Editor’s note: As the leaves begin to change and the temperature drops, the humidity in the air also decreases, and that may cause our skin to look and feel drier. But there are foods we can eat that will help hydrate us from the inside out to protect and beautify our skin. Sara Siskind, Certified Nutritional… Continue reading Foods That Will Keep Your Skin at Its Best
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Bobbi Brown’s Top Tips for Youthful Skin
Beauty is much more than skin deep, but your face is where your health, happiness, and age truly show. Youthful-looking skin boosts your confidence—because simply put, “when you look good, you feel good,” says Bobbi Brown, international makeup mogul and author of Beauty from the Inside Out. With tweaks to your skincare and makeup routines,… Continue reading Bobbi Brown’s Top Tips for Youthful Skin
How to Safely Exfoliate at Home
Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the outer layer of your skin. While some people believe that this improves the appearance of their skin, dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology say it’s not for everyone and – if not done properly – could do more harm than good. “For some… Continue reading How to Safely Exfoliate at Home
How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask
With so many at home face masks on the market, choosing one can be overwhelming. Often times we purchase a face mask to address one skin issue but wonder if we are using it correctly, how often should it be used and if it’s even worth the time and money. Here are some fast facts to… Continue reading How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask
Putting Middle-Aged Skin Problems in Perspective
As women enter their 40s, they may begin experiencing a host of medical concerns that might not have been challenges when they were younger. Yet what most women in their forties and beyond don’t expect are a wide variety of skin concerns, most of which can be attributed to declining hormone levels. As women age,… Continue reading Putting Middle-Aged Skin Problems in Perspective
Does Your Skin Have a Hangover?
Before stepping out for that weekly happy hour, think about how those libations may impact your skin. What many people don’t realize is that drinking alcohol in excess can have a negative impact on our appearance. Alcohol dehydrates your body including the skin, your body’s largest organ. This happens every time you drink. Extra cocktails… Continue reading Does Your Skin Have a Hangover?
Should You Ever Skip Washing Produce?
Editor’s note: Food poisoning ranges from the possibly fatal to the just yucky. Here, the Mayo Clinic talks about what fruits and vegetables you should pre-wash – and which ones should you leave alone: According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) you should be washing most fruits and vegetables, Mayo says. (Click here… Continue reading Should You Ever Skip Washing Produce?
How to Get Amazing, Ageless Skin
By Delaina Dixon I’ve discovered some amazing skin care products that help me keep my skin clean, clear and ageless. Why not try incorporating some into your daily routine? GET CLEAN I know I shouldn’t go to bed with makeup on, because last night’s look can settle into lines and creases. But who has time… Continue reading How to Get Amazing, Ageless Skin
Great Skin Care on A Budget
November is National Healthy Skin Month, and physicians from the American Academy of Dermatology want to set one thing straight: you don’t need expensive skin care products to have glowing, healthy skin. In fact, they say, wearing a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher before going outdoors is one of the… Continue reading Great Skin Care on A Budget
A Milestone in Understanding Treatment-Resistant Melanoma
Within the past few years, new treatments have begun to turn the tide against metastatic melanoma, improving and even saving the lives of countless people with this deadly disease. One of the new treatments, mutation-targeted therapy, disrupts the effects of a genetic mutation that occurs in half of all people with metastatic melanoma, according to… Continue reading A Milestone in Understanding Treatment-Resistant Melanoma
The Skin-Care Products that Can Harm You
Some consumers seeking to change their skin color are turning to injectable products marketed to whiten or lighten their complexion. These products are potentially unsafe and ineffective, and might contain unknown harmful ingredients or contaminants. FDA has not approved any injectable drugs for skin whitening or lightening. “These products pose a potentially significant safety risk… Continue reading The Skin-Care Products that Can Harm You
The Skin Treatments You Might Not Need
Editor’s note: Most of us are accustomed to the idea of treating any health problem as quickly and completely as possible. But that may not always be the best way to go. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is a list of procedures from the AAD’s Choosing Wisely list. Procedures you might want to… Continue reading The Skin Treatments You Might Not Need
Expert Advice on Adult Acne
Acne, often thought of as confined to the teen years, can be frustrating and even embarrassing for adults. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is an explanation of why it happens, and what you can do about it: Some adults continue to get acne well into their 30s, 40s, and even 50s, the AAD… Continue reading Expert Advice on Adult Acne
4 Natural Remedies to Tighten and Tone Aging Skin
Imagine getting the same kind of results on your face with a natural anti-aging skin care process as you would by undergoing an anti-aging surgical procedure. There has been lots of buzz about natural facelifts that promise firmer, younger looking skin, and for good reason. While they may not offer results as dramatic, these natural… Continue reading 4 Natural Remedies to Tighten and Tone Aging Skin
Sun and Water Safety Tips for Summer
Summer is a season when outdoor activity increases. Unfortunately, so can the number of skin cancers. There are more cases of skin cancer each year than breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers combined. In fact, of the seven most common cancers, melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, is the only type of cancer… Continue reading Sun and Water Safety Tips for Summer
New Psoriasis Drug Is More Effective Than Current Treatment
A phase II clinical trial led by Northwestern Medicine investigators shows that a new psoriasis drug called guselkumab has greater efficacy than the current standard of care for the chronic skin condition. In the study, published in July 2015 in the New England Journal of Medicine, investigators compared guselkumab to adalimumab, the most common medication… Continue reading New Psoriasis Drug Is More Effective Than Current Treatment
10 Common Beauty Blunders All Women Make (Plus Makeup Tips for Older Women)
The right beauty advice can make any woman, young or old, feel like a million bucks. When talking about makeup tips for older women, there’s plenty of beauty advice about what you should do, but knowing what not to do is just as important. Here are a few of the most common makeup mistakes and… Continue reading 10 Common Beauty Blunders All Women Make (Plus Makeup Tips for Older Women)
Stress and Your Skin
If you’ve ever had a pimple form just before an important event, you might wonder if stress was the cause. But while many people make the same connection, experts from the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) say that proving the relationship between stress and inflammatory conditions such as acne, psoriasis and rosacea can be hard.… Continue reading Stress and Your Skin