Sun protection goes beyond just putting on sunscreen. Proper clothing should also be worn when you’re going out and exposing your skin to the sun’s harmful rays. The damage done by the sun to eache exposed body part adds up over your lifetime. It continuously adds risks of not only skin cancer but also premature […]
Ever wonder what a bag of chips, a chocolate bar, or a hamburger does to your skin? Foods that are highly glycemic (meaning they are high in carbohydrates, and can raise blood sugar when eaten) are digested quickly by the body and can spike insulin. Spiked blood sugar levels increase the body’s inflammatory reactions, causing […]
GENTLE – one word that should describe a safe skin care routine for your child. A lot of products made for babies and infants containt irritating ingredients. Be on the lookout for some of the following common irritants found in baby and infant products: Fragrances – These have no benefit and can sometimes prove to […]
First, let’s get this out of the way: a facial cleanser is DIFFERENT from a face wash. Both tend to do the common job of cleansing your face but the difference is that a face wash is mostly foam in nature while a cleanser is non-foaming. Cleansers also don’t have to be washed off but […]
Men aren’t the only ones who suffer from hair loss. Female pattern hair loss (or FPHL) occurs approximately 50% of women by the time they turn 50. Sometimes it presents itself as shedding, but over time it’s characterized by the thinning of hair density over the top of the scalp. A lot of research has […]
Are your nails healthy? Did you know that the appearance of your nails reflects your overall health? Weak, brittle, splitting or peeling nails are often and indication of an underlying condition, and can vary from: -Harsh manicures/pedicures -Vitamin deficiencies -Fungal infections -Thyroid problems However the only way to pinpoint your condition would be to visit […]
Orange, crunchy and good for your skin. Carrots are a great food to add to your diet if you want younger-looking skin. Carrots are one of the foods with the highest beta carotene content. Beta carotene is a by-product of Vitamin A, formed during the body’s metabolism of certain foods. Vitamin A is a good […]
Choosing the right sunscreen isn’t as easy as grabbing one off the shelf from your grocery store or pharmacy. Here’s how to choose the right sunscreen and how you can maximize it’s effectiveness: 1. Choose a Broad Spectrum Sunscreen – Broad Spectrum means it protects you from both UVA and UVB radition from the sun’s […]
Fish is not only a good source of protein but also OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS. Fish oil is widely known to be good for the heart but did you know that it’s also good for your skin? Omega-3 Fatty Acids are anti-inflammatory agents which help heal skin redness. It also reduces the risk of acne and […]
Did you know that tomatoes, an every day cooking ingredient, is a powerhouse of nutritional benefits for your skin and hair? Tomatoes are full of vitamins A and C – substances found in many acne-treating medicines and ointments. The high acid content in tomatoes help your body treat certain rashes and acne. Tomatoes also contain […]
