Shingles: Diagnosis and treatment

Diseases & conditions

Acne

Eczema

Hair loss

Psoriasis

Rosacea

Skin cancer

A to Z diseases

A to Z videos

DIY acne treatment

How dermatologists treat

Skin care: Acne-prone skin

Causes

Is it really acne?

Types & treatments

Childhood eczema

Adult eczema

Insider secrets

Types of hair loss

Treatment for hair loss

Causes of hair loss

Hair care matters

Insider secrets

What is psoriasis

Diagnosis & treatment

Skin, hair & nail care

Triggers

Insider secrets

What is rosacea

Treatment

Skin care & triggers

Insider secrets

Basal cell carcinoma

Squamous cell carcinoma

Melanoma

Merkel cell carcinoma

Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans

Sebaceous carcinoma

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Image of person with a lighter skin tone applying moisturizer to skin | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Atopic dermatitis: More FDA-approved treatments

Research breakthroughs are giving patients with atopic dermatitis/eczema more ways to treat this condition. See what a treatment plan may include.

Image of a female dermatologist helping a female patient understand biosimilars and her condition | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a female dermatologist helping a female patient understand biosimilars and her condition | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Biosimilars: 14 FAQs

Find answers to questions patients ask about this newer treatment option, including, “What’s involved in switching from a biologic to a biosimilar?”

Everyday care

Skin care basics

Skin care secrets

Injured skin

Itchy skin

Sun protection

Hair & scalp care

Nail care secrets

Basic skin care

Dry, oily skin

Hair removal

Tattoos and piercings

Anti-aging skin care

For your face

For your skin routine

Preventing skin problems

Bites & stings

Burns, cuts, & other wounds

Itch relief

Poison ivy, oak & sumac

Rashes

Shade, clothing, and sunscreen

Sun damage and your skin

Aprenda a proteger su piel del sol

Your hair

Your scalp

Nail care basics

Manicures & pedicures

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Image of a man trimming his toenails | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a man trimming his toenails | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

How to trim your nails

Keep your nails looking their best with these tips from board-certified dermatologists.

Image of a woman scratching her arm because of itchy skin | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a woman scratching her arm because of itchy skin | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Relieve uncontrollably itchy skin

Find out what may be causing the itch and what can bring relief.

Darker Skin Tones

Skin care secrets

Hair care

Hair loss

Diseases & Conditions

Acne

Dark spots

Dry skin

Light spots

Razor bumps

Caring for Black hair

Weaves & extensions

Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia

Frontal fibrosing alopecia

Hair loss in Black women

Hairstyles that pull can cause hair loss

Acanthosis nigricans

Acne keloidalis nuchae

Hidradenitis suppurativa

Keloid scars

Lupus and your skin

Sarcoidosis and your skin

Skin cancer

Vitiligo

More diseases & conditions

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Image of a woman of color using a skin cream | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Fade dark spots

Find out why dark spots appear and what can fade them.

Image of a patient with acne keloidalis nuchae causing itch | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a patient with acne keloidalis nuchae causing itch | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Untreatable razor bumps or acne?

If you have what feels like razor bumps or acne on the back of your neck or scalp, you may have acne keloidalis nuchae. Find out what can help.

Cosmetic treatments

Your safety

Age spots & dark marks

Cellulite & fat removal

Hair removal

Scars & stretch marks

Wrinkles

Younger-looking skin

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Image of a tattoo being removed by a dermatologist | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a tattoo being removed by a dermatologist | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Tattoo removal

Find out why laser tattoo removal outshines other methods for removing a tattoo.

Image of a scar removal procedure using laser light | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Image of a scar removal procedure using laser light | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Scar treatment

If you want to diminish a noticeable scar, know these 10 things before having laser treatment.

Public health programs

Skin cancer awareness

Free skin cancer checks

Camp Discovery

Good Skin Knowledge

Shade Structure grants

Advocacy Action Center

Pathways: Inclusivity in Dermatology

Awareness campaigns

Skin, hair, and nail educational resources

Get involved

Lesson plans and activities

Planes de lecciones y actividades

Community grants

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Free materials to help raise skin cancer awareness

Use these professionally produced infographics and videos to help others find and prevent skin cancer.

Dermatologist-approved lesson plans, activities you can use

Free to everyone, these materials teach young people about common skin conditions, which can prevent misunderstanding and bullying.

Find a dermatologist

What is a dermatologist?

FAAD: What it means

How to select a dermatologist

Your digital health

Prior authorization

Finding accurate health information

Health apps

Wearable medical devices

Telemedicine

Taking pictures of your skin

Protect your information

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Find a Dermatologist

You can search by location, condition, and procedure to find the dermatologist that’s right for you.

What is a dermatologist?

A dermatologist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists care for people of all ages.