Health and Beauty Articles for Women

According to Diane Mapes, reporting for MSNBC, a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology reports that 851 potential patients, concerned about a changing mole, were given a wait time that averaged 38 days.

In some cities, the wait time was even longer: 47 days in Syracuse, 48 in New York City, Phoenix saw a 48 day wait and Bostonians waited the longest: 73 days. What is going on here?

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In an article for MSNBC, Diane Mapes investigates what it actually takes to speak to this increasingly looks-conscious crowd about the dangers of melanoma-the second most common type of cancer among the 20-29 year-old age group. Although alarming, a not surprising find is that wrinkles and not the potential threat of skin cancer, is a bigger concern to this age group.

When 49-year-old Kylee Baumle recently found out both her father and her husband were diagnosed with skin cancer, she looked back at her own youth spent working on a golden tan by the pool, and wonders what she was thinking. Kylee is not alone. Studies are finding that despite increased knowledge about the danger of UV rays, today’s younger generations continue to frequent both beaches and tanning booths.

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by Skincare-news.com team
During pregnancy, you’re focused intently on developing a healthy routine for both you and your baby. A wholesome diet and exercise are typical staples in your routine. But don’t neglect to pay attention to your skin care and beauty products too. Follow these seven tips for playing it safe with your skin care and playing it pretty with your makeup.

1 Easy on the essentials - oils, that is. Essential oils are a relaxing addition to many day spa and at-home treatments, but for pregnant women, some essential oils are harmful. Stay away from the following common essential oils (this list isn’t exhaustive): Angelica, Aniseed, Cedarwood, Chamomile (German and Roman), Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Ginger, Jasmine, Juniper, Marjoram, Myrrh, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary , Sweet Fennel, Sage and Wormwood.

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Women are looking to alternative therapies to battle wrinkles and aging, including - acupuncture.

Women are turning to a different kind of needle for youthful skin-acupuncture, reports Nora Isaacs in The New York Times. More affordable than Botox or Restylane, and reputedly longer-lasting and less invasive, acupuncture is quickly becoming the anti-aging treatment of choice for many.

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Cellulite lotion for healthy lifestyle

Cellulite lotion works on the outer portion of the skin to help firm it and undo the harm that the fat cells have done. Cellulite lotion is very effective in combating the outward damage that has been done. If this is one of the things that is holding you back from going outside or to the gym to exercise then it is certainly recommended that you use this particular facet of the cellulite solution.

Remove Blackheads on your skin

Use tomato, it’s a cheaper alternative to creams and its rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin C. Consume when fully ripe to breathe life into your skin, especially if yours is oily. Tomatoes are alkaline and low in carbohydrate. Grate half a tomato and mix with a teaspoon of grated cucumber. Apply regularly to reduce oiliness, pimples and blackheads, and close pores that are open.

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Types of makeup

Pancake makeup is powdered in form and is usually applied with a powderpuff. Oftened used as foundational or setting makeup
Cream-Cream based makeup is the most widely purchased at halloween, comes in a variety of colors with multi packs oftened centered towards a specific makeup design, witch, devil, ghost. Comparable to grease paints but removal is easier.

Makeup Tips

Keep it Simple: At the mere mention of Prom, many girls assume they need to layer on the makeup to get that fashionable, special occasion look. In reality it’s quite the opposite. Keeping your makeup simple can be the best way to achieve elegant beauty that will look great in prom pictures. The best way to keep it simple is to strike a balance. If you want to wear vibrant and elaborate eye makeup, choose a simple lip stick and vice versa.

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Author: Muna wa Wanjiru
A bright smile is definitely part of the definition for good looks, and how could one feel confident and attractive when they have to keep their lips tight for fear of revealing their dull teeth? Such preoccupations about dental care and dental aesthetics fully justify the high demand for teeth whitening products, and manufacturers definitely don’t disappoint their consumers. The most common or basic teeth whitening products are some of the toothpastes that also contain bleaching agents beside fluoride and other ingredients. Nevertheless, it is pretty frequent for people not to get the amazing results they were hoping for after the use of such teeth whitening products.

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Are you concerned about your dry skin? Worried about skin damage? Or have you spent too much time searching for a way to keep your skin healthy, soft and smooth? Surprisingly, you may find your solution in a common food. You probably have a jar of it somewhere in your home, or you could always borrow one from Winnie the Pooh. Learn all about the wonders of honey and how this sweet treat can help your skin!

Honey’s hydrating properties

Honey is rich and thick, making it an effective moisturizer. Like other humectants, honey binds moisture to the skin and helps it stay hydrated. So it not only smoothes dry, rough, wrinkled skin, but honey also makes skin supple and plumps up wrinkles.

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What is the next phase in healthy eating?
According to Robert Ancill, President of The Next Idea, Los Angeles based Restaurant Consultancy consumers are taking increasing interest in Mediterranean cuisine.

In 2007, The Journal of the American Medical Association reported, a combination of the Mediterranean diet, moderate exercise and drinking, and no smoking can lower mortality rates by 65 percent.

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According to an article in the Daily Telegraph, drinking water in Britain may be suffering from an unexpected contaminant: cosmetic residue.

Writes Roger Highfield “Along with human sewage contaminated with medicines and their by-products, there are rising levels of cosmetic products such as shower gels and musk perfumes…”

The Royal Society of Chemistry reports that even sophisticated processes to treat water are unable to remove all traces of chemicals and therefore, contaminants remain in the water supply.

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