When thinking about probiotics, the first thing that comes to mind for many people is yogurt. While it is true that probiotics are good for your gut, most people are unaware that they are also good for your skin too! Read on to find out how using probiotics can help you look and feel your best on the inside and Continue reading
How Often Should I Exfoliate Your skin is not only a cover, but also the largest organ in your body. Like the rest of your body, it constantly regenerates and replaces dead cells for the duration of your life. It is also porous, so as cells die at the surface, they can be trapped by the oil of your skin. Continue reading
Every year there is a new diet or super food that promises to improve your health, help you look younger, eliminate wrinkles, and let you live forever! “These fads don’t last long and often don’t stay around long enough to see an effect,” says Dr. Kellie Reed, board certified Dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology. With so much media coverage on these Continue reading
Beauty gurus rave about how much they love Clarisonic brushes. But an important question you may ask yourself is: what exactly are the benefits of a clarisonic brush? It’s a great question – before you go out and invest in one, you should know what all it can do for you. #1 Really Remove Makeup “A facial brush helps you cleanse your facial skin Continue reading
Sweating is a natural process that helps cool the body. “The offensive odor that often results from sweating is not caused specifically by sweat, but often by bacteria that flourishes in the hot and moist environment brought about by sweating,” explains Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist in Austin, Texas. Excessive sweating, which often translates into pungent body odor, can be a Continue reading
“More and more patients are seeking natural and homeopathic remedies for their skin,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and skin care expert in Austin, Texas. Many of these, like Shea butter, have been tried and tested over time, finding its niche amongst cosmetic and skin care preparations. Shea butter is rich in vitamins A, D and E, as Continue reading
Eczema is a condition that causes your skin to become irritated and inflamed. It affects approximately 10 to 20 percent of babies and roughly 3 percent of adults. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the disease, but proper treatment can control it. All types of eczema, whether it be atopic dermatitis, hand eczema or contact dermatitis, can cause redness, itching Continue reading
New year, new you! The new year often comes with resolutions about exercise, weight loss and improving your health. So why not improve you skin as well? If you smoke, then you are cognizant on how it can affect your heart, lungs, and brain functions. Smoking also has a very real effect on your skin’s health and appearance. The effects Continue reading
Dermatology patients and skin care aficionados are always looking for natural approaches to treat their skin ailments and woes. Tea Tree Oil has been reported to offer the skin an array of benefits, from wound care to ring worm treatments, even acne remedies. But what do we truly know about this skin save all? “As with many natural remedies, Tea Continue reading
If you are looking for a natural product to promote healthy skin, you may not need to look any further than your natural food outlet or local chain drugstore. Coconut oil has long been used to moisturize and protect the skin, but never before, has it taken such a prominent place among mainstream cosmetic remedies. Celebrities, as well as organic Continue reading
