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
- 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 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 10, 2009
- How to Keep Skin Looking Young
As we age, our skin produces less collagen and elasticity that gives our skin its suppleness and tone. Dead skin cells are replaced more slowly and blood vessels slowly weaken, resulting in dull looking skin. For women going through hormonal changes, this exacerbates the process resulting in fine lines and wrinkles.
Is there a way to [...] - Acne Solutions
Dealing with acne regardless of age is a struggle. But you can stop agonizing over acne, and start treating your condition with any of the following successful acne treatments:
1. Benzoyl peroxide is an anti-bacterial agent available in cream and gel. Benzoyl peroxide kills P. Acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. There is also a mild [...] - Do’s and Don’ts for Acne-Free Skin
Acne-free skin is not always genetically possible. Most people struggle throughout their adolescent and adult years with severe acne. Here are a few guidelines to help with achieving acne-free skin.
Do’s:
• Eat healthfully and include lots of foods enriched with Vitamin A, B, E, and zinc. A multivitamin will probably have the recommended vitamins and minerals [...]
July 29, 2009
- Foods That Cause Acne
There are few reasons why food can trigger an acne outbreak.
First, acne often results from having oily skin with clogged pores. Certain foods (like fats and sugars) can be responsible for increasing the production of sebum in your skin (that’s the pussy stuff that sometimes comes out of your pimples). The oil in food that [...]
- Your Burning Acne Questions Answered
We all know what acne looks like, but do you actually know what acne is?
Acne is caused by an overproduction of sebum and the overabundance of blocked pores, which means that the sebum has no where to release naturally. When the sebaceous glands get blocked, a pimple pops up due to the inflammation. Oily [...]
- Psoriasis Home Remedies
Psoriasis can be itchy, unsightly, and extremely annoying. Flare-ups can occur extremely often or extremely rare, but one this is for sure: When you start to see psoriasis building up on your scalp, knees, elbows, or lower back, your first thought is, “How can I get rid of this nasty stuff.”
Shots, creams, pills, ointments, and [...]
- Treat Your Psoriasis at Home
No one quite knows why some people get psoriasis and why others will never see a scale in their lives. It doesn’t seem to have anything to do with nutrition, stress, or environment, though, to be honest, doctors are still out on the issue.
One thing is known, however, and that is: When you get psoriasis, [...]
- Homemade Eczema Treatments
Skip the steroids and head to your pantry cupboard. It could be that all your eczema-ridden skin needs is a good soak, a warm wrap, and a ton of TLC. Here are some easy home remedies that you can whip up yourself to relieve your itchy eczema and to calm your body and soul along [...]
- 5 Ways to Treat Eczema Naturallytrea
First, before we discuss these natural options, it’s important to know WHY natural alternatives are ideal. Research has shown that eczema is often caused by underlying psychological (usually stress and anxiety) trauma, food habits, or dehydration, and not external causes. That being the case, rubbing a steroid cream on your itchy skin may temporarily [...]
July 27, 2009
- Your Complexion and Pregnancy
You were looking forward to that pregnancy glow and instead you’ve got…pregnancy acne? If you’re experiencing a sudden outbreak or acne or a worsening of your already existing adult acne, then you are not alone. While many women experience clearer skin then they’ve ever had during pregnancy, other women experience quite the opposite. Some women [...]