Skin and Rashes
Skin and rashes, you will find practical information written by experts about skin and rashes in text, video and images. You will also be able to ask your questions or comments in each article so that our community can help you.
50 articles
![Why Have I suddenly Developed Freckles?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/7/8/why_have_i_suddenly_developed_freckles_12874_300_150.jpg)
Freckles are brown or beige, flat, circular spots that usually develop on skin which is sun-exposed. People that carry fair complexions and red hair often have higher chances of developing freckles. Freckles may appear on children as young as 1-2 years of age. These freckles may appear in various colors,...
![How to Remove Lipoma](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/7/7/how_to_remove_lipoma_12771_300_150.jpg)
Lipoma is a fatty tissue growth developing slowly between the skin and the layer of muscle underneath. When you touch it, it often feels like dough due to the way you can press it lightly with your finger. Irrespective of age or gender, anyone can have a lipoma, but it is rarely seen in children. Although...
![Best Home Remedies for Skin rashes](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/3/7/best_home_remedies_for_skin_rashes_12734_300_150.jpg)
Do you have hives or a rash on your body and want to cure them naturally? Or even better,in the comfort of your own home? Most of the time, a rash appears due to environmental factors or contact with elements that can cause reactions or irritation of the skin. If the rash is widespread, if it stings...
![How To Treat Different Types Of Wounds](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/9/6/how_to_treat_different_types_of_wounds_12691_300_150.jpg)
The human body is resilient. It has ways of protecting us from injury. Even if we do get injured, it has its own incredible system of healing. Minor wounds can damage your skin cells, but they can heal within a few days with time and little treatment. Most wounds are shallow and are limited to the outer...
![How To Get Rid Of Keloid Scars](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/9/6/how_to_get_rid_of_keloid_scars_12697_300_150.jpg)
A keloid or a keloid scar is a tough heaped up scar which is risen above the rest of the skin surface. Usually, it has a smooth top and it is purple or pink in color. It has an irregular shape and continues to enlarge over time. Although a keloid is benign and can be left untreated, it can provide a cosmetic...
![My Belly Button Smells - All Possible Reasons](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/9/5/my_belly_button_smells_all_possible_reasons_12598_300_150.jpg)
There are different areas of the body that, due to their disposition and shape, have a tendency to smell bad. Discharge, the armpits or the navel are clear examples of those areas that, if they are not washed regularly and in a correct way, can end up causing bad smell.
But not only hygiene, or lack...
![Scabs on Scalp: Causes and Treatment](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/9/5/scabs_on_scalp_causes_and_treatment_12592_300_150.jpg)
Scabs are a result of the 'proliferative phase' of wound healing. This is when the cells which are able to heal the wound start to go to work. Having a scab on your head can be unsightly or even completely invisible, depending on the size of scab and length of hair. Some may be from mild cuts and abrasions,...
![A Hard Lump Behind The Ear: Possible Causes](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/7/5/a_hard_lump_behind_the_ear_possible_causes_12579_300_150.jpg)
Having a hard lump behind the ear is quite common and there can be various causes for it. While some of the lumps are negligible, others may require immediate medical attention. If you have a lump behind your ear, you will need to find out its cause. Once you identify the cause, you can determine whether...
![8 Critical Cold Sore Stages](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/7/5/8_critical_cold_sore_stages_12578_300_150.jpg)
Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, herpes labialis or oral herpes, are a kind of infection which affect lips or the area around the mouth. They are caused by HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus 1). Cold sores may take as long as 2-3 weeks to heal completely, but the virus causing them will still be laying...
![How long Does Eosinophilic Folliculitis last? The Answer](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/6/4/how_long_does_eosinophilic_folliculitis_last_the_answer_12465_300_150.jpg)
Eosinophilic folliculitis is a recurrent skin disease most commonly occurring in HIV positive individuals for unknown causes. It may also affect HIV negative individuals with the name of Ofuji disease, which is why the cause for Eosinophillic Folliculitis will determine how long it lasts, although it can...
