Choose the Right Cleanser for Your Skin
If you do nothing else to care for your skin, you should at least make sure to wash it every day (morning and evening) with a good cleanser to keep it free of pore-clogging dirt, oil and makeup and damaging free radicals. A good cleanser doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive; it just needs to be right for your skin type and/or condition. If you are uncertain or have what is simply referred to as “normal” skin, there are a number of good basic cleansers that work on all skin types. Here is a look at some of our favorites by skin type and condition.

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Sometimes choosing skin care products can be overwhelming – especially if you are unsure what a particular word or ingredient listed on the product is. There are many beauty buzzwords (technical-sounding beauty terms) that are common skincare ingredients. Knowing what they are, and more importantly what they do, can help you make good product selections for your personal skin concerns.

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With These Anti-Aging Eye Creams

The eyes are often the first place we notice ourselves visibly aging. If you’re over the age of 40 (sometimes younger), you may notice the beginnings of “crow’s feet,” those annoying little wrinkles and lines that branch off from the corners of the eyes, as well as dark circles and bags under the eyes. All of these things contribute to an overall “tired” look, even when you’re sleepy.

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Halloween is the perfect time to try on a “new face;” but your skin may be craving a different kind of mask this fall. Adding a mask (or masque) to your skin care regimen a few times a week can give your skin an extra healthy boost, whether for anti-aging, moisturizing, acne control or cleansing. Plus, putting on a good mask gives you that pampering “spa” feeling right in your own bathroom. There are masks available for every skin type and condition. Just be sure to read the ingredients and choose one that is ideally suited for your skin.

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