Skin care tips when in cancer treatment
The effects that cancer treatment can have on a person's skin have long been overlooked. But patients who have suffered through skin rashes and burns will be glad to know that a growing trend in treating cancer focuses on curing both the disease and helping patients maintain their self-esteem and quality of life.
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Skin care tips when in cancer treatment
The effects that cancer treatment can have on a person's skin have long been overlooked. But patients who have suffered through skin rashes and burns will be glad to know that a growing trend in treating cancer focuses on curing both the disease and helping patients maintain their self-esteem and quality of life.
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Brides look for 'something blue' -- and more -- in jewelry
As weddings become more and more personalized to the bride's own tastes, blue and other colors have been making their way into the bridal picture, both in decor and in jewelry.
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HairDo and HairDon't for styling safety
You're looking forward to the big event: New Year's Eve. You're excited about ringing in the New Year right with a fresh look, including a gorgeous new hair style.
But before you break out the hair dryer, straightener and curling iron, remember that any electrical appliance should be used with caution to prevent accidents -- and to ensure you'll be able to have a fun and fabulous New Year's Eve.
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Professional tips for a beautiful wedding day smile
Come their wedding day, all eyes are on the happy couple as they tie the knot. This will be one of the most photographed moments in all your life, and it is customary that brides- and grooms-to-be want to look their best for their trip down the aisle, and a bright white and healthy smile goes a long way toward helping couples look their best.
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Treating toenail fungus naturally Homeopathic treatment less risky than medication
When it comes to grooming, few conditions draw the ire of men and women as much as toenail fungus. Eradicating toenail fungus can be very difficult, and even the most effective toenail fungus treatments can leave men and women susceptible to reinfection.
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Vintage Is Trend In Bridal Jewelry
"Vintage remains a strong trend in bridal jewelry," according to Jill Maier, VP of design at CAROLEE. Harking back to the adage that "everything old is new again," brides are favoring art deco, estate-inspired silhouettes when it comes to jewels.
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Look hot without getting burned
Hair dryers and styling irons are the key to creating holiday-worthy hairstyles at home, but don't forget that they are electrical appliances that should be used with caution to prevent accidents.
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Teen Acne Affects Moms, Too
If you're a parent with an adolescent over 12 years of age, that is a teenager, who is facing acne, you know how challenging it can be to watch as your teenager deals with red, pus-filled pimples and blemishes that never seem to go away. While you do your best to answer questions and help your teen understand it may only be a temporary phase, you want to help manage the acne.
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Put Your Best Smile Forward
Millions of people rely on dentures to improve their smiles and oral health. Thanks to years of advancement in the design and fitting of dentures it can be nearly impossible to detect dentures from real teeth. However, loose dentures can make people self-conscious or uncomfortable, with fear that they will fall out when they least expect it and put them in an uncomfortable situation.
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Wear white on your wedding day -- with a bright smile
Dress chosen; check. Flowers ordered; check. Photographer booked; check. Bright smiles for the big day; hmmm, not so much....
A soon-to-be bride and groom have a long list of things to complete prior to their wedding day.
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Good health starts with the skin
Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It protects you from harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause infections. It also helps your body sense the outside world and regulate your body temperature.
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Wear white on your wedding day -- with a bright smile
In addition to relying on at-home and in-office tooth whitening solutions, there are other ways that the soon-to-be bride and groom and their bridal party can achieve a whiter smile in time for their wedding day.
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Expert tips for keeping kids' smiles healthy, even through the spring candy rush
In terms of candy consumption volume, the Easter holiday is second only to Halloween. While baskets full of chocolates and candies can seem like a child's dream come true, parents may cringe at the prospect of their little ones' mouths filled with so much sugar.
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Hassle-Free Beauty Tips from BeautyBlitz.com Founder Polly Blitzer
It's a common misconception among women that in order to look your best, you need to devote ample time in front of the mirror each morning. However, looking your best from head-to-toe is much simpler than it sounds. Polly Blitzer, founder and editor in chief of BeautyBlitz.com, has teamed up with Crest 3D White to offer a few beauty shortcuts to help you create a virtually flawless look!
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What's behind dental cavities?
Cavities are a problem for adults and children alike. Some people seem more susceptible to cavities than others, and the pH of the mouth and other factors may play a role in the formation of cavities.