![How does Tanning Help Psoriasis - Everything you Need to Know](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/6/4/how_does_tanning_help_psoriasis_everything_you_need_to_know_12460_300_150.jpg)
Psoriasis is a skin condition that results from an auto-immune disease in which too many skin cells are produced in the system. These extra cells accumulate on the skin surface, causing red welts that appear as raised, thick, silvery scales on different parts of the body. These welts are itchy and painful...
![Why does my Skin Itch after a Shower? - The Answer](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/1/4/why_does_my_skin_itch_after_a_shower_the_answer_12418_300_150.jpg)
Coming home after a long day's work and showering is one of the great pleasures of life that we do not pay enough attention to. We can even use certain techniques to make it a more relaxing shower.
Other people need to shower in the morning to start a new day with energy and freshness. Whichever is...
![What is the Cure for Balanitis?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/1/4/what_is_the_cure_for_balanitis_12412_300_150.jpg)
Often the cure for balanitis is simply regular and thorough cleaning of the affected area. As this area is the penis, it is understandable you may be concerned. On the most sensitive part of your most sensitive area, a red skin rash appears. It presents as a red rash on the head of the penis (the glans...
![Why Do I Feel Pain Under my Armpit - All Possible Reasons](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/9/3/why_do_i_feel_pain_under_my_armpit_all_possible_reasons_12398_300_150.jpg)
Although it's not the most common type of pain, the armpits may suffer from pain for a variety of reasons. The fact that it's such a sensitive area and is close to the breast may make you worry if you feel sharp pain or notice the area is sore. Whether there's a lump under your armpit or not, you will...
![The Best Natural Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/7/3/the_best_natural_treatments_for_scalp_psoriasis_12379_300_150.jpg)
Scalp psoriasis is a very common skin condition. Psoriasis is characterized by an itchy feeling accompanied sometimes by pain in the scalp. Psoriasis is caused by the skin regenerating in a period of days rather than the typical month. The skin multiplies too fast and it can become irritated, causing...
![Home Remedies for Psoriasis on Face](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/7/3/home_remedies_for_psoriasis_on_face_12375_300_150.jpg)
Psoriasis is an autoimmune system related disorder characterized by flaky, red patches on skin. Even though the symptoms are visible on the skin, the problem is actually hidden deep inside. T-cells, a type of WBCs, are responsible for giving you psoriasis, as these cells are designed to protect you...
![Is Balanitis Contagious?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/0/3/is_balanitis_contagious_12309_300_150.jpg)
Balanitis is a disease which works similarly to yeast infections, except it solely affects the glans penis of a male penis. The glans penis is the bulbous head of a penis which is covered in foreskin if uncircumcised. As balanitis is often caused by fungal infection, cleanliness is an issue. Uncircumcised...
![Why is There a Mole on Your Scalp?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/6/2/why_is_there_a_mole_on_your_scalp_12261_300_150.jpg)
If you are reading this oneHOWTO article it is likely because you are concerned about a mole or growth on your skin. While it is good to be concerned about any potential health risk, you should know that the majority of moles are completely benign (i.e. harmless). You may this that the moles on your...
![What Fabrics Make you Sweat more](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/9/1/what_fabrics_make_you_sweat_more_12195_300_150.jpg)
When summers strike, we all tend to sweat. Some people sweat a little more than others, but that’s fine. Actually, sweat is a good thing to happen, as it opens up your pores and releases toxins out. But sweating at the wrong times can make things worse and even embarrass you. You would not want those...
![How to Use Turmeric for Psoriasis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/3/1/how_to_use_turmeric_for_psoriasis_12134_300_150.jpg)
You can use turmeric to cure psoriasis by ingesting curcumin capsules, drinking turmeric milk, or applying turmeric paste on your skin.
