Skincare and Beauty

When you finish your daily workout, don’t forget to spend a few minutes exercising your face. Your face is made up of dozens of muscles that need to be exercised regularly in order to maintain muscle tone. Such exercises may…
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Overview A judgment for dissolution of marriage, also known as a divorce decree, represents the ultimate order issued in a divorce case, according to “Nolo’s Essential Guide to Divorce” by Emily Doskow. A divorce decree encompasses all of the final…
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Overview Soreness, irritation and discomfort are possible symptoms for newly pierced ears or ear piercings that are healing. Regardless of the reason for your ear piercings being sore, a professional piercer can help diagnose the cause or reasons for the…
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Home hair removal options abound, but not every method is right for all. Each method has its advantages and drawbacks, including skin irritation. Some methods remove only the hair above the skin, while others take out the root as well….
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Overview The painful, bright red sunburn after a day in the sun serves as a reminder of your mom’s advice to wear sunscreen. Spending even a few minutes in the sun without sunscreen can cause a sunburn. Severe sunburns leave…
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While dry skin can be a side effect of a more serious medical condition, most often it is due to poor nutrition. Like any other organ, the skin depends on a proper balance of specific vitamins and nutrients in order…
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Acne vulgaris, the most common dermatologic disorder in the United States occurs primarily in young adults, according to “Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine.” A bacterium, Proprionobacterium acnes causes comedones, also known as whiteheads or blackheads. Treatment of acne includes either…
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Overview Ostomies describe a type of surgical procedure in which part of the digestive tract is re-routed out through the abdomen. Abdominal ostomies can be needed for patients who have colon cancer, have experienced abdominal trauma, or who have some…
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Hair loss plagues many men and women at various ages, and it can be an embarrassing, unwanted problem. There are many reasons for hair loss, including heredity, prescription medication or an underlying medical condition, but there are certain foods considered…
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Overview A receding hairline is often the first visual sign of male pattern baldness. Male pattern baldness is thought to be a genetic condition that affects four of every seven men. More likely than not, a healthy male will experience…
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Mosquitos pierce human skin with their mouths and feed off the blood of humans. In addition, they deposit saliva into human skin that invokes a response from the human immune system, according to MayoClinic.com. Mosquito bites cause redness, swelling and…
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According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin becomes thinner when collagen and elastin become weak. This may occur for a variety of reasons: aging, smoking, too much sun, stress, lack of sleep or pollution. Prevention is the best method;…
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An herb-based approach to fighting acne takes several forms. Some botanicals work best when taken as teas or capsules. Others take the form of herbal rinses, compresses and masks. Many herbs, of course, work well externally and internally. Leading causes…
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Overview Ingrown hairs are simply hairs that curl back and grow into the skin. They’re often a result of shaving, which can leave hair tips sharp and close to the skin. This increases the chance of what’s known as extrafollicular…
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If you are considering removing a tattoo from your skin, several options are available. While the expensive cost of some tattoo removal methods may deter you from pursuing those options, the cost-effective options may not produce optimal results. A certified…
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Though salons, spas and even doctor’s offices offer hair removal services, removing hair at home yourself is convenient and inexpensive. Whether you want to remove hair from your face, head, legs, or elsewhere on your body, you can choose from…
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If your hands become very dry, the skin may contract severely and cracks may appear, reports the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. These cracks don’t just look unsightly, but may also be painful or extremely itchy. Help restore your…
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1. Be Your Own Nurse It is believed that one main reason for the development of keloids is underlying infection. The scar tissue is over-produced to keep the infection contained and away from healthy tissue. Therefore, while it is always…
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Overview American divorce law contains substantially the same requirements for marriage dissolution, according to the American Bar Association Section of Family Law. In addition, courts across the United States utilize similar procedures in divorce proceedings. Understanding the basics of divorce…
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1. Prevent Friction Blisters Wear shoes with plenty of room for the ball of your foot and to wiggle room for your toes. Feet swell throughout the day, so shop for shoes in the middle or end of the day…
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Your hair grows due to cellular division in the bulb of your hair follicle, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. A hair follicle is a skin appendage. Hair growth is cyclic throughout your life span. There is no such…
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Night sweats are episodes of perspiration so excessive that it soaks through nightclothes or bedding. They are a common and harmless symptom of women going through menopause. Night sweats in a male, or in a clearly pre-menopausal female, are more…
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1. Before Visible Symptoms Begin People who are very sensitive to the changes in their bodies may notice early symptoms of shingles, or the herpes zoster virus. Others may misconstrue them as signs of migraine or flu. Even correctly diagnosing…
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Overview The middle layer of skin known as the dermis may tear when you gain weight too quickly. This can cause long scars known as stretch marks to appear on your skin, especially during pregnancy. A variety of creams exist…
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Dark under-eye circles are generally not cause for concern, and can often be treated with some basic remedies at home. Sometimes they are a byproduct of facial features, though, and prescription treatments or cosmetic procedures are the only effective options….
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Neem is the cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine, the holistic medical practice developed in India thousands of years ago. Also known by its Latin name, L. Azadirachta indica, neem’s leaves, bark, seeds, roots and oils have been used to treat skin…
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Throughout history, herbs have been used to treat various ailments, such as wounds, snake bite, fever, flu, diarrhea and the common cold. Today, natural and alternative health practitioners still believe in the medicinal value of herbs to treat everything from…
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Cracked, dry feet are a painful nuisance that sometimes leads to infection. If you are diabetic and have any problems with your feet, see your doctor right away, as you may be prone to serious complications. If you are not…
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As you age, your body slowly changes the amount of certain proteins—called collagen and elastin—being produced in the body. These substances are responsible for keeping your skin, elastic, tight and filled out. As elastin and collagen levels are reduced, your…
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An ingrown hair can occur anywhere on the body where there is hair. They are more common in areas where hair is removed or trimmed short, such as the legs, face and pubic area. The Mayo Clinic states that African…
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