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Oily Hair Remedies
There are an average of about 100,000 hairs on a person’s head, according to Teens Health. For each hair shaft, there are three layers. The outermost layer is called the cuticle, and it is a protective layer for the other two layers. When hair has a shiny appearance, it appears healthy. Sebum is the natural oil on the hair and covers straight hair better, making it easier to appear shiny. However, an abundance of sebum can give hair an oily appearance.
The Best Backpacks for Back-to-School: A Guide for All Ages
Here’s a guide to help you find the best backpacks for back-to-school for every age group, including some shoulder-saving wheeled options.
Tips on Hair Care After Swimming
While swimming can do wonders for the body, it isn’t always so great for your hair. If you fail to take haircare precautions, a summer of swimming can leave your hair a chlorine-damaged mess. Hair damage, however, is not a foregone conclusion — a little TLC can remedy chlorine’s negative impact.
Healthy Baby Weight Gain
One of the ways parents tend to measure the health of their babies is by weight gain. It’s hard not to compare your baby to other infants, but the best way to determine if your baby has healthy weight gain is to measure her against herself. Consistent growth along a curve (with a growth spurt here and there) means that your baby is gaining weight in a healthy manner, according to KidsHealth.
Best Skin-Care Products for Oily Skin
You may have thought your oily skin woes would clear up as you aged. Unfortunately for some women, oily skin can be a lifelong condition, starting in puberty and continuing on through menopause. Everyone produces sebum in their glands. Sebum can protect your skin by keeping it moisturized. Some people are born with genes that make them produce excess sebum, resulting in oily skin. Changes in your hormone levels, such as during your period or when you are pregnant, can also lead to oily skin.