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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
A vibration training machine offers nueromuscular training with the intention of improving muscular strength, balance and power. The machine features a platform with a removable pad on which you sit, stand or lie down. The vibrations’ frequency and amplitude are…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Many people experience dry scalp as a result of various factors such as extreme weather conditions, drying hair products, product buildup, medical conditions (e.g., eczema or psoriasis) or dehydration. For most, dry scalp causes dandruff. If you have a severe…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Acne is a common skin problem that affects about 17 million Americans, according to the Nemours hospital network. It is a bane of teenagers, but many adults get it too. Most people refer to just about any type of…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
The most common form of massage in the Western world is Swedish massage. This is a full body massage using oil or cream to move the hands smoothly over the skin. This technique is intended to promote relaxation, increase the…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview There’s a reason the brown spots that sometimes appear on your upper lip are nicknamed age spots–they usually make their appearance around the time your first wrinkles start to show up, and they may be caused by some of…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Massage offers more than an hour of pampering and luxury. Actually, massage offers a variety of physical health benefits, according to the Mayo Clinic. Massage may also be engaged for a sense of well-being, comfort and stress relief, all of…
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November 24, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Breast implants are surgical enhancement of the size and possibly the shape of the breast. Breast augmentation surgery can be performed following breast-removing surgeries in breast cancer patients or in healthy women who wish to increase the size of their…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview The Georgetown University Department of Medicine defines face pores as the openings for hair follicles. Within these tiny holes, your skin manufactures oils, but an overproduction of facial oils (sebum) can block your pores, forming whiteheads or blackheads. The…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Large pores can easily lead to blackheads and whiteheads. And those can lead to acne. So it’s important to care for your pores to alleviate any skin-care complications. The bad news is that if you are born with large pores,…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Ingrown nails and hangnails are conditions that can cause pain and irritation around the affected nail. An ingrown nail occurs when the nail grows into the surrounding skin and is most common on the toenails. A hangnail occurs when excess…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Wrinkles appear on your face for a variety of reasons. Repeated facial expressions like, squinting, laughing or frowning can cause wrinkles. Too much sunlight, smoking and getting older can also make wrinkles appear on your face. There are treatments that…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Stretch marks can affect men as well as women and vary in their severity. While some people may not be bothered by stretch marks, they are a great cosmetic concern for many. Once they have developed, they will gradually fade…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Ayurvedic practitioners in India have been using head massage to treat illnesses for 5,000 years, according to MassageTherapy.com. Head and scalp massage is a simple, relaxing and affordable method of addressing many of your head- and scalp-related health complaints, and…
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Liver spots, also known as sun spots or age spots, are flat spots with a brown, gray or black color. They are most common in individuals over the age of 40 and occur as a result of sun exposure….
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November 23, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
As you get older, you might begin to notice wrinkles or lines and creases in your face. This typically is associated with the aging process but also can arise prematurely because of other factors, such as the environment and lifestyle…
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November 23, 2013
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As a part of the body’s cooling system, perspiration protects the body from heat induced illness and harm. The American Academy of Dermatology notes that special variations of sweat glands in the ears produce ear wax, a type of perspiration…
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November 22, 2013
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Massage is a type of therapeutic bodywork that can benefit a pregnant woman in many ways. The weight of the growing baby puts pressure on the mother’s internal organs, creating aches and pains and restricted breathing. The stress of caring…
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November 22, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Spas use body wraps to detoxify, exfoliate and nourish the skin. According to the “Yoga Journal,” seaweed is naturally high in the antioxidant vitamin A, which eliminates free radicals known to damage and age skin. Fatty acids in the seaweed…
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November 22, 2013
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Excessive, unwanted facial hair in women has its own medical term. Hirsuitism is used to describe a condition in which women experience male-pattern growth of coarse, dark hair, says the Mayo Clinic. Unwanted facial hair is a symptom of hirsutism,…
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November 22, 2013
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If you’ve noticed a red, itchy rash on your skin, see a doctor to determine the cause of the rash. It may be due to chickenpox, hives, psoriasis, shingles, Lyme disease or a multitude of other itchy skin conditions. If…
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November 22, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Saunas and steam rooms have long been popular in spas and gyms, but these once-luxurious bathing options have become a trend in home design, according to “New Home Trends Today.” While saunas and steam rooms share many of the…
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November 22, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Stretch marks are caused by pregnancy and rapid weight gain and loss. According to dermatologists at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, your legs are one of the most common places for stretch marks to form. Stretch marks form when…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Just like older kids and adults, babies can develop dry, itchy and flaky skin. In fact, baby skin is so delicate that it is more susceptible to dryness. Fortunately, parents can implement a multi-layered treatment program that incorporates moisturizing…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Acne can make you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable in your own skin. Even though you have acne, it doesn’t mean you have to live with it. You can use several methods to get rid of your acne fast and return…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Hair loss increases with age. The medical term for hair loss is alopecia, and billions of dollars a year are spent on its prevention and treatment. Pharmaceutical drugs to help prevent hair loss are expensive, according the Harvard Health Publications,…
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November 21, 2013
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Overview The “Encyclopedia of Family Health” says liver spots can appear at any age. They are brown spots on your skin that are similar to freckles. Liver spots do not change color or multiply on exposure to sunlight, but freckles…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview While hair loss is normal in some aging adults, hair loss in children usually indicates underlying conditions ranging from fungal infections to psychological disturbances. Most of the time the cause of a child’s hair loss is temporary and easy…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview The brown spots on your legs are called age spots. The No. 1 cause of age spots is too much exposure to the sun. What causes age spots is a decrease in the amount of hormones your body produces….
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Consumers spend millions of dollars every year trying to become acne-free. Severe acne can cause permanent scars and discoloration of the skin. Fortunately, a wide variety of acne products are available to consumers both over-the-counter and by prescription. Do not…
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November 21, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Men and women alike often remove hair from certain body areas. Just about every man has removed hair from his face at one time or another, and some women have as well. Removing hair from the legs and the armpits…
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