O.K. I am about to confess a guilty pleasure of mine, a mani-pedi. I feel more put together, large and in charge, when my fingernails and toes are polished and looking good. Unfortunately, chemotherapy and radiation can wreak havoc with skin and nails. Nails can become dry, brittle, discolored and even peel. During my chemotherapy for… Read More »
Sunburn protection is hot on the minds of everyone this summer particularly when coping with record-breaking temperatures. For many people swimming pools and beaches offer cool relief. This blog from our sun-safe friends at Coolibar can help you to be smart about the sun’s rays and shares important tips on how to protect yourself at… Read More »
I am not a cancer survivor. I am the mother of one. I understand the terror and trauma of a cancer diagnosis. Twenty-one years ago, my precious child Alyssa (age 8) was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Although it was more than 2 decades ago, I remember it like it was yesterday. On August… Read More »
Contributor: Pamela Friedman – CV Skinlabs StyleList calls not taking enough care of our skin, “one of the worst beauty mistakes a woman can make.” Extreme hot or cold days, dry indoor air, and overly hot showers can wreak havoc with skin. Flaky, irritated and dry skin is often already a problem for women undergoing… Read More »
For many years the debate has raged over whether aluminum in antiperspirant is safe, particularly for women fighting estrogen-positive breast cancer. That’s a complicated question that we can’t answer but what we can do is offer you some all-natural alternatives to try. When it comes to underarm care, it isn’t “one size fits all.” There… Read More »
