Hair Care Articles by Internationally Recognised Dermatologists Updated : What is Dandruff Really? We have all seen people with those white flakes on their shoulders, but is it really just dandruff? Is it contagious? Can't they do something about it? Managing Dandruff - How to Treat Those Flakes Pityriasis capitis is an excess of white scales or skin flakes on the scalp that itches. It is caused by a yeast that is normally present on the skin that combines with the secretions of the oil glands... Hair Loss Part 2: Alopecia Areata Hair loss or "alopecia" can be scarring or not. "Alopecia Areata" is a form of non-scarring alopecia... Bad Hair Day? Tips for Dealing with Common Hair Problems We all have those days where no matter what we do, we can't control our hair. Below are some tips which will help you take better care of your hair... Hair Loss Part 1: Scarring Alopecias Alopecia refers to 'hair loss' and can be classified as scarring and non-scarring forms. This article will address scarring alopecias...

Get Healthy Nails: Put Your Best Foot (or Hand) Forward Nail fungus is an infection that can be embarrassing when you want to put your best foot - or hand - forward. But no need to cringe when you want to shake hands with someone or you have to avoid your favorite sport because of pain... Foods, Nutrition and Eczema - Is There a Link? Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a chronic, recurring skin inflammation that appears as blisters that dry to become a scaly, itchy rash. People with eczema often have a personal or family history of allergic conditions... Eczema: The Itch That Rashes Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is an intense itch that can lead to insomnia, irritability and stress. When you scratch, it aggravates the rash and creates an itch-scratch-rash cycle that can lead to a thickening and roughness of the skin... Suffering from Excess Sweat? - Discover Your Treatment Options. It is sometimes said that men perspire, and ladies 'glow' - but for many, male or female, excess sweating is a medical condition which has in the past been difficult to control. Approximately 2-3% of the population suffers from excess sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis... Do You Have Sensitive Skin? Don't Stress About It! Is your skin easily damaged or irritated? Is your skin dry, delicate and prone to irritant or allergic reactions? Does your skin have a reduced tolerance to cold, heat, wind, temperature changes, or pollution? If you answer yes... No Sweat! A New Way To Control Excessive Sweat Almost every one sweats as a normal reaction to stress such as heat and exercise. However, some people sweat excessively underarms, on the hands or the feet, causing severe social and psychological embarrassment... Put Your Best Foot Forward At the gym and at the pool on your winter vacation, you always want to put your best foot forward. Here are some tips to prevent fungal infections - for healthily and better looking toe nails... Younger, Better Looking Skin - Tips to Keep You on Track Adults all over the world are thinking about their skin right now! Wrinkles, puffy eyes, dull complexion, are conditions that more than just several of us try to avoid...