Men's personal care involves a balance of practical styling, advanced anti-aging methodologies, and rigorous hygiene practices to maintain physical health and aesthetic appeal.
Phototherapy is a medical procedure in which the skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light in an effort to treat specific skin conditions. If you have psoriasis, eczema or other skin diseases, your doctor may recommend treatment with phototherapy.
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Thin skin can be dangerous, in that it tears, bruises and cuts easily. It does not usually indicate a serious underlying problem but a trip to the doctors could help ease your mind and find you the right solution you need. There could be a few reasons for damaged thin skin, but thankfully there are also treatments.
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Dry, cracked skin between your fingers could be caused by several factors. You can try treating it at home using over-the-counter treatments and lifestyle changes, but if your skin condition is caused by an infection or allergic reaction, you may need to see a doctor to get the irritation treated properly.
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If you shave your head, you may experience ingrown hairs as a result. Once a hair is shaved, its tip becomes sharp. As the hair grows out, it may curve toward the scalp and pierce the skin. Your body then treats the hair like a foreign object and the area becomes red and inflamed.
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the nails are composed of laminated layers of a protein called keratin. This same protein is also found in the hair and skin. The nails are made up of several parts, including the nail beds, folds, cuticles and lunula.
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Benzoyl peroxide is a topical solution for treating mild to moderate acne. It also can be an effective adjunct therapy to other topical medications or oral antibiotics in more severe cases of acne, according to Drugs.com. Benzoyl peroxide is available over the counter and also in prescription medications.
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Steam rooms have been used for hundreds of years to improve blood circulation, drain sinuses, rejuvenate skin, and relieve joint and muscle tension. These are definite benefits, but steam rooms also have their drawbacks. A little caution and forward thinking can help you avoid the negative effects of steam rooms.
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Acne lesions that crop up between the eyes are much like blemishes that develop in any other area of your face. They are a result of clogged pores triggering an inflammatory response in your body. This means that treatment follows along the same lines as acne on the nose, cheeks and chin.
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Nose piercings, when done professionally and cared for properly, can allow beautiful jewelry to be worn and enjoyed for many years. Any type of jewelry worn in the nose is referred to a nose ring, even studs which are not in the shape of a ring at all.
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Retin-A is a brand name for tretinoin, a prescription-strength retinoid. Many over-the-counter drugstore products contain retinol, but retinoids such as Retin-A are more powerful than these. The medication wards off acne by speeding up cell turnover and unclogging your skin's pores.
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You might feel like hiding your feet away forever if you suffer from dry, cracked skin. Dry skin occurs when the natural balance of moisture and skin oil is disrupted, which can be due to a number of factors.
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After having a lesion on your skin, it can be a serious relief once it heals. However, if scars and dark spots are left behind, you might feel like you got the short end of the stick. Thankfully, you don't have to sit back and suffer with your scars and dark spots.
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Tender scalp and hair loss are caused by a variety of reasons, including disease, weather and even hairstyle. Diseases such as hypothyroidism and ringworm can cause these symptoms.
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Children's shoes come in several categories. To convert women's shoe sizes to kids' sizes, you'll most likely be looking in the youth or big kids' shoe sizes. The tiniest women's shoes (smaller than size 4) may be converted into little kids' sizes.
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Bleaching your hair strips away natural moisture, making it vulnerable to breakage. Damage to the cuticle, which protects the cortex where your natural hair color is, can result from over bleaching. The cuticle is left extremely rough and breakage may damage your hair from the root.
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Even with perfect care, your tattoo will slowly fade and lose ink over time. This is because there is no way to stop the things that happen to your skin as you age. There are, however, ways to slow ink loss.
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A large shrub that may grow up to 15 feet in height, the jojoba plant grows in North America, specifically northern Mexico and the southwestern United States.
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Shaving around the bikini line is a sensitive activity that requires patience and good light as well as a sharp razor. The Palo Alto Medical Foundation recommends not using an electric razor for shaving the bikini area because you have less control over the blades.
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What most people refer to as oil on skin is actually sebum, a naturally-produced oil from the sebaceous glands that helps keep your hair and skin properly hydrated. Located beneath the hair shaft, these glands are all over your body, including the scalp.
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While each spa has its own treatment protocols, certain features are common in most professional facials. Meant to cleanse, improve and pamper your skin, spa facials relax and rejuvenate.
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