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Integrative Remedy: Aloe Vera + Retinoids to Fight Acne

For many of us, acne continues to affect our everyday lives well beyond our teenage years. For treating acne, retinoids (e.g. tretinoin) are considered the first line of therapy. However, the topical...

Author: Ramses Delgadillo

Skin Research Spotlight: Tea Tree Oil For Acne

Acne (acne vulgaris) is one of the most commonly experienced skin conditions during our teen years and young adulthood. Lately, as people have begun demanding more natural treatments for acne, researchers have...

Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo

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Herbal Facial Steams

Facial Steams are used to bring warm moisture to the skin and open the pores. Adding herbs to facial steams increases the benefits, depending on the qualities of the herbs used. Herbs that are antibacterial,...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Editor: Jivome Content Team

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Skin Research Spotlight: Licorice Root Extract for Eczema

Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that commonly affects children. Eczema is thought to be a result of problems with the skin’s natural barrier, which...

Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo

Skin Research Spotlight: Serratula Extract For Age Spots

Age spots, or lentigo solaris, is a common skin condition that results from excess exposure to the sun’s UV rays. Although these spots are usually harmless, many of us would prefer not to have them,...

Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo

Science of Facial Masks and Facial Clay

Both mud and clay masks have many benefits to the skin when applied. Facial masks are often used in spa treatments and can also be purchased at stores for use at home. There are a wide variety of mud and clay...

Author: Janice Leung

Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD

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Herbal Teas to Cool the Skin and Body

Everything that we put into our body has more effects than just providing nutrients. In most traditional healing modalities, foods and herbs are considered to provide a warming or cooling effect. By...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Probiotic Benefits for the Skin: Foods vs Supplements

Probiotics for skin care are gaining popularity in health these days and rightfully so. Probiotics, considered “good bacteria,” are live bacteria and yeasts that can be beneficial to various processes in...

Author: Steven Lam

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Cooling Massage Oil Recipe for Warmer Months

Did you know that your choice of skin care products can increase or decrease the amount of heat and irritation in your body? When it is hot outside, use cooling oils to help balance the summer heat and make...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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Is Black Salve a Good Natural Treatment for Skin Cancer?

Skin Cancer Scenario A 32-year-old woman, Cindy, presented to her doctor with a melanoma on her right arm in March. Cindy is a single mother, with three children, and works a minimum wage job. Her doctor told...

Author: Summer Ghaith

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

Glutathione Skin Care For Whitening and Brightening

One factor that makes people unique is their skin color. We also all have a preferred skin tone and there are many products out there to make your skin color appear more evenly toned. Glutathione, a...

Author: Tammy Wu

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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10 Ways to Soothe a Sunburn

With summer quickly approaching, it is important to prepare and treat your skin for the warm weather and abundant sun exposure that it may get. There are so many skin types and skin tones, and everyone’s...

Author: Andrea Leung

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

DIY Sore Muscle Relief Oil and Tea

Sore muscles occur when we have pushed our muscles beyond their normal limits. While this is a necessary process in training our muscles to become stronger, the discomfort is no fun and can last up to 5 days....

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Five Fantastic Supplements for Better Skin

When it comes to optimizing your skin health, the key factors that affect your skin include diet, genetics, lifestyle, and your environment. Ensuring that you are getting adequate sleep, avoiding excessive sun...

Author: Nicole Olayon MSN

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Rubber Face Masks – the New Secret to Good Skin?

Face masks are all the rage now, especially in many countries in Asia where it is not uncommon to find it in most households. If you think putting on scary looking face masks or slathering mud masks on your...

Author: Tammy Wu

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Turmeric: An Anti-inflammatory Herb

Turmeric is an extremely popular herb that is used in hundreds of recipes. It is most well-known for coloring rich Indian curry. This spice not only tastes great, but provides some powerful health advantages,...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD

5 Surprising Beauty Remedies with Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar began being used for medicinal purposes as early as 400 BC when Hippocrates prescribed it for various treatments. It is mainly composed of apple juice, to which yeast is added to ferment...

Author: Alexis Meyer

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Is Turmeric Good for My Skin?

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a yellow spice that has been used as a healing herb in Ayurvedic medicine and in many Asian cuisines. Scientific studies have shown that turmeric plays a powerful role as an...

Author: Niel Panchal

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Natural Remedies for Eczema

Many people all over the world suffer from eczema with symptoms ranging from tolerable to severe. There are many different medications that can be prescribed to treat eczema but sometimes they can be expensive...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Skingredient: Aloe Vera is Nature’s Skin Soother

What Is Aloe Vera? Aloe vera comes from the leaves of the Aloe barbadensis plant, which is a cactus-like succulent that commonly grows in tropical parts of the world. Aloe vera has been used for thousands of...

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Matcha Tea: A Japanese Secret to Health

Matcha is a bright green powder that is traditionally made in Japan by finely grinding entire tea leaves. In recent years, the popularity of matcha tea has increased dramatically and it can be found all over...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Can Caffeine Improve Your Workout?

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the United States. Many enjoy the light buzz from drinking a cup in the morning before work but that buzz might also help in the gym. Coffee contains high amounts of...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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