November 26, 2011
Most women have little facial hair, apart from the eyebrows and the very fine vellus hair that covers most of the skin. Yet most women regularly remove facial hair and feel that they have excessive hair growth. So what is normal?
The amount of facial hair and its thickness and colour can change at various stages [...]
November 25, 2011
Many people have chosen to have a tattoo of their idol inked into their skin as a permanent reminder or source of inspiration.
It may not be such a sensible idea, however, as the associations that such an image can carry can be multiple and can be misinterpreted. The actress Megan Fox is one example. [...]
November 25, 2011
Acne affects many people, from adolescence to adulthood, and even if the breakout is only temporary, the signs can remain long after.
Acne has the unfortunate tendency to create scars that can take years to fade away. If inflammation and infection occur, the tissue surrounding the imperfection can be permanently damaged or destroyed.
This can often [...]
November 24, 2011
It could be argued that male body hair has been rendered useless and should therefore be removed for that very reason, but we all know that the decision if usually based on aesthetic reasons. The last few years have seen male body hair become less and less popular, as men take the hair-free route favoured [...]
November 24, 2011
Hirsutism can create real problems for women that go well beyond worrying about having smooth legs for summer. Often caused by a disorder that is associated with an excessive production of the male hormones androgens, women can find themselves with hair growing on their chin, chest and stomach.
Polycystic ovary syndrome is an example of a [...]
November 23, 2011
With winter now upon us once again, we can all look forward to colder temperatures and wintry weather. Unfortunately, the season we associate with rosy cheeks can play havoc with our complexions.
Exposure to cold, wind and rain can strip the skin of its natural moisture and leave it chapped and dry. Skin is also vulnerable [...]
November 23, 2011
X Factor judge Tulisa greets TV and studio audiences with a signature gesture: she holds her forearm across her chest, exposing the tattoo that is written along the outside oh her arm. The tattoo reads: The Female Boss…
While this in itself doesn’t pose any sort of problem, Tulisa has recently launched a new perfume range. [...]
November 22, 2011
If you have packed away your summer sunscreen at the back of the bathroom cabinet until next year, think again.
It is essential that you continue to apply sunscreen regularly, even during the winter months. We all know you are unlikely to get sunburned at this time of year, but the harmful UV rays can still [...]
November 22, 2011
It is a well-known fact that smoking has a terrible effect on the skin:
• Nicotine, along with all the other chemicals found in cigarettes, destroys the elastin and collagen that is found in healthy skin. A lack of elastin and collagen results in premature ageing of the skin, with fine lines and wrinkles appearing all [...]
November 18, 2011
Microdermabrasion provides a way to rejuvenate skin that can be used to treat various skin complaints from acne scarring to stretch marks. A hand-held device sprays super-fine medical-grade crystals over the skin, removing skin cells, which are then vacuumed away.
Even after the first session, the skin can look noticeably better and smoother. The best results [...]
