Sunburns

Is this bad ? ? ?

2009-08-02T20:06:00.003-07:00

i got sunburn and i'm NOT peeling or have sunposioning, what the heck? my cousion told me i'm sick, im i really sick, or is cousin being STUPID AND ABSURD?
Is this bad ? ? ?
Sunburns are dangerous. The most serious consequence of over exposure to the sun is skin cancer. Peeling usually follows several days later. The pain of a sunburn is usually greatest between 6 and 48 hours after exposure.

First you must stop the burn

Use cool wet compresses for first 48 hours. Baking soda or vinegar compresses are comforting. Do not use ice.

Cool oatmeal baths may be helpful

NO lotions or petroleum jelly in the first 48 hours!! These hold in the heat!

Apply moisturizing lotions after 48 hours

If your hair color is blonde/red, your eye color blue/green and you have many freckles you have a high risk of developing skin cancer if you exposure your body to sun too much.
Is this bad ? ? ?
hmm u need skin care
Reply:It depends on how long ago you got the sunburn. If it has been over a week contact your doctor
Reply:your cousin is being stupid
Reply:if u just got sunburn your ok but if you had it for more than a week call a doctor
Reply:it's not dangerous, it's lucky. I wish I didn't peel. usually when this happens, it's just a little red and then goes tan.

If you're talking about a 3rd degree burn here, then I'd say something's definitely strange. but over all, I'd say you were just lucky this time and you'll have a nice tan to show for it.

If you're REALLY that worried, you can go to an MD and have them check it. but I'd say, no peeling, no cry!
Reply:No you should be fine just rube some sun screen over it before you go to bed and drink plenty of water if this does no help talk to your doctor.
Reply:As old as possible
Reply:maybe u should get ya skin check and use a diffrent body wash that my cure it or make it better u'r situation

Her ex bf just stopped by unannounced?

2009-08-02T20:06:00.002-07:00

she dated im a few years ago. dont hardly ever talked over the few years. The last time she talked to him was before we started dating. he contacted her last week by IM. Yesterday, he just stopped by unannounced. He was there for about 15 minutes. She told me, and i asked her if she talked about us? she said no, it didnt come up. Though she had sunburn, and when he asked her about it, she said she was at a tournament, my tournament, but admitted to me she purposely left me out of it. i asked her why, and she said she didnt want to throw it in his face. Please help me understand?
Her ex bf just stopped by unannounced?
hmm this is hard she should have said something ... like stand up or respect your relationship ... something like that .. instead of a tournament she should have said my b/f s tournament that was kindve messed up but at least she was honest
Her ex bf just stopped by unannounced?
Well at least she was honest in telling you that he stopped over. I think your over-analyzing this a bit if she wanted someone else I'm sure she would tell you as long as you guys have a good relationship. As long as it doesn't keep happening and she doesn't lie I would just let it slide. No need to cause a problem over nothing
Reply:First off an ex showing up without being invited , and the person invited him in ?? hMMMM let me to wonder maybe dep down she still wants him
Reply:She probably didn't want to hurt his feelings, she's with you why are you worried?
Reply:well it sounds like something's going on. he probably wants her back and she is too afraid to tell you. she's probably feeling very confused and scared. i wouldn't worry if i were you, it sounds like she really wants to stay with you. and she's being honest with you, so you're okay. :] just reaffirm to her that you're always there for her, night/day. always.

just letting her know that should really help.

other than that, there's really nothing you can do.

good luckkk !
Reply:Disregard my answer i completely misunderstood the question!
Reply:You just have to understand that girls have to keep a distance away from their boyfriends. what she means by throwing it in your face is that she wants to wait till she is comfortable with it and then tell you. It's how girls work. But you are not totally wrong, it is alright to be suspicious about what she said. But I advise you, wait till she is ready
Reply:i dunno i mean its different if he still cool with her fam
Reply:All I gotta say about that is don't be blind. I wouldn't really try to understand it-just be on the lookout for other signs. If she continues to see him I would have a serious talk. I'm not believing her but try not to ask so many questions or your gonna drive yourself crazy. Just let it go for now.
Reply:Perhaps she felt it would be awkward to talk to her ex BF about her present relationship, even if she doesn't feel anything toward him anymore. I mean, if you visited with an ex GF, would you want her to go on about the guy she's seeing? (Although a brief acknowledgement would've been nice...)
Reply:She may still have feelings for him. I'm not saying she wants to leave you and run to him but when you have truely moved on you don't care about hurting an Ex's feelings. Obviously something in their IM lead him to believe that he could just drop by anytime and be welcome.

You need to have a honest talk with you girlfriend and don't make any demands but let her know how you feel and see where you relationship goes from there.

Cold sore help?

2009-08-02T20:06:00.001-07:00

ok, so I get nasty cold sores from time to time. Got a sunburn on my lips last weekend %26amp; now I'm paying for it. Have a Monster one on top that's going for biggest %26amp; most painful I've ever had %26amp; a slighly smaller one smack in middle of lower lip. My prescription pills only work at the first tingle if I take before the sore erupts %26amp; I missed my 2 minute time frame. I look like an ogre. Anybody have any useful tips/tricks that I haven't already tried??? P.S. I've tried every over the counter topical in my lifetime %26amp; they don't work.
Cold sore help?
Prevention mouth wash is the best product I've used for cold sores. It heals the area and keeps infection from spreading or getting worse. Gets rid of cold sores fairly quickly, a lot faster than most medicated creams. It's inexpensive too. You can get it at most major stores, Walmart, etc..

http://www.preventionmouthrinse.com/cons...

http://www.nurses.com/ecommcenters/preve...
Cold sore help?
CARMEX works great and is cheap.
Reply:pop em n put salt n limon on it....n by the way thats nasty
Reply:try some chapstick... :/

blistex works real good. get the medicated green package one or the dark blue package one.
Reply:I hear blistex is pretty good... carmex always works for me... ugh, that really sucks though. Good luck with treating them!

鈾?br>Reply:Well, what I always do with any pustule is heat up a needle and pop the sucker. Getting all the pus out helps a lot.
Reply:sadly there is very little you can do. Keep aplying ointment to keep is from drying out.
Reply:Better see your Dr.-
Reply:Get Abreva. Apply as directed. This stuff really DOES WORK. It's expensive ... over $14 for a 'teeny, tiny' tube, but that tube will become your 'best friend' if you get cold sores.
Reply:abreva works great but ull have to pay almost $20 bucks for it, id use carmex, only .97 cents at walmart
Reply:When you go out in the sun make shure you wear chap stick

with sunblock in it. you can find it at wal mart. Now for cold sores in genral use blistex it works!
Reply:I have learned just through trial and error that if I drink too much juice (vitamin c??) that they dont heal as fast. Also I like Abrevia! My mama used to put a dab of rubbing alcohol on my lip.. Im not really sure how safe that is, but I still do it... and it seems to dry it up. My friend says a steeped and hot tea bag is relieving and softens it up so it heals less painful.
Reply:It burns like fire but i use alcohol rubbing kind and it dries it up faster plus kills germs
Reply:Not only can cold sores cause pain and discomfort for several days, they鈥檙e so noticeable, they can be embarrassing too. Although living with cold sores can be a hassle, treating them doesn鈥檛 have to be. Remember, they are caused by a virus and are considered a medical condition鈥攜our healthcare provider can help. Call them they will help and give you tips.
Reply:Doesn't Abreva 鈩?help?
Reply:Hi ogre, opps i mean catwoman ha ha ha. Only joking! Get a cold, used tea bag and press it against the sores, keeping it there for hours if you can ( you're in then eh ha ha ha ) and change the bag around when it becomes warm! Also try lavender oil! It really works! Gently rub a little bit of the oil into the sores and if it dries out, put some more on, its great stuff. Hope you return from ogre land very soon! Good luck.

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I have mild acne and i'm going to exercise cuz sweating helps your acne?

2009-08-02T20:06:00.000-07:00

but when i exercise i'm afraid i will get sunburn so it is ok to put on some sun screen when i'm exercising will it clog my pore when im sweating? or maybe some moisturizer with spf 15 will it clog my pore ? or should i put on no cream on my face when im exercising? should i first cleanse my face with a facial wash before going to exercise? or exercise without cleaning my face and without any cream on and go home afterward washing my face with a cleanser and putting on the cream such as moisturizer? Like when you sweat it actually opens up your pores to get rid of toxin, but even if you wear an oil-free sunscreen wouldn't the sunscreen go into your pore and clog it? i don't understand how it is oil-free when you put it on your face when the pore open it will go into the pore?
I have mild acne and i'm going to exercise cuz sweating helps your acne?
use aveno positively radiant daily moisturizer. It has SPF 15 and it doesn't clog your pores. %26amp; sweating doesn't help your acne it makes it worse. The sun clears up your acne. but not TOO much sun. surnburs=bad. healthy sun glow=tan%26amp;no acne
I have mild acne and i'm going to exercise cuz sweating helps your acne?
excercize doesnt help your acne sweating clogs up your pores even more
Reply:sweating makes it worse
Reply:that shouldn't make you stop exercising. there are solutions for acne, first of them is hygiene
Reply:Firstly, you're completely wrong. Sweating doesn't help acne more at all or in anyway. It makes the pores/acne even worse because when you sweat it contains bacteria and that's what causes acne..

What does a Tattoo Feel like????

2009-08-02T20:05:00.003-07:00

I'm really serious about getting a tattoo, my friend got one and says it feels like a cat scratch, but others said it feels like an indian sunburn, so I don't know, but I know the pain varies where you get it, so what about on your low tummy close to your hip on the side???
What does a Tattoo Feel like????
It has a lot to do with where it is placed. If you get it in an area where there is more fat and muscle it doesn't hurt as much as it does on bone (like your ankle). It also depends on who does the tattoo. Some hurt worse than others, you may hear the term "heavy handed", the people who have that reputation usually go to deep or to hard. Over all I would compare the pain to a sweat bee. I have also heard it feels like ant bites. Hope this helps.
What does a Tattoo Feel like????
feels like you have a scar. i've had mine since i was 18 and i hate it.
Reply:one hurt like heck the whole time being done

other one barely hurt
Reply:When you get it it feels like you're being scratched really hard. Then feels like an indian sunburn while it's healing. After that you shouldn't feel it if it was done properly.
Reply:No idea and i never wanna get a tatoo.
Reply:never had one, but some ppl say it hurts others say it dont, i guess its youre pain tolerence
Reply:bee stings real fast is kinda how it feels and kinda a burn numb feel its not the worse pain in the world though.
Reply:A needle jammed into you many times, very fast!
Reply:I don't have one. But I hear it's really painful on the back, ankle and toe areas.
Reply:It only hurts if you're a weenie.
Reply:it only hurts while getting it, then it doesn't hurt after that
Reply:it feelslike you want to get rid of it.
Reply:terrible i heard it hurts for three days
Reply:people can say it doesn't hurt (they are liars who want to sound tough, in my opinion), and some parts of the body really don't hurt (others hurt really bad), but in general you should expect some pain and depending on the placement of said tattoo and length of sitting time it can get pretty painful, but it's also worth it. I sat 5 hours for the "soft" side of my forearm and the last half of that I was wincing and grimacing through the conversation. The other painful piece I had done was on my chest, and in particular near my nipple. good luck.
Reply:It fells like somebody heated up the tip of an icepick and stuck it in your skin and started to move the icepick around. After about 5 minutes the area starts to go numb, so it will be less painful. It mainly the outline of the tattoo you fell. The colouring is a breeze.
Reply:it herts alittle bit but that's ok be a little mazochic and you will enjoy the pain .a tattoo feels like an abnormal artistic stain in your body, a different pease of skin will make the difference i gess.i think you should try it ,just to avoide the routine and you have to change your look to get on well with your new tattoo.
Reply:I got mine right above my *****, it felt life hard scratching right near my bones. There no fat there to cushin the pain so that's where it hurt the most. Especially after her kept going over it with the differenet colors. But after a while your adrenaline kicks in %26amp; it just feels sore. When it is healing it feels like a rug/indian burn. Not that bad. .. but it really itches when it starts to peel, be sure not to scratch it though.... ok well good luck!!!.

p.s. make sure you research your tattoo artist %26amp; that you are completly satisfied with everything about the design. If there is something that you don't like, don';t be afraid nto speak up...

Irritated skin?

2009-08-02T20:05:00.002-07:00

Lastnite my nose and the part of skin above my lips was very irritated...sore and red. and if I smiled it felt tight and ruff. Today It it now mainly the part above lips. PLEASE is there ANYTHING I can do about it???? I have my homecoming dance tonite!!!!!! I don't want my face to be red, and I wana be able to smile without my face feeling like its streching.

I tried that aloe stuff for sunburn , it didn't work. what do i do!?!?!?
Irritated skin?
sleep
Irritated skin?
try lipgloss and keep putting it on all day dont smile more then you need to till to night and drink tons of water
Reply:u could use something called vic's for nose and vaseline for lip problem or lip gloss galor.
Reply:try something cool - like a cool compress or even an ice cube though a little messy and then apply a little vaseline to the spot. this will soften it a little. It culd be several things happening. You could be getting a blemish or just the air drying you out but that should help a little
Reply:Doesn't this stuff always happen at times like Homecoming?

Vaseline makes creams that help with this without being oily. I would continuously throughout the day continuously apply cream to the area and put a small bottle of cream in your purse tonight--it would be best if you could find one without a scent and hypoallergenic.

Have fun!
Reply:get some milk from fridge put it on some gauze or flannel apply to the skin for 5 minutes milk has a anti inflammatory properties that will take the itch away or petroleum jelly

Which is funnier?

2009-08-02T20:05:00.001-07:00

people replying to jokes that they heard before to old heard before so no one else has the right to hear it

cos i know it and everyone else must

or

A man goes to the doctor's because he's been sunbathing to long and has got terribly burnt.

"yes" says the doctor, after examining the chap's whole body "its definately sever sunburn. I'll write you a prescription."

Checking to see what the doctor has prescribed, the chap was surprised that he had written down calamine lotion and viagra.

"that's odd", said the chap. "I can see the need for the calamine lotion, but why the viagra ?"

The doctor replies :

"That's to keep the sheets off you at night".

did you know

More money is spent these days on breast implants and viagra then it is on dementia.

So that means that in 20 years time we wil all be walking around with perky titts and stiff co-cks but have no idea why
Which is funnier?
hahahaha thats so funny %26amp; thanks Conan now you have explained to me why you keep posting the same joke i understand now so no need for me to ask you again because they all do have the right to hear your funny jokes :) 鈾?br>Which is funnier?
in case they delete http://www.adultsheepfinder.co...

it is not a video nor will it put spam etc in your computer Report It

Reply:thanks but if thats a dating site %26amp; i'm married Report It

Reply:heard it ,but worth a second LOOK!!!!!
Reply:I read the first one,the second I didn't read it .....

the first !
Reply:lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:hd it b4**********
Reply:i think your tomato is funnier haha
Reply::) hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhah. lol.
Reply:Hahahahahaaaaaaaaaa.... HAHA... not so funny

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My skin hurts!?

2009-08-02T20:05:00.000-07:00

I know, stupid thing but I can't see my shoulders up close. They feel like they are bruised. Is this just the skin tightening? Should I use cold or warm water? Any products anyone would recamend? I hate sunburn :( but it has never hurt like this. It is not blistering or shedding.
My skin hurts!?
Use cool water. Warm water makes it worse. Also get a aloe vera gel for sunburns and apply it to your sunburn. It will make it feel a lot better.

Hope you heal soon.
My skin hurts!?
cold water.pure aloe vera gel and then some vinegar

Help needed...c'mon i know you people know this.?

2009-08-02T20:04:00.002-07:00

Ok so i have very white skin and i was out at the pool for four hours today and stupid blonde me didnt put sun block on and well i live in Arizona so..yeahhhhh..i got a Huge sunburn on my shoulders and back and a little on my cheeks.. well its terrible on my shoulders i can barely move them. Do you know anything that can get rid of the burning and redness. And OH how can i prevent it from peeling skin??
Help needed...c'mon i know you people know this.?
it's going to peel, you can't really do anything about it. use aloe vera and lotion to mosturize it. for some reason, when i got sunburned, i put ice on it and it made it better. also i heard taking advil helps.
Help needed...c'mon i know you people know this.?
white vinegar
Reply:ALOE! Banana Boat makes a lotion with Vitamin E and Aloe that is supposed to help you not peel. Next time remember the sun block!
Reply:aloe vera works well, it gives a cooling sensation. If blisters form, you might want to get checked out. As for peeling skin, possibly moisturizing.
Reply:I don't know about the peeling skin, but Aloe Vera lotion, cream, etc... is the best for sun burn redness and burning. Good Luck, I am fair skinned as well, and I KNOW that hurts!
Reply:aloa vera gel.
Reply:cactus plant (aloe vera)

witch hazel possibly.

ice..might help

and advil/tylenol
Reply:I don't know if the peeling can be stopped as you burned the skin. For the pain try Vinegar or Noxzema Cream.
Reply:Butter, good old landolakes, not margarine.
Reply:Doh! Well, the bad news is, it's going to peel. A sunburn is no different than, say, touching a hot iron briefly. It's a "superficial burn," meaning it only penetrates through the first layer of your skin.

But it's still a burn, and that skin is still dead. It'll have to peel away. You can keep aloe on it to help it feel better, and stay super hydrated. OTC pain killers will help with the pain. Once the redness and pain go away a bit, you can use a loofa or shower poof to GENTLY exfoliate the skin. But be very careful. That skin underneath is new and probably pretty unhappy with you already.

And FYI, May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. If getting a totally painful sunburn doesn't make you more aware, I don't know what will! :) Good luck, get some SPF!
Reply:Regular Petroleum jelly."Vaseline".Use lots and apply in the morning,midday,and at night.Try it you will like it.Keep the area covered when you go outside.

If you usually tan without any types of lotion or anything, then will you get skin cancer?

2009-08-02T20:04:00.001-07:00

Because I always tan without any creams or anything because I am just a kid. I'm only 12 but I never wear sunscreen because I want to get tan. And I never get a sunburn either. But I am still curious and although I might not because I'm young I still want to know what will happen. Like COULD skin cancer occur?
If you usually tan without any types of lotion or anything, then will you get skin cancer?
if you sunbathe without suncream over time it doesnt mean you automatically get skin cancer it just means you are at higher risk. suncream doesnt stop u getting a tan,, it stops the uv rays from harming you. you ca still get a tan with suncream
If you usually tan without any types of lotion or anything, then will you get skin cancer?
you can get skin cancer no matter what type of skin you have or how easily you tan. it doesn't have anything to do with getting sunburn. you can get it no matter what
Reply:Over-Exposure to UV rays, like those from the sun, could increase your chances of getting skin cancer. On the other hand, no exposure to the sun would be bad as well and reduce your body's ability to metabolize Vitamin D, and some other things you need.

Try to limit your exposure by using a good sun blocker while you're outside. The sun that does get through will be enough. Tanning is a uniquely human idea. If you're a vain person who *has* to live up to other people's standards of what you "should look like"...then tanning would seem important to you...I hope you are not one of those people.

Use sun block when outside now and avoid the added chances of getting skin cancer when you're older. People will like you no matter what shade your skin is.

My skin is horrible!!!Help!?

2009-08-02T20:04:00.000-07:00

Okay so just recently my skin broke out really bad so I went to the doctor.He gave me stuff to try out (I forget what its called).The instructions were to put the stuff on after I wash my face with my face wash.I use Proactive.After a few days my acne was going away.Then I noticed my skin was dried out.I thought maybe it was that time of the year when skin gets dry.The next morning my face was swollen and peeling like a sunburn.The swelling is gone and my face is still a little dry.My acne is coming back.When should I start washing my face again and how often?
My skin is horrible!!!Help!?
If you're using a prescription topical, use a very gentle cleanser. Also, don't forget to moisturize. Stop the proactive for a while. Just a gentle, nonmedicated, milky cleanser, a moisturizer and the topical. That will probably calm your skin. If you're drying out and irritating your skin, it will continue to break out.
My skin is horrible!!!Help!?
Consult your doc...did you tell him you are using Proactive?

Maybe the stuff he gave you is not to be used with Proactive and thatz why this bad reaction happened...neways rather than making matters worse go to the doc.

GoodLuck!
Reply:maybe you were allergic to the "stuff" call and ask your docter about it
Reply:clean your face with moisturizer soap, pat dry, you can also make a solution with lemon as a astringent, that will make your face feel clean
Reply:Water, drink lots of water. It will cleanse toxins, which make you break out and keep your skin from drying out. Don't over wash your face, 2 maybe 3 times a day. Try pure aloe gel on your face it will help heal and moisturize your face.
Reply:I use Proactive too. After your skin gets used to it, it can take the scrubbing and doesn't get as red anymore. After the three step process, you have to use another moisturizer...one that isn't too heavy. Try Hope In A Jar.

