Skin care

Have Acne? Wrinkles? Find Out Why (And What to Do)

Understanding the hormonal changes your body is going through can help you keep pesky skin problems to a minimum

by Audrey Fine

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Pregnancy -- Skin Care Must-Haves and Must-Avoids When asked which ingredients pregnant women must have in their beauty arsenal, Dr. Murad says that "in addition to a rich [body] moisturizer containing vitamin E and Shea Butter (try Palmers Shea Butter Formula Jar, $12), I recommend that pregnant women use products for the face that contain vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid." The rationale? "The vitamin C will brighten the skin while providing antioxidant protection and flooding the skin with vitamins and minerals. As women tend to experience drier skin during pregnancy, Hyaluronic Acid will attract and retain moisture to the skin."

Of course, when you're pregnant, it's important to be careful with what you put into -- and on -- your body. (Learn about the 8 ingredients to avoid while pregnant.) As doctors Rodan and Fields say, "we're often asked whether various drugs or procedures are safe during pregnancy. Our response is generally this: It's always best to wait until after delivery and breastfeeding to start on any kind of new treatment or medicine. Not only is the physiology of your body in a constant state of flux but also the health and wellbeing of your baby are your first priority."

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Helpfull info

by EricaC123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 05:08PM Report as inappropriate

very helpfulll

by aishak55 Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 03:05PM Report as inappropriate

interesting tips and product recommendations

by Chris213 Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 08:14AM Report as inappropriate

Based on the title of the article, I thought there would be at least one section for middle aged women with both acne and wrinkles. Disappointing article

by tr3kkie9rl Thursday, July 26, 2012 at 07:29AM Report as inappropriate