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Natalie Dylan- The Ebay Pay for a Lay on her First Day



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Bidding in the auction for the virginity of Natalie Dylan, a 22-year-old student from San Diego, Calif., has reached absurd new highs- now $3.7 M. She is conducting this transaction through Nevada’s Bunny Ranch brothel. With the creams, lasers, and surgery - she might be able to repeat this every 6 months! She could make $56 Million in before she’s 30!


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Single Women Look Longer at Men


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Single women look longer when they're checking out men than women who are taken, a new study finds.

Neuroscientist Heather Rupp, of The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University, had men and women rate 510 photos of faces of members of the opposite sex and give their gut reaction on the person's attractiveness, masculinity/femininity, and other subjective ratings.

The study included 59 men and 56 women ages 17 to 26, who were all heterosexual, from a variety of ethnic backgrounds and who were not using hormonal contraception. Some of the participants had sexual partners, while others did not (21 women did and 25 men did).

While the study, detailed in the March issue of the journal Human Nature, found that both single and attached women had similar subjective ratings of photos, single women spent more time evaluating the photos. The researchers say this shows that the women were demonstrating a greater interest in the snapshots.

While that may come as no surprise, no such difference was found between single and attached men.

"The findings may reflect sex differences in reproductive strategies that may act early in the cognitive processing of potential partners and contribute to sex differences in sexual attraction and behavior," Rupp said.

Another previous study found a gender difference in men and women's ratings of members of the opposite sex who were and were not in relationships. Women were more likely to find single men more attractive than married men, while men found single and married women equally attractive.<

Other studies have found that relationship satisfaction can affect how long a person looks at a slide of an attractive member of the opposite sex. Those in unhappy relationships are likely to look longer.

Previous studies have also shown that hormones, relationship goals and social context can influence a person's interest in the opposite sex, but the new study is the first to find that having a current sexual partner can shape this interest, the researchers said.

The researchers also noted that this influence of partner status in women could reflect that women, on average, are relatively committed to their romantic relationships, "which could possibly suppress their attention to and appraisal of alternative partners."

The research was funded by the National Institutes of Health.


article from http://www.livescience.com


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The 6 Biggest Skin-Care Mistakes


Many people assume that the suds of their vigorously foaming cleanser are a good sign -- surely they'll leave skin extra clean. Unfortunately, copious suds are generally a sign that your cleanser contains a harsh detergent, like lauryl sulfate, that strips skin of vital lipids. (And don't get me started on bar soap -- that is always a no-no.) Instead, look for cleansers that contain fatty acids and will actually fortify your skin, like Dove's ProAge products, or even simple cold cream. If you have particularly dry skin, I recommend cleansing oils, which remove dirt and makeup without disturbing your skin's natural protective barrier.


2. Not using a retinoid: Retinol, a form of vitamin A, is the only topical ingredient proven not only to prevent lines and wrinkles but to minimize the ones you already have. Past the age of 30, I recommend seeing a dermatologist for a higher-concentration prescription retinoid (like Retin-A, Differin, or Tazorac, for example), but there are also many great over-the-counter creams that contain lower concentrations of retinol. I like Roc Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream, Neutrogena Healthy Skin Night Cream, and SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0.


3. Spending too much on skin care: Splurging on the beautiful packaging and luxurious scents of pricey boutique skin care lines can feel wonderfully pampering -- provided you know that it's absolutely not necessary for great skin. In fact, many of my favorite products are made by drugstore brands, because those companies have the large budgets for top-notch research and development. If you have to choose, put your money toward that prescription retinoid, and buy the rest of your regimen at the drugstore.


4. Getting facials: Yes, that's right -- you can strike facials from your skin-care budget and actually be doing your skin a favor! Studies show that as many as 80% of people break out after a facial. Aestheticians often don't know which products are right for the skin of each client, and may use ingredients that can worsen acne, or essential oils that tend to irritate sensitive skin. Even if you don't break out, there are really no long-term benefits to facials.


5. Washing your face at the wrong time: Always wash your face after you rinse out your hair products and conditioner in the shower, never before. Many conditioners contain pore-clogging isopropyl myristate and other hair products often contain coconut oil -- both are common acne-causing ingredients that you don't want to leave on your skin.


