Definitions

1. noun

A person who has an excessive or irrational fear of skin diseases or conditions.

“The dermatologist noticed that her patient was a dermophobe and tried to reassure her about the minor rash.”

2. noun

A person who is excessively concerned with their skin and its appearance, often to the point of being preoccupied or obsessive.

“The actor’s dermophobe tendencies led him to spend hours each day taking care of his skin and maintaining a flawless complexion.”