The winter season comes with its share of festive fun, from ice skating to cozy fireside gatherings. However, when that harsh weather sets in, it can leave your skin in the lurch. Just as you switch out your wardrobe from bikinis and board shorts to tweeds and topcoats – your skin care regimen needs to […]
Children Skin Conditions
All You Need to Know About Psoriasis in Children
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy, dry patches to form on your skin. It’s a common condition that affects millions of people every day. Both adults and children can develop psoriasis and a lot of people develop psoriasis before they reach adulthood. Psoriasis is not contagious. Symptoms Children who have psoriasis can develop […]
What is a birth mark and why do you get them
Birthmarks appear when a baby is born or soon after birth. They are called birthmarks because they appear at or close to birth. If you see a mark on your skin that wasn’t there before, it’s most likely a mole and not a birthmark. Many people consider birthmarks as beauty marks that can add uniqueness […]
What Is a Port-Wine Stain (PWS)?
No, it’s not a spill of wine on the couch or the carpet. Port-wine stain is a type of birthmark that appears due to blood vessel growth. The maroon-colored mark was named for the appearance that resembled wine spilled or splashed on the skin. Most spots start out as a light pink at birth, though […]
Why Is Acne Worse for Some People than Others?
Acne is a skin condition that is caused by an inflammation of your skin’s oil glands (sebaceous glands) and hair follicles. Bacteria plays a role, but active male hormones (androgens) in both males and females can cause the oil glands to overproduce oil, which combine with dead skin cells to clog pores and cause acne. […]
