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How Hydration Affects Your Sleep (and What to Do About It)

Alison Bladh

But heres something that often slips under the radar, hydration. So lets unpack whats really going on, and what practical steps you can take to support both hydration and a better nights rest. Especially during perimenopause and menopause, hydration plays a powerful role in helping your body rest, repair, and regulate.

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Cortisol and Menopause: Managing Stress Hormones for Better Health Naturally

Alison Bladh

Stay Consistently Hydrated Dehydration increases cortisol levels. Drinking water throughout the day and including hydrating beverages like herbal teas (chamomile, peppermint) can calm the nervous system and reduce stress. Limit Sugar and Refined Carbs: These can cause blood sugar crashes, increasing cortisol production. Genovese, D.,

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Renée Predicts the 6 Biggest Skincare Trends of 2023

Renee Rouleau

In her version, Dr. Bowe says night one is for exfoliation, night two is for a retinoid, and then nights three and four are all about hydrating and nourishing to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. The benefit of PHAs is that they’re far gentler than AHAs or BHAs, and they hydrate while they exfoliate.

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The Philosophy of Peace, Love + LED Light At This Beauty Bar

Lipgloss and Aftershave

PCA Skin complements this by enhancing hydration and addressing pigmentation and fine lines. Pamelia has been a licensed aesthetician since 2010 and her journey in the beauty and wellness industry goes far beyond treatments. For melasma, we’ve seen notable improvements with more even skin tone and reduced hyperpigmentation.

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L+A Experiences First Injectable Of Its Kind Available In The USA

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Prior to launching Lira Clinical in 2010, Brenda, a Registered Nurse, still owner and operator of Medical Aesthetics. Being dubbed “injectable moisturizer”, it is formulated to provide hydration and an undeniable glow that lasts up to 6 months. Compared to before treatment.

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The Link Between Sodium Intake and Eczema: What You Need to Know

US Dermatologt Partners

Recent Research on Sodium Intake and Eczema In the June 2024 edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association Dermatology , researchers out of the University of California San Francisco published the findings of a cross-sectional study conducted from 2006 to 2010. Specifically, 215,832 adult urinalysis results were reviewed.

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Are boar bristle brushes better for your hair? Episode 138

The Beauty Brains

61, 439–455 (November/December 2010) A statistical analysis of hair breakage. My question is, do they actually deliver superior hydration to the skin? Sure, while the sheet is on your face it’s very good hydrator. Even if there’s no clear scientific benefit sometimes it’s just nice to splurge on nice stuff. Reference 1:
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