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Battling Buttne (Butt Pimples): Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

West Lake Dermatology

Blackheads and whiteheads: Blackheads result from the oxidation of sebum and dead skin cells in clogged pores, while whiteheads occur when the pore is completely blocked by debris and sebum. The post Battling Buttne (Butt Pimples): Causes, Treatments, and Prevention appeared first on Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery®.

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High Tech/High Touch: New Approaches to Facial Massage with Real Results

Lydia Sarfati

Using massage helps cleanse the skin of impurities and soften sebum. MLD has been incorporated into medical esthetics prior and after plastic surgery. Prior to surgery, estheticians find that this helps prepare the body by advancing the healing process by stimulating the immune system while draining excess fluids and toxins.

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

First Derm

It’s vital to be vigilant about any lumps, sores that don’t heal, bleeding, or changes in moles or dark spots within your beard area. Scalp Awareness : Skin cancer can also develop on the scalp, hidden under hair or in bald spots. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. Published 2021. Accessed December 1, 2023.

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The Heat is On: How Hot Weather Affects the Skin

West Lake Dermatology

Acne Flare-ups: How Heat, Sweat, and Excess Oil Clog Pores Hot weather increases sebum production, and when combined with sweat and bacteria, it creates the perfect environment for acne breakouts. A study published in JAMA Dermatology found that heat exposure, independent of UV light, can exacerbate dark spots.