Turmeric is used in Ayurveda to treat a variety of diseases, but it is especially recommended for skin problems, to lighten the skin, and to remove hair easily. But did...
![How to Treat a Blood Blister](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/8/7/9/how_to_treat_a_blood_blister_4978_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Blood blisters are red fluid-filled bumps under the skin. When a mild injury is sustained, such as a pinch, blood is released from the blood vessels and forms a fluid filled sac. The best way to prevent blood blisters is to lower the risk of knocking parts of your body against objects.
For instance,...
![How to Use Sulphur for Scabies](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/7/9/how_to_use_sulphur_for_scabies_11973_300_150.jpg)
Spread through skin contact from one person to the other, scabies is a skin condition that is so itchy that it will drive you crazy. Cause is a barely visible, tiny, 8-legged mite called sarcoptes scabei. This mite is so contagious that it can transfer from a person even through a casual handshake. Then...
![Indian Home Remedies for Baby Eczema](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/4/0/indian_home_remedies_for_baby_eczema_9043_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
medium difficulty
Indian home remedies have proven effective with a number of skin problems, and baby eczema is one of them. Baby eczema is a condition that usually occurs during the first 5 years of a child's life, manifesting itself in a reddening of the skin characterized by thickening, tenderness and scaling in it. This...
![What Causes Fatty Lumps Under Skin](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/5/1/what_causes_fatty_lumps_under_skin_10156_300_150.jpg)
Sometimes small, round fatty lumps may appear under our skin. It is normal to be concerned with large fatty lumps, but generally these so-called sebaceous cysts are an inflammation of the hair follicles, i.e. the small sacs in which cells and other oily substances are formed. If you commonly suffer from...
![How to Treat Psoriasis and Eczema Naturally with Hemp Oil](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/3/how_to_treat_psoriasis_and_eczema_naturally_with_hemp_oil_11389_300_150.jpg)
There is a good news for people who have psoriasis or eczema: you can treat them naturally using hemp oil or cream. Psoriasis and eczema are two conditions whose causes haven't been discovered yet. They are probably linked to both physical and mental factors. While it is hard to focus on the causes,...
![How to Prevent Pilonidal Cysts](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/3/how_to_prevent_pilonidal_cysts_10362_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
medium difficulty
A pilonidal cyst, also known as pilonidal sinus, appears in the sacrococcygeal area, in the middle of back and very close to the inter-gluteal cleft. These cysts occur when a hair enters the subcutaneous tissue and a cyst is formed around the hair to isolate it. It tends to happen to people between 15...
![How to Remove Fatty Lumps](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/6/6/how_to_remove_fatty_lumps_10660_300_150.jpg)
Fatty lumps are cysts that grow under the skin. They are generally benign, and disappear on their own if you lead a healthy lifestyle. However, they are still unsightly and sometimes annoying. They can appear anywhere on our body and not always due to a particular cause, so we are not exempt from suffering...
![Why Fungal Infections Occur and Are So Difficult to Treat](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/6/6/why_fungal_infections_occur_and_are_so_difficult_to_treat_10661_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
low difficulty
Fungi are microbes that live on our skin and in our dead tissue such as the scalp or nails. Fungal infections on skin begin with a small fungal infection rash of red bumps that gradually grows larger and becomes itchy. When fungal infections occur, they can then reach all areas of the body. Although fungal...
![How to Treat Red Bumps on Arms Naturally](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/3/4/5/how_to_treat_red_bumps_on_arms_naturally_10543_300_150.jpg)
The red bumps that appear on our upper arms are medically known as keratosis pilaris, a harmless skin condition. This condition doesn't usually cause any symptoms on the sufferer aside from itchiness in the area, however, it is quite unsighty and the majority of sufferers want to get rid of it. While there...