But I noticed with Proactive, you can't stop using it....you will start to break out again. It's like heroin. :P
Reply:try asking your doctor for a pill called acutane you take it for a couple of months it may dry your face out at first but moisturizer will fix that but after a couple of months your acne will be gone forever..i swear it works
Reply:talk to your doctor. you might have had an allergic reaction to the stuff he gave you (make sure he knows EVERYTHING that you use for your face) and/or there might have been a chemical reaction.
Reply:You just induced a severe chemical burn with the products you used on your face.

What was the prescription - did it mention not to use it with products containing benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid or other chemicals?

Proactiv contains benzoyl peroxide. It strips the skin just like a sunburn - causing the same damage to your skin as a sunburn.

Does your face wash also contain benzoyl peroxide?

Your acne will be worse than you ever imagined, because you have stripped your skin of the cells that usually fight bacteria, protect against UV rays and moisture loss.

Ask your mom to read the recommendation for this situation on my web site at: http://www.sunflowernaturals.com/acne.sh...

It's just a gentle oatmeal pack, but make sure your mom says it's okay before you try it. It would help relieve pain, help rebuild cells and feed your skin to help it get healthy again.

Hey, I'm sorry you had to suffer from this.

c++

I need help?

2009-08-02T20:03:00.003-07:00

well, i go swimming a lot.. and im VERY dark. so when i go swimming, what time would it be best to go swimming around?? and if i wear a long sleeved shirt on top, then do you think it would decrease the risk to get sunburned?
I need help?
they sell special shirts that have uv pretectant in them

http://www.coolibar.com/swimming-sun-pro...

You should always have sunscreen on spf15 of higher to protect your skin from the sun, no matter how dark or light your skin is. The worst time to be in the sun is between 10 am and 3pm that is when the rays are at there highest peek.
I need help?
Well, you can get sunburned through a shirt, so that won help much, and you should be safe without sunscreen after 4 pm
Reply:7-8 because the uv rays wont get to you when its dusk

What are some signs of skin cancer?

2009-08-02T20:03:00.002-07:00

I keep getting sunburned.
What are some signs of skin cancer?
okay, first of all Please start putting on some sunblock when going outside Find out when the sun at the strongest point and avoid outside exposure at that time. Wear long sleeved loose fitting shirts when outside. But the best advice is to wear the sunscreen.

Also the ABC's of melanoma

A--appearance (is it changing, growing, looking spotting, irregular in shape and color)

Is any of the moles over a cm in size

When in doubt see your dermatologist get is taken off and have it analyzed.

Better safe than sorry
What are some signs of skin cancer?
The most common warning sign of skin cancer is a change in the appearance ofthe skin, such as a new growth or a sore that will not heal.

The term "skin cancer" refers to three different conditions. Fromthe least to the most dangerous, they are:

basal cell carcinoma (or basal cell carcinoma epithelioma)

squamous cell carcinoma

melanoma

The two most common forms of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma andsquamous cell carcinoma. Together, these two are also referred to as nonmelanomaskin cancer. Melanoma is generally the most serious form of skin cancer becauseit tends to spread (metastasize) throughout the body quickly.
Reply:moles that are either

multi-colored,

asymmetrical,

have uneven edges,

moles that turn red, white, or blue,

larger than 1/4'' diameter,

any change in size, color, etc.

could be warning signs of skin cancer
Reply:first of all DONT GET SUNBURNT the signs i had (4 years ago)a mole that changed in shape and colour,it was a malignant melanoma,i had an operation to remove all the cancer,since then ive had several small moles removed,i have checups every 3 months im not out of the woods!i used to be a terrible sunworshipper when i was younger(there was no talk of skin cancer then)im 46,ive learnt the hard way and i now stay out of the sun completely (ive got to)i want to see my grandkids grow up

How does aloe vera work?

2009-08-02T20:03:00.001-07:00

I have a really bad sunburn and I used aloe vera. I'm curious on what aloe vera really does. I know it forms a protective barrier which helps retain moisture and promotes healing but does it do anything else for a sun burn? possibly prevent peeling?
How does aloe vera work?
Aloe vera gel straight from the plant is used for sunburns, insect bites, minor cuts, it helps speed the healing process of your skins bobos, it soothes your bobos, it is good for mosquito bites and it helps heal and soothe your rashes.

Skin problem.?

2009-08-02T20:03:00.000-07:00

As you can see I have dark skin, however I have never suffered from uneven skin pigmentation. The problem is I went to the beach this past weekend and I got really burnt. And now my skin is peeling, the first parts to start peeling became lighter (obviously since all the other skin was coming off and I'm going back to my natural skin tone) but todays when i was showering the peeling sort of developed and now most of my arm is peeling but even in the parts where I've already shed some sking you can see a patches of whiter skin.

I'm really worried cause I don't know if its just the sunburn and it will eventually look normal again or if I might have caught some type of fungus or skin problem thing.

Please help.
Skin problem.?
Consult a dermatologist..
Skin problem.?
Sounds like you got sunburned. The skin under the burn is lighter because it hasen't been tanned by the sun. It will probably darken as you expose it to the sun...but don't overdo it again! Use sunblock; I know we (if you are black) don't think that we need it, but we do.

What product works best for acne/pimples/zits that look like blisters?

2009-08-02T20:02:00.003-07:00

My 15 year old brother has developed three dime size pimples on his nose that frighteningly look like blisters, one is so bad it looks like it sort of burst. He does not mess with them at all!! They are very frightening, and I'm afraid they may end up disfiguring his face. They've been around for a couple of weeks and don't look like they'll be leaving without an intervention. He uses maximum strengh clarasil wipes right now on his entire face, but there is absolutely no effect on his nose. What product can you all suggest that will take care of these horrible zits? (and please, it's not a result of sunburn,we are not having a sunny season where we live)

Thanks!
What product works best for acne/pimples/zits that look like blisters?
there is something at walmart it comes in a pack with the cleanser toner and repair lotion and its called Acne .. something i can't remeber i think acne free maybe?? but its like 20 dollars for the set. My sister got it and she has terrible acne on her chin and using it everyday there was HUGE results in close to a week and a half. i would really recommend this!!! i wish i could remeber exactly the name but i think acne free. its orange and white.
What product works best for acne/pimples/zits that look like blisters?
PROACTIVE!
Reply:sounds like impetigo to me...
Reply:cetaphil (i think thats how you spell it) but you can get it at costco for super cheap
Reply:This problem is not just skin deep but is a system wide issue - I would not be surprised if he also had them on his neck/shoulders/chest. If he can got to a dermatologist, Accutane is a powerful medicine for the sort of "cystic" acne - it dries out every pore in your body and can sometimes actually "cure" the acne. I recommend going to a doctor rather than try over the counter for this serious and really painful and scarring disease.

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Reply:Don't laugh. Tell him to put Preparation H on them. It takes the swelling down. He can also try toothpaste(not the gel). Even try peroxide on them especially if they have popped. It will burn but help to clear it up. Best of luck to him!!!!
Reply:you can use proactive that worked for my face.
Reply:Pimples are lesions that occur when the skin鈥檚 pores are obstructed or infected.The most basic form of pimple prevention is hygiene and preventive skin care.Helpful solutions for pimples at http://solutionsforpimples.blogspot.com/

Burning sensation on skin when touched....?

2009-08-02T20:02:00.002-07:00

i have no rash or anything.....it started on the top of my **** days ago...but now same sensation is on my thigh on the same side....it feels like sunburn.. but skin is not hot...but there's nothing there....what could this be??....i'm not on anything..no antibiotics..nothing....please help!...
Burning sensation on skin when touched....?
The same thing is happening to my middle toe. It is the strangest thing! When the toe brushes against the bed or the sofa it's excrusiating burning feeling
Burning sensation on skin when touched....?
I'm not really sure but maybe fibromyalgia. I would def. go see your doctor about it. Good Luck!

Pain is the most prominent symptom of fibromyalgia. It usually involves "tender points" on the body where pain seems the greatest. Here is a link to the points and the top of the **** and the back of the thighs are 2 of the points. http://www.arthritis.org/conditions/Dise...

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Remix? Help....?

2009-08-02T20:02:00.001-07:00

Does anyone know of any mixes (preferably drum%26amp;bass like) of the song "Sunburn" by Muse? I?

I heard this remix around a few years ago and have it on a tape somewhere which does me no good. The closest thing I've found is the Timo Maas mix, but that is definitely much different. Anybody??
Remix? Help....?
There are the mixes of Sunburn done by Armin Van Buuren and Atb too.

I SKIPPED SCHOOL TODAY BUT lM REALLY WORRIED??????

2009-08-02T20:02:00.000-07:00

I skipped school today and walked to the local mall it was a 2 hour walk. I got there and ate lunch. Another 2 hours to come back home.

I hung outside for 1 hour and a half for school to end then went back to school.

When i got home i had a MAJOR sunburn on my face.

I was outside for 5 hours and a half in the 100 degree texas weather.

how do i get rid of the sun burn????

how bad does peeling look like???
I SKIPPED SCHOOL TODAY BUT lM REALLY WORRIED??????
I guess there's a cheesy moral like "value your education" behind this, but think of it this way: you need to go to school, because only an idiot would go out in the sun in hundred degree weather for five hours without protection from the sun (and I'm presuming this because you probably wouldn't have gotten the sunburn if you had gotten in the shade at least). Ah, sweet irony.
I SKIPPED SCHOOL TODAY BUT lM REALLY WORRIED??????
dont worry mate just think of those innocent Iraqi's who have no education and are being killed by your government for OIL.
Reply:ohh your guna get in trouuble!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!You shouldnt of skipped school.I did it once and got detention for three weeks!!!!
Reply:Peeling is fun...you get to shed off skin...and peel it...I love peeling my skin. Sometimes I burn just to peel.
Reply:Aloe Vera works great for sun burn. You can get it at wal-mart or any other drug store.
Reply:why would you skip school?-sounds like you're lazy
Reply:at first sunburns dont hurt. after a few hours it will. you have litterally burnt and killed a layer of your upper layer of skin called the epidermis. this will peel and make way for new cells from your lower layer called the dermis. the severity of peeling will depend on how bad the burn is. use lotions with aloe vera and keep it moisturized might help. also UV rays can penetrate cloud cover so even if its cloudy outside use sun screen.
Reply:aloe vera works..if you go to the store there are alot of products that help sun burn. Just wash your face with cool water before and put the aloe vera on and within i would say a week it should go away. If you use the aloe vera it shouldn't peel as bad.
Reply:unfotunatly you cannot get rid of sunburn by doing something. its goes away with time. also not all people peel but if you do there again is not much you can do . you can apply moisterizer made for your face and that will minimize the appearance of it peeling. Also when you get outta the shower take a wash cloth and scrub your face . it will take off all the dead skin cells. If it bothers you that much and you have extra cash you can visit a dermatologists office and get a microderm abbraision which takes off the top layers of the epedermis.
Reply:wow yor r in trouble

Brother burned playing with fire?

2009-08-02T20:01:00.003-07:00

My brother and his friend were messing around with AXE body spray and fire and in the process my brother got minor burns on his legs and one on his foot that look like minor 1st degree burns from the pictures i have seen on the web. Some of his hair was burned off in the process but only on the back of the leg. To avoid getting in trouble he shaved his legs and just told my parents he lost a bet with the friend who was with him. He immediately ran to his shower turned it on the coldest temperature and soaked it for about 10 minutes. I then gave him solar cain and he shaved his legs. There is a burn on the back of his leg that has bumps and is a little red like a sunburn and his foot has the same thing but a little more red and it hurts more. I am asking this because he plays football and i was wondering if it is ok for him to put on shoes on the burn and if it will get infected. What should we do (btw i had nothing to do with it and we would rather no t mention this to my mom)
Brother burned playing with fire?
The little bumps indicate a 2nd degree burn. He should be ok to wear shoes, as long as he keeps the affected areas clean. This means that right after his practices and games, he needs to clean the burns thoroughly. Just an fyi, your first aid was right on the mark! Good job!
Brother burned playing with fire?
He needs to have the burn evaluated by a doctor,who can give him burn cream to ward off infection.He definitely needs to keep it clean.
Reply:i believe that those 'little bumps' are going to be 'little blisters'.

Minor Burn Injury

1. Soak the burn in cool water for 15 minutes.

2. Apply cool cloth to the burn for a few minutes each day.

3. Apply BurnRx (see below) to the burn and cover it with a dressing or bandage.

4. Re-apply burn with BurnRx to promote healing.

5. Apply topical antibiotic to the burn to prevent infection if necessary.

6. If necessary, take over-the-counter pain medication to control pain.

7. If burn pain, redness, swelling persists or if there are signs of infection see a physician.

Cool The Burn:

Use lots of COOL water. Be creative. You can use wet towels - this works well for cooling areas that cannot be immersed in a tub. (Be sure youre-wet the towels often as they will get warm.) Garden hoses, bathtubs, rivers, streams, whatever you can get to.

A word of caution: DO NOT USE ICE OR ICE WATER ON ANYTHING OTHER THAN A MINOR BURN! It will cause body heat loss.

3. Cover The Burn

It seems like the last thing you would want to do if you have just burned yourself, but it works. It will keep air from entering the wound; this will help to alleviate the pain and prevent infection.

Use a dry sterile dressing or a clean cloth and loosely bandage in place.

** DO-NOTS

- Do not apply ice to a burn unless it is VERY minor.

- Do not touch the burn with anything other than a dressing.

- DO NOT BREAK BLISTERS!

anywho. an answer to your question. he can wear shoes if he wants- but make sure you help him wrap up his foot with sterile gauze/dressings- use an ankle wrap bandage or whatever to keep it all in place- but dont make any of these dressings too tight. snug is ok. not tight.

What were the name of these sunglasses called???

2009-08-02T20:01:00.002-07:00

These sunglasses were popular in the mid-eighties. The had little leather or cloth "visors'' that were attached on the sides to keep the sun from peeking in on the side when you were wearing them. Some also had an attachment to clip on at the nose to protect it from sunburn. I remember seeing them used a lot with artic explorers and alpine skiiers.
What were the name of these sunglasses called???
glacier glasses
What were the name of these sunglasses called???
I had several pair of those when I was an avid skier up in the Poconos in Pennsylvania. They were great glasses. Report It

Reply:get a dolorian.....and grab michael j. fox while your at it....
Reply:I always heard them referred to as alpines or simply having leather side shields, but that was years after the height of their popularity.
Reply:I'm not quite sure but they could be here:

http://www.bizrate.com/sunglasses/produc...

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Joke,husband n wife,must read,courtesy yahoo groups?

2009-08-02T20:01:00.001-07:00

TO MY DEAR WIFE:

During the past year I have tried to make love to you 365 times.

I have succeeded 36 times, which is an average of once every ten days.

The following is a list of why I did not succeed more often:

54 times the sheets were clean

17 times it was too late

49 times you were too tired

20 times it was too hot

15 times you pretended to be sleep

22 times you had a headache

17 times you were afraid of waking the baby

16 times you said you were too sore

12 times it was the wrong time of the month

19 times you had to get up early

9 times you said weren't in the mood

7 times you were sunburned

6 times you were watching the late show

5 times you didn't want to mess up your new hairdo

3 times you said the neighbors would hear us

9 times you said your mother would hear us

Of the 36 times I did succeed, the activity was not satisfactory because:

6 times you just laid there

8 times you reminded me there's a crack in the ceiling

4 times you told me to hurry up and get it over with

7 times I had to wake you and tell you I finished

1 time I was afraid I had hurt you because I felt you move

KEEP READING.......

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TO MY DEAR HUSBAND:

I think you have things a little confused. Here are the reasons you didn't get more than you did:

5 times you came home drunk and tried to screw the cat

36 times you did not come home at all

21 times you didn't come with energy

33 times you came too soon

19 times you went soft before you got in

38 times you worked too late

10 times you got cramps in your toes

29 times you had to get up early to play golf

2 times you were in a fight and someone kicked you in the balls

4 times you got it stuck in your zipper

3 times you had a cold and your nose was running

2 times you had a splinter in your finger

20 times you lost the motion after thinking about it all day

6 times you came in your pajamas while reading a dirty book

98 times you were too busy watching TV

Of the times we did get together:

The reason I laid still was because you missed and were screwing the sheets.

I wasn't talking about the crack in the ceiling, what I said was, "Would you prefer me on my back or kneeling?"

The time you felt me move was because you farted and I was trying to breathe.
Joke,husband n wife,must read,courtesy yahoo groups?
that was nice..thanks for the laughs :)
Joke,husband n wife,must read,courtesy yahoo groups?
hahaha

v. funny !
Reply:Hilarious Who ever knew they each had different sides tot he same story
Reply:That last bit is funny.

It's pretty good.
Reply:lol :)
Reply:that was a good one!!!!!!!!! lol,,,,poor people these days,,,,,hit and miss,,,hit and miss,,,lol....
Reply:very funny. bets I've heard ever. rotflmao. keep up the good work!
Reply:LMAO! That was great! Thanks for the giggles!
Reply:very funny
Reply:oooooooooooooooooooooooooookkkkkkkkkkkkk but i guess it was funny
Reply:Lucky that it is just a joke. LOL, it might start an argument.
Reply:I loved this joke I'm still laughing.I am going to have my husband read this tonight.It just might help us get back on the right track.Thank you for this joke keep it up please.
Reply:That was pretty funny!!

I went on a 12 mile hike yesterday now I'm in pain any suggestions?

2009-08-02T20:01:00.000-07:00

I hiked to the top of a very tall mountain yesterday 12 mile round trip 11,750 feet is the elevation that I hiked to. Might I add it's hard to breathe up there but well worth it. Anyway. Today I am sunburned and my muscles ache really bad. Any suggestions?
I went on a 12 mile hike yesterday now I'm in pain any suggestions?
Aloe vera gel for the sunburn (a green gel you can find in drugstores and most food markets). Advil (or any other painkiller/ anti-inflammatory) for your muscles.

Relax; since you don't do this everyday, your muscles aren't used to it. They need recovery time, so give yourself a few days without strenuous exercise. Stretch often so they won't seize up. Take a cold shower. I always take a cold shower after a longer-than-usual run, and this seems to help with soreness. Good luck!
I went on a 12 mile hike yesterday now I'm in pain any suggestions?
drink water, stretch and relax
Reply:Ibuprofen is an anti inflammatory, so it might help with the muscle aches. Aloe Vera, Noxzema (I know it sounds weird, but it's a nice, cool feeling) or vinegar may help with the sunburn.
Reply:Gosh I know how you feel. I took a 3 hour ballet class two days ago and I can't move still. I've been stretching and massaging my muscles. Each day gets a little better.

Next time be sure to warm up. It'll help avoid the pain later on.
Reply:Dig a hole 11,750 feet deep to even everything out.....
Reply:A5-35 or Neo-flex
Reply:Take a hot bath and a long nap
Reply:HOT bath with epsom salts, thermogesic gel, and ibuprofin. Guarantee you'll feel better by morning!

My husband was in the marine corps and a 16 mile hike in full uniform carrying over 100 lbs of equipment was commonplace. So, I know from experience what will help. Good luck!

Follow-up: Forgot about the sunburn: Milk helps with a sunburn better than almost anything.
Reply:I would suggest rest ice and elevation for a couple of days when it is possible. When the pain has subsided a bit, I would encourage as much massage of the muscles as you can tolerate so that they will relax.

Remember work TO the pain, not THROUGH the pain. Work until pain comes and then quit. The second will cause more injury and delay recovery.

Spray-On-Tans?

2009-08-02T20:00:00.002-07:00

I'm a 17 year old male....

Ok, so i have really light skin (pale) and i can't get a natural tan because i will get sunburn

so, i'm considering in SPRAY-ON-TANS...

but, what do i do with it? I mean, do i NEED TO GO TO THE TANNING SALON FIRST and THEN APPLY THE TAN-ON-SPRAY, or CAN I JUST BUY THE SPRAY, AND SPRAY IT ONTO MY PALE SKIN??Also, which spray-on-tan is the BEST AND LOOKS THE MOST NATURAL for pale skin??

