Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their therapeutic and healing properties as part of the practice of aromatherapy. They’re sourced from leaves, stems or roots of plants that are known for their health properties. So then, what … Continue reading What Is Frankincense Oil? 8+ Benefits & Uses for Healing
Raise your hand if you’re a grown-ass adult who still wakes up with breakouts on the regular. Yeah, it’s the freaking worst. But while you might have tried every acne spot treatment and Instagram hack on the planet to clear … Continue reading Best Acne Face Washes, According to Dermatologists
Is vitamin E oil good for your skin? Vitamin E is both a nutrient and antioxidant with a history of use in dermatology for over 50 years. Scientific research has shown it benefits a number of common skin concerns including burns, scars and wounds. … Continue reading Vitamin E Oil: 6 Natural Health Benefits for Skin & Hair
Well, it’s time. Finally. You’ve beaten your PR in the category of beard length, but you can no longer stand the Duck Dynasty-esque monstrosity on your face. For some people, avoiding busting out the razor or the beard trimmer is … Continue reading The 7 Best Men’s Grooming Products For Sensitive Skin
Today, we have hundreds of different beauty products available to us — acne washes, toners, scrubs and so on — but what did people use thousands of years ago before commercial chemicals existed to help heal their skin? When it … Continue reading Witch Hazel: How to Use It to Clear Up Your Skin Fast
These days, the uses of turmeric extend way beyond the spice shelf. Turmeric can be found mixed into golden milk, added to skin care serums, and even sprinkled onto rice or roasted veggies. Full of flavor, color and health benefits, … Continue reading Curcumin: Top 10 Benefits of Turmeric’s Secret Ingredient
Yoga; you love it for its centering capabilities, stress reduction, and the mild workout. But did you also know that yoga can also be an effective treatment for osteoporosis? Research has shown that yoga can prevent, slow* — and in … Continue reading Yoga’s Benefits for Osteoporosis
Did you know that iodine deficiency is now regarded by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the most prevalent and easily preventable case of impaired cognitive development in children in the world? There are at least 30 million suffering from … Continue reading Iodine Deficiency Epidemic: How to Reverse It for Your Health
As a mom of three kids under the age of 10, it’s no surprise that Jessica Alba would need an at-home spa sesh. Last night she took to Instagram to share her routine for “detoxed and hydrated” skin. “When the kiddos are in … Continue reading Jessica Alba Swears By These 5 Beauty Products for Detoxing Her Skin
We all have scars from childhood accidents or just when we just missed the box jump, but if you’re nursing a Joker-level scar, it’s time to consider treating it. Many guys try to wait it out and hope their scars … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Scars
Manuka honey is the homecoming queen of the beauty world this year. And like the homecoming queen at your high school, it’s really good at a … Continue reading Manuka Honey Acne Benefits
Joey Tribbiani and Rachel Green may have helped popularize the term on that famous Friends episode back in 1996. But 22 years later, I was able to try out “reinvented” leggings from Visakai. The new California-based brand launched earlier this year after raising more … Continue reading Visakai Commando Leggings Review
Every day, people looking for better health pour millions of dollars into the pharmaceutical industry. While certain medications can be beneficial, others can lead to painful side effects and may simply swap one problem for another. On the other hand, … Continue reading Top 5 Essential Oils for Holistic Therapy
Keeping up with the all the fun face masks out there is harder than keeping up with the Kardashians. How do you try them all (and get all their glow-inducing benefits) without going totally broke? Enter DIY face masks. Tweak … Continue reading Best DIY Face Masks For Glowing Skin – Homemade Face Masks
Exciting news for all beauty lovers: Dermstore‘s semi-annual Friends & Family sale starts today. For a limited time, you can nab 20% off some of the website’s most popular skincare and makeup brands, including bestsellers like RMS Beauty and Peter … Continue reading Dermstore’s Semi-Annual Friends and Family Sale 2018
