Skin - Health Digest

Ally Arcuri

Questions You Should Be Asking Your Gynecologist

Questions about your private parts can be awkward to discuss, but it's vital to your health to talk about certain things with your gyno. Read on to learn more.

A. Sooter

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Skin Tags

Little is known about the cause of skin tags. The only thing medical experts are sure of is the best way to remove them.

Catherine Caruso

The Best Way To Treat Painful Acne

As opposed to regular acne, cystic acne consists of painful, pus-filled cysts that develop deep underneath the skin. Here is the best way to treat it.

Catherine Caruso

Can Windex Help With Acne?

Despite the longstanding myth about it, Windex cannot treat or help clear up acne. In fact, it can actually harm your skin.

Ruth Clark

What It Really Means When You Get A Bull's-Eye Rash

Here's a look at what a bull's-eye rash (clinically known as an erythema migrans) signifies.

Jenna Demmer

The Real Difference Between Hormonal And Cystic Acne

Cystic acne can appear anywhere on the face (or elsewhere on the body). While hormone imbalance may play a role, it is far from the only culprit.

A girl with acne on her cheeks looks in the mirror

Anne Taylor

What's Really Causing The Acne On Your Cheeks

Acne is a common but annoying occurrence for most people. While some people get acne all over their face, some may only get blemishes on certain areas.

Agnes Erickson

This Is What Really Causes Baby Acne

Newborn acne, also known as neonatal acne, is a common condition and shouldn't be a cause for concern. Here is what you should know about your baby's skin.

woman with bright and glowing facial skin

Lauren DeMello

What Is Your Skin's Microbiome And How Can You Keep It Healthy?

There's an entire microbiome that lives on our skin that helps defend against harmful pathogens. Proper personal care routines can help protect it.

Agnes Erickson

The Real Difference Between Eczema And Psoriasis

Because of the nearly identical symptoms, eczema and psoriasis are often misidentified. Here is the real difference between the two skin conditions.

Agnes Erickson

Makeup Mistakes That Are Making Your Acne Worse

Makeup is a great tool to cover up unsightly breakouts, but it may be making your acne worse. Read on to learn what mistakes you might be making.

Maria Faller

How Your Laundry Detergent Could Be Hurting Your Skin

If you have unexplained rashes or skin irritation, the culprit could be your laundry detergent. Read on to find out how it could be hurting your skin.

Jenna Demmer

What Contact Dermatitis On Your Skin Really Means

Contact dermatitis has a number of causes. Most often, it is triggered by a substance that's irritating to the skin, such as shampoo.

Robin Rothstein

Is Vaseline Actually A Good Way To Treat Eczema?

Vaseline is one affordable option for managing eczema, which typically requires a three-pronged approach that addresses bacteria, inflammation, and itching.ro

A. Sooter

This Is What Really Causes Skin Tags

Skin tags occur when extra cells grow in the surface level of the skin. A family history of skin tags may contribute to their growth.

Catherine Caruso

What It Really Means When You Break Out In Hives

Hives are an outbreak of red, splotchy welts that appear suddenly on the skin. What causes them, and how do you treat them? Read on to learn more.

Catherine Caruso

What Happens To Your Skin When You Get A Tattoo

Tattoos are a great way to express your creativity and individuality, but what exactly happens to your skin when you get one? Read on to find out.

Anne Taylor

Why You Should Still Moisturize If You Have Oily Skin

Moisturizing is an important part of any skincare routine. Here's why you shouldn't skip this step even if you have oily skin.

Kelsie Calderon

What Margot Robbie's Skincare Routine Really Looks Like

Actress Margot Robbie has access to industry secrets from the best of the best, and this star's skin is something that women have been lusting over for years.

Anne Taylor

What Would Happen To Your Skin If You Never Removed Your Makeup?

No matter how tempting it is to just go to bed after a late night, it's crucial to take off your makeup before your head hits the pillow.

Ziba Redif

Surprising Causes Of Dry Skin You Never Expected

As we journey through life, our body's skin undergoes various changes from the environment, the things we consume, and the emotions we experience each day.

Anne Taylor

What Benzoyl Peroxide Does To Your Skin

Benzoyl peroxide is a topical medication used to treat acne. It can be found in many over-the-counter creams, gels, and cleansers.

Stethoscope with sign saying cholesterol

Robin Rothstein

What Your Skin Can Tell You About Your Cholesterol

Could your skin could be the first warning sign that you have unhealthy levels of cholesterol? Read on to learn more.

Maria Faller

How Many Carrots Do You Have To Eat Before Your Skin Turns Orange?

You may have heard it's possible that eating carrots could turn your skin orange. Is this true, why does it happen, and how many carrots would you need to eat?

Zrinka Peters

Never Mix These Skincare Ingredients. Here's Why

When it comes to skincare, not all ingredients work in harmony with each other. Learn here some of the big pairing no-nos of skincare.

Catherine Caruso

Is It Bad To Use Skin Care Products With Fragrance?

Finding the right skin care products is a unique experience that is different for everyone. However, some products are worse than others and should be avoided.

Molly Mortimer

Winnie Harlow's Skin Condition Explained

Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes the skin to lose its pigment in different places on the body. There is no cure, but the impact is primarily cosmetic.