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So What Are Men's Nipples For, Anyway?
BrainStuff: Why Do Men Have Nipples? Mayte Torres/Getty Images
Today, we bring you a tale of mice and men. And their nipples.
What are nipples on men for? To understand that, you've got to first know that are the protrusions on mammary glands and serve as a way to deliver breast m... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why Men Don't Like to Go to the Doctor
Excuses for not going to the doctor ranged from "too busy" to "exam room is too cold." Thomas Barwick/Getty Images
American men are much less likely to go to the doctor than women, according to the CDC. Now, a new online survey conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of Orlando Health ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Himalayan Salt Lamps: Health Benefits or Hype?
The diffuse light from a Himalayan salt lamp will add a warm glow to any room, but is it really making your space any healthier? PXHERE
Himalayan salt lamps β those chunks of pink crystalline salt mounted on wooden bases, illuminated from within by a tiny light bulb β can ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Oil Diffusers Make Your House Smell Great, But Are They Safe?
Reed diffusers usually use rattan sticks that have small channels to allow the essential oil to travel up the stick and spread the aroma around the room. Carol Yepes/Getty Images
Although incense and candles are still around, there's no denying the stronghol... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why People Are Downing Chlorophyll, the Plant Pigment
Are those green supplements necessary? mikroman6/Getty Images
Move over protein powder. There's a new health supplement in town, and it's Mother Nature's bestie, chlorophyll. Yes, that photosynthesis-powering green plant pigment that you learned about in science cla... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Safely Use a Neti Pot
There are many different types of neti pots, from ceramic to electric. This one is made of plastic and known as a rhino horn neti pot because of its shape. Wikimedia Commons
If you're into the latest wellness trends, you've definitely heard of a little something called a neti pot. A neti po... | null | null | null | null | null |
Can Lettuce Water Really Help You Sleep?
Lettuce water is just lettuce steeped in hot water, but is there something about it that can help to cure insomnia? Teresa Crowder/HowStuffWorks
If you've ever experienced bouts of insomnia, you know there are few things as aggravating as not being able to sleep. People try almo... | null | null | null | null | null |
Toothpaste: Too Much of a Good Thing for Kids
A study released in February 2019 found that almost half of all kids are using much more toothpaste than is necessary or even good for them. Johnny Greig/Getty Images
Do you use as much toothpaste as they do in toothpaste commercials? Do you apply your dental cream in a lon... | null | null | null | null | null |
By: Cherise Threewitt | Updated: Feb 12, 2021
One not-so-awesome side effect of wearing masks? Smelling your own breath. HowStuffWorks
Halitophobia, or the fear of having bad breath, is nothing new. In fact about 25 percent of the population actually have halitosis for real. But in the age of the coronavirus pandemic β... | null | null | null | null | null |
What in the World Are Tonsil Stones?
By: Kristen Hall-Geisler | Updated: Feb 11, 2021
Tonsil stones are really no big deal, but they can cause a sore throat and bad breath. Tonsil stones
Those with strong stomachs may have watched the videos making the rounds of people who have tonsil stones. What are tonsil stones you... | null | null | null | null | null |
Rinse and Spit: The History of Toothpaste
Colgate introduced its Crème Dentifrice, which came in a jar, in the 1850s. Before that, toothpastes were usually powders. It was in the 1890s that Colgate came out with the first toothpaste in a tube. Christof Koepsel/Getty Images
Without your teeth, life would be tough. Sure,... | null | null | null | null | null |
Sorry Haters, You Do Have to Floss
The American Dental Association says you don't need a study to prove the benefits of flossing. Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images
The collective jaws of the public recently dropped when an Associated Press (AP) report came out claiming the "medical benefits of flossing unproven."
