Hair Care Articles by Internationally Recognised Dermatologists Updated : What is Dandruff Really? We have all seen people with those white flakes on their shoulders, but is it really just dandruff? Is it contagious? Can't they do something about it? Bad Hair Day? Tips for Dealing with Common Hair Problems We all have those days where no matter what we do, we can't control our hair. Below are some tips which will help you take better care of your hair... Hair Loss Part 2: Alopecia Areata Hair loss or "alopecia" can be scarring or not. "Alopecia Areata" is a form of non-scarring alopecia... Managing Dandruff - How to Treat Those Flakes Pityriasis capitis is an excess of white scales or skin flakes on the scalp that itches. It is caused by a yeast that is normally present on the skin that combines with the secretions of the oil glands... Hair Loss Part 1: Scarring Alopecias Alopecia refers to 'hair loss' and can be classified as scarring and non-scarring forms. This article will address scarring alopecias...

Managing Nail Infections Onychomycosis is an infection of the toe nails or finger nails by fungi. It can be very uncomfortable, even painful and embarrassing. The most common spot is the toenail, especially the big toe... Do You Have Sensitive Skin? Don't Stress About It! Is your skin easily damaged or irritated? Is your skin dry, delicate and prone to irritant or allergic reactions? Does your skin have a reduced tolerance to cold, heat, wind, temperature changes, or pollution? If you answer yes... The Facts About Cold Sores Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. There are two types of this virus and cold sores are usually caused by type 1 (known as HSV-1). The other type of herpes simplex virus, HSV-2, usually causes genital herpes. In general, we are infected with HSV-1 when we are children... Put Your Best Foot Forward At the gym and at the pool on your winter vacation, you always want to put your best foot forward. Here are some tips to prevent fungal infections - for healthily and better looking toe nails... Get Healthy Nails: Put Your Best Foot (or Hand) Forward Nail fungus is an infection that can be embarrassing when you want to put your best foot - or hand - forward. But no need to cringe when you want to shake hands with someone or you have to avoid your favorite sport because of pain... Foods, Nutrition and Eczema - Is There a Link? Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a chronic, recurring skin inflammation that appears as blisters that dry to become a scaly, itchy rash. People with eczema often have a personal or family history of allergic conditions... Eczema: The Itch That Rashes Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is an intense itch that can lead to insomnia, irritability and stress. When you scratch, it aggravates the rash and creates an itch-scratch-rash cycle that can lead to a thickening and roughness of the skin...