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5 Skin cleansing mistakes you could be making
Washing your face is easy right? Technically, yes. But there are a few dos and don’ts to consider as you sidle up to the sink. To really get your skin squeaky clean, avoid the following common cleansing mistakes. Skin care don’ts Over-cleansing You might not think it’s possible for your face to be too clean,…
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The powerhouse plant that benefits your winter skin
All about aloe Aloe’s ability to soothe sunburn has become so legendary that bottles of aloe gel have become a crucial beach accessory. But if you reserve the use of this succulent plant to simply one season, you miss out on the benefits aloe can bring to your skin in wintertime too, when it is…
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Science meets beauty: Skin care products developed by dermatologists
Beauty brands make all kinds of crazy claims that seldom live up to the hype, but when you’ve got science behind you, how can you really go wrong? Well, the answer is, you can’t! Breakthrough beauty Meet just a few of the doctors literally changing the face of the industry with the skin care lines…
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The best sun protection products to spray, slather or eat
If there’s one thing Manhattan board certified dermatologist Lori Brightman, M.D. wants you to know about keeping your skin even-toned and glowing this summer, it’s this: “Any sun spots, freckles or discoloration that you may already have can potentially darken with more summertime sun exposure.” Dr. Brightman recommends: Wear sun protective clothing. Wide-brimmed hats (that…
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Do a celebrity style facial at home
1 Clean your canvas The first step is to thoroughly cleanse your face. You might think that just using a regular cleanser is doing the trick, but most of the time there is still dirt remaining on your skin. To get a true fresh face, you need a little extra help with the aid of…
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DIY watermelon face toner
Watermelon isn’t just a sweet treat to enjoy in the warm weather — it makes a great ingredient for a DIY face toner, too. Watermelon can act as an exfoliant and will cleanse and tone your skin as well. Because watermelon and its seeds are loaded with all sorts of things that are good for you…
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6 Regrettable skin habits we’re ditching this year
Better skin habits to embrace As much as we try to maintain a healthy skin care routine, it can be easy to slip up on occasion. But this year, we’re really taking stock of some of our worst habits and making an effort to curb any negative tendencies where our complexion is concerned. Over-cleansing You…
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Prom skin care countdown: Perfect your complexion for the big day
Get prom-perfect skin You found the dress, your shoes are totally swoon-worthy and everyone will be in awe of your accessories, but none of that counts if you don’t have the clear, glowing complexion to match. To help you put your best face forward, we put together a skin care guide aimed at getting your…
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Tips to anti-aging skin care in your 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s
Take care of your skin The rightskin carefor your age Skin isn’t static. As your body’s largest organ, it is a curious blend of strength and delicacy, both a fortified barrier and one of the first areas to show damage. Oily or dry, blemish-prone or dewy and clear, skin is constantly changing as you age,…
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How to keep your summer tan
create an endless summer It’s fall and the summer sun is leaving us, so here’s how you can still focus on keeping your tan. Here are a few tips to keep that golden glow using self-tanners as the weather gets cooler. Sunless tanning tips The market is flooded with great sunless tanning products. Their benefits…