The vitamins C and E, along with the B group are vital components to the health of the skin. The minerals iron, selenium and zinc along with omega-3 fatty acids are also essential ingredients. When the skin is healthy it…
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Healthy skin integrity is our first line of defense against bacteria, infections, and related problems; therefore, anything we can do to maintain our protective barrier, our skin, will benefit us now and in years to follow. Aside from the common…
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There are many factors to consider if you want to compare the differences between a bath or a shower. Everyone has their preferences and many will prefer a shower more than a bath but there are certainly people who like…
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What is an antioxidant? Antioxidants are molecules capable of stopping the oxidization process of other molecules. An oxidization process kills or damage cells, such as skin. The oxidization process is a chemical reaction that transfers electrons or hydrogen from a…
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It is imperative to look after skin to keep it in optimum condition. Skin needs to be protected from the elements, dirt, water and chemicals.Taking good care of skin can help to prevent it from becoming dry and uncomfortable. Dry…
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Ever wanted to be that woman on television that lies in her bathtub and forgets her day by soaking in a mound of bubbles? She leaves her tensions behind as the fragrant scents titillate her nose and tease her senses….
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Macho Rule Number 341: Having great scars proves your manliness. Have you ever seen the scene in Jaws in which Quint, Chief Brody, and Hooper are comparing scars? It’s a contest of masculinity. Whoever has the biggest, ugliest scars with…
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The Beauty within the frown without: Personally, I don’t think that anyone is 100% happy in their own skin. Even the over-confident girl with the size-nothing figure secretly yearns for a butt like J Lo’s! Don’t you agree that everyone…
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“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” This saying/proverb first appeared in the 3rd century BC in Greek. ~Whilst being a very true statement, I believe that beauty is born from the qualities of the person, that the beauty…
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How to look beautiful isn’t really a big secret although many women seem to believe it to be. The most attractive feature a person has is their confidence. I personally had many problems developing the confidence needed to project beauty,…
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There are many ways to get rid of pimples, however the usual way one would turn to are chemical based products, which can be irritating to your skin and many do not have the kind of effect you want. As…
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Skin tags are soft, small or large, 1mm – 5mm, skin colored or somewhat darker skin growths. They are commonly found in areas where the skin forms a crease. Especially on the eyelids, neck, groin, under women breasts and most…
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Because of the threat of skin cancer, natural sunless tanning has become widespread. While a “little sun” is beneficial, assisting your body create necessary vitamins; with that said, extended basking might be hazardous to your health. Sunscreens are necessary when…
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Before knowing the best vitamins for acne, a person should know about acne What acne is. Acne is a skin condition and not a disease, one who suffers from acne usually feels isolated and may develop inferiority complex. Therefore to…
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Everyone longs to have healthy skin that feels smooth, supple and looks young. It’s commonly believed that the secret to having naturally beautiful looking skin comes from having good genes. Unfortunately not everyone is blessed with the fountain of youth;…
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You can take a regular bath and turn it into moisturizing bath by adding a few simple ingredients to the water. A moisturizing bath is great if you have dry skin, or don’t have the time, or inclination to apply…
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Tanning beds are like guns, they should be used with respect. Too long, so long. If it doesn’t burn you beyond recognition, it will come back and get you with skin cancer. Just as anything that is a danger to…
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Must-have Cold Weather Products for Supple Skin The weather outside might be frightful, but your skin doesn’t have to be. Cold weather can often lead to dried out, flaky and irritated skin. If the winter months wreak havoc on your…
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Winter is one of the worst seasons for skin. The cold, dry air in this season has a drying effect on skin, making it hard for skin to stay moisturized. The key to keeping skin from drying out in the…
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Crabtree & Evelyn’s Lavender Body Cream comes in a glass jar with a plastic screw-top lid and an outer cardboard box. On removing the lid, there is a plastic cover the just fits over the jar and has a small…
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So, you have decided to venture into the world of fake-baking’. With the amount of people doing it these days you think why not? Paying visits to the tanning bed makes achieving a tan quick and easy, but also hold…
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Benefits of caffeine in skin care products What person would not like to have glowing skin or other benefits from skincare products? The hottest new ingredient in skin care products for the last several years is quite common – caffeine….
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If you pay any attention to your skin, you’ll notice it changes based upon the time of year. While summer can wreak havoc on your skin via sweat clogging pores and causing acne, winter can play an even more frustrating…
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Crabtree and Evelyn’s Citron, Honey and Coriander Bath and Shower Gel comes in a 250ml plastic bottle inside a cardboard box. Both are a soft, pastel yellow decorated with a lemon and some feathery foliage. The outer box gives a…
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Bio Oil is a skin treatment that claims to have moisturising properties for dehydrated or ageing skin. Bio Oil contains the breakthrough PurCellin ingredient and has won multiple skincare awards. It also claims to help reduce the appearance of scars…
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Winter has arrived! During winter the temperature changes along with weather fluctuates from hot to cold and from dry to snowy. The largest organ in our body can be affected by the changing seasons. What is the largest organ of…
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In order to prevent cellulite, you need to understand what causes it in the first place. Cellulite is the bumpy fat deposits that many women complain about. As we all know "prevention is the best medicine"; it is much easier…
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We have certainly come a long way over the centuries in our choice of bathing products. As far back as 2800 B. C.in ancient Babylon, writings indicate that fats were boiled with ashes. It is not clear for what this product…
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Fashion trends evolve from year to year and season to season. Just as there are ever evolving fashion trends in clothing, handbags, shoes and even hair styles, there are also interesting trends in nails. A popular nail art company, Minx,…
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Well, I am going to be very subjective on this subject as I have my clear favourite here. I think that what decides about which wins the competition – shower or bath – is our personality and style of live….
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