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Conditions and Services Man washing his face

Is a skin care routine necessary, and should products be applied in a specific order? A dermatologist weighs in
Have you ever found yourself standing in the skin care aisle staring at the sheer number of products and wondering what to choose? Many of us have.
Conditions and Services hair in brush

Hair loss in women: What causes it and how to stop it
Hair loss is quite common in females, affecting more than 50% of women at some point in their lives and approximately 80% of women by age 80. Learn more.
Healthy Lifestyle Woman applying a skin care product to her face

Is the slugging beauty trend beneficial for everyone?
If you keep an eye on internet beauty trends, you may have heard of a skin care routine called slugging.
Conditions and Services A man looking through his hair in the mirror

Why am I losing my hair and can I stop it?
Male baldness is one of those facts of life that men dread.
Conditions and Services Close up of a person's skin with ringworm

You asked, we answered: What is ringworm? How can I avoid it?
I have several lesions, mostly on my face and neck. My dermatologist prescribed pills, an antiseptic washing gel and a cream.
Conditions and Services A mother putting sunscreen on a young girl

Can sunscreen cause cancer? Why benzene is toxic and how to avoid it
High levels of benzene, a cancer-causing chemical, were reportedly found in several sunscreens. Can sunscreen do more harm than good?
Questions and Answers Woman feeling face

You asked, we answered: COVID-19 vaccine after dermal filler
Is it safe to get a COVID-19 vaccine after a dermal filler?
Healthy Lifestyle Rice water

Rice water for hair: Is it the miracle social media claims?
Could the secret to growing long luxurious locks be as easy as reaching into your pantry?
Conditions and Services Teen boy looking in mirror

Treatments for acne: niacinamide, BHA, hydrocolloid patches and benzoyl peroxide
Nearly 85% of teens get acne at some point, making it a common coming of age experience. Many adults also experience breakouts, especially during times of stress.
Conditions and Services Woman looking at skin in mirror.

The big 4 anti-aging topicals: vitamin C serum, retinol, growth factors and peptides
There are about a million skin care products out there, with many of them claiming to have anti-aging properties. But which ones actually work?
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