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Waxing left dark spots on your skin? Derms know the fix

From brightening serums to in-office treatments, here's how to reclaim smooth, even-toned skin after your next wax session. When Waxing Works Against You Getting rid of unwanted hair feels like a win — until you notice the dark spots it leaves behind. Post-waxing hyperpigmentation is more common than most people think, and it's not a…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 9, 20260Comments

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Nutrition researchers on collagen supplements and the hype

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. It holds together skin, tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones, and for most of a person's life, the body produces it reliably. Then, gradually, it does not. Production slows with age, and what the body does make begins breaking down faster than it gets replaced. That…

ByDestiny PhilipsJune 6, 20260Comments

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3 ways sunscreen chemicals defend your skin daily

There was a time when a deep, bronzed tan was considered the ultimate sign of a great summer. Bottles of baby oil came out, reflective panels were propped up toward the sun, and sunburn was treated as little more than an inconvenient pitstop on the road to glowing skin. What sun-lovers did not know then…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 6, 20260Comments

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Why LED masks may be ruining your skin tone fast

At-home LED light therapy masks have become a staple in many skin care routines, and it is easy to see why. A few sessions a week promises brighter, clearer skin with minimal effort. But dermatologists are now raising concerns that these high tech devices may be doing the opposite for a significant group of users…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 5, 20260Comments

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How acne on Black skin faces a gap medicine ignores

From underrepresentation in dermatology offices to harmful stereotypes about early puberty, Black patients with acne face barriers that go far beyond skincare. June is Acne Awareness Month, but for many Black women, the conversation around acne has never really included them. The mirrors, the magazine pages, the after-school specials about teenage skin — none of…

ByGesi LloydJune 4, 20260Comments

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Dermatosis papulosa nigra: the spots you keep misreading

A common skin condition among people of color goes misdiagnosed for years. Here's what it is, why it forms, and what removal actually involves. For years, those small dark spots along my cheekbones registered as background noise. Acne scars, maybe. Sun damage, possibly. It took a conversation with dermatologist Dr. Victoria Humphrey at the…

ByGesi LloydJune 3, 20260Comments

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Finding the perfect body cream for dark skin has never been easier

The right moisturizer can transform melanin-rich complexions — and these eight picks make the decision a whole lot simpler Caring for dark skin is an art form — one that deserves more than generic advice and one-size-fits-all solutions. Melanin-rich complexions have their own rhythm, their own needs, and their own kind of magic. But between…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 1, 20260Comments

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Why stress acne is harder to treat than regular acne

Your skincare shelf isn't the problem. Your nervous system might be. For millions of people, the morning ritual is the same: cleanser, toner, moisturizer, spot treatment — and still, new breakouts appear overnight. Dermatology aisles are lined with promises, yet one of the most powerful triggers for persistent acne has nothing to do with pore…

ByDempsey May AyucoMay 28, 20260Comments

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Why your itchy skin could be a warning sign to never ignore

Most people brush off an itchy patch of skin without a second thought. But according to board certified dermatologists, persistent itching can be the body's way of flagging something that deserves real attention. While dry skin and the occasional bug bite are the most familiar triggers, experts say the full list of causes runs much…

ByDorcas OnasaMay 27, 20260Comments

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6 DIY skin firming treatments made for black women

These six melanin-friendly treatments bring the glow — without the guesswork Black women's skin is nothing short of remarkable. Blessed with higher melanin content, it tends to age more gracefully than most — but that doesn't mean a little extra TLC is off the table. In fact, the right DIY treatments can amplify what's already…

ByDempsey May AyucoMay 26, 20260Comments

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Waxing left dark spots on your skin? Derms know the fix

Nutrition researchers on collagen supplements and the hype

3 ways sunscreen chemicals defend your skin daily

Why LED masks may be ruining your skin tone fast

How acne on Black skin faces a gap medicine ignores

Dermatosis papulosa nigra: the spots you keep misreading

Finding the perfect body cream for dark skin has never been easier

Why stress acne is harder to treat than regular acne

Why your itchy skin could be a warning sign to never ignore

6 DIY skin firming treatments made for black women

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