Skincare and Beauty

MRSA, or methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus, is an staph infection that is resistant to common antibiotics that are used to treat infections. The Mayo Clinic reports that one-third of the population has staph bacteria in their noses, or on their…
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Overview As tattoos have gone mainstream in the United States, so has tattoo removal. Unfortunately, available procedures have often led to heavy scarring, incomplete removal, or both. Laser removal, the most common technique today, leaves some patients with no sign…
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The face is certainly not the only place you can break out in acne. Your back, chest and neck are other common areas of the skin that can develop some form of acne. Regardless of it develops, acne is caused…
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Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that involves the over-growth of rough, dead skin cells that form into reddish, scaly bumps. It generally develops on the elbows, knees, groin, lower-back or scalp. Though not contagious, psoriasis causes pain, itching and…
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Overview Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes raised, scaly skin lesions. There is no cure for psoriasis, but doctors can often treat the itching, redness and flakiness. While medications are available for treating this illness, many doctors avoid using…
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Glycolic acid is a type of alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) primarily derived from sugarcane when used for skin care. A glycolic acid chemical peel can improve the skin’s appearance by helping the top layers of dead skin cells slough away, allowing…
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Overview Spring brings flowers and a few sunny days, but for allergy sufferers, the season may also bring the start of allergy symptoms. Pollen and other allergens may cause sneezing and sinus problems, as well as allergic reactions in the…
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Chocolate is a popular ingredient in some foods, beverages and candies. It is processed from the cocoa bean into a variety of flavors. Studies have shown chocolate to interact directly with certain compounds in the body to influence physiological and…
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Overview Professional body piercers perform piercings with needles made for piercing and medical use only. Needles for stitching fabric are used by non-professionals and piercees attempting a piercing procedure. Needles not designed for body piercing make smaller holes than needed…
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When the blood vessels and nasal passageways in the nose become swollen with fluid, the nose becomes congested and often is referred to as stuffy nose. Allergies, pet dander, tobacco smoke, a cold or flu can cause nasal congestion, according…
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The ingredients in a body wrap are as different and varied as the person creating the body wrap. Ingredients in your formula can be customized based on the results you hope to achieve. Check with your doctor before having a…
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The female breast has a complex structure made of several elements. It include fat, blood vessels, milk ducts, lymph nodes, lobules, lobes and connective tissue, known as Cooper’s ligaments, according to the Mayo Clinic. Younger women have denser breast tissue….
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Corticosteroids are a class of hormone-like drugs that signal the body’s immune system to halt inflammatory reactions. They are part of a group of molecules known as steroids. Corticosteroids differ in function from anabolic steroids used by some athletes to…
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Overview If you have thin and sparse eyelashes, you may be suffering from a condition known as hypotrichosis. This term is used to describe inadequate or non-existent hair growth. If you notice any type of hair loss on the body…
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Silicone breast implants are not guaranteed to last a woman’s lifetime, and a variety of problems are associated with the implants, according to the Mayo Clinic. Silicone breast implants are currently approved by the FDA for women age 22 and…
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Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes an excessive buildup of dead, dry and rough skin cells that are typically reddish and covered with silvery “scales,” according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Psoriasis is often a painful chronic…
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Overview Tattoos have become mainstream skin decorations that are often personal symbols. Despite their popularity, however, tattoos sometimes pose a risk of side effects that are related to the chemicals in the inks and not to the application itself. There…
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Vitamins are the building blocks which your body uses in order to grow. They can be either fat soluble or water soluble. Your body can store fat soluble vitamins when you eat more than is used in a day. Water-soluble…
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A hangnail often makes its presence known when you snag it on a sofa or your clothing and it hurts. Hangnails are bits of dead skin that occur when the surrounding skin, referred to as the cuticle, dries out. Hangnails…
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Overview The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) reports that back pain plagues 80 percent of people at one point during their lifetime. Back pain is a result of hurting muscles or ligaments in your back. Although massage therapy should not take…
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With flip flops and open toe dress shoes, it is always nice to show off well-groomed toes. Whether you are cleaning your feet up for beach season or for a special occasion, it is important to take care of your…
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Overview Although not uncommon as one ages, puffiness under eyes it still a frustrating condition. From lack of sleep to allergies, having puffiness under your eyes can make it impossible to go out into the world and put your best…
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There are many different ways to cleanse and detox the colon that can be done at home, but they all require precautions. Gastroenterologist Michael Picco of MayoClinic.com explains that while colon cleanses in general are not dangerous, there are potential…
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Nails that are exposed to dark, damp environments can become infected with nail fungus. If you walk barefoot in a public shower, pool or locker room, nail fungus may attach itself to the nail bed and spread to the rest…
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As a kid, you loved those long summer days playing in the sunshine, barefoot and wearing your favorite shorts. You remember swimming half the day at the pool. If you lived near a coastline, you probably spent hours body surfing…
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Overview New parents often are eager to show off their baby, but their child’s complexion is not always as picture-perfect as they may have expected. In fact, almost a third of babies will develop baby acne, according to Dr. Laura…
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Overview Hair that is colored, processed or styled with hair dryers or curling irons sometimes becomes dry, porous, weak and afflicted by split ends. This is because chemicals, heat, styling tools and even periods of low humidity can all affect…
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Overview Pregnancy doesn’t only bring a joyous glow to an expectant mother, it can often bring stretch marks as well. According to What To Expect.com, 90 percent of pregnant women develop stretch marks, most often on the belly, breasts, buttocks…
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Rashes are skin eruptions that may be accompanied by pain, redness, swelling, blisters or itching. Many diseases, such as genital herpes and German measles, include a rash as a symptom of the underlying illness, while in other cases including contact…
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Overview Callus scars are thickened layers of skin that develop along areas of the body as a result of repeated pressure or friction. They’re most commonly seen on the bottoms of the feet, but may also develop on the palms…
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