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Beauty is more than skin deep. But having healthy skin, hair and nails is still important. Our dermatologists, allergists and other medical experts offer tips and tricks to reduce acne and signs of aging, protect against skin cancer, address chronic conditions and more.

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August 8, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Are You Allergic to Your Laundry Detergent?

You may notice itching, redness and swelling after wearing or using laundered items

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August 5, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Learn How To Get a Smooth Shave Every Time

Soften your skin with warm water and shaving cream before shaving with the grain of the hair

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July 25, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

What Causes Gray Hair?

Age is the most likely reason for typical graying, but premature graying may be caused by stress, diet, smoking or autoimmune disease

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July 18, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

The Health Warnings Hidden in Your Fingernails

Color, texture or shape changes may signal a larger medical issue

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July 17, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Does Powder Sunscreen Work?

The convenient option is good for touch-ups, but it shouldn’t replace your traditional sunscreen

Spider veins on nose and cheeks of a face
July 17, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

How Can I Get Rid of Spider Veins on My Face?

At-home options aren’t your best bet — instead, consider noninvasive laser treatments with a dermatologist

Person with a flushed face drinking a glass of wine
July 16, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Here’s Why You Get an Alcohol Flush Reaction Every Time You Drink

An enzyme deficiency or rosacea are potential causes of alcohol flush

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June 24, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Skip These 5 Home Remedies for Toenail Fungus

Some things you find in your house have antifungal properties — but that doesn’t mean they’ll clear your toenail fungus

Toes with athlete's foot fungus, tinea pedis, on them
June 23, 2025/Primary Care

Don’t Bother Using Home Remedies on Your Athlete’s Foot

Home remedies are unlikely to cure your contagious foot fungus — and they might even make it worse

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June 16, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Ear Piercing 101: Healing, Hurting, Cleaning and More

Earlobe piercings heal quicker and are less painful than cartilage piercings — proper cleaning and care are important

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