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Q Why guy has white flakes on his shoulders. Help!
A Shampoos with either selenium sulfide or zinc pyrithione (like Neutrogena T/Gel Daily Control, $6.99) minimize the snowy dandruff that's caused by scalp fungus, says NYC dermatologist Amy Wechsler. Buy him a bottle, then just say it's something for, ahem, mild flakes.
Q Where do hangnails come from?
A The evil beasts are born from cuticles that get too dry and split off. When one sprouts, carefully trim it so you're not tempted to peel it. Then apply Neosporin to kill bacteria and hydrate. To prevent them, massage cuticles with moisturizing cream nightly, and push them back once a week.
Q Why do zits have a scabby stage?
A It's because at some point, you prodded or picked at them and broke the skin. So stop doing that! Once the damage is done though, refrain from scratching the scab because you could cause scarring, says NYC dermatologist Jeannette Graf. Instead, dab on antibacterial ointment three ...
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