Tanning Oils: Remember Them?
When I was a teenager, for many of my friends, summers meant a lot of lazing in the sun, getting…
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July 8, 2009
Will Ferrell Sunscreen
You have to admire celebrities who do something for a good cause and Will Ferrell’s new sunscreen benefiting the charity…
July 3, 2009
10 Summer Skin Myths: Busted
According to Dr Barry Powell, UK National Director on Skin Cancer ‘The number of people being diagnosed with a malignant…
June 29, 2009
Summer Skin: 5 Tips To Get Ready
Summer’s here – is your skin ready? Warm weather sets the stage for lighter, more revealing clothing and even though…
June 12, 2009
Is Your Skin Giving Away Your Age?
I sometimes forget that when it comes to my age, I passed a major milestone some time ago and that…
May 29, 2009
Beyond Sunscreen – Why Skin Needs Antioxidants Too
Most of us concerned with keeping our skin looking young and useful already appreciate the importance of using a well…
May 8, 2009
The Sun and Skin Cancer
New Device Can Predict, Even Prevent Sunburn
As reported in the magazine Skin Inc, a new device that can give an early warning of sunburn, and help…
April 17, 2009
Melanoma – Deadly Skin Cancer – On The Rise
An article in today’s online edition of Mercury News reports that melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, has increased…
March 6, 2009
Actinic Keratoses
*images American Academy of Dermatology An actinic keratosis (plural keratoses), also known as solar keratosis, is a common skin lesion.…
January 26, 2009
Plant Based Antioxidants Plus Sunscreen – A Winning Combination
Most of us are already aware of the important role that antioxidants play in skin care. In addition to fighting…
January 14, 2009
MMPs: How They Affect Your Skin
Most people have never heard of matrix metalloproteinases (or, MMPs). Yet, these substances are enzymes that can have a significant,…
December 8, 2008
When To Apply Sunscreen In Your Beauty Routine
Cosmetic manufacturers have increasingly included sun filtering agents within their products. So it's not surprising that people assume that using such…
November 26, 2008
Can Exercise Improve Your Skin?
The importance of exercise can't be underestimated. In addition to helping maintain your physical health, it's been shown to increase…
November 17, 2008
4 Tips To Caring For Dry Skin
Dry skin can feel uncomfortable, often itching and flaking. Millions of people cope with excessive dryness, which can be exacerbated…
September 24, 2008
What Is Mineral Makeup (And Does It Work)?
One of the latest skin care trends to take the cosmetics industry by storm is mineral makeup. The concept is…
September 22, 2008