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Skin Fissures and Split Fingertips

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Online Dermatologist Skin Fissures and Split Fingertips What Is Causing Split Fingertips and Skin Fissures? Although we’re leaving winter behind, many of us have been suffering from dry skin due to changes in our routine. It is even worse for those of us who suffer from dry skin or conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

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Damaged Skin Barrier? What to Know and How to Protect It

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Increased Sensitivity: A weakened barrier can make the skin more prone to irritation, from skincare products, environmental factors and even water. Flare-Ups: Skin conditions such, as eczema and psoriasis can worsen when the skins protective barrier is compromised resulting in flare ups. Skin anti-aging strategies.

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What’s Under That Beard? 8 Beard-Related Skin Conditions

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Seborrheic Dermatitis in the Beard Area Seborrheic dermatitis , also known as seborrheic eczema, is an inflammatory skin condition. It’s caused by Malassezia, a fungus that feeds on the sebum on your skin, leading to irritation and inflammation, particularly in areas with many sebaceous glands like the beard. [5]

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Pillowcases Have Nearly 20,000 Times More Bacteria Than a Toilet Seat

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A 2014 survey conducted by YouGov, a UK public opinion research organization, revealed that 33 percent of people wash their bedsheets once a week, while 14 percent wait at least a month before doing so. Rash and eczema symptoms: Bacteria in dead skin cells can increase the risk of developing a rash.

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