Skin Care Articles

what causes itchy arms
What Causes Itchy Arms?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

How do you get relief for itchy arms? Medical science is getting closer to understanding one of the most common causes of chronically itchy arms called brachioradial pruritus. This means we're also getting c...

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obagi nu derm instructions
Dermatologist's Treatment Method for Obagi Nu Derm Products

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Obagi Nu Derm instructions are often asked by people using the system who are getting red and irritated by the routine. My recent post on Obagi Nu Derm Products has generated some excellent questions from re...

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obagi skin care products
Obagi Skin Care Products

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Obagi skin care products have been popular for as long as I have practiced dermatology - which is 30+ years. This is because Obagi Nu Derm has historically been one of the fastest ways to brighten your compl...

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skin drying and Acne Treatment Products
Skin Drying From Proactiv, RetinA and Other Acne Treatment Products

By liz pires

Skin drying from acne treatment products is really common. Here are my simple tricks to fix it.  Treat your acne without suffering from tight, dry, peeling skin that screams for a moisturizer. A reader sent ...

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can sweat cause pimples and acne
Can Sweat Cause Pimples and Acne?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Can sweat cause pimples and acne? Yes, you can get blemishes and zits when you work out or are in humid weather. The most common type of acne from sweating is called Pityrosporum folliculitis. I see a lot of...

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best neck creams turkey neck
The Best Treatments For Sagging 'Turkey Neck'

By Cynthia Bailey MD

I was recently asked by a Facebook reader what creams I recommended to improve sagging turkey neck skin.  She wrote: What can one do for the sagging neck? Is there a moisturizing lotion that will help or are...

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how to shrink the appearance of large pores
How to Shrink the Appearance of Large Pores

By Cynthia Bailey MD

We all want satiny smooth glass skin, and big pores often stand in the way of that. Well, there’s good news when it comes to shrinking the appearance of large pores. How to Shrink the Appearance of Large Po...

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prevent skin infections from shower sponge and razor
Tips to Prevent Skin Infections from Your Shower Sponge and Razor

By Cynthia Bailey MD

To prevent skin infections from your shower sponge and razor you need to keep them dry. Don’t let the personal care items in your shower sit in water. When your razor, exfoliating sponge, shower mitt or loof...

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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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Under-eye circles, bags and puffiness
What Causes Under-Eye Circles, Bags and Puffiness?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Under-eye circles, bags and puffiness - we all dislike them when they are on our face. Even if you have healthy skin that's in fantastic shape, you can have under-eye problems like dark circles, bags and puf...

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what is a dermatologist
What Is A Dermatologist?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Do you wonder, what is a dermatologist and how do they differ from general doctors, aestheticians and other people who claim expertise in fixing skin problems? Dermatologists are the ones with the most educa...

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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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