Healthy Skin

Healthy skin care tips for moms

Kori Ellis — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:00:00 -0700

Moms are so busy taking care of their families, they often forget about self-care. If you have fallen into a beauty rut and have neglected your skin lately, it's time to get your skin care routine back on track.

CLA and retinols: How these ingredients fight aging

Nina Sutton — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0700

If skin care and health are priorities for you, you probably have heard of proven ingredients, such as retinol and alpha hydroxy acids. From a wellness perspective, CLA , which is found in safflower oil, has shown to help with overall health, from reducing body fat, decreasing cancer risk and preventing heart disease. Now CLA has been shown to work in skin care products to prevent signs of aging. Learn more how the latest retinol and CLA technologies are skin care powerhouses that will improve smoothness, clarity, wrinkles and hydration with limited skin irritation.

Skin care secrets of the stars

Mary Fetzer — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:24:00 -0800

Celebrities can afford high-end skin care treatments and products, but the best skin care doesn't have to cost a lot of money. Here, beauty experts share some of the at-home secrets on which their celeb clients rely for gorgeous, glowing skin.

How to minimize your pores

Vicki Clinebell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:57:00 -0700

Do you have enlarged pores? Read on to find out how you can minimize large pores and smooth your complexion.

Moms who Botox: Fabulous or frozen?

Melissa Chapman — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:30:00 -0700

It seems as though as my 35th birthday rolled around, and I could no longer claim stake to that coveted 18-34 year-old demographic, I began to notice the lines around my eyes. I’m not sure if it was the sheer number itself which made me more critical of my features or the fact that those lines that were once so finely etched between my eyebrows suddenly appeared to be deep furrows, which my son referred to as my "angry look." And unfortunately, he’d say this when I wasn’t even trying to get my angry face on!

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian diagnosed with psoriasis

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:17:00 -0700

On Sunday night’s episode of Keeping up With the Kardashians Kim Kardashian was shocked to discover red, flaky patches of skin on her legs, which then spread to other parts of her body. She paid a panicked visit to her dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer, who diagnosed the reality TV star with psoriasis, an autoimmune disorder in which the life cycle of your skin cells speeds up, leading to a build-up of dead cells on the surface of the skin and the aforementioned red patches. If you’re not sure what psoriasis is, we’ve put together some information about this common skin disease.

New sunscreen guidelines: What you need to know

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:45:00 -0700

If you’re confused about the myriad numbers and claims presented on sunscreen products and what they really mean, you’re not alone. The FDA recently announced new guidelines aimed at helping consumers choose the most effective sun protection and avoid uncertainty while shopping. SheKnows spoke with Dr. Darrell Rigel, member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, to find out more about the new guidelines and what they mean for Americans.

What you need to know about actinic keratosis

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 02:02:00 -0700

The sun is shining, summer’s here and you’re probably already spending more time outside than in. You already know you need to protect yourself from the sun but it’s also important to be proactive when it comes to knowing how overexposure to the sun can affect your skin. For instance, actinic keratosis – also referred to as sun spots – is an often-overlooked form of pre-cancer, affecting more than 10 million Americans. AK is worth knowing more about because it has the potential to progress to squamous cell carcinoma , the second most common skin cancer.

Summer skin health: Skin cancer awareness

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 12 May 2011 12:24:00 -0700

Now that the weather is warming up and the sun has finally come out of hibernation, people are showing a lot more skin. We’ve all been wearing layers for far too long, but celebrating summer shouldn’t mean risking your health. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, which means we need to do more to protect ourselves from harmful UV rays. You can still worship the sun; just make sure you’re not doing it sans sunscreen.

Get healthy-looking skin for every skin type

Becky Hammad — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 09:24:00 -0700

We have our genetic make up to thank for the skin we have, but diet, environmental factors and certain beauty products also play a role in determining our skin type. Oily, dry or combination, women of all skin types can have younger-looking, healthy, glowing skin by tweaking their routine to meet their skin's needs. Here are our best tips for getting gorgeous skin now.

Staying smooth down there

Aly Walansky — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Almost all girls start out with the traditional razor and shaving cream hair removal method but over the years other techniques have surfaced; We all remember those Nair commercials. These methods appeal to women consumers for one main reason: we want to get rid of the hair without leaving behind razor bumps and rough skin. Is that so much to ask? Here are the latest hair removal techniques to help you update your skincare routine and make sure your bikini line is groomed and pampered.

Health effects of radiation: What you should know

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:14:00 -0700

Following the devastating earthquake in Japan last month, which caused explosions at the Fukushima nuclear plant, we’ve been hearing a lot about radiation – how much has leaked, how far it will reach and what the immediate and long-lasting effects are going to be. Though the initial panic over radiation has waned and the levels of radiation that have been detected in the US are very low, SheKnows turned to Dr. Carolyn Dean, ND, medical director of the Nutritional Magnesium Association, for some answers about what the health effects of radiation are and what can be done about it.

Pick the perfect moisturizer

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:11:00 -0700

All skin types need moisturizer, but choosing the best one for your skin type can be tricky. You don’t want to end up with something too heavy if you have oily or acne-prone skin, and you don’t want something too light for skin that needs extra hydration. Here's a guide to picking the perfect moisturizer.

How to pick the best anti-wrinkle face cream for you

Whitney Coy — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 22:45:00 -0700

Wrinkle creams are a great tool to help fight the signs of aging, but you aren’t helping yourself much if the cream you use isn’t the right one for you. If you want to see results, it’s important to find a cream that’s a good match for your particular needs. Once you find that perfect wrinkle cream, you'll be able to turn back time.

Best beauty-enhancing supplements

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:37:00 -0700

Beauty products don’t go only on your skin anymore. Whether you want stronger nails, healthier hair or glowing skin, supplements offer a way to get gorgeous from the inside out. We take a look at some of the best options in these beauty-boosting supplements.

Best products for getting rid of blackheads

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 10:08:00 -0800

Blackheads are one of the most frustrating skin care issues, and most people have to deal with them at some point. Here are a few of our favorite products aimed at clearing skin and banishing blackheads.

Moisturizing acne-prone skin

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 06:00:00 -0800

Just because your skin breaks out, don't assume your skin doesn’t need moisture. While you're wise to be wary of creams causing even more skin problems than you already have, here are some products you can feel good about using.

3 Natural anti-aging tricks for skin health

Stephanie Taylor Christensen — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:39:00 -0800

Preserving your skin from the natural effects of aging, sun damage and the environment rests largely on mitigating the effects of harmful free radicals. In these three cheap and natural anti-aging skin treatments, Mother Nature gives man-made products a run for their money in your quest for an ageless, radiant complexion.

Homemade face masks for dry skin

Kori Ellis — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:24:00 -0800

If your face is dry and flaky, use one of these face masks that you can make at home. These homemade facial masks will hydrate, nourish and rejuvenate your dry skin.

5 Vodka beauty treatments

Kori Ellis — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:54:00 -0800

Vodka isn't just for drinking. It actually has plenty of other uses -- including some beauty treatments.

3 Avocado beauty treatments

Kori Ellis — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:50:00 -0800

The oil from avocado is used in many store-bought hair and skin care treatments. You can also make a number of fantastic beauty concoctions at home using avocado and other ingredients from your kitchen. You'll love these three nourishing avocado beauty recipes.