Latest Hair and Nails Articles

What Causes White Spots on Fingernails?

​​White spots on fingernails are common. They are typically caused by injury. Read about what causes them and their connection to skin-related diseases.

Hannah YanAugust 11th 2018
White spots on fingernail

Black Nail Streaks: Causes and When to Worry

Nail black streaks are caused by many reasons. Learn about the many causes and the signs of nail melanoma.

Rebecca QuinonezJuly 20th 2018
Longutidinal melanonychia on the thumb

Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach to Nail...

Nail health reflects the health of your overall body in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Read the importance of liver balance for nail health in TCM.

Kristin Blake, MOM, LAcFebruary 21st 2018
nail health TCM perspective

The Effects of Different Manicures on Nail He...

Manicures help nails look beautiful but they may affect overall nail health. Learn about how different manicures affect nail health. Are you getting too much UV?

Elizabeth Usedom, MDFebruary 12th 2018
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Science of Dry Shampoo: The Dirty Details

Dry shampoo ingredients may worsen dry scalp problems. Learn which is the best dry shampoo for sensitive scalp and dandruff. 

Megan O'ConnorFebruary 5th 2018
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9 Important Nail Symptoms You Need to Know

Nail problems are common. Learn about which nails symptoms should make you worry and what they could mean.

Megan O'ConnorJanuary 22nd 2018
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Skin Physics Spotlight: How Does Laser Hair R...

A top nonsurgical procedure, laser hair reduction targets pigment in the hair. Find out how lasers work, practical tips, and possible side effects.

Analynne MadridDecember 22nd 2017
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Scalp Scaling: Dandruff vs Psoriasis vs Eczem...

An itchy, dry, flaking scalp can be caused by one or more skin conditions. Learn the difference and what treatments can help from an integrative dermatology approach. Scaling on the scalp is common. 

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APDecember 6th 2017
man wearing sunglasses scratching scalp psoriasis

How Does the Circadian Rhythm Affect Hair Gro...

The hair growth cycle can be negatively affected by factors inside and outside the body. Your biological clock is one of these factors.

Stephanie WongNovember 5th 2017
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Genes that Control Hair Growth: How Can They ...

Your genetics can affect your hair growth. Learn how your hair growth can change with modified genetics.

Elizabeth Usedom, MDSeptember 18th 2017
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Scalp Cooling to Reduce Chemotherapy Associat...

Scalp cooling and cooling caps have been known to help those going through chemotherapy to lessen hair loss.

Alexandra Vaughn, MDApril 10th 2017
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Hair and How It Changes During and After Preg...

During pregnancy, it is normal for you to experience loss of hair or growing hair. Learn about the safety of hair removal treatments during and after pregnancy.

Megha Trivedi, MDFebruary 20th 2017
​Woman with long black silky hair tied with a bow wearing a long blue and white floral dress

Low-Level Light Therapy for Hair Loss

Low-level light therapy (LLLT) can be used for alopecia and hair loss. Learn how LLLT devices can be used for at-home alopecia and hair loss treatments.

Alexandra Vaughn, MDFebruary 8th 2017
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Spironolactone and Hair Loss

Spironolactone acts by blocking the action of circulating hormones that can be a treatment for hair loss. Spironolactone also has two anti-hormonal effects.

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APJanuary 12th 2017
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Five Medical Causes for Hair Loss

Hair loss affects both men and women. Here are some causes of hair loss in women and their treatments. Hair loss causes such as alopecia and medical conditions can be treated. 

Alexandra Vaughn, MDNovember 6th 2016
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Hair Matters: Emotional Aspects of Hair Loss

Hair loss has various emotional effects. Hair loss treatment and hair regrowth are possible. Learn about the relationship between emotional stress and hair loss.

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, AP
Woman struggling with hair loss and depression