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Rash on Butt: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

First Derm

An allergic response, a chemical irritant, or a viral, fungal, or bacterial skin infection can also cause it. It appears when your skin comes into contact with a substance that irritates the skin. Some contact dermatitis rashes appear immediately, There are two types: allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis.

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Epithelia Under Attack: The Skin, Gut, and Respiratory Barriers

The Dermatology Digest

By Krishna Patel and Peter Lio, MD Introduction The epithelial barrier is the first line of physical, chemical, and immunological defense against allergens, irritants, pathogens, and other environmental factors. Defects in the stratum corneum allow for foreign antigens, irritants, and pathogens to enter the epidermis. Int J Mol Sci.

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Skin Care 101: The Definitive Guide for Beginners (2024)

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Additionally, she says look for one that is fragrance-free, has minimal ingredients (to avoid irritation), and has ceramides and glycerin to restore and maintain the skin barrier. Farber concurs: "No matter how oily or acne-prone your skin may feel, it will become dry without rehydration, and dried-out skin is irritated skin."

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Best Sellers Skin Care Routine

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Application Tip: Test your water temperature Hot water has the potential to irritate and dry your skin; instead, cool things down with lukewarm water that will keep your moisture barrier intact. This article was originally written in January 2019. Tone Many of us skip this step in our skin care routines. Updated By Thea Christie

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How To Remove Makeup

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New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Charlotte Birnbaum explains: “Oil, dirt, pollutants and makeup when left on the skin [overnight] can lead to breakouts, irritation, styes and even accelerated aging of the skin." Make sure you're treating the delicate area gently to avoid causing irritation to the skin.

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How To Remove Makeup

Eminence Organics

New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Charlotte Birnbaum explains: “Oil, dirt, pollutants and makeup when left on the skin [overnight] can lead to breakouts, irritation, styes and even accelerated aging of the skin." Make sure you're treating the delicate area gently to avoid causing irritation to the skin.

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Here’s How Vaping Affects your Skin

First Derm

While vaping may help some people quit smoking, it can also lead to skin issues. Contact dermatitis Contact dermatitis is a type of skin inflammation that happens when the skin comes into contact with an irritant. One of the main ingredients in e-cigarettes is propylene glycol, which can be a skin irritant and lead to breakouts.