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SPF explained!

SPF which stands for Sun Protection Factor, refers to the ability of a sunscreen to block ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, which cause sunburn but not UVA rays, which are more closely linked to deeper skin damage. Both UVA and UVB contribute to the risk of skin cancer.
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Non surgical facelifts – Go au naturel

If Snow White’s evil step mother knew of natural face lifts, she wouldn’t have been after the poor creature’s life! We all wish, at some point in time, that we could get rid of the crow’s feet creeping up under our eyes or do something to our face to defy gravity. I admit to being part of that crowd. But the fear of going under the knife, the chances of things going wrong or just not getting the desirable results, put me on a non-surgical quest for facelifts.
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Aromatherapy and Skincare

Molecules of essential oils pass through the skin's epidermis and are carried away by the capillary blood circulating in the dermis. They are then taken into the lymphatic and extracellular fluids at which point the therapeutic ingredients of the essential oils are broken down and used by various regions of the body. Essential Oils work as rubbish collectors, attaching themselves to toxins, free-radicals, cell debris, heavy metals, renegade cells, fungi, bacteria, viruses or other debris and taking them to the exits for disposal.
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mySkin.com at New York’s 5th Annual Makeup Show

This event is considered the premier makeup event in the industry drawing international makeup artists, beauty makeup founders and aspiring artisans who all share their common goal of loving makeup and wanting to demonstrate that makeup is in fact an art form. The event encourages the connection between makeup, inspiration, education and community.
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Traveling Skin Tips

Traveling usually means an interruption of normal sleeping patterns and it’s often difficult to eat healthy, balanced meals as well. Changes in diet and sleep schedule can wreak havoc on your skin’s appearance.
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Control those Stubborn Ingrown Hairs

Ingrown hairs can be identified in the form of tiny bumps around the skin area where hair has been removed in the form of shaving, waxing, electrolysis and tweezing. Also known as razor bumps, and medically referred to as psuedofolliculitus barbae or pfb, these bumps can cause irritation, scarring or redness.
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Managing Enlarged Pores

If you have enlarged pores then you are most likely to have blackheads since they are caused by excessive sebum production. The ultimate size of your pores is determined by genetics.

Put Your Best Back Forward

A summary of the backless fashions worn at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala. Includes tips on how to have healthy, clear skin on your back.
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Skin Care Shifts for Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a common and chronic skin disorder that is characterized by inflamed lesions and silvery white scales. Faulty signals in the immune system cause new skin cells to form at an increased rate.
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Beauty on a Budget

As a mother we spend on clothes, groceries, tuition fees and the list goes on and on. We also want to look and feel our best for the special someone, a family reunion or when shopping. It’s a constant task for us to juggle our budget for family and self.