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The Best Hand Lotion for Dry Hands

The cure for chapped, dry hands can seem out of reach, especially during cold, windy seasons or in arid climates. It’s easy to assume that the holy grail of hand lotions is somewhere among the many bottles, jars and tubes that populate the drugstore aisles. However, more important than the packaging, price and brand name are the ingredients your product contains — and how frequently you use it.

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How to Remove Stretch Marks After Pregnancy

During and after pregnancy, many women have the telltale purplish and red streaks that appear on their abdomen, thighs, breasts, arms or buttocks. Known as stretch marks, these streaks form when the middle layer of the skin stretches and the collagen breaks down. Women who are most likely to get stretch marks are those who are genetically predisposed, experience rapid weight gain or have less elastic skin. Fortunately, there are a few strategies women can employ to prevent and remove stretch marks after pregnancy.