Category: Lifestyle

As the new year has approached (and now come to fruition), many of us in the fashion of making new year’s resolutions, decide to take a stand for our skin, once and for all. “This year I will remove my makeup before going to bed” “This year I will get a facial twice a month” […]

Self-Breast Exams And How To Perform Them A self-breast exam, or the act of regularly examining your breasts on your own, can be a very effective method of diagnosing breast cancer in its early stages when it’s more likely to be treated successfully. No single test has a 100% success rate when it comes to […]

Artificial Intelligence & Mammograms: Improving Women’s Lives One Scan at a Time What is the Purpose of Mammograms? Mammograms are a form of x-ray that is used by physicians and conducted by radiologists in order to analyze breast tissue and detect breast cancer, even at its earliest stages. This screening is effective in finding breast […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For many years, October has been synonymous with breast cancer and helping to raise awareness for the thousands of women who are diagnosed each year. It is a known fact that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. And although death rates across […]

It is no secret that acne is a skin condition that can sometimes baffle people. Seemingly super-healthy individuals start experiencing uncontrollable breakouts, your skin all of a sudden making you look unhealthy and affecting self-confidence. It is important to always treat your acne before it gets worse, leaving lifelong skin damage. What if we said […]

Question of the Week: I have little white spots under my eyes and cheeks, how do I get rid of them? Are they acne? They are those annoying little white spots that appear around your eyes and face and don’t seem to disappear after applying makeup (unless you apply a filter to your photo). Sometimes […]

A diagnosis of having facial Rosacea is something that is commonly heard in dermatologists offices today since almost 10 million people in the US are diagnosed every year. But what is not heard of as much is that almost 50 percent of these sufferers will also develop a condition called ocular rosacea, sometimes mistaken as […]

New Skin Care Products and Skin Breakouts A familiar experience for every woman is where you invest in a pricey vitamin serum or any other skin care product expecting some life-changing magic, which never seems to come. On the contrary, you get a crop of pimples, worse than before. Changing products can be both financially […]

Teenage acne is most often than not a hormonal acne problem. Unfortunately, it can also go far beyond being just a mere skin concern. Several studies have been conducted that link low self-esteem among teenagers directly to acne. Having this condition often makes teens overly critical and conscious about the way they look, hence being […]

All of us want better looking skin and do everything we can to achieve that. From specialty skincare products to treatments and everything in between, our search for perfect skin will have us try almost anything. While you may have a beauty cabinet filled with all sorts of skincare products, there is one ingredient everyone […]

I was thinking the other day about drinking enough water and my mind wandered to the question: If I eat more cucumbers and watermelon, will it help improve the moisture in my skin? I am hardly a scientist, however in my mind, it seemed logical that if I eat foods high in water content that […]

Can skincare in capsule form really provide benefits to your skincare routine? The beauty from within marketplace is big business offering skincare supplements, however finding out the reasons they might be beneficial or even different from topical skincare products is still somewhat challenging. I set out to find the details about the growing trend of […]

Would you like to save money and see better results from your skincare products? The best way to do so is to follow the directions, use them in the right order, and to give them a chance. Most of us have probably used body lotion on our face once or twice or used night cream […]

The state of your circulation is directly related to the condition and appearance of your skin. Good circulation is essential for good health; however, it is also essential for good skin. Even if you are genetically predisposed to poor circulation, you can take steps to improve your circulation and, in turn, make your skin appear […]

A great many conditions of the skin can be solved quickly with a quick purchase on the internet and a few days or weeks of treatment. Think dry skin on the legs, dandruff of the scalp, cracked heels, etc. Many conditions of the skin have already been diagnosed by a Doctor but conventional treatments have […]

Nothing shatters the confidence of a teenager like acne can. Teenage years are tough ones to navigate, as parents we were there once too. On one hand, there is the immense burden of academics: scoring well, getting into college, balancing extracurricular activities. On the other, your teenager is also working their way around social belonging […]

One sure way for your skin to age prematurely is to let stress get the best of you. In addition to premature aging, a number of dangerous health issues can arise from stress such as heart attacks and depression. Fortunately, a few easy stress relief actions and strategic products can help keep your skin looking […]

If not used and stored properly, your skincare products are highly susceptible to the growth of bacteria, fungus, mold, and yeast. Do not freak out too badly just yet as most products use natural or chemical-based preservatives. These preservatives are designed to prevent dangerous microbe growth levels that could harm you or require you to […]

Acne scarring may not be entirely preventable, however you can take measures to minimize scarring. The good news is that non-inflamed blemishes such as whiteheads and blackheads are unlikely to cause scarring. Unfortunately, not all acne remains in a non-inflamed state; therefore, it is necessary to take steps to minimize the after effects of inflamed […]

Your skin is about to experience a seasonal shock from dry winter skin to excessive humidity. As the harsh cold winds and dry indoor heat begins to make its great escape, it is time to mix up your products and routines to become more suitable for the more pleasant elements of springtime. Ease your skin […]

As you are all too aware, your skin will change with each decade of your life. Some years will be more forgiving than others, and hormone surges will wreak havoc on your skin at some point; however, we can all take steps to slow down the aging process by taking a few simple precautions and […]

We are all painfully aware that our bodies change as we become older, as does our skin, particularly just before, during, and after menopause. Once you enter perimenopause, it is time to change your skincare routine by selecting products that cater to skin concerns associated with these changes such as extreme acne outbreaks and a […]

Well, there is good news and bad news about pores. The bad news: Some people are simply genetically predisposed to having larger pores than others. The good news: All pores can shrink to a degree if cared for properly.   Why are Large Pores Bad? A beauty stigma has been associated to large pores for […]

Many products are quick to state that you should avoid your eye area, however what is a prospective skincare routine for your eyes and eye area? Sure, many people discuss dark circles and crow’s feet; however, do you know what to do about your eyelids, bottom lash line, or your eyebrow ridge? We are going […]