Skin Care Articles

best natural sunburn treatment remedies and what happens to your skin when you get sunburned
Best Natural Sunburn Treatment Remedies

By Cynthia Bailey MD

What are the best natural sunburn treatment remedies? Did you know that a combination of common kitchen ingredients and some TLC will help soothe the pain and discomfort of sore sunburned skin? How to Treat...

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witch hazel benefits for skin care
5 Reasons to Use Witch Hazel in Your Skin Care Regime

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Witch hazel skin benefits are impressive, even to a dermatologist. I recommend that you consider adding Hamamelis virginiana, better known as witch hazel, to your skin care routine.  Witch hazel has a number...

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how to find dermatologist approved natural skin care products
How to Get Dermatologist-Approved Natural Skin Care

By Cynthia Bailey MD

How to get dermatologist approved natural skin care and professional skin care results. It's a Holy Grail quest and you are not alone in wanting it. This is the future of skin care but there are so many mark...

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Benefits of Face Oils
Benefits of Face Oils

By Cynthia Bailey MD

What are the benefits of face oils? How do you use them.... and do you need one even if you have oily skin? The answer depends on the quality and specific oils chosen. Face oils are popular for good reason b...

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dermatologist's earth day celebration recommended products
Dermatologist's Earth Day Celebration Every Day!

By Cynthia Bailey MD

My dermatologist's Earth Day Celebration is serious stuff for me here in my little town in Northern California. I celebrate Earth Day every day with my choices. I'm a big organic vegetable gardener and my pa...

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minimalist beauty
What is Minimalist Beauty?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

How do you know if you are a minimalist when it comes to your personal beauty routine? I see that the term “minimalist” is bantered about in beauty and wellness advertising and marketing material. And I don’...

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Witch Hazel is a Top Skin Care Trend for 2019
Witch Hazel is a Top Skin Care Trend for 2019

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Are you using this anti-inflammatory for a healthier complexion? Searches for witch hazel are up on Pinterest by over 300% right now.  I used it as a teen, and I’ve created a beautiful toner with it becau...

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Pure Mineral Powder Makeup
Why Pure Mineral Powder is the Best Makeup

By Cynthia Bailey MD

True, pure mineral makeup is hypoallergenic and the best choice for sensitive skin. Mineral powders are essentially inert, meaning they are very unlikely to be allergens. Most allergic reactions to makeup, ...

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beta carotene skin care
Organic Skin Care - Beta Carotene, Greens and a Healthier Complexion

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Tips for glowing, healthy skin from the dermatologist Can organic skin care help you look better? Is your complexion sallow? Are you struggling with skin problems driven by inflammation like dandruff, rosace...

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natural skin care product allergen
Is the "Allergen of the Year" in Your Natural Skin Care Product?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

The American Contact Dermatitis Society just announced the new, rising-star allergen. They do this annually for allergens that are causing more and more allergic reactions. For 2017, the winner is...... Alky...

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hypoallergenic lip balm
Hypoallergenic Lip Balm - New, Natural, Organic Dermatologist's Lip Care

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Harmful ingredients in lip balms can prompt an allergic rash that looks and feels like chapped lips. The lip balm company benefits and your lips suffer.

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why it is bad to sleep in your makeup
Why is it Bad to Sleep In Your Makeup?

By Cynthia Bailey MD

Why is it bad to sleep in your makeup?? It's a question every makeup wearing person ponders on those nights when you're really exhausted and tempted to just roll into bed. But the answer becomes really clear...

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