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Top 4 Skin Benefits of Licorice Root Extract

Written by Steven Wang, MD, co-founder of Dr. Wang Herbal Skincare

Growing up, my mom would make this natural tea from the licorice root whenever we had a sore throat. She would grind up the licorice root into a coarse powder or just boil the whole root in a kettle full of hot water. To this day, I still have a fond memory of drinking the licorice tea. It tasted better than other teas we usually…

Published in Skin Care

Topical Application of Hyaluronic Acid: Does Size Matter?

Written by Yang S. Brooks, PhD

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural polysaccharide (and a biodegradable polymer actually!) that is found in the eyes, skin, connective tissues, and joints of the human body. It works as a lubricant to cushion our joints and helps repair our bodies after damage or an injury has occurred. Many studies have been performed regarding the ability of HA to heal fetal scarring. High amounts of…

Published in Skin Care

Why Every Man Should Use a Face Scrub

Written by The Shaving Shack

There is nothing sexy about an oily face that has pores that are more clogged than a dirty nightclub toilet. When skin reaches this level of neglect, the shine that it emits is even likely to attract greedy magpies. But, fear not. Thre is a simple solution – it is time to invest in a face scrub. Skin is the body’s largest organ and takes…

Published in Skin Care

The Link Between Your Heart and Your Skin

Written by a DermaCenter Medical Spa Aesthetician

Many people are not aware that having a healthy heart and normal blood pressure can aide in the fight against premature aging and other adult skin issues. Elevated blood pressure can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, and under eye bags. These problems may occur for a few different reasons. High blood pressure causes lack of oxygen to vital organs – such as the…

Published in Skin Care

Serenity by Salt

Written by Shannon Smyth

Kalahari opened here in the Poconos with much fanfare a few years ago. My husband used to be a delivery driver who often brought their heating and cooling equipment onto the grounds and would come home and tell me all about the massive indoor and outdoor waterpark with his eyes sparkling with child-like excitement and as big as saucers as he gave me detail by…

Published in Wellness

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