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Top 10 myths about sunscreens
No matter the season, before you venture outdoors, you should apply sunscreen. But myths abound about sunscreens and how to use them. Here's what you need to know about these sun blockers.
Uncomfortable skin conditions in kids: Eczema, psoriasis
Eczema and psoriasis can cause itchy, uncomfortable skin for children, as well as pain and embarrassment. Learn about these common conditions and how to soothe their skin.
Are stretch marks normal for teens?
When rapid growth or weight gain occurs, especially during teenage years, it's common for stretch marks to appear. Learn how medical treatment can improve the look of stretch marks.
Sunburn treatment: What works?
You may feel the burn after spending too much time in the sun without sunscreen. There's no fast fix to soothe a sunburn, but you can follow these six tips to ease your discomfort.
Don't turn your back on back acne
If you have back acne, it's hard to ignore when you're shirtless or try on that backless sundress. Here's what you need to know about back acne and how it's treated.
5 simple steps to help prevent skin cancer
Spring and summer are exciting seasons. With increased exposure to the sun, risk of skin damage increases, including development of skin cancer. The good news? Most skin cancers are preventable.
Could your leg pain be varicose veins?
If you feel an achy, heavy or a burning sensation in your legs, you may have varicose veins. They're more than a cosmetic concern. Get information on the minimally invasive treatment options to ease pain.
The ABCDEs of moles
Learning your ABCs the first time helped you read. Now they could save your life by alerting you to changes in moles that could signal melanoma — the most serious type of skin cancer.
What to do about chest acne
Nearly everyone deals with acne, which can appear anywhere you have oil glands on your skin, including your chest. Learn how chest acne develops and what you can do to prevent or treat it.
6 varicose vein myths debunked
You may think you know why varicose veins develop, who's most at risk or the best treatment. Here's the truth behind 6 common varicose vein myths.
Risks of using expired makeup
Do you know to tell if your makeup products are expired? Learn how often you should be replacing your favorites and the risks associated with using expired makeup.
Seeing spots? Treating hyperpigmentation
Spots are cute on Dalmatians but could cause alarm if you see them on your skin. Learn about a condition called hyperpigmentation that causes them and what you can do say goodbye to your spots.
