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Environ – a beautiful skin for a lifetime.

Posted on 02. Sep, 2009 by Natalie.

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There’s no such a thing as a quick fix when it comes to achieving healthy, beautiful skin.
Since ancient times, people have used cosmetics to try to improve their skin and to hide the effects of ageing. While offering the hopeful user the promise of being a “miracle in a jar”, until recently, most creams remained [...]

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Antioxidants and Vitamins in Skincare Products and Facials for Youthful Skin Facials in Boston

Posted on 11. May, 2009 by Natalie.

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Antioxidants are substances that prevent oxidation damage to cells. The highest concentration of antioxidants in the body is contained in the epidermal layer (first layer; dermis is second layer) of the skin, forming a protective barrier for the living dermal layer and the internal body. With age and environmental damage, the concentration of antioxidants in the [...]

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How Does Pigmentation Occur and How To Treat It?

Posted on 28. Apr, 2009 by Natalie.

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 Pigment melanin gives our skin protection against harmful ultraviolet rays. Melanin production can increase or decrease beyond normal, creating a change in the skin color.  The overproduction of melanin, or hyperpigmentation (dark spots), is related to sun exposure (direct sunlight and artificial sunlight), acne scarring, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiency or prescription drugs. The problem with hypopigmentation (white [...]

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