6. Not using sunscreen every day: Not just for your trip to the beach. Not just during the long summer days. Every day. Yes, it's important to be even more vigilant if you plan to spend lots of time in direct sunlight. But incidental sun exposure typically accounts for more of our lifetime exposure to ultraviolet rays than those days at the beach. Walking to and from your car, dashing out of the office for a sandwich, or sitting outside for a few minutes adds up -- make sure you're covered with at least SPF 15, every day.


Wishing you great skin!

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Dr. Baumann is author of the best-selling book, " The Skin Type Solution."

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Sexually spread diseases up, better testing cited




The increase in chlamydia, a sometimes symptomless infection that can lead to infertility in women, is likely because of better screening, experts said. In 2007, there were 1.1 million cases, the most ever reported, said officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Thousands of women become infertile each year because of untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea infections, said Dr. John M. Douglas Jr., director of the CDC's Division of STD Prevention.

Syphilis cases, which number only in the thousands, also rose modestly, while the number of gonorrhea cases remained roughly the same. Syphilis can kill, if left untreated, but chlamydia and gonorrhea are not life-threatening.

Chlamydia can infect men as well as women, but rates are nearly three times higher for women. That's at least partly due to 1993 federal recommendations that emphasize testing for sexually active women age 25 and under. That emphasized screening in recent years is no doubt driving the record numbers, said Dr. Jonathan Zenilman, a professor of infectious diseases at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

"The issue with chlamydia is the more test, the more you'll find," Zenilman said.

The latest numbers translate to a rate of 370 cases per 100,000 people in 2007, up 7.5 percent from 2006.

The reported cases are just part of the picture. Health officials believe as many as 2.8 million Americans may have chlamydia.

Many men and women have no symptoms from it. Some women experience pain in their lower abdomen or notice a burning sensation or a pus-like discharge when they urinate. Some men may also feel a burning during urination or have a discharge.

Gonorrhea cases appear to have plateaued and are currently at about 356,000 cases. Syphilis was on the verge of being eliminated in the United States about 10 years ago, but lately has been inching up. More than 11,000 new cases of the most contagious form of the disease were reported in 2007.

Syphilis is relatively rare but has become a growing threat, particularly for gay and bisexual men, who accounted for about 65 percent of the 2007 cases.

Sexually spread diseases — for years on the decline — are on the rise in the United States, with reported chlamydia cases setting a record, government health officials said Tuesday.

The increase in chlamydia, a sometimes symptomless infection that can lead to infertility in women, is likely because of better screening, experts said. In 2007, there were 1.1 million cases, the most ever reported, said officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

At least 15,000 women become infertile each year because of untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea infections, said Dr. John M. Douglas Jr., director of the CDC's Division of STD Prevention.

Syphilis cases, which number only in the thousands, also rose modestly, while the number of gonorrhea cases remained roughly the same. Syphilis can kill, if left untreated, but chlamydia and gonorrhea are not life-threatening.

Chlamydia can infect men, but rates are nearly three times higher for women. That's at least partly due to 1993 federal recommendations that emphasize testing for sexually active women age 25 and under. That focus on screening in recent years is no doubt driving the record numbers, said Dr. Jonathan Zenilman, a professor of infectious diseases at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

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Organic skin care products




From environmental factors to health concerns, there are plenty of reasons to go organic these days, and it's getting easier and easier to prioritize natural, earth-friendly products in your skin care regimen, too.

First things first: What does "organic" mean anyway? The truth is, there are still a lot of gray areas in this arena. For a cosmetic product to receive the USDA's official "organic" seal, the ingredients in the product must follow the same rules for organic labeling as food - that is, the product must contain at least 95% organic ingredients.

Beyond that seal, though, there are very few regulations at play, leaving cosmetic companies free to use words like "organic," "natural," and "botanical" fairly liberally. This may soon change, as there are proposals for specific labeling of organic skin care products in the works. But for now, just remember that not all products are created equal - keep doing your research and reading those labels!

While not all of these products are "officially" organic, I think they achieve the most effective and responsible balance between prioritizing natural ingredients and offering real benefits for the skin:



Cleanser
Wash with Malin+Goetz Grapefruit Face Cleanser. The amino acids in grapefruit extract rinse away without residue, and the fragrance is all-natural and delicious!

