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Younger Looking Eyes at Any Age

One of the first areas to show those tell-tale signs of aging - fine lines, crepiness, sagging skin - is around the eyes because it has no natural source of lubrication. Unfortunately, it's also one of the last places women remember to treat. Common complaints like lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, dark circles and puffiness worsen as we age, often making us look even older and more run down than we really are. But with the right eye treatments and products, you can regain the beautiful, well-rested look of youth, regardless of your actual age.

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Skin Type: What's Yours?

Sometimes it's a complicated world out there. But when it comes to skin types, it can be simple....Read more >

The ABzzz's

It's a proven fact, getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night shows on your face - literally. And it doesn't count if you try to catch up on the weekends! Here are some suggestions to get the zzzz's you need every night of the week and reap the benefi...Read more >

How everything conspires against your skin

These skin schemers can leave your skin looking old before it's time. But fear not, here are some tips to beat off these robbers of beauty and keep your skin looking younger! Stress is a skin killer....Read more >

Under Eye Circles

Say Goodbye to Raccoon Eyes Whether it's in your genes, part of the aging process, or due to a temporary lack of sleep - the appearance of dark, under-eye circles is a common beauty complaint. Combat the problem with a two-pronged approac...Read more >

Sun Spots

Block Out the Sun It's the number one reason for aging skin. Sun damage -- caused by UV rays and free radicals -- creates a variety of skin changes ranging from blotchy color, large "liver spots" to precancerous lesions known as actinic ke...Read more >

Fine Lines

What a cruel irony that youth-enhancing laughter and smiles inevitably leave behind a trail of age-revealing fine lines and wrinkles. But before you resort to frowning, try this two-fold approach to keep a smile on your face: 1....Read more >

Acne Scars

If you've had acne, you probably have the scars to prove it. Yes, it's a problem....Read more >

Chicken Skin

Graterlike Bumps One out of two people suffers from an annoying condition that leaves little graterlike bumps scattered across the upper arms or thighs. Because the skin takes on the appearance of a plucked chicken, the condition is frequently k...Read more >

Puffy Eyes

We've all had them. Restless nights, tear-stained pillows, a few too many cocktails, seasonal allergies, sinus conditions or colds can leave your eyes swollen and tender in the morning....Read more >

How to Give a Home Facial

In the mood for a spa treatment, but tight on time or money? Why not do it yourself? Just take the phone off the hook, lock the door and set aside 45 minutes to give yourself a facial. Step One: Set the Mood Start by selecting soft music and l...Read more >

How to fight dry itchy skin!

Like the seasons, your skin changes as well. In Spring and Summer, it adapts to the warmth, sun exposure and dryness or humidity....Read more >

Wrinkles: The Best Offense is a Great Defense

And in our war on wrinkles, defending your skin is the name of the game! But let's face it; sometimes your defense needs some new ammunition. First, let's look at why some wrinkles appear and what we can do about it....Read more >

Not Just Lip Service!

Some very real issues occur as we get older. Our lips seem thinner, they're drier and chapped more often, and lipstick seems to "travel" outside our lip line....Read more >

Cellulite: What is it & how to get rid of it

The dreaded appearance of cellulite is not a cause for celebration, but a time for finding out what cellulite is, and how can we minimize the appearance or get rid of it. Check out these tips on how to deal with the appearance of cellulite and get he...Read more >

Adult Acne: What Is It and How to Fight It

So you thought you left acne behind? Think again! Many women experience outbreaks of acne well into adulthood. In fact, 50% of all women experience acne as adults....Read more >

Alternatives to Plastic Surgery

If you've ever contemplated plastic surgery, or would like to avoid it altogether, we've listed just a few of the most recent advancements in topical over-the-counter skin care aids that could be just what the doctor ordered. Problem: Lost ful...Read more >

Soft Summer Skin

Before you bare all, it's time to buff, smooth, and shield your skin to silky perfection. With a little time and the right tools, you'll be able to kiss blah winter skin goodbye....Read more >

Dealing with your most dire dermal dilemmas

It happens to the best of us - a little redness here, an age spot there, a few enlarged pores here, there and there. Fortunately, these minor imperfections don't have to stop us from putting our best faces forwards....Read more >

The Vitamin D Debate

We hear it again and again - the sun is evil, keep out! But amongst all the talk of harmful UV rays that contribute to skin cancer and premature aging, some doctors are preaching the helpful benefits that fun in the sun can have. For one, there is a ...Read more >

Staying Protected in Summer

The summer is all about fun and relaxation in the great outdoors, whether at the beach, the pool or your own backyard. And with all that fun comes the inevitable sun exposure (in some cases, over-exposure!) and probably a few bothersome mosquitoes tr...Read more >

