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sebaceous glands

The difference between flaking and dandruff.

by BeautyVice on July 2, 2008

Flaking of the scalp is either produced by dandruff or a dry scalp. Dandruff is distinctly different from flaking in that dandruff has a greasy flake which is larger in size than flakes caused by a dry scalp. Flakes from a dry scalp have a powdery structure and are caused by the accumulation of dry [...]

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Acne: Dealing with it

by BeautyVice on June 28, 2008

Acne is technically a result of increased oil production, plugged sebaceous glands from improper skin shedding, and/ or trapped bacteria.
As mentioned, skin care product overload, inappropriate product choices for your skin type, and inappropriate methods of skin care, can reek havoc on potentially healthy skin and good complexions, causing inflamed skin and acne outbreaks.
In addition, [...]

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