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can you have rosacea or facial dandruff on just one side of your face
Can You Have Rosacea or Facial Dandruff on Just One Side of the Face?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Rosacea and facial dandruff are usually 'bilateral and symmetric' but it is possible to have greater involvement on one side of the face. I was asked this question by a reader and want to share my answer. H...

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does seborrheic dermatitis spread
Does Dandruff (Seborrheic Dermatitis) Spread?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Does seborrheic dermatitis spread? Is it contagious? Many people wonder, including reader Rebecca Hello Dr. Bailey, I am curious about the potential of seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff) to spread.  If it does...

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The L’OrĂ©al Lawsuit and the Dangers of Hair Straighteners

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Permanently straightening curly hair is not easy. Nature holds the curls in the protein structure of the hair shaft, and straightening the shaft involves chemically breaking those bonds. Permanently curling ...

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seborrheic dermatitis myths
The 7 Myths of Seborrheic Dermatitis (a.k.a., Dandruff)

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Do you have unsightly greasy, scaly rashes on your face and scalp?  Do your eyebrows, nose, ears, chin, chest or scalp appear red and dry? You may have something called seborrheic dermatitis (pronounced seb-...

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face and scalp dandruff men's fall and winter grooming tips
Men's Fall and Winter Grooming Tips: Face and Scalp Dandruff

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Men's face and scalp dandruff can be a seasonal grooming challenge. Your skin changes with the seasons, which means that your skin care needs to as well. Have you noticed facial and scalp "dryness" in fall a...

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the best treatment for facial dermatitis in the beard area
The Best Treatment for Facial Dandruff in the Beard Area

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Hello Dr. Bailey, I've read your Tips for Facial Seborrheic Dermatitis Control and had a couple questions: You mention the Green Tea Antioxidant Skin Therapy as a great product for dermatitis, but other web...

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facial cortisone usage
How Long Is It Safe to Use Cortisone on the Face?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

It's NOT Safe to Use Cortisone on the Face Indefinitely. Hello Dr. Bailey, I've been reading your columns about rosacea and have ordered your Green Tea Antioxidant Skin Therapy You mentioned using Locoid Oi...

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skin care for men's dry flaky facial skin
Best Skin Care for Men's Dry Flaky Facial Skin

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Skin care for men's dry flaky facial skin is often overlooked. I treat a lot of men in my dermatology practice. One of the most common skin problems I see on the facial skin of men is facial dandruff aka dry...

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how to use loprox shampoo with other dandruff shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis
How To Use Loprox Shampoo With Other Dandruff Shampoos To Treat Seborrheic Dermatitis

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dr. Bailey, I have seborrheic dermatitis and have found your website tips and information extremely helpful. I was hoping that you'd consider adding some information about the prescription shampoo Loprox to ...

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dandruff in the ear
Dandruff In The Ear Canal; How To Treat An Itch That Can’t Be Scratched

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dandruff in the ear is a vexing problem that I like to describe as "The itch that can't be scratched". My dad had it when I was a kid. I fixed it for dad once I became a dermatologist - like the mouse that p...

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ZNP bar
Trying to buy ZNP soap online or in stores?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

ZNP Bar Soap was the only available bar soap at Walgreen's and other pharmacy retailers with the maximal allowed level of 2% medicated pyrithione zinc for many years.  As of 2011 ZNP is no longer available. ...

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how to combining facial anti aging and dandruff skin care
Combining Facial Anti Aging and Dandruff Skin Care

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Dermatologist's tips to for combining facial anti aging and dandruff skin care is the topic of a reader's recent question. I wanted to share it with everyone because there are some important skin care tricks...

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