{"id":15143,"date":"2026-07-23T23:46:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:46:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=15143"},"modified":"2026-07-23T23:46:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T18:46:10","slug":"dermatologist-reveals-the-major-red-flag-on-your-skin-that-could-signal-heart-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=15143","title":{"rendered":"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <strong>dermatologist<\/strong> has shared a reminder that certain <strong>skin conditions<\/strong> are associated with serious health issues that people may not know about.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doctor, Dr. Saranya Wyles, urged people to stop focusing only on the cosmetic aspects of skin conditions and <strong>take precautions<\/strong> regarding other parts of the body that may be affected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe skin is not separate from the rest of the body,\u201d Dr. Wyles, a dermatologist at the Mayo Clinic, said on the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TODAY<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"post-highlights\"><span class=\"h2\">Highlights<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"bullet-wrapper\"><i class=\"bullet\"\/><\/span><span>Dr. Saranya Wyles explained that an autoimmune skin condition is linked to increased heart attack and stroke risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"bullet-wrapper\"><i class=\"bullet\"\/><\/span><span>Psoriasis is recognized by the American Heart Association as a risk-enhancing inflammatory condition for cardiovascular health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"bullet-wrapper\"><i class=\"bullet\"\/><\/span><span>Regular monitoring and lifestyle changes like exercise and a balanced diet can help prevent heart problems in psoriasis patients.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"01-6a5faf32d3d32__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=01-6a5faf32d3d32__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=01-6a5faf32d3d32__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/01-6a5faf32d3d32__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a>A dermatologist explained why some skin conditions can affect far more than a person\u2019s appearance<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/01-6a5faf32d3d32__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Dermatologist examining a patient's back with a magnifying glass to check for skin problems or a red flag.\" title=\"Dermatologist examining a patient's back with a magnifying glass to check for skin problems or a red flag.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/pt-br\/fotografias\/medico-oncologista-com-lupa-na-mao-examina-nevos-pigmentados-nas-costas-do-paciente-na-clinica-conceito-de-diagnostico-e-tratamento-de-tumores-malignos-de-pele-SC1MlXbe2rI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Getty Images\/Unsplash (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Wyles pointed specifically to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. She explained that p<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eople with psoriasis, particularly those with severe psoriasis, have an increased risk for heart attacks and strokes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cPsoriasis actually is now recognized in our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Heart Association<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cardiovascular guidelines as a risk-enhancing inflammatory condition,\u201d Wyles noted. \u201cIt\u2019s not (just) a cosmetic skin concern.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psoriasis also increases the risk for a condition called metabolic syndrome, which can lead to high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol levels. All of those factors increase the likelihood of developing heart complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"02-6a5faf344002d__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=02-6a5faf344002d__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=02-6a5faf344002d__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/02-6a5faf344002d__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/02-6a5faf344002d__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Close-up of a person's skin with freckles and moles, highlighting potential skin problems.\" title=\"Close-up of a person's skin with freckles and moles, highlighting potential skin problems.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/pt-br\/fotografias\/um-close-up-de-uma-pessoa-com-uma-toalha-na-cabeca-qn60q7VxLpc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Karolina Grabowska\/Unsplash (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The dermatologist is researching the correlations between a person\u2019s heart activity, age, and skin health through her Skin Aging and Longevity Understanding Database (SALUD).<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Wyles clarified that not all inflammatory skin conditions are directly linked to heart issues.<\/p>\n<p>She said <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/womans-husband-flares-eczema\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" staff-link\" rel=\"noopener \">eczema<\/a> or dry skin, which are related to skin barrier issues, \u201cmore mirror our gut microbiome.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"03-6a5faf363717b__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=03-6a5faf363717b__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=03-6a5faf363717b__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/03-6a5faf363717b__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a>The expert warned that psoriasis is linked to different heart-related issues<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/03-6a5faf363717b__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Dermatologist in blue gloves measuring a skin lesion on a patient's neck, checking for a red flag.