Saturday, December 5th, 2009 at
2:52 pm
Affecting approximately one out of every 50 adults, psoriasis is a physical condition that can cause significant psychological distress. One of the most interesting discoveries related to psoriasis is that its onset is rooted in the body’s immune system.
The symptoms associated with a flare-up of psoriasis include skin that is salmon-colored, scaly, flaky and irritated. With plaque psoriasis, the most common form, affected areas develop round-, oval- or irregularly-shaped patches of red that are covered with skin that’s scaly and silver-colored. There is no consistency in the size or shape of the patchy areas and in fact, Read the rest of this entry
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Monday, November 30th, 2009 at
2:05 pm
Can you really believe everything you read? When it comes to selecting skin care products, the answer might surprise you. A debate rages on as to whether products containing all natural ingredients are really better than those containing synthetic ingredients. With both sides of this issue taking a firm stand, and publishing ‘official’ report after report, it is the consumer who most often becomes lost in the maze of unfounded marketing promises and supposedly ‘guaranteed’ results.
Are skin care products with natural ingredients better? Read the rest of this entry
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 at
2:43 pm
When applied according to the product’s instructions, sun screens provide maximum protection from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. Always be sure to choose a SPF (sun protection factor) that offers the maximum protection for your skin type. But remember that no product will work if you fail to apply it every time you go outside.
The sun can reflect off many different surfaces including snow and cement and UV rays are present even on cloudy days. With these facts in mind, the best way to provide maximum sun protection is to develop a habit of applying your sun protection products whenever you go outside, reapplying them as often as necessary. Read the rest of this entry
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Monday, September 21st, 2009 at
10:13 am
Skin is the body’s biggest organ. When people think of organs, most often the heart, lungs and brain come to mind but typically not the skin. Like these and other organs inside the body, skin is made up of different types of tissues and these tissues are made up of cells.
Much like the roof on a house, the skin plays an important role in protecting our bodies. It keeps bodily fluids inside while at the same time carefully controlling the release of waste product. It also helps keep our internal body parts safe from the potentially harmful effects of the environment including the sun, light and bacteria and also from injury. Read the rest of this entry
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Saturday, September 26th, 2009 at
12:05 pm
Combination skin is a separate category of skin type. It’s neither 100% dry or normal or oily. It’s instead a combination that’s characterized as normal and oily skin, or skin that’s oily and dry. In other words, like the song, combination skin is ‘a little bit of this, and a little bit of that’.
The common denominator in either type of combination skin is the presence of oily areas so care must be taken not to further aggravate these areas. Usually, it’s the areas with the highest concentration of oil-producing glands – the face, chest, shoulders and the back that are oily. Other body parts have fewer oil glands which is why they’re either normal or have characteristics of dryness. Read the rest of this entry
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Sunday, October 4th, 2009 at
12:15 pm
Dry skin can be a blessing but more often it is troublesome. Those with dry skin generally need not worry about blemishes except for the occasional stray that appears from hormonal changes or stress. But dry skin looks dull and flaky. And worse, it can emphasize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Age and the environment are two factors that contribute to this skin type. Over time, the sebaceous glands within the dermis layer slow their production of sebum, the body’s natural moisturizer. The skin’s ability to retain moisture also lessens as we grow older. This is caused by the breakdown of the intracellular matrix, the collagen and elastin layer that helps hold skin tissue together. When this layer begins to break apart, it becomes more difficult for skin to hold in moisture. As moisture escapes, skin becomes drier. Read the rest of this entry
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Thursday, October 15th, 2009 at
12:25 pm
Of all the skin types, oily skin is often the most challenging. Oil production is completely natural and is the result of the sebaceous glands located in the dermis or middle layer of skin. These natural oils help keep skin moist and supple. But for some, the sebaceous glands produce too much oil, leading to the most dreaded of the skin types ? oily skin.
How do I know I have oily skin?
Most teen-agers have oily skin because this is the time when hormone production is in full swing. But if you’ve passed your teen years, there are other ways of determining whether or not you have oily skin. It’s fairly easy to detect, so start by looking in the mirror. Do you notice a sheen on your skin, Read the rest of this entry
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Saturday, October 24th, 2009 at
12:40 pm
Sun protection isn’t just for sissies. Protection from the sun’s damaging rays is important for anyone who wants to grow old gracefully. It’s also an absolute must for anyone who wants to limit his or her risk of developing skin cancer.
People are finally beginning to realize that although sunshine is an important component of most outdoor activities and a great mood enhancer, excessive exposure can lead to much unpleasantness. A painful sunburn is the most immediate consequence of excess exposure. Read the rest of this entry
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at
12:54 pm
Cellulite is many things. It’s unsightly. It’s embarrassing. Cellulite is also controllable but not necessarily preventable and only as long as there’s a willingness to implement dietary and lifestyle changes.
Everybody knows what cellulite looks like because it’s so easily recognizable. It resembles the skin of an orange or worse, cottage cheese. It has a unique pattern and it generally appears on one of 3 parts of the body – the hips, the buttocks or the abdomen. Read the rest of this entry
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 at
1:10 pm
Persistent, painful itching – that’s how many patients describe eczema, a skin condition with many causes. To make it easier to understand eczema and the various symptoms and related treatments, eczema goes by a number of different names. Regardless of the underlying cause however, eczema always affects the epidermis, and it can affect any individual, regardless of genetics, racial background or age.
Classified into two broad categories, eczema that has no apparent trigger or cause is considered endogenous eczema. When eczema is the result of external triggers such as allergens, the eczema is classified as eczematous dermatitis. Read the rest of this entry
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Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at
1:58 pm
Let’s take a closer look at some of the more common forms of eczema.
Atopic eczema is associated with a family history of allergies. It’s considered an inherited form of eczema since the majority of people with atopic eczema themselves have problems with allergies or they have relatives who suffer from allergies, asthma or hay fever. Atopic eczema usually first appears during infancy and it flares and subsides regularly throughout life. Read the rest of this entry
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Thursday, December 17th, 2009 at
4:03 pm
Contrary to what you might have heard, sensitive skin isn’t considered a medical condition. When someone says he or she has sensitive skin, it typically means the skin has become irritated, red, swollen and/or itchy as a result of either an environmental condition or use of a certain product. The term is also used to describe changes to a person’s skin in response to allergic reactions.
Why can skin be sensitive?
Although there are several reasons why skin can be sensitive, the most common is that skin is reacting negatively to a certain product or possibly some combination of products. Think about your daily skin care regime, specifically the number of products you use. Soaps, cleansers, toners, blemish reducers, blemish concealers, foundation, blush, facial masks, after shave lotion – the list never ends! You probably use products that are made by a number of different manufacturers, too. While your intentions are good, some skin cannot tolerate such an assault. Read the rest of this entry
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