My Skin, My Health

R etinol is one of the most popular skincare ingredients.  It is touted to improve skin texture as well as diminish fine lines and wrinkles. It also has the ability to improve skin tone. However, using retinol for the skin can be tricky, picking up a retinol-based product and slathering it on your skin is definitely not the way to go about it. Retinol is a vitamin A derivative. Vitamin A derivatives fasten the skin renewal process and stop dead cells from clogging pores and causing further problems. They stimulate cell repair and also boost collagen production. There are two different types of vitamin A derivatives. They are called retinol and retinoids. Retinol is converted to the active form, 'retinoic acid', after absorption into the skin. It is milder and safe enough to be used in over-the-counter products. Retinoids, on the other hand, are very potent and are available only by prescription from a dermatologist. One of the reasons why retinol is so popular in the skincare s...

  C lotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.  When Candida albicans, a yeast that naturally lives on the skin, begins to overgrow, fungus infections on the face and lips develop. Although they are not frequent, yeast infections on the face can happen when your immune system is weakened by an infection, illness, or medication. Clotrimazole is usually one of the compositions in skin products, most times it may come alone and it is available as a cream, spray, and solution that you can apply on your skin. The treatment you use will depend on where the infection is on your body. How to use clotrimazole or any...

     D espite the fact that obtaining the ideal beauty products is highly stressed, skincare is sadly not given enough consideration. No amount of makeup will help you get your ideal appearance if you don't take good care of your skin. If you don't figure out how to identify your skin type, no amount of good skincare will do you any good! Identifying your skin type is the first and most crucial step in caring for your skin. But how can you determine your skin type? Why is it Important? Knowing your skin type is crucial for choosing skincare products that work best for your skin type. A single lousy product may have a negative impact on your skin. You can protect your skin from adverse reactions and other negative effects by selecting skin care products that are appropriate for your skin type. Therefore, you should understand why and how to identify your skin type before spending your hard-earned money on skincare products. How To Know My Skin Type Several criteria are use...

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT RINGWORM (A fungal infection that affects the skin and its surfaces) R ingworm also known as dermatophytosis, dermatophyte infection, or tinea is a fungal skin infection. The lesion caused by this infection resembles a worm in the shape of a ring, which is why it got its name.  Ringworm is usually specifically used to describe tinea corporis (ringworm of the body) or tinea capitis (ringworm of the scalp). It’s sometimes used to describe tinea infection in other locations, such as tinea cruris (ringworm of the groin). The fungi that cause this infection can live on skin, surfaces, and on household items such as clothing, towels, and bedding. This infection can affect both humans and animals, it initially appears as discolored, often scaly patches on affected areas appearing red on lighter skin or brown-gray on darker skin. Ringworm may spread from an affected area to other parts of the body, such as the scalp, feet, hands, nails, groin, and beard. Stages of Ring...

R ashes are abnormal changes in skin color or texture. They usually result from skin inflammation, which can have many causes. There are many types of rashes, including; Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) Granuloma annulare  Lichen planus Pityriasis rosea Shingles Skin rashes can occur because of a variety of factors including heat, infections, medications and environment stimulants. Here is a rundown of the most common types of skin rashes Atopic Dermatitis Also known as Eczema, atopic dermatitis is a common skin disease in children. It is rare for adults to develop atopic dermatitis. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 90% of people get atopic dermatitis before the age of 5. About 50% of people who get atopic dermatitis during childhood continue to have milder signs as an adult. If a child gets atopic dermatitis, it will show as dry and scaly patches, often located on the scalp, forehead, and face. This type of rash is extremely itchy, but scratching can lead to...

  D andruff is a common condition that causes the skin on the scalp to flake. It isn't contagious or serious but it can be embarrassing and difficult to treat.  Mild dandruff can be treated with gentle daily shampoo if that doesn't work, a medicated shampoo may help.  Symptoms Dandruff signs and symptoms may include: Skin flakes on your scalp, hair, eyebrows, beard or mustache, and shoulders Itchy scalp Scaly, crusty scalp in infants with cradle cap The signs and symptoms may be more severe if stressed, and they tend to flare in cold and dry seasons. Causes Dandruff may have several causes, including: Irritated, oily skin Dry skin A yeastlike fungus (Malassezia) that feeds on oils on the scalps of most adults Sensitivity to hair care products (contact dermatitis) Other skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema Risk factors Almost anyone can have dandruff, but certain factors can make you more susceptible: Age: Dandruff usually begins in young adulthood and continues t...