Summertime means fun in the sun, and it also means an increased potential for sunburn. If your skin is left unprotected in the sun, it might take only a few minutes to burn. You should always take the proper precautions before any outdoor activity in order to protect your skin...
Experiencing skin issues? You are not alone. Most people will experience a skin problem with at some point in their lives. For example, around 7.4 million people in the United States are affected by psoriasis. So how do you know if your rash is psoriasis or just normal dryness or...
According to a 2017 study, approximately 85 million Americans suffer from one or more skin conditions. Some of these conditions are not serious, but others need immediate treatment. Skin disorders have different symptoms and vary in severity. Always keep an eye out for skin diseases, and in case of anything,...
We have all heard how important it is to wear sunscreen for skin protection, but do you know the specific reasons why? Our skin works to protect us from harmful ultraviolet radiation, which is why we should use sunscreen to protect us from damaging UV rays. Even on cloudy days,...
Proper skin protection is essential, and not just to keep your skin young in appearance. While it is true that too much sun exposure can increase your chances of premature wrinkles, skin protection is necessary for protecting your health and reducing your risk of skin cancer. Here are a few...
Many people have been experiencing acne flare-ups during the COVID-19 pandemic because of stress, lapses in skin care, and more. While it’s true that your millions of skin cells shed and replace themselves regularly, it is important to keep your skin clean and moisturized to reduce skin irritation and inflammation....
Facial redness can be frustrating and even embarrassing at times. While flushed skin isn’t always something to be worried about, chronic facial redness can have multiple causes such as rosacea and dermatitis. It’s important to consult with a board-certified dermatologist to determine if you have one of these skin disorders...
Rosacea is a skin condition many people have heard of, but many may not recognize the condition. Considering that rosacea affects around 16 million Americans, it is one of the most common skin issues. Rosacea can be very uncomfortable and embarrassing for those who are affected. To help you determine...
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects approximately 7.4 million people in the United States. It is characterized by a buildup of skin cells with scale on the skin’s surface and bright red inflammatory plaques. Psoriasis patches typically appear silvery-white with scales on patients with both dark and...
Acne and other skin conditions are more common than you think. In fact, according to the National Institutes of Health, about 80% of people between the ages of 11 and 30 experience acne breakouts. The good news is that as these skin conditions are so common, there’s usually a solution...
Looking young and beautiful is a priority for many of us. Not surprisingly, people of all ages may be worried about the development of wrinkles. In fact, 28% of women under the age of 25, and 54% of women between the ages of 35 and 44, say they regularly worry...
Wearing a mask is essential to keeping yourself and others safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Masks help to trap particles released from your mouth and nose to reduce the risk of spreading the virus to others. However, as many people have come to realize, wearing a mask regularly may have...