Remember, i just want a LIGHT tan, nothing serious

The person who answers ALL my questions will get BEST ANSWER, thanks
Spray-On-Tans?
You can either go to the tanning salon and get it sprayed on for you, or you can buy a can of the spray and spray it on yourself. Either or both, actually. I have pale skin and I have had some luck with Neutrogena micromist, but I prefer lotions because they deliver a more natural, non-orange look. Unfortunately most self-tanners aren't even for pale people, and I usually turn a sick shade of orange or yellow. I've heard some good things about L'Oreal Sublime Glow spray from friends with naturally pale skin, try that one.
Spray-On-Tans?
try the jergens natural tanning lotion.
Reply:Okay, I'm so pale that one time a neighbor said she could see my white legs glow in the dark at night when I walked the dog. First, the salons that offer the spray on's are of the best quality, more coverage, totally nude or suit, they spray, then wipe you down. You can buy the spray, I've done it, but you have to do it in the tub and you almost always have to redo in a few hours to fill in areas you missed. It's okay, but make sure you get the right color. What I've found works the best and has the most natural color for really pale skin is the Tan Towel. I got mine from QVC or HSN, not sure. They don't last as long as spray on, and can by drying so you need to moisturize, however it's much less messy, you know exactly what coverage you are getting and if you do it twice in one night you get a good, non-orange color. Just watch your knees, ankles, toes, elbows with any of the products. After you apply over these areas, lightly wipe with a dry tissue to get anythat sinks in the skin creases. Also, shave or wax before you apply.
Reply:if you go to a salon that uses actual mystic products, they should have three levels of the mystic: light, medium, and dark. so you could do the lightest level and it wouldn't be too drastic.

also, you would go to the salon, they would talk you through the mystic, and most likely, you would go into the booth by yourself and just press a button and it will spray all over your body.

i love the mystic and i do it weekly...and no one has ever said it looked fake. they always comment on how real it looks. so make sure the salon uses mystic products and it is NOT an airbrush tan! good luck!

HELP! wierd rash on face!!!?

2009-08-02T20:00:00.001-07:00

i developed a rash today, around 2pm, there is a little on my ear, and some on my cheeks and chin. im 13 years old, and had a bad case of poison oak and since then i have eliminated all of my clothes and bought new ones when the rash dissapated. i took all the measures, i doubt it is rosacea, or another case of poison oak, unless you mysteriously get it back every year, at the exactly the same time.

the average temperature here in oregon is 89 degrees Farenheight. (sp) the temperature last week was in the 50s and 60s. so could it be heat rash? i need HELP!

i did try some of that new aveeno active naturals continuous protection sunblock stuff, 2 days ago, but my dad says that may just be a coincidince.

today i used some standard kids sunblock, but ive been using that since forever. but i put that on my arms and legs and forehead too. i do have a sunburn on my left cheek bone, if that helps at all.

what do you think?
HELP! wierd rash on face!!!?
I think that a lot of people have weird rashes on their faces these days, it is because of a lot of reasons, like TV and the internets. A bunch of dogs and owls have rashes these days too. Good luck, it may be permanent but many good Halloween masks are available at party and costume stores.

What's the weirdest thing you can think of?

2009-08-02T20:00:00.000-07:00

the weirdest thing i can think of is a person without a **** so they had to buy an artificial **** from from a stand on the side of the road but it only came in pink so the person had a pink **** that looked sunburnt lol

what's the oddest thing you can think of?

(it doesnt have to be like that one but it has to be weird!)
What's the weirdest thing you can think of?
The two leprechauns in my kitchen that are rummaging through all my stuff! I told them I did not have their pot of gold that was at the end of my rainbow! Now they have decided to make my steak strips and veggies. I was saving those for tomorrow. I think I'll just go back to bed and say to myself this is only a dream. Just noticed that my hair was green, yea it's only a dream!!
What's the weirdest thing you can think of?
myself. help
Reply:oookkkayyyy lol!!!!hahahahahaha
Reply:My X
Reply:web feet
Reply:John Kerry and all the other anti-American liberals.
Reply:a purple monkey dishwasher
Reply:a person with 3 **** cheeks, 4 legs, 4 arms, 6 toes on each fot, 6 fingers on each hand, a 3 foot neck, eyes that don't blink, sharp-pointy teeth, and the female grow the facial hair and the males have the babies.

Should I shave my chest hair?

2009-08-02T19:59:00.003-07:00

I know I know, I've seen the Seinfeld episode, it'll grow back worse they say, like sasquatch worse. But those of you following my questions as of late know that Im in some kind of wierd 'no hair' thing. Having already polished off the groin area, and shave my head bald too this past weekend again( I did it awhile back) , but now my chest hair, what little is there is irritating me. I'm not going Bob Gildolf on you, I still intend to keep a fairly sophisticated gotee and my eyebrows and the arm/leg hairs. My guess is that, maybe it will scratch the female ladies who intend to body surf on my upper extremeties, maybe it will itch. Maybe it won't grow back, maybe I'll get a sunburn. Maybe a rash. Thats my worries, but if YOU say it's okay...they'll be a razor sound far off in the distance to tonights moon light.
Should I shave my chest hair?
Shaving doens't last long enough.. if you gonna take it off do it right.. WAX IT!
Should I shave my chest hair?
shave it. and the armpit hair.
Reply:Don't shave it! Hairy guys can be fun.
Reply:if you really want to

You may get some ingrown hairs when growing back though
Reply:shave it
Reply:Welp... you sound alot like my hubby!

He shaves his chest hair, pubic hair,stomach hair,armpits and shaves his head every once in awhile, and in the summer time, he shaves his legs so one of his tattoos shows better.

For him it doesn't grow back too much, but he's a LIGHT blonde. The hair just bothers him alot.

Just shave it, and see if you like it.
Reply:If I were a guy, and obsessed with no hair, I would wax, not shave. Shaving is a pain, and it WILL look uglier. But waxing is only like every 6 months and so much...idk....hotter. Wax.
Reply:Go for It, Women find Guys who shave their Sexy, Like I said Do it and Thank Me later.
Reply:you know you should grow it out and wax it. It last longer then a razor. but your right it really hurts when it grows back if your girl touches you. I wax my arms and legs and it takes a hell of a lot longer to grow back then a razor.
Reply:It's not really true that it grows back like sasquatch. In fact, it shouldn't grow back worse at all.

I would pick waxing over shaving.... chest stubble = NOT sexy.
Reply:my ex-boyfriend shaved his chest, it was gross, it grew back and it was red, it scratched me.

keep the hair or get it waxed.
Reply:yes shave it

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TSS? -- help!?

2009-08-02T19:59:00.002-07:00

I'm 17 and I just finished my period. Today, I just noticed that my arms and legs were red, almost like a mild sunburn; keep in mind that I have very fair skin and my face is usually blushed, so maybe my skin is just sensitive? I've also had some pressure on the sides of my head, but I've had this before -- due to a misaligned neck. I don't have a fever or anything like that, so do you think it's at all possible that I have TSS or am I just worrying too much?
TSS? -- help!?
I'd go to a doctor, just to be safe.

SUN MARKS and WEDDING DRESS!!!?

2009-08-02T19:59:00.001-07:00

Ok two weeks ago I went tubing and I forgot to put sunscreen on my chest (blah me...) of course I got bad sunburn, all the pain and peeling and stuff, now it's healing, but still pink with two white bikini strap marks on my chest (I was pretty pale). The worst part is, I'm getting married on June 30th and my wedding dress is strapless (I know, blah me again). So any idea how I can remove/cover up the ugly sun mark??? any medical cream is probably not going to do the trick in such short period of time, so more likely anything to cover it up? I dont think regular foundation's gonna work and it's gonna stain my wedding dress anyways...so please help me......T_T
SUN MARKS and WEDDING DRESS!!!?
try using a lotion that tans your skin to even out the lines.

Or maybe even getting a spray tan.
SUN MARKS and WEDDING DRESS!!!?
I think it would heal by June 30th but i would put sunscreen on each time you go out so it doesn't get any more damage. I would try the Dove tanning lotion that you put on every day. I have used it and it will give you a nice glo, it also smells much better than any other sunless tanning lotion. At least out of the few i have tried.
Reply:1.Loads of wedding dress information***hey you may want to take a look at this website http://www.squidoo.com/wedding-dresses/ , I found a ton of stuff about weddings there
Reply:3.Have you seen this***I just found this site dedicated to wedding dresses http://www.squidoo.com/wedding-dresses/ this may be what you are looking for.

My face was really dry when i woke up this morning...any tips on what i should do?it is like almost peeling...

2009-08-02T19:59:00.000-07:00

i wash my face everyday, and it isnt sunburned...
My face was really dry when i woke up this morning...any tips on what i should do?it is like almost peeling...
If this is a lot worse than your usual dry skin, I would definitely avoid any exfoliants or scrub stuff. Some of the other answers on this question worried me, so I thought I would respond.

Does it look infected? If this is WAY worse than usual, you could possibly have an infection. Is it painful? Is it extremely red?

I would use antibiotic ointment and not wash your face for a few days. If it gets worse, see a doctor.
My face was really dry when i woke up this morning...any tips on what i should do?it is like almost peeling...
Olive oil is a really good moisturizer.

Makes my face really smooth. I 鈾?it.
Reply:You need to exfoliate to remove all that dead skin (you may even try a sugar scrub) then make sure to put lots of moisturizer on after.
Reply:same thing happens to me sometimes. i usually just put a teeny bit of lotion right on the spot that usually gets dry every night before i go to bed. then when i wake up in the morning i put lotion on it too, and eventually it goes away.
Reply:Dry skin is very common, especially when the weather gets colder. Apply moisturizer every day. Remove makeup before going to bed at night. Avoid the use of harsh soaps.
Reply:You may need to invest in a good quality moisturizer.

May I suggest:

Clinquie "Dramatically Different Moisturizing lotion" (that is it's name). I use it and it rocks.. It sounds like you have a very dry complexion.. ask to have the lotion that is used for very dry skin.
Reply:My skin does this in cold weather too. Lots of lotion! Dont use make up that dries out your skin either, if you use regular foundation or powder, switch to a moisture-rich one or a tinted moisturizer. Make sure you arent using a harsh facial cleanser that will strip your face of the moisture it needs.
Reply:A good moisturiser will help morning and night also make sure you are drinking enough water believe it or not the skin actually gets dehydrated.
Reply:Put on Vaseline or face lotion it will help peel faster or aloe vera really works

Any immediate relief for severe itching?

2009-08-02T19:58:00.003-07:00

Ok, my fiance is itching really bad. He had gotten a sunburn 2 days ago on his back and upper arms and today he just all of a sudden started to itch. We was thinking that it would go away, but it proggressed and now, it's late and it is keeping him from going to sleep. He is in the tub right now, it seems to be the only thing that is helping right now. But he really needs to go to work tomorrow, and sleeping in the tub is not an option. We have put aloe, lotion, and other home remedies on him, but it just seems to not work. Is there anything else we can do to help it stop? Thanks.
Any immediate relief for severe itching?
I would suggest an oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl), to alleviate itching. Be advised that it may make him a bit drowsy as well, which may help him sleep, but it can also cause "hang-over" effects or morning drowsiness (be careful when driving to work). If he has pain associated with the sunburn, I suggest an oral analgesic, preferably a NSAID, such as ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve)--best taken w/ some food to avoid stomach upset.
Any immediate relief for severe itching?
Aveeno, calamine lotion, hydrocortisone, topical benadryl, maybe oral benadryl.
Reply:For immediate relief of generalized itching, 50 mg benadryl or diphenhydramine may relieve his symptoms. However, benadryl can cause drowsiness. So during the day, steroids may be used for long time relief. Since it is such a large surface, he may need a short 4 day course of oral steroids if the itching is not resolved by benadryl.

Another thing, keeping the skin cool may relieve symptoms for a short period of time. Have stay away from hot or even warm showers because heat can cause an increase of histamine release to cause more itching. (Histamine is chemical released by particular cells in the skin that causes the itchy sensation. )
Reply:BENADRYL CAN GET AT ANY DRUGSTORE OVER TEH COUNTER

growing azalea

Anyone have a once & for all bacne solution?

2009-08-02T19:58:00.002-07:00

I'm a 19 yr old girl, and ever since I was 16 I've had acne on my back.

It's soooo annoying .. %26amp; it prevents me from wearing certain clothes, etc.

It's as if the skin on my back is the same as the skin on my face .... except I can't reach it easily and it's harder to keep clean. The products I use on my face don't work on my back.

It's not all red %26amp; inflamed %26amp; horrible, but it's still there ....... and it never goes away ....... unless I get a nasty sunburn, which fades into a tan, and then it dries that **** up.

anyone know any EFFECTIVE products ?? :/
Anyone have a once %26amp; for all bacne solution?
My daughter is now 20 %26amp; had back acne as you describe.

There are two medications that she uses that are effective in clearing up her back.

One is a topical anti-biotic called Clindamycin.

The other is a topical anti-inflammatory steroid called Clobetasol.

Both are prescription medications that we obtained from a Dermatologist.

Maybe these will work for you, also.

Other things we did:

Use a gentle soap to clean your back. Do not use one that strips all the oil off.

Then, If you are treating a large acne lesions, put Clindamycin on a bandaid and apply not-to-tightly to the skin (leave a little space between band-aid and skin) over each lesion. Then apply Clindamycin sparingly to all other acne areas. The key is to do this every morning and evening (twice a day). It's a pain in the neck, and hopefully you have a family member or friend that will help you with the application (buy disposable plastic gloves for them...that's what I used with my daughter, because I am not immune to acne). It is a routine you have to keep up for months.

If your back starts itching badly, take off the bandaids %26amp; apply Clobetasol sparingly. It acts to calm inflamed skin and will also stop the itch, according to my daughter.

Your dermatologist may have different instructions for you; if so, follow her directions.

And most importantly, don't scratch or pick off scabs. Keep either Clindamycin or Clobetasol (on bandaids) on any larger lesions that itch... or bother you because they are drying out.

My daughter's back was almost entirely clear of active acne, then she scratched a few scabs off, they bled, and the scratching spread the acne bacteria into the surrounding skin and that area re-erupted with a couple of pimples again.

The goal is to keep your skin from getting reinfected by acne bacteria, which likes to multiply and spread,

until you finally kill off all the acne bacteria.on your back.

My daughter still has acne scars. They have faded, and I wonder if they will eventually all fade away or not..

I also installed a chlorine filter on the shower head (we use one we got on-line called April Select Shower filter with refillable filter cartridge (again, expensive for a teen, about $38 for the 1st filter/housing and $18 for disposable cartridge refill which lasts about 6 months). It's not a "treatment" for acne, but it just made sense to me to get one, because I suspected the chlorine in our water was drying out and irritating the skin on her back too much, making her itch and spread the bacteria. I was also being bothered by the drying effect of chlorine on my skin, also.
Anyone have a once %26amp; for all bacne solution?
Tanning salon. Tanning dries out the outer layer of skin, preventing acne.
Reply:SOLUTION

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You have to fight it with a special BODY treatment.

I suggest you use ClearPores Body System it works tremendously for many people...

http://www.clearpores.com/clicks/clickth...

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Vacation with Friends...?

2009-08-02T19:58:00.001-07:00

I want to go to New Jersey with my friend and her family, but my parents are saying no. I used to behave very badly and do things I shouldn't have done, but I have shown extreme amounts of responsibility in the past few months. Now their excuse to not let me go is because my younger sister went away for the weekend and came home with a bad sunburn, and they will not allow their children to be neglected by other people. I'm almost 17 years old, though. Does anyone have any advice? The vacation is in a week and I'm running out of ideas!
Vacation with Friends...?
you are their child and you are their responcibility.

maybe there is another reason why they dont want you to go. what about finances. its impolite to send your kid on a vacation without funds

just try to talk things out and ask them if there is a specific reason why they dont want you to go with your friend and her family. maybe your parents dont like your friend or something.
Vacation with Friends...?
Sorry , be on your best behavior and pray your parents

will change their minds,, good luck

Spray tanning...? I need a good brand that doesn't turn you orange or smell bad!?

2009-08-02T19:58:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone. Well I'm really bad at tanning outside, like all I really get is a sunburn. It kinda runs in my family because I'm mostly Czech and Irish I think and soo yeah, we don't get a good tan very easily. Lol. And besides, I don't want to tan all day outside because I don't want skin cancer! So I want to get a good brand of spray tan in a can that doesn't turn me all orange or smell bad. And isn't too expensive. Please help!! Thanks.
Spray tanning...? I need a good brand that doesn't turn you orange or smell bad!?
Self Tanners -L'Oreal - Sublime Bronze Dejah on 6/29/2007 3:47:00 AM

I have tried alot of sunless tanners. I am VERY pale and need alittle color in the summer. L'Oreal Sublime Bronze (tinted) tanning lotion (that's really more like a light gel) works wonderfully. It gives an instant glow that is not too shimmery. The color developes quick and if applied properly does not streak. People always think that I've been to a tanning bed. If that tells you anything about the color. The price is good , but over all I think worth it considering that I get a pretty glow and get rid of my Casper complexion for awhile.

Very good :)

Tip:

Use a loofah sponge before using tanning lotion,it will help exfoliate. :)

Have a gr8 day!
Spray tanning...? I need a good brand that doesn't turn you orange or smell bad!?
yeah. netragena is good. but all tanningg stuff turns you orange. and one huge tip is DONT GO SPRAY/MYSTIC TANNING. its a disasterrrr
Reply:Don't have a direct answer for you. However, you are concerned about cancer from the sun, yet you want to subject yourself to what amounts to a chemical burn. Just a thought!!!!
Reply:This summer Victoria's Secret has an alliance with Model Co. and they're letting us sell their new Spray Tan line. The first item they have is a Spray Tan that lasts 2-2 1/2 weeks and it has a Tan remover that you can buy to go along with it. You use it in the shower, just like a shower gel, but it's got little scrubbers in it that remove the tan. The second one they have is a bronzer, granted it only lasts a day, it looks very nice and gives off a little bit of shimmer...(NOT glitter...you don't want to look like a 12 year old)*

A foot note on both of these products: they should ALWAYS be shaken up before you use them, and when you spray them, make sure you stand at least a foot away, so that you don't get blotches that look green or orange...yuck!

Both of these products are very nice items to have this summer, and are probably the safest way to go....But above all they both smell great!

Good luck
Reply:look if you can do the mistic tan do that 3 times in 2 weeks and that will last about a month at your tanning salon but jergins tanning lotion takes bout a week and it does not turn you orange that is what worked for me you have to apply about 2 times a day
Reply:Not sure what Smells good to you, but the Jergens Natural Glow Lotion smells descent and works well. Apply it almost every day perhaps after a shower. You just have to make sure to rub it in good so it doesnt look streaky ( that doesnt usually happen unless you pile it on tho... lol i was desperate for a tan once and just gobbed it on hahah don't do that )

Good Luck Hope it works for you if you try it.
Reply:It probably will turn you orange because you lack the yellow undertone that most people have. They'll all smell a bit rusty because of the dihydroxyacetone, or DHA, in them. It's a carbohydrate, and the process of "tanning" is no different than when you cut an apple open and leave it exposed to air. It turns brown, and that's why (the proper term's the Maillard effect.)

These tanners work better on people who are already a light-medium tone or darker anyway. My mother is full Irish, and lacks that yellow undertone. She always turns orange when she uses any self-tanner. As for me, my father was full Native American, so I have a light olive complexion. They work fine for me with no orange appearance.

As for the moron who said it amounts to a chemical burn, that's a load of crap. Read what I said above, and crack a science book for once in your sorry life.
Reply:Dove's tanning lotion works good. But if you want to get a spray tan that works AMAZING go to Sephora, they only have one kind, it comes in a bottle that you can refill and that you could also decipher which amount you want, so if u want a natural glow, no prob it works, doesn't make u orange either. Good LUCK!!!

Tanning oil...?

2009-08-02T19:57:00.003-07:00

Ok well i have been using tanning lotion, and i am getting tired of applying it everynight, and if i don't, i get blotchy tan the next day. I was wondering there was some type of oil that you can put on and go sit out in the sun that makes you get a tan but NO sunburn. I never tan first, i always turn red like a tomato and then tan. What can i use to get a tan?
Tanning oil...?
I tan outside for 1 hour (no longer) with tanning bed lotion. I am very fair and burn like you first then tan but this works for me (no burn first) I apply a rich lotion after (oil of olay quench) I shower before I go to bed. Hydrated skin stays tan much longer then dry skin too!

Hope this helps
Tanning oil...?
Talk to your doctor or go to a tanning salon
Reply:use a tanning lotion w/ a low spf
Reply:I would suggest you read something about melanoma first. I prefer to put on sunscreen and just get out more often...higher SPF (at least 30).
Reply:I always turn red like a tomatoe when I go outside, but I used this banana boat tanning oil with spf 8 and it made me real tan. I was out side laying for an hour or less but I was swimming also. I went from being pale to a medium-ish skin tone and no sun burn. It worked great!
Reply:Just don't tan. Skin cancer isn't just found on old people. Teens and even children are found to have skin cancer. If you going out ALWAYS wear spf 30. you should also wear a mousturizer with SPF.

