Skincare & Beauty

Overview Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that occurs in small circular patches. Unlike other forms of hair loss, alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease. Some people’s hair loss improves with treatment, while others’ alopecia areata may go…
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The dry, cold air of winter, medications, hormonal shifts that accompany pregnancy or menopause, and other factors can all cause you to experience a dry nose. Nasal dryness can be itchy and uncomfortable but can also lead to medical issues…
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Infants get stuffy noses, just like adults do, when an infectious agent, such as a cold virus, invades the respiratory system. MedlinePlus points out that despite what many people think, congestion isn’t the result of thick mucus–it is actually because…
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Overview Working out is good for you, but if you are African-American, it can be very hard on your hair. Black hair tends to be coarse, which causes it to dry out quickly. The salts released with sweat can dry…
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Overview The story of StriVectin® is unique among cosmetics companies; in fact, the company didn’t intend to make wrinkle treatments or even facial skin care products. The company’s first product, StriVectin®-SD, began as a simple stretch mark cream. Once scientists…
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It is sometimes difficult to get all the nutrients we need for healthy hair and skin from our diet but luckily there are a wide variety of dietary adjustments and supplements to aid us. The best way to get all…
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Overview Using essential oils is a natural way to heal many problems of the skin. Some of these include dryness or imbalances in oil, acne, wrinkles and scarring. It is also important to know the best kinds of oils, their…
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Dandruff is a chronic condition characterized by itchy and flaky skin of the scalp. According to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, dandruff occurs because of excessive buildup of dead skin on the scalp, and fall and winter weather can…
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Head lice, tiny parasitic insects that feed on blood from the scalp, spread easily through head-to-head contact and affect school-age children most frequently. Many over-the-counter and prescription medications can eliminate lice, although alternative treatments are also an option. Regardless of…
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Acne is most frequently caused by blockage of the skin’s pores, overactive oil glands, an increase in normal skin bacteria and inflammation caused by the body trying to rid itself of potentially harmful substances. While many claim that herbal treatments…
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As you grow older, your skin naturally loses elasticity and begins to sag; the skin around your eyes is no exception. The skin of your eyebrows to the skin below your eyes can droop, resulting in puffiness, dark circles and…
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Overview Comprised of keratin and protein, hair is a non-living substance that comes under attack daily. The sun, wind, environmental pollutants, styling products, thermal styling tools, chemical hair treatments and neglect all serve to undermine hair’s naturally healthy condition. However,…
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Parents are often ashamed when their children are sent home from school because of a lice infestation. But the infestations are actually quite common and are not a sign of poor hygiene, according to the National Institutes of Health. Lice–small…
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While dark circles and puffy eyes are typically not a major medical concern, they can be irritating and embarrassing. Both conditions become more common with age. If you’re lucky enough not to have an circles yet, consider preventative treatments such…
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Overview Massage therapy is a method of manipulating the soft tissues of the body for purposes of normalizing those tissues or creating a relaxation response. Deep tissue massage is a more focused type of therapy that aims to release areas…
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If you catch a cold, you’re not alone–according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Americans catch around one billion colds a year, providing plenty of stuffy noses, headaches and sore throats for everyone. If you have a…
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There are plenty of acne medications that work by fighting off bacteria on the face, speeding up skin cell formation, and reducing oil production and acne inflammation. Many of these products are available through a doctor prescription or can be…
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Overview Your skin is very delicate and prone to injuries. When your skin becomes injured or irritated due to allergies, cosmetics, chemical application, abrasions or cuts, it becomes red or inflamed. This redness is a healing mechanism called inflammation, where…
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Parents and caregivers who lack access to soap and running water may need alternative ways to clean the hands of children. Hand sanitizers may kill germs more effectively than antimicrobial wipes or towelettes, according to the Mayo Clinic. However, hand…
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There are hundreds of different commercial treatments readily available for improving hair growth. These are often expensive and include lots of chemicals. For those who prefer to use natural alternatives to stimulate hair growth, there are plenty of different preparations…
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Overview Bald spots are an unfortunate, sometimes embarrassing condition that strikes millions of people every year. While bald spots usually happen to men older than the age of 40, nearly anyone can suffer from the loss of hair. Hair loss…
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Overview Acne can affect any area of the body and occur at any age, although it is most common in teenagers and pregnant women due to hormonal imbalances in the body. Acne occurs when the pores, or hair follicles, in…
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Overview Blackheads happen to just about everyone at some point in their lives. Blackheads happen when the pores in your skin build up and fill with dead skin and oil. Blackheads and spots happen when your skin follicles become larger…
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Male-pattern baldness is a common ailment affecting as much as 50 percent of all men by the time they reach 50 years of age, according to ScienceDaily.com. Many men find baldness to be an embarrassing and uncomfortable experience and seek…
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The Aveda Be Curly conditioner enhances curls, combats frizz, boosts shine and is a daily conditioner, according to Aveda’s website. Aveda products use ‘green ingredients’ that are organic, sourced from different habitats all over the world, provide fair compensation to…
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Eyelashes follow a certain growth cycle that is similar to hair on the rest of your body. During this active growth phase, the cells in the roots of your hair divide rapidly until a new hair is formed. Eyelash hair…
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Age spots, also referred to as liver spots, are characterized by flat, large freckle-like, brown areas that appear on the backs of hands, faces, necks and shoulders. Caused by years of overexposure to sunlight, age spots usually do not pose…
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With male pattern baldness, the growth cycle of hair shortens and the hair grows in thinner. Speak to your doctor to discuss potential effective ways to stop hair loss. Avoid supplement products that claim to cure male pattern baldness and…
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According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, corns are a type of callus that forms as a result of the bones in the toes putting pressure on the skin. Corns can be located on the bottom, side or top…
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Using commonly available materials, you can reduce your chances of getting wrinkles at a young age, or remedy existing wrinkles without spending a fortune on dermatological procedures and expensive skin creams. Although you may need to change parts of your…
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