Health insurance is a complex, often confusing, subject. In the U.S., individuals are faced with thousands of providers and plans based on their region, income level, employment status, age, and more. Additionally, most plans are
When we think of scarring, we often attribute it to a deep cut, stubborn pimple, harsh burn, or some other kind of tangible wound. And yet, some scars appear gradually, without any sudden impact. Indeed
They say the eyes are windows to the soul. And yet, the skin underneath one’s eyes can provide an even clearer view of one’s lifestyle, mental state, and genetic makeup. There are many potential reasons
At a certain point, most of us would prefer to keep our age a secret. And yet, our skin has a habit of giving this secret away. But while there is no way to turn
Historically, most cosmetic dermatology products and advertisements were aimed at women. Today, while women still make up the majority of this market demographic, more and more men are beginning to seek aesthetic treatments as society
Pregnancy is a life-altering event in more ways than one. Not only will your daily habits, social life, and sleeping patterns begin to change during these nine months -- your skin will undergo changes as
If you suffer from acne, you’ve probably done your homework on home remedies and other ways to prevent or combat outbreaks. During your research, you may have come across several articles, studies, and papers discussing
When you look in the mirror, what’s the first thing you notice? If you’re losing your hair, chances are your eyes are fixed on your scalp and what’s lacking, thinning, or receding. The good news
If you’ve ever broken out in a rash or blisters after touching something or rubbing something on your skin, you’ve experienced what dermatologists call contact dermatitis. While this skin condition isn’t life-threatening, it can be
We tend to treat our fingernails and toenails as merely cosmetic features. Maintaining their appearance is akin to getting our hair cut on a regular basis or shaving our unwanted body hair. However, our nails
We all have blood pumping through our veins. Inside these veins are valves that pump blood back to our heart. If these valves weaken for whatever reason, though, some of that blood hangs back and
If you’ve struggled with acne for some time, you’ve probably tried to control and/or prevent breakouts in various ways. For some, over-the-counter medications containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and/or alpha hydroxy acids do the trick
