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How to Treat Cracked Feet for Soft, Smooth Heels

Everyone hates having dry, cracked feet and understandably so – it’s uncomfortable and sometimes unsightly. Fortunately, this is a problem you can fix! With a little intentionality, this thick skin can be a frustration of the past. What Causes Dry Cracked Feet? Enjoy going barefoot? Your feet may not. If you often find yourself shoeless, this could be the cause of your problem. In fact, a lot of people grow thick skin on the bottoms of their feet b...

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Tired of Battling Oily Skin? Here’s How to Deal With the Shine.

People with dry skin continue to look for ways to add a glow to their skin. But those with oily skin can’t keep that glow from outshining their look. If you’ve ever experienced oily skin, you know the routine: wash with a deep cleanser, use a strong toner, avoid moisturizer, apply make-up, and hope for the best! In reality, some of these steps may be making your oily skin problem worse. Is Oily Skin Bad? People with an oily face often feel plagued...

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Itchy, Flaky Scalp? It May Be More than Just Dandruff

We’ve all be there – the itchy scalp, the white flakes. It must be dandruff, right? But what if the dandruff shampoo doesn’t work? When the shampoos fail, we usually assume we have a bad case of a dry scalp. However, there may be something else going on. If you’re using a dandruff shampoo, yet the itching and flaking persists, it’s time to visit your dermatologist. Two Possible Conditions Dandruff is a widespread problem, but sometimes it t...

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Your Guide to Melasma: Causes, Treatment Options, and What to Expect

You’ve seen those dreaded brown patches on people’s faces. Maybe you’ve wondered if it’s a sign of something worse or what they did to cause it. If you’ve noticed a patchy area on your own face, you may be wary of labeling it, hoping it’ll just disappear one day. However, what you’re seeing may be a condition known as melasma. Melasma, or the darkening of skin on the face, is triggered by a combination of several factors but has no single...

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The Complete Guide to Mole Removal

Moles literally come in all shapes, sizes, and places. Some can be left alone and others should be removed, either for medical or cosmetic reasons. If a mole needs to be removed, there are several options for getting rid of a mole, ranging from laser mole removal to shaving it down. Whatever the need, a trusted dermatologist will deliver the best results. Medical Mole Removal People have moles removed for a variety of medical reasons. Some moles will t...

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Tips for Preventing and Managing Melasma

Have you ever seen a dark, patchy area on a person’s forehead or cheeks? Or maybe you’ve experienced it yourself? If so, you’re most likely looking at melasma, a relatively common skin condition. Melasma causes hyper-pigmented patches of skin. These patches usually appear on the face and seem to come from nowhere. Even though melasma isn’t painful or uncomfortable, it’s a source of cosmetic frustration. Fortunately, with intentionality a...

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These 4 Weird Skin Issues Probably Aren’t What You Think

We’re all guilty of checking WebMD for our symptoms, but that can quickly lead to trouble. Most of us botch our diagnosis, either thinking we’re doomed or dismissing the issue as less significant than it is. Other times we brush off obvious symptoms entirely. When we hear about skin cancer, we think, “It’s never going to happen to me!” And although it’s true we shouldn’t always jump to the worst conclusion, we need to be aware eno...

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How to Treat A Sunburn: 4 Tricks For Soothing Sunburn Relief

You’re enjoying the outdoors and staying in the water (because we all know that’s the only way to stay cool in the summer heat!) but before you know it, you’ve burned. Maybe you missed an area when you applied your sunscreen. Maybe you didn’t reapply like you know you should. Or perhaps you forgot sun protection altogether. No matter the reason you’re sporting a sunburn, the right treatment can relieve your discomfort and even reverse some ...

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4 Lifestyle Habits That Can Permanently Damage Your Skin

Have you ever seen someone with undeniably great skin? Maybe you’ve even thought, “I wish I was lucky enough to have such a flawless complexion.” Although heredity certainly plays a role in skin condition, great skin takes diligence and discipline. And even a few bad habits can keep that beautiful complexion out of reach. 1. Obesity We often hear about obesity leading to heart disease, but we sometimes forget that it also negatively affects our ...

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Living With Melasma: Treatments & Triggers

Dealing with melasma is tough. This hormone-related pigmentation on your forehead, cheeks, and chin is cosmetically frustrating, and stays the course. These areas don’t get blotchy as they darken, but they look different than the rest of your skin tone. Plus, they’re hard to cover up with makeup and can be distracting. The Trigger Typically, women notice the onset of melasma with a change in hormones. Birth control, pregnancy, or hormone treatment...

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