Be your own esthetician – here are 10 things you can eat or drink to help keep your skin looking great. Though many of the foods and beverages suggested here have not been proven effective though scientific studies, some dermatologists and estheticians believe they will help. Other dermatologists, however, believe what you put on your [...]
For those who suffer with acne scars but can not pursue medical treatment for them, it is possible to hide scars by properly applying make up. Read this article for the best tips! During adolescence, nearly every teenager develops some amount of acne, and a fair percentage of adults are also plagued with it. As [...]
How to make you rown beauty spa bubble baths. Imagine the delicious feeling of sinking down into a luxurious bath full of warm, fragrant bubbles. Perhaps there is a candle or two flickering calmly in the background, and an inviting book that you have been meaning to read and a glass of wine on the [...]
An interesting article about the pros and cons of deodorants and antiperspirants, and some natural alternatives. It provides the reader with several choices on how to control body odor safely and effectively. Almost from the beginning of written history, people have been striving to rid themselves of body odor. It is believed that the first [...]
Many cosmetics brands claim all natural ingredients. But the only way for consumers to know they’re getting natures best is to make their own products. Why make your own skin products? There are many reasons to make your own natural skin care products. Today’s savvy consumers want to know exactly what is in their cosmetics, [...]
Know what ingredients are in your Hypoallergenic makeup and if they are for sensitive skin or no different then a regular product. How often have you seen “Hypoallergenic” on a skin care product and wondered what the difference between it and other products sold for the same purposes? According to the FDA, there is no [...]
Dead skin cells can prematurely age your skin. Learn how to make an exfoliating body scrub from common kitchen ingredients, and keep your skin looking young. You may not realize that you exfoliate part of your body on a regular basis—when you shave. Take a look at your legs and notice that where you shave [...]
Ever been walking down the street, gotten caught in someone’s sillage (siyaj), and ended up at the perfume counter saying “I want to try…..”? Fragrance is one of the most personal things there is. There are even claims that your personality traits can be identified based on your choice of perfume. But is it REALLY [...]
The Aloe Vera Facial Aloe vera, in its raw form is an astringent. It is good for oily skin. Aloe vera is known for its healing abilities and is great for acne. Aloe vera is rich in vitamins and minerals and really nourishes the skin. It is excellent for sunburn. The problem is the aloin, [...]
Acne is the inflammation and even infection in the glands of the skin. The sebaceous glands make an oil which protects the skin. This “sebum” can be over-produced when hormones are high such as around puberty, pre-menstrually, and around the menopause. Scarring can happen if it is severe and chronic. The first rule of acne [...]
