Using a new skin care product without testing it first can potentially cause allergic contact dermatitis, an inflammatory skin condition in which the immune system overreacts to an ingredient in the ...

A few months ago, I got hit with what my dermatologist called a “pretty severe” allergic reaction: The lower half of my face was hot to the touch and as red as a stop sign. And if that wasn’t enough, ...

NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss is sharing a simple, free test to determine if you have oily, dry, or combination skin. N_studio - stock.adobe.com You may need a thick skin to take this test.

Skin allergies are common and often frustrating to diagnose. But new technology could soon help change that. Dr. Alison Bruce, a dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic, is helping to develop an artificial ...

The American Academy of Dermatology outlines the following steps to perform a patch test: Check whether they are carrying an epinephrine pen. If they are, follow the instructions on the side of the ...