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how to improve skin elasticity and firmness
How to Improve Skin Elasticity and Firmness at Home

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Take steps to improve skin elasticity and help regain skin firmness. It’s actually easy to improve skin firmness with a combination of skin care and lifestyle changes. Knowing what works best to improve skin...

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Ingrown hair treatment and prevention
Ingrown Hair Treatment and Prevention

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Ingrown hair treatment and prevention will help prevent scars and brown marks that result from this common skin problem. Ingrown hairs can happen anywhere you have hair but it is the biggest problem for men ...

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Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment How to use it
Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment: How to use it and how it works

By Cynthia Bailey MD

What is benzoyl peroxide?  Benzoyl peroxide is an excellent medicine for the treatment of acne.  Also known as BPO, it is available in both prescription and OTC non-prescription cleansers, gels and creams ma...

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how to remove hard skin
How to Remove Hard Skin and What Causes It?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Have you wondered how to remove hard skin and what causes it in the first place? Hard areas of skin are fairly common - from the callused hands and feet of athletes to thick and cracked heels as we age - ski...

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Kim Kardashians dyschromia skin disorder
Kim Kardashian's Dyschromia Skin Disorder

By Cynthia Bailey MD

What is Kim Kardashian's dyschromia skin disorder? Recently she has opened up to fans about her struggle with it. What is dyschromia, how common is it, how serious is it, what are the most common causes, and...

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what are sebaceous filaments
What are Sebaceous Filaments and How to Get Rid of Them

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Have you seen the internet discussion boards where people are asking "what are sebaceous filaments?" Yes, 'sebaceous filaments' is a trending term but not one that we've commonly used in clinical medicine. T...

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The Best Winter Sunscreens
The Best Winter Sunscreens

By Cynthia Bailey MD

The best winter sunscreens need to block UVA well. Yes, they need to also protect your skin from UVB, but winter sun is all about UVA. Add protection for visible light and you've got the perfect protection f...

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Prevent seasonal winter acne
How to Prevent Seasonal Winter Acne

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Prevent seasonal winter acne by using the right acne treatment skin care products and avoiding acne-trigger foods ASAP! Yes, you are not imagining it - acne problems get worse in winter compared to summer an...

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makeup tips for acne-prone skin
Best Makeup Tips for Acne-Prone Skin

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Makeup tips for acne-prone skin using professional artistic tricks give you the best results when unwanted blemishes need to be concealed. It's important to hide both uneven skin color and texture issues ass...

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treatment for crepey skin on legs arms and body
Treatment for Crepey Skin on Legs, Arms and Body

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Treatment for crepey skin on your legs, arms and body becomes urgently important the moment you see 'the crepe' on your own skin! The good news is that using the best body lotion and routine to reverse crepe...

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wildfire smoke pollution causes skin damage
Wildfire Smoke Pollution Causes Skin Damage

By Cynthia Bailey MD

A first of its kind study showed that wildfire smoke pollution causes skin damage. The study, done by UCSF Dermatology Department, showed significant skin damage in a particularly vulnerable population of ec...

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sunscreen during winter and after 4pm
Do You Need Sunscreen in Winter, Or in The Morning and After 4pm?

By liz pires

Do you know if you need a sunscreen in winter and after 4pm? How about in the morning when the sun feels soft and is delightful - do you need to sun protect your skin? Yes, you know that harsh mid-day summer...

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