Sebaceous filaments are part of the sebaceous gland system and help the sebum (an oily substance made by the sebaceous glands in your skin) rise to the surface of the skin. They work to help keep your ...

Using a toothbrush to remove excess oil from the scalp. But is this technique really effective, or could it be doing more ...

Acne tends to develop when the sebaceous glands become excessively active, leading to an overproduction of sebum that can ...

There’s nothing wrong with a little sweet treat. But if you’re feeling moody or always hungry, this could be why.

Ambika Robinson explains what acne is and why people who consume a lot of dairy may be more likely to experience it.

Primary sebaceous gland cells do not express Keratin 8 in contrast to previously immortalized sebocytes. Keratin 8 is not normally expressed in normal sebaceous gland in vivo [29] and our results ...

Overbrushing the hair can lead to more damage, particularly if your brush isn't as kind to hair as a soft, natural bristle ...

Whiteheads on the nose are a common issue but with the right skincare routine and treatment they can be managed effectively ...

Scalp folliculitis is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles on the scalp become inflamed. This results in ...

By inhibiting receptor-ligand interactions in sebaceous glands, antibodies may be able to treat certain skin conditions.

Many of us love to pet and cuddle our furry friends at any given chance. Cuddling is a way to bond with our pups, but it also ...

To determine the pathways that regulate primary human sebocytes growth and differentiation, we developed a novel culture method by mimicking the microenvironment of the sebaceous glands in vitro.