This year, w... | null | null | null | null | null |
Toothpaste Tablets: A New Way to Brush Your Teeth
By: Jim Marion
Toothpaste tablets give consumers an alternative to buying toothpaste in tubes, more than a billion of which end up in landfills every year. Flickr (CC by 2.0)
Toothpaste has been around since the ancient Egyptians. The tube was introduced as packaging in... | null | null | null | null | null |
When It's Best to Administer a COVID-19 Test at Home
By: ZoΓ« McLaren | Sep 14, 2021
Rapid antigen COVID-19 tests, designed for use at home, can show results in as fast as 15 minutes. Willie B. Thomas/Getty Images
The rise of the highly transmissible delta variant around the U.S. has increased demand for rapid antigen C... | null | null | null | null | null |
By: Joanna Thompson | Jul 9, 2021
Sibelle Yuksek shows off after getting her first dose of the Pfizer mRNA vaccine at the Union Station vaccine site in Los Angeles. Pfizer just announced it would seek emergency use authorization from the Federal Drug Administration for a third booster shot. Irfan Khan/Los Angeles Times... | null | null | null | null | null |
Liquid Nitrogen 'Dragon's Breath' Cereal: A Dangerous Fad
Liquid nitrogen can easily blister fingers and hands, and ingesting it can cause serious damage to the mouth, esophagus and stomach. Taras Kul/YouTube screen shot/howstuffworks
The modern American is living in a late capitalist wonderland. In these heady times, ... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Stay Warm in Your Freezing-cold Office
When hot tea, a hat and a scarf aren't cutting it, try these tips for keeping warm in a frigid office. hoozone/Getty Images
Feel like you're always cold in the office? Join the frigid club, made up of legions of workers who are often stuck taking extra steps to maintain a c... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is Cold-Shocking Your Body After a Sauna a Good Idea?
By: Stephanie Vermillion | Nov 20, 2019
This outdoor sauna in Vuokatti, Finland, comes complete with an icy plunging pool for visitors brave enough to use it. Wikimedia
If the idea of topping off your next trip to the sauna with a plunge in to a cold bath sounds tor... | null | null | null | null | null |
IV Drip Bars Are a Hot Trend, But Are They Safe?
By: Tara Yarlagadda | Oct 15, 2019
Is an IV drip really the best way to cure a hangover or get your vitamin fix? Sandy Jones/Getty Images/HowStuffWorks
The wellness industry is, by all accounts, a booming business (to the tune of $4.2 trillion globally, as of 2017). One ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Box breathing, also known as Sama Vritti Pranayama to yogis, is a breathing technique that is known for its calming effects and ability to de-escalate the body's fight-or-flight response. HowStuffWorks
It took several months of full-time sheltering in place before I noticed it: the screaming. My boyfriend's apartment c... | null | null | null | null | null |
Books, despite often being passed from germy hand to germy hand, are safer to handle than you might imagine. Andia/Getty Images
Remember books? Words printed on paper bound between two covers? When Gutenberg introduced the printing press in 1450, books became objects of extraordinary wonder that changed the world. Thro... | null | null | null | null | null |
Do Too-tight Jog Bras Impair Breathing?
Runners should be especially mindful of how their sports bras fit so as not to affect the body's demand for oxygen. Ascent/PKS Media Inc./The Image Bank/Getty Images
Most people hit the pavement in search of mind-clearing, health-improving exercise, but could an ill-fitting jog b... | null | null | null | null | null |
Women More OK With Their Bodies Than They Used to Be
Women More OK With Their Bodies Than They Used to Be JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images
Go to your nearest mirror, take off all your clothes and study yourself closely.
Are you feeling happy with your body? Cool with cellulite? Worry-free about wrinkles? Or are you frownin... | null | null | null | null | null |
New Device Promises to Zap Period Pain
Livia is a new product that says it will get rid of your period pain through electronic impulses. Nastia11/Eric1513/Thinkstock/Livia
Some 50 percent of women get cramping pain when their monthly "friend" comes to call. A new product promises to zap this problem β literally. Introd... | null | null | null | null | null |
Acupuncture Doesn't Help Women With PCOS Get Pregnant
An acupuncturist applies needles to a woman's shoulder. A large study published in 2017 investigated whether acupuncture could help women with polycystic ovarian syndrome get pregnant β and didn't find any supporting evidence. Hero Images/Getty Images
Many of us fin... | null | null | null | null | null |
The flu is no picnic.
Flu's symptoms, from body aches to cough and fever, are legendary. But what causes all that misery? Look below to find out why you feel so awful.
