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Am I Renewed and Radiant Enough?

Has anyone seen the commercials for Dove ClearTone” deodorant and Tampax Radiant tampons? I caught these commercials on television the other night – I dont know if theyve been around awhile or if its just the first time Im seeing them, but the message I got from these two ads was a) my armpits need renewing and b) my tampon is not radiant enough. And isnt that just the way with advertising? To trick us into thinking that what were using isnt good enough/radiant enough/renewing enough and that next new thing will make our lives so much better!

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Deep Acne Scars

Most people will experience an acne breakout at one time or another. The most common skin condition in the United States, it afflicts up to 85 percent of all teenagers, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Acne is not limited to teens: People of all ages can have a breakout. While acne is not a debilitating or life-threatening condition, it can have serious emotional repercussions, particularly when it results in deep, unsightly scars.

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Benefits of Antioxidants in Skin Care

Antioxidants are all the rage and a bit of a buzzword. Antioxidants are vitamins and minerals that come from natural sources. They fight free radicals, which are the compounds in food and air that attack human cells and accelerate aging. To stay healthy and looking your best, eat foods that contain antioxidants and apply antioxidants to your skin. Who doesn’t want that?

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What Causes Age Spots?

Members of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) say that age spots are almost always caused by exposure to the sun. The sun stimulates melanin production, and if we make a habit of being out in the sun too long unprotected, brown spots can appear on the skin when we get older. Skin receives more sun damage over time, increasing the likelihood of developing dark pigmentations later in life. While sunspots are common in individuals with fair skin, people with darker complexions can also develop age spots. There are steps that women can take to prevent age spots, but first we have to have a better understanding of the causes.