Things to Look for When Choosing Sunscreen
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, so it’s important to protect yourself when you’re outside and limit damage to your skin from sunburns. One way to protect yourself is to apply good sunscreen every two hours you spend outside, using about one ounce to cover your body with each […]
6 Skin-Protecting Tips for the Aging Senior
Taking good care of your skin is very important at any age, but it’s essential during your senior years. As one ages, skin issues may become more prevalent. Skin changes tend to occur with age, but fortunately, many issues can be prevented with proper care. If you are a senior, consider the following tips for […]
Thin Skin? An FAQ
Skin is not the same thickness all over the body. The skin on the eye lids, for example, is thinner than the skin on the palm of the hands or bottoms of the heel. The thickness of your skin will not stay the same throughout your lifetime. Thinning of the skin is a natural part […]
Protect Your Skin When You Work Outdoors
When working in the sun, you want to be sure to protect yourself from the effects of dangerous ultraviolet (UV) rays. Exposure to UV rays increases your risk of many health problems including skin cancer, the suppression of your skin’s immune system, early aging, uneven skin pigmentation, serious skin burns that can become infected, and […]
6 Common Mistakes That May Worsen Your Acne
If you are prone to acne breakouts, you need to be diligent about your skin care regimen. Everyday practice, from using cosmetics to how to wash your face, can aggravate your condition. By avoiding a few common mistakes, you may be able to prevent your acne flare-ups. Here are a few blunders that may jeopardize […]
Reasons You May Want a Doctor to Perform a Skin Allergy Test
Allergies can cause life-threatening reactions, so it’s important to know just what is causing a potential allergic reaction, such as a rash, difficulty breathing, sneezing, a runny nose, or eyes that are itchy or watery. The two main options for determining what a person is allergic to are skin tests and blood tests. Skin tests […]
3 Causes and Treatments for Itchy Skin
When your skin feels itchy, often there is an apparent reason. Many times, the skin temporarily itches due to heat rash or an allergic reaction to an insect bite. In some cases, a medical cause may be the reason the skin is itchy. Below are three common causes of itchy skin, along with some smart […]
Aging and Your Skin
Fine lines and crow’s feet aren’t the only issues that your skin faces as you age. Along with gradual creases and wrinkles, the aging adult may experience excessively dry skin, age spots, and a greater likelihood of developing some skin cancers. Luckily, routine dermatological care can help most seniors to combat these conditions. If you […]
Melasma: Information and Treatment Options
Melasma is a skin condition that causes hyperpigmentation of the skin cells. It usually appears on the face, neck, chest, and hands and is sometimes referred to as the pregnancy mask, although it doesn’t only occur during pregnancy. Melasma can affect men and women, but it is more commonly seen in women. Melasma is caused […]
Skin Tags
Skin tags are benign skin growths on the surface of the body, often very small in size and usually flesh-colored in appearance. Skin tags usually do not cause any pain but can become irritated by clothing rubbing on them or if they are pulled on. You have skin tags, and you want to know why. […]