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Vitamin C in Cosmetic Products – Does it work? episode 211

The Beauty Brains

It is not naturally produced in our bodies so we need to get it from our diet. Vitamin C is known to play a role in collagen production in the skin. Vitamin C is a chemical called ascorbic acid that has a wide variety of functions in our body, most notably as an antioxidant.

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Ask A Dermatologist: Is Adult Acne on the Rise?

West Lake Dermatology

These factors range from psychological stress to the use of specific cosmetic products, dietary habits, and underlying health conditions. Stress triggers the production of androgens and cortisol — hormones that stimulate the sebaceous glands to produce more oil — leading to clogged pores and breakouts. What Causes Adult Acne?

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Can I use a facial cleanser as a shampoo? Episode 212

The Beauty Brains

This skin can display a reaction as a result of reduced tolerance to an environmental exposure, such as the sun or a cosmetic product. That being said, if your skin is reactive to cosmetic products, it’s important to pinpoint which type of ingredient is causing the sensitivity. In this case, less is more!

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Transcutaneous Sensitization: The Real Skinny on Food-based Emollients and Skincare Products

The Dermatology Digest

1-4 Historically, many natural products have been applied to the skin, some of which are also ingested as part of the diet. Common additives to numerous moisturizers, cleansers, and other cosmetic products include foods such as oat, wheat, sunflower, and coconut, causing concern for potential transcutaneous sensitization.

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Dry Patches on Your Face? Pictures Causes & Treatments

First Derm

5] But, differentiation can be made using the pattern of the lesion, and a good history, where evidence of contact with a suspected item like a face mask or new cosmetic products will be present. So, do not forget to drink plenty of water and eat a healthy, nutritious, and balanced diet.

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Linoleic Acid vs Linolenic Acid: What's the Difference?

Aesthetics Advisor

Both are the two essential fatty acids required in the diet. Borage oil is naturally rich in the Omega-6 essential fatty acid GLA (gamma-linolenic acid C18:3n-6) making it used in cosmetic products such as topical creams, balms, ointments, and body butters formulated to benefit the skin. What is Linoleic Acid?

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How does Tresemme Beauty-Full Volume Reverse Wash haircare system work? Episode 151

The Beauty Brains

The truth is most cosmetic products that you use right now aren’t drastically different than the things that people were using in the 1950’s and 60’s. The study looked at the diets of over 100,000 people over the course of 4 years. It will be looked at for treating things like acne, psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema.

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