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How to Fade Stretch Marks
If you want to know how to fade stretch marks then chances are you’ve already tried numerous techniques to try and get rid of these unwanted and unsightly marks. Many of us have them and most of us hate them but are we really stuck with them for the rest of our days or is there anything we can do to get rid of them or at the very least make them less noticeable? What Causes Stretch Marks Stretch marks are caused when the skin is stretched rapidly by sudden bouts of growth or weight gain. Most people associate stretch marks with pregnancy but they can happen to anyone at…
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What is Facial-Flex and What Can it Do
So, what is Facial-Flex and what exactly does this little contraption do? I came across this unusual looking item not so long ago and it caught my attention not only because of its unusual appearance (it does look more like something you’d expect to find in a dentist’s office) but also because of what it claimed it could do. There’s certainly no shortage of different skincare gadgets and gizmos out there that are said to have the ability to improve the signs of aging but Facial-Flex states that it’s the only manual facial exerciser that is clinically proven to work. So let’s have a look at how this device works…
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What Does Vitamin E do for Skin
So, what does vitamin E do for skin and what makes it such a popular ingredient in skin care products? Well, vitamin E can help with a number of things but it is most well known in the skin care world for being a powerful antioxidant that can help repair and protect the skin against free radical damage making it an excellent ingredient that can help slow down the signs of aging. Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that can be found in a variety of different forms but the most common one is alpha tocopherol. Vitamin E is an essential vitamin that can help to maintain a healthy immune…
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How to Get Rid of Sagging Jowls
If you’re trying to find out how to get rid of sagging jowls then much like myself, you’re probably starting to notice issues around your jawline area. Wrinkles and fine lines are bad enough but when your skin starts to migrate in a southerly direction, that’s a whole other issue that fills most of us with sheer horror and that’s when it’s time for some serious research into ways to improve the situation. Sagging jowls can completely change your appearance and make you look significantly older than you may actually be. Although there are plenty of procedures that can help improve the matter, most of us are either not willing…
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How to Prevent Razor Burn on the Bikini Area
Well, I’ve had an interesting, insightful and slightly amusing few weeks researching how to prevent razor burn on the bikini area and some of the remedies I’ve come across have ranged from somewhat eyebrow raising to completely falling off my chair in disbelieve. I mean it is an extremely irritating and unsightly problem so it’s no wonder that some people will go to extreme lengths to try and fix the issue. It’s not like it’s an uncommon problem either but is it just me or does everybody else seem to either have it under control or be hiding it very well. I’ve been to the beach enough times to know…
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Benefits of Oil Pulling for Skin
There are a lot of reported benefits to oil pulling but what about the benefits of oil pulling for skin? I’ve read so much about all the different things it may supposedly help with and the oral health and skin benefits are what really peaked my interest. Believe it or not, it’s actually quite a debated subject so I’ll try to share as much as I’ve found so you can decide for yourself what to think about oil pulling. So before your imaginations start running wild and believe me, I know mine did, oil pulling does not resemble some strange workout involving large bottles of oil and a big long…
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What is a Jade Roller
So, what is a jade roller and what can this little gem do for your skin? I’m always looking for new and cool ideas when it comes to skincare and although this item is certainly not a new concept, it’s coolness more than grabbed my attention. It’s also extremely pretty and luxurious looking and being a self-confessed sufferer of shiny object syndrome, I just simply had to have one. I’ve recently become quite obsessed with dry brushing and it was while doing some research for this that I accidentally came across the jade roller and what a pleasant accidental discovery it was. It turns out that jade rolling has been…
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Algenist Retinol Firming Lifting Serum – Review
The Algenist retinol firming and lifting serum is becoming quite a popular choice when it comes to retinol products and with so many people singing its praises, I decided that I had to check it out in more detail. It’s not exactly the cheapest retinol product out there, in fact, it’s quite the opposite and at around $100.00 per 1 oz/30ml bottle, you’d certainly want to know that you were getting something that would actually work and make a substantial difference to your skin. Why Use Retinol Most of us are already familiar with retinol but just in case you not, retinol is one of the most popular anti-aging ingredients…
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What is Alcohol Free Skin Care – What it Really Means
So, what is alcohol-free skin care and what does it actually mean? I wrote a post recently about the different types of alcohols used in skin care products and a few people were shocked to discover that alcohol-free doesn’t always mean completely alcohol-free so I decided I needed to dedicate a whole post to the subject. Much like fragrance-free which may not be completely free of all fragrance, alcohol-free falls into that same category where the term is not completely accurate (at least not from the general public’s point of view) and some might even say slightly misleading. But most companies expect us, the consumers to understand the definition and…
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Natural Dry Body Brushes – Top Picks
Natural dry body brushes are without a doubt, the best option when it comes to dry body brushing. If you’re new to the world of dry brushing then it’s worth mentioning that the benefits of dry body brushing are actually pretty extensive. It can help improve lymphatic drainage, detoxing the body, cellulite reduction, exfoliation, energy levels and overall better skin condition so if you haven’t already tried it then you really should consider giving it a go. The market is flooded with different types of body brushes but natural seems to be the most advisable choice. However, trying to find a good quality brush can be a pretty exhausting task…
