Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Hyperpigmentation (skin that is darker than the surrounding skin) in the underarms can have several causes. Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a common cause. AN ...

Thin skin is a result of thinning of the outermost layer of the skin, called the epidermis. It is most common in older adults. Thin skin is usually most visible on the face, arms, and hands. A person ...

Dermatitis refers to skin inflammation. Types include atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and dishydrotic dermatitis. Symptoms may include dry skin, itchiness ...

Thanks to a variety of factors like aging, weight loss and sun damage, skin can adopt a similar texture, especially on areas like the neck. We corresponded with dermatologists who revealed that ...

Smokers in their 40s display facial wrinkles similar to those of non-smokers in their 60s, and as smokers enter their 50s their skin looks leathery. But such statistics have not deterred some of ...

In almost a decade as a beauty writer, I’ve spent a not-insignificant amount of time testing lotions on my uncomfortably dry skin. I’ve sourced recommendations from dermatologists, shower ...

In people with darker skin tones, dark neck may appear leathery. Also known as “black neck,” this hyperpigmentation on the neck is typically not a cause for concern and is not contagious. In some ...

Setting off on a ride without my neck warmer in the colder months reminds me what a big job that little bit of kit actually does. Even with base layers, layered jackets and heated gloves ...

You may develop cellulitis anywhere on the skin. It typically appears on one lower leg in adults and on the face or neck in children. Cellulitis is a medical emergency that requires prompt treatment.

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Gold Bond’s Neck & Chest Firming Cream ($8) is ideal for ...

Some people believe it may benefit their skin, though research on its benefits is limited and based mainly on animal studies. Although the research on its effectiveness is limited, studies show ...