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What is a dermatologist?

A dermatologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis of skin, hair, and nail conditions. Find out why you’re in good hands when you see a dermatologist.

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How to select a dermatologist

You have choices when it comes to your health care. Here’s how to choose the dermatologist who aligns with your needs.

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What is an FAAD?

When you see the letters FAAD, you know you're seeing a board-certified dermatologist. Find out what this means to your care.

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Diseases and conditions

Want to know what dermatologists tell their patients about managing conditions that affect the skin, hair, or nails? You'll find their expertise and insight here.

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Everyday care

This insight from board-certified dermatologists can help you take the best possible care of your skin, hair, and nails.

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Psoriasis can affect your nails

If you have psoriasis, it’s important to check your fingernails and toenails for signs of nail psoriasis. Here you’ll find pictures that show you what nail psoriasis can look like and information about how dermatologists treat it.

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Prurigo nodularis starts with intensely itchy skin

Intensely itchy skin has many causes, including dry, winter air. If scratching leads to hard, itchy bumps on your skin, you might have a condition called prurigo nodularis. Treatment can relieve the itch, allowing your skin to heal.

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Your guide to squamous cell carcinoma

This common skin cancer is highly treatable when found early. In this comprehensive guide, you’ll find information about what this cancer looks like, how to find it early, treatments, outlook, and more.

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skin healthy magazine

Find expert advice to relieve psoriasis and eczema at home, plus the skin care trends dermatologists say are worth the hype.

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How to treat head lice

Watch this video for tips on treating head lice from board-certified dermatologists.

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How to select a formaldehyde-free hair straightener

When heated, some hair straighteners and smoothing solutions release formaldehyde gas. Breathing in this gas can be harmful. Long-term it may cause cancer. These tips from the FDA can help you find a formaldehyde-free product.

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7 skin care travel tips

You can keep your skin looking its best while traveling. Find out what essentials to pack and follow these skin care tips from dermatologists.

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Prevent frostbite this winter

If watching the Olympics inspires you to enjoy an outdoor sport in freezing temperatures, you’ll need to protect your skin from frostbite. To stay warm and prevent frostbite, follow these tips from dermatologists.

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Cold sore remedies dermatologists recommend

While you cannot clear a cold sore overnight, these self-care tips from board-certified dermatologists can speed up healing and reduce pain.

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Sunscreen can reduce wrinkles, age spots, and PIH

To get these benefits you need to apply sunscreen properly. Board-certified dermatologist Samantha Karlin, MD, FAAD, shares 6 tips.

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Skin care ingredients to try this winter

Dry, itchy skin is common in winter. To help your skin look and feel its best, dermatologists recommend looking for these ingredients in your cleansers, moisturizers, and other skin care products.

Learn more about everyday skin, hair, and nail care

Upgrade your routine with advice from the skin, hair, and nail experts.

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