Awareness campaigns
Taking good care of your skin has many benefits. Good skin care can reduce your risk of developing early signs of skin aging and skin cancer. The right skin care routine can decrease redness, lead to fewer breakouts, and give you healthier-looking skin.
To help you get trustworthy, accurate information that you can use, the AAD has created several public awareness campaigns. Learn what you can do to prevent skin cancer, and see healthier-looking skin, hair, and nails.

To help make sun protection a habit, the AAD encourages you to Practice Safe Sun every time you’re outdoors. Follow these tips to protenct your skin from the sun's harmful UV rays and reduce your risk of developig skin cancer.

Vitiligo is a disease that causes areas of skin to lose color. Treatment can restore lost skin color. A board-certified dermatologist can help you find your best treatment option.

If you have eczema, take time to learn more about it during Eczema Awareness Month. What you learn could lead to fewer flare-ups or better results from treatment.

Here are simple tips from dermatologists that you can do at home to keep your skin, hair, and nails healthy and looking their best.
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Skin care tips dermatologists use
Do you ever wonder what skin care tips dermatologists use themselves to maintain healthy skin?
Board-certified dermatologists offer seven skin care tips they recommend to all of their patients in this video.
What to wear to protect your skin from the sun
Seeking shade, applying sunscreen, and wearing sun-protective clothing go a long way in protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
Dermatologists recommend dressing to protect yourself from the sun by wearing these clothes and accessories.
How to apply sunscreen
Sunscreen can protect your skin against skin cancer and premature aging. However, it is not as effective unless it's applied correctly. Follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists when applying sunscreen.
Skin cancer prevention
Follow these tips to protect your skin from the damaging effects of sun exposure and reduce your risk of skin cancer.