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Reward Yourself for Not Smoking!
Giving up smoking isn't about what you're giving up, but what you're gaining. For many successful former smokers, making that "reward" a bit more tangible helped them get through the difficult early days. Here are some of the ways they rewarded themselves.
"I then treated myself to outr... | null | null | null | null | null |
Whether you're addicted to smoking or you want to know the connection between the phrase "quit smoking health benefit" or not, learning about smoking and health is important to making better decisions about smoking or might help you want to quit smoking more. Most smokers are aware of specific risks associated with smo... | null | null | null | null | null |
Maybe you've thought about giving up tobacco but just never seem to get there. It might help to explore your reasons or to take small steps toward overcoming your habit.
Advantages of Quitting Smoking
Your decision to stop using tobacco could be one of the most important you'll ever make for your future health and well... | null | null | null | null | null |
Congratulations on taking steps to being tobacco free. The goal is avoid using cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco or snuff.
To get started, click on the statement below that best describes your stage of readiness. As you begin this process, you may want to keep a journal in which to answer the questions you'll be as... | null | null | null | null | null |
Create the Spa Experience at Home!
In today's stress-filled world, a visit to a spa can provide much-needed rejuvenation for body and soul. While there is no substitute for being pampered by someone else's hands, you need not spend a small fortune to experience the benefits of a day or two at the spa. In fact, you can ... | null | null | null | null | null |
How Do You Spend Your Time?
Where does your time go? And how can you set better priorities?
Print and fill out the time chart at right to track the way you spend your time over several days.
For each activity, estimate or record the number of hours you spend. If you can think of an activity not listed, enter it in the ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Believe it or not, daily meditation can have a great impact on your sense of calm. Learning how to meditate for only 20 minutes a day can have significant health changes. Whether or not you have a daily meditation in mind or not, regular meditation can create sense out of our hectic lives. This meditation article addre... | null | null | null | null | null |
In today's economic upheavals, workplace stress is on everyone's mind. Downsizing, layoffs, mergers and bankruptcies have cost hundreds of thousands of workers their jobs and cause uncomfortable, stressful situations in the workplace. Millions more workers have been shifted to unfamiliar tasks within their companies an... | null | null | null | null | null |
The Zen of Fishing
A few years ago, around my 39th birthday, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It wasn't a terrible case, as these things go, but it undeniably introduced a new dimension of stress into my life.
Judging from the notices for support groups and yoga and meditation classes posted in the waiting room wher... | null | null | null | null | null |
Endometriosis Lifestyle Tips
1. Cut back on coffee to cope with endometriosis
Limit your coffee consumption to no more than two cups per day, and avoid other sources of caffeine, to minimize your chances of suffering more severe disease. A recent study of nearly 500 women aged 36 to 45 showed that those who drank more ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Maturing from girlhood to womanhood is an exciting and challenging phase of life. Now is the time to take charge of your health, understand those changes, be on the look out for red flags and establish good health habits for a lifetime.
Your first period
Some key issues for a woman during this time of life include gett... | null | null | null | null | null |
Women between 25 and 40 have special health needs. See staying healthy pictures to learn more.
Looking good and feeling good happen for those women who invest at least a little effort into maintaining their health. The key? Moderation.
Recognizing the symptoms of stress
Juggling professional life, family schedules, mon... | null | null | null | null | null |
The first line of treatment for urinary stress incontinence — leaking urine when you cough, sneeze, or laugh—is pelvic-floor strengthening exercises called Kegels.
To do Kegels, squeeze the muscle you use to stop the stream of urine and hold for a count of three. You can feel your vagina contract if you're doing this c... | null | null | null | null | null |
Self-Discovery Through Journaling
When Tana Fletcher first heard about journaling, she wasn't impressed — until she tried it. "I thought it was a Dear Diary type of thing. I remember from growing up and writing, Dear Diary, today Johnny looked at me," says Tana. "But journaling is different because I put my emotions on... | null | null | null | null | null |
Nasal Allergies Overview
If you have nasal allergies, you're more sensitive than others to certain substances. These substances are usually considered harmless, such as pollen or mold. They cause an allergic reaction in your nose, eyes, and sinuses, triggering symptoms such as stuffiness, itching, runny nose, and water... | null | null | null | null | null |
For some people, nasal allergy symptoms are mild. For others, they're severe. Anyone who has nasal allergies knows these common symptoms well:
Sneezing. The nasal mucosa membrane protects the inside of your nose against invasion by foreign substances. When something irritates this membrane, you sneeze. The sneeze is an... | null | null | null | null | null |
Avoid Allergy Triggers
Once you have a good idea of what your allergy triggers are, you can develop strategies to avoid them. The list below contains some items that could be causing your allergy symptoms. You'll learn how to avoid them. Some of these tips may seem difficult or time-consuming, but they should help you ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Conditions Related to Allergies
Individuals with nasal allergies can sometimes develop other medical problems that are related to allergies or have symptoms that are similar to allergy symptoms.
