Skin occlusion occurs when something, usually a topical medication, is trapped on and, as a result, gets absorbed by your skin. If you have ever applied an antibacterial ointment to a cut, then covered that cut with a bandage, you have used skin occlusion to prevent infection and speed the healing process.
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Rosy cheeks can be a symbol of a youthful, healthy glow, but for some people, rosy cheeks are the result of rosacea, a skin disorder that causes redness of the facial skin. Knowing the difference between healthy rosy cheeks and rosacea is important, because rosacea may require medical attention.
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The heat of a sauna room raises your skin temperature to 104 degrees F and your internal temperature to 100.4 degrees F, causing your heart rate to speed up and your blood vessels to dilate. Sessions in a sauna room are usually short; you only need 10 to 20 minutes to create a good sweat and reap the sauna’s benefits.
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Communication skills are important regardless of what you choose to do with your life. Effective communication skills often correlate with personal success, whether you're hosting an international business meeting or simply interacting with family.
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B-12 is a water-soluble vitamin that appears naturally in many animal-based foods. Vitamin B-12 controls your body’s ability to produce red blood cells and synthesize DNA, and it also impacts your neurological functioning.
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Dancing is one of the best ways to keep your body toned and your cardiovascular system in check. But if you’re a beginning dancer, finding an appropriately challenging workout may be an arduous task because there are so many dance workout DVDs on the market.
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Many people associate jumping rope with childhood games and, as a result, tend to shun it as a legitimate workout opportunity. But jumping rope is an exercise--for adults as well as children--that burns massive amounts of calories while working most of the muscles in your body.
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Often steeped in controversy and skepticism, subliminal messages operate on the premise that the human mind can be manipulated through hidden messages within audio recordings or video advertisings.
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