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It is important to take care of your skin based on its needs and condition above anything else, regardless of gender. However, we all know men and women tend to differ in how important a skin regimen is. Loads of men do not really think about their skin. Contrary to popular belief, men should also get facials routinely and use the proper products for their specific skin condition. Some men do get facials, sometimes. When they get them, there are 2 typical behaviors: First, they ask a lot of questions and they want to know what I am doing every...

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Fine lines and wrinkles are one of the most common signs of aging. The younger you start to address them, the easier it is to improve their appearance. Here is everything you need to know about them. So, what are wrinkles? As we age, our skin becomes thinner and drier. It also loses its elasticity and the fat deposits in our face decrease in volume and shift downward. Whenever we smile, frown or make other facial expressions, our skin is no longer able to bounce back to its original shape like it did when we were young. This results in...

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Exfoliating is the process of scrubbing away dead cells that gather on the uppermost layer of your skin. These cells would fall off naturally after a while, but a scrub or chemical exfoliant can clear them away and improve your skin's appearance.  Exfoliation is any process that takes off the top layers of skin cells before they come off naturally. Some people find that the top layers of skin look dull or dry, and removing them improves their skin's appearance. ‌There are some exfoliation methods you can use at home and a cosmetologist or trained esthetician can help with others....

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Despite our rainy weather, summer is basically here and that means long, sunny days spent outside in nature, on a beach or by a pool. While the sun is great for a dose of vitamin C, it can be very hard on the skin, causing dehydration, hyperpigmentation and of course sunburn if you are not diligent about sunscreen application.   Before You Step into The Sun  There are some things to avoid because they can cause sun sensitivity and irritation:  Vitamin A: Most forms of this vital skin ingredient do cause skin sensitivity; however, Retinyl Palmitate is usually safe to use  Acidic...

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When following a good skincare regimen, it can be quite frustrating when breakouts happen. Pinpointing the cause of acne is a tedious process due to the amount of factors that play a role in clear skin, however the main goal should be maintaining balance within your body, which can be achieved through a healthy diet.Although everyone's skin is different, there are some foods that are known to trigger acne and are best to be avoided during a breakout. Dairy is at the top of this list.Cow’s milk contains androgen hormones along with the proteins whey and casein. When we digest...

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