Still, one Allure editor with psoriasis shares that some dermatologists have told her to go to tanning beds ... and surgically remove their melanomas and other skin cancers.” ...

the natural brown pigment that gives our skin color,” says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michele Green. “The exact reason why dark spots appear ranges from acne scars to excessive sun ...

"A good way of achieving a tan without increasing risk of skin cancer is sunless tanning, " says Ariel Ostad, MD, a dermatologist in private practice in New York City. "It's a very safe and quick ...

they can remove dirt, oil and debris that your skin may have collected overnight — which isn’t possible with just a splash of water, says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry.

But is it ever a good idea to attempt getting rid of skin tags at home? Some things should just be left to the professionals. Here’s what dermatologists recommend. Can I remove a skin tag on my own?

Skin tags are benign growths that can pop up in a few areas around the body, from your underarms, to the neck, to under the breasts. They’re completely harmless, so it’s fine to leave them alone if ...