Monthly Archives: June 2011

Soy cleansers gentle and effective for acne-prone skin

Posted on June 28, 2011 by

Acne is a common skin disease which affects millions of people, often starting in their teenage years. Sebum (oil) normally drains to the skin’s surface, but somehow gets blocked in the follicles (pores), causing bacteria to grow. There’s much debate … Continue reading →

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Soy – Not Just a Food Anymore

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

How have soybeans evolved as a main component in personal care products? Soybeans have long been known for food benefits, but they have evolved over the years into other products. History of the soybean can be traced to China, where … Continue reading →

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Caring for summer skin using natural soy cleansers

Posted on June 20, 2011 by

Spending a lot of time outdoors in the summer months can take its toll on skin. From sun damage to clogged pores, it’s just as important to care for your skin during the summer months. It’s probably tempting to wash … Continue reading →

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Brand new guidelines announced for sunscreens

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today its new guidelines for sunscreens. The guidelines, which won’t be final until 2012, include: “Broad spectrum” sunscreens must protect against both UVA and UVB rays. Only broad spectrum sunscreens with an SPF … Continue reading →

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The difference between UVA and UVB rays

Posted on June 10, 2011 by

UVA Rays UVA rays are long wave solar rays. While they have less energy than UVB rays, they can penetrate the deepest layers of skin and cause damage such as wrinkles and age spots. The cumulative damage of UVA rays … Continue reading →

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E. coli and food safety

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

Our blog has been devoted to skin cancer and sun safety the last few days, but thought it was important to address the topic of food safety in light of recent news of the E. coli outbreak in Germany. Several … Continue reading →

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