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Steps to Stave Off Sun Damage

Steps to Stave Off Sun Damage

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By on May 16th, 2013

Q: I dread the thought of developing sun spots. What can I do to prevent them?

MyChelle Dermaceuticals licensed esthetician Catie Wiggy responds:

As the weather warms up, we find ourselves out and about enjoying the sunshine and all the beauty Mother Nature offers this time of year. Swimming pools, lakes, rivers and oceans are all calling out for us to swim and play. Being outdoors is wonderful, but you must remember skin care basics! With increased outdoor activity, remember that UVA/UVB rays from the sun contribute to more than half of the aging process. That’s right. The sun contributes to aging more than anything else. Who wants wrinkles, sun spots and sagging skin?

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Top Natural Sunscreens for Kids (and Moms!)

A Fair-Skinned Mom’s Guide to Sunscreen

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By on May 14th, 2013

Vitamin D is a wonderful, healthy benefit of the warm summer sun rays. Sunburns are not. The minor repercussions of sun overexposure include dry skin, premature aging, and skin discoloration. The major risk, as we all know now, is skin cancer. As someone who is extremely fair skinned (and I mean I don’t turn a color besides red, after which I peel and turn fish belly white again) I can’t mess around and be all lazier-faire about my sun exposure.

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Choosing a Sunscreen for Baby

Choosing a Sunscreen for Baby

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By on May 13th, 2013

Oh how babies love the beach! The wind tickles their tiny toes and makes them giggle; the sand is fun to sift through with chubby little hands; the ocean is a source of endless mystery and amusement. Not so amusing, however, is a baby with a sunburn. Not only can a burn cause temporary discomfort, but the damage to tender skin also can have long-term repercussions, and repeated burns can result in lesions and even skin cancer.

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Classic Skincare Tricks That Still Work

Oldies But Goodies: Classic Skincare Treatments That Still Work

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By on May 9th, 2013

Q: There are so many new skincare products and treatments available now. Do I need to ditch what I’ve been doing all my life for newer, better options?

MyChelle Dermaceuticals licensed esthetician Catie Wiggy responds:

It’s time we get back to the basics! With tighten this and brighten that, lift here and smooth there, we can get lost in what we really need to do for our skin. Everywhere we look there are new products screaming out at us that they will fix all of our skin issues. The truth is, there are actually some classic products and tricks that can keep your skin looking gorgeous at every stage of life.

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Add This “Moisture Magnet” to Your Skincare Routine

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By on May 6th, 2013

Q. I hear a lot about hyaluronic acid for skin care. What exactly is it? How does it work?

Dr. Linda Miles D. O. M. responds:

Hyaluronic acid is a remarkable, multi-benefit ingredient in skin care, so it’s no wonder you are hearing a lot about it. With magazines, TV shows, even Dr. Oz touting hyaluronic acid, it really has become a must-have in skin care products for those who want rich, superior moisture as well as anti-aging benefits.

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Squeeze in "Me Time" During Baby's Naptime

How to Squeeze in “Me” Time During Naptime

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By on May 6th, 2013

Who doesn’t love a mani-pedi every now and then, or maybe even a facial or massage? Once you become a mom, though, expensive spa sessions often become a distant memory. Who has time for “me” time when what you really need is to catch up on sleep! And even if you’re one of the few, enviably well-rested mamas out there, you might not have so much disposable income to spend on these kinds of indulgences, what with diapers, baby food and college savings account contributions draining your funds.

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