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DIY Hydrating Spa Scalp and Hair Treatment
A DIY spa scalp and hair treatment done at home can be just as effective as one done at a spa. Are you craving a little spa pick me up but you don't have the time or funds to schedule an appointment at...
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The Benefits of Mineral Makeup
The benefits of mineral makeup become apparent when you know what the makeup is made from and how it differs from non-mineral makeup. The best mineral makeup will: provide complete, long-lasting...
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Natural Skin Care: Best Products for Busy Moms
Multitasking natural skin care products are big time savers for busy moms. The problem with most multipurpose skin care products is that they compromise results. For example, I've never found a...
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Delicious Dessert & DIY Mask for Valentine’s Day
Enjoy chocolate as a dessert and a DIY face mask as you treat yourself to a two-fer this year for Valentine's Day! Chocolate is the ultimate multitasking treat. You already knew chocolate as the...
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World Health Day: Skin Care from around the World
Today is World Health Day. Did you know that some of our best skin care routines in modern times come from ancient traditions, observations, and lessons learned from cultures across the globe? It's...
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Why Coconut Oil Is Fantastic for Your Face and Hair
Why is coconut oil fantastic for your face and hair - in fact all of your skin? Coconut oil has been used by people who live in places where coconuts grow and for good reason. I’m a big fan of coconut...
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How Bad Bathing Habits Can Harm Your Skin
Bad bathing habits can harm your skin. I see many patients in my dermatology practice whose skin problems started because of the wrong bathing practices. The way you bathe is really important to your...
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DIY Natural Face Mask to Get Your Skin Ready for Summer
Summertime brings with it all kinds of delicious fruits and veggies that are grown locally; a chance to refresh your eating habits after a long winter of eating heavy carbs. Not only are the fresh...
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Pregnancy Stretch Marks and Treatment Explained
Stretch marks are called stria distensae. When they happen during pregnancy they are called stria gravidarum. Over half of all pregnant women will develop stretch marks on either their abdomen, hips,...
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Jessica Alba and Hypoallergenic and Non-Toxic Personal Care Products
Jessica Alba, the beautiful, young entrepreneurial actress and mother also admits to being a highly allergic person. She has had multiple serious allergic reactions. I have followed her stories because...
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Does Your Aloe Vera Gel Really Contain Aloe?
Bloomberg News did some interesting investigative journalism recently. They hired a lab to test for aloe in the most popular, mass produced aloe vera gel products -- including those sold by Wal-Mart,...
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Can You Get a Chemical Burn From Essential Oils?
Yes, unfortunately you can. Safe skin care is not really all that simple. As a dermatologist, I’ve seen many patients have mishaps with natural products that seem so wonderful. This is why I am picky;...
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Why is it Bad to Sleep In Your Makeup?
Why is it bad to sleep in your makeup?? It's a question every makeup wearing person ponders on those nights when you're really exhausted and tempted to just roll into bed. But the answer becomes really...
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Hypoallergenic Lip Balm - New, Natural, Organic Dermatologist's Lip Care
Hypoallergenic lip balm and natural lip balm free of chemicals is important because you are eating it all day long. Did you know that many lip balms and lip care products are full of chemicals and...
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Is the "Allergen of the Year" in Your Natural Skin Care Product?
The American Contact Dermatitis Society just announced the new, rising-star allergen. They do this annually for allergens that are causing more and more allergic reactions. For 2017, the winner...
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Organic Skin Care - Beta Carotene, Greens and a Healthier Complexion
Tips for glowing, healthy skin from the dermatologist Can organic skin care help you look better? Is your complexion sallow? Are you struggling with skin problems driven by inflammation like dandruff,...
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Why Pure Mineral Powder is the Best Makeup
True, pure mineral makeup is hypoallergenic and the best choice for sensitive skin. Mineral powders are essentially inert, meaning they are very unlikely to be allergens. Most allergic reactions to...
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Witch Hazel is a Top Skin Care Trend for 2019
Are you using this anti-inflammatory for a healthier complexion? Searches for witch hazel are up on Pinterest by over 300% right now. I used it as a teen, and I’ve created a beautiful toner with it...
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What is Minimalist Beauty?
How do you know if you are a minimalist when it comes to your personal beauty routine? I see that the term “minimalist” is bantered about in beauty and wellness advertising and marketing material. And...
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Dermatologist's Earth Day Celebration Every Day!
My dermatologist's Earth Day Celebration is serious stuff for me here in my little town in Northern California. I celebrate Earth Day every day with my choices. I'm a big organic vegetable gardener and...
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