Treatment for common skin concerns ranges from acne and pigmentation correction to structural skin firming and keloid scar management.
Scar tissue develops after skin heals from wounds and might be unsightly in certain instances. There are myriad creams and ointments available for treating scars and helping them shrink in size or disappear. Some of these ointments are more effective than others.
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Bleeding under the skin can occur in a variety of ways, forming either tiny red dots called petechiae or larger flat areas that turn purple, called purpura. When bleeding under the skin is excessive, the large area of bruised skin is called an ecchymosis. When bleeding forms petechiae, it can be mistaken for a rash.
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Brown spots or liver spots on the skin may be a sign of agingโor exposure to harsh elements. Certain areas of the skin are triggered to produce excess melanin after unprotected exposure to the sun's rays. Beauticians and aestheticians use many products to help lighten the skin and remove age spots.
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Aloe vera is a plant that grows primarily in hot, dry climates. Its medicinal properties are recognized by many cultures across the globe. The sap secreted from aloe leaves is used for a variety of health purposes including as a digestive tonic, for healing wounds and sunburns, and moisturizing the skin.
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