Skincare and Beauty

1. Confirm an Infection For the first few days after you get a tatoo, the skin around the area probably will be red, irritated and painful. However, if the irritation doesn’t clear up for weeks, or if you notice a…
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Severe acne produces deep cysts, pain and inflammation, and can result in skin damage and scars. Topical and oral treatments decrease oil production, reduce inflammation, eliminate bacteria, increase the shedding of dead skin cells that clog pores, or all four….
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Spa facials are popular and skin-type specific. They run the gamut from those that pamper to those that address skin conditions such as acne, mature skin, sun-damaged skin, dry, dehydrated or oily skin, and facials specifically designed for men. Express…
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Chemical peels are used to cause blistering and peeling off of your skin. It helps new skin to regenerate resulting in smoother skin. Trichloroacetic acid or TCA peels are chemical peels. A trichloroacetic acid peel can be used to cause…
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Overview Keeping your feet soft and smooth is often difficult if you go barefoot a lot or if you wear socks and shoes that do not fit correctly. Both situations can cause friction and lead to calluses, corns and rough…
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Overview An acne facial, whether performed by a skin care specialist, a dermatologist or at home, attempts to reduce the symptoms and signs of acne. Acne skin may be dehydrated (missing water) but is not dry (missing oil). Acne skin,…
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The herpes virus called varicella-zoster causes the illness called chickenpox. Once the virus enters the body, it never leaves. The virus lies dormant in the body along the nerves near the spinal cord and brain, according to the Mayo Clinic….
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Overview Approximately 40 percent of individuals suffering from hair loss are women, according to the American Hair Loss Association. And much like men, this hair loss is often associated with genetics. Female-pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia, is characterized as an…
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Shampoo is an important component of hygiene and keeping the hair healthy. However, most shampoos that are developed for adult use have active ingredients that can burn and irritate the eyes. Using these shampoos on children or infants can be…
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Overview Over half of all women between ages 20 and 29 suffer from acne, and for some it continues into their 40s, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) reports. It is a much more common problem in adult women than…
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Overview Mayonnaise is an excellent conditioning substance for your hair. It is cheap and can be purchased from any supermarket, or you can also make your own. Mayo can be used to treat dry hair and give hair a great…
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Because they are often in close contact with one another, children frequently spread the agents that cause rashes amongst themselves. Scabies and ringworm are commonly passed from child to child. Not all rashes, however, result from person-to-person contact. Some rashes,…
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Stretch marks are characterized by pink or red streaks indented on the abdomen, breasts, upper arms, buttocks or thighs. Stretch marks can be caused by pregnancy, hormonal influences, and may appear after losing or gaining a large amount of weight….
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Effective listening is a tool that can benefit all facets of daily life. Utah State University says effective listening is a process. You must be able to really listen and comprehend what is being said and then be able to…
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Dark circles under the eyes affect everyone at one time or another. Many home remedies exist for treating this condition. However, the cure for circles under the eyes depends on the cause, states FacialPlasticSurgery.net. Trial and error may help you…
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Overview Acne is a skin condition that occurs in an estimated 40 to 50 million Americans, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Because acne is the result of clogged pores, individuals should avoid pore-clogging facial products. In some instances,…
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Overview Many women visit beauticians to receive regular bikini waxes, where a professional removes hair from the pubic region using warm wax. Waxing can lead to uncomfortable ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs are not serious, but they can be painful and…
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A head massage has a number of benefits. Massaging the scalp can help you relax, relieve pain and improve your mood. While you can give yourself a scalp massage, this is best done by somebody else, so you can relax…
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Overview A person’s skin provides a shield of protection against the elements and potential infections. The skin is covered with various marks, spots, grooves and wrinkles that may or may not be desirable. Moles are found on the skin of…
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Swollen, puffy eyes can show up if you get too much sleep or not enough, if your allergies are acting up, if you had a little too much to drink the night before or even if your mother had a…
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If your sneakers are worn out, too small or out of style, consider your options before throwing them in the trash. Shoe repair shops can refurbish your favorite sneakers but if the shoe no longer fits, donate or repurpose them….
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1. The Prodromal Stage When the herpes zoster virus, dormant since you had the chicken pox, is reactivating in your body, you will show mild symptoms. These are often nonspecific and could be caused by any number of viral infections…
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If your hair looks and feels dry, it may be damaged. Hair may become damaged after it is exposed to heat, styling products, chemicals and harsh weather. If you frequently blow dry, straighten, hairspray, perm, color or expose your hair…
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Dry, damaged hair has many causes. Some include over-processing, over-shampooing, swimming in chlorinated or salty ocean water, blow-drying and exposing your mane to wind and sun. If your hair is very dry, consider treating it weekly until the condition improves;…
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As your body ages, the natural process of aging begins to reduce the amount of collagen and elastin produced in your skin, resulting in wrinkling and drooping. This wrinkling process can be further accelerated through spending too much time in…
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Overview Body odor describes the unpleasant smell often associated with sweating and bacteria growing on the body. By itself, sweat is odorless. When you add bacteria to the mix, they multiply rapidly, which results in a foul odor. Certain parts…
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Interigo is a medical term for a rash that occurs in skin folds. The condition is more common in people who are overweight or diabetic, and in women with large pendulous breasts, but anyone can develop interigo. Rashes beneath the…
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1. Home Treatments Often, simply rubbing soothing oils and exfoliants into the scar tissue can break up some of the collagen tissue and restore both flatness and normal appearance to the skin. Vitamin E, in particular, can help the skin…
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Firm, resilient skin is a sign of youth. Our skin becomes looser as a consequence of natural aging and other life events, like weight loss or childbearing. How much you can tighten your skin is largely determined by how elastic…
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Doctors use laser surgery to treat and correct many eye conditions. As with any type of surgery, laser procedures on the eye may have side effects. Many of these problems gradually disappear as the eye heals. However, knowing the possible…
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