I have lived with psoriasis nearly all of my life – since I was 4 years old. Sometimes I feel like I know more about the condition than any dermatologist. Sometimes. What can be said about it? It’s annoying, it’s…
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Think of the skin as a piece of cloth laid flat. Then imagine partially filled balloons evenly placed directly underneath the cloth that is still flat. Now see a second piece of cloth below the balloons, creating a balloon sandwich….
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It’s easy to fall in love with those colourful, scented bath bombs (or bath fizzies) sold in shops, but the price can be offputting, with a luxury bath bomb costing as much as £2.99 – and that’s just for one…
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Very few things are as soothing as a long, warm bath. You can enhance this experience by using a fragrant body splash when you get out of the tub. If you are unfamiliar with body splashes, it’s time to get…
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Soaptopia is a California original. This company specializes in all-natural soaps and other products such as lip balm, shaving cream, balms, body washes, bath salts, natural perfumes, and lotions. All of their products are made by hand with only pure vegetable based ingrdients including but…
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As we exfoliate and moisturize our various body parts we tend to forget about our arms. We spend time and money making sure we have smooth, silky legs, soft-as-a-baby’s-butt hands, and acne free faces, but rarely do we concentrate that…
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Which is better, bar soap or body wash? The only time that I use bar soap is when we are on vacation and then it is the little bars that we get in the hotel. These bars usually come in…
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The largest and most noticeable organ on your body is your skin. Taking good care of it is essential to keeping it radiant; these easy to follow tips will get you started on your journey to glowing, healthy skin. Drink…
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There are several things that can help improve the appearance of acne, and for many people a chemical peel is one of those things. A chemical peel can provide several benefits for acne sufferers, this article explores those benefits. Chemical…
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The war between shower gels and regular soap has begun! Watch out soap because use of shower gels is on the rise. Regular soap makers are having to market their soap products differently to stay in the market against shower…
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“Ewwww, what are those things’ hanging from your neck? Are they warts? Are you a witch? Is it contagious? Ewwwwwwww!” a group of girls screeched at me during the seventh grade. I was mortified. I was different. I ran and…
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Aspirin not only cures our headaches but it has also been found to work as an inexpensive beauty product. Most expensive and commercial facial masks on the market today all contain the same ingredient, salicylic acid. Aspirin tablets also contain…
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Though the idea of a face-full of lesions is more connected with teenagers panicking before prom, the Acne Resource Center reports that 20 percent of adults have active acne as well. Acne is a treatable condition, but can often leave…
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Acne scars can be one of the embarrassing things to have, but there are plenty of ways in which you can reduce them. According to howtoreduceacne.net “Vitamin E is best used to reduce acne scars. When applied to affected area over time, significant difference…
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The most beneficial way to ward off acne is to drink water. Just a couple glasses a day in place of pop, fruit juice or energy drinks will keep your complexion spot free and keep you healthier in a multitude…
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Acne is a common skin condition seen in both teens and adults. Acne can appear in many forms including pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and large papules, all of which can lead to some form of scarring. Because acne is so common,…
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Basic skin care tips It’s a cruel world out there and first impressions are everything. The reality is we do not always get judged on who we are but rather what we look like. Whether it’s a job interview or…
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What may be causing your skin rash Rashes are irritating enough because of the swelling, itching or burning that one endures, but not all rashes are the same. Some have a different appearance, while others have a different appearance. Red…
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Many people tend to think that acne and rosacea are similar to each other and if you thought so too, then you are also unfortunately mistaken. Although, the syndromes of both these disorders appear to be pretty alike, rosacea and…
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There’s nothing more annoying and upsetting than seeing a pimple on the face staring back at one’s reflection. It may be tempting to scrub away the irritating pimple until it magically disappears; however acting aggressively or impulsively may make the…
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Just because acne is common in teen agers and young adults doesn’t mean it isn’t devastating. As your child reaches puberty and enters high school they will have to deal with the stress of losing control of their bodies. As…
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Eating skin-friendly foods is easy, and soon you will be able to recognize acne-provoking foods at glance and form your eating habits accordingly. Our skin is the largest organ in the body, and it’s incredibly responsive to nutrition. Whatever we…
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If you suffer from hyperpigmentation and acne scars, you should know that there are several effective ways to treat these imperfections. However, you should know the about the risks involving hydroquinone and which products on the market contain this dangerous…
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Fighting Stress Related Acne We all have stress (no need to deny it you happy-go-lucky types, you have stress too), and if you live in a city like New York or LA your levels of sress are probably sky-rocketing. Unfortunately…
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Look for acne medications with salacylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. A popular choice, salacylic acid is known to produce rapid skin-cell turnover and is frequently used in anti-aging products. Benzoyl peroxide can sometimes be more effective for certain people. Be…
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We can send astronauts to the moon, but we still haven’t found a cure for acne. As amazing as that might seems, it’s true. Something as simple as acne still plagues the world. There are hundreds of acne products on…
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Have you ever felt that ugliness is slowly wrapping you up? You suddenly got famous for the polka dot acne face and you won’t even see a flawless part of your face? Worry no more, all you need to do…
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Acne is a common human skin condition that spoils the beauty of the skin by causing pimples (also known as zits). Many remedies are available for acne. Some of them are not suitable for sensitive skin. Sensitive skin is highly…
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Aspirin. Everyone knows aspirin is used for headaches, pain, and even for lowering the risk of heart attack… but for beauty? The common bathroom cabinet staple is, in fact, the key ingredient in a simple face mask you can create…
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In treating acne, many minerals vitamins work to clear up the skin by boosting the immune and elimination body systems while gently regulating hormonal levels. Here are some vitamins that are especially beneficial for acne-prone skin. These vitamins and minerals…
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