How to Remove Skin Tags (And Why You Shouldn’t Do It Yourself)
Skin tags are those soft, fleshy growths that protrude from the skin and sometimes hang off it. They’re harmless, but sometimes annoying as they may rub against clothing or get snagged by jewelry. And, let’s face it, if you have a skin tag that’s sitting in plain view, you may get tired of looking at it. In that case, head for the dermatologist, not the drugstore. (And above all, don’t reach…
What Is a Teledermatology Visit and What Can I Expect?
You know what a dermatologist is — a doctor who treats skin conditions. (Dermatologists also treat hair and nail conditions.) And perhaps you’ve heard of telehealth, aka telemedicine. They let health practitioners assess, diagnose and treat patients from afar through telecommunications technology, such as video conferencing apps or secure telehealth websites. You can probably figure out, then,…
Rosacea Self-Care Tips to Help Keep Redness Away
Medical review by Daniel Gutierrez, PA-C
Even with treatment, rosacea often comes and goes like thunderstorms in summer. You can’t control the weather, but you can reduce your rosacea flares by making tweaks to your daily routines. Rosacea self-care measures can also help your rosacea treatment work better.
Here are the tips dermatologists recommend for practicing rosacea self-care while…
What Is Monkeypox and How Do You Get It?
Medical review by Ted Schiff, MD
Even as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, experts are tracking a new viral outbreak: monkeypox. The two viruses have little in common. One important difference: Monkeypox is not new, and according to the Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC), an existing smallpox vaccine may be at least 85% effective against it.
The illness, which until now has been rare…
How to Embrace Skinimalism, the ‘Less Is More’ Beauty Trend
Medical Review By: Heather Brew, PA-C
Sometimes less is more. Maybe we don’t need to hide our skin under makeup or follow a complicated skin care regimen involving a dozen different products. That’s the thinking behind skinimalism, a minimalist approach to skin care and makeup.
What exactly is skinimalism?
“I think it's about going back to the basics when caring for your skin,…
5 Common African American Skin Conditions
Medical review by Rachelle Lacey, MD
Everyone’s skin is different — dry versus oily, thick versus thin, light versus dark. African American skin is different from Caucasian skin in that the top layer contains more pigment, called melanin. But the differences don’t end there. Certain gene mutations more common in African American people mean that certain skin conditions are more common, too.……
Can Adults Get Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
If you’re a parent, especially the parent of a child who’s ever been in daycare, you may be familiar with hand, foot and mouth disease, which causes fever, mouth sores and a rash. It most often affects children under the age of 5, but older kids — and yes, adults — can get it too.
What is hand, foot and mouth disease?
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a highly contagious illness caused by…
How to Treat Peeling Skin After a Sunburn
If a day at the beach, in the pool, on the boat or in the yard has turned you into a lobster, you can be pretty sure of what comes next, in a few days or a week after the initial sunburn: peeling skin. And with it, perhaps, a strong temptation to pull off the unsightly dead skin.
"The topmost layer of skin peels after a sunburn as part of the healing process," said Micaela Wolfe, a…
6 Skin Symptoms to Never Ignore, Even During COVID-19
Most doctor's offices are still open — and in fact never closed — during the coronavirus pandemic. But some people have been avoiding seeing the doctor for fear of catching COVID-19. If you have a health condition that needs medical attention, however, that strategy can backfire. Left untreated, some conditions, including certain skin conditions, can pose serious threats.See a dermatologist or…
How to Get Rid of Acne Scars
Acne is double trouble: First there's the ugly blemishes. Then, in many cases, there are the scars that result. If you’re wondering whether it’s possible to get rid of acne scars, or at least make them less noticeable, the answer is yes.
The best acne scar treatment depends on your skin tone and the type of acne scars you have. Some acne scars are elevated, but most are depressed (indented).…