How to Fit Hair Removal into Your Skincare Routine
How to time shaving, waxing and other hair removal around exfoliants, retinoids, sunscreen and moisturizer so skin stays calm.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
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The skin below the neck is easy to forget until it becomes dry, rough or irritated. Our body care guides cover the habits that prevent that: washing gently, moisturizing while skin is still damp, looking after hands and feet, and removing hair in a way that suits your skin. The advice is simple and realistic, and it follows guidance from dermatology and health organizations. Where a problem such as cracked heels or a persistent rash may need treatment, the guides tell you when to seek it.
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Foot Care for Walking, Work, and Exercise
How to choose shoes and socks, prevent blisters and hard skin, and look after feet that walk, stand or exercise for hours.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
How to Choose Body Lotion for Sensitive Skin
How to choose a body lotion for skin that stings, itches or reacts: ingredients to seek and avoid, patch testing and how to apply.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
How to Clean Loofahs, Washcloths, and Shower Brushes
How to rinse, dry, disinfect and replace each kind of shower tool so that it does not harbor bacteria or mold.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
Laser Hair Removal vs IPL: Key Differences
How laser and IPL hair removal differ in technology, results, suitability for skin and hair colors, cost and safety.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
Sunscreen for Hands: How to Add It to Your Routine
Why the backs of the hands need sun protection, how to choose and reapply sunscreen there, and what to do when driving or having gel nails.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
Keratosis Pilaris: A Gentle Body Care Routine
What keratosis pilaris is, why scrubbing does not help, and a gentle routine of exfoliating lotions and moisturizer that smooths the bumps.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
Shaving in the Shower: Preparation and Aftercare
How to prepare, shave and care for skin when shaving legs, underarms or the bikini line in the shower, with fewer nicks and bumps.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read
How to Use an Epilator: A Beginner's Guide
A beginner's guide to epilating: preparing the skin, the technique that hurts least, aftercare and how to prevent ingrown hairs.
By Arni Sun · 4 min read