Beautiful Family Skin Blog

Skin Cancer Research: Vaccine on the horizon

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 18:59:10 GMT

It has been reported that British researchers have been studying melanoma, the most deadly for of skin cancer, and are now testing a new vaccine that could possibly end reverse the effects of this type of skin cancer. Lindy Durrants, who leads the research team at the University of Nottingham in England , explains the goal of the vaccine is to use the patient's own immune system to fight the melanoma cells while leaving the healthy cells alone.

Durrants stressed that this research was in its early stages and it is impossible to say what the outcome of their clinical trial will be. She was quoted as saying that they hoped that the vaccine will cure between 10 per cent and 20 percent of patients suffering with malignant melanoma. To learn more about melanoma......what it looks like' how it develops, and the different types of melanoma click on the link below.

How The Aging Process Works: Why We Age

Mon, 24 May 2010 03:58:53 GMT

Knowing how the aging process works and understanding why we age is important if we want to keep our skin vibrant and healthy. Learn some of the causes of aging.

My Favorite NuSkin Product Is Baobab Butter

Fri, 21 May 2010 20:24:45 GMT

NuSkin baobab butter has become my favorite skin moisturizer. I love the fact that it moisturizes my skin without leaving that greasy feeling. For the

Natural Remedies for Herpes

Sun, 16 May 2010 01:19:26 GMT

Herpes plain and simple is a virus. Even though there are over-the-counter remedies for herpes, many people prefer to use natural remedies. I have listed

Beautiful Skin: How to Achieve It

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 22:02:48 GMT

How can we achieve beautiful skin? Our skin needs include at least 10 skin care essentials to achieve maximum beauty. Do you know what those essentials are?

Skin Research Finds The Connection Between Genes and Skin Aging

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:32:35 GMT

Skin research has shown the connection between our genes and skin aging. Read about how this link contributes to the aging process. Can we influence this process?

What Is Adult Acne?

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:08:14 GMT

What is adult acne? Learn the three step development of acne in adults. The causes of acne in adults is also discussed.

Nu Skin Make Up Tips: How To Use Lip Gloss

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:23:47 GMT

Learn Nu Skin make up tips on using lip gloss to make your lips look more youthful.

Nu Skin Sunright BodyBlock SPF15: Keeps the Skin Beautiful and Safe

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:26:13 GMT

Sunright BodyBlock SPF15 provides protection against UVA/UVB radiation while helping improve the skin's appearance.

Nu Skin Anti Aging Products ageLOC Elements

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:59:01 GMT

ageLOC Elements are a combination of Nu Skin anti aging products that have been formulated to work together to deliver maximum results on a daily basis.

Nu Skin Anti Aging Cream: ageLOC Transforming Night Cream

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:02:57 GMT

Nu Skin ageLOC Transforming Night is an anti aging cream that works with the skin's natural nighttime renewal process. Its formula is directed to the sources of aging.

Skin Lotion: Nu Skin Radiant Day SPF 22

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:55:22 GMT

Radiant Day skin lotion formulated by Nu Skin is part of ageLoc science that targets aging at its source. It hydrates the skin as well as provides sun protection with SPF 22.

Nu Skin Anti Aging Toner Part of ageLOC Science

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:45:41 GMT

Nu Skin anti aging toner is part of ageLOC science. It cleanses and tones in one step and delivers ageLOC formula thus targeting arSuperMarkers, the sources of aging.

Nu Skin AgeLOC Facial Gel - An Anti Aging Skin Care Treatment

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:34:32 GMT

AgeLoc Facial Gel by Nu Skin unlocks the aging process and make the skin look more youthful. An anti aging skin care treatment when used as part of the Galvanic Spa System.

When Is a Tan Not Healthy

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:38:31 GMT

When Is a Tan Not Healthy

Sometimes we think that if we avoid the sun and get our tans by going to a tanning salon we can avoid the dangers of melanoma. Unfortunately, this is not the case.

This form of cancer is on the rise, especially among young adults and adolescents.

Dr. Keeter Sechrist, a dermatologist reported that the biggest increase in melanoma is in young women, ages 20 to 30. The cause may be related to the behavior of going to tanning facilities.

Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that occurs in melanocytes, the cells that determine pigmentation.

Although the primary site of melanocytes is in the skin, they are also found in other parts of the body such as the eyes. Melanoma can develop wherever melanocytes are found.

When people are exposed to ultraviolet radiation, melanocytes can grow atypically and become cancerous.

The two main sources of ultraviolet exposure are tanning beds and the sun. Overexposure is detrimental to all people, even those with naturally dark skin.

Genital Wart Vaccine Approved for Boys and Young Men

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:21:31 GMT

A news item in Reuters of October 16, 2009 reported that Merck & Co. had won US approval to sell its cervical cancer vaccine for the the prevention of genital warts in boys and young men aged 9 through 26.

This vaccine, Gardasil, fights the HPV virus which causes genital warts.

(Reporting by Lisa Richwine; Editing by Richard Chang)

For more information on the HPV virus click on the link below.

Bald Spots and Sun Damage

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:53:56 GMT

Most of us don't think about SPF when it comes to our head. Anyone who has thinning hair or bald spots should seriously consider the risks of sun exposure to the scalp.

These areas increase your exposure to damaging ultraviolet rays, which can cause premature aging of the skin and increase your risk of skin cancer. Check for a sunscreen with a SPF rating of between 15 and 30.