If you have a dry skin type, you are more prone to suffering from flaky, itchy skin on your face. The good news is you can take measures to moisturize your dehydrated skin, giving you more supple skin that's less prone to irritation and flakiness....
Find out what skin-type you have so you can select the proper treatment for your type. According to "Organic Body Care Recipes," most people have skin that is either balanced or normal, oily, dry or combination. Each type requires a specific type...
Acne affects all skin types, which can be frustrating when you're already battling other skin conditions. Not all skin is created equally, which is why you should follow a skin care regime that is specifically geared toward the type of skin that...
Skin is grouped into six different types based on the degree of pigmentation. Type One skin is the lightest and Type Six the darkest. Skin cancer is a risk no matter your skin type, so it's important to always use sunscreen if you're spending time...
The skin is the biggest organ of the human body. It is important to take care of it, especially because it is usually the first thing someone sees. There are five basic skin types. The skin should be cleansed daily, especially the face, to...
Normally, the skin protects itself by preventing water from penetrating into the body. A layer of oil on the skin usually plays a role in this protection. In some cases, your skin may be dry from either an internal lack of water or an inability to...
Some people seem to get stretch marks at the slightest sign of weight gain, while others have resilient skin that resists all stretching. Factors beyond your control -- such as genetics, age and pregnancy -- may make your skin more likely to...
Skin tone type refers to the color of your skin, as determined by the amount of melanin it contains. Melanin is a pigment that in greater supply produces a darker skin tone type and produces a light or fair skin tone type when not much is present...
Skin rashes can appear anywhere on the body and have a multitude of causes. They may appear widespread or localized to certain areas of the skin. Symptoms include inflammation, scaly patches or bumps that change the appearance of the skin. Types...
Rashes develop due to allergies, hereditary conditions or chronic skin diseases. Generally, rashes are not serious. If they persist or worsen, however, it can indicate an underlying condition that requires attention and treatment from a medical...
According to Beauty and Makeup Tips, skin whitening creams can help to reduce the appearance of scars, sun tan or pigmentation. It can also clear the skin to make it lighter in shade, and provide a brightening effect. It is noted when shopping for...
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common form of all cancers in the United States, with more cases than lung, prostate, colon and breast cancer combined. There are three main types of skin cancer: melanoma, squamous...
Burns to the skin are caused by heat or chemicals. Fire is the most common source of heat burns, but they can also come from contact with a hot surface, steam or hot liquids. Chemical burns may arise from household cleaning products, industrial...
A skin burn can be a devastating condition physically, emotionally and cosmetically if the burn causes extensive damage. If you cook and accidentally splash hot water on your hand, you may get burned. If you use a curling iron to style your hair,...
The largest and most accessible organ in the human body, skin is vulnerable to a variety of influences that can lead to disease. Some skin diseases are predetermined by an individual's genetic inheritance. Others can be caused by exposure to a...
Your skin is one of the many factors that make you unique from those around you. One aspect of your skin that can differ from others is what is called your skin type. Skin types reflect the appearance of your skin, and also present unique...
You can get acne no matter what type of skin you have. Certain products have been designed for specific skin types, and to manage your acne you should use a product that will work with your skin. You can find these at a local drugstore, or...
Skin cancer is diagnosed in about one million people in the U.S. each year, according to the National Cancer Institute. The skin has two layers, the epidermis and the dermis. The epidermis is the topmost layer, and consists of squamous cells,...
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. There are three different kinds of skin cancer. If detected early, all of these are treatable, and two of them even have a 90 percent or higher...
Skin blemishes and acne can take on many forms. Acne and skin blemishes are caused by blocked hair follicles, usually due to dead skin cells on the epidermis. The oil glands in the skin try to release oil and toxins through the pores and if the...
According to the Mayo Clinic, there are multiple types of skin burns including minor burns and serious burns. The classifications of minor burns include first-degree or second-degree burns. When these minor burns cover an area of the skin that is...
Skin creams vary in thickness, but are traditionally thicker than lotions, which have a higher concentration of water. Many people use the terms "cream" and "lotion" interchangeably. Depending on the type of skin cream you use, you can soften,...
Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, can affect anyone. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, melanoma is 100 percent curable if detected in its early stages. But it become more difficult to treat as it progresses. Four main types of...
Many parasites can infect our intestinal tracts and cause all kinds of gastric upset. However, some parasites choose to live in or on your skin while dining on your blood. Some of these creepy-crawlies can be brought into your home by pets, while...
Skin breakouts cause physical and emotional discomfort. They can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance, especially when breakouts occur on the face. Their concomitant itchy and painful sensations may become so intense that it is...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 24 million Americans had diabetes mellitus in 2008, almost 8 percent of the entire population. Another 57 million people were at a high risk of becoming diabetic. Diabetes types 1 and 2...
The three most common types of skin cancer stem from basal cells, squamous cells and melanocytes, all of which are located in the outermost layer of the skin, the epidermis. According to 2009 data released from the American Cancer Society, there...
The largest organ in the body is the skin, which is the first line of defense against infection, temperature extremes or contamination with dirt or chemicals. Merck Manuals, an online medical library, reports that severe skin burns cause between...
Skin cancer, the most common type of cancer, results from the abnormal and uncontrollable growth of skin cells. Skin cancers can affect many parts of the body, such as the trunk, legs, arms and face and most often affect areas exposed to the sun....
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