\" title=\"Dermatologist in blue gloves measuring a skin lesion on a patient's neck, checking for a red flag.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/pt-br\/fotografias\/close-up-da-medida-do-trabalhador-medico-com-toupeira-da-regua-no-pescoco-do-paciente-homem-check-up-marca-de-nascenca-no-hospital-medico-examinar-manchas-vermelhas-conceito-de-diagnostico-cura-D54ZN3EcEiA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Getty Images\/Unsplash (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition, meaning it can flare up unexpectedly and has no cure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms include thick areas of discolored skin covered with scales. These scaly areas are called plaques. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">W<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hile psoriasis rashes can appear anywhere on the skin, they are more commonly found on the elbows and knees, face, scalp, fingernails and toenails, and lower back.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"04-6a5faf384adca__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=04-6a5faf384adca__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=04-6a5faf384adca__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/04-6a5faf384adca__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/04-6a5faf384adca__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Close-up of a person's neck with a visible red, scaly skin problem, possibly a red flag for health.\" title=\"Close-up of a person's neck with a visible red, scaly skin problem, possibly a red flag for health.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnific.com\/br\/fotos-gratis\/eczema-de-psoriase-no-pescoco-do-paciente_23991908.htm#fromView=search&amp;page=1&amp;position=2&amp;uuid=0d10609b-8c6c-43a5-b956-d4e6d9c39077&amp;query=psoriasis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Magnific (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-desktop-ad-within-content post-ads margin-left\"><span class=\"dfp-ad\"><span><span class=\"pg-ad-label\">ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 3% of the global population has psoriasis. It is an autoimmune condition, meaning the immune system mistakenly attacks the body\u2019s own healthy tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U<\/span>nlike psoriasis, eczema, another inflammatory <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/girl-rare-skin-condition\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" staff-link\" rel=\"noopener \">skin condition<\/a>, typically causes more intense itching. It also often appears in skin folds, like the inner elbows and behind the knees.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regarding symptoms, Wyles advised people to pay attention to changes in their skin, explaining, \u201cDarker skin tones reflect more of a subtle redness that\u2019s harder to perceive, but they are also getting red.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"05-6a5faf3a183f9__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=05-6a5faf3a183f9__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=05-6a5faf3a183f9__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/05-6a5faf3a183f9__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a>The chronic condition can flare up for weeks and appear in several parts of the body<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/05-6a5faf3a183f9__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Hands affected by a severe skin problem with red, scaly patches, indicating a potential red flag for health.\" title=\"Hands affected by a severe skin problem with red, scaly patches, indicating a potential red flag for health.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnific.com\/br\/fotos-gratis\/maos-de-paciente-que-sofre-de-psoriase_23991879.htm#fromView=search&amp;page=1&amp;position=0&amp;uuid=9fef8e98-ea34-40bb-8da6-89dfbb272915&amp;query=psoriasis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Magnific (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A psoriasis flare-up can last anywhere from a couple of weeks to a few months, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Doctors can speed up the skin\u2019s recovery with medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has found a strong link between inflammation in fat tissues and cardiovascular problems among people with psoriasis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific substances released by fat tissue, such as leptin, resistin, and adiponectin, have been shown to impact cardiovascular health. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"06-6a5faf3c53980__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=06-6a5faf3c53980__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=06-6a5faf3c53980__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/06-6a5faf3c53980__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/06-6a5faf3c53980__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Person applying cream to a red rash on their arm, a major red flag on skin for heart problems.\" title=\"Person applying cream to a red rash on their arm, a major red flag on skin for heart problems.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnific.com\/br\/fotos-gratis\/aplicar-creme-hidratante-a-pele-com-psoriase_29505750.htm#fromView=search&amp;page=1&amp;position=18&amp;uuid=9fef8e98-ea34-40bb-8da6-89dfbb272915&amp;query=psoriasis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Wirestock\/Magnific (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Patients with both mild and severe psoriasis are at higher risk of cardiovascular mortality, myocardial infarction (MI), and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/fans-furious-at-tyra-banks-after-j-alexander-reveals-he-had-a-stroke\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" staff-link\" rel=\"noopener \">stroke<\/a>, the American Heart Association warns.