Your sinuses are hollow cavities located behind your nose and above your eyes. When your nose becomes swollen and congested w... | null | null | null | null | null |
Preventing Allergic Reactions and Allergy Symptoms
The symptoms of nasal allergy can make your life miserable. They can get in the way of everything you want to do from getting enough rest at night to finding the energy even for routine tasks. But they don't have to hold that much power over you. There are things you c... | null | null | null | null | null |
Medical Conditions That Can Mimic Allergies
Cold or flu. Viruses that cause colds and flu start a defensive inflammatory reaction that results in a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and watering eyes. These symptoms can be indistinguishable from allergy symptoms.
Karen Serrano, MD "Medical Conditions That Can Mimic Aller... | null | null | null | null | null |
Will exercise help my nasal allergy?
A good time to exercise outdoors if you have seasonal allergies is in the morning or on cooler days with little wind.
Will I have a reaction if I exercise outside since I'm allergic to outdoor allergens? Not necessarily. Where and when you exercise can make a difference. Choose a pl... | null | null | null | null | null |
See your options for treating or avoiding allergies.
Allergy experts agree there are three key ways to treat nasal allergies:
avoiding what triggers allergy symptoms
taking medication to prevent or relieve the allergy symptoms
taking allergy shots (immunotherapy) to reduce your sensitivity to triggers
When choosing an ... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to decide. To discover whether taking allergy medications is the right approach for you, ask yourself three questions:
Am I unable to completely avoid my allergens?
Are my allergy symptoms making my life uncomfortable?
Do I want better control of my nasal allergies?
If you answered "yes" to one or more of these que... | null | null | null | null | null |
Changing Your Lifestyle to Improve Allergies
Having nasal allergies doesn't mean that you can't stay healthy and active. Follow these good health principles:
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Don't smoke, and stay away from secondhand smoke. Cigarette smoke can trigger nasal allergies and make allergy symptoms worse.
Exercisin... | null | null | null | null | null |
Choosing an Allergy Specialist
Your first stop in finding treatment for your nasal allergies is your primary care doctor. Your doctor may refer you to an allergy specialist for further treatment of your allergies.
Your Primary Care Doctor
This is your so-called regular doctor whom you see for most of your health concer... | null | null | null | null | null |
Cromolyn Sodium for Treating Allergies
When You Take Cromolyn Sodium to Treat Allergies
Cromolyn sodium may be taken up to 6 times daily as directed.
Start using it before your allergy symptoms begin.
It is most effective in preventing allergic reactions or relieving allergy symptoms if you use it continually as direct... | null | null | null | null | null |
Signs of Allergies in the Nose
Other Tests You May Need
Your doctor may do a number of other routine tests to help determine if you have nasal allergies. These include blood counts, liver and kidney function screens, and urine examinations. Tests such as these help rule out other health conditions. Finally, your doctor... | null | null | null | null | null |
What do I need to know about intranasal corticosteroids?
When You Take Intranasal Corticosteroids Intranasal corticosteroids are a powerful medicine that keeps symptoms from starting.
They often work for people who can't get relief from traditional treatment.
Be patient. It may take several days before you see results.... | null | null | null | null | null |
What is my doctor looking for with a physical exam?
What does my doctor look for in my nose?
What other tests might I need?
Your doctor may do a number of other routine tests. These include blood counts, liver and kidney function screens, and urine examinations. Tests such as these help rule out other health conditions... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting rid of a pet is not an option for some people. If you choose to keep your pet, take these steps to try and reduce your symptoms.
Pet-proof your bedroom. Make your sleeping area pet free. Replace bedding and carpets or floor covering if your pet has been in this area.
Bobbie Hasselbring "Keeping a Pet to Which Y... | null | null | null | null | null |
Cat Allergies and Dog Allergies
Almost half of US households have one or more pets. While dogs, rabbits, birds, and other pets are a common cause of allergic reactions, cats are the most allergenic, or allergy-causing, pet. Almost 28% of the homes in the US have at least one cat.
