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American Academy of Dermatology
Patient-facing clinical guidance from the American Academy of Dermatology.
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- 10 hair care habits that can damage your hair ↗
- 10 skin care habits that can worsen acne ("6 to 8 weeks"; "3 to 4 months"). AAD ↗
- 10 ways to prevent face mask skin problems ↗
- 11 ways to reduce premature skin aging (sunscreen, moisturizer, gentle cleansing). AAD ↗
- 5 common sunscreen mistakes — and how to avoid them ↗
- 5 ways to use petroleum jelly ↗
- 7 reasons to treat acne early ↗
- 7 rosacea skin care tips dermatologists recommend. AAD ↗
- 9 things to try when acne won't clear ("4 to 6 weeks"; "two to three months or longer"). AAD ↗
- A dermatologist's guide to skincare ("consistency matters more than a 10-step routine"). AAD ↗
- Acne: Diagnosis and treatment (give treatment time; spread over whole area). AAD ↗
- Acne: Skin Care Tips ↗
- Acne: Who gets and causes ↗
- Adult acne treatment dermatologists recommend ↗
- American Academy of Dermatology issues updated guidelines for the management of acne ↗
- Atopic Dermatitis: Self-Care ↗
- Basic skin care. AAD ↗
- Dermatologists' top tips for relieving dry skin (creams/ointments; apply to damp skin). AAD ↗
- Do facial masks work, and should I add one to my skin care routine? ↗
- Do you have hair loss or hair shedding? ↗
- Dry Skin Relief ↗
- Dry skin: Overview ↗
- Eczema-friendly hair and skin care products ↗
- Face washing 101 (lukewarm water, gentle non-abrasive cleanser, no scrubbing). American Academy of Dermatology ↗
- Hair loss: Who gets and causes ↗
- Homemade sunscreens not effective ↗
- How to apply sunscreen (last step, ~15 min before, reapply q2h). AAD ↗
- How to control oily skin (gentle wash, oil-free moisturizer, no scrubbing). AAD ↗
- How to maximize results from anti-aging skin care products ("Start with one product"). AAD ↗
- How to pick the right moisturizer for your skin ↗
- How to prevent rosacea flare-ups ↗
- How to safely exfoliate at home ↗
- How to safely exfoliate at home (tailor to skin type; caution if using retinoids/BP). AAD ↗
- How to select a sunscreen ↗
- How to test skin care products ("apply twice daily for seven to 10 days"). AAD ↗
- How to Treat Eczema at Home ↗
- How your workout can affect your skin ↗
- Hyperhidrosis: Signs and symptoms ↗
- Is sunscreen safe? ↗
- Keratosis pilaris: Overview ↗
- Keratosis pilaris: Self-care ↗
- Keratosis pilaris: Who gets and causes ↗
- Melasma: Diagnosis and treatment (iron oxide / tinted sunscreen; 3-12 months). AAD ↗
- Patch testing can find what's causing your rash ↗
- Pimple popping: Why only a dermatologist should do it ↗
- Retinoid or retinol? — start every other night, build up slowly. American Academy of Dermatology ↗
- Introducing actives
- Routine combinations
- Starting retinoids without wrecking your face
- Retinol vs retinal vs adapalene: choosing your first retinoid
- How retinoids work
- AM vs. PM Skincare: What Actually Changes After Dark (and What's Just Habit)
- Men's Skincare Basics: The Honest, Minimalist Routine
- How to Introduce a New Active Without Wrecking Your Skin
- Rosacea: Diagnosis and treatment (every plan includes gentle cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen). AAD ↗
- Rosacea: Overview ↗
- Seborrheic dermatitis: Overview ↗
- Seborrheic dermatitis: Signs and symptoms ↗