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Doing Drugstore: Aveeno Positively Ageless Warming Scrub
I had one severe case of dry, peeling skin, and I had it bad. My chin and mouth area were flakier than both Heidi and Spencer Pratt combined. I needed one mighty fine exfoliator, and I needed it stat.
Beauty Byte: Sun Exposure Causes Increased Genetic Mutations
Do you ever wonder why some people seem to age at a rapid pace, while others look years younger than what their birth certificate might suggest? That's just what P&G Beauty scientists recently sought to discover, using genomics to learn more about the aging of skin.
While lower levels of collagen, increased inflammation, and a decrease in hydration-enhancing molecules in the skin all contribute to aging, there's one other factor that might surprise you.
What Happens When You Skip the Sunscreen? More Than You'd Think.
As if I didn't reiterate it enough, sunscreen should be a daily essential. Horrifying sunburns, anyone? Besides lobster-red tones from head to toe, what would happen to your skin if you skipped the 'screen?
Does Sex Benefit the Complexion?
Don't ask me where I came up with this post idea. Ahem. Not surprisingly, there are many health benefits to sex, including a decrease in stress levels, an increase in burned calories, and boosted immunity, to name a few.
Is Your Makeup Aging You? Part Three
There are times when we might want to look older than we are, and those times are typically set aside for Oct. 31. But when it comes to everyday life, could you be aging yourself unintentionally with the wrong shade choices and techniques?
Is Your Makeup Aging You? Part Two
I love the look of a heavily lined eye smoked out to perfection. What I don't love? When the smoke goes south, causing an unintentional "I haven't slept for days" shadowy appearance under the eyes.
Is Your Makeup Aging You? Part One
We all know that smoking and unprotected sun exposure can age you. But can your makeup techniques be making you look older as well? After noticing that my under-eye concealer was providing a more cakey, wrinkled effect than smooth and clean coverage, I took note.
Kick Aging in the Bum With Tips From Vogue.TV
BeautyFirst, a new program on Vogue.TV, offers up advice on all things beauty, health, and fitness — a program after my own heart. In this premiere episode, entitled "Preventative Beauty Secrets," dermatologist Dr. Lisa Airan dishes out her tips on slowing down the aging process.
How Much Sunscreen Is Enough?
Dr. Adrienne Denese is a leading expert on the topic of skin care, particularly when it comes to antiaging regimens. She's got a complete line of products available on QVC, from sun protection to antiacne formulations.
Do Your Hands Show Your True Age?
There's an old saying that no matter how young your face looks, your hands will give your age away. Concerned about your hands not looking their best? Keep hydrated, wear sunscreen, and rely on antiaging creams to keep them looking supple, like Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Age Shield Hand Cream ($6.70), which has an SPF of 30; Sally Hansen Age Correct Retinol Hand Creme ($6.50), formulated with collagen and antioxidants; and L'Occitane Immortelle Young Hands SPF 15 ($32), which helps to fade away discolorations.
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