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People with the darkest skin tones were most likely to experience side effects and complications. (Photo: Pixabay)

For job-related skin problems, best prevention unclear

Gloves and barrier creams can help to diminish the impact and direct contact of the irritating chemicals on the skin.

30 May 2018 10:03 AM IST

There is increasing evidence that the skin microbiome is an important element of human health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Good skin bacteria may help prevent cancer: study

This unique strain of skin bacteria produces a chemical that kills several types of cancer cells but does not harm...

4 March 2018 2:59 PM IST

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The latest fad in the beauty world - Vampire facial

The procedure essentially involves extracting blood from the person undergoing the facial.

2 March 2018 10:50 AM IST

Shahnaz Hussain is an international fame beauty expert and is called Herbal Queen of India. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vitamin C - A powerhouse antioxidant for skincare

Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant, so including citrus fruits, apples, tomato, etc in your diet, helps to prevent...

25 March 2018 6:47 PM IST

Use a broad-spectrum (UVA & UVB) sunscreen SPF 30 or above, which must also be non-comedogenic and non-allergic. (Photo: Pixabay)

Get soft, supple skin this summer

Use a broad-spectrum (UVA & UVB) sunscreen SPF 30 or above, which must also be non-comedogenic and non-allergic.

24 March 2018 3:56 PM IST

Counseling should include advice on sunscreen use, protective clothing, hats and sunglasses to protect against harmful UV rays. (Photo: Pixabay)

Doctors endorse counseling of some kids, young adults to prevent skin...

Counseling should include advice on sunscreen use, protective clothing, hats and sunglasses to protect against harmful...

21 March 2018 12:32 PM IST

People with the darkest skin tones were most likely to experience side effects and complications. (Photo: Pixabay)

Are chemical peels a safe treatment option for darker skins?

The side effects on darker skin tones lasted an average of 4.5 weeks.

17 March 2018 12:04 PM IST

Probiotic use during pregnancy and lactation was associated with a 22 percent lower risk of young children developing eczema. (Photo: Pixabay)

Probiotics during pregnancy tied to lower eczema risk for kids

There was already some evidence that probiotic exposure in early life may reduce risk of eczema in an infant.

17 March 2018 9:55 AM IST

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Portable 3D skin printer can heal wounds in minutes

The current preferred treatment is called split-thickness skin grafting.

7 May 2018 2:23 PM IST

The man decided to seek medical attention only when the pain in his penis became unbearable. (Photo: Pixabay)

Surgeons create penis for transgender man using skin from his forearm

Surgeons have created a penis for a transgender man using skin from his forearm - allowing him to feel full sensation of...

29 Jun 2018 2:13 PM IST

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Teens with eczema may not follow prescribed treatment regimen

One problem may be they want their medicine to instantly clear up any patches of skin reddened by eczema.

24 Jun 2018 6:24 PM IST

It is natural, that if we are putting chemicals on it, they too will be absorbed by the skin. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are 5 ways deodorant is harming your health

The skin absorbs a great deal of what is applied on it, including chemicals.

2 Jun 2018 12:13 PM IST