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11 tips for winter beauty therapy
Winter brings with it many things, including snowy days, chilly nights and the propensity for irritating beauty issues. Cold dry air outside and warm dry air inside can result in moisture loss from both the hair and skin. Not only can this be uncomfortable, but it can be unsightly as well.
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Hassle-Free Beauty Tips from BeautyBlitz.com Founder Polly Blitzer
It's a common misconception among women that in order to look your best, you need to devote ample time in front of the mirror each morning. However, looking your best from head-to-toe is much simpler than it sounds. Polly Blitzer, founder and editor in chief of BeautyBlitz.com, has teamed up with Crest 3D White to offer a few beauty shortcuts to help you create a virtually flawless look!
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Pimples at Your Age? Don’t Be Surprised
You’ve moisturized religiously and stayed out of the sun for years to keep your skin youthful, but pimples are probably not what you had in mind to achieve that look. Yet some women find acne reappearing or appearing for the first time during adulthood. How can this be happening?
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Keep your smile going strong
A healthy smile goes a long way. The benefits of a beautiful smile stretch beyond the physical and into the emotional, as men and women with a healthy smile are naturally inclined to feel more confident about themselves regardless of their age.
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Power mom Sherri Shepherd shares her oral hygiene 'Powerful Moment of Truth'
Oral health experts are urging people everywhere to embrace the power of good dental hygiene -- by making the switch from a manual to a power toothbrush. To help spread the word, Oral-B(R) teamed up with power mom, wife, actress and talk show host Sherri Shepherd to inspire people to take control of their oral health.
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Protect Skin From the Worst Weather Has To Offer
Regardless of what season it is, skin seems to bear the brunt of weather's wrath. Whether it's the sun beating down in the dog days of summer or the wind whipping around and causing skin to crack when the weather starts to turn cold, skin is never fully safe from the elements.
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New Technology Developed To Help Keep Skin Moisturized
Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It protects you from bacteria and viruses that can cause infections. It also helps your body sense the outside world, such as whether it is hot or cold, wet or dry. And yes, your skin regulates your body temperature.
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How breast implants impact breast cancer
Breast implants appear as a solid white mass on radiographic film, obscuring some breast tissue during mammography and other preventative breast cancer screenings. Whether implants impair the ability to detect breast cancer is a commonly asked question. The answer is perhaps not as much as many think.
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Fashion tips after a mastectomy
Making the choice to have a mastectomy is rarely easy. But many find it is the best way to remove the risk for breast cancer and go on with their lives. Getting used to dressing your body after a mastectomy takes a little patience.
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Are You at Risk for Gum Disease and Its Many Health Threats? Most patients are unaware of both the consequences and the treatment options
Eighty percent of U.S. adults suffer from some degree of gum disease, yet only 60 percent are aware of it1. And only 3 percent choose to treat it2.
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Understanding How Fighting Gingivitis Can Help You Ace Your Next Dental Check-Up
Those who faithfully brush their teeth each morning and night might feel as though they're doing enough to achieve a healthy smile. However, even people with good oral care habits may hear from their dentist or hygienist that they have signs of gingivitis, an early form of gum disease.
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Secrets to whiter wedding-day smiles
Although tradition states that no one else should wear white to a wedding but the bride, the rule strictly applies to a person's wardrobe, not his or her teeth. With this in mind, the search is often on to get a whiter smile in time for the trip down the aisle.
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Sun safety guidelines get an update
For years doctors and safety experts have preached the importance of being smart about sun exposure. Considering skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Canada and the U.S., according to statistics published by the leading cancer organizations in both countries, many people have long heeded the warnings.
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Convenient Traveling Is In The Bag: Restroom Tips for Women Travelers
Women now make 70 percent of all travel decisions and comprise more than half of all business travelers2. With this leadership role, the inconveniences women deal with while traveling are on the rise as well.
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The Desire To Be Attractive: Feeling Confident by Regaining Bladder Control
Is it safe to say the general public is obsessed with beauty? It could very well be. Individuals will go to great lengths to look good and feel good about themselves. Those who experience health issues, such as urinary incontinence, may wonder how they can keep up appearances while managing their condition.
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Say 'I Do' to Beautiful Color
"Gems are the flowers of the mineral kingdom and the fancy colored diamond is the orchid." -- Rene Just Hauey, crystallographer
Engagements, weddings, anniversaries -- these are the moments in our lives that make up so many of our strongest memories.
