Tag: Skin Care | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago

Person scratching psoriasis on upper arm

More than Skin Deep: Healing the Heartbreak of Psoriasis

Dec 30, 2022 ● By Lorraine Maita, MD

A functional medicine approach can help to treat inflammation and triggers, the underlying causes of psoriasis, enabling patients to heal from the heartbreak.

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Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption

Sep 30, 2022

Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma.

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Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture

Sep 30, 2022

A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin.

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That Natural Glow: Radiant Skin with Fewer Health Risks

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Marlaina Donato

Ways to avoid skin care products with potentially toxic ingredients for glowing skin with fewer health risks.

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Healthier Summer Skin

Jun 30, 2022

Healthy summer skin care tips from Shannon Reagan, owner of Glimmer Goddess Organic Skin Care.

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DIY Salt Scrub with Himalayan Salt and Essential Oils

Apr 29, 2022

A sea salt scrub is an easy and inexpensive way to maintain a glowing complexion. Here is a recipe using Himalayan salt that can combine various essential oils.

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Eco-Cosmetics: Choosing Sustainable Beauty Products

Apr 30, 2021

Reduce environmental harm and waste with these sustainable cosmetic tips and eco-friendly beauty brands.

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How to Have Healthy and Beautiful Skin Now and Into the Spring

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Paulina Iannotta

Constant temperature changes, frost, wind and UV rays may affect all skin types, making it rough and oversensitive. Here are some tips for how to enjoy healthy and beautiful skin from Naperville esthetician Paulina Iannotta.

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California Passes Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act

Nov 27, 2020

California governor has signed the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act into law, which bans 24 ingredients from cosmetics and personal care products sold within the state.

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Expert Women’s Medical Care is Conveniently Located in Chicago

Oct 30, 2020

The Gynecology Institute of Chicago, Ltd. has made adjustments during the pandemic to expand their offerings and now offers masked, in-person visits, as well as virtual telehealth visits.

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Natural Beauty: Homemade Solutions for Glowing Skin

Oct 30, 2020 ● By April Thompson

Natural DIY skincare routines using chemical-free, inexpensive ingredients made from healthy, everyday products already present in most homes.

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Homemade Mask from Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book

Homemade Mask Recipes

Oct 30, 2020

DIY recipes for homemade green tea, turmeric and black pepper facial masks from Marlene Adelmann's Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book.

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Healthy Glow: Ultraviolet Radiation Suppresses Skin Inflammation

Jun 30, 2020

In research that could help target new treatments for skin cancer, scientists have identified how human skin suppresses inflammation after exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR).

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