Posts tagged skin care
4 Skin Care Myths

Some of the most widely held "truths" about proper skin care are actually myths. Among the most flagrant and egregious examples are:

Myth #1: All Sun Must be Shunned

Myth #2: Tanning Must be Avoided

Myth #3: Sunless Tanning Lotions/Sprays are Safe

Myth #4: The Higher the SPF of Your Sunscreen, The Better

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Top Dietary Tips for Healthy Skin at Any Age

Ideally, your skin care regimen should include steps to address your skin health from the inside out, as well as from the outside in. The first step should be addressing your diet, as one of the most profoundly effective ways to create the most attractive glow for your skin is by consuming vegetables and fruits that are high in carotenoids. Carotenoids give red, orange and yellow fruits their color, and also occur in green vegetables. 

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What Causes Wrinkles?

You’ve probably read or heard the expression “fine lines and wrinkles” more than once when it comes to anti-ageing skin care. But do you know the difference between the two? Or what causes them? Or how you can prevent them in the first place? If you answered “no” to any of those questions, then keep reading this post.

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How Skin Ages, Loses Fat and Immunity

Dermal fibroblasts are specialized cells deep in the skin that generate connective tissue and help the skin recover from injury. Some fibroblasts have the ability to convert into fat cells that reside under the dermis, giving the skin a plump, youthful look and producing a peptide that plays a critical role in fighting infections.

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Acne Scarring: Everything You Need to Know

It’s the world’s most common skin disease. Affecting men and women of all ages, acne can be found on the face, neck, back, chest and shoulders. Yet, frustratingly there is no cure for acne, which according to the Australasian College of Dermatologists, will affect 85 per cent of Australians at some time during their lives. The key to controlling acne lies in deciphering its cause and treating it appropriately.

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