exfoliation

Blackheads and sebaceous filaments

8 Ways to Keep Blackheads and Sebaceous Filaments in Check

Blackheads and sebaceous filaments: many people have them and nobody wants them. While both blackheads and sebaceous filaments appear as gray or black clogged pores, they aren’t the same thing (learn how to tell the difference HERE), and can’t be treated in the same ways. And when I say “treated,” that’s not even necessarily accurate–because […]

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4 Ways to Hydrate Super-Dry Skin–Plus a Recipe!

This winter has been one of the coldest and snowiest ever. I do live in the northeastern United States, so really, no winter is warm–but it seems like this winter has affected more areas of the country with below-freezing temperatures, accumulation of snow, and unplanned days off from school and work (though that’s not necessarily

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Clearing Up Common Myths about Skin Health

I had the privilege of attending the Natural Products Expo East trade show last month, as a spokesperson for NeoCell, and to give a talk about my book Love Your Skin, Love Yourself and do a book signing. It was the most amazing show I’ve ever been to…Steph Hendel came with me and we both

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Old School HH: Top 5 Posts About Exfoliation

I love that the field of holistic health and wellness encompasses so many different topics.? I get to write about nutrition, fitness, stress management, lifestyle, the environment, alternatives to today?s mainstream healthcare choices, and healthcare?in general. I also get to write about lighter topics like hair and skincare, nails, and makeup. How do these topics

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Stretch Marks: My Thoughts on How to Deal with them…or Not.

Stretch marks are one of the most common complaints shared by people who have had children, gained and/or lost weight, and even by some weight lifters and body builders. A big portion of the spa industry (particularly the medical spa and laser center settings) and skin care industry is devoted to hiding, zapping, or otherwise

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