Lydia Shedlofsky, DO

11 Ways to Lighten Your Skin Fast without Chemicals

Lots of products claim to safely lighten your skin a few shades, but most contain harsh chemicals that can actually damage or darken your skin over time—are there any gentle, natural solutions? As it turns out, you pro...

How to Treat Bartholin Cysts at Home (Plus, When to Seek Medical Care)

Bartholin cysts usually clear up on their own, but here’s what you can do to speed up the process The Bartholin's gland provides the fluid that lubricates your vagina—if an opening gets clogged, that fluid can back u...

How to

Get Rid of Dark Armpits

If you've trashed all your tank tops and keep covered up because of dark armpits, know you don't have to stay that way. There are several ways to lighten dark patches of underarm skin. To get rid of dark armpits using ho...

Get Rid of Skin Tags Safely: 12 Home Remedies & OTC Products

The easiest and most reliable ways to remove pesky skin tags Have you discovered a soft, flesh-colored flap of skin growing from your neck, armpit, or groin? Skin tags, also known as ''acrochordons'', usually appear on ...

How to

Get a Boil to Come to a Head

Boils develop when you have an infection in a hair follicle or oil gland. They can be very uncomfortable, so you likely want your boil to go away fast.. 30 September 2020. While you shouldn’t try to pop your boil, whic...

How to

Close Blackhead Holes

If you’ve ever had blackheads on your face, then you’ve probably noticed holes on your skin after they’re removed. These are just enlarged pores, and they should heal on their own. However, if this is taking too lo...

How to Make Your Own Colloidal Oatmeal and Run an Oatmeal Bath

If you're trying to soothe itchy or dry skin, an oatmeal bath is a must! Colloidal oatmeal is simply finely-ground oats, and the baths are generally gentle and safe for everyone (including children and babies). In this a...

An Expert Guide to Dermarolling for Beginners

Get rid of wrinkles, scars, and dark spots with a derma rollerReady to get gorgeous, glowing skin? A derma roller might be just what you need. This device has a bunch of tiny needles on it that create super small holes ...

How to

Clear Dark Knuckles

Dark skin on the knuckles can be frustrating to treat. Even though common knowledge suggests that washing your hands more frequently or using bleaching products could help, these can actually irritate the skin and make t...

How to

Pop a Boil

Boils (medically referred to as furuncles) are painful, pus-filled red bumps that develop under the skin when bacteria infect and inflame one or more hair follicles or oil glands. Boils are relatively common and typicall...

How to

Do a Facial at Home

A good facial leaves your facial skin smooth, bright, and flushed. It's fun to get a facial at a spa, but you can get the same great results in the comfort of your home without spending any money. Start by thoroughly cle...

How to

Get Rid of a Rash Under Breasts

A breast rash is the irritation and redness that usually occurs on the skin under the breasts. Breast rash may occur as a result of wearing a bra that doesn't fit well or excessive sweating below the breasts. A breast ra...

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Use Green Tea on Your Face to Achieve Prettier Skin

You probably know that drinking green tea is good for you, but did you know it can help your skin? You can use green tea to make your own skincare products or add it to your favorite cleanser to help your complexion and ...

How to Recognize and Treat Carbuncles at Home

If you’ve ever had a boil, then you know how painful they can be. Carbuncles are basically a group of boils, but just like a single boil, they can be effectively managed and treated. In fact, they’ll actually clear ...

How to

Take a Detox Bath

Sweating is your body's natural way of detoxifying. Soaking in hot water can assist in pulling harmful toxins from your skin. Detox baths can also help ease sore muscles. This ancient remedy assists your body in eliminat...

How to

Clear Darkened Inner Thighs

If you’re bothered by darker patches of skin on your inner thighs, you aren’t alone! Many people experience this issue for several different reasons, from chafing to hormonal imbalances. Try using ingredients you mos...

How to Get Rid of the Smell under Your Breasts

Summer is everyone’s favorite time of year, but not when it comes with sweaty, smelly underboobs. Breast sweat is completely normal, and it’s something many people will deal with anytime they sweat. Fortunately, ther...

How to

Treat Intertrigo

If you've noticed an itchy rash between the folds of your skin, it could be intertrigo. This rash is caused by a fungus or bacteria and can appear anywhere your skin rubs together and traps wetness.. 11 November 2020. Wh...

How to

Identify and Treat Ringworm

Ringworm, or tinea corporis, is a fungal infection of the skin that is not caused by worms. Ringworm often starts as an itchy, reddish, ring-shaped rash that can be anywhere on your body. You can easily treat a mild case...

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Drain a Cyst

Cysts on the surface of your skin can be irritating and painful. While it may be tempting to pop or puncture these cysts to drain them, doing so can lead to infections and scarring. If you have a cyst that is bothering y...