Treatment for common skin concerns ranges from acne and pigmentation correction to structural skin firming and keloid scar management.
Itching in babies is fairly common because the skin of infants is thin, sensitive and prone to irritation. Itchy skin on babies can stem from a variety of causes, including eczema, irritation from soaps and fabrics, allergies to food or other substances, dry skin and insect bites.
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Bodywash is an effective and convenient alternative to traditional soap. Many bodywash products contain moisturizers and function as all-in-one products, working as soaps, shampoos and shaving gels when necessary. They are more sanitary than bar soap, and are ideal for storing in the bath or for travel.
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Acne can affect any area of the body and occur at any age, although it is most common in teenagers and pregnant women due to hormonal imbalances in the body.
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Chapped lips occur when the skin on the lips becomes very dry. The lips may hurt, crack, and even bleed in severe cases. According to the Mayo Clinic, exposure to sun, wind, and cold, dry air can cause chapped lips.
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Acne occurs when an overproduction of oil mixes with dead skin cells and clogs the pores on the skin. Bacteria are then able to feed off this mixture and multiply, increasing skin irritation and inflammation.
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Babies have thin, sensitive skin that is prone to dryness, especially during hot or dry weather or when bathed too frequently. Severely dry skin can make your baby uncomfortable and may itch or crack, potentially leading to fussiness, scratching and skin infection.
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Chapped and rough lips affect men as well as women. Your lips are constantly exposed to environmental irritants and other sources of abuse. Failure to protect your lips against sun and wind damage, or licking and biting them, can lead to dry, rough lips.
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Acne and blackheads affect an estimated 17 million men and women in the United States, according to Brown University. Blackheads, or open comedones, occur when a combination of oil, dirt, skin cells and bacteria plugs the pores in your skin.
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Acne occurs when excess oil and dead skin cells clog pores. According to Acne.org, acne that develops on the back is sometimes more severe than facial acne because the pores on the back are larger, the skin is thicker, and the back is in near-constant contact with clothing and bed linens.
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Dry cracked hands may occur for a variety of reasons and cause pain or interfere with daily activities. Deep cracks are also vulnerable to potentially serious infections. Severely dry or cracked skin requires evaluation by a dermatologist to determine the underlying cause of the problem, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Exfoliation removes dead cells from the skin's surface to improve its appearance and to prevent clogged pores and acne. It may also help combat the signs of aging by removing dull and damaged skin and encouraging the growth of new, healthy skin.
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Dry skin, or xerosis, is a common condition that causes itching, flaking and redness. It is often more severe and difficult to treat during the dry winter months. Dry skin on the chin is typically caused by improper skin care, low environmental humidity or a combination of the two.
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Small, flesh-colored bumps on the legs may appear for a variety of reasons. Depending on their cause and location, they may cause no symptoms or they may itch, become irritated or spread to other areas of the body.
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Pressure and friction cause the skin on your feet to thicken and harden as a protective measure. The result is rough skin, corns and calluses. While removal of hard skin is rarely medically necessary, treatment may be desired to ease discomfort or improve appearance.
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Soaking your feet can soften dry skin while soothing aching or tired feet. While commercial foot baths are available, these are often costly and difficult to customize.
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While wrinkles and fine lines are a normal part of aging, they make the skin appear tired and can be of significant cosmetic concern, especially for women. You can prevent premature wrinkling by avoiding the sun and taking proper care of your skin, but wrinkles caused by genetics and aging are not avoidable.
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Cracks in the feet occur when skin becomes extremely dry and pressure on the heel of the foot causes the skin to slide sideways. Cracked feet are prone to infection, and in those with diabetes, the risk of serious infection is even greater.
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