second skin

Luminant skin and lemon juice??

2010-04-24T00:29:00.002-07:00

2 Questions here:

What would be the best thing for more luminant skin for your body and face?

Lotions? Certain body washes?

For face, I guess im talking more of makeup, but suggestions for that would be good too.

Anything that isnt expensive.

And my second question is, Ive been hearing that lemon juice helps get rid of freckles?

I have a couple of small freckles on my stomach (im not sure if its from sun, or just there to be there), but I Hate it! I dont even want to show my stomach sometimes. So does it really help? Other suggestions?

Luminant skin and lemon juice??
Try lotions with "shimmer" or bronzer in them. They have some by the Jergens brand. I don't know the name but its cheap @ Wal-Mart. As for your face they sell skin brighteners some by the Revlon brand.
Reply:The best thing for "luminant" skin is a healthy lifestyle. Eat more fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of fresh water, get lots of exercise, get enough sleep. Yes, lemon juice will fade freckles. I think the word you're looking for is "luminous".

Skin graft???

2010-04-24T00:29:00.001-07:00

Mrs. Gaucher received second degree burns on her abdomen when she dropped a kettle of boiling water. She asked the clinic physician (worriedly) if she would have to have a skin graft. What do you think he told her?

Skin graft???
Is this a joke or riddle?

I imagine the clinic said no, she wouldn't have to have a skin graft, since 2nd degree burns heal ok on their own.

But that depends on how much they like money and doing unnecessary treatments in order to make more.

I did have skin grafts on part of my 2nd degree burns, but the part of my leg that DIDN'T have skin grafts eventually healed on its own to look just perfect, while the part that had grafts is forever scarred.
Reply:No. Not if the burn heals correctly and without complications. Usually only 3rd degree burns require grafts.
Reply:Normally 2nd degree burns will heal up just fine and will not require a skin graft.

Ja.

My skin is ripping.....?

2010-04-24T00:29:00.000-07:00

.......or at least it feels like it. with my first son I carried him really low and never really had discomfort. With my second son (37wks preg) when I stand for more than like 15 min it feels as if the skin un my upper abdomen is going to tear.it feels almost like a knife is inside me about to cut through the top of my uterus. NORMAL???it seems as if he is pushing his butt out really hard cause there is this hard lump (I know it is him cause when i push on it, it moves) any suggestions would really help!

My skin is ripping.....?
This is normal...I am 39 weeks and he does it to me all the time...its amazing how far your skin can stretch!!!
Reply:Try drinking more water and don't sit upright. Try a recliner or pillow behind ur lower back and lean against it. I'm carrying really high and my whole belly feels like its going to rupture if i sit or stand up right for too long.
Reply:Your muscles are stretched to the limit. And now that you 37 weeks the baby has less and less room. you should try to stay off you feet as much as possible. but just think 37 weeks that almost done. congrats!!!!

if you feel like the pain in abnormal call you gyn.
Reply:You poor woman! Well at this point now stuff like this is unfortunately going to happen. Ask the doc what you can do. My ob gyn use to tell me that to get your baby to move away form where it is, try rubbing the opposite end. I don't know if that is possible for you, but worth a shot! Good Luck to you, Congratulation's!!
Reply:SEE YOUR OBGYN
Reply:Take a warm bath or submerge in a pool to alleviate the pressure.

And repeat to yourself that it will be over soon and you will have a beautiful life in your hands and for the rest of your life.
Reply:Yeah, i guess that goes along with the territory sorta speak. I know a company called " AVON" HAS REALLY GREAT LOTION THAT WORKS CAUSE I USE it too cause of my diabetes , it works really GREAT . IT'S CALLED "AVON MOSITURE THERAPY IN THE TEAR DROP PART OF THE TUBE IT'S THE WORD INTENSIVE , IT works very well , just put some on my arms and hands and after even one use you can tell a difference . the malls sell it and of course you may have to look up the number to avon and get someone to bring you some. I think the cost is anywhere between $4-7 dollars kinda high but works really good like i said . hope you will try it.

fuchsia

Skin care product caused reaction on face?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.002-07:00

it's small, but red and dry. it was a new facial cleanser. i have sensitive skin. the ingredients in the products were salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. the area on my left cheek is small, red, and dry. today is the second day that i stopped using the products. in the mean time, i am putting aveeno ultra calming daily moisturizer on it to make it go away? is this gonna work? has anybody ever had a similar reaction to any face products like this? if so, what did you do or put on it to make it go away. I'm nervous, I just want it to go away. It doesn't itch, it's just red and dry. It was 3 products altogether, cleanser, toner, and than a benzoyl peroxide treatment lotion.

Skin care product caused reaction on face?
Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid should never be used together. You need to choose one or the other. You may be having a reaction to one specific product or it may be a combination of all of them. Use just one product type at a time. If you want to use a cleanser, toner and acne medication together, choose them from the same product line. They are designed to be used together. I would maybe use a basic non-acne cleaner until the redness and dryness goes away. Try something gentle like Neutrogena or Cetephil. I would also use a moisturizer within the same line for now. Hope this helps.
Reply:I agree with Ms. Flawless. I had many adverse reactions to facial products with harsh chemicals. I went natural in my face products. I've tried Aubrey Organics with I loved, but am trying Burt's Bees now as I wanted a change. I have also discovered that my face is allergic to benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid dries out my face. So the natural products were a perfect match. Try products that are all paraben, fragrance, sodium laureth, and perservative free - these are the best for our sensitive skin. For red/ dry patches dab a cotten ball with organic sweet almond oil (found at health food stores for not that much money) and blot on the area over night. I wouldn't suggest doing that during the day as your face might look oily.

I cannot shave evryday because my skin is very sensitive. Can you help?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.001-07:00

I am 21. I wish to shave everyday but I cannot. If I shave before the second or third day of a previous shave then I get itching and redness on the skin. I tried dry shaving with an electronic shaver and nowadays I shave using a razor. I want a solution or a good cream or good method of shaving that will give comfort to my skin, Please help.

I cannot shave evryday because my skin is very sensitive. Can you help?
First of all, you need to use a good lotion agter showering, secondly you could use a depilitory cream, though the smell is pretty bad, you could also wax. I wouldn't worry about it, if shaving hurts you don't do it every day.
Reply:I have the same problem. I have looked online to find some solutions. You can google 'how to stop razorburn' and it will give you some answers. The one that works for me is just to shave with conditioner rather then shaving cream. It helps keep the skin Moisturized. also if you soak your legs for about 10 - 15 minutes first, and no longer, then it can help your hair to cut easier and also helps prevent razorburn. if you soak your legs longer then it cause them to swell from the water, and can actually cause more irratation to your skin.
Reply:Try Nair hair removal lotion.
Reply:You need to use an Acid Balanced product for your skin, the natural pH of skin is Acidic, so you would need that product to also be the same..............

My Professional recommdation is Cleans Bar by Redken For Men, ( go to www.redkenformen.com to find a Redken Salon near you)

The active ingrediant is Allantoin, it is a skin/cell rejuvenator, and keeps the skin in "Balance"
Reply:if your body is alergetic means please avoid the shaving daily you can shave it for one week gape because if your body should be in good condition then only you can concentrate on any work otherwise you cant do it with satisfaction.
Reply:Look for a shaving cream for sensitive skin...also a razor.

You might try an electric razor.

Do NOT use any hair remover on your face!!!!!!

After shaving use a moisture cream for sensitive face.

SKiN HELP ???????????????????????

2010-04-24T00:28:00.000-07:00

how can i get my skin to look like this

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/d...

top one i show i look like normally , second one is how i want it to look like,

i dont want to wear make up or anything like that .

Thanks

SKiN HELP ???????????????????????
Go see a a dermatologist. Or call around to medical spa's and check into getting a silk peel, followed by a laser treatment and you'll get those results! Its kind of costly but I did it and my skin looks great, no makeup!

Both skin incisions in C-section? ???? What should be done? iS THIS SAFE??

2010-04-24T00:27:00.001-07:00

After a vertical incision of skin while doing my first c-section, Doctor advised me that they will do the incision horizontally in second C-section. I am very confursed. Because doing this there will be two incisions in my stomatch. Is this safe.

Both skin incisions in C-section? ???? What should be done? iS THIS SAFE??
The important question to ask is if the UTERINE incisions will match. The skin incision is not important. The skin incision may or may not match the uterine incision. So you will need to ask this of your doctor, and ask about the potential risks for future pregnancies.
Reply:From what I hear it's safer this way. It's a fresh incision so there's not all of the scar tissue to deal with. My friend had this done and everything turned out great.
Reply:Vertical incisions are usually done for quite preterm emergency cesareans or very obese women. Horizontal (aka low transverse) incisions are the most popular, done at the natural hair line, heal very well. The more important incision is the one on your uterus. Even though your skin incision was vertical, the uterine incision could have been horizontal, which is slightly safer in subsequent pregnancies. Even the incisional pain is less with the low transverse, less pressure from the organs inside the abdomen.

paper bush

HELP!! Skin bleaching fair&white??!!?

2010-04-24T00:27:00.000-07:00

today is my second day using "fair%26amp;white." it is made with 1.9% hydrocrine (sp) and other ingredients to bleach skin to a more even complexion. I have acne scars AND acne and it seems to be working. What Anyone use this before??? how long until you see results??!!

HELP!! Skin bleaching fair%26amp;white??!!?
i have never heard of that, im not sure i would be brave enough. i hope that works out

Prednisolone controls Lupus... but side effects destroying her skin elasticity causing deep depression. SOS!?

2010-04-24T00:26:00.002-07:00

My friend has Arthritis + Lupus, LES. She takes Prednisolone, which causes side effects as moonface she already has.

Now she developed heavy acne in her neck. To makes things worse, her legs, arms, shoulders and stomach are loosing their skin elasticity, since her collagen is altered. Common movements produce pain, and on top, her skin looks so thin and unflexible, that you think it will tear at any second.

You can see superficial damage on her tommy as if she had given birth to 3 babies at once. Not exaggerating. Her legs and shoulders got scares and bruises. Her depression grows and we are so scared.

Doctors are treating the Lupus, but dont see any importance on the described side effects, since thats the drugs effect. But I believe ANY woman needs to feel good about herself, and each time people stare wierdly at her, i feel like I' m being whipped.

If this conditions had some medication or treatment, she'd be able to go back to normal life, work and friends. SOS!

Prednisolone controls Lupus... but side effects destroying her skin elasticity causing deep depression. SOS!?
Lupus is difficult to treat. As long as I've been studying it, it seems to evade answers. The reason is that it is a disease like AIDS, it destroys the body. Sometimes it attacks the brain, sometimes the kidneys, eyesight etc. The ONLY thing that can slow down this awful disease is Prednisone. Prednisone will immediately shock the system into stopping this self-destruction, depending on the dose. The adreanal glands produce approximately 7 mg of steroids that the body needs in order to help the hormones stay in balance. When the human body begins to take Prednisone, the Adrenal glands shut down, forever. There has never been a study that supports the theory that the Adrenal glands can re-start-up, once they have been shut down or driven to sleep. Therefore, the Prednisone MUST keep coming. The difficult balance is to keep the disease at bay, while keeping the body healty enough to fight the common cold. When the human body is suffering with an infection, too high a dose of Prednisone can mask the infection, making the patient believe that they feel wonderful while the truth is that their body is being invaded with infection. Your friend sounds like she has been taking Prednisone for a long time. Her doctor should be notified and he should try to adjust the amount of Prednisone as soon as possible. If your friend is "flaring," the only thing that will immediately bring the flare into control, is massive doses of Prednisone, after which it is usually brought down by 25mg a day until she is back on a usual dose. Good Luck!
Reply:Hopefully the prednisone treatment will stop fairly soon - this is often a short-term way to kick the Lupus back down, and the side effects do wear off once all the prednisone is out of her system. At this point, she likely can't address the side effects, so why not consider a massage or other ways that can make her feel good during this interim period? Main thing to know is that the side effects aren't permanent, so do other things that make her feel good instead of focusing on the side effects she can't change.
Reply:I have lupus also.

Lupus is an overactive immune system. The direct opposite of AIDS. Lupus is autoimmune, AIDS is not. Lupus can attack any organ system.

Prednisone is not the only drug to control lupus. Prednisone is only one drug. There are several drugs that are routinely used to treat lupus. Many of the drugs used to treat RA are used in lupus.

Your friend needs to voice her concerns to her doctor. As for her depression, an anti-depressant might be useful. Anti-depressants can help with sleep and pain levels so they're frequently prescribed even when depression isn't noted.

Rheumatologists are very quick to prescribe steroids despite their horrible side effects. They're a "quick fix". I refuse to use steroids on a daily basis- the side effects do not outweigh the good. I do use dose packs as needed but that's not very often. I'm in pain management so I don't need steroids to help with the pain.

Depending on the symptoms, there are several medications available. But she needs to talk to her current doctor or even better, find a new one.

To successfully treat lupus, a multiple modalities need to be used- prescription medication, diet, exercise, massage, sleep help, hormone treatment if needed, etc. Treating this disease must come from multiple areas... popping 1 or 2 pills won't work. (I take 14 a day)

I would also recommend that your friend find a family physician to overlook her entire body and allow this doctor to coordinate her treatment. The rheumatologist only looks at the lupus.

In the end, it's up to the patient to decide if he/she will take the medication prescribed.
Reply:i suffer from Lupus too and had to be on prednisone for 9 years! i can relate to the problems she is going through. The best advise i can give is to moisurize skin up to 3 times a day. When she starts getting off the prednisone she will lose weight fast which will cause stretch marks.

Prednisone is not the only drug that controls lupus. Ask the doctor whether or not she can go on Plaqunil. I am on this drug and the only side effect from this is slight tanning of skin which isnt as bad as the weight gain and skin problems from prednisone.
Reply:Unfortunately, if the lupus is flaring badly, prednisone is the primary treatment. She can look bad or she can die. It's that simple. The doctors will lower the prednisone as the lupus comes under control.

There are other immunosuppressive drugs, each with its own dreadful side effects. There have been no new drugs for lupus in 40 years.

For many lupus patients there is no return to normal life. Lupus is not curable, but sometimes it can be controlled. Life will never be the same again.

Consider a counselor for depression. If you look for counselors who work with cancer patients and the terminally ill (although lupus is not usually fatal) they will be better equipped to help her through this. Antidepressant medication may be necessary for a while. Prednisone also alters mood, sometimes severely.

The "acne" may be lupus skin involvement which would be worse without the prednisone.

We lupus patients hope and pray for something that will help us without the horrific side effects. Go to www.lupus.org and click on the "take action" link to help us out.

Skin help colour ???????

2010-04-24T00:26:00.001-07:00

how can i get my skin to look like this

http://s31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/d...

top one i show i look like normally , second one is how i want it to look like,

i dont want to wear make up or anything like that .

Thanks

Skin help colour ???????
look into laser skin resurfacing.
Reply:contratubex ointment--- it works!

Skin problem, red spots, stress, immune system?

2010-04-24T00:26:00.000-07:00

I have some sort of skin problem. It looks like ezchema but not scabby more of red blotchyness. my blood shows no allergys and i do not have scabies as that was the second thought my doctor had. I had seen a dermatologist who said it was acute urticaria(hives). I started this in November 06 last year and still have them. They itch really bad and anti histermines can only do so much. please help. And how long should it last as i thought 3 months was tops.

Skin problem, red spots, stress, immune system?
Both Singulair and Zyrtec work very well for urticaria. There is a slim chance you have developed thyroid problems, but a simple blood test can determine if your thyroid is indeed healthy. Both Singulair and Zyrtec are a once a day pill.

You should also eliminate all perfume and dye from your soaps, lotions, laundry detergent and fabric softener.

The following are the #1 recommended products by the American Academy of Dermatology;

*Dove Unscented Soap

*Eucerin Calming Cream (or lotion)

*ALL Free Clear

*Ultra Downy Free %26amp; Sensitive

By laundering your clothes, towels and bedding in the ALL detergent and Downy fabric softener, you greatly descrease the amount of irritants your skin encounters. It should make you more comfy.

When you get out of the shower in the morning you need to slather on Eucerin Calming Cream, and do it again before you go to bed. Apply the Eucerin every 12 hours or so.

You are a lucky dog to not have any allergies! Both my husband I sure do, and our poor kids have them pretty badly, too. Hope your itching subsides and you get relief soon. Take care.
Reply:if the dermatologist called it urticaria, it is an allergic condition, ask your doctor about considering a medrol dose pack, systamic steroids for a few days, good luck

daphne

Skin care product caused reaction on cheek...?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.003-07:00

it's small, but red and dry. it was a new facial cleanser. i have sensitive skin. the ingredients in the products were salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. the area on my left cheek is small, red, and dry. today is the second day that i stopped using the products. in the mean time, i am putting aveeno ultra calming daily moisturizer on it to make it go away? is this gonna work? has anybody ever had a similar reaction to any face products like this? if so, what did you do or put on it to make it go away. I'm nervous, I just want it to go away. It doesn't itch, it's just red and dry. It was 3 products altogether, cleanser, toner, and than a benzoyl peroxide treatment lotion.

Skin care product caused reaction on cheek...?
Yes, I have. It was a reaction to Retinol in a product. I had red, dry, flaky patches on both of my cheeks, and I tried everything I could find to see if it would help.

The only thing that worked was Aveeno balancing bar soap on my face, and moisturizing with a special lotion - DML. I got it from my dermatologist. You can get it from a drug store, but you'll have to have them order it for you. It's rather expensive, but it is the best lotion ever.

It took about 2 weeks to clear up.
Reply:When you have sensitive skin you have to be careful about the skin products you use, because as you have experienced some ingredients can really do a number on it.

Read about sensitive skin care and try the products on http://www.myskincaresite.com - if they don't work or cause a problem you get your money back - no questions asked. Can't do better than that.

Skin Specialists?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.002-07:00

Can anyone recommend any online skin specialists which i could email? I am using tea tree skincare but i am still getting the same amount of spots and scars. I also have to shave every second day. Is water ok to use or should i stick to tea tree.

Skin Specialists?
My name is Puja.I am a skin Analyst.You may email me at puja_wci@hotmail.com

Once you email me the details.I will get back to you soon.

Thanks
Reply:Try the links in http://www.freewebs.com/cleanskin/
Reply:Would suggest you try Dermalogica products. I had really bad spots around my jawline and neck and went to a beauty therapist, who recommended Dermalogica. You can purchase online at www.youbeauty.net and they are quite alot cheaper than buying on the high street. I think that you can e-mail for advice. I haven't had to use tea tree oil since I changed to these products.

They do mens travel packs for about £16, would suggest you try this as a start since it should have all you need. They also do travel packs for acne prone skin if it is really bad!Good luck
Reply:Go to your GP and asked to be referred to a specialist dermatologist. For shaving I'd recommend an oil as opposed to a foam/gel, such as Somersets. That has tee tree oil in it. If your spots are really bad, they may advise Roaccutane - but question your GP carefully, it does have some side effects.
Reply:I am a qualified beautician (and medical nurse) and I would not want to comment on your (or anyone else' for that matter) skin without seeing it first! It is not the sort of thing that you can do online. You will really have to find a local, qualified, skin care specialist and let them take a proper look. Even so, any beautician worth their salt, would probably refer you to a GP or Dermatologist if you have persistant spots and scars (especially scars)

Skin problems w/ my min pin?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.001-07:00

my dog has quite a few bald spots on her upper back/neck area... they are recent, and tend to come and go, but it has gotten worse lately.. I did take her to the vet, and at first they said its a very serious problems because its a bug that burrows below the hair folicle and can be very deadly for they dog...she had a skin scraping done, and they found nothing, so he said to let it go for a while to see if it spreads ...one minute my dog id dying, and the next .."just wait and see what happens"!!! needless to say I am getting a second opinion, but right now I am still panicing!! the patched are slightly swollen and they don't itch her at all.. I also have a boxer that she rough houses with, but not enough to rip out chunks of hair!!! also, the vet said she might be possibly going through a false pregnancy (but he isn't the brightest and I couldn't even understand him...from animal welfare) but he wasn't sure about that also..he just said it because he nipples are larger than normal

Skin problems w/ my min pin?
Don't let your dog be near rugs, cleaning detergents, sand, and grass. Also give your dog a bath once a month. My dog had something like that and I did this things and now is a lot more better.
Reply:????????????????????????????????????????... too long 2 read...
Reply:Another cause of skin problems in dogs and cats is the vaccinations that they receive. Read the Wisconsin University weblinks for dogs. Look up cats on the net.

http://svmweb.vetmed.wisc.edu/articles/6...

http://www.news.wisc.edu/releases/8413.h...
Reply:You are definitely doing the right thing by getting a second opinion. It could be and allergy to something or it could be mange (there are two kinds: demadectic and sarcoptic). I can't remember the difference between the two, but I think mange usually itches. A lot of times the bugs that cause mange can't be seen in a skin scrape. Don't panic. Skin problems aren't usually fatal. If your dog is still eating, drinking, and not acting lethargic just keep the appointment for the second opinion. Otherwise take her to an emergency vet.

~~~~~SKiN HELPPPP???????????????????????...

2010-04-24T00:25:00.000-07:00

how can i get my skin to look like this

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/d...

top one i show i look like normally , second one is how i want it to look like,

i dont want to wear make up or anything like that .

Thanks

~~~~~SKiN HELPPPP???????????????????????...
whoa. you have grey eyes??nice!!! you could try something called mama lotion. its get rid of bad skin pigmentation and evens out skin tone so the scars will go away. good luck! the results may vary from person to person though...
Reply:use proactive
Reply:go to a dermatologist... A lil prizy butt its woth it
Reply:why don you try to use a facial deep cleaner, and some proactive.
Reply:well.. you should look into ordering some proactive for your breakout on your cheeks, and get some sun if you wanna look that bronze
Reply:the best thing to use is called bye bye blemish it works awesome. my son has tried just about everything even proactive and nothing really worked, this stuff is amazing and it cost like 10 dollars a bottle we got it at a beauty supply store

camellia

I have bad skin and odor everywhere on my body. help?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.003-07:00

i'm dead serious when i say that i hate myself, my life, and i feel like i can't go out in the world and do the things that i want to do, because i'm just so damn ugly, i smell everywhere, and my skin is ugly and ruined, EVERYWHERE! i'm only 16.

i feel cursed or something. i feel like crying every second of the day because this is just not fair. why would god create someone like me?

i mean who would want to live life like this. it's disgusting. and i shouldn't even be saying it's disgusting because that is what I AM. it sucks. it really does.

i feel like i don't want to live. what good is it if i can't enjoy life the regular way. i mean if i wanted to fix myself i'd probably have to pay all this money that i don't have. it's not fair. god couldn't give me one good physical quality.

okay..

so here's what's wrong with me.

scars, stretch marks, discolored, dark skin.

black eyes (which i hate), odor everywhere ( which is disgusting), acne, blackheads everywhere.. ect

I have bad skin and odor everywhere on my body. help?
Tackle one thing at a time.

