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Back Acne – Causes and Prevention
Back acne can be a combination of whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed or infected pores. Its causes can be varied and depend on many factors, just like regular acne. The most common factors include genetics, hormone balances, environmental triggers and also stress. So how does back acne differ from facial acne? First is that the skin […]
Dispelling Three Skincare Myths
1. People with darker skin tones do not need sunscreen This is completely false. Yes, it is true that melanin does offer a bit of protection against the sun’s harmful UV rays, individuals with darker skin tones do still sustain damage from long term exposure. We are talking about the similar DNA-level damage that lighter-skinned […]
Five Skin Care Tips for A Rainy Summer Season
If you live in Florida, you know that the summer season can be full of thunderstorms. This means that the humidity levels outstide can be so unbearable, making your skin feel sticky and dry and your hair looking frizzy. Here are five tips you can follow during this time: 1. Shampoo and Condition your Hair […]
Negative Effects of Hand Sanitizers On Your Skin
Hand sanitizers can be a good quick substitute for cleaning your hands when you don’t have immediate access to water and soap. These gels are used to prevent the spread of germs and diseases as they disinfect and clean your hands. However, did you know that prolonged use of hand sanitizers can actually do some […]
What Are Summer Rashes
There are a lot of skin conditions that become a lot more problematic as the summer season approaches. There are some autoimmune diseases like rosacea that can be triggered by the humidity and the heat during these summer months. Another example is atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema. This disease is genetically based that flares […]
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