Skincare and Beauty

We don’t often think of exercising our face muscles during an exercise routine. However, doing so can have an anti-aging effect on the skin by toning the muscles. Facial exercises can also help strengthen the jaw, cheeks, tongue and lips…
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As if being a teenager weren’t hard enough, this time of life is also when acne emerges, adding to the sensation of being uncomfortable in one’s own skin. Using a few types of treatments is a good approach to dealing…
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Overview Deception is a cream formulated to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles. According to Amazing Emu Oil, the British company that distributes Deception, tiny silicon particles are absorbed by the wrinkles and reflect light in the same way a…
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Interpersonal skills include thoughts, emotions and feelings that occur within each one of us that affect the way we interact with other people, according to the North Carolina State University Counseling Center. Learning and developing people skills proves essential to…
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Massage is one of the oldest forms of medicine and has been used by sportsmen since before the days of the ancient Greek Olympics. There are a variety of styles of massage but, according to massage expert Mel Cash, author…
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1. Jock Itch Itches One of the big ways you can recognize jock itch or ringworm in your genital, groin, buttocks or thigh area is itching. Ringworm is a fungus that thrives in warm, moist environments and the genitals are…
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African Americans have sensitive skin and may suffer from a wide variety of skin disorders. For some, applying skin care products or shaving can cause skin conditions to develop. Some African Americans who suffer from skin conditions need the help…
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Overview The overall safety of the sunscreen you wear is an important facet of sun protection. The product’s sun protection factor is one consideration, says the American Academy of Dermatology. The active ingredients in your sunscreen, some of which are…
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Overview Bentonite clay is an absorbent clay used in beauty applications such as body wraps and masks. According to Global Healing Center, it is also a popular method of detoxification because of its ability to soak up toxins and excess…
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Cellulite is basically pockets of fat that develop under the surface of the skin. It’s due to connective fibers pulling the skin down as the fat deposits push the skin up, according to the National Institutes of Health. This results…
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Poison ivy is a vine in the sumac family called Anacardiaceae. Exposure to the plant toxins, called urushiol, cause a skin rash. Poison ivy grows everywhere in the U.S. except in the western states. Swelling and a rash develop within…
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Overview The hair follicle is a small tubular sac just under the surface layer of the skin. Each of these sacs contains a bulb at its base where rapidly dividing cells help produce hair. Old cells are packed one under…
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Eczema is a general term for various skin irritation and swelling, according to the National Library of Medicine. The most common form of eczema is atopic dermatitis. Eczema-like symptoms are more common in babies and young children and typically improve…
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Overview Cellulite was first described in 1920 by French scientists Alquir and Paviot. It’s a condition caused by skin deterioration. Hormones and genetics are predisposing factors to cellulite; as a result, specific areas in the skin become easily damaged. Cellulite…
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Acne treatments are often expensive and not guaranteed to work. Consumers spend millions of dollars each year trying different acne regimens, taking trips to dermatologists and buying cosmetics to cover blemishes. One remedy, often overlooked, is the individual and an…
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Internal skin care should come before external skin care. Cellulite starts with a deterioration of the dermis, which can be inhibited and reversed by the right foods. Firm, radiant skin free of dimples and ridges is the result of sound…
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For many people, summer is an ideal time to exercise outdoors. While other seasons might be too cold or rainy to go out or stay out for long periods of time, summer offers sunny weather and plenty of opportunities to…
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Overview The major hormone fluctuations experienced during pregnancy can cause acne in many women. Sebum, or oil, production increases as hormone levels rise. The sebum, long with dead skin cells and bacteria, may then clog pores, causing acne. Because pregnancy…
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Overview One of the many places facial wrinkles can develop is on the forehead. A number of rejuvenation methods may help diminishing forehead wrinkles, according to the American Academy Dermatology (AAD). The best treatment option for forehead wrinkles may depend…
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Overview Featured in the Science Museum of Minnesota’s collection of Questionable Medical Devices is a fluoroscope and a shoe-fitting X-ray device used in the 1940s and 1950s by shoe stores, purportedly to help customers make sure that the new wing…
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Acne is caused by dirt or bacteria that clogs pores, causing red inflammation underneath the skin. The result is unsightly and often embarrassing bumps that can be difficult to remove and prevent. Although everyone’s skin is different, baking soda may…
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The common name of shingles represents a viral infection known as herpes zoster, which causes blister-like eruptions that are accompanied by intense pain. These breakouts commonly appear on the back, sides, and abdomen along the nerves, but may also appear…
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Overview Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is a member of the powerful B-complex vitamin family. Biotin is essential to human growth and development. It enables the utilization of nutrients plus the development and maintenance of epidermal…
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There are myriad beauty treatments for skin, from simple hydration and moisturizing, to complicated and expensive collagen injections and facelifts. Somewhere in between there are common spa and in-home treatments used by millions of women with results they covet. Knowing…
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African-American hair varies in texture and coarseness, and is able to be styled in many different ways. Many African-American women choose to make their hair straight by using relaxers or a straightening comb, while others choose to keep their hair…
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Toenail fungus occurs when fungi begins to grow under one or more of your nails. Toenail fungus may be caused by poor circulation, wearing constricting shoes, synthetic socks, or walking barefoot in public areas. Toenail fungus may reoccur several times,…
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Stretch marks can be an unsightly and embarrassing skin condition. Many different factors can cause their onset, from the most common cause of pregnancy to the lesser known cause of overuse of cortisone creams. Regardless of their origin, most people…
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Overview If you have ever suffered a minor skin condition, you may have heard of salicylic acid. It is a common first-line, over-the-counter treatment for a variety of problems. If it does not work, you head for a doctor and…
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Overview Bodies lying on the beach or poolside in skimpy bathing suits soak up the sun every summer. Though these people worship the rays, regrettably, these ultra violet beams can severely assault unprotected skin. Sun damage can be extremely serious,…
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Overview Pattern baldness, also called androgenetic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss. It is most often seen in men, though it occurs in women as well. In men, it typically begins with a receding hairline. According to…
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