Beauty Basics: Dark Circles, Collagen & Eyebrow Tips

Dark circles under the eyes can be addressed through targeted supplements, diet, and lifestyle changes. Learn how to boost collagen, manage eye puffiness, and maintain healthy beauty habits for every occasion.

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Eye Mask Benefits

Eye masks, whether made of gel-filled plastic, herb-filled silk or utilitarian cotton, serve a variety of functions. An eye mask covers the area around the eyes, extending in most cases to the temples and down onto the cheeks.

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Gel Deodorants Vs. Stick Deodorants

There are thousands of products on the market intended to keep you smelling as fresh and clean as possible. Arguably, one of the most important of these products is deodorant, which keeps your armpits dry and fresh all day.

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How to Remove Clogged Pores Under Eyes

Clogged pores under the eyes are usually the result of excess sebum, which can lead to blackheads and whiteheads, also known as milia. The only way to avoid these skin conditions is to ensure that your pores remain free of oil and debris.

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What Are the Causes of Dark Circles Around Eyes in Women?

Medically speaking, the Mayo Clinic defines dark eye circles as "round, uniform areas of pigmentation beneath each eye." Under-eye circles can make you appear haggard and exhausted, although late nights and lack of sleep are rarely the main cause. Getting rid of dark eye circles means first pinpointing the exact cause.

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Nutritional Causes of Sunken Eyelids & Dark Circles

Allergies, lack of sleep or fatigue can cause dark undereye circles. However, your dark circles and sunken eyelids also might be the result of your nutrition -- or lack thereof -- so topical treatments for tired-looking eyes might not be the answer.

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Are Dark Circles Under My Toddler's Eyes Normal?

Dark circles under the eyes of an infant or toddler are a fairly common symptom of a number of benign conditions, most often allergies or hay fever. Though they can have a somewhat alarming appearance, especially at first, these dark circles -- commonly called "allergic shiners"

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Blistex Lip Balm Ingredients

Blistex produces a range of products that contain ingredients that vary from moisture-rich emollients such as castor oil and lanolin to lip-soothing medications such as camphor.

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What Is a Detox Bath?

Detox Baths are a popular trend in a long line of detoxification therapies sold and discussed usually within the alternative medicine and spa industries.

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What Are the Causes of Sudden Under Eye Puffiness?

Suddenly developing puffiness under your eyes usually isn’t a cause for alarm. According to MayoClinic.com, puffy eyes are typically a temporary condition that can be easily alleviated by various home remedies.

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How to Wrap a Scarf Over the Nose & Mouth

In cold weather, a winter scarf can warm more than just your neck. Wrapped around the nose and mouth, a scarf provides cover to help prevent chapped lips, runny noses and numb cheeks. When you're in the snow, wrapping a scarf over the nose and mouth helps prevent frostbite and sunburn.

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What Are the Causes of Rapid Eye Movement?

Eyes normally move only in response to stimuli or direct commands from the brain. If severe, rapid involuntary eye movements may interfere with vision. Rapid eye movement, or REM, can occur as a natural process or as a symptom of disease. It may indicate a serious brain disorder or occur naturally in sleep.

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How to Remove Milia Under Eyes

Milia are small white bumps, also called cysts, that can appear in various areas of the face, including under the eyes. MedlinePlus explains that such bumps occur when dead skin becomes trapped in small pockets at the surface of the skin. Infants are especially susceptible to milia in the months following birth.

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How to Stretch a Rayon Sweater

Rayon is a man-made “regenerated cellulose” fiber. Even if you’re not sure what “regenerated cellulose” means, there is one thing you need to know about this manufactured fiber: It can shrink when exposed to heat.

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What Are the Benefits of Castile Soap?

Castile soap is a natural liquid or hard soap made from vegetable oils. The first Castile soaps were made with the local olive oil and contained no tallow, or rendered animal fats, like most contemporary soaps. Today, Castile soap appears in many stores, often scented with essential oils, as a multipurpose cleanser.

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Effectiveness of Black Soap on Acne

Black soap looks, feels and smells different from the soaps we're used to in the United States. These soaps tend to be softer in texture and have an earthy smell. Their dark color results from being made with ashes from plants, explains Africa Imports.

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Fish & Puffy Eyes

Puffy eyes after eating fish is a concerning symptom that will need to be evaluated by your doctor immediately. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation states that fish are the most common causes of a food allergy that can lead to anaphylactic reactions.

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Home Remedy for Removing Calcium Deposits From Under the Eye

Calcium deposits on the eye may result from a variety of different conditions. Depending on their location, they may affect the function of the eye. If they are located under the eye and are asymptomatic, home remedies are available to remove them.

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