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Tanning for Teens
The sun can do a lot more than just give you a warm summer glow. Get the facts on sun and skin damage - and what you can do to protect yourself and still look tan.
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Indoor Tanning for Teens
Tanning beds are no safer than the sun -- and may be even more dangerous. Read this article to get the details, and to find out what is safe when it comes to getting that golden glow.
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Are Tanning Salons Safe? for Parents
Tanning at a salon is not safer than tanning in the sun. Here's why.
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Sunless and Self-Tanning During Pregnancy for Parents
It hasn’t been that well-studied, but there's no proof that self-tanners are harmful to an unborn baby.
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Sun Safety for Parents
By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer.
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Melanoma for Teens
Melanoma is different from other skin cancers because it can spread if it's not caught early. Find out how to lower your risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.
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Tips for Taking Care of Your Skin for Teens
Sometimes it may seem like your skin is impossible to manage, especially when you find a huge zit on your nose or a cold sore at the corner of your mouth. Here are ways to prevent and treat common skin problems.
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Stretch Marks for Teens
Your skin is usually fairly elastic, but when you grow or gain weight really quickly (like during puberty), you may get fine lines on your body called stretch marks.
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Melanoma for Parents
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Find out how to lower your family's risk of getting melanoma and how doctors treat it.
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What Are Wrinkles? for Kids
Wrinkles! Everyone eventually gets at least a few. Find out why in this article for kids.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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