While scratching an itch can worsen skin allergies, it can also improve the body’s defense mechanism against certain bacterial infections.

Makeup company L’Oréal S.A. issued a recall on all lots of acne cream Effaclar Duo due to concern that benzene, a known carcinogen, is in the product. One year ago Valisure, an independent ...

L’Oreal SA is recalling all lots of its acne treatment Effaclar Duo in the US because of concern that the creams are contaminated with benzene, a known carcinogen. L’Oreal’s Effaclar Duo ...

Many everyday things can trigger extra melanin in people who have darker skin tones. Dark spots and patches often appear when: A pimple or patch of psoriasis clears. A wound caused by an insect bite, ...

Cystic-acne sufferers know that a cyst is not the same beast as your garden-variety pimple. While whitehead pimples sit on the surface of the skin (which, though unsightly, means they’re easier ...

“I’m almost too comfortable with sharing, saying I've been divorced twice or I did this or I have a zit or whatever. It's my defense mechanism to just be so overly honest.” That ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more If you have acne-prone skin or struggle with breakouts, you may know the benefits of retinol or pimple ...

Cuts, acne or even minor abrasions can become breeding ... Impetigo (bacterial skin infection) Staph-related conditions that require medical attention For those who already struggle with skin ...

Tiny blood vessels, pimples, and pustules sometimes ... People with eczema are at increased risk of developing skin infections, especially with Staphylococcus aureus. Eczema can crop up anywhere, ...

One lot of product was affected. Product tested positive for staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as staph. As flu season trudges on and allergy season approaches, an untimely new recall prompts ...

A batch of SinuCleanse nasal wash has been recalled nationwide due to Staphylococcus aureus contamination. The bacteria can cause staph infections, which can have serious and potentially life ...

Treatment may depend on the cause. An acne pimple develops when an oil gland becomes blocked and inflamed. A pimple is a small, swollen bump. It may have a whitish top, which indicates that it ...