The infecting viruses trigger the release of pyrogens into the bloodstream. These chemicals stimulate the cold-sensing neurons in the hypothalamus, the ... | null | null | null | null | null |
If you begin to throw up bile, check with your physician to see if it is a sign of something serious.
You've thrown up the contents of your stomach, but continue to retch. You're convinced there can't be anything left to vomit, yet here you are: hunched over the loo, expelling a bitter-tasting and filmy mucous.
What yo... | null | null | null | null | null |
Mold makes bread and other baked goods generally unsafe to eat.
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It's happened to all of us: That fresh peach you were so excited to eat is suddenly sporting a dime-sized fuzzy, white growth. Or your last slice of sandwich bread has sprouted a few tiny flecks of green. Is it safe to ju... | null | null | null | null | null |
Whatβs safe to pack in your unrefrigerated lunch?
As a rule, if you bought the food out of a refrigerator case, it should stay refrigerated.
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Parents of school-age children, lunch-toting office workers and would-be campers probably all have had the same thought as they prepared meals that would ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Belly button lint is a near universal experience, but some things such as body hair and clothing contribute to it.
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The term "belly button lint" is a catchall. And, as it turns out, so is the belly button itself. What we think of as lint in our navels is really a combination of fabric fuzz, dirt, dead... | null | null | null | null | null |
Sisters Carol and Tracey Playfair recover together after surgery. Tracey donated a kidney to save Carol's life.
Every day in the United States, an average of 18 people die while awaiting organ transplants because of a critical shortage of donors.
During the past 10 years, the transplant waiting list has more than doubl... | null | null | null | null | null |
When a child is born, the first thing a parent checks is how many fingers and toes he or she has. Ever wonder why?
Most of us have come to realize the power of opposable thumbs. Without a thumb, that funny, useful fifth appendage on each hand, we'd struggle to open jars, shake hands or thumb a ride. But have you ever c... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why do we have fingerprints?
Peering at the patterns folded into a fingerprint
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Fingerprints follow us our entire lives. Each little smudge singles us out as distinct individuals among billions of other human beings -- or at least that's what we've always been told.
Even identical twins boast differe... | null | null | null | null | null |
No, you don't need to poop every day, but if you arenβt clearing your bowels regularly, it could be a sign that something is off.
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It wasn't their normal topic of conversation, but late into a cocktail-fueled girls' night, Marissa and her friends began talking about a subject that was normally off li... | null | null | null | null | null |
Your body would find a way to release that gas even if you never burped again.
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Despite your initial misgivings, this blind date is going well. The two of you chatted effortlessly through the appetizer and main course, and are lingering over dessert. Just as you're about to suggest a second date, ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Our bodies do so much while we're sleeping, including accruing boogers of a different type.
If the universal sign of having just awakened is wildly tousled hair, the next signal would be "eye boogers" β those goopy, sometimes hardened substances that form overnight in the inner corners of the eyes. "Eye boogers" is pro... | null | null | null | null | null |
Can you hold your pee so long your bladder ruptures?
Your bladder could rupture in certain cases, but in most instances you'd probably involuntarily empty it before that happened.
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Tycho Brahe, a Danish astronomer, spent the mid- to late 1500s charting the heavens for his king and, later, for the Ho... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is pee sterile? Not really. Even healthy urine contains bacteria.
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It's 8 p.m. on a Thursday night and you're glued to the television, watching the latest episode of your favorite survivalist show. This time, your rugged hero is traveling on foot over hardscrabble wilderness terrain β and the out... | null | null | null | null | null |
How do boogers form in your nose?
When mucus has trouble exiting the nostrils, it dries out and clumps together. That's when you get nose goblins.
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You've probably caught someone in the act of picking their nose and inspecting the contents more than once. Disgusting, right? But you do it, too. Except... | null | null | null | null | null |
Pressing your finger against your upper lip is one of the best ways to stop a sneeze before it starts.
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Attending a funeral isn't on anybody's list of fun things to do; but you loved dear old Great Aunt Fern and are glad to pay your respects. Just as the room quiets and the opening prayer starts, yo... | null | null | null | null | null |
Don't stifle that sneeze! It could cause eardrum ruptures or break a blood vessel in your eye.
