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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Mechanical Exfoliation The debate has always been heated among skin care specialists and dermatologists as to the risks and benefits of scrubbing one’s face and body parts. There is a danger of creating microscopic tears and abrading the skin if a scrub contains granules with irregular edges (crushed walnut shells or apricot [more...] Cold, dry air, wind, low humidity, heaters, air conditioners and hard water can spell disaster for your skin, sinuses and scalp. Interior HVAC, airplane cabin pressure, space heaters, fireplaces, car heaters, hot ovens, long hot showers, hard water, decreased water intake, dehydrating beverages, cold, allergy and flu meds, antibiotics, water pills and other medications all aggravate the [more...] Laundry Products Must Be Free of Perfumes and Dyes Problem: Laundry detergents, additives and fabric softeners can leave harmful residues that can irritate sensitive skin, cause a severe case of contact dermatitis, and worsen your acne or eczema. What to look for: Acne or dermatitis on one side of your face, neck and body where you sleep, on [more...] |
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