It’s annoying — but also a good sign No two words can send a shiver down the spine of a beauty enthusiast like “the purge.” No, not the dystopian horror film — although some might say the skin care version of purging is just as heart-stoppingly scary. “The term ‘skin purging’ refers to a reaction to an active ingredient that is increasing skin cell...
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Can You Actually Reverse Sun Damage? Dermatologists Weigh In
The sun and our skin have a complicated relationship. No matter how much our skin might love the warmth that radiates from the hot ball of glowing gases at the center of our solar system, the rays that emanate from it can cause some serious damage. There are plenty of skin care products on the...
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Octopus-inspired wearable sensor
AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY Wearable electronics that adhere to skin are an emerging trend in health sensor technology for their ability to monitor a variety of human activities, from heart rate to step count. But finding the best way to stick a device to the body has been a challenge. Now, a team of researchers reports the development of...
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What you need to know about jellyfish stings
by From Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: CC0 Public Domain Jellyfish have a mighty sting as hundreds of beachgoers in Florida have discovered. More than 800 people were reported to have been stung recently at Central Florida beaches. Dr. Michael Boniface, an emergency department physician with Mayo Clinic, says most jellyfish that beachgoers encounter in...
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Psoriasis on black skin: What to know
By Amanda Barrell Reviewed by Debra Sullivan, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, COI Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes some areas of skin to develop lesions. The appearance of psoriasis varies across different skin tones, and it can be more challenging to diagnose on black skin. Psoriasis lesions tend to be thick and crusty, and they often...
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Does body weight contribute to the risk of psoriasis?
By Maria Cohut Fact checked by Paula Field New research has found evidence suggesting that a person’s body mass index can increase their risk of developing psoriasis, an increasingly common skin condition. The mechanisms at play, however, remain unclear. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDKD) estimate that 32.5% of adults in...
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Colloidal silver: Does it work and is it safe?
By Tim HuzarReviewed by Alan Carter, PharmD Colloidal silver is a popular dietary supplement. However, very little evidence suggests that it benefits the body. Many people use colloidal silver to cleanse the gut, boost the immune system, and combat inflammation. However, official bodies, such as the National Centre for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), state that colloidal silver can cause serious side effects and that there is...
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Age, race impact atherosclerotic risk with psoriasis
Kathryn A. Arnold, from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, and colleagues used deidentified, aggregate electronic medical record data from the University of Chicago and Northwestern University hospitals to identify 12,184 patients with a diagnosis of psoriasis. The researchers found that ASCVD prevalence was 2.4-fold higher among patients with psoriasis in both whites...
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World’s first skin atlas to see the light of day
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have compiled an atlas of the protein composition of the human skin. It will be released today at a scientific symposium held in connection with the inauguration of the university’s new skin research center. The atlas is based on supercomputer analyses and provides invaluable knowledge of psoriasis, eczema, allergies...
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How to prevent psoriasis flares
Psoriasis is a long-term autoimmune skin condition. There is no cure, but people can use medical treatments, home remedies, and lifestyle changes to prevent psoriasis flares and reduce their severity. Psoriasis prevention requires people with this condition to take prescription medication or to identify and avoid any psoriasis triggers. The best treatment option may vary...