From shampoo to soap to deodorant to hair wax, most products these days are heavily scented. In fact, you may be piling on half a dozen or more fragranced grooming products when you get ready for work (and that’s not … Continue reading Chemicals In Scented Products – Phthalates Health Risks
Who doesn’t love a trip to the salon? You get to sit down, relax, and let someone else do the work, and when you get done, you usually feel more confident about your appearance and yourself. In a recent 2017 … Continue reading Don’t Get Sick at Your Salon! 10 Safety Tips
There are all sorts of bumps that can pop up on your face: Everything from zits on your chin to cold sores on your lips, there’s no shortage of lesions that can take up residence on your mug. But few … Continue reading Eye Stye Treatment – What Causes Eye Styes
Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune skin disease that causes inflammation and scaling of the skin that affects approximately 2 percent to 2.6 percent of the U.S. population. (1) Normal, healthy skin experiences cell turnover about once a month, but when you … Continue reading Psoriasis Diet and Natural Treatment Options
All of a sudden, this yellow stuff is everywhere. It’s being stirred into your smoothies and heaped into products at your favorite health-food store. It’s in every hot recipe from curries to cocktails. But this herb is certainly not new. So what’s the … Continue reading Turmeric: Miracle Spice or Herbal Myth?
Picture this: You wake up to a blaring alarm, with just enough time to get ready and arrive at work on time. You look as tired as you feel, and while you’re hoping your concealer will magically awaken your complexion, … Continue reading The One Thing You Should Use Before Putting on Concealer to Hide Dark Circles
You already know that chocolate has a reputation as a potent aphrodisiac, thanks in part to its high caffeine and antioxidant content and melt-in-your-mouth texture. No wonder chocolate in all forms is tempting you in store windows and on your social … Continue reading The Top Aphrodisiac Foods to Make You Feel Sexy
We’ve all been there—a cold strikes the day of a big meeting at work, or you come down with a virus before a special event. Although staying home is best when you’re sick to avoid spreading germs and give yourself … Continue reading 5 Easy Makeup Moves to Help You Look Alive When You’re Sick
Chances are, you’ve probably started to notice cannabidiol hemp oil, or CBD hemp oil, popping up as an ingredient in beauty products such as body lotion and facial oil. While it’s definitely the buzzy beauty ingredient of the moment, a fad this … Continue reading CBD Beauty Products: What You Need to Know
Using an anti-aging serum in your skin-care routine is like eating avocado and microblading: Everyone and their mother is doing it these days. But what exactly is a serum, how do you know if you should be using one, and … Continue reading Best Anti-Aging Serums For Every Skin Type
One dermatologist explains the gentlest (and possibly most confusing) skincare product you should be using. You’ve heard about it, maybe even used it, but do you know what it actually does? Micellar water seems to be that mystery skincare product … Continue reading What Is Micellar Water, and Should I Be Using It?
Free weights and in this case, dumbbells, came onto the scene as a staple part of physical fitness and strength training as early as ancient Greece and in a similar form in India. Even back then, athletes and coaches understood … Continue reading Best Dumbbell Workouts for Women + Top Dumbbell Exercises
Every guy has sprouted a zit at one time or another. But what about when your acne is more than just a lone pimple or two? The most severe form of acne is called cystic acne, and it refers to … Continue reading Cystic Acne Treatments For A Better Complexion
Dark under eye circles are among the top beauty concerns many women have—and one of the hardest to treat. No matter how many hours of sleep you may have gotten, those pesky dark hollows can make it appear like you … Continue reading Katy Perry Gets Filler Injected Under Her Eyes to Banish Dark Circles—But Is That Safe?
