During a hot stone massage, a therapist applies heated stones to specific energetic zones on your body. Basalt lava stones are typically used as they contain numerous minerals, including calcium, magnesium and iron, which are said to offer healing benefits.
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Dark patches on the skin, or hyperpigmentation, are quite common, and can appear for a number of reasons. Inflammation caused by skin irritation, rashes, or acne blemishes can cause skin discoloration, as can pregnancy or birth control pills.
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Alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs, are natural acids derived from fruits such as oranges and lemons. In facial skincare products, the acids are often listed as sugar cane extract, glycolic acid, malic acid, triple fruit acid or lactic acid.
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You may wish you could eat certain foods and put breast augmentation surgeons out of business, but this just isn't a realistic possibility. Your breast size is largely a matter of genetics.
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It's a temptation all of us have faced, whether we're financially struggling college students or time-strapped, stay-at-home moms: shoving as many clothes into the washer as we think it can stand in hopes we'll save time and money in the process.
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It's never pleasant swimsuit shopping when you feel self-conscious about a certain body part. If your butt is larger than you'd like for the summer, take heart -- there are a certain swimsuit cuts, colors and patterns that can shrink your backside while expanding your confidence.
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For people searching for the best ingredients skin-care manufacturers have to offer, peptides are at the top of the list. The skin contains natural peptides, which contribute to the structural strength of the skin and keep it plump and firm. But peptides used in skin care are lab-created.
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GNC meal replacement shakes come in a variety of flavors, and act as a low-calorie meal substitute for those trying to lose weight.
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The antibiotic ciprofloxacin treats or prevents different types of bacterial infections, including anthrax. It belongs to a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones.
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Peptides are naturally occurring amino acids, which are building blocks of the protein collagen. Therefore, they are a common ingredient in anti-aging products for the skin.
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As a 25-year-old woman, your concerns with weight may be more about aesthetics than your health. But you might be surprised to learn that a healthy weight is not one that requires a starvation diet. A couple of methods are available that you can use to determine your healthy weight, based on your height.
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One of the most common complications of ear piercing is infection. According to a college sample of students conducted at Pace University, 17 percent of individuals with piercings experienced medical complications, including bacterial infections, bleeding and trauma to the tissue.
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Low-carb diets are increasingly known as a quick method for weight-loss. These diets feature foods that are high in protein, with varying amounts of fats and reduced carbs. Although carbohydrate consumption varies among plans, most low-carb diets restrict carbs in the form of grains, breads and flours.
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The freestyle and the breaststroke are two of the four strokes used by competitive swimmers in the individual medley race. The others are the backstroke and the butterfly.
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When applied topically, the lactic acid in milk will gradually reduce skin's pigmentation, resulting in a lighter complexion. Overall results vary, but the book “1,001 Home Remedies and Natural Cures: From Your Kitchen and Garden" mentions that maximum results are achieved after three weeks of daily treatment.
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Thanks to its role in energy metabolism, vitamin B12 is often touted as a weight-loss and energy-boosting aid. B12 is an essential water-soluble vitamin found in a variety of foods, including fish, shellfish, red meat, poultry, eggs, many breakfast cereals and dairy products.
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Struggling with weight for years or wanting to lose weight rapidly may have caused you to consider using a laxative, such as Dulcolax, to aid your weight loss efforts.
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Mildly chapped lips are uncomfortable enough, but when your lips become so dry and damaged that they crack, the situation can become painful.
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Razor bumps are caused by irritation and ingrown hairs that develop as a result of shaving. An ingrown hair occurs when it is shaved short and turns back into the skin. Any area of the body that is shaved is susceptible to razor bumps, including the buttocks.
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A myriad of facial treatments have emerged in the 21st century claiming to treat everything from acne to sagging skin. Some are beneficial; others are simply a waste of time and money.
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