Skin and Body

We look at our own hands every day. Our hands are a big part of our lives. They reach out and touch our loved ones and do all of our daily chores from the dishes to gardening. Hardworking hands deserve…
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Great skin is a result of constant care. Also, the products you use on your body plays a part in the outcome of the result. Skin Care can be divided into a few categories. Namely, facial, manicure, pedicure, scalp and…
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I was recently doing some spring cleaning under my bathroom sink. Way in the back corner I found a bottle of body lotion, maufactured by a rather common place supermarket brand. This particular brand; I feel the general public thinks…
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Easy tips on getting a glowing skin A healthy skin contributes greatly to the beauty of an individual. But the hectic schedule of everyday life prevents people from spending much time for skin care. So here are some time saving,…
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As the warm weather approaches, we must prepare our skin for the damaging effects of the sun. During the summer months, it is essential to take proper care of your skin. If you do not pamper your skin, your appearance…
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Skin is the largest organ in the body. Although many would not equate seemingly unrelated bodily processes to skin, the fact is that there isn’t a bodily function that doesn’t either directly or indirectly affect skin. Skin helps to hold bodily fluids…
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Your twenties are over, your teen years have long before become a distant memory, and you are in your thirties. You probably don’t feel all that much older than you did a year or so ago, but the fact of…
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I have to admit to liking my previous brand of face wash and have had some excellent results from it. Unfortunately, when I went to replace it, it was out of stock so I had to pick an alternative. I…
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The skin is the largest organ on the body that is often seen. It is tough going through the cold weather months having cracked hands, itching, bleeding skin, flakey and chapped lips which are very painful. If you have dry…
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Many women will notice their skin drying out in their early to mid-fifties. I had always had good skin texture – never too dry or too oily – and good skin integrity. Even in my early fifties, I didn’t require…
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Let me just get this straight, I am not the sort of person who pays £33.50 (or $43 if you’re luck enough to live in the US) for a jar of moisturiser. Fortunately, my mother is. Whilst I put off…
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This summer I ended up with Nivea Visage Refreshing Facial Wipes. I had read reviews of the soft wipes which sounded OK but I have a tendency to slightly greasy skin and I thought they may be too gentle so…
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In the world of massage and spa treatments, a carrier is any type of substance used as base ingredient for a treatment for the skin and body. The two most common types of carriers are oils and creams. Essential oils…
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have to admit, if anything has a quirky name and some kitsch and retro packaging, it’s more than likely that I will spend my money on it. So before the girl on the Benefit counter had even finished my first…
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I had never suffered from any dry skin conditions at all until I moved South to the Bucks/Oxfordshire border. Here the water is really hard  and has a very drying effect on the skin. I found my skin soon became…
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Every decade or so the skin undergoes change, and this means you need to modify your skin care regime to suit. During your thirties, hormone upheaval should be settling down, but you will begin to see signs of aging. Although your…
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Regardless of the marketing hype, there are a number of beauty products that have achieved cult status over the years. Take for example, Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat or La Mer’s Crème de la Mer moisturiser both of which are…
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Summertime is here and you can’t wait to play in the sun or take a plunge into the pool. Before you rush outdoors consider these tips to protect and create beautiful glowing summer skin. EXFOLIATE: The human body is constantly…
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Our skin is the largest organ of the body. It takes daily abuse from our lifestyles and the environment and yet, it continues to reinvent itself day after day.  Old skin cells die and new ones grow to take their…
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The average consumer comes into contact with dozens of chemicals just by washing their face and applying a little make up. Therefore, adopting a green beauty routine will not only positively influence the wellbeing of the planet, but your health!…
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Whether on the leg, bikini line, or underarm, shaving bumps are ugly, annoying, and often uncomfortable. Luckily, you don’t have to live with them. With a little care, you can avoid shaving bumps and enjoy smooth skin all year round!…
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Dry skin requires some special efforts when it comes to nourishing and cleansing. If your skin is dry, you can make use of the following simple tips that concern the cleansing of your specific skin type. WHAT IS DRY SKIN?Dry…
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The best products for combination skin and enlarged pores. Like many women, I too have been blessed (unfortunately!) with problem skin. I have the typical combination skin, oily T-Zones and dry cheeks with the added bonus of open pores and…
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These days, many people don’t use soap at all, preferring a more gentle facial wash or wipe, or moisturising body wash for cleansing their face and body. However, other people just don’t feel really clean unless they’ve used a bar of…
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 The glory days of walking into Sephora and buying $100 creams are over for most Americans. Many of us have been forced to discover drugstore brands to replace the expensive little jars that made us feel beautiful and glamorous.  The…
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 During the summer months our skin often has to contend with hot weather, air conditioning and time spent outdoors. This article looks skin care tips that can help keep your skin in tip top condition whilst battling these elements. Six skin care tips for summer:…
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For vegans, finding beauty products that don’t contain animal products or by-products can be challenging. But the good news is that there are plenty of cruelty-free, simple and affordable beauty alternatives that a vegan can make right in their own…
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Finding natural solutions to your beauty regimen is important to the environment, your overall well-being, and to your personal financial portfolio.  Don’t be seduced by exotic bottles and sexy sales slogans when it comes to skin exfoliation.  It is true that if…
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Having sensitive skin is no fun. However, you can’t just stop washing because so many soaps have many different ingredients in them that cause issues to the skin. Instead you can find the perfect soap that will work for you,…
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Winter is a harsh time for your skin; whether you’re a man or woman, when it gets cold outside, your skin is likely to start getting itchy and scratchy because of the lower humidity levels. And yeah, while it’s true…
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