Acne scars are permanent indentations or raised areas left behind after acne blemishes have healed. They form when the deeper layers of skin (dermis) are damaged during a breakout. The…

Actinic keratoses (AKs) are rough, scaly patches that develop on sun-exposed areas of the skin. They are considered precancerous, meaning they have the potential to develop into squamous cell carcinoma,…

Age spots, also known as solar lentigines, are flat, brown spots that appear on sun-exposed areas of the skin, like the face, hands, shoulders, and arms. They are caused by…

Alopecia refers to hair loss, but it's a broader term encompassing various types of hair loss with different causes. Androgenetic alopecia (common male/female pattern baldness) is one type of alopecia.…

Benign growths are noncancerous bumps that appear on the skin. Two common types are: Skin tags: Soft, flesh-colored or slightly darker, small, finger-like projections that typically appear on the neck,…

Birthmarks are colored marks on the skin that are present at birth or appear shortly thereafter. They can be classified into two main categories: vascular and pigmented. Vascular birthmarks: These…

Chickenpox scars are indented marks or pitted areas left on the skin after chickenpox infection. The varicella-zoster virus that causes chickenpox damages the skin, and as it heals, scarring can…

A dull complexion refers to a lack of radiance and glow in the skin, often appearing uneven in tone and lacking vitality. This can be caused by several factors that…

Enlarged pores are visible openings on the skin surface, often appearing larger on the nose, cheeks, and forehead. They are associated with sebaceous glands, which produce oil (sebum) to lubricate…

Excessive hair growth, also known as hirsutism, refers to the abnormal growth of coarse, dark hair in areas where women typically don't have such hair growth, such as the face,…