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Malar (Butterfly) Rash: Is It Lupus or Rosacea?
Key takeaways Both lupus and rosacea can produce a butterfly-shaped rash across the face. Rosacea usually affects only the face, whereas lupus can involve multiple organs and cause additional signs such as fatigue and aching joints. Determining the cause of a malar rash requires assessing the rash’s traits, reviewing other symptoms, and sometimes ordering tests […]
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How to Tell the Difference Between Eczema and Rosacea
Rosacea and eczema are both frequent skin disorders that can present with overlapping signs like itching, bumps, and changes in skin color. Still, there are important distinctions that can help you differentiate between the two. Eczema describes a collection of long-standing skin problems marked by dry, itchy, inflamed patches that can occur anywhere on the […]
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Should You Shave Your Face If You’re a Woman? Pros and Cons
Shaving the face can help clear and brighten skin, making makeup application easier. However, it can also cause harm and increase the risk of ingrown hairs. A clinician can evaluate and treat excessive facial hair when needed. There’s a longstanding rumor that some iconic beauties — including Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor — removed facial […]
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Using Coconut Oil to Treat Rosacea
Rosacea is a long-term skin disorder with no clearly identified cause. Most signs of rosacea appear on the face. Common manifestations include visible, widened blood vessels and small pustules and pimples on the cheeks, nose, and forehead. (img by Skin Type Solutions) Coconut oil is obtained from the white flesh of mature coconuts. It’s loaded […]
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Benefits of Shaving with Coconut Oil and How to Use
Step aside, traditional shave foams. There’s another contender: coconut oil. This deeply hydrating oil can serve as a natural way to calm skin and provide a slick surface for shaving. Keep reading to learn why coconut oil functions well as a shaving oil and how (and where) you can use it. (img by Wildly Organic) […]
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What Is Hair Density and Why It Matters
Hair density describes the number of hair strands that grow per square inch of your scalp. Knowing your density can help you choose the most suitable styling techniques and products. Hair can be classified in many ways — by length, color, texture, thickness, or density. To assess your hair density you don’t need a microscope […]
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What Causes Hair Loss on the Legs and What Can You Do About It?
Hair thinning on the legs can stem from many causes, including aging, heredity, or medical issues like peripheral artery disease or thyroid imbalances. A medical professional can identify the reason for leg hair loss by reviewing your history, performing bloodwork, and conducting a physical exam, and may send you to a dermatologist for specialized care. […]
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How Long Does Weed Stay in Your System?
Tests for cannabis — commonly called marijuana, weed, or pot — look for THC and its breakdown products. THC may be found in blood or saliva within 2–24 hours after use. Urine and hair screenings typically reveal use over a longer span, ranging from 1–90 days after the last exposure. A primary active ingredient in […]
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How to Reduce and Prevent Hair Follicle Miniaturization
Key takeaways Hair follicle miniaturization causes hair thinning and balding by shrinking follicles, which makes it harder for hair to grow normally. Medications and surgical options can address follicle miniaturization; beginning treatment early gives the best chance to preserve existing hair. Hair follicle miniaturization is the medical phrase for hair thinning or progressive balding. (img […]
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Everything You Should Know About a Hair Strand Drug Test
A hair strand drug test examines clipped hair to check for illegal drug use and misuse of prescribed medicines. Although often called a “hair follicle test,” the analysis inspects only cut hair strands, not the follicles beneath the scalp. During this procedure, a small bundle of hair is cut from your head with scissors. The […]