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From Sun-Kissed to Scorched
April 1st, 2013Why is it that skin cancer develops in one out of every five people, yet tanned and sunscreen-less bodies are regularly strewn about every beach each summer? If you are late to the game, here is a collection of sun and skincare tips to get you through this summer unharmed.
What is sunburn?
Avoid the biggest sun mistakes
Are You Wearing Vitamin E?
March 1st, 2013The question isn’t why cosmetic companies started putting vitamin E in their products—the question is why didn’t they before?
Why cosmetics companies are turning to vitamin E
Addressing the Causes of Acne
March 1st, 2013Clay has been used by man since the beginning of time. According to Hippocrates, Theophrastus, Dioscorides, and Galen, the Greeks made use of clays extensively. The Romans used clay to clean their togas (detergents weren’t readily available in those times) and, according to Pliny, they used poultices to heal wounds.
How using clay can keep you naturally beautiful
Protect Your Skin!
March 1st, 2013Many people don’t realize they are at risk for skin cancer in the winter, especially if they are around snow or at a higher elevation. Professional skier and three-time Olympic medalist Julia Mancuso is serving as a SPOTlighter with the American Academy of Dermatology’s SPOT Skin Cancer initiative, helping get the word out about skin cancer prevention and detection.
Beauty Ingredient: Witch Hazel
March 1st, 2013Witch Hazel—a flowering plant, part of the Hamamelidaceae family—contains a chemical called tannin that helps reduce swelling, repair broken skin, and fight bacteria. Witch hazel is used in cosmetics because it contains astringent, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, and anesthetic properties.
Winter Glow
February 1st, 2013You can feel it coming on: cracking, flaking, blotchiness. Yes, it’s winter, and with all the fun festivities that come with it, ‘tis the season that can wreak the most havoc on your largest organ.
How to keep your skin supple and soft through this blustery season
Face Washing Ideas for Healthier-Looking Skin
February 1st, 2013Washing your face is as simple as using soap and water, right? Not quite, say dermatologists. How you wash your face can make a difference in your appearance.
Health Tips: 10 Steps to Stop Winter from Weathering Your Skin
January 1st, 2013Dermatologist Robyn Gmyrek, MD, suggests the following ten suggestions to help turn your alligator skin into suede:
Tips to Keep Your Hands Looking Young
January 1st, 2013Dermatologists caution that moms may be getting unintentional sun exposure that can lead to early signs of aging of the hands, such as dark brown age spots and loss of volume resulting in thin, sunken skin. Here’s how to avoid it:
>>Remember to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or higher on the hands, and reapply throughout the day.
Say Goodbye to Wrinkles!
October 1st, 2012New light is being shed on a ten-year compilation of research regarding the benefits of MSM (methylsulfonylmethane). MSM has traditionally been used to help reduce joint pain and inflammation. Sulfur—a long-time friend of the dermatology industry—is a key component in MSM.
