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Do Teenagers Get Stretch Marks?

By Michaela Davila

Stretch marks, which can be mistaken for scars with their thin line-like appearance, can develop on all types of people, including teenagers. They are caused from the stretching of the skin in a particular area of the body and mainly appear on the stomach, sides and back. They can, however, occur in other parts of the body, including the upper arms, breasts and thighs. Consider your family...

How Long Does a Mystic Tan Last?

By Nellie Day

The darker your tan is, the longer it will last. This is because tanning solutions fade over time. Therefore, if you opt for a "natural" looking tan that is only a shade or so darker than your skin's color, it will be more noticeable when it fades. If you opt for a deeper, darker color, then you will be able to gradually see your skin return to its normal color in a longer period of ...

How Long Does Sunscreen Keep?

By Suzanne Alicie

Sunscreen can be bought in huge containers that seem as if they will last at least 3 summers, but is this a value or a waste of money? How long does sunscreen last anyway? Looking at different brands of sunscreen, each of them advises a different shelf life--from 3 months to 12 months. The American Sun Protection Association advises that sunscreen is good for about 2 years. After that the...