Dry Skin Care Gets a Boost from Chinese Medicine

A shielding lotion bonds with the outer layer of the skin to form a protective layer... As Chinese medicine becomes more popular in the U.S., we gain the benefit of their ancient skin care secrets: While Westerners run to the stores looking for the latest dry skin or anti-aging products, many of which contain harsh chemicals that actually exacerbate the situation, the Chinese generally use the same medicine they've been using for hundreds or thousands of years - medicines that address the internal problems so the skin can heal itself.

The Sunscreen Myth

We all know how bad the sun can actually be to our skin and the long-term damage it can do. So we slather on the sunscreen and assume we are protected, right? Wrong! New studies reveal that not only are we applying our sunscreen incorrectly and too infrequently, but that it's likely that the sunscreen we are using isn't doing what it has promised.

The Debate Over Paraben Use in Cosmetics

Recently, there has been quite a bit of discussion over the safety of the use of parabens as a preservative in cosmetics. The FDA defines parabens as the most widely used preservatives in cosmetic products.

Considering Foods to Help Fight Acne

Traditionally there are a number of different treatment options that people seek out when they have problems with acne. These usually start with creams and potions (like the ones on the television where the fat is almost 'magically' sucked from the skin pore!) - Here I take a look at Food Options to Help Your Acne!

Natural Skin Care for Dull Complexion

Beauty is one of the topics that attract almost all the women and today every one is conscious of their look and presentation. Women usually bother about their dull complexion as today it is meant that fair complexion adds an inner confidence in you.

Pycnogenol - The King of the Skin Antioxidants

The benefits of topically applied Pycnogenol have received very little publicity, which is unfortunate, as it is far superior to other, more common antioxidants found in anti-aging skin care products.

Heal Eczema With Natural Creams

A major part of eczema cure revolves around providing proper moisturizing to the dry skin and cutting down on the inflammation caused by either the eczema itself or the patient scratching.

Eczema - Test Your Knowledge About Atopic Dermatitis

The best method to find out if we know enough about any subject is to try and answer question related to that. That tells us precisely about the extent to which we know. This exercise also helps us know more about the subject. As eczema is a common problem, try and find out how much you know about Atopic Dermatitis, a type of eczema.

Great Skin Care Facial Products And Their Natural Benefits

Skin Care Facial Products and finding the right ones for your skin type. Avoid the chemicals if at all possible and find out why.

What Causes Eczema - How to Easily Cure Your Eczema Using Superfoods

Do you know why we suffer with eczema or any other illness for that matter? The true reason is that the body is undergoing cellular malfunction. And what causes cellular malfunction? Well, either your body is not receiving the vital nutrients it requires and therefore is suffering with a deficiency, or your body is so polluted with toxins that it has become overwhelmed.

Skin Mole Removal - A Mountain or a Mole Hill?

A skin mole is a spot on the skin that is usually round or oval in shape. The skin mole can vary in size and it may appear pink, brown, red, or black in colour. Virtually everyone has at least a few moles

Are You Suffering From Skin Yeast Infections?

The most common type of yeast infection is probably the vaginal yeast infection. But you should be aware that there is other type of yeast infections that can affect various individuals. Some of these infections include male yeast infection or penile yeast infection, but the one we are concern about here is the skin yeast infections.

Keep Your Skin Healthy With Chiral Skin-Care Products

Chiral products are a new class of pharmaceuticals that fit closely to the molecules of the skin. They are particularly useful in maintaining the health of the skin and this article explains how they work.