Skincare & Beauty

Overview Blemishes are never welcome, but they can be particularly upsetting when they appear during times of stress. According to MedlinePlus, stress alone does not cause breakouts, but it can worsen existing acne. Understanding potential causes of blemishes can help…
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There are a variety of reasons for dark circles under the eyes, which are medically defined as round, uniform areas of pigmentation underneath the eye area. Dark circles may be due to inherited traits, allergies or dehydration, stress or premature…
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Naturally derived ingredients paired with ethical sustainability practices are the foundation of Aveda. Known primarily for hair care products, Aveda also has great skin care products that contain natural organic ingredients. Aveda describes its products as having “green ingredients.” All…
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Overview Dealing with large pores and acne pits can leave you wishing you could hide your face from view or at least be able to work the wonders of photo airbrushing in real life. But since this isn’t possible, there…
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Overview The National Institutes of Health define hormones as the chemical messengers of the body. They affect reproduction, metabolism, sexual function, human development and mood. Hormones also play a role in hair loss in women. Hormonal causes of hair loss…
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Although enlarged pores are largely due to genetic causes, there are other contributing factors, including sun damage, lack of sufficient cleansing and poor exfoliation. In order to reduce your pores’ appearance, make efforts to lessen the amount of dirt, dead…
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Overview If your hair is dull, lifeless and limp, you may be using too many styling products. If you blow dry, straighten and color your hair frequently, give your hair a rest. When hair becomes damaged, it can feel like…
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If you are suffering from the common cold, you may feel congestion in the back of your throat that has dripped down from your nasal passages. As mucus drips down the back of your throat, it may feel irritated, sore…
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Overview Everyone wants perfect skin, but for those who have large pores or suffered from acne and have the scars to show for it, perfection can seem like an unattainable goal. But there are ways to remove your acne scars…
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For those who have grown tired of the endless routine of shaving, waxing or plucking to get rid of unwanted body hair, permanent hair removal is an attractive option. Many potential clients wonder whether laser hair removal is available for…
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Overview The Mayo Clinic defines an ingrown hair as a hair that curls back and grows into the skin. It commonly occurs when a hair is shorn, tweezed or waxed, which results in a fragmented or sharpened hair just under…
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Overview Hairs that curl back and grow into the skin are considered ingrown hairs, explains the Mayo Clinic. Often referred to as razor bumps, or pseudofolliculitis barbae, they often develop as a result of shaving, since the shorn hairs are…
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Your hair is most likely to tangle when it’s damaged. Though wind, salt water and sleeping can all tangle up your hair, most of the tangles will comb right out if your hair is healthy because the smooth strands slip…
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Overview Although most people think of acne as a problem mostly restricted to teenagers, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) reports that many adult women also get pimples. In fact, about half of women in their 20s, and one-quarter of…
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Overview Acne, a condition that plagues most teenagers, afflicts 40 to 50 million people in the U.S. and is the country’s most common skin condition, says the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). However, fewer people suffer from acne that’s severe…
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On average, 90 percent of the hairs on your head are in the growing phase while the other 10 percent enter into a resting state, in which the hair follicle dries up and hair loss begins. Various factors can accelerate…
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Overview More than 18 million adults had a massage in 2007, according to the National Center on Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The use of hands to manipulate soft tissue and muscle can help to relieve pain, reduce stress and aid…
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Overview Pedicures are about more than just pretty toes. Your feet receive a significant amount of abuse; the average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps every day, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association. A pedicure can improve the circulation…
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Facial muscles lose tone with age and the force of gravity. There is hope: Facial muscles have the same composition as any other muscle in the body and therefore can be toned and firmed with exercise. Exercise for 10 minutes…
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Overview Dandruff is a skin condition expressed by itchy, flaking skin that most often appears from young adulthood through middle age, according to the Mayo Clinic. The flakes are most noticeable on dark hair or clothing. Although dandruff is more…
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Overview Thinning hair can be the result of aging, stress, poor nutrition, illness or changing hormone levels that occur after pregnancy or menopause. Medline Plus states that thinning hair is common in women. Although thinning hair and hair loss can…
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Overview The Blomeyer Health Fitness Center at Emory University defines deep tissue massage as a set of massage techniques used to penetrate the surface muscles of the body to reach deep connective tissues. Deep tissue massage has several health benefits…
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Acne pock marks can become embarrassing, especially when on the face. Home remedies can aid in the reduction of pock marks, thankfully, and you don’t have to shell out thousands on costly dermatological procedures. But before you start any acne…
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If your hair looks dull and dry, it may be damaged. Hair may become drab and lifeless from frequent blow drying, straightening, coloring, perming and from using hair products, like hairspray and gel, that contain alcohol. To make hair shiny,…
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Warts are growths on the skin and are most often caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, according to the Mayo Clinic. Warts differ from moles and usually disappear by themselves, but visible warts can cause both embarrassment and annoyance….
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In the summer, humidity makes it impossible for curly or wavy hair to hold a style without frizz, and in the winter, the dry air makes it parched and prone to splitting. Instead of relying on drugstore serums to tame…
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Overview Eye creams are used to treat and rejuvenate mature and sun-aged skin under the eyes. There are innumerable eye creams you can purchase at your local pharmacy or supermarket. However, many side effects, such as skin irritation and redness,…
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Overview According to the American Hair Loss Association, hair loss in females can be caused by a number of factors, including hormonal fluctuations that accompany pregnancy, menopause and medical conditions such as cysts on the ovary. Some drugs can also…
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Overview Toddler dandruff may be uncomfortable or visibly unnerving, but it need not be long-term. There are many reasons dandruff occurs, and with some insight into lifestyle factors and personal habits, many cases of dandruff can be prevented. There are…
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Overview Hair is one of the first things people notice about you. Chemical treatments, excessive brushing, over-styling, coloring and exposure to the environment all damage hair over time. Damaged and broken hair appears discolored, is difficult to manage, tangles easily…
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