Researchers have identified a way of selectively eliminating the ‘bad’ immune cells that contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, while leaving the ‘good’ cells intact. The discovery could lead to ...

Excoriation disorder, also known as dermatillomania, is a skin-picking condition. People with excoriation disorder will pick, scrape, rub, scratch, or pull at their skin, sometimes to the point where ...

There are two types of skin pigmentation disorders: hyperpigmentation, in which the skin produces too much melanin, and hypopigmentation, in which the skin produces too little melanin. Skin ...

Air pollution contributes to skin aging, atopic dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, hair loss, and skin cancer through oxidative stress and inflammation. Particulate matter and gaseous pollutants disrupt ...

Discover how skin barrier damage leads to irritation and breakouts, emphasizing the importance of protection over excessive ...

In 2025, the most-read Healio story on skin disorders was about the impact dietary diversity during pregnancy has on the risk ...

Most children with chronic skin diseases — such as acne, alopecia, eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo — experience mental health and social challenges related to their condition, which can include ...

Melasma is a skin condition with brown, blue, or freckle spots that form what is often called “the mask of pregnancy.” It’s a dark, mask-like mark that is common, painless, and typically goes away ...

Red or purple spots on your skin may be hives or acne. However, they can also indicate a health condition, including an infection or autoimmune disease. Your skin’s health and appearance shift ...

A global study finds that almost half of all people with conditions like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and acne are unable to sleep well at night, which can leave them struggling to perform well at ...