MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'beauty'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:54:55 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182030&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F09%2F01%2Fwhats-the-best-product-for-brittle-nails%2F Georgia asks…I’ve seen three types of nail strengtheners advertised: formaldehyde; protein; and, calcium floride. Is one of these better than the others? Which would be best for my nails, which are thin, weak, and break at the sides? The Left Brain responds: There are two basic kinds of strengtheners: Hardeners and Hydrators. By understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each type you’ll be able to pick the one that’s right for you. How Hardeners work Cross-linking hardeners: This kind of hardener works on the inside of the nail with ingredients that react with the protein in your nails. When your nails are weak, the protein is like a ladder with broken rungs – the ladder feels loose and wobbly. But you can make the ladder sturdier by adding extra rungs to conn... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182030 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:01:49 +0100 5182030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174733&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F30%2Fare-you-cheated-when-companies-sell-you-the-same-product-at-different-prices%2F Gilda’s going shopping… My hair is thick, coarse and dry. Which product should I buy, PANTENE or HERBAL ESSENCES? The Left Brain responds: It’s interesting that you ask about those two products because, as you can tell if you look at the ingredient lists, they are actually the same basic formula. (They are even covered by the same patents). Equal ingredients Take a look at Pantene’s Ice Shine conditioner and Herbal Essences’ Hydration Conditioner. If you turn the bottles around you’ll see that the first five key ingredients are exactly the same: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, and Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine. Are these similarities surprising? Not at all considering that P&G (the company that makes Pantene) bought Clairol (the comp... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174733 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:01:21 +0100 5174733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174604&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fwidely-used-acne-treatments-lack-evidence-says-new-study.html Most teenagers experience at least some degree of acne, and the problem sometime extends into adulthood. When it’s severe (or even when it’s not) it can lead to low self-esteem, depression, and diminished quality of life. Yet despite the scads of prescription and over-the-counter treatments marketed for acne, very little is known about their comparative effectiveness—that is, which of them works best, and for whom, according to a review published today in the journal Lancet. Researchers at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom and other institutions undertook a comprehensive review of the scientific literature on acne causes, treatments, and management dating back to 1999. The treatments they examined included topical ones, such as benzoyl peroxide (Clearas... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174604 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:31:00 +0100 5174604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174734&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F28%2Fis-teeth-whitening-bad-for-enamel%2F Scarlet Spears say…I’ve always had white teeth until i did my braces but my teeth become yellowish with hugh black spots after I removed my braces. Is there is any way to whiten my teeth without thinning my enamel (like using strawberry to rub on the teeth is a bad idea according to my dentist as it contains acid). The Right Brain responds: I have to admit that I’ve never heard of whitening teeth by rubbing them with a strawberry but then again I’ve never been much for fruit-based beauty solutions. I have, however, heard that whitening teeth can harm enamel. Is that true or is it just another beauty myth? Dental myths According to Dr. Alexandre Gause of Smile Design Manhattan (and dental professional and fan of the Beauty Brains), this myth is busted. Dr Gause says the ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174734 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:56:00 +0100 5174734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159402&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F26%2Fis-it-safe-to-mix-sunscreen-and-insect-repellent%2F Jacklyn’s just concerned… I was told that products that are combination sunscreens and insect repellents may not be safe. Is this true? The Left Brain cautiously responds: Yes, Jacklyn, there is reason for concern over sunscreen/repellents. Malicious mixing According to an Associated Press report, there have been a few small scale studies (done on animals and human skin cells, by the way) that indicate mixing sunscreen actives with DEET (the insect repellent active ingredient) might not only increase skin penetration of DEET but also reduce efficacy of the sunscreen. The FDA put out a notice asking for comments to determine if this is a problem or not. And the PCPC (Personal Care Products  says that the small studies that showed the problem are flawed. So what happens next? More... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159402 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 06:01:36 +0100 5159402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159403&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F24%2Fwhich-hair-brush-is-best%2F NatashaK asks… I have noticed that my hair looks its absolute best (volume + less frizz + not greasy) 3 days after I shampoo it. I was hoping to attain this effect faster (like on day 2), and I figure using my natural scalp oils is the best way to do that. My question is: What flipping hairbrush will best take some of my top-of-head oils all the way to the ends of my hair (about 2ft)? I have been using a paddle brush for as long as I can remember. I have a fear of combs fostered by a childhood filled with knotty hair and tears. I have found that bristle brushes don’t really get all the way through my hair (only brushes the top layer), but I haven’t picked one up in about 10 years and would be willing to try again. The Right Brain responds: Natasha, this is a really great ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159403 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 06:01:10 +0100 5159403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139997&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F18%2Fhave-you-tried-drugstore-doubles%2F Getreadyatgems says (via Twitter #bbloggers)…I like finding cheaper dupes of high end products. The Right Brain responds: GRAG, We agree, dupes are a great way to save money! (Remember, if the first five ingredients listed on the back of the package are the same then the products are probably pretty similar.) Drugstore Doubles One our favorite resources for finding good dupes is the Cosmetic Cop, Paula Begoun. She has a feature on her site that she calls Drugstore Doubles. She lists expensive products and then gives you a much cheaper product that works the same way.As she describes it: “If you like this Department Store Skin-Care favorite . . . then you’ll love this Drugstore-priced recommendation!” It’s such a good idea that we wish WE would have thought of it ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139997 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 06:01:57 +0100 5139997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130883&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F16%2Fcan-i-put-caffeine-on-my-skin-instead-of-drinking-coffee-2%2F Beautiful Barrista wants to know… I read about a caffeinated soap that supposedly gives you the same jolt as drinking coffee. Does it really work? The Right Brain brews up this response: Barrista is referring to Shower Shock bar soap which, according to CosmeticsDesign, gives you the equivalent of 2 cups of coffee worth of caffeine every time you shower. This claim seemed a bit outrageous, so we did some digging. And guess what? Based on the published data, this is absolutely true! Imagine that –  no more morning trips to Starbucks. No more messing with coffee grounds and filters! Now you can save a bundle on lattes while you lather up in the comfort of your own bathroom! Isn’t that amazing??? Oh, wait a minute. There’s just one catch. Bear with us here while we... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130883 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 06:01:51 +0100 5130883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125845&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F12%2Fare-laxatives-good-for-your-skin%2F Pamela ponders… Tyra Banks recommends Milk of Magnesia as a make-up base in order to prevent the skin from getting oily. Will it work for acne prone skin or will it only irritate or aggravate the acne? The Right Brain responds: While we don’t normally put much stock in supermodel science tips, Tyra might be on to something here. Supermodel science First, for those of you who don’t know we should explain that Milk of Magnesia (or MOM) is a common over-the-counter laxative. That’s right, its main purpose is to make you poop. Technically speaking, it’s a solution of magnesium hydroxide and sodium hypochlorite and it works by drawing water into the intestine to help gently pass the bowel movement. (Hey, you asked!) Interestingly, its ability to drive water absorb... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125845 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 06:01:41 +0100 5125845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107723&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F08%2F13083%2F Karlaxox’s question…My daughter has blonde hair and her hair is quite fine too,and for shampoo she uses Pantene Aqua Light and Johnson’s Baby Shampoo. Are these the shampoos she should be using or are they the wrong shampoos she should be using? The Left Brain responds: We’re often asked questions like this. Unfortunately, the idea that you need to avoid using the “wrong” shampoo is often times more of a Marketing issue than a scientific one. You didn’t tell us if your daughter likes these products or not. If she likes the way they make her hair look and feel, then there’s absolutely no reason they’re “wrong” for her hair type. On the other hand, if she’s dissatisfied with some aspects of their performance, she shou... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107723 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 06:01:03 +0100 5107723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103414&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F06%2Fdanger-sunlight-can-actually-melt-your-hair-2%2F Hott Mama asks…I’m worried about sun exposure on my hair. I know that sun makes my color fade faster, but is it doing any real damage to my hair? The Left Brain responds: Dear Mother, yes sunlight can cause serious physical damage to hair. According to the International Journal of Cosmetic Science (2007 29. 143-146) the Textile Research Institute at Princeton University conducted a study in which they exposed hair of different ethnic types to natural environmental conditions in sunny (and hot) Arizona. Solar scorching They found that the hair changed dramatically after extended exposure: the fibers became thinner and the cuticle scales fused together. The hair also became extremely brittle with numerous radial cracks and fractures. Perhaps most disturbingly the researchers sa... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103414 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 06:01:26 +0100 5103414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5107507&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fone-in-three-teens-in-us-got-sunburned-last-year.html That’s the suggestion of a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It asked how often, over a 12-month period in 2009 and 2010, teens got a burn that turned their skin red or hurt, and lasted for 12 or more hours. Among white, non-Hispanic teens ages 14 to 17, nearly half reported a sunburn. Avoiding sunburns starts with wearing protective clothing and limiting time in the sun. It also means using the right sunscreen. Your sunscreen should be water resistant, with an SPF of at least 30. Above 30, there's not much more protection. And you need to use it properly, too. That means reapplying it every 2 hours or so and after swimming or sweating. Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of a lotion on most of your body. For details, see our updated sunscreen Ratings. Source Q... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5107507 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:15:00 +0100 5107507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103333&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F08%2Fone-in-three-teens-in-us-got-sunburned-last-year.html That’s according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Among white, non-Hispanic teens ages 14 to 17, nearly half got a burn that turned their skin red or hurt and lasted for 12 or more hours. Avoiding sunburns starts with wearing protective clothing and limiting time in the sun. It also means using the right sunscreen. Your sunscreen should be water resistant, with an SPF of at least 30. Above 30, there's not much more protection. And you need to use it properly, too. That means reapplying it every 2 hours or so and after swimming or sweating. Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of a lotion on most of your body. For details, see our updated sunscreen Ratings. Source QuickStats: Percentage of Teens Aged 14 to 7 Years Who Had a Sunburn During the Preceding 12 M... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103333 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:15:00 +0100 5103333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096654&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F04%2F3-things-to-know-before-using-face-cream-around-your-eyes-2%2F Veronica’s Very Concerned… Are eye creams really necessary? I’ve been using them for years, and I’m starting to wonder if they are really specially formulated for skin around the eyes. Why do I say so? Because I compared ingredients comparison between a face moisturizer (Olay Regenerist Deep Hydration Regenerating Cream) and eye cream (Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum) and found that they’re very similar. What gives? The Right Brain Tries To Assuage Her: You’re right, eye and face cream formulas can be pretty similar. Of course, this varies from brand to brand, but it’s certainly possible for a company to formulate and test a product that works perfectly well on your face and under your eyes. So while in principle there’s nothing with usin... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096654 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 06:01:06 +0100 5096654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096929&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fgrey-gold.html The sliver of yellow breaks through on a difficult day of research last week. He gives me glimmers - my seashell dull grey and unremarkable on the beach, like an iceberg with it's beauty hidden beneath the sea. He catches my eye, and I lean down, and dig up gold. I open His book and I am surrounded by His promises and beauty. A fairyland with giants and armies, glitter, pomp and circumstance, romance, history, beauty for ashes. Go digging today, my friend, even if you think you've exhausted the Good News and live in the bad. You will be rewarded.Teach me your way, O Lord, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. Give me not up to the will of my adversaries; for false witnesses have risen against me, and they breathe out violence. I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of t... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096929 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:00:00 +0100 5096929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5096655&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F03%2Fanother-lie-about-growing-longer-hair-2%2F Jenn’s gem… Is it true that hanging your head over the bed for five minutes a day helps hair grow faster because of the blood rushing to your head? The Left Brain’s response: Sorry Jenn, but that’s a myth. All that will help you grow is a headache! Hair growth isn’t just about blood circulation. It has to do with the chemistry of what goes on in your folicles, the tiny tubes beneath the scalp where the roots of the hair are. There are some drugs that can affect medical causes of hair growth – if you want to learn more, you can read our previous post on hair growth products. You can also read about how to make your hair longer by reducing breakage and splitting. Do you want to see other beauty myths busted? Download our FREE report! (Source: thebeautybra... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5096655 Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:01:57 +0100 5096655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086345&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F08%2F01%2Fcan-enzymes-exfoliate-your-skin-2%2F Marci’s Enymatic Inquiry: My esthetician told me about Babor Enzyme Cleanser and highly recommended that I try it. She says it’s great because it uses natural enzymes that target only dead skin cells and leave living skin cells alone. Can this really work? The Right Brain’s Catalytic Comments: As a matter of fact, enzymes can cause very specific reactions. But let’s start at the beginning… What Is An Enzyme? Enzymes are chemicals that speed up the rate of chemical reactions without themselves being consumed in the reaction. They’re incredibly useful in biological processes because they can make a reaction that normally requires dangerously high temperatures occur at normal body temperatures. Basically, without enzymes we’d all be dead. The particul... