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Now You Can Have Your SPF, And Eat It

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We grew up thinking that soaking up loads of sunshine was actually good for health. While it is still true that ultraviolet B (UVB) rays help with vitamin D synthesis, the “sunshine vitamin” that is essential from bones, risking sun damage (which translates to increased risk of skin cancer) is not the way to do it. Most people make enough Vitamin D from being out in the sun daily, without having to “fry” their skin, and for those concerned, just know that Vitamin D can also be sourced from food such as salmon, sardines, red meat and eggs.   We have also now learnt, women especially, that sun exposure is the cause of certain types of pigmentation. Melasma, a type of pigmentation driven by hormones, is also triggered and worsened by sun exposure. For people with UV- or heat-sensitive hyperpigmentation problems, or those who want to prevent these, sun avoidance is recommended. But no one can stay indoors all the time! Thankfully, sun protection is now a real thing and Continue Reading

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Secrets Of Impeccably Groomed Men

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If you are a man and you know what self-care is all about, you will also know that looking after your appearance isn’t just for women today. The thing about impeccably groomed people – they are proactive. They don’t wait for signs of wear and tear before they go for a fix. They know that grooming isn’t just about developing a daily routine, it’s about maintaining themselves so they don’t let their carefully assembled appearances down. Luckily, for men, overdoing makeup is a pitfall that’s virtually non-existent, so it’s easier to take care of themselves to maintain a reasonable level of self empowerment. Here are the top 3 secrets of impeccably groomed men. 1. ‘MAMPERING’ The most stylish and successful-looking men are almost brazen about ‘mampering’ (pampering). They embrace their daily cleansing and moisturizing routine, but they also have their faces professionally cleaned. This is quite different from monthly male mani- or pedicures. Keeping the complexion spot and clog-free is probably one of the most important things, be it for Continue Reading

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How To Tone Pelvic Floor Without Learning How To Kegel

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Childbirth weakens pelvic floor muscles in women. When pelvic floor muscles and ligaments are weakened, women can experience unpleasant symptoms such as pelvic pain, pressure, bladder and bowel problems, and pain during sex. Strangely, there are all kinds of treatments for “female issues”. For example, Gwyneth Paltrow may have made a career out of weird ideas such as vaginal steaming and vagina jade rocks, but for the record, there are much better (scientific) ways to strengthen the pelvic floor.   FUNCTIONAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION CAN IMPROVE STRENGTH AND TONE OF KEGEL MUSCLES Using magnetic fields to stimulate muscles, FMS actually improves the symptoms of pelvic floor problems. Producing rapid changes of magnetic field intensity to induce an electrical current in neurons which leads to a complete muscular contraction, FMS has been widely used to assist in rehabilitation of medical conditions to prevent muscle atrophy. Aesthetically, FMS is now being used to exercise the abdominals, shape up the gluteals, and also tighten pelvic floor muscles.   WHY IT IS HARD TO PERFORM Continue Reading

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5 Non-Laser Skin Whitening Options That Actually Work

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Is there such a thing as being born with good skin? If you’ve always wanted fairer or brighter-looking skin without having to go through the hassle of a laser treatment, here are some options that you might want to try.   1. ILLUMINATE Injectable skin whitening products injected into the body often promise to lighten the skin, but there is an overall lack of evidence that they work, and they might not even be safe. If you want to brighten your skin, even out skin tone and eliminate unwanted pigmentation, try Illuminate, a clinical-grade spa therapy that uses pure tranexamic acid and concentrated vitamin C to prime your complexion for a fresher look.   2. LED RED LIGHT Not to be confused with the laser, this is light therapy that was originally intended for wound healing and post-surgery scars. Until they found coincidental skin rejuvenation. Cells in the dermis converts light energy into fuel for the cell to produce collagen and elastin like one would do normally in their twenties. Continue Reading

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Oral Acne Medication Or Acne Treatments: Why Should You Choose?

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If you thought acne is only a teenage thing, you are wrong. And while it is easy for your clear skinned friends to brush negative psychosocial effects of acne as “vanity”, anyone suffering from acne will probably be able to attest to the self-esteem issues that this condition brings. If you are like the millions out there who try to figure out their own acne treatments, it can get really overwhelming. There are topicals, oral acne medication and acne laser treatments, which one is best for you? We teach you the approach to beating acne, backed by hard science.   INFLAMMATORY VERSUS NON-INFLAMMATORY ACNE There are probably many terms you’ve probably come across, forget them. Acne can be simply classified as inflammatory, or non-inflammatory. Inflammatory acne are zits that are red and painful, whereas non-inflammatory ones are not, and includes comedones. Bacterial infections are commonly related to inflammatory acne. Some experts believe that all acne is hormonal, and treatment involves reviewing the appearance of cysts, pattern of appearance and other Continue Reading