Reader: I got a bad sun burn and now it's painful. How can I tell if it's just a regular sunburn or if it's sun poisoning?
Sunburns are never good news. Not only do they leave you red-faced and stinging, but they often leave lasting damage. Sun poisoning may seem much more serious, but it's essentially the same thing. In medical terms,... Read more
Reader: I really think I sweat too much. Why does this happen and what can I do about it now that warmer weather has arrived?
The more important question is this: When do you think you sweat too much?
If you feel you sweat too much when it's warm outside or you've exerted yourself, then your body is simply regulating its... Read more
For those of us who can't seem to make an appointment or would rather tan in the privacy of our own homes, there are a host of options to choose from for perfectly bronzed skin. Self-tanners come in a variety of textures and delivery methods, but the most common ones are lotions, gels, and towelettes. But before even getting to the self-tanning... Read more
While tanning is not a healthy option, it doesn't mean you can't be pleasantly bronzed via other means. Since Coppertone introduced the first sunless tanning lotion in the 1960s, fake tans have come a long way. Instead of a "one-color-fits-all" approach, fake tanning now offers lighter and darker options as well as... Read more
I'd like to get a facial, but going to a spa isn't in my budget right now. How do I give myself a facial? According to the American Psychological Association, 48% of Americans state that their stress levels have increased over the last five years. A third of American adults suffer from extreme stress. The top two sources of stress... Read more
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