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"Psoriasis Spot Free in 30 Days", A special diet book written by a former sufferer of the itching and flaking skin condition. The author is a registered nurse who used food to reverse the signs and...

Keratosis pilaris occurs when the human body produces excess keratin, a natural protein in the skin. The excess keratin, which is cream colored, surrounds and entraps the hair follicles in the pore....

Often referred to as "barnacles of life," "wisdom spots," "age spots," or even mistakenly as "warts," seborrheic keratoses (SK) are the most common non-cancerous growth to develop in association with...

While there is no cure for keratosis pilaris, there are palliative treatments available. The efficacy of these treatment methods is directly related to the individual's commitment and consistency of...

Apple cider vinegar, or simply known as cider vinegar, has been commonly deemed as a "cure all" solution. It is made from cider or apple must, and is often sold unfiltered, with a brownish-yellow...

The treatment of seborrheic dermatitis depends on its location on the body. Treatment also depends on your age.

Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp (dandruff) in adults and adolescents. Dandruff is...

Doctors do not know the exact cause of eczema, but a defect of the skin that impairs its function as a barrier, possibly combined with an abnormal function of the immune system, are believed to be an...

Up to 20 percent of the world’s population has suffered from eczema at some point in their life. For some, it is a chronic condition that worsens with particular irritants in their diet or...

Keeping your cuticles well groomed is easy with a little effort. Dryness is the number one reason for getting hangnails, and when your cuticles are ragged, dried and peeling, it’s a sign that you...

The answer varies for everyone because eyebrow hairs are different. Trimming a brow hair too short can mean the hair will not lie flat. Brow hairs that are fine can be trimmed shorter than coarse...

The nail growth is a hereditary factor and many things can be done to prevent the splitting nails.

Avoid using the nail polish remover more then twice a month. It contains alcohol which makes the...

Onychoschizia or splitting of the fingernails is a common problem seen by dermatologists. The term onychoschizia includes splitting, brittle, soft or thin nails. Onychoschizia is more common in...

The following are some basic hair care tips that you can use to improve the health and look of your hair.

General
A healthy lifestyle will mean healthier hair for you. Excessive stress, smoking,...

Causes of specific types of hair loss

* Pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia). In male- and female-pattern baldness, the time of growth shortens, and the hairs are not as thick or sturdy....

A small degree of hair loss is always present. Usually random hairs shed or break off so that with every brush of the hair, some hairs are at the end of their natural cycle. There is a natural cycle...

Hair transplantation is a surgical technique that involves moving skin containing hair follicles from one part of the body (the donor site) to bald or balding parts (the recipient site). It is...

1 Saw Palmetto: This herb is sometimes used to treat enlargement of the prostate. This is because Saw Palmetto blocks the production of DHT (a metabolite of testosterone), a contributing factor to...

It's known that 80% of lifetime sun exposure is acquired before age 18. This makes taking sensible precautions in childhood and adolescence the prime preventive measure.

Here are 4 "Safe Sun"...

Cancer develops when DNA, the molecule found in cells that encodes genetic information, becomes damaged and the body cannot repair the damage. These damaged cells begin to grow and divide...

One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.

* This translates into over 55 million Americans.
* One in 75 will develop melanoma, the often-fatal form of skin cancer,...

I will NEVER forget my milia experience -- years ago I was shopping in Sephora, and a salesperson told me I had milia -- I never really thought about them! Anyhow, once they were pointed out to me I...

The best scar removal creams are available over the counter, and without a prescription. With so many scar removal creams to choose from, it can be difficult to know which ones will really work to...

Step-by-step instructions for smoky cat eyes like Keira Knightley:

* Apply your foundation, under eye concealer and powder.
* Using your black eyeliner pencil, start from the front corner...

Natural skin care is the care of the skin (the largest organ of the body) using naturally-derived ingredients (such as herbs, roots, essential oils and flowers) combined with naturally occurring...

It’s the common complaint you hear uttered by friends, family and co-workers throughout the day. “I just can’t get going without my cup of coffee!” What happened to the days of childhood when we used...