Overview Hot stone massage therapy is believed to have originated as long as 5,000 years ago with practitioners who used stones warmed by the sun. Smooth basalt is most often used, but other types of hot massage stones are available….
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Overview Skin on the lips is very thin and constantly exposed to the elements. Because your lips don’t contain oil glands, they can’t moisturize on their own, making them very vulnerable to drying. Exposure to the sun, wind, cold weather…
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Overview There’s no need to spend a small fortune at a spa when you can make your own herbal spa treatments for your face, hair and body with a few natural ingredients. You may already have the necessary ingredients in…
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Overview An ingrown nostril hair occurs when nose hair is trimmed or tweezed. An ingrown nostril hair that grows curves back into the skin after being trimmed. This is considered an extrafollicular penetration, the Mayo Clinic says. An ingrown nostril…
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Acne, a skin condition which presents itself as pimples, pustules, whiteheads, blackheads, nodules and cysts, occurs when excess oil secretions plug up the skin’s pores. Almost 80 percent of teenagers and 20 percent of adults suffer from the condition, according…
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Blackheads, or open comedones, occur when oil, dirt, skin cells and bacteria plug skin pores. When these plugs are exposed to the air, oxygenation causes them to darken and appear as black spots on the surface of the skin. The…
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Overview Detoxing is a popular way to clear out the system, start a new diet, or just recharge your batteries. While Western medicine has proven that most toxins are flushed from the body by the liver and kidneys, Eastern medicine…
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Overview Retin-A is a powerful prescription medication that is mainly used to treat acne. It is also used to improve the overall quality of the skin by improving discolorations caused by acne scars and even smoothing out fine lines. Retin-A…
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Massage therapy is a wonderful way to relieve tension and relax. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, massage reduces stress and calms the mind. There are a number of things that your massage therapist can do to help…
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If you suffer from repeated occurrences of acne outbreaks, there are many methods of treatment you can use, from over-the-counter cleansers to prescription creams and drugs. And while you should seek medical advice for your breakouts first, some home remedies…
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When you aren’t able to get to the spa, using the products in your own home for a pampering treatment can be fun and relaxing. Many spas sell their products for customer home use but you can simulate those products…
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Suffering from acne as an adult is no picnic, but there’s no reason to hide your head away—especially with remedies such as essential oils at your fingertips. Before you shell out your precious cash at the local day spa for…
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Overview The loss of hair is an unfortunate and embarrassing occurrence that happens to millions of Americans. Baldness usually happens to older adults, however, you can lose your hair at nearly any age. The loss of hair happens when hair…
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Overview Blemishes, also known as pimples or zits, can be caused by many things, such as hormonal changes, certain medications and improper skin care. Fortunately, in most cases, clearing up blemishes is not hard if you are persistent. There are…
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Dealing with acne red spots can be a real drag. After all, it was enough work getting rid of the acne, but facing the red spots left behind can be almost too much to bear. Thankfully, numerous home remedies can…
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A “clean routine” helps ward off illness and helps children look good and feel even better. Children who learn good personal hygiene habits develop positive self-esteem as they take on the responsibility of their appearance. Seemingly simple habits such as…
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Hair loss and balding are typically associated with men, but approximately 40 percent of those with hair loss in the United States are female, according to the American Hair Loss Association (AHLA). The most common cause of female hair loss…
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Overview The skin is our largest organ, covering an average area of 22 square feet and weighing roughly eight pounds. Its waterproof nature and rapid regenerative powers give us front-line protection from a variety of disease-causing organisms. In addition, certain…
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If you have symptoms of a cough and nasal congestion, it may be caused by the common cold or the flu, which, in most cases, does not require medical treatment, says the Mayo Clinic. A cough with congestion may also…
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Once upon a time, tattoos were almost exclusively worn by men. In the past few decades, however, this body art fashion has become more unisex. Still, some differences remain. There are some classically masculine placements worth considering–just as women are…
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Acne redness can be a result of several different causes. Redness can occur with acne papules, a red form of pimples without the obvious whitehead. It can also happen as a form of acne scar left from the infection or…
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Overview Cystic acne is more severe than common acne. Cystic acne occurs when deeper, larger pustules or cysts appear and inflammation around them is more severe, causing dramatic redness. Cystic acne is painful, as the bacterial infection involves more tissue…
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Overview Dry hair often feels coarse and parched and can be difficult to style or manage. It lacks the oil and moisture necessary to nourish hair strands, particularly at the ends where dry hair is often most noticeable. It may…
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Children are prone to common skin problems and rashes as they grow. Some of these are caused by allergic reactions, some by bacteria, and others by fluctuating hormones. While the majority of skin problems in children are mild and self-limiting,…
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Overview According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, hand sanitizers with a base of at least 60 percent alcohol are an effective aid for keeping your hands clean. While alcohol-based hand sanitizers aren’t appropriate for…
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Overview “I’m gonna wash that gray right outta my hair.” Years ago, the marketing wizards at Clairol switched the lyrics to a song from the musical “South Pacific” to encourage women to cover up gray hair with their product. It’s…
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Skin on the elbows can become dark because the skin in that area often is stretched and rubbed against fabrics. The friction, combined with dirt in the skin folds, dries out and darkens the skin. Conditions such as ichthyosis vulgaris,…
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A sinus infection occurs when the openings of the sinus become clogged by mucus. In this mucus, germs and bacteria can easily grow, causing an infection. Sinus infections can occur due to allergies or a cold—or they may even develop…
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Overview As skin ages, it undergoes changes that affect its appearance. Although some of these changes are influenced by factors such as smoking and excessive exposure to sun—with heredity playing a role as well—the fact is that facial wrinkles, along…
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Overview Bald spots are an annoying and unfortunate condition that strikes millions of Americans every year. Male or female, young or old, all kinds of people can suffer from baldness and therefore have the desire to regrow the hair on…
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