Repair Your Skin While You Sleep

Dermelect’s ‘Overnight Beauty’ Guide for Delicate Décolletés By Amos Lavian Founder/President, Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Skincare often stops at the jawline. Unfortunately, by the time it gets noticed, your neckline is in serious need of some a...Read more >

Weathering the Season's Changes

You can almost tell that fall is coming by looking at the state of your hair, nails and skin - everything's a little drier, a little flakier, a little flatter than it was. But it doesn't have to stay that way for long! There are tons of little tricks...Read more >

Your Best Beauty Regimen

Sure, it’s great to have the leisure to cleanse, tone, exfoliate, hydrate, correct, treat and protect every single day and night. Realistically, most women consider themselves lucky to have time to swipe off their makeup before hitting the sack....Read more >

Time-Saving Skin Troubleshooting

It always seems to happen on mornings you barely have time to brush your teeth - a hormonal breakout, extra-chapped lips, cracked cuticles. Instead of rolling in to your destination ten minutes late, try these no-time tactics to cure some of the most...Read more >

Supercharging Skin with a Detox Strategy

For many women, winter means months of dull, tired-looking, irritated skin. To help right your most common cold-weather skin woes, try a dermal detox, which assists in shedding unwanted toxins, irritants, oils and pollutants from skin....Read more >

Managing Menopausal Skin

It's not enough that menopausal women have to battle nuisances like night sweats, hot flashes and weight gain, but they typically have to combat very dry, thinning skin as well. As the body goes through menopausal changes, it stops producing Estrogen...Read more >

Younger Looking Eyes at Any Age

One of the first areas to show those tell-tale signs of aging - fine lines, crepiness, sagging skin - is around the eyes because it has no natural source of lubrication. Unfortunately, it's also one of the last places women remember to treat....Read more >

Skin Solutions with Laser Treatments

When it comes to the latest ways to look younger, we want it faster, cheaper and less invasive. That's where lasers come in - in the world of beauty, they offer the greatest results with the least downtime, not to manage the least damage to your pock...Read more >

Making Sense of Sensitive Skin

"Sensitive" is a desirable description for most people - unless it applies to your skin. For almost 40% of women, the slightest irritation from chemicals, the environment and even stress can trigger a reaction, causing skin to become dry, flaky, itch...Read more >

The Antioxidant Answer

If the sun, pollution and stress are the skin’s enemies, then think of antioxidants as its bodyguards. One of the main culprits behind aging is oxidation, which is caused by destructive and unstable Oxygen molecules called free radicals that destroy ...Read more >

Loving Your Legs

Spider veins. Lumps and bumps....Read more >

Quick Fixes: Baring Arms

PROBLEM: Baring Arms SOLUTION: Do you dread tank top and spaghetti strap season because of undefined arms and "jiggle"? You can target and treat this common complaint with tanners, bronzers and simple exercises to have your arms looking strong and...Read more >

Quick Fixes: Frown Lines

PROBLEM: Frown Lines SOLUTION: To fix frown lines without injections or other invasive treatments, you need to look no further than your pantry. Dab a little quality, extra-virgin olive oil on lines and dry areas of your skin with a cotton ball ea...Read more >

Quick Fixes: Blotchy Skin

PROBLEM: Blotchy Skin SOLUTION: Finding the best remedy for blotchy skin starts with determining the underlying cause of the uneven tone. Sometimes all you need is sleep and plenty of hydration, but if that doesn’t seem to even things out, try the...Read more >

Quick Fixes: Enlarged Pores

PROBLEM: Enlarged Pores SOLUTION: Treating larger pores can be a snap with the right treatments and tips. You don't have to live with the appearance of less than polished skin....Read more >

Quick Fixes: Puffy Eyes

PROBLEM: Puffy Eyes SOLUTION: Sometimes the best solutions to beauty woes require little to no investment. These wonderful treatments can be found around your home and in your fridge and work wonders on your puffy eye problem....Read more >

A Line Free Face

Erase the Signs of Aging and Reveal Your Younger You.Many people think that wrinkles just come with age....Read more >

Dry, Dehydrated (Summer) Skin

by Dr. Nicholas Perricone Dry skin is actually a manifestation of chronic sub clinical (invisible to the eye) inflammation....Read more >

Post-Summer Hair and Skin Repair

For Hair If sun, sand and chlorine were your three best friends this summer, read on for tips to help fix those split ends and dry strands. After all, nothing ruins the relaxed look of fall more than sun-baked strands....Read more >