Pore strips are quick-fix to get rid of blackheads, however, they are not the best-fix. Blackheads are the result of the bacteria in clogged pores reacting to oxygen (a process called oxygenation). While pore strips can be effective at removing blackheads, they can damage delicate facial skin. (more…)
Beauty products and beauty treatments can cost a pretty penny. Your wallet will suffer even more if you use natural and organic beauty products. However, with a little ingenuity you can cut your beauty expenses. Learn how to put some of the items in your kitchen on double-duty to create natural and effective must-haves for your beauty routine. (more…)
Proper sun protection is an essential part of our daily beauty regimen. But choose your sunscreen wisely. Most sunscreens on the market contain ingredients that can have adverse effects on your health. These ingredients can penetrate the skin barrier in relatively large amounts, and therefore, have side effects that are more than skin-deep. (more…)
Hand sanitizers have become the modern-day supplement to old-fashioned soap and water. They provide on-the-spot protection against germs and bacteria because of their high content of alcohol, which is the main active ingredient. But if you take a closer look at the other ingredients in your hand sanitizer, you might be suprised at what you find. (more…)
Dining out at a restaurant does not have to mean abandoning your healthy eating habits. Avoid post-meal guilt by following simple guidelines. Have your cake and eat it too with these healthy tips for dining out. (more…)