Sunday, April 17, 2011 by Lavonne
Nearly 85% of people will experience some form of acne during their lifetimes. In general, we consider an acne patient to be a teen, however, the age range includes newborns all the way up to the elderly. Not only does it range in age, but also in the kinds of lesions present, and the severity of these lesions...
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Friday, March 11, 2011 by Lavonne
Are you one of those women who are experiencing the onset of fine lines and the agony of adult acne? This has become such a common complaint these days for the average aging woman. You thought you were long past the teenage years, and all of the angst of breakouts and blemishes. And maybe you never had it as a teen, but now for some reason, acne has decided to make itself at home inside your skin...
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Thursday, December 23, 2010 by Lavonne
Keep exfoliation to a minimum, 1-2 times per week
Minimize the use of washcloths and loofahs
Use a moisturizing soap or cleanser/body wash to cleanse the face & body
Make time for masks 2-3 times per week; perfect to infuse nutrients into the skin
Wash with lukewarm water
Use a moisturizer with antioxidants for the face & body after bathing and when you feel dry
Use UVA protection on a daily basis for the face, neck & hands
Keep room temperature around 66 degrees @ night while sleeping to keep moisture in the air
Carry a lip balm in your pocket for soothing dry chapped lips...
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010 by Lavonne
So -
Just how sun savvy are you...?
Take this True or False quiz to test your knowledge! :-D
1. Eighty percent of sun damage has occurred by age 18?
2. UVA rays are only present at certain times throughout the year?
3. Sunscreen is the number one anti-aging product that's a must have?
4...
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Sunday, April 4, 2010 by Lavonne
Wasn't this weekend glorious! The warmth of the sun felt so good. Its been a long long winter, and I think we're all ready for some sun! Getting adequate amounts of vitamin D these last couple of days makes us feel alive again! I'm looking so forward to the next several months - this is my favorite time of year...
Tags: Skin, Sunscreen, UV
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