By Jerri Farris
The medical name for flat warts is verruca plana. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, flat warts may occur on any part of the body but are common on the face and forehead, particularly in children. They tend to appear in groups of 20 to 100 at a time. Flat warts are more common in fair-skinned people than in people with dark skin. They are most common in children 12 to 16 years...
By Victoria Ries
Rapid weight gain, pregnancy and loss of skin elasticity because of the aging process are major contributors to stretch marks. Fresh stretch marks are red in color, but they fade to whitish silver over time without any special treatment and become hardly noticeable. Several home remedies can rectify the immediate situation, enhance the skin's elasticity, and lessen the emotional distress that ...
By Marina Hanes
Did you know that everyone has eyelash mites? Technically they are named demodex folliculorum, and they are like microscopic worms that live near the root of your lashes. When you don't wash off your makeup thoroughly, you can have higher infestations of them. They survive by feeding off of your eyelashes, so this can often be a reason why your eyelashes have been thinning out. Regardless of...
By BlueGaia
Making your own natural shampoo is a way to be environmentally friendly and to get healthy hair without harsh soaps. Many herbs make effective hair cleansers. Often, a quick kitchen inventory will yield the ingredients for homemade natural shampoo. Natural shampoos without soap have pleasant aromas. Some shampoos without soap do not lather, while other recipes make lather possible. Use staples...
By Carole Vansickle
Gumamela is a type of hibiscus, and is a popular perfume scent because it is light, tropical and airy. You can make gumamela perfume using ingredients found in your home, along with items from a craft or natural foods store. Mix 1/4 cup of alcohol and 5 drops of gumamela hibiscus essential oil in the airtight bottle. Stir or shake thoroughly. The mixture of alcohol and gumamela oil must sit in...
By Amanda Adwell
Stretch marks are scars left in the second layer of skin when it becomes overstretched and breaks down. They are most common during pregnancy, weight lifting, weight gain, or puberty and the most common areas for stretch marks are breasts, buttocks, legs and upper arms. They can be unsightly and very embarassing, but there are ways to lighten or even completely diminish the look of stretch marks. ...
By Tiesha Whatley
Battery-operated curling irons are very versatile. They are convenient for travel. They can be used anywhere, and they save on electricity costs. Plus, they're simple to use, heat up quickly, and are very compact. Mastering the device many take some getting used to, especially if you haven't used a curling iron before. Anyone can learn to use one, however. Just follow these instructions. ...
By Erin Morris
Choosing to get a permanent tattoos is a serious decision, so aftercare for your tattoo shouldn't be taken lightly. If not properly cared for, individuals can experience many adverse side effects, including bleeding, scabbing, infections and color removal. Choosing the right aftercare products, such as vitamin E, will determine how successfully your tattoo will heal. Pure vitamin E, when...
By Jay Duve
Shaving can be troublesome for individuals with sensitive skin. Regular razors and shaving cream or gel designed for normal skin may irritate sensitive skin to the point of being painful. Learn the best way to shave for sensitive skin to protect your face and keep your skin clean, clear and smooth. Use correct, skin-safe shaving techniques. Try to shave after taking a hot shower, as the steam...
By Sabrina Ashley
There is some controversy as to whether or not vitamin E oil promotes scar healing. While some plastic surgeons recommended vitamin E oil, there are also researchers who maintain there is no clinical evidence that vitamin E helps with scar tissue. But there is an ample anecdotal evidence that vitamin E improves the appearance of scars. Collagen is a protein in the middle layer of the skin and is ...
By Katy Lindamood
Skin care is one of the most important things to consider when taking care of your health. The skin is the largest organ in the human body, and it is the most vulnerable to damage, since so much of it is uncovered. Skin breathes and requires nourishment, so it's important to get a little sun to help take in vitamins. Too much sun, however, can have severe consequences in even the healthiest...