May 09, 2013: Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study
Dermatologists say redheads must take extra care to check skin, avoid sun

May 06, 2013: Pediatricians Endorse New Acne Treatment Guidelines
Experts note many medications now available for range of cases

April 22, 2013: Kids More Likely to Pick Up Warts at Home, Not Public Spaces
Study found close contact with relatives, friends who had warts was greatest risk factor

April 20, 2013: Nails Need Love, Too
Expert offers tips on how to keep them healthy

April 08, 2013: More Than a Quarter of Melanoma Survivors Skip Sunscreen, Study Finds
And 2 percent continue to use tanning beds, researchers report

March 26, 2013: Temporary Tattoos May Leave Permanent Damage
As spring break nears, FDA warns that seemingly harmless lark might blister, scar skin

March 17, 2013: How to Prevent, Treat Diaper Rash
Excessive moisture, lotions and wipes can irritate a newborn's skin

March 01, 2013: Health Tip: Coping With Itching During Pregnancy
Try these suggestions

March 01, 2013: Health Tip: Caring for Chapped Lips
Protect and moisturize them daily

February 28, 2013: With Acne, Bacteria Strain on Your Skin May Be Culprit
Study suggests two types of microbe may lead to acne, while third helps keep skin clear

February 09, 2013: Skin-Care Basics for Your New Baby
For example, bathing every other day is sufficient, expert says

January 26, 2013: Simple Tips for Smoother Shaving
How to avoid skin irritation, acne aggravation

January 06, 2013: Tips to Avoid Dry Skin During Winter
Drink water, apply thick moisturizer, avoid harsh cleansers

November 26, 2012: Face Washing the Healthy Way
Facial skin is delicate and gentle care can prevent irritation, expert says

October 10, 2012: Melanoma Odds Doubled for Transplant, Lymphoma Patients: Study
Early detection of this serious skin cancer is critical

October 03, 2012: Indoor Tanning Causes Common Skin Cancers, Study Finds
While less deadly than melanoma, basal cell and squamous cell cancers can be disfiguring

September 17, 2012: Studies Show Limits, Promise of Laser Removal of Tattoos
New technology may eventually speed up process, but effectiveness will still vary among individuals

September 14, 2012: Health Tip: Factors That Can Worsen Acne
Including fluctuating hormones

August 02, 2012: Common Skin Cancer a Chronic Condition, Study Says
Risk of new lesions doubles for those with three prior basal cell carcinomas

July 26, 2012: Could Germs on Your Skin Be Good for You?
Mouse study suggests they prime the immune system to fight infections

July 25, 2012: People With Darker Skin Still at Risk for Melanoma
Expert describes how skin cancer looks, ways to protect yourself

July 14, 2012: Choosing Sunscreen? How to Decode the Labels
Dermatologist explains what SPF numbers really mean, how much protection to use and when

May 27, 2012: Many Still Tanning, Despite Dangers, Survey Finds
Under-30s most likely to use tanning beds or sunbathe, online poll suggests

May 25, 2012: Few U.S. Hispanics Screened for Skin Cancer
Only 7 percent had a doctor look over their skin for suspicious moles, study finds

May 24, 2012: Flesh-Eating Bacteria No Cause for Panic, Experts Say
Cases of illness are relatively rare and treatable with antibiotics if caught early, they stress

May 07, 2012: Aim Skin Cancer Warnings at the Young, Too, Experts Say
To get message across, doctors should focus on sun's damage to looks, not health, panel advises

April 13, 2012: Even Young Teens Show Signs of Sun Damage
Researchers also found results of special photos lined up with other skin cancer risk factors

March 22, 2012: Hair Care Can Pose Health Risks for Black Women
Popular products and styles can stress the scalp, leading to hair loss and skin conditions, expert says

March 08, 2012: Fruits, Veggies Can Be Beauty Tools, Study Says
Skin color improves as consumption increases, researchers say

March 02, 2012: Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study
But it's not proven that smoking causes the painful skin condition

January 20, 2012: Tanning Salon Tax No Deterrent: Study
Bans for people under 18 and fines may be more effective than tax, researchers say

January 13, 2012: Health Tip: Take Care of Dry Skin
Keep it moisturized

December 19, 2011: Bottled Tan May Keep Women Out of the Sun
Tanning bed use also declines with use of sunless tanning products, study says

December 02, 2011: New Guidelines for Treating Psoriasis When Pregnant or Nursing
Try moisturizers, emollients before resorting to steroids, experts say

November 09, 2011: Use Vanity to Reduce Young People's Sun Exposure: Task Force
Focusing on looks rather than skin cancer has more effect on youth, U.S. researchers find

October 07, 2011: Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids
Spread of this skin cancer more common among children than adults, study reveals

August 05, 2011: Scientists Take Navel-Gazing to New Level
Belly button project finds most of bacteria living on skin there are good guys

July 08, 2011: A Safe Tan? No Way, Experts Say
From wrinkles to skin cancer, risks increase with exposure to UV rays indoors or out

June 06, 2011: Could a Woman's Wrinkles Predict Risk of Fractures?
Researchers say menopausal skin holds clues to bone density, but experts have their doubts

May 03, 2011: Survey Shows Dangers of Tanning Not Hitting Home
Majority of young women admit to using tanning beds, basking in the sun

April 01, 2011: Freezing Wrinkles a Possible Alternative to Botox
Experimental technology uses cold, not neurotoxin, researchers say

March 17, 2011: Better Laws Needed to Curb Teen Tanning Bed Use: Report
Parental attitudes toward indoor tanning influence teen usage

February 28, 2011: Pediatricians' Group Backs Ban on Tanning Booth Use by Minors
Experts say ultraviolet-A rays in booths are 10 to 15 times higher than midday sun

February 22, 2011: Softening Water Does Not Seem to Ease Eczema
British study finds no benefit for kids with the skin disorder

February 11, 2011: Skin Infections Can Spread Easily Among Athletes
But outbreaks of herpes, ringworm and MRSA are preventable, dermatologist says

January 07, 2011: Age Takes Toll on Facial Bones, Study Finds
Wrinkles, sagging skin not the only signs of aging

September 20, 2010: One in 10 Teens Uses Sunless Tanning Products
And those who do so are more likely to get sunburns and use risky indoor tanning beds, study finds

July 02, 2010: In Mice, Oxygen Slows Wrinkling Due to UV Rays
High levels of the gas seemed to curb the damage, but effect on human skin is unknown, researchers say

May 27, 2010: Many People Still Don't Know How to Protect Against Skin Cancer
Myths about UV light exposure persist, survey finds

May 05, 2010: Poll Finds Sun Smarts Vary From City to City
Hartford gets top grade for skin cancer awareness; Pittsburgh fares worst