Fractal laser skin treatment uses a device called a fractional laser to resurface aged or damaged skin through a process called fractional photothermolysis. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) describes this process as a...
Olay is a world-renowned skin care system that treats a spectrum of beauty issues. Olay skin treatments focus on anti-aging, blemishes, improving skin tone and daily products for routine skin care. The product lines are designed for a range of...
Dry skin, known medically as xerosis, is a skin condition that is experienced by most people at some point in their lives. Moderately dry skin results from dry or windy weather conditions, especially during winter months, and also from hormonal...
Cellulite is an unfortunate natural process in which fat accumulates beneath the skin to form an uneven surface. While it is not harmful, you may be concerned for cosmetic reasons. There are several skin options to help treat cellulite, which can...
Acne is a common disorder that can cause a number of different skin blemishes, including whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, pustules, nodules and cysts. You may use a variety of topical or skin-applied treatments to combat the effects of acne,...
You can shield your skin from damaging chemicals or the sun, but you cannot fight Mother Nature. As you age, skin loses elasticity, underlying fat disappears, and bones shrink and pull away from the skin, Skin Care Physicians website says. Add the...
Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition that can be cosmetically troublesome. The skin's pigment is primarily made up of a compound called melanin, which is produced by cells called melanocytes. Treating hyperpigmentation requires either removing...
Milia are formed when skin cells are trapped just beneath the skin’s surface. Except for the aesthetic annoyance these tiny white bumps can cause, milia do not hurt and are relatively harmless. Still, it is not fun to be the victim of milia...
Besides being uncomfortable, and sometimes unsightly, dry facial skin can cause wrinkles and even scarring over the long run. It is important to keep dry areas of the face moisturized as much as possible. The first step to treating the dry skin is...
If you have sensitive skin, chronic irritation or acute damage from sun or wind, you need a skin treatment that won't make the situation worse. Using products with alcohol or fragrance can cause extensive chapping or allergic reactions that move...
The womb offers a protective environment prior to your baby's birth. One form of protection is a creamy white coating known as vernix caseosa, according to Leiden University. The vernix caseosa helps keep your baby's skin soft and supple. As your...
Although dry skin can result from factors other than cold weather temperatures, MayoClinic.com places weather first on its list. Left untreated, weather-related dry skin can be painful and lead to serious problems that require medical intervention...
Although typically not a sign of a serious medical problem, dry skin on the face can make your skin look flaky and cause an uncomfortable itchy sensation. Never try to cover up dry skin with heavy makeup; it often worsens the look of the skin....
Age spots are flat brown or dark spots that appear on your skin due to aging or excessive sun exposure. They are also known as liver spots or solar lentigines. Age spots usually appear on areas of your skin that are frequently exposed to the sun,...
Glowing, supple, well-hydrated skin is integral to natural beauty. If your skin appears dull and flakey, and feels tight and itchy after washing, it may be excessively dry. Dry skin can be caused by many factors, including excessive sun, wind,...
If you want to erase the effects of aging, sun exposure or naturally occurring uneven skin texture and color on your face or body, you may want to discuss chemical peel skin treatment options with your dermatologist or esthetician. Although...
Although dry skin isn't generally a sign of a serious problem, it can become an uncomfortable nuisance, especially if it is severe. Most cases of dry skin can be treated at home rather than requiring invasive treatments, according to the Mayo...
Glycolic acid is a chemical exfoliator used in a number of popular commercial skin care products. Depending upon the concentration of glycolic acid, these may be products for home use or for use in a dermatologist's office. Typically, this...
Certain types of lasers can be used to resurface the skin. They use heat to remove the upper and middle layers of skin and give the skin a more youthful appearance once it heals. Laser resurfacing is frequently used to eliminate acne scars and...
Children are particularly susceptible to developing dry skin because their skin is newer and more sensitive than adult skin. Environmental concerns, such as cold and hot air as well as artificial heating and cooling, can dry the skin. In addition,...
Dry, sensitive skin may be the result of eczema or another form of atopic dermatitis or allergies, or it may occur due to cold weather conditions, low humidity, genetics or aging. Dry, sensitive skin is easily irritated and will generally worsen...
Even though melasma is not painful or damaging to your overall health, the symptomatic dark patches of skin can have a significant impact on your appearance. Melasma can be difficult to treat--especially since any exposure to the sun aggravates...
Dry skin becomes more sensitive and can crack, tear and succumb to bacterial infection, especially if an itchy rash forms. Treatment with moisturizing cosmetic products is essential, but some compounds may irritate your sensitive skin. When your...
Considered relatively effective, safe, versatile and affordable, laser treatments are a tool for cosmetic procedures. The treatment method known as laser therapy, laser skin rejuvenation or laser skin resurfacing is one of the five most-used...
As skin ages, it loses elasticity and may wrinkle, sag or become discolored. With an extensive range of anti-aging skin treatments on the market, it can be a confusing choice of options for those wishing to reverse the hands of time. But concerned...
Acne often causes social withdrawal, decreased self-esteem, embarrassment, frustration and anger, according to AcneNet, an online acne information resource provided by the American Academy of Dermatology. Luckily, finding ways to clear acne...
Philip Tierno, M.D., of the New York University Medical Center, notes in his 2004 book, "The Secret Life of Germs," that the hands carry nearly 80 percent of all infectious diseases, including the common cold, pneumonia and salmonella. Hand...
Children's skin can be just as dry as their parents'. In fact, it is more delicate than adult skin, making it more susceptible to dryness. Your child's skin may simply be dried out from too much weather and soap, or it may be a recurring condition...
Acne can be more than just a nuisance. In some people, mostly those in their teens and early 20s, it can be severe enough to cause pain, inflammation and even scarring. Fortunately, laser treatments prescribed by your dermatologist can help.
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