Skin Care

Botox Fights Depression And Makes You Feel Happier
by eNotAlone.com
Psychologists suggest that Botox anti-wrinkle treatment is not just an elixir of youth, but it also can make people feel less depressed and more happy. The experts believe that the effect of the Botulinum Toxin A - or Botox - by paralyzing

Caffeine May Help Prevent Skin Cancer
by eNotAlone.com
Caffeine could be helpful in protection against the most common form of skin cancer, if added to sunscreen, according to new findings. Non-melanoma skin cancer, which rarely metastasize or leads to lethal outcome, is the most common form of cancer

The Mother and Her Child
by William S. Sadler, M.D., Lena K. Sadler, M.D.
One of the earliest skin troubles that the average normal child suffers from is prickly heat - a tiny, red-pointed rash always accompanied by sweating and usually resulting from over-dressing, stuffy rooms

Physiology and Hygiene for Secondary Schools
by Francis M. Walters
Protective coverings are found at all the exposed surfaces of the body. These vary considerably at different places, each being adapted to the conditions under which it serves.

Hygienic Physiology: with Special Reference to the Use of Alcoholic Drinks and Narcotics
by Joel Dorman Steele, Ph.D.
A protection from the outer world, it is our only means of communicating with it. Insensible itself, it is the organ of touch. It feels the pressure of a hair, yet bears the weight of the body.

Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine
by George M. Gould, M.D., Walter L. Pyle, M.D.
Ichthyosis is a disease of the skin characterized by a morbid development of the papillae and thickening of the epidermic lamellae; according as the skin is affected over a larger or smaller area, or only the epithelial lining of the follicles

Maintaining Health
by R. L. Alsaker
The skin is neglected and abused. Very few realize how important it is to give this organ the necessary attention. If we were living today as our ancestors doubtless lived, we could neglect the skin, as they did. They wore little or no clothing.

A Handbook of Health
by Woods Hutchinson
Man is the only animal that has no natural suit of clothing. Birds have feathers, and animals have fur, or hair, which they shed in summer and thicken up in winter without even thinking about it, so that they do not have to bother with either overcoats

Skin Cancer: Safer Fun in the Summer Sun
by National Institute of Health
Any diagnosis of cancer can be frightening - including skin cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. However, skin cancer accounts for less than 1 percent of all cancer deaths; 85% to 95% of all cases are cured.

Skin Care and Aging : Age Spots, Shingles and Bruising
by National Institute on Aging
All skin cancers could be cured if they were discovered and brought to a doctor's attention before they had a chance to spread. Therefore, you should check your skin regularly. The most common warning sign of skin cancer is a change on the skin

Skin Care and Aging
by National Institute on Aging
Americans spend billions of dollars each year on skin care products that promise to erase wrinkles, lighten age spots, and eliminate itching, flaking, or redness. But the simplest and cheapest way to keep your skin healthy and young looking is to stay out

Tanning Lamps
by Health Canada
Exposure to ultraviolet A and B radiation can cause sunburn, damage to your eyes, and other health effects, including an increased risk of skin cancer. If you choose to use tanning lamps, you should be aware of the hazards involved so you can take steps

Sunscreens and Exposure to UV Radiation, Rays
by Health Canada
More Canadians are using sunscreens to protect themselves from the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Exposure to UV radiation, primarily UVB, can cause sunburns and may eventually result in skin cancer.

Cosmetic Laser Treatments
by Health Canada
Laser technology is being used for an increasing number of cosmetic treatments. Examples include hair reduction, skin resurfacing for wrinkle reduction and/or treatment of acne scars, removal of pigmented blemishes (e.g., age spots and moles)

Cosmetic Products Ingredient Labelling
by Health Canada
A cosmetic is defined as a substance or mixture of substances manufactured, sold or represented for use in cleansing, improving or altering your complexion, skin, hair or teeth. This includes beauty preparations (make-up, perfume, skin cream, nail polish)

Cosmetics and Your Health
by Health Canada
Cosmetics and grooming aids are part of almost every Canadian's daily routine. Therefore, it is important to know that cosmetics can cause unexpected results, even health risks, if they are not used correctly.

A Cosmeceutical and Lifestyle Approach
Beyond Botox: 7 Strategies for Sexy, Ageless Skin Without Needles or Surgery
by Ben Kaminsky, Howard Kaminsky
Over the years, as I created more and more cosmeceuticals for our family's needs and even therapies for friends and colleagues, I began to realize that these topical treatments could offer tremendous benefit to others too.

Miracle Cures or Marketing Myths?
Beyond Botox: 7 Strategies for Sexy, Ageless Skin Without Needles or Surgery
by Ben Kaminsky, Howard Kaminsky
The FDA cautions that the recent rise in the popularity of Botox has much to do with the manner in which it is marketed. For instance, some practitioners buy the toxin in bulk and arrange get-togethers (called Botox parties) for people who want

What's Wrong with Botox?
Beyond Botox: 7 Strategies for Sexy, Ageless Skin Without Needles or Surgery
by Ben Kaminsky, Howard Kaminsky
You look in the mirror on Monday morning and see the face of a middle-aged woman peering back at you. Who is that tired-looking person? Sure, you're not as young as you used to be ... and the small laugh lines around your mouth and eyes don't really

Teen and Tanning: Safety
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Parents of teen-agers are strongly encouraged by public health experts and medical professionals to discuss with their kids the dangers of indoor tanning equipment, and even to discourage its use.