How Swimming In The Sea Affects Microbes On The Skin?
Posted by ecostinger on 26th Sep 2019
Our skin is the body's first line of defense, it protects us physically and it protects our immune system. There are trillions of skin microbes living on our bodies, and they serve a very important function in keeping us healthy.Let's examine how swimming in the sea affects the skin's microbes and elements. Marissa Chattman Nielson, a PHD student at the University of California, Irvine, led a stud
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The Reason we end up with Skin Chaffing and how you can Prevent it?
Posted by ecostinger on 26th Sep 2019
It's all fun and games until you start chafingHave you ever gone to the beach, only to return home with a painful irritation on your thighs? Well, if you have, chances are you've experienced chafing. Chafing can be quite a pain, and can make your life extremely difficult when it comes to doing daily activities or even just walking.What exactly is chafing?Chafing occurs when you have clothing that
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What Are Sea Lice and How to Avoid their Itchy Sting?
Posted by ecostinger on 26th Sep 2019
Sea lice are more than just jellyfishA common conception of sea lice is that they are a type of microscopic jellyfish that float around the ocean.Lisa Gershwin, the director at the Australian Marine Stinger Advisory Services advises that sea lice are not just a specific tiny creature in the ocean. Sea lice, in general, refers to anything that causes skin irritation from the ocean.Sea lice can refe
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The Reason Your Skin Loves Salt Water!
Posted by ecostinger on 26th Sep 2019
Does the ocean impact our skin?
Have you ever wondered what happens to your skin when you're out at the beach. Aside from getting a nice tan, you're skin actually changes when you enter salt water. So while you might think going for a dip in the ocean is solely for pleasure, there is actually more going on beneath the surface.
So let's take a look at exactly what happens when y
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