Beauty
Our beauty articles discuss the latest trends as well as specific home remedies (with natural ingredients) for skin health, body care, hair health, oral health and more.
Sometimes it's easy to get lazy about removing makeup. Research shows that using natural remedies on the face can help slow down the aging process. While it's best to use herb-based makeup as part of ...
Best Sunscreens & Toxic Ones to Avoid
It's no secret that the sun (in moderate doses) provides all sorts of health benefits, including helping our bodies manufacture vital vitamin D. With warmer weather right around the corner, though, many people are looking ...
DIY Retinol Facial Serum
Although the skin is subject to acne, other skin conditions and aging, as the body's largest organ, it also has the potential to soak up a lot of healthy vitamins. One of the main vitamins ...
Mandelic Acid Benefits for Skin Cell Turnover and Acne Reduction
We're all looking for the secret ingredient that will give us a clearer, brighter and more youthful appearance. There's no shortage of natural and synthetic ingredients in the cosmetic world, with alpha hydroxy acids like ...
Mango Butter for Skin Repair, Healthier Hair & More
When you think of mango, the first thing that likely comes to mind is the sweet yellow-orange flesh of the fruit that instantly brings you to the tropics. You may be surprised to learn that ...
DIY Apple Cider Vinegar Facial Toner
I love a facial toner that's both refreshing and gentle enough to use every day, but most commercial toners aren't good for you. They may help absorb excess oils from the face and even out the complexion, ...
Rosehip Oil Benefits for Skin
It's hard to suggest anything over coconut oil for skin, but rosehip oil — also known as rosehip seed oil — is running a close race with coconut oil when it comes to its benefits ...
Combination Skin: What It Is, How to Tell If You Have It & Best Skin Care Routine
According to dermatologists, people tend to have a predetermined skin type based mostly on genetics but also lifestyle factors. What are the four types of skin? These include normal, dry, oily and combination skin (plus ...
DIY Poultice Remedy with Herbs
When it comes to a natural remedy for almost anything, from sore muscles and burns to insect bites, a poultice is a great way to tackle it. As a kid, I remember my grandmother creating this ...
What Is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate? Where It’s Found + Risks
Although you're probably not aware of it, many skin care and beauty products contain chemicals that are commonly irritating. One example is sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), which is added to things like cleansers and soaps.
What ...