“Maskne” Rates Rise, But Understanding is Only Observational

Case reports of “maskne,” a term coined during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to describe a variant of acne, have been on the rise, yet understanding of this adverse effect of mask wearing has largely been based on observation. A letter published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, suggests maskne is […]

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Get Rid of Dark Spots with Skin Depigmentation

We all have something on our skin that we’re not happy with. This can be dark spots (aka hyper-pigmentation), scarring, uneven skin tone, and even freckles. Dark spots is a broad term though, that actually refers to almost all types of skin discoloration which can be caused by acne scarring, sun exposure, or even hormonal […]

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Are You Ready For Fuller Lips?

In recent months, soft, plump, healthy lips have become a highly sought-after facial feature. In fact, in a study coordinated by Allergan, “21% of women who received dermal filler in 2016 did so in their lips.”1 Dozens of makeup and skin care brands offer lip plumpers and lip enhancers designed to soften and volumize your pout with just […]

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Acne and Mental Health: What is the Physician’s Role?

[ad_1] The importance of psychological care for patients with acne vulgaris was discussed in a review article published in Dermatologic Therapy. Acne is frequently associated with low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and depression. Clinical research suggests that acne often negatively affects quality of life, the study authors noted, particularly in women, adolescents, and patients with significant […]

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Is City Air Bad For Your Skin?

Pollution is on the rise in many urban cities. So what does that mean for your skin? Huge environmental stressors called “free radicals”. Free radicals are highly unstable molecules that react with other compounds. Therefore, free radicals can have a destructive effect on your skin’s support structure and are shown to accelerate skin aging. We’re […]

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