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...
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...
One of the topical issues in relation to skincare is how to properly take care of the face. Unlike other parts of the body, facial skin is very sensitive. Plus it is more prone to acne and pimples thus the need for special care and attention. Unfortunately, there are a lot of harsh products out there which might do more harm than good. So, what are the basics for facial care?
Dark spots on black skin usually occurs on the face, neck and sometimes chest areas. Most often, they come about as a result of an inflammation of the skin or from popping pimples or acne which leaves a scar. Others experience this due to hyper-pigmentation. Generally, dark spots are difficult to treat but they are still treatable. Here are some tips on how to treat them.