Week 1: Pore strips

wk 2: Ask a dermatologist what you can do about scars, stretch marks, discolored skin, and acne.

Week 3: over the counter odor remedy (Body Mint) in combination with clinical strength deodorant.

Week 4: Learn to love yourself the way you are. Keep an open mind that things will get better.
Reply:Maybe you aren't taking your medicines!

There are medicines that heals scars

Since you have stretch marks, I assume you're over weight... try exercising or going on a diet..

Odor everywhere? Have you tried showering? (with soap? )

IF you had and that doesn't work, get prescripted soap from your doctor

acne? get proactiv or prescripted acne medicine.. I have one and it works like a charm but it stings.

i have sensitive skin, i can get pimples easily and lose em easily... to lose em, i just wash my face daily with water. people say its bad, but whatever its rumors, because its working for me. one of the causes for acne is an oily face.. stop eating the junk food and eat fruits, and buy neutrogena soap , the kind where it gets rid of oils

discolored? whatever. you'll look better once the other things that you call ugly are healed... ( everyone loves a diversed person.. haha.. ) or if you want to take drastic measures.. which i highly dont recommend, talk to your doctor about it, it would seem to be pretty costly though..

blackheads? i read in a magazine, if you get a towel and pour really hot water on it, wait a few minutes where its hot but not hot enough to burn your face, cover your face witht he towel and leave it there for a few minutes.. then take it off, and wash your face... you may not see any effect, but do it daily and you will..

and thats all i could think of...

hope that helps..
Reply:God created men and women equally. dont hate yourself, but love yourself rather. if you have this bad odor, you can take a bath at least 3X a day., dont forget to put deodorant too in your arm, you can use lotion for you to have smoothe skin or cologned too for you to smell good. avoid eating spicy food it can cause bad odor to your sweat..for your blackheads , you can visit your dermatologist, always clean your face so that the acne dont live in your face. black eye is good, not bad. i hope i give you a little help..
Reply:go to www.dxn2u.com and you will find answers for ALL your problems, the answwer is Ganoderma Mushroom!

try it and you will not stop recommending to others, it works naturally without any harm on your body or skin, short term or long term cos' its 100% natural.

find your country below the web page and catch the store near you, if you don't get nearest store, write to me and i shall DHL you something good!
Reply:god creates a creature and i think you are part of it.

Allergies but negative skin test X 2?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.002-07:00

My daughter who is now eight was diagnosed as an infant with a milk protein allergy. Any milk ingredients or products make her break out in hives, a red face, runny nose, watery eyes, cold symptoms, a cough, an upset stomach, diarrhea, etc. Sometimes she has a combination of the symptoms and sometimes only one or two. Lactic acid gets her the most.

She went for a skin test and it came up negative. So her pediatrician suggested that we take her to Boston Children's Hospital to see an allergist. She also did a skin test. In both tests the hystamine control site did not bubble for some reason. In the second test the same thing happened, but the saline that was not supposed to bubble did. Could she be allergic even if it does not show up on the test?

Allergies but negative skin test X 2?
**Before addt'l info**

Did you keep her off her anti-histamine meds for a couple of days before the test?

If you didn't; that's the only reason I would think you wouldn't have a control reaction.

**************************************...

After you additional info...

Did she take any antacid meds, any green tea or other thing that was herbal?

If the histamine control didn't work than all the results are not conclusive. Get back with the Allergist explain that you are concerned since the control didn't react and now you don't have any real results. Maybe they can help you identify what your daughter may have messed up the results.

Good luck.
Reply:The ingredients in skin tests usually are a concentrated extract of proteins or other key compounds in the allergen. Even though the skin tests use very potent concentrations, they don't always have all of the constituents present in real life. So, a person could be allergic to some other constituent besides protein, resulting in a negative test. You can perform your own test by putting a drop of milk on the skin, and making a tiny little pinprick with a sterile sewing needle, just enough to break the skin under the milk drop.

Is second hand smoke making me break out?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.001-07:00

recently (not exactly sure when) i went to meet my some of my bfs friends and one of them smoked ALOT and i ended up inhaling alot of it even though we were outside....and this entire week i have been breaking out BAD. could his second hand smoke be the reason why ive been breaking out?? (i go to a dermatologist since i do have skin problems in general but i havent broken out this bad since i stopped taking my skin medication....and i was on my medication at the time)

Is second hand smoke making me break out?
Yes, the passive smoke could easily have contributed to this. Stay away from any tobacco smoke for the next week or so. Then you should review what you want to do.
Reply:yes@
Reply:Most likely, smoking does NOTHING for the body apart from harm it.

How do i help heal my skin?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.000-07:00

I am currently taking monocyline for acne. I've been on it for about a year now, and have been fine. But lately, my face has really dried up. A moisturizer seems to help, but only for a little bit.

The problem is, it seems like if i dont want acne, my face has to be completely dried out. but if I want normal skin, acne has to come with it.

My question, first how the heck do i heal my face back to a normal level? Second, I think the facial soap I'm using right now is the cause of the dry skin. Any suggestions for a godd soap that reduces acne without destroying your skin?

How do i help heal my skin?
I used cetaphil when I had that problem and it was a great soap. I also suggest using a vitamin E lotion. That should help put some vitamins back into your skin.
Reply:Don't use a soap. Try the following product for only $10 called "Zap It"

Special Ingredient: Salicylic Acid

Acne-fighting salicylic acid gets down deep, cleaning out pores and leaving skin refreshed and tingly—without dryness.

Each product in the Zap-it! Acne Treatment System contains salicylic acid—the most-recommended anti-acne medicine.

Salicylic acid penetrates clogged pores to remove skin cells and oil that cause blemishes. It gently lifts away impurities to leave fresh, healthy skin and open pores. In fact, studies show it prevents and clears blackheads, whiteheads, and acne blemishes better than benzoyl peroxide (another common acne medication). Active ingredient: Salicylic acid 0.5%

Treat it! Get deep-down oil and bacteria out of pores. When pores collect impurities they can look more prominent—and become a home for bacteria. That leads to unsightly blemishes. That’s why step one in this acne-fighting routine includes Zap-it! Facial Wash. Exclusive formula contains salicylic acid and Melaleuca Oil T36-C5—providing you with the best ingredients from science and nature.

http://beautboutique.openstores.com.au/p...
Reply:Actually, having dry skin can exacerbate acne. What does the dermatologist recommend? There are noncomedogenic moisturizers of all kinds out there. A company called DHC has some excellent products.
Reply:Holy crap... salicylic acid helps exfoliate the skin so as not to cause clogged pores(blackheads), benzoyl peroxide is what penetrate to kill bacteria(pimples) - think of them as a team SA provides and opening and BP kills the ick. Unfortunately BP is way harsh and if you have sensitive skin will probably do more harm than good.

My advice is to find a nice gentle cream cleanser w/o alot of oil. Always use a toner or moisturizing mist before "lotion" because it will give your skin some moisture before putting on the barrier. Aveda, Pevonia and Repechage are all really great product lines if you can afford them. A little goes a really long way. I also recommend getting a facial if you can afford it. The massage will gently exfoliate as well as moisturize your skin. You can give yourself one at home with some jojoba oil and any essential oil you like if you are so inclined.

As always consult your medical professional before beginning a new regimen or use of essential oils.

lady slipper

Post second degree burn care????

2010-04-24T00:23:00.002-07:00

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salomex86

S Post second degree burn care??

I've asked for help so many times on this site, its crazzy.

Anyway my story is this. I sat on a hot surling iron 2 months ago, and its healdd some what. But the area is still a very diff color from my skin. I'm asian and am very light skined. Sigh, this is causing me alot of grief as you can imagine. Anyhow its kind of a white color now in the center and is brown around the edges. I feel like its going to scar, because i had a minor infection at first. Should I seek plastic surgery? Will plastic surgery help heal it completely I dont care about the cost. Please help Im so scared its been about 2 months and I'm goin nuts.

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fyi, i started using silvidine after it scared. Im just wondering should I see a plastic surgeon now and what kind of results it would yeld and how long it would take to heal after a skin graft?

Post second degree burn care????
no. it sometimes takes a long time to heal. yest it is frestrating. don't pick at it. use vitiman e cream on the area. I burned my leg on the engine of my motorcycle. your description of its progress explains mine perfectly. I bet it was six months or nine months before it looked completely normal. There was a slight discoloration for about 2 years. I could see it but nobody else even noticed it. Unless I pointed it out to them. Plastic surgery is not going to help it look better any sooner. You seriously injured the skin and it is going to take time to heal. Plastic surgery could cause more scarring.
Reply:Oh I'm so sorry to hear that!!

I had a burnt 6 months ago in my hand, and now it's a different color (red). It wasnt so bad, and everyone told be there would be nothing...but it doesnt seem like it will go away. I dont have money to pay anything. But if you just dont care about the cost, go look for something, there are some pretty advanced things to take care of scars and things like that.

I'm so sorry for my hand...was the thing I most liked about my body :( and now...it's red

hope you can fix your case

Hair falling and skin issues.?

2010-04-24T00:23:00.001-07:00

I am 29 years old and since long i am suffering from Hair Fall. lately i realized that i am geting half Bald. the problem is dandruff i am assuming. and second water with i take bath has high TDS. and no options for that.

i would like to know some home remedies to stop hair fall immediately and second it is possible to regain hair ?

because of wearing half sleeves t shirts my half hands looks dark and half looks white that we can say tanning. how to normalize my skin as before ?

Hair falling and skin issues.?
Dandruff? idont think so u need to go see a doctor u may be suffering from a serious disease n u r just assuming!
Reply:Dandruff shouldn't cause hair loss. Don't assume. You may want to go to a doctor. Also, buy a shower filter! It will take out all of the junk from your water and make it as clean as possible. Using a filtered shower makes hair and skin softer =)
Reply:it could be a hormonal condition check with a doctor you may be low on some vitamins too.
Reply:maybe what u r having is a thyroid problem. check with your doctor and take a blood test.

Any ever get a penile skin bridge removed? I have a question about recovery.?

2010-04-24T00:23:00.000-07:00

After a penile skin bridge removal surgery there were still flaps of skin hanging but no longer attached. Its as if the surgeon cut the bridge but didnt bother to remove the extra skin completely..so little pieces of skin are still there 4months after my surgery. He said they would shrink to unoticeable pieces in 6months.. but in the last two months i've noticed NO changes or reduction of these flaps....Any one have similiar problem? I feel like I have to get a second surgery to remove them.

Any ever get a penile skin bridge removed? I have a question about recovery.?
It does reduces and everything falls to normal. Don't be excited.

Who is the best Acne skin specialist in india, especially in Bangalore?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.003-07:00

am suffering from Acne skin disease from past 8years, with lot of pain physically %26amp; mentally for every second of the hour. this type of pain cannot be explained by words to make understand for somebody, those who have already experienced the situation will know very well that what am saying. So Please give me the correct guideline to meet the best doctor anywhere in the India with their contacts number and address.

Who is the best Acne skin specialist in india, especially in Bangalore?
hi there, check this site out, make sure you check the site map also,

you are bound to find something:

http://acne-medication.ebookorama.com/

good luck, if it helps please remember me! ta-ra

dendrobium

Serious skin problem+allergy??

2010-04-24T00:22:00.002-07:00

my skin is very weak,when it is injured,it take twice or thrice the time longer than normal people to heal.my skin also get very itchy suddenly sometime(i think it is on hot weather).my chest and neck will get very itchy.

Another problem is my allergy problem.after i drink alcohol,the next day my body will be filled with many big white spot and my hand will turn red.second day after that it will turn very itchy for few day.

P/S: I have the allergy on drinking vodka,like Barcadi and RUM

,no problem with red wine and beer.

Very very sorry for the long question,answer is greatly appreciated.

Serious skin problem+allergy??
You could have an allergy do deodorants and also alcohol based fragrance. But you also might think about a trip to the doctor to see just why it take a long time for your skin to heal.

"V" 2: the second generation,,, casting?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.001-07:00

Who would you want to return?

its gonna be set 20 years after the original Mini series where aliens called the Visitors come to earth and promise us peace and prosperity (showing us new things) but are in fact here for our water and us for food.

a small resistance formed to fight them.

there was a sequel mini series called "Final battle" where the resistance discovers a toxin that will kill the lizard aliens (they wear fake human skin to look like us), and drive them off.

There was also a second invasion (this time a true invasion) called "V the tv series"

this will go as if the two sequels never happened.

At the end of the original series, the resistance sends a radio transmission ino space to contact a alien force that once defeated the Visitors.

they have arrived. 3 beings of extreme power. But whos side will they be on??????

Last thing i heard:

Jane Balder (Dianna)

Faye Grant (Julie)

are all that are confirmed so far.

Mike Donalven (cant remember the actors name) is

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dead. Having died 10 years after original events.

who else would you have return? who would make a good new resistance?

plenty of charectors survived the series

the resistance is finally ready to strike at the Visitors, but the "Leader" is on his way and time for Earth is running out.

"V" 2: the second generation,,, casting?
Actually, Mark Singer played Mike Donovan.

I would like Michael Ironside as Ham, Judson Scott, John Calvin, Faye Grant as Julie, and, most of all, Duncan Regehr of the past cast to return. Since the Sirians use the outer covering, Duncan wouldn't have to be Charles, for example; he could be either someone related to him or an entirely different alien. Nicky Katt come join the cast; he played Donovan's son when he was in his early teens, if memory serves. I'm certain I'll think of more actors/characters later.

It would be fascinating to see what happens when Earth gets a response from the Sirians' enemies, an alien race the Resistance hopes would be on Earth's side~although they could be going from the frying pan into the fire. This plot reminds me of the Colossus trilogy of novels. In "Colossus: The Forbin Project", the supercomputer takes control; in "The Fall of Colossus", the computer is defeated; in "Colossus and the Crab", an invation of aliens from the Crab Nebula forces the people of Earth to revive Colossus. Well, the Sirians looked like the most dreadful enemy; but, what if the summoned aliens are worse?!

I guess return cast depends on if they're starting from scratch or picking up where they left off. Either way, I'll be there to watch and record! Occasionally, I unearth "V" and "V: The Final Battle" to watch again. Sadly, I had VCR problems back then and have only a few series episodes. I do have a complete set of the novels.

I'm certain there are many "V" fans left over and that a new project would win many more. Now, if they don't mess with the formula too much...
Reply:I used to love that Tv show.
Reply:I enjoyed that show. Mark Singer from Beastmaster (the movie) played the part of Mike Donalven. you say Mark has also agreed to come back? If so, that's cool. It just wouln't be V without him.

My retic. python hasnt eatin in almost 9 montsh and i need a second opinion on this one. My vet is a quak!!!!!

2010-04-24T00:22:00.000-07:00

I have a reticulated python. she has been with me since 05 and has a normal eating schedual. for 9 months she has not been interested in eating the rats i buy her. I was always whure to feed her outside of her tank and she has never been agressive. My vet has told me nothing to worry about but i need a second opinion. I am less uneasy since she recently shed her skin. she is almost 5 1/2 feet and has gourgouse markings. if any of you have experienced this please let me know about it.........

My retic. python hasnt eatin in almost 9 montsh and i need a second opinion on this one. My vet is a quak!!!!!
I've noticed that a lot of people on this questions and answers feed their constrictors dead, frozen rats and that's some what new to me and the people I know. I started raising snakes when I was six years old, that's over forty some years ago and had snakes from time to time that just stopped eating for no reason. From pythons to Rattle Snakes (I had over 60 of them and milked them for the making of anti-veniom and I learned that I had the most luck with live food. Even so, I've had snakes that quit eating and it used to stump me until the unknown became common. I think you need to feed your snake dark colored rats (not white) and need to know it's eating habits for a while before you become familiar then concerned. changing your snakes eating habits, trying to figure out what is wrong is the worst thing you can do. If you had no problems feeding a snake a dozen times or so you pretty much know what and how that particular snake eats and what it's habits are. It's not rocket science. On the other hand, a snake that stops eating the same regiment has something going on and needs to be watched. Not necessarily a warning or sickness but something different. After my Vet told me there's nothing wrong with a 18 foot ret. python I had, I've found some mouth rot that came up some days latter, treated it and she was back to normal in no time. The time of year, weather change, shedding, new bedding heck, even different water and amount of handling can change your snakes eating habits to the point to where you might have to force feed her until you figure out what's wrong if anything. since I'm NOT a vet, if you really concerned and don't think your vet is up to par...See another vet and put your mind at ease.
Reply:okay calm down sweety. i as a snake owner have just been through this myself with my 5 ft ball python. she refused to eat for almost 11 months.

first the longest a snake has been recorded without eating is 1 year and 9 months!!!! the snake is alive and well today. snakes, all snakes i should say can go a very long time without eating. they also will not get sick or die of starvation. their bodies are made to be able to fast for qlong time if they so choose to. if they chose not to eat this doesnt mean that they are sick either. in your question you didnt say if she was showing any other signs of sickness so i will presume she isnt sick.

this is normal what she is doing. at some point in time all snakes will refuse food for a lenghty period of time. again it is normal. no need to worry. now if she shows signs of any sickness, fluid draining from her mouth, nostrils clogged, breathing with mouth open, mouth rot then yes be worried she isnt eating because of sickness.

some ideas for getting her to eat are

#1. wait it out, continue to offer her food and give her 30-60 minutes to eat it, if after this alotted time frame she doesnt eat, simply return the rat to the petstore.

#2. if she is eating "live" rats, offer her a thawed previously frozen rat, you can get these at petstores as well. the immense smell of "death" just may get her to eat.

#3. if the dethawed rat gets refused , you can refreeze it. by doing so in a ziploc bag only. again in 2 weeks offer this, and this second time of thawing will make it smell even worse, and may get her to eat because of how "deathy" it smells.

#4.offer a smaller rat or even mics to see if those get her attention and make her want to eat.

#5. IF THESE DONT WORK THEN YOU HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO GO BACK TO #1. but continue with the schedule you had her on by offering it to her.

very good job feeding outside of tank. if you feed inside of her tank "her home" she will associate "home" with eating. so this is good you take her out to feed her. this is how people get bitten they feed inside the tank "home"

as for her shedding, it isnt wise to hold your snake while/during a shed , their eyesight which already is poor is next to nothing they cant see at all, its all cloudy(and yes they can see, not good but they can see) as well as their sense of smell is off as well. with these senses bad they will get a little more aggressive if provoked. i myself have raised my snakes f from babies, and have handled them in every single state of shedding, ive evn shed them myself when they had trouble. i only advise this if you have done so from day 1.

if there is any other questions or suggestions please feel free to click my name and email me. i will get back to you a.s.a.p. good luck and i hope this helps.
Reply:You have your answer. Your python is a she..and she's in "heat" for a lack of a better word. When a female is ready to mate she will lose interest in eating. Is it possible that her cage temperature has changed? That usually promotes the urge to mate.

There are times when mine goes months without eating esp. the female. Don't panic. Just keep offering the food.
Reply:If she is still muscular ,healthy and has recently shed her skin I would not be too worried. I would try her on smaller food than she took when she last fed. Try a defrosted day old chick to tempt her or a large mouse. She should be on large rats but after such a break her stomach may not be able to cope with a large meal at first, just like some one who has been on a diet and then trys to eat a large steak and fries wil be sick.

Try and make sure the viv is warm enough and she is warm before feeding. A full spectrum lighting system might stimulate her into feeding,

I own a pet store and sell snakes of all sorts.

http://www.artsaquaticsandanimals.co.uk
Reply:If she has been healthy I would not worry to much . Are you feeding the right size pray for her ? You should feed her something that is the size of her largest girth . If you feed to small of pray she may not take it . Also double check your temps . Make sure she is warm enough and try feeding in the evening , right around dusk . I always feed in the same enclosure . Snakes can tell the difference between you and the rats by sight and smell . I have owned and raised many snakes including a 12 foot Burmese , 10 1/2 foot Red Tailed Boa and two 6 foot Monical Cobras so I know what I am talking about .Only try feeding once every week so you do not stress the snake out . You might try a small rabbit small gunia pig ,chick ,or braining the rat . I always feed dead pray so you can cut open the head and expose some of the brains this will usually work . If that does not work try dipping the rat into chicken broth then feed .

Suggesting that you force feed her is a ridicules suggestion .

