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Treating and preventing dark spots on the face
Your guide to a brighter, more even-toned complexion.
How to remove temporary tattoos safely (and painlessly)
No vigorous scrubbing necessary!
Everything you need to know about fatty acids in skincare
These ingredients are important for your skin tone and texture.
Copper peptides for skin: the benefits, risks, and how to use them
This buzzy anti-aging ingredient may help fight fine lines and wrinkles.
Ask an expert: Does working out help acne?
Working out promotes a healthy body and, therefore, healthy skin. But you still need to wash your face!
Ask an expert: What are the best vitamins for anti-aging?
Vitamins B, C, and D are just some nutrients that may provide anti-aging benefits for your skin.
Ingredient spotlight: Ketoconazole
This antifungal medicine can tackle a number of skin concerns.
Ask an expert: What is seborrheic dermatitis?
Seborrheic dermatitis is a more severe form of dandruff—here’s how to tell the difference between the two.
Fact or fiction: Can salt water help acne?
A dip in the ocean may benefit your skin.
Ask an expert: Does a lack of sleep cause acne?
Getting enough beauty sleep may be essential for your skin’s health.
Are endometriosis and acne related? Here’s what we know
Treatment for endometriosis—not the condition itself—may contribute to acne.
A complete guide to psoriasis: Causes, symptoms, and treatments
We don’t have all the answers yet, but here’s what we know about this chronic condition so far.