Sunscreen Recommendation...From one of our community members: Can you recommend a sunscreen that protects for sensitive skin that is clear. I constantly walk around with a white nose. ...reactions1replyTips & Advice
Misleading Sun Protection Facts: True or False?...Information can spread quickly – regardless of whether it’s actually true or not. Because of this, it’s important to take a moment to verify certain statements before you take them...reactions1comment
National Healthy Skin Month 2021 Giveaway Terms and Conditions...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the National Healthy Skin Month 2021 Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID...reactionscomments
What Happens to Your Skin When You Skip Sunscreen?...Who doesn’t love to spend time outdoors during the summers? For most of us, the summer season is a wonderful time of the year to unwind on the porch, enjoy...reactions1comment
My Experience With Facial Mohs Surgery...Even though I’ve had skin cancer since 1995 and have had numerous surgeries and procedures, I’ve had only one Mohs surgery and I was nervous. I was nervous to have...reactions14comments
SPF in Tanning Accelerators: Dangerous Double-Talk...There are some mixed messages regarding sun protection floating around out there, and it’s incredibly frustrating. As I search for sunscreens online, I see more and more ads on Facebook...reactionscomments
Coping with Actinic Keratosis...A trip to the dermatologist is always an adventure for me even in the best of times. I never quite know what new term or phrase is going to be...reactions7comments
Finding a Good Dermatologist, Part 2...I found a good dermatologist, I think, I hope. A couple of weeks ago I had appointments to see a new dentist and dermatologist on the same day. I had...reactionscomments
My Doctors Didn't Even Think It Was Skin Cancer: Why You Are the Best Expert on Your Body...Standing in the bathroom of my suite at the Best Western Plus a few years back, I quickly examined myself in the floor-length mirror before hopping into the shower. Hotel...reactionscomments
Mohs Surgery still red 3 months later...Hello everyone I had Mohs surgery 3 months ago and the site is still red and slightly bumpy/uneven. I have been using Strataderm twice daily Is this normal ? ...reactions1reply
Dark Days Following Diagnosis: Thirteen Years of Things Left Unsaid...March of 2007 should have marked the beginning of a wonderful spring for me. I was almost done with my first year teaching in a different school and different grade...reactions1comment
Mole changing colors ever not a big deal? ...I have a mole that sticks out and is ugly. I noticed recently it’s a different color than before. It used to be more pink and now it’s a dark...reactions1reply
Her Diagnosis Made Her Faint!...“We have your results from your biopsy. The spot on your nose did come back as skin cancer. It’s a basal cell carcinoma. You will need to have additional treatment...reactions2comments
FeaturedFavorite Sunscreen...It's hard to find the best sunscreen out there. Certain brands may irritate our skin or make us break out, so don't give up looking for a sunscreen that works...reactions30repliesPrevention
Judy Buer's Experience With Radiation Therapy for Squamous Cell Carcinoma...Editor's Note: This guest piece was written by Judy Buer, a SkinCancer.net community member, who shares her journey with radiation therapy for squamous cell carcinoma on the nose. Judy hopes...reactionscomments
Warrior Versus Worrier — Lifting Up and Letting Go...Ancient Spartan warriors were legendary for their military prowess and tenacity. Even today, the word Spartan conjures up an image of an awesomely fit, skillful fighter, indifferent to pain and...reactionscomments
Infiltrative BCC...Hi all, My dermatologist told me I have an aggressive subtype of BCC which is “infiltrative.” Does anyone have any experience with this? The lesion was a pearly pink smooth...reactions4replies
Going to doctor this week...Seen mole is does not look right going to dr next week. Very nervous....reactions4replies
Dogs Get Skin Cancer Too...While you're protecting yourself from skin cancer, it is important to know that your pets can get skin cancer too. According to the American Kennel Club, dogs get skin cancer...reactionscomments
How Much Sunscreen Is Appropriate for the Face and Body?...While we are all aware of the numerous benefits of using sunscreen daily, we typically don’t apply enough sunscreen. Research has shown that nearly 50% of sunscreen users use less...reactionscomments
