Are you familiar with the exotic African oil whose popularity skyrocketed in the past decade with nearly 20 million U.S. dollars spent on it for cosmetic product manufacturing? It’s marula oil … and its demand in the beauty realm is for good reason. What are the benefits of marula oil? For starters, it’s known for
It’s hard to suggest anything over coconut oil for skin, but rosehip oil — also known as rosehip seed oil — is running a close race with coconut oil when it comes to its benefits for the skin. Rose hips were a remedy used by the ancient Egyptians, Mayans and Native Americans all because of
Looking for a non-invasive way to tackle multiple skin issues at once, such as roughness, dullness, breakouts and fine lines? Then you might consider trying dermaplaning, a trendy skin care treatment that involves “shaving the face” in order to promote skin cell turnover. What is dermaplaning exactly, and is effective and safe? As explained more
Jojoba oil (pronounced ho-ho-ba) is the liquid that comes from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) plant, which is a shrub native to southern Arizona, southern California and northwestern Mexico. Although called an oil, it’s actually a liquid plant wax and has been used in folk medicine for a number of ailments. Native Americans use jojoba oil for treating sores and bruises.
For a long time, “oil” was a bad word when it came to our skin, but now the use of beneficial oils has gone very mainstream. And for good reason too! Squalane oil is one of the many skin-boosting oils, and it’s typically recommended for all skin types. Squalene is actually already present in our
Rose water has been used for centuries in natural skincare and beauty products, perfumes, household cleansers and even in cooking. According to dermatologists, due to its natural antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory abilities, rose water can make a valuable contribution to your skincare and beauty routine. For example, according to a 2017 systematic review published in
The same plant responsible for the almost zero-calorie shirataki noodles and glucomannan supplement is also behind the konjac sponge. These konjac-sourced products have been extremely popular in recent years, but the konjac plant actually has been used for centuries in Japan, China and Southeast Asia as both a source of food as well as a traditional
Glycolic acid is a natural and highly effective way to exfoliate or refine the skin. Maybe you’ve heard of a glycolic peel or even experienced one before. When used topically, this natural acid helps to remove dead skin cells, which can benefit many common skin concerns from acne to wrinkles (and many others in between).
Acne is caused by four main things: oil production, dead skin cells, clogged pores and bacteria; however, hormones, medications, diet and stress can can all contribute to this health concern as well. Home remedies for acne can be a great option to avoid putting harsh chemicals on your skin, which often can just make breakouts
Microdermabrasion is one of the most common nonsurgical cosmetic procedures that’s performed in the United States. It’s done to improve skin health by exfoliating dead skin cells and promoting the production of healthier and thicker cells within the first layer of skin. With a reasonable price tag and little down time afterward, it’s no wonder
