Skincare is so important, so no wonder there’s such a plethora of products out there to choose from — including in our natural foods grocery stores. As a result, it’s pretty confusing, too, with all of the choices on the market. But if you haven’t tried vitamin C, such as a DIY Vitamin C Serum for
If you check the ingredient list of some popular skin care products, you may see caprylyl glycol on the label. The term glycol tends to scare people a bit because there are other types of glycols that are potentially dangerous, but caprylyl glycol is a safe multitasker that serves as a natural preservative and moisturizer.
When it comes to fighting acne breakouts and keeping skin moisturized, we hear a lot about the effects of different products and lifestyle habits on our production of sebum. What is sebum exactly, and why is balancing it one of the keys to maintaining healthy-looking skin and hair? Sebum is defined as “an oily secretion
Not only is it the healthiest fruit (yes, it’s not a vegetable!) in the land, the mighty avocado can also help the outside of your body. Looking for an avocado face mask for glowing skin? This homemade avocado face mask is ultra hydrating and can help restore a youthful glow. Or maybe you’re looking for
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), over 2.6 million cosmetic surgery procedures were carried out in the U.S. alone in 2019 — including over 265,000 liposuction procedures, many of which were performed to remove cellulite. Cellulite removal procedures are growing in popularity as more and more people struggle to maintain a healthy
When you think of mango, the first thing that likely comes to mind is the sweet yellow-orange flesh of the fruit that instantly brings you to the tropics. You may be surprised to learn that there’s more to mango than that. The woody kernel in the center of the fruit is jam-packed with healthy fats
If your skin is prone to discoloration and issues such as sun spots, dark spots, acne scars and freckles, then skin “lighteners and brighteners” are going to be your best friend. Whether you choose to use facial serums, masks or moisturizers to improve your skin’s tone, you can benefit from applying ingredients to your skin
Extracts from the camphor tree have been coveted since ancient times. Camphor was used traditionally as a fumigant during the era of the Black Death, and it was a valued ingredient in perfumes and embalming fluid. Today, the tree’s extract is used topically in body care products for relieving pain, inflammation and skin irritation. It
One of my favorite DIY skin masks is made using benefit-rich turmeric. Turmeric has been all the craze for dietary reasons but did you also know that it can also help your skin? Turmeric, traditionally known as Indian saffron because of its deep yellow-orange color, has been used throughout history as a condiment and textile dye. Turmeric
Whiteheads aren’t pretty, and most people make sure to “pop” them before showing their faces in public. Although they are very similar to blackheads, there’s something about whiteheads that make us all avoid them however possible. Luckily, there are natural ways to prevent whiteheads or treat them if they’re already occurring. Age-old remedies for acne
