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Skin treatments include such procedures as Botox and laser skin resurfacing. Skin treatments should always be a final resort since they are costly and often have side effects. This section covers everything to do with skin treatments.

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Microdermabrasion is being billed as an "instant facelift" -- an effective alternative to surgical procedures and Botox. And now more and more men are giving it a shot. So how does it work exactly? See more »

5 Spa Dangers

5 Spa Dangers

You're supposed to leave a spa refreshed and rejuvenated -- not with a nasty fungal infection or bruises on your back. What are five dangers lurking in spas, and how can you avoid them?

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5 Strange Saunas

5 Strange Saunas

If you thought saunas were simply hot rooms filled with sweaty, nearly naked people, you'd be right. But did you know you can take these sweat boxes on the road?

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5 Wacky Spa Services

5 Wacky Spa Services

We've all heard about extravagant spa procedures -- everything from $500 face creams to diamond massages -- but what about the truly bizarre? How far will people go for their beauty treatments?

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5 Ways Petroleum Jelly Will Improve Your Skin

5 Ways Petroleum Jelly Will Improve Your Skin

Tyra Banks calls it one of her biggest beauty secrets. But the real secret is that you probably already have some of this inexpensive emollient around the house to sooth your cuts or grease your door hinges.

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Are chemical peels safe for all skin types?

Are chemical peels safe for all skin types?

Chemical peels can take years off your skin. But some people need to be more cautious about them than others.

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Can bleach cure eczema?

Can bleach cure eczema?

Bleach -- that household cleaning staple -- hardly seems like a soothing treatment for itchy, painful eczema. So is it a good idea to bathe your skin with the same stuff you scrub your tub with?

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Fact or Fiction: Botox

Fact or Fiction: Botox

Botox injections seem to be all the rage these days -- but is it true that Botox is actually a poison that can cause paralysis? Take this quiz and find out.

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Fact or Fiction: Chemical Peels

Fact or Fiction: Chemical Peels

When you think "chemical peel," do you have visions of doctors pouring burning chemicals over your face? Painful after-effects like shiny, itchy red skin? Take our quiz to find out how up-to-date your chemical peel knowledge is.

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How Balneotherapy Works

How Balneotherapy Works

A little water therapy after a long, hard day at work can feel really good. Is that bath benefiting your health, too?

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How Botox Works

How Botox Works

Banish unsightly neck bands. Clear away irksome crow's-feet. Botox injections are being used to erase the effects of time. Some say poison, some say wrinkle remedy. Find out all about Botox.

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How Carboxytherapy Works

How Carboxytherapy Works

For those wanting a quick fix to hide scars or cellulite, some health experts recommend carboxytherapy as a more affordable and less invasive alternative to surgery.

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How Chemical Peels Work

How Chemical Peels Work

Looking for a way to hide wrinkles, scars and sun damage? Chemical peels just might help reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. See what treatment options are available and what it could cost you.

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How Collagen Injections Work

How Collagen Injections Work

Collagen injections are a popular procedure for ridding yourself of wrinkles, creating a flawless face or attaining Angelina Jolie's perfect pout. But are collagen injections right for you?

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How Dermal Fillers Work

How Dermal Fillers Work

Several dermal fillers can improve the condition of damaged or aging skin. Choose the right one for you by understanding the differences between their active ingredients.

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How Facelifts Work

How Facelifts Work

Although it can't stop the aging process, a facelift can make you appear years younger. How is the facelift procedure performed? And what risks are involved with this type of cosmetic surgery?

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How Facials Work

How Facials Work

Many people are turning to facials to deeply cleanse and smooth out their skin. What kinds of facials are out there, and could one be right for you?

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How Juvederm Works

How Juvederm Works

Juvederm has fewer side effects than many other wrinkle solutions on the market. But are the results you'll get from this dermal filler worth the money you'll spend on it?

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How Laser Skin Resurfacing Works

How Laser Skin Resurfacing Works

Want to hide signs of aging? Laser skin resurfacing is a treatment that burns certain layers of the skin to reduce the appearance of age marks and foster growth of tighter, younger-looking skin.

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How Latisse Works

How Latisse Works

Some people looking for a way to grow longer eyelashes have turned to a drug called Latisse to help. But there are some serious side effects that have to be considered.

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How Microdermabrasion Works

How Microdermabrasion Works

Microdermabrasion is being billed as an "instant facelift" -- an effective alternative to surgical procedures and Botox. And now more and more men are giving it a shot. So how does it work exactly?

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