Category: Natural Beauty
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What are Essential Oils? What are their Benefits?
Essential oils radiate aromatic properties. These sweet-smelling compounds are contained in various parts of plants which include the seeds, roots, stems, and flowers. Essential oils protect plant life, facilitate pollination, and provide them with unique fragrances. These special oils are used extensively for healthcare solutions, cooking, and beauty therapies. The aromatic compound is filled with…
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The Use of Rose Water for Skin Care
Flavored natural Rose water (Gulab Jal in India) comes from the rose petals’ concentrate. This ingredient has been part of skin care regimens for many centuries. Even the famous Cleopatra was recorded as using this natural product. Rose water is perfect for skin conditions because of its antioxidants and potentials to reduce inflammation significantly. Many…
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Wooden versus Plastic Hair Brush or Comb
Hair brushes made of metal and plastic can harm your scalp. On the other hand, the wooden varieties are soft and smooth. A wooden comb does not scratch the head and prevents hair from drying. It helps distribute sebum (oily secretion) so the scalp does not get slippery. Benefits of the Wooden Variety It feels…
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Benefits of Drinking Water
There is no other substitute for a glass of clean and cold water. Drink water instead of soda beverages which contain dangerous chemicals and preservatives. We can stay away from a variety of health conditions by drinking plenty of water particularly during the hot summer months. Drinking water, which transports nutrients to internal organs, also…
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How to Take Care of your Skin under the Sun
Staying under the sun can produce health benefits for us. It helps quicken the production of Vitamin D. Sunshine can help regulate your sleeping cycle and improve your well-being. However, there are also disadvantages that you have to consider such as age spots, wrinkles, and skin cancers like melanoma or sarcoma. A renowned clinical professor…
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Uses and Benefits of Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is not only a cooking ingredient. This popular type of oil has other benefits. It is good for hair care because coconut oil keeps the tresses of women particularly in Asian countries long and shiny. Many of them use the oil on their hair several times a week just like hair conditioner. The…
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Easy DIY Vegan Lip Balm
Easy Lip Balm Recipe The ingredients include one teaspoon each of coconut oil, Candelilla wax, and Shea butter. 1T Coconut Oil 1T Candelila Wax 1T Shea Butter Candelilla is the vegan alternative for beeswax. Put together all the ingredients inside a double boiler or medium sauce pan. Add water at the ¾ mark of the…
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DIY Dry Skin Remedies
Natural remedies for skin issues have become very popular. These products are not only inexpensive but uncontaminated. Natural oils are untainted compared to over the counter artificial (water-based) lotions or moisturizers that contain preservatives or alcohol. These additives are likely to cause allergies or dry skin. On the other hand, clean oils have a pure…
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4 Easy DIY Organic Vegan Masks
Organic vegan masks can help make your skin smooth, radiant, and free from any irritation or tightening. Here are a few recipes that you can prepare right in your own kitchens. Turmeric Brightening Mask Blend ¼ teaspoon of organic turmeric, ½ teaspoon of organic rice flour, and one tablespoon of coconut milk. Continue mixing until…
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What is Organic Skincare
Organic refers to the growing of an ingredient or ingredients. It is cultivated until harvest without using chemical fertilizers, pest killers, antibiotic agents, and growth hormones. For beauty and skin care products, organic relates to regulation and certification standards or guidelines. In the United States, the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Food and Drug Administration…