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Irritated Skin? It May Not Be What You Think.

The only thing worse than having an itch is having an itch you can’t scratch. Irritated skin is annoying to say the least, but becomes exasperating when the cause is unknown and the cure is unfound. Most people blame dry skin for itchiness, but several other factors can cause an itch as well. Allergies Allergies are often the cause of dry skin. Rashes occur in different part of our bodies but you may be able able to figure out what caused it just by...

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How to Treat Poison Ivy in Texas

There’s a lot of poison ivy in Texas. Not the kind you’d find in a Batman movie or the song from the 1950s, but that awful, itchy kind that’s popping up in your backyard. Before you try to get rid of poison ivy with “an ocean of calamine lotion,” make sure you understand what poison ivy is, why you shouldn’t panic about it spreading, and the right way to treat poison ivy. What is Poison Ivy? Poison ivy is a plant that grows like a vine and ...

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Bags Under Your Eyes? Here’s How To Treat Them

As time moves on, that sagging, loose skin under the eye becomes more pronounced. For many, this harsh reality greets them each morning no matter how rested they feel. So why do lines keep getting worse and what can fix those baggy-looking eyes? What Causes Bags Under Your Eyes? Why do under-eye bags gradually worsen over time? Believe it or not, it’s a matter of losing fat. As we age, our faces thin out. Early on in this process the fat disappears f...

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How to Get Started Building Your Cosmetic Regimen

You’ve decided you want to be more diligent about your cosmetic regimen, but where should you begin? You want the best products, so you assume it’s time to head to the department store cosmetic counter. Then you remember what it’s actually like in there: overwhelming is an understatement. Too many products raise too many questions: What do you need? What’s the best thing for you? How much will this cost? And most importantly, what will actually...

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Psoriasis: Causes, Appearance, and Treatments Options

Psoriasis affects as many as 7.5 million people in the United States. And although psoriasis can occur at any age, most people have their first outbreak between the ages of 15 and 35, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. Many people are affected by psoriasis, but they don’t know what causes it or how it can be treated. Let’s talk about what psoriasis is, what it looks like, where it’s commonly found on the body, and what treatment opti...

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Understanding Eczema: Causes and Treatments

According to the National Eczema Association, 31.6 million Americans have eczema and at least 56 percent have moderate to severe eczema. Many people think eczema is just dry skin, but it’s not that simple. It’s important to know what eczema is, what causes eczema, and what treatment options are available. What is Eczema and What Causes Eczema to Develop? Ezcema is a general term for a particular type of red, itchy rash. Eczema is often the res...

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What You Need To Know About Juvederm & Restylane Treatments

When it comes to reducing the appearance of wrinkles, the terms Juvederm and Restylane always seem to be attached at the hip. Juvederm and Restylane are both cosmetic treatments used to reduce wrinkles, and can actually be considered competitors that deliver very similar results. Unfortunately, there are a lot of people offering these treatments who aren’t properly trained and educated, so it’s important to have a basic understanding before you exp...

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Painless Wrinkle Reduction with Pellevé

Pellevé is a non-surgical technique for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction. Pellevé uses radio frequency to painlessly treat deeper layers of the skin. Unlike other superficial treatments, Pellevé treatments go about two millimeters into the skin to rejuvenate collagen elastin fibers without damaging the top layer of the skin. Collagen elastin fibers support the skin and hold it onto the muscle. Over time, these fibers get stretched out and lo...

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Which Chemical Peel is Right for Your Skin?

Most people have heard the term “chemical peel,” but unless they’ve actually had one, they have no idea what it is or how it works. They also probably don’t realize that there are several kinds of peels, including brand new peels that are great for improving the appearance of the skin. Let’s start by discussing the different types of peels and how they’re used. Types of Chemical Peels Glycolic Peel The glycolic peel has the smallest molecul...

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Botox vs. Dysport: Similarities, Differences, and What to Expect

Most of us are familiar with the word “Botox,” but a similar product, Dysport, is another great option for reducing the appearance of wrinkles. When faced with the two options, many people have questions about the similarities and differences between these two products. Here’s what you can expect from a Botox or Dysport treatment. What are Botox and Dysport? Botox and Dysport are both used to reduce the appearance of lines or creas...

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