Swelling on the skin's surface can indicate more significant immune system problems like autoimmune disease or allergic reactions. Skin barrier damage is not a cosmetic problem. Rather ...

“Broken skin barriers” are real. They’re the subject of great interest from " skinfluencers " on TikTok, but they’re also ...

Many skin conditions appear differently in melanated skin, leading to misdiagnosis and poor treatment. Understanding these ...

Stanford scientists discovered that a harmless skin bacterium triggers a powerful immune response. By tweaking a bacterial ...

Researchers have revealed how Staphylococcus aureus bacteria extract iron from hemoglobin—a process crucial to their survival ...

Beneath the Surface is a video series in which Joel M. Gelfand, MD, MSCE, Healio Dermatology Chief Medical Editor, discusses hot topics in the field with leading experts.In the first of a three-part ...

Head of woman receiving spa treatment - she has round compresses over her eyes is having a facial ... [+] treatment applied to her forehead with two wooden sticks. (Photo by Edward Oleksak/Conde ...

By supporting the skin’s barrier function and regulating immune responses, probiotics reduce the likelihood of new breakouts. Over time, consistent use strengthens the skin, making it more ...