Laser skin resurfacing can minimize fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage and acne scarring. The method involves applying high-energy light waves that vaporize the top layer of skin. Laser treatment can be applied in small specific areas, such as to…
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Overview To permanently stop hair from regrowing after shaving, you must destroy the hair follicles. Electrolysis and laser removal methods destroy hair follicles and can, with repeated treatments, significantly reduce the amount of hair growing in a given area. You…
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Henna tattoos and body art can be a fun, non-permanent way to decorate your skin. Unfortunately, not all henna is created equal–or safe to have applied to the skin. Henna paste is made from henna powder, which is derived from…
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Dandruff is tied to several different scalp issues. Though dryness can cause dandruff, a bacterial trigger can also be to blame. Home remedies for dandruff generally employ the help of a high-acid ingredient or an herb with antibacterial properties to…
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While you cannot completely reverse or cure hair damage after it occurs, you can minimize the appearance of damaged hair, making your hair beautiful and manageable once again. Most damaged hair remedies focus on smoothing, strengthening and covering over the…
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Overview According to Drugs.com, benzoyl peroxide is the generic name for one of the most popular acne drugs in the U.S. It’s a topical medication that is an ingredient in lotion, soap, shaving cream, medicated pad, solution, gel, stick, facial…
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Healthy breasts come in a variety of sizes; however, due to social pressures or internal insecurities, some women with smaller breasts can feel less feminine and suffer from low self esteem. Women are inundated with advertisements offering solutions to the…
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Overview Dandruff presents itself with an itchy scalp and flaking skin, which may be particularly noticeable on dark hair or clothing. While dandruff can be embarrassing and mildly uncomfortable, it is rarely serious, notes the Mayo Clinic. Nonetheless, understanding how…
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Treating infected nails is time-consuming and difficult, and relapse is common. A nail infected by a fungus will change in appearance. Common changes include thickening of the nail, and nails that become brittle, dull, crumbly, distorted or discolored. Dermatophytes are…
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Liposuction, or lipo, is a body contouring, cosmetic procedure. A suction technique removes fat deposits in localized areas such as the stomach, hips, neck and buttocks. According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the ideal patient has excess fat…
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Overview You may have memories of your mother or grandmother using aloe vera–possibly from her own garden–on your sunburn or bee sting. In fact, the healing and soothing properties of the aloe plant have been firmly rooted in conventional wisdom…
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Overview Benzoyl peroxide and glycolic acid are common treatments for acne. Benzyol peroxide oxygenates the skin and kills bacteria that live in pores and cause acne. Glycolic acid exfoliates skin, causing dead layers to slough off and revealing newer layers….
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Reach no further than your refrigerator for a natural remedy to treat acne. Lime juice provides vitamin C and flavenoids, both containing antioxidant, antibiotic and disinfectant agents beneficial for clear skin, says OrganicFacts.com. Topical application works to slough off dead…
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Many women find they start losing a lot of hair in the months after giving birth. This is because hormonal changes in your body prevent the normal cycle of hair loss during pregnancy. After the baby is born, all the…
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Not only may acne permanently scar your skin, but it can also affect your self-image and confidence. Prescription medications and chemical-based topical creams and serums aren’t your only option for treating this skin condition. Several herbal products, available as an…
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Overview Acne is a common but frustrating skin condition. Eighty-five percent of people get it at some point in life, Canadian physicians Dr. Jasdeep Sharma and Dr. Jennifer Klotz state, with most cases starting in adolescence. It may clear up…
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Although most spas offer signature facials, estheticians are generally trained to offer three core steps as integral components of every facial treatment. Your facial is always likely to begin with a cleansing treatment and skin assessment followed by an exfoliation…
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A stiff neck that is painful and difficult to move hampers important activities, such as working and driving a car. Patients who perform self-care during the first few days and weeks after an injury will begin to heal quickly and…
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Developed by two dermatologists, the Proactiv Acne Treatment Solution includes a cleanser, an alcohol-free revitalizing toner and a repairing oil-free lotion. Proactiv ingredients are common in other acne treatment products, and the added benefit here is the convenience of having…
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According the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor and Statistics, as of 2010 there are more than 80 types of massage practiced in the United States. Depending upon the type of massage being performed, different supplies may be required….
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Overview Water that we use in our homes can contain copper, magnesium, and calcium, which can build up in our hair and cause it to become dull and fall limp. Sediments in the hair may have damaging effects besides being…
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Overview Whether from lack of sleep, crying or even sleeping with your face buried in your pillow, puffy eyes are an affliction that many people will deal with at one time or another. Apparent usually when you climb out of…
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Just because you’re busy doesn’t mean you have to settle for hair with no style. Whether you need a professional-looking style for work or a more glamorous do for an evening out, it’s possible to achieve a flattering style without…
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Your hair is one of the first features people notice about you. If your hair is damaged and looks dull and frizzy, it can detract from your appearance, no matter how well put together you are otherwise. Dry, coarse hair…
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The common cold may cause symptoms of coughing, a headache, a sore throat and sinus congestion, says the Mayo Clinic. In most cases, the common cold does not require a doctor’s care and will go away on its own within…
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Facial massage is not simply a beauty treatment that you receive from a spa treatment. The face has numerous nerves and blood vessels that can benefit from the right kind of facial massage. As a result, a good facial massage…
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Laser hair removal involves applying a low-energy laser beam to destroy the hair root so it can no longer grow. Dermatology clinics and beauty spas offer this service to remove unwanted hair on the face, back, bikini area, legs, underarms…
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Massage is a type of bodywork that encompasses many forms, from deep-tissue kneading to Thai massage, which combines stretching with acupressure. Besides being very pleasurable, massage has physical benefits that have been quantified in research studies, according to faculty members…
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Overview As people become more educated about ingredients in the personal care products they use every day, interest in organic products is growing. The Food and Drug Administration regulates only color additives in cosmetics, so most ingredients in products such…
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Overview Chapped lips can be annoying and unsightly. They affect everyone, from babies to the elderly, and can have a variety of causes, but most people complain about chapping during the cold, dry months of winter. Fortunately, chapped lips are…
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