Here a couple of good web sites or you ca contact me if you need more help any time

http://www.repticzone.com

http://www.kingsnake.com
Reply:Something is wrong- nine months is WAY too long for a snake to go without eating and remain healthy. Even if you do get it eating again, rest assured that its digestive system is weakened, and regurgitation may be a problem.

You probably realize that you're keeping it wrong somehow. My first guess is that it may not be warm enough. My second guess is that feeding it outside of its normal cage is throwing it off feed. Whoever told you to do this is wrong.

The first thing you need to do is get its feeding response back. Start with a very small LIVE mouse, maybe a fuzzy or a hopper. If it eats, and holds it down, feed it again. Start with small prey and work your way up; if you feed it something too large, and it regurgitates, you will have problems, as once they start regurgitating, it can be difficult to get them to stop.

You don't need a vet; you need to read up on basic snake care!
Reply:no most snake wont eat while shedding, and as to the 9 month thing, the record for pythons not eating is 22 months, almost two years, dont worry, unless she is losing weight, try a different kind of mice. also if your feeding live mice, chedck for bite marks, bites might cause the snake stress and therefore to stop feeding.

Skin incision in c-section vertifically and utrous with horizontally, is it allows normal delivery 2nd time.?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.003-07:00

I have vertically skin incision but inside it is horizontally. Is it allows to give normal birth at second time

Skin incision in c-section vertifically and utrous with horizontally, is it allows normal delivery 2nd time.?
I might be wrong but I've been told that if the uterus incision was made horizontally you should be able to try for a normal birth. As long as there was no other complications. If it was made vertically they don't advise a natural birth next time round as it puts to much stress on the wound area. Good luck
Reply:My sister had this done last year but opposite horizontally outside and vertically inside and her doctor advised against normal as the scar could tear so she is scheduled for her c-section on Feb 1st ....

broadleaf

What can I do to make my baby's skin obtain a fairer complextion?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.002-07:00

My baby was born with a very fair skin. We started to apply olive oil and exposed her to sunlight for few minutes and gave her bath every day during her 1st month. Slowly her skin darkened and she still hasn't regained her color. Now ( during her second month) I have stopped applying the oil and exposing her to sunlight, even now she has not shown much change. What might be the reason, what can I further do to bring my baby's skin fair? Please help.

What can I do to make my baby's skin obtain a fairer complextion?
You can't change your complexion. The olive oil had nothing to do with it. Any color she got from miminal sun exposure may take longer to fade, though.

She is probably just starting to grow into her natural skin tone. Babies are almost always born lighter than what they will be permanently. Ask any mother of any color other than white, they will tell you - it's usually more pronounced with darker complexions.
Reply:Have you asked your pediatrician?

Otherwise, try using a "white-out" pen or Clorox bleaching pen.

What did Michael Jackson do to get his fair complexion? Call him and find out.
Reply:Why are you trying to change her complexion? I hope that you are not serious. If you are, you need to talk to someone who can help you accept the baby you have and not try crazy stuff on her. You scare me!
Reply:Talk to Michael Jackson I'm sure he can give you some hints.
Reply:And what drugs are you on? Sounds like child abuse to me.
Reply:My baby is very fair with pinkish tint, I thought it has to be the type of milk I gave him, it's enfamil prosobee
Reply:For pete's sake - she's a human NOT a piece of wood you're trying to stain!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Do NOT put a child in the sun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You can't do anything to change a person's skin shade - so STOP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:A visit to Uncle Michael at the Neverland Ranch should do the trick.
Reply:Get a life. You are crazy.

Is it normal for skin tags to have a discharge or to bleed?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.001-07:00

I have been diagnosed by the doctor as having an anal skin tag. However, this is causing me pain and discomfort, as well as producing an unusual discharge that is orange/pink. It also bleeds sometimes. Is this normal for a skin tag, or would it best if I went to another doctor for a second opinion? I am also worried it might be cancer.... Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Is it normal for skin tags to have a discharge or to bleed?
A discharge usually indicates an infection. Bleeding can be a sign of cancer, but not necessarily. You may want to consult your doctor concerning having your anal skin tag surgically removed. This will eliminate the pain and discomfort, as well as the possibility that the skin tag may turn cancerous.
Reply:You need to see a doctor ASAP.

"Skin tags themselves are harmless. They are not a type of skin cancer, and they do not turn into cancer. But sometimes a more serious condition can mimic a benign growth. It's important to seek treatment from a doctor if: The tag bleeds or becomes irritated and does not heal. The tag changes shape or color. The skin around the tag appears discolored or irritated. "

It could very well be an external hemorrhoid.

Is it inevitable that I will get saggy skin after pregnancy?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.000-07:00

I am 20 and this is my second pregnancy. The first time round I went back to normal no saggy skin.

Will I get saggy sking this time? What are the factors determining whether you get saggy skin or not?

Can I do stomach exercises during pregnancy to help?

Is it inevitable that I will get saggy skin after pregnancy?
I was a size 8 pre-babies. I had my second child 15 months ago and am still a size 8.

My stomach will never be as toned as it was but its certainly not saggy.
Reply:The saggy skin totally depends on how big your belly gets for how long. What happens is that as your belly grows, your skin grows as well (not just stretches). The longer it is stretched, the more skin is grown. This is how they develop skin for grafts for the siamese twin seperations!

For the gals I've seen that never developed saggy skin, their bellies really only got big at the end of pregancy and was never that big. So, taller women are more likely to not have saggy skin as there is more body cavity for the baby to fit in.
Reply:As we age, our skin loses its elasticity. So age plays a role. You are still quite young, so your chances are better. However, genes may also play a role. No amount of sit ups or stomach exercises while pregnant will help. Your skin is still stretched at that point. Exercising helps build muscle. It will have no affect on the skin. There are products out that claim to help with skin elasticity but I can't vouch for its effectiveness. Best of luck.
Reply:I'm the same as you were first time round and am now 31 weeks into my second pregnancy, but whereas before I didn't show until quite late on, this time I've been big from the start and am really worried. I do have a Pilate's in pregnancy video which I used last time- it has exercises for before and after the birth. They are really good as help tone your pelvic floor muscles so they get you prepared for the birth and getting back into shape after.
Reply:Its unfortunately genetic ,and lets face it unless you have the money for surgery not many of us have the belly of jordan after childbirth . but so what,its worth every stretch mark and bit of saggy skin ! best of luck!
Reply:I have two boys and dont have saggy skin, i used bio oil while pregnant and after pregnancy. I do think its up to what your skin is like, but do try the bio oil its great stuff.

Good luck with baby.
Reply:I have two children and don't have saggy skin, I'd say the best thing was breastfeeding, it tightens the muscles, and gets you back into shape in no time.

night jasmine

Tighten my skin?

2010-04-24T00:20:00.002-07:00

Im 15 years old about 5'7.. when i used to live where i used to live my max weight got to 184.. i dropped down to about 170 total before i ended up moving as i became more active, then i moved next door to my old buddy in a dif town.. where im livin now, and me and him wud always be out and about, biking excersising the whole 9 yards so i finally got to 140.. after i lost all the weight i thought i had a chance to actually have a nice body so i didnt want to just be thinner i wanted to get abs so i worked on those, sit ups, pushups, chinups on my chinup bar, and this routine from 6 second abs. I now have a decent chest, and a 6 pack but its all hiding under my skin and fat. I can feel it perfectly, every detail to my abs and theyre visible as well, you can see the texture but just not very defined because i still have some loose skin from being overweight before, and idk if i still have to fat to shed. My skin isnt like saggy but its loosER cuz i used 2 be fat. How can i tighten it??

Tighten my skin?
it will tighten on its own. your still young it will get tighter pretty quickly. you still need to lose some fat, so keep doing what your doing and your abs will be clear as day. i would suggest trying to fill up some of that lose skin with muscle. consider weight training.
Reply:give it time. it will return. when you are young your skin is very elastic. it just takes longer than the rest of you to resize itself. it could take a year or more. stay fit. and congratulations... good for you.
Reply:tummy tuck...?
Reply:Read tips on weight loss and some great workouts for toning up all on this site
Reply:Sadly loose skin is very difficult to get rid of but you have a better chance of it shrinking because you are young. It would be much harder for an older person to get rid of loose skin. Eat a healthy diet, and keep working out and take care of your skin and maybe your skin will tighten up. It may take a few years though. Good luck and congratulations on your weight loss :)
Reply:I bet you don't like to drink skim milk, and I bet you lost the weight fairly quickly, cuz that's what skin will do. Just give it time, it will tighten up. Getting the right kind of nutrition helps the skin when you are loosing weight. You've done a great job! Hang in there!

Why is Kim Kardashian complaining about showing some skin on Playboy?

2010-04-24T00:20:00.001-07:00

First of all if she didn't want to show her skin Why in the world did she even do Playboy DUH! Second of all wasn't that her doing X rated stuff on her sex tape that she claims she doesn't know how it got into Vivid's hands??

Why is Kim Kardashian complaining about showing some skin on Playboy?
Celebrities are very odd, as they want control over how the public perceives them
Reply:maybe she thinks she has small breasts
Reply:shes trying to make her look non-slutty, like she has morals, even on her show she says she doesnt drink... yea probably after gettin drunk and makin that video she quit
Reply:She is a bona fide generation Y whore.

But she is just one of many.
Reply:She knows how they got it. So do I. RayJ gave it to them. DUH.
Reply:wow i thought we only watched sex on tv but now on the pc and now we Fukeing talk about it online wtf!
Reply:uhm.. she had a sex tape out and she doesnt want people to think that all she is is a sex person. she is more than that. she didnt want to show skin because that isnt good for her image after the sex tape.

What is a foundation for oily skin that ALSO has an illuminating effect?

2010-04-24T00:20:00.000-07:00

Illuminating as in giving your face a "dewy glow" to it. I thought about using Stila, but the reviews on makeupalley.com gave me second thoughts. Does anyone have any recommendations? I have fair-to-medium skin color.

What is a foundation for oily skin that ALSO has an illuminating effect?
try the body shop, they have this great foundation which is very light and fresh and doesnt looked caked on but it has that glow you want . Its a very subtle glow which makes your face look really good and not fake. Its in a cylinder tube works great and not expensive.

xoxo
Reply:Illuminating effect on oily skin? Not a wise choice i guess...cos when ur face gets oily, you'll look like a wok ready to fry eggs.
Reply:estee lauder has a good line of foundation that illuminates and treats oily skin,it also lasts a long time .
Reply:Nina Ricci! she has the best range of oil control makeup with her flawless control llumiere range to give that luminous look you mentioned..

http://www.myshopping.com.au/PT--215_Cos...

I buy it cheapest through essential mall at the moment - but you can price compare anytime @ www.myshopping.com.au to make sure you get the best price and see who else sells it.
Reply:Check out aularale.com/7002; the foundation is water based, fragrance free, matches your tone and doesn't come off easily on hands/clothes. They also have great skin care for oily skin.
Reply:I have oily skin as well as my daughter. We use Bare Escentuals. The foundation has excellent coverage and also conceals great. To get a luminous glow then you only need to use their Mineral Veil or Bare Radiance. Hope this help. It really does work. I am 42 and my daughter is 16.

DRY SKIN AND NEED HELP...desperatly!!!?

2010-04-24T00:19:00.002-07:00

ok so my skin is SO SO SO SO dry. its starting to just get on my nervous!! my skin is ALWAYS dry and i dont know what to do about it. i almost ALL the time drink water. i also drink tea (sweet). and ONCE in a GREAT while i will have a soda (can). BUT i dont drink the whole can in one day, it usually takes me about 3 days before im done with it. is there ANYTHING i can do to help my dry dry skin. my hands are the main problem. i have hemp lotion, it really helps, BUT the one second i put my hand in water, BOOM, i have to put on lotion again. sometimes it get's SO BAD that i can streach my hand out and see wrinkles on my fingers cause its pulling from being SO FREAKIN DRY. is there like a NATURAL pill that i can take to help this. i drink plenty of H2O, so thats not the problem. PLEASE HELP! THanx SO much. God Bless yall♥

DRY SKIN AND NEED HELP...desperatly!!!?
For your hands, I would suggest Neutrogena Hand Cream. It is really thick and sticky, but if you put it on well at night and cover your hands with white gloves, in the morning your hands will feel a lot better. You have to do this every night until your hands are healed. Then do it periodically before your hands get really dry. Maybe once or twice a week.

For the rest of your body, Eucerin cream works really well. You also have to put it on everyday until you skin heals. After taking your bath or shower and before you dry your skin, put a few drops of baby oil in your hand and rub it on the dry skin and then pat dry with a towel. It will guck the towel up, but it is worth it and does work. Also, don't take hot baths or showers and don't soak in the tub in hot water. If you take baths, put bath oil in the water.
Reply:Avon makes a really nice hand cream that works on the dryest hands I've ever seen...

Also, bag balm (the stuff in the green tin) works really well on dry skin, too.
Reply:Try talking w/ a dermatologist. Try dove products like lotions or soaps.
Reply:Sounds like you are drinking enough water. Could be that you are in a dry area of the country and if you are in a winter area with lots of cold weather, dry skin is obvious.

The best lotion I have found is called Malibu Hemp. I buy it at Walmart for about 5.00 a bottle. It has a great smell to it, it's not sticky and if used daily really helps clear up the dry skin that itches and flakes badly.
Reply:I have really bad dry skin too, my skin will crack and bleed, but I've finally found something that works for me. I use Aveeno 24 hour moisturizer, fragrance free. It absorbs really fast and doesn't leave me feeling greasy. My skin hasn't felt this good in a very long time.
Reply:try creams or intensive lotions like avon intensive lotion, even after I wash my hands it still stays on, try not washing your hands so much, and be aware of stuff with fragrance and alcohol in it, like body wash, dish detergent, antibacterial soap, hand sanitizers
Reply:Take bathes instead of shower and use olay oil body wash (shower takes more oil off of your skin) use a good moisturizer like vasaline creamy.
Reply:Try Booths oils and bath products, shea bath and others, stop thinking pills will help is not the answer. There is a pill for everything. Sometimes just old fashion remdemies work.
Reply:I'm the same way in the winter months. try taking a bath with baby oil in it. and get a humidifier for you room.
Reply:Try perfume-less soap i use dove and i use palmer's cocoa butter formula it works for me cause my skin use to crack ahhhh!!

frangipni

Skin care for me?

2010-04-24T00:19:00.001-07:00

i would like a good skin thing to treat acne. well i dont REALLY have acne. i have a few pimples here and there. tahts all. but i have sensitive skin. what do you recemend? i heard proactiv is good, but i wanna get a second opinion. thanks.

and sorry for not answering questions latley. school is such a bummer!! =[

Skin care for me?
i do believe that we have the same, oily to combination skin type, especially around our T-Zone. It is interesting for people to think that avoiding creams can help solve oily skin. But its wrong.

You can best help your skin if you do the 3-step facial regimen: wash, tone and moisturize. Washing helps remove dust that accumulated on the surface of the skin, toning provides additional cleaning as well as it preps the skin by removing dead skin cells that can just block healthy cells' absorption of the third step, the moisturizer.

The key is to be able to find the right product to help you with your problem. I can suggest the brand: Mario Badescu. They have a line of products that really is good for our type of skin, I personally recommend the Enzyme Cleansing Wash, Cucumber Toner and the best HONEY MOISTURIZER. If you use these products, they don't have the same ''stretched-dry-skin" that other products leave. This is often the misconception of people, that dryness and no oil means clean skin. What Mario Badescu does is gently and effectively clean it. Plus they're natural.

For additional cleaning and maintenance on acne, try their DRYING LOTION pink stuff that you put on your pimples which dries it, ACNE GEL, which serves as your drying lotion maintenance during day time. Check out their line of products online. I dont work for them, its just that they really work and i would like to share it with you.

Kudos to a healthier skin.
Reply:for hair care and skin care and more related just in
Reply:proactive is harsh and overpriced, in my opinion. people are often raving about DHC skincare products. this article reviews a whole bunch of them:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...

Skin tag right above my anus?

2010-04-24T00:19:00.000-07:00

I have a piece of skin growth right above my anus about the size of a penny maybe or smaller. Its very soft and flat. I went to my doctor and he said its nothing to worry about and looks like a skin tag more then a wart. It doesn't hurt now should I get a second opinion, because he did give me a referal.

Skin tag right above my anus?
Is nothing to worry about, and in fact it's very common. If you want it removed, you can certainly go to any specialist who will cauterize it, is essentially burning it off.

The freeze here first so the amount of pain you will feel will be very minor although there could be some bleeding.

DRY SKIN AND NEED HELP...desperatly!!!?

2010-04-24T00:18:00.001-07:00

...ok so my skin is SO SO SO SO dry. its starting to just get on my nervous!! my skin is ALWAYS dry and i dont know what to do about it. i almost ALL the time drink water. i also drink tea (sweet). and ONCE in a GREAT while i will have a soda (can). BUT i dont drink the whole can in one day, it usually takes me about 3 days before im done with it. is there ANYTHING i can do to help my dry dry skin. my hands are the main problem. i have hemp lotion, it really helps, BUT the one second i put my hand in water, BOOM, i have to put on lotion again. sometimes it get's SO BAD that i can streach my hand out and see wrinkles on my fingers cause its pulling from being SO FREAKIN DRY(im only 19). is there like a NATURAL pill that i can take to help this. i drink plenty of H2O, so thats not the problem. PLEASE HELP! THanx SO much. God Bless yall♥

DRY SKIN AND NEED HELP...desperatly!!!?
Many lotions are high in alkalinity, some as high as 11 on the pH scale. Your skin is a 5.5 (acidic). Water is a 7 (neutral). That might be contributing to the problem or it might be chlorinated water.

Chlorine is used to kill bacteria in city water. the levels of chlorine vary from day and can be as much as 5 times stronger than a public swimming pool.

If you have city water, you might need a chlorine shower filter.

Make sure that your soap is unscented and has no dyes. If you need to switch brands, I recommend Kiss My Face Unscented, South of France Unscented, California Baby Super Sensitive or Cetaphil.

Make sure that your lotion is unscented as well, I recommend either California Baby, Cetaphil, or is your skin is extremely dry, you can use Eucerin Auquaphor until your skin softens a little (it's really greasy). Use the lotion within 3 minutes of getting out of the shower and every time you wash your hands.

Using oils to hydrate is not recommended, things like baby oil don't help to moisten skin but can actually act as a moisture barrier keeping moisture out unless used while the skin is still wet.
Reply:"is there like a NATURAL pill that i can take to help this"

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Reply:home remedy: bathe in apple cidar vinegar then fresh out of the tub, NOT dried off, soothe on vasiline petroleum jelly. this helps to seal in the moisture. this i got from my whirlpool instuction manual and it works!!!!!!!!!!!! Report It

Reply:I have extremely dry hands and St. Ives Advanced Body Moisturizer helps.
Reply:what temp water do you bathe in? take tepid baths and use hypoallergenic lotions like aveno. baby oil just after a bath will also help
Reply:I have the worst dry skin. After each shower I always cover myself in alpha keri lotion. Always carry around some hand cream, they don't have to be expensive and find some non perfumed moisturising cream for your arms legs etc. Good moisturiser for you face too
Reply:I also have dry skin. Winter makes our skin worse. I constantly have to put on lotion (usually an intense moisturizer)... I even bring it with me everywhere.
Reply:Evening primrose oil, two 500 mg capsules three times daily

Vitamin B complex, 50 mg

Vitamin A, 25,000 IU (avoid during pregnancy)

Vitamin C, with bioflavonoids, 1,500 mg

Omega 3, dosage depends on which one you choose, the only one I am able to get down and not get dead fish burps from is the one that comes in little packets of orange flavored jelly ☆
Reply:4 cups of milk in your warm (not hot) bath water, should do the trick.
Reply:The problem make be your skin very sensitive to chlorine...like feel of coming out of swimming pool. Try this it really help.

http://www.gtawater.com/index.asp?pid=11...

other people found it to be very good also.

bleeding heart

Demodex and skin scrapings?

2010-04-24T00:18:00.000-07:00

After assuming my pug's itchiness was due to a food allergy, our vet had us switch food and give her prednizone and oral antibiotics. A week later, no change, brought her back, saw other vet who was -sure- it was Demodex until the skin scrapings came back negative (again). We are treating as such for now, too early to tell if she's improving or not....how easy is it to find demodex in a skin scraping? I have read usually easy, except in some breeds like shar peis. The first vet we saw in the practice told us she was looking for 2 types in the skin scraping- one easy to find and very contagious, one hard to find and not contagious. Our other dogs have none of what's going on with our pug. The second vet wanted me to just try benadryl 3xs a day and bring her back in a week- done that, didn't work, opted to threat with the ivermectin instead. So- what do you all know about the accuracy of diagnosing demodex in pugs with skin scrapings? Red raw skin on back, legs, armpits

Demodex and skin scrapings?
Should have been very easy to see what it was in a skin scrape. However; it could just be a skin infection. There are so many bacterial infection strains there would be no way to tell which one it could be.

I would skip the prednizone and stick with ivermectin, frontline and a basic antibiotic if skin scraping are showing nothing.
Reply:Could be flea bites or too many baths.

Sounds like you are doing the right thing. Be persistant until you find an answer.

Good luck.
Reply:You can be pretty sure it isn't sarcoptic mange because they would have found it.

Did the vet examine the scraping himself or did he let a CVT do it? That could make a difference in the results. I have seen some CVTs check for worms and have the wrong result.