If you want to look tan, get a spray tan, or use a gradual tanning lotion. they work really well. I recommened Bronze Bombshell Glow and Steady from bath and body works. put it on your face everyother day.

Even if you put a high SPF multiple times a day, you will still probably get tan. and tanning only gets you leathery skin later in life. UMMM...EWWWW. just slap on som SPF please!

types of lily

How can you get a redness tint out of your face?

2009-08-02T19:57:00.002-07:00

it seems when i am natural (without makeup) i have a redness tint and its not because of a sunburn

HELPP!!
How can you get a redness tint out of your face?
Are you a native american?
How can you get a redness tint out of your face?
I have that too. Just wear a makeup that has a yellow tint and not red tint. It is perfectly normal.
Reply:either go to a dermatogolist, or get a lotion or makeup that hides or fixes it. I'm sure its not that serious unless its abnormally red.
Reply:I have the same "problem", use a concealer or moistureizer that has a green color to it. ( Avon has a new daily moisturizer just for this problem.) the green cancells out the green and makes your face look smoother.
Reply:They have face powder in a light green which cuts red. My sister and I both use it and it really works.

Also if you wear foundation you should put the powder on before the foundation for a smooth finish and shine control
Reply:Go to a dermatologist and get it checked out they should be able to help you. It could be because your either way to hot or way to cold also. But i still think you should go to a dermatologist
Reply:I have the same problem. Do what the people above me said with the makeup tips, but I have also found there are other things you can do to help.

For starters, although I love the color pink and red I try to avoid wearing them as my tops because it just brings out the pink in my face.

Also, I went to the salon to get the red tones out of my hair because that also brought out the red in my face.
Reply:It sounds like you might have rosacea. It's a skin disorder that mostly affects people with fair skin who blush easily. A dermatologist can give you a lotion or gel that helps with the redness - tetracycline helps, too. You should stay away from spicy foods, vigorous exercise and the sun - anything that makes your blood vessels dilate will make the condition worse. What works the best for me is mineral makeup. Bare Escentuals is the brand I use but there are other brands on the market, too. It's very lightweight, doesn't rub off and is put on with a brush - it's a powder. It completely covers the red.

How can i make the skin in my face to peel off?

2009-08-02T19:57:00.001-07:00

hmm i got a sunburn.. i want to peel my skin off... how can i do it?

sorry for my bad english!!
How can i make the skin in my face to peel off?
It will start peeling itself in a few days. If you peel it now yourself, you'll be RAW. Just put aloe vera gel on it and it will help with the redness and itching.
How can i make the skin in my face to peel off?
put lots of moisturizer...do not peel it yourself or it might scar.
Reply:wait until it does it itself or next time you sunning use baby oil lol

I need advice for an ill piglette, 4 weeks old with a major case of the poops..?

2009-08-02T19:57:00.000-07:00

we just got a 4 week old piglette. she took heself off the bottle/formula about 3 to 4 days ago...she is eating pellet food and drinking water....we did catch her eating dog and cat food so we put them up and she is still having the problem. she shivers alot and seems to have sunburn on her head, ears and back....what can i do to help her problems and does anyone know what it can be from? any information will be greatly appreciated...she is NOT a potbelly she is a regular feeder pig like for 4-H being kept as a pet. thanks for your time in advance.....
I need advice for an ill piglette, 4 weeks old with a major case of the poops..?
There are many causes of diarrhea in pigs, especially baby pigs. Some require antibiotics, and some just time. The most important thing to do for your piglette is to make sure she is getting enough to drink - make sure she has plenty of water. Babies of all types can get very sick very quickly when they have diarrhea. You may need to contact your veterinarian soon if your little one doesn't get any better, if she seems to be acting very tired, or if there is any blood in the diarrhea. As to the shivering and the 'sunburn' - it could be signs of a fever (although pigs can get sunburned just like us if we stay out in the sun too long). Good luck with the little girl!

Is this the worst excuse for being off school ever ?

2009-08-02T19:56:00.002-07:00

A chap from our stationary supplier just brought in his 8 year old son to help him, asked why he wasn't at work the father said.

"He's off sick with sunburn."

I am not making this up.
Is this the worst excuse for being off school ever ?
lol.... thats a poor excuse hun....Sun burn in the UK this year???? Now if he said he was water logged thats a different story x
Is this the worst excuse for being off school ever ?
that's just taking the mickey. not you, him
Reply:I blame the Parents!!..

deluded!!.. :oP

thats the new excuse that is.. everyones using it!!..
Reply:Sunburn can be nasty, but if it was that bad he certainly wouldn't be capable of helping his dad at work.
Reply:Yeah but he's not too sick to go out with his father!!
Reply:He could be in alot of pain.... sunburn isnt nice!! although there hasnt been much sun lately..

xxx
Reply:I think wagging for no reason is worse
Reply:My Ma was a nurse so I got none of that treatment. All ailments could apparently be cured by going to school and running round the playground.
Reply:one of my students came in two weeks late for class and his excuse was he got lost on the way to the college.
Reply:ohh..tat sounds bad..

u got the day off kid :)
Reply:Its one day off... chill out, the nerd factory can miss him for 1 day
Reply:NO The best excuse is because its Tuesday
Reply:lol. my girlfriends older brother takes days off work a lot. some of his excuses include "my bikes got a flatty" and "theres something good on TV today". lmao.
Reply:have they not heard of sunscreen?!
Reply:His parents could be guilty of neglect,you have to be very careful that the school don,t refer it to social services.
Reply:My friend started taking sick days because she had had to many sick days so it would have been too hard for her to catch up on all the work she had missed lol
Reply:When I was young, I used to go to a School called White Woman Lane School I think in Norwich.

I did not got to this school much, as I did not like it, the "excuse" was I was being bulled %26amp; was too scared to go to the school, which was a bad thing for me too.

The school %26amp; Norfolk County Council, said it was the worst excuse %26amp; no one is ever bulled at all, just a work of fiction, lies.

Me staying away from school was very good for the school, they did not have to deal with the problem %26amp; they did not care, they still got the money form the Council.
Reply:u have to be kidding me.. that is awful..
Reply:Sore throat was always my fave but this is classic!

hosting

Rug burn on nose, and no skin on it, exposed to sun?

2009-08-02T19:56:00.001-07:00

i fell and the skin was scratched off. after that there is only pink left. i went camping, so i was exposed to a lot of sun. now i got sunburn on my nose. i think that its not good and around the small pink circle its darker skin. did i damage it? what should i do? can i get rid of scaring from it by seeing a skin specialist?

i really don't want any scars on my face, arrg there goes my shot at being an underwear model.
Rug burn on nose, and no skin on it, exposed to sun?
well thats only natural thats what they call healing process, the skin when scratched, a scab forms.. you said there was only the pink left, i guess u have scratched it badly.. and the fact that it was exposed, that would really leave a black pigment on ur nose.. but dont ever ever pick on it.. coz that would only further the damage.. and as time passes it will fade. but theres nothing wrong in seeing a skin specialist..
Rug burn on nose, and no skin on it, exposed to sun?
1 word hun....

Mederma

See Link

What the...?

2009-08-02T19:56:00.000-07:00

when i went to camp in early july i got a really really bad sunburn (its in the shape of a tank top) and its gone but the tan is there! how do i get rid of it because i have to go to a party and wear a tube top dress tomorrow! help!!
What the...?
Use bronzer to fill in the non-tan parts =) It will work.
What the...?
buy a ten spray and spray that part and your done
Reply:nothing is going to get rid of it by tomorrow, you can try using a self tanner to even it out, but nothing is going to help before tomorrow
Reply:yay for fake tanning lotion.! put it on just where you need to get dark. the color of the fake tan and the real tan probably won't match perfectly, so mix equal parts bronzer (grocery stores) with regular lotion (because bronzers tend to be way to dark on their own) and slather over yourself. this should help blend everything together for the day.

also, you may want to hit up a tanning bed... slather 45 spf sunscreen on the parts of you that are already tan, and just get the white parts darker. I do this all the time after i get weird tan lines.

Removal of sun(liver)spots.?

2009-08-02T19:55:00.003-07:00

I am 28 yrs old and have fair skin. I have never been one for tanning in my younger years %26amp; have never gotten sunburned. Everyday I use SPF 15, I wear a hat when going out %26amp; in general I avoid the sun like the plague.At a very young age I have been anti-age obsessed, unline the other girls my age who would tan. So you can imagine my shock when on my left cheek I developed a SUN SPOT! First, I can't imagine how since as I said I take so many precautions. And 2nd, I want to get rid of it. I went to a dermatologist who confirmed it was a sun spot. She put me on Tretioin 0.25% cream. However, creams like Retin-A, hyrdroquinone tend to scare me.For one, I really don't want chemicals on my face. Hydroquinone has cancer causing properties and is banned for use in Eurpoe. And Retin-A may actually WORSEN hyperpigmentation on spots and can reoccur once you stop using it.

What I am looking for is a NATURAL way that is effective in PERMANENTLY erasing this spot!!!!!!!!!
Removal of sun(liver)spots.?
Try Porecelana or Nadinola cream. They are available at the drugstore. It takes a month to 6 weeks to work so be patient. Otherwise use a cover up stick to touch it up.

Is it true that Germans don't tan easily?

2009-08-02T19:55:00.002-07:00

I've heard that German skin doesn't tan very well.. I'm mostly German and no matter HOW hard I try, I DON'T TAN. I don't even sunburn. My grandma came from Germany.. so is it true??
Is it true that Germans don't tan easily?
I live in Germany and I see A LOT of tan girls walking around! So I dunno what to tell you hun!
Is it true that Germans don't tan easily?
Scandanavian skin burns before it tans. Depends what part of Germany.
Reply:Yes they have very light skin pigments because the live so far away from the equator
Reply:Melanin is produced to protect the skin from negative influence of sun rays. If you have problems with tanning, you are more at risk, I think. Maybe some synthesis deffect?
Reply:Absolutely not.I've been in Germany a lot of times and I saw tanned Germans.

Tanning and not tanning is a matter of your genepool (which does not exclusively come from your granny).

I'm Hungarian,I have fair skin,and even tho my dad tans really easily I'm in the same boat as you are: I simply cannot tan.I used to get burnt,now I don't even do that.

My guess is that people with very fair skin do not tan easily.

Try the solarium,it helped me get a nice color.

Oh,and when I was near the sea for two weeks in Italy.Salty weather is good for your tan.
Reply:It's not just specific to Germans! Many people don't tan easily- like Nicole Kidman. My dad is blonde and he has reddish-white skin- he doesn't tan AT ALL. He just gets really red and then burns and then peels. Don't abuse your skin with too much sun because you'll pay the price later. Sun is very damaging to the skin and over-exposing yourself in hopes of tanning will accelerate sun spots and wrinkle formation.

Just make the most of your fair skin- so many colors look lovely on you- take advantage of that!

lilac

How long do I have to go in a tanning bed for it to be dangerous?

2009-08-02T19:55:00.001-07:00

I am going on a tropical vacation and want to be a little tan so I will not get too sunburned. (I am very fair-skinned.) I recently bought a membership at a tanning parlor and have only gone once, a few days ago (for the first time in my entire life.) I know tanning beds are very dangerous and I fully intend to stop tanning after my vacation (in about a month.) but I just read an article talking about tanning even once a month is bad. How often should I go and for how long to get a good tan but not cause any damage? I went for 6 minutes, Level 1 my first time. THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How long do I have to go in a tanning bed for it to be dangerous?
Unbelievable. Come on, now. You hear it over and over for years that tanning causes skin cancer.....and YOU don't think it will happen to you? Did you know it's common for people as young as 18, 19, 20 to get skin cancer? That's like saying that "I'm going to stop smoking after.." or "I'm going to stop drinking after.." or "I'm going to stop doing 'E' after...". BS. Tell the tanning salon that your work hours changed and you won't be able to come in and see if you can get at least a partial refund.

With fair skin you will never get a good tan, you will only get pink. And ANY color that you get from the tanning booth or the sun? It's all damage.

You don't want to get burned on your vacation? Simple. SUNSCREEN. Apply OFTEN. I have very fair skin---but it's BEAUTIFUL skin. My sisters are older than I am....and 2 out of 3 have had skin cancer twice. That's why I always used the highest sunscreen I could.
How long do I have to go in a tanning bed for it to be dangerous?
45 minutes at most
Reply:Tanning, regardless of whether from sun rays, or a tanning bed amounts to you being roasted like the Thanksgiving Day turkey. This is not said as a joke, but in hope of you forgetting this nonsense. The effects of burned skin is NOT reversible.You will pay for it down the road, in the way of leathery skin, skin cancer, etc.
Reply:how many times do you have to be told tanning in any way is bad for you think of the cancer you may get or leather like skin you have to live with for the rest of your life
Reply:Your best solution is a high SPF sunscreen, applied very regularly throughout the day, especially if you go in water. Even the water-resistant stuff should be reapplied when you get out. I know you say you are not concerned about being tan, but I think you probably want to a bit to look good. Keep in mind, looking tan and "good or healthy" now could mean cancer later or lot of leathery, wrinkly skin. And, later could mean when you are 30ish; not necessarily when you are 60 or 70. Please just protect your skin instead of tanning it.

Rash under breast??

2009-08-02T19:55:00.000-07:00

I recently discovered a rash under both of my breasts kind of in the center where the cleavage is and going underneath. It almost looks like a sunburn that is peeling but i havent been out. It doesnt itch its just red and kinda peely. I wear sports bras because im kinda busty and need the support that i cant get from other bras. I really cant afford to buy a really good bra and i bought my sports bras at walmart. Should i treat it with some cream or maybe powder to keep dry?? What could it bee and what should i do??
Rash under breast??
It sounds like you have a yeast infection. Make sure that you dry your skin after you shower. There is a cream that is very good to put on the rash which is called "Nystatin". You can only get it with a prescription from the doctor.
Rash under breast??
sounds like it could be a yeast infection,
Reply:See a doctor about it.

In the meantime, put some cornstarch on it. That will help it feel better.
Reply:MAKE SURE YOU DRY GOOD AFTER YOU SHOWER, ALSO USE POWDER. THIS IS NORMAL FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE A LITTLE LARGER. WORSE USUALLY IN THE SUMMER OR WHEN WE EXERCISE. TRY TO REMOVE BRA IN THE EVENING SO THIS CAN GET SOME AIR TO DRY OUT. DON'T WEAR BRA TO BED.
Reply:The sports bra is making you sweat (even if you don't feel it). I recommend using Balmex. You can find it in the baby section of your local supermarket. It is a diaper cream. It will heal your rash and keep any sweat from affecting your skin. I use it all the time in the summer months.
Reply:i have big breasts DD and i wear sport bras too a lot just use baby powder or cornstarch it should go way it's from sweat it's maybe the heat. i hope this helps you
Reply:lotion, and it;'s probaly from your bra! try a wired bra, it holds them up from rashing, if you dont want a new bra, simply put a piece of tissue between the rash and bra
Reply:its probably from sweating and or heat....ever consider to put some powder or even deoderant there?? this might help....
Reply:I'm busty also and my Dr. said that this is prickly heat. Completely innocent but irritating. Clean the area really well then pat it dry. Before you put your bra on, put baby powder on in the whole area where your breasts touch the skin when you're not wearing the bra. I keep my bra on even at night so that i don't get that rash all the time. It has taken care of the problem except when I sweat. Then I have to repowder like 3 times a day.

Help me!!!?

2009-08-02T19:54:00.003-07:00

i found out that i have social anxiaty or whatever, what it does is makes my arms turn sunburn red and after i calm down it goes away

what can make me normal, like when a lot of people are talking to me and like are gathered around me it feels uncomfortable and i start blushing and stuff, and when i get embarrased especially, so help me what can i do to make it go away and become part of the group
Help me!!!?
People with social anxiety disorder usually recognize that their fears are irrational, but they can’t help feeling fearful and allowing their fears to affect the way they conduct their lives. They often experience negative thought patterns that contribute to and prolong their anxiety.

How to cope with social anxiety ...

#Slow, shallow breathing.

Consciously trying to heighten or exaggerate your anxiety or symptoms. Paradoxically, this usually has the effect of decreasing anxiety or its symptoms.

#Positive self-talk can reduce anxiety. It includes telling yourself that your symptoms and anxiety will diminish if you wait them out, and that other people in the room are probably anxious too.

#Breaking some of the tension by verbalizing your feelings in a humorous way (“Boy, I sure am a nervous wreck.”).

#Carrying supportive statements, such as “I’ve handled this before, and I can handle it now,” on index cards and looking at them when necessary.
Help me!!!?
is there not a pill that you can take that will help you? hopefully, fijnd out, take care!!
Reply:concentrate on your breating (IN OUT IN OUT) Say that in your head in a slow calming manor.

Ask your doctor about meds.
Reply:try a medicine for it. go to your DOC..... Paxil works well my neice had it and it did wonders for her.... goood luck
Reply:I tend to have the same problem. But it is mainly my face and chest area. I read somewhere years ago that an aspirin can help relieve the red effect because it works with your blood. I've tried it a few times but really don't know for sure it it helped me all that much. Zanax works best for me...
Reply:Who said you have social anxiety disorder? If it was a doctor, he would have given you something for it or recommended counseling. If he didn't, go back.

If a friend told you, that's just his opinion. Blushing does not indicate social anxiety disorder. It merely indicates you are embarrassed at being the center or attention. It takes practise, but you can overcome it by hanging around with one friend who understands and is more outgoing than you.

If it is the most miserable thing in the world to you, then see a doctor. Good luck.
Reply:LOL! Nick, RELAX... They are just people JUST like YOU! Once you realize you have no reason to be sweating, it will go away...

No reason to be embarrassed... Just relax and be you...

Just because someone said so, does not make it so... If it is really bad, then see a doctor, but I have found working out works great and it is natural... Better for you in more ways than one....

What's the best way to get rid of dead skin?

2009-08-02T19:54:00.002-07:00

What's the best way to get rid of dead/peeling/dry skin? Any kind of lotions I should use?

Btw, I'm a guy and I got it from sunburn. Bad idea I know.
What's the best way to get rid of dead skin?
rub shea butter on it! it works miracles.

when the burn goes away and it doesnt hurt to touch it anymore, use an exfoliating brush or a loofa when you shower to get that dead skin away.

floral gifts

Do hippos have rectums?

2009-08-02T19:54:00.001-07:00

we were watching tv one night and i mentioned the fact that hippos get sunburned, my fiancee says to me " and they fart through their mouths cause they dont have rectums" I said yes they do so now i need to know so that i can prove my point. can you help me !!!! i know its a silly question.
Do hippos have rectums?
yes they do if they have a butthole and if they have a anus then they have a rectum
Do hippos have rectums?
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Reply:yep....everything goes in one hole and come out another...
Reply:Yep.

Danm near killed 'em.
Reply:Of course they do, all mammals have to.
Reply:not only do they have rectums **** the also have moral rectitude
Reply:Do you honestly think that they defecate through their mouths?
Reply:Yes and it just winked at you.

How come nair is made to remove hair from your body including legs but when i use it on my legs it burns?

2009-08-02T19:54:00.000-07:00

I mean it burns my skin like sunburn and burns scars in my skin and it only happend this time (i just bought 1 week ago)
How come nair is made to remove hair from your body including legs but when i use it on my legs it burns?
It's not supposed to leave burn marks on you...if it is you're probably allergic to it. Try an allergy test (it has instructions on the back of the bottle) and if it leaves a mark, stop using it.

Anyway, the stuff smells horrible...you should just buy a rechargeable razor. You don't even need shaving lotion to use it and it won't cut you! Norelco has some good ones.
How come nair is made to remove hair from your body including legs but when i use it on my legs it burns?
you have sensitive skin
Reply:it doesn't work well on sensitive skin

I had the same reaction, listen to what your body is trying to tell you and stop using it
Reply:i agree with the above. you probably have sensitive skin. look for products specially made for sensitive skin.
Reply:I think you may just have sensitive skin, try going to a health food store and asking for an herbal alternative to Nair. Good luck.
Reply:it could be that you are simply leaving it on too long. Don't use it!
Reply:gurl i used it 2 and i waz havin da same thing happin i threw it out. DONT USE IT!!!
Reply:Sensitive skin. Get a mild type for sensitive skin.

Why does my skin turn so red?

2009-07-30T23:29:00.002-07:00

Mainly just my hands %26amp; feet turn red really easily, and they get hot real easily too. Why is this? I wear sunscreen everyday and drink lots of water, %26amp; it isn't sunburn. It doesn't flake, dry, or itch, it just feels very hot and turns bright red. What can I do?
Why does my skin turn so red?
i know how you feel. My hands and feet are always red! Some people say i might have eczema or something but i dont think thats it. mine dont burn or anything, they are just constantly red. SO RETARDED LOOKING!especilly with nail polish!
Why does my skin turn so red?
This can be a allergic reaction.
Reply:You might be allergic to the sun, or maybe you just have very fair skin that is very sensitive. You hands also might get hot and red if your nervous.

