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November 1st marks the beginning of National Healthy Skin Month, a time to celebrate and promote healthy skin habits! This month-long event was created to raise awareness about how important it is to take care of your skin. It's also an opportunity for people to learn more about the different factors that can affect their skin health and how they can best keep their skin looking and feeling its best. So join in on the celebration and show your skin some love this November!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of New Skin Proteins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Scientists discovering important proteins in the skin like keratin and collagen that form the foundation for skin health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advancements in Dermatology Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Significant advancements were made in researching skin diseases, leading to improved treatments and prevention measures.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Healthy Skin Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Academy of Dermatology declared November as National Healthy Skin Month to promote public awareness about skin health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Technologies for Skin Care</div><div class='timeline-text'>Introduction of LED light therapy for skin health, showcasing how technology can be used to combat skin issues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Personalized Skincare</div><div class='timeline-text'>Skin microbiome research leads to a rise in personalized skincare products, emphasizing the importance of specialized care for individual skin needs.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat skin-healthy foods</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, and nuts can have a positive effect on your skin. Choose colorful fruits and vegetables that are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, such as berries, spinach, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cleanse daily</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gently cleanse your skin twice a day with a mild cleanser to help remove debris, sweat, and excess oil. Make sure to avoid cleansers with harsh ingredients that could irritate your skin.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Moisturize regularly</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Moisturizing with a hydrating lotion helps to protect your skin from the elements. Look for lotions that contain natural ingredients like aloe vera or shea butter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Use sunscreen</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sun exposure is one of the leading causes of premature aging, so make sure to apply sunscreen on exposed areas of your skin every day. Choose a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Treat yourself to a facial</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Treat yourself to a relaxing facial to pamper your skin. A facial can help to deep clean your pores, reduce inflammation and redness, and leave you feeling rejuvenated.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Improves overall health and wellbeing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Good skincare is essential for general health and wellbeing. It helps protect you from the sun's harmful rays, fights stubborn acne breakouts, and keeps your skin looking youthful and refreshed. Taking care of your skin now can help prevent more serious issues down the line, so it's definitely worth investing some time in doing so!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes a healthy self image</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Taking care of your skin can be one of the most important things you do to boost your self-image. Knowing that you look as best as possible can make a huge difference in terms of feeling good about yourself - so make sure to take some time this month to give your skin the proper love and attention it deserves!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages better practices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Healthy Skin Month is not only about promoting healthier habits for our own well being - it's also about encouraging others around us to do the same. By creating greater awareness around good skincare practices, we can help create positive changes that will benefit ourselves and those around us.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skin Acts as Our Body’s Main Defense System</h3><p class='facts-text'>Our skin is the body's first line of defense against environmental factors and harmful organisms. It acts as a barrier that prevents bacteria and viruses from entering the body, highlighting its crucial role in our overall health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Your Skin Sheds Cells Each Minute</h3><p class='facts-text'>Each minute, your skin sheds about 30,000 to 40,000 dead skin cells. Over the course of a lifetime, this adds up to roughly 40 pounds of skin shed and regrown.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skin Aging is More About Lifestyle Than Time</h3><p class='facts-text'>Roughly 80% to 90% of visible skin aging comes from exposure to sunlight. Smoking and diet also play a significant role in skin aging, far more than simple passage of time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Your Skin is Home to Trillions of Microbes</h3><p class='facts-text'>The human skin microbiome comprises trillions of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. These microbes support skin health by stimulating immune responses and preventing colonization by harmful pathogens.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Skin is Your Body’s Most Massive Organ</h3><p class='facts-text'>Enveloping you from head to toe, your skin is your body's largest organ. For the average adult, it covers about 20 square feet and accounts for nearly 16% of your body weight.</p></div></div>
National Healthy Skin Month is celebrated on November 1 every year. In 2024 National Healthy Skin Month will occur on a Friday.
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