Skincare & Beauty

Overview Pimples are inflammation on the surface of the skin typically caused by pores that have been clogged with oil and dead skin cells. By reducing the amount of oil on the skin, you can prevent and treat blemishes. A…
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Acne is bad enough, but being left with unsightly acne scars can be enough to make you want to turn into a hermit. But since that’s not practical, there are ways to get rid of your acne scars for good….
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Treating acne is a simple process for many. It involves going to the drug store, picking up a topical treatment like benzoyl peroxide and applying it at home until the blemishes go away. However, it’s not so easy for some…
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Hair loss is a common problem among men, and in Westernized societies it can bring some embarrassment. Male-pattern baldness is the primary cause of hair loss, but hair can recede, thin or disappear entirely for other reasons, including alopecia, hair-shaft…
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Most women spend a considerable amount of time shaving to remove unwanted body hair and obtain smooth skin. In fact, Women’s Health states that nearly 3/4 of women remove the hair on their legs at least three times each week…
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Overview Blackheads are a form of acne that affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. And while blackheads are a noninflammatory form of acne, they aren’t any easier to get rid of. They most commonly show up on…
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Growing out long, beautiful hair isn’t as simple as neglecting to cut it. Having healthy hair requires that you strike a fine balance in caring for it, but having healthy long hair requires you to become even more diligent in…
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The perception that massage therapy as a viable way to reduce stress and improve one’s health is growing. As the popularity of alternative medicine increases, more people will turn to massage therapy for pain reduction and other proven beneficial after…
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Overview Ingesting clay may seem an unusual way to cleanse the body, but proponents of the method say it can help to attract heavy metals and chemicals in the body as it moves through the intestinal system so that they…
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Ingrown hairs occur when hair that is cut short, shaved, plucked or waxed curves either into the wall of the hair follicle or back into the skin. This condition is most common among African-American men but can occur in anyone,…
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Overview Castile soap is a gentle cleanser that traditionally consists of only soap, glycerin and water–the result of the saponification process, according to castile soap makers Dr. Bronner’s. Castile soap devotees use it not only as a skin cleanser, but…
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It’s easy to damage and dry out your hair. Ironically, the chemicals used in processes to supposedly beautify your hair, such as coloring and perms, can dry out and harm your locks when overused or used improperly. A little tender…
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Overview Chances are good you have showered during the past 24 hours. During that same period, you likely brushed your teeth twice, washed your hands multiple times, and brushed your hair. Most people invest a significant amount of time maintaining…
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Overview Erythromycin with benzoyl peroxide is a combination topical treatment for acne that’s available only with a doctor’s prescription. Sold under the trade name Benzamycin Pak, this gel is uniquely packaged so that benzoyl peroxide and erythromycin don’t come into…
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Approximately one in 32–or 8.4 million–people in the United States suffer from a dry skin condition, according to CureResearch. Since your skin is the largest organ of your body, suffering from dry skin can lead to uncomfortable sensations of itching,…
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Overview Blackheads are caused by clogged pores and manifest as ugly black marks on your skin. Caused by excess oil on your skin, you can prevent blackheads with good skin-care practices. If you already have blackheads, you can dissolve them…
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Overview Age spots, which are also called solar lentigines or liver spots, are flat, tan, gray, or brown areas of skin discoloration that develop on sun-exposed areas of the body, such as the hands. They occur in people of all…
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Most of the human body secretes oily fluids from beneath the skin’s surface to maintain the lubrication and protection of the outer layers. Unfortunately, your lips do not have this constant moisturizing, and as a result, when dehydrated and dried,…
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Almost everyone experiences acne during at least one point in their lives, whether it’s as a teenager or as an adult. Though acne is common, it is still embarrassing for many people, especially those who have severe acne. People with…
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The human body perspires after exposure to high temperatures, when muscles create heat, in response to emotional stimuli and as a response to certain foods. Thermoregulation is the major trigger for sweating. Perspiration is primarily a function of the body’s…
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Most people have had acne in at least one time in their lives. Some people experience acne that doesn’t seem to stop or fade for 10 years or more. If acne is treated properly and not touched, the marks tend…
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People tend to think of acne as a problem for your face, but acne can show up anywhere on your body–especially in places like your chest, where your skin’s oil glands are most developed, according to Harvard University Health Services….
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Overview Botox is the brand name of the formula containing clostridium botulinum, a toxin used to treat weakened muscles, facial twitches and uncontrolled blinking, report doctors at Cleveland Clinic. Cosmetic surgeons inject Botox into areas of the skin to reduce…
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Dandruff results when the accumulation of dead skin cells on the scalp surpasses the removal of those dead skin cells, resulting in itching and white flakes. In most instances, dandruff is not a serious condition that requires medical attention; however,…
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If you frequently blow dry, color, perm, curl or straighten your hair, your hair may be damaged. Additionally, using styling products that contain alcohol such as hairspray and gel, can dry out hair, making it brittle and rough. If your…
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You should be selective about your diet if your skin is prone to breakouts. Food does not cause acne, so it cannot cure acne. However, what you eat will affect the quality of your health and the overall condition of…
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Perspiration is an important component of the body’s cooling system. Produced in sweat glands within the skin, perspiration cools the body when exposed to heat in a process called thermoregulation. There are two types of sweat glands in the human…
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Acne comes in many types of severity, ranging from the occasional breakout to the persistent plague. Your acne can also be influenced by factors seen an unseen, including your skin hygiene, drugs you are taking, stress and diet. This can…
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Overview If you have subjected your hair to damage, it may look dull, dry and lifeless. Coloring, styling, perming and blow drying can damage your hair, causing it to become brittle and break. Hair that is particularly damaged may feel…
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Girls in their teens may notice that they must pay more attention to personal hygiene because their bodies are going through a transition. Sweat glands that once lay dormant may become active, leading to body odor, and hormone levels change,…
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