Tamanu oil is a dark green oil that is dense and is mainly used for skincare. It’s been used in traditional Polynesian medicines for centuries and studied by scientists since the 1930s. Tamanu oil has been shown to offer many benefits for skin and hair. Some of those benefits include: Increased collagen production Stretch mark …
7 Essential Oils For Your Face: Includes Every Skin Type
Most people think that essential oils are for adding to a diffuser, dabbing on wrists as a natural perfume or even using in homemade cleaning products. This is all true but essential oils can also be used on your skin and face. They hold many unique natural properties that can clear acne, moisturize dry skin, …
Why You Want Squalane Oil in Your Beauty Routine
Squalane oil is going to be your new favorite facial product. It’s hydrating and offers many benefits such as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory. Smoothing out the texture of your skin, protecting it from free radicals and keeping redness and irritation away. Oh, did we mention that it absorbs quickly and never feels oily? This clear, odorless …
Why Squalane Oil Is Perfect For Aging Skin
Squalane oil is clear, odorless and has the texture of a gel. It is loaded with antioxidants, fatty acids and will leave you luxuriously hydrated. It’s ideal for aging skin as it offers so many benefits to combat fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, sun spots, dullness, and dry skin. A lot of people are nervous …
7 Ways to Use Tamanu Oil For Better Skin
You might have heard about this oil before. It seems to be relatively new on the beauty scene but don’t be fooled, it’s hardly a new beauty oil discovery. Tamanu oil has been used in the Pacific Islands for centuries to treat many skin conditions. It contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties along with plenty of omega fatty …
9 Best Antioxidants for Supple Skin
There are many factors that contribute to the health and overall appearance of your skin. Daily habits like what you eat, drink, exercise routines, and even stress management all contribute to your overall health and the wellbeing of your skin. It’s good to be aware of every element that can affect your complexion but one, in …
Dry Brushing: Beginner Basics
Dry brushing is the practice of using a dry stiff-bristled brush on the entire body to remove dead skin, increase circulation, and improve digestion. It’s quite an old practice as it can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Indians, Chinese, and Native Americans. Some of the earlier dry brushes were constructed out of …
How to Prevent Free Radicals From Harming Your Skin
Free radicals are constantly entering our systems. Sometimes they are caused by external factors such as pollution, smoking, medication, contaminated water, pesticides, alcohol or sun exposure. Other times they are caused by poor diet from foods that are processed, fried or even stress. Additionally, the body creates a small number of free radicals as it …
11 Ways to Boost Your Lymphatic System
The lymph (lymphatic) system is a network of thin tubes, vessels, tissues, organs, and main node points. The lymph system is a vital part of the immune system. This system protects the body by clearing out damaged cells, infections, toxins, and cancer. Lymph nodes are central filtration points that remove cancerous cells, damaged cells, and infectious …
The Thin Line of UV Light Therapy: Benefits and Uses
Ultraviolet light (UV) therapy is the use of light rays to deeply penetrate the skin to alter certain skin conditions. Skin ailments such as eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, and lymphoma (cutaneous T-cell) all benefit from UV light therapy. These types of skin conditions include a high rate of skin cell reproduction which makes the condition spread …