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Supplement secrets unveiled: debunking common myths about beauty boosters

Board-certified dermatologist discusses what to consider before taking three common supplements ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 17, 2024) — Nutritional supplements offer a convenient way to easily increase your daily intake of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients without making significant lifestyle changes. Despite their growing popularity for achieving thicker hair and better

Acne scars: Treatment

Dermatologists offer many treatments for acne scars, including acne scar surgery and microneedling.

Microneedling can fade scars, uneven skin tone, and more

By using tiny needles to puncture the skin, this treatment can fade scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, and more.

Self-care: 10 ways to relieve discomfort from scleroderma

Learn about 10 ways to relieve discomfort from scleroderma.

Acne scars: Causes

Acne scars are more likely to form if a close blood relative had them or one of the following happened.

Scleroderma: Overview

Read general information about scleroderma.

Scars: Who gets and causes

Learn about who gets scars and what dermatologists understand about the causes.

Scleroderma: Who gets and causes

Learn about who gets scleroderma and what dermatologists know about the causes.

Acne scars: How to care for your skin after treatment

Proper aftercare plays an important role in helping you get the best results from treatment for acne scars.

Caring for your skin in menopause

You can do something about the changes to your skin and hair that occur in menopause. Learn about what dermatologists recommend to care for your skin in menopause.

Acne scars: Symptoms

Acne scars can be depressed or raised. Most people develop depressed scars like ice pick scars.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about fillers answered by dermatologists

Fillers are popular. To help you decide whether this treatment is right for you and to have the treatment performed safely, the AAD provides answers to frequently asked questions.

Many ways to firm sagging skin

Options to help firm sagging skin for every budget.

Should I take vitamins or supplements for my skin?

You can find the nutrients common in many skin care supplements, like Vitamin C and probiotics, in food you might already eat.

Epidermolysis bullosa: Overview

Learn general information about epidermolysis bullosa.

Scars: Overview

Read general information about scars.

Retinol or retinoid?

Retinoids and retinol can be found in most skin care aisles, but do you really understand the difference and how to use each? Learn how board-certified dermatologists can help you decide if retinoids are right for your skin.

Keloid scars: Causes

If you have keloid-prone skin, anything that causes skin to scar can cause a keloid, including piercings and surgery.

Feeling stressed? It can show in your skin, hair, and nails

Board-certified dermatologist provides the latest information on how mind body practices can help skin and hair conditions VANCOUVER, BC. (July 21, 2022) — Stress is a part of life. Whether your stressors are small or large, they can impact both your mental and physical well-being. While we can’t completely remove

Melanoma strikes men harder

By age 50, men are more likely than women to develop melanoma. Sun protection can reduce this risk.

Stretch marks: Why they appear and how to get rid of them

Like any scar, stretch marks are permanent, but treatment may make them less noticeable. Treatment can also help alleviate the itch.

Epidermolysis bullosa: Signs and symptoms

Learn more about how dermatologists identify the signs and symptoms of epidermolysis bullosa.

Do facial masks work, and should I add one to my skin care routine?

Facial masks can help you address some skin concerns if you choose one with the right ingredients and continue treating any skin diseases or conditions.

Epidermolysis bullosa: Diagnosis and treatment

The FDA has approved new medications and a gene therapy to help heal long-standing wounds.

What can make my hands look younger?

If age spots, wrinkly skin, or other signs of aging bother you, you can have more youthful-looking hands. Thanks to advances in dermatology, it’s possible to diminish these signs of aging safely and with little or no downtime.

How can weight loss drugs affect my skin, hair, and nails?

Like any treatment, weight loss drugs can cause side effects, including to your skin, hair, and nails.