Skincare and Beauty

According to Harvard Health Publications, a sauna can reach temperatures of around 185 degrees F. The heat allows the body temperature to rise, blood flow is increased and sweat begins to form. A dry sauna uses dry heat to increase…
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Shaving is supposed to give you smooth, silky legs that can go bare under skirts and shorts, but if you do it the wrong way, you can end up with stubbly, itchy, razor-nicked legs on display instead. Though it is…
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Overview Rudimentary methods of depilation can be traced back to prehistoric times, when cave drawings were discovered depicting beardless male figures, says Kirsten Hansen, author of “The History of American Women and Hair Removal.” Depilation methods in the 21st century…
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If you suffer from mild acne, finding an effective over-the-counter (OTC) remedy can be a challenge. While OTC remedies are effective for many people, those with sensitive skin or just the occasional breakout may find these products too harsh or…
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Overview Exfoliating your feet is just one part of a full foot treatment known as a “foot facial”–a spa treatment designed to improve the health of your feet and skin. This luxurious treatment can be expensive when received from a…
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A simple sugar scrub gently exfoliates your skin, rubbing away dead skin cells so new ones can replace them. Making your own sugar scrubs is a fairly simple process, and you don’t need any chemicals to do it. Though some…
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Although baldness cannot be cured and is typically a result of genetic makeup, hormones and age, there are a number of hair loss treatments and vitamins that are available to help encourage new hair growth and prevent further hair loss….
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Overview Trichotillomania is a disorder characterized by an irresistible desire to pull hair from the head and other hairy areas in the body, such as the eyebrows. This condition can leave patients with patches of hairless spots. Trichotillomania is sometimes…
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1. Head to the Drugstore Using topical treatments containing salicylic acid is one of the easiest and most common ways to treat all kinds of warts. Over-the-counter medications that contain salicylic acid, such as Compound W or Occlusal-HP, are available…
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Overview Stretch marks can appear on any part of your body where fat is stored, making many people feel self-conscious about their bodies. Stretch marks are most commonly found on thighs, breasts, underarms, and buttocks. Generally, women who have just…
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MedlinePlus characterizes cellulite as fat deposits. As fat accumulates under the epidermis and dermis, it inevitably pushes up against the skin. But along with the fat is a series of fibers. These fibers attach the skin to the muscles. When…
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Overview Aging skin grows thinner, less supple and more delicate, and may require a shift in your skin care routine. You’ll need to hydrate and seal in moisture on your face and hands more often to avoid dryness and painful…
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Ringworm (tinea) is a contagious fungal skin infection that can affect any region of your skin including the scalp, body, groin or feet. Though ringworm occurs more commonly in children, people of any age can be affected by this condition….
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Swelling, also known as edema, occurs when excess fluid becomes trapped in your muscle tissue. Swelling can affect any part of the body and is most common in the hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs, given a moderate level of…
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An ingrown hair is a hair that has grown back into the skin or through the hair follicle. Ingrown hairs are caused by hair removal methods such as shaving, tweezing or waxing. This condition causes pain, itching and localized skin…
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Wrinkles may be superficial or deep and are caused by several factors. Too much exposure to sunlight leads to wrinkle formation as well as exposure to tobacco smoke. Sunlight breaks down collagen, a protein that keeps your skin firm and…
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Overview Unsightly facial splotches are caused by sun damage to healthy skin over time, reports the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Uneven skin tone, patchiness and blotches can be treated to minimize their appearance, but the damage can’t be reversed….
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Overview Hives, which are also known as urticaria, are a common symptom of allergies. Patients with allergies have a hyperactive immune system that strongly reacts to molecules that do not actually pose a threat to the patient’s health. Allergies that…
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African black soap, sometimes called Ose Dudu or Dudun-Ose, is made by hand from the ashes of a number of plants including plantain leaves and cocoa pods, which are mixed with various oils, such as cocoa butter and shea butter…
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There are ways to help contain body odor–deodorant, perfume and other remedies–but there are more natural ways. Numerous vitamins and minerals can help minimize body odor, and are found naturally in fruits and vegetables. Vitamin A Vitamin A’s purpose is…
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Dark spots on the skin are caused by hyperpigmentation, a condition that occurs when too much skin pigment is produced in one or more areas of the skin. Dark spots are usually harmless, according to the American Osteopathic College of…
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Mole removal serves three primary purposes, explains the Redding Dermatology Medical Group (RDMG). It removes melanoma and moles deemed high-risk for developing into skin cancer. Removal of raised moles remedies chronic irritation from friction or shaving. Other purely cosmetic procedures…
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Acne, a disorder of the sebaceous glands, is an inflammatory condition linked to the entrapment of a sebaceous gland (located beneath a hair follicle) with natural oils and, resulting in inflammation and an accumulation of bacteria. The onset of acne…
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Although hair loss is traditionally thought to only happen to men, women actually account for 40 percent of American hair loss sufferers, according to the American Hair Loss Association. Hair loss can be psychologically traumatic and damage a woman’s self-image…
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Overview Eczema is a common skin condition that causes severe skin irritation. Also known as atomic dermatitis, it can appear as red or scaly areas of skin. These areas itch like crazy and can peel, crust over, or even ooze….
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Stretch marks take place when the skin is stretched too far, such as when a person rapidly gains weight. Because the skin cannot produce enough elastin or collagen to support skin stretching, stretch marks form. These marks look like jagged…
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Overview Most people think of acne as a teenage problem, and they’re right: The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) estimates that about 45 million people, most of them teenagers or young adults, will suffer from pimples this year. But adults…
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Overview No one likes dealing with acne, but it can be even more frustrating if your acne is so bad that it leaves scars. Procedures to remove acne scars can be costly and even then, they might not remove the…
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Overview More than 40 million young adults and teenagers will suffer from acne this year, making it the most common skin disorder, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Of these, 40 percent will develop scarring serious enough to…
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Overview Biotin is a vitamin of the vitamin B complex. It is found especially in egg yolk, liver and yeast. It is required to form glucose and fatty acids and is vital to produce energy. It enhances metabolism of carbohydrates,…
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