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How to Get Rid of Dead Skin on your Feet Our feet can take a beating during the winter and spring, especially when they’re constantly wrapped up in socks and tight shoes. Here are some tips for getting your feet ready for sandals as we are counting down the days to warm weather. Why Does the Skin on your Feet Get so Hard and Cracked? When not consistently taken care of with a proper exfoliation and moisturization routine (particularly during colder weather), the dead skin cells on our feet can build up. Over time, this build up can get thick...

Ingrown hairs are frustrating to deal with, especially when they pop up around the bikini line. If you find yourself constantly dealing with ingrown hairs, read on to learn more about what causes them, how to treat them, and how to prevent them in the first place. What Are Ingrown Hairs? An ingrown hair is a hair that grows into the skin, rather than straight out of the hair follicle. Ingrown hairs are most common around areas where you may shave. In addition to the bikini line, this includes your armpits, chest, back, and legs. They can get painful and...

The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it is prone to many issues. One of the most common skin issues people face is body acne – and many are noticing that this problem has become increasingly apparent during quarantine. Continue reading to learn more about the causes of body acne, as well as what you can do to fight it. What is Body Acne? As you may have guessed, body acne refers to blemishes on the body. Body acne can occur anywhere on the body, but the scalp, back and bottom are particularly prone to these breakouts....

Unfortunately for many with acne-prone skin, the frustration doesn’t stop once a blemish is healed. Marks in the form of acne scars or dark spots linger on, and it can be difficult to get rid of them. Continue reading to learn more about acne scars and dark spots, as well as the products and professional treatments you can use to fade them. What are Acne Scars? Acne scars are typically caused by more moderate to severe acne. When a blemish is inflamed, the body responds by creating either an excess or too little tissue to try to heal the spot,...

Plant stem cells have become a buzzy skincare ingredient, but what are their actual benefits? We’ll discuss the effectiveness of plant stem cells, and how they are used in skin care products. What Are Plant Stem Cells? Plant stem cells are undifferentiated cells that are found in the meristems of plants. They are able to divide in order to produce more stem cells, and can also become specialized cells. After injury, these stem cells help to stimulate and regenerate tissue to repair damage in a plant. How are Plant Stem Cells Used in Skin Care Products In skin care products,...