Flossing does far more than remove food stuck between teeth. Biologically, flossing disrupts plaque biofilm, a sticky ...

While it may be quicker to squeeze the life out of a zit, this Georgia-based woman learned it’s not always the safest ...

In the 17th century, patches were used to conceal blemishes like the scars left by diseases like smallpox or even syphilis.

Snoopy tackles acne with a new collection from Starface. The latest collaboration — limited-edition Hydro-Star Pimple Patches and signature compact — is available at Ulta, featuring Snoopy all bundled ...

Do you wake up in the middle of the night and need to drink water? Or notice that your mouth constantly feels like it’s filled with cotton balls? You might have dry mouth (a.k.a. xerostomia), an oral ...

Health officials in the mid-Atlantic region have recently reported a rise in hand, foot and mouth disease, or HFMD. What is hand, foot and mouth disease, and what causes it? How is it spread? What are ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Most of us have heard of pimple patches, those circular bandage-like ...

Pimple patches seem to be soaring in popularity—and a newly invented type that makes zits disappear without pain or irrtitation in mere days could soon be all the rage. Researchers have created a ...

Waking up with a pimple is no longer cause for panic, thanks to pimple patches — small, sticker-like bandages that cover and help heal the unwanted zit. A team of researchers publishing in ACS Applied ...

Healing acne takes time, so when it comes to finding the right treatment options, it should come as no surprise there aren’t too many quick fixes. But when it comes to spot treatments, there’s one ...

Any chronic condition can be an emotional journey, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is no exception. Its effects on the body are often so visible, it’s no wonder why it can take such a heavy toll.

Thanks to pimple patches printed in fun shapes and colors, you can wear a face full of stickers instead of angry breakouts. They’re cute and camoflauging, yes, but how do pimple patches work? Or do ...