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The Truth About Tanning [Infographic]

Have you ever heard that getting a base tan is a safer way get darker skin? It’s a common myth, but far from the truth! The CDC just released a great infographic showing some of the common myths about tanning and skin cancer. Check out the infographic below and be sure to let us know which fact surprised you most. The Truth About Tanning Your natural skin color is great the way it is! Every time you tan, you increase your risk of melanoma. M...

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Tired of Battling Oily Skin? Here’s How to Deal With the Shine.

People with dry skin continue to look for ways to add a glow to their skin. But those with oily skin can’t keep that glow from outshining their look. If you’ve ever experienced oily skin, you know the routine: wash with a deep cleanser, use a strong toner, avoid moisturizer, apply make-up, and hope for the best! In reality, some of these steps may be making your oily skin problem worse. Is Oily Skin Bad? People with an oily face often feel plagued...

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Stretch Mark Products Not Working? Get the Results You Want With Icon Laser Treatment.

If you have stretch marks, you know it’s tempting to grasp for any product that offers to improve them. Maybe you’ve worked hard to lose weight and get in shape, but stretch marks don’t let you forget how you once looked. Or maybe you were blessed with a child, but those white-lined reminders of the changes your body went through remain. Until now, stretch marks are something we’ve just had to deal with. Nothing has proved effective, regardles...

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Fractional Laser

How Does the Icon Fractional Laser Treatment Work? The Icon Laser Scar Treatment uses a fractional erbium laser. It’s non-ablative, meaning it doesn’t cut the skin. This laser generates columns of heat that go under the deep dermis to cause inflammation. As a result of the inflammation, the remaining tissue produces collagen and elastin which work to heal the skin. These fibers also tighten the area. For acne scar tissue, healthier and tighter skin...

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Does Retinol Live Up to The Hype? Here are 5 Things You Need to Know About the “Miracle” Product.

We hear about Retinol every day. It’s one of those products that people claim fixes everything from acne scars to cancer. But it can’t be as miraculous as they claim, can it? After learning why and how Retinol works, you may be surprised! 1. What Is It? Retinol, or Retin-A, is a compound-chemical product used to improve the appearance of skin. It does so by increasing the turnover of the skin cells on the face. Derived from Vitamin A, dermatologist...

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How to Treat and Prevent Acne During Pregnancy

Did you know that acne can be an indicator of whether you’re having a boy or a girl? Well, maybe not a fool-proof way, but at least it’s an entertaining way to guess the sex of the baby. If you’re expecting a boy baby, it makes sense in late pregnancy for the acne to worsen. At this point, a boy begins to make testosterone that drives the oil glands to secrete more oil on the mom’s face. Then, the follicles get clogged up and here come the brea...

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How to Treat Cracked Feet for Soft, Smooth Heels

Everyone hates having dry, cracked feet and understandably so – it’s uncomfortable and sometimes unsightly. Fortunately, this is a problem you can fix! With a little intentionality, this thick skin can be a frustration of the past. What Causes Dry Cracked Feet? Enjoy going barefoot? Your feet may not. If you often find yourself shoeless, this could be the cause of your problem. In fact, a lot of people grow thick skin on the bottoms of their feet b...

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Stretch Mark Removal: Which Treatments Really Work?

If you have stretch marks, more than likely you’ve thought about how to get rid of them. Advertisers capitalize on this with new oils and bloggers capitalize on this with new home concoctions, but what would your dermatologist tell you to do? What really works? What Are Stretch Marks? To understand treatment options, you first have to understand stretch marks. Stretch marks are scars that occur when the skin stretches as people grow, maybe in a growt...

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3 Easy Ways to Protect Your Child’s Skin from Sun Damage

Summertime sunshine. Kids create some of their happiest memories during the summer months, but time in the sun needs to be protected. Sunburns result in serious long-term consequences for children, and several easy steps can help protect your children while they continue to make memories. Can Sun Damage a Kid’s Skin? In a word: Yes. In fact, it’s the childhood sunburns that end up resulting in skin cancer as an adult. The burn may come and go now, ...

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Irritated Skin? It May Not Be What You Think.

The only thing worse than having an itch is having an itch you can’t scratch. Irritated skin is annoying to say the least, but becomes exasperating when the cause is unknown and the cure is unfound. Most people blame dry skin for itchiness, but several other factors can cause an itch as well. Allergies Allergies are often the cause of dry skin. Rashes occur in different part of our bodies but you may be able able to figure out what caused it just by...

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