Pugs are a breed with immune problems like allergies. However they usually present on the legs and feet. I would still assume that mange would be a more likely diagnosis, and trying ivermectin won't hurt her. If it doesn't help then go back to steroid shots in a higher dose to see if it helps. And asking for an oral antibiotic is a good idea too because the scratching will cause infections.
Reply:Well, my dog had demodectic mange, but it only showed up on one scraping... never on any of the subsequent scrapings even when it was spreading. Go figure.

First, I would switch to a really high quality food to help your dog boost his immune system. I'd also supplement with some Salmon Oil to give Omega 3's.

Demodectic mange is on all dogs, but only those with weakened immune systems show symptoms of hair loss and itching.

I tried all kinds of stuff because I don't like giving my dogs chemicals/poisons if I don't have to. Finally, I switched all my dogs to a raw prey model diet... the foster with the demodectic mange cleared up in 3-4 weeks. All her hair grew back and hasn't had any problems since. I fed according to the raw prey model diet and supplemented with the Salmon Oil for omega 3's.

If you absolutely won't try the raw diet, then I'd switch to Evo or another grain free food (since grains cause all kinds of skin issues in dogs...)

http://www.naturapet.com/brands/evo.asp

Good luck.

Hello,im new here and i seem to have a problem with my skin.?

2010-04-24T00:17:00.002-07:00

On my upper arms and upper legs i have these marks.My dermatologist told me its an ereditary skin illness(altough i have no ideea whom i got it from).Anyway he subscribed me 2 cream medicines.One i use at night before be time(this one is supposed to erase those marks ) while the second one which i use in the mornin should smoothen my skin.Its all so rigid still.I have the feeling this treatment has no effect.Anyway if any of you got these simptoms (i will search what this illness is called coz i forgot)please help me im desperate,im ashamed to show myself.Could it be from lack of sun because i dont really sunbath as a normal person would.

Hello,im new here and i seem to have a problem with my skin.?
mud mask
Reply:If you've given the treatment a fair trial and you feel it's not helping, let your doctor know so he can try something else that may be more effective for you. All medications don't work the same on all people. Good luck!
Reply:You did not tell us what the illness is, or what medication you are using (cream). Without more info, it is very hard to give you ideas.

If you have psoriasis, sun light can help that, but not to excess, not to tan. If you do, you might consider visiting www.psoriasis.org.

Second degree burn not healing?

2010-04-24T00:17:00.001-07:00

I have a second degree burn that doesnt seem to be healing. k this is the story 6 days ago i sat on a hot curling iron went to the er the put all the cream ad guaze they told me to. my burn is now pinkish and not much improvement from the first time i burnt it. followed up with a doctor and she told me to scrub off all the dead skin that grows over the pink spot. But the anitbacteria cream is preventing it from healing in my opinion. Kuz i feel like the skin that grows over my pink skin is like a scab but the doc told me to scrub it off. I dont feel like their telling me to do the right thing. i want to keep the cream on but not wash off all the dead skin kuz i think its forming a a scab. what should i do i dont think doctors dont always know best.

Second degree burn not healing?
get a second opinion from a plastic surgeon or a burns surgeon

email if you still have questions - send photos feedingthedogcustard@hotmail.com
Reply:Burns normally take much longer to heal. Follow the doctors orders. Anti-bacteria cream will not prevent your burn from healing.
Reply:Leave it alone! I had a second degree burn on my leg, and it took about 3 weeks for it to blister, drain and lose the dead skin. It healed nicely and there's no scar. (Using the cream they gave me and gauze, of course.)

If you scrub off the skin, it'll continue to hurt and wil scar.
Reply:I had a burn and had to go through therapy and they basically put me through the same thing except they also pulled the scabby looking stuff with tweezers. Eventually, I developed goose-bump looking spots in my burn and they grew together. That's the stuff you want to see in your burn. Not the scabby stuff... I was told that's were bacteria lives and breeds. Not cleaning it properly could lead to a bad infection!
Reply:I had a 2nd degree burn and it took 6 months to go away. Do what you think is right, but keep in mind that ER doctors see a lot of people with burns so they are probably telling you the right thing to do. Don't expect the burn to heal anytime soon. Just be patient!
Reply:Your doctor is a big idiot you should sue her lol.. i wish!

But anyway i had a similar 2nd degree burn but it was from the sun which is even worse. all the skin around my nose peeled off and sore pink skin came out. My mother told me to constantly but aloe verra on it .. (from the real plant)

You can go to fortinos and buy one i'm pretty sure.

It might take a week or two. Mine took a week and 3 days.

Why would you scrap off your skin? thats just adding extra damage to the pink skin and the scab trying to form.

The pink skin is brand new so it will need time to fade back to normal. Do not scrub it at all. The aloe will help the pink skin begin to go back to normal. Since you've been scrubbing for a week now you have to re start.

it will probably be about 4 days before you see major improvment. Buy this product but don't use it until the pink skin doesn't hurt anymore :Avene eeau thermal at a drugstore.

it's thermal spring water and it contains PH which normal skin contains. Pink skin doesn't have much ph as you can tell it's not white. Ph is what makes your actual skin the colour it is. If your black or brown it will make it go back to your skin colour.

Eat healthy to that may help your immune system to quicken healing(somone told me that and i think it works)

DON'T SCRUB ANYMROE OKAY!

if a scab goes over the pink skin let it be there for about 5 days then buy biore strips for blackheads and put it on your nose. It will take off the scab, I know you think this will prevent healing but it actually help the already new skin underneath breath. Now start using the thermal water. At this point the new pink skin will no longer be sore and it will begin to harden and not feel as soft. It will take 3-6 more days to completely go back to normal from this point.
Reply:i recommend using all natural topicals, as they're proven to work, because they've been used for thousands of years.

tea tree oil is an anticeptic.

honey is an anti-inflamatory.

aloe vera aids in healing burns.

also, there's an ointment you can buy that works really well, by Burt's Bees:

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/stor...
Reply:Guess everyone has an opinion.... here's what I tried and it worked with minimal scarring. See if you can get the real Aloe Vera plant juice (preferably from the plant, if not get as pure as they sell). After gently cleaning your wound, squeeze the Aloe, let as much as possible sit on the infected area. Take the Oil out of a Vit. E capsule (puncture with a sterilized pin, do that by heating up the tip with a lighter or match). Squeeze just a bit on top of the aloe juice. Gently, rub the two together with a sterile q-tip or cotton ball. Try to leave uncovered if possible, the air helps it heal faster. If not, put a VERY sterile gauze bandage, but a bit loose, so it doesn't soak up the mixture, plus it let's air get to it. I hope this helps... Good Luck, sweetie. And here's a big 'ol cyber hug to go with it...

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Now, doesn't it feel a little bit better? Good! @'~}

More Skin Questios and Issues please Help!?

2010-04-24T00:17:00.000-07:00

Okay well thanx to everyone who was giving me advice about ahcohol. But now i am a lil confused with everyones answers. Now i have another question about milk. I rink alot of milk it is rediculous.And my te-te (Aunt) went to a dermatologist and asked if drinking mikis good for the skin. And he said it isn't good. But i need a second opinion

More Skin Questios and Issues please Help!?
I don't think drinking milk has much to do with your skin, and don't see how it could hurt anything. It contains calcium and is certainly good for your bone development, so I would continue to drink it if you like it.

The skin under my eye in swelling!?

2010-04-24T00:16:00.002-07:00

Last night I was on the computer and my left eye is itching, so I was rubbing it for few seconds, after few minutes I noticed the skin below my eye is swelling! Its not very big, but I can feel it and it feel uncomfortable when I look down, So I gone to sleep and woke up around 1:30pm and its still swelling!

I haven't told my parent yet, since they are at work right now.

Should I worried about this? What should I do to make the swelling gone? Should go see an eye doctor? And I don't wear any glasses or contact lens.

Thanks so much!

The skin under my eye in swelling!?
Mine do this when my sinuses are acting up. Just try some ice to it and see what happens. If it doesnt hurt and there isnt any drainage just try ice. Maybe you will need a doc in the morning if the swelling is worse or symptoms change.
Reply:Did you eat anything unusual? Or get something like a cat hair, for example in your eye? Sounds like an allergic reaction. Take a benadryl and see if it goes down. If it gets really bad go to the hospital. And yes tell your parents.
Reply:Put a cold pack on your eyes and take two IBUPROFEN. They both work on swelling and inflammation.
Reply:Unless your eye is red, painful and/or itching, it probably isn't an allergy. If holding a cold washcloth to your eye doesn't help, Benadryl is available in pill form.

You might have strained your eye temporarily if you spent too much time online. Check with a parent before going to a doctor if the swelling remains by morning.
Reply:2 reduce the the puffiness of ur eyes,grate a potato;tie in a cloth and place the cloth over ur eyes for about 15 minutes than it will obviously go!

believe me it is wriiten in my beauty fandas.[i got it by sms - ciob to 57333.try this 1, i think it will help u in ur beaty problemss...]

Looking for a good skin firming lotion ??

2010-04-24T00:16:00.001-07:00

I have had 2 kids and after my last baby (which was bigger and carried all out in front) as I lose weight I am noticing I have some loose skin. It's not terrible but still it could use some firming. I figure if I find a good lotion now and use it while I'm losing the weight I can firm it back up gradually so when I'm back to where I want to be weight wise my skin will be firmer too. I know it can be done without surgery a girl I used to baby sit for lost sooooo much weight after her second baby that she weighed less than before pregnancy and she firmed her skin up without surgery unfortunately she moved away and I can't ask her what she used. Any advice?

Looking for a good skin firming lotion ??
oh sweetie can i relate: the best thing you can do is lose the weight slowly and i cant state enough how important exercise is especially some weight training, even 10 minutes a day, walk swim anything,,,you can buy so many firming creams but there's no magic one out there: If you were talking about your face I just found a great one by Loreal called "revitalift" it has 2 sides in it one is firming and the other moisturizer they come out at the same time, I worked in skin care and cosmetics practically my whole life at some high end dept stores and honestly, this has been the best for my face,,,good luck,,and don't be so hard on yourself (if you are) your going to get older gravity is going to take a toll no matter what you can do, don't get me wrong fight it, but don't let it control you,,,I hope i helped,,,,,

Firming up my tummy skin ??

2010-04-24T00:16:00.000-07:00

Questions about dry ice skin "burns"?

2010-04-24T00:15:00.001-07:00

I have small spots on my feet that I think might be dry ice burns so... first of all, do the spots show up on your skin immediately after it comes in contact with dry ice, and second, does it ever go away?

Questions about dry ice skin "burns"?
My question is how you got dry ice burns on your feet? Anyway, I think the spots would come right away because you just killed your skin cells. It should go away your body is good at healing many small injures. %26gt;.%26lt;

Second degree burn not healing?

2010-04-24T00:15:00.000-07:00

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I have a second degree burn that doesnt seem to be healing. k this is the story 6 days ago i sat on a hot curling iron went to the er the put all the cream ad guaze they told me to. my burn is now pinkish and not much improvement from the first time i burnt it. followed up with a doctor and she told me to scrub off all the dead skin that grows over the pink spot. But the anitbacteria cream is preventing it from healing in my opinion. Kuz i feel like the skin that grows over my pink skin is like a scab but the doc told me to scrub it off. I dont feel like their telling me to do the right thing. i want to keep the cream on but not wash off all the dead skin kuz i think its forming a a scab. what should i do i dont think doctors dont always know best.

IMP but if i stop putting the antibacteria on it how can i keep it from infection?

Second degree burn not healing?
give it time. My Dad got 2nd degree burns on his face and they just took time to heal.
Reply:Your skin is trying to heal itself by making new skin. It's coming up to the surface slowly. It takes a long time for any 2-3rd degree burn to heal. Just keep putting the cream on and don't touch it too much, besides cleaning once a day. If it becomes infected, you could be in alot of trouble. Most burn cases get worse because of infection. In fact, that's the number 1 reason in hospitals. I would put the cream on and some cover bandaid, and leave it alone. Besides monitering the healing, that's all you can do.
Reply:it would be a very foolish thing for anybody in Q%26amp;A who hasn't even seen the wound or knows anything else about you, to second guess what your medical caregivers are advising you to do. What I would advise you to do..... and what you really should have done...... is talk to the doctor who attended you, and ask him, or her to give you a complete explanation of the instructions that you have been given for the care of this burn. Anything you don't understand, ask the doctor to further clarify.

You say you don't think doctors always know best. I assure you that your medical caregivers know a lot better than total strangers in this forum. But the only w ay to get further explanation is to speak up and ask. Good luck, and speedy recovery.
Reply:Use neosporin. It doesn't hurt when you put it on. Also, if you have a scar left, then use Mederma.

Second time with allergic reaction to AJAX what can I do for the itch?

2009-11-20T02:55:00.001-08:00

Im 5 months pregnant I have never had an allergic reaction to anything in my life this is the second time I barely had a dab of ajax on my skin and I broke out once again Im itching like crazy and it sucks because Im a compulsive scratcher when I itch so I pretty much scar the heck out my arms I been doin it since I was a kid its very hard for me to stop believe me I try very very very hard not to scratch but its itching so bad I just dont know what to do for the itch anymore I just use a good hypoallergenic body wash and dont bother put anything on it . does that sound like a good idea and why is it all of a sudden I have an allergic reaction is it possible just cause Im pregnant that made it easier for it to happen?

Second time with allergic reaction to AJAX what can I do for the itch?
Did you ever have an allergic reaction to AJAX prior to your pregnancy??? If so, you are simply allergic to the chemical composition of AJAX. If not, it may be due to your pregnancy, but I'm no doctor. For treatment, you may wanna ask a pharmacist on what is good for your rash. Benadryl does wonders, but tends to leave you drowsy.
Reply:Baby lotion has always helped me. even if you get a sunburn
Reply:You can put calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream on it. You do need to get rid of all of those toxic chemicals and laundry products you are using especially with a baby coming. Most of those are registered pesticides. Switch to all natural products and take the old ones to a toxic waste recycling place in your area. Do not put the old products in the trash as they are considered toxic waste. Once you get rid of the old products thoroughly clean your house and clothes with the new products before the baby comes. If you are having that kind of a reaction just from your contact with it what do you think that would or is happening to you baby when he/she comes in contact with it or when you breathe the fumes in as you use the product? This is not an allergic reaction this is a chemical reaction you just had similar to a chemical burn. Think of you and your babies health and switch your products. Good Luck.
Reply:The best over the counter item for itching is 1% hydrocortisone cream. And, if you get it at Wal-Mart, it's like $2.
Reply:Yes you can develop allergies during pregnancy, they can disappear after the birth but sometimes they stay.

Bin all of the Ajax in your house and use a different product.

Reactions are unpredictable and different each time, it may just remain as a skin reaction or it could develop into a true allergy, swelling, wheezing, etc.

Does your skin turn a different color forever when you burn yourself?

2009-11-20T02:55:00.000-08:00

I had a second degree burn and the scab is falling off revealing pink skin.

Does your skin turn a different color forever when you burn yourself?
the skin underneath the scar is pink because it is fresh, new skin. It won't stay this color forever - within a couple of weeks you may not even be able to tell the that you had a burn, however with the severity of your burn it's possible the area will heal with scar tissue, which is usually lighter in pigment than the rest of your skin (whiteish) and does not tan like normal skin. There are several things recommended for helping to heal scars, but I would not apply any lotions to the burn until it has fully healed as this can trap in heat and increase the damage. Once it's fully healed, try Vit E cream/oil or Mederma, these have been shown to decrease scarring.
Reply:Use vitamin E. It'll help you not have a scar.
Reply:Neosporene should have been put on the burn a day after you burned it. This would have helped with the healing. Pink colored skin is a good sign. That is new skin developing. Let the scab fall on it's own. After the scab falls,start with vitamin E oil for the next 6-8 months. This will help fade the scar. The scar will always be there, just less noticeable. Depending where it is, the sun will also help fade it through the years. Just be patient.

yoga

Not your ordinary dry skin...?

2009-11-20T02:54:00.003-08:00

ok, ok, i know, go to a dermatologist.... but what if i dont want to spend the money just yet? so please if you can help me do so, and if you cant dont be rude just to get two points...

on my face (of all places) my skin is very dry, like it itches, and appears dry and flakey from the outside, but when you take a closer look and remove some of the dry skin, which comes off in larger chunks, it is moist.....

i went to the doctor for it one time and she gave me a steriodal creme... if i use it it works, the second i quit its like the d-day on my face....

what skin conditions show these symptoms?

-dry flakey skin

-moist where the skin was removed (disgusting i know but a fungus type thing)

-itchy

-chronic reaccurance

all and any help is appreciated.

thanks.

Not your ordinary dry skin...?
the best thing to beat dry skin is to have healthy habits and live a healthy lifestyle. since it sounds eczema to me try to follow these simple tips, it might be a great help in promoting fast skin healing and can make then skin healthy and clean.

- avoid perfumed skin care and body care products

- avoid extreme hot and cold weather conditions

- avoid keeping fingernails long

- avoid scratching the affected area

- avoid long baths

- avoid processed foods

- avoid skin irritants and allergens

- avoid clothes and material that are rough, course, scratchy and tight

- avoid activities that can make you sweat

- avoid smoking and alcohol drinking

- avoid scrubbing the skin

for more tips on good skin care visit http://www.skinsosilky.com
Reply:it sounds like ezema to me.

Anyone else pregnant having skin issue's ?

2009-11-20T02:54:00.002-08:00

Hi everyone I just wanted to ask I'm a few days away from going into my second trimester. All of a sudden like literally over night my skin has gotten really rough and blotchy, and red and breaking out. I drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. I mean before I got pregnant I had few break outs here and there and the occasional dry skin patch but never this nasty red blotchy skin all over my face, oh and all of a sudden these really dark circles under my eyes and I'm getting enough sleep. Anyone else going through this or went through this? Anyway to help clear and even, and smooth my skin back?

Anyone else pregnant having skin issue's ?
yes yes yes i am 19 weeks and thats sounds just like me talking!! what i have is Savlon to dry out the pimples and this other cream that you apply to dry skin i dont know what it is called but they just gave it to me in the Pharmacy! just go ask them adn they will give you all the right products, make sure you tell them you are pregnant

as for the eyes if you are still feeling tired then after getting enough sleep you may need to take iron tablets but you have to see you LMC first
Reply:More hormones are kicking in. Wash your face more often and I use an apricot scrub to help with the break outs. You may also want to get a lotion specifically designed for your face that will not clog your pores but will moisturize.
Reply:ohhhh my goodness girl let me tell you what..I soo feel ya...I am pregnant with my 5th and ohh my god I am like having such the same issue...I wish I could tell ya what would help, but I havent really found anything. I know anti bacterial stuff they say helps.
Reply:I didn't have what you have, but my skin is now allergic to lotions after my pregnancy! I know that's a symptom of pregnancy, what you described. Sorry, it should go away after your pregnancy!
Reply:my step mom does so no worries!
Reply:use skin moisturizer, cocoa butter

ivy

Did they cut to much skin off my sons penis?

2009-11-20T02:54:00.001-08:00

This is my second boy. When my first was circed they cut off the skin and tied a little plastic ring on on which fell off in about two weeks. The skin that was left touches and slightly covers the rim of the head.

My new son was circed by a certified RN midwife in the clinic and I was allowed in. After a nerve block she used a little steel cap over the head and pulled the skin through a hole in a clamp and trimmed it off. She said she had performed hundreds before so I felt confident with her and was curious how this was performed.

When she removed the clamp she just pushed the rest of the skin backwards on the shaft. She didnt put a little plastic ring on and said didn't need it. Now that he is almost a year old you can clearly see the cut line around middle of penis and about half an inch of very light colored skin from the cut line and the rim. There is not much slack at all with his circumcision unlike my older boy. Will this affect him as he grows? It just looks tight.

Did they cut to much skin off my sons penis?
Sadly, yes they took too much skin.

One important note "corrective surgery" is NOT A GOOD OPTION, too many of them just add more damage and scar tissue.

The foreskin normally provides the expansion room for the penis when it erects. Your son will have no room to grow. Most likely it will "borrow" skin from his scrotum to make up for some of the loss, this will give him a hairy shaft, that would not be too much of a problem for him but his mate may not like getting "bottle brushed" in her vagina.

He most likely will have tight feeling to painful erections when he is in his teens. His penis may become bent or distorted because the tight skin will restrict its growth.

Your son may benefit from foreskin restoration (non-surgical only) when he is older. There are tissue expansion methods many men have used to get back the room they need to be comfortable and some have even grown enough slack skin to form a sort of foreskin. This protects the glans and allows it to recover some of the lost sensitivity. He will have to do this on his own; the medical community doesn't seem to think that circumcision can cause any problems. Many men like me know that years of friction on our unprotected glans has left our penises with the same level of sensitivity as our elbows, not the best for intimate touch.

To the poster above: I am glad you think your son's circ looks so good; the most important thing about a boy's penis is that his mother thinks it looks nice, never mind if it will work the way it is supposed to when he tries to love his wife.
Reply:My son was circumcised this way and he hasn't had any problems. I have even been told by a couple of friends during diaper changes, that they really done a good circumcision on him. I think it looks good.
Reply:It actually sounds like quite a good circumcision, and no it won't effect him at all. You can't actually circumcise too much as the erections would stretch the skin to fit the penis. You can tell by those enourmously fat people that skin stretchs very easily.

Did they cut to much skin off my sons penis?

2009-11-20T02:54:00.000-08:00

This is my second boy. When my first was circed they cut off the skin and tied a little plastic ring on on which fell off in about two weeks. The skin that was left touches and slightly covers the rim of the head.

My new son was circed by a certified RN midwife in the clinic and I was allowed in. After a nerve block she used a little steel cap over the head and pulled the skin through a hole in a clamp and trimmed it off. She said she had performed hundreds before so I felt confident with her and was curious how this was performed.

