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The misuse of skin-lightening creams, many with prescription-strength ingredients, may cause severe side effects.
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Hair grows slightly faster in summer than in winter.
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Dr. Lynne Goldberg, head of the Hair Clinic at Boston Medical Center, has a special interest in alopecia, more commonly known as hair loss. She offers her expert opinion to shed light on a topic that is both perplexing and distressing for many men and women.
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All About Sunscreen
By Silvina Pugliese on January 2nd, 2010
By now, you know that you need to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. How to choose the appropriate sunscreen and how to properly apply it, however, are not as intuitive as you might think! Find out how to shop wisely and lather it on to guarantee optimum sun protection.
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Nail Anatomy 101
By Michael Cashman on December 31st, 2009
Did you know that fingernails grow about 2-3mm per month while toenails lag behind at 1mm per month? Did you know that complete replacement of a fingernail requires 6 months while a toenail requires 18 months? Does the nail still mystify you? Read this article to learn more about this elusive skin appendage.
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Go beyond the surface. Broaden your knowledge on a variety of skin topics with these easy-to-read articles.
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Onychomycosis
By Kira Mayo on January 24th, 2010
By the time we’re 70 years old, 48 percent of us will have experienced onychomycosis. Find out more about the most common nail disease.
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Basal Cell Carcinoma–Treatment Options Explained
By Michael Cashman on December 30th, 2009
What do you do after receiving a diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma? This is a question faced by more than one million people in the United States each year. Read on to learn about the different treatment options available for the most common skin cancer.
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Psoriasis in perspective
By Silvina Pugliese on October 31st, 2009
Now 27, Fawn has no recollection of being diagnosed with guttate psoriasis at one and half years of age. We asked Fawn to talk to us in detail about her diagnosis, her thoughts on the different treatment modalities, and what it’s like to be a young female with psoriasis.
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The key to smart shopping is knowledge. Get the lowdown on cosmetic products and skin-related technology.
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By Silvina Pugliese on December 31st, 2009
This moisturizing cream is ideal for daily use – it goes on smooth, is lightweight on your face, effectively hydrates your skin, and defends against photodamage with three synergistic sun-protective powerhouses!
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We bring you the latest media buzz so that you can stay up-to-date without drowning in “skinformation” overload.
Hair Care On A Budget
December 12th, 2009
How to have healthy hair on a budget- which expensive products to avoid and which affordable products to use.
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