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Posts Tagged ‘Health and Beauty’

Skin Care Myths: Body Sweat Makes Acne Worse

March 5th, 2008

Someone thought this interesting enough to actually study it (Harvard and Stanford as a matter of fact — so this is where your research dollars go). Read more…

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Cholesterol Drugs Cause Dry Skin

February 22nd, 2008

Cholesterol has gotten a bad rap. Sure, when elevated it can lead to heart attacks and strokes, but on the bright side it is good for your skin. Read more…

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Dermatologists Perform More Cosmetic Procedures Than Other Specialties

February 20th, 2008

Need Botox? See your podiatrist today! Or your dentist! Or your OB/Gyn! Or your Pediatrician! Read more…

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What’s a Good Eye Cream?

February 18th, 2008

Patients ALWAYS ask me about eye creams. The short answer: if you have lots of wrinkles, then most creams won’t make any difference. The best nonsurgical treatment for wrinkles around the eyes is Botox® — it is remarkably effective in treating crow’s feet and can help open your eyes giving you that wide-eyed, 20-something model look (if you go for that sort of thing). Read more…

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Smooth Skin Color is Perceived as More Attractive and Younger

February 12th, 2008

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A and B are cropped photos taken from the left cheek of two females.

Try this little quiz: How old is the person pictured in A? How old is the person pictured in B? The answers are below. Read more…

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