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Teas For Healthy Skin

I’m sure you’ve heard that various kinds of tea can be beneficial for your health, but did you know that some teas can also benefit your skin? Tea is packed with polyphenols, which are molecules that have antioxidant properties. These molecules will hydrate your skin, reduce inflammation, and can reverse the effects of UV damage. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Drinking tea can have a positive effect on your complexion, but using products that are infused with tea extracts prove to…

Heal and Conceal That Nasty Bug Bite NOW!

Summertime means lots of time outdoors and with that can come nasty bug bites. Dealing with bug bites can be a real pain, with all the itching and scratching. Bug bites can be hard enough to deal with when they are on your feet or arms, but what about when they are on your face? We have just the guide you need to handle those pesky bug bites and get you back to enjoying your summer festivities in no time! …

Say Buh-Bye to Wrinkles: 3 DIY Egg Masks

Skin starts to sag and wrinkle with time and age, and that includes the skin on your face! You can dodge those expensive spa wrinkle treatments by taking advantage of all of the skin tightening benefits a simple egg has to offer! Not only does it tighten skin, but it also shrinks pores, leaving skin looking healthy, radiant and youthful. Here are some simple masks you can make at home using an egg and a couple additional ingredients: Egg White,…

Best Tips on Fading Dark Spots….FAST!

We all hate those dreaded dark spots. Whether they are caused from the sun or from age, one thing remains constant – we don’t want them, especially on our beautiful faces and hands! We’ve put together the best beauty tips to help you even out your complexion and diminish those pesky dark spots! Act Fast! The pigment in dark spots goes deeper into your skin as time goes on, so it’s easiest to treat when the spot is fairly new…

The Hard Truth about Hard Water and Your Skin

If you are like 85% of Americans, you have hard water. Have you ever wondered why no matter what you do, your skin still looks in need of help? That could be all thanks to your hard water (water that has a high mineral content). So, what exactly can hard water do to your skin and what can we do about it? Let’s explore! Dry, Irritated Skin Ever notice that you use a lot of soap to get a good…

Soften Those Feet with a DIY Pedicure

If you’re like most of us, the summer months can really do a number on your feet. You walk barefoot more often and you’ll find your heels in particular, end up paying the price. Then, as we enter the cooler months of Fall and Winter, the dry air only worsens how your feet look and feel. Fix those tootsie troubles with this DIY pedicure! Best part is, all of the steps listed below only take about 15 minutes so you…

Stop These Bad Habits! You’re Making Your Hands Age

Do you feel like your hands are dry, wrinkly, and don’t match the rest of your body when it comes to how you look when you’re aging? Stopping these 6 bad habits will help your hands bounce back and stop them from showing signs of premature aging. Using harsh soaps when washing your hands. Put down that bar soap and opt for a gentler formula that won’t dry out your hands, such as a pH-neutral cleanser. Not wearing rubber gloves.…

Tips for Great Looking Skin

Give up processed foods Processed foods aren’t good for your body for a variety of reasons, but when it comes to your skin, it can cause inflammation leading to medical conditions such as rosacea, arthritis, gall stones, fatty liver, cellulite, and yellowing or grayish whites of your eyes. To get and maintain clear skin, eat fiber-rich foods like apples, prunes, and veggies. Cleanse twice at night Your nighttime cleansing needs to be very thorough. It’s the time of the day…

The Beauty of Autumn

Fall is in the air and that means cooler temperatures, breezy days, leaves changing color, apple picking, and hayrides, but it also means one thing: dry skin! You can use some of the favorites of fall not just in your kitchen, but also in your beauty regimen to combat the drying effects of the cooler air. Apples Apples contain antioxidants that help smooth fine lines, combat wrinkles, and rejuvenate skin. Uses: Skin softening mask. Using a double boiler, dissolve 1…

Keeping Your Skin Fabulous in the Fall

As the seasons change and fall arrives, the days grow shorter, the air gets cooler, and your skin starts to lose much needed moisture. It’s time to fight back against the elements and adjust your skin care routine to keep your skin looking and feeling its best. Keep these skin care tips in mind and you’ll be amazed at how smooth, silky, and soft your skin is during even the coldest months. Skip the soap. Soaps lather up nicely and have…