If you have sensitive skin, though, you actually need to be more careful when dealing with organic and all-natural products - just because something occurs in nature doesn't mean it won't irritate delicate skin! I have very sensitive skin, and I love the Aveeno Ultra-Calming Cleanser with feverfew, a highly effective anti-inflammatory ingredient.

Daytime Moisturizer
Stella McCartney's 5 Benefits Moisturising Cream is a wonderful option for very dry skin - it's packed with rich moisturizing agents like grape seed oil and linseed oil as well as powerful antioxidants like green tea and vitamin E. If your skin is normal to oily, though, Jurlique's Clarifying Day Care Lotion has a lighter consistency.

Sunscreen
It's hard to find a 100% organic sunscreen - and this is not an element of your regimen that you want to take any chances on. Korres Watermelon Sunscreen Face Cream SPF 30 contains moisture-rich shea butter and watermelon extract to keep skin soft and radiant while fighting UVA/UVB rays. DDF Daily Organic Sunscreen SPF 15 is another one of my favorites - it's not a high enough SPF for prolonged sun exposure, but it's an excellent option for daily protection.

Evening Moisturizer
At night, I still recommend that all my patients use a retinoid - and while retinoids and retinol are derived from vitamin A, they are not considered organic. There are no good substitutes yet, and this ingredient is too effective at improving skin's texture, fighting acne, and minimizing lines and wrinkles to discontinue using it in favor of an organic night cream. Topix Replenix Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 10X is a good option for most skin types.

Wishing you great skin!

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Got dry skin?




When did choosing skin-care products get so complicated? I want to make sure my skin looks great, but I don’t want to spend hours trying to figure out how (or waste money choosing stuff that doesn’t work). I’m lucky enough to have a team of beauty editors who can answer my questions and steer me to the right products.

My editors are full of useful information, including these quick tips for every skin type:



Got dry skin? I do, and this super simple tip works great for me: Wear a night cream for day. Formulas meant to be applied before bed usually contain the most hydrating ingredients. If you’re seeing flakes or your skin just feels parched, go for the big guns, even in the a.m. (Night creams don’t protect from the sun, though, so you’ll want to follow with a sunscreen.)

To find out the night cream voted the best by SELF readers, plus the winners in pretty much every other category, go to Self.com’s Healthy Beauty Awards shopping list.

Is your skin sensitive? If so (and a reported 40 percent of Americans believe theirs is), you might find that sunscreen stings. To guard against that, smooth on a lotion with antioxidants before you apply your sun protector. It creates an irritation-preventing barrier.

Are you trying to control oily/combo skin? Wash your skin at the sink, not in the shower. The steam from the shower can swell the skin’s top layers, trapping bacteria and oil. Bonus: Sudsing up in front of a mirror ensures you cover every oily prone area; your hair and jaw lines, for instance, often get neglected.

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Growing Out Your Natural Hair


Since I launched this column, lots of women have written to me asking for advice on how to grow out their color without cutting off their dyed hair.



I have to say right off the bat, it's not easy. When I decided three years ago to let my hair go gray, I thought I could relatively easily "strip" the color out in one easy salon visit. When I naively announced to my colorist that I wanted to do just that it was all she could do not to laugh. She very patiently explained what I didn't understand.

Each time I'd had my roots done with my single-process color, that inch or two of hair had absorbed the color differently from the inch or two below and the inch or two below that. And the few times a year when I'd had the color "pulled" all the way through my hair to deepen the faded ends had only exacerbated that problem.

My hair was a patchwork where each strand had not only absorbed the color differently; each inch along each individual strand also had a slightly different color. If I were to strip the color out, she told me, my hair might end up looking something like a hyena's hide. And trust me, if you've ever seen the patchy, scraggly way a hyena's fur looks, you don't want to go there.

It turned out that the only real option available to a person who wants to let their gray grow in without cutting down to their roots is to begin to add lighter (or depending on your hair coloring, darker) colored streaks to your hair, so that as the roots grow in, the highlights work to blend the line between the old colored hair and the new non-colored hair.

I had the highlights put in about every three months and each time my colorist added those, she would add a toner to further blend in the colors. It was not perfect. The difference between my old dark color and my new gray was still visible.

