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What Are the Causes of Teenage Acne?

Acne is so prevalent in teenagers, it’s almost an expected rite of passage as your child transitions into adulthood. According to the KidsHealth website, around 8 of 10 tweens and teens get acne. Old wives’ tales and enduring myths claim that acne is caused by chocolate, poor hygiene and stress. However, acne starts with the brand-new hormones that flood your teen’s growing body.

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How to Repair Acne Damaged Skin

As if suffering through pimples wasn’t bad enough, those pimples leave behind noticeable scars, in some cases. Acne scars come in several forms: The most common are crateriform scars, which leave an indentation in the skin after the tissue is destroyed by acne. Keloids and hypertrophic scars are raised above the skin and can grow if not treated effectively. You should talk to your dermatologist before embarking on treatment for acne scars, as she will be able to determine the best treatment, depending on severity of the damage and scarring.

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Makeup to Wear With Rosacea

Rosacea can leave your skin red and irritated. In mild cases, you may simply look pink-cheeked or flushed, but more severe rosacea may cause acne like bumps, flaking and visible blood vessels. Makeup, properly chosen and applied, can help you to hide the symptoms of rosacea and may improve your self-confidence.

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Painting Ideas for Children

Painting is one of those childhood activities that allows children to be creative and messy without worry. Beyond just colors and shapes, painting encourages children to use the right sides of their brains. The left side of the brain controls logic, linear thought and analysis and the right side of the brain is where spatial relations, creativity and a focus on the bigger picture take place. Encouraging children to paint not only increases their creative abilities, it also sets them up for a future where, according to some thinkers and writers, including Daniel Pink, the right side of the brain is becoming increasingly important in the workplace and in the world.