‘It’s not necessarily a soothing behavior. But it brings a slight enjoyment despite the pain.’Photograph: Science History Images/Alamy We know it’s bad. Maybe parents or partners have scolded us for ...

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To start, let’s define acne. According to experts, acne refers to a skin condition that occurs when a build up of oil, sebum, and dead skin cells clog pores and hair follicles. The result is the ...

It’s tough to resist squeezing a juicy pimple. You probably want to get rid of it quickly and may feel like you know exactly how to do it after having watched hundreds of pimple-popping videos online.

“Pimple patches work best on superficial blemishes like whiteheads or pustules. They are much less effective on deeper ...

Struggling with pregnancy acne? Dermatologists explain the causes, safe ingredients, and best ways to calm breakouts during and after pregnancy.

We’ve all had those days. You wake up, look in the mirror, and the face that greets you makes you want to crawl straight back into bed. Whether it’s a sudden breakout, eczema flare-up, dryness, or any ...

What is healthy skin? Derms weigh in on why the idea of "good" versus "bad" skin is totally outdated, and why we need to change the way we talk about it. Cleopatra famously bathed in milk to make her ...