Skincare and Beauty

Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located near the center of your back, on either side of your spine. They act as biological blood filters, constantly processing your blood to separate it from toxins and waste generated by your food…
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There are many different causes of bad breath, including the foods you eat, poor dental hygiene or underlying health problems. However, certain foods and herbs can actually help to fight off bad breath. If you take good care of your…
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Overview The human brain functions as the control center for the body. As a part of the nervous system, the brain receives, processes and responds to information gathered through the sensory experiences of the body. It regulates the operation of…
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Several techniques can be employed at home to remove unwanted hair. Trimming, shaving, waxing or sugaring and using depilatory creams remove unwanted hair cheaply and easily. While there are more permanent forms of hair removal, including laser hair removal and…
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Poison ivy and poison oak produce identical symptoms. Both plants contain the same noxious irritant–urushiol. Urushiol causes contact dermatitis, which is another name for the intense itching and rash that makes sufferers feel like they are going out of their…
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Overview Acne on the lower jaw is just like the acne that develops on any other area of the face or body. It results from a combination of different factors, including dead skin and excess oil as well as bacteria,…
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Dry feet can be painful, itchy and unattractive. However, many people who suffer from dry feet try to ignore the symptoms. And left untreated, severely dry feet can lead to infection. However, there is no reason to suffer, since there…
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Overview There is a prevailing myth that the hair of black children does not grow as quickly as the hair of children from other races. This myth is false. The average healthy person’s hair grows at a rate of a…
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Overview When a woman’s estrogen level drops, she may experience hot flashes. According to the Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine, a hot flash is an uncomfortable feeling of heat, starting in the face, throat or chest region and spreading over…
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Overview The hair loss men experience as they age tends to follow a characteristic pattern. The hair above the temples starts to disappear and the hairline recedes until you are left with the familiar “M” shape. A bald spot also…
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Stretch marks mostly arise as a result of pregnancy. However, they can also be caused by extreme weight gain or loss or fast body growth. They often fade in a year or two. While it is impossible to remove them…
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Overview In a never-ending quest to keep skin silky smooth and free of hair, the average woman spends more than 58 days over the course of a lifetime removing unwanted hair, according to a 2008 Zoomerang survey. While men do…
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Overview Genetics and the aging process cause most cases of hair loss. In fact, male pattern baldness and female pattern baldness account for the majority of hair-loss cases. Only a small percentage is attributed to other, less common, reasons. Nearly…
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While you may love your tattoos, there are times when you might need or want to cover them. Many people opt to hide their ink for formal occasions or may need to cover it in the workplace. Clothing or accessories…
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Many children don’t begin to have noticeable body odor until their bodies start to undergo the changes that occur during puberty. However, some parents may notice an unusual scent when their children are still infants or toddlers. These odors can…
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1. Check the Flowers Many poisonous plants sport very beautiful flowers, which may make them attractive to small children. The good news is that distinctive flowers can be easily spotted, telling you which plants should be avoided. Foxglove, for instance,…
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Body odor in children can be a natural part of the growth process or an indication of more serious medical conditions. Sometimes, better personal hygiene is all that’s necessary to combat body odor. For other conditions, it may be necessary…
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Seaweed is omnipresent in Chinese and Japanese medicine and cuisine. Known by its scientific name fucus vesiculosus, Bladderwrack is a brown seaweed found along the northern seacoasts of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is found primarily in herbal supplements,…
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Overview Red inks are common in the tattoo industry, as they tend to make body art stand out. Although red tattoo ink may accentuate a tattoo, it can pose health risks. The Healthy Skin Association (HSA) reports that all types…
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Some women experience back pain, physical discomfort and self-confidence issues because of their breast size. While surgery is an option for breast reduction it might not be the right choice for every woman. For the women wishing to avoid the…
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Overview According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is the leading cause of cancer in the U.S., and the number of cases continues to rise steadily. Several steps can be taken to prevent skin cancer, such as using sunblock,…
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Today there are many chemicals and toxic ingredients in skin care products that are produced and used worldwide. Although product manufacturers use these ingredients to help preserve a product or enhance product spreadability, they are not educating the consumer on…
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Cellulite consists of fat deposits under the skin that create a bumpy, visible texture. Cellulite can be a source of discomfort for many women, who are much more likely than men to develop cellulite. It typically results from excess fat,…
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Ringworm of the body is just one of a number of diseases caused by the group of fungi known as dermatophytes. Other dermatophyte infections include jock itch and athlete’s foot. The opportunistic dermatophyte fungus is microscopic, small enough to be…
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Overview Disease organisms enter the body through the mouth, nose, eyes and ears. You can be exposed to airborne diseases or diseases that you pick up by touching a contaminated surface and then touching your face. You can also be…
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Hair growth occurs in thousands of follicles in the skin all over a woman’s body. Hair growth occurs in a number of stages: an initiation stage when the hair begins to grow, a growth phase when the hair elongates, a…
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Hair loss can be caused by genetics, disease, infection, aging and medication. The traditional medical community has limited treatment options available to offer these patients and their success rates vary depending on the specific condition causing the patient’s hair loss….
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Overview Dissolution of marriage is a legal term used in some states to describe the process that terminates the bonds of matrimony. Marriage has legal and financial consequences that must first be addressed before these bonds can said to be…
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Proponents of the ionic foot detox claim that it can remove toxins and impurities from the body. The feet are submerged in salt water and a low-voltage electrode is placed in the water for ionic stimulation. The positive and negative…
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Overview Once you have received a permanent tattoo, removing the tattoo is painful and expensive. Covering up the old tattoo with a new design is an option that tattoo artists provide. Researching the tattoo artist by looking at his portfolio…
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