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086345 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 06:01:09 +0100 5086345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077850&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fcleaning-ears-risks%2F Would you ever use your finger to clean out your throat? Of course not. It’s not natural. Well, neither is cleaning the inside of your ear with Q-tips or any other device that goes inside the ear. When we place something inside our ear, we instantly damage the skin and introduce infection much more damaging than the dirt and wax that’s naturally collected there. We are not designed to sustain the pressure of cleaning our ears. The wax inside your ear is actually a protector against water and infection. Because earwax is acidic and bacteria doesn’t do well in acidic, it protects you. Some of us clean our ears out every day, or after every shower, but you can be causing irreparable harm. The damage you can do is very severe and not worth it. Instead of ever going inside th... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077850 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 18:05:21 +0100 5077850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077849&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F28%2F3-simple-steps-to-save-your-scalp%2F Ebesan says… I’m a male who’s very happy with my baldness. I don’t want new hair. But I do want my scalp to look better. It’s blotchy and discolored with different layers of skin. Is there a product, or procedure that can give me back my healthy scalp skin? The Right Brain responds: Hi Eb, we’re always glad to answer questions from our male readers! Without actually examining your scalp it’s hard to say what`s going on upstairs, but here are three tips that might help: 1. Suds your skull What are you washing your scalp with? Bar soap? That might be stripping your skin of essential oils. Try baby shampoo or a mild body wash. 2. Chrome your dome Are you applying sunscreen to your head? You should! Even if you wear a hat most of the time you might be... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077849 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 06:01:02 +0100 5077849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069462&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F07%2Fspray-sunscreens-should-not-be-sprayed-on-kids-at-least-for-now.html The Food and Drug Administration announced last month that it was investigating the potential risks of spray sunscreens. Of particular concern to us is the possibility that people might accidentally breathe in the ingredients, a risk that’s greatest in children, who—as any parent knows—are more likely to squirm around when they’re being sprayed. As a result, we now say that until the FDA completes its analysis, the products should generally not be used by or on children. We have also removed one sunscreen spray—Ocean Potion Kids Instant Dry Mist SPF 50—from the group of recommended sunscreens in our Ratings, because it is marketed especially for children. Finally, we would like to reemphasize our longstanding advice that you use sprays carefully, by ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069462 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:20:00 +0100 5069462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069637&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F26%2Fwhat-beauty-companies-dont-want-you-to-know-about-foundation%2F Emily asks… I’ve read in so many magazines that have said tinted moisturizers are better than foundation on the skin. What exactly is the difference between tinted moisturizers and liquid foundation apart from the fact that tinted moisturizers is lighter? I’ve also heard from some friends that tinted moisturizers are bad for your skin.  So are tinted moisturizers good or bad? The Right Brain responds: Elizabeth Arden makes both kinds of products so let’s look at the ingredients in their Sheer Lights Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer and Bare Perfection Flawless Finish Foundation as an example. We won’t reprint all of the ingredients here but you can find them on Drugstore.com. Both products contain sunscreens as active ingredients. They both use water as a so... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069637 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 06:01:36 +0100 5069637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5062356&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F24%2Fcan-you-cure-warts-with-duct-tape%2F Here’s a great tip for the Do-It-Yourself crowd: Duct tape can cure warts! Yes, it’s true, according to Anthony J. Mancini M.D., an associate professor at Northwestern University’s School of Medicine Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Mancini says he uses duct tape as an inexpensive and relatively painless way to treat warts. He has his patients apply the duct tape over the wart, leave it on for about a week, remove the tape, and then file the wart with an emory board. It’s that easy. But how can such a simple household item treat a sustained viral infection? No one knows, at least not for sure. But theoretically the tape could be debriding, or stripping the dead skin from the wart and carrying the wart virus along with it. That’s kind of how ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5062356 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 18:31:37 +0100 5062356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050877&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F22%2F4-ways-to-avoid-antiperspirant-irritation-2%2F Fire Pits has a fire in her pits: Is there any ingredient other than aluminum that works as an antiperspirant? I ask not because I am afraid of getting Alzheimer’s, but because the antiperspirants I’ve tried make me itch like mad. The Right Brain responds: I hear you girl, antiperspirants can be itchy and irritating, especially after shaving. But as far as the Alzheimers connection is concerned, you’re wise to be skeptical. There’s no proof that aluminum antiperspirants cause Alzheimer’s. Nonetheless, here are 4 ways you can switch to avoid that itch: 1. Switch to deodorant instead of antiperspirant. Deodorants don’t contain aluminum so they’re less likely to make you itch. But remember they won’t stop you from sweating either; they’ll... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050877 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:01:58 +0100 5050877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050878&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F20%2Fdoes-yogurt-make-bioelements-probotix-work-better%2F E.broulliet writes…I started using Bioelements Probotix before all of this bacteria hype started, and now doctors and scientists are saying how ineffective this ingredient is. I even saw it on the news the other day! I’m not sure if it’s the probiotics that make my skin look fantastic, but it’s something in there. The LeftBrain replies: What could be in Bioelements Probotix that makes your skin look so good? We looked at the product and it has the following ingredient list. Probotix ingredients Water (Aqua), Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Glycerin, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Casein (Milk Protein), Lactose, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aura... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050878 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 06:01:23 +0100 5050878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050879&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fdoes-the-derma-roller-really-work%2F Katie is curious…I have been doing a lot of research on Collagen Induction Therapy using a derma roller. It’s a roller device with a bunch of tiny needles. You roll it over your skin and it creates tiny, microscopic holes in the skin. The theory is if you slightly, slightly injure your skin it will induce your skin to produce more collagen and reduce scars and wrinkles. It has been shown on the The Doctors and Rachel Ray shows and its all over Youtube etc (not that any of these are reliable, but I do trust The Doctors show more than the rest of course!). Creating these tiny holes is also supposed to help topical products penetrate deeper. So I bought into the hype and bought one. It’s only been a couple of weeks and I’ve used it three times. I use one of the smalles... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050879 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 06:01:34 +0100 5050879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036327&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F16%2Fare-bath-bombs-more-explosive-than-mentos%2F Amelie asks…I think the YouTube video that shows how to make soda pop explode with Mentos is really cool. I was wondering if you did the same thing with a bath bomb, what would happen? Since bath bombs are fizzy, they should explode even more than Mentos. So my question is, which are more explosive bath bombs or Mentos? The Left Brain responds: I love questions like this because they can be answered by doing a scientific experiment. Do you know what else I love? New fans for the Beauty Brains Facebook page! So, if you want to learn the answer to Amelie’s question, watch our Facebook exclusive bath bomb experiment video. And while you’re there, please become a fan of our page!   (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036327 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 11:24:25 +0100 5036327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028669&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F13%2Fshould-you-pre-poo-with-burts-bees%2F Tamar asks…Is there any real benefit to pre-pooing? I want to try products like Burts Bee’s Avocado Butter pre shampoo treatment, but i don’t want to waste my money. I’ve heard great things about it, but to me it would seem like I would just be washing out all of the beneficial ingredients. The Right Brain replies: First it was regular shampoo, then it was no poo ( washing your hair with conditioner), and now it’s pre-poo. What’s next post-poo? What is pre-poo? The idea of protecting your hair by loading it up with oily materials before shampooing actually makes some sense. (There’s a similar approach in skin care called “super-fatting.”) If you saturate the hair with oil, it will “overwhelm” your shampoo to some degree and ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028669 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:05:07 +0100 5028669 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5029037&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F07%2Fhorrible-terriblelaundry.html I have been known to tell my children that, if we lived in almost any 3rd world country, they would have 1, maybe 2 outfits. They would wear them all week and then I would scrub them down in a washtub, and leave them playing naked in the house while I scrubbed 6-12 outfits in the tub outdoors in the baking sun. And, if we were middle class, I would also have a maid.Pile #1 of clean laundryThat's not how middle class works here. My kids have scads of clothes and I seem to be forever buried in laundry. I remember being a country kid with a healthy covering of dirt most of the time, wearing outfits 2 or 3 days at a time. Our social standard now is sparkling clean kids in perfectly matched outfits. I had someone offer me information about the food stamp program while in line at the grocery sto... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5029037 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:52:00 +0100 5029037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028670&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F12%2Fhow-is-eye-brow-gel-different-from-mascara%2F Kathie Lee’s question… I’ve been using Maybelline clear mascara to add shape and definition to my brows but my friend tells me I should be using a brow gel.  Is there was any difference between clear mascara that’s specifically designated for your lashes and clear eye brow gel? The Right Brain responds: They way we look at it, clear mascara and eye brow gel are pretty much the same thing. How does eye brow gel work? First of all, clear mascara is different than regular mascara. Regular mascara is wax based and is designed to thicken and color your lashes. Maybelline Clear Lash, on the other hand, consists of base of water and alcohol, thickened with a chemical called Carbomer, and a film forming agent called PVA (Polyvinyl alcohol) that gives your lashes some stif... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028670 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 06:01:53 +0100 5028670 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028675&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fsmart-people-act-stupid%2F When Congressman Anthony Weiner stood before dozens of reporters and announced that indeed he had been “unfaithful” to his wife by carrying on an internet relationship with someone else, everyone was disappointed. “What a dumb mistake,” we all said as we watched him tear up and admit that there was no defense to what he did. Then came the shocker: not only had he done this once, but there were several relationships, that he had been carrying on for years, with women all over the country, sending them photos of himself, from his public email account. There was no hiding it and no denying it. But how could something like this happen? The Congressman had been what his friends and colleagues considered “a contendor,” an up and coming, smart and witty congre... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028675 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:46:56 +0100 5028675 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008698&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Nisha Thomas: Get the bestMaximize the benefits of your hair color. Coloring your hair, in a different shade, is an easy and great way to look stylish. The latest hair dye products available in the market, no longer ruin your hair; instead they make your hair look healthy, shiny, and presentable. Coloring your hair is no longer considered expensive and exclusively meant only for celebrities. You can also plan to go trendy with a change in your hair color. You can even do it at home yourself, if you know the right color and methods of doing it. But if you have inhibitions, you can, of course, get it professionally done. Follow these few tips mentioned below and you would know what to do for that perfect hair color: 1. Choose the color which suits you Selecting the best color is the most... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008698 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 10:25:52 +0100 5008698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008428&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F08%2Fthe-beauty-brains-on-the-huffington-post%2F It’s a big day for the Beauty Brains! A few weeks ago we were asked to be contributors to the Huffington Post’s “Healthy Living” section.  Regardless of whether you  love or hate the Huff Po, you can’t deny that it’s a highly impactful source of news for many people. So, we were honored to be asked to join their list of bloggers. Smelly Hair Syndrome Our first post is on a topic near and dear to the Beauty Brains community: What is Smelly Hair Syndrome? Follow the link to read our first article. If the number of comments we’ve received so far is any indication, this is a bigger problem than we thought! Also, if you haven’t already read it, here’s a link to our original article on smelly hair. (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008428 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:01:13 +0100 5008428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008429&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F06%2Fis-organix-brazilian-keratin-therapy-a-safe-way-to-straighten-hair%2F CurlyB asks…A couple of months ago, Organix came out with its own formaldehyde-free BKT, the “Organix Brazilian Keratin Therapy 30-Day Smoothing Treatment”. I was thrilled to find a grocery store product at a reasonable price that contains no formaldehyde or other -hyde ingredients. I bought it, tried it, and loved the product. It did a very good job of decreasing frizz and relaxing my kinky hair into smooth loose curls. However, I’m reluctant to try it again because I can’t find out much about one of the first ingredients, oxoacetamide. The instructions contain some strong wording about ventilating the area where the treatment is performed, which adds to my concern that there is some pretty harmful stuff in there.  Is this product safe for regular use? Or sh... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008429 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 06:01:53 +0100 5008429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008702&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair coloring 1Quick tips to get perfect hair color. There is no better way to get noticed than coloring your hair. If you are looking for a change than without thinking go for a hair color. It will help you look different and stylish. Highlight your hair with any hair color of your choice and be ready to get complimented. Here are some tips that can help you get the perfect hair colors of your choice and to get polish your existing skill of hair dyeing. 1. Always apply petroleum jelly around ears and forehead. It will avoid staining these areas and the color won’t come in contact with skin that could cause irritation on skin. 2. To get that impact on your hair strands it is necessary that you start deep conditioning your hair at least 2 to 3 days before. It will help... