One of our facebook fans asks: Any natural remedies for razor bumps or folliculitis? - M. Thompson A: Razor bumps, also known by the much ... Read More
Skin Problems
Black Folks Need Sunscreen Too: 5 Sunscreens For Your Skin
Yes, us Black folks need to wear sunscreen, too. Our skin may come in many shades, but our health is still at risk. Not to mention the sun ... Read More
How To Tell If You Have A “Bad” Mole
Q: I know there are different types of moles. How can I know the difference between a "good" mole and a "bad" one? - K. Stewart A mole or ... Read More
6 Ways To Help Your Child With Eczema
Children and babies are known for having skin that is soft and smooth to the touch, so when rashes and acne begin to appear it can be ... Read More
Using Selfies For Prescriptions
Since day one of smartphones having a camera feature, the term "selfies" began to pop up everywhere. The act of a person taking their own ... Read More
Q&A: What Treatments Are Available For Staphylococcus Aureus?
Q: I was diagnosed to have Staphylococcus aureus. Please which method of treatment/drugs would you recommend for me. - Ike C. A: Minor skin ... Read More
Your Lipstick Could Be FATAL!
Somewhere the lipstick gods are turning over in their graves. You wouldn't believe the nonsense that is being infused into your most beloved ... Read More
9 Surprising Benefits of Argan Oil
Argan oil is probably one of the most talked about health and beauty secrets on the market. Sometimes referred to as ‘liquid gold’, argan ... Read More
Could That Margarita Be A Health Hazard?
Can limes really make you sick? What exactly is phytophotodermatitis? And what does any of this have to do with your favorite summer ... Read More
The New Hair Dye Danger
What is PPD? And...have you already put it in your hair without knowing it? According to dermatologists, a surprisingly high number of hair ... Read More
Tattoos, Cancer & You
Do tattoos cause cancer? Tattoos have become increasingly popular in the United States in recent years, but along with that comes a rise in ... Read More
Perfume Chemicals That Can Hurt You
Is your perfume or cologne safe? In a new study from the University of Rochester, Lauren Parlett, a doctoral candidate in the department of ... Read More