New technologies are making it easier to treat acne scarring, according to a major review article in the October 2011 issue of The International Society of Dermatology. This is good news for the millions of Americans of all ages whose skin...

Substances in red grapes may block sunburn-related chemical changes in skin cells—changes that lead to damaged skin—a team of Spanish researchers has found. Substances in red grapes may block sunburn-related chemical changes in skin cells—changes that lead to damaged skin—a team...

Sunlight is a major source of vitamin D for humans. People with very pale skin may need to take vitamin D supplements to meet their body’s health needs, reports a recent British study. The need for the supplements arises, according to the...

We found no evidence that exclusive breastfeeding for four months or longer protects against eczema. Breastfeeding a baby for at least four months does not appear to reduce the chances of the baby eventually developing eczema, European researchers have found. This is...