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008702 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:33 +0100 5008702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008703&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Hair coloring at homeChoose hair color that suits your skin complexion. Hair color looks perfect and compliments one’s personality if done properly. So, it is very essential to apply hair color with care to achieve best result. Hair coloring can be easily done at home. Here are some quick tips that can help you to color your hair at home in no time and with a perfect touch. 1. Choose a hair coloring kit that suits you best. There are permanent, semi-permanent and temporary hair colors available. Select hair color according to the time period you can want a hair color to last.2. Choose hair color that suits your complexion and hair color. Darker hair shade color needs to be bleached before lighter color is applied to them. It is done to insure that the lighter color i... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008703 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:22 +0100 5008703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008704&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Coloring hair at homeChose hair color that matches your skin complexion. You can easily get those lovely stylish highlighted hair at home. Hair coloring can easily be performed at home in no time. Hair coloring can help you to get that stylish, unique look with minimum efforts. Here are few tips for coloring hair at home to make the process simpler to all. Keep in mind to follow every instruction to get shiny and vibrant looking hair. Coloring hair at home not only saves energy but also money. Remarkable and lasting result can be achieved at home also. Here are some things you should always remember when you start coloring your hair. 1. Select a right tone for your hair. Don’t select too hard color as that could make you look very unnatural and dramatic. Chose hair co... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008704 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:27:02 +0100 5008704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008705&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make upExpert tips to attract attention in party. Pop your beauty with appropriate makeup and style. Makeup is applied to cover up flaws and to look perfect for the occasion. You can look bold to delicate with the type of makeup you apply on your face. Make up can highlight your beauty assets making you more beautiful than ever. Here are some beauty tips to give a dazzling effect to your personality. Hope these tips will help you in looking perfect for the season. 1. PrimerA make up can last for long if a makeup primer is applied to skin before you start applying makeup. It provides a smooth base to the skin. Mix primer well with your moisturizer before applying it on your skin to look natural. You can mix primer with foundation also. 2. EyelinerEye makeup should be don... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008705 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:26:47 +0100 5008705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997668&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F04%2Fdiy-cosmetics-for-4th-of-july%2F Happy Independence Day to all our American readers! To celebrate we’ll travel back in time and take a peek at cosmetic science around the time of the American Revolution. Do It Yourself Cosmetics If you’re interested in learning what life was like in colonial America, you can find an excellent summary at Fortklock.com; the details of how women made their own makeup was particularly fascinating. Believe me, they didn’t have much to work with! Here’s a quick comparison of colonial chemistry to our modern day magic. Lip color Then: Mix beet juice with lard. Now: Something in a nice pinkish-taupe like NARS Turkish Delight! Blush Then: Either pinch your cheeks or, for the cultured sophisticate, mix beet juice with talc or cornstarch. (Jeez, those colonials were really bi... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997668 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 06:01:47 +0100 4997668 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993007&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Expert beauty tips for applying makeupQuick tips to attract attention in party. Here are some gorgeous makeup tips to make you dazzle at any event. So, if you are planning to attend a party, just remember a few tips to look amazing and outstanding for the event. 1. EyelinerApplying brown or black eye liner makes the eye pop. If you apply eye liner of such shades then it adds depth to the eyes. It could add beauty to the eyes with an effective highlight. Applying them on the lash line adds warmth to the eyes. So, complete your eye makeup with eyeliner.2. CheeksA gel blush could be just perfect if you want to emphasize your cheekbones. Use fingers to apply it evenly on the cheeks. Applying blush to your cheeks will help in adding the glam factor. It is a perfect way to up... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993007 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:50:35 +0100 4993007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993008&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Applying HennaNatural conditioner to make your hair smooth. If you are very conscious about hair care then coloring them with natural products like henna is the best option. It makes your hair look shiny and perfect while conditioning them well. Henna is derived from natural products obtained from a shrub that has been used as dye since ages. The advantage of using this natural hair care product in dying is that it doesn’t harm the hair. Unlike chemicals, it conditions the hair without damaging it. Things Required: 1. Henna powder (depending upon the hair length)2. Lemon juice3. Plastic gloves4. A shower cap5. Brush (to apply henna on hair)6. Comb (wide toothed)7. Bowl (to create henna paste)8. Water9. Vaseline petroleum jelly10. Blow dryer Time required: 15 ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993008 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 10:46:13 +0100 4993008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4992806&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F07%2F02%2Fwhat-is-couperose-skin%2F Tanya wants to know (via FaceBook)…Hi! I just read an article about sun protection written by a pro in cosmetology. Speaking about ways to protect skin with couperose in summer she highly recommended Pevonia Botanica RS2 Concentrate but for me this is a really pricey product. Could you guys explain why she says it is good, what the active ingredients are, and – what’s most important – what the alternative/cheaper cosmetic products for couperose are? The Left Brain replies: Thanks for being a Facebook Fan, Tanya. But before I address your question about Pevonia Botanica RS2 Concentrate I’d like to raise another question: What exactly is “couperose skin?” What is couperose? Surprisingly, this question was harder to answer than I expected. The only references I c... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4992806 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:01:01 +0100 4992806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993009&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Top Detox food for summerBest for summer season. It is very easy to lose weight with the right selection of food. They are very helpful in maintaining body in proper shape and make you look beautiful with vibrant skin. Summer is the perfect time to shed those last few pounds from body. A good detox plan includes eating healthy ingredients which are rich in antioxidants. Here is a list of detox foods which you can include this summer for the best results: 1. Beets BeetRich source of potassium. Beets are ultra rich in anti oxidants. They supply potassium to the body along with magnesium and fiber. If you consume beets regularly in your diet it helps to detox the liver, which in turn insures proper functioning of the digestive system. You can add them in your salads or... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993009 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:12:11 +0100 4993009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993010&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Low calorie foodLow-calorie foods help in rapid weight loss. Low calorie foods can help you to lose weight without much effort. If you add calorie burning food to your diet that can really help you in getting that perfect shape you always desire. The best method to maintain a healthy lifestyle is by developing a nutritious diet. Combine low calorie foods to make delicious recipes. They will help you to get a slim look far easily than expected. So, here are some low calorie food items: 1. Soybean SoybeanSoybean prevents fat piling on the body. Soybean is rich in lecithin which prevents fat from piling up in your body. It helps in breaking down calories making you slim and fit. Several recipes can be made using soybean oil. Adding a bit of soybean oil to the salads ca... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993010 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:02:16 +0100 4993010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993011&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Rapid weight loss tricksAdd healthy food to your diet to reduce weight rapidly. Losing weight is not a task that can be accomplished overnight. You have to consistently work for positive results. Don’t lose heart if you are facing a problem in shedding that extra fat. Combining different techniques can certainly help in staying fit and looking smart. Select a slimming schedule that suits your lifestyle. This makes it easier to sink into a daily routine and make you lose weight faster. Here are tricks that could help you shed weight quickly: 1. Calorie burning foodAdd calorie burning food to your diet, it will really help in making you fit. Add vegetables, cucumber, lettuce, green beans and fruits like blueberries, watermelon to your diet. They will do wonders for yo... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993011 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:49:09 +0100 4993011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984438&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F06%2Fnivea-skin-cream-wont-help-you-lose-weight-says-ftc.html Chances are, you didn’t really think you could lose weight by rubbing Nivea’s skin lotion on your belly and thighs. But now even the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says the company has gone too far, ordering the maker of the cream to pay $900,000 and saying it can no longer claim in ads that regular use of its product Nivea My Silhouette! skin cream can reduce your body size. In one such TV ad, a woman getting dressed after applying the cream to her stomach and thighs discovers that an old pair of jeans now fit, while a voice-over intones “New Nivea My Silhouette! with Bio-Slim Complex helps redefine the appearance of your silhouette and noticeably firm skin in just four weeks.” The company also allegedly purchased sponsored search results so that when people typed... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984438 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:49:58 +0100 4984438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993012&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Easy Hair Styling tipsFollow simple hair care tips to get perfect look. In today’s hectic life it becomes really tough to maintain a perfect look. But a proper hair style is essential for you to look impressive and attractive. Here are few tips that make it simpler for you to manage your hair properly while juggling with life’s pressures: Quick tips: 1. Overnight hair treatments can be very helpful for maintaining good hair. Apply oil at night as it gets soaked in the scalp. Wash the oil off in the morning. It helps you to get healthy and shiny hair. Massaging hair with almond, olive oil and rosemary herbal oil proves very beneficial for hair care. 2. Hair blow drying consumes a lot of time and to save time use a thick hair brush. It will help in drying hair wi... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993012 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:47:42 +0100 4993012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993014&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Healthy lifestyleFruits are rich in vitamins and minerals and they provide moisture to the skin. Beauty lies in the eyes of beholder. It is certainly true but to look beautiful it’s just not makeup that helps. You can cover few flaws with makeup but to look beautiful it is essential that skin should be attractive and glowing. Heard of natural beauty? Yes, that doesn’t require much makeup to cover up things. It is already glowing, shining and makes you look vibrant. It is very essential to eat healthy as that reflects on your skin. There are some quick tips that will help you to make you completely beautiful. Just add them to your daily routine and see the amazing effects. 1. Freshen up your breath: Nothing is worse than bad breath. It really creates a bad impressio... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993014 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:19:57 +0100 4993014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993015&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Fat burning food for dinnerHave delicious food for dinner which helps to reduce body fat. There are some food items which when consumed at dinner can help in reducing body fat. There is a whole list of fat burning food items which can help you burn that extra fat from your body. The fact is that these food items keep your metabolism rate high while you are asleep. So, eat the following items at dinner to have a perfect shape. 1. Tuna fish Tuna FishIt delays the process of breaking down of food. Tuna delays the process of breaking down of food, thus tricking your mind to feel satiated for a longer duration. Incorporating suitable alternatives in your diet is a comparatively better way to lose weight. Tuna fish takes full benefit of amino acids responsible for boosting... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993015 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:17:43 +0100 4993015 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4993016&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautyramp.com%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Experts SayThese tips will make your eyes look beautiful. To get that charm in your eyes that makes everyone spellbound just requires some attention. It is easy to get that look. Follow these make up tips from the best professionals in the make up industry and wait for the compliments: 1. Striking look: This look creates an instant impact. a. Apply some cream on the eyelids to get a smooth base for the eye shadow.b. Apply light pink colored eye shadow to cover the upper eye lid.c. Apply dark purple liner to highlight the lower eyelid. Choosing a dark color will help add magnetism to the eyes.d. Dark hues should be applied on the corners of the eyes only. Quick Tip: Use light eye shadow to get best result. 2. Long lasting impact look: This look can make you look outstan... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4993016 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:45:09 +0100 4993016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984719&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Applying EyeshadowChoose a color which will make your eyes pop. A perfect eye makeup completes your look for the day with an attractive touch. It is essential to select the correct eye make up which suits your eyes well. If you don’t apply eye makeup regularly, there is nothing to fear. Just remember the following steps to get a perfect eye make for the occasion: Cosmetics Required: 1. Primer cream 2. Eye shadow brush3. Eye shadow (for base)4. A dark eye shadow (for highlighting the eyelid)5. Mascara6. Eye liner7. Glitter (if want to add a shimmer)8. Cotton wool Applying Eye Shadow: 1. Clean your skin well before you start applying make up.2. Dampen the brush before you start.3. Apply some primer cream on the eyes to provide a soft and smooth base.4. Apply a bas... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984719 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 07:17:50 +0100 4984719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984720&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Reducing Belly FatYou can reduce belly fat by adding healthy food to your diet. Tired of the fat around your belly? Want to get rid of it? You can easily get that perfect shape by doing regular exercise that makes you lose weight and look fit. The first step to reduce that extra fat is to improve your diet and add healthy food in your daily regime. So, here are some food items that you can add to your diet and you will have a flat belly: 1. Mushrooms: It is a rich source of vitamin D. Vitamin D is known to help in reducing weight as the proper absorption of calcium by body depends on it. People who have deficiency of vitamin D face problem in burning fat. If you eat three ounces of mushroom daily, you can fulfill the requirement of vitamin D in our body.2. Whole grains... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984720 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:31:58 +0100 4984720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984721&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Unhealthy food that affect your skinEat healthy, stay healthy. If we eat healthy, we stay healthy. In other words, our diet affects our body. So, it is very important to take a healthy diet for a glowing skin. A healthy skin reflects back the healthy regime you are following to maintain that lovely glow on your face. There are adverse effects of unhealthy diet on your skin. Let’s figure out which food items are not good for skin: 1. Sugar: If taken in excess it can affect your health badly. Problem starts with the process called glycosylation. In this process, the sugar in the blood attaches itself to the protein and stops its proper functioning. All body cells include the component collagen and it’s a vital component of our skin. So, it badly affects the skin. ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984721 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:26:43 +0100 4984721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984559&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F30%2Fare-you-hopeful-about-hope-in-a-jar%2F Aliza asks (via Facebook)…Could you analyze the “hope in a jar” moisturizer line from Philosophy, and compare it to drugstore brands? I want to know if i’ll really be getting my moneys worth before i decide to buy it. The Left Brain responds: There is nothing in the “Hope in a Jar” moisturizer that would warrant spending $28-$38 for a 2oz  jar. With one notable exception it uses standard moisturizing ingredients. Hope In A Jar Ingredients Water, Lauryl Lactate, Behenic Acid, Behenoxy Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Behenyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Pentaerythritol Tetra Caprate/Caprylate, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Benzyl Alcohol, Retinyl Acetate (Vitamin A), Stearic Acid, Panthenol, Beta Glucan (Oat Flour), Arginine HCl, Lavandula Angu... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984559 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:05:23 +0100 4984559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984442&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2Fff8Oq-VAK_A%2F Health is where we live, play, work and pray — and also where we moisturize. Eucerin is working to create a Skin Savvy Nation. Welcome, health consumers, to the Eucerin Skin Health Cost Calculator, a tool that quantifies the financial impacts of skincare habits by estimating the life-cycle costs and benefits those skin health habits would have. The Calculator takes the consumer through a battery of questions together which yield a “skin score.” These include personal health habits such as not smoking, using skin-protecting moisturizer on a daily basis, and staying out of the sun. Eucerin gauges the cost of poor skincare at $400 billion a year in the U.S., about $400 per capita for each American. This is part of Eucerin’s PR campaign called the “Skin First Movement,” in wh... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984442 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:09:26 +0100 4984442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976227&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Choosing a FoundationFoundation makes the skin look even and shiny. The first step to apply makeup starts from applying foundation on the skin. It covers the skin well and makes it look even. It hides all the imperfections like scars, dark circles, and discolorations. Every individual has different sort of skin, and based on the skin tone makeup foundation must be selected. 1. Dry Skin Dry Skin FoundationUse liquid foundation for dry skin. Skin appears to be dull and lifeless in such a case. This happens because the skin lacks moisture. For such a skin type, select a foundation which has a moisturizer in it. It will help in making skin even and well moisturized without looking stretched. Liquid foundation is perfect for such skin type. Don’t apply powder as it will... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976227 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:26:48 +0100 4976227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976229&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Blue eyesAlways select eye shadow that enhances depth of the eyes. The best makeup tips for any eye color is just to select a color that can enhance the depth of the eyes and make them vibrant and lively. Same goes for beautiful blue colored eyes.There are several shades of blue and selecting an eye shadow depends on the color your eyes are. 1. Light blue: It is the lightest shade of blue. For this kind of eye color it is preferred to use light shadows to make your eyes attractive. Dark liner can be used on the edges of the eyes to give that stunning look.2. Deep dark blue: Shades of golden and mauve go well with this eye color. You can use dark shades like royal blue eye shadow to highlight the eyes. All color eye shadow varying from light to dark compliment the e... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976229 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:30:34 +0100 4976229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976230&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make Up TipsHighlight the beauty of your skin with these make up tips. To get the perfect makeup it is necessary to apply a make up which matches your skin tone. Dark skinned people have more pigment in their skin, which makes it look darker. Skin tone could be either but what matters most for the skin is to look and feel healthy. Let us see what matters when it comes to selecting a makeup for dark skinned people. 1. Foundation: For such skin type this is perfect to use creamy and liquid foundation because they are water based foundation. Always choose a foundation which is darker than your skin tone as it will create an illusion of perfect skin covering the skin well. Apply powder to skin to get that perfect touch. It gives an even look to the skin.2. Eye makeup: For t... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976230 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:36:07 +0100 4976230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976231&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Green eyesFollow our make up tips and make your eyes sparkle. When it comes to eye makeup for green eyes, there is a lot you can do for a mesmerizing effect. Play with colors, the impact will be wonderful and real. There are many shades of green. First you have to determine your eyes fall in which category to make it simpler to select the right color eye shadow. 1. Deep green eyes: This is the darkest shade of green and the color that reminds us of a forest. For this shade, any eye shadow looks amazing. Darker shades like violet and purple suit this eye color beautifully. 2. Soft green: This is the lightest shade of green eye color. This kind of eye color gives an impression of mystery. Avoiding darker shades for this soft green color eyes is the best option. Go for s... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976231 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:14:37 +0100 4976231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976232&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Smokey eyesGet the perfect look with this dramatic eye make up. Do you have a desire to give your eyes the same smoky look that your favorite celebrity was spotted carrying on the red carpet? It is not at all tough as there are simple steps to get that sexy eye makeup. Complexity Level: Easy Time Required: 15 minutes Resources Required: a. A matte black baseb. Black powdered eye shadowc. A matte highlighter (preferably matching your skin color)d. Other highlighter of gray colore. Black eye kohlf. A silver eye shadow to add shimmery look to eyes (optional)g. A blending brush for black eye shadow and highlight colors Procedure1.Pick up a flat brush and dab it in the matte black base.2. Apply it on the base of the eye from the inner portion of your eyelid. Do it well ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976232 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:30:03 +0100 4976232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976023&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F28%2Fcan-medication-affect-hair-color-and-shape%2F Becci asks...Can medication really cause hair color and permanent waves to not take well? I’m a hairdresser and have been told over the years that med can cause a problem with the hair services but I haven’t ever had this happen. I have clients come to me to have their hair colored or permed who tell me that their hair doesn’t take well because they are on some sort of meds. The Left Brain responds: It’s well documented that certain drugs, like those used in chemotherapy, can impact hair growth. But I can’t think of any reason why medications would affect the processes used to color and perm hair.  This would require a chemical to be expressed in your hair and then also be able to survive the chemical destructive forces of Peroxide or Thioglycolate. I doubt i... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976023 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:01:52 +0100 4976023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976233&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Curly Hair Style 4Completely transform your look with curls. Remember the ‘Pretty Woman’ look of Julia Roberts which captured our hearts? That curly hair style looked amazing on her. Want to have the same curls? So, here are a few easy steps to help you get those sexy curls. You can go for this hairstyle without thinking much and it will transform your look completely, adding grace and elegance to your personality. Follow the simple steps to add those bouncy and swift curls. Curls can be achieved with rollers or with curling irons. People go for permanent curls too, which stay for a period of six months. Use of rollers to curl hair is a bit out of fashion now as it is time consuming. But, the benefit of using rollers is that it curls hair without damaging it. ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976233 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:47:18 +0100 4976233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976234&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Green Eye ShadowIt’s the latest trend in fashion. Your eyes do talk. Using a perfect eye shadow to highlight your eyes completes your make up. Use of green eye shadow is the latest trend and makes you sparkle for the day. You can apply green eye shadow with a pink or golden base. Both colors go well with green and it gives an outstanding look. Follow these simple steps to apply green eye shadow to make your eyes dazzle: Applying Green Eye Shadow Green Eye Shadow 2Quick tips to apply Green eye shadow. 1. Clean your skin around the eyes before you start applying make up on eyes.2. Dampen the brush with some droplets of water before you start.3. Apply some cream on the eyes to provide a soft and smooth base.4. Apply golden eye shadow in less quantity with the brus... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976234 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 07:45:29 +0100 4976234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4976024&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F26%2Fwhy-teens-dont-need-wrinkle-creams-2%2F Cathy’s question…My face is really gross at the moment. My cheeks are flaming with weird red blotchy bumps that I can’t seem to get rid of! It’s not acne! I’ve been using Guinot anti-redness treatment but it doesn’t seem like its working these bumps are really worrying me. Also I have some small faint delicate multi-wrinkles up there are there any wrinkle cream suitable for 16 years old? I don’t want to be 60 and none of the wrinkle creams would work on me cause when I was little I was so accustomed to heavy creams. The Left Brain Replies: Cathy, I don’t know what’s causing your blotchy skin bumps, but it sounds like you should see a dermatologist. As far as wrinkles are concerned, I wouldn’t be too worried at your age. Wrinkle... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4976024 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:01:53 +0100 4976024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968933&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Repairing Damaged hair at homeDamaged hair can be treated with home based remedies. Don’t feel that maintaining damaged hair is tough and can’t be done at home. There are several home made remedies that can help you repair damaged hair in very little time. The cause behind hair damage is primarily due to the lack of nourishment and it makes hair rough. It becomes dull, shineless, and lifeless. Best way to make them look lively and shiny again is to provide proper conditioning. 1. Egg Yolk Egg YolkIt is rich in protein and provides nourishment to hair. Apply egg yolk to your hair for 15 minutes. Wash it off with cold water. This is the easiest way to condition your hair. Egg yolk is a rich source of protein and it nourishes the hair giving it a silky look. It tre... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968933 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:37:37 +0100 4968933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968934&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Rapid weight lossFollowing a healthy regime can always help in maintaining a good shape. Every human being desires to stay in the perfect shape. Shedding away extra body mass increases confidence and makes a person feel good. Staying fit shows that you have a healthy lifestyle and follow a strict diet schedule. Following a healthy regime always help to maintain a good shape. Losing weight is not a tough task. Quick Tips to Lose Weight1. Eat a lower calorie diet as what you eat makes a lot of difference. Eating a low fat diet will help you to get rid of the extra fat in no time.2. Don’t deprive your body of food, this will cause weakness. Take supplement pills of vitamins and minerals to maintain the nutritional balance.3. Consult physician and dietician for t... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968934 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:56:38 +0100 4968934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968935&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Dry and Frizzy hair 1Healthy hair is sign of Good health. Healthy hair is a sign of good health. Hair is not in good condition when the cuticle layer is lifted and damaged. Hair is healthy hair where cuticle layers are tight and are in perfect shape giving a sleek and shiny look. Dry and frizzy hair is tough to maintain - the moisture is lost so hair appears very rough, under-nourished and dull. Weather affects the hair as humidity also causes frizziness. Using correct hair products for hair care can resolve the problem. Using products rich in silicone can help to maintain hair well in humid weather. Quick Tips For Getting Rid Of The Frizz 1. Never dry your hair completely after wash it.2. Gently remove excess moisture with a towel and let it air dry.3. Try to handl... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968935 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:31:45 +0100 4968935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968936&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Make up 4Apply moisturizer as it binds the moisture to the skin giving it a smooth look. Different skin tones demand different make up. Use these few handy tips before applying the makeup and then you are ready to dazzle for the world! 1. Moisturizer Don’t forget to apply the correct moisturizer as it binds moisture to the skin giving it a smooth look. Moisturizer makes your skin soft, silky, and lively. It acts as base for the makeup you are about to put on. 2. ConcealerIt is applied to give a flawless complexion to the skin. It hides all unwanted spots and dark circles on the skin. The concealer should always be selected according to the skin type. Concealer appears gray or ashy on dark complexioned people. So, they can opt for golden or orange undertones to balanc... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968936 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:54:13 +0100 4968936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968937&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Skin CareA comprehensive regimen is essential for your skin’s health. We use several products to keep our skin beautiful such as moisturizer, sunscreen, gels, serum, and cleansers. All these products form a part of our skin care routine. It is very important to know the correct steps to apply these products to get results. Skin care is divided into two phases: Day and Night. This is so because skin requires different degrees of attention and care at different times. If you apply skin care products in correct sequence then your skin really glows. Day Skin Care Skin care starts from the moment you wake up. Follow our recommended regimen to get the best results: CleansingA good skin care routine begins with cleansing. 1. Cleanser Skin should be clean. So, clea... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968937 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:05:58 +0100 4968937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968678&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F24%2Fbeauty-hacks-what-are-your-personal-hygiene-secrets%2F The Left Brain says: I saw this interesting discussion thread about personal hygiene tips and thought it would make a good discussion here. I’m not certain we would recommend not rinsing after brushing your teeth (too much residual SLS) but there are some interesting suggestions. Our faithful forum members have listed some interesting beauty hacks of their own. Bath and Shower products In the shower, I use Nizoral shampoo on a foot brush to clean my fungus-prone feet, especially toes and toenails. It’s off label, but it’s antifungal, and can’t hurt. -Sarahf A moisturizing shampoo works perfectly fine as a body wash.-Left Brain You can also use cheap conditioner as a shaving cream. (Less razor burn even on sensitive skin.) -Lindygirl1960 Just be careful when using c... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968678 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:01:46 +0100 4968678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968840&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39027&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cancerlifeandme.