As the weather changes, so does the chemistry of your skin. Whether you are a teen or adult, chances are you have endured one of these common summertime skin care ailments listed below. But never fear, there are some quick fixes!
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Sunscreen Labels
EU Commission action provides citizens with better protection from the sun by requiring better labels on sunscreens.
Consumers will benefit from a new, clearer labeling regime on sunscreen bottles which is being phased in this summer. The new labels, which include a new UV-A seal appearing on bottles, as well as a ban on misleading terms such as ’sunblocker’ and ‘total protection’, are the response to the Commission recommendation on sunscreen products adopted in September 2006.
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Cosmetic surgery techniques, such as having a patient sit or stand while incision sites are marked so they blend into natural lines of the body, can improve the aesthetic result of thyroid surgery as well, researchers say.
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Drinking more water will reduce cellulite.
FALSE. In fact, the idea that drinking more water will help any skin condition is erroneous unless you’re truly medically dehydrated. Nor does drinking more water eliminate any cellulite-causing toxins. Overhydration can actually increase the appearance of cellulite
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By NATASHA SINGER
AS the noon sun began to cook bathers in Long Beach, N.Y., last Sunday, members of the Sofferman family lounged on towels, each wearing a sun lotion chosen with the care usually given to picking out a new bathing suit.
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Fruits, veggies, grains curb appetite, help shed pounds, study finds
(HealthDay News) — If you’re trying to lose weight, eating the right foods may be more effective than eating less, U.S. researchers say.
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Facelifts
I’m considering a facelift. What are some things I should think about?
The first time I meet with someone who’s interested in having a facelift, I make sure she knows my philosophy of treatment: don’t overdo it.
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(HealthDay News) — Beachgoers lulled into the breezy, bronzed glow of summer take note: Most sunscreens don’t live up to their promise of protecting against harmful ultraviolet rays, a new study contends.
“Sunscreens just aren’t as good as people think they are,” said Dr. James Spencer, a dermatologist in St. Petersburg, Fla. “They aren’t perfect, but they are the best tool we have.”
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(HealthDay News) — Overweight or obese white American women are more likely than their black peers to ask for dieting assistance, such as counseling from a medical professional, a doctor’s prescription, membership in a weight-loss group, or advice from a trainer, a new study finds.
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by Robin Warshaw
Your mother was right: eating your carrots really will help your vision. Eating your spinach, collards and kale—especially if you whisk them up in an omelet—is even better for eye health.
By including certain nutrients in your daily diet, you can help protect your vision and prevent eye diseases such as cataracts (clouding of the lens) or age-related macular degeneration (progressive deterioration of the retina’s center).
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