![How to Tell the Difference between Rosacea and Lupus](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/2/5/how_to_tell_the_difference_between_rosacea_and_lupus_10525_300_150.jpg)
Photosensitive skin conditions rosacea and lupus have lots of common symptoms like facial redness and photosensitve skin. Both skin conditions even show elevated antinuclear antibodies in blood tests. Due to these similarities sometimes dermatologists get confused between rosacea and lupus. But wrong diagnosis...
![What are the Red Bumps on my Upper Arms](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/2/5/what_are_the_red_bumps_on_my_upper_arms_10520_300_150.jpg)
With the warm weather approaching, you surely will like to wear shorts and sleeveless shirts. But when you start using summer clothes, you might notice little red bumps on your upper arms. These bumps don't usually cause any symptoms aside from light itchiness, but they are hard to eliminate. Cleansers and...
![How to Tell the Difference between Eczema and Rosacea](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/8/4/how_to_tell_the_difference_between_eczema_and_rosacea_10487_300_150.jpg)
People often confuse between the skin conditions eczema and rosacea. This is because both their symptoms are very similar. In both skin conditions redness and swelling occurs. However, it is important to tell the difference between the two because the inappropriate treatment could make the condition worse....
![How to Sweat Less](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/4/0/how_to_sweat_less_10049_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Sweat, as well as being annoying, is a cause for concern for many people. Those who sweat excessively feel uncomfortable and insecure; they tend to think that the whole world is staring at them, though this is rarely the case. It is a complex that can eventually lead to insecurity, especially at times...
![Home Remedies for Skin Fungal Infections](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/8/6/home_remedies_for_skin_fungal_infections_9682_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Although they are more common in areas such as nails, feet or armpits, where higher humidity and sweating is observed, fungi can affect the skin of any part of the body. There are lots of different types of fungal infections, but they all involve a change in skin colour, alongside symptoms such as peeling,...
![4 Simple Ways to Recognize a Melanoma](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/9/1/4_simple_ways_to_recognize_a_melanoma_10196_300_150.jpg)
Almost everyone has moles and for the most part they are harmless. However it is important to recognize changes in your mole as they can be warning signs that a melanoma may be developing.
This OneHowTo article sets out four simple ways to identify whether your mole could be a melanoma and when to...
![Why do I Have Red Spots on my Face](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/8/2/why_do_i_have_red_spots_on_my_face_9280_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
There are many people who wonder on a daily basis why they have red spots on their face. The truth is that this is a question that has many answers. The type of imperfection, colour, texture and size can help determine the causes behind it. Many factors can contribute to spots, sometimes it can be symptomatic...
![How to Cure a Skin Fungal Infection](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/1/2/how_to_cure_a_skin_fungal_infection_9214_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Fungi are microorganisms that live in different places, including the human body. They can appear for different reasons and cause different symptoms such as skin irritation and redness that can lead to infections. These infections are usually found in moist areas of our body, since these are the areas...
![Home Remedies for Seborrheic Dermatitis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/1/home_remedies_for_seborrheic_dermatitis_9189_300_150.jpg)
Seborrheic dermatitis is a condition that affects the greasy areas of the skin such as the scalp, the inner ear and face. This condition causes white or yellow-coloured skin flakes and in some cases may cause redness in the affected area. It is a chronic condition, meaning it is for life but is controllable...
![How To Treat Inverse Psoriasis](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/3/4/how_to_treat_inverse_psoriasis_6430_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
medium difficulty
Inverse psoriasis, sometimes called flexural psoriasis, is a form of the disease that affects areas of the body where there are skin folds. Armpits, the genital area and the area below a woman's breasts are likely to get reverse psoriasis. Instead of the classic rash similar to acne that occurs with...
![Effective Natural Treatments For Psoriasis](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/4/4/effective_natural_treatments_for_psoriasis_6449_300_150.jpg)
Psoriasis is a common skin condition which causes thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that can be painful. It is caused by a malfunction of the immune system and overproduction of the skin cells responsible for renewing skin layers. Rashes or sores caused by psoriasis usually appear on the elbows,...
