Skin Care

Hormonal Acne? No Problem, Here’s How To Deal With It

[caption id="attachment_9573" align="aligncenter" width="300"] hormonal acne[/caption] Are you feeling frustrated because of those pesky hormonal acne breakouts? You are not alone! Hormonal acne can be extremely difficult to treat, but the good news is that knowing how to recognize and manage it gives you an advantage. With the right strategies, treatments, and lifestyle changes, it is possible to calm down...

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The New Superpower Ingredient For Natural Eczema Relief, Wound Care, Burn Care: Hypochlorous Acid

What is Hypochlorous Acid? While the name sounds like a harsh chemical, Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) is a safe, natural treatment that kills bad bacteria/germs, relieves itch & inflammation, and speeds up the healing process.   According to the Cleveland Clinic “ HOCl exists in your body.  It’s created by white blood cells as a defense system against infection, bacteria and...

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Moderate Summer Sun Exposure Can Help Relieve Eczema Symptoms, But Here’s How To Do It Safely

Moderate Sun Exposure Can Help Relieve Eczema Symptoms. Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis is a skin inflammatory disorder – and as moderate sunshine provides an anti-inflammatory effect, it can help to relieve Eczema symptoms. That’s why most people experience a lessening of eczema symptoms during the summer months, when the skin is exposed to sunlight. Sunshine provides natural energy in the form of...

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CAN A GLUTEN-FREE DIET HELP RELIEVE MY PSORIASIS?

[caption id="attachment_8275" align="alignleft" width="300"] Can A Gluten-Free Diet Help Relieve My Psoriasis?[/caption] Studies have shown that some Psoriasis sufferers have a higher prevalence of getting other autoimmune diseases, including Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy, commonly known as Celiac disease, in addition, other studies have shown that some Psoriasis sufferers have a milder version of Celiac, known as Gluten Sensitivity. People with Pustular Psoriasis...

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Is It Eczema, Or Psoriasis? How To Tell Them Apart

Both psoriasis and eczema are skin inflammatory diseases that have enough similar symptoms that even non-dermatologist doctors have trouble diagnosing between the two. But, they have different causes and different treatment options, so it’s best to get a proper diagnosis for proper treatment.  The best course of action is to see a dermatologist, but if that is not an option,...

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How to Transition Your Skin from Summer to Fall/Winter

        Is your skin ready for Fall/Winter?  As temperatures drop, our skin becomes more prone to dryness.  If you have eczema or psoriasis, you are at heightened risk, as chilly temperatures, indoor heat, and low humidity can worsen or trigger symptoms. Not to worry, there are simple changes you can make to your skincare routine, lifestyle, and...

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Can Probiotics Help Skin Disorders Like Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, or Psoriasis?

Did you know that your skin hosts trillions of microorganisms, both “good” and “bad”? Yes, research has proven that some of these microorganisms create a bacterial ecosystem to protect your skin against “bad” bacteria. Probiotics also dial down skin inflammation, help protect against premature skin aging, and can help acne, eczema, and psoriasis and rosacea-prone skin. The more “good” bacteria,...

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How Our Dermatologist Founder Created and Developed Loma Lux Laboratories

Loma Lux Laboratories was originally born out of the research and development of a new treatment for psoriasis at the dermatology practice of Steven A. Smith, M.D.  Dr. Smith developed a special interest in psoriasis when he began his dermatology training in 1979.  Psoriasis was then, and is now, still difficult to treat.  Treatments have traditionally been expensive, and have...

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Beauty from the inside out – 3 fundamentals to insure healthy skin

Guest Author:  Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer Our skin is our largest organ, and it should come as no surprise that what we put inside our body affects what we see on the outside of our body. Taking an "inside out" approach has a tremendous capacity to forward our quest for enhanced beauty by slowing aging and resolving many common skin conditions...

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How to Keep Your Hands Healthy and Germ-Free During Cold and Flu Season – Without Triggering Eczema

While frequent hand washing can help prevent germs from spreading from person to person, it is especially important during the upcoming cold & flu season. Germs are most often spread via person to person contact. Germs typically enter our body through the nose, mouth, eyes and even via broken skin.   Along with frequent hand-washing, these other steps are recommended...

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