When she removed the clamp she just pushed the rest of the skin backwards on the shaft. She didnt put a little plastic ring on and said didn't need it. Now that he is almost a year old you can clearly see the cut line around middle of penis and about half an inch of very light colored skin from the cut line and the rim. There is not much slack at all with his circumcision unlike my older boy. Will this affect him as he grows? It just looks tight.

Did they cut to much skin off my sons penis?
Don't panic...it sounds like a normal circumcision!
Reply:yes his skin will get stretch marks as he grows and because of erections but if they did take too much his penis may be bent when erect and will not be as long as it should be because the tightness will tend to tether the penis and he might have a turkey neck under the penis which is when the scrotal skin gets pulled forward due to a aggressive circumcision.other than that he should be fine.you could have a scrotal skin graft done to fix this or when he gets older he could use foreskin restoration to get more skin.if he is having any of these problems they can be fixed with more surgery.
Reply:Sadly, yes they took too much skin.

One important note "corrective surgery" is NOT A GOOD OPTION, too many of them just add more damage and scar tissue.

The foreskin normally provides the expansion room for the penis when it erects. Your son will have no room to grow. Most likely it will "borrow" skin from his scrotum to make up for some of the loss, this will give him a hairy shaft, that would not be too much of a problem for him but his mate may not like getting "bottle brushed" in her vagina.

He most likely will have tight feeling to painful erections when he is in his teens. His penis may become bent or distorted because the tight skin will restrict its growth.

Your son may benefit from foreskin restoration (non-surgical only) when he is older. There are tissue expansion methods many men have used to get back the room they need to be comfortable and some have even grown enough slack skin to form a sort of foreskin. This protects the glans and allows it to recover some of the lost sensitivity. He will have to do this on his own; the medical community doesn't seem to think that circumcision can cause any problems. Many men like me know that years of friction on our unprotected glans has left our penises with the same level of sensitivity as our elbows, not the best for intimate touch.

Did they cut to much skin off my sons penis?

2009-11-20T02:53:00.003-08:00

Odd skin disease -- or reaction -- or spider bite???

2009-11-20T02:53:00.002-08:00

I have had two breaking outs -- literally over night a large blister appears with a small cluster around it. The scar from the first one is about 1/2" diameter circle; I shaved it off in the shower, then 2 days later did the same thing and it went away. That was about 3 weeks ago.

A few days ago a second cluster appeared on the same arm, much lower. I'm planning to take this one to the doctor.

I have skin that is call icthyosis -- fish like and scaly; natural redhead with lots of freckles and super sensitive skin.

I thought the first one was a spider bite. I had no red marks indicating poison running up my arm, and the skin wasn't necrotic, so I ignored it. But now the second batch.

Do you know anything about something like this happening?

Odd skin disease -- or reaction -- or spider bite???
Hi Torit, I sent you a email I hope you get it, you answered my rash question yesterday about the antibiotic.

I think your rash, now that I read your question here is like mine too.

mine started with a spider bite, or so I thought, two little bites 1/3 inch apart, like fangs, on my lower inside leg, then it turned to round clear oozing itchy mess, and would get worse with skin to skin contact.

went to 4 doctors and was told ringworm, psoriasis, eczema, poison oak, dermatitisis, allergic reaction, stress... I have had biopsy and blood tests, to no availe. I hope this helps and you can write me at:

http://www.myspace.com/taradiddle

and let me know what you find out, good luck to you too!
Reply:I think taking it to a doctor is a good idea.

Could be an insect bite or another kind of allergic reaction. But the reaction is scary enough that you should get it checked out if you don't have a good idea what it is.

Good news is that it doesn't sound like anything serious or life-threatening, but you really need a doctor to tell you for sure.
Reply:For what it's worth - ichthyosis is rare - and whilst there's no special "treatment" - lubricants, emulsifiers, bath oils can help. Soap apparently makes the condition worse and should be avoided. You are obviously correct to get proper medical advice. I would have thought spider bites are extremely rare - and the likelihood it's your inherited icthyosis flaming up again.
Reply:I agree with you %26amp; Warren. Taking it to a doctor for competent medical evaluation is the most prudent thing to do.

Just a guess here: Perhaps you were scratching it in your sleep %26amp; scratched it so hard %26amp; long that you developed a blister (based on your skin sensitivity %26amp; a possible allergic reaction)? Check under your fingernails for loose/dead skin cells %26amp; that could reveal part of the problem. The unanswered question being what caused you to scratch so?

Best of luck in this %26amp; hope it turns out as something minor.
Reply:Don't panic but it might be time to look up key words... . . . . .'bed bugs' (Harvard Study). Use Google. Be sure to read it BEFORE yanking up the box spring (or you WILL be sorry you didn't). You're going to need the Kirby for this one.
Reply:Just go to a Dermatologist and they will probably do a biopsy on it. A spider bite is most likely the last thing it is but I guess its always a possibility.
Reply:do you have a white circle in the center? If so then what you have is ring worm.Do you have a dog? Ring worm can be passed to you by pets. If not then I'm really not sure what it is.
Reply:My oldest daughter has a skin condition similar to yours. Our family doc has it. Anyway, that was a small way of saying; I understand.

When my daughter was 5 she had the same thing happen, yes we went to the doctor, and it turned out to be shingles. Essentially shingles is the adult form of chicken pox.

Being that I am not a doctor I would suggest seeking a medical opinion.

Shingles look like spider bites, that's what I thought mine were when I got them, but alas no. So don't scratch, use Calamine or Benedryl if they itch, and make an appt.

Also, if they do itch, soaking in an Epson Salts bath may help.

Good luck =)
Reply:Sounds like Impetigo - where you had a small 'bite' pimple or something and it gets infected (crusty part)

You should just head to the MD because it won't go away

I'd keep it clean with alcohol or peroxide and apply a trace of antibiotic ointment until you get to the MD.

Good Luck.
Reply:I believe that you may also have a condition called Hidradenitis Supprativa.of re-occurring boils/ cysts/abscesses , that are often misdiagnosed as ingrown hairs, herpes, being unclean or over wieght and folliculitis. This is a newly diagnosed skin condition , but there is a lot of info out there. It shows up in people that have other health problems.... its worth a check out.

Here is a link :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hidradeniti...

or the HS_USA page is ..

http://www.hs-usa.org/hidradenitis_suppu...

If this sounds like it might be you, READ it, PRINT it out, and TAKE it to your DOC.

Its better to try to start treatment soon, it can spread over the body if left untreated. These boils can become quite large and painful. Sometimes even lasting for weeks or months , do not attempt to POP them they can then tunnel under your skin and spread all over the body. Most common areas are armpits, groin, binkni line, inner legs, and intimate places and basically anywhere that sweats and rub against clothing. Stress is a big inducer.

There is a support group at MSN

http://groups.msn.com/HidradenitisSuppor...

This is also a link to a PDF of a study in Germany about HS and if it is genetic... I thought it was intresting :

http://www.hs-foundation.org/pdf/2000_Cl...

and a yahoo one, and I am open for questions!

I have had this for 8 years, I was misdiagnosed for a LONG time, It was very embarrassing, painful and scary. I am just trying to help out so you don’t have to wait as long as I did.

Currently I have 5 , 2 next to each other on my right inner groin. 2 in my upper HAIR area, and 1 med sized on my butt on the panty line, and they do come every week or so. I find that certian foods, not having a regular showering regimen, wearing clothing that irratiates the area.. and STRESS usually are a precusor to getting one.

I also prefer to use NEXCARE bandages.. there are 2 kinds I like for comfort and stay put reasons..

the first is like a clear bandaid.... soft on the edges with a small area of bandage... helps with those buggers when they are on bikni line.. usually stay for me.. or occasionally on my inner thigh for those I like the foamy sponge like ones that are beige in color.. I think they are 3M.
Reply:Try the source below for some skin rash information.

www.healthy-skincare. com/diagnose-my-skin-rash.html
Reply:Be careful and do not delay

Please go to a dermatologist.

Help! I want to have clear skin! Any advice???

2009-11-20T02:53:00.001-08:00

I've never had bad skin until my junior year in high school. I'm a second semester senior now and I still have the bad skin! I know it's not due to stress because I'm barely doing any work in school. Most of my breakouts are on my cheeks and forehead. I get little bumps instead of ones that are big and red! I think they're blackheads but I don't know how to get rid of them. My skin becomes dry very easily and perscriptions don't help. Any advice would be MUCH appreciated.

Help! I want to have clear skin! Any advice???
Old remedies that worked for me--benzoyl peroxide was too drying and left my skin really red and irritated--were sulfur and recorsinol (sp?). An old sulfur cream still on the market is Acnomel. (Sulfur is slightly drying and an noninflammatory so you never get big, red pimples). Salicylic acid (which is great at dissolving blackheads) is usually with resorcinol. Almay makes a tube of cover-up with these ingredients in at least three shades. It really covers well, too. Good luck! I know how you feel!
Reply:Proactiv works wonders. definitely try it out if you're willing to pay for it.
Reply:Neutrogena (how ever you spell it) oil free acne wash or use Clean %26amp; Clear Advantage Acne Spot Treatment.....which can be found at Wal-Mart. Less than $10
Reply:blackheads and whiteheads only really go away if you pop them.

i agree proactive is great, and i use it with natures cure.
Reply:google apple cider vinegar and acne works great.... also try vitamin b5 google that for acne as well
Reply:im in esthtics and md formulations is gret for bumps used the face and body scub and a light moisturizer and go get extration at a spa
Reply:Proavtiv. It works for me and it works quickly. I saw results within a week.
Reply:Heh,

Now, I wouldn't normally answer this type of question... however this past weekend my niece told me about something she does, that although sounds weird has amazing results. Give it a try... it can't hurt.

Pour a tablespoon of sugar into your palm, then add some Lemon juice, mix into paste, apply to face / hands, rub in.

It will feel rough (exfoliating) work in, until you feel quite sticky, then rinse off. Your skin will feel amazingly smooth (like a baby's butt) and it will be super clean.

How do i get rid of oily skin?

2009-11-20T02:53:00.000-08:00

my skin gets soooooooooo oily during the day at school. I have to go to the bathroom and use clean and clear pads to remove it. They work, but I'm sick of running to the bathroom the second the bell rings. How can I make my skin not get so oily? I wash it every day, twice a day...in the morning before school and at night before bed. Please help! Thanks :-)

How do i get rid of oily skin?
I actually make a paste out of baking soda and water and scrub my face gently with it. Then I use my usual cleanser and moisturizer. It works really well, but don't forget to moisturize.
Reply:For the best results go to a dermatologists they can give good advice!!!!!!
Reply:use an oil free moisturizer and then or go to ur dermatolagist
Reply:You are probably using too much cleanser, make up, or a bad cleanser. Try a mineral based cleanser and don't put on too much.
Reply:so i agree with going to a dermatologist, but in the mean time if those clean and clear wipes are not working try papers (yes the kind you use to roll joints,) yes i know its a waste but they work AMAZING!!!
Reply:try not to wash your skin in HOT water cause it tend to open your pores or if you want

when you take a bath use hot water but before you end your bathing session wash your self with cold water to make your pores close
Reply:Neutragena, oil free acne wash works perfect your skin turns soft and smooth, take it from expeirence!
Reply:clean %26amp; clear Persa-Gel 10

only if u have REALLY oily skin

works soo good if u do..u will not feel one bit of oil all day
Reply:An oily skin , as the name implies, is one in which the sebaceous or oil-producing glands are over active. As surface grease tends to attract dirt, an oily skin acquires a dirty surface film , that needs to be removed daily. For more details log to http://useinfo-oilyskin.blogspot.com/
Reply:Even oily skin needs a moisturizer, but choose a light, watery fluid; this will be enough for your skin. Allow the moisturizer to sink in well and then absorb the excess with a tissue to prevent shine.check out http://tipsfromruby-skincare.blogspot.co...

Belly ring pierced with too little skin :((?

2009-11-20T02:52:00.002-08:00

hey i had my belly button pierced...this is the second time. I feel like they didnt grab enough skin when they pierced it and i feel like i cant wear heavy rings or it will rip out...am i just being paranoid or so i really be concerned? It really looks like its too little skin and the ring pulls it down even more. Is there anything that will somewhat close the hole b/c i think that will help it have a tighter hold on the ring...thank you!!!

Belly ring pierced with too little skin :((?
i have my belly pierced too, what you should do is not wear any heavy belly rings for now so the hole can get smaller %26amp; tighter. If you got it professionally done then they should know what they're doing, but if you're seriously concerned, go back and show them and ask if they could possibly repierce it for free after you let it close again. Say that it feels like it's going to rip off and you're worried. Don't take it out until you talk to them though , if they deny to do it again for you, just don;t wear anything heavy until the hole gets smaller. Mines is fine but my friends is somewhat how you're describing yours and she's wearing something lighter for the mean time and it is getting smaller.
Reply:um you should got o a nother piercing shop and have tem look at it and see what they say
Reply:iF YOUR REALLY CONCERNED GO TO A DIFFERENT PIECER AND ASK THEIR OPINION THEY WILL TELL YOU IF IT WAS DONE RIGHT IF NOT YOU MAY HAVE TO LET IT CLOSE AND REDO IT
Reply:go to where you got it pierced, and tell them that it is not done right that its hurting you and you cant wear any rings , tell them to give you your money back and go somewhere else and get it done

paper bush

Constipation, gas & skin allergy?

2009-11-20T02:52:00.001-08:00

First thing :- I have been suffering from Constipation since childhood. My age is 25 now. Around 6-7 years back, I got gas trouble and skin allergy problem. At that time it was little trouble. But now, it has increased very much. It makes rashes on my skin throughout the whole day, like when mosquito bites. Then it disappears within 1/2 or 1 hour. Again it will appear after 2-3 hours then will disappear within 1/2 hour or 1 hour until I take some medicine for allegy.

I don't understand is this food allergy or anything else. Also

Whenever I stick some bandage to my skin, and I remove it, it leaves big rashes.

Second thing :- My constipation problem is much less now because I m very cautious about my food and don't take dinner at night also. But I don't know why Gas occurs. It definitely happens in the morning when I take dinner at night. It pains in my left side stomach too much and makes sound from there, instead of passing through rectum. It is too embarassing.

Thanks

Constipation, gas %26amp; skin allergy?
aloe vera does relieve constipation. It is a very good fiber rich antoxidant. As such it helps in easing constipation. Aloe is good for a number of other ailments as well.Aloe Vera also contains aloin, which in small dosages acts as a natural laxative.

i recommend Arbomin-Plus(Namyang Aloe)!!!

I'm 5 weeks pregnant with my second child, why am I already showing?

2009-11-20T02:52:00.000-08:00

I'm worried that I might be pregnant with twins. I'm 5'5" about 110lbs and this is my second pregnancy. I lost all my baby weight from the first pregnancy, still had very little extra skin, but I looked skinny. Now with my second one I'm already showing and it's not because I'm bloated, I can tell the difference. My pants don't fit me already. I did have a very easy first pregnancy, but this one is already kicking my butt big time. The fatigue, nausea, very very sore breast, everything, but vomiting. I didn't start experiencing this symptoms until my 3 month with my daughter and I didn't start showing until the 5th month. Could I be pregnant with twins??

I'm 5 weeks pregnant with my second child, why am I already showing?
You are probably pregnant with a dinosaur, be carefull
Reply:Maybe. But you might not be. Maybe your body just knows that you're pregnant again because you've experienced it before. My mom didnt start showing until her fourth month with my older sister. But with me she started showing in her 2nd month. And one of my coworkers had a very easy first pregnancy and her second one was hard. She was hanging over the toilet all the time (she doesnt have twins btw). See your doctor-s/he will be able to tell how many babies are in there.
Reply:My Mum actually has told me your second child will always be bigger than the first and you start showing a lot sooner than you did with your first child.
Reply:Every pregnancy is different.

With my second child, I was showing earlier. It is really because your abdomen muscles "remember" and start stretching earlier. I could tell sooner. as I could feel my uterus was hard and I also gained more weight with the second. You really can't compare pregnancies. Just as each child is different, so will your pregnancy be different.

Congratulations!
Reply:Each pregnancy is different, it's probably nothing to worry about. Apart from bloating which you say its not, it could also be from constipation if your bowel habits have changed.

Don't worry, no two are the same.
Reply:hey there.

with my first pregnancy i didnt start showing untill about 5mths.

with my second i showed at i would say about 10-12 weeks i got big alot quicker than with my first daughter.

i am now pregnant with my third baby and i showed at probably ablout 8-10 weeks, and i am now 28 weeks and my tummy has been measuring 4 weeks bigger, its because your body has done it before and has allready been streached its much easier on your body the second time.

good luck and congratz
Reply:the muscle is a bit loose
Reply:I am 5 weeks pregnant with my third and have the exact same symptoms. I am in maternity clothes. I went to the doctor yesterday and had a ultrasound and there was 2 sacs he said it wasn't for positive if it was twins or not, but now I'm not for sure. I go back to the doctor in 2 weeks to see for sure. Since you have the same symptoms. Just let me know how things go. Good luck!
Reply:Your muscles were stretched out with your first pregnancy, meaning that with your second you will show earlier. Probably NOT twins. Wait until your third pregnancy, you'll be in maternity pants by your 4th week! Best of luck, hon. What a blessing!
Reply:Do twins run in your family? help getting pregnant (drugs)? if answer to those are no then probably not carrying twins. Being this is your second child, you body already knows the changes needed. You also said your first was a girl, maybe this one is a boy..EACH PREGNANCY IS DIFFERENT, no two are alike. I know with my girls I did not show early, but with my boys I showed by 2-3 months.. No reason to stress out over it, just be happy and healthy.
Reply:The abdomen is used to being stretched and relaxed from pregnancy number 1 and the hormones it produced. The muscles have a 'memory'.

With pregnancy number 2, the hormones are also released and these muscles respond by relaxing, just as they learned to do the first time.

When they relax, the abdomen appears to be enlarging and 'showing' sooner.

CONGRATULATIONS!!
Reply:Could be do twins run in either of your families? Congratulations. an ultrasound will tell. you may just ghave a big baby... I showed early on my second. but my third was easier to hide.. go figure... i had hoped for twins it could be a blessing and a real hard time... lots of luck.....
Reply:I don't know if you are having twins, but it is not uncommon to show earlier the next time around, and remember every preg is different.
Reply:It is perfectly normal to start showing substantially earlier on your 2nd, 3rd, etc pregnancies because the uterus already has "learned" how to stretch to accomodate the pregnancy. Plus since you are small built, it makes it even more likely to start showing earlier. Twins is always a possibility, but I wouldn't assume you have twins because you are showing already and feeling sicker. Morning sickness not only varies in severity from person to person, but also pregnancy to pregnancy. So while you didn't get sick your first pregnancy, that doesn't mean that you wouldn't be in others.

Also, it's very normal for new expectant mothers to have the "I'm wondering if I'm having twins" thoughts - I did early on in my pregnancy, and all my friends that I know who have been pregnant thought that at some point also.

Good luck, and I hope you start feeling better.
Reply:I completely understand what you are going through. I am 7 weeks with my second and yes my pants no longer fit and my stomach is pouching already. Yes it is probably possible that it could be twins. But i do feel your pain. My breasts feel like fifty pound bags of wet sand. Heavy, sore....I cant stop throwing up or peeing. And i have heart burn that is really killing me. When i was pregnant with my son i started showing around three months. But i am in the same boat as you, I think i am having twins. Good luck.
Reply:...or maybe triplets!!!!!!!!ahhhhhhh
Reply:you show earlier with subsequent pregnancies because your body has already been through having a baby. each pregnancy is differnt no matter how many kids you have. what you may have gone through with your first you may not go through with this one. don't worry about having twins until your dr tells you you're having twins.
Reply:its a boy
Reply:when i pregnant with my twins i start showing at 7-8 weeks so i could be or maybe not, but if it is good luck!!!!!
Reply:Every pregnancy is different if you are concerned go see your obgyn.
Reply:Thats normal, im on my first and i am already showing , doctor says its normal and he told me not to worry about it

congrats on the baby ,
Reply:It is possible they are twins but it can still be a possibility that you may just feel bloated. I am currently 12 weeks pregnant and the doctor told me to cut down my food intake because I was increasing 2 kilos a week ever since my 4th week. I had a 3D (forgot the term) and saw a tiny baby inside me during my 7th week. the doctor said my weight is due to my fatigue. I sleep a lot and eat a lot. And because I don't vomit and exercise, I gained too much.

Hope this helps you answer your query...
Reply:Are you good looking?
Reply:it could be twins. however, with my second child i showed earlier too. it's the way it is. every pregnacy is different. remember that. also, you could have more stress in your life...or you could be having a boy. the very sore breast is because your body knows to produce milk already because of your first pregnacy....with each pregnacy you are going to be even more tired...each one takes alot from your body. take your prenatals. this does wonders for your body. think positive and this will help ease the symptoms...rest...bland foods...like crackers...juice....broth...jello..so forth. also, not to scare you or anything...but studies have also shown that sometimes these symptoms can be a sign that you will miscarry...talk with your doctor and ease your worries girl. :)

good luck.
Reply:I have 3 kids and I know quite a bit about pregnancy. The first time your body is firm and you do not see much different but the second baby you see your body change so much plus you nausea, fatigue because, you have to feed the first baby and having 2 kids at the same time. Your body are working hard and the stress level is high. You need to rest more and allow your body to heal. You should check about your diet and then you can analyze your situation better. Your first kid you are exciting but, your second you are tired. I urge you to check with the doctor and have an ultra sound to make sure. The OBGYN will be able to tell. Good luck and I feel your pain. Please do not afraid to ask your friend a favored if you need it. Please prepare you first child to accept your new born because, the first kid is always jealous about the new born unless you prepare he or she.

