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Why Sunlight Is Good For Psoriasis?
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
If you're one of the 7.5 million Americans living with psoriasis, you know that there isn't a cure yet. You know that symptoms can be better, or worse, at certain times. Since it’s a chronic condition, you will experience flare-ups and remissions. These flare-ups lead to thick, silvery scales that become uncomfortable. While there are treatment options available, including topical solutions, there is one natural treatment that has shown to yield positive results — the sun.
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Can Pustular Psoriasis Be Contagious?
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Whether you have pustular psoriasis or know someone else who does, you may wonder, can I give it to someone else? Can I catch it from an individual experiencing a flare-up? This guide will answer these questions and more. What is Pustular Psoriasis? Pustular psoriasis is a severe and rare form of psoriasis. When you experience a flare-up, your skin will become inflamed and you may notice small white or yellow blisters filled with pus.
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Tips for Keeping Your Hands From Drying Out
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Since the pandemic, the world has seen unprecedented changes in how we keep ourselves safe in our daily lives. Frequent hand washing has been a prominent feature of global health campaigns and is here to stay. Hand washing is a vital element of preventing infections and the spread of viruses. However, one of the effects of washing hands too much is dry skin.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Acne is a common occurrence that affects up to 85 percent of people at some point in their lives. When you get a pimple or suffer from more severe breakouts, you likely feel some emotional distress. Because of this, people often associate acne and stress with being linked. But does stress cause acne? Let’s investigate the question further!
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by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Oily skin isn’t a bad thing. Sure, it can be annoying to have makeup that doesn’t sit perfectly, break-outs that just don’t want to go away, and a shiny forehead; but let’s remember... skin that isn’t at least a little oily, is dry. Dry skin can flake, peel, or itch. The key is to find a solution that gives your skin the oil it needs to remain healthy, but also removes excess oil that can cause problems.
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The Best Way to Strengthen Your Nails
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Taking care of our nails is important, especially if we wash our hands more frequently. Sometimes, our nails can become soft or brittle, whether from overwashing, environmental, or even nutritional reasons. How to Spot Brittle Nails Brittle nails are pretty easy to spot. They usually show signs of cracking, peeling, splitting, or being thin and fragile in general.
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Popping the Question: Can Birth Control Cause Acne?
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 13 2022
Do you find yourself constantly battling breakouts? Have you tried every remedy under the sun, but you still haven't found anything that clears up your acne? Can birth control pills cause acne or cure it… or maybe have little to no effect on your skin at all? Everyone is different, but according to WebMD, birth control, when paired with a cleanser or healing lotion, can potentially help clear up breakouts.
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Psoriasis vs Eczema: What's the difference?
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
You may think you have eczema if your skin is red and itchy. However, after investing in eczema treatment, you may find that you actually have something else. While eczema is prevalent in the United States, psoriasis is also common. These conditions affect about 32 and 7.5 million Americans, respectively. These skin conditions can look and feel similar, but they are not the same.
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What Emollients Are And How to Use Them
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
Emollients protect and soften flaky, dry, or rough skin. Some create a film to keep water and moisture within the skin. Using emollients correctly is vital so they protect the skin effectively. Examples of What Emollients Are Emollients are treatments used to soothe and hydrate the skin. They work by covering the skin with a protective layer to retain moisture.
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How to Identify and Treat Vitiligo
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
What is Vitiligo? Vitiligo is a condition where patches of unpigmented skin appear on parts of your body. It occurs because the cells that make up the color in your skin (melanocytes or pigment) break down. The cause of vitiligo isn’t fully known. Some experts say it could be an autoimmune disease, which is when your immune system mistakenly attacks a seemingly healthy part of your own body.
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Psoriasis Treatment and Information
by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an unpredictable and irritating skin condition. It’s the result of skin cells multiplying faster than normal, causing the underlying cells to reach the surface and die. This creates areas of red raised skin (plaques) and/or white scales that typically occur on the knees, elbows and scalp. Psoriasis can also affect the torso, palms and soles of feet.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
What is Oily Skin? Oily skin is exactly that. It's an abundance of oil on your skin, especially in your “T-zone,” which is the area across your forehead and down the bridge of your nose, including your chin. Simply put, your sebaceous glands (the glands that produce the oil your skin needs) are hyperactive, giving your skin too much of what normally is a good thing.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
Frustrated with Eczema Care? To be successful in managing eczema, you first need to understand the condition... Wellness Tip Eczema can be challenging any time of year. Summer heat can make eczema worse for some people. Stay cool and dry! Keep clothing light and loose and consider natural fabrics like cotton and linen. Minimize sweating and dry off the backs of knees and insides of elbows, where sweat might collect.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Feb 08 2022
What is Dry Cracked Skin? Dry, cracked, and dehydrated skin is uncomfortable – plain and simple. Many people wonder why their skin is so dry even when they use a moisturizer. A severe form of dry cracked skin is known as eczema, which can appear throughout the body and may cause a red, itchy rash, forming dry skin on the feet and painful cracked skin on fingers.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Jan 27 2022
What Are Brittle Nails? Common nail problems include chipping, cracking, breaking, brittle, peeling, splitting, thin, and weak nails. The medical term for this is Onychoschizia and is more common in women. Brittle nails are most commonly caused by chemical or environmental challenges, such as repeated wetting and drying of the nails. This is caused by frequent hand washing, dishwashing, and/or swimming.
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by SumLab Editorial
on Jan 27 2022
What Causes Acne? Acne occurs when your hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin. It’s often associated with the hormonal shifts that come with adolescence and puberty, but can appear during other stages of life. Your sensitivity to acne could also be genetic. In addition to being uncomfortable, acne can have an unfortunate social stigma.