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Our hair and skin are typical concerns for cosmetic reasons, but can also be indicators of our health. This community knows that taking care of (and recognizing what can afflict) them makes us look and feel so much better!

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Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog Poison Ivy: Myths and Facts.
There is one rash in particular that really gets my dander up literally. Just looking at this rash makes me feel itchy. The rash, poison ivy, is making its presence again in my office after a few months of winter dormancy. This articl will examine some facts and myths on this dermatolologic scourge.
4/25
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Jeany Miller posted the blog [Looking Good] Moisturizing Product Review.
In cold weather especially, I suffer from chronically dry skin.This year though, I'm determined not to let myself get to the point of no return as I ve done in previous years. Here are my four favorite moisturizing products I found!
4/9
- Bri Luginbill at HelloLife said:
  I am glad Dove is on your "I Love It!" list. I love using Dove as well. It's really not all that expensive and it does the job well.
  
  Another product I really like for dry skin is Lubriderm. It's a great lotion and only costs around $7 as well.4/9
- Nancy said:
  Well let me share too! I went to the spa a few years ago (a Christmas gift from my husband) I decided to get a massage (dry skin and all)! It was great, they use all kinds of special potions on your body - or do they? During my massage I asked the girl what she was using and she gave me a beauty tip. She said it's all you need is a little grape seed oil. So I stopped at my local grocery store after the spa and picked up a bottle for myself.
  It works great. Here's what I do, first I put some of the oil in a small spray bottle then when I'm ready to use it I put some lotion in my hand along with two squirts of the oil. Rub your hands together and presto you have a nice non-grease lotion that keeps your skin moist.
  The good news is you can monitor the amount of oil, it's a natural product and it will work with any type of lotion. 4/9
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Laura Hogg
Has anyone here used an epilator for hair removal? I'm thinking of buying one because, let's face it, shaving is a pain...3/15
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Dayton posted the blog The MANLY guide to lotions and STUFF.
The Criteria: -It doesn't smell like a woman or basket of fruit -It moisturizes without being all greasy and gross and doesn't leave crap everywhere -It lasts a long time, because reapplying is a pain...
2/24
- Laura Hogg said:
  Hemp hand lotion is AWESOME! My boyfriend uses it all the time, and I've really found nothing else that works better.2/24
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Amanda posted the blog Relive the Love Story with Your Hair, End Hair Loss with Leimo.
Leimo, a household name in home-based hair loss management, offers a completely safe, effective, and natural treatment for hair loss the Leimo Personal Hair Laser Starter Kit. Leimo is clinically proven effective and 100 safe.
2/24
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Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog Do I Have Eczema?.
Not a day goes by in my office that I don't evaluate a rash on someone's skin. By far, the most common rash I see is eczema. This blog will discuss the identification, causes and treatment of eczema.
2/23
- Christian said:
  Hi Guys
  Not quite sure if you are interested, but I manage an online shop specialized in Eczema Cure and Management: www.theallergyshop.com.au
  It is unique and leading store for all people affected by eczema.
  We sell worldwide.
  It is not only commercial but also educational, based on my long experience in dealing with Atopic Dermatitis.
  Thanks
  Christian3/4
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Laura Hogg
I already posted something similar in the digestion group, but has anyone here ever tried improving their digestion in an effort to help their skin?1/24
- Denise said:
  I've gone on Detox Diets and Yeast Cleanses for digestive distress and noticed an improvement in my skin with both.2/19
- Big Dave said:
  I've never heard of a yeast cleanse. What is it?2/20
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Jeany Miller posted the blog [Looking Good] The No-Wash Hair Movement - What Experts Say.
The marketplace for hair products seems to grow with each new day. Interestingly however a growing group of people are instead treating their locks with nothing citing that tresses are healthier and prettier without chemical-laden products. Are these people crazy?! Perhaps not.
1/21
- Bri Luginbill at HelloLife said:
  "When you do wash, you should cleanse only the scalp and hairline rather than lathering all the way to the ends, which can cause serious hair damage." That is good to know. I've switched to a more natural shampoo, but i always shampoo my whole head, including the ends of my hair. Now I won't do that! Thanks, Jeany.1/23
- Laura Hogg said:
  If I'm not mistaken, isn't the movement more about not using shampoo than not using anything at all? I've read some articles on this movement and I've heard that the girls still wash their scalps, but it's with a natural mixture (baking soda and something else, I believe).
  
  I've considered going this route; the underside of my hair tends to get really, really dry and I know it's not healthy. So we'll see! I usually only wash my hair every other day at most, and that's plenty for me. I do sometimes wash just my bangs.1/24
- sprouty said:
  One of the main ideas is to dro pout shampoo. However, if you cleanse your hair frequently, using any method, including baking soda, your hair will still have the dry/greasy flip-flopping. Ideally, you want to only cleanse it occasionally, allowing your scalps natural oils smooth your hair. A bore bristle brush is good for moving oils down the hair shaft and to the ends.
  
  I use baking soda/water most days. I have to wash my hair every day because I'm just weird that way. It leaves my hair over-dry, so I use 2-3 drops of jojoba oil. Of course, this make my hair greasy the next day, so I have to wash it. Vicious cycle, right? Anyway, I'm not doing it to get away from washing my hair or to have naturally beautiful hair. I don't care about that. I'm just trying to reduce my use of potentially toxic chemicals... and baking soda is cheap.1/24
- Laura Hogg said:
  Everything I've read says to only cleanse the scalp, not the hair (example: http://www.naturemoms.com/no-shampoo-alternative.html). There's a transition period, but from what I hear, your hair is a lot healthier afterwards!
  
  This movement really appeals to me. I already stay away from SLS, and I'm trying to use other natural care methods (I wash my face with raw honey and moisturize/remove makeup with coconut oil). I'm just not sure how I would handle the transition period :P1/24
- sprouty said:
  Yeah, honestly, I tried to go the whole way originally. The transition period stopped me. But I found a good compromise.1/24
- Laura Hogg said:
  Hmmm...as much as that transition scares me, I feel like I will try it eventually. Do I sense another blog series coming on?? :P Maybe I should just find clever ways to hide my hair...1/24
- Dayton said:
  I wash my hair almost everyday....but if I don't I feel like my hair is super gross, esp after a cardio workout everything is all sweaty! But my hair doesn't seem overly greasy or dry....so am I destroying my hair somehow?? keeping in mind covering just my scalp is all my hair lol1/24
- sprouty said:
  @Dayton I don't think you need to worry about destroying your hair. I don't. My hair is cut off long before I could even get split ends. Mostly, like I said, it's to avoid parabens, SLS, benzene, and PEGs.
  
  Have you ever tried shaving with soap and shea butter? That foam in a can has some of the worst chemicals I've ever seen.1/25
- Laura Hogg said:
  Definitely avoid SLS if you can!! I'm pretty sure that the SLS in my toothpaste what caused my bouts of canker sores. I could hardly eat, drink, talk, or smile. I've switched to a natural, SLS-free brand, and I love it.1/25
- Laura Hogg said:
  Nature's Gate is the brand I now use, in case anyone's curious!1/25