The ends of my hair also began to look really dried out. After about a year - yes, a year - I decided to cut off several inches and speed along the process.

And I discovered that I had also needed a style makeover. My longer-than-shoulder-length hair had needed to be lightened up, but what had worked when I was in my 30s wasn't so good in my late 40s. And once I got the new cut, the color transition didn't feel so burdensome. Here are my tips:

1. Like any renovation project, know that it will probably take longer than you estimate or want - but that it's worth it.

2. Work with a professional colorist to help you manage the transition - and if your colorist isn't keen to partner with you, get a different one.

3. Consider cutting off some of the length once you've made progress - and get a cut that makes you feel fresh.

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To learn more visit her website, AnneKreamer.com

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Makeup Misdemeanors



The wrong foundation shade
Foundation smudged on a woman's shirt collar is a dead giveaway that she's applying foundation on her neck to make it match her face. If your foundation changes the color of your face, it's not the right shade; it should match your complexion exactly. To find your perfect match, smooth foundation along your jawline and check your reflection in natural light (carry a compact mirror with you, and step outside).

You know you've found the right shade when you can't see it. Yellow-toned foundations look the most natural on all skin tones, from fair to dark. Avoid pink-toned foundation, which can make you look like you're wearing a mask.

Ring around the lips
An obvious line between your lip liner and lipstick is not only dated, it's unflattering. For the most natural look, pick liner that is the same shade or one shade darker than your natural lip color. Line lips after applying your lipstick and follow your natural lip line; you may then want to use a lip brush to soften and blend the liner. If you have small lips, don't try to create the illusion of bigger ones by drawing outside your lip line; the best way to enhance them is with a medium-toned lipstick or a creamy gloss.



Drawn-in brows
I love a defined brow—except when it's drawn in with a hard pencil, which makes it look cartoonish. Eye shadow in a tone that matches your brows is the most natural way to fill in and enhance brows. Use a small, hard brush that's flat and angled at the tip. Dip the brush into the shadow, and lightly tap off any excess. Start at the inner corner of the brow and, following its natural shape, work your way outward using light, feathery strokes.


Blush on eyelids
If you've been trying to shave time off your beauty routine by using your blush as eye shadow, stop right now. The rosy coloring of blush isn't designed for the eye area and can make eyes look tired. If you like the idea of simple eye makeup and want to wear only one shade of shadow, try shades such as beige, toast, or barely-there pink. They give you instant polish with minimal effort.

Concealer on blemishes
Concealer is designed to lighten dark under-eye circles and is usually one or two shades lighter than your skin tone. So using it on a blemish actually draws more attention to the problem. The best way to hide a blemish is with stick foundation or cover-up that matches your skin exactly. If possible, buy one in the same product line as your foundation so everything matches up. Use fingers or a small brush to apply the foundation directly on the blemish, and pat gently with your fingertips to blend.

Blush stripes
Unless you want to look like a crosswalk, don't apply blush in a horizontal stripe across your cheeks. To create a flattering flush, smile, and dust blush on the apples of your cheeks. Sweep the blush brush up and back toward the hairline, then downward to blend.

Partly lined eyes
Lining only the outer half of the eye is the best way to make your eyes look smaller—and that defeats the purpose of eyeliner. Whether you're lining just the top lash line or both top and bottom, always make sure that you fully extend the line from the innermost corner of the eye to the outer corner.

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What happens in hair loss depends on its cause.

Inherited hair loss

Inherited hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) often begins between the ages of 12 and 40, and about half the population has some hair loss by about 50 years of age.1, 2 The hair loss generally is gradual. Men tend to lose hair on the front hairline and forehead and on top of the head. Eventually, only hair around the ears, the sides, and back of the head remains. Women with this condition typically have gradual hair thinning throughout the scalp. This type of hair loss must be treated early for hair to regrow.

See an illustration of typical inherited hair loss.
Other causes of hair loss

Alopecia areata is hair loss caused when the immune system attacks hair follicles, where hair growth begins. It usually starts with one or more small, round, smooth bald patches on the scalp and can progress to total scalp hair loss or complete body hair loss. It often begins in childhood. The hair usually grows back within 1 year. However, hair loss in alopecia areata often comes and goes—the hair will grow back over several months in one area but will fall out in another area.

