In ancient times, spikenard was regarded as one of the most precious oils. It’s been used as a perfume, a medicine and in religious contexts across a wide territory from India to Europe. Biblically, it’s referenced when Mary of Bethany spent … Continue reading Spikenard Essential Oil Uses & Benefits for Body & Mind
Salicylic acid is at the top of many dermatologists’ lists of acne-fighting ingredients. Why? It helps dry up zits naturally and can also keep them from returning, while improving skin’s texture. Beyond just serving a natural acne remedy, this plant-derived … Continue reading Salicylic Acid for Skin: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, Interactions
You’d think that “self-care” is a series of intuitive actions that are done naturally, but that’s not really true, is it? Practicing self-care really requires reflection and motivation. Your self-care checklist may differ greatly from your spouse’s, mother’s or child’s, … Continue reading Self-Care Checklist: Stay Healthy In All Parts of Your Life
Imagine a fruit so nutritious that goats will climb trees just to eat them! Inside that little fruit, is the little nut that gives us argan oil. For generations, natives of the argan woodlands in Morocco have pressed this nut … Continue reading Argan Oil Benefits: Top 12 Uses for Healthy Skin and Hair
Called the “King of the Herbs” by the French, you probably know tarragon best for its culinary use. Its dried leaves and flowering tops are commonly included … Continue reading Tarragon Benefits, Nutrition and How to Use
Dermatologists prescribe products to their patients all day long, but have you ever wondered which ones they personally use? Welcome to Derm Diaries, a new series where dermatologists share their skin woes—and solutions—so you can steal secrets from their skincare … Continue reading How A Dermatologist With Hyperpigmentation Keeps Her Skin Clear
Iron deficiencies are very common. In fact, many groups are at an increased risk of deficiency for this important mineral, including infants and children, women who are pregnant, those with heavy menstrual periods and those following a vegan or vegetarian … Continue reading Iron Supplements: Dosage Advice for Who Needs Them
Let’s face it, unless you’re the Mother Teresa of hair care and have essentially gone without any form of styling and/or sleep—it’s called bed head for a reason, kids—your mane goes through some pretty serious daily wear and tear. And … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know about Silicone-Based Hair Products
Schlepping to the hair salon to get a keratin treatment every four weeks is not only annoyingly time-consuming, but also incredibly expensive. Enter: At-home keratin treatments. They’re inexpensive, easy-to-use, and can be done in your own bathroom. Of course, there … Continue reading 5 Best At-Home Keratin Treatments For Straighter, Smoother Hair
Peppermint oil is one of the most versatile essential oils out there. It can be used aromatically, topically and internally to address a number of health concerns, from muscles aches and seasonal allergy symptoms, to low energy and digestive complaints. … Continue reading Peppermint Oil Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More
They say “patience is a virtue,” but choosing patience seems especially painful when you’re trying to grow out your hair. Luckily hair oils can help speed up the process. Not only do they help to stimulate hair growth, they also … Continue reading The 12 Best Hair Growth Oils
If you’re like most people, you at least occasionally deal with acne breakouts, skin dryness, redness and signs of uneven skin tone. If so, you probably wonder about possible underlying causes of these skin conditions in hopes of finding a … Continue reading Face Mapping: What Science Says & How It Works
Feeling like your fine hair is letting you down even more than usual lately? The answer could simply be washing it more. David Adams, trichologist and master colorist at Fourteenjay salon in NYC says that fine hair tends to need … Continue reading 12 Best Shampoos For Fine Hair 2019 – Volumizing Shampoo
Everyone wants beautiful hair, whether a man or woman; however, hair loss is common in both genders, which causes the hair to become thin and look unattractive. Learning how to thicken hair naturally and finding the right hair thickener could make … Continue reading Hair Thickener with Rosemary, Cedarwood & Sage
You might recognize it as an ingredient in your favorite body lotion or perhaps noticed supplements in the vitamin aisle that feature it. But what is collagen? What does collagen do, exactly? And how can you incorporate it into your life? Collagen … Continue reading Collagen Benefits for Skin, Hair, Joints and More
Neem oil is a naturally occurring pesticide found in seeds from the neem tree. It is yellow-to-brown and has a bitter taste and a garlic-like smell. While it doesn’t sound very attractive, neem seed oil can be very beneficial by … Continue reading Neem Oil for Skin and Plants: How to Use
Why are Cells Important? There are over 37 trillion cells in your body that work hard for you every single day. On average, your body loses 19 million cells each minute, and makes an equal amount to replace them. As … Continue reading Why Are Micronutrients Important?
