Niacin, or vitamin b3, revitalizes skin suffering from free-radical damage. Free radicals form from UV rays. They destroy other molecules, eventually creating a chain reaction that leads to cell deterioration. This causes the telltale signs of aging and skin that…
Beauty experts and doctors can’t seem to agree about yogurt skin benefits. Sometimes they recommend it, sometimes they say it does nothing. One thing that yogurt does is provide the body with lactic acid, which has been shown to make…
Munich researchers report that psoriasis may signal the onset of Type 2 diabetes. It seems that the more advanced the psoriasis, the higher the risk of Type 2 diabetes. The increase of Type 2 diabetes rises 49% with psoriasis. Psoriasis…
Vitamin C has been shown to solve many skin issues. As an antioxidant, it works great for all skin types. It fights free- radical damage, the cause of fine lines and wrinkles. Among the numerous benefits, it hydrates, controls oiliness,…
Vacation means letting it all hang out—all except dry skin, that is. Keep your skin sparkling by prepping for air travel with some moisturizing tips. Travel size moisturizer will help keep hands and face hydrated, reducing the appearance of fine…
As we age, wrinkles appear in a number of places including the corner of the eyes, the corners of the mouth, and the forehead. It is a hugely distressing for women, and the earliest signs of superficial wrinkles set off…
Pore size is determined by genetics and age. Picking blackheads also makes pores better. Though you can’t permanently decrease the size of pores, a lot can be done to make them look almost invisible. Exfoliation is a key, as it…
Even though people use the terms dehydration and dryness interchangeably when it comes to dry skin, they are not the same thing. Dryness comes from changes in hormones, aging, medications or extreme weather, among other things. Dehydration has to do…
So you didn’t wear sunscreen, and have the sun damaged skin to prove it. This type of skin damage is called photo aging, and often results in thicker, more leathery looking skin along with deep wrinkles and discoloration. It can…
Tattoos are forever, but if you want to keep yours looking as good as it did directly after it healed, you need to take extra special care of your skin. Tattoos tend to fade and become indistinct over time, but…
If you want to add a little bit of color to your skin, you don’t have to sunbathe at the beach or go to a tanning salon. Exposing your skin to ultraviolet (UVA/UVB) rays is very dangerous and can cause…