The chemical peel (also known as chem-exfoliation and derma-peeling) is a non-surgical procedure in which chemicals are applied to the face which cause the outer layer of skin to blister and eventually peel off....

Electrolysis is a method of removing individual hairs from the face or body. The process involves the insertion of a metal probe into the hair follicle, or growth center of the hair, to the...

Laser hair removal uses laser energy to achieve a long term reduction of unwanted hair growth. Heat is produced in the hair and is then transferred to the hair follicle, producing inflammation. The inflammation sends a...

Applying lotion to your skin is an essential part of maintaining healthy looking skin. But, you don't have to go buy expensive creams or products to give your skin the basic nutrients and moisturizing it...

Women affected with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) are well acquainted with the fact that pimples and acne aren't teen territory alone. For such women, conventional acne treatments may not be the answer, since the causes of...

Our Largest Organ Pop quiz...What's the largest organ of your body?  If you answered that question with "skin", kudos to you.  Most people don't realize that the skin of their bodies is actually an organ,...

Insect bites and stings for the most part are harmless but sometimes, depending on the victim, they can be fatal. So, it is important to know your enemy, what signs to look for and...

Background Hair follicles normally secrete oil called "sebum" which travels up the tiny hair follicles to the skins pores where it lubricates and protects the skin. Sometimes there are overworked oil glands which enlarge and...