Hair loss may be caused by stress, disease, or medications or medical treatments. In these cases, clumps of hair may fall out. However, after the underlying cause is stopped, the hair usually grows back, although sometimes treatment may be needed.

Treatment to regrow hair does not work for everyone. If your hair loss is inherited, treatment may not permanently restore your hair. If your hair loss is caused by medication, stress, or damage, hair often grows back after the cause is removed, although sometimes you will need treatment.

For both men and women, hair thinning and baldness increase the risk of sunburn and skin cancer on the scalp. When in the sun, it is important to wear a hat or use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more to prevent sun damage to the scalp.

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Is hair loss normal?



Everyone loses some hair every day. Losing up to 100 hairs a day is normal.
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But if hair loss runs in your family, you could lose a lot more hair. Over time, you may end up with bald spots or hair that slowly gets thinner. About half of all people have this type of hair loss by around age 50.1, 2

Other factors, such as diseases and medicines, also can cause you to lose more hair than normal.

Although hair loss is fairly common, it can be a tough thing to live with, especially when it changes how you look. But there are ways you can treat your hair loss.
What causes hair loss?

Common causes of hair loss include:





* Heredity. In most cases, hair loss is inherited, which means it’s passed down from one or both of your parents. This is called male-pattern or female-pattern hair loss.
* Stress, including physical stress from surgery, illness, or high fever.
* Chemotherapy, which is powerful medicine that destroys cancer cells.
* Damage to your hair from pulling it back too tightly, wearing tight braids or ponytails, or using curling irons or dyes.
* Age, since you grow less hair as you get older. Hair also gets thinner and tends to break more easily as you age.
* Poor diet, especially not getting enough protein or iron.
* Thyroid diseases, like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
* Ringworm of the scalp, which is common in children
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What are the symptoms?

Your symptoms will depend on what kind of hair loss you have.

If your hair is thinning, it happens slowly over time, so you may not notice the hairs falling out. If your hair is shedding, then clumps of hair fall out. You may lose hair all over your scalp, which is called general hair loss. Or you may lose hair only in one area, which is called focal hair loss.

With inherited hair loss, men usually get bald spots around the forehead or on the top of the head, while women have thinning all over the scalp.

See a picture of typical inherited hair loss.

Since your hair has a lot to do with your appearance, losing it may cause you to have lower self-esteem if you don't like how you look. This is especially true in women and teens.
How is hair loss diagnosed?

Your doctor will ask you some questions, like how much hair you're losing, when it started, and whether your parents have hair loss. He or she will look closely at your scalp and hair-loss pattern and may gently pull out a few hairs for tests.

If it’s not clear what’s causing you to lose your hair, your doctor may do a blood test or look at a sample of your hair or scalp with a microscope.
How is it treated?

How you choose to treat your hair loss depends on the cause. It also depends on your feelings. You may decide that you need treatment, or you may not be worried about thinning hair or baldness. The choice is up to you.

Hair loss that runs in the family can be treated with medicines or with surgery, such as a hair transplant. Some people choose to wear hairpieces, like wigs or toupees (say "too-PAYZ"). Finding different ways of styling your hair, like dyeing or combing, also can help. If hair loss is caused by something you can control, like stress or medicines, you can treat it by getting rid of the cause.

When you are deciding about treatment, think about these questions:

* Which treatment is most likely to work?
* How long will it take?
* Will it last?
* What are the side effects and other risks?
* How much will it cost, and will insurance cover it?

Will your hair grow back?

When your hair loss is inherited, your hair won't grow back naturally. Treatment can help some hair grow back and prevent more from falling out, but you probably won't get all your hair back. And treatment doesn't work for everyone.

When medicines, stress, or hair damage cause you to lose your hair, it often will grow back after you take away the cause. If this doesn't help, you may need other treatment.

If you're unhappy with how hair loss makes you look, treatment may boost your self-esteem. It’s natural to want to like the way you look.

But keep in mind that treatment, especially medicines and surgery, can have some side effects and risks. Be sure to discuss your decision with your doctor.

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Spa Treatments: Do's and Don'ts


My patients often ask me which spa treatments I think are best for their complexions.

The truth is, very few treatments offer benefits that you can't get with at-home products, or that are better than comparably priced (but more effective) procedures available at your dermatologist's office.

