Skin Conditions

Learn all about self-care strategies and natural remedies that may help relieve psoriasis, a skin disease that affects about 7.5 million Americans.

Over 60 percent of people in the United States have varicose veins. Learn about herbs used for varicose veins.

Learn about natural remedies for shingles, including proteolytic enzymes, capsaicin cream, and tai chi.

Acne is an extremely common skin condition. Learn about natural treatments and home remedies for acne, including diet, nutrition, vitamins, herbs, and more.

Eczema is a chronic skin condition characterized by superficial skin inflammation, with diffuse redness, swelling, oozing, crusting, scaling, and itchiness.

Information about sunburn remedies for sunburn relief, such as aloe vera, oats, vinegar compresses, and more.

Information on natural treatments and home remedies for dandruff, including nutritional supplements, vitamins, diet, topical treatments, shampoos, herbs, and other holistic therapies.

Learn about natural home remedies for corns and calluses.

Aloe vera is used for a number of skin conditions. Learn the basics about aloe vera.

What is tea tree oil? Why is it used for acne? How is it done? What else do I need to know?

A reader asks, "Are there any home remedies that can get rid of dark circles under the eyes?"

Polypodium leucotomos is particularly promising as a sunscreen in pill form. It is also being explored for skin conditions such as vitiligo and psoriasis.

A reader asks, "Is there a remedy to prevent scars or for scar removal?"

Here are two remedies for athlete's foot.

Here are five tips to improve your skin, naturally.

What is resveratrol? What are the benefits of using it? Learn more.

What is biotin? Why do people use biotin for nails? What does it do and what are the possible side effects?

Find out about natural remedies for a burn, including aloe vera, honey, and calendula.

Natural remedies like tea tree oil and garlic may help clear up ringworm, a common skin condition.

Find out whether taking collagen supplements can fight aging and keep your skin supple.

Loaded with antioxidants, argan oil is said to save your skin from the effects of aging. Find out more about this healthy-fat-packed natural product.

What is emu oil? What are the benefits for skin, hair, and other health conditions? What forms are best and where can I find it?

A natural remedy used since ancient Egypt, castor oil may help treat constipation and arthritis and restore shine to your hair.

Packed with antioxidants, sea buckthorn may help heal eczema and other common skin troubles.

A natural compound sometimes used in skin care, DMAE may help fight fine lines and smooth your skin.

Find out whether probiotics (a type of beneficial bacteria found in fermented foods and sold in supplements) can help soothe symptoms of eczema.

When applied to the skin, podophyllum may help treat warts and a common complication of HIV.