Skin Care Basics: Moisturizers, Sunblock & Dark Spots

Proper skin care basics involve understanding the order of sunblock and primer application. Discover how to wash your face with jojoba oil, lighten skin tone at home, and use glycolic acid toners and aloe vera to manage dark spots and redness.

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Cortisone Cream as a Moisturizer for the Face

Cortisone cream relieves itch and inflammation attributed to skin rashes. Also called hydrocortisone, these types of products are not intended as skin moisturizers. Depending on the severity of your skin condition, your doctor may prescribe a stronger version than found in drugstores.

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Can Hand Lotion Expire?

Hand lotions are designed to keep your skin healthy and soft. Like all cosmetics, they have individual shelf lives. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration doesn’t require companies to list expiration dates, but this doesn’t mean your hand lotion will last forever.

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The Best Firming Lotion for the Tummy

Cellulite and loose skin on the tummy are common concerns for women. Whether the problems are attributed to aging skin, post-baby belly or sagginess from recent weight loss, you may be looking for an easy way to firm your stomach.

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Active Ingredients in Skin Care

In skin care products, active ingredients are responsible for delivering proposed benefits. Active ingredients are in all types of skin care products -- even in natural versions. Strengths vary based on whether you’re using over-the-counter or prescription products.

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