Tag: Dermatology
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Q: Are stretch marks normal?
Women who have recently given birth often feel ashamed for not putting in enough effort to prevent stretch marks and end up with a few lines on their skin, while teenagers feel embarrassed about their changing bodies. In reality, 88% of people have stretch marks. The presence or absence of stretch marks doesn’t heavily depend…
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6 Things That Can Help with Stretch Marks (and They Probably Weren’t Advertised on Instagram)
Stories from friends often demonstrate the “survivor’s bias”: if they didn’t get stretch marks while using oils, then the product must have worked! In reality, it all depends on genetics and hormones, not our efforts.
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Discover the Secret Ingredient for Soothing Skin: Allantoin’s Unseen Benefits
Many of us keep a cream with panthenol on the bathroom shelf – a simple and budget-friendly remedy to soothe the skin. Let me suggest another valuable ingredient: allantoin. Allantoin is undeservedly unpopular and doesn’t get the blogger praise that retinol or ceramides do. And that’s a shame!
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6 Shower Products Suitable for People with Very Sensitive, Atopic and Dry Skin
This list includes body cleansers based on or infused with oils. These products are recommended for people with atopic dermatitis and those with dry and sensitive skin. Here are 6 products I like.
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If Your Dermatologist Advises Against Acids in Your Skincare Routine, Remember This Only Applies to Keratolytics
If your dermatologist, when selecting your home care routine, says you should avoid acids for now, remember – this only applies to keratolytics. These are the ones that exfoliate or have anti-inflammatory effects. This includes…
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Q: I have severe eye irritation from using sunscreen. Which one should I choose?
Generally, the best way to protect the area around your eyes from the sun is with sunglasses. Sunglasses are always better than sunscreen. They can even be clear because the level of light transmission and UV protection are different things.
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Q: I have very painful pimples on my butt. Is it acne?
Unlike acne on the face, which is usually caused by clogged and inflamed sebaceous gland ducts, breakouts below the waist are typically due to blocked and irritated hair follicles. Pimples on the buttocks are folliculitis. Here’s why it can occur and what to do about it.
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Niacinamide: The Multifunctional Skincare Superstar
Niacinamide is one of the most multifunctional and frequently used ingredients in skincare products (here I explained why it has become so popular). Let’s talk about what happens when it’s combined with retinol, vitamin C, or ceramides:
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Talent Show: How We Fell in Love with Niacinamide
Everyone is talking about niacinamide these days, so let’s dive into the history of its popularity and uncover why this ingredient has become such a skincare superstar.