Sunscreens, Skincare & More
I’ve read about it in magazines and you probably have too: lycopene, an antioxidant found in brightly colored foods such as carrots and tomatoes, may act as a natural sunscreen for your skin. Does it really work? One study from the University of Dusseldorf indicates that a diet rich in lycopene (a daily dose of… Read more »
pH is the measure of acidity in a substance, and it can influence your skin in a range of ways, from irritation, dryness, and acne to more serious forms of skin disease. On a scale from 1 being the most acidic to 14 being the most alkaline, 7 is considered pH neutral. Human skin has… Read more »
pH is the measure of acidity in a substance, and it can influence your skin in a range of ways, from irritation, dryness, and acne to more serious forms of skin disease. On a scale from 1 being the most acidic to 14 being the most alkaline, 7 is considered pH neutral. Human skin has… Read more »
Trying to be good with a sunless tan this summer? Good for you! If despite your best efforts, your self tanner results in a streaky tan, no reason to panic. A streaky tan can be fixed. Here’s how: Soak a cotton ball or pad in undiluted lemon juice. Wipe the soaked cotton pad over the… Read more »
Despite industry surveys which show men’s skin care to be one of the fastest growing categories in the beauty market, it seems that sunscreen usage amongst men is not. A recent survey of men in the US shows: Nearly half, (49%) of men admit to not using sunscreen in the past 12 months 70% of… Read more »
You can now find fruit stem cells in a range of anti-aging skin care products including new Neostrata Anti-Aging Gel. Celebrity fans include Jennifer Lopez, Helen Mirren and Michelle Obama – are fruit stem cells a ‘revolution’ in anti-aging treatments? Marketed skin care formulations contain PhytoCellTec™ Malus Domestica. A liposomal preparation, it is derived from… Read more »
Strawberries and cream are a popular and delicious summertime treat. Beyond the taste of this well paired combo, new research has shown that strawberry extract provides protection against ultraviolet (UV) rays and reduces skin damage from over exposure to the sun. In a recent study, strawberry extract was shown to protect skin damage caused by… Read more »
Carnosine, not to be confused with carnitine, is a dipeptide (protein compound) that has a number of antioxidant properties and may be increasingly found in a range of skin care preparations. Naturally found in high concentrations in muscles and brain tissue, carnosine is backed by research to support its ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species… Read more »
New research has a review team concluding that one or two glasses of wine a day works as well as drugs at maintaining bone strength. A team from The International Scientific Forum on Alcohol Research found that moderate intake of alcohol after menopause helped maintain bone strength. Their findings were based on the analysis of… Read more »
We’ve all heard that shaving hair will result in it growing back coarser, thicker, darker and faster. Truth or urban myth? As much as many people insist that shaving hair will result in coarser hair, there’s no evidence to support this. Hair that grows back after shaving often feels prickly. That’s because short hair feels… Read more »
La Roche Posay introduces Hydraphase Intense Rich and Hydraphase Intense Light, two new moisturizers that deliver long-lasting, intense rehydration. The new reinforced formulas replace Hydraphase Riche and Hydraphase Light. Containing glycerin, shea butter and hyaluronic acid fragments, application results in a double action: Intense rehydration by infusing the skin with water and Reinforcing the cellular… Read more »
You’ve found a dark spot and you’re not sure how seriously to take it. Is it skin cancer? Or is it an age spot, freckle or mole? Follow our tips to help you identify a dark spot and know how to proceed. Hyperpigmentation, including age spots, freckles, liver spots, and melasma, refers to an area… Read more »
If you’re planning to indulge in outdoor entertaining this summer, you’ll want to know about phytophotodermatitis, also known as the Margarita Sunburn. As innocuous as this popular citrus fruit drink sounds, its consumption can result in surprisingly serious chemical burns and rashes. Limes, lemons and other foods such as figs, celery and grapefruit, contain a… Read more »