Question 1

can masturbating lead to darkening of facial skin? can it cause acnes on the back?

Accepted Answer

No: Masturbation does not lead to skin darkening or acne breakouts. Acne breakouts often do happen with increased hormones during puberty. So this is coincidental. Not to worry. See your dermatologist to figure out why your facial skin is darkening and for proper acne management.

Question 2

could daily application of kenecomb ointment to facial skin cause permanent damage to collagen synthesis with prolonged use? prolonged being 8 months.

Accepted Answer

Kenecomb: That must be a trade name. In order to answer your question we need to know what are the exact ingredients in the ointment.

Question 3

which deficiency causes large pores on facial skin?

Accepted Answer

None: It is normal to have large facial pores. They can be disguised with foundation and a loose powder over it.

Question 4

does chewing tobacco cause oily facial skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: any form of nicotine can increase the incidence of skin problems, including acne.  Nicotine causes blood vessels to constrict, which is why blood flow to the heart, brain and other vital organs is reduced, and why there are more heart attacks and strokes in tobacco users, whether smoked or chewed.  It also causes mouth and throat cancer. Acne will be the least of your problems. Get help and quit.

Question 5

does masturbation affects to our facial skin which help to cause pimple?

Accepted Answer

No: Masturbation does not cause acne.

Question 6

i use talc regularly which contains zinc, silica, ethanol, parabens & much more chemicals. does it cause any harm to facial skin..
thanks..

Accepted Answer

No harm to skin: No problem with skin but should be careful not to inhale talc.

Question 7

what is cure for acanthosis nigricans caused due to pcos. my entire body and facial skin has darkened like a tan sort of. i'm depressed. please help.?

Accepted Answer

Lowering Sugar: You likely have pcos with metabolic syndrome. Most likely your sugar levels and Insulin levels are elevated or you could have mild diabetes. You rally require a full evaluation and treatment by a reproductive endocrinology to treat you appropriately, .

Question 8

could a acne scar treatment cause discoloration to my facial skin? i am considering having dermabrasion done to help diminish my acne scars. a friend of mine told me that this type of acne scar treatment can cause the skin to become discolored. is this tr

Accepted Answer

Dermabrasion : Dermabrasion does have a risk of leaving discolouration of the skin and the risk is higher if you have dark skin.  A safer, and probably more effective treatment would be one of the fractionated lasers, especially the non-ablative lasers (fraxel) if you have dark skin.

Question 9

i got some germs from my tonsil/ tonsil stones while cleaning onto my facial skin by accident . i have acne and ingrown hair and im very prone to skin issues. will the tonsil / mouth bacteria get into my skin and cause more acne issues or skin issue?

Accepted Answer

: Your normal mouth bacteria shouldn't be a problem for your facial skin. However bacteria from an abcessed tooth or from a tonsillar abcess could complicate your facial acne.

Question 10

burning skin, for the past week or so my facial skin around my eyes and sides of my nose has a burning, irritated sensation, its red and very tender, also my forehead seems to have some kind of rash. any reason this will happen?

Accepted Answer

Sunburn: Sun exposure or a contact rash may cause these symptoms. Apply an oatmeal paste to the affected areas. Use no products with fragrance and avoid sun exposure. Use sunblock. If no relief, see your physician. A cool pack may help

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Can masturbating lead to darkening of facial skin? can it cause acnes on the back?

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Could daily application of kenecomb ointment to facial skin cause permanent damage to collagen synthesis with prolonged use? prolonged being 8 months.

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Which deficiency causes large pores on facial skin?

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Does chewing tobacco cause oily facial skin?

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Does masturbation affects to our facial skin which help to cause pimple?

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I use talc regularly which contains zinc, silica, ethanol, parabens & much more chemicals. does it cause any harm to facial skin.. thanks..

A member asked:

What is cure for acanthosis nigricans caused due to pcos. my entire body and facial skin has darkened like a tan sort of. i'm depressed. please help.?

A member asked:

Could a acne scar treatment cause discoloration to my facial skin? i am considering having dermabrasion done to help diminish my acne scars. a friend of mine told me that this type of acne scar treatment can cause the skin to become discolored. is this tr

A member asked:

I got some germs from my tonsil/ tonsil stones while cleaning onto my facial skin by accident . i have acne and ingrown hair and im very prone to skin issues. will the tonsil / mouth bacteria get into my skin and cause more acne issues or skin issue?

A member asked:

Burning skin, for the past week or so my facial skin around my eyes and sides of my nose has a burning, irritated sensation, its red and very tender, also my forehead seems to have some kind of rash. any reason this will happen?

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