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Have you ever wondered what people did to look after their skin before the time of mass-produced cosmetics? Most people are so used to buying facial care products in a shop that the idea of cheap, easy-to-use natural skin care alternatives lying around at home seems a bit too good to be true. But if you read the labels of many well known face creams you will see ingredients like ‘papaya extract’ or ‘fruit acids’ are a common feature. So why not go straight to the source, cut out artificial additives and use the natural goodness of a fresh fruit facial in your skin care routine? (more…)

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If you rely on a Botox shot or two (or three or four) to help keep wrinkles at bay, you may not only be preventing your face from expressing emotions – you could even be preventing yourself from feeling them properly. LiveScience reports that a Botox shot’s effect on your facial muscles could interfere with brain activity. Facial expressions are linked to emotions, scientists believe. (more…)

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Eating healthily may well do more for your skin than expensive treatments. New research shows that diet is your most important weapon in the fight to keep skin young. A study of over 4,000 women showed that poor diet and premature ageing are inextricably linked. Women with higher intakes of vitamin C and omega-6 fatty acids who ate fewer carbohydrates and fats were found by researchers to have healthier looking, more youthful skin than their less healthy counterparts. So look no further than your kitchen for healthy, beautiful skin. (more…)

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With a hot summer promised by weather reports, many Britons will be spending time outdoors this season, soaking up the sun’s rays. While a little exposure to UV light will up your mood and help your body make much needed vitamin D, too much time in the sun is linked to premature ageing and skin cancer. Here are some tips for staying safe outdoors this summer. (more…)

Most of us understand that chemical based cosmetics can be very harmful for our skin, but we still use them anyway. These harsh chemicals may help us to get rid of acne, dry skin, hair fallout or any other beauty problem, but their effect is limited and temporary. Comparatively, aromatherapy is a simple and healthy solution for your beauty problems that is based on natural oils. (more…)

Bathing is a natural way to beautify ourselves and take care of our skin. Differences in skin type make bathing a little bit choosy and confusing. In order to maintain the body it is very important to adapt a bathing style which matches with your skin type and body metabolism. For example, if you feel tight after shower, then it indicates that your skin is loosing moisture. This may be due to the use of inappropriate bathing products. It is important to know what’s best for your body before it’s too late. (more…)

What comes to mind when you think about winter? Chapped and dehydrated skin and cracked lips. Do not fight winters or curse yourself for all the outdoor activities during those months. The best way is to take care of your skin and enjoy the winter to the max with a glowing and healthy skin. (more…)

You are either born a Beauty or you acquire it, no one can thrust it on you. Either way you need to take care of yourself. You don’t need to go far or spend a fortune to enhance your beauty. Here are some simple tips to keep you looking your best! (more…)