Stretch marks are caused when skin expands rapidly, such as during pregnancy. The belly and breasts stretch as the uterus and baby grow and milk glands start to produce breast milk. Once the baby is born, you will lose some of the pregnancy...
Acne certainly plagues teenagers, but the extremely common skin condition also plagues adults well into their 40s and beyond, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, or AAD. Over-the-counter products to fight pimples may be all you need...
Isolaz is a photopneumatic device to treat acne that uses broadband light with a vacuum to deep clean pores. It is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved pulsed light therapy. Isolaz is an alternative option for people whose acne is...
Kids and teens experience a variety of skin problems as they grow, not all of them limited to acne. While acne is considered a major skin problem for most teens, other skin problems crop up from time to time, from infancy to adulthood....
Hair removal systems offer temporary and permanent solutions to get rid of unwanted hair all over the body including bikini line, eyebrows and back. Receive hair removal treatments from a certified professional or do it yourself at home. The...
It can be tough to choose the proper skin care products for your skin since there is a wide variety on the market, ranging from basic face washes and moisturizers to wrinkle correctors and age spot brighteners. It is important to understand what...
The lactic acid commonly found in milk is effective in cleansing the skin, reducing fine lines and removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, notes the "Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology." Using milk as a cleansing agent...
Acne develops when the sebaceous glands within the skin secrete excess oil and flood the hair follicle, according to the Acne Resource Center. When the oil presses on the skin, it begins to harden creating a blemish such as a whitehead or...
Honey has been used for more than two centuries for healing. These days, it is not only a main ingredient in many cosmetic products from soap to body lotion, it is also gaining attention in the field of medical research, where it is showing...
Clay body wraps can provide temporary slimming and loss of inches. Wrapping the entire body warms the skin, allowing blood to rush to the skin's surface while improving circulation and flushing out impurities. Clay can also absorb fluids and...
Honey has been used for years for a variety of home remedies. It has also been used on the skin for moisturizing, toning and cleansing. Not only does it have beneficial skin care properties but it also has been used for minor skin wounds. Although...
Fruits contain glycolic acid, also known as alphahydroxy acid, which is frequently used in facial peels and other treatments. Lactic acid and citric acid are also used in facial peels. The Skin Care Resource Center website says facial peels made...
Bags under your eyes may manifest as dark circles, puffiness or both. Under-eye bags can be caused by a number of factors, and it's important to consider the source of the problem as well as solutions for it. There are internal and external...
Facial steamers are used to open up the pores and provide a relaxing experience before the next steps of a facial. While you can utilize a pot of boiling water, this can be time consuming to prepare. Instead, you can purchase a facial steamer that...
American culture values a youthful appearance, and most women begin to notice signs of fine lines and wrinkles in their 30s. For this reason, women often become concerned with using anti-aging skincare products in their 30s as well, in the hope of...
Dark under-eye circles can be shocking to see each time you look in the mirror. Though they can result from tiredness, they are not always indicative of a person's sleepiness. These dark circles can make you look fatigued, even when you're wide...
Acne is a common skin condition that affects men and women of varying ages. It occurs when sebum, or the body's natural oil, combines with bacteria within a clogged pore. Pimples erupt in response to white blood cells attacking the site of...
Unwanted hair, especially during the summertime, can be a nuisance. It can cause embarrassment in public and discomfort in clothing. In Los Angeles, salons and some medical centers have a department specific to hair removal. There is an entire...
According to "Elle," elastin helps your skin remain firm and supple, but your body stops producing it when you enter puberty. To make matters worse, elastin starts to degrade as you get older, and this can lead to sagging skin, wrinkles and an...
When it comes to finding great anti-aging skin care products for dry or oily skin, the ones you may want to use can vary greatly, depending upon what your skin type is, and how your skin may react to certain skin care products. However, there are...
Glycolic peels remove old surface layers of skin, revealing more youthful skin underneath. The glycolic acids improve collagen and cell production, which help provide long lasting results while diminishing the appearance of age spots,...
The eyes are said to be the "windows of the soul." Unfortunately, the wonder of our eyes can be significantly diminished by the presence of dark circles under them. These unsightly areas can be caused by heredity, lack of sleep, pollutants and...
An at-home facial designed for your skin type is an easy way to pamper yourself and keep your skin looking its best. While spa facials are expensive, you can get many of the benefits of a spa experience at home with these do-it-yourself facial...
By combining turmeric, a popular Indian spice, with lemon juice and raw honey, you can make a facial mask that will draw impurities from your pores, remove blemishes and leave your skin looking young and fresh.
The older we get, the more our skin loses its elasticity and wrinkles start to show. Elastin and collagen are proteins that work together to promote healing and rejuvenation within the body. Applying a mask highly concentrated in collagen and...
Many commercial facial products promise firmer skin, cleaner pores or deep moisturizing, but often these products contain fragrances and chemicals that may do more harm than good. If you want to avoid these additives, you need look no further than...
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