The cause of the allergic reaction is n... | null | null | null | null | null |
Outdoor Allergies Quiz artpartner-images/Photographer's Choice/Getty Images
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, nasal allergies can make traveling a nightmare. First choose a location that's relatively free of the allergens to which you're most allergic. Then follow these tips to ease allergy symptoms.
B... | null | null | null | null | null |
Allergen-free Gardens
Following certain tips can help you reduce allergen exposure in your garden.
Q. I am an avid gardener but an allergy sufferer and I find myself avoiding going out in the garden in pollen season. Is there any hope of having at the very least a low allergy garden?
A. Research has always shown that t... | null | null | null | null | null |
If you experience allergy symptoms in the summer, you might be allergic to grass pollen.
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Substances you are exposed to only at certain times of the year, such as plant pollens, cause seasonal allergies. Of all the substances that can trigger an allergy, pollen is one ... | null | null | null | null | null |
COX-2 inhibitors are a new generation of NSAIDs that are highly effective in reducing joint pain and inflammation as well as the joint stiffness associated with osteoarthritis. They cause fewer side effects involving the stomach than regular NSAIDs. For this reason, doctors often prescribe them for patients who are sen... | null | null | null | null | null |
Most medications for osteoarthritis help ease your pain. They may also be anti-inflammatory. Medications usually block pain where it starts - in the brain. Although you may feel pain in a particular spot, such as in your knee, the pain messages come from your brain. Another way medications work is to prevent your body ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, called NSAIDs
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, called NSAIDs, reduce pain, inflammation, and joint stiffness, which can improve your quality of life. People with severe joint symptoms may find better pain relief with NSAIDs as compared with analgesics. Your doctor may recommen... | null | null | null | null | null |
Each statement below that applies to you increases your risk for osteoarthritis.
I am man aged 65 or older.
I am a woman older than age 55.
I had an injury to a joint.
I have a job or a hobby that requires me to use a single joint over and over again.
I have weak muscles.
I am overweight.
Do you think you are at risk f... | null | null | null | null | null |
The biggest risk in exercising when you have osteoarthritis is exercising too much. You should not start an exhausting or overly strenuous exercise program. Doing so will cause more damage. Instead, start at a low level and progress slowly to avoid joint injury. Starting at a low level of intensity also prevents you fr... | null | null | null | null | null |
How does muscle weakness affect my risk for osteoarthritis?
Muscle weakness can both increase the risk for osteoarthritis and result from osteoarthritis. In the workings of a normal joint, muscles allow the joint to move and help keep the joint stable. Weak muscles tire easily and respond more slowly. Eventually, this ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Will exercise help my osteoarthritis?
Regular exercise can help:
strengthen muscles that support joints
increase flexibility
reduce joint pain and stiffness
improve your ability to perform daily tasks
increase your stamina
help you maintain your ideal weight
Some people can't imagine exercising when they have arthritis... | null | null | null | null | null |
Since many conditions that affect bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage cause pain, it's essential to give details to your doctor about your pain. Doing so can help your doctor distinguish between osteoarthritis and other conditions.
What to Tell About Your Pain
Be sure to tell your doctor the follo... | null | null | null | null | null |
You will be better able to manage stress in your life if you:
find ways to change negative thinking
build a support system
learn to relax
Did you know that stress can negatively impact your arthritis? Stress can increase muscle tension, which can be related to increased pain among people with osteoarthritis and rheumat... | null | null | null | null | null |
What should I do when arthritis symptoms get worse?
If your symptoms get worse, call your doctor or another member of your treatment team right away. Be prepared to discuss your symptoms, how they have worsened, and what, if anything, you have changed about your daily routine.
If your symptoms seem to be staying the sa... | null | null | null | null | null |
To ease your pain, you can take medications, adopt a healthier lifestyle, or use a relaxation technique to help calm your mind and body. If you would like to learn more about how medication and relaxation techniques can help, read on. See Can changing my lifestyle help my arthritis? to learn more about what to eat and ... | null | null | null | null | null |
What should I tell the doctor about my arthritis symptoms?
To make sure you get the most out of your time, be prepared to answer the following questions:
What are your risk factors?
When did your symptoms begin?
How often do your symptoms occur?
Are symptoms constant, or do they come and go?