Already thinking about stocking backups of all the great beauty buys you scored over the holidays? Dermstore’s Winter Essentials Sale is just what you need—20% off of your favorite skincare, haircare, makeup, and more, happening from January 16 to January 22. Use the … Continue reading Everything You Need to Buy From Dermstore’s Winter Sale
If you wear makeup, you may want to consider using a setting powder. A setting powder gives your makeup a smooth finish by helping to lock foundation into place while reducing cracks that can come across as wrinkles. However, you … Continue reading Setting Powder: Make Your Own DIY Face Powder
A lot of guys might grow their beards without considering the possibilities. They may look at their facial hair pattern and density, and then accept this … Continue reading 4 Beard Styles to Try Right Now
DIY Nail Polish About 2–3 ounces 4 tablespoons cold-pressed olive oil 3 teaspoons alkanet root powder (for red) or 3 teaspoons ginger root powder (for neutral) 1/2 teaspoon beeswax 3 drops vitamin E oil 1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil To make, … Continue reading DIY Nail Polish with Olive Oil, Beeswax & Vitamin E Oil
What is nux vomica? Well, there is a Nux Vomica band, but I’m talking about nux vomica as in the homeopathic medicine that — despite known dangers — is used for a range of common problems like motion sickness, headaches and … Continue reading Nux Vomica Herbal Remedy Dangers & Precautions
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
By now you’re probably in a good rhythm with your baseline skincare regimen—cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing. Since you have that down, it’s time to consider adding a couple more simple grooming products, whether you want to take a proactive stance … Continue reading 5 Skincare Products You’re Not Using Yet But Should
Your skin is a very complex organ and its appearance has the power to express a lot about your overall health. In fact, your skin is … Continue reading Hyperpigmentation Therapies + 5 Natural Skin Care Tips
Among the buzzwords in health circles these days, chemicals—BPA, VOCs, parabens—are coming under more and more scrutiny. You may not be able to see them, but they sure can be scary, given all the headlines about how they make your … Continue reading Dangerous Mac and Cheese? Phthalates and How to Avoid Them
“Lipstick in Barbados? Not unless I was a bridesmaid in a friend’s wedding,” recalls Rihanna with a laugh when asked about her teenage beauty routine. “My mom wasn’t flexible. I wore no makeup.” Though she wasn’t allowed to partake, Rihanna … Continue reading Rihanna Reveals the Inspiration Behind Fenty Beauty
Padma Lakshmi has long been advocate for body positivity—and the chef-turned-television host has proven once again that when it comes to women’s bodies, real is beautiful. On Thursday, Lakshmi shared a sultry selfie to her Instagram story while wearing a … Continue reading 11 Beautiful Women Who Want You to Know Stretch Marks Are Totally Normal
As a lover of all things beauty, I’m well aware that my hobby can be a bit expensive—and at times, downright overpriced. And while some products are definitely worth the splurge, I’m always on the hunt for reasonably-priced options that … Continue reading Colourpop Eyeshadow at Sephora Blew My Mind
Photo: Target.com Ever since Korean beauty products made their way stateside, face masks have been everywhere, from sheet masks to clay masks to cream formulas. We love that you can use masks to really tailor your skincare regimen for your skin’s specific needs, … Continue reading The 8 Best Drugstore Face Masks Under $10
With all these powders and schmears and drips, the counter above may look like a scene out of some hotly anticipated Breaking Bad reunion. Continue reading DIY Beauty Kits You’ll Love
Not all concealers are created equal—and that’s actually a good thing. Continue reading The Best Concealers for Covering Acne, Dark Circles and Redness
Not only is slathering on a face mask a pampering pick-me-up after a long day, but it’s great for your skin. Continue reading The Best Clay Face Masks to Detox Skin
In addition, women with symptoms of depression were three times more likely to meet the criteria for having a tanning dependence. Continue reading Indoor Tanning Addiction and the Depression Connection
Whether you’re overloaded at work or dealing with the kids, ongoing stress takes a toll on your complexion. Continue reading Is Stress Making Your Skin Freak Out? Here’s What You Need to Do
Avocados are already so popular that people spend a huge chunk of their food dollars on the “basic” fruit. Continue reading Someone Created ‘Diet’ Avocados—Here’s What That Even Means
