Dark circles under the eyes: the never-ending battle

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Shopping List (we did the work for you!) Dermalogica - Total Eye Care SPF 15 Nutraluxe MD Puffy Eye Dark Circle Eliminator Pen    Phytomer - Dark Circle Eye Cream Colorescience - Eye Camouflage My Favorite Eyes Cream Wand  It’s a never-ending battle. Dark circles under the eyes are supposedly the second most complained about condition next to acne. And … [Read more...]

Active Manuka Honey Review – How Does Honey Affect Facial Skin?

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by: Amy Austen Active manuka honey is coming up on a lot of product labels these days and there has been a lot of talk by advertisers and manufacturers that claim there are special characteristics to this particular strain of honey that it more powerful than any other honey source. Are these claims true? What results can you expect from manuka honey products? Shopping List (we did … [Read more...]

Vitamin E: Nourishing Dry Skin Care

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by: Jerrick Foo Shopping List (we did the work for you) GNC Natural E 400, 100% Natural Mixed Tocopherols, Softgel Capsules     Nature Made 100% Natural Vitamin E, 400 IU, Softgels  Among all the nutrients, vitamin E is one of the most important for ensuring that your skin is healthy. It can be added to the diet by eating more seeds and nuts, healthful … [Read more...]

Caffeine for your skin

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Shopping List (we did the work for you) BABOR - Body Line Thermal Stop Cellulite Day Activator   100% Pure - Caffeine Eye Cream, Organic Coffee Bean  What is Caffeine? Caffeine is a bitter, white crystalline purine base, naturally found in plant tissue. The most commonly used plants that Caffeine is derived from are coffee, tea, Cola Tree nuts, cocao plants, … [Read more...]

Age Spots Explained and the Supplements to Treat Them

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Shopping List  (we did the work for you) Nature's Plus Mega Zinc 100 mg - Sustained Release    Nature's Herbs Maca Root 500 mg   Natrol Milk Thistle Advantage  Nature's Herbs Red Clover Blossoms    Now C-500 Complex  Age Spots Age spots are flat brown spots that can appear on the body as it ages. Most age spots appear on the neck, hands, and … [Read more...]

The good news about oily skin

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Yes, you have oily skin, and it sucks, because that means you are more susceptible to shiny skin and acne.  We will get to that, but did you know that since your skin naturally produces oils that moisturize, you are less likely to suffer from other beauty problems, namely wrinkles! Now that’s something to keep in mind so you can stay positive as you fight your oily skin – which isn’t … [Read more...]

Foods that can help heal acne and acne scars

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Often when we break out we turn to medical or cosmetic products to heal our acne, but have we ever wondered what people did about their acne before all of our modern day commercial products came to drug store shelves? Behold, the power of foods and natural ingredients to help our skin have always been and still are around us. Some you eat, and some you simply rub on.  For … [Read more...]

What causes acne?

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Sometimes it feels like there’s no clear explanation to acne.  You feel like you’re doing everything right – washing your face, using the products you’re told to use, avoiding oily foods, and all the rest. SHOPPING LIST (we did the work for you) Neutrogena® skiniD™. Less than $1 a day to clear skin. Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back   Dr. Michelle … [Read more...]

What is Collagen?

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Collagen is a protein in your body, and in the bodies of mammals.  It is like glue that keeps your body together.  Although it is often associated with skin and cosmetics, actually collagen is used throughout your body, in your stomach, your bones, your muscles, and so on. Collagen usually works with cells as a strengthener, giving shape and form.  So it’s no wonder that when it starts to … [Read more...]