The Top 12 Acne Myths And Why They Aren’t True
There are many misconceptions about acne floating around the internet. You’ve heard plenty of stories about what causes acne, but how do you know if it’s true? We’re here to clear things up starting with debunking the top 12 acne myths. Only teens get acne. Acne is...
What Are The Main Differences Between Cysts, Lesions, Lipomas And Skin Tags?
What is a cyst? A skin cyst is a lump that is filled with fluid and appears just beneath the skin. They are quite common, and harmless most of the time. Be yellow or white in colour Have a dark plug that can be squeezed to release pus Vary in size but grow up to a few...
Everything You Need to Know About Milia: Types, Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Have you ever noticed a few tiny-sized bumps, either white or yellow, around your nose area, cheeks, or the skin surrounding your eyelids? Milia is the medical term for those pesky bumps, which are small cysts forming under the skin. They occur when little dead skin...
All About Birthmarks: When Should You Worry About Them?
Let's look at some of the common questions about birthmarks and debunk some myths associated with them. Birthmarks are something so common that we often don't give them a second thought. We consider them as vital identification marks, unique to every individual....
Three things you should know about skin lesions
The phrase "skin lesion" covers a wide range of color changes, lumps and bumps, patches, rashes, and other things on or under the skin. Freckles, moles, areas of itchy, dry skin, and many other marks all qualify as skin lesions. Many are normal, but a few can be...
Excessive Sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Excessive sweating is common and can affect the whole body or certain areas. Sometimes it gets better with age but there are things you can do and treatments that can help. It's normal to sweat if you get hot or do exercise. But you may be sweating excessively if...
Look for These 5 Common Signs of Vitiligo
Vitiligo affects between 0.5% to 2% of people globally. Even though it’s a rare condition, you’ve heard of it or seen it if you’re familiar with the pop music legend Michael Jackson, whose skin was notoriously discolored. But what is it exactly, and how can you be...
What causes keloid scars?
Keloids, those raised, often itchy scars that extend beyond the boundaries of the original injury, can form from a myriad of skin traumas, ranging from piercings and burns to surgical wounds and even spontaneous events. While the process of keloid formation involves...
How Can I Treat the Brown Spots That I Already Have on My Face?
Brown spots, though not inherently harmful, often prompt us to seek treatment for cosmetic reasons, driven by a desire to improve our appearance and boost self-esteem. While preventing hyperpigmentation is a less challenging and more cost-effective endeavor, treating...
Annual Skin Cancer Checkups
The Importance of Regular Skin Cancer Screenings If you prioritize routine medical checkups for your general health, teeth, or eyes, your skin deserves the same attention. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, but when detected early, it...