Do underarms really need a 10 step skincare routine

A dermatologist weighs in on glycolic acid, overnight masks and whether underarms need any of it. Most people do not need an elaborate underarm skincare routine, according to board certified dermatologist Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, even as a new TikTok trend pushes multi step armpit regimens involving exfoliants, serums and overnight masks. For decades, underarm…

ByGesi LloydAugust 6, 20260Comments

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How to gently heal body acne and ingrown hairs

Here's the real talk on shoulder breakouts, razor bumps and the dark spots nobody warns you about. Skipping a tank top because your back broke out. Avoiding a swimsuit because of bumps on your thighs. Dealing with razor bumps that leave dark marks weeks after the irritation is gone. If any of this sounds familiar,…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 30, 20260Comments

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Acne scars fading? Natural fixes that actually deliver

From SPF habits to gentle exfoliation, here's what actually helps melanin-rich skin heal, without the harsh DIY hacks. Acne scars have a way of outlasting the breakouts that caused them, and for anyone with melanin-rich skin, that lingering discoloration can feel like it's here to stay. The good news: those dark marks, known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation,…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 27, 20260Comments

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Shade-matching sunscreen with blue light protection built in

Finding a tinted sunscreen that actually matches your skin tone without an in-person swatch session is one of those beauty frustrations that never fully goes away. Online shopping makes it worse. The undertone looks off on screen, the coverage description is vague, and returning products that didn't work burns time nobody has. Most people eventually…

ByDestiny PhilipsJune 21, 20260Comments

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The best and worst skin treatments for melanin rich skin

Cosmetic procedures that smooth, tighten and resurface skin have come a long way, but for people with darker complexion, not every treatment is equal. Devices using light, heat and sound can slow visible aging, but the wrong approach can trigger inflammation that leads to unwanted dark spots, scarring or patches of lighter skin. Dermatologists who…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 21, 20260Comments

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What dermatologists do when sun damage gets serious

Dermatologists break down the most effective ways to treat and reverse the effects of sun-damaged skin. There's no sugarcoating it — the sun is not your skin's friend. Sun damage is the single biggest driver of premature aging, and the effects it leaves behind are notoriously difficult to undo. Wrinkles, dark spots, sagging,…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 16, 20260Comments

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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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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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Do underarms really need a 10 step skincare routine

How to gently heal body acne and ingrown hairs

Acne scars fading? Natural fixes that actually deliver

Shade-matching sunscreen with blue light protection built in

The best and worst skin treatments for melanin rich skin

What dermatologists do when sun damage gets serious

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

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

Why sex may ease 5 common menopause symptoms

Dark circles under eyes: 4 causes and fixes that work

Black kids and sunburn: 5 myths parents get wrong