks can ruin a near-perfect complexion. They are caused when dead skin, bacteria and other debris clogs the pores. When this combination gets pushed toward the skin's surface, it turns black from contact with air.
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A normal menstrual cycle lasts anywhere between 25 to 36 days. During this cycle, bleeding should only occur in this first week for three to seven days. However, some women may experience light brown bleeding in between periods known as spotting.
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The David Suzuki foundation reports that 75 to 90 percent of cosmetics may contain parabens. Parabens are used commonly as a preservative, and they easily penetrate the skin. The European Commission on Endocrine Disruption lists parabens as a category 1 substance, shown to be an endocrine disruptor.
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Shea butter, a nourishing moisturizer derived from the seeds of the African tree Vitellaria paradoxa, whips up into a light, creamy skin concoction with the texture of whipped cream.
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Overuse and poor care can lead to cracked skin and calluses on the hands. This condition is painful, unattractive and can lead to infection if not remedied. Proper treatment and care can help repair the damage. Improvement in the skin of the hands will take time and daily attention.
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Contrary to popular belief, it's not only oily skin that breaks out. Dry skin is also prone to blemishes, flaking, itching and redness. Blemishes occur when the pores are blocked with debris. Sometimes that means overactive oil glands, but it can also mean dirt and dead skin from overly dry skin.
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Uneven skin tone plagues many people and can be the result of illness, scarring or acne. One treatment for uneven skin tone is sulfur. Sulfur is used to treat many skin problems. It evens out patchiness and fixes skin discoloration. To ensure the proper use of sulfur, please consult a medical professional.
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Panthenol is a common ingredient used in skin care products, including cosmetics, hair sprays, shampoos and conditioners. This natural ingredient can be found in plants and is a form of vitamin B5, also referred to as pantothenic acid.
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Whether as a result of acne or old wounds, scars can be embarrassing and difficult to cover up. Scars that are raised, pocked or a dark color are an even bigger challenge. No matter where a scar is located on your face or body, you can use face concealer to hide or diminish its appearance.
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Dermatologists specialize in caring for the skin, so it makes sense to consider the products they recommend for skin care. Moisturizing lotions may contain humectants to help draw moisture to the skin and emollients for soothing.
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Age spots, liver spots and freckles are just some of the names given to the areas on your arms and legs that have increased levels of melanin, or pigment. Most types of hyperpigmentation do not require treatment; unless the spots are a sign of melanoma (skin cancer), they do not interfere with your health.
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Having oily skin can lead to an unsightly reflective shine and painful acne breakouts. To some extent, you can’t control how much oil your skin produces because your skin type is affected by your genes. Though your skin type may always be on the oily end of the spectrum, oily skin doesn’t have to be a lifelong plague.
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Keeping oily skin under control can be challenging, but it is possible to do it yourself at home. Oily skin, or seborrhea, is caused by overactive sebaceous glands, a condition that can be driven or exacerbated by hormones. Women with oily skin may see increased acne breakouts during their menstrual periods.
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Acne -- blemishes, zits or pimples -- are unwanted infections of the skin that can strike individuals of any age or sex. Acne is more common in teenagers and in women who are pregnant, on their menstrual cycle, or starting or stopping birth control pills.
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