Want stronger hair, nails, and brows? Here’s your guide to the best vitamins, serums, shampoos, and other treatments that live up to their claims and can actually make a noticeable difference. Vitamins for hair growth As we age, hair becomes finer … Continue reading The Best Vitamins and Serums for Hair, Brow, and Nail Growth
Coconut oil is seeing a serious surge in popularity, and not just because it makes everything taste uber-tropical. The oil, extracted from the flesh of a coconut, is rumored to boost dieters’ weight-loss efforts. Because it’s derived from a plant … Continue reading Coconut Oil Weight Loss: What You Need To Know About Using Coconut Oil For Weight Loss
When you think of melatonin, odds are you think of sleep. Melatonin is a hormone that’s naturally produced by your body to regulate your circadian rhythm (a.k.a. your sleep-wake cycle), and many people take melatonin supplements as a natural (and … Continue reading Melatonin Benefits For Skin And Hair
Why is my hair falling out? It’s true that men are more likely to lose their hair than women, mostly due to male pattern baldness (more on that later). But thinning hair and hair loss are also common in women, … Continue reading 21 Causes of Hair Loss
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years in various cultures for medicinal and health purposes. Continue reading 101 Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
On the one hand, you could end up looking like your best self ever; on the other, things could go horribly wrong, and you may have to spend weeks in hiding while you wait for things to grow out. Continue reading Haircut Questions You Should Ask Yourself
In addition to your body, hands, and face, eczema can also plague the scalp, usually in a condition known as seborrheic dermatitis. Continue reading Eczema on Your Scalp? Here’s How to Ease Symptoms, Fast – Eczema
Sun. Chlorine. Salt water. The best parts of summer can leave our hair a complete mess come Labor Day. Continue reading How to Protect Your Hair From Sun, Chlorine, and Salt Water
A metallic taste is usually nothing serious. Upper respiratory infections, such as a cold or a sinus infection, can change your sense of taste. Continue reading Metallic Taste in Your Mouth? This Could Be Why
I have this long, ongoing love affair with dry shampoo. My hair is pretty thick and takes some time to style, so I try to wash it as little as possible. Continue reading InStyle’s Associate Beauty Editor Swears By R+Co’s Dry Shampoo
The Biggest Loser trainer posted an old photo of herself to Instagram yesterday to show her followers that we all start somewhere. Continue reading The Inspiring Reason Jen Widerstrom Shared This ‘Embarrassing’ Photo
After trying countless diets, Haley Smith finally found the motivation to stick to a plan when her boyfriend proposed. Continue reading Bride Who Lost 113 Lbs. on Instagram Before Her Wedding
How to make your hair thicker and nails stronger? Looking good is just as much about taking care of your body on the inside as it is about using products on the outside. Continue reading Foods for Stronger Nails and Thicker Hair
Jojoba oil (pronounced ho-ho-ba) is the liquid that comes from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) plant, which is a shrub native to southern Arizona, southern California and northwestern Mexico. Continue reading Jojoba Oil — Skin & Hair Healer and Moisturizer
Supplement advice comes from everywhere: Your doctor recommends calcium for your bones, your friends swear by iron, your spouse is religious about vitamin E. Continue reading 5 Vitamins And Minerals You Don’t Need To Be Taking
For A-listers, there’s a lot of beauty prep before the Met Gala, which is held on the first Monday in May every year at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Continue reading These Are the Sheet Masks Celebs Used Before the Met Gala
When her 185-lb. weight loss left her with large amounts of excess skin, Jessica Weber didn’t let it bring her down. Continue reading Woman Who Lost 185 Lbs. Shows Off Excess Skin: ‘I Wanted People to Realize What Obesity Does’
Do you have strange bumps inside your nose? If so, you may have nasal polyps, or nasal polyposis. Continue reading Nasal Polyps: 19 Natural Treatments
It’s easy to head into the weekend with a list of fun things you’ve been eager to do all week. Continue reading How To Have A Better Weekend
I’ve always been a smoothie devotee, however I usually reserved my frozen-drink-blending for weekends after a run or yoga class. Continue reading ‘I Drank A Smoothie For Breakfast Every Single Day For A Week—Here’s What I Learned’
What makes spring so beautiful for many people leads to misery for those who suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms. Continue reading Natural Ways to Treat Seasonal Allergy Symptoms
Own a spiralizer and unsure of what to do with it? Notice all of the recent cook books and Instragram pictures featuring use of low-calorie vegetable “noodles” and ready to give them a try yourself? Continue reading Zoodles: Top 5 Benefits of Zucchini Noodles + Zoodle Recipes
If you’re like the average American, the majority of prescription meds you have in your house are likely not even being used. Continue reading National Drug Take Back Day
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