March 4, 2010
- How to Treat Dry Skin
Dry skin is a common problem, which can be caused by several factors. The winter weather can often cause dryness, flakiness, and itchiness. Other causes could include pollution, harsh soaps, or a lack of moisturizer. Or it could just be that you switch face washes and your new one is too harsh. It is useful [...]
February 25, 2010
- Lifestyle Changes for Clear Skin
Chemicals whether natural or man made, alone cannot help clear your skin. A combination of a healthy lifestyle and a good skin care regimen is important.
Sleep – Adequate sleep is not only important for your body, but getting a good night’s sleep also refreshes your skin. You tend to see sleep deprived individuals with [...] - Three Homemade Skin Products
Skin care products can be expensive and sometimes don’t necessarily remedy the problem. Here are ways you can save some money on skin care products and still have the skin you desire. These work great if you’re on an acre treatment regimen, like Accutane or Retin-A.
Make a mask – This is one of the most [...]
February 4, 2010
- Do’s and Don’ts: Resolutions for Better Skin
Acne is an ongoing problem for many teens and adults. The good news is that there are things you can do that can help prevent breakout
Do’s
Wear sunscreen always – Sun exposure is the number one cause of wrinkles and sun damage. Although sun exposure is important for your daily vitamin D intake, you should still [...]
January 25, 2010
- Natural Looking Skin, Naturally
Natural looking clear skin is something that most women would love to have, but often don’t. Even though we know that the pictures of the women in the magazines are airbrushed, we still aspire to look like that. Well, maybe you can, with the help of some natural remedies.
• Exfoliate – in order for the [...]
January 11, 2010
- Naturally Healthy Skin: A How-To Guide
Acne can be a nightmare. Even though many people think that it only occurs in teenagers, it is also common in women in their 20s and 30s. It can be hard to deal with, giving you a knock to your self confidence and causing pain and irritation. So how do you deal with it without [...]
January 3, 2010
- How to Safely Treat Pregnancy Acne
Pregnancy is a hormone roller coaster. Headaches, appetite changes, energy ups and downs, and skin breakouts are a few examples of the many symptoms you’ll experience while you are pregnant. Whether you always had clear skin or always suffered from acne, there is no telling what you might find during pregnancy. Many women notice a [...]
December 24, 2009
- Detox Diets Revealed: Pros and Cons of Detox
We’ve all heard of our fair share of fad diets and quick fixes that are meant to improve our minds, bodies, and souls. Most of us have even tried a few as well. But do you have any natural detox info? Do you know anything about the detox diets available out there?
The purpose of a [...]
December 7, 2009
- Homemade Scrubs for your Face and Body
Ever feel like you wish you could just erase the bad parts from your day? Well your skin feels the same way, which is why it craves the benefits of exfoliation on a daily basis. You spend time in polluted air, you touch your face after you ride the grimy subway, you try on clothes [...]
November 23, 2009
- Prevent Wrinkles Now, Naturally
The best way to prevent wrinkles is to start young. If you speak with any woman who is in her later years of life, that’s probably some of the advice she’ll give you. The earlier you start, the longer you’ll be able to preserve your youthful look. Yes, some people are genetically predisposed to look [...]
November 1, 2009
- Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Skin
One of the best things you can do for your skin is also one of the best things for your body-eat! Of course, if that were all there were to it, then there’d be no beauty or cosmetic industry. The tricky thing is that you have to eat RIGHT. Research shows that food doesn’t just [...]
October 4, 2009
- Natural Skin Care
I would like to mention an amazing beauty tip that is very fitting for these hard economic times we’re in, times when we are all a bit tighter on money–especially spare money to spend on beauty treatments. And yet, its during these times when we especially need to preserve our natural beauty and stay [...]
- A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation
The purpose of meditation is to relax and calm the mind and relax the body. Choose a quiet time when you would not be disturbed at all, at least for 5 to 10 minutes. The idea behind keeping the time a little less, in the beginning, is to let you get comfortable with the [...]
- Introducing Acupuncture
In this day and age, most people have already heard of acupuncture and maybe you’ve even tried it for back pain or fertility enhancement. An important part of the Chinese health care system, Acupuncture can be traced over 2,500 years. Its theory is based on the premise that there are patterns of energy [...]
- Forget Fat with Xenical
In the sea of diet pills available today, choosing the right one can become quite confusing, but then again, few are FDA approved or boast a prescription-strength formula like Xenical (brand name Orlistat). Unlike other weight-loss drugs that act to suppress appetite or to speed up metabolism, Xenical works on the digestive system to block [...]
September 17, 2009
- How to Keep Warm on a Chilly Night
Brrrr. It’s getting cold outside and if you’re like us and trying to save money, your plumbing and heating system is probably not jacked all the way up like it used to. But have no fear, a frigid home doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to be chilled to the bone. Here are some natural [...]
September 14, 2009
- 10 Facts You Never Knew About Antibiotics
1. Antibiotics treat infections caused by the growth of bacteria, fungi, or protozoa.
2. Depending on what your specific infection is, your doctor may recommend that you buy generic Cipro, an affordable general antibiotic, or something more specialized toward your specific purpose. Sometimes people like to keep some extra antibiotics in their medicine cabinets in case [...] - Good Bacteria vs. Bad Bacteria
When we think of bacteria we think of evil germs that grow inside of us and make us sick. But that’s only half the definition. True, some bacteria is harmful for the immune system and can cause fatal diseases, but the majority of bacteria is completely harmless, or even good and beneficial for our bodies. [...]
September 8, 2009
- The Best Ingredients for Your Face
When it comes to choosing a skin care regimen, it’s more important to look for key ingredients than to search out a specific product. For example, if you have aging skin that needs a little boost, saying that you need “a moisturizer” is simply not enough—what you really want is something that will condition your [...]
August 28, 2009
- High Blood Pressure and Anger Management
Feeling stressed lately? Suffering from anger management issues?You could be putting your heart in danger. Stress and anger can raise blood pressure levels, and if you already suffer from high blood pressure, could lead to a heart attack or stroke. Avoid stress at all costs, and don’t be quick to anger. Your life could depend [...]