Everyone wakes up New Year’s Day with their resolutions firmly in place and a strong determination to reach them, but often they only last for a few weeks or if you are lucky a month at best. Typically, this is due to setting far-reaching goals like ‘lose 30 lbs in two months” or “be happier everyday” all of […]
Synthetic Fragrances and Their Health Effects
Have you ever tasted something that was flavored but didn’t know with what? For example, Italian ice or fruit flavored water… if you didn’t see the label, sometimes it can be hard to discern which fruit it is supposed to be. That’s because it is a man-made, artificial flavor and the same thing is done […]
Nighttime Skin Care Routine
Our bodies recover, replenish and regenerate as we sleep and through the night our skin has an opportunity to really get its glow on. Every woman wants the perfect complexion and to achieve this, a nightly skin care routine is critical. Follow these nightly routine tips and you will find yourself on a path to […]
No Shave November: Best Products For Sensitive Skin
Shaving is torturous when you have sensitive skin. The burn, the irritation and the ensuing dry skin itch can drive any man crazy. One solution is don’t shave and grow a beard but even then, skin issues may still persist. So what can you do to keep your skin feeling soft and moisturized with a […]
How to Protect Your Skin from Halloween Makeup
Crisp fall air, children’s laughter, pumpkins glowing, leaves falling and lots of candy spell Halloween! The best costumes usually are the creative ones and tend to involve makeup. The effects are awesome and spooky! But so can the damage done to your skin. Costume makeup weighs heavy on your skin and is loaded with oils. […]
How to Care for Childhood Eczema
Every child gets rashes at some point, in one form or another. But when eczema rears its ugly head, all any parent wants is relief for their child’s itching and pain. It is especially challenging for young children because they don’t understand why they shouldn’t scratch. Explaining to a two year old why they can’t […]
Eczema: What Hurts and What Helps
Approximately 3% of adults and 10-20% of children suffer from eczema in the United States alone. There are millions of products out there that promise solutions and relief from this skin condition but how do you know what works and what doesn’t? What Hurts and Aggravates Eczema Fragrance Mix 1: is more commonly known in […]
Post-Summer Skin Recovery Tips
As fall approaches and the days become shorter, the air crisper and cooler, overtaking the summer heat, we fondly look back over the lazy days of summer reflecting on the glorious sunny days, while the mirror rudely reminds us of the damage we have done to our skin. If your skin feels dry, rough or […]
ABC’S Of Skin Cancer
Sunshine and hot days are meant for the beach and lounging by the pool. Everyone loves to have that sun-kissed look, however too much of a good thing can cause problems. Namely, skin cancer. The frustrating part is that most skin cancers are asymptomatic which means you might not know you have something wrong until […]
Back to School: Tips for Staying Healthy
Parents and kids alike are excited for the start of the new school year albeit for very different reasons. Moms and dads can’t wait for kids to be occupied during the day and learning all they can while kids can’t wait to see friends again after long summers apart. Every new school year brings […]