Isn't it absurd to say that Obama only gets attention because of the color of his skin?

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when for centuries, we have been refusing to take people seriously as potential leaders because of the color of their skin?

Obviously, Obama is not just a Black candidate.

Attention because of his skin color lasts about 5 seconds. If he had nothing to say, the attention would last no longer than that.

Isn't it absurd to say that Obama only gets attention because of the color of his skin?
If nothing else, he's a very intelligent man. We could use a guy like htat in the white house. I like him even though he's liberal, and that's saying a lot.
Reply:he is getting attention from the liberal media because he is black and he is a fresh face, he is nothing great, if he were white the attention would not be there
Reply:He is the leading Black candidate and the Black vote is really strong here in America. Don't discount the race card.
Reply:He doesn't have anything to say, and if he were White, the Press would ignore him like they are Edwards !
Reply:he looks like a Black Panther
Reply:Perhaps we need to fill a quota by electing a black president?
Reply:His nonstop media coverage is because of his skin color..

Obamas talking points and beliefs are no different then the other socialist candidates...But he gets more attention from the media doesn't he?
Reply:People who discuss his color or Hillary's gender do so to avoid discussing the real issues. They are afraid the cocamaime idas of the opposition to Obama and Clinton may be exposed for what they are and whoever wins the Democratic nomination will pull anothe Lyndon Johnson and win by a landslide bringing coat tail Democratic victories in both houses of Congress with them.
Reply:I wouldn't care if he was orange with purple spots,his politics stink.
Reply:OF COURSE Obama is getting attention because he's black! It's also because he's young, he's mild manored, and because the democrats DESPERATELY need a new face to lead the democratic party. Unfortunately he will play second fiddle to Hillary Clinton because right now a woman president is more of a liklihood than a black president. Which is why he will end up being her running mate.
Reply:Paris Hilton continues to get press even though she has nothing to say.

Nick Lachey is taken somewhat seriously as a singer because he is very good looking.

Black is hip in some circles. Being black is opening doors that otherwise would be shut. You can't honestly tell me that people aren't intrigued with Obama because he is black.
Reply:In the first place he is not just black he did have a white mother and who Care's what color he is if he can heal this country after 8 years of Bush we need some one who Care's about all the people not just the very very rich and how to keep them that way at any exp sen
Reply:No, it isn't absurd. It's correct. He has done absolutely zero. He gets attention because of the color of his skin and because the Democrats apparently believe that Kerry didn't look ENOUGH like Frankenstein's monster.
Reply:seems like the politcal arm of the White League, Aryan Nations and the KKK are the only ones making Senator Obama's race an issue.

Leave it to the GOP to drag out the race card every single time.

daphne

Is GREEN the Second most Dominant Eye Color in the AFRICAN race? How Come U Never See ASIANS with GREEN EYES?

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since black folks have more melanin in their skin,

brown is the first dominant color , (then second comes green, from what i've heard and seen)

but asians (e.i-japanese,chinese)

who are lighter skin (less melanin)...

How come u never see asians with NATURAL green eyes? (NOT bi-racial, but an actual Asian excluding pakistani etc....because some black folks aren't bi-racial and they have green eyes)

* why i mentioned the MELANIN part, is cuz i read, the more melanin u have, the greater chance ur eyes will be dark (brown)

Is GREEN the Second most Dominant Eye Color in the AFRICAN race? How Come U Never See ASIANS with GREEN EYES?
my eyes are hazel
Reply:Do you not remember that famous National Geographic magazine cover with the Green eyed Afghan girl?

Green eyes are common with Africans who are along the coastal areas due to mixing etc. African Americans with green eyes have a white ancestor somewhere on the family tree.
Reply:hmm just about everone i know has brown eyes-all blacks and asians i know or have seen have naturally brown eyes-the only person i know with colored eyes is my brother: )
Reply:ermmm i dunno u kno lol im pakistani and i have hazel/green/light brown eyes and i also have irani,afgahni and turkish ancestors...but i dunno bout east asian's cuz pakistani's have green eyes and stuff and east dont i dunno why tho.if u look at us and japanese ppl u wouldn't believe that were the same race cuz we dont look alike do we?

Repair of Custom-made Snake-Skin Cowboy Boots?

2009-11-20T02:51:00.001-08:00

While on vacation in New York City I was fortunate enough to stumble upon a pair of hand-made custom snake skin (cobra) cowboy boots at a very upscale second-hand store. The craftsmanship is excellent, they fit great and from my best estimate, the boots were likely made sometime in the 70s.

There is some slight wear to the snake skin in several small areas. Otherwise, the boots are in very good condition.

My questions are:

(1) Where can I go to have the boots repaired? The scales are pealing around the scuffs, and I don't want the damage to get any worse. Can snakeskin boots be repaired? What qualifications should I look for in a shoe repair shop?

(2) What are some care tips that I need to know in order to make a pair of cowboy boots last the rest of my life?

(3) Can I treat the boots with leather water-proofing spray, or is there a better way to protect the boots from the elements? Is it safe to use any treatment on the snake-skin portion?

Thanks to anyone who can help!

Repair of Custom-made Snake-Skin Cowboy Boots?
Two things that are the hardest on an exotics are dirt and drying out...They need to be kept clean, and I would do what I did on a pair of boas that I had. I cleaned them carefully (don't moisturize them yet) and used a little spray adhesive to glue the scales back down...hold them down with your fingers until you know they aren't going to curl back up...then use the spray conditioner just for that purpose, exotics conditioning...that is all you can really do and all that you really should do to the skins...just keep them clean and moisturized with the right stuff. I even used a thin point, magic marker after gluing and before conditioning to fill in the right colors where it looked like none of the scales were missing...they don't look half bad.
Reply:you need to find a leatherware company that will fix them or just a local shoe repair guy (hard to find though--think it's a dying art). i don't know that they can be fixed, but you need one of those old local guys that have been around forever.

good luck.
Reply:They will tare(sp?) REALLY easy if they are dry! You can get a boot spray for snake skin books. ONLY use the conditioner for snake skin boots. It is really hard to fix the snake skin if it is riped or peeling off. The key to keeping skinned boots is to keep the moisturized!! If I were you I would find some one who does snake boots not just a leather boot man. They are differnt in the fixing of the boot! If you are going to keep a pair of boots for life, you need to condition the boots once a month. If you wear them often then every few weeks. Not saddle soap or oil. The right condtioner for the type of boots that you own!
Reply:any good shoe/boot repair shop can work on your boots however scales peeling are usually not repairable but if you keep them well moisturised they will last a long time without coming off..mostly you will need them resoled and again a good shoe/boot repair shop will be good..dont treat your boots with a waterproof spray!use a good quality boot butter with a clear polish or one that matches the color of the boots keep them clean and they will last you a lifetime

Is there any way to get rid of the wrinkly skin on the belly after 2 pregnancies?

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With my first I didn't have a problem but I got alot bigger with my second and have a little bit of wrinkly skin under my belly button. any suggestions?

Is there any way to get rid of the wrinkly skin on the belly after 2 pregnancies?
You can do breathing exercise for stomach. You can use cocobutter cream that will help reduce wrinkles.Any milky cream will help.
Reply:Abdominoplasty and good surgeon should do the trick.
Reply:sounds like stretch marks.. try putting lotion on it.. strivectin is a good brand. or anything with elastic in to help tighten the skin again... but if its stretch marks, u might need microdermabrasion or a chemical peel to rid of the top layer of the bad skin to help new, firm skin grow in.. or try a tummy tuck. if u have lots of weight in ur stomach, it will take all the fat away and the wrinkles

Help for really bad skin during pregnancy?

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I am 14 weeks pregnant with number 2, and just like with the first my skin is out of control! I have got acne on almost every inch of my face, especially on my forehead and around my mouth. When not pregnant, I have great skin that rarely breaks out unless I sleep with my make-up on for a couple of nights. With my first child, my skin cleared up almost as soon as the second trimester started. At this point, I don't think it's going to get better any time soon! PLEASE RECOMMEND SOMETHING!!

*I have tried Pro Active while pregnant and before, and it does not affect my skin (when not pregnant, it actually caused me to break out when I forgot to use it a couple of times), so please don't suggest it!

Help for really bad skin during pregnancy?
ProActiv isn't recommended during pregnancy anyway...not because of what it does to your skin, but what is, or can be absorbed.

Gentle soap and water and remember to moisturize with a light moisturizer designed for oily skin. Dried out skin will not help acne. If you cleared up in second trimester last time, chances are pretty good it will happen again...hang in there!
Reply:I've had to deal with acne since being pregnant too (24 weeks now). I tried a couple things, but finally went with Cetaphil skin cleanser. It's very gentle, but my face still feels clean without dryness (my skin is usually very dry). I also use St Ives medicated apricot scrub-I've just always liked to exfoliate daily. I think this helped my skin calm down a bit. I do still have blemishes periodically (at least once every 1-2 weeks), but it doesn't cover my whole face and look so bad.
Reply:Wash your face in the morning and at night. Also make wear a minimal amount of make-up, which I know is hard since usually we try and cover up all the blemishes. Make sure the make-up that you are using is oil-free and try maybe for sensitive skin. And drink more water. But thats about it.
Reply:I wouldn't use proactive.

I would look in the natural section of your local drug or grocery store and buy soaps, shampoos and lotions that are natural. This may not completely solve your issue but it will keep from causing more flareups.

If that doesn't work it might be best to see a dermotologist I'm sure there are safe products or at least remedies to help you out.

Best of luck...
Reply:My face hardly ever broke out before I got pregnant, then with all the hormones and what not it got bad.. The only thing I have found that helps is Nutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser, and St Ives Apricot Scrub...I usually wash my face when I wake up, in the shower, and before I go to bed. I don't wear a lot of make up but I have heard that if you wear make up trying i.d. bareMinerals, is a good choice especially while pregnant because it is oil free and even safe enough to sleep in.

camellia

What is folded skin detection in a Mammogram?

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Recently my wife (40 years old) had a mammogram and they are going to give her a second reading because of the detection of "folded skin" in her right breast. What is folded sin?

What is folded skin detection in a Mammogram?
This simply means that when the breast was compressed, there was a fold in the skin. Mammographers should smooth out folds as the compression plate starts applying pressure on the breast. A fold of skin on the mammogram can hide pathology, so the radiologist just wants a better picture. It does not indicate anything is wrong.

I just got a prescription for Hydroquinone 4%. which is a skin bleach.?

2009-11-20T02:50:00.001-08:00

I just asked my GP if I could try it as I've had not success with the 2% over the counter. My concern is that it will make my pigmentation age spots darker??? Has anyone had any luck with hydroquinone. I have very fair skin with age spots. This is my second night of putting a thin layer on.

Thanks.

I think some high priced skin care products has it in it like Obagi.....

What does anyone think of this.

thanks

I just got a prescription for Hydroquinone 4%. which is a skin bleach.?
Make sure you hydrate your skin with lotion and wear sun block every day even when you are not on the sun.

Use Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry -Touch SPF 55 non greasy, won't clog your pores and is gentle enough for sensitive skin. Make sure it contains 3% Avenzone . It cost between $7.00 - $14.00 and it comes in 3oz or 6 oz. If you don't your pigmentation will come back stronger. Since your skin will be unprotected. If you can't find this try finding something similar. Also drink more vitamin C no more than 1,000 mil per day.

Wound vac and skin graft?

2009-11-20T02:50:00.000-08:00

Ok so I currently have a wound vac on my shin. I have about a six inch long by 2 1/2 inch wide wound on my shin that is pretty deep. I am suppose to have surgery tomorrow to close the wound with a skin graft. My parents have cancelled the surgery so I can get a second opinion (even though I am almost 20 years old) what is this second opinion for? I really wanna have the skin graft done. Will they not ever do a skin graft?

Wound vac and skin graft?
I'm not quite sure what your parents might be thinking. Usually a vac is put on a wound to drain out infection before closing it. Perhaps your parents aren't convinced that the infection has cleared up yet?

Your best bet would be to ask your parents directly as to why they want a second opinion. They have a reason for it I'm sure, which by rights they should share with you.

lady slipper

Why does my skin do this?

2009-11-20T02:49:00.003-08:00

I'm mixed with Irish, Native American, and African-American. So my skin complextion can be compared best probably to a Hispanic person. If I touch skin on my hand or arm, my skin will turn yellow ( a bit darker than the color of a potato chip) for a few seconds and then the red and brown pigments fade back in. If someone where to grab my arm, it would leave the skin yellow for a few seconds then it would fade back to its regular color. Why?

Why does my skin do this?
That's not caused by your genetic origins. When you apply pressure on a certain part of your skin, you remove blood from that area so the skin gets brighter for a few moments. If that effect lasts for a while It can be a symptom of poor circulation...

Skin Whitening.?

2009-11-20T02:49:00.002-08:00

Let me tell you something. Whenever I get a tan, my skin STAYS tan. Recently, there's this big swimming competion which I took part in. [Won second place out of 10 btw. WHOOT.] My skin looks ROASTED. I swear. Not tan. Tan is a pleasant mix of brown caramel colors. Mine is just brown and black. Ew right? How can I get my skin to look whiter fast? I've been using lotions but it doesn't seem to work. I feel like I have to wait a month before it gets a slight shade whiter. Plus I don't like to use creams because I have sensitive skin so even if I get my arms and legs lighter my face will still be the same. How can I get my face lighter?

And get this. When I use sunblock I get DARKER. The professional swimmers I've worked with shared with me that they don't use sunblock. They said it prevents sunburns, not skin darkening. True enough, when I didn't use it, my skin didn't get as dark. Sheesh. What to do what to do?

Skin Whitening.?
Look for Ponds or Nivea whitening products in your stores, they are effective. Look for any of the following proven effective whitening ingredients: licorice, arbutin, vit. C, retinoic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid.

You can also check out our website as we offer an extensive line of safe and proven effective whitening line, made for your specific skin needs. All products are dermatologist-tested and BFAD approved.

Results will be much faster if you use whitening soap, creams and lotions regularly. Licorice and arbutin are recommended for very sensitive skin types.

http://asianskincare.wetpaint.com/page/I...
Reply:try fair and lovely

it works
Reply:I don't know why you're so afraid to look darker. It's not unusual, and a lot of people think it's beautiful. Just look at all the black supermodels on tv.

Anyway, your skin is getting darker because you have a lot of the brown type of melanin in your skin. Your body produces more of it when you are in the sun a lot to protect you from skin cancer. If you don't want to look dark, try only swimming at indoor meets and staying away from sunlight. Sound irrational? It is.
Reply:wow DG us beaners have the same problem also dont get so offensive, just eat a rib and relax.
Reply:try sunless dile tanners so that you can chose the color you want to be
Reply:I'm willing to help. If you go here I answered this person with a list of lightening/brightening products.

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?...
Reply:I'm Asian and I have the same problem as you. There's only one way to get your face whiter, and that's to use whitening masks and whitening products. Shiseido WhiteLucent cleanser, toner and moisturiser is GREAT for whitening, and for me, I could see the results in about 10 days after I started using it. Also, you could try using a sunblock product from Asia. Asians want to stay whiter and generally their sunblocks have more ingredients in it to whiten the skin and stop the skin from tanning. You should try www.sasa.com and look for whitening products there.

Also to clarify one point, it might just be a coincidence with those professional swimmers that they don't use sunblock and don't get dark, but in actual fact, most sunblocks aren't very effective in preventing sunburn, but they do stop the sun's ray's from increasing melanin in the skin - the more melanin in the skin the darker it is. So, in actual fact, using sunblock should stop you from getting darker.
Reply:You can try these home remedies to remove tan %26amp; lighten skin:

Mix 1 table spoon of milk powder, 1 table spoon of honey, 1 table spoon of lemon juice, and ½ table spoon of almond oil. Apply on face and wash off after 10-15 minutes. This pack helps bring shine to the skin and also removes tan.

Mix oatmeal with curd and tomato juice and apply on the face. Keep it on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with cold water. It helps remove the tan and lightens the skin.

Place sliced raw potato on the face. It helps reduce blemishes and other marks.

Applying turmeric powder along with lime juice removes the tan. Lime juice is natural bleach.

Dried orange peels mixed with curd also help reduce blemishes and scars. Wash off this mixture with cold water after 15 minutes.

Soak 4 almonds overnight. Grind into a fine paste using milk. Apply on face and neck and leave it overnight. Wash with cold water in the morning. Do this daily for 15 days, followed by twice a week.

A table spoon of gram flour mixed with 2 table spoon of raw milk and 2-3 drops of lime juice works well for lightening dark skin. Apply this mixture and leave it for 15 minutes before washing off. Repeat for 4 weeks and follow up with once a week.

Apply a paste of fresh ground mint leaves and leave it for about 20 minutes. Wash with cold water, continue for 15 days.

Apply a mixture of grated tomato with 2-3 drops of lime juice on the face. Leave it for 20 minutes before washing off. Do this twice a day for 15-20 days for best results.

HELP! Accidently scratched some skin off while popping a zit!?

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I was popping a zit on my cheek for the second time and i accidently scratched some skin off...didnt really bleed though but i need this healed up quick...what should i do??

HELP! Accidently scratched some skin off while popping a zit!?
clean it and apply neosporin
Reply:i would disinfect it, not alot just use a q-tip and a bit of alcohol and then apply neosporine dont touch it now!
Reply:Clean it with alcohol rub. Also, be sure not to keep touching it, otherwise it could get infected.
Reply:Gee, if I was you, I'd panic - not.

Your body will heal itself. Don't worry about it. If you put some Neosporin and a band-aid on it, it will heal faster.

.

Super Glue on my skin....?

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I was at school and somebody had a nickel. On the nickel was super glue. They stuck it on my shirt. I pulled it off a second later. It got stuck to my skin quickly. But now, I've got a scar on my arm and an ugly stain on my shirt. What should I do?

Super Glue on my skin....?
Nail polish remover takes off superglue. And report that nasty prank to your principal.
Reply:Peel off the superglue and play a prank on the person that did it to you. Don't be a crybaby and tell the principal.
Reply:Simply Go back to that kid,tell them to F*** off and the next time they try to go near you just say Wat r u looking at...Or scream or even walk the other way.

dendrobium

Is there supposed to be hardened skin around the tounge piercing three weeks into healing time?

2009-11-20T02:48:00.002-08:00

Ok, i just got my tounge pierced exactly three weeks ago from today, and i'm assuming it's already healing or close to complete healing; but maybe the second week of the healing process my skin started to rise up around the bar (not the ball) and the skin is pretty much hardened. Is this normal? People tell me it's just sort of like a scab or callus or something and it may fall off later. Just as a simple scab would off of a normal wound... But, I'm not sure what to believe. It doesn't hurt, though... So, any advice would be very appreciated. :]

Is there supposed to be hardened skin around the tounge piercing three weeks into healing time?
sounds like scar tissue. best thing is not to play with the piercing during the healing process as this aggrivates it and encourages scar tissue growth. it will go down eventually though. read http://www.bmezine.com for more information
Reply:Yeah your tongue will swell and hard slightly, however your tongue doesnt completey heal (hole stay open without tongue bar) for around a year, but it is safe to change it after a month. Pitty i let mine close up :(
Reply:Mine did weep slightly when i had it done...you will get a lump around the bar (if you put two fingers above tongue and thumb under you should feel it) when this goes down you should be able to get the bar changed.

If your worried i would go back to where you had it done and ask the guys there-better to be sat than sorry!

Dark skin in neck and underarms after pregnancy?? Help?

2009-11-20T02:48:00.001-08:00

Its been a year since ive had my second son, now im stuck with dark skin in my neck and under my arms.. please help

Dark skin in neck and underarms after pregnancy?? Help?
maybe try natural lightening products like lime or lemon juice, sour cream or yoghurt, cucumber. I mean, apply them regularly on the skin surface following with good moisturizer. I'm 5 months after childbirth, and my dark line down the belly is still there... not so much seen, though... but I just know that some pregnancy pigmentation never goes completely, can only fade little bit...
Reply:Pls get in touch with your primary care dr or OB/GYN to have this checked out as this does not sound normal.
Reply:Unfortunately hormones during pregnancy or from birth control pills can result in darkening patches of skin.. on the face / neck area and other sensitive areas (like armpits) is most common.

The darkened skin will fade over time and there are prescription skin-lightening creams out there that will lighten the patches. (Although the creams are volatile and often have nasty side effects)

Go see your dermatologist, they'll be able to reccommend a solution to you if you are really very bothered badly by the darkened skin.

Or you could see it as mark of being a woman / mother! :)

Either way,

good luck!

Help !! i have extremely extremely extremely oily skin....:((?

2009-11-20T02:48:00.000-08:00

even the slightest amount of make-up comes off within seconds of application and my skin always appears dull and black and lifeless. My face looks extremely sticky everytime. Plz help

Help !! i have extremely extremely extremely oily skin....:((?
If you have oily skin and it is with pimples you can use a neem face pack. also you can use upton powder with sandal wood powder as they both draw out oils from pores. Rosewater is also an astringent. These things will help brighten up your skin.

But most import is your diet. Do you eat oily foods? The oils have to escape some where.

That could be one of the factors of your make- up disappearing. Also make sure that your make-up is oil free.

