At one point or the other, we've had to deal with acne. As an every day occurrence, dealing with acne can get tedious and sometimes frustrating although this is the time for lots of patience. If you're struggling with acne, these tips outlined below will be of great help. Do not scrub facial skin There's often this temptation to scrub the face (especially with the hard sponge) during bath times. If you have oily skin, you might be making things worse. Scrubbing the face might trigger the production of more sebum or facial oil which could contribute to the formation of more acne. Instead, use a facial sponge to gently wash face. Clean face twice daily There's no compromise when...
For new mothers, dry skin in babies can be frustrating. Navigating the different changes of a newborn baby is often overwhelming. The last thing mothers want to deal with is dry skin but it happens more often than not. Should you be worried when you baby has dry skin? What can you do to offset its occurrence? Before we jump into it, dry skin in babies is normal to a large extent. Babies usually need time to adjust to life outside the womb. Other times too, they may be reacting to skin care products, new clothes, allergens or a wide range of other environmental factors. Do not panic if your baby has dry skin. Do these rather. Hydrate Give your...
There's a popular misconception out there that you don't need to do much to your face if you have oily skin. That's false. Oily skin requires extra care and attention. This is why it is important to develop a skincare routine to take extra care of your face. These are a few essentials to include in your routine. Cleanse your face One of the best things you can do for your skin is to cleanse it. You can do so either by using mild soap such as the Shea Butter Bar Soap or by using a Facial Cleanser or both depending on how sensitive your skin is. Whichever way, this is to help clean the face of any dirt or extra...
Aloe Vera has been used for ages for beauty products particularly for the skin. Its healing properties makes it ideal for use for a number of ailments. Generally, aloe vera is safe and can be used by all skin types. General uses of aloe vera for the skin The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera makes it the go-to plant or product for a lot of skincare issues. Its been known to help with the following; Expedites healing of wounds and reduces scarring Moisturizes skin and leaves it hydrated Helps with rashes Aids in treating bacterial and fungal infections Reduces pain and swelling of cuts and bruises Promotes the release of collagen Leaves the skin feeling supple These benefits...
What have you heard about body oils? Greasy, messy and non-essential might be on your list but forget about all of them. Body Oils are an essential part of skincare and works wonders for the skin. Are you ready to let go of some misconceptions? Here goes! Great for dry skin Body oils are great for dry skin. When used on dry skin immediately after taking a bath or shower, they keep the skin hydrated by locking in the moisture. Its moisturizing effect lasts all day. If you have dry skin, your best bet is to start using body oils. All natural Unlike other skincare products which may contain a lot of stabilizers and artificial ingredients, body oils are mostly ...
