First of all, eyelid dermatitis may result from coming into contact with allergens or irritants found in personal care products or your environment. Eyelids have the thinnest skin on the body which makes it easier for allergens to penetrate the skin. Additionally, because of their exposed location on the body, eyelids are subject to significant […]
5 Things You Should Never Do To Your Skin
We’ve probably all experienced that awkward moment when you look in the mirror to get ready to go out and a new pimple has reared its ugly head on your face! It’s probably one of the worst ways to start your day. We all want to look our best, but acne and other skin […]
Cracked Hands and Feet? Prevent and Cure Them Now!
Pain and itching are the worst parts of having dry, cracked skin. When socks feel rough on your feet or your hands sting anytime you wash and dry them, it is time to search out a cure. However, it is just as important to know what causes cracked hands and feet so that you can […]
Makeup Remover Secrets and Must Haves for Your Purse!
Every woman has their quirks when it comes to what is in their bag, from phone chargers to eye liner, safety pins to pocket knives. You never know what a woman might have in her purse so tread with caution. There are five must haves though that every purse wouldn’t be complete without so […]
Best Bath Products for Your Skin
Winter time does enough damage on our skin without our compounding the problem with using the wrong products during baths. With the cold wind howling outside, nothing is more cozy than sliding into a hot bath, warming you up to the core. However, if you are suffering from dry, cracked skin, eczema or psoriasis […]
Metal Allergies + Sensitive Skin
From jewelry to cosmetics, there is always something that can cause irritation, inflammation, or a flare-up of eczema and similar skin conditions. The best thing you can do is educate yourself on what the effects are and if you do have sensitivities, make sure you steer clear of metals like nickel and aluminum. Do you […]
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 […]
Skin Care for Hikers: National Hiking Day
Is there anything better than hiking through a pristine trail, listening to mother nature sing her song? Maybe a few things, but hiking as a hobby is incredibly healthy for the mind, body and soul. The only real problem is the havoc the elements can wreak on your skin. There are steps you can take […]
Best Makeup Brushes for Sensitive Skin
Fighting acne as a teenager is one of the hardest battles to win. It makes it doubly worse when you see your friends wear all this great makeup that you can’t because it will cause your skin to flare up. For adults, it’s a challenge too, as the struggle to look professional and pleasing is […]
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 […]