And if your skin is becoming dark, you have your own natural suntan oil. So cut back on oil that you eat.
Reply:Use Dove international soap or pears oil control face wash.
Reply:hi dear iam not so known person but i can suggest few thing's ......its heardity.. it comes frm ur family ealder's ther is no suggest but i can tell u ... wht i know....... stop eating oily food like nut's, %26amp; curd's milky iteam cholate's ....... %26amp; i think ur puting to much make up iam not stopeing u. but make it less ,.........%26amp; stop rounding in hot ......... may be its not shouting ur skin........... chale bye ......... good luck........
Reply:You may need to go Make up free. I can't wear make up everyday. My skin is extremely oily, and it ends up looking like I'm wearing pudding on my face. Every once in a while is OK, but daily really hurts my skin.

Also, try cleaners for oily skin. I use Panoxyl soap, and microdermabrasion two times a week, to renew my skin. This may help.
Reply:regularly wash face wit luke warm water before applying any make up..
Reply:You must watch your face using ponds face wash or similar face wash. It will help to remove oily skin. Please watch three to four times so that your skin remain clean.
Reply:1-dont eat shrimp, chocolate...

2-wash your face every night with baby soap

3-Buy an over the counter face wash to help

4-dont take real hot showers or they'll open your pores

5-don't pick at any acne

6-try not to wear make up every day and when ya do not a lot

7-damp your face and put toothpaste on and leave it on for five min.
Reply:You can start with the source below. It talks about oily skin care and even provides some all natural remedies you can try.
Reply:U need to wash ur face when ever it looks oily .. use aface wash made for oily skin only ... clean ur skin with a cleanser n then apply a toner .. do these 3 steps every morning n at night .. before applying make up .. apply ice on ur face .. then apply the toner .. then u can apply makeup specially made for oily skin ... use matte products ..

broadleaf

Does ringworm damage skin?

2009-11-20T02:47:00.003-08:00

I've had a quarter-sized bit of ringworm on my shoulder since the 24th of December. I've been cleaning and treating it daily with a cream like Tinactin and it's been slowly getting better, I guess. It's still pink and the same size, but the swelling, flaking and itching has all subsided immensely. It has looked the same for a few days.

I have no clue where I got it! None of our pets have it, no one in my family does, and none of my friends have it. I did get new clothes for the holiday, and that's the closest I've come to an explanation.

I've read that it will take about 4 weeks to get rid of this thing, so I wasn't too concerned until another smaller one showed up on the same arm, only around my elbow. I treated it right away and it seemed to heal ten times as quickly when I changed the bandage today.

This is my real question: due to how fast the second one healed, I am concerned about skin damage in the first spot. What can ringworm do to my skin, despite proper treatment? Thanks!

Does ringworm damage skin?
Despite its name, ringworm is not a parasite that transfers from your pet or family member to you, but a fungus. It's similar to the fungus that causes athlete's foot. If it's untreated it can get spread. My hubby had it on his nose, and ignored it; ultimately his entire head was covered with the rash.

As with most rashes, if you leave them alone, your skin will heal without a scar.

The second rash on your elbow may have been a sympathetic reaction, which sometimes happens with ringworm, where the skin breaks out but no actual fungus is present. That could be why it healed so fast.

Ringworm can be very resistant to treatment; you might want to try a cream with a different active ingredient and see if it is more effective.

My hubby ended up having to take an oral medication, and got his picture in a medical textbook! Once it cleared up, though, you would never know he had had such an awful rash.

Skin Problems??

2009-11-20T02:47:00.002-08:00

I am in my second trimester of pregnancy now and my skin has broken out horribly! It has gone from bad to worse. Now it isn't not just my face breaking out it is every where! My back, neck even chest- I know gross. ANy one have any ideas??

Skin Problems??
This is what I suggest and no I did not just copy and paste this from some random website, I have actually tried all of this and yes, it works amazingly great =]

1. Do you have oily/combination or dry/flaky skin?

-For oily/combination. Use a 3 step system such as AcneFree, Clinique, or Proactive. Salicylic acid seems the best for oily/combination skin because it's stronger but it doesn't leave your skin feeling dry. I use Clinique 3 step system (I bought it two months ago) and I am seeing great results as such for the oily skin and my mild acne.

-For dry/flaky skin. I suggest you use benzoyl peroxide, its much gentler for drier skin and will leave your skin feeling moisturized and smooth. Also use SPF moistruizer everyday after cleansing and toning your skin.

2. Use a honey and banana mask 2-3 times a week. Take a little bit of honey and little peices of banana and massage it all together on your face, let it tighten yoru skin for 10 minutes, then risne off with luke warm water and then cold water. It will help prevent breakouts from occuring. After you rinse tha toff, take some clean and clear persa gel 10 (works great!) and dab a little on the pimples/zits you have. Do thsi before going to bed, next morning, rinse off and I swear your skin will feel and look amazing.

3. Do not eat much junk food (its ok to eat every once in awhile but not so much) because base from ym epxerince, I brokeout a lot from greasy foods like pizza, burgers, chips, soda, etc.

4. For bacne, I suggest scrubing your back every morning and night with Netruogena acne body wash. I use to use it and it works failry good, you will notice results in a week ro two.
Reply:you need to see your doctor , unfortunately it sounds like you have acne , it could be due to hormones in pregnancy , it might just be that you have to ride this one out ! use gentle hypo allergenic products , avoid harsh ones as it will only make your skin worse , and try not to wear make up as this will clog your pores further , enjoy the rest of your pregnancy and congratulations on the baby !

Why my skin turns from healthy to dull frequently?

2009-11-20T02:47:00.001-08:00

i quit smoking ,the second week i started hving this healthy skin and in third week back to dull skin again ...why like that ? i haven't started smoking again

Why my skin turns from healthy to dull frequently?
Your body is still pushing toxins out and that may be showing up in your skin. Use a light exfoliating scrub and then moistureize afterward this will help to bring out that fresh look. Dont want to be caught bying chick products? Try this

1/4 Cup brown sugar

2 Tablespoons Olive oil

1 teaspoon vanilla

it makes a nice scrub that smells great. lightly massage your face with the mix or another scrub, rinse and wash with a mild soap then make sure you moisturize because all this will dry your skin a little but it takes off the dead skin cells making you look more fresh.

Bleeding didn't break my skin?

2009-11-20T02:47:00.000-08:00

A coupld of weeks ago, I stubbed my finger on a desk. I looked at it and it seemed like it had started to bleed. The only problem is that hitting th desk didn't break my skin, so I bled for a second and it stopped. The spot of blood is still there. It's really annoying to look at, is there any way I coul dget this blood stain to go away? Or is it just going to 'heal over time'? It doesn't hurt or anything, it just looks as though I pricked myself with a pin.

Bleeding didn't break my skin?
Bleeding under the skin isnt uncommon. Its just busted cappillaries. It will fade soon.
Reply:It most definitely did fade today. :D Report It

Reply:just leave it be =you broke a small vein and in time it will heal
Reply:a long time ago in a galaxy far away we used to call them "blood blisters". They go away in time.
Reply:that happens to me all the time if u leave it the way it is, it will take a while to go away but if u poke it with a sterile needle the blood will come out and u'll be good

night jasmine

Is a GOLD FACIAL good for DRY skin?

2009-11-20T02:46:00.003-08:00

I used to have a combination skin about a month back, but then i started with my bridal package and God knows what scrub she used on my face, my skin suddenly turned dry and started pealing, she used some scrub and then gave me a papaya facial. Well when my skin started pealing a very alarmed me went back to my beautician and she told me to use a moisturiser for veryyy dry skin and a creme called boreline, which helped me and my skin is back to normal. But today when i went for my second facial, she told me 'cos my skin is dry now, i can not have a gold facial and should go for something called OXY 3 or something like that. Now I don't know if she is right when she says gold facial is not good for my skin anymore, or is she just trying to get the extra 700 bucks from me after the 5000 she has already charged me for my bridal package. HELP plss, should I go for this new OXY facial or should I just tell her I want a Gold facial. What should I do?

Is a GOLD FACIAL good for DRY skin?
Gold facial is really good but people think doing facial would make you look fairer and beautiful.....in ancient days our grannies would wear gold on every part of the body because gold has a wonderful reaction on the body....
Reply:Gold facial is really effective ....

but every one think Gold facial would make you look fairer and beautiful.....

i also used gold facial........my skin is also Dry and whitish

Is a GOLD FACIAL good for dry skin?

2009-11-20T02:46:00.002-08:00

I used to have a combination skin about a month back, but then i started with my bridal package and God knows what scrub she used on my face, my skin suddenly turned dry and started pealing, she used some scrub and then gave me a papaya facial. Well when my skin started pealing a very alarmed me went back to my beautician and she told me to use a moisturiser for veryyy dry skin and a creme called boreline, which helped me and my skin is back to normal. But today when i went for my second facial, she told me 'cos my skin is dry now, i can not have a gold facial and should go for something called OXY 3 or something like that. Now I don't know if she is right when she says gold facial is not good for my skin anymore, or is she just trying to get the extra 700 bucks from me after the 5000 she has already charged me for my bridal package. HELP plss, should I go for this new OXY facial or should I just tell her I want a Gold facial. What should I do?

Is a GOLD FACIAL good for dry skin?
Ok, your beautician sounds like an idiot - don't pay her another penny!

There is a very simple method for dealing with your dry skin!...

Rinse your face with water and don't dry it. Then get some Tomato Ketchup (Heinz works best) and rub it into the dry areas. Leave the ketchup on your face until it hardens (generally around 1hour) and then wash off with warm water. Do this every night and within one week you will have beautiful skin!
Reply:You should probably ask someone more professional not on Yahoo Answers.

For dry skin, urgggg I hate it when that happens.

When my skin peels off I just use a cream CLEANSER and I put cocoa butter on my face.

it will go away don't worry and complain to your beautician that your face got extremely dry after the facial!

How can I keep my skin moisturized after I'm in the pool?

2009-11-20T02:46:00.001-08:00

Naturally, my skin is somewhat oily, my the second i go into the pool with chlorine, my skin completely dries out. I've tried moisturisers and such... but nothing seems to be working. HELP?

How can I keep my skin moisturized after I'm in the pool?
Aloe Vera gel.

It's usually cheap so you can use it all over.
Reply:Try water proof lotions.
Reply:use moisturizer.
Reply:put on suntan lotion duh
Reply:Try Neutrogena body oil it is the best, keeps my skin glistening plus it smells so good!
Reply:I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM!!

I just get Lubriderm, the kind with coco butter. its not ecpensive and can be found at wal-mart or winn-dixie. I KNOW this will help you because it does for me.

O and for the girl above. suntan lotion does not necessarily keep you moisturized... actually, barely any suntan lotion does........DUH!!!!
Reply:get some oil-free lotion, they sell some good lotion at lord and taylor's
Reply:body CREAM - something heavier than just lotion. Anything with aloe vera is always good, but i found a few things that i really dig.

From "The Body Shop" - they have body butters, made from oils found in different nuts. Its called nut butter, and it comes in like a round jar. Its thicker than lotion, but i use it after being at the beach or by the pool.... the oils in it work great....
Reply:i have the same prob so i use lotion a lot or aloe vera gel.
Reply:try nivea, pure moisture...i usually have dry skin especially when i get out of the pool....sometimes i use lotions but 5 hours later my skin is dry again ...but since i started using nivea everything became perfect..it last all day with no oilyness or sweatiness
Reply:try cleaning it first with a facial cleanser and THEN use a moisturizer
Reply:try using CUREL for extremly dry skin. Make sure its unscented and noncolored. Also works great for peeling skin from sunburn or tattoos.
Reply:try dove body soap and you can also use a little baby oil it will not stay oily it will soften your skin

Husband's sensitive skin?

2009-11-20T02:46:00.000-08:00

My husband has very sensitive skin and following shaving (usually every second day), he breaks out in a really sore raxor burn type of rash. He showers before shaving so his skin is more relaxed. Can you offer some great pointers and tips for avoiding this painful rash?? His raxor blades also isn't the problem as they are changed frequently.

Husband's sensitive skin?
I've found the perfect solution. Massage thoroughly with olive oil which is very beneficial to the skin and will heal the razor burn. Then before shaving apply oil and instead of using shaving creams - many of which contain harsh chemicals and are not good for the skin - and a waste of money, simply apply a body lotion on top of the oil and this will properly lubricate the skin and he you will get the best shave he could ever have and with no razor burn. Since using on my very sensitive skin even if I do cut myself it heals really quick. You do not need after shave products many of which also have harmful ingredients and are not good for the skin and a waste of money. You do not need to remove oil - in any case most gets absorbed into skin. Simply lightly wash off body lotion with water and a little soap and dry. Even if I shave against the "grain" of the hair growth I do not get razor burn. Try it - you will be happy that you did. Of course you should not apply too much pressure while shaving and avoid shaving against the ‘grain’ of the hair growth until the burn has healed..
Reply:try to apply some vaseline before so skins soft but not to greasy where he cant shave it, ummm try nair see if that would work i know its not shaving but it may help him on the whole rash thing
Reply:My husband always had razor burn after shaving! My husband shave while he's in the shower and has been using Arbonne shaving cream and face wash I bought him the whole set but that those are the only two thing he uses! But he love the shaving cream and his face and stubble has never been softer! I love it too!

frangipni

When getting you ear peirced does it realy only hurt bad for a split second?

2009-11-20T02:45:00.003-08:00

i just mean a regular barbell not to big. just a peircing.

does it hurt for a long time? or for only the split second that it peirces through the skin?

When getting you ear peirced does it realy only hurt bad for a split second?
Do you mean ear as in lobe piercings?

Mine didn't hurt much at all.. it may be sore for a few days after you get it pierced though.

Of course, pain differs from person to person. It may have hurt a ton for one person, but not at all for the next.
Reply:It hurts the most when the needle pierces the skin.

That's not to say it won't hurt a little for the next week or so.
Reply:it hurts when you first get it pierced. for me it hurt for about 10 seconds and then i felt fine. i was seven years old and it didn't make me cry. But then it gets sore until it heals. it hurt to sleep with the side of my head against a pillow so i learned to sleep on my back
Reply:maybe you should try it.maybe a day
Reply:split second
Reply:It's like a pinch for all of a second, and then for maybe a week afterwards it's sore.
Reply:I have mine done three times. the first two i don't remember. the third i did myself. didn't hurt for too long. make sure to keep your piercings clean.
Reply:no it doesn't hurt. My aunt acctualy put a needle through my ear when i was 4 or 5 so i get to have a pierce.
Reply:It does for a bit, but the healing is more uncomfortable than anything.
Reply:it aches a tiny bit after but nothing tooooooo bad.
Reply:It depends on your pain tolerance.

For the most part it will hurt with the needle piercing the skin, but you will also feel after pain as well. I always find that the after effects are much worse than the actual piercing.
Reply:i got my ears pierced about a year ago and i still remember it.

not the pain of course.

i thought it was going to hurt,

but surprisingly, it didn't .

the tool they use now resembles a stapler.

it puts the front and back of the earring together and pierce you ear in a split second.

it doesn't hurt, but the sound of the tool may scare you.

and after you get one ear pierced, the other is fine.

just make sure you clean it 3 times a day after you get it pierced so you don't it get infected.

good luck !
Reply:Piece of cake! It just feels like a pinch and then it feels hot. Its a little hard to sleep afterwards though, or talk on the phone..but if nothing touches your ear afterwards it doesn't hurt at all.

Messenger Skin?

2009-11-20T02:45:00.002-08:00

Installed Messenger 8 and can't change the Skin. I've tried changing it in two ways and neither have worked. First I tried clicking Messenger--%26gt;Change Skin (that method didn't work). Second I tried clicking Messenger--%26gt;Preference--%26gt;Appearence--%26gt;Ch... Skin (this also failed to work). And yes I've restarted both Messenger and my PC. Please is there anything else I can do to try to change the skin.

Messenger Skin?
As you have tried everything but failed, now you can uninstall the messenger and reinstall it (after rebooting).

I hope this time it will work for you.
Reply:i have the exact same problem...uninstalling does not help. i do not have any enchancement program like Blinds ause i use windows 98

any other possible solutions?? Report It

Reply:kins come with the download of the Yahoo Messenger and can find it as follows.

.If you go to your messenger, then Messenger %26gt;%26gt;Preferences %26gt;%26gt;Appearance %26gt;%26gt;Messenger Interface Style and click on Change Skins button,

You can download a new skin from:

<>http://messenger.yahoo.com/feat_skins.ph...

Also the files for the skins are located at this folder:

c:\program files\yahoo!\Shared\Graphics\

This folder may change depending on installation folder and locale settings.

This also helps.

Go for removal of history of items on your search bar

On the right side of the bar before you get to the web search button click on the bar (you may have to click it a few times) will open a drop down box that will bring you at the front of items you searched for.

Place your mouse pointer over the first item and you will see it highlight. Do not click the item just leave your mouse where it is and hit the delete button on your keyboard. The item will vanish and the next will take its place and become highlighted. Just keep hitting the delete button and watch them go away.

This will work for any browser.

To delete address bar history, follow this path. Tools%26gt; internet options%26gt; general %26gt; clear history %26gt; set the number of days to zero%26gt; ok.

Are you using window blinds or alien guise or some other window enhancement program? e.g. programs that add extra buttons like transparency and keep always on top or change the look of the windows in anyway (not including standard XP themes)

if so disable it and yahoo should work..

Do a search on <>http://www.wackyb.com%26gt; for window blinds

This is sometimes a flash issue, make sure you have download and installed flash from Internet explorer (not any other browser)

<>http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/...

Still having problems try Common Issues/Tips %26amp; Tricks here:

http://www.wackyb.co.nz/yahoo!stil......... <>http://www.wackyb.co.nz/yahoo!stil.........

Are you ever prejudiced based on the color of someones skin or their race??

2009-11-20T02:45:00.001-08:00

just curious. i love this show Without Prejudice and i was just like wow okay a question! so if you see a black person do you make any judgments based SOLELY on the fact that they're black? white ppl? and so on...or if you meet a black, asian, or hispanic person do you judge them based on whether or not they are dark/light skinned with ethnic/non ethnic features??

personally i think people who do this are extremely ignorant but you know thats just me. maybe because ive been exposed to diverse environments and different cultures its never been second nature to judge based on skin tone. i choose to judge based on character and behavior. im black too so i wouldnt want anyone judging me like that even though im sure they do.

Are you ever prejudiced based on the color of someones skin or their race??
no not at all

It is true that when you look at a person you notice the color of their skin just as plainly as you notice the color of their hair or the color of the shirt their wearing, that shouldn't mean anything.

I'm more of a first impression kind of guy. as long as you don't come off as an a**hole I'll spend a little more time getting to know ya.
Reply:never
Reply:at times, yes, because of my personal experinces with people

of different races and cultures.
Reply:No, I don't think so. But there are occasions when that person has done something and I've said to myself, "Figures, they're ___."
Reply:Everyone has prejusdices-it is human nature. It is when we put that into action and we discriminate that is wrong. It is up to us to catch our own predjuices and keep an open mind. Of course there are people who do not want to believe their idea of a race or religion is wrong because that would mean they have to admit they are wrong, but bascially Humans are made to have prejudices-it is a survivial instinc that we have to overcome.
Reply:no i don't..i agree with you..people who do that are very ignorant..and obviously not well educated...but i think there are always going to be some people out there who are always going to be racist..even though our society has gotten a little better over the years..its still pretty bad i would say..which i think it pretty sad. =/

~daisy
Reply:people assume i am white and make stupid racist/ethnic comments to me all the time. oddly enough i also pass for latin in most latin communities and i speak spanish but they never talk the smack anglos do. i think anglo assumed superiority makes up a large part of it -- they think they are better because of their skin color so they say messed up junk to try to support and reinforce their lame beliefs.

i guess that really doesn't answer your question -- just thought i would interject some personal observation. fyi i am slov/manouche mix and think most people are stupid no matter what color they are -- the older i get the more i realize the world was always trying to put me down for just about anything to put themselves up. lesson learned.

ugh i just read where "everyone has prejudices" -- what a sad reflection on our education system. everyone should be discerning -- you don't date a career felon unless that is what makes you hot. nobody has to be prejudiced.
Reply:I find the older the person is, the more they will prejudge someone without knowing them.

I hope that as time goes by, the more this will go away. They learned their ways when they were younger when they lived in a different world-- but things have changed.
Reply:Riddle me this. If you were at an ATM late at night -- and someone came up right behind you. Would you rather have it be a 19 year old black male wearing a bandana or a 10 year old girl in a girl scout uniform.

Be honest. Are you really going to react the same way, given the fact that you know absolutely nothing about either one of them?

Also, if the woman at the ATM pulled her purse in and worriedly scuttled out of there...would you say she is racist or prejudiced? Someone who is behaving irrationally?

I don't think people really get this. Sure, being a black male age 19 doesn't automatically make you a robber. However, what if I told you now that most -robbers- happen to be black males that are age 19? Does that make the woman's actions any more justifiable?

I don't know if any of this is true necessarily--about black males age 19 and robbery -- this is just a hypothetical I created. you can substitute other groups and activities in different situations.

For example, most muslims in the US are not terrorists. But most terrorists in the US are muslims. If we are to combat terrorism, should we -completely ignore- the profile of what a terrorist is, and investigate the 80 year old lady from Arizona with the same vigor as the middle aged Arab in a full Islamic garb? If we only have the resources to randomly screen 1 in every 1000 passengers; should we really hit all of the races equally? Or would it be more prudent to focus on the ones that best fit the profile of a terrorist?

If the police have a report that a suspect is a Mexican male, and they have set up a roadblock, do they really need to bother questioning the truck full of Jamaicans?

Just some thoughts from the mind. Not meant to pick on any particular group, but to stimulate discussion.

Are you ever prejudiced based on the color of someones skin or their race??

