Skin - Health Digest

Erin Marie

Is It Bad For Your Skin To Sleep With Sunscreen On?

Are there any benefits to be gained from dabbing a little sunscreen on before our head hits the pillow? Or is it overall just a bad idea? Let's find out.

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Erin Marie

When Making Margaritas This Summer, Beware Sunshine And Limes Don't Always Mix

Margaritas are a favored summertime drink. But experts warn of an unpleasant side effect that can come from one of the main ingredients.

Amanda Vining

All You Need To Know About Blind Pimples

The cysts that create blind pimples usually include dead skin cells, oil, and bacteria that culminate in clogged pores beneath the skin's surface.

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Erin Marie

The Unexpected Side Effect Of Going Overboard On Hot Coffee

How is it that downing too many piping hot cups of coffee can leave us with parched, flaky lips? Here are some of the reasons why.

Niko Vercelletto

Is It Normal For Alcohol To Make Your Face Feel Weird?

Alcohol can cause many side effects. But one lesser-known effect is on the skin -- particularly the sensations on your face.

Sabika Hassan

How To Identify The Different Types Of Rosacea

Rosacea may look like acne, but it's actually very different. In fact, there are a variety of symptoms that could help identify the four types of rosacea.

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Agnes Erickson

Can You Actually Soothe A Sunburn With Tea Bags?

Despite our best SPF efforts, sometimes the sun still manages to do its damage. To treat a nasty sunburn, the best remedy may already be in your kitchen.

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Sabika Hassan

How To Use Peppermint Oil To Help With Dandruff

Peppermint can be used topically as an oil or taken in the form of tea leaves or supplements. It has numerous benefits for your physical and mental wellbeing.

Jay Wilson

14 Causes Of Acne Flare-Ups You Might Not Know

When it comes to dealing with acne, prevention is an important factor -- and some unexpected things may be causing your flare-ups. Read on to learn more.

Karen Veazey

What It Really Means When Your Palms Turn Red

Reddening palms may seem a little strange, but you may not think twice about it. You should, however, because it can be an indicator of some serious conditions.

Kimberly Smith

The Unexpected Way Your Cell Phone Ages Your Skin

While sunlight is our primary source of high-energy visible light, the screens on mobile devices also produce it. Here is how it can affect your skin.

Tiffany Nicole

Are Goat Milk Products Good For Your Skin?

Goat's milk is the perfect soothing cleanser for dry or sensitive skin. Using natural skincare products made of goat's milk restores our skin's pH level.

Anne Taylor

Foods You Never Realized Were Causing Your Rosacea Flare Ups

These foods may be making your Rosacea worse.

Niko Vercelletto

What It Really Means When Your Nipples Itch

Occasional itching anywhere on your body is completely normal, but if you experience itching in your nipples, you may wonder why it happens.

Erin Marie

Getting A Summer Tan Is Riskier For Your Health Than You Think

A recent survey has revealed some troubling statistics that have health experts concerned about Americans' risk of skin cancer. Here's what to know.

Nancy Schimelpfening

What's The Difference Between Nail Eczema And Nail Psoriasis?

Regardless of the similarities between nail eczema and psoriasis, they also differ in several ways. In fact, they cause harm to the nails in their own way.

person pulling down sock showing blister

K. Cossey

What Causes Blood Blisters?

Blood blisters are a type of blister that can appear nearly anywhere on the body, but most commonly occur on fingers and hands or feet and toes.

psoriasis examination on wrists and hands

Karla Tafra

Psoriasis Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the body. Here's everything experts know about its causes, symptoms, and treatment methods.

Anne Taylor

What To Expect When You Go To The Dermatologist

Here's what you should know about your skin doctor.

Beth Bradford

What It Really Means When You Have A Mole On Your Neck

The neck is one of the most susceptible places in our body to develop moles and skin cancer because it's often exposed to the sun.

Anne Taylor

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Help Treat Dandruff?

Many people swear by apple cider vinegar to treat dandruff, but does it actually work?

Amanda Vining

Do Hyaluronic Acid Supplements Actually Work?

Hyaluronic is a seemingly ubiquitous term these days dominating the skin care scene. But did you know they come in supplement form as well?

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Erin Marie

How Do Dissolvable Stitches Work?

Stitches are generally not required for mild surface injuries, such as scrapes, but are intended for deeper wounds that may excessively bleed or open.

Erin Marie

Here's How Long The Effects Of A Face Lift Will Last

For patients who wish to reduce visible signs of aging, a facelift procedure is performed by tightening loose skin, but how long do these effects last?

Kimberly Smith

New Research Yields A Game Changing Way To Treat Atopic Dermatitis

New research carried out by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania may help experts figure out a way better way to treat atopic dermatitis.

Lauren Alexander

14 Things That Could Be Causing Your Itchy Skin

Feeling a skin itch that needs scratching? Itchy skin can be caused by many factors, and to get relief, you need to know the cause. Read on to learn more.

K. Cossey

How To Get Rid Of Stubborn Milia On Your Face

Milia are actually cysts that happen at any age and do not require any type of treatment unless a person wants them physically removed.