Still, sometimes nothing beats a pampering day at the spa. For those moments, consider some of these pointers to ensure that relaxation doesn't turn to frustration:

Do tell your aesthetician about all your known allergies or sensitivities. Skin reactions don't just happen when you use inferior products - even at the nicest of spas, otherwise top-notch ingredients, particularly essential oils, can irritate sensitive skin.

Don't get a facial if you have acne. Contrary to what many people believe, steaming skin can actually worsen the redness and inflammation of breakouts - and almost all facials involve steam or warm compresses. A better bet for acne-prone skin would be a peel, which unclogs pores without the friction that exacerbates inflammation. Talk to your dermatologist about the many excellent peels you can try.

While we're on the subject of facials, even those of you who don't experience acne should know that they don't really do much except clean out the pores, which a salicylic acid product or a retinoid can also do. So if you enjoy the pampering of a facial - and it doesn't irritate your skin - go for it. But if you're deciding between that decadent mani-pedi or a facial, I say pick up an inexpensive cleanser with salicylic acid and get your toes done instead!

Don't waste your money on professional microdermabrasion. There are quite a few excellent scrubs and at-home microdermabrasion kits that exfoliate the skin just as well, for a fraction of the cost: I like the Alchimie Forever Excimer Plus Gentle Antioxidant Refining Scrub and L'Oreal's Refinish Micro-Dermabrasion Kit. Anyone with acne, rosacea, or very sensitive skin, though, should avoid abrasive products of any kind, whether in a spa or at home.

Light at-home peels are also a great way to slough off dead skin - the MD Skincare Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel, for example, is a very effective option. Yes, it's a bit of a splurge too, but it'll last much longer than a single spa treatment!

Do splurge on a massage whenever you can instead of investing in cellulite creams that don't work. Massage drains lymph fluid from your cells, which actually does more to minimize the appearance of cellulite than "firming" products with caffeine or theophylline (they simply dehydrate fat cells for up to 24 hours). No, a massage won't dramatically change your body, but it still offers far more health benefits than questionable topical products.

Do remember to exfoliate - or add a professional scrub to your spa itinerary - before undergoing any sunless tanning treatments. Many spas include a scrub in their bronzing treatments, but it's always a good idea to double-check. DHA, the active ingredient in all self-tanners, reacts to the amino acids in your topmost layer of skin. Excess dead skin cells can lead to an uneven tan or darker orange patches.

Wishing you great skin!

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Chair at the nail salon


As you sit back in your chair at the nail salon - moments away from indulging in your favorite gossip mag or just a moment of pure relaxation - the last thing you want to worry about are chemicals. Luckily, the latest generation of nail polish is making this pampering ritual a lot safer.

Traditionally, the three main chemical ingredients in nail polish have been formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalates - and in many cases, they are still used.

Trouble is, all of those chemicals can cause allergies, a surefire way to ruin your post-manicure buzz. (But I've never noticed a rash on my fingers or toes, you may be thinking. Curiously, allergic reactions to formaldehyde and toluene typically manifest as red and swollen eyelids, which can cause people to ignore the real culprit.)

Some studies suggest they may also pose more serious health risks. While it hasn't been conclusively proven that the levels of these chemicals found in nail polish are harmful, the dominant trend in the nail-care industry is now to eliminate them.

So which brands can you enjoy without fear? A few of my favorites:

* Revlon nail enamels are free of formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalates.
* Sally Hansen nail colors were also reformulated in 2007 to eliminate all three chemicals.
* Rescue Beauty Lounge, a hip New York nail salon, sells its nail polish so you can enjoy great colors - free of these three chemicals - wherever you live!
* In the past two years, OPI, another nail salon favorite, has also phased toluene and dibutyl phthalate from its nail lacquers, which are also free of formaldehyde.

Many of these companies have changed their formulations relatively recently due to popular demand, and I expect that more will follow suit. Keep checking in on your favorite brands!

On a final note, remember that even if you don't have any negative physical reactions to nail polish chemicals, they can also be harmful to the environment. So whether your signature color is fire engine red or you prefer a nude polish, using the latest generation of safer, more environmentally sound polishes can help us all be a little greener.

Wishing you great nails!

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