Skin health
1) Controlling Psoriasis Flare-ups
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Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune disease that affects the skin. It can appear as a reddish, scaly rash that's?most commonly found on the scalp and?around the ears, elbows, knees, naval, genitals, and buttocks. The scaly patches are also known as psoriatic plaques and are areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Discuss the points below with your dermatologist to fin... Read More
2) Do Wrinkle Creams Really Work?
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Eternal youth is more than just a dream - it's also a multi-billion-dollar industry. Creams that promise to get rid of wrinkles are front-and-center in the anti-aging market, and scores of people - mostly women - gladly hand over their cash to try these products. While many of these creams are beneficial as moisturizers, the debate rages over how well these products actually get rid of wrinkles... Read More
3) First Aid for Bee Stings
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Getting stung by a bee can be a painful and scary experience especially for a child. Most adults have been stung a few times in their lives if they have spent any significant time outdoors. Most bee stings aren't life threatening in any way, unless you are one of the few people who are actually allergic to the bee's venom. Carrying an Epipen is probably a fact of life for those people who are a... Read More
4) How to Relieve Shingles Rashes
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Shingles is a condition caused by the herpes zoster virus?that takes the form of a rash with blisters. This virus remains in your body after you've had chickenpox. One in five people have a chance of dealing with shingles when?the virus "reactivates" within the body. Here are some common treatments to relieve shingles pain and irritation. If over-the-counter treatments do not work, please conta... Read More
5) How to Tan Safely
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Two things are guaranteed to happen as the days grow longer and temperatures rise. First, people start spending more time outside, whether they're exercising, on vacation or enjoying an evening barbecue. Second - and this applies to both men and women - our clothing shrinks considerably. Shoes are replaced with sandals, and long-sleeved shirts are replaced with tank tops (or bare skin). Pants a... Read More
6) Ins and Outs of Microdermabrasion
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Microdermabrasion is the process of removing the outermost layer of dead skin from the face, hands and other parts of the body. Available in spas, salons, skin care centers and through do-it-yourself kits, the process leaves the skin feeling rejuvenated and alive. Microdermabrasion is popular in the anti-aging industry because it's non-invasive and completely save. Here are the ins and outs of ... Read More
7) Is it Poison Ivy?
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Poison ivy isn't going to seriously hurt you, but a brush with this oil vine can leave your skin itchy and inflamed for days. If you like spending time outdoors - whether you prefer hiking, fishing, biking or camping -- then you might want to educate yourself on the appearance of poison ivy. There's an old expression about poison ivy leaves that goes, ""leaves of three, let it be!"" While that'... Read More
8) Rosacea Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
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The red skin, the irritation, the bumps, the itchiness - those who have rosacea are all too familiar with these regular symptoms. As a result, you're likely to feel insecure about your skin as well as agitated by the discomfort caused by this medical condition. By understanding more about rosacea, such as what causes it, what risk factors influence it, symptoms and complications, and treatments... Read More
9) Skin Rash Treatments & Prevention
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A skin rash is defined as skin inflammation and discoloration. A rash?can be caused by various things, but most commonly the it can be attributed to one of four common causes:?poison ivy, hives, eczema, and heat rash.?To determine?the cause and best course of treatment, it?s a good idea?to make an appointment with a dermatologist for the best medical advice regarding the rash. During this appoi... Read More
10) Top 5 Acne Treatments
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Millions of people around the world suffer from acne during adolescence and sometimes even later in life. Inexpensive, over-the-counter treatments, such as?acne washes and salicylic acid, work?for some people, but for others, stronger medication is required. Here are five of the best treatments for?your acne, but be sure to consult your dermatologist before trying anything new. ?Epidu... Read More
