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Eczema - Why Your Body Wash Matters

Many body washes that are available in the market contain various ingredients that can cause eczema-prone skin to flare up. These body washes are loaded with chemical foaming agents, dyes, and artificial scents. If you have eczema, it's crucial to avoid specific ingredients in your body wash.

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SKINCARE FOR TEENS AND TWEENS

Knowing how to deal with skin care for teens and tweens can be difficult especially now with social media bombarding them with ads for all types of products.  But it is best to not create complicated skincare routines for this age group.  Skincare for this age group should not include active ingredients such as retinols, acids, and peptides.

Less is better. 

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No Need for Vitamin C Supplements. Five Foods that Are Packed with Vitamin C.

December is one of our favorite months! The weather in New England is usually cool and crisp. We are in the magic and mayhem of the holiday season! Unfortunately, December also means cold and flu season is upon us! Of course, we all want to stay healthy enough to enjoy the end of the year. One of the best immune boosters is vitamin C.

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