It's a threat that could strike anyone, anywhere. Where will you be when it hits? You could be standing over beakers in a chemistry lab, carefully measuring droplets of acid into a vial. Or driving along a busy two-lane highw... | null | null | null | null | null |
You know the feeling. And there's almost nothing you can do about a sneeze.
You coax your culinary masterpiece onto a plate and begin to cover it in freshly ground pepper. Then a familiar feeling begins to build. Your nose twitches, your eyes water β and you convulse into a room-rattling sneeze.
The way you sneeze when... | null | null | null | null | null |
Could eating boogers build up your immune system?
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It's the kind of afternoon you can't imagine being anywhere but outdoors. This time, you're at the park, not for exercise, but for some mental recreation. It's time to pretend you're a kid again, flying down slippery slides and stretching your toes to ... | null | null | null | null | null |
When you blow your nose, you're forcing air out of your nasal tubes, along with debris and mucus.
You can't help but stare. The dignified older gentleman seated next to you at the sidewalk cafΓ© is wearing a bow tie and adjusting his spectacles before he dives into the morning newspaper. You feel like you've stepped int... | null | null | null | null | null |
Believe it or not, the composition of boogers may actually taste sweet to kids.
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Your little angel takes the stage, and you instantly forget all the sleepless nights, spit-covered lapels and tantrums that brought you to this moment. As she lines up with the rest of her preschool class for a lon... | null | null | null | null | null |
The jury's still out on whether tickling your upper palate with your tongue prevents a sneeze, but there may be something to the idea.
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You recognize the familiar tickle a moment before your sneeze strikes. For a split second, you think about trying to stop the annoying eruption, but in the end, the ur... | null | null | null | null | null |
You might be able to grow back the tip of your pinkie finger, but you can't regrow a whole limb (yet).
Not only can humans regrow limbs, but they already have.
We're kind of playing fast and loose with the definition of "limb." Technically, nobody has yet grown back an arm or a leg. But there have been multiple cases o... | null | null | null | null | null |
Can we pit good bacteria against the bad ones? We can, even though it might not be in the way you'd think.
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When the Human Microbiome Project launched in 2007, nobody was quite sure what would be found. While we understood that bacteria occupy our bodies, we've never been clear about what resided wh... | null | null | null | null | null |
That tiny implantable system allows human metabolism to be monitored, and it was developed by the Polytechnic school in Lausanne, Switzerland. The implant has five biosensors, which measure the density of various molecules.
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In the 1960s sci-fi flick "Fantastic Voyage," a submarine containin... | null | null | null | null | null |
In the U.S., 27 million adults have major back pain. Not surprisingly, researchers are trying to find better ways to perform spine surgery.
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Doctors have been performing spinal surgery to treat herniated or degenerated discs since the 1930s, when two Massachusetts surgeons, Dr. William... | null | null | null | null | null |
Organs are matched by factors, including blood and tissue typing.
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Don't let myths and rumors keep you from saving lives. Learn the facts.
Myth: Doctors will not try to save my life if they know I want to be a donor.
Fact: The medical staff trying to save lives is completely separate from the tr... | null | null | null | null | null |
How Therapeutic Hypothermia Works
A research assistant chills out at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania during a demonstration of the therapeutic hypothermia procedure.
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Whether you use that oatmeal jelly between your ears as a fine-tuned instrument of inquiry or as storage space... | null | null | null | null | null |
5 Things You Should Never Say at the Thanksgiving Table
By: Dr. Nicole Joseph
If you can't follow these rules, you could always just keep your mouth full of turkey!
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We sat chatted with expert, Dr. Nicole Joseph, about the five things are never appropriate to talk about at the Thanksgiving table... | null | null | null | null | null |
Are habits inherited?
You may have some of the same habits as your parents, but are they based on influence or heredity?
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Stuck with a bad habit you can't seem to shake? Blame your parents. Like your height and the color of your hair, habits are often influenced by those of Mom and Dad.
T... | null | null | null | null | null |
At least we all know we'll enjoy the food...
We sat down and chatted with expert, Dr. Nicole Joseph, about what is most important to keep in mind when trying to enjoy the holidays with your family.
What is the biggest pitfall people make during a stressful family holiday get-together?