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fhow-it-ends%2F Just a few nights ago, I was in a particularly fatalistic state of mind. A lot of times, I think in the moments before going to sleep. Sometimes I listen to music (with ear buds, to not wake Telly), and that was the case that night. Pandora was playing in my ear. I was feeling very Continue reading How it ends (Source: Cancer, life, and me) Cancer, life, and me blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968840 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:47:50 +0100 4968840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968681&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fsummer-hazardous-health%2F   The lazy days of summer are soon upon us. Time for barbecues and sunshine, long days and relaxing, family vacations and the outdoors. But with each of these summer necessities, there are plenty of dangers right under your nose. It’s important to be aware of what you are doing, what you are eating and your surroundings, to make sure that you protect yourself and your family this season.     Here are some of the most common dangers and some practical measures to help you stay safe: Sun: We all know how dangerous the sun can be because we hear about it all the time. Too much sun can cause skin damage, or worse skin cancer. We can be out too long in the sun and get heat stroke or damage our skin permanently. Sunburns can hurt us for the moment and do irreparable damage. The... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968681 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:57:23 +0100 4968681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960343&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Home FacialOily skin needs special care. Oily skin appears shiny and rougher from other skin types. This happens because the oil producing glands are overactive and produce excessive oil. In such skin type, blackheads are also visible more frequently. There could be several causes for this - hereditary, hormonal imbalance, cosmetics, weather effects like humidity or hot weather. There are several home made facial especially to cure the problem of greasiness and give your skin a healthy and glowing appearance: 1. Mint Juice Facial Mint FacialMint Juice is very effective in curing pimples. This is a very effective facial for oily skin as it helps to cure pimples and dryness of the skin. You can apply fresh mint juice daily before going to bed and wash it off with co... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960343 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:05:10 +0100 4960343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960057&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F06%2Fnew-crows-feet-treatment-is-better-than-botox.html Got crow's feet? You know, those lines at the corners of your eyes? In the first ever face-to-face comparison between the long-time market leader Botox and the related drug Dysport, which has been available for only about two years, the challenger came out the winner. Ninety volunteers, all with crow's feet, had Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) injections on one side of their face and Dysport (abobotulinumtoxin A) injections on the other side. After 30 days, 67 percent of the patients said they thought Dysport did a better job. The study authors agreed, writing "photographic evidence also pointed to a striking difference between the treated sides of each patient's face." In the conclusion, co-author Kartik Nettar of the University of California San Francisco, wrote: "Ongoing studies will det... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960057 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:00:00 +0100 4960057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4960122&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F22%2Fcan-you-learn-about-happiness-from-virginia-woolf%2F Assay: Recently, I posted a quotation from Virginia Woolf for my weekly quotation. I often quote from Woolf, because she’s one of my very favorite writers. And, as has happened before, I got a few comments from readers saying, in effect, “Why are you quoting Virginia Woolf about happiness? She committed suicide — what can she know about happiness?” This response always surprises me, for a few reasons. First, Woolf aside, there’s a big difference between writers’ works and what they personally experience and how they behave in their own lives. Tolstoy, for example. I love Tolstoy’s fiction, and find it elevating and very illuminating on the subject of happiness, but I can’t bear to read about the actual Leo Tolstoy, who was a dreadful person. Nevertheless, suffering “... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4960122 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:17:07 +0100 4960122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4953113&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F18%2Fdoes-mineral-makeup-have-any-special-benefits%2F The Left Brain says…I was interviewed by a writer for WebMD who asked me questions about mineral makeup.  I was curious what your beliefs are about mineral makeup are (because I’m curious to see how effective the marketing behind these products has been.) So, I asked the Beauty Brains Forum to share their beliefs about mineral makeup. Here is what they had to say… Less irritating I use it because it’s less occlusive than liquid makeup and it does not contain irritants (like chemical sunscreens) that aggravate my rosacea. But the same could be said for any powder makeup.  -Sarahf I think most consumers would agree with me in that they have come to know “mineral” as meaning a product containing natural, hypo-allergenic ingredients, as opposed to old-fas... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4953113 Sat, 18 Jun 2011 06:01:18 +0100 4953113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4952829&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F06%2Fhealthy-fathers-day-gifts-for-every-type-of-dad.html If you’re stumped on what to get Dad for Father’s Day, give the gift that keeps on giving—good health. These gifts are sure to keep the special guy in your life—whatever type of guy he is—looking and feeling youthful. And we’re not talking Botox and body shapers. Active Dad: Consider home workout equipment to help him stay fit. Go small with exercise bands, a stability ball, and dumbbells. Step it up with a set of kettlebells, but first make sure you read our safety advice. Go big with a treadmill. We rated dozens and recommend several. Dapper Dad. Give him a close shave with a brand new electric razor. Our testers found seven smooth operators. Conceal signs of wear and tear with one of the many skin-preserving wrinkle products on the market, but may... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4952829 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:50:00 +0100 4952829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934137&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fcars%2F2011%2F06%2Fsummer-driving-may-increase-risk-of-skin-cancer.html Heading out for a long drive with the top down or windows open? Don’t forget to buckle up—and apply sunscreen. A study out this week suggests that people in the United States are more likely to develop skin cancer on the left side of their bodies and driving could be the cause. In the study, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, researchers from the University of Washington used a large government database to look at two particularly deadly forms of skin cancer, melanoma and Merkel cell carcinoma. They found that when the cancers occurred on just one side of the body, in more than half of cases it was the left side--particularly the left arm. Exposure to ultraviolet rays on the driver’s side is a likely contributing factor, the researchers said... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934137 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:35:00 +0100 4934137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934519&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F16%2Fwhy-cant-i-make-my-own-humectress-conditioner%2F Fitz asks…I love the Nexxus products. I really love the conditioner Humectress….. but to me it’s a bit costly. Does anyone know a site where I can order my own chemicals to make my own conditioners & shampoos. I want to save money and maybe make some! The Left Brain responds: As our Forum members were quick to point out, making your own Humectress may not be such a great money saving idea. Problems with Home Made Humectress 1. Ingredient expense It’s difficult (maybe impossible?) to get the ingredients you need at a low cost without buying large quantities. Cosmetic companies enjoy low costs that the average person could never achieve because they buy TONS of chemicals. Plus, some ingredients are not even available for sale to the general public in any quantity... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934519 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 06:01:42 +0100 4934519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934142&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F06%2Fdont-get-burned-fda-announces-changes-to-sunscreen-labels.html The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today several long-awaited changes to sunscreen labels. But you won’t see the changes until next summer since most manufacturers have a year to start adhering to the new regulations. Here are some of the language changes you will eventually see on sunscreen labels: • Broad spectrum. Products that protect against both UVB rays (the kind that cause sunburn) and UVA rays (the kind that cause wrinkles and premature aging of the skin) will be labeled “broad spectrum.” Previously, the FDA only had Ratings for UVB rays—the familiar sun protection factor (SPF) ratings. • Cancer and wrinkles claims. Sunscreens that are “broad spectrum” and have a SPF 15 or higher will be able to say on their label that they... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934142 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:55:00 +0100 4934142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934520&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F14%2Fdo-temporary-hair-straighteners-work%2F Vjrad asks...One of your posts discusses dangerous permanent straightening options such as Brazilian keratin treatments. What about temporary inexpensive drugstore straighteners that are supposed to last till your next shampoo, such as the ones by Garnier and John Frieda? Are they safe? The Garnier one smells HORRIBLE!! The Right Brain replies: We’ve written before about 7 Sure Ways To Straighten Your Hair.  The two products you asked about are kind of a combination of these. John Frieda 3 Day Straight Frieda’s 3 Day Straight works by using silicone to coat your hair (#1 on our list of 7 straighteners). By coating each hair and then treating it with a flat iron (which is #3 on the list) you can get your hair reasonably straight and it will last pretty well as long as you don&... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934520 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:01:50 +0100 4934520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934521&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F12%2Fblush-science-101%2F Shirley from WebMD asked us a series of questions about blush ingredients for WebMD’s series on “Decoding” cosmetics. The Left Brain responds: 1.  What are the basic types of ingredients in blush, (powder, cream, gel, liquid, mineral powder, etc.)? Blush has a variety of ingredients including colorants, extenders, perfumes, preservatives, feel enhancers, oil absorbers, binding agents, spreading agents, and base powders. 2.  How do these ingredients work to bring that flush to your cheeks? There are 2 types of colorants.  One type provides the color, the other masks your natural color.  Things like mica and titanium dioxide can block out your natural color and allow the cosmetic color to be more noticeable. 3.  What are the differences in ingredients and form... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934521 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:01:02 +0100 4934521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4921596&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F08%2Fwill-redken-extreme-restore-your-natural-hair-glue%2F BeautyBear says…There has been a lot of talk about this “NEW” hair conditioning agent which is supposed to replace the natural lipid barrier found on the hair surface. Many people are trying to find products with this ingredient in it. I can tell you that the conditioner is known under different names (behentrimonium methosulfate) and (C10-40 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate) There are other trade names as well and depending on whether it is in a shampoo or styling product or rinse-out or leave-in type conditioner determines which type is used. If you are interested, REDKEN’s New EXTREME haircare line has it in it as well as a protein restructurizing system, ceramides and cuticle / lipid restoration system called IPN. The Right Brain responds: It’s... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4921596 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 06:01:12 +0100 4921596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902542&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F06%2Fshould-you-worry-about-propane-in-your-mousse%2F Frizzy90 says…I’m currently using Herbal Essences “Totally Twisted” Curl Boosting Mousse. I decided to look at the ingredients on the back. I was glancing at it and saw propane. The first thing that came to my mind was the grill on my porch that uses propane. Please explain the significance of this ingredient (flammable, bad for the hair, etc.). The Left Brain responds: This question comes straight from our Forum but we thought other people might have the same question so we’re repeating it in today’s post. Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Mousse Ingredients Water, Isobutane, Polyquaternium 4, Propane, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract (Lavender), Jade Plant Extract (Crassula Argentea), Fragrance (Parfum), Propylene Glycol, C9 11 Pareth 8, ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902542 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 06:01:57 +0100 4902542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4902421&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Faccepting-different-body-types-but-not-approving-of-obesity%2F2011.06.05 I just learned (yes, I’m a little late to the party) about the Body Shop anti-barbie controversy from a post on Facebook. The ad to the left has been banned from most countries, because it was believed to be in bad taste. For me, it raises some very interesting questions. First of all, it’s been my experience that the media has been relentless in its portrayal of feminine beauty as being a dress size zero. This is an unattainable goal for most of us, and a very narrow view of what is truly attractive and physically healthy. I can’t imagine how many young girls feel deeply flawed when they compare themselves to Barbie et al. If unchecked, that self-doubt and insecurity can become a lifelong self-esteem issue or worse. Eating disorders are becoming more and more common, and... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4902421 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 21:00:57 +0100 4902421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893660&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F04%2Fhow-to-find-the-best-beauty-blogs%2F Whether you’re an avid beauty fan or a fellow beauty blogger who just wants to check out the “competition”, this resource will be helpful. Here are our top 10 favorite places to find the best beauty blogs. Professional Tracking Services Konector is a professional service that tracks blogs. They list the top 299 beauty blogs which is very thorough (although I’m not sure why they couldn’t just make it an even 300!) They even offer a service where you can send an email to all the bloggers at once, which could be very valuable if you have a press release or an important blog post you want to pass on. However, you have to pay to join their service if you want detailed info on their top 300 (I mean, 299). The only free information you’ll get is whether or no... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893660 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:01:02 +0100 4893660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893661&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F06%2F02%2Fhow-does-chinaglaze-crackle-nail-polish-work%2F The latest trend in nail polish products are “crackle glazes” that give your nails an artsy shattered look. Both OPI and China Glaze are featuring these new glazes in their Spring collections. Today we talk about how these new polishes create this cool new look. How does ChinaGlaze crackle polish work? Crackling is a 3 step process. In the first step you apply a traditional base coat and let it dry completely. The second step is where the magic occurs: you apply the crackle layer over the base coat.  In as little as 3 to 5 minutes the fissures form. Use a thin layer for a finely fractured pattern and a thick layer for a more chunky look.  In the third step you apply a gloss coat that smooths the surface and adds shine. What’s the magic in crackle glaze? They’ve ad... