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Skin Care Myths: More is Better

by Aimee Amodio

22 Jul 2008 09:16 AM

In the case of skin care products, you CAN have too much of a good thing. It's time to bust a few myths about how much product you need! Myth #1: If you layer on more SPF products, you'll have more protection. Alas, no.

Protect Your Skin with UPF Clothing

by Aimee Amodio

13 Jun 2008 08:19 PM

As I've been driving around lately, I keep seeing billboards advertising SPF clothing.

I'm Supposed to be Too Old for Breakouts!

by Aimee Amodio

16 May 2008 06:39 AM

I should count myself lucky, I guess -- of all the problems I had in my high school and college years, acne was not really one of them. I would get maybe one zit per month (along with other PMS symptoms) and that was it. As I got older, it tapered off to one pimple every few months.

Skin Care in the Air

by Aimee Amodio

28 Feb 2008 06:41 PM

Travel can be rough on your skin. Really, it can be rough on your whole body: sitting still for hours, cramped conditions forcing weird contortions, and more. But for today, let's focus on your skin. Despite being often surrounded by moist, fluffy clouds, the air inside an airplane is dry.

Deciphering Skin Care Labels

by Aimee Amodio

30 Jan 2008 06:41 PM

It is important to read the label -- on the food you eat AND on the things you put on your body.

Super Hand Softeners

by Aimee Amodio

28 Dec 2007 10:48 AM

I've started to notice one little downside to my new part-time job at the cat boarding facility: my hands are starting to show some serious wear and tear. All the cleaning (and cleaning supplies) is leaving my skin rough and dry.

Ease Symptoms of Psoriasis Naturally

by Aimee Amodio

21 Dec 2007 04:16 PM

More than seven million Americans deal with psoriasis. Not familiar with psoriasis? This is a condition that leaves the skin itchy, scaly, and inflamed. For medium flare ups, moisturizers with coal tar and/or salicylic acid can ease symptoms.

A Warning About Natural Skincare Products

by Michele Cheplic

24 Nov 2007 01:43 PM

I have extremely sensitive skin. Unfortunately, my daughter also inherited the condition and was diagnosed with eczema as an infant. As such, I have spent a great deal of money on "natural" skincare products for both of us.

Sugar and Your Skin

by Aimee Amodio

13 Nov 2007 06:09 PM

Sugar can be good for your skin on the outside -- in the form of an exfoliating sugar scrub. However, the sugar you eat may be ruining your skin! Sugar in your bloodstream can attach to protein molecules to form advanced glycation end products (or AGEs).

Prevent Fine Lines and Dark Spots

by Aimee Amodio

28 Oct 2007 08:04 AM

It's funny how your skin can be delicate and tough at the same time. Your skin plays a big role in body defense -- skin keeps out a huge amount of dirt and bacteria and protects you against scrapes, scratches, and punctures.



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