You should refer to a doctor if it looks like a rash or begins to hurt.
Reply:i wouldnt worry unless it looks like a rash or it becomes painful
Reply:go see a doctor
Reply:you would be sun burnt lol or u can be allergic to your pet
Reply:That happens to me too!! It pisses me off, because I am not that light. I've heard of Roscea doing that. BTW, I butchered that word. It's some form of acne. I mean, I can't even press my hand on my face for five minutes with out it turning red.
Reply:Hmmm....Interesting.

It sounds like what happens when you get frostbite, but since you aren't submergeing yourself into ice cold water then getting out I don't think it is. Sounds weird get it checked out or see if it lasts for a couple more days.
Reply:Well Some people have a phototoxic allergic reactions to Oxybenzone(check your sunscreen). Try switching to a zinc oxideor titanium dioxide based ones. If that is the case.

Going to see a doctor might be the worst thing you can do for all they are going to do is stick you with pins of allergins until you illicit a reaction....Could run into the thousands of dollars!!! If you want to find out your going to have to pay attention to your daily routine taking notice how long after you do something or come into contact with something and then get a reacton

Or

If you use hand lotions. You could be having a reaction with a number of things such as, Wheat (glutens)or preservative(some people are sensative to hydantoin)!
Reply:Info on Rosacea: A chronic inflammatory disorder of the skin of the face, mainly affecting the nose %26amp; cheeks %26amp; characterised by redness, pimples, pustules %26amp; dilated %26amp; broken small blood vessels. The cause is unknown, but flushing may contribute because rosacea tends to occur in people whose faces flush easily. Middle-aged women of fair complection are most often affected.

Treatment: Long-term use of tetracycline antibiotics usually results in improvement. Rosacea also responds well to local applications of gel containing the antibiotic metronidazole. Patients are advised to aviod aggravating factors such as some types of steriod cream, %26amp; anything that causes flushing-for example drinks cotaining alcohol or caffeine, spicy foods, sunburn %26amp; cold winds. Laser treatment has been used successfully to remove unsightly broken nlood vessels. If this doesn't help, you should see your local G.P.

White Boxers?

2009-07-30T23:29:00.001-07:00

I am the same one that asked the question about whats the deal with people downing white boxers. I worked at a ER Vet Clinic for 2 years. I have done my research on white boxers and they are not more prone to anything than a regular boxer are. The only thing 2 things that are different is their color and they get sunburnt easier. They Do not have a shorter life span, They do not easily get cancer. My 2 babies will always get checked for everything and anything. My only question is why do ignorant people kill them and disapprove them. They are just like any other dog anyone will ever own.
White Boxers?
If what you say is true about not having a shorter lifespan and not being prone to cancer then that is a new developement. I'm not trying to argue with you but I have been around show dogs all my life and breeding dogs myself for about 20 yrs. Although I am not myself familiar with the standards on Boxers, I have heard the health issues about them for many years. I have known breeders who also had told me that and that is why they frowned upon them. I sincerely hope that what I have heard all these years HAS been wrong, as you obviously love your dogs and I'd like to see them be with you for many years to come.

You sound very defensive about the info you were given, but the fact is we were all honestly answering your question. The reasons you were given ARE the reason why ignorant people kill them and disapprove of them. However, it's very rude of them to say anything to you about yours. It's not their place. They should keep their opinions to themselves.

Anyway, sorry you weren't happy with your answers. Best wishes anyway.
White Boxers?
i think some are supposed to be deaf, but i dont see that as a reason to put it down. hmm... next time someone comes in requesting to do that to his/her white boxer as the reason.

hope i helped~

Ari
Reply:i have a pair of white boxers, its hard to get the **** stains out of them
Reply:i agree with above alot of pure white dogs can be blind of deaf just like pure white border collies
Reply:I never heard any of these things before! And I got confused. At first I thought you were talking about white boxers as in the underpants. Then I thought you were talking about Boxing as in the sport... It was only right at the end I got it!

First, I think it's wrong to kill any animal. Unless of course it has a disease or is suffering etc. I guess people just choose to believe the myth and go ahead and kill them? But it falls down to ignorance basically.
Reply:Because if you are a breeder and show your stock, then owning a white dog is an embarasment, to know that your kennels produced a faulty dog. It's stupid, I think it was 20% of boxers that are born white? If a breeder has a white boxer puppy, they should just not show it and find it a loving pet home! It's worse culling a puppy that could have been loved and cherished than not being able to rewrite genetics.
Reply:There are ignorant people of every kind in the world. Why not put you good knowledge base to work to help people know more about white Boxers???? My sister has one and always gets whites. There are many Rescues for White Boxers to save them from the misinformed (for lack of a nicer name) people. Do a Yahoo search and find them. I bet they'd be happy to have your knowledge!
Reply:I would never kill them but I don't agree with trying to a have a litter of unhealthily pups. I'm thought breeder where trying to bred to improve the breed and not make it worse. Just my thoughts on it.
Reply:Professional breeders euthanize them because too much white is considered a fault and they can't be shown. They only want to breed and show dogs that are true to standard. They commonly show up in litters. I have also seen plenty of healthy ones. I don't believe in euthanizing them either, just give them away spayed and neutered to pet homes--no papers.
Reply:Actually they are prone to certain genetic issues. The pigment in the skin actually helps develop the ear drums. A lot of white boxers are born deaf or blind. This is a fact. This is why show breeders, mostly, drown them at birth. They don't want to deal with them and the other issues that they may have genetically. Now, they are being more accepted and decent breeders are now adopting them out. My next issue is that idiot backyard breeders are breeding whites with whites, which will only produce genetically inferior white's that also are going to be more prone to be deaf or blind. I own a white boxer, that a show breeder gave to me . My mom breeds and shows boxers. So far, she hasn't had any whites appear in the litters.
Reply:They are just people who dont have a heart... Animals are wonderful and people who dont see that are the ones that ought to be put to sleep....
Reply:You answered your own question...Ignorance.
Reply:I agree with you 100%. I would never put a white boxer down. I charge less and require a contract with them. There are a lot of people that like the white boxers and would love to have one for a pet.
Reply:ignorance

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How long do you live or can have melanoma cancer?

2009-07-30T23:29:00.000-07:00

just curious cause a friend has a black spot on his back since he was 7 now 24 and it happened cause of sunburn..
How long do you live or can have melanoma cancer?
If melanoma is caught early, it is completely curable. If it spreads, it is very difficult to treat. Your friend needs to have the spot biopsied.
How long do you live or can have melanoma cancer?
Melanoma is the most dreaded form of skin cancer. I hope your friend is seeking medical help. Factors in developing skin cancer are: 1. Getting a severe sunburn in your teenage years. 2. Having ancestry of western European descent with blonde or light hair and light eyes and light skin. 3. A parent or relative who has or had itl

How can i make myself red without makeup?

2009-07-30T23:28:00.003-07:00

i've noticed that sunburn makes me look better... that's why i want to make myself red. don't advice slapping please. it hurts and lasts only 5-10 minutes
How can i make myself red without makeup?
Err...wow. You definitely don't want to burn and damage your skin! So that's out. You don't want to go around slapping yourself (lol, it's funny). Pinching your cheeks or holding your breat doesn't make the resulting shade of red last too long either. And there are only too many romantic/naughty things you can think about your crush. So, sadly, (and I really do hate to say it): I think your best bet on a beautiful lasting red shade (without injuring yourself) would lie on a reddish shade or blush/eyeshadow/lipstick, depending on whichever one you think of as the "lesser evil". It's a cheap and comparatively safer alternative. Lol, I know this wasn't what you were looking for, but I hope this helps anyway :)
How can i make myself red without makeup?
hold your breath for 10 minutes that should do it.
Reply:go out in the sun esp midday, can burn skin hehehe..but not too long as it can cause cancer. rub on tanning lotion..
Reply:how about thinking something romantic about your crush? i think it will give you a blush...and make you red (or pink?).
Reply:Buy a rosy-red blush.
Reply:hold your breath and strain really hard mix a little facce paint with foundation or cream blush wworks well. xx
Reply:either get a sunburn ( which i really advise against), or mix some light cream foundation with red cream blush and spread across your nose and cheeks.
Reply:Either try some rose toned blush or else u could try sitting in front of a heater or the like to make urself feel hot and therefore ur face will become red. Or u could try rubbing cherries on ur cheeks,..au naturale...lols
Reply:pinch your cheeks
Reply:sunburn

Has anyone else had any problems with Solarcaine?

2009-07-30T23:28:00.002-07:00

It's a medicine that you are supposed to spray on you while you are sunburned. AFTER, I sprayed it on, I itched like crazy. I can't even describe to you how dreadful it was.
Has anyone else had any problems with Solarcaine?
Solarcaine is a topical lidocaine. If you had severe itching it may mean that you have had a allergic reaction to one or more of the ingredient. Lidocaine allergies are common and generally people have tingling, hives or severe itching when using topical lidocaine if they are having a allergic reaction.

It hurts, REALLY bad!!!?

2009-07-30T23:28:00.001-07:00

I got a sunburn on my neck/throat surfin' the waves, but the idiot that I am I forgot sunscreen and put it on too late! anyway, what can I do to get rid of the pain? I know, Asprin, aloe vera, etc. How long will this last?
It hurts, REALLY bad!!!?
cold water is the best first aid when you burn yourself - 20 minutes under the tap is ideal. NEVER ice or vinegar or milk or butter or mustard or toothpaste or sunscreen or semen or vaseline or tomatoes or vanilla extract or yogurt or sour cream or egg white or lavender oil or cocoa butter or salt or tea or potato or shaving cream or olive oil or baking soda or banana peel or petroleum jelly or whipped cream or avocado or bacon grease or corn starch- not until the skin is fully healed!

alcohol might help with the pain but it is a serious risk as it will dehydrate you - so don't drink any. ibuprofen or aspirin will help but larger burns are often accompanied by stomach ulcers, so tylenol/panadol is best for pain if you are gonna tough it out. drink plenty of water or energy drinks that don't have caffeine (gatorade)

i would advise that you cover the burnt area with sterile paraffin wax or aqueous cream bp. (check the links below and see if you can find a local equivalent). wash the burn and reapply every 4-6 hours - cover with cling wrap if you wish to cover with clothes - this will stop your clothes getting covered with paraffin and maintains the burn.

cling wrap alone is ok if you can't get hold of any paraffin. it also acts as a protective artificial skin - helping retain moisture and protect from further damage and pain. cling wrap is cheap and clean off the roll. in Australia ambulances often use this when someone has been burnt. - please note that cling wrap isn't always practical, like on your face.

the paraffin imitates the natural oils, creating a seal stopping water leaving the body and reduces pain by protecting sensitised nerves. both of these factors improve healing - good stuff stays in, bad stays out - that is one job of healthy skin. aloe is good coz it remoisturises but that moisture can be quickly lost as the skin can't contain fluids. so put aloe on, and then the paraffin on over the top. if there is broken skin leave out the aloe - just paraffin.

http://www.doorone.com.au/xGS-Aqueous_Cr...

http://www.pharmacyonline.com.au/david-c...

hope this helps - let me know how you go and what similar brands/alternatives are available in your area

email if you still have questions - send photos feedingthedogcustard@hotmail.com

finally if you are really worried go to a hospital that has a burns unit or plastic surgeons. serious sunburn i.e. blisters (and all other burns) should be seen by a burns trained doctor or nurse.
It hurts, REALLY bad!!!?
Try some coco butter, and by tomorrow you should feel no pain
Reply:Get a sothing lotion..it may burn when you first put it on but after 15 secs or so it feels alot better......
Reply:get some solarcaine. its a sray and it works really well. it will last anywhere from a few days to over a week.have fun with the peeling
Reply:i know this may sound strange but have a warm shower to the point its a bit painful then get out, i have always had sunburns and never tanned all my life and even if i get a burn from cooking this is what i do. Cold water and things that cool are meant as a temporary relief. A warm shower for 10 minutes should take the pain away instantly.
Reply:awww you poor thing! try the aloe gel / lythocain or lynocain. i cant remember exactly what it called but its for sunburns and it cools on contact. it's a gel and it's blue. the pain will probabaly last about 3-5 days. feel better!
Reply:As soon as you realize you have a sunburn, start cooling the skin. Apply cold compresses for 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Drench a cloth or towel in ice water, wring it out and gently press it to the burned areas. If you apply ice to the skin, do not leave it there for more than a minute or two. You can also take cool baths. Some people add baking soda or oatmeal in the bath water.

Wash only with mild soap or just clean the burned skin with water.

Drink lots of water.

Apply an emollient type of moisturizer -- something rich, but not greasy. Do not use petroleum jelly or oils that may block the pores and exacerbate your symptoms. Apply lotions to blisters only after the blisters have broken and dried up.

Some doctors recommend nonprescription sprays or creams, but most advise avoiding them. While these may provide short-term relief, many people are allergic or sensitive to the benzocaine or similar ingredients that these products contain.

To relieve pain, you can take over-the-counter pain medicines.

Try calamine lotion for itching.

Some people apply aloe vera gel to the skin. It may not heal the sunburn any faster, but it may soothe the skin and is probably safe to try. Buy it in gel form from a reputable manufacturer. Do not take it internally.
Reply:yeah it sucks right. I did lots of aloe and luke warm showering, mostly just to keep my mind off it. I found that pain killers made it more tingly, but that might have just been in my mind. The worst of it should be over by tomorrow, it was for me. But it will be ichy for possibly a couple of days (maybe sooner), but not as bad as it is right now...
Reply:yogurt....i swear to go it works...or sour cream.....
Reply:Goldbond medicated lotion is like a dream
Reply:Willow Bark is a natural pain killer!

You can make tea of it.
Reply:it depends on if you have sun poisoning or just a bad sunburn. if you have sun poisoning where you get little blisters all over you itll take about a month or so to get rid of. for just a bad sunburn id say around 3 weeks. For the pain either just put aloe on it or just startin smokin crack or somethin
Reply:Ask your Dr. about silverdine! Its a prescrption that makes minor burns go away in like a day! Otherwise solercain works great at temporary relief and keep the burn covered with a t-shirt and sunscreen till it heals if your hitting the beach again!
Reply:Ok you can use Hydro-cortisone Cream and any lotion that has aloe vera in it. Will help the sunburn cool down. Also you can take a damp wash cloth and put on your sunburn. You could also take cool showers to relieve the burn. For the pain use Advil or Tylenol. I got this information on www.webmd.com it is a really good site for all medical problems you have.
Reply:Keep applying aloe several times a day until the pain stops. I'm a blue eyed blond who burns easily. My burns usually hurt for four to five days.

Willow bark is what aspirin is made from.

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Red color on my arms?

2009-07-30T23:28:00.000-07:00

My upper arms are really red..it almost looks like a sunburn. Its been like this for a year now. does anyone know what this is or how to get rid of it?
Red color on my arms?
go see a dermatologist.
Red color on my arms?
Allergy to certain fabrics?
Reply:use sun screen at least for three weeks then see the difference. you did not mentioned any seasonal variation?

Red cheeks?

2009-07-30T23:27:00.003-07:00

I HATE my red cheeks! I never know what to do! Whenever im @ my house or around my family im fine and my cheeks look normal. but when im at school teachers and friends tell me that my cheeks are red or that i look like i have been sunburnt. I have heard to use green make-up but that just dries out my face with many other powders and cover-ups. I need help! what should i use!!
Red cheeks?
well i know exactly what your talking about because i have the same problem!!! i actually dont use anything. i just go into the girls bathroom and take some cold water and put it all on my face. and if u wear make-up then just take the make-up that you applied at home to school and re-apply it at school after the water!
Red cheeks?
use liquid foundation ..it wont dry up your skin like dry powder and it'll cover up your red cheeks..
Reply:ok so u have a little problem, and its not a big one, actually its better than having a zit, i can tell u that. but anyway, use the liguid cover up stuff , it prob. wont dry up your face and it will only puy on i light coloring over top of your cheeks so u hav pink cheeks, trust me it will work.:)
Reply:you can try something with soy in it to calm your skin down..the green is out don't try it, it also makes you look like your sick..try Aveeno because they use a lot of soy in their products which helps inflamation..if you want a cover up use a mineral type of makeup like Neutrogena Mineral Sheers..their lightweight and inexpensive and you can put them in your purse if you need to..my cousin has red cheeks and she uses this makeup, she really loves it so its worth a try :)
Reply:iwould use a liquid foundation and then you can even use bronzer or powder over that.
Reply:Okay.

Well, before you put on the green cover-up, try using a moistureizer that will increase the oil in your skin. Then, follow with a powder foundation. Don't use liquid foundation, because that would just cancel out the green cover-up and move it around. Then, use a translucent powder. Since your cheeks are red, after using the cover-up and foundation, your cheeks will show through it all as a pink. In order to look glamourous, use the translucent powder to add a sheek sparkle that will make it look like you do have a gorgeous shade of blush on.

Instead of people asking you if you are sunburnt, they will ask you where you get that amazing shade of blush. You will get to reply with,"That's just my natural skin tone."

Also...

make sure you do use the green cover-up. not a normal color that is your skin tone.

Green is opposite to red on the color weel, making it cancel out.
Reply:It's usually only fatties and gingers that have red cheeks. If you are one of the above, you have bigger problems (like being the scum of the earth, for example).
Reply:I suggest using a good foundation that matches the rest of your face.
Reply:omg i have the same exact problem...i hate it!! anyway, i like Dior Red Correcting Cream, it's a light green cream, that won't dry out face, plus it lasts a long time and it doesn't cause breakouts either. feels very natural! after add on a loose powder makeup, like bare escentuals, to finish the look, this won't make skin dry either, cuz it's very light. hope this helped, good luck!
Reply:You may have rosacea or another skin problem, so you should probably see a dermatologist. I know a couple of people who have the same problem. I would recommend that you use a mineral makeup so that you don't irritate your skin. Try Neutrogena or Physicians Formula, or spend more and get Bare Minerals. I know that some makeup brands sell color-correcting primers. Smashbox has a green one to counter redness.
Reply:I just discovered this last week and i PROMISE you, you will see a difference!

Buy AVEENO ULTRA CALMING MOISTURIZER (the spf kind OR regular) and apply twice a day...AM and PM. You will see a difference in 2 days i bet.

My cheeks are really really red always and it stopped in 2 days after this stuff!!

Sun burned lips help?

2009-07-30T23:27:00.002-07:00

i got a sunburned on my lips

i think it was my lip gloss it is pretty oily

anyways does any one no any remedies

THANK YOU
Sun burned lips help?
I suffer from chaped/burned lips and the best things that works wonders is Burt Bees Lip balm (the yellow tube). It's minty, it's not oily and it sort of refreshes my lips and stays longer on them so I don't have to reapply often.
Sun burned lips help?
omg wow, I never knew you could get sunburn on your lips. Uh, dip them in cold water.. and don't lick them too much they might get chapped.. maybe put a little of that "cooler" thing on it. You know that blue thing.. that cools your back? Or you can use vaseline.
Reply:Oh,you poor thing.Try putting aloe chapstick and if you have the plant,that would be better.If not you could also try A%26amp;D ointment.It doesn't smell that great but it works well.Good Luck!
Reply:oh my goodness!! that happened to me last yearr

there's this ointment/chapstick called "blistex"

it reaaallyy works, and it's sold everywhere.. i think i bought it from walmart.. :]
Reply:well first of all,STOP USING LIP GLOSS! that stuff is a thick pile of crap on your lips! you should try using,"burts bees lip balm"

it helps ALOT! im tellen ya...try it out,,,you wont be sorry!

---glad to help---
Reply:I use chapstick that has SPF in it so my lips do not burn or peel during the summer. Usually they do not anyways but I still like to be safe. I got this really nice chapstick at the GAP. If you have a GAP store near you, you should look at their chapstick selection which has SPF in it. Or, you can go to Bath %26amp; Body Works. They have some really nice chapstick with SPF and other good protection for your lips. Even CVS has some. Hope I helped!
Reply:just put vasaline on them.

itll soooth and help repair
Reply:I ALWAYS use vaseline on my lips.. whether chapped or not it gets them really nice and soft... since your lips are burned it would be good to get a chapstick that has aloe vera in it because that is supposed to heal burns quickly =]
Reply:No, to vaseline it does not help it dries your skin out. It's petroleum - (not a good thing for your body)

Use pure vitamin e on them break open a capsule and drink a lot of water.
Reply:Chapstick, not lipgloss...There is an actual brand called "Chapstick" It workes great, i like the cherry scented one. Its around 1 dollar at walmart..

