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“Can I Shrink My Pores?” – Get the Answer Here

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“Can I Shrink My Pores?” – Get the Answer Here

Among the many skin care questions we get asked, this one tops the list. Everyone wants to know how to shrink pores, what products to use, and whether or not the process is permanent. It’s not surprising when you think about it. More than ever, smartphone apps contain photo filters that blur the appearance of pores and make everyone look flawless. But let’s face it, pores are part of life, so figuring out what you can do about yours is our goal here. Types of Pores If you think all pores are the same, you’d be wrong. Don’t feel bad,...

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Get Better Skin in Winter with 5 Easy Steps

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Get Better Skin in Winter with 5 Easy Steps

While winter temperatures are a welcome relief from the summer heat, cold, dry air can wreak havoc on your skin. Wind can draw every last ounce of moisture from your skin, leaving you feeling flaky, itchy, and chapped. Take heart, though. With just a few simple tweaks, you can reduce moisture loss, stave off skin irritation, and protect your skin from the elements. Here are five easy ways to make your winter skin care routine more effective. #1 Take Shorter Showers When it's cold outside, a long, hot shower sounds heavenly. Unfortunately, the hotter the water, the drier your skin...

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What You Need to Know About Stem Cells and Growth Factors

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What You Need to Know About Stem Cells and Growth Factors

  “The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” —Frank Lloyd Wright With all of the rapid advances in skin care, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the language in the marketplace. New buzzwords pop up almost weekly, and it can be difficult to keep up with ingredients and what they’re supposed to do. Since we get a lot of questions about truly effective skin care treatments and new industry developments, we thought you’d enjoy a quick, but effective, overview of two of the most popular and controversial developments manufacturers and marketers are praising these days: stem cells and growth...

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Soap Is Soap, Right? Wrong!

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Soap Is Soap, Right? Wrong!

“What soap is to the body, laughter is to the soul.” —Yiddish Proverb Let’s be honest. When it comes to soap, most people think all products are the same. The goal, after all, is to remove dirt and oil while leaving your face squeaky clean, right? Um, wrong. That squeaky feeling that you originally interpreted as clean skin may, in fact, be a signal that you’re stripping away your skin’s natural moisture and leaving damage behind. Not exactly what you’re going for, is it? If this sounds familiar, then read on. We’re about to change the way you think about...

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4 Reasons Men Should Wash Their Face

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4 Reasons Men Should Wash Their Face

"The older you get the stronger the wind gets - and it's always in your face." -Pablo Picasso I get it. You’ve worked all day, you’re tired, and you just don’t feel like it. Washing your face can seem like a total pain. Is there a good reason to walk to the bathroom and wash your face? The answer is a resounding “YES!” and we are going to tell you why. #1 bacteria A recent study by the National Institutes of Health found a substantial portion of human respiratory tract infection is thought to be transmitted via contaminated hand contact...

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