What do your symptoms feel ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Many people who have asthma also have allergies. It is common for your asthma triggers to include things that you have contact with every day and are allergic to, such as:
Know Your Allergies
Allergic reactions cause asthma symptoms to flare up. This can be annoying for some people and a medical emergency for others. Y... | null | null | null | null | null |
Working With Your Asthma Action Plan
Talk to your doctor if you don't have an Asthma Action Plan or if you need to review or revise the one that you have.
Your Asthma Action Plan should be used, reviewed, updated regularly to reflect changes, and shared with others including school staff, coworkers, and family members.... | null | null | null | null | null |
Asthma Emergency
When Asthma Symptoms Become Severe
An asthma attack can lead to a medical emergency if asthma symptoms are not controlled. Get medical help right away if you experience any one of the following signs.
Your peak flow is in the red zone. This means it is less than half of your usual reading, 50% or less ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Asthma Symptoms
As you talk to other people with asthma you will discover that asthma symptoms are different for each and every person and can change for each and every asthma event or episode. Some asthma attacks are mild and may not be very noticeable. Sometimes the asthma symptoms can be very uncomfortable and serio... | null | null | null | null | null |
Asthma Tests
Even if you have all the common asthma symptoms, your doctor will usually only diagnose asthma after testing how well your lungs work. Airways with asthma are different than normal airways. They are more reactive and sensitive.
Common Asthma Tests
Spirometry: One of the most common tests to determine how w... | null | null | null | null | null |
Triggers are the things to which your airways are very sensitive — things that cause irritation or allergic reactions. These same things may not even bother other people. Contact with triggers can cause reactions that may intensify enough to set off an asthma attack when symptoms flare up. These triggers can cause you ... | null | null | null | null | null |
You probably have asthma, or care about someone with asthma, and are hoping to get it under control. As you know, with asthma there are good days and not-so-good days. You feel good when it is under control. When breathing is difficult, or you feel as though your condition is running your life, it can make you miserabl... | null | null | null | null | null |
Dry powder asthma inhalers have a various types of delivery systems. The instructions on this page are for general information only. Always follow the directions that come with the specific inhaler you use. Your doctor should teach you how to use the inhaler correctly.
How to use a dry powder inhaler for asthma:
Load a... | null | null | null | null | null |
Identifying Asthma Symptoms
Certain symptoms may be signs that you have asthma. Yet, symptoms can be misleading and are not always enough to give a definite diagnosis of asthma.
Facts About Asthma Symptoms
Asthma symptoms can occur in reaction to contact with triggers such as pollen, dust, mold, cold air, smoke, chemic... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to use a metered-dose inhaler for asthma:
Shake the inhaler for 5 to 10 seconds.
Hold your inhaler upright with the mouthpiece at the bottom.
Stand or sit upright.
Open your mouth and place inhaler 1 to 2 inches away.
Alternatively, you can use a spacer. See instructions below on how to use a spacer with your asthm... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to use a nebulizer for asthma:
Sit in a chair or on a bed.
Write down the start and stop time (approximately 15 to 20 minutes is needed per session). If interrupted, turn the nebulizer off so you don't waste the medication.
Measure the prescribed amount of the medicine and any additional solution as prescribed by y... | null | null | null | null | null |
Peak Flow Readings
Peak flow readings measure peak expiratory flow (peak flow) rates. This measurement looks at how well your airways are working.
Since peak flow rates can change easily, they are not used alone to diagnose asthma. In some situations, though, peak flow readings may be used when spirometry is normal and... | null | null | null | null | null |
Self Care for Asthma
Treating asthma is more than just taking medicine. It is vital that you take care of your general health, too. Here are self-care strategies to help you reach your asthma treatment goals.
Caring for Your Health
See your doctor for regular health checkups.
Make physical activity part of your daily l... | null | null | null | null | null |
Spirometry measures how much air your lungs can hold and how fast you can move the air in and out. Spirometry testing takes place in a doctor's office, medical clinic, laboratory, or hospital. To perform this test, you will be asked to breathe into a sanitary tube as hard as you can and for as long as you can. The tech... | null | null | null | null | null |
Types of Asthma
After your doctor determines that you have asthma, your asthma will be classified based on how serious and frequent your asthma symptoms are. This classification will help you and your doctor work together to monitor and treat your asthma. You and your doctor will create a personal Asthma Action Plan ba... | null | null | null | null | null |
What Causes Asthma
Your airways work like a system of tubes. Air travels in through your mouth or nose and moves through the main pathway in your throat called the trachea. From there, it flows down into your lungs through two smaller tubes called the main bronchi and into even smaller tubes, called bronchioles, and fi... | null | null | null | null | null |
Choose activities that will benefit autistic children in the areas that are tough for them.