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893661 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 06:01:17 +0100 4893661 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4883733&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F31%2Fdoes-paint-it-black-tanning-lotion-really-work%2F Vicky asks…How does “Paint It Black” Auto-darkening Dark Tanning Lotion work? The Left Brain responds: Continuing the sunscreen theme from my post on Octocrylene, today I’ll explain how “auto-darkening” tanning lotions work. First, let’s talk about the Paint It Black product that Vicky asked about. This is an interesting formula that contains more (and less) than meets the eye when it comes to sunscreens. Paint It Black Ingredients Aqueous Infusions of Caramel Extract and Green Tea Extract (Water, Caramel, Camellia Oleifera), Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyacrylamide, Isoparaffin, Laureth 7, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Potassium Caproyl Tyrosine (Tyrostan), Arginine HCL, Omithine HCL... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4883733 Tue, 31 May 2011 06:01:38 +0100 4883733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4876433&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F29%2Fis-octocrylene-a-safe-sunscreen%2F LisePunch asks...Why is Octocrylene being targeted as being dangerous? I am hearing all kinds of conflicting info about chemical sunblocks. The Left Brain responds: After this question on Octocrylene came up in our Forum I decided to dig a little deeper to find out if this controversy is really fact or just another beauty myth. Here’s what I found… Crying over Octocrylene To begin, it’s helpful to understand why we need Octocrylene in the first place. Does it do anything different from all the other sunscreens we have? The answer is yes: it provides improved sun protection. Although by itself Octocrylene isn’t a very good sunscreen, it can protect other UV absorbers from breaking down and it can even boost their performance. It also helps them coat the skin better... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4876433 Sun, 29 May 2011 06:01:07 +0100 4876433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872077&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fcelebrate-dont-fry-day-by-being-safe-in-the-sun.html The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention has declared today Don't Fry Day. The sun-safety awareness campaign hopes to educate people on how best to protect their skin from dangerous UV rays. Doctors diagnose over two million new cases of skin cancer in the U. S. each year, outnumbering all other cancers combined, according to the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention. Here are a few safety tips for you this Memorial Day Weekend from our recent sunscreen report and Ratings. Don't rely on sunscreen alone. Wear protective clothing and limit time in the sun. Your sunscreen should be water resistant, with an SPF of at least 30. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours or so and after swimming or sweating. Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of a lotion-based sunscreen on most of your body. Sources ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872077 Fri, 27 May 2011 19:30:00 +0100 4872077 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872240&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fbotox-limit-emotions%2F A recent article on WebMD highlighted a study where one doctor says he found that not being able to express emotion, may actually impact the emotion. He did this by studying people who had Botox injections and  Joshua Ian David, PhD was out to prove that not being able to express actually takes away from the emotional experience. But a second opinion on the study actually states the exact opposite, saying that Botox normally makes people feel more beautiful, look happier and actually nicer. See the full story here (http://www.webmd.com/skin-beauty/news/20100623/botox-may-affect-ability-feel-emotions) The idea that facial expression Botox limits emotions seems far fetched. When a person gets Botox they should leave the office looking and feeling beautiful. The most important thing to know... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872240 Fri, 27 May 2011 15:37:16 +0100 4872240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4872235&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F27%2Fcan-cosmetics-really-change-color-to-match-your-skin%2F This article explains how color changing products REALLY work. 3 types of color-changing chemistry 1. Ingredients that change color with pH/solubility Most of the products that we see that make these claims use this approach. The main ingredient that provides the effect is a colorant known as “Red 27,” a red dye which is colorless when dissolved in a waterless base. When it comes in contact with moisture, the change in solubility and pH causes the dye to turn bright pink. The product appears to change with your personal chemistry because the color changes when it comes in contact with moisture can come from your skin, or even just the humidity in the air. Red 27 can be used in powdered cosmetics, waxy sticks, and gels. Example products that use Red 27: Stila Custom Color Blush Smashbox... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4872235 Fri, 27 May 2011 06:01:50 +0100 4872235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862713&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F25%2Fis-beer-good-for-your-hair%2F Celeste821 has a sobering question…I see a lot of conversation about beer rinse and heat damage, I was wondering if a brain could shed some light on this? The Right Brain pours a reply: Beer is a great way to treat  heat damage, I always feel better after downing a couple of frosty beverages…Oh wait. You were asking about beer on HAIR.  That’s different. There are three reasons that beer MIGHT help protect your hair from heat damage.  Do you think they could be true? 3 Reasons Beer Could Be Good For Hair Beer contains protein which can form a strengthening film on your hair. Beer has an acidic pH which makes your hair shiny by tightening the cuticles. Beer contains hops which are natural astringents. The sobering truth Beer contains grain proteins (like corn, wheat,... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862713 Wed, 25 May 2011 06:01:39 +0100 4862713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862536&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fnew-advice-for-pregnant-women-when-choosing-sunscreens.html Everyone should use sunscreen when heading out to the sun. But our new sunscreen Ratings say that pregnant women might want to choose ones that don’t contain retinyl palmitate, an ingredient that could possibly increase the risk of birth defects. That ingredient is a topical form of vitamin A that the skin converts to retinoids. And those compounds, which are also found in certain acne medications, have been linked to an increased risk of birth defects. When checking labels, note that the ingredient is sometimes spelled retinol palmitate and has several synonyms, including vitamin A palmitate and retinol hexadecanoate. Products in our Ratings that include the ingredient are noted with a footnote. Almost every sunscreen we tested contains some chemical that has been associated with... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862536 Tue, 24 May 2011 11:30:00 +0100 4862536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853003&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F23%2Fhair-hot-iron-damage-which-products-really-work%2F This article explains why high temperature styling is bad for hair and tells you where to buy products with the best ingredients to protect your hair from heat. Why heat is bad for hair? Heat exposure causes three types of hair damage: 1) decomposition of hair pigment (melanin) which cause changes in hair coloration; 2) damage to the fiber surface which makes the hair feel rough and look dull, and 3) weakening of internal hair proteins which can result in increased breakage. These effects are greatest when hair is exposed to temperatures above 130C. Blow dryers, curling, and flat irons are all capable of inflicting significant heat damage. How do heat protection products work? No one knows for sure, but here are three possible theories to explain how heat protection products work: Uniform ... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853003 Mon, 23 May 2011 06:01:16 +0100 4853003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853004&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F21%2Fcan-you-get-dirty-from-washing-your-hands%2F Pamela ponders…Are antibacterial hand soaps worth spending more on? The Left Brain responds: Under normal circumstances washing your hands thoroughly with good old bar soap and water is all you need to remove removing bacteria.  So the answer is, no, you don’t need to spend more on antibacterial products. In fact,  Right Brain has even blogged before about how antibacterial soaps can actually make you sick.  But a new study shows that even regular soap can be hazardous to your health. Soapy Sales Discovery News reports that liquid soap dispensers can harbor potentially harmful bacteria. That’s because these containers are rarely cleaned and over time enough microbes can build up to overwhelm the preservative system of the liquid soap. (Even though liquid soaps are go... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853004 Sat, 21 May 2011 06:01:58 +0100 4853004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4841713&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F18%2Fcan-kiehls-rare-earth-facial-mask-remove-toxins%2F Product Girl has a point…If you have not tried the Rare Earth skincare line yet, this is a great time to try it. As a gal with oily skin who is not a fan of her pores, this product line targets them to pull all the toxins and gunk out of your pores. What’s not to love? The Right Brain responds: Sarah Bellum has been checking out other top beauty blogs and thought we should comment on this post from Product Girl on Kiehl’s Rare Earth Facial Mask. While we agree that Kiehl’s makes great products, they always seem over priced to us. Is there a way to get the same benefits for less money? (Oh yeah, the Left Brain will kill me if I don’t point out that masks can help remove dead skins cells but they don’t really pull “toxins” out of your skin or blood... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4841713 Wed, 18 May 2011 06:05:36 +0100 4841713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829069&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F05%2F16%2Frelaunching-the-beauty-product-discussion-forum%2F Hello Beauty Brainiacs We’ve got some big news here at The Beauty Brains. After many years of working with a discussion forum that had fewer options than we would have liked, we’ve finally upgraded our software. Introducing the all-new Beauty Brains beauty discussion board. Join the forum If you’ve been part of the Beauty Brains forum, you’re already signed up. Just click on the Forum button at the top and you’ll be taken to the new site. You may have to sign in with your original email but your password will be the same. If you are new to the forum, you should take a look and see all the discussions that are going on. We have over 6000 members and it’s growing every day. You’ll find discussions about skin care, hair care, makeup, the beauty indust... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829069 Mon, 16 May 2011 06:44:45 +0100 4829069 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4789238&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F05%2Fyoung-women-and-teens-are-soaking-up-cancer-risk.html Young women and girls aren't getting the message that tanning can kill, according to a poll released this week from the American Academy of Dermatology. Four out of five Caucasian girls and women age 14 to 22 reported that they tanned outdoors either frequently or occasionally during the past year, and 32 percent used a tanning bed. More than two million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with some form of skin cancer each year, and melanoma, the most deadly type, has increased 4 percent a year for the past three decades—especially in young white women and girls. “Most young women with melanoma are developing it on their torso, which may be the result of high-risk tanning behaviors such as indoor tanning,” said Ronald L. Moy, M.D., a dermatologist and president of the AAD,... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4789238 Wed, 04 May 2011 16:10:00 +0100 4789238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4758747&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F04%2Fa-robot-that-restores-the-baldunless-your-blond.html Minoxidil, toupees, hair weaves, extensions. Soon joining this list of hair-loss solutions? How about a robot that automates "harvesting" hair from balding men for use in transplants later. The FDA has approved of one such automaton called the ARTAS System from Restoration Robots in Mountain View, Calif. It features an interactive, image-guided robotic arm, special imaging technologies, and a computer interface that allows doctors to collect patient's hair follicles by using "small dermal punches." It sounds painful, but the company claims no sutures or bandages were needed during prototype testing. And, its creators say it's less intrusive and quicker than some traditional methods for gathering patient's follicles which are then manually transplanted onto the balding scalp spots. There... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4758747 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0100 4758747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4734317&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F04%2F19%2Fwhich-would-you-give-up-chocolate-sex-or-cosmetics%2F Check this out: Yesterday HAPPI magazine reported on a survey by  L’Bel USA that showed women in the U.S. would give up chocolate and sex before they’d give up their favorite beauty products. Click this link for the whole scoop and then leave a comment for the Beauty Brains community: Would YOU give up chocolate and sex if it meant you could keep your cosmetics? (And if you love your cosmetics THAT much, check out our money saving guide on how to be a smarter shopper.)   (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4734317 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:53:12 +0100 4734317 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4719975&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fobese-pear-shaped-women-benefit%2F Our obesity links us to diseases, early death; it makes us unhealthy, more susceptible to illness and terrible things in our lives. We know, as a people, that obesity will kill us. We know that people who lose weight reduce the amount of medication that they are on, feel better, work harder, and are stronger, emotionally balanced and overall happier. But, a recent article on CNN.com also suggests that the more you weigh, the more likely you are to have a bad memory. Can this be true? What can we do to make ourselves as healthy as we can be? Yes, it is true! The article is written about a study that finds that different kinds of fat release different cytokines — the hormones that can cause inflammation and affect cognition. What’s also interesting to know is that this memory loss af... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4719975 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:45:14 +0100 4719975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677134&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F514%2Fthe-dirt-on-common-cosmetic-ingredients%2F Have you given up trying to figure out what causes your skin allergies? Unbeknownst to many consumers, we could be spending good money on products that we think are good for our skin but are actually causing allergic reactions, dermatitis, premature aging, and worse.  The following are the cosmetic industry’s dirtiest ingredients, rated according to Environmental Working Group’s cosmetics database Skin Deep, which references the American Cancer Society and other reliable organizations.  Skin Deep rates specific ingredients on a hazard scale from 0 to 10, the latter being the most harmful. Petrochemicals Petroleum jelly, isopropyl alcohol, butyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, ethanol Found in skin astringents, perfumes Petrolatum (petroleum jelly) rates a low 2 on Skin Deep’s hazard scal... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677134 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:16:43 +0100 4677134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4676930&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F04%2F04%2Fbeauty-science-inside-a-real-hair-lab%2F Have you ever wondered what really goes on inside a real hair care laboratory? Now you can find out, according to this ABC News report. Learn how cosmetics scientists get real hair for testing and how they use the same kind of instruments used by NASA! Click the link below and prepare to geek out.   (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4676930 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 06:01:23 +0100 4676930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4642858&cid=t_110820_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fn3w-dFUNHGE%2F It’s a good morning, and we’re about to put a serious spring in your step during this second week of spring. How? Our 40 Days of Giveaways are back and all-new today. (If you’re late to this spring fling: Blisstree is using the season of Lent to reward you for giving up your vices in favor of healthier habits. Each weekday from now until May 3, we’ll give away a different prize to one reader just for becoming our Facebook fan.) And we hope today’s nifty prize will help launch you into a healthier, happier spring season. We’re giving away a one month’s supply of Nature Made’s Açaí + SuperFruit Super Antioxidant to one reader who simply “Likes” Blisstree on Facebook. About Nature Made Açaí + SuperFruit Super Antioxidant: A combination of extracts from the ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4642858 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:30:33 +0100 4642858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4636433&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F03%2Fthe-dangers-of-teens-in-spanx.html A 15-year-old high school soccer player was recently referred to me because of numbness, tingling, and discomfort in her left thigh that had bothered her for a few weeks. My diagnosis: a compressed nerve in her pelvis. The likely cause: Spanx, clothing typically meant to squeeze middle-aged bodies into trimmer form. I'd seen the nerve problem before in patients wearing tight pants, like skinny jeans. But it didn't occur to me that a girl so young and fit would wear Spanx. It turns out that her entire team now wears them under their soccer uniforms. It appears that body slimmers like these are the latest fad to hit the athletic fields. Sold in a rainbow assortment of bright colors, they seem to appeal to teenage girls who play a variety of sports including soccer, lacrosse, and softball. ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4636433 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:00:00 +0100 4636433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4626802&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F03%2Fmore-men-seeking-plastic-surgery.html Cosmetic surgery is on the rebound, thanks in large measure to baby boomers and men. Last year, men underwent more than 1.1 million cosmetic procedures, according to newly released stats from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Face-lifts for men, for example, rose 14 percent in 2010, and male liposuction is up 7 percent. "The growth in cosmetic surgical procedures for men may be a product of our aging baby boomers who are now ready to have plastic surgery," said ASPS President Phillip Haeck in a news release. Another trend is the type of men plastic surgeons are seeing. "Typically people think of celebrities and high profile men going under the knife," said Stephen Baker, M.D., in Washington D.C. "Tthe typical male cosmetic surgery patient that I see is an average guy who want... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4626802 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:59:15 +0100 4626802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560259&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F03%2Fgoing-away-for-spring-break-dont-forget-the-sunscreen.html A new report has confirmed the importance of using sunscreen to protect against harmful ultraviolet rays. The report appears in the March 7, 2011, issue of The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics, an independent publication that evaluates the evidence on medical treatments and devices. It concludes that broad-spectrum sunscreens—when used in sufficient amounts—probably protect against melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, and definitely protect against non-melanoma skin cancer, sunburn, and skin aging (i.e., wrinkles). While the evidence on sunscreen’s ability to prevent melanoma has been mixed, the new report points to a recent study of 1,621 Australian adults, which found that those who used an SPF 15 or higher sunscreen every day for four years were only half as lik... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560259 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:04:31 +0100 4560259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4489886&cid=t_110820_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FiREEfhvNGe4%2F What it is: The Healthy Deodorant by Lavanila Laboratories What’s in it: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Alpha-Glucan oligosaccharide (sugar derived), carrageenan, goji berry, valerian, corn starch, and more – the full list of ingredients varies depending on the scent. What’s not in it: Aluminum, petrochemicals, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oils, silicone, synthetic dyes, sulfates, or parabens. What it feels like: A little rough going on — the bar is really solid, and pressing hard to apply can be painful to sensitive or razor-burned skin — but once it’s on, you’ll be dry and happy and vanilla-scented. What it smells like: The bad news? You’re out of luck if you don’t like vanilla. The five available scents — Vanilla Passion Fruit, Vanilla ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4489886 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 21:39:02 +0100 4489886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4489665&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2011%2F02%2F5-safer-beauty-trends-for-2011.html Women have a long history of risking health for beauty. But several developments over the past few months suggest they might be starting to choose safer options.  1. Temporary tattoos The latest trend on the runway and in the beauty isle is temporary tattoos, according to the advertising firm JWT. Chanel now offers limited-edition skin art, and Beyoncé has signed up to help sell Temptu’s product. Permanent tattoos not only cost more than temporary ones, but also pose a risk of infection and allergic reaction. And the inks used in some permanent tattoos contain pigments that can break down into cancer-causing compounds. Finally, if you have a change of heart, removing a permanent tattoo is often difficult and expensive. Temporary ones scrub right off. 2. Airbrushed tans M... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4489665 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:00:00 +0100 4489665 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4477815&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F15%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-february-15-2011%2F You can come out from your hiding place. Valentine’s Day is officially over! Yes, a surprising amount of our Facebook friends said they hated the holiday. Some found it to be too commercial. Others found it to be lonely for singles. There were also many who thought it was a good excuse to celebrate love. In general, while everyone had their own reasons for loving or hating the holiday, I thought it was a great discussion about love and an opportunity to reflect on the four letter word itself. Our bloggers were no exception. Everyone had their own take on love. One blogger talked about how Valentine’s Day can bring up unexpected pain and sorrow in our lives. Another discussed the various stages of a romantic relationship (a perfect post for couples). A third mentioned the import... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4477815 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:53:34 +0100 4477815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4433136&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F03%2F10-blogs-to-spark-your-creativity%2F Recently, I’ve talked quite a bit about connecting to our creative selves. (Yes, everyone is creative!) One way to access our creativity, I believe, is through inspiration from other amazing minds. In honor of that, I wanted to share 10 blogs that help me get creative (this is by no means an exhaustive list), find tons of right answers and most importantly, get super-excited about the world and all there is to see. In no particular order, they are: 1. Scoutie Girl. This blog features interesting independent craft and design work. As their about page states, “Simply put, Scoutie Girl is the blog with a penchant for the passionately handmade.” The posts are always a lovely surprise. Topics include creative living and mindful spending. 2. Susannah Conway Susannah is a writer and ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4433136 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:53:54 +0100 4433136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4424282&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F01%2Fa-video-on-creativity-in-daily-life%2F A few days ago, my boyfriend sent me a link to a video he said I absolutely had to watch. He first saw it in a seminar at work. The short video introduces viewers to Dewitt Jones, a National Geographic photographer, who shares some of his thoughts on creativity and, essentially, everyday life. In the video, he talks about a key lesson he’s learned: There are amazing things for all of us to see every single day. Whether we actually see these remarkable things depends on our perspective, or as Jones says, on our ability to be creative. We all have the ability to be creative, he says. I’ve talked before about creativity and about connecting to my own creativity on my body image blog, Weightless. (Many fantastic bloggers talked about it too.) I’ve said that creativity is inside all o... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4424282 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:02:05 +0100 4424282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405992&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fmakeup-is-fun-even-during-chemotherapy%2F This weekend I went shopping with girlfriends. We had a blast. We looked at jewelry and tried on clothes and played with makeup — all the girly stuff. These two girlfriends and I each have two sons. In addition, all of our sons are pretty much the same age and in college. That means that we haven’t had daughters to shop with, but we do have each other. I treasure all my girlfriends; I can’t imagine life without any one of them. We had a great time trying on new makeup. I love makeup. Lipstick is my favorite, but I love choosing new eye colors too. Makeup was something I really appreciated while I was going through chemotherapy. Christmas fell halfway through my treatment period and Sister surprised me with a gift basket filled with the best makeup including lipstick, blusher, eyeline... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405992 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:35:13 +0100 4405992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4394583&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2011%2F01%2F24%2Fnew-beauty-brains-book-is-coming%2F Hello Beauty Brains Fans, We just wanted to let you know that our new book “Can You Get Hooked on Lip Balm” is being published by Harlequin and will be in stores shortly. If you want to reserve your copy online first, you can do so by going through any of the following links Amazon Indigo Barnes & Noble Borders Books-A-Milllion Indiebound Walmart This book will contain lots of new questions and answers that are exclusive to this volume. Stay tuned for more information but reserve your copy today. (Source: thebeautybrains.com) thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4394583 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:45:14 +0100 4394583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4309822&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F01%2Freflection-in-mirror.html I remember the first time I heard of a Bible reading plan. I thought it was ridiculous - how can God direct through a scheduled reading of the Bible? How does He speak into the needs of that day, if you are just marching through? Desperate for structure as a young mother, I picked up my first One Year Bible and read through it, and I found out otherwise. God has a way of exploding every box I put Him in.Yesterday, I started a new reading plan. It's affectionately known as B90X (a take on the popular fitness "boot camp") and means reading through the entire Bible in 90 days. Fifteen to seventeen chapters (or about 45 minutes of reading) each and every day, with only two "grace" days.Here, on day 2, He speaks loudly and clearly into the needs of this day. Genesis 22, the sacrifice of Isaac. ... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4309822 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:35:00 +0100 4309822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4304917&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F01%2F03%2Ftestimonials-arent-real-evidence%2F Testimonial evidence exists for pretty much any claim that has ever been devised — alien abductions, demon possessions, miracle medical cures and the like. One needs to look no further than the dietary supplement industry to see the influence of testimonials.  In fact, testimonials are probably the key marketing tool for the supplement industry.  Medicine, psychology, and the beauty industry, to name a few, often refer to testimonials in an effort to show the efficacy of their products or treatments.  It is not uncommon for people to make decisions based on testimonials that conflict with scientific evidence — giving more weight to the testimonial. This is a mistake because testimonials are not real evidence. Placebo Effect “Placebo” is derived from a Latin word... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4304917 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 13:59:30 +0100 4304917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4302190&cid=t_110820_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FY4Cf0l5FmIA%2F Think we all have different tastes where beauty is concerned? Well, cognitive psychology shows us that an average face (made from several other faces) is almost always judged as more attractive than its constituent faces… Why? It may be for the simple reason that an average face is closer to the mental idea we have of a prototypical face and thus easier for the brain to process. Want to experience it? Follow this link to the the Face Research Lab and create your own average faces. Enjoy. Happy stimulating New Year to you! (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4302190 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:32:55 +0100 4302190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300543&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fflexible-spending-account-tips-how-to-spend-your-flexible-healthcare-spending-money-before-2011.html If you have money left in your employer-sponsored, flexible healthcare spending account (FSA), there's not much time left to spend it. For many employees, December 31 is the last day on which you can spend FSA money you've saved for 2010. Consumer Reports' Money bloggers have come up with some helpful ideas on where to spend those leftover bucks if your insurer doesn't otherwise cover you, including a new pair of eyeglasses, over-the-counter medications, and even a hearing aid. Some employers extend the amount of time you have to use up your FSA money into the first months of the next year. But all require that by March 31, you submit your receipts to the FSA administrator, including your insurance company's explanation of benefits showing which items it won't c... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300543 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 16:20:45 +0100 4300543 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300544&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fmake-time-for-beauty-sleep-this-holiday-season.html Sleep has an enormous effect on our health. Lack of sleep can make pain feel worse, can add to anxiety and mental health problems, and has even been blamed for making us put on weight. And the latest research shows it makes a quantifiable difference to our looks. Most of us have a few late nights during the holiday party season, dragging ourselves into work with fewer hours of zzzs than usual. But what do our co-workers make of those drooping eyelids in the office the next morning? A sleep laboratory decided to find out, in a new study published in the BMJ (British Medical Journal). The researchers photographed 23 healthy adults, once after a good night’s sleep and again after staying awake most of the previous night. The photographs were taken in identical conditions, and no make-... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300544 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:00:00 +0100 4300544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4295014&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F340%2F3-beauty-secrets-for-dry-skin%2F Dry skin happens when your skin isn’t able to properly retain moisture and the production of sebum is low. Unfortunately, dealing with this problem is downright annoying, and the products you use can dry your skin out even more. But just like other skin problems, the products you use on a daily basis can heal your dry skin. Keeping that in mind, here are some beauty secrets for how you can effectively use skin care products to add moisture. Tip #1 – Shower Etiquette Showing in excessively-hot water can cause your skin to become irritated, stripped of oils and dry, so keep your water cooler to avoid irritation. Also, don’t let your fingers become pruned while soaking in the bath tub; instead, only soak for 15 minutes or less. Not only will you see an improvement in your skin’s dryne... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4295014 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 20:34:19 +0100 4295014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4281306&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fab-coaster-supplements-erection-problems-fat-calories-8-things-not-to-buy-this-holiday-seaso.html We recently reported on some of the best last-minute health-related gifts, based on our tests. Now, for the other list: Stuff our experts have deemed unproven or unnecessary at best, and seriously dangerous at worst. If you were thinking about picking up an Ab Circle Pro or a pair of man Spanx for that special someone, this list is for you. 1. Ab gadgets. Every year sees one or two new entries in this category, a mainstay of the nightly infomercial lineup. And they almost never work better than (or even as well as) a plain old sit-up or side plank. This year, we tested the Ab Circle Pro, a $200 disk with handlebars and knee pockets, and the even pricier Ab Coaster ($250—ouch!), a wheeled seat attached to a curved steel track. The verdict: Save your money. 2. Slimming clothing. Some... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4281306 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 23:18:32 +0100 4281306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4275161&cid=t_110820_146_f&fid=38266&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsleepeducation.