People in my office often ask if working out can cause acne and breakouts. Interestingly, there was a study that specifically examined this. There was a study
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Just like most people, I always love to buy organic when it comes to food, but what about skincare? I often get asked about organic skincare. Organic means the products are made with plant-derived along with some other naturally occurring ingredients.
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When you get on the scale, I bet you didn't know that your skin can actually weight up to 10 pounds
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There is misconception that acne is a skin condition seen only in teenagers. For this reason, acne in adulthood can be especially frustrating. My patients often ask, “I didn’t have acne as a teenager, why did I get this now?” Well the answer is HORMONES!
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Sunscreen! Multiple studies show that sunscreen reduces the risk of skin cancer.
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Summer is here!
I love being outdoors but hate the dark spots I can get from the sun. Here are some summer tips to protect your skin,
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Tinea versicolor is a common condition seen in young adults and teenagers. It is especially common in tropical humid climates (like Miami). It is caused by an overgrowth of fungus on the skin.
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Acne during pregnancy is common, especially during the first trimester. I have talked about acne products and pregnancy before but here is a quick summary.
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In the world of beauty, there are different options when it comes to temporary hair removal. Waxing and threading are two methods that are commonly used. Although both methods serve the same purpose, they are actually quite different. Read on to find out more about these two hair removal treatments.
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If you have uneven skin tone look for products with licorice as a natural skin brightener. Studies show that this natural alternative is an effective treatment for melasma and other causes of hyperpigmentation.
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The Brazilian blowout is a popular way to straighten curly or kinky hair. This process is sometimes called a keratin treatment (although there are differences between the two - will post on this later). These products work by applying a solution to the hair with the aim of sealing the cuticle. The result is straight hair without the frizz.
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Check out fun facts about your hair and how it grows!
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Lavender is one of my favorite ingredients in skin care. Recognized for centuries for its anti-inflammatory properties, lavender has the added benefit that it smells great.
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Your skin is constantly shedding dead cells
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Acne is caused by variety of factors. We all have pores in our skin which are lined by skin cells called keratinocytes. In normal skin, those keratinocytes naturally slough out of the pore easily.
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This brilliant system was developed by Oprah Winfrey's hair stylist, Andre Walker, and is an excellent way to identify the many distinct hair types (from straight to curly/kinky).
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If you look at charcoal dust under a microscope, each particle has lots of tiny little holes.
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Next to bone marrow, hair is the fastest growing tissue in the human body.
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Summer is almost here and, of course, sun protection is even more important as the UV index rises. Here is what you need to know about sun protection.
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The natural glow of skin comes from how the skin's surface reflects light.
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