Sebum is an oily substance that protect and hydrate the skin’s surface. It mixes with fat molecules, called lipids, to form a protective coating on the skin. The sebaceous glands produce sebum. It ...
Modulation of sebum secretion may therefore be an attractive therapeutic target not only for skin diseases, but also for infectious and metabolic diseases. "Quite apart from their importance in skin ...
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What You Need To Know About Oily Skin
Oily skin can appear waxy or greasy and may lead to acne, whiteheads, blackheads, and enlarged pores. Genetics, hormones, diet, environmental factors, and hygiene habits can contribute to oily skin, ...
What does our skin do for us? How about our hair and nails? And how do we help skin to function at its best? In this episode of Skincast, hosts Luke Johnson, MD and Michelle Tarbox, MD cover the ...
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How to Tell If You Have Congested Skin and How to Treat It
Congested skin occurs when there is a buildup of sebum (oil) and dead skin cells, which can clog the pores. It is common on ...
A viewer wants to know if there is anything they can do for a keratin plug, besides going to the dermatologist. Doctor Lacy Anderson shares the difference between a sebum plug and keratin plug, and ...
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