healthy skin solutions
Spring is just around the corner and it’s time for some spring cleaning – for your skin that is! Spring is such a special time. Many people get very excited, and quite emotional about Spring and all it represents – a time of renewal and rebirth. Just as the emerging flowers need sun and [...]
Getting rid of, or even controlling acne can be an ongoing struggle for many. There are thousands of acne treatments, formulas and remedies on the market, but knowing what ingredients to look for can be a mystery. What works and why – what is simply marketing hype, and how can you tell the difference? [...]
What is sun poisoning? Simply stated, it does not mean you have been poisoned – it’s a term used to describe someone who has a severe case of sunburn. Sunburn is an inflammation of the skin that is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. UV rays are most intense at noon [...]
There is no doubt that the sun is as essential for humans as it is for our planet. People need a certain amount of exposure to the sun for the synthesis and production of vitamin D – a necessary nutrient for healthy aging, immune function, bone density and antioxidant protection. The question is “how much [...]
Cosmetic Acne, or acne cosmetica, is yet another form of mild acne – this one caused by cosmetics. For the sake of clarification, the term ‘cosmetics’ is not restricted to makeup, it means any type of cream, lotion, potion or powder applied to the skin, for whatever reason. Given that, cosmetic acne is quite common, [...]
Psoriais is a non-contagious, genetic disease of the immune system affecting the skin and sometimes the joints. Scalp psoriasis is very common, affecting at least 50% of all people who have psoriasis. As with all psoriasis, the skin cells grow too quickly on the scalp and cause red lesions covered with scale, resulting in a [...]
Plaque psoriasis, also known as Psoriasis Vulgaris, is a lifelong disease of the immune system that triggers the body to grow skin cells up to 10 times faster than normal. Instead of shedding, these skin cells pile up on the surface and form patches, or lesions, called plaques. Plaques are raised, inflamed, red lesions covered [...]
Most of us want to feel younger, look younger and have more energy and vitality as we age. Recent scientific research in the field of anti-aging has produced a wealth of information on the aging process, with specific attention to the process called oxidative stress or oxidative damage – the result of cellular deterioration [...]
Collagen is a key structural component that keeps skin youthful looking and smooth. As you age, collagen production decreases, and lines and wrinkles begin to form. Sculptra ™ Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid, which helps replace lost collagen to correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds [...]
Rosacea can vary from one individual to another. Experts believe that Rosacea generally includes at least one of the following primary signs, with the possibility of a number of secondary signs. Primary signs of Rosacea include flushing, persistent redness, bumps and pimples, visible blood vessels. Secondary signs and symptoms include eye irritation; a burning or [...]
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