The skin is the largest organ of the human body and protects it from environmental changes. It regulates the body temperature via sweating and helps in sensing the temperature of the outside world. It also protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. The diseases related to the skin are called cutaneous or dermatologic disorders. Some universal diseases show symptoms on the skin like measles and rubella, but these diseases are not categorized as dermatologic disorders. Types...

Oily skin is shiny, thick and dull colored. Usually a chronically oily skin has boorish pores and pimples and other embarrassing blemishes. In this type of skin, the oil producing sebaceous glands are overactive and produce more oil than is required. Oil glands are more normally known as sebaceous glands. In clinical terms, the oil, which is secreted by the sebaceous glands, is known as sebum. These glands secrete oil in the face, neck, chest and others parts of the body. But the nose is the reg...

Everyone, to one degree or another, suffers from sensitive skin. Most of these problems are easy to cure since the cause of sensitivity is most likely triggered by an ineffective skin care routine. Many skin care creams and moisturizers contain harsh ingredients such as alcohols and perfumes that cause redness, itching and flaking of the skin. By using a natural moisturizer, you can soften and smooth irritation while fighting against external factors that could initially cause sensitivity. Sen...