Skin Care

Marks on the face are commonly called moles or birthmarks. Plastic surgeons term these marks lesions. A veritable zoo of different objects can grow on the face, from benign to malignant. Treatment depends on the diagnosis. Sometimes the diagnosis... Full Answer

No. If they did, I suppose we'd all be using them. Consider that the neurotoxin botulinum type A (Botox, PureTox, and other new formulations) is injected directly into a muscle to block its nerve receptors and temporarily paralyze it. A topical product... Full Answer

Moles are skin growths that develop from the skin's pigment cells (melanocytes). They may be dark brown, black, pink, or tan, and may be present at birth or develop during childhood or in adulthood. Most moles are not a problem. However, moles... Full Answer

If there's one thing women want a magic pill for, it's cellulite. I have some bad news: You can't cure it. There's nothing you can do about it. Cellulite is actually a collection of fat cells next to arteries that get larger when they take in extra... Full Answer

"Pulling procedures" such as face-lifts don't have any dramatic effects on the nasolabial folds, since the point of pull, in front of the ear, is nearly four inches from the fold. Because the skin stretches, pulling only moves the fold a fraction... Full Answer

There are several ways to make your hands look younger. Laser treatments can diminish the appearance of brown spots, which are caused by sun exposure. For enlarged veins (a common condition of aging, caused by thinning skin), sclerotherapy is an... Full Answer

Common warts are small skin growths caused by one type of the human papillomavirus (HPV). Generally, warts are harmless. Sometimes they go away on their own, and sometimes they are removed, although they don't generally cause problems if left untreated.... Full Answer

Among teenagers, women are more likely than men to have tattoos and body piercings. Teenage girls with piercings are more likely to be involved in high risk behaviors. They also report feeling strong negative emotions and few positive emotions. Full Answer

Body modification can be a healthy expression of individuality, but it can indicate psychological problems in some cases. Some studies have found a link between body modification and suicidal thoughts in teenagers. Teenagers with tattoos or piercings may... Full Answer

Body modification may be an indicator of other high risk behavior in teenagers. Those who have body piercings or tattoos also report using drugs and alcohol, smoking, eating disorders, and sexual activity. Teenagers with body art also have a higher risk... Full Answer