a skin condition characterized by the excess production of oil from sebaceous glands in which the hair follicles become plugged.

scars due to severe acne. They can range from deep pits to scars that are angular or wavelike in appearance.

the complete or partial loss of hair.

Alpha hydroxy acids are derived from foods, such as fruits and milk, and can improve the texture of skin by removing layers of dead cells and encouraging cell regeneration.

lack of a normal sensation brought on by an anesthetic drug.

a health problem or feature not normally present in a healthy individual; a deviation from the normal.

an unstable, but benign, molecule that preferentially couples with free radicals, thereby neutralizing them. Antioxidants most commonly found in skin care include forms of vitamins A, C and E as well [..]

vitamin C; an antioxidant and stimulant of collagen synthesis by skin cells (fibroblasts). Can also have skin lightening effect in certain preparations. Only L-ascorbic acid (as opposed to D-ascorbic [..]

fat-soluble vitamin C derivative. Good antioxidant but less effective than vitamin C for stimulating collagen synthesis.

lacking symmetry; parts of the body are unequal in shape or size.