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I have a complicated relationship with shea butter. While I would never question its ability to heal and protect dry skin, its frequent inclusion in various skincare products is problematic for me. Consequently, whenever I purchase a new facial care product, I scan the ingredients obsessively for shea butter (also called Butyrospermum parkii). If it’s included, well, that product goes right back on the shelf.
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Skincare has a long and storied history, dating to some of the earliest civilizations. The ancient Egyptians used cosmetics and skincare for both aesthetic and medicinal purposes, while the Industrial Revolution introduced the first mass-produced skincare products to the general public.
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Finding the space we need to be ourselves can be a challenge.
From 10-step skincare routines to digital beauty filters, unrealistic beauty standards, often amplified by traditional and social media, can harm our self-image and lead to mental health challenges such as low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
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