We can sometimes have a Norman Roc... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why do we love cute things?
The universal sign for cuteness: a seal pup.
You may not be ready to admit to the serious crush you have on LOLcats (adorbs!), but even the most rough-and-tumble lose their cool when confronted with the seriously cute. From fuzzy bunnies and cuddly puppies to cooing babies and hugging hedgeh... | null | null | null | null | null |
Will putting people's hands in warm water really make them wet the bed?
The perfect setting for putting your dozing friend's hand in warm water: slumber party!
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Tales of summer camp and slumber party pranks are as plentiful (and exaggerated) as fishing stories. We've all heard of the short-sheeted... | null | null | null | null | null |
Do women have a better sense of taste than men?
This woman probably thinks the cookie is a lot sweeter than the man does, thanks to taste dominance.
Some women are pretty confident they have better taste than men when it comes to a lot of things, including fashion and decorating. But when it comes to the physical sense... | null | null | null | null | null |
Paranoia and Paranoid Disorders
Paranoia is characterized by an overwhelming feeling of distrust and suspicion of other people.
Paranoia is a personality disorder characterized by an overwhelming feeling of distrust and suspicion of other people and their motives. Those suffering from paranoia may feel that people are ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why are some people up with the birds and others hate the mornings? Genetics plays a big role.
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As I write this, my part-time workday is just beginning, yet my husband is tucked into bed, dreaming sweet dreams about tennis matches and Corvettes and other stuff he loves ... at 9:29 p.m. He... | null | null | null | null | null |
Although it might seem counterintuitive, itβs best to take a short nap right after you drink coffee for energy.
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When you're fighting to stay awake, strong coffee or a nap can pep you up long enough to make it through your workday or safely get you through a long drive. A pair of studie... | null | null | null | null | null |
Do you need sleep drugs?
There are several varieties of sleep drugs that can be used for specific sleep problems.
For some people, medications or herbal supplements can be the answer to sleep problems β if you know the right one. Despite the fact that thirty-five million prescriptions for sleep medicine were written in... | null | null | null | null | null |
Why is it so hard to pass up a piece of cake or pastry?
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How many times have you heard someone lament, "Why is everything that tastes good bad for you?!" This is often said as the person is stuffing a doughnut into his or her mouth or grabbing another piece of chocolate. Alas, many sweet ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Can you breastfeed if you have MRSA?
Some breastfeeding mothers contract mastitis, a breast infection. One of the most common causes of mastitis is a MRSA infection.
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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of staph infection that's resistant to many anti... | null | null | null | null | null |
Thinking of trying a fertility cleanse to boost your chances of conceiving? Don't skimp on the fresh fruits and veggies.
When a couple is trying to conceive, the last thing they may expect is a lengthy process.
As in most things in life, timing is everything. Couples have to consider a woman's ovulation cycle, among ot... | null | null | null | null | null |
To use progesterone cream effectively, apply it to a fatty area of the body. But don't overdo it; too much progesterone can harm your chances of conceiving.
It's no secret that hormones play a major role in both the female and male reproductive systems. But one in particular -- progesterone -- is known as the "hormone ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Pregnant and gassy? Blame the baby!
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It feels as though the pregnancy stars have aligned. You're smack-dab in the middle of your second trimester, flush with energy and ecstatic the morning sickness has released its daily hold. Your appetite has bounced back and so has your tolerance for rela... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Pedicures and Labor
During the final weeks and days of the third trimester, most pregnant women are willing to try just about anything to get the baby out of their belly. By this point in the pregnancy, every single movement takes an unusual amount of effort. Each day past the due date can make any expectan... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: 5 Ways to Even Out Your Skin Tone
Not happy with your skin tone? You can always turn to makeup for a quick fix.
Most of us had nearly perfect skin at one time: early childhood. But then life took over. Accidents led to scars, puberty led to breakouts and sun exposure led to discoloration. So even adults wit... | null | null | null | null | null |
5 Things You Should Know About Brazilian Wax
Keeping your body sleek and hairless is no easy task β you know that. But what you may not know are the pros and cons of increasingly popular Brazilian waxes. Named for the place that evokes images of sand, surf and teeny tiny bikinis, a Brazilian wax is designed to keep you... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Shrink Large Pores
Cucumbers won't minimize pores -- but these tricks will!
