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Get expert skin care and beauty health advice from Cleveland Clinic's team of professionals.

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May 8, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

A Deep Dive on Depilatory Creams

This old-school hair removal method is painless if done correctly — but it’s not for everybody

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May 8, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

How To Get Rid of a Pimple — Stat!

Benzoyl peroxide spot treatments are the gold standard, but they’re not the only game in town

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May 5, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Could You Be Allergic to Your Skin Care Products?

Even if you weren’t allergic to an ingredient before, you could develop an allergy over time

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May 5, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Do Crystal Hair Erasers Actually Erase Hair?

They work for some skin types but are less efficient — and messier — than shaving

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April 20, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Are Spray Tans Safe?

Compared to other tanning methods, they’re the safest choice — but they’re not entirely risk-free

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April 14, 2023/Allergies

Are Natural Skin Care Products Actually Better for Your Skin?

Not necessarily, but reading labels can help you avoid allergen-containing ingredients

Closeup of fingernails bitten down to the quick.
April 12, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

How To Stop Nail Biting

A combination of treatments can help you conquer the compulsion

Clseup of person examining pimply skin in mirror.
April 10, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

4 Ways To Treat a Blind Pimple

Popping these pimples is not an option

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April 7, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Is the Sunscreen in Your Makeup Enough?

SPF makeup offers some protection, but you’re better off pairing it with sunscreen

Someone getting a gel manicure.
April 6, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

You Guessed Right: Gel Nail Polish Is Bad for Your Nails

The temporary nail damage is bad, but the cumulative UV exposure could be worse

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