Tag Archives: "dermatitis"
5 Ways Stress Shows Up on Skin—and How to Alleviate It
You know that stress isn’t good for you, but it’s hard to avoid. As long as it comes and goes quickly and you’re able to relax again, everything is usually fine, but if it goes on for several weeks or months, it could negatively affect your health. In fact, scientists have linked chronic stress to […]
5 Ways Hikers Can Protect and Nourish Their Skin
Ah, the sun is out and you’ve got a weekend free. It’s time to go hiking! Naturalist John Muir was quoted as saying, “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” Indeed, a hike out in the great outdoors can help ease stress, burn calories, build your muscles, and calm your […]
If It Says “Irritant-Free” Skin Care, Can You Trust It?
Have you heard about “irritant-free” skin care? It’s a fairly new buzzword, but what does it mean, exactly? And is this something you should be looking for when you do your skin care shopping? What is Irritant-Free Skin Care? This word has come about in response to consumers’ desire for more natural and safe skin […]
Resolve Your Sensitive Skin Series: Part 3-Allergic Reactions
In our third installment on sensitive skin, we’re going to talk about allergies. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), in 2010, skin allergies affected 13 percent of children aged 17 years and under. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says these allergies are on the rise, increasing from […]