What good will Viagra do him?

2009-07-30T23:27:00.001-07:00

A guy falls asleep on the beach for several hours and gets horrible sunburn.

He goes to the hospital and is promptly admitted after being diagnosed with second-degree burns on his legs. He's starting to blister and he's in agony.

The doctor prescribes continuous intravenous feeding with saline and electrolytes, a sedative and, every four hours, a Viagra pill.

The nurse says, "What good will Viagra do him?"

The doc says, "It'll keep the sheets off his legs." :)
What good will Viagra do him?
I've heard some cures and antidotes for sunburn but Viagra beats the lot! I think I need a few good stiff drinks now fidgety.

I'll soon be three sheets to the wind!!!
What good will Viagra do him?
ha ha!
Reply:That isn't funny! Ewww!!!!!!!
Reply:Oh, good one!

I'm taking it to work; I work in a hospital!!
Reply:Good one. Must be small sheets though.
Reply:too true.
Reply:Ha ha ha
Reply:Very very good
Reply:Ha Ha! Funny! 10/10!
Reply:excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:Excellent 10 out of 10 and a star for that one thanks for the chuckle.
Reply:lol lol thats hilarious!!!! 10\10
Reply:hahahhahahah l0l!!!
Reply:yes very good!!! playing tents!

A protrude scar how clear??

2009-07-30T23:27:00.000-07:00

i have a protrude scar for long time,it is beacuse me incur sunburn~~~almost 1 year,i use a vitamin E cream!mederma,go see skin type doctor and the doctor give me a drug all drug i use has 3 month above,but nothing work,who can help?im so fret because have a giant protrude scar and also have concave scar,that all redness,im never trust any acne cream potion already,coz all that potion make me have scar or redness,my father tell me use a DARLIE toothpaste is good than acne potion~~if i have acne or giant acne juz use the toothpaste,after 3~4day can clear no stay any blemish and redness,but scar really hard to solve who can help me?my life is dark !how do i live if got scar at face~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
A protrude scar how clear??
First, for the acne, I have never heard of anyone who has had luck with toothpaste. However, you have nothing to lose by trying it.

I am not sure if you are referring to pitting and cystic acne scars or if you are talking about keloids or hypertrophic scars. Your question is not totally clear. However, these scars are notoriously difficult to treat. They can't be totally removed but the appearance of them can be improved dramatically in most cases. There is nothing you can do yourself but there are options available to treat keloids and hypertrophic scars.

Treatments include:

cortisone injections

laser treatment

cryosurgery

surgery followed with radiation

Most of the time, doctors will not do "regular" surgery just to remove the keloid or hypertrophic scar; special specific surgery is required. The reason why is that the chances are good the scar would just return. .

For acne scars, the treatment will depend on the severity of the scarring. Treatment can involve:

chemical peels

laser resurfacing

dermabrasion

steroid injections

soft tissue augmentation (injection of collagen or fat)

Also, you said you saw a doctor but you didn't say if it was a dermatologist. A dermatologist is essential since he specializes in skin issues. Please see a dermatologist to see what options are best for your scar and your acne issues.

Why Are People Buying Holiday and Retirement Homes In Bulgaria?

2009-07-30T23:26:00.003-07:00

With Health, Hygine and Hospital and Emergency Services at such a primitive level it is virtually suicide to spend any amount of time holidaying in Bulgaria and other former Communist Block Countries! Even monor injuries are treated in barbaric a ludacrus ways! My son had sunburn on his feet and the hospital socked his feet in oil and bandaged them tight. They kept cooking until he was screaming in pain! We had to cut them off and force his feet into a bath of cold water! They do not have the faintest idea on basic first aid!

While we were waiting in the hospital an English man was brought in who had had a heart attack and been waiting 5 hours for a ambulance. The taxi drivers in the resort would not take him to hospital! BUY IN HAST REGRET IT AT LEISURE! Spain is still the best place in the world for holiday and retirement homes! Today the medicine and treatment is first class and they have the best transplant record in Europe!
Why Are People Buying Holiday and Retirement Homes In Bulgaria?
Maybe people don't realise or think of them things till there in the situation u were in? why did u decide to go there on holidays? just wondering?
Why Are People Buying Holiday and Retirement Homes In Bulgaria?
It also raises the prices of houses and the locals will be unable to afford them
Reply:People buy in the likes of Bulgaria because it is very cheap. There are other issues to that any one buying would have to evaluate as in available health care, language problems, cost of living and availability of food that they are able to eat.

As for Spain you cannot be serious just ask all those people who have purchased only to find the property seized by the government or even knocked down.

Spain lost then plot a few years back and many people are now out of pocket as a result.
Reply:Its called freedom of choice
Reply:Holiday in Sri Lanka!

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Wat can i do to make my skin fair?

2009-07-30T23:26:00.002-07:00

i got sunburned due to a trip at a island.i would like to have some help in this because i look awfull now...
Wat can i do to make my skin fair?
Home treatment includes:

cool showers or baths

avoid creams or lotions that can hold heat inside (oil based)

drink lots of fluids

motrin or tylenol for pain

see doctor if you have blistering

stay out of the sun

if you must go out, keep sunburned areas covered

you can use OTC preps designed specifically for sunburn (to numb the pain and remove redness such as Solarcaine or aloe gel)

The aloe vera gel will help a lot with the redness. If tanning results, there is no cure to get back the "fairness" as the tan must fade on its own.
Wat can i do to make my skin fair?
No sun.
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Reply:The best thing to do is stay out of the sun for awhile and use lots of lotions to keep the skin soft, so it doesn't get dry and scaly.
Reply:Get something with aloe to help with the pain. Otherwise just time to heal will reduce the redness. And next time make sure you use sunscreen whenever you are out ~ it's not worth the risk of skin cancer later.
Reply:wash your face with regular dail soap.and use ponds cold cream at night for moisturizer.

Should I do it?

2009-07-30T23:26:00.001-07:00

The sunburn's got pretty bad, shall I jump?(into/off...*shrugs*)
Should I do it?
Sunburns fade. Death is forever.

That's almost poetic!!

Next time, think . . . "SUNSCREEN spf 30"!!

hey, bluesbrother? That was by Frankie Goes to Hollywood . . . NOT Depeche Mode.
Should I do it?
what the **** are you talking about hun?
Reply:if u want
Reply:you may need to go to the dr, and get a script for silvadine however you spell it, I had second degree sunburns once, it boiled and everything it was nasty.
Reply:Nah....dont do it. It wil get better with time...
Reply:Yes! Into an Ice Bath!
Reply:try head or tail and do what you get
Reply:Go for it!!!!
Reply:relax! don't do it! when ya want to get to it!

relax don't do it! when ya wanna come!
Reply:jump where?

heehee
Reply:Yes. It will take all the pain away.
Reply:go 4 it
Reply:no ,u just need to get some aloe vera ,silly
Reply:wont it make the sunburn hurt even more when u hit the ground?
Reply:no. you might hurt yourself... :P
Reply:jump into what?
Reply:Never despair wolfie, there's always darkness after light, the moon will shine again.

Joe
Reply:Into a bath filled with aloe vera gell? yes, it will cool your sunburned skin nicely.
Reply:why don,t you have a cold shower.
Reply:i've got a better idea ........................................... CLICK CLICK BOOOOOOOOM!!!!!!

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2009-07-30T23:26:00.000-07:00

Do Your Ears Ever Burn after Being Exposed To the Cold?

2009-07-30T23:25:00.002-07:00

Its been really cold here and yesterday I was in and out quite a bit..Last night my left ear was burning like being under a heat lamp and face..Some say this is high blood pressure.I don't have high blood pressure not even close..I used to have this as a child and remembered coming out of the cold felt like you had sunburn when inside after a day in the sun..My face also sweats in the cold but we are at rather high altitude and people say its normal here but its just freaky to get used to ..I have been checked by a doctor and no heart or vascular problems and im pretty healthy..is this ear and face thing sound familar to anyone?and what about the face sweating in the cold..condensation perhaps?
Do Your Ears Ever Burn after Being Exposed To the Cold?
Sure. -Lots of times. I think it's just the sensation of the warm blood rushing back into ears that have been numbed by the cold. I don't think it means there's anything systemicly wrong with you. -Try to wear a long wool hat that covers your ears the next time you go out into the cold. Works for me.
Do Your Ears Ever Burn after Being Exposed To the Cold?
no they don't burn, but I have had the outer parts of them ache really bad from the cold.

Was the wind blowing? Maybe you just got wind chapped.

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Errection problems?

2009-07-30T23:25:00.001-07:00

i have two problems to address, and i hope you people can be serious, because i have been laughed off of other boards and this is a serious issue!

the first problem is, my penis is slightly bent, to the right..this causes discomfort in my lover and she says it hurts alot

second

for the past few weeks i have had this flaky kinda plasticy film over the head of my penis, and it hurts when i peel it off...do i have sunburn or something?
Errection problems?
you are sick sick sick. thanks for the two points
Errection problems?
Go to a friggin doctor... why are you asking a bunch of teenagers about this???
Reply:1. sucks for you

2. syphillis
Reply:do you masturbate a lot, something you've done caused this irregular form to the penis and 2nd I don't know what the hell is that about, you may need to seek medical attention.
Reply:I'm not really sure, best advice I can give you is to see a doctor asap.
Reply:DUDE, I WOULD GO SEE A DOCTOR ABOUT FLAKY/PLASTICY FILM. YOU DON'T WANT TO MESS AROUND WITH PROBLEMS ON YOUR PUD. AS FOR THE BENT ISSUE, TRY DIFFERENT POSITIONS WITH YOUR PARTNER TO SEE WHAT IS MOST COMFORTABLE FOR YOU %26amp; FOR THEM.
Reply:Dude!! why don't you ask the doc for complete %26amp; correct info.

Why u even bother asking on forum boards such as this to get laughed at??

A visit to doc will end all ur miseries...
Reply:i don't know? sorry.
Reply:Umm, neither of these are a problem with your erection itself then?

A curvature in one's penile shaft is a common problem caused by an imperfect circumcision operation. Everyone's born with this flap of skin thing that can cover the tip of the penis. In circumcision, they cut that off, and since you end up with a lot less skin, the penis is held back slightly (until the skin can stretch to compensate) If the circumcision doesn't take off the exact same amount of skin from each side, sometimes the penis ends up getting a little crooked. (Mine's to the left a bit) so far as I know there isn't any real way to fix this.

A flaky film... umm, could be a dried discharge. When a guy gets excited, he sometimes starts leaking a bit of a clear fluid that would normally be used to lube up for the act. If that dries, it can form a bit of film that does indeed hurt to peel off,n and it does look something like a sun burn. I can wash it off when that happens, although that takes a lot of scrubbing, and I find peeling to be less painful. My best solution so far is to either wipe it off while it's still wet (I generally know when I've gotten excited) or soak it in the shower for a while.

Of course, if you've been with someone, and you're not entirely certain that she's disease free, or even if this is a new thing that you've never experienced before, you might want to make an appointment at the family planning clinic for a checkup. The doctors aren't the most friendly and accomodating types, but it is free.

My face was really dry when i woke up this morning...any tips on what i should do?it is like almost peeling...

2009-07-30T23:25:00.000-07:00

Problem skin: any comments or suggestions??!?

2009-07-30T23:24:00.003-07:00

i can't stand looking at myself in the mirror and avoid it at pretty much all costs. lol seriously, not only do i have acne (which has gotten way better over the past couple of years), my skin is dry but yet oily. what i hate the most is how red my face is; it's just across the middle too. almost like a sunburn only it doesn't fade or get better. i look like a ****** raccoon or something! man during the summer i make sure i get sunscreen made special just so it won't clog up pores, but it really burns when i put it on! and i'm talking about my face face that's red, not the pimples. i've tried all kinds of antibiotics and washes. pro-activ worked great for a week or so, but then it got so much worse and my face burned all the time. it even hurt to touch it. so then i got the gentle solution but it didn't make any difference. i wouldn't have any problem dealing with my acne itself if only the redness was gone. does ANYONE have ANY comments or suggestions??!? gracias ta yal
Problem skin: any comments or suggestions??!?
there is a vitamin complex and cream combo that should solve this problem. email me for details but have your settings allow me to reply back

Pale skin and freckles?

2009-07-30T23:24:00.002-07:00

i have really really really pale skin with a bunch of freckles. I can't tan (naturally anyway) and i sunburn all the time and really easily. Is there anything i can do that won't totally damage my skin so that im not ghostly pale?
Pale skin and freckles?
A woman without freckles is like a day without sunshine. This is an old quote but it pertains today as it did then. And, anyone can 'tan' with the right amount of exposure over longer periods of time without harming your skin or you body. Check out herbal tanning solutions.
Pale skin and freckles?
Personally I think freckles are kind of cute. I have always wanted some, which may seem weird. For tanning you could buy some GOOD tanning lotion, not the cheap stuff. Remember not to over apply.

Best of luck to you!

=)
Reply:if you're a red head w/ pale skin %26amp; freckles ... you're gorgeous! be sooo happy w/ what you have. i always wanted what you have when i was little (i was very dark skinned, had long black hair %26amp; no freckles - i looked like a little indian girl). now i embrace my heritage, but so should you. ;)
Reply:Firstly always wear a sunscreen!!!

Try using a fake tan on your body %26amp; some bronzer on your face. Try not to be in th sun for long periods of time without sunscreen on. If you protect your skin now from further sun damage your freckles will fade over time.
Reply:As a healthcare provider, and a fellow fair skinned,freckled person, I can tell you that for you to try to tan is to invite skin cancer. It's not worth it. The best tanning lotion in the world will not protect you...or work. The fake spray on tans are an option..or the fake tanning lotions. Either way, its what you have...we are who we are. I personally have finally decided that I am proud of my ghostly shine. I will tell you that once when I was overseas I was shocked to find out that in England and the British Isles, very white skin is considered extremely attractive. The same in the Bahamas. All of the sudden I was flooded with attention. So....beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Reply:I am completely with you on this one girl! i have red hair, pale skin, and freckles, and i used to want to tan all the time, but now i accept it for who i am and i love it! i get compliments all the time on my skin and my complexion! i know you might want to be tan, but just embrace who you are
Reply:HAH!!!!

What a coinquidink!!!!my bff alyssa is the same way.hahahahahahahahaha.

no.

i have no clue what to do.
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Anyone has a tip on how to provide good lighting condition for a venus flytrap?

2009-07-30T23:24:00.001-07:00

i have three venus flytraps and one of them just died because i put it outside in full burning sun so it got sunburned anyways i read faqs about lightiung conditions and all of them tell me to either put it on full sun or direct sunlight so how did my plant died if i did put it on direct sunlight..anyways i hav 2 plants left as i was reading the faqs i also read that i have to acclimate my plants on a shade like a week or so outside does this mean i have to let them get accustomed to the outside temperature under a shade before exposing them to the sun? i also have lots of lightbulbs in my room i don't know ift they provide enough light for my plants do they yes or no? wat shoul i do any expert out there before i loose any of my other 2 because it seems like the sun is killing my plant instead of helping it plus my venusflytrap has not even developed the nice red color under the leaf instead it is full green....ty for ur patience
Anyone has a tip on how to provide good lighting condition for a venus flytrap?
I keep mine on a windowsill just out of the sun. The little paper thing about care of the plant that came with mine said indirect sunlight. You could put it anywhere it was getting sun but just not in the sun itself. Also you should keep the soil moist at all times. I usually moisten it every day or two to make sure it doesn't get too dry.
Anyone has a tip on how to provide good lighting condition for a venus flytrap?
Put the plants next to a window and they'll be fine.
Reply:It sounds like the FAQs are steering you in the right direction--the plants should be outside and I'm sure you've read they need to go through some sort of "winter" --whether this is in the fridge or outside will depend on where you live. Here's my suggestion: since you want to minimize the risk of killing them both, move one plant outside into the shade and GRADUALLY move him into part sun or sun over the space of about two weeks. Keep the other under lights inside, as bright and close as you think is reasonable without burning him. Put the inside one in the fridge when the time is appropriate (see the FAQs); deal with the outside one as is appropriate for your climate. They will die back in the winter. And of course, pay attention to moisture--there are tricks so that you shouldn't need to water every day, yet still keep moist. Distilled/Deionized or rain water as you know. As you've no doubt discovered, there's a lot of information online about how to grow these things--read it and find out what the consensus is. Good luck.

Oh, I did give my brother one--he kept it outside all year in the San Francisco Bay Area in part shade. It did well and bloomed.

Edit: I just reread your question and noticed that you say you have lots of lightbulbs in your room. Are these some sort of lights (fluorescent or compact fluorescent) that are set up specifically for growing plants? If so, that might be OK, although outside is still the better long-term solution. If they are just random lightbulbs to provide general room light, that's definitely inadequate.
Reply:You are correct in your assumption that the plant needs to be aclimated into it's new environment. The Venus Flytrap will do better in conditions that provide full sun, if it is a strong, healthy plant. The problem is, plants that are bought in the big box store are often in a weakened state because of the conditions that they have been growing in. High humidity+low light+moisture can lead to fungus and mold. The best information on planet Earth for raising any plant carnivorous can be found at the following link. http://www.cobraplant.com/cmd.php?af=385... These dudes have a fantastic e-book, as well as care sheets for each plant and a blog. If I were in your shoes I would go to the ask the experts section right off the bat. Then get yourself one of the e-books and read through it.
Reply:I have 3 Venus Flytraps as well, and they occupy a small space outside the patio of my apartment. The spot is shady, and it usually just gets the morning sun. I generally keep them out of direct sunlight for the most part, and only expose them to full morning sun everyday. I find the full-sun all day advice rather questionable. I tried that for a few months, and some leaves started turning brown and died. Some just turned black around the edges. Sunburn? One started going bad even while it was still forming. It's a wonder they haven't completely died. Ever since I moved them, they seemed very happy. Can't go wrong with morning sun I suppose. And yes, my plants have the red colors under their leaves. Good luck!

How can i get rid of my blackheads? They've been on my nose and chin FOREVER, and they arnt going away.?

2009-07-30T23:24:00.000-07:00

I have blackheads on my nose and chin. (at least i THINK there blakcheads) I have so many, that it looks like i have a freckle problem. I cover them up with non-pinmple causing coverup, and wash them every day, but there not going away. Could you suggest a product that will get rid of them? Oh yeah, this probably doesnt have an effect on my blackheads, but in the summer i do alot of haying. Like, last summer it got REALLY hot and we had to do it @ 4:30 in the morning. I got sunburned on my nose, and my nose started peeling. I scrubbed away the dead skin and my blackheads went away. But then, the next week they came back.
How can i get rid of my blackheads? They've been on my nose and chin FOREVER, and they arnt going away.?
1 - Steam your face! I do this right before I go into the shower. I turn the hot water on in the sink and throw a towel over my head to keep the steam in. Do this for about 20 minutes. (I know, boring but it works amazingly!) I do this about every 2-3 days.

2 - Once you get in the shower, wash your face with a black head control face wash. I use Clean and Clear black head control. (You can really use any face wash, but I would use one with little beads in it or one for blackheads) It just helps to clean out your open pores.

3 - Before you get out of the shower, rinse off your nose in cold (cool) water for about a minute. This will help to close off your pores so they arent open to dirt.

This helps me alot! Alot of people have said they notice a difference in my nose already. I also use Biore Pore Strips (you can also get their black head face wash too) and I use them in the morning and at night, every other day.

Hope that helped!

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How can i get rid of my blackheads? They've been on my nose and chin FOREVER, and they arnt going away.?
You can try the face strips from brands like Biore and special 'Blackhead Clearing Face Wash' from brands like Clean %26amp; Clear. Or visit a dermatologist and see what they can do to help!

I've used the face wash and strips and they both improved matters for me.
Reply:I would recommend using an exfoliator, and with that one of those puffie things that girls use in the shower, to scrub your face with. Another item you can use is the bior strips for you nose.

Do that daily, and get a face cloth wet with HOT water and place that over your face for a a few minutes, and then rinse your face off with cold water.
Reply:I nesciarily dont have black heads but i do have pimples that never go away. i just got some proactive a few days ago...it works pretty good. you can get clean and clear blackhead treatment.

Please don't call me an idiot!?

2009-07-30T23:23:00.003-07:00

IF I apply SPF all over it prevents sunburn but I can still get a tan right? Thanks and remember not an idiot
Please don't call me an idiot!?
hey just buy a tanning lotion that contains SPF it will work perfect for both things thats what i do
Please don't call me an idiot!?
Yeah I guess. people who lay out still put on sunblock.

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Ask any question and it will answer correctly each time.

