Dermatology 101
Dermatology 101 offers essential information on skin health, common conditions, treatments, and skincare routines, helping individuals understand and care for their skin effectively.
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How to Find Your Undertone Quiz: Decode Your Skin’s Hidden Hue
Struggling to find foundation that doesn’t look like someone else’s skin? Let’s get real: It’s not about your skin tone—it’s your skin’s undertone. While your shade might shift between NoFilter and a beach tan, undertones are your skin’s permanent mood. They’re the reason your pal pulls off “red lipstick for olive skin,” but yours looks […]
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Scabs and Sores on Scalp: Pictures, Causes, Treatment
Your scalp’s playing Clueo. Is it dandruff? An allergic reaction to your latest hair color? Or is something more persistent, like ringworm, quietly throwing a house party on your head? Oh, and real talk—you’ve probably already tripped and scratched an itch or six, making things worse. Most scabs and sores won’t bite. But some? They’ll […]
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Rosacea Laser Treatment Bruising: The Truth, Care Tips, and Your Options
At first, I thought the purple-ish marks on my cheeks after laser treatment were a personal failure… like maybe I’d accidentally bruised myself. Turns out, it’s super common—and totally normal. Rosacea laser treatment bruising isn’t a sign your derm messed up; it’s just your body’s way of saying, “Hey, I’m healing!” If you’re reading this, […]
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Can Laser Hair Removal Fix Ingrown Hairs? Here’s the Honest Lowdown
Look, I get it. Ingrown hairs are the absolute worst. They’re itchy, they’re sore, and let’s be real—they’re probably the least fun thing you’d rather not deal with ever again. But here’s the kicker: you were sold on laser hair removal as the “cure,” and now you’re wondering why you’re getting more ingrowns after your […]
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Skin Swabs May Detect Parkinson’s Disease Early
You’ve heard those three words before: Parkinson’s disease. But what if you could catch those whispers far earlier than doctors currently can? A recent study suggests that skin swabs—something as simple as swiping a cloth on your neck—might detect the disease up to seven years earlier than current methods. Yeah, I said seven years. Based […]
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Intelligent Wound Dressings Stop Inflammation in Its Tracks
Let’s cut to the chase: chronic wounds aren’t just annoying. They’re expensive, dangerous, and messy. Imagine dealing with a foot ulcer for six months straight while your body refuses to hit the “heal” button. What if—instead of guessing what’s going on inside that injury—your dressing could talk back? That’s where smart wound dressings come in. […]
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Gene Therapy Skin Grafts: Healing Chronic Wounds, One Cell at a Time
Let me tell you something that might sound like science fiction—but isn’t. Imagine a world where your own skin becomes the hero in healing your most stubborn wounds. No steroids, no endless bandage changes, no sleeping with masks to prevent sheets from tearing rotten skin. Just… your body fixing itself. That’s what the latest Stanford […]
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Life-Changing Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Surgery Now
Hey! Did you ever catch yourself scratching the back of your neck and getting mad at those irritating, itchy pimples that appeared there on their own? Maybe they have been quite a long-time co-residents of yours and you’ve given them names or they’re just a quiet, calm affliction you have somehow learned to live. In […]
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Clear Your Skin Naturally with Salt Water Magic
Hey there, friend! Ever returned from a day at the beach with that glowing skin and thought to yourself, why? Perhaps you have wondered, “Is salt water good for skin, acne in particular?” I’ve felt the same — staring at my reflection in the mirror and wishing the ocean’s magic would zap those pesky pimples away. So, let’s […]
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Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus: What to Expect and Cost
Have you ever glanced down at your nails and noticed something weird—like a yellow, thick patch that just received’t budge? It’s no longer exactly the type of thing you need to show off, right? That’s exactly what came about to my friend Leilani. For years, she battled cussed nail fungus, attempting every cream and pill […]