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent heart-related complications associated with psoriasis, doctors conduct regular blood pressure checks on patients and monitor their progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, people with the skin condition are recommended to adopt lifestyle changes, including eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, avoiding sm*king, and getting adequate sleep.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"07-6a5faf3de9d17__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=07-6a5faf3de9d17__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=07-6a5faf3de9d17__700\" data-image=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/07-6a5faf3de9d17__700.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i><svg class=\"svg-icon icon-share-icon\" role=\"img\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M0 15C0 10.8824 5.22292 10.0588 8.79817 10.0588V14.1765L15.7006 8.23061C15.7941 8.15345 15.8695 8.05559 15.9213 7.94441C15.9731 7.83323 16 7.71155 16 7.58824C16 7.46492 15.9731 7.34314 15.9213 7.23196C15.8695 7.12078 15.7941 7.02302 15.7006 6.94586L8.79817 1V5.11765C2.3995 5.11765 0 9.76235 0 15Z\"\/><\/svg><\/i><\/a>An effective skincare routine doesn\u2019t have to involve many products<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.boredpanda.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/07-6a5faf3de9d17__700.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"560\" alt=\"Dermatologist examining a patient's arm with a dermatoscope for a skin red flag and heart problems.\" title=\"Dermatologist examining a patient's arm with a dermatoscope for a skin red flag and heart problems.\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/pt-br\/fotografias\/dermatologia-dermatologista-feminina-qualificada-usando-um-dermatoscopio-profissional-ao-fazer-o-exame-da-pele-exame-e-diagnostico-de-doencas-de-pele-alergias-psoriase-eczema-dermatite-7-bdcN1Vvow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Getty Images\/Unsplash (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-desktop-ad-within-content post-ads margin-left\"><span class=\"dfp-ad\"><span><span class=\"pg-ad-label\">ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a time when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/viral-video-woman-shaving-face-debate-expert-input-dermaplaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" staff-link\" rel=\"noopener \">skincare videos<\/a> have become incredibly popular on social media, it can seem like preventing acne and maintaining healthy skin requires a multi-step routine with creams, serums, and other products.<\/p>\n<p>The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using only two skincare products every day for people in their 20s: a mild cleanser and sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.<\/p>\n<p>If they choose to add a third skincare product, Dr. Rajani Katta recommends a Vitamin C serum or cream, which can reduce signs of skin aging and dark spots, or a retinoid, an umbrella term for vitamin A-based products. Retinoids can treat mild fine lines and wrinkles, acne, and dark spots.<\/p>\n<p>As people grow older, their skin becomes drier, making moisturizers a more important part of their routine, experts note. They recommend using facial moisturizer, body moisturizer, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/celebrity-skincare-expert-james-vivian-genius-lip-balm-hack\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" staff-link\" rel=\"noopener \">lip balm<\/a> starting in your 40s, in addition to protecting the skin from the sun.<\/p>\n<p class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"08-6a5faf3f71365__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=08-6a5faf3f71365__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" data-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?media_id=08-6a5faf3f71365__700\" 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class=\"post-content-media-source\">Image credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnific.com\/br\/fotos-gratis\/mulher-que-sofre-de-erupcao-cutanea_29961595.htm#fromView=search&amp;page=1&amp;position=25&amp;uuid=9fef8e98-ea34-40bb-8da6-89dfbb272915&amp;query=psoriasis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Magnific (not the actual photo)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During our 60s and 70s, our skin can become even drier and more irritated because it\u2019s thinner and loses water more easily. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dermatologists recommend washing with a gentle, fragrance-free, moisturizing bar soap, cleanser, or body wash and using warm (not hot) water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this age, it\u2019s also recommended to use a humidifier when the air feels dry and apply water-resistant sunscreen before leaving the house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help relieve dry skin, people in this age group are advised to apply a creamy, fragrance-free moisturizer formulated for dry skin within three minutes of bathing and throughout the day.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"attachment-link-container shareable-image-block\" id=\"Dermatologist-Reveals-The-Major-Red-Flag-On-Your-Skin-That-Could-Signal-Heart-Problems-6a5fb13b313fa-png__700\" data-href=\"http:\/\/www.boredpanda.com\/dermatologist-reveals-major-red-flag-that-could-signal-heart-problems\/?image_id=Dermatologist-Reveals-The-Major-Red-Flag-On-Your-Skin-That-Could-Signal-Heart-Problems-6a5fb13b313fa-png__700.jpg\"><a class=\"web-share-button list-item-share new-share-experiment\" data-location=\"single-post-image\" data-title=\"Dermatologist Reveals The Major Red Flag On Your Skin That Could Signal Heart Problems\" 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