Quit the Cigs They’ve garnered the nickname “cancer sticks” for their part in lung and throat cancers, but smoking cigarettes has an effect on cervical cancer as well. “Once you’re infected with HPV [human papillomavirus], smoking more than doubles your risk of not beating the disease on your own,” says Mark Einstein, M.D., director of… Continue reading
All for the acne
Acne is an upsetting condition at any stage of life, but it can be especially frustrating in adulthood. Learn what you can do prevent and treat breakouts, and when you should seek medical help. Acne is no fun for adolescents, most of whom develop at least an occasional pimple. But acne can be devastating for… Continue reading
Hangovers vs. Health
The curse of Rosacea
Persistent facial redness — also known as rosacea — is an annoying and potentially disfiguring skin condition that can lower self-confidence and self-esteem. Learn more about rosacea, what you can do at home to reduce and conceal flare-ups, and medical strategies to get the red out. Facial redness can result from many things: over-exfoliating or… Continue reading
Find out what is your skin type and care for your skin
Figuring out the best skin-care routine for you means considering your skin type as well as your particular skin tone. The biggest factor in determining the type of complexion you’ve got is the amount of oil your skin produces. If you’re lucky, you have “normal” skin, which means you won’t typically encounter significant skin-related problems.… Continue reading
Do you love your hair? Then keep it healthy
What you eat can work magic — or wreak havoc — on your hair. To learn which foods will help keep your locks shiny, full, and healthy, read on. The food you eat can’t turn straight hair curly, or dark hair blond. Your stylist has to help you with that. But the right diet can… Continue reading
Which vitamins and supplements you can use for beautiful hair
What you eat can work magic — or wreak havoc — on your hair. To learn which foods will help keep your locks shiny, full, and healthy, read on. Your body thrives on the right blend of nutrients, and your hair does, too. To get the best vitamins and minerals for healthy hair, choose foods… Continue reading
How to fight against the dandruff
The itching and flakes associated with dandruff are a nuisance that can make you feel self-conscious. You can’t prevent dandruff, but the proper use of over-the-counter shampoos usually relieves the symptoms. The itchy scalp and white flakes of dandruff that you may have noticed on your sweaters and blouses are usually not a medical problem,… Continue reading