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Your face has thousands of pores on it. Some of them are practically invisible, while others might look gigantic if you make the mistake of peering into a magnifying mirror.
These tiny openings are par... | null | null | null | null | null |
Who said healthy foods can't taste good? There's nothing like berries for a tasty snack.
Maintaining a youthful and healthy body is about more than longevity; it's a quality of life issue. And having a high quality of life means that you put good, tasty and beneficial things into your body rather than simply avoiding t... | null | null | null | null | null |
Tattoos are a great way to express your individuality, but not without risks.
Tattoos are all the rage today, and understandably so. Body art is a terrific form of self-expression and a great way to display your individuality. Just remember one key fact: For all intents and purposes, you're making a permanent statement... | null | null | null | null | null |
5 Uses for Toner
Cleanser -- check. Exfoliant -- check. Moisturizer -- check. Toner β do I really need it?
While toner can be an important part of a skin care routine, it tends to be the most confusing aspect of the regimen. And that's because its uses aren't always well understood. Some believe it's just helpful to th... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: What Makeup Does to Your Skin
Most women have a love/hate relationship with makeup. When applied correctly, it can transform your face, highlighting your best features while masking any shortcomings. Unfortunately, it takes time to master tricky beauty products like liquid eyeliner, and a full makeup routin... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: How does safflower oil benefit skin?
Forget olive oil. There's a new healthy oil found all your favorite items, including everything from salad dressings to desserts. Safflower oil, also know as Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, is made by cold pressing safflower seeds, and the result provides an oil packed wi... | null | null | null | null | null |
5 Ways to Fake a Gorgeous Glow
Follow these tips to feel confident on the beach with your friends and family.
We're all about looking and feeling good on the beach, but when it comes to your health, it's got to be safety first.
Even if you feel better when you're bronzed, limited exposure to the sun without proper prot... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Is It Normal for Your Face to Turn Red After Washing?
By: Amanda MacMillan | Updated: Mar 31, 2021
What happens when washing your face leads to an unwanted complexion consequences?
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There are times when rosy red cheeks or a flushed forehead are perfectly normal -- when your boss ca... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Should I not wash my face if it's dry?
You've been slathering on moisturizer like it's your job, but your face remains dry, tight and flaky. You might be tempted to forgo cleansing, hoping to preserve a scant amount of natural, hydrating oils on your parched and peeling skin. But is that a god idea?
If your... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Should you wash your face with warm or cold water?
When it comes too washing your face, you should aim to use water that's not too hot or too cold.
Have you ever heard that washing your face with very cold water might help tighten the skin and prevent or minimize wrinkles? Or that washing your face with ste... | null | null | null | null | null |
Does honey and lemon juice face wash really work?
Honey and lemon make a winning combination for your skin.
When you're home sick with a cold or flu, there's nothing more soothing than a mug of tea garnished with a generous dollop of honey and a hefty slice of lemon. But the winning team formed by these simple, readily... | null | null | null | null | null |
Oil may be the answer to your skin-care needs.
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Consuming olive oil can have heart-healthy benefits and swallowing a spoonful of castor oil may help with digestion, but should you use these kitchen staples as part of your skin-care routine? These easy-on-the-budget oils may just be a great ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Does Toothpaste Really Dry Out Your Acne?
Toothpaste treats acne: fact or fiction?
We've all been there: A pimple is threatening to ruin a first date, photo opportunity or important meeting.
Desperate times can call for desperate measures. Whether your best friend in high school swore by it, or you tried it... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Should You Wash Your Face with Bleach?
You want to put this on your face?
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Bleach can make your bathrooms spic and span, but can it do the same for your skin? If you've never heard of it before, the idea of using bleach on your face as a cleansing tool, acne solution, or way to help yo... | null | null | null | null | null |
Are chocolate face masks bad for your skin?
Chocolate face mask are packed with antioxidants your skin needs.
Made from antioxidant-rich cocoa, chocolate has become known for its heart-healthy benefits. The sweet stuff contains flavonoids, which protect cells from free radical damage that can lead to heart disease and ... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Make a Homemade Face Mask
You can use a simple scrub or an entire exfoliation mask.
