Don't Mistake Keratosis Pilaris for Acne
You may have Keratosis Pilaris and not even realize it, but if you do, you certainly aren't alone. Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin condition, but that doesn't make it any easier to live with. I’ve had it all my life, and I still struggle.Contributor: Sarah ClemensPublished: Mar 01, 2014 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - March 1, 2014 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
Eight Expert-Approved Ways To Treat And Prevent Acne
We're stoked to share our favorite story of the week from our sister site, LuckyMag.com!
Regardless of age or skin type, pesky pimples plague us all at one time or another. But while the occasional blemish might be inevitable, acne is a battle you can win. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - February 28, 2014 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty acne beauty products beauty tips face skin skincare Source Type: blogs
Remote, quantally channelled kinetic agitation
There are several scientists acting like the proverbial sharp stick, constantly poking the balloons of alternative remedy quacks until they burst. They assess the latest nonsensical claims of so-called complementary medicine and then give it a good poke with the sharp end. I do wonder if they ever manage to guilt-trip their targets into giving up their often ludicrous claims of panaceas based on infinitely dilute solutions, candles, stones, touchless massage etc. Of course, if one patient avoids being conned and seeks professional medical help in their time of need rather than turning to quackery and deferring treatments t...
Source: Sciencebase Science Blog - February 22, 2014 Category: Medical Scientists Authors: David Bradley Tags: Science Source Type: blogs
When does a cosmetic become a drug?
Doffy says…I’m curious as to how companies like FutureDerm and SkinCeuticals are allowed to sell their retinol and vitamin C products. Wouldn’t these products be considered drugs since they change the way the skin behaves?
The Beauty Brains respond:
That is a VERY insightful question Doffy. To be absolutely technically correct (given the strict definition of a drug) then yes retinol products COULD be considered drugs because they affect the physiology of skin. But there’s a LOT of gray area in that interpretation. Whether or not a product is a drug or a cosmetic really comes down to the product clai...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - February 21, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Randy Schueller Tags: Beauty Biz Claims Source Type: blogs
Gluten-free cosmetics: Mirabella
One issue I have not addressed very well in this wheat-free world is the issue of gluten-free cosmetics.
I certainly do not regard myself as an expert in makeup. So I tracked down someone who is: John Maly, founder and CEO of Mirabella cosmetics. John answered a few questions for us.
WB: What motivated you to get involved in the gluten-free cosmetic line?
JM: Mirabella is sold in salons. Since I have been in the salon industry my whole life, I knew the people in the salon world are very ingredient sensitive. They want to know what is in a product and why.
So when we launched Mirabella. We wanted to make certain tha...
Source: Wheat Belly Blog - February 21, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dr. Davis Tags: Gluten-free Cosmetics Source Type: blogs
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Source: Acne - Acne Vulgaris Discussions and Research - February 12, 2014 Category: Dermatologists Authors: ryan at yoderm.com Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: blogs
Does Mario Badescu Silver Powder really unclog pores?
Doffy90 says…Can this product really unplug pores? Not sure which ingredient would attribute this, the calcium carbonate maybe? Turns out it contains kaolin, which I guess “sucks” out the blackheads.
The Beauty Brains respond:
Let’s take a look at the product’s ingredients and claims.
Mario Badescu Silver Powder ingredients
It’s a simple formula containing only Calcium Carbonate, Kaolin, and Zinc Oxide. And here’s what the product claims:
“For excessive, stubborn blackheads, this oil absorbent powder will help to unclog congested pores. Prevents blackheads and promotes a he...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - February 10, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Randy Schueller Tags: Claims Source Type: blogs
Bully Nurse Harasses Parents of Unvaccinated Baby at Michigan Hospital
Conclusion
First of all, let me say, I believe that the majority of nurses are highly skilled, compassionate, hard-working health care professionals. For their long hours and their special touches, there is no adequate way to convey sufficient gratitude and respect.
However, for nurses like Lauren, there is no excuse for such inappropriate behavior. You can’t blame it on a bad day, or a long shift, or a lack of judgement. She violated moral guidelines. She violated principles of common sense. She failed to respect patient confidentiality. She may have even violated federal law. She negligently recommended a vaccine t...
