Stretch marks, also known as striae, are caused by excessive stretching of the skin. They are very common in women who have been pregnant but they also crop up during puberty, which means that although you may feel very alone…
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During warmer months, sleeveless dresses are our best friends. But along with those tank tops and sleeveless tees come sessions of waxing, shaving and twee-zing for perfect underarms. Call it the armpit, underarm or axilla, all attention is on the underarms when…
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Wearing casuals to office, donning a swimsuit, wearing a gown, modelling for fashion wear or going sleeveless all become a cause for embarrassment if your armpits are darker than the rest of your body. Although make-up offers temporary relief, it…
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Getting rid of and preventing pimples is quite simple. It doesn’t matter whether you have oily or dry skin. You can take some measures that will stop pimples in their tracks. Prevention The first step in pimple prevention is to…
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Find out what dosha type you are. Through ayurvedic teachings you will learn which foods can aggravate your body and mind, which ones would be beneficial to your inner balance and what lifestyle changes or activities would compliment your dosha….
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One of the most cosmetically displeasing, yet completely harmless, imperfections on the human’s skin is stretch marks. Whereas most women develop stretch marks after birth, many people tend to get them from sudden weight gain, and many develop them especially…
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What a real eye-catcher: Gisele Bündchen’s endlessly long and well-trained legs. What does the top model do for that? Everything that is fun! She preferably burns off energy with playing volleyball, horse riding, running and yoga. But she can’t gain…
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Cold, dry winter air can do a number on even the most well behaved skin, causing painful and embarrassing redness and irritation. Thankfully, you don’t have to spend a lot of time or money in order to prevent dry skin…
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Stretch marks are a harmless but annoying side effect of rapid stretching of the skin, usually associated with either rapid growth or weight gain which damage the elastic fibres beneath the epidermis. Often they occur during pregnancy as the abdomen…
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Many people have experienced acne before. Of course, it’s quite frustrating for one to see a pimple or two before a big party or getting a picture taken. Usually, acne arrives during the teenage years, which is not surprising, since many teens are self-conscious…
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Acne is a problem that plagues us all and doesn’t discriminate. A sixty three year old college professor is as susceptible to acne as a fifteen year old high school student. Yet it remains one of the most misunderstood skin…
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Having a smooth, even complexion is a common dream of women and men across age-groups. Whether, teens, young adults or middle aged people, everyone likes to have an even skin tone. In fact, there are cosmetics, dietary supplements and even…
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I would like to start by saying that real acne has little to do with bad hygiene habits or having a sugar prone diet. This is just one of the myths going around that make people who have acne feel…
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Stretch marks are a common complaint, especially amongst women. When rapid growth or weight gain occurs, for example during puberty or pregnancy, these red or purple marks appear. Over time, they fade to white and become less obvious, but many…
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A Pimple is when a pore of skin becomes clogged by bacteria, debris, and the naturally occurring oil produced within each pore. The plugged pore may remain a blackhead or whitehead – or rupture into an inflamed cyst. While no…
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Acne is a common skin condition that can affect a number of people at some part of their lives. Acne is normally associated with hormonal changes in teenagers, but it can also affect adults as well. Whilst there are different…
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“To all the girls I have loved before” or rather something reminiscent whose fragrance and odor still lingers in the air, it’s probably another of those occasions to take a trip down memory lane. Well this time round it’s another…
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In a contemporary society bursting with influences dictating what one’s image ought to be, it is no wonder that most women lose sleep over their appearances. To be more specific and realistic, many women race against Mother Nature. Racing against…
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In a number of global reports on male grooming, the market for male skin care products is growing heavily. This is primarily driven by a rapid rise of the metrosexual male, innovative and appealing products, an expanding middle class population,…
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After my boys decided they would have fun n my bathroom by squeezing all the hand soap down the toilet I had to find a replacement. This Radox clean and nourish one was on offer in my local supermarket so…
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Sally Hansen is possibly the most trusted name in nail care, and with good reason, their range of products contains only the highest quality ingredients to deliver the best results possible. They are the choice of many nail experts all…
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It’s true that you can’t beat the special one on one attention that you receive when you go into a salon and the peace and tranquility that you get from the whole experience but in all honestly, who has the…
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If you have weak, flaky nails, you’ll know how frustrating it can be when you are trying to grow them. They split, chip and peel, and very often will not grow past your fingertips without breaking.There are many ways that…
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Fingernails are made from a porous material known as keratin. This means there are numerous reasons why fingernails can suffer from splitting. The most common include; overuse of nail polish remover, inappropriate care, infection, poor diet and simply daily wear…
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Everyone likes their beauty routine, and no matter how much they love the end result; the truth is it can be very time consuming. And when time is of the essence this can be really inconvenient, but there are so…
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Many dark nail polish colors look stunning, but because they draw more attention to your hands, they require some specialized nail care to help them look amazing. Before you even reach for the bottle, make sure your hands and nails…
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To create the perfect manicure or pedicure, you need to select the right shade of nail polish. Finding the perfect color is not as simple as picking one that looks great in the bottle. The best shade will suit your…
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When it comes to caring for your fingernails and toenails it is beneficial to have an understanding of basic nail terms and facts. The following is a brief overview of these terms and facts. What are nails made of? Nails…
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Silky smooth hands are important, not only so you feel good, but also so you can look your best. However, getting hands that stay smooth is not as simple as just picking out a nice hand creme. Eliminating products that…
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Fingernails and toenails are made from a fibrous protein called keratin. Keratin is porous and absorbs water and other substances that come into contact with it. This means that there are many reasons why nails may turn yellow. The most…
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