But in truth, skin conditions are no reason to be embarrassed. Whether it's those brand-new age spots or a wacky wart on your foot, skin isn’t perfect. So why be ashamed?
Take a look at these seven no-so-strange skin conditions. You’ll probably find at least one thing that you struggle with on this list.
- Warts
OK, warts sound gross, but lots of people have them. In fact, NHS Choices (the website for the UK's National Health Service) says that most people will have one at some point.
Warts are little bumps that are most often found on hands and feet, but they can occur anywhere on the body -- and they can be unsightly.
According to NHS Choices, warts are caused by the human papillomavirus, also known as HPV. One important thing to know is that they’re contagious. People can contract warts from skin-to-skin contact. Plus, you can spread warts from one part of your body to another.
Warts often disappear on their own, but it can take a while. As a result, many people opt for treatments to get rid of them sooner. One common method used to get rid of warts is having a dermatologist freeze them off. But both over-the-counter and prescription solutions that can be used at home are available. Some people also try to use duct tape on warts, but NHS Choices warns that this can be painful, and warts may recur.