Skin

The questions a doctor would want you to ask before any skin treatment, from who is treating you to what happens if something goes wrong.

Acne that starts or carries on past your mid-twenties is common, and hormones often play a part. Here is what a doctor looks for, and why the pattern matters.

Acne scars come in several types, and each responds differently. A doctor explains why a proper assessment matters more than any single device.

Melasma and other types of pigmentation can look similar in the mirror, but they behave very differently. Getting the diagnosis right first is what stops a treatment from making things worse.