Scan the shelves of your local pharmacy or beauty supply store, and you'll see plenty of tubs and tubes filled with ready-to-slather face masks. But what if you could get the same benefits -- clearer skin, a brighter complexion, ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is it bad to use makeup remover wipes to clean your face?
Makeup remover wipes are helpful but not a replacement for face wash.
We all know how important it is to wash your face before you hit the hay, but sometimes the task can be surprisingly hard after a long day or late night out. Luckily, you've got a packet of pr... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: How Can Baking Soda Benefit the Skin On Your Face?
Baking soda may be a cheap, easy way to cleanse and exfoliate your skin.
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Could that box of baking soda that's minimizing odors in your fridge double as a superstar skin-care product? According to an interview in the French Elle magazine, Em... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Is it important that your face wash be antibacterial?
Take a stroll down any drugstore beauty aisle and you'll be faced with a slew of face wash options. With products boasting alluring claims like "oil-free" and "acne-fighting," knowing which formula is best for you can be tricky.
And while it might seem l... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Natural Sea Sponges and Your Skin
For anyone who's ever snorkeled, it's hard to imagine using any of the flora and fauna on the ocean floor on your body. But take a stroll through beauty department at any store, and you'll see a mix of natural and synthetic sponges. The man-made sponges may be more prominen... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: pH-Balanced Skin Cleansers
If you pay any attention at all to advertisements or product labels, you've probably seen the term "pH balanced" associated with everything from soap to shampoo to astringent. You probably assume it's a good thing. After all, why else would the manufacturers of personal care produ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Soy: should it be in your face wash?
From tofu to milk, soy has become a hot ingredient in recent yearsβand not just in the dairy aisle. Skin-care companies often include soy in products such as face washes and creams. Usually targeted toward people with sensitive skin, soy cleansers tend to be gentler than... | null | null | null | null | null |
Should I Use A Glycolic Face Wash?
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Glycolic acid is found in numerous skin-care products, from scrubs to toners, but will using it in your facial cleanser give you gorgeous skin?
Using a glycolic face wash can help brighten skin, and help with acne and oily skin, says Dr. Jeffrey Dover, ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Should you use a face cleansing brush?
In recent years, electric face cleansing brushes -- particularly the Clarisonic and less expensive options by Olay, Neutrogena and other brands -- have grown popular among dermatologists and consumers. These high-powered beauty tools feature vibrating heads that clean and exfoliat... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Does soda cause breakouts?
Soda contains ingredients that can harm your skin.
If you had acne as a teen, you probably heard a million times that you should stay away from junk foods like soda and potato chips. And while mom was right that these foods are unhealthy, the relationship between diet and acne is ... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Prevent Wrinkles on Your Face
There are plenty of ways to try to erase the wrinkles that have already appeared, but why not prevent them before they ever show up? Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images
Excuse the pun but, let's face it, at some point during your long, healthy life, you're going to get at least one wrinkle. ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Can carrying an umbrella protect your skin?
It looks chic, but can it protect your complexion?
When it comes to sun protection, you probably know that wearing sunscreen is a must. But if you've ever traveled during the summer, you've likely seen everyone from tourists to little old ladies carrying umbrellas... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Can the sun cure acne?
Whether you're an adult or a teen, chances are, you've dealt with acne at some point in your life. No matter your age, acne can be uncomfortable and downright embarrassing, and you've probably tried a variety of home remedies, including sunbathing. While a little sunshine may seem lik... | null | null | null | null | null |
Sometimes acne has a habit of making you want to hide your face.
You probably remember your mother scolding you to, "Stop touching your face, it'll cause pimples!" throughout your teenage years. And while fear of breakouts (and your mother) may have made you sit on your hands, we wanted to know for sure, was mom right?... | null | null | null | null | null |
Quick Tips: Is it bad to sweat with makeup on?
Can I cause a breakout by working out with my makeup on?
You've got exactly an hour for your lunch break -- just enough time to change into gym clothes, squeeze in a quick workout and shower before heading back to the office. You barely have time to reapply your makeup aft... | null | null | null | null | null |
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