Being someone who shaves not only my face, but also my chest, I have had the unfortunate experience of battling razor bumps nearly every day. Researching the actual cause of this nasty phenomenon has allowed me to figure out some additional steps that can help greatly reduce its occurrence. A Note on Razor Choice When ...
At the risk of much, much negative e-mail from eczema and acne sufferers, I am going to go ahead and dub Keratosis Pilaris as the utmost worst superficial skin condition to be stuck with. Why, you ask? Well, not only does it consist of hundreds of unsightly tiny red bumps covering your upper arms and ...
Every woman who uses skin moisturizer, ointment, or facial treatment, or who subscribes to a women’s magazine, surely knows about alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). These acids – which are obtained from natural products, such as sugar cane, milk sugars, or fruits – are noted for their quality of being able to make the skin appear ...
Acids for skin care are all the rage right now. They are more effective exfoliants than manual exfoliators, as they pose less of a risk for irritating inflamed or sensitive skin. However, skin care products featuring such acids can be pricey sometimes. This doesn’t mean that you can’t experience their benefits. You can make masks ...
Dark circles under the eyes are usually caused by changes in the blood vessels around the eye area. While this discoloration is harmless, having dark circles under the eyes can make you look tired, ill, or older than you actually are. Many things can cause dark circles under the eyes. They are usually hereditary. But ...
My hands, feet, elbows and knees thank me for my recent purchase of the new Vaseline Intensive Care Renewal Age Redefining Body Lotion. Vaseline Intensive Care Renewal Age Redefining Body Lotion is white in appearance, absorbs quickly and does not leave a greasy residue. Its light fragrance reminds me of mixed berry yogurt. Its 20.3 ...
I was born with skin allergies eczema. I hate it. When I was little my mom tried everything from vegetable oil to baby powder mixed with water to wrapping my hands in mittens at night to keep me from scratching myself to the common non-prescription creams (e.g., Cortaid). Finally in the middle of high school, ...
Eliminating blackheads with oily skin can be a difficult challenge. Blackheads, known in the medical profession as open comedones, are common in people with oily skin. A blackhead is formed when a pore becomes clogged with debris or sebum from the oil gland. Oily skin attracts more debris, making it even more likely that your ...
Previously published in Examiner There are some alternative treatments to try beside the standard doctor approved treatments. Some studies show that taking supplements can help in the treatment of acne. Tea tree oil, alpha hydroxy acid and azeliac acid, the latter two being natural substances have been used to treat acne. Apart from these products ...
To some people, finding their first age spots can be as traumatic as finding their first gray hair. Since age spots, or liver spots, often appear as we mature, many equate them with “getting old.” But age spots aren’t your body’s way of telling you you’re over the hill. In fact, age spots can appear ...