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Breast milk could help cure acne
By Clio FitzHerbert on 19/04/2010 15:44:05
Face cream made from mothers’ breast milk could become skin-saving treatment for acne sufferers
Lauric acid found in breast milk has acne-fighting properties, scientists have discovered.The new treatment containing natural lauric acid, which is also found in coconut oil, helps reduce irritation and spots without causing side-effects, unlike
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Coping with oily pregnancy skin
By Maria Muennich on 03/03/2006 11:28:36
If your pregnancy skin has more bleugh than bloom then don't make the mistake of treating it harshly
Some women find that their skin 'blooms' during pregnancy, but unfortunately just as many find their skin is negatively affected by the flood of pregnancy hormones and oily and spotty skin is a frequent complaint of mums-to-be. If you are unlucky enough to find your reflection re...
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How will pregnancy affect my skin?
By Sophie Westnedge on 11/12/2012 16:35:21
From that longed for pregnancy glow to problem skin - we explain how pregnancy affects your skin and top tips for a great complexion
Every pregnant woman wants that elusive pregnancy glow! It's actually caused by fluctuating hormone levels which increase the oil levels in your complexion and blood flow to the skin.Whether you have a history of clear skin or are used to regular breakouts, pregnancy can change y...
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Can you predict your unborn baby's sex?
By Kyrsty Hazell on 16/02/2011 16:05:57
Old wives' tales on predicting the sex of your baby, for all you mums-to-be who can't wait for your 20-week scan!
.Your age at the time you conceivedYour age apparently can help you predicting your baby’s sex. If your age when you fell pregnant and the year of conception are both even, or both odd, the baby is a girl. If they are mismatched, you’re having a boy.Acne
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Your pregnancy skin: changes and discomforts
By Maria Muennich on 28/10/2009 01:10:53
A combination of growth, stretching and hormonal imbalances can run wreak havoc with your skin during pregnancy
Sensitive skinOily and spotty skinAcneRedness and spider veinsChloasma / discolourationStretchmarksDry skin - If the skin's glands don't produce enough oils to keep the stretching skin moisturised then you may have uncomfortably dry skin. Moisturising regularly
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Pregnancy Beauty: Skin
By ThinkBaby on 22/11/2009 01:11:38
Your skin will undergo lots of changes during pregnancy - how can you keep your bloom?
Sensitive skinOily and spotty skinAcneRedness and spider veinsChloasma / discolourationStretchmarksDry skin - If the skin's glands don't produce enough oils to keep the stretching skin moisturised then you may have uncomfortably dry skin. Moisturising regularly
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Zap away stretch marks – for £1,200
By Kyrsty Hazell on 25/05/2010 15:15:10
US health body approves stretch mark laser that permanently reduces scarring
, as well as reducing scars, acne and other common skin complaints. It works by creating columns of heat witin the affected area of skin which kick-starts the natural healing process, causing new tissue to grow over the scar.“I must have been presented
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Skincare in pregnancy
By Sarah Lawson on 07/07/2009 00:55:47
Enjoy your 'pregnancy bloom' and learn how to keep your skin in good condition when expecting.
From acne to stretchmarks to oily skin, there are many skin changes and discomforts that women experience when they are expecting a baby.Pregnancy 'bloom'The popular notion is that a woman appears to be 'blooming' during pregnancy. This can
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No period but a negative pregnancy test?
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/01/2010 10:30:02
Even regular women can have missed or late periods. What are the causes and when should you seek treatment?
they have this condition, which is caused by hormone imbalances (and possibly linked to insulin levels).Symptoms can include increased body hair or some baldness, weight gain especially around your middle, acne, pain in the area of your ovaries, and heavy
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What is PCOS?
By Laura Lee Davies on 30/06/2009 12:43:25
PCOS is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. What are the symptoms, how might it affect conception, and what can be done about it?
they have it. However, main symptoms (not always manifested together) include:Lack of monthly periods or having nine or fewer periods over the year.Acne, oily skin, skin tags or brown patches on the skin.Obesity (especially around the middle) and difficulty
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