Facial care is great but so is skincare in general. As the largest organ of the body, the skin is often neglected. However, taking care of the skin in general does so much good not only to its appearance but also its health. One way of doing so is nourishing the skin with lotions, creams or oils. When it comes to body oils, there are 2 schools of thought. One faction sees it as moisturizing whilst the other side sees it as greasy. The key thing to remember here is that body oils are an essential part of skincare and does magic to the skin plus they are ideal for all skin types. Here are more benefits of body oils...
This may come as a surprise but when it comes to taking a shower, there are some bad practices. You may be doing these on your blind side but hey, there's no cause for alarm...yet. If you've been doing these in the shower, it's time to say bye-bye to them. Staying too long in the shower You don't need to spend too much time in the shower especially if you're using lukewarm to warm water. The longer you do, the more you strip your skin of its natural oils. A 5-minute shower does the trick. You're not sure of the ingredients in your skincare products Not all products are ideal for your skin type. Knowing the kind of ingredients in...
Christmas in our part of the world screams one thing, the harmattan. The harmattan is no joke. This extremely dry weather comes with a lot of dust and very dry hair. Apart from it being extremely uncomfortable, it has dire effects on the skin if not treated well. So what can you do to make sure your skin does not suffer unduly from the harmattan? Limit your time in the shower We get it. You might want to organize a whole concert in the shower but do limit your bath time to about 5 to 10 minutes. Staying too long in the shower strips off your natural oils. You do need all the natural oils you can get during this period. Shower...
When we talk about exfoliating, attention immediately goes to the face and rightly so. Facial skin is very sensitive and needs extra care. However, the entire body needs to be exfoliated. The benefits derived from doing so are immense. Before we get into the benefits, let's delve into the basics. What is exfoliation? Exfoliation simply means getting rid of dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. There are several types of exfoliation including chemical, mechanical and physical. For this post, the focus is on physical exfoliation where a scrub, made up primarily of granules (plus other ingredients) is used to exfoliate. When done right, exfoliation keeps the skin clean. It also prevents the formation and appearance of acne as...
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...
