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What are ozonated oils? Ozonated oils are manufactured by a few different methods. The most common method is bubbling high concentrations of ozone through the oil of your choice. Oils that have been successfully ozonated include ozonated olive oil, ozonated jojoba oil, ozonated sesame oil, ozonated peanut oil, ozonated coconut oil and many more. The most common is ozonated olive oil. These ozonated oils are desireable for their antibacterial properties as well as their healing properties. What are the benefits of ozonated oil? Therapy with ozonated oils provides the following benefits to the skin:   Detoxifies the skin  When cells are...

Dark circles under the eyes may look purple or blue to dark brown or black, depending on skin color. These circles are rarely a cause for concern, but people may wish to reduce their appearance for cosmetic reasons. In some cases, dark circles under the eyes can indicate a need for lifestyle changes, such as improvements to sleep habits or diet. The area under the eyes can appear darker due to constricted blood vessels causing hyperpigmentation, or from thinning of the skin around the eyes. Causes of dark circles All causes of dark circles under the eyes include: lack of...

Sore nipples are the most common breastfeeding complication and the most common reason women give up breastfeeding. Cracked nipples are characterized by red, irritated, and scabbed skin on or around the nipple. An estimated 38% of people who experience problems with breastfeeding have sore or cracked nipples. What Causes Cracked Nipples? Cracked nipples are most often due to nipple trauma. It can affect both men and women as a result of chafing against clothing or tissue damage from cuts or blows. It may be more likely if the nipples protrude more. During breastfeeding, causes of cracked nipples include: problems with...

What exactly is a stretch mark? A stretch mark is a type of scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly. The abrupt change causes the collagen and elastin, which support our skin, to rupture. As the skin heals, stretch marks may appear. Stretch marks appear on the abdomen, breasts, hips, buttocks or other places on the body. They're common in pregnant women, especially during the last trimester. Stretch marks aren't painful or harmful, but some people don't like the way they make their skin look. When stretch marks first appear, they tend to be red, purple, pink,...