Almost anyone's first reaction to a fresh pimple is to get rid of it. However, if you try this, you will only make it worse, and several new pimples will appear next to the old one.
Deodorants often come with a list of chemicals on the label, which can make us wonder about health effects. However, we cannot live without deodorant — especially in hot weather. Let’s look at whether it can be harmful to use deodorant.
What is so difficult about using a deodorant, you might wonder? Here are some guidelines to help you choose the right product, use it as efficiently as possible, and ensure it doesn’t harm your health.
Pigmentation—the appearance of spots on the skin — is usually perceived by people as an annoying cosmetic problem. Indeed, it is sometimes a completely harmless phenomenon. But it can turn out to be linked to serious health problems. Don't want to look like a Dalmatian? Read carefully!
When we go to the beach, most of us love to lay out in the sun until we have a nice tan. However, the sun is strong and can result in burns that harm the skin. What should you do if you experience sunburn?
Many people use various cosmetics for health and beauty, but very few know that all of these items have expiration dates. What should you know about using products after they've lived their shelf life?
Warts appear on your skin for no apparent reason, and they do not look nice. Are warts a disease or a cosmetic defect, and is it necessary to remove them?
After birth, most babies’ skin is different from the flawlessly pink, smooth babies from advertising posters. Moms often worry when baby skin is not as flawless as they would like. Is it always a sign of trouble?
Modern research has shown a rapid growth of skin melanoma rates. Doctors recommend monitoring moles and consulting with medical professionals when suspicious changes occur. What changes should you watch out for?
The sun is our friend, but it also can be dangerous. To minimize the risks, it is important how to protect the skin when in the sun.
Where does dandruff come from? While skin flakes are an outward symptom, it comes from irritation of the skin and the reproduction of an opportunistic fungus. Getting rid of it can be harder than advertisements make it look!
Our skin is the largest organ, and changes in any system of the body are reflected in its condition, including its color. What shades of skin should be alarming?
Oxidative stress has nothing to do with emotional distress: it is the negative effect that free radicals in the body have on healthy cells.
Do you have pimples on your face and body? It can be very dangerous to "squeeze" them. Instead, let's look for the reasons why pimples break out. Here are the most well-known ones.
Stores carry hundreds of different types of shampoo, and each manufacturer claims that its product is the best. How can you ignore the advertising to find the shampoo that is best for you?
Women might find it difficult to share with their friends — or even their doctor — about some of the unpleasant symptoms they experience. However, there is nothing to be ashamed of. Doctors are used to hearing about medical issues, and not telling your doctor can make the problem worse. What issues women usually prefer to keep quiet about?
It is hard enough to be a teenager. Teenagers experience mood swings, stress, and increased appetite — and acne on top of everything else. How can you help your child with acne?
Whether you want to remove unwanted hair, remove a pigmented spot, or get rid of wrinkles, laser technology is an available option. How safe is this procedure?
Gel nail polishes have become more popular in recent years. However, this rise in popularity has raised questions about whether gel polishes should be used. The impact of permanent polish on nails and health, in general, continues to raise many questions.
For a long time, doctors did not consider cold allergies to be an independent disease, preferring to attribute the symptoms to contact with an allergen. In recent years, however, medicine has admitted that this disorder is possible, even in people who are not allergic.
Lack of moisture in the air can lead to many problems. It would seem that a humidifier is the most logical solution. However, it doesn’t always solve the problem — and it sometimes can even create a bigger problem.
What would you say if someone offered to take a sample of your blood in tubes, extract plasma from it, and return it into your body in the form of injections? It may sound scary, but it is how platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment works. Let’s look at why it is used and whether it is safe for you.
Eczema is one of the most common and most mysterious diseases. Despite this, medicine has not yet learned how to cope with it. Additionally, it most often affects children.
Psoriasis can easily be confused with dermatitis, rosacea, shingles and other similar diseases. How can you recognize it and take timely action?
To relieve psoriasis symptoms it is important to remember that in addition to medications, nutrition is also important. What foods should you eat, and what should you avoid?