Dermatology

There are many benefits to making your own skin care products. It allows you to avoid allergens, spend less money on your skin, and tailor products to your specific needs. Does that moisturizer make your oily skin worse? No problem. You can adjust the recipe until it leaves your skin feeling perfect. An increasing number of ... Read more

Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disease of the small intestine. It is caused by the inability of the digestive tract to assimilate gluten, a type of protein found in such food grains as wheat, barley, and rye. Symptoms include gastrointestinal upset in the form of abdominal pain and diarrhea, in addition to fatigue and ... Read more

Business is booming in the beauty industry, with 2018 market analysis firm Grand View Research predicting that the US skincare products market could reach almost $20 billion by 2024. The growing popularity of custom skin care — notably serums and creams — is helping to fuel this trend. Still in its infancy, custom skin care ... Read more

Have you ever woken up on the day of an important event to find that your face has broken out in acne? Of course you have. It’s Murphy’s Law in action and unfortunately, all too many of us have experienced it. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to combat and even prevent sudden breakouts. ... Read more

Are you looking for an inexpensive, easy-to-follow skincare routine? Does the plethora of choices online or at your local drugstore leave you feeling overwhelmed or uninspired? A healthy skin care routine doesn’t need to be complex or cost an arm and a leg. A basic routine only requires three essential products: a skin cleanser, moisturizer, ... Read more

When it comes to facial care, supporting and nourishing the skin’s natural chemical balance is key to staving off the signs of aging. Mandelic acid, a natural chemical peeling agent, is used to accelerate cell turnover. This helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, dark patches, acne blemishes, and other common skin concerns. Here’s what you ... Read more

There are many compelling reasons to go vegan, and not just in terms of what you eat. Vegan skin care products, by definition, contain no animal ingredients and have not been tested on animals. The benefits of using such products are many. Apart from containing gentler ingredients with proven health benefits, they provide a sustainable, ... Read more

As the name indicates, dark neck is characterized by a darkening and thickening of the skin folds. These dark patches are usually found around the neck area and armpits, though other areas of the body can be affected as well. Also known as black neck, this disorder can be caused by various skin conditions, ranging ... Read more

Not that long ago, moisturizers and anti-aging creams were strictly for women. But times have changed, and while they generally won’t admit it, an increasing number of men are now slathering skin care products on their faces, too. Not all wrinkle-erasing treatments are created equal, though. Read on to find out which anti-aging products you should be ... Read more

Nose hairs act as protective fibers that remove debris from your airways and provide protection to your lungs. While they have many benefits, these hairs can be aesthetically unappealing if they’re excessively long and protruding. There are many nose hair removal options for both men and women, but some are safer and more comfortable than ... Read more