You've probably seen bumper stickers that look like puzzles calling for the cure for autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), as well as hundreds of books, articles and news pieces on what causes them. It's called a spectrum because so... | null | null | null | null | null |
Behavior, Human, the reaction, or response, of a person to a given situation. Some kinds of behavior are inborn, or native —for example, the reflex of swallowing or grasping. Most, such as typing or riding a bicycle, are learned (acquired through experience or training).
Some psychologists classify reactions as follows... | null | null | null | null | null |
Fear, an emotion aroused by an unfamiliar, sudden, or threatening situation, and usually accompanied by a desire or attempt to escape the danger or threat. Bodily symptoms of fear include speeded-up heartbeat and breathing rate, increased blood pressure, trembling, dry mouth and throat, and interference with digestive ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Regression, in psychology, reverting to behavior that is less mature than is normal for a person's age and personality. Regression is probably caused by frustration, or the thwarting of some desire or mature way of acting. When a new child is born into a family, for example, a five-year-old may revert to using baby tal... | null | null | null | null | null |
Cloth or disposable: Which one is right for your young one?
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One of the first decisions new parents have to make is whether to use cloth or disposable diapers for their newborn. This topic has been an active debate since the advent of disposable diapers, which made the lives of ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Activities for Kids with Speech Impediments
Reinforce the progress your child makes in speech therapy with these activities.
It's normal for a kid to start out not being able to pronounce certain sounds. The irregular pronunciation usually becomes a part of the family vocabulary. But sometimes, those speech irregularit... | null | null | null | null | null |
Your medical records may be this comprehensive, but it is important to put them in a safe, convenient location.
Many families have safety deposit boxes, fireproof safes, or lockboxes for their financial files or other valuables. Yet, one of the most important "collections" your family may have is that of medical record... | null | null | null | null | null |
Ultimate Guide to Halloween Safety
Like most indulgences, Halloween does come with some risks. See more Halloween pictures.
You have to figure any night involving costumes and buckets of candy is going to be a hit with the young crowd. And it is: In the United States, more than 90 percent of children aged 5 to 14 go tr... | null | null | null | null | null |
Ultimate Guide to Healthy Co-parenting
Children thrive on structure and consistency, so come together as a parenting team. See more parenting pictures.
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No one ever said that parenting is easy -- even when everyone is nestled happily under one roof. And a separation or... | null | null | null | null | null |
Belly Bands
Some belly bands can give you the extra back support you'll need during pregnancy. See more pregnancy pictures.
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Pregnancy can be one of the most amazing periods in a woman's life. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the most uncomfortable. There's morning sick... | null | null | null | null | null |
Start a Pregnancy Blog in 3 Easy Steps
Learn how to start a pregnancy blog in three easy steps. See pregnancy pictures.
Congratulations, you're pregnant! It's amazing how overwhelming those three little words can be -- you may find yourself overflowing with happiness and anxiety all wrapped up in a nine-month wait. Thi... | null | null | null | null | null |
Stretch marks accompany at least 50 percent of pregnancies. See more pregnancy pictures.
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There are women who glow when they're with child. Their skin is clear, their hair is lustrous and they generally become more beautiful with each passing trimester.
And then there's the other 90 percent ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is YouTube safe for kids?
Parents can't always watch over a child's shoulder when they're online, but some Web sites are helping parents filter content. See more parenting pictures.
Kids are spending more time online than ever. The Nielsen Company reports that in May 2009, children ages 2 to 11 made up 9.5 percent of t... | null | null | null | null | null |
Healthy Aging Image Gallery Without the padding of soft tissue, wrinkles are sometimes more noticeable. See more healthy aging pictures.
