Skin Care

Does the idea of getting a tan without having to actually sit out under the hot, baking sun appeal to you? If so, maybe you've considered tanning lotions. But how do sunless tanners actually work, if they work at all?

By Sarah Siddons

Vitamin E is used in many skin care products to protect your lips and prevent skin damage. Can it also give relief to dry, chapped lips?

By Gina Fisher

Studies have shown that stress does, in fact, have a negative effect on your skin. Find out why and how you can help prevent it.

By John Barrymore

Not all bikini waxes are created equal, and some require a lot more daring than others. How can you figure out which type is right for your needs?

By Sarah Siddons

By removing hair on your most sensitive parts, a Brazilian wax can cause some pain, as well as embarrassment. But what are the chances it will seriously damage your skin?

By Sarah Siddons

Age spots, also commonly known as liver spots, are common in older adults. Are they really caused by growing older, and can they be prevented?

By Sarah Siddons

As your body gets older, it starts to show signs of aging. Your lips in particular are one part that might experience damage, including cracking and thinning out. How can anti-aging lip products help or protect your pucker?

By Mary Salisbury

With damage from the sun's rays, irritation from shaving and drying soaps, there are a lot of things that contribute to aging skin. How can anti-aging moisturizers reduce the appearance of tired skin?

By Shannon Cicero

Both lip stain and lipstick add color to enhance your pout -- but in different ways. What are the main differences between these lip products, and is one better than the other?

By Laurie L. Dove

Your lips don't look like any other part of your body, so how are they different from the rest of your skin?

By Elizabeth Whitmore

The same types of fungi that cause ringworm and jock itch can also lead to athlete's foot. What steps can you take to avoid getting this uncomfortable -- but treatable -- skin condition?

By John Barrymore

Contrary to TV commercials that depict them as perpetually soft and smooth, babies can have several skin issues in their first few months of life. But which ones really need treatment?

By Mary Salisbury

When bacteria enter your body through a break in your skin, it can create one of several types of infections. How do you know you're infected and whether it's serious enough to see a doctor?

By John Barrymore

Blue-light therapy helps clear acne by attacking the bacteria that causes it to spread, but the procedure doesn't work for everyone. Who can benefit from Blu-U treatments?

By Christina Pander

With so many options out there for body soaps, it can be hard to decide which to choose. Could you be using one that's wrong for your skin type?

By Sarah Siddons

You might not think the difference between soap and body wash is a big deal, but there are some important distinctions. While soaps are rougher on the skin, body wash tends to be better-suited for sensitive skin types.

By Christina Pander

There are ways for people to get burned other than by flames or heat. Which one is the most common type of burn injury?

By John Barrymore

Nail health is more than just a cosmetic matter -- it can be a window to your overall well-being. What changes in your nails' appearance are worth contacting a doctor about?

By Jason Nell

Rose water is probably best known for its aromatic benefits, but it can actually make you look better, too. What gives this byproduct of distillation its healing properties?

By Aida Duncan

No matter how pleasant the warmer months are, there's one word that can leave even the most stalwart summer fans clamoring for cold weather and the layers of clothes the season demands -- cellulite. Is there a cure for this all too common culprit?

By Sarah Siddons

For decades, cleansing creams have been popular for their ability to remove makeup and cleanse your skin. But take caution: This tried-and-true skin care product might not be for everyone.

By John Barrymore

The area around your eyes is home to some of the most sensitive skin on your body. What makes specialized wipes better-equipped to clean this area than a regular face or body wash?

By Sarah Siddons

You're stressed out about a speech you have to give at work and you start to feel a prickling and burning in your lip. Soon, a hard bump starts to form. But you know this isn't a zit; you're getting a cold sore.

By Sarah Siddons

If you've ever thought about plumping up your lips, collagen treatments are an effective and relatively safe way to fight signs of aging. How do collagen injections work? And does it matter whether it's from a human or from a cow?

Common warts aren't dangerous. They'll go away if they're left untreated, but this can take anywhere from months to years. However, they're an eyesore and a nuisance, so you may want to get rid of them -- stat.

By Sarah Siddons