In a recent post we discussed the rare skin condition Albinism. Today we’d like to go over the uncommon, though not-quite-as-rare autoimmune disease, Vitiligo. Like the former, Vitiligo can impact both genders and members of any race. It also can appear at any age. Medical science cannot state conclusively what causes Vitiligo in those who … Read more
People generally tend to think that darker complexions tan easier, and therefore don’t require the same precautions taken by those with lighter complexions. That just isn’t true. In fact, legendary reggae singer Bob Marley died of Melanoma. Yes, that’s right. Marley had a dark complexion and lived close to the equator. That combination increased his … Read more
As those suffering from the persistent itchiness caused by the red rashes of eczema know, it can be a real pain in the neck. Or back. Or anywhere, really. It’s not an uncommon affliction, though. If you’re an American with eczema, you have tens of millions of others with you in that same boat. As … Read more
The Magic Question When an adult goes outdoors to spend time in the sun at the park, pool, shoreline, or wherever, he or she is generally aware that it’s beneficial to wear and re-apply sunscreen throughout the day. But what if you’re bringing an Infant along with you; is that what’s best for them, too? … Read more
Sun Protection Is For Every-BODY Are you a ” Beach Bum ” or regular visitor to clothing-optional beaches? Today we’ve got you covered (So to speak). As skin cancer affects everyone everywhere, it’s our continual goal to spread Melanoma awareness, tips and advice all over the world. At times, we place a special emphasis on reaching … Read more
There are numerous types of skin conditions that can affect people, and throughout the course of this blog we’re going try to get to them all. Many are very common, while a few are quite rare. Albinism falls into the latter category. Albinism is the product of a hereditary genetic mutation that is responsible for … Read more
Here at Pretty Pale, we’ve stressed many times that skin cancer and Melanoma play no favorites when it comes to gender, race or age. And while that remains very true, it’s also important to note that, physiologically-speaking at least, men and women are not created equal. So to be more specific, we’re referring to the … Read more