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The skin on your face has a unique set of characteristics that are different than any other areas of skin on the body. Dermatologists have found that distinctions in blood flow, pH level, temperature, moisture, oil content,and other characteristics reveal information about the health of other regions of the body.

Sesame seeds are obtained from a plant called sesamum genus, they are tiny and edible. They have been in existence for over 3500 years and is considered by some as the oldest oilseed crop in the world. They are grown in Africa and India. They have a nut-like flavor, which is usually more pronounced when it's being roasted in low heat. They come in three colors, depending on the cultivar, they may be black, brown or white. 

The most important criteria are the skin acid mantle PH. The acid-mantle is a defense system of the skin that works against bacteria, sebum and pollution. These pollutants & pathogens cause wrinkles, pigmentation and acne. By maintaining PH balance it helps to keep the acid mantle in a better position that prevents the skin problems.

Skin Cancer – Causes, Signs and Solutions Cancer can affect nearly every part of the human body, and with the skin being the largest external organ of the anatomy, it is the most susceptible to cancer. The most common type of cancer is skin cancer, with about 9,500 people in the U.S. diagnosed every day.

Stress, Your Immune System and Your Skin Stress has become the catchall culprit attributed to many maladies today. But, while it may not be the cause of all ailments, it may be the cause of many. To better handle stress, it will be helpful to understand what happens when you experience it, and how stress effects the bo

Skin cancer often gets dismissed but must not be overlooked as millions of cases of skin cancer are being diagnosed and treated each year. The numbers say it all: Fact #1: 1 in 5 Americans are at risk for developing skin cancer over their lifetime, with ½ of those living to 65 years old being diagnosed with basal