Skin conditions are a major concern. They can cause emotional distress because of their appearance. In this article we will talk about an underrecognized skin disorder - rosacea. Rosacea majorly affects fair-skinned people who tend to blush easily. It is more common in women than in men.  Rosacea usually affects the face but can also spread to the eyes, chest, neck and back.  Highlights: What is Rosacea? What Causes Rosacea? Types of Rosacea How To Treat Rosacea What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that usually affects middle-aged people. It causes redness and visible blood vessels. It...

If your skin is acne-prone or oily, you might think that skipping the moisturizer is okay. But moisturization is the key to getting healthy skin, according to dermatologists. Acne treatments tend to dry out your skin and dehydrated skin can aggravate breakouts. You might want to use a moisturizer that is right for your skin instead of skipping it.  Understanding Acne Acne or acne vulgaris is a skin condition that occurs when a pore becomes clogged with dead skin cells, oils and a type of bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes). [1] Factors causing Acne Hormones  Stress  Certain medications  Poor hygiene ...

Great skin doesn't happen by chance. It needs the care it deserves to stay healthy and glowing.  Lifestyle, pollution, stress, sun lead to skin damage but a good skincare routine can repair and manage your skin. Read on for the ultimate guide to building a skincare routine.  Highlights: Know Your Skin: Types Of Skin Skincare Routine Skin Care Dos And Don'ts How To Layer Skincare Products 1. Know Your Skin : Types Of Skin  The first step towards a healthy skin is knowing your skin. You are unique, so should your skincare be. What is your skin type from the...

If you are constantly reaching out for blotting papers or trying to powder-up your face, you know the struggles of having an oily skin. Your skin needs oil but an excess sebum (or oil) means overactive sebaceous glands. [1] This excess sebum can be due to many factors such as stress, poor diet, hormonal imbalances, pollution, and improper skin care. By applying the right moisturiser to your skin, your sebum levels will begin to decrease and your skin will become less oily. Does Oily Skin Need a Moisturizer? It is a wrong notion that oily skin does not require moisturization. Moisturization...

Developing brown spots or melasma on the face can make you self-conscious and can feel annoying. A lot of women start to feel older because of these brown patches or melasma but there are many affordable and effective options to treat melasma.  Highlights: What is Melasma Symptoms of melasma Causes of melasma Treatments Prevention of Melasma 1. What is Melasma Melasma is an acquired pigmentary condition occurring most commonly on the face. There are dark patches on the face due to excess production of melanin (skin pigment) on some areas on the face. [1] Melasma is also called chloasma. The...