Male Styling, Personal Care & Advanced Anti-Aging Techniques

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.

How to Remove a Navel Piercing

A navel piercing can be an eye-catching personal style statement, but it also has its fair share of complications. The American Academy of Family Physicians warns that navel piercings can cause infection and hypertrophic scarring, especially with weight gain or pregnancy.

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Facial Cleansers for Rosacea

A red face is the hallmark of rosacea, a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that can be mistaken for acne, allergy or eczema.

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Problems With Nose Piercings

Common areas for nose piercings are the nostrils, the septum and the bridge. Healing times vary for each location. Nostril piercings heal in two to four months, bridge piercings heal between eight and 10 weeks, while septum piercings may take between six and eight months to heal.

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How to Stretch the Instep of a Shoe

As anyone who has ever spent a day in ill-fitting shoes can attest, walking around in too-tight shoes is highly uncomfortable. A common culprit for ill-fitting shoes is an uncomfortably tight instep, which is the arched middle area of the shoe.

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How to Keep Your Bangs From Separating

Bangs make the biggest impact when they are clean and sit naturally around the face, making a frame for your eyes and cheekbones. Hair that is fine or prone to oily conditions on a daily basis can often separate the hair at the middle of the forehead, creating a part where no part is desired.

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Hair Growth Products for African Americans

African-American hair grows best when cared for with natural products that do not contain drying or pore-clogging ingredients. The basic tenets of African-American hair growth include regular shampooing, deep conditioning and applying natural moisturizer that is free of petroleum, wax and mineral oil.

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What Is Sensual Massage?

The sense of touch is extremely important for sexuality. Sensual massage is a way to incorporate the sense of touch into sexual activity. It is used by couples all over the world as a way to enhance romantic and sexual life. Beyond the sexual aspects, sensual massage also provides health benefits.

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The Best Fragrance-Free Face Lotions

Whether you choose to use a fragrance-free face lotion because you have sensitive skin and fear a reaction -- or simply because you don't like strong scents that close to your nose -- you must check the products for both recommended and harmful ingredients before making a purchase.

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How to Get Rid of Dead Skin and Little Scars on Your Legs

Legs are often neglected. It can be easy to throw on a pair of jeans and forget about any problems. Dry winters and daily shaving take a toll on your skin, leaving it with rough patches and scars from healed nicks and scratches. But you can renew the skin at home through exfoliation and daily treatment.

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Avocado for Hair Growth

Avocados are a fruit whose many health benefits are becoming more widely known. One benefit avocados offer is preventing hair loss and promoting hair growth. They can also be used to improve the condition of your hair by acting as a moisturizer for dry or damaged hair.

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Causes of Tiny, Red Bumps on Fingers

Tiny, red bumps on your fingers could stem from one of several causes. If you notice a rash or symptom that does not respond promptly to a home remedy or an over-the-counter anti-itch ointment, you should seek medical advice.

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How Dangerous Is It to Pierce Your Tongue?

If you are having your tongue pierced it is essential that you follow scrupulous hygiene in order to avert the risk of infection. The potential for infections as the result of tongue piercing is certainly greater than for piercings elsewhere on the body.

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Benefits of Grapeseed Oil for Hair

While you may or may not use it in the kitchen, grape seed oil actually has plenty of uses as a treatment for your hair. Like olive oil and coconut oil, grape seed oil is an effective natural hair moisturizer and conditioner.

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Benefits of Seaweed Wraps

Seaweed may look gross when you spot it on the beach, but this slippery, stringy sea plant contains powerful ingredients that can benefit your skin. A seaweed wrap is typically made by combining seaweed with hot water and sometimes essential oils, clay and other skin care ingredients.

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The Best Oil-Free Face Creams for Wrinkles

Some anti-aging facial wrinkle creams contain oils or oil-based products. Though oils can help hydrate your skin by trapping moisture, they also can clog your pores and lead to acne. Target signs of aging like wrinkles without using an oil-based product so you can rejuvenate your skin without worrying about breakouts.

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How to Treat Brown Spots & Melasma

Brown, patchy spots on your face may look alarming, but they're often caused by a harmless skin condition called melasma. Melasma usually has hormonal causes, such as pregnancy or the use of birth-control pills.

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How to Release Stuck Brakes on a Bike

Corrosive buildup, dirt and dust can prevent the smooth action of a rim brake, which can result in a cyclist's worst nightmare: brakes that won't respond when you need them. This can manifest as a brake that won't disengage after you release the lever, or brakes that won't engage at all when compressed.

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Can I Use Vegetable Oil for a Home Remedy for Dry Hair?

In short, yes, you can use vegetable oil as a home remedy for dry hair. However, the oil must be carrier oil -- the kind derived from the fatty portion of the plant and often used to dilute essential oils -- rather than off-the-shelf cooking oil.

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How to Cut the Neckline of a Hoodie

A hooded pullover sweatshirt is an easy but plain wardrobe staple. With a scissors' few snips, the hoodie can achieve a new style or be made even more comfortable by giving the wearer more neck room.

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