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Women's hands harbor more bacteria than men’s

Silky smooth skin is something all women desire. Having hair on the body is treated very normally for all human beings, but having excessive hair on some body parts is regarded as a problem especially in the case of women. The phenomenon where hair growth occurs on those body parts where there is little or no hair is medically called hirsutism.

We all experience a bout of bad breath early every morning, but brush, floss, use a mouthwash and there you are with a breath as fresh as the icy winds. However, what if all this fails and no matter what you do the bad breath just wouldn’t disappear, though your friends and close ones might, as soon as they can! Well in that case you are suffering from what is called – Chronic Halitosisdefine. But, not to worry, the good news is that the problem is curable. Here is how you can deal with it.

Pores are tiny openings in the skin that provide a way for the oil glands underneath to lubricate and protect the surface of the skin. This oil forms a protective layer over the skin and prevents moisture loss and helps to keep the skin soft and resilient. It also helps to prevent injury and environmental damage.

With winters, comes the dreaded cold and flu. However, following a few simple actions is all one needs to do to significantly reduce the chances of getting sick or spreading germs to family, friends and co-workers.

A day at the spa or a trip to a relaxing resort can be one of the most pampering, enjoyable times a woman can have. But when your schedule and your budget don’t leave room for professional indulgence, you can still de-stress and relax with this ‘at-home’ indulgence guide.

Spas, saloons, body care, skin care; you name and the treatments and advices will pour in. But, don’t follow fads blindly, look before you leap.

As more people realize the importance of health and fitness and head to gyms to work out, we face increased exposure to colds, flu, streptococcus and other germs as we sweat and strive to be healthy. From the change rooms to the showers to the equipment, the gym is full of warm, moist areas where bacteria and viruses can thrive – and where you can easily come in contact with them.

The condition of your hair and scalp is a clear pointer to your general well-being. Almost any illness or emotional stress can cause dull and lifeless hair, and your hair can therefore act as an early warning sign when you are out of sorts, or perhaps lacking in certain vitamins and minerals. But hair problems are also frequently caused by overexposure to chemicals (dyes, tints, and perms being the main culprits), heat from electrical styling appliances and the wear and tear of too much combing and brushing.

Eye infections are usually related to pinkeye (conjunctivitis), an inflammation of the sensitive mucous membranes that line the eyelids. Other causes of redness and irritation are a persistent scaliness on the eyelid edges (called blepharitis) and inflamed painful bumps at the base of the eyelashes (known as sty).