Technically speaking, freckles are pigmented sun spots caused by sun exposure. Not everyone likes their freckles and they may try to cover them with up with makeup (to no avail) or they may try DIY freckle treatment after DIY freckle treatment, often with limited results. Why You Should Avoid DIY Freckle Treatment First of all, there are a lot of myths when it comes to DIY freckle treatments, particularly that there are household products, creams and serums that will effectively get rid of freckles. A common DIY treatment for freckles, for example, is lemon juice. However, its effectiveness is largely a myth, as it merely lightens the skin temporarily. You would also have to do it every day, which can take up a lot of time. This is the case for all other types of household products as well. There…
Skin tags are small, skin-coloured growths (tumours) that hang off the skin. However, they are benign. They vary in size and colour and are typically between 2 and 5 millimetres, but larger ones can also occur. They are commonly found in the skin folds, such as on the neck, armpits, near the groin or under the breasts, but they can also occur on the face, primarily on the eyelids. They are very common in both men and women alike. Are Skin Tags More Common During Pregnancy? Skin tags are composed of loose collagen fibers (a protein) and blood vessels. Their cause is not well understood, but it is thought that there are several different factors that can make them more likely to occur. For example, there is a correlation between skin tags and obesity, type 2 diabetes, aging and hereditary…
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Rosacea is a very common skin condition that results in a red face, particularly on the central face and across the cheeks, nose and forehead. Other common symptoms of rosacea include visible blood vessels and acne-like breakouts. There is no cure for rosacea — it is all about managing the symptoms. There are certain triggers that can cause rosacea to flare. Some of these triggers include certain activities (exercise and saunas), weather conditions (hot and cold weather), emotions (stress and anxiety) as well as a certain skin products, medications and health conditions. Diet also plays an important role in the management of rosacea, with many different foods and drinks known to be common triggers. Note that not everyone has the same triggers, but taking steps to avoid them where appropriate (the exception being exercise), plays an important role in managing…
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Dealing with acne is never easy, especially when it is chronic. If you have had little success with treating your acne in the past, you may (or may not have) considered chemical peels as a potential solution. Here is everything you need to know about whether or not a chemical peel can clear acne. Can A Chemical Peel Clear Acne? First and foremost, there are a lot of chemical peel treatments of varying strengths to choose from, all of which are designed to treat a wide range of skin issues, from aging to hyperpigmentation. When it comes to whether or not chemical peels can clear acne, the answer is absolutely yes. In fact, it is a highly effective way to do so. The great thing about chemical peels is that even a medium-strength chemical peel can deliver permanent results. As…
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