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Retinol: The Pros and the Cons
Retinol: The Skincare Powerhouse for Anti-Aging and Acne Treatment Retinol has become a widely recognized ingredient in skincare, known...
Avalon Chen
Mar 33 min read

Understanding Alopecia Areata: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that causes sudden hair loss, usually in small, round patches on the scalp. It can also affect...
Raneen Awada
Mar 13 min read


Dandruff: Prevention, Management, and Complications
Introduction Dandruff, which is also known as pityriasis simplex capillitii, is a common, recurrent scalp disorder characterized by scalp...
Elizabeth Adeolu
Feb 163 min read

Toasted Skin Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
What Is Toasted Skin Syndrome? Toasted skin syndrome, medically known as erythema ab igne, is a preventable skin condition caused by...
Ameisha Khan
Feb 22 min read

FOR REVIEW - Sun Exposure and Skin Health
Did you know that just one blistering sunburn in your life can increase your risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin...
Avalon Chen
Jan 293 min read

K-Beauty vs. Western Beauty: Which One Is Better For Your Skin?
K-beauty vs. Western beauty: What’s the difference and which is right for you?
Amanda Landeros
Jan 263 min read
Ringworm
If you’ve heard of athlete’s foot or jock itch, then you’ve heard of tinea  – a skin infection that can affect almost any part of the...
Rachel Zou
Jan 253 min read


Winter Glow: Natural Remedies to Nourish Your Skin All Season Long
Winter can be a challenging season for your skin. The combination of cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating can leave your skin...
Brianna Brown
Jan 207 min read


Understanding and Managing Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly...
Shiting Wang
Jan 193 min read


World Leprosy Day 2025: A Global Call to Action for Ending Leprosy and Its Stigma
World Leprosy Day, observed annually on the last Sunday of January, aims to raise awareness about leprosy, a preventable and treatable...
raunaksaha21
Jan 194 min read

Topical Adhesive Glue for Wound Closure: Dermabond
Dermabond glue contains cyanoacrylate which is a tissue adhesive that forms a strong bond between skin edges to help aid in wound...
Laura Mullen
Dec 29, 20243 min read

Is your Manicure increasing your chance of skin cancer?
Stephanie Ray, RN, BSN https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/safety-of-led-nail-lamps Gel nail polish has become a popular...
Stephanie Ray
Dec 20, 20241 min read

Acne Vulgaris: Anything New?
Acne vulgaris (Acne), a disease associated with certain strains of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) that colonize the pilosebaceous...
Larry De Young
Dec 14, 20242 min read

The Dangers of Excessive Skincare: Understanding the Effects of overdoing it
In recent years, the skincare industry has exploded, with social media influencers and beauty gurus promoting extensive multi-step...
Jessica Desai
Dec 8, 20242 min read


A Hairy Situation: All About Pilonidal Cysts
If you’ve had a painful lump on your tailbone pop up out of nowhere, there’s often no need to worry. This is certainly a stressful...
Lauren Barkley
Dec 6, 20243 min read


The Integumentary System
The Integumentary System The Integumentary System: Structure, Function, and Importance The integumentary system is a complex network that...
andrew0326lee
Nov 5, 20242 min read

Nurturing Your Hair, Skin, and Nails
The Epidermis: Hair, skin, and nails are all vital parts of your body! To keep them healthy, you need to upkeep them through your diet...
Arohi Bharambe
Oct 29, 20243 min read

Skin Cancer 101: More Than Just Melanoma
Source: Synappse Health- Skin Cancer Overview What comes to mind when you hear the words "skin cancer"? Chances are, "melanoma" is one of...
natalika776
Oct 27, 20243 min read


Why so Yellow?
As human beings, we have unique characteristics in almost all areas of our lives. We are diverse in our looks and thoughts. One of such...
Mulualem Anteneh
Sep 25, 20243 min read

Accutane: The Journey to Clear Skin—Is It Worth the struggle?
Isotretinoin, popularly known as Accutane, is a prescription drug used to treat severe acne that hasn't improved through the use of other...
Raneen Awada
Sep 23, 20243 min read
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