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This Skincare Product Could Make Things Worse
Marc Edward has been voted top facialist in LA, his skincare line is in all the award shows' goody bags this year, and he'll be making appearances in next month's issues of both Glamour and Allure. Busy guy. Marc has the professional's take on what you can do to head a zit off before it becomes a big, gross problem, and he told me what supposedly "helpful" product that we're all using is actually a nightmare for your skin.
The Detox: What I Learned
A few weeks ago, I made a New Year's resolution that I would give myself a jump-start to healthier eating by kicking it off with a five-day detox, which consisted mostly of vitamin-packed shots in the morning, chocolate-flavored protein shakes for breakfast, and lemon-dressed salads for lunch and dinner. When all was said and done, I came out of the detox six pounds lighter with smoother, brighter skin and an enlightened attitude.
But have I been keeping up with my promise to stay on the healthier end of the culinary spectrum?
5 Great Cleansers That Put Acne in Its Place
Oh, acne, you're the bane of my existence, but thanks to ingredients like salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and even sulfur, there's actually hope for zit-zapping and pimple prevention. Over the past week or so, I've been doing some research on some of the best cleansers for different skin types. You may have caught some suggestions for products that help mattify oily skin, along with those that help hydrate dry skin, and now, continuing on with this series, here are five to help provide relief for the acne-prone.
The Detox, Day 5: 6 Pounds Down, Spirits Up
I've just completed the final day of my five-day detox and while it wasn't always easy to control my junk food cravings, grumbly stomach, and penchant for hummus, it was all worth it in the end. As energetic and light-spirited as I feel now after all this hard work, I'm still looking forward to a celebratory cocktail (or two), along with a heaping plate of sushi, tomorrow evening. To find out what else I have to raise a glass to, as well as gripe about, just keep reading.
The Detox, Day 4: Everything's Illuminated
It's day four of my five-day detox, and while I have to admit that my stomach's still adjusting to consuming smaller portions, I'm not feeling nearly as hungry as I did on that awful second day. But, I do have a confession . .
The Detox, Day 3: Jury Duty Calls
While eating the same thing each day on my five-day detox has proven to be rather blasé, I have found ways to add excitement to my entrées, which mainly consist of the same old protein shakes and salads. However, a simple switch in lettuce variety, along with the mind-blowing addition of ice to my morning chocolate shakes, have proved to be all I need to turn my monotonous caloric intake around. It truly is the little things that count, agreed?
The Detox, Day 2: I'm Tired and It Shows
With change, there comes an adjustment period, no? And I do believe that this is what's happening to me. As I adapt to a lighter diet, free of sweets, alcohol, and excess anything (except salad), today I am feeling hungry, weary, and a bit unfocused.
The Detox, Day 1: A Farewell to Acne
Yesterday, I began my five-day journey to the land of detox, mostly in hopes of rejuvenating my lackluster complexion and recurring battle with chin and forehead acne. While I have realistic expectations, as I'm not anticipating perfectly flawless skin à la Reese Witherspoon in under a week, I chose the David Kirsch Wellness brand of detox just for that reason: it's a gentle detox, not a blow-through-your-system-with-fury type of cleanse.
Yesterday began with a grape-y flavored, vitamin-packed shot, a thick (almost too much so) chocolate-flavored protein shake for breakfast, and a train ride into work.
AHAs vs. BHAs: Which One's Best For Me?
Need to clear up your skincare terms? I'm doing a series to help you do just that. Let's take on AHAs and BHAs.
Can You Sort Acne Myths From Fiction?
There are a ton of acne prevention and treatment tips out there, even more so now that we've all hopped on the crazy train that is the world wide web. Much of the available info on acne is good, but a lot of long-disproven or totally wack advice just keeps perpetuating itself. I thought it was about time we got some things straight, so I dreamed up this little quiz to help us learn and remember.
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