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fbeauty-sleep-more-than-myth.html (Source: Sleep Education) Sleep Education blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4275161 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:07:00 +0100 4275161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4275318&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fsun-tanning-bed-risks-indoor-tanning-remains-prevalent-despite-the-skin-cancer-risk.html That’s the implication of a study published today in the Archives of Dermatology. It surveyed 2,869 adults about ways to prevent skin cancer, and found that less than 15 percent of women and 5 percent of men identified avoiding suntan parlors as one effective strategy. Yet, as we’ve recently reported, indoor tanning beds can quadruple your risk of developing melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. And the younger you are when you start using tanning beds, the higher your risk. The most commonly suggested protective method by both women and men was wearing sunscreen, followed by avoiding the sun and wearing a hat. Those are both good ideas—even in the winter. In fact, winter sun bouncing off snow can cause sunburns as quickly as sunlight in the summer. As a rule, don�... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4275318 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 21:55:37 +0100 4275318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4272659&cid=t_110820_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F332%2Fhoney-skin-and-hair-care-gold%2F Honey has for centuries been the workhorse of natural beauty and health.  Ancient Egyptians used it for face and body and even for health, including cataracts, cuts, and burns.  The Greeks, most notably Hippocrates, used honey for skin disorders and ulcers. In our current fascination with the new and the manufactured, many of us have forgotten the wonders of nature.  Honey should be a staple in anyone’s beauty cabinet. Honey contains small amounts of niacin, riboflavin (aids energy production and warding off of certain diseases), pantothenic acid, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese (ensures healthy bones), phosphorus, potassium, zinc (aids immune and digestive systems), and other vitamins and minerals that do a world of good wherever it’s applied.  It’s the only known fo... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4272659 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 22:53:40 +0100 4272659 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265716&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Flast-minute-holiday-gifts-christmas-gifts-healthy-holiday-gifts-6-last-minute-healthy-holiday-gifts-.html While the economy continues to improve, consumers remain cautious in their spending this holiday season, according to a new Consumer Reports poll. So why not stretch that dollar even further by giving the gift of good health?Here, our six money saving  “best of” picks for the  health-conscious shopper based on 2010 Consumer Reports tests and surveys.1. Electric toothbrush. Yes, give the gift of plaque removal. These provide a vibrating and/or spinning alternative to manual brushes, and they’re small enough to fit in a stocking. We tested 10 electric models and found that half of them are worth trying. And one, Arm & Hammer’s Spinbrush Pro Clean Sonic, costs only $15 (plus $5 for each replacement head), a fraction of what we paid for some other models. ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265716 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 14:00:00 +0100 4265716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4266009&cid=t_110820_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FXmynFlO5_uU%2F David DiSalvo, a science and technology writer whose posts we share with you regularly, has just published his selection of the 2010 psychology studies really worth knowing about. A great tour of the brain and psychology that leads us from how many of our waking hours are dedicated to day dreaming, how the impression we are trying to give when meeting someone influences how we evaluate the other person, to how a confident posture gives a biochemical advantage that increases feelings of power and tolerance of risk. Enjoy! (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4266009 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 16:45:35 +0100 4266009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265738&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fmay-we-all-die-so-well%2F2010.12.17 Everyone liked him. Though his later years (the only ones in which I knew him) took away his ability to do most things, and though he was in great pain every day, it was easy to see the mischief in his eyes. The subtle humor was still there, coming out of a man who was weak, in pain, dying. She lived for him. She was always telling me of his pain, frustrated with the fact that he didn’t tell me enough. She was anxious about each complaint of his, wondering if this was the one that would take him away from her. Many of her problems were driven by this anxiety and fears, and she spent many hours in my office giving witness to them through her tears. As his health failed, I wondered about her future. He was the center of her life, the source of her energy, joy, purpose. How could she manag... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265738 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 16:00:23 +0100 4265738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4241714&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fhigh-heels-martha-stewart-victoria-beckham-heels-today-bunions-tomorrow.html I was surprised to recently come across a photo of entertainment guru Martha Stewart and fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg, both wearing 5½-inch heels. After all, the more years women spend in high heels, the more likely they are to suffer foot deformities and arthritic changes that make wearing the shoes painful and sometimes impossible. “It’s like a ticking time bomb,” says Judith F. Baumhauer, M.D., incoming president of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS). “By the time you’re 40, you’ve worn out your forefoot padding and your feet just can’t take the abuse anymore.”  Joel S. Buchalter, M.D., a clinical assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Hospital for Joint Diseases, and co-director of the Orthopaedic Institute at Putnam ... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4241714 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:00:00 +0100 4241714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4233176&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F12%2Fstiletto-heels-and-booze-just-dont-mix.html As 30-year-old New Yorker Carrie Donnelly began her bachelorette party in her new black open-toe five-inch heels, she fell, her foot going one way and her ankle the other. “When I woke up the next day, my ankle was throbbing and had become extremely swollen,” she said. It was a month before her wedding—the last thing she wanted to do was to walk down the aisle in a cast.   Super-high heels like Carrie’s are all the rage. Fashion magazines tout them. Stars like Lady Gaga and Victoria Beckham wear them. The surgeon who treated Carrie’s injuries (fractures to the 4th and 5th metatarsals), Judith F. Baumhauer, M.D., incoming president of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, has seen plenty of ankle sprains and a variety of fractures in women who fall off their... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4233176 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 16:55:15 +0100 4233176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4230213&cid=t_110820_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2010%2F12%2F05%2Fthe-3-biggest-lies-cosmetic-companies-tell-you%2F Kris’ question… I’m testing out Arbonne right now, but am thinking I can’t afford it. My mother-in-law is a “beauty consultant” for BeautiControl and they seem to have a pretty extensive line of skin care products. Do you know anything about the quality of their line (I’m looking mainly at cleansers, toners, anti-aging products and moisturizers) and/or can you recommend any of their products? The Left Brain Lashes Out: I’m surprised anyone can afford Arbonne!  Just kidding.  Based on what I’ve seen, the Beauticontrol products seem to be of reasonable quality. They’re also very pricey, but if you afford them, that’s your decision. What bugs me, and the reason that I would not recommend them, is the way the company hypes the... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4230213 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 15:27:15 +0100 4230213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4203290&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F11%2Fi-am-thankful.html For beautiful friends and the beautiful hands that serve us in love...For dancing on sunny days when our hearts are drenched in the rain of sorrow...For peace that passes understanding...For unbridled joy no matter the circumstances...For what He gives...(nephews)(nieces)(cousin-twins)And what He takes away...(aunts)(babies)(health)For sustaining us through the worst of times...For healing...For making the sun rise and set and bringing beauty to our lives each and every day.Thanks be to God, our Provider, Lover, and Friend.Happy Thanksgiving, America! (Source: Turquoise Gates) Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4203290 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 21:53:00 +0100 4203290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4167952&cid=t_110820_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.consumerreports.org%2Fhealth%2F2010%2F11%2Fnickel-allergies-cell-phones-are-you-allergic-to-your-cell-phone.html Allergic reactions to nickel are common, affectingup to 17 percent of women and 3 percent of men. Maybe, according to an unpublished study presented today at the annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Researchers found that holding a cell phone to your ear all day might trigger allergic reactions from nickel in the phone's buttons. Allergic reactions to the mineral are common, affecting up to 17 percent of women and 3 percent of men. “Allergists are seeing increasing numbers of nickel allergies among patients,” says Dr. Luz Fonacier, an ACAAI fellow from Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, N.Y. "Patients come in with dry, itchy patches on their cheeks, jaw lines and ears and have no idea what is causing their allergic reaction.” Symptoms i... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4167952 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 22:11:08 +0100 4167952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4151878&cid=t_110820_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F09%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-november-9-2010%2F I’ve had quite a bit of visitors in the month of October. And while it was fun and I was grateful for their company, it was exhausting. It reminded me of the upcoming holiday season. Giving me a preview of what’s to come in the next few months. The good thing is that I learned something during the parade of October visitors that may help you get through the season with friends and family peacefully. Conflict often occurs because of misunderstanding and miscommunication. You may, for example, have gone to therapy and learned ways to take care of yourself. But your family hasn’t done the same. Returning to the home you grew up in and the life you used to live sometimes means that those who knew you before, may not know how to interact with you now. Here’s where my tip... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4151878 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:59:46 +0100 4151878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133869&cid=t_110820_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FqbXa0m1zFC4%2F photo: Thinkstock Check out this post about potentially harmful beauty treatments by Justine van der Leun on AOL Health. People head to the salon to get gorgeous — but with overdone, badly executed or unnecessary treatments, many end up with ugly results. “I see beautiful people who are in a mess because they get suckered into ruining what they have,” says Dr. Debra Jaliman, an American Academy of Dermatology spokesperson and the author of the Skin and Hair chapter in Women’s Health for Life. Here, we run down some potentially counterproductive beauty treatments out there — and tell you how to avoid unattractive outcomes. Skin-Lightening Creams It’s not bleaching that’s the problem — it’s overbleaching. While creams can be effective ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133869 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 21:17:14 +0100 4133869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133807&cid=t_110820_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSciencebaseScienceBlog%2F%7E3%2FuyWyzE7plmY%2Flatest-science-snippets-2.html Shampoo in your eyes – Botanical extracts added to shampoos almost never do anything at all and are usually  there purely and simply to make the product look more natural.   They are used at very low levels indeed. Expensive shampoo is a waste of money as is the cheap stuff you buy by the gallon. Supermarket own brands are fine, apparently. Free scientific calculator – Red Crab is a free and portable calculator for Windows that is perfectly suitable for complex algebraic equations like fractions, square roots, exponents and a lot more. The best option to take a look at the calculator’s capabilities is to load a few of the demo projects that ship with the download. First all-digital science textbook will be free – Within two and a half years, the E.O. ... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133807 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:00:04 +0100 4133807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119583&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fdying-to-be-beautiful-part-ii.html The thing about autumn - this season whose hallmark is death - is that it falls short of our expectations. It cuts short our sun-splashed summers, the boating and vacationing; the harvest is over, and whatever food we've stored from our gardens is it. Often it brings a sense of failure: failure to capitalize on a limitless amount of fun we could have had, work we could have done, yard improvements that languished and friendships we left fallow. In his classic book, Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies and Why, author Laurence Gonzales tells us that our survival - eluding death when the moment beckons - depends mostly on our ability to change our expectations.  If you continue to exist in the old reality - "Holy crap! I am about to die! Here it comes!" - then you probably will do just th... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119583 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:26:00 +0100 4119583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119123&cid=t_110820_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fc8vHLB_EYg4%2F photo: Thinkstock A tad self-involved, are we? New research shows that the average woman spends the equivalent of five days gazing at her own reflection in a mirror. How much time do you spend staring at yourself? It usually feels like we leave the house after about 30 seconds of glancing in the mirror to make sure we don’t have any sleep in our eyes, but we’ll admit that sometimes we primp longer than necessary. Five days is a long time, though — we could be doing other things that are a lot more fun (and productive) than staring into the mirror. Here are five things we’d rather be doing for five days of the year: 1. Go on vacation. We’ll take a mirror-less, five-day vacation, preferably in a tropical paradise. 2. Start to learn an instrument. We know that five d... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119123 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:28:34 +0100 4119123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119584&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fdying-to-be-beautiful.html Perichoresis.  "To dance or flow around".  A relatively unpoetical Greek word that describes the poetry of worship, of glorifying, of praising our Creator.  On nearly every page of His book, there is a command, a suggestion, or a mention of our praising God. Unbelievers have time and again labeled this as the ultimate in self-servient pride, proof that God is, indeed (if He exists at all) a megalomaniac sadist who has human puppets dancing in a fiery and comedic tragedy toward their eventual, unwitting and stupid death.Seen without the lens of Christ, that's exactly what this life is.  A march toward the inevitable grave, the only redeeming value whatever legacy we leave for the next generation, the one after that, the one after that...the gifts we give to the others on... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119584 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 01:36:00 +0100 4119584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098357&cid=t_110820_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fmountains-in-moonlight.html Eight years ago, he was a mountain man and I a curly-headed dreamer hovering between idealism and conservatism.  He kissed me when he got off the plane, in a desolate airport tunnel just outside the gate, the gray carpeted walls dulling the senses as my lips buzzed and my vision blurred.  We hiked through the rough-cut stubble of summer ski runs, legs on fire from the dry weeds, and lungs burning on the relentless climb upward.  That day is the most alive I'd ever felt, to that point.  At the top of Mount Washington, the wind cut a trough through the rustle of grass and we tread doggedly up the wooden planks to the ski lift platform, bare in the summer sun, just a stack of two-by-fours nailed down to make a ramp.  He put his arm around my waist and a shiver down... 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