Our skin is the largest organ of our entire body. You may have heard the joke the professor in sex ed class made:
“What is the most sensitive organ of the body?”
“No, wrong kids, its your skin.”
Since it is the largest and most sensitive part of your body, it sure makes sense to pay attention to it, and be knowledgeable about the latest skin care methods and news. Here are some sites to help you get started.
1. Skincarenet.org:
Ad free and in depth medical information about the skin, including a complete encyclopedia and dictionary, sections linking to forums, books and education, all medically based
Many links to independent consumer reports which rate top products, tips for how to use products
3. MenScience.com/skincare-grooming:
Especially for men, focusing on not just products, but what makes your skin unhealthy and how to change it. Teaches men how to care for their skin, special section on shaving issues
4. TheDermBlog.com:
Scientific information about everything from skin cancer to self tanning, skin bacteria and skin infections
5. DermatologistSkinCare.com:
A product purchasing site organized by brand, skin type, application area, product type. Products are along the lines of what a doctor would prescribe or advise you to use. Few or no department store or drug store brands.
6. The Cosmetic Surgery Directory Blog:
Has a form you can complete, and a cosmetic surgeon in your area will contact you. Includes large directory of cosmetic surgery articles. Full descriptions of each type of cosmetic surgery with risks to consider before undergoing a procedure
7. Saffron Rouge:
Blog author is certified in herbal medicine, evaluates every ingredient in skin care products, supports organic, and fair trade products. Sells only organic products
8. Skin Care Talk:
Community forum to talk with other consumers, upload content, take poles. Its free to join
