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placeholder image The truth about skin color and the case for special skin care products (September 08, 2008)

Should women of color use special products for best results, or is this notion just another marketing strategy? Don’t be fooled by marketing: Let skin type – not skin color – be your guide.

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placeholder image Skin exfoliation is skin rejuvenation (September 08, 2008)

Many people find rejuvenating and treating damaged skin can be done at home – all it takes is a little knowledge and products available at most drug stores and supermarkets.

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placeholder image Silky hair isn't just for fairytales (September 03, 2008)

You may be surprised to know that it doesn't take salon-priced products to get that silky look. But no matter what you use, avoid extreme heat – from hot shower water to the sun.

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Fun in Sun? Now May Be Time for Skin Repair (November 11, 2008)

To diminish the potential damage from a summer's worth of exposure to the sun's rays and begin to rejuvenate skin, begin the right treatment regimen.

The Healthy Truth about Instant Hand Sanitizers (November 11, 2008)

It seems instant hand sanitizers are everywhere, but are they worth the money and effort or are they just another hyped product with little value?

Should I really buy "natural" or "organic" hand & body skin care products? (November 11, 2008)

"Green" is going strong in hand and body skin care products, but what’s the truth about products labeled as "natural" or "organic"? Are they really safer or just another case of manufacturers cashing in on the hype?

Sun care for your hair? (September 19, 2008)

You probably wouldn’t think of going out in the sun without skin protection, but are you as kind to your hair? Don’t let the outdoors damage your hair. Here’s how …

Too much voltage under that hat? (September 19, 2008)

Love hats but hate the static electricity buildup on your hair? Discover the causes and the shockingly easy solutions.