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Skin Care & Makeup: Brand Name v. Generic
Mother always said there are some things you just can’t buy generic—but does that apply to makeup and skincare products? According to a study by www.mint.com, women spend more than $15,000 on make...

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The Power of Sunshine: The Benefits of Vitamin D
Today’s message about sun exposure is clear: limit your time outdoors and always wear protective sunscreen.
While it is true that too much unprotected exposure to UVA and UVB lights can cause dam...

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Chlorine and Salt: How the Ocean and the Pool Affect Your Skin
We are conditioned to care for our skin during a day at the pool or by the ocean by applying and reapplying sunscreen every hour, wearing a hat and sunglasses and limiting our time outdoors. But w...

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How Sugary Drinks Affect Your Skin
According to a study by Harvard University, approximately 160 million Americans consume a sugary drink every day, and one in four of those drinks have at least 200 calories.
You already know that...

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5 Red Hot Sun Protection Mistakes Men Make
At one point or another, guys always learn the hard way when it comes to protecting their skin from UV rays. Whether we miss a couple spots, apply it too late, or just don’t apply it at all, we’re...

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Turn Up: How Alcohol Affects Your Skin
We are not here to rain on your parade. Enjoying a refreshing adult beverage from time to time can be relaxing and fun, and studies even show that ingredients in red wine are associated with redu...

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5 Fresh Ideas for Outdoor Spring Fun
It’s time to trade in your jackets for t-shirts, sweats for shorts and TV time for the great outdoors. After an endless winter, spring is finally here, and what better way to celebrate sunny skies...

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How Make-up Affects Your Skin: Choosing the Right Look for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you’re one of the 62 percent of adults in America who celebrate this day of love, you probably already have plans for the perfect date wearing th...

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Fighting Pale Winter Skin: Are Sunless Tanners Safe?
Television, movies and the media have long glorified “tanned” skin on that segment of the population not naturally blessed with melanin. Naturally pale celebrities work to have that sun-kissed glo...