Milia cannot be prevented and they can just spontaneously appear on the skin but most of the time they result from trauma to the skin. Reduce trauma to the skin and you can minimize the development of milia.
Flat warts are small skin-colored or brown bumps that appear in groups commonly on the face and hands. It is caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) and is contagious.
There are many widely accepted yet unfounded beliefs about melasma. It is best to listen to what a board-certified dermatologist has to say about some common myths and misconceptions regarding melasma.
Keratosis pilaris is caused by the build up of keratin (this is the hard protein that protects the skin from harmful substances and infection). The keratin blocks the opening of hair follicles, causing patches of rough, bumpy skin.
Using tinted sunscreen especially for patients with melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation has an advantage of protection from both sunlight and blue light as well as instant skin-evening glow.
Makeup with SPF is like hitting 2 birds with 1 stone. You’ll have a foundation to even out the skin tone as well as protection from the sun. There are different formulations to choose from and you can match it with the color of your skin. However, can makeup with SPF really protect you from harmful UV rays? Let’s spill the facts.
Collagen production starts to dip in most people's bodies from the time they're in their late teens or early 20s and decreases about 1% a year. This collagen decline is also faster during and after menopause. Learn the best time to get a skin tightening treatment.
