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Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Can You Find Relief From These Painful Skin Bumps?

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If multiple painful bumps show up in your armpits, you could have hidradenitis suppurativa. Hidradenitis suppurativa, or acne inversa, is a condition where small bumps develop deep within your skin. The condition can reoccur or get worse without dermatology treatment. Here are facts about hidradenitis suppurativa and how you can treat the painful skin condition.  What's Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Hidradenitis suppurativa is recurrent skin condition that forms in areas of the body that use sweat and oil glands to protect your skin, such as your groin and armpits.

5 April 2018

The Benefits Of Microneedling, Botox Injections, And Minimally Invasive Procedures

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The fountain of youth eludes you; but then again, it eludes just about everyone else. That is, everyone other than those who are in the know when it comes to cosmetic dermatology. Procedures such as microneedling and Botox injections provide aesthetic benefits, helping patients to look and feel younger. With a seemingly endless array of cosmetic treatments and procedures available, why should you choose a minimally invasive option (such as microblading or Botox) over something more permanent?

4 April 2018

Confused About Vitiligo And Eczema? A Dermatological Physician May Help

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Dermatological physicians have to manage a broad variety of issues with the skin, including the commonly confused vitiligo and eczema. If you are suffering from a skin problem and think it is either one of these issues, a physician can help you understand the following differences and avoid treatment errors. Eczema Is A Painful Skin Issue While eczema may cause skin discoloration like vitiligo, it is a much different problem. In act, it is caused by one or more of 11 different issues.

21 March 2018

Useful Information About Acne & The Scars

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Acne is the type of condition that is normal for people to experience at some point in life, especially during the teenage years. Many people are able to treat the condition at home and get rid of it after some time has passed by, but it isn't always an easy task. Sometimes it is necessary to consult with a dermatologist to get rid of acne scars, as he or she can use various techniques to achieve satisfactory results.

6 March 2018

Say 'snow More' To Cold Weather Affecting Your Skin

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Undoubtedly, cold weather can significantly affect your skin. If you suffer through the same issues year after year, there is no better time to change your habits like the present. Give yourself the gift of hydrated skin this year. 1. Moisturize with a Water Base You might consider replacing your current moisturizer with one that offers a water base. These types of moisturizers often work great for dry skin because they are lightweight and give your skin a more supple appearance.

27 February 2018

The Difficulty Of Dealing With Skin Allergies

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When you are coping with skin allergies, you might not even completely understand what is going on. Allergies erupt in a variety of different ways, especially when the trigger touches your skin. The unfortunate truth is that there are so many causes of allergic reactions that it can be difficult to determine if you have an allergy or if treatment is even available. Understanding skin allergies is essential to figuring out how to treat the condition effectively.

24 February 2018

Dry Brushing Benefits And How To Dry Brush Your Skin

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Dry brushing is a technique that involves using a natural bristle brush to brush the skin while dry towards the heart. This is a technique that has been used for a number of years and has a great number of benefits. See below for dry brushing benefits and tips to dry brush your skin. Dry Brushing Benefits There are many benefits of dry brushing, although to get the full benefits, you should dry brush a few times per week.

11 February 2018

Can'T Stand Sunscreen? How To Protect Yourself From UV Rays 3 Other Ways

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Sunscreen is an effective tool to protect your skin from the risk of sunburn and skin damage, but it's not tolerable for everyone. Whether you have sensitive skin, you're allergic to sunscreen, or you just don't like the way it feels, the good news is that there's still alternative ways to protect your skin. Whether you're recovering from skin cancer or just trying to prevent it, here are three ways to protect your skin from UV rays without sunscreen.

6 February 2018