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When applying sunscreen, do you know all the spots you should cover? See the top 5 most commonly missed spots when applying sunscreen.

Can bleach cure eczema? Is it a good idea to bathe your skin with the same stuff you scrub your tub with? See if bleach can cure eczema.

Can you moisturize too much? Read about over-moisturizing and whether you can use too much moisturizer.

Can your sweat be different colors? It can if you have chromhidrosis. Read about chromhidrosis and what causes colored sweat.

Have you noticed an ammonia sweat smell when you've been exercising? See what causes it and what you can do to stop ammonia sweat smell.

What is an emollient? Read what makes an emollient different from a humectant and how emollient creams can help fight dry skin.

Will bleaching body hair hide it? Read about bleaching body hair and facial hair.

Weight loss in sleep is usually 2 or 3 pounds. Learn what happens at night to cause weight loss sleep at HowStuffWorks.

Does diet affect body odor? Are you really what you eat? Learn about food and your skin and if diet affects body odor at HowStuffWorks.

Balneotherapy, or the therapeutic use of water, is a safe and time-tested treatment. Learn about uses and history of balneotherapy.