Treatment for common skin concerns ranges from acne and pigmentation correction to structural skin firming and keloid scar management.
Acne usually causes small skin swellings when follicles get full or partially blocked with dead skin cells and skin oil. Blackheads are partial blockages, while a whitehead is completely clogged up, the American Academy of Dermatology explains; pimples that fill with pus are called papules and pustules.
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Vitamin E plays an important role in the body, defending your cells from free radicals and assisting in the production of red blood cells. Although there is no proof at time of publication, research is being conducted into the role vitamin E plays in the prevention of heart disease, cancer and stroke.
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Human chorionic gonadotropin, or HCG, is a hormone naturally produced during pregnancy. People on the HCG diet typically receive HCG injections or take HCG supplements. The HCG diet severely restricts calories to roughly 500 calories a day.
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Oily skin and enlarged pores are two skin conditions that often seem to go hand in hand. These conditions can cause the skin to appear greasy or dull due to excess oil production. Knowing how to prevent and treat these skin conditions can help you obtain and keep clearer skin.
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Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that is used to create a brighter, smoother, more youthful complexion when applied directly to the skin in the form of lotions, serums or masks. According to the book "Cosmetic Dermatology,"
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Castor oil is one of the oldest-known wrinkle treatments. Egyptian pharaohs used the oil in skin cream and hair preparations, according to the book “For Appearance’ Sake: The Historical Encyclopedia of Good Looks, Beauty, and Grooming.
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A dermatologist makes a determination on how to treat painful, dry skin based on the appearance of the skin and where the dry patch is located.
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Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, making up about one quarter of all of your protein based tissues. According to the Protein Data Bank website, collagen forms the matrix for your bones, strengthens your tendons and gives resilience and support to the skin and internal organs.
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Benzoyl peroxide is an over-the-counter acne treatment that can be used to kill the bacteria occurring in the skin's pores. However, benzoyl peroxide can cause irritation and dryness, which may lead others to seek acne treatment alternatives.
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Dry brushing is one of the absolute best things that you can do for the largest organ of your body -- the skin.
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When you have loose skin on the back, it can cause problems like bra bulge and muffin top. Back fat tends to rest either at the top of the back near the shoulder blades or at the lower back, just above the butt.
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Underarm darkness is more embarrassing than harmful, according to the scientists at The Beauty Brains website. In fact, though dark underarms are sometimes symptomatic of acanthosis nigricans--a condition related to glandular disorders--the causes of armpit discoloration are typically more run-of-the-mill.
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You’ve cut your hand or your child has scraped her knee. These are acute wounds. Whenever possible, they should be cleaned and treated immediately with an antiseptic to prevent infection. The textbook Pharmacology for Nursing Care includes information about many of the common skin antiseptics.
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Clogged pores are caused by a buildup of oil, bacteria, tiny hairs and dead skin cells. Pores on the face, back, chest, neck, arms and legs can become clogged -- and they're especially stubborn on the nose because the oil-producing glands in that area are very active.
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Millions of people suffer from acne, and the American Academy of Dermatology says acne affects 40 to 50 million people in the United States alone. It can set in at puberty and even earlier and can last well into adulthood. Acne manifests in forms ranging from blackheads to cysts.
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Tegaderm bandages are clear, waterproof dressings that can be placed over minor skin injuries, minor burns, IV sites and some surgical wounds. The manufacturer, 3M, recommends that Tegaderm dressings be changed a minimum of every seven days.
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AmLactin Moisturizing Body Lotion is recommended by beauty magazines and dermatologists alike for its ability to treat rough, dry skin. Available at drugstores, the product contains 12 percent lactic acid.
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Blackheads are a type of acne caused by the skin producing too much oil in the pores, according to Medical News Today. People often try to remove blackheads at home, just as they do with other forms of acne. However, StylebakeryBeauty.
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Veins under your eyes can make you look old, tired and uninterested in what you are doing. Usually the cause of veins under the eyes is from old age, but sometimes they are a hereditary trait. As you age the skin becomes thinner, which reveals the veins under your eyes.
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Molluscum contagiosum is a viral disease that affects the skin. It is most common among children, though it can affect people of all ages, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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