Water and Wrinkles: A strange body reaction?
Do you ever go for a swim and come out with wrinkles all over your hands and feet? Or maybe after a long comforting bath notice the...
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Elvis Leighton
- 2 days ago
- 2 min
Understanding Shingles: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox (Centers...
nursefreed2
- Aug 9
- 4 min
Leaves of 3, let them be: Prevention and treatment of poison ivy (and poison oak & sumac)
Nothing ruins the fun of the outdoors quicker than being exposed to poison ivy. If you are lucky enough not to have a poison ivy allergy...
Kristy Knife Chief
- Aug 5
- 3 min
SUMMER SKINCARE TIPS FOR ROSACEA
INTRODUCTION Summer is here. That means if you have rosacea, it is a good idea to make some changes to your skincare routine. As the...
Matteo Catilo
- Jul 26
- 6 min
Is Stress Making Your Acne Worse?
You're having a stressful week. A work deadline is fast approaching, your sleep is suffering, and an argument with a loved one is on your...
mssheenachen
- Jul 5
- 3 min
Protecting Your Summer Skin
The time around the summer solstice is when the sun is out the longest during the day. The summer season is typically associated with...
natalika776
- Jul 4
- 2 min
Neosporin: Debating Its Effectiveness and Risks
source: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Neosporin-Pain-Relief-Dual-Action-Topical-Antibiotic-Ointment-1-oz/893383 Neosporin is a household...
Shumala Jayakrishna
- Jul 3
- 4 min
Scratching the Surface: the Science of Itching
Itching, known medically as pruritus, is a universal experience that can be as simple as a mosquito bite or as complex as a chronic...
Lingomedical
- Jun 26
- 4 min
Hairy women and hirsutism
What is hirsutism? Hirsutism is a symptom and a sign of a health condition, likely benign, it is a clinical diagnosis, and not a disease...
Annika Singh
- Jun 9
- 3 min
Does Wearing Sunscreen Daily Really Make a Difference?
Sunscreen is a commonly used protectant against the sun. Exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to cause skin cancer, which is...
npwordsmithing
- Jun 2
- 3 min
Acne in Pregnancy
By: Seethal Sara Thomas, FNP-BC Pregnancy is a time of changes for women and there are a variety of skin changes that may occur. A...
Isis_Lee
- May 10
- 4 min
Vitiligo: Breaking Down the Skin's Mosaic Disease
The first time one looks at vitiligo, it's often a moment of curiosity. Conditions like vitiligo stand out. Vitiligo, has long been...
Poornima Venkatesh
- May 7
- 4 min
Unlocking the Gut-Skin Connection: New Insights and Therapeutic Avenues for Psoriasis
What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a long-lasting skin condition, where your body's defense system goes into overdrive, making your skin...
Katja Manrodt, BAN, RN
- May 6
- 4 min
The Basics of Dermatographia: Personal Story Becomes Journey to Learning
Taken from: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1050294-overview?form=fpf When I was newly pregnant with my first child, the areas of...
Cheary Shelim
- Apr 19
- 4 min
Atopic Dermatitis: The Itchy Flare, Why Should You Care?
When my baby was two months old, he started to have tiny bumps and dry patches on his cheeks. As first-time parents, we didn’t know what...
Ashley Biju
- Apr 13
- 4 min
The Role and Safety of Sunscreen in Your Skincare Routine
Introduction Sunscreen is a common sight at the beach but what exactly does it do for us? Is it entirely safe, and how frequently should...
Annika Singh
- Apr 8
- 2 min
Effects of Nail Polish on Overall Health
Nail polish is a very common cosmetic beauty product used to create semipermanent, attractively-colored nails. Historically, there have...
Bridget Ibitoye
- Apr 4
- 4 min
Skin Deep: Exploring the Anatomy and Functions of the Body's Largest Organ
The skin, our body's largest organ, is often overlooked despite its vital role in protecting us from external threats and maintaining...
Ashley Biju
- Mar 30
- 3 min
Understanding Vitiligo: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
What is Vitiligo? Vitiligo is a disease that causes discoloration in skin. We can see through patches of skin to go white, and usually...
Avalon Chen
- Mar 26
- 3 min
Eating for your skin
Nutrition and what we eat is one of the most important factors that support skin health. A diet rich in healthy fats and beneficial...
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