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Pao Zhi: The Art of Preparing Chinese Herbs

Herbs and Botanicals
The different methods of preparing traditional Chinese medicine herbs
Two old kettles boiling on the stove

Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Organ Based Philosophy

Chinese Medicine Basics
TCM view of organs on overall health differs from western medicine
internal organs model for chinese medicine

Is it a Callus or a Wart?

Diagnosis and Details
Both are considered non-cancerous skin lesions and the differences between warts and callues are subtle
hands and feet of woman standing on rocks

An Overview of Acupuncture

Chinese Medicine Basics
A TCM therapy to balance qi (chi)
​Acupuncture needles placed on the back with practitioner hand visible

Six Causes for Scalp Scaling and Flaking

Diagnosis and Details
What is causing your itchy scalp? 
Woman with dry scalp scratching head wearing striped shirt and denim jacket standing in forest

Scalp Scaling: Dandruff vs Psoriasis vs Eczema

Diagnosis and Details
Different reasons for a scaly and itchy scalp
man wearing sunglasses scratching scalp psoriasis

Overview of Philosophy and Approach of Naturopathic Skin Therapies

Naturopathy Basics
Naturopathic medicine involves a natural approach to medical treatment
Food and herbs for naturopathic skin therapy

Mycophenolate Mofetil And Its Use in Autoimmune Skin Conditions

Medications
How is mycophenolate used in dermatology?   
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What Is the Difference Between Homeopathy and Naturopathy?

Naturopathy Basics
Naturopathy is NOT the same thing as Homeopathy
Bottles of homeopathic medicine

Naturopathic Medicine Primer

Naturopathy Basics
Naturopathic medicine focuses on the innate healing capabilities of the body.
Naturopathic schematic of the skin

Can Hydrotherapy Help Treat Psoriasis?

Holistic Therapies
Using mineral-rich waters as a naturopathic approach to psoriasis
Man in spring hydrotherapy for psoriasis

Safety of Anti-Itch Medications During Pregnancy

Pregnancy
What medications can be used to reduce itching in pregnancy
Pregnant woman in white shirt holding her belly

Acupressure: Benefits for Your Mind and Skin

Chinese Medicine Basics
Expand your knowledge of the art of self-massage with acupressure
acupressure point on foot

Six Safe Tips from a Dermatologist to Use Topical Steroids Safely

Medications
Steroids don't have to be dangerous for your skin health
topical steroid cream on hand closeup

Dead Sea Salts for Psoriasis

Holistic Therapies
Mineral-rich Dead Sea salts for psoriasis
Dead sea beach with many people on the beach

Botulinum Toxin for Hyperhidrosis

Procedures
Botox is effective at reducing excessive sweating
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Biological Medications for Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Medications
Medication to suppress the inflammation of hidradenitis suppurativa
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Natural Acne Treatment: Ah Shi Point Acupuncture

Chinese Medicine Basics
The secret to improving your acne may be in the hands of your local acupuncturist. 
Girl with acne who is using acupuncture as a treatment

Western Medicine Primer

Medicine Basics
Modern allopathic dermatology plants itself in evidence-based medicine.
Western overview of skin and western skin schematic

Detoxification Series: Detoxification and the Skin

Naturopathy Basics
The skin is exposed to toxins on a daily basis
Lemon water and cayenne pepper based detox water in a glass

Is Hydrotherapy The Future For Treating Eczema?

Holistic Therapies
A naturopathic treatment to maintain hydration for eczema
Man with eczema diving into water for hydrotherapy

Find Mental and Physical Strength Through the Power of Qigong

Diet
A TCM practice for the skin and overall health
Woman in qi gong pose outside in yellow field under blue sky

Spironolactone and Hair Loss

Medications
By blocking the action of circulating hormones
Woman standing outside on trail holding black hair looking gloomy

Oral Steroids

Medications
Many skin conditions are treated with short-term or long-term oral steroids
​Pills placed in an olive green bowl decorated with flowers

Safety of Systemic Immune Suppressive Drugs During Pregnancy and Lactation

Pregnancy
Which immune suppressing drugs are safe
Pregnant woman lying on bed in a striped shirt with a blue wall behind her

Skin Scraping (KOH and Mineral Oil Preparation)

Diagnosis and Details
Skin scrapings are used to diagnose fungal and parasitic infections
microscope-slide-research-lab-closeup​

Demystify the Differences Between Antibiotic Creams and Ointments

Medicine Basics
Which antibiotic ointments are used for skin rashes? 
Lemon with some leaves next to top view of skin cream on a wooden table

Topical and Oral Anti-Parasitics

Medications
Parasitic skin diseases include lice and scabies
Woman holding her head and covering up with hoodie at night

Traditional Chinese Medicine Primer

Chinese Medicine Basics
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic medical system that dates back over 3,000 years.
Traditional Chinese medicine skin summary and skin schematic

What is Balneotherapy?

Naturopathy Basics
​How does balneotherapy help the skin   
people bathing in hot springs

Chinese Herbal Medicine for Eczema

Herbs and Botanicals
Chinese herbal formulas for creating personalized eczema treatment
Copper mortar and pestle in front of wooden drawer shelves in background

What Makes My Face Red?

Diagnosis and Details
There are many causes of facial redness
Brunette woman wearing a red shirt and holding a red umbrella with white polka dots

What Is a Shave Biopsy?

Medicine Basics
Shave biopsies are used to sample the skin 
​Gloved hand holding a scalpel

What Is Cupping?

Chinese Medicine Basics
Cupping is an an ancient therapy
Cupping devices arranged upside down

How Are Ichthyosis and Dry Skin Linked?

Diagnosis and Details
Cracked and irritated skin are found in both
Dry and cracked dirt 

Emergence of Integrative Medicine and Education

Perspectives
Research will help bridge western and alternative therapies for the skin
​Sunrise over the horizon above mountains and clouds

Does Cupping Help Eczema?

Holistic Therapies
An ancient Asian therapy for eczema
Cupping on the back of a woman with cupping marks

Chinese Herbs For Psoriasis

Herbs and Botanicals
Targeting imbalances of psoriasis with TCM's herbal treatment
Chinese herbs on wooden table next to Chinese writing

Overview and Background of Ayurvedic Medicine

Ayurveda Basics
Ayurveda is derived from Sanskrit and is the combination of Ayu (life in Sanskrit) and Veda (knowledge in Sanskrit).
Ayurvedic approach to the skin and skin schematic

How Does Cupping Help Acne

Holistic Therapies
An ancient therapy for the treatment of acne
Cupping on the back on the woman

Topical Retinoid Medications: Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene, and Alitretinoin

Medications
Retinoids are effective topical treatments
​Black woman with short hair wearing a black shirt and large hoop earrings standing in the street looking to the left

Five Reasons Why Acupuncture Helps Eczema

Holistic Therapies
A centuries-old therapy from traditional Chinese medicine
Acupuncture needles in the upper back

Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective on Nail Health

Chinese Medicine Basics
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has several approaches to dealing with nail health
asian woman with healthy nails standing in parking lot

Acupuncture Treatment of Itchy and Dry Skin

Holistic Therapies

The Role of Botanical Medicine in Dermatology

Herbs and Botanicals
A brief review of how plants can be used for skin care
Baby plant growing out of experimental clear flask filled with water