With the rise of maskne, many more of us have had to deal with the skin disease that is acne. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, over 50 million people have acne in the US. Caused by a disorder of the sebaceous glands, the condition causes breakouts, irritation, … [Read more...] about Genetic study opens new hope for acne treatment
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8 Ways to use avocado oil in your skincare routine
Avocado oil is a great addition to your kitchen as it is a healthy fat full of vitamins and minerals, but did you know this versatile oil is also great for your skin? Today we share eight ways to use avocado oil in your skincare routine. Makeup remover A couple of drops of … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to use avocado oil in your skincare routine
The 4 important health benefits of Vitamin A
Chances are you already know that vitamin A is good for your eye health, but are you aware of all the other ways it can benefit your health? Below, find more reasons to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin A. What is vitamin A? According to the manager of the Micronutrient … [Read more...] about The 4 important health benefits of Vitamin A
3D-bioprinting breakthrough prints living skin onto patient wounds
When it comes to skin transplants, there are several challenges that affect the success of these complex surgical operations. On top of a lack of harvest organ availability, there is also the risk that the donor skin graft will be rejected by the patient. What’s more, skin grafts … [Read more...] about 3D-bioprinting breakthrough prints living skin onto patient wounds
These 6 essential oils can soothe bug bites and help you skip the scratch
Bug bites are among the few things that can turn a summertime outing into an unappetizing experience. And though scratching provides in-the-moment relief, it only makes bites more painful in the long run and could potentially cause infection. Fortunately, some essential oils … [Read more...] about These 6 essential oils can soothe bug bites and help you skip the scratch