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Reply:Yep.
Reply:No you cannot tan with a sunscreen...and you shouldn't try. Get a spray fake tan. Save yourself the wrinkles and possibility of skin cancer. No you are not an idiot.....unless you are trying to tan.
Reply:You are not an idiot! Sunblocks have an SPF number, the higher the number the more UVA and UVB light they will block...

You shouldn't tan anyway, but if you must, use a 15 on your body and a 45 on your face and you will get some results.

I would suggest you buy one of those lotions that produce a "glow" or very light tan on your body. You put them on once a day and get a little color and no risk of ruining your skin and having freckles and wrinkles and skin cancer when you are older.
Reply:You're not an idiot. When you apply sunscreen, you will not get a tan. You don't want to get a tan anyway. If you protect your skin now, you will have fewer wrinkles when you are elderly. Tanning your skin is just damage to your skin. It's not healthy in any way. People think they "look" healthy when they have a tan. They're not. How do you think skin cancer comes about? Whether you tan outside or in a tanning salon, you can get cancer either way. Protect yourself now, and apply sunscreen before you go out in the sun, and consistently reapply it throughout the day.
Reply:Just remember that when you have a visible tan, it actually is an indication that damage has been done to your skin.
Reply:Sunscreens have a wide range of SPF ratings (from 2 to 60.) SPF means "Sun Protection Factor." The SPF rating is calculated by comparing the amount of time needed to produce a sunburn on protected skin to the amount of time needed to cause a sunburn on unprotected skin.

So, YES you can still tan while wearing a sunscreen. It just depends on what SPF rating your sunscreen has. I had a very fair-skinned friend who would burn severely while covered in many coats of SPF 50. Unfortunately for him there was no such thing as a tan, sunscreen or no sunscreen.

Oh, and also, you are not an idiot.
Reply:Its actually a good question. SPF will block out the rays of the sun for a specified period of time. For example, if you were to burn with in 15 minutes in the sun, and you applied SPF 30, you would be safe from burning for approx. 45 minutes. Read the packages for the specifics of each.

You will still get sun - whether a sunburn or suntan, depending on how long you are exposed to the sun. SPF only delays the effects of the sun on your skin.

Hope that answers your question.
Reply:you're not an idiot but don't forget to reapply the lotion every hour for continual protection.

Help me!!!!?

2009-07-30T23:23:00.002-07:00

i have these 2 red spots on my face, i recently went swimming indoors, and the skin on my cheekbones is bright red, there is no possibility that it is a sunburn. are there any remidies that work overnight, i think its chlorine burn.
Help me!!!!?
Relax, if it's chlorine burn, it will start to disappear before you go to bed tonight. Put a light moisturizer on it before bed. It'll go away, don't panic.
Help me!!!!?
Yes moisturizer should fix it :o)
Reply:Use Clinique moisturizer. I can't remember the name but it is pastel yellow. It will do the trick.

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What could be the best that can be put on my face and body?

2009-07-30T23:23:00.001-07:00

bcoz i'm too much exposed to sunlight during our training..and i can help but to stay at sunlight for too long..now i'm in sunburn on my face..
What could be the best that can be put on my face and body?
Go to this website -

http://flawlesscomplexion.com
What could be the best that can be put on my face and body?
Put tomatoes slices in your face. An thermal water if you have.

And if you have to stay at sun, always use a good protector.

Sun it's the worst!!
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Why are all the baby cactuses in my greenhouse turning all black?

2009-07-30T23:23:00.000-07:00

Five months ago i germinated cactus seeds, then when they were two months old i watered them, then i took a vacation i went back and the little baby cactuses were bigger and had more prickles then i watered them, but they were all black is this normal, did the little fellas get a sunburn or what, the temperature in the greenhouse was about 22 degrees celcius.
Why are all the baby cactuses in my greenhouse turning all black?
I know it sounds crazy but you may be overwatering it. Cacti don't need much moisture at all. Perhaps the air is too humid for them in your green house. If they are in soil you should mix some sand with that soil.

i hope this helps!
Why are all the baby cactuses in my greenhouse turning all black?
cacti never need water, but you can give a little once in a while, that could be it.

Aussies please answer?

2009-07-30T23:22:00.003-07:00

Do you like our national Anthem? if not, what would you prefer?

I personally like I love a sunburnt country, it has been set to music by Jackie Tent and Tony Hatch
Aussies please answer?
I THINK A SUNBURNT COUNTRY
Aussies please answer?
I love it very much. Well you can sing that sunburnt country whilst the rest will sing Advance Australia Fair!!!!
Reply:I think our National Anthem is boring....an anthem is supposed to provoke feelings of pride and patriotism......ours just sends us to sleep! The fact that a lot of people don't even know the words proves that!

I think Waltzing Mathilda would be a better choice.
Reply:I love our national anthem better when both verses are sung.... The second verse of the official lyrics is much more powerfully patriotic than the first.. though I am glad we dropped the middle verse of the original lyrics.

Advance Australia Fair - The official version

Australians all let us rejoice,

For we are young and free;

We've golden soil and wealth for toil,

Our home is girt by sea;

Our land abounds in Nature's gifts

Of beauty rich and rare;

In history's page, let every stage

Advance Australia fair!

In joyful strains then let us sing,

"Advance Australia fair!"

Beneath our radiant Southern Cross,

We'll toil with hearts and hands;

To make this Commonwealth of ours

Renowned of all the lands;

For those who've come across the seas

We've boundless plains to share;

With courage let us all combine

To advance Australia fair.

In joyful strains then let us sing

"Advance Australia fair!"

My Country, by Dorothea Mackellar would have to drop its first verse to be a national anthem... because the first verse, the one a lot of people dont know is about england...

My Country

The love of field and coppice,

Of green and shaded lanes.

Of ordered woods and gardens

Is running in your veins,

Strong love of grey-blue distance

Brown streams and soft dim skies

I know but cannot share it,

My love is otherwise.

I love a sunburnt country,

A land of sweeping plains,

Of ragged mountain ranges,

Of droughts and flooding rains.

I love her far horizons,

I love her jewel-sea,

Her beauty and her terror -

The wide brown land for me!

A stark white ring-barked forest

All tragic to the moon,

The sapphire-misted mountains,

The hot gold hush of noon.

Green tangle of the brushes,

Where lithe lianas coil,

And orchids deck the tree-tops

And ferns the warm dark soil.

Core of my heart, my country!

Her pitiless blue sky,

When sick at heart, around us,

We see the cattle die -

But then the grey clouds gather,

And we can bless again

The drumming of an army,

The steady, soaking rain.

Core of my heart, my country!

Land of the Rainbow Gold,

For flood and fire and famine,

She pays us back threefold -

Over the thirsty paddocks,

Watch, after many days,

The filmy veil of greenness

That thickens as we gaze.

An opal-hearted country,

A wilful, lavish land -

All you who have not loved her,

You will not understand -

Though earth holds many splendours,

Wherever I may die,

I know to what brown country

My homing thoughts will fly.

Dorothea Mackellar

But basically I am happy with Advance Australia Fair

And um Waltzing Matilda is a song about vagrant who steals a sheep and then commits suicide to evade capture by the police... not the stuff national anthems are made of...

Where can i get a pair of white arm covers for the sun for cycling?

2009-07-30T23:22:00.002-07:00

I get sunburn on my arms and my pastor who is also a cyclist had mentioned these thin white arm covers to wear so that i won't get burn ed and keep constantly putting sunscreen on my arms all the time. I also don't really want to wear long sleeve shirts underneath the bicycling jersey in the 90 degree heat while i am doing the bike ride across georgia in June.
Where can i get a pair of white arm covers for the sun for cycling?
You should look on performancebike.com or nashbar.com for a product called arm warmers. They often come in different colors. They are generally for cooler weather so it may be uncomfortable in the heat.
Where can i get a pair of white arm covers for the sun for cycling?
Arm warmers come in a variety of colors. Have not seen to many in white.

Easy solution, cut the sleeves off a white long sleeve T-shirt, then sew some elastic in the top of the sleeve.

You now have a pair of white arm warmers.
Reply:I ride year round in Queensland Australia we have the dubious honor of having the highest rates of skin cancer in the world.

I wear a long sleeve jersey most of the time. In summer we regularly reach 42 celsius (107 f). The jerseys are the best material to balance sun protection and heat. (Any good cycling supplier) Plus heaps of 30+ sunscreen.

I also use an adapt-a cap, fitted snuggly, under the helmet on the longer rides to protect the back of the neck ears and side of the face. (I don't use it as the link shows. It reduces vision to much)

http://www.sunprotection.com.au/pages/pr...
Reply:make a pair out of a man's dress shirt.

growing azalea

I have red tinted skin that turns yellow if pressed on...?

2009-07-30T23:22:00.001-07:00

does anybody have this problem? maybe getting a tan would help[though i am not pale, just i am kinda red and its not sunburnt] and idk how to hide it or anything. do you have any ideas how to change it? its not rosacea, doesnt itch, and isnt like puffy, just reddish. like the back of my arms and cheeks especially. thanks!
I have red tinted skin that turns yellow if pressed on...?
omg i have the same thing, i use a tinted mositureizer and it seems to help a little bit

Can someone explain to me, what is going on?? look at details.?

2009-07-30T23:22:00.000-07:00

I get very red in the face, and no I am not blushing, but it feels like my entire face is on fire or has been sunburned, but it hasnt. Its starting to become real annoying, and actually embarrassing to even go out, can someone tell me what is happening to me? It happens everyday and at anytime... what can I do?
Can someone explain to me, what is going on?? look at details.?
Sounds like a "hot flash" -- I don't know if you're old enough to be experiencing the change or perimenopause. Some women, however, go through menopause much earlier than late 40's or early 50's. Have hormonal levels check my your MD.
Can someone explain to me, what is going on?? look at details.?
all i can think of is an alergy ... go see ur doc
Reply:I think President Clinton had the same thing. Check it out Maybe it was called Rodesia check my spelling

Acutane?????????

2009-07-30T23:21:00.002-07:00

alright all those acne fighters! here's a question for you. i am starting to take acutane and the first does is tonite. how quickly does it work? does you skin get worse before it starts working and when do u see results from the acutane!!?!?!? any advice is helpful.. also does acutane make u get sunburned and what acne creams did u use when you took it! thanks for ur help
Acutane?????????
I saw results within 2 weeks, but mostly the levels of oil on my skin and hair, rather than on my spots.

Yep, accutane makes you more likely to get sunburned, so make sure to wear a light oil-free sunscreen. I didn't use any acne creams when on accutane, since none of them worked for me. Ask your dermatologist before you use any over the counter things as you might dry your skin out too much and damage it.

Good luck!

When will the (side effect) redness subside off using Retin-A Micro?

2009-07-30T23:21:00.001-07:00

I've been using Retin-A Micro gel 0.04% for a week now. My face is totally red, but it's not very dry. When will this redness (which looks like sunburn) fade away? It's bothering me so much, I just want to hide
When will the (side effect) redness subside off using Retin-A Micro?
It will go away in about 3 weeks, what it is doing is peeling off your older facial cells, and allowing new to grow in, do not stop your treatment or you will have to start it all over again
When will the (side effect) redness subside off using Retin-A Micro?
Usually takes about 2 Weeks for Your skin to adjust to it. Also, if Possible, ask Your Doctor or Dermatologist to switch You to the Cream Version during the winter time, as it won't dry out Your Skin as much.

(Retin-A .05% Cream)

types of lily

Tattoo infection?

2009-07-30T23:21:00.000-07:00

Okay, so I got this tattoo 3 days ago near my hip and it is still extremely sore....like a medium sunburned feeling. Hurts to sit, wear pants that go near it, shirts that cover it etc. As a result Ive been walking around half naked all weekend haha. Wondering what the signs of infection are? My back tattoo didnt have any pain at all so this is not pleasant. Its not raised or bruised or red. How many days should I wait to contact the artist/doctor? Ive also been warned to definitely not re-cover it. Just wanting the opinion of seasoned tattoo vets. Thanks guys
Tattoo infection?
the skin in that area is moved often, like when you sit or walk. wear lose pants that do not touch the area, wash it with a clear antibacterial soap, and use lotion to prevent the tattoo from drying out.
Tattoo infection?
the reason it hurts so much is it's in a place that moves more than the other....signs of infection are....red streaks... yellow puss....keep it clean and use a triple antibacterial cream
Reply:WITHOUT YOU HAVING ANY REL SIGN OF INFECTION I WOULD SAY ALL IS WELL. MAYBE THATS JUST A MORE SENSITIVE PART OF YOUR BODY.
Reply:No need to worry, your hip is a very sensitive spot. It will take longer for it to heal. I know what your going thru, I had a tattoo put on top of my foot and i thought the same thing
Reply:actually, thats totally normal. your back tat had a lot more tissue to work with, the one on your hip is pretty much right on the bone. the pain is going to be similar to that til it heals. it wont be as strong in a couple of days. just make sure that you continue to care for it like the artist instructed you too
Reply:It's just in a hard to heal area.

watch it, keep loose clothing on it, if anything starts to ooze from it see a DR.
Reply:This doesnt sound like an infection.

Heres some signs of an infected tattoo:

Red streaking,streaking off and up the tattoo

Swollen,raised tattoo

Pussing,cracking,and bleeding

The tattoo will feel "HOT"

Fever

Your hip is a senstive area, and get alot of movement.your tattoo should and will feel "sore" for the first couple days, tattooing irritates the nerves.and is an "open wound"

If your touching it alot. STOP!

make sure your wahing it no more then twice a day with antibacterial soap, rubbing the soap with your fingers,and rinsing with warm water, and Pat Dry.

DO NOT USE NEOSPORIN ,OR A%26amp;D on a tattoo ever!

Use Aquaphor (Can be found in your lotion asle at any drug store) a small amount enough to have a light layer over tattoo. use this for the first 5-6days

After its heeled up you can use lotion

Non-alcohol,Non fragrance lotion

Cruel or Lubriderm.

Good luck, If it does not feel any better in the next couple days then contact your artist, and or go to the Dr.
Reply:Everyone gave OK answers but I guess is the ink that your tattoo artist used.

Also the needle and how hard they pressed.

I read your other questions also.

Your lotion that you are using

could be a lot of things

Use lubriderm, Don't go into the sun or uv for 4weeks.

its could be irritating it.

Make sure it get a lot of air, don't cover it up when you sleep,

don't get it wet when you shower, Don't itch it, if you have to rub lubriderm on it.

no one can really tell over the Internet with no pict.

My suggestion is

Go back to your tattoo artist and ask.
Reply:its not infected, its just a tattoo. its going to be sore for a few days. Worry if its still sore 3 weeks after. Go see your artist if you have any problems.

its infected when the outside 2inches or so around it are discoloured and its *****. its going to be very angry looking.

I had to break an office chair just to sit down when i got my back done. couldnt sit right for a fwe days either!

Was your Labor Day weekend....?

2009-07-30T23:20:00.003-07:00

something to remember, regret, or relfect upon for years to come?

Mine was something to remember and reflect upon for years to come. 2 states, 780 miles, 2 live music shows, 6 bars, 15 hours on the lake, a slight sunburn, and a few new friends.

To the times we will never forget, with the people we will always remember.
Was your Labor Day weekend....?
remembr. my frend came ovr while my rents had a bbq 4 da fam. it was fun. we had a mini food fite ^.^
Was your Labor Day weekend....?
Yes,I spent the weekend with my son and we went to the beach and to an amusement park. We got some sun and had a blast.

Blonde joke...its cute...rate it and give it thumbs up or down pls! =]]...?

2009-07-30T23:20:00.002-07:00

A blonde, brunette and redhead are in a desert.

The brunette says, "I brought some water so we don't get dehydrated."

The redhead says, "I brought some suntan lotion so we don't get sunburned."

Then the blonde says I brought a car door."

The other girls said, "Why did you bring that?"

Then the blonde says, "So I can roll down the window if it gets hot."
Blonde joke...its cute...rate it and give it thumbs up or down pls! =]]...?
Ive already heard it but its still funny :)
Blonde joke...its cute...rate it and give it thumbs up or down pls! =]]...?
The tears are running down my leg
Reply:not that funny.
Reply:funny....
Reply:very cute.......lol
Reply:really bad. thumbs down. Here's mine..... Why did the blond start snorting "Sweet %26amp; Low"? Answer, ... she thought it was "diet coke"
Reply:nahhh, not too good jokes
Reply:funny. it made my 9 year old daughter laugh...
Reply:DATS FUNNY
Reply:That one was funny! LOL

I'll give it a thumbs up!
Reply:LMAO!!! I thought it was really funny!!!!
Reply:thumbs down, I've heard better
Reply:HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Why did the blonde get fired from the M%26amp;M's factory?

She kept throwing out all the W's!!!
Reply:lol. heres mine:

a blonde and her brunette friend walk into a store. The blonde buys a pack of m%26amp;ms. Then she opens the pack and starts taking out all of the brown ones and throws them away. The brunette asks her, "Why are you throwing those out? She says, "I don't like chocolate."
Reply:Hey, the third grade called. They want their joke back.
Reply:ok - it sure did make us laugh - me %26amp; my 11 yr. old daughter! good one.
Reply:cute
Reply:old but very good ha ha
Reply:OKAY OKAY,,, u guys are missing the good ones

1. what is the first thing a blonde does in the morning? She opens the car door

2. What do u call a blonde with a dollar bill on her head? anything u can eat for under a buck

3. How do you drown a blonde ? put a mirror at the bottom of the pool.

4. Why do blondes wear underwear? To keep her ankles warm

Liver Problems?

2009-07-30T23:20:00.001-07:00

Im 21 and ive been having minor liver related problems. Ive drank for several years and took a blood test about a year ago. My LFTs came back kinda high. My doctor told it probably wasnt anything to worry about so i continued my partying and drinking (stupid me). Then i started feeling pains in my lower right abdonminal area underneath my ribs where the liver is located. So i stop drinking Went on a diet for a month and felt great. I started drinking again a month or two later the pains return. I already took another blood test a month ago and if there was anything abnormal the doctor would contact me. I stop drinking for 2 and half weeks now and went back on my diet but a a couple days ago a little patch of skin on my stomach right where my liver is dried up and started peeling. Its just a thin layer of skin peeling kinda like when u get sunburnt and ur skin peels. I dont know if this has to do with my liver or not? Any input or advise would be truly appreciated. thanks again.
Liver Problems?
the skin peel over the liver area has nothing to do with the liver, but high liver enzymes in the face of continued drinking, you are looking at a grave prognosis, you need to quit drinking, your liver will eventually get so bad that it will not heal again, this is a young age to suffer irrecoverable damages to your liver, good luck
Liver Problems?
I agree, the peeling skin is not related to your liver. High enzymes and a painful inflamed liver at age 21! Holy Shite! You'd better quit drinking alcohol right now if you expect to live until you're 40. I'm serious....and so is your condition.
Reply:You are so young and if you carry on drinking you will die young..Your liver cant take any more and you really need to sort yourself out..I have lost someone through liver disease brought on through years of drinking and let me tell you it wasn't very nice..They were told that their liver was damaged and to stop drinking or they would die,they stopped drinking and in the space of 3weeks they were dead..People always think it cant or wont happen to them but it does and it will.
Reply:My liver was also hurting the same way. My doctor ran some tests. Finds out I have a "Fatty Liver". Went on a diet, lost 20 lbs and haven't had the pains since. I don't drink and never have.
Reply:I agree with much of what already has been written and would just add that dying of liver disease would be an unpleasant and prolonged way to go.

Take the cure drink no more

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How can I stop my face being all red?

2009-07-30T23:20:00.000-07:00

My face seems to be constantly red lately and it is not sunburn or anything like that, I think my facial veins are too close to the surface or something. What can I do to calm my face down and be all white again like normal. It is making my skin look horrible and sore. Is there vitamins or something I can take to relax my veins or something? Please help.
How can I stop my face being all red?
you may be having some sort of allergic reaction or medical condition like rosacea. You better see a doctor. In the meantime, you can use a green based powder, (yes green), like one from Physician's Formula, to dust over your face after applying your make up and it will offset the red and make your face look all normal again!
How can I stop my face being all red?
You may be allergic to a product that you're using. Have you started using a new makeup or cleanser, etc? If so, try not to use it until your skin calms down and then try each new product once at a time to see which one is the culprit. You can also get Aveeno calming lotion to help.

Could be an allergic reaction to a new soap, laundry detergent or just the elements. It's really hard to tell.
Reply:apply some sun cream losion
Reply:There are vitamins but most are very expensive. Try taking time out of the day to just sit and relax. You are stressed out and need to calm down.
Reply:See a dermatologist, you may have rosacea, a skin disorder that causes reddened skin.
Reply:It is a skin conditioned called Rosacea that can be treated. See a dermatologist.
Reply:You can use Sheer Cover or Sudden Glow which was on TV recently. It is a very lightweight powder which you apply on your face with a powder brush like make-up. To eliminate the problem, you can see a dermatologist to remove the red skin with laser. It is quite expensive, and I don't know if insurance pays for this. It might be a little bit painful like getting a needle shot.

