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More Skincare Myths
There are many myths out there concerning skincare and acne, but they are nothing more than just that, myths. We’ve talked about myths such as the effectiveness of cucumber on puffy eyes and the need to wear sunscreen, but have you heard of these myths?
Myth: Facial exercises will help make your skin look younger
Truth: Facial exercises can actually do quite the opposite by stretching your skin and creating lines and/or wrinkles. Daily facial maneuvers and manipulations can cause lines, furrows and sagging. Facial exercise is not helpful for worn-out skin because skin is not about...
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Causes of Premature Aging
We all wish we had a fountain of youth that could make us young forever, but did you know that there are factors in our everyday lives that can cause us to age prematurely?
One of the leading causes for premature aging is sun exposure. Without protection from the sun’s rays, just a few minutes of exposure each day over the years can cause noticeable changes to the skin. Deep wrinkles, age spots and leathery skin indicate premature aging caused by years of unprotected exposure to the sun.
Those who are constantly frowning might have...
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Different Skincare for Different Skin Types
When thinking about skincare, we often times forget to think about our skin types, and focus solely on skincare products. However, we should really be thinking about what kind of skin we have, and then look at what products might help us. There are different types of skin.
Oily skin usually needs the most care, as it's prone to acne, pimples and breakouts. Oily skin is mostly oily and greasy which contains lots of unnecessary shine on the skin surface. This usually calls for washing your face more often. Using skincare products for...