Hives, also called urticaria, cause itchy, raised welts that may look skin-colored on medium and dark skin instead of pink or red, as they appear on light skin tones. Common triggers include allergies ...

Susan Bard, MD, is a board-certified general and procedural dermatologist with the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Treating melasma aims to reduce ...

Amber Glenn, a 26-year old figure skater out of Plano, Texas did more than give a record-shattering performance during her short program at the U.S. Nationals Figure Skating Championship. During her ...

Sun exposure can cause skin cells to overproduce melanin, which leads to dark spots. Hormonal changes, like pregnancy and menopause, can trigger skin discoloration. Using gentle, fragrance-free ...