Tag: Hair, Skin, Nails

Up Your Skin Care Routine During Hot Summer Months

By Steven Reinberg Sweating can affect your skin, so learning how to handle it should be an important part of your skin care regime, a Baylor College of Medicine aesthetician says. “Sweating is an important bodily function that cools you down, expels toxins through your skin and provides that famous post-workout glow,” said Kim Chang,…


The Skin Healing Properties of Black Seed Oil

Black seed oil also has a number of useful pharmacological actions which make it a fantastic natural option for treating diseases of the skin. Black Seed Oil Benefits The healing properties of black seed (Nigella sativa) oil have been known for thousands of years. It has been used both orally and topically fight disease in many different…


FDA Warns Amazon, Other Vendors About Sale of Skin Tag Removal Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued warning letters to three companies, including Amazon, for selling unapproved products for removing moles and skin tags. No over-the-counter medications have FDA approval for that purpose, and the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act prohibits interstate sale of unapproved drugs and cosmetics. “It is the FDA’s duty…


Grey Hair Can Regain Its Color – if You Relieve Stress

There’s now definitive proof that hair greying is reversible, albeit rare, in humans. What’s more, stressful life events play a primary role in triggering your hair to turn grey, while relaxation — like a two-week vacation — may help give your roots back their original color Grey hair is one of the earliest and most…


Love Your Hair Naturally

Short or long, straight or curly, dry, oily, or somewhere in between, we typically care a lot about our hair. We want to manage it responsibly and naturally, while at the same time, we often don’t have a lot of time. So how can you love your hair naturally in the most efficient and effective…


Amount of Gray Hair Linked to Heart Disease: Study

Graying hair is typically considered a sign of old age, and with old age comes an increased likelihood of health-related issues. While some may consider gray hair a sign of experience and wisdom, according to a new study presented at a European Society of Cardiology conference, the amount of gray hair in adult men is…


5 Common Mistakes That May Be Making Your Skin Look Older

Dr. Audrey Kunin’s advice settles an age-old skin care argument once and for all: Should we use chemical exfoliators like glycolic acid or physical ones like terry cloth? Both are essential, she says, because skin cells are held together in two ways, making each method of exfoliation a necessary part of your routine. Dr. Kunin is…


Understanding Cellulite

Reviewed by Dr. Ann Corson The human body is an undisputed miracle, but it’s easy to forget when you just focus on its flaws. One particular imperfection some obsess about is known as cellulite. Cellulite is basically fat with a lumpy texture. It mainly impacts women, but a few men get it too. For women…


What Can You Do About Dry Eyes?

When your eyes feel scratchy and irritated, the pain and discomfort can make even the most relaxing activity feel like a struggle. Itchy, scratchy, dry eyes can have several causes, from seasonal allergies to a dry environment. They could also be caused by dry eye syndrome, a problem caused by declining tear production. If eyes…


Understanding Organic Skin Care Ingredients

If you want to have noticeably clear and even-toned skin, you should establish a good skin care regimen with organic skin care ingredients. A good beauty care routine begins with understanding and purchasing quality skin care products that are good for you. The products should be natural, yet effective, and contain no harsh sulfates or…