Improving aesthetic appearance involves a range of treatments from topical retinoids and acids to injectable fillers and advanced laser technology.
There's nothing like a fresh pedicure, but waiting for it to dry can be a pain. You have to be careful not to bump your toes into anything lest you destroy your meticulously-painted nails. You also have to have the patience to wait for your nails to dry.
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When the weather turns warm, it's time to swap heavy coats and sweaters for bathing suits, tank tops and strapless dresses. But if you're not fond of your arms, you may not be eager to show them off.
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Perhaps the greatest benefit of choosing a temporary tattoo is the short amount of time it remains on your skin. Though temporary tattoos are designed to last for brief durations--normally from two to five days--there are situations when a slightly longer-lasting tattoo may be preferable.
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When you want to pamper and protect your skin, you'll need a product that has a moisturizing formula with healing properties. Palmer's Cocoa butter is made from fatty extracts of cocoa beans and is rich in vitamin E, natural antioxidants and other vitamins and minerals.
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If you've been described as having an apple-shaped body, then you probably carry most of your weight in your midsection. You may also have a flat chest and slim hips, which renders you nearly curveless.
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If you have slim hips, chances are you're less curvy than you'd like to be. You may have a rectangle body shape, where your body forms a straight line from your shoulders and chest to your hips, and your waistline isn't defined.
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If the eyes are the window to the soul, the sagging skin and lower eyelid puffiness indicate that yours have been around for a longer period of time than you want the rest of the world to know. There are an abundance of eye creams available that claim to get rid of bags under the eyes.
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The ear piercing process takes only seconds, but newly pierced ears require six to eight weeks of healing time, according to the Palo Alto Medical Foundation. Taking proper care of the pierced ears and keeping them clean will speed healing, reduce pain and prevent infection.
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Skin tone type refers to the color of your skin, as determined by the amount of melanin it contains. Melanin is a pigment that in greater supply produces a darker skin tone type and produces a light or fair skin tone type when not much is present in skin cells.
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Dark circles under your eyes can be caused by genetic factors, lack of sleep, consuming too much alcohol, nasal congestion and medical issues. Dark circles can make you appear tired or older than you are. Treat dark under-eye circles quickly so you can appear more refreshed and wide awake.
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Whether from an injury, acne, pregnancy or something else, at some point during the course of your life you can expect to sustain a scar. Scars are typically white, brown or pinkish in color, and they are distinctive from the tissue that surrounds it. They are also permanent.
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Open pores can refer to large pores on the skin, or even certain types of acne. In an effort to achieve perfect skin, many people try to โget ridโ of their pores. While you can minimize the appearance of many imperfections, pores are a natural part of the skin donโt go completely go away.
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Microdermabrasion involves the process of gently smoothing away the top layer of skin with a diamond-tipped wand. The wand contains microscopic aluminum oxide crystals that target the top skin layer to reveal the fresh under layer.
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When you are shopping for a good deodorant soap you have many options. You can choose between liquid body wash or bar soap and you can choose from numerous scents. The key to a good deodorant soap is that it fights and prevents odor rather than just masking it with fragrance.
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Weak nails that chip, break and peel require strengthening to grow long and healthy. In some cases, weak nails may even show signs of yellowing and discoloration. Exposure to chemicals, outdoor elements and excessive amounts of water can weaken your nails by robbing them of moisture.
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The pursuit of smooth, well-groomed nails is a never-ending goal for many. Unfortunately, manicures are only as good as the nails underneath them; ridges in nails look even more pronounced if any polish is applied.
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Nails are made of many layers dead keratin protein cells, which are similar to hair and skin cells. The hard part of the nail, called the nail plate, protects the sensitive skin underneath, called the nail bed. The material that makes up the nail plate is formed in the matrix, located under the cuticle.
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Botox is the brand name in the United States of a form of bacterial poison called botulinum toxin type A. This substance causes botulism, a poisoning typically found in infected food. As Botox, however, the concentration is both low and purified.
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Depending on the type of facial you have, you may be left with red skin afterward. Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are especially harsh on the skin, notes the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, sometimes leaving it red, chapped and peeling for days following.
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Not all body soaps work for everyone. If you have acne-prone skin, using a soap intended for normal skin will not help you. On the other hand, acne soaps may be too harsh for dry, sensitive skin. Try a variety of dermatologist-recommended soaps available over the counter in drugstores or grocery stores.
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