Source: vactruth.com - January 26, 2014 Category: Health Medicine and Bioethics Commentators Authors: Missy Fluegge Tags: Missy Fluegge Top Stories chicken pox vaccine Detroit Medical Center Surgery Hospital HIPAA varicella Source Type: blogs
Unconventional Acne Scar Treatments: Hydrogen Peroxide, Aldactone, Tri-Luma Cream and More
Going beyond well known acne scar treatments to clear skinContributor: Paula Neal MooneyPublished: Jan 02, 2014 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - January 2, 2014 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
Winter Skin Rx: Hydrating Face Masks
Winter means dry, flaky skin. Even for those of us who suffer from acne outbreaks during the summer. (Really!) So rather than try to fix our flaking skin with harsh products, give your face a break with a well-deserved drink. You know, a surge of moisture. And what better way to give your face one than with a seriously hydrating moisturizing mask? (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - December 25, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Beauty beauty products face hydration skincare winter Source Type: blogs
Tips on how to Help Acne Scars Heal quicker
Pimples vulgaris, which is often often known as pimples, is a skin situation that tends to occur as a result of altering pores and skin situations. This disorder is principally precipitated because of the change in skin texture, hormonal modifications and changes in the hair follicle and sebaceous glands. It is believed that pimples is [...] (Source: Carin' For Karen)
Source: Carin' For Karen - December 24, 2013 Category: Cancer Authors: ArmandSledge Tags: Life in general Source Type: blogs
Anabolic Steroids like Trenbolone
In the last few decades, the focus of a big majority of athletes has shifted towards performance enhancing drugs such as anabolic steroids. The fact that these bodybuilding steroids or anabolic androgenic steroids can dramatically improve the level of on-field performance, strength, muscle mass, and endurance means that there is every reason that athletes admire these drugs.
Different athletes make use of different anabolic steroids for a wide range of purposes. While some use steroids to run faster and become more agile than ever, some use these potent drugs to hit harder and stay ahead of the competition, while others us...
Source: Mental Nurse - December 20, 2013 Category: Nurses Authors: Iqcguest Tags: Health anabolic steroids performance enhancing drugs Source Type: blogs
To solve a beauty problem would you join a new drug clinical trial?
I’ll be totally honest: most of the press releases I get are boring crap about the newest flavor of lip balm or something equally banal. But occasionally I do see something that catches my eye. Case in point, this website from Healthline that allows you to search for clinical trials in your area for a specific medical condition.
What does this have to do with beauty science, you ask?
I played around with the search function a little bit and was surprised to find how many new drug trials are underway for medical conditions that would also solve beauty problems. For example, I found tests for scaly skin medication, an...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - December 18, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Randy Schueller Tags: Beauty Biz Source Type: blogs
External use only – what does that mean for cosmetics?
Wade wonders… So I have started to use Nivea Creme on all parts of my body, including my lips. The tin says that the cream is “for external use only.” I would like to know the definition of: “for external use only,” specifically as it relates to the cosmetic world.
The Beauty Brains respond:
By definition all cosmetics are for external use only. To refresh your mind here is the legal definition of a cosmetic:
“The FD&C Act defines cosmetics as articles intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without af...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - November 30, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Randy Schueller Tags: Beauty Biz Source Type: blogs
The Beauty Brains Show Episode 06 – Which retinol is right for me?
This week Randy and I talk about how to pick the right retinol anti-aging product.
Click below to play Episode 06:”Which retinol is right for me?” or click “download” to save the MP3 file to your computer.
Show notes
This week’s question is a good one because “retinol” is easily confused with “retinoic acid,” a similar chemical that goes by a couple of different names. They both belong to a family of chemicals known as retinoids. Here’s the scoop on how to keep them straight.
Not all retinoids are the same
Retinoic acid (also known as Retin-A, tretinoin and sometimes by brand names ...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - November 26, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Perry RomanowskiThe Beauty Brains Tags: Best Podcast Source Type: blogs
