Skincare and Beauty

Overview Abreva medication is the brand name for docosanol, a topical anti-infective. According to Drugs.com, an online drug resource, Abreva is used in the treatment of fever blisters, or cold sores, caused by the herpes simplex virus. This medication can…
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Scars occur when the skin is injured, burned or stretched beyond its limits and new fibers, containing a large volume of the material collagen, form in its stead. These fibers tend to be harder and different in color than the…
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Medline Plus, an online medical encyclopedia associated with the U.S. National Library of Medicine, reports that the purpose of fingernails and toenails is to protect the sensitive tissue at the end of the fingers and toes. The American Podiatric Medical…
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Overview Stretch marks can appear on nearly every part of a body on nearly every person. The most common places for stretch marks are places fat is stored–stomach, thighs, breasts, and buttocks. While having children and losing lots of weight…
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If you suffer from acne breakouts, you may want to try some home remedies to clear up your blemishes. Over-the-counter treatments can be effective, but can cause some unwanted side effects, and topical acne drugs may cause irritation, skin peeling…
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Overview Body wraps offer many potential benefits. They can reduce the appearance of cellulite, tone and tighten skin and relieve aching muscles. Many body wraps contain nourishing ingredients such as clay or olive oil, which can help to moisturize skin…
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Overview Underarm rashes are itchy and uncomfortable and may occur any time of the year. During cold, dry weather, you may simply have dry skin or you may get an eczema rash. In hot weather, you may sweat excessively and…
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Overview Jojoba oil, pronounced “ho-ho-ba,” is an essential oil that is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba tree. In actual fact, jojoba is not strictly an oil, but is instead what is known as a wax ester, a compound…
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Natural hot springs have been a popular destination for health conscious individuals for centuries. These therapeutic hot water springs occur near volcanic activity and contain high amounts of minerals, such as sulfur, that give the water a milky white to…
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One of the unfortunate effects of aging skin is that it is more prone to dryness and cracking. Dry skin, or xerosis, may also be due in part to environmental factors like cold, windy and dry air. While xerosis is…
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Dark under-eye circles are usually harmless, but they can make you look tired and less than your best. Lifestyle factors like drinking caffeinated beverages and alcohol along with smoking and sun exposure can contribute to dark, under-eye circles. They can…
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Bad body odor is an unpleasant condition that many people have to deal with. Although typically harmless, sometimes underlying health conditions can be the cause. In fact, body odor is a reflection of your health. Not only does odor mirror…
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Liver spots–also called age spots or solar lentigines–are brown, irregular patches on the skin. They are most common on sun-exposed areas, including the shoulders, back, arms, forehead, cheeks, nose and the backs of the hands. Age spots range from roughly…
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Overview Warts are the bane of many kids and adults, especially when they crop up on a visible area like the fingers or face. They are also annoying on the feet, even if they aren’t visible, because they make walking…
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Overview Elastin is a vital protein that maintains the structure and elasticity of your skin. Elastin constitutes about 25 percent of the total protein count in your body. As you age, it decreases. This causes wrinkles and fine lines to…
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Rashes, also known as dermatitis, are the result of inflammation of the skin. This inflammation leads to redness and itching. Rashes generally aren’t considered a medical emergency, but they can cause serious discomfort. Rashes can also signal that a patient…
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Overview The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) indicates that 50 percent of adult women between the ages of 20 and 29 continue to suffer from acne. Women may also notice that their acne gets worse after age 20, says dermatologist…
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Cellulite is basically a pocket of fat, according to the National Institutes of Health. Fat that develops just under the epidermis pushes up against the skin. But the connective fibers that attach the skin to the muscles pull down the…
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Women who grow an inordinate amount of facial hair have a condition known as hirsutism, according to the Mayo Clinic. Hirsutism is a generally undesirable condition that can develop when a woman’s body produces an overabundance of male hormones called…
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Microdermabrasion treatments can rejuvenate your skin, diminish age spots and have smoothing effects on scars and wrinkles. Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive procedure that involves the use of aluminum oxide crystals to essentially vacuum away a fine layer of old skin…
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Proactiv Refining Mask, is advertised as a “bonus gift” with the three piece Proactiv anti-acne treatment. Sulfur as a main ingredient provides another proven treatment addition to the already benzoyl peroxide-rich system. It comes in a 1-oz. bottle to use…
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Jojoba oil is a natural oil widely used for beauty purposes. It is made from the seeds of the jojoba plant, which grows in the southwestern region of the United States. It is available in most drugstores and is relatively…
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Overview Cellulite accumulates when there is excess body fat. Cellulite gets its dimpled or “cottage cheese” appearance because it protrudes under the skin through weak connective tissue. To stop cellulite it is important to clean up your diet and engage…
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Overview Topicals that lighten skin are often the first line of defense against discoloration caused by sun spots, melasma, or post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation that occurs after an acne lesion or other wound to the skin heals. Hydroquinone is the active ingredient…
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Massage therapy is an often-overlooked healing art form that can provide not only physical benefits but also mental benefits, such as relief of stress and tension. A study published by Reuters in March 2010, conducted by Dr. Wen-Hsuan Hou of…
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Skin diseases occur for many reasons. Skin coming into contact with certain substances, an inflammatory reaction of the immune system or an infection can all be causes of skin problems. Your skin serves as protection for the body and yet,…
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Shingles is a condition caused by the herpes zoster virus. This virus also causes the chicken pox virus. After recovering from the chicken pox, the virus remains dormant in the body. Later in life, the virus can reactivate and cause…
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Overview If you have stretch marks, it’s easy to become confused about what treatment can really help you. Consumer products, such as lotions, creams and balms, claim that you can prevent and reduce stretch marks with topical treatments, but the…
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1. Plan a Detox Diet A detox diet usually involves 7 to 10 days of “cleansing,” where you eat a specific regimen of food that rids your digestive tract of toxins and impurities. Specific detox diets vary. Some focus on…
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Overview No matter how tactful you are, discussing body odor can bring about pain or embarrassment for your spouse. Still, your partner will most likely want to know if he’s having problems with body odor, especially if he’s unaware of…
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