Do You Know What Causes Stretch Marks?

March 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment

what causes stretch marksTo effectively prevent and treat them, it is important to know what causes stretch marks.  You should also know that while you are searching for the perfect stretch mark removal cream to get rid of your stretch marks, many of those products really don’t work.  Some of them may help to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, but none of them are able to completely eliminate them.

Even laser surgery is not guaranteed to be 100% successful in removing stretch marks.  To read more on this subject, please see our article:

What Causes Stretch Marks?

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What Is The Oil Cleansing Method?

February 19, 2011 By

the oil cleansing methodThe oil cleansing method, also know as OCM, is a method used to clean your face with oils instead of soap or other facial cleansers.  Although many people may think cleaning their face with oil will only make it oilier and lead to acne, that couldn’t be father from the truth.  The simple fact is, oil attracts and removes oil and using oils to clean your face will not block pores.

If you truly want to have a beautiful skin tone, then you need to work with your skin and not strip it of the protective barrier it creates.  You can achieve fantastic results using the oil cleansing method.

You can find the full article here:

The Oil Cleansing Method

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Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

February 17, 2011 By

benefits of tea tree oilUnderstanding the benefits of tea tree oil may help you decide when to use it and how often.  Some tea tree oil uses include the treatment of acne, treating cold sores, and combating dandruff when used in shampoos.  It is important to note, however, that tea tree oil is to be used only for external use and when taken internally can actually lead to coma or death.  And, as always, before using it for any topical applications you should make certain you are not allergic to tea tree oil.

To learn more about tea tree oil, you can read the full article here:

About Tea Tree Oil

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Handmade Bath Soap – Is It Better?

February 11, 2011 By

bath soapIs handmade bath soap better than commercial soap?  You may be surprised to find that many commercial skin cleansers are actually considered detergents and that handmade soap is a true soap in the common definition of the word.  It may also surprise you to know that while many skin cleanser manufacturers claim their products moisturize your skin, they really don’t.  The reality is, any products that are rinse-off products, meaning they are not left on your skin, do not have the ability to actually moisturize it.  How your skin reacts to certain bath soap has to do with how the soap is made and the ingredients it contains.

Is handmade bath soap really better?  Read the full article here:

The Benefits of Handmade Bath Soap

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Healthy Skin Tips For Winter

February 10, 2011 By

healthy skinOld Man Winter is the arch-nemesis of healthy skin.  Cold air and blowing wind leads to dry, flaky skin, which is itchy and uncomfortable to say the least.  The humidity is lower, inside and outside, and it robs our skin of the moisture it needs to stay healthy and supple.  There are, however, ways to fight back and reclaim healthy skin during the brutal months of winter.

By winterizing your skin care routine, you can minimize the effects of the harsh weather conditions on your skin and keep it healthy.

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Winterize Your Skin Care Routine

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Healthy Skin For A Healthy You

February 10, 2011 By

healthy skinHealthy skin starts with a good skin care regimen.  Following a proper skin care regimen not only means younger looking skin, but a healthier you.  Keeping your skin clean can help prevent the spread of contact infections because clean skin reduces the amount of bacteria and viruses on its surface. However, washing to frequently and vigorously can actually damage your skin and increase the risk of spreading infectious agents.

Learning how to properly care for your skin, based on your skin type, is important to your overall health.  We’ve put together some clear skin tips to help you get started.

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Clear Skin Tips

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