Skin Care and Beauty - Treatments

Cellulitis: What It Is and How to Treat It

This skin disease is usually treated on an outpatient basis, but hospitalization may be required in more serious cases. Here's what you need to know.

Would You Gain Weight to Look Younger?

Women who have spent years struggling with the scale may relish in what the researchers say, but is this finding enough of a reason to harbor excess weight?

Ganglion Cysts: What You Need to Know

Have you ever developed an unexplained bump on your hand or foot? If so, it was probably a ganglion cyst.

Is It Seasonal Hair Loss or Alopecia?

If, every fall, you lose a lot of locks, you could simply be experiencing seasonal hair loss. It's nothing to worry about, except if you notice a few other things.

Spa Secrets: Get Glowing Skin at Home

Maintaining healthy skin doesn't have to be a major investment. Try one of these at-home facials today.

Probiotics: The Key to Clear Skin?

A new study suggests these healthy types of bacteria just may help banish blemishes.

How Drinking Causes Premature Aging

It's not just your internal organs that can be harmed by excess drinking; your skin, hair, and nails can suffer as well.

10 Tips to Fix Winter-Dry Skin and Hair

Save your skin, nails, lips, and hair with these dermatologist-recommended tips.

East Meets West for Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases

A plant extract from Asia may help treat eczema, psoriasis, type 1 diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Psychodermatology for Hard-to-Heal Skin Problems

Ever notice that skin issues intensify during times of stress? This innovative approach may help.

The Common Precancerous Skin Condition You Probably Don t Know

Here s why you should become familiar with the symptoms of Actinic Keratosis.

Is "Photoaging" Adding Years to Your Face?

Find out if this is negatively affecting how you look. If so, there are several treatments designed to reverse the damaging effects.

No Crest for the Antibacterial Wave

You know the old saying, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is? We might want to apply this truism to the idea that using antibacterial cleaners reduces the spread of illness.

Teeth Straightening for Adults: Know Your Options

It's common for adults who skipped braces during adolescence to straighten their teeth at a later age. If that's you, here are your choices.

What Can Aromatherapy Do for You?

Here's how certain natural scents may help improve your health and overall state of mind.

Get Rid of Common Warts the Right Way

These unsightly growths are harmless, but they can be painful and highly contagious. Here's how to treat them.

7 Ways to Manage Rosacea

Rosacea, which often causes constant redness in the face, can be frustrating and difficult to treat, but there are steps you can take to manage the condition.

How to Get Rid of Lice: The Bug Stops Here

There are plenty of effective ways to let these uninvited guests know they're not welcome.

The 10 Best Reasons to Quit Smoking

Many people successfully kick the habit, and you can too. Here, the top 10 benefits of smoke-free living.

Diabetes and Foot Care

There are steps you can take to keep your feet healthy and minimize your risk of serious complications. Get started with these simple tips.

How to Use Epsom Salt for Health and Beauty

This drugstore staple is often overlooked in our search for the best health and beauty aids. But there are some good reasons to add this affordable compound to your shopping cart.

Scars: Causes, Types, Prevention, and Treatment

Whether you have a newly developed scar or you're trying to stop a wound from turning into a prominent scar, there are ways you can minimize its appearance.

Tooth Sensitivity: Getting to the Root of It

Learn about the most common causes, plus get tips on how to fix this common problem.

Can Botox Treat Back Pain?

Can one of America's most popular cosmetic treatments provide powerful relief for chronic back pain? Many doctors and patients say, "yes." Here's what you need to know about back pain, Botox, and the beauty of pain relief.

Rosacea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments

Many women incorporate blush into their daily makeup routine to accentuate their cheekbones with a rosy-red look. But for the millions of people living with the skin condition rosacea, unintentional blushing and flushing can be an uncomfortable and embarrassing problem.

9 Ways to Treat a Sunburn

That red, painful-to-the-touch burn on your overly sun-exposed skin can be a big problem. You thought you did everything you could to prevent sunburn, but apparently it wasn't enough. The good news is that it's temporary and treatable.

Basal Cell Carcinoma: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments

Did you know that basal cell carcinoma is the most common kind of cancer in America? It can ravage your skin and even cause disfiguration if not treated properly. Be sure you know how to detect and deal with signs of this skin cancer.

8 Ways to Beat Morning Breath

If you wake up with bad breath every morning, join the club. Very few people can escape it, and no one starts the day with a minty-fresh mouth. Fortunately, there are ways to tame the dragon.

Sebaceous Cysts: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of sebaceous cysts.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Causes, Treatment, Prevention

Almost a quarter of a million Americans are diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma every year, and the numbers are growing. But what are the causes and warning signs? And are you doing enough to protect yourself?
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