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  Acne scars, wrinkles, dark spots, age spots, and some of the other issues are not resolved with daily skincare regimen. A specialized treatment offered by a dermatologist can address such kinds of problems. Over the years, advanced technologies have to lead to many improved treatments. Have you ever considered laser treatment before? It may sound daunting at first, but you can achieve healthy and beautiful skin with laser technology without any side effects. Lately, laser treatments have gained the praise they deserved. How Does Laser Skin Treatment Work? The concept behind this advanced technology is a process of selective photothermolysis which refers to the laser’s ability to regulate light frequency to produce heat while destroying the tissue selectively. The wavelength of light is chosen according to the color shade of the target. The Laser skin resurfacing technology involves the concept of focusing light beams on the outermost layers of the skin. It is a super ...

  Psoriasis is a challenging condition both physically and emotionally. This red itchy and scaly skin can take a toll on your life. Though psoriasis affects your skin, it actually begins deep inside the immune system of your body. It’s an autoimmune disorder of the skin leading to uncontrolled multiplication of your skin cells. It is characterized by thick red inflamed skin covered in silvery patches. These recurring patches occur typically on the legs, elbows, scalp, lower back, soles of the feet and palms. However, they can occur anywhere on the body. There is no permanent cure for psoriasis, but there are many ways by which you can ease the symptoms of psoriasis. The treatment of psoriasis aims to stop or limit the growth of skin cells and to remove the scales and itchiness. Topical Therapy Psoriasis comes with dry patchy skin which can be itchy and cause discomfort, but with the right treatment plan, you can manage such symptoms. Your dermatologist may suggest you l...

  Do you sweat profusely? Not talking about the sweat trickling down your face during cardio work out or dripping off on a humid day. Asking about the sweat that leaves your palm always wet to touch or your underarms drenched when you are sitting still. If so, then you may be suffering from a condition called Hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating. It occurs when your sweat glands become hyperactive and you tend to sweat a lot more than usual. There may be secondary reasons also to sweat more such as some medication or underlying medical condition. No matter the reason sweating takes a toll on your life. The real suffering is psychological, social, and emotional. This may leave patients in distress and they often suffer in silence. Let’s discuss how you can manage excessive sweating or Hyperhidrosis. Lifestyle Tips The following tips can help you cope with sweat daily: Apply Antiperspirants The simplest way to cope up with excessive sweating is by using antiperspirant...

  Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US and most treatable as well. More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than all the cancers combined such as breasts, lung, prostate, and colon cancers. Know the Type of Skin Cancer One of the most important facts known about skin cancer is that it is divided into two main categories:     Melanoma     Non-melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a less common but more dangerous type of cancer. It develops in the skin cells that are responsible for the creation of moles. It looks like a harmless mole when it first occurs. What makes melanoma so serious and dangerous is that it is more likely to spread or metastasize to other body parts. The first signs you need to be cautious of, maybe a mole that changes appearance has an irregular shape, bleeds, or has different shades of color. It can occur anywhere on your body such as the scalp, eyes, mouth, feet, and other areas that are not ...