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140 Years Of ... Good Old Fashioned First Aid
What ever happened to those "old fashioned" medicines that grandma relied upon? Products containing steroids, antibiotics, perfumes, preservatives, and artificial colors seem to be popular today. However, there are some products available at pharmacies and online that have been used by generations of people to successfully treat irritations of the skin. These products are safe, effective and many of them cost less than the newer items du jour.
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Foods That Improve Your Looks
If we are what we eat, then it may be a good idea to take inventory of the foods the average person consumes on a daily basis. Although some foods are sought after for their taste, there are many foods that can be enjoyed because they have a positive effect on a person's appearance.
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How to Be Confident About Your Next Trip to the Dentist
Few people enjoy a trip to the dentist's office. For many, the fear of the dentist's office stems from what they might find out while in the chair. All of a sudden they start thinking about all of the candy, soda, and sweets that they have consumed since their last dental checkup! But, there are easy ways to help ensure that your next trip to the dentist is a convenient and comfortable experience.
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Wash Away These Common Skincare Myths
The skin is your body's largest organ, so it's no wonder there is such an abundance of products and advice available to help keep it in top form. While many products and practices are touted as being "the best" for your skin, the truth is, when it comes to skincare there are often more myths than facts.
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Encouraging Good Hygiene Habits for Tweens
With school, sports, friends and hobbies, today's tweens lead busy and active lives, and sometimes they don't take the time -- or know -- to practice good hygiene. While discussing proper hygiene with your tween can be difficult, it is possible to address the topic without making him or her feel uncomfortable or self-conscious.
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Daily Skin Care Tips to Keep Skin Looking Healthy
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. In 2006, the most recent year for which statistics are available, 53,919 people were diagnosed with melanomas of the skin in the United States alone.
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Wrinkle Reduction Made Easy
Apart from graying hair, wrinkles are one of the key signs of aging in a person. As a result, individuals will often search near and far and spare no expense at keeping wrinkles at bay.
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Improving the Lives of a Universal Clientele Skin Care Line Caters to Cancer Patients' Unique Needs
Hair loss and digestive ailments are well known side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, while intense skin rashes and burns are much more common, but lesser known side effects. Those experiencing these debilitating ailments have remained undercover in oncologist offices, cancer centers, support groups, and at home.
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Bailouts Abound for Beauties, Too
The beauty industry is a multi-billion dollar business, with American women spending thousands of dollars each year on new products and treatments. Given the current state of the economy, even self-proclaimed "beauty addicts" are rethinking what they spend on lotions and potions. The good news? There is no need to let the recession cause a beauty depression thanks to new products, old favorites and some smart solutions for under $30.
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Study Shows Importance of Specialty Skincare to Improve Quality of Life for Cancer Patients
Those battling cancer can use all the help they can get to improve their quality of life during and after treatment. A recent study indicates that being informed of potential skin side effects and taking action to alleviate symptoms can help individuals cope and dramatically improve their daily lives.
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Simple Tips for Beautiful Hair Looking Your Best on a Budget
Everyone is looking for ways to save money during the recession. Many are brown bagging their lunches, car pooling and getting their hair cut and colored less often. Wherever you've chosen to cut back, you still can keep yourself looking fresh and modern.
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Has Your Skin Hit a Rough Spot? Simple Steps to Help it Recover
Even as the last traces of one of the worst winters in history fade, you may find yourself battling its remnants. This unusually harsh winter may have left your skin feeling exceptionally dry, cracked and flaky -- and in urgent need of help, now that spring is here.
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8 Easy Beauty Fixes With Everyday Items
Some of the most effective beauty products don't come from the spa or the drug store. They're found right in the kitchen cabinets or refrigerator. A few simple ingredients are all you need to look your best.
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Banishing Unwanted Hair
Unwanted hair can be a nemesis to women. While in certain cultures body hair is perfectly acceptable, most women desire to remove hair from their bodies in a number of ways.
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7 Tips for Good Hair
Shiny, lustrous and thick hair is desired by so many women. Far too often, however, this isn’t the type of hair you’ve been dealt through DNA. But you can use the wide array of products and hair care tips available to achieve the best head of hair you can put forward.
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