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Top ten dermatology mistakes men make

Top ten dermatology mistakes men make

Men and women have different concerns when caring for their skin, hair, and nails. Besides apparent differences like facial hair and male pattern baldness, testosterone causes men to have thicker, oilier skin than women. Men also have more and larger pores than women, have increased risk factors for skin irritation, and are more likely to develop skin cancer. Because of all this, the mistakes men often make when caring for their dermatologic health can differ from those women make.

Hair loss vs. hair shedding: What you need to know

Hair loss vs. hair shedding: What you need to know

If you're worried about how much hair you're losing, you're not alone. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it's normal to shed between 50 and 100 hairs a day. Now, keep in mind that may look different from person to person. For example, if you have longer or thicker hair, it may appear you're losing more than your roommate with shorter or thinner hair. However, if you feel like you're losing more hair than normal, you could be experiencing excessive shedding or hair loss – yes, there is a difference.