Category: Skin Conditions

Life with rosacea can be annoying, am I right? You never know when a flare-up will turn your skin into a battleground, and you have things to do. There are [...]

A skin tag is a small, soft-hanging piece of skin that many people often find on their bodies. Typically, they’re harmless and skin-colored with a range of sizes from the [...]

Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition affecting about 8 million people in the U.S., is characterized by scaly patches of skin (plaques) that can itch or burn. These plaques are usually [...]

The wisecracking Depression-era actor W.C. Fields was known for his unique look and comical catchphrases, like “Never give a sucker an even break.” The actor adopted a costume of a [...]

You’ve most likely heard the deep-rooted legend that handling a frog or toad can give you warts. If that sounds ridiculous to you – you are correct. No amount of [...]

Even with vaccines making their way to the general public, people are still wearing masks and intend to continue wearing them for the immediate future. Even as restrictions on businesses [...]

“Molluscum contagiosum” is not a dreaded spell from a Harry Potter story, although it sounds like one. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is a [...]

A skin tag is a small piece of soft, hanging skin that may have a peduncle or stalk. A skin tag can appear anywhere on the body, but especially on [...]

Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a common type of eczema that affects more than 9.6 million children and about 16.5 million adults in the United States. It’s a chronic condition that [...]

Over-the-Counter Treatments for Acne By Melissa Sanoff-Wiener, RPA-C Even before humans could write, they were trying to get rid of their acne, and ancient Egyptians’ first notes on papyrus referenced [...]

Managing the Skin-Whitening Condition Vitiligo By Dr. Hirshel Kahn Winnie Harlow’s striking appearance regularly turns heads. The fan-fave from America’s Next Top Model – face of the Spanish fashion brand [...]

Scar Wars: Winning the Battle Against Keloids By Dr. Joshua Fox Time may heal the wound, but – for some of us – the scar that is left behind will [...]

Getting the Red Out: Addressing the Appearance of Broken Blood Vessels By Dr. Lance Barazani Over time, what may have started out as an “itsy bitsy” spider vein can become [...]

Tips for helping your child deal with psoriasis Most toddlers and kids deal with skin irritations such as diaper rash and eczema, however children can also have various forms of [...]

The dreaded C word: cancer. Many of us have been touched by this condition, whether personally or through someone we’ve known. What most people aren’t aware of, however, is that [...]

Many of us are born with a mole, a small dark patch, or other birthmark. These small imperfections or “beauty marks” can make us unique. However, a large distinctive birthmark [...]

Can an underlying skin condition affect hair growth? Unfortunately for many, the answer is yes. Fortunately, however, with proper awareness and treatment options, hair loss can be slowed down or [...]

The long, hot, days of summer are finally coming to an end. School is back in session, the leaves are changing colors, mosquitoes are biting less and jackets and boots [...]

Skin tags can pop up anywhere, at any time, unexpectedly. Though they are technically harmless, these unsightly growths can make a person feel self-conscious and can attract unwanted attention. Our [...]

Are varicose veins and spider veins the same? Can I prevent spider veins? Here are some essential facts you should know. 1. Varicose veins and spider veins are related, but [...]

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