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Skin, Hair and Wellness Insights

Each article is written and medically reviewed by Dr. Nikki D. Hill, MD, FAAD, so you can make informed decisions about your skin and hair care.

Dermatologist talking with a patient about skin picking and hair pulling habits during an unhurried office visit

16.October 2018.

BFRB: Spreading Awareness & Providing Treatment

Achieve confident, healthy skin by understanding and addressing Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors. Tailoring treatment plans as per individual lifestyle, focusing on personal triggers.

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Dermatologist using a dermatoscope on the crown of a woman's scalp to check for central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia

16.October 2018.

Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

Explore Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA), a primary inflammatory condition causing progressive hair loss. Read about its potential causes & effective treatments.

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Aesthetician applying a TCA chemical peel solution with gauze to a client's cleansed face in a treatment room

16.October 2018.

Chemical Peel: Trichloracetic acid (TCA)

Learn how a TCA chemical peel is applied, from patch testing and skin prep to frosting, neutralizing and the sun protection your skin needs after a peel.

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Plant-based meal with avocado, kale, chia seeds, almonds and walnuts rich in nutrients for healthy hair and skin

16.October 2018.

Consider This Before Going Vegan!

Discover how a mindful vegan diet can enhance skin health and promote hair growth. Understand the potential risks for nutrient deficiencies and ways to balance them.

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Nuts, seeds, green tea and avocado on a table, foods discussed for balancing DHT and supporting hair growth

16.October 2018.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) & Hair Loss

Discover the role of DHT in hair loss and dietary changes that may help. Learn about DHT blockers, testosterone and how DHT affects your hair follicles.

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Whole-food meal with lean protein, eggs, leafy greens and nuts that supply nutrients for healthy hair growth

16.October 2018.

Fad Diets, Poor Diet, and Hair!

Explore the link between fad diets and hair health. Understand how a poor diet can lead to inflammation, poor hair quality and hair loss, and discover what your hair needs nutritionally.

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Dermatologist examining firm bumps along the back of a man's lower hairline during an acne keloidalis nuchae exam

16.October 2018.

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatments of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN), a type of folliculitis leading to chronic scarring and permanent alopecia.

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Strands of hair floating and sinking in a glass of water, a simple at-home test for low and high hair porosity

16.October 2018.

Hair Porosity

Discover the role of hair porosity in moisture retention and the best hair care routine for your low or high porosity hair, from steaming to sealing oils.

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