The skin is also surprisingly insulin responsive. You may have heard that diabetes causes skin issues—people who have diabetes tend to have extremely dry, itchy skin; are prone to frequent skin infections, and can have trouble healing wounds. Insulin resistance is characterized by the inability of the cells to respond to insulin, resulting in poor absorption of glucose from … [Read more...]
Acne Scars: Types & Most Effective Treatment Options
By Dr. Thomas Griffin Acne is an extremely common skin problem. Affecting about 80% of people ages 11-30, acne affects more than the visual, and cosmetic appearance of the skin, but the mental well-being of those affected as well. While not every person affected by acne will have signs of the acne left on their skin, about 1 in 5 who have had acne will have some degree of … [Read more...]
Expert Advice on Treating Freckles Naturally
Freckles are a natural occurrence associated with your skin type, melanin levels, and sun exposure. Attempting to remove them, whether through chemical procedures or otherwise can damage your skin and remove its natural features. Why do freckles appear? Sunlight exposure The extra melanin is produced by skin cells to protect the skin from the sun. This is … [Read more...]
