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What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is commonly confused with acne, but it is a completely separate skin condition. Similar to acne, it affects the pores. Unlike acne, it is limited to the center of the face. If you suspect you may have rosacea, it is important to see a dermatologist. Self-treatment can further aggravate the condition and worsen […]
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How Stress Affects Your Skin
Stress is incredibly common and we all deal with stress at some point or another. Unfortunately, stress has a significant impact on many aspects of your life and your skin is no exception. It releases actual chemicals that have many physical effects. Not only can stress cause problems with your skin, but it also […]
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What Causes Acne Scars
Acne scars can significantly impact your appearance, causing problems with self-esteem. They form as the result of inflamed blemishes, which occur when a pore becomes engorged with excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. These inflamed blemishes cause a break in the follicle wall of the pore. Small breaks usually heal without any issue, […]
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What is Eczema?
Eczema is a very common skin condition. Skin with eczema doesn’t reproduce necessary substances as much as healthy skin, which compromises the protective barrier. Eczema causes moisture loss in skin, which can lead to a variety of other problems. There are multiple types of eczema, but they generally have very similar symptoms. Eczema Symptoms […]
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What is Contact Dermatitis?
Contact dermatitis is a rash that is caused by a reaction to substances that come into contact with the skin. Knowing what substances cause your skin to react can help you avoid them in the future. Common Irritants There are many things that can cause a reaction in the skin. Some of the […]
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What is Keratosis?
Keratosis is caused from a build-up of keratin. Keratin is a protein that helps protect the skin and the build-up of keratin can create clusters of red or white bumps. Doctors don’t know why keratosis affects some people and not others, but there seems to be a genetic factor. Keratosis is a common skin […]
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