Epiphany Dermatology

The Most Common Fungal Infections, Explained

most_common_fungal_infections You’ve got an itch to scratch. Literally. It didn’t seem like a problem at first… and then it got worse. Maybe your foot started itching a few days ago and now it’s a red, scaly mess. Maybe you had a little spot on your calf that’s now spreading around your leg. Sounds like a fungal infection. What Are the Most Common Fungal Infections? Athlete’s foot and ringworm are two of the most common fungal infections — and most of us have dealt wi...

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How to Treat a Last-Minute Blemish (Without Making It Worse)

Blemish Zits always seem to appear when you need them the least. It’s the day before prom, graduation, a banquet, or… worse.. your wedding! What should you do? It’s tempting to pop them, but unless you want an even redder, more swollen, longer-lasting pimple in its place, DON’T. Instead, here’s an effective last-minute blemish treatment that won’t make your pimple worse. The Best Last-Minute Blemish Treatment Dermatologists have the bes...

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The Truth About Why You’re Addicted to Your Lip Balm

Lip_balm Are you addicted to your lip balm? Some of us feel like lip balm is a habit we can’t quit. We put it on every few minutes or at the slightest feeling of lip discomfort. If we leave for the day and realize we don’t have it with us, we make an emergency drugstore stop to pick some up. Sometimes we apply chapstick without even knowing we’re doing it. We find ourselves putting it on our lips and think, “Did I just get this out?” ...

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How to Get Rid of Embarrassing Lip Lines Around the Mouth

get_rid_of_lip_lines Embarrassed by your lip lines? You’re not alone. Fine lines around the mouth are not only a telltale sign of aging, they’re also a sign of bad habits like smoking and tanning. And if you’re left with these unsightly wrinkles around your mouth, you’re probably a bit embarrassed about what caused them. The best way to prevent more lip lines is obvious: stop those habits. But what about existing damage? Is there any treatment that will get rid...

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5 Ways Men Can Look Younger With Dermatology Treatments

dermatology_treatments_for_men We get it: most men aren’t thrilled about going to the dermatologist. But who doesn’t want to look younger and feel better about their skin? Looking great is just one benefit of seeing your dermatologist regularly. Men, if you haven’t already, it’s time to schedule your annual skin checkup. Here’s what it’ll do for you. The #1 Benefit? Catch Skin Cancer Early If for no other reason, you need to visit your dermatologist yearly for a skin can...

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Your Guide to Building a High-Quality Cosmetic Regimen on a Budget

budget_cosmetic_regimen The more something costs, the better it is, right? We often feel like a higher price tag means higher quality, but that’s not always true. Most expensive does NOT equal most effective. In the cosmetic world, it’s easy to believe the more a product costs, the better it’ll be. But price isn’t what determines how good or effective a product is. The most expensive products aren’t always best for your skin. And even if it is a wonderful product, ...

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The Power of Pairing Dermatology Services With High-Quality Products

pair_dermatology_services_with_products Many people assume if they want great skin they just have to go to the dermatologist. But in reality, that’s only the first step. A visit to your dermatologist alone won’t clear up your skin problems. Great skin comes when you listen to their advice AND use the best products for your skin. Yes, a visit to the dermatologist is the best place to start to fix our skin issues, but real change comes when you pair their services with effective, trustwort...

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Jewelry Allergies: How to Choose Jewelry That Won’t Cause a Rash or Sore

jewelry_allergies We all play favorites. We choose our favorite necklace to perfectly complete an outfit. We slide on our favorite ring to remember our special day. We wear our favorite bracelet because it makes us think of a good friend (or we just like to hear it jingle when we move). And we add our favorite earrings for a little pizazz. But what do we do when our favorite jewelry betrays us? When it leaves behind a red, itchy rash? Unfortunately, if your jewelry is l...

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What To Expect From A Cyst Removal

what to expect from a cyst removal Have you ever noticed a little bump under your skin that feels like a ball? Maybe it’s been there a while, but now a stinging pain accompanies it. Or maybe there’s no pain at all, but the bump won’t seem to go away. Pain or not, you’re probably dealing with a cyst. And your best bet is to visit the dermatologist immediately for a cyst removal. What Is a Cyst? A cyst is a sac that forms in the body — it can form in bones, organs, or tissues. ...

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The Frustrating Causes of Adult Acne, Explained

Isn’t acne something only teenagers should have? As you trudged through adolescence, you figured acne would exit as you entered adulthood. Now, it’s been a while since graduation, but those embarrassing pimples haven’t moved on. You keep thinking, “Maybe next year, I’ll age out of my acne.” You’re not a kid anymore, so why should you have to deal with this? You shouldn’t — but you’re not the only one who is. Many adults, particul...

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