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How to avoid online supplement fraud (Optometrist Approved)

This is a scary world we live in when it comes to unregulated supplements being sold online.  Supplements that are readily available and even the hot sellers with good reputations have been...

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5 Best Reviewed Mascara Brands on Amazon (Optometrist Approved)

Mascara, an essential tool for beautiful long lashes. Even without any makeup just adding a few coats of mascara can really open up the eyes to give a youthful beautiful appearance.  But how...

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Eye Doctors Warning: The Sneaky Side Effects of Waterproof Makeup

We've all been there - facing the unpredictable weather or diving into a pool, relying on our waterproof mascara and eye makeup to emerge unscathed. It feels like a beauty dream come true, right?...

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Optometrist approved Contact lens solutions

Written by: Dr. Stephanie Mulick, OD While searching on the internet for common contact lens solution questions, I came across storing contact lenses in water and saliva. Ok, first off storing...

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Information on Shingles from an Optometrist

Written by: Dr. Stephanie Mulick, O.D. On Avereage, shingles occur in people over the age of 50. Anyone who has had chickenpox as a child (which is 90% of the population over the age of 40) can...

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Unveiling the Secrets of Red Eyes: Why Redness-Relief Drops May Not Be Your Best Bet

In the realm of beauty, red eyes are often considered a beauty faux pas, prompting many to reach for redness-relief drops. However, beneath the surface, chronic red eyes might signify more than just...

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