![What Are The Early Symptoms Of Shingles](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/6/0/what_are_the_early_symptoms_of_shingles_6067_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Herpes zoster, known as shingles because of its appearance, is an infection that is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox ('varicella-zoster'). Once a patient has had chickenpox, the virus remains dormant in certain nerves in the body and is reactivated when herpes zoster appears. Specifically, rashes in...
![What To Eat If You Have Candida](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/8/0/what_to_eat_if_you_have_candida_6089_300_150.jpg)
Candida is a fungus that lives in the vaginal flora, urinary tract, mouth, throat and intestines and in correct levels, does not cause any inconvenience to our health. But when our immune system is weakened or affected, their presence may increase giving rise to the infection known as candida, vaginal yeast infection...
![Why Do You Get Candidiasis? - Guide To Vaginal Yeast Infection](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/1/7/why_do_you_get_candidiasis_guide_to_vaginal_yeast_infection_5710_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Fungal infections caused by the yeast Candida abicans are very common and usually appear in moist parts of the body such as the oral cavity or in intimate areas. When this infection occurs in the vagina it is called vaginal candidiasis or vaginal yeast infection, and between its frequent symptoms we...
![How to Treat Oral Thrush in Babies and Young Children](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/8/8/how_to_treat_oral_thrush_in_babies_and_young_children_6887_300_150.jpg)
Oral thrush is another word for a bacterial infection which affects the mucous membranes of the mouth. Known scientifically as oral candidiasis, getting its name from the candida albicans bacteria, there are many different forms of oral thrush. Its appearance can range from a frothy scum type appearance...
![How To Remove Warts With Garlic](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/9/1/how_to_remove_warts_with_garlic_2197_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
Are you looking for a natural way to remove warts? There are many home remedies that can help you get rid of these unsightly bumps without resorting to chemicals. Garlic is one of these natural products that can help you get rid of warts at home, so don't wait to learn more about it in this OneHowTo article:...
![Can you cure vitiligo with aloe vera?](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/1/1/can_you_cure_vitiligo_with_aloe_vera_3110_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Do you suffer from vitiligo or you know someone close who has this disease? Have you ever wondered if aloe vera can help improve this condition? In this OneHowTo article we explain what we know about the aloe vera's ability to cure vitiligo.
![How to remove warts with thread](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/3/5/how_to_remove_warts_with_thread_1537_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
Warts are benign skin lesions that can appear anywhere on the body especially the face, neck, armpits or groin. Whatever the cause, a virus, a hormone imbalance, or simply rubbing against the skin, the truth is that warts are unsightly. Therefore, we propose another natural method and one which is not...
![How to remove warts naturally with aloe vera](https://t1.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/5/how_to_remove_warts_naturally_with_aloe_vera_1555_300_150.jpg)
low difficulty
Warts can be removed with natural remedies and in this OneHowTo.com article we will tell you how to use aloe vera as a solution to put an end unwanted skin warts. Aloe vera is a plant with extraordinary therapeutic properties and can be used for all kinds of treatments. So on OneHowTo.com we will explain...
![What are the Stages of a Cold Sore?](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/7/2/what_are_the_stages_of_a_cold_sore_1270_300_150.jpg)
Herpes is a very common skin condition caused by the herpes simplex virus. While there is a link between herpes and sexual activity, this is commonly from type 2 herpes simplex (HSV-2) which affects the genitals. Cold sores, the nasty and often painful blisters which can appear around your lips and mouth,...
![How To Get Rid Of Scabies Fast](https://t2.uc.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/6/9/how_to_get_rid_of_scabies_fast_966_300_150.jpg)
medium difficulty
Scabies is a resistant mite that lays eggs and reproduces quickly, causing the victim to suffer continuously. The term scabies comes from the latin word "scabere", which means scratching. This condition is described as the seven year itch, although the infection's duration can be bigger if you don't ask...