There's an old saying that, as you get older, you need to choose between your face and your rear end. In other words, if you're skinny you'll look good from behind, but your face will... | null | null | null | null | null |
Few people admire the combination of facial hair and lipstick. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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There are various cultural viewpoints on body hair. In some places, shaved legs are the norm for females, while in others, leg hair on a woman is seen as attractive. Through... | null | null | null | null | null |
What kind of razor will work best for you? See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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Rushing to get ready, you throw on that great new dress. Leaning down to put on your heels, you discover that the pesky stubble you tackled yesterday is back with a vengeance. Or glancing at the mi... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery Before you decide on a hair removal method, examine all of the options and the potential risks. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
If you've got unwanted body hair, then you're probably always on the lookout for a better hair removal regimen -- preferably one that doesn't ... | null | null | null | null | null |
By: Susan L. Nasr | Updated: Feb 12, 2021
The Gillette Fusion offers five blades to keep your scruff at bay. Are all five really necessary to erase your five o'clock shadow? See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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Hold the shaving cream. You can now shave with up to five blades. That's how ma... | null | null | null | null | null |
By: John Barrymore | Updated: Feb 16, 2021
Personal Hygiene Image Gallery Natural aftershave may be better for sensitive skin. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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They say that clothes make the man, but a nice aftershave doesn't hurt either. Unfortunately, many sto... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is a reusable razor or a disposable razor really cheaper in the long run?
The first safety razors could leave your face lousy with nicks. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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Men have been shaving their faces for a long, long time. It's believed that the Neanderthals would use shar... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is it safe to shave my forearms?
Once you start shaving your forearms, you'll have to shave them often to keep them smooth. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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Everyone grows hair on their forearms, and while some people don't think twice about it, others just don't like the ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is it safe to wax my forearms?
You may be able to wait two weeks or more between waxing treatments. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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These days, there are very few parts of the body that are off-limits to waxing and shaving. People get rid of unwanted body hair... | null | null | null | null | null |
Will shaving my chest damage my skin?
Stubble may appear on your chest in as little as a day after shaving. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
For some men, shaving their chests is just like women shaving their legs -- it makes them feel better about their appearance. If you're considering shaving your ch... | null | null | null | null | null |
Personal Hygiene Image Gallery Those with sensitive skin may actually prefer shaving to waxing. See more pictures of personal hygiene practices.
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If it seems like you're constantly shaving, you might be in the market for a better and longer-lasting way to get smooth, hair-free skin. Waxi... | null | null | null | null | null |
That sun will get you if you don’t take a few simple steps to protect your skin while backpacking. See more extreme sport pictures.
We expose our bodies to a wide variety of conditions, not all of them skin-friendly. If you pay attention to your skin, you probably follow some kind of skin care regimen. This process pro... | null | null | null | null | null |
Working out helps to boost your blood flow, which can improve the way your skin looks.
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Tight abs. Shapely thighs. A beach-ready silhouette. Most people know that exercise is the key to a killer body, but that's the not the only reason to exercise. Hitting the gym can also put a glow on you... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery As children, we’re taught that sharing is a good thing. And, it is -- except when the item at hand is makeup. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
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You can share your secrets, your hopes and your dreams with your friends. However, dermatologists... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery Sweeping blush across your cheeks can help brighten your complexion and give off a healthy glow. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
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You want to present the best face possible to the world. To many people, a bright, glowing complexion often mean... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery A few simple sweeps of bronzer can give your face a sun-kissed appearance. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
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The paradox of a suntan -- it makes you look healthier, but it's actually unhealthy for you. Few people can deny the appeal of a sun-... | null | null | null | null | null |
How to Find the Right Foundation
Mineral foundations typically don't contain chemicals, dyes or preservatives found in traditional makeup. See pictures of makeup tips.
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If you've ever applied makeup, you probably know that the goal is to look like you're not wearing any makeup at all. Unless ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery There are lots of tools to choose from to help make your eyes stand out. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
When asked what characteristic they notice first about someone new, people often respond "the eyes." Because the eyes are such a prominent feature, it's no surprise ... | null | null | null | null | null |
Is makeup bad for acne?
You use makeup to cover up blemishes, but can it also aggravate acne-prone skin? See pictures of makeup tips.
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Whether you're a teenager enduring the trials of puberty or an adult dealing with a surprise onslaught of wonky hormones, acne can make you want to pull a... | null | null | null | null | null |
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery If you want to cover up freckles, foundation can do the trick. See more pictures of getting beautiful skin.
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Will my face break out if I get a facial?
Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery Overzealous blackhead extraction is perhaps the most common culprits for post-facial break outs. See more pictures of ways to get beautiful skin.
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Taking a cue from the ancients. See more pictures of ways to get beautiful skin.
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Getting Beautiful Skin Image Gallery Keep your money in the bank and give yourself a facial at home. See more pictures of ways to get beautiful skin.
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