Many things cause our skin to age. Some things we cannot do anything about; others we can influence. One thing that we cannot change is the natural aging process. It plays a key role. With time, we ...

The American Academy of Dermatology Association and the New York State Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery support the New York City Council in calling on New York State lawmakers to enact ...

A small but meaningful change is coming to the AAD Election: a shorter timeline. This change, recommended by the Ad Hoc Task ...

If your child has eczema, you may feel that the flares would stop if only you could find what causes them. Many parents ask about allergy testing. Here’s what dermatologists tell parents about eczema ...

Whenever your skin is injured—whether by accident or from surgery — your body works to repair the wound. As your skin heals, a scar may form, as this is a natural part of the healing process. The ...

While molluscum contagiosum may sound like a dreaded spell from a Harry Potter story, it’s actually a skin condition that’s relatively harmless. You can get molluscum at any age, but it’s most common ...

Although first-degree burns are not as serious as higher-degree burns, they can hurt quite a bit and can leave a scar if not properly treated. To treat a first-degree burn at home, follow these tips ...

How do dermatologists diagnose molluscum contagiosum? A board-certified dermatologist can often diagnose this condition by looking at the bumps on your skin. For most patients, that’s all that’s ...

How do dermatologists diagnose molluscum contagiosum? A board-certified dermatologist can often diagnose this condition by looking at the bumps on your skin. For most patients, that’s all that’s ...

If you choose to exfoliate, it’s important to do so safely so that it does not damage your skin. To safely exfoliate your skin at home, follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists.

This dermatologist is using a dermatoscope to examine a patient’s scalp. Effective treatment for hair loss begins with finding the cause. To get an accurate diagnosis, it helps to see a ...

Everyone has been there. No sooner did you or your child touch that old wooden bench when a small sliver of wood slides into the skin – causing a surprising amount of pain. Fortunately, splinters are ...