Improving aesthetic appearance involves a range of treatments from topical retinoids and acids to injectable fillers and advanced laser technology.
If you suffer from purple or yellow circles under your eyes, they could be caused by a variety of factors. While the circles may seem unsightly and cause embarrassment, they usually do not indicate a serious condition, according to MayoClinic.com.
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Brightly colored clothes look vibrant when you bring them home from the store, but they can fade with repeated washing. Although a certain amount of fading over time is inevitable, laundering your colors correctly can minimize color loss.
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If you awaken to eyes that appear to be carrying a little more luggage than the night before, you could be suffering from puffy morning eyes. This common occurrence can be the result of several contributing factors, including what you eat and how you sleep.
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A swollen gland refers to a swollen lymph gland or swollen lymph node. Lymph glands are found throughout the body, including in the neck or throat. They help to keep the body healthy by trapping and destroying bacteria, abnormal cells and other foreign particles.
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Nail glue used to adhere artificial nails to fingernails is similar to super glue. Occasionally when applying the nails, some of the glue will attach to nearby skin. The glue can be quickly removed from the skin using products found in most homes.
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In the land of beauty, there’s a myth that lack of sleep can cause bags under your eyes, but it’s more commonly caused by biological factors. Undereye bags are a cosmetic concern and are very infrequently caused by a serious medical condition. However, for those who are bothered by the bags, treatment is possible.
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Workplace regulations, school dress code rules or the desire for privacy can lead to a tattoo enthusiast covering up a tattoo. Out of respect for others or fear of rejection in an interview, tattoo enthusiasts cover up tattoos temporarily.
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The nails on your fingers and toes play an important role in protecting the sensitive skin of your nail plate. The cuticle is also plays an role by sealing the nail bed off from bacterial and fungal infections.
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Your eyes are often the first thing a person notices. Tired-looking eyes may cause you to appear ill to others. A number of factors can cause eye puffiness or bags under the eyes. Knowing the major difference between the two can help you determine ways to alleviate them.
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Glycolic acid peels are recommended to shrink pores and improve the overall look of skin on your face and neck. Made up of a derivative of sugar cane, glycolic acid peels are a medium-grade form of chemical peel, meaning that they target the epidermis of your skin rather than penetrating down to the deeper layers.
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There is a common myth that stress and anxiety cause facial bumps. Better known as acne, those bumps on the skin may be related to pimples, nodules or cysts. Certain conditions related to stress can cause acne, but facial bumps and anxiety do not go hand in hand, according to the Nemours Foundation.
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You're probably accustomed to having your potatoes mashed, baked or fried, but putting them on your face is a completely different story. Potatoes have an uncanny ability to stay cold for long periods; they also transfer antioxidants, such as vitamin C, and other nutrients to your skin.
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As the tissues around the eyes weaken as you age, waking up with swollen eyes in the morning may become more common. Although swollen eyes are not typically a medical concern, they can be unattractive and many people look for ways to reduce the puffiness.
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Belly button rings are the jewelry inserted into a navel when it is pierced. Most initial navel piercings are done with a curved barbell, a piece of jewelry consisting of a stainless steel bar with beads that unscrew at both ends. Less commonly, captive bead rings may be used.
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Your red and swollen fingernail may be caused by an infection or an injury. If you have an infection, you may have an ingrown nail. Other causes of fingernail infection include exposure to irritants, nail-biting or a torn-off hangnail.
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Dark circles under the eyes occur when the blood vessels surrounding the eyes become engorged. Puffy eyelids can also cause dark under-eye circles by casting shadows on the area.
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Toenails are made of a smooth, hard substance called keratin. Sometimes keratin debris builds up under the surface of toenails, causing the nails to turn yellow, brown or black. Keratin buildup can also cause nails to lift away from the nail bed.
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If you find a bump on your nipple piercing, this may be a sign that you have an abscess. A study published in the July 2010 edition of the "Journal of the American College of Surgeons" indicates that nipple piercing is one factor that puts you at risk for recurrent breast abscesses.
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Stretching a piercing to wear larger jewelry is sometimes incorrectly called "gauging." The word "gauge" actually refers to the size of the jewelry, with smaller numbers being larger gauges.
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Fine and deep lines on the upper lip and around the mouth are called perioral wrinkles. They are common wrinkles associated with aging and are exacerbated by sun exposure and genetics. Smoking causes upper lip wrinkles, often referred to as smokers’ lines.
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