In the 17th century, patches were used to conceal blemishes like the scars left by diseases like smallpox or even syphilis.

Join Maryam Hampton as she shares her personal experience with acne scars and hyperpigmentation, showcasing her journey towards clear skin. In this video, Maryam details her updated skincare routine, ...

Old acne scars that are tough to fade because they are the result of deeper changes in the skin layers. There are several types of acne scars, but the most common are pitted scars caused by collagen ...

I’ve had acne for as long as I can remember, and I’ve got the scars to prove it. The worst ones have faded over time, thanks to my dermatologist, but I still get acne flare-ups and still have a bunch ...

Dealing with acne is frustrating enough, but for many like me, the real challenge comes after the breakouts heal, when acne scars linger as visible reminders long after the inflammation is gone. The ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Rule number one in skin care is to always wear sunscreen. Immediately after that, though, we’d submit ...

Skin is one of the most wondrous organs we have. The average human body contains some five million hair follicles, around three million sweat glands, and the epidermis–the skin’s outer layer—replaces ...

People spend a bundle on hiding or removing old scars, from heavy makeup to laser skin-resurfacing treatments that cost thousands of dollars. They can use topical creams, too, but many products ...

Cool guys may have scars, but plenty of people would relish the opportunity to get rid of their own. In new research out this week, an experimental drug has shown promise at being able to clear up ...

Kirstyn Hill has worked as a clinical pediatric and women’s health pharmacist since 2020. She was driven to work with a patient population that is not often able to easily speak up for themselves and ...

Waiting for a scar to fade can feel like a bit of a waiting game. But if you’re looking to speed up the healing process, silicone scar sheets might be able to help. Silicone scar sheets are ...

A new classification of white shark injuries is helping scientists understand the behavior and biology of this top ocean predator. Over the years, underwater cameras and advances in photography have ...