We do a lot to our hair that damages it. We try not to, but constantly using hairstyling tools, coloring it, exposing it to the sun…all of it hurt our hair follicles. Wouldn’t it be great to have constant compliments on your hair and achieve it from home? We’re all with you there! So how can this be accomplished? Simple. Change your hair care routine. Keep reading to learn how natural hair care can reverse the damage and give you healthy, shiny hair without going to the salon! Why Natural...

Shingles can happen and when you least expect it. While treatments are limited to managing the discomfort and associated flu-like symptoms, this type of virus has to run its course to go away. But what can you do during and after the scabbing or potential scars from it? Not many know that manuka honey for shingles is a genuine natural remedy that works! Shingles & Manuka Honey When people think of shingles, they correlate it with chickenpox and for good reason. Shingles is a rash that appears on the abdomen...

Unidentified bumps and rashes can be caused by anything from allergies to keratosis pilaris, but eczema is one of the most common culprits. Also known as atopic dermatitis, eczema is a disorder of the skin barrier that causes dry, itchy patches. For some, it is just a mild annoyance, but it can also escalate to a level of itchiness that disrupts daily life. The proteins that link skin cells together don’t work as well in people who have eczema versus those who have healthy skin. They’re missing that mortar between the bricks, and the...

Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that affects between 0.5-10% of the world’s population (16 million of those being American), so to say it’s common is a bit of an understatement. This skin disorder used to primarily affect people over the age of 30, but in more recent years, rosacea can be seen as soon as one’s early teens and twenties. If you struggle with unusual redness or sensitivity, it may be rosacea and not just sensitive skin! The rosy rash that develops on the face as the result of...

In skin care science, there are two types of ingredients: The new, high-tech molecules made in a laboratory, and the natural ingredients and plant extracts that have been used for centuries. Honey falls in the latter camp. This sweet, sticky substance has been celebrated for its beauty benefits for thousands of years—in fact, ancient Sumerian tablets indicate humans have been using honey as a cosmetic product since 2100 BC. It’s fair to say that honey is one of the oldest natural skin care ingredients we know of. These days, you’ll find honey in...

  When it comes to beauty, few things are as annoying as inflamed skin. For many people, inflammation means skin that can be itchy, sensitive, red and uncomfortable – and sometimes, it can be all you can think about when you have a flare-up. That’s perhaps why quick-fixes are everywhere on TikTok – you’ve probably seen the technique for ‘icing’ your skin, either with a jade roller you’ve left in the freezer, a frozen cucumber or even braving the ultimate test: sticking your face (briefly) into a bowl of ice....

As we get older our skin will naturally become less defined. This loss in definition is due to the depletion of the skin’s collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid levels. Stopping the signs of aging can be challenging for most, but the good thing is that—if you want to—those signs can be slowed down with the adoption of a consistent skincare routine as well as some lifestyle changes. Firm skin is associated with healthy-looking skin. Most people associate maintaining a healthy and youthful appearance with firm skin. As we get older and...

Question: have you been using the same shampoo for years? Or do you follow your hair stylists recommendations or major brands that are convenient to buy at Target or Ulta? No matter your answer, the reality is that what works for you doesn’t necessarily mean it’s good for your hair. We often sacrifice the health aspects of our hair for a good scent and a rich lather that feels clean. But did you know that many of these store-bought items contain harsh chemicals and toxins that leach into our body...

When it comes to eczema, you’re probably willing to anything to help the itch, the pain, the scabs, and the redness. No one wants the irritated skin that comes along with eczema—but it’s even less welcome on your face. For starters, there’s no hiding it! Have no fear, there are ways to help soothe it and makes it less noticeable, so you can still enjoy being confident with your skin when you leave the house. The Face Eczema Facts While you may think of eczema as one health condition, it’s actually an...

Washing your hair can be a real pain. Some of us can get away with washing it once a week, and others it must be every day. But does your hair ever itch after you wash it? Is your scalp sore and your hair not as luxuriously shiny as the shampoo commercials promote? Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is an ingredient added to almost every shampoo on the market and is most likely the reason behind your lackluster hair care results. All the information you need on sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and...