June 1, 2006
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Although eczema cannot be cured, there are ways to relieve the itchiness and rash associated with this chronic skin condition. Avoiding triggers such as hot water and sunburn can help prevent an outbreak of eczema.
Keywords: skin conditions
December 1, 2005
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Warts have always been viewed as unsightly nuisances that can cause pain and embarrassment. Fortunately, there are several ways, including freezing, to treat this infection to ensure they’ll be gone for good.
Keywords: skin conditions warts
September 1, 2005
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Although this skin condition cannot be cured, there are ways to keep it under control. Keeping hands, feet, and nails well moisturized and well groomed can help alleviate the itchiness and scaliness associated with psoriasis.
Keywords: client health dry skin health psoriasis skin conditions
May 1, 2004
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Here are few of the main reasons enhancement-related skin allergies occur and some useful tips for avoiding them.
Keywords: allergic reactions healthy working skin conditions
August 1, 2003
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Age spots — discoloration of the skin due to sun damage — provide an excellent opportunity for you to educate your clients about treatment options, suggest products and services, and begin treatment in the salon.
Keywords: Cuccio Naturale elderly clients hand care salon services skin conditions
November 1, 2001
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Researchers have not definitively proven that repetitive stress causes ganglion cysts — fibrous lumps that often form on the hand or wrist. But judging by the number of nail techs who get them, it seems likely there’s a connection. The good news is there are many effective treatment options.
Keywords: skin conditions work related injuries working healthy
February 1, 2000
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Your questions answered! What causes fungus, what to do about brittle nails, and more.
Keywords: allergic reactions brittle nails effect of weather on nails fungal infections leukonychia
February 1, 2000
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The Nail Doctor answers your questions about strep, overgrowth, and white spots.
Keywords: allergic reactions brittle nails diabetic clients elderly clients formaldehyde-free products
December 1, 1995
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Although the cause of most nail pigment changes is benign (such as stains), more serious problems such as cancer must be considered.
Keywords: skin conditions The Nail Doctor
June 1, 1995
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Skin problems come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. You may not be a dermatologist, but you can still handle these problems with confidence and without risk to yourself or your business.
Keywords: athlete's foot cancer effects of medications on nails fungal infections psoriasis
November 16, 1994
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Anyone can get hand eczema at any time, but it is most likely to occur in people who are genetically pre-disposed, those who have wet-work jobs, those exposed to irritating or allergy-producing substances.
Keywords: allergic reactions healthy working skin conditions work related injuries
December 1, 1993
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Athlete’s foot and eczema may produce the same symptoms, but their causes and treatments are very different.
Keywords: athlete's foot feet skin conditions The Nail Doctor
September 1, 1992
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Eczema is so common that you probably have several current clients who have it.
Keywords: skin conditions
August 1, 1992
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In onychogryphosis there is a rams horn-shaped deformity of the nail.
Keywords: dermatologists skin conditions