Is it true that Germans don't tan easily?

2009-07-30T23:19:00.003-07:00

Anyone know what skin condition or other conditions I might have?

2009-07-30T23:19:00.002-07:00

About two weeks ago, I woke up with an intense "sunburn like" pain in my right hip, near my waist. The next day, I woke up with a sore throat on the right side, and an overall scratchy throat, which later turned into phlem, coughing, and laryngitis. At the same time the pain in my hip spread across my back towards my spine. Then it went a little down my right buttock, and a little up my back towards the bra line. It was intense, and I could not stand to have clothes, or anything brush against it.

I saw my skin Dr. after about one week of this, and he thought it might be shingles, but wasn't sure as I had no rash, or blisters. Same thought with my family Dr. A day later a light red, blotchy rash appeard across the waistline on my back, and a bit up one side. A few days ago, the rash spread to my abdomen, Now I have this pain all around my torso. I have read on the net, that you can have shingles without blisters, but nothing about wide spread pain. Any ideas? IN pain and desparate.
Anyone know what skin condition or other conditions I might have?
Sounds like you may have shingles. You need to go to the doctor as soon as possible. The doctor will prescribe an anti-viral pill that will make you sick but you have to take it or the severity may return throughout your life. You will only be sick for a day and it shortens the amount of time you are in pain. Shingles last for 6 weeks almost to the day. Head to the emergency room today because you need some vicadin, too.
Anyone know what skin condition or other conditions I might have?
a unilateral very painful rash does sure sound like shingles, especially with the initial flu-like symptoms you described. Due to it being a virus, anti-inflammatory pain medicine such as ibuprofen is a good start, plenty of liquids, and 6% lidocaine patches which work well on nerve pain like that.

I do not know if it is shingles or not, but the rash running along a specific site sounds like nerve involvement for sure.

A dermatologist/and or rheumatologist would be your best bet for a definitive diagnosis. WebMD symptom checker can help you know what to say when you get there and further narrow down possibilities.

The AAD (american academy of dermatology) is a good site as well. MayoClinic.com also can be super helpful.

Shingles is extremely painful. Any disease process that affects nerves can be terribly painful. Ask your doctor for a short course of prednisone or methylprednisone dose pack to knock the inflammation and pain down fast. It is cheap, super effective on all sorts of inflammatory disorders, and will make you feel much better fast.

There are other autoimmune disorders and types of inflammatory arthritis that also come with a lot of pain, illness, fatique and rashes. If the doctor could run an ANA titer, a Sedrate, a BMP, and autoimmune bloodwork, you might narrow down the specific cause.

I hope this helps and that you feel better soon. I know it is scary, but there are effective treatments and diagnosis available. The next time someone wants to give you a theory on a diagnosis, ask what tests can help prove or disprove their theory to cut down on how long it takes to figure this out. Good luck to you.
Reply:Shingles will usually affect only one side of the body. I've had shingles and because they are concentrated in the nerves, the pain is unbearable. Did either of your doctors prescribe any medication to shorten the duration of the virus? The pain should eventually subside, but I do recommend getting plenty of rest.
Reply:Shingles pain is the worst! Having experienced it myself, I empathize with you. It can linger even after the rash/blisters are gone. Because it is a nerve pain, pain meds used for muscle pain do not work (such as vicodin, percocet) . Talk with your doctor about meds that work on nerve pain. Don't suffer unnecessarily.

A protrude scar how clear??

2009-07-30T23:19:00.001-07:00

Skin allergy due to sun rays....?

2009-07-30T23:19:00.000-07:00

My wife's Name is Sucheta,she is 21 yrs old ,she is chain smoker ,she always seems smoking to me.She smokes 120 cigs daily,She is suffering from skin diease ,she is having sunburn on her hands,due to sun stroke...what can be done to avoid sun stroke??????

Here day temprature is very high nearly 40 deg celcius.

so she is suffering from sun stroke?

can she wear hand gloves of cotton of shoulder size that is 25 " %26amp; as well as white Apran to avoid sun stroke?

If she can wear those gloves %26amp; Apron,then tell abt the pictures of those gloves as well as apron.

She is a accountant in an office.The office is 16 km from house.So when she drives a Bike, her hands are sufferd from sun rays.no problem in feet as she wears a gumboots upto knee.Her hands remain unclosed so there is colour change in her skin of hands

so she is asking wether she can use white Apron %26amp; white Hand Gloves of shoulder size?

byt colour of her face doesnot changes.
Skin allergy due to sun rays....?
dude, that's like SIX packs of cigs a day!! does she sleep at all or just stay up all day and night smoking??

ever hear of SPF 40????

geesh....
Skin allergy due to sun rays....?
drink water
Reply:drink tons of water gatoraid ect. and 120 cigs a day that dont help matters dont think it would affect the sun problems but lung problems are sure to follow 6 packs a day?
Reply:smoking is not going to help, what she should do is try to where the white ones they absorb less sunlight.
Reply:she needs to see a doctor. it doesnt make sense that her hands are affected but not her face, it makes me wonder if it is something else that her hands are coming in contact daily. sorry i couldnt be more help.
Reply:stay out of the sun and see a doctor
Reply:use shoulder length hand gloves to cover you hands, and it is always better to consult doctor for more advice, my sister has the same problem so when out in she wears thick jacket, hand gloves for arms and scarf for her face
Reply:take her to a doctor (possibly a skin specialist) ...
Reply:may be pollution
Reply:sorry my dear no cure for allergy. you can do one thing if beauty is what you require then let her sit at home.

Make up tips?

2009-07-30T23:18:00.003-07:00

i have brown hair, brown eyes, and a really light tan, but im still red from some sunburn. i was wondering what is a good way to make my eyes look larger and also make my face a little brighter, and maybe good eyeliner/eyeshadow/lipgloss colors?
Make up tips?
Eyeliner makes your eyes look bigger. Bronze foundation will make your face glow and look gorgeous. A good eyeshadow color would be gold. With the lipgloss, don't go too dark or bright. Stay with a subtle pink/nude color that's not much different than the color of your lips. I would stick with black eyeliner.
Make up tips?
You don't need that stuff. You are beautiful just the way you are. Women use make up to mask their ugliness. You have a natural radiance that should never be conceled.
Reply:maybe darker eye shadow?
Reply:use a little black mascara or eyeliner to make your eyes pop, use a shimmery facial whip or blush to make your face look brighter, a minimal amount of blue eye shadow will go nicely with brown eyes. a nice strawberry colored gloss would look good with the skin tone I am picturing. remember to go light and as natural as possible to make you look pretty and fresh!
Reply:first off the best cover-up and face powder is truematch, and it has like a million diffrent skin tone, so you can find the one that fits your tan, and then for mascara and eyeliner, you will want a mascara that has the "lengthaning" thing on the end, (you know the white part, it really opens up your eyes and lastly for eyeliner you would want "mac" it works the best!!!
Reply:Using a white eyeliner on your lower lashline will help to open up your features. Apply mascara but not without curling your lashes first! Use a blush that compliments your skin to freshen up your face. Nothing beats a clear lip gloss.
Reply:a good way to make your eyes look larger is to stay away from eyeliner. Eyeliner on the bottoms of your eyes makes your eyes look smaller. Buy a good mascara and an eyelash curler to curve your lashes, and it will make your eyes more open. I think green eyeshadow looks nice on tan people, but don't put on too much and don't put it all the way up to the eyebrow...that just looks trashy. A little bit of blue will make your eyes stand out too. Brown would look nice and natural, but if you want your eyes to pop pick a color that contrasts your eye color. Just put a little bit near your eyelashes kind of like a liner would look. Go with a neutral shade for lipgloss...or a clear one.

To make your face look brighter get a good moisterizer and don't use a lot of foundation and powder. I've heard that putting a bit of shimmer on the inside of your eyes ...by the tear ducts (near your nose) can make your eyes look brighter and make your face look brigher too.

Ask your friends and your mom/sister/whoever to borrow some makeup if you don't have any, and experament a little bit. See what you like so you know what to buy.
Reply:I have similar colors and have fallen in love with Bare Minerals by Bare Escentuals. They are a bit pricey but I go with the Medium and Medium/Tan colors.

Beyond the Bare Minerals. I found that applying a SMALL amount of white eye shadow to the inner corner (closest to your nose) of your eyes makes them look bigger. In the summer/fall, I usually try to work the tan/burn. I'd skip the heavy foundation and use a shaded moisturizure and maybe a bronzer (without out glitter), physician's formula has really great ones. Go with glittery browns, bronzes, and golds on your eyes and only line the outer part of your eyes instead of all of your eyes. I like bronze eyeliner. It's softer so it makes your eyes look softer and bigger. Shockingly enough, lipsticks/glosses with a touch of orange really make brown eyes pop. For blush I would go with a hint of orange-ish pink. Just don't go overboard. Too much color is obvious and you just want to look fresh. Play around. Have fun.
Reply:It doesn't matter what your skin tone is, I think a good mascara and clear lip gloss is really all a girl needs. It's just enough to give you a little something extra but it also helps you keep a beautifully natural look. Not only does it take 10 minutes to do (TOPS) but guys dig girls who look natural.
Reply:I am going to make some corrective comments on some answers, and provide some of my own ideas.

Less is more, keep that in mind. You need to start out with a small amount, you can always add more, but it's much harder to take it off without having to start all over.

Eyeliner does NOT make your eyes bigger if used incorrectly. Eyeliner used sparingly (think very thin line) on your top lid will do the trick and in brown to look natural. Black looks harsh on people with a light tan, brown hair and eyes. You might even try a dark green color! I have it, and it looks nice. You can't tell it's green very easily, but it pops the color of your eyes! If you have specks of color in your eyes (such as gold or green), use those color eyeshadows to complement. Use a lighter color on the bottom crease, and a slightly darker shade along the brow line. Also, to make your eyes look even brighter use a highlighter shadow (obviously this will be a light, natural color). Sally Hansen I believe has trio shadows with complementing colors according to your eye color. It's either that or Almay that carries it. Bronzer is a good thing if used lightly. Too much and you look dirty! I don't use foundation at all, it just melts under the sun and looks cakey, but I definitely use concealor on certain areas, including any blemishes of course. Hope this helps

Should I do it?

2009-07-30T23:18:00.002-07:00

How do you know if you are allergic to Benzoyl Peroxide?

2009-07-30T23:18:00.001-07:00

I got some meds from my derm...

Benzac wash 5%

Cleocin gel

differin gel

cephalexin

so I have acne and all, which everything is working but I didnt use the Benzac wash in 2 days bc it burn my skin. I lather and rinse it, yet my skin had chemical burns comparable to a sunburn and it did peel. I tried proactiv before which irritated my skin. Not so badly, and you keep proactiv on all day. However, could this be an allergic reaction? Or maybe just sensitive to the Benz... or just bad in combination with the other products. I got a dermy appt. Weds. She say just use purpose soap and the other meds until then. What test can she do to see if I am allergic too?
How do you know if you are allergic to Benzoyl Peroxide?
That stuff used all together will cause your skin to be very sensitive - shame on your dermatologist for not explaining that to you!!

You may have an allergy to benzoyl peroxide, so you should probably get back in touch with your doc. To rule it out yourself, you could stop everything for a week, then just try the Benzac wash and see if you still have the burning.

How long are you going to be on the cephalexin? This one surprises me - normally doctors stick with minocycline or doxycycline because of the anti-inflammatory properties. I'd get that clarified, too.

floral gifts

I get these red dots on my arm whenever it starts to get warm...?

2009-07-30T23:18:00.000-07:00

I am fair skinned, very fair. And I always get these little red bumps on my arms, and a little on my chest whenever the heat comes. I also get them when I am under florescent lights. Its not a sunburn or anything, but is there any way to reduce them, or get rid of them??
I get these red dots on my arm whenever it starts to get warm...?
Sounds like heat rash to me.It could also be brought on by stress.Try Benedryl creme.It is an Anti-Histamine;It works for me.Other than that,you may want to visit a dermatologist if that doesn't help.Good Luck.
I get these red dots on my arm whenever it starts to get warm...?
you may be sensitive to bright lights and the sun
Reply:It's heat rash, you can try to put a cold washcloth on it, but other than that, there's nothing that you can do.
Reply:I think that's prickly heat. Apply a prickly heat powder.
Reply:well actually what your getting is a heat rash. it is quite normal. i would say the best way to reduce them is use lotion and wear loose clothing to allow air to pass through. it has happened to me alot during basic training. i hope this helps you out.

Questions about SPF, please answer!?

2009-07-30T23:17:00.002-07:00

Do higher SPf ratings really matter? I mean,from the same brand, and you put SPf 30 on one arm and SPf 45 or 50 on the other, does the arm applied with SPF 45 or 50 get less sunburned?

Or from different brands and you apply the same SPF rating. Would the effects differ?

Also, if they say that SPF 15 blocks 93 percent of the sun's rays and SPF 30 blocks 97 percent...does that mean SPF 35 might block 98-99%??? Of course, there is no 100% efficient sun blocks due to factors like activity in the water, sweating and such.

Do these percentages apply only to fair-skinned people and not to dark skinned-people?

So, what percentage does SPF 45 and higher block? It's way above SPF 35 which might be 98-99% efficient. Is it just a marketing ploy? Please cite evidences, proof or data that it is or it isn't.

Lastly, how does the FDA test the efficiency of sunblock? On what do they test it?

THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!
Questions about SPF, please answer!?
Sunblock protects your skin by absorbing and/or reflecting UVA and UVB radiation. All sunblocks have a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) rating. The SPF rating indicates HOW LONG a sunscreen remains effective on the skin. A user can determine how long their sunblock will be effective by multiplying the SPF factor by the length of time it takes for him or her to suffer a burn without sunscreen.

For instance, if you normally develop a sunburn in 10 minutes without wearing a sunscreen, a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 will protect you for 150 minutes (10 minutes multiplied by the SPF of 15). Although sunscreen use helps minimize sun damage, no sunscreen completely blocks all wavelengths of UV light.

The American Association of Dermatology (AAD) recommends that a "broad spectrum" sunblock with an SPF of at least 15 that is applied daily to all sun exposed areas, then reapplied every two hours. However, in some recent clinical trials, sunblocks with SPF 30 provided significantly better protection than sunblocks with SPF15. Therefore at UCSF, they recommend sunblocks with SPF of at least 30 with frequent reapplication.
Questions about SPF, please answer!?
there are many different types of rays that those sun blockers block . . Just keep in mind that applying it once does no good . the higher the SPF the better but see if you can find some that protect from the different kinds .And follow the directions ..there is an explanation of the two main types of rays below.. follow the link
Reply:No sunblock will block 100% of the UV rays. I only use an SPF 30 and like you say, an SPF 30 blockes out about 97% of the sun rays and the most you can block out is 99% so it's plenty of protection. But you must apply regularly, every 2 hours to maintain that level of protection.

Anyone had the bupropion itch and scratch fest?

2009-07-30T23:17:00.001-07:00

Third week of taking bupropion 150mg twice a day and as soon as I went to bed, started itching and scratching all over at random all damn night, it was like a sunburn itch combined with fiberglass insulation, not fun! how long does this last? showered twice in 24hrs. still itchin!
Anyone had the bupropion itch and scratch fest?
Certain meds will do that to ya. I take Nasonex (for nasal allergies) and if I go out in the sun, i'm itchy as hell for hours. It sucks. I feel your pain. lol

Can the sun's rays reach you underwater?

2009-07-30T23:17:00.000-07:00

I have a pool float that is mesh so most of your body is about an inch underwater when you're on it. Is it possible to get sunburned or tanned when in this float?
Can the sun's rays reach you underwater?
the sun's rays are actually amplified by the water and you will burn twice as fast. it has to do with the polarization being increased by the wavelength of the uv and beta rays. you need to be at least 3 feet under water - at which point you will drown so therefore that won't benefit your relaxation.
Can the sun's rays reach you underwater?
yes you can get tan and burn but ive never had this problem being already pretty dark. i also know that the part above water will burn quicker because it absorbs both the rays that hit your body and the rays that are reflected from the surface.

as for the parts under water i dont think they burn as fast because currents in the water absorbs some of the rays converting it to heat and the motion of water shifts rays moving through it
Reply:the suns rays are stronger when you are in water

if you want a good tan the best place to be is in water but not for too long or else you may burn
Reply:judging from all the plant life under water, i think you can infer that the sun's rays do indeed penetrate water, and for a a fairly good distance.

UV rays (the rays that tan and burn your skin) are relatively unaffected by the first foot or so of water. some would say that they are even intensified, but in fact your are simply getting them focused and reflected thus receiving more of them while only a few inches underwater.

i swim in the middle of the day for an hour, 3 or 4 times a week. there is almost nothing i can do but tan no matter how much sunscreen i put on. if you are susceptible to the sun (i.e. fair skinned,) keep that sun block on and re-apply often.
Reply:thats a good question cause i know what kinda float your talking about. but from my point of view i always thought you could never got sun rays behind glass or underwater.
Reply:I'm a swimmer and a certifed scuba diver.

Olympic size diving pool are 5 meters deep, and that's not enough ot block to the sun.

You need to get at least 30 feet deep for the stop to stop reaching you. At 60 feet, there's no more sun and it's all dark.

Why is the new layer of my skin red, irritated and itchy?

2009-07-30T23:16:00.000-07:00

my face was sunburnt and my cheeks were bright red for a few days, than it started to peel. now all the dead skin has peeled away but the new skin is still slightly red.. and it feels irritated and itchy? why is this.. and what can i do to fix this?
Why is the new layer of my skin red, irritated and itchy?
The sun dries your skin out so it is probably dry. Use a good moisturizer with sunscreen built in so this doesn't happen again.
Why is the new layer of my skin red, irritated and itchy?
Maybe u have eczema
Reply:put aloe vera on it
Reply:Because you sunburned several layers of your skin.

Wait for it all to die %26amp; peel off %26amp; then stay out of the sun so you don't get skin cancer.
Reply:put something to make ur skin feel better like aloe trust me i know what you feel i get sunburned easily
Reply:You got an awful bad burn, my darling. The best thing is to just let it run its course- your skin is very angry and trying to heal itself and sometimes it's not the easiest and prettiest solution we'd like! It's important that you aren't using any retinoids or other topical creams used for acne, wrinkles, etc. that could irritate this. Just wash with cool water and go without makeup for a while if you can. You can try aloe, very gentle moisturizers, and cortisone cream to respectively combat the heat, dryness, and itchiness. However, the simpler the better- and use a moisturizer with few ingredients and nothing added for acne treatment or wrinkle treatment, etc.

In the future, especially if you are applying medicated lotions to your face or taking pills that make your skin sensitive to light, you really should wear a moisturizer with at least spf15 every single day. If out in the sun for extended periods, apply at LEAST spf30 every 2-3 hours, more so if sweating or in the water. Find a large fashionable hat and wear that out to the beach. Really, it may not seem cool now, but you'll thank yourself when you are wrinkle free and skin cancer free as you get older!

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Help!!!!!!?

2009-07-24T20:16:00.002-07:00

if i get a sunburn will it help to get tanner?

cuz i always use sunblock nd it dont help so what do i do

cuz i kno you could get skin cancer and i dont want that to happen but i really need to get tan!
Help!!!!!!?
Of course the best thing to prevent skin cancer is to use sunblock follow all label directions, and no this will not stop you from getting a sunburn if you are prone to burning the only thing that will stop a sunburn is no sun. If you try to tan on top of a sunburn you will only burn more. There is an old saying and it fits this case "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" in other words just don't get a sunburn.
Help!!!!!!?
If you want a tan, but not the risks of skin cancer you should try a self tanner.
Reply:Use Banana Boat "fake tan". I have same problem and now I'm paying the price for pre-cancer on my face, even though I used sun screen years ago. Take care of that skin!!! Jergens also has a "slower" tanning with a fake tan. They are inexpensive too. If you go with those spray booths; be careful not to inhale or get chemicals in any orifices.
Reply:go to your docter and ask him/her about it he'll/she'll probably give you some type of cream or something.
Reply:what i do is when I'm going suntanning i put on baby oil that soaks up most of the sun and does not give u a very bad sunburn
Reply:There are lotions you can buy now, that gradually give you some color. You have to put it on evenly otherwise you end up getting a darker portion than the other. The one I bought is called Malibu Hemp Golden Glow. It moisturizes while subtly enhancing skin with a healthy glow. I bought it at Walmart, where all the lotions are sold.

Anyone has a tip on how to provide good lighting condition for a venus flytrap?

2009-07-24T20:16:00.001-07:00