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Hello,
I am African American and I have slighly thin-soft hair. However, it appears that my hair is beginning to thin and break off to the point that its slightly bald at the crown of my hair. What advice as far as conditioners and shampoos and other products can I use to help my hair grow? Also, how can I strengthen my nails to help them grow? Ana
Hi Ana,
Thank you for your question. Nioxin vitamins and hair products are great for thinning hair and can be purchased from a professional salon. Also, Biotin vitamins (found at your local grocery store) are great for strengthening hair and nails. Check with your doctor and ask about chemically stressed aleopsia, sometimes caused by frequent relaxers. And, of course, always ask your doctor before taking any new vitamins or medications.
What is the best product to use in order to improve the puffiness under eyes that one has when they first wake in the a.m.? I've had this problem for years! Audrey
Hi Audrey,
Thank you for your question. There are several things you can do to help prevent under eye puffiness. Get enough sleep at night. For most adults, seven to eight hours a night appears to be the best amount of sleep. Sleep with your head slightly raised. Add an extra pillow or prop up the head of your mattress. This helps prevent fluids from accumulating around your eyes as you sleep. While sitting up, apply a cool tap water compress to the skin under your eyes for a few minutes. You can also use chilled cucumber slices, a refrigerated gel mask or chilled, damp tea bags. Reduce allergy symptoms. Avoid allergens when possible, and ask your doctor about over-the-counter or prescription allergy medications. There are also some natural ingredients to look for in eye care products that would be helpful: look for natural products containing Vitamin K: reduces dark under eye circles, heals broken capillaries, reduces redness, anti-inflammatory Cucumber Juice: revitalizing, silica-rich, toning.
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