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Contacts That Change Your Eye Color

It used to be that colored contact lenses were just for movie props. However, since contact lens manufacturers started making colored contact lenses, people wearing nonprescription and prescription contact lenses also use them daily. Colored contact lenses can make the windows to your soul look different. Choose the type of colored lenses that will work whether you want to make a fashion statement, wear them as part of a costume or wear them for medical purposes.

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Does Sunscreen Work in Tanning Beds?

Sunscreen use is necessary to protect your skin from sunburn, signs of photoaging and various types of skin cancer, says the American Academy of Dermatology. A broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sunscreen protection factor of 30 or more is advised anytime you go outdoors. However, knowing if your sunscreen gives you equal protection in a tanning bed means first understanding what–if anything–makes tanning beds any different from direct exposure to the sun.

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Cures for Psoriasis of the Hands

Psoriasis is a chronic condition that causes your skin to have thick, red, scaly patches. Psoriasis is itchy and comes from the Greek word for “itch.” More severe cases show up as loose, silvery, scaly skin along with the red patches. Hands are one of the most common places for psoriasis. Psoriasis is not contagious, but it can be embarrassing, and while there is no cure for psoriasis, you can treat the condition in several ways.

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Hair Tips for Damaged Hair

Brushing, combing, blow-drying and using styling products all contribute to hair damage. You know if your hair is damaged because it breaks easily, feels dry and frail, or has split ends. You can try to repair damaged hair by cutting back on washing it, conditioning it more and skipping the hair dryer or curling iron every so often. Sometimes, though, your best bet may be to cut it off.