Do pimple patches actually work? Here's what the science says
You're standing in the skin care aisle, and pimple patches are everywhere—clear ones, flesh-colored ones, stars, hearts. They promise to flatten a pimple overnight.
Sep 16, 2026
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Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases: News and Research on Acneiform Eruptions
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Overdoing skincare in adolescence can do more harm than good, says dermatologist
More and more teenagers are using cosmetics intended for adults that contain active ingredients — yet overdoing skin care at this age can even make things worse. In adolescence, a poorly chosen skin care routine can lead ...
Jun 1, 2026
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Tea tree oil may affect fertility, the EU says—a pharmacologist explains why that's so misleading
The heady scent of tea tree is one of the iconic smells of the Australian bush. And the essential oils derived from tea trees have been used as medicines, first by Indigenous people, then by colonists.
Apr 27, 2026
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Pharmacy care clinics in Alberta handle common illnesses, easing pressure on doctors
The next time you need medical advice for a common ailment like acne, insomnia or pink eye, consider visiting your pharmacist. Pharmacists in Alberta have the widest scope of practice in Canada, and more than 100 new community ...
Apr 19, 2026
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New pill could change plaque psoriasis treatment
Folks with severe plaque psoriasis often have to choose between convenient pills that don't work very well or highly effective injections that come with the hassle of needles. That trade-off may soon change. New clinical ...
Apr 2, 2026
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Ignore the influencers: Simple showers are still best, say dermatologists
Listen to the influencers, skin-care specialists say, and your daily shower could do more harm than good.
Dec 15, 2025
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: The painful skin condition that can hide in plain sight
You may not give much thought to your armpits, apart from checking whether they need another swipe of deodorant. But this small, often overlooked patch of skin is one of the body's busiest crossroads. Beneath those folds ...
Nov 6, 2025
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Puberty: The signs, stages and when to see a doctor
Puberty is the time when children's bodies start to make hormones that lead to physical changes and signs of maturation.
Oct 30, 2025
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A guide to understanding and managing acne
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions seen in general practice. Acne vulgaris—the most prevalent form—affects more than 80% of teenagers and young adults (in some countries, it may be as many as 95%), and tends to ...
Oct 16, 2025
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Beauty sleep isn't a myth—a sleep medicine expert explains how rest keeps your skin healthy and youthful
Have you ever woken up after a night of poor sleep, glanced in the mirror and thought, "I look tired?"
Sep 15, 2025
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