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What is Vitiligo
Vitiligo (vit-uh-lie-go) causes the skin to lose color. Patches of lighter skin appear. Some people develop a few patches. Others lose much more skin color. Vitiligo usually affects the skin, but it can develop anywhere we have pigment. Patches of hair can turn white. Some people lose color inside their mouths. Even an eye can […]
What is Psoriasis?
Psoriasis. Most people living with psoriasis have the type of psoriasis shown here. This is plaque (plak) psoriasis. Psoriasis (sore-EYE-ah-sis) is a chronic (long-lasting) disease. It develops when a person’s immune system sends faulty signals that tell skin cells to grow too quickly. New skin cells form in days rather than weeks. The body does not […]
Face washing 101 – AAD.org
How you wash your face can make a difference in your appearance. Follow these tips from dermatologists to help you keep your face looking healthy. Use a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser that does not contain alcohol. Wet your face with lukewarm water and use your fingertips to apply cleanser. Using a […]
4 Skin Screw-Ups To Avoid – Refinery29.com
We like to think of our complexions as an angsty teen: moody, temperamental, needy, unsure of what we want, and even less sure of what we actually need. Our skin just can’t seem to make up its mind — it’s dry, it’s oily, there’s a wrinkle, there’s a breakout. Battling all of these issues usually […]
What Foods to Avoid If You Have Eczema | LIVESTRONG.COM
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes rashes, dry patches and/or flaky areas on your skin. Eczema may affect you at anytime, though symptoms are most prevalent in infants and children, according to MayoClinic.com. Eczema may coexist with other conditions, such as allergies, asthma or hay fever. In addition to […]
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