2009-11-20T02:45:00.000-08:00

What is the normal tip to give someone doing a skin analysis/facial?

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I recieved a spa package as a gift consisting of a skin analysis, mini-facial, eyebrow wax, and product prescription for the first visit, Cleansing Treatment, exfoliation treatment, face, neck, and decollete massage for the second visit, and a Follu-up Skin Care COnsultation, Facial Cleanse, revitalizing eye treatment, neck firming treatment, facial neck and decollete massage, and a Hydrating facial mist treatment for the third visit. What should I tip the person when they're finished? Should I tip differently every visit, since the treatments get much more extensive each time, or should I tip the same everytime?

What is the normal tip to give someone doing a skin analysis/facial?
In the USA, services are tipped from 10%-20%. Tipping is not mandatory, so you don't have to tip at all, but take into consideration that the clinicians earn most of their salary from tips. Keeping that in mind, a provider of personal services should do their best to provide excellent care for you, so always tip someone based on their performance, not on a suggested percentile. Good Luck and Enjoy !
Reply:20% every time, unless it is really bad.

Are you ever prejudiced based on the color of someones skin or their race??

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Are you ever prejudiced based on the color of someones skin or their race??

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What is the name of the song played for a few seconds before the light skin girl gets attacked by the little k

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is that like some inside joke or something? i'm totally confused.

street fighting

I bite my fingernails and the skin around them ALOT?

2009-11-20T02:43:00.001-08:00

almost every second of the day and the skin around them bleeds and the nails bleed and its a terrible habit...how do i break the habit of biting my fingernails and skin around them?

I bite my fingernails and the skin around them ALOT?
man i bite my finger nails and da skin but u sound way worse the way i kinda stop is to keep busy. do something that intrest you it helps
Reply:put horseradish on them.
Reply:lol dude just stop
Reply:STOP doing it RIGHT NOW!!!!!!

DO YOU HEAR ME?????
Reply:some say biting nails is a substitute for masturbation, so mug the bishop more often.
Reply:Give yourself manicures...dont have them paint any polish but when I find myself biting ( I am female) I get fake nails put on or get manicures...when I see how nice my nails and cuticles look it makes me take a real hard second before biting...try it...yes, men do get mani's.
Reply:all you have to do is stop

just think of how insanely unattractive it is and how people are forced to look at it.
Reply:i started to put on nailpolish..because theres like a kinda posion in there or what ever..thats what my friend said..but i wasnt sure..but i eventually stoped...unless your a guy that doesnt like to wear nail polish..then..i guess..you could do something like..try not to bite your nails for a whole week you could treat your self to something nice and if you make it in one week..try for two weeks...and so on.....well..i hope i kinda..helped...GOOD LUCK!
Reply:The stuff you want is called "CONTROL-IT!." It's guaranteed to stop you from biting your nails. You can phone l-847-696-9900 or e-mail: cs@prskincare.com. It retails for 24.99, but they're selling it for 19.95, free shipping. size .75oz. If it doesn't work you get your money back, but I know it does work. (My friend used it and it broke her habit. The best 19.95 she ever spent.) Good luck! :) -L Keep me posted! You can e-mail me any time. I have your name and what it's about. I love to hear I helped someone! Lynn
Reply:I used to have the exact same problem! I bit my nails until I was 14 years old. I used to have them bleeding every single day with pain. One day, I decided I wanted long, beautiful nails. I started by putting Sally Hanson, Miracle Growth (clear in a bronze bottle, $4) and I put it on every 2 days. They also have colors! It made my nails grow longer and thicker. It just started me out, now I don't use it and my nails are about an inch long each. I still do get the urge to bite them, and I do put them in my mouth but always carry a nail file. Once my nail chips, I chew on it to even it out but it is always bitten off. Just think of all the germs you are digesting and you are eating dead cells when you chew your nails. Always keep your nails painted so you won't get the urge to bite and chip off the nail polish! Good luck!

Why do skin CELLS reproduce faster than other types of cells ?

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Well my question above pretty much says it all. Also here's my second question:

Why Do you think skin cells divide faster than muscle cells ?? Please only give real full explained answers. Thanks.

Also anybody who answers my 2 questions correctly %26amp; explained will be awarded with 10 points %26amp; As chosed as best Answer.

Why do skin CELLS reproduce faster than other types of cells ?
Well, the rate of replacement of skin cells is higher than for any other cells in the body. Therefore, the rate of reproduction (the production side of the equation) has to be higher. Every time you take a shower you take of a layer of dead skin cells of you. Now, that fact that you take that layer off may contribute to the increased rate of skin cell division, but it is not the ultimate cause. The ultimate cause is the skin cell type itself. Because skin is our outer protective layer, skin cells must have evolved to replace themselves rapidly so as to defend very promptly the body against wounding and infection.

Muscle cells do not need that much replacement. Notice that even when you "grow" muscle (as in bodybuilding) you do not actually increase the number of muscle cells that you have but rather you increase their size.
Reply:skin cells are unipotent. skin cells are linked to a stem cell that can only differentiate into a specific type of skin cell or tissue. skin cells benefit from the environment-absorption of UV rays

Will rubbing alcohol really help oily skin?

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I've heard that rubbing alcohol can help people with oily skin, but I want a second opinion from someone before I go off and do something like that. Is it true?

Will rubbing alcohol really help oily skin?
I would NOT recommend it
Reply:yeah it can help
Reply:ugh no it can make the problem worse - if your skin thinks it is being stripped of oils, it will only produce more. Make sure you have a good cleanser, a mild toner and a good oil free moisturiser
Reply:yeah it will soak up the oil but it will probably make your skin to dry it you use it alot.
Reply:you shouldnt do that, it will take all the oils off your skin and that is just as bad as too oily.
Reply:I don't know about oily skin, but It will work as an after the fact condom. Ok it won't work for either.
Reply:Alcohol-free toners are more appropriate for oily skin.
Reply:Yes, it dries it up really bad.
Reply:2nd Opinion: No it will not.

Alcohol will dry your skin completely out %26amp; it will rob your skin of its natural oils.
Reply:straight rubbing alcohol is too strong and might make your skin worse.......
Reply:NO. It will dry out your skin and not solve the oily skin at all. Use the Clean and Clear oil blotting tissues. They work really well and don't have harsh chemicals.
Reply:Like others said, it's way too harsh. It will strip all decent oils from your skin and just dry it out, thus causing more bumps and stuff.

Alcohol for oily skin is an old-fashioned remedy that has been proven to not help at all!

If you have an acne problem because of it, Proactiv cleansing program works wonders! If you don't want to buy that, use an oil-free cleanser, oil-free toner and oil-free moisture, at least sometimes use the moisture (depending on how old you are).

If you are just shiny during the day but not suffering from acne, keep toner (the non-moisturizing kind) and put it on with a cotton pad a few times a day. Or get those little papers that pick up oil..they come in a little pack like kleenex.
Reply:It will definatly take care of the oily skin but it is so strong that it could actuallly leave burn like marks expecially if you use it on your face. You can try it though the worse that will happen is it will make your skin hurt.
Reply:An oily skin , as the name implies, is one in which the sebaceous or oil-producing glands are over active. As surface grease tends to attract dirt, an oily skin acquires a dirty surface film , that needs to be removed daily. For more details log to http://useinfo-oilyskin.blogspot.com/
Reply:no u should probably use Proactive or Neutrogena.

Some oranges have a baby separate orange growing in the same skin. What causes that? Biological name?

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Most oranges have one fruit inside the outer skin. Sometimes there's a second baby orange growing inside the skin of the orange. I wonder what causes the second orange to grow, and whether it has an official name.

Some oranges have a baby separate orange growing in the same skin. What causes that? Biological name?
A mutation causes navel oranges to develop a second seedless orange at the base of the original fruit, opposite the stem. This second orange develops as a conjoined twin in a set of smaller segments embedded within the peel of the larger orange.

From outside the smaller "twin" forms a structure at the bottom of the fruit that looks a bit similar to the human navel.

Therefore the name navel orange.

They are propagated asexually, usually by grafting.

See "navel orange" for more details:

http://www.producepete.com/shows/califor...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_(fru...

grappling

Do guys like fare skin Red Heads?

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My skin is getting Tanner every second I tan when Im in Texas. But I live In MI so I rearly cant tan so I hope guys still like me.

Do guys like fare skin Red Heads?
I would take a fare skinned red over any blond any day..i melt for redheads...espeially with freckles...sexy...... there is always tanning beds....But don't redheads burn easy?
Reply:Some guys do, and some guys don't. Try a self tanner if you want to be tan, you can use a self tanner in MI and it is better for your skin.
Reply:girl, if guys dont like you because youre tan or because your pale. then you dont need them. be yourself. be happy, and the right guy will come along. you dont want attention from superficial guys like that. :)
Reply:that's the combination that i love with a passion!!!!
Reply:I'm a fair skinned red head and my husband loves me alot. I burn very easily so I try to stay out of the sun and don't go to tanning beds.
Reply:I think most guys would rather fare skin over a fake tanned girl but I wouldnt worry about it they should like you for who you are, its not all about appearance

Oily Skin, HELP!?!?!?

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I am a redhead and have very fair, moderately sensitive skin that is SO oily!! I currently use St.Yves Oil-Free Blackhead Removing Facial Scrub, every morning (or every second morning). I use Neutrogena Healthy Skin Moisturizer w/ spf15 every day.

When I do wear makeup all I use is foundation, shadow, eyeliner, blush and mascara. I wear my makeup very lightly and do not cake it on. At night I just wash any makeup off with soap.

I can't use a toner as it really bothers my skin. I need something that works for blackheads too because I feel like mine are SO noticeable!! I dont get pimples/zits very often, but if I do I tend to get like 2 or 3 at a time.

Since the birth of my 3rd child my skin is really really oily and I don't want to spend alot of money on a bunch of diff products. I just want something for oily skin and blackheads that WORKS!!

Any suggestions?

Oily Skin, HELP!?!?!?
I have worked in the skincare area for 10 years or so, in various stores, spas etc. The best product for sensitive skin that is oily is a toss up between La Roche Posey or Avene - both sold at Shoppers or better Drug stores. I personally really like the Avene products as they are not chemical laden and are made from spring water. Ask a senior cosmetics manager at a Shoppers about it - works really well for unbalanced skin. It is not great to constantly be exfoliliating your skin as it needs time to regenerate itself. ( St.Ives is not great stuff for your face - my opinion only...) Best bet is to always ask for sample sizes or keep reciepts for things so you don't end up with a "cosmetic graveyard" I like to say.

Check out the website below! Good Luck...
Reply:Iseree cleanser for sensitive skin and if you like it natural just rub some cucumber slices on your face
Reply:i had the same problem i even used all the other products like

proactiv

neutrogena

clean and clear

mary kay

and even avon products

but one day i found a st.ives face wash and since that day it disappeared my acne, the excess oil was gone, and it just left it soft and clear... i luv it!!!
Reply:you need to go get a facial.

If you go to a beauty school they usually charge around $15-30 and they do it for about an hour.
Reply:St. Ives Apricot Scrub
Reply:u need to go see a skin doctor, she/he will tell u exactly what to do coz it might be a hermon problem since u gave birth recently
Reply:oily skin is gods gift if u are maintaining it properly.

u have to drink as much water as u can so that ur excess oils gets out in the form of sweat.

dont never ever spend money on cosmotics they will not help u that much if they do also it is temporary .they will have side effect belive me.

use herbal products and home made thing to removes excess oil.

use diff types of fruit face packs thrice in week which suits u better and use it continuosly.

drink as much water as u can.

u can use scrub to remove blackheads and try paste of soji and curd apply it ur face rub gentle where u have blackheads it really work.
Reply:I have super super oily skin- I have to wash my face about 2 times a day in order to keep it under control... so trust me, I know what you are going through.

I use the tea tree oil products at the body shop- the stuff lasts a long time, and also prevents zits/blackheads. They have it in a scrub, toner (although I know you said toner doesn't work, just gotta mention it! ;) ), stick, conseallor (sp?), blot papers... it's a good line! Plus no animal testing and all that great stuff.

It's worth the investment. I only use the scrub and the "spot stick" for when I get zits. It's all you really need! The conseallor is good for when you are going out and want to cover up blackheads/zits... you cover it and you treat it at the same time!

Hope this helps!
Reply:You shouldn't be using an exfoliator that often. You are just asking your skin to produce more oil that way! Use a skin bar for sensitive skin and blot your face with oil-reducing sheets (clean and clear and nuetrogena have them at your local drugstore).

I recommend Breezy Beach Wear's All-natural Oatmeal Sugar Cookie bath bar. It is made with natural oatmeal, vanilla extract, raw sugar and olive oil. It is perfect for the face as it doesn't irritate and is perfect for sensitive skin.

Check them out online at: http://www.breezybeachwear.com
Reply:check the links below for natural homemade beauty tips to:--Oily Skin

http://geebal.blogspot.com
Reply:stop using soap! soap is drying your skin out too much, so your skin compensates by producing more oil. do not scrub your face too much too... the extra blood circulation is not doing any good to your face. if you must scrub everyday, do it lightly.

a sure work is roaccutane. it works by regulating your oil glands, and improves acne and other skin conditions. however, if you're planning to get pregnant again, or breastfeeding, roaccutane is not recommended. roac is only available by prescription
Reply:IT IS ALL IN HERE! :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acne_vulgar...

TRUST ME! REALLY GOOD INFO.

YOU WON’T REGRET CHECKING OUT THE WEB

Here is what the WEBSITE CONTAINS:

Contents:

1 SYMPTOMS

2 CAUSES OF ACNE

2.1 MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT CAUSES

3 TREATMENTS

3.1 TIMELINE OF ACNE TREATMENT

3.2 AVAILABLE TREATMENTS

3.2.1 Exfoliating the skin

3.2.2 Topical Bactericidals

3.2.3 Topical antibiotics

3.2.4 Oral antibiotics

3.2.5 Hormonal treatments

3.2.6 External retinoids

3.2.7 Oral retinoids

3.2.8 Phototherapy

3.2.8.1 Blue and red light

3.2.8.2 Photodynamic therapy

3.3 Less widely used treatments

3.4 FUTURE TREATMENTS

3.5 Preferred treatments by types of acne vulgaris

4 ACNE SCARS

5 See also

6 References

7 Footnotes

8 External links

Why does college do this to my skin??

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Hi there, I'm 20 years old and in college. When I am home my skin is very clear with an occasional pimple here and there. Nothing out of the ordinary. ProActiv keeps my skin looking nice. However, the second I get back to school my skin gets oily and horrible and breaks out. I've tried everything and nothing helps. Within 24 hours my skin is a mess. I keep a very clean dorm room and shower everyday (OF COURSE!)

Then I go home for 2 or 3 days and my skin will be clear again... It's so strange.

Why is this happening and what can I do?

Why does college do this to my skin??
The air in you college dorm room might be wreaking havoc on your skin. Try buying a humidifier to clean the air in your room. It will suck the debris and nasty air away.
Reply:The foods that you are eating while away at school may not be as healthy as the foods that you are eating at home. Also the quality of the water that you are getting at school may not be same as the quality of water at home. Or the climate change could also be the difference. I would attempt to eat healthier and try to keep stess levels down. The more that you stress the more your face is going to break out.
Reply:Maybe you eat greasier food or food that isn't the best for you when your in school because its cheaper or easier. Is there a difference in the climate where you go to school? Maybe it more humid where you go to school or where you go home. I know that the weather affects my skin a lot.
Reply:Living in dorm rooms allows a lot of germs to get in. The air vents in your room are connected to every other room in the dorm, so that's where germs can get in as well. Also, at school, you probably have a weird sleeping schedule and are under stress with the work. Things will calm down when you get into a ruitine.
Reply:Maybe you could try washing your face more often throughout the day when your away to school.

I definitly know what you mean, I wasn't away for school, but I went daily and I found that I couldn't wait to wash my face when I got home, b/c the air is so thick and just settles on your skin.
Reply:There are quite a few reasons this could be happening. First of all, we all know that increases in stress cause an increase in acne/pimples. With finals coming up, papers due, and tests to worry about, I'm sure when you're in the college environment your stress level increases dramatically. Second of all, the environment/weather greatly affects acne. If the weather at college is a lot more humid than your home, your skin will naturally get more oily. Also, hotter weather causes you to sweat more. When you sweat, oils resurface on your skin! Keep these things in mind.
Reply:stress?

Can you stop a sterling silver ring from turning your skin green?

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I bought a sterling silver ring about 2 weeks ago. Ever since like the second or third day, the skin under it has been green, and white in one spot. Now i thought that only happened with fake gold, but i guess not. Anyway, i know its just some kind of reaction btween the metal and the skin, but is there some way to stop it from doing that? I doubt there's any serious problems with it turning my skin colors (i hope), but who wants a green finger? I'd hate to have to stop wearing it, so any help would be appreciated.

Can you stop a sterling silver ring from turning your skin green?
yes..you can use clear nail polish.....put it on your gold or sliver jewerly and it will not turn
Reply:thanks, for the ten points :P Report It

Reply:nope it's your skin's reaction to that type of metal ...
Reply:Are you sure its pure silver? It happens to me when i wear costume jewellry.Usually happens when ur fingers get sweaty or wet,sometimes it itches too.Only way to tell if ur ring is silver is by lookin on d inside to c if it has a "stamp".If it doesnt itz most prolly a fake? U can try applyin powder to ur finger b4 wearing but i wudnt recommend wearing somethin that wud make u have the "incredible hulk" green effect.Good Luck tho :o)
Reply:this type of reaction SHOULD NOT happen with Sterling Silver.

you probably should consult a dermatologist.

Will my pit bulls skin shrink back to normal?

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I adopted a pit bull recently from a local shelter. They told be that about two months ago she had her second litter of puppies. her skin on her stomach is still really really saggy, will it tighten back to normal?

Will my pit bulls skin shrink back to normal?
I have a pit-bull there really cute eh, ya I think it should shrink back to normal within 3-5 months!! I love pit-bulls!
Reply:Yes it will, it just takes a little more time, should be fine in two more months.
Reply:The older the dog, the longer it takes to get back in shape. Just like humans, she will always be a little saggier than another who has not had pups.

ivy

CHURCH Was Jesus Christ Brown skin or White?

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I cant seem to get this white skinned blue eyed image out of my mind. I visited Libya about 2 months ago and there is no way he could have made it enduring the heat if he was that complexion.Now I know he didn't come from Libya but its as close as I got to the Egypt/ Israel area and I cant imagine the heat changing that much from Libya. Plus have you seen a map lately that hold area was and is Brown skinned dark skinned and well tahst about it .

TO BE SO CLOSE TO CHAD, LIBYA, NIGERIA,ALGERIA WELL LETS JUST SUM IT UP BY SAAING THE CONTINENT OF AFRICA I COULD NOT FOR ONE SECOND SEE A WHITE SKINNED GUY IN THE MIST OF ALL THOSE PEOPLE.

BY THE WAY IM FROM NASHVILLE TENNESSEE IM BACK HOME AND IM GLAD I WAS GIVEN THE CHANCE TO VISIT.

CHURCH Was Jesus Christ Brown skin or White?
Jesus (assuming that he existed - he didn't) was a Mediterranean Jew. He was dark olive complected with dark hair and eyes. He was not the Nordic/Arian Jesus commonly portrayed in the West.
Reply:he would have been dark skinned because of his race.
Reply:Does it matter? It was his blood that bought mankind's salvation and that flowed red just like everyone else's.

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I do see your point about having been taught one thing. But truly, the important thing is not what color his skin was but again that he shed his blood on behalf of humankind. that said, Oliveskinned is not brownskinned. No. Think of Greeks or Italians
Reply:yellow

the papyrus that Josephus created Jesus on was yellowish

parchment paper gets orangish and brownish later
Reply:ok.
Reply:Historically, Jesus was a middle eastern Jew, there is no possible way he would have been Aryan like he is depicted by churches.
Reply:He looked like a Jew.
Reply:Look in the mirror....Jesus lives in the heart of a Christian.

But being that he was Jewish, I would think he was olive skinned and dark haired. while He walked the earth.
Reply:he was dark-skinned...just like everyone else in that region of the world.
Reply:it doesn't matter
Reply:Jesus is described as having a olive complexion, he was brown skinned like all the other Hebrews..
Reply:he was brown skinned!
Reply:brown- darker like middle easterners
Reply:ive heard he was both. because he supports black and whites. tho evey picuture ive seen or anything. he has been white. to be honest. im not totally sure.
Reply:Well, Jesus was Jewish, Middle Eastern and spent most of his time in the sun so the likelihood is, as you say, that he had nut-brown skin. Even if he was white he would have been tanned.

The imagery of Christ we see is to do with idealisation and projection of the spirituality of the given culture. I've seen beautiful Ethiopian images of Old and New Testament characters who look like Ethiopians.

The truth is we don't know what Christ really looked like.
Reply:Brown or a deep tan

He was a Jew and they are not white nor do they have blue eyes

That is Hollywood

He was also by the sea and on the sea a lot, they were fishermen mostly and they walked for miles in the sun
Reply:Jesus was an Israeli Jew, what do you think?
Reply:jesus was brown skined you realy answered your own question

korkie
Reply:Man-made portrayal.

The "pigmentation" of the temporary, fleshly body Jesus was housed in is irrelevant since everything about Jesus and His ministry was spiritual.

He came to die so that others may live.
Reply:He had a tan and probably looked like Klinger on the TV show MASH.
Reply:Does his complexion really matter.

This is one of the things that really causes conflict.

The important thing is his blood and the salvation that he has given us.
Reply:He was a Jew, so I would say dark skinned.
Reply:White.