The Green Beauty Guide

Have a red, sore itchy rash after wearing that new bracelet? It could result from allergic contact dermatitis, a skin reaction to something — jewelry, fragrance or other substances — with which you’ve had contact.
Mayo Clinic Health Letter lists the top 10 causes of contact dermatitis that were recently identified by Mayo Clinic researchers: [...]

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Going green? Start with your face. Using non-toxic beauty products made with organically grown ingredients is the most rewarding and pleasant way to care about the environment and prevent many health risks.

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To prevent or detect melanomas it is important to memorize the ABCDE checklist for melanomas and to regularly check existing moles and freckles for changes. Here’s an updated popular method for remembering the signs and symptoms of melanoma:
Asymmetrical skin lesion.
Border of the lesion is irregular.
Color: melanomas usually have multiple colors.
Diameter: moles greater [...]

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Get ready following items before heading outdoors:

Chemical-free, green and organic sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater

Petroleum-free lip balm with SPF 30

Straw or cotton hat with a brim or cap

Long-sleeved cotton shirt

Good quality sunglasses with full UV protection

Sun Protection Time Line
Here’s the perfect time line for when to best use these items.
 
Morning: 8 – [...]

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