Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from sun effects such as skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common and increasing form of cancer in the United States. From lotions to sprays to sticks, consumers have many options when purchasing a sunscreen. Now there is a new addition to the market: sunscreen pills. There […]
Everyone has that favorite pillow that seems to help you sleep better. Despite how comfortable and clean your pillow might be, it’s the home of thousand of dust mites, bacteria, fungi and mold. People hang onto their pillows for too long. According to experts, pillows need to be replaced every six months. Keeping a pillow […]
Since spider veins are heavily a cosmetic concern, in most cases, spider vein treatment is not covered by insurance. However, since varicose vein treatments are often addressing a medical issue, many insurance companies will cover part of the costs associated with these treatments. At Island Vein Specialists we offer three main treatment options for varicose veins. […]
Did you know that one in five American suffer from excessive sweating? Our bodies sweat in order to maintain body temperature. Excessive sweating is a very common disorder also known as hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating is embarrassing and can complicate your professional and social interactions. There are many products and treatments to choose from but finding […]
Wrinkles and other visible signs of aging are unavoidable. The severity of aging signs, however, can be affected by factors that are sometimes preventable. A major factor that contributes to visibly aged skin is sun exposure. Here we’ll tell you three facts about what’s called “photoaging” and three ways to protect yourself against skin damage […]
Do you suffer from hyperhidrosis or just want to hide the signs of normal sweating? A new shirt is now on the market from a company called Sweatweave that is specially designed to prevent sweat marks. The company claims the shirt is the result of 10 years of R&D studying how to make cotton, often […]
In two separate studies with women, one in France and one in the U.S., the risk of breast cancer was increased for those with more moles. Researchers found in the U.S. study that women with 15 or more moles on one arm were 35% more likely to develop breast cancer than women who had no […]
In the world of fashion and beauty, standing out often means conforming to traditional standards of perfection. However, now and then, a trailblazer emerges who challenges these norms, redefining beauty on their terms. One such inspiring figure is Winnie Harlow, a model whose fame extends far beyond the runway, resonating deeply with those who face […]
A new review of a previous study on women’s acne has shown that when it comes to long-term acne treatment for women, oral contraceptives work as well as antibiotics. In the short term of 3 months, antibiotics were more effective but in the long term, after 6 months, contraceptives were equally effective. The longer time […]
If you’re considering getting a tattoo it is important to find a place that is clean and professional where you can be assured the tattoo will be done in a sterile manner. Since when you get a tattoo you are actually breaking open the skin, the potential dangers are similar to those of any surgical […]
First of all, there is very little scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of anti-cellulite creams. If they are effective at all, however, they do not remove cellulite permanently and need to be reapplied indefinitely to keep the results. In order for a topical cellulite treatment to be effective it must penetrate through multiple skin layers […]
A survey conducted by Consumer Reports showed that the most important contributing factor in deciding which sunscreen to buy was its SPF. After testing the SPF claims, however, only 2 out of the 20 tested actually protected at the advertised level. Most of the products tested between 4%-40% below the SPF they claimed. Here are […]
