Many of us strive for healthy and glowing skin. A skincare regimen and a healthy lifestyle are essential for youthful skin. Wrinkles, sagging, and fine lines can all be prevented by taking proper care of your skin and your diet. As long as you maintain yourself, your skin will sustain itself.
It is said that the sun is your skin's biggest enemy. Harsh UV sun rays not only speed up the skins aging process but can also cause sunspots. The UV rays from the sun can break down your skin's elasticity, causing it to wrinkle.
Heavy drinking can make your skin age much faster. Alcohol dehydrates the skin, which in the long run, can cause wrinkles.
Stress plays a massive role in the skins aging process. Stressing out makes your body release cortisol into your bloodstream, which can cause your skin to form wrinkles.
Having a healthy diet is very important for fair skin. Consuming processed sugars can be harmful to your skin in the long run and speed up its aging process. A lot of these things are already well known. We can take a few easy steps to make sure our skin stays fresh and healthy. Let's go over those steps.
Following a regular skincare routine is a great way to give your skin the love it needs. Skincare products with ingredients such as retinol and squalene can help keep your skin looking fresh and youthful. Additionally, wash your face at least once or twice daily. This is even more important if you sweat a lot, as sweat irritates the skin.
Use a sunscreen, SPF 30 or higher, and try to cover up and seek shade whenever you can because the sun will eventually cause a lot of damage to your skin.
Smoking causes your skin to stop retaining its rigidity, essentially making it saggy. This leaves shallow lines and a dull, wrinkly appearance. So if you smoke, try to stop. On that note, excessive alcohol consumption also rapidly ages the skin.
Your skin needs a lot of water to stay in shape. Drink at least eight glasses of water every day or whenever you feel thirsty. Dehydration goes a long way in aging and damaging your skin, and also irritating it. Stay hydrated, and you'll stay young.
Many factors make your skin age, but we can stay young and beautiful with proper self-care and attention. Take good care of yourself, stay away from Smoking and drinking, and give your skin the attention it deserves. It'll pay off now and in your later years.
Using our Super Lift Facial Cleanser has ingredients such as green tea, which has anti-aging properties. It is gentle on the skin and leaves your skin looking clean and feeling fresh.
Not only does the bentonite clay cleanser unclog pores and get rid of blackheads, but it also rejuvenates your skin and helps decrease signs of aging.
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What can damage your hair?
Poor hair health is usually a sign of weakening of the cuticle – the outer-most protective layer – or damage to the hair follicle. These conditions could result from a number of factors.
How to ensure healthy hair growth?
Good hair-care practice
Use soft tip brushes and comb lightly to avoid weakening the scalp and cuticle. Wash your hair often, particularly when they start to feel too oily and greasy. Throughout the day, the pores on your scalp get covered in grease and dirt. If left unchecked, it hinders the process of hair growth and results in increased hair fall.
Avoid using your fingers to comb your hair too frequently – it puts unnecessary stress on your hair and may weaken its structure.
Healthy diet
Hair requires a number of nutrients to flourish – vitamin C, D, E, iron, biotin, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients can be found in many foods like almond butter (vitamin E), tangerines (vitamin C), spinach (iron and vitamin D), eggs (biotin), and salmon (omega-3). You must have a proper intake of the required nutrients that promote the health of your hair. It’s essential to be aware of which foods benefit your hair and which are harmful.
Using the right products
Shampoo helps clear out excess oil and dirt, but too much of it can deprive the hair of natural oils produced by the scalp, causing dryness. Additionally, you may use conditioners as they help strengthen the cuticle by adding a smooth, waxy coating to your hair. However, beware of “over-conditioning” – frequent use can make your hair limp as the waxy layers weigh down your hair.
If you use products to style your hair, be vary of the alcohol content. High alcohol content causes dryness. You must use the right products consisting of healthy ingredients that complement the natural oils on your scalp and promote hair growth.
Healthy Growth Stimulation – An all-natural solution
Staying true to this purpose, we offer an all-natural product, specifically designed and tested, to make your hair strong and reduce hair loss – Healthy Growth. It contains 6% MSM – a natural sulfur compound that promotes your hair and skin’s health. The castor oil and coconut oil in our serum help enhance the health of the hair follicles; they repair damaged hair making it shiny and soft.
Every ingredient in our product is natural and safe. Each provides a variety of benefits that positively affect every aspect of the hair growth process. You can learn all about the product and each of its ingredients on our page.
]]>As tempting as it may be to trim them down and clip them, you should refrain from this. The cuticle helps to protect your nail from becoming infected and exposed to germs and bacteria. Alternatively, you should push your cuticles back and just cut off loose skin and hangnails.
Besides clipping and picking at your cuticles, you should also limit the use of individual nail polishes and polish removers. Try using a polish remover that has no acetone in it. If you notice that your cuticle is starting to crack or dry, you can use moisturizers or even Vaseline to bring them back to life!
Firstly, do not panic. Although the word "infection" may sound scary, it is not as bad as it seems. Firstly look for specific symptoms such as redness and swelling. More severe infections can contain puss and drastic changes in your nail color. If it is a minor infection, ensure that you keep your cuticle clean and sanitized and even cover it with a bandage to prevent further bacteria and germs from getting in. If it is a more severe infection case, you will need to talk to your doctor to be prescribed antibiotics. Remembering to keep your cuticles clean in the first place is the best step to remember.
This is more of a general idea to keep them healthy. Of course, always trim your nails regularly and properly. Do not bite, chew, or even peel your nails off. If you would like, use a nail hardener as they are not harsh on the cuticle. Taking supplements to promote nail growth and health is always a plus as well.
This is the most important of these tips as this can be a bit out of your control. Ensure that the salon you are visiting has the proper qualifications and makes sure that the tools they use appear to be clean and sanitized. If you do not feel comfortable with the salon's tools, you should most definitely leave. After all, you would not want someone else's bacterial infections or even fungal infections. Learning to perform manicures on yourself will not only save you money, but it ensures that you are using sterile and safe tools. It could take a few tries, but you too can get the hang of it with some practice.
All in all, maintaining a healthy nail and cuticle is not super complicated, but it does take some effort. Just keep them clean, follow nail health guides, and try not to pick at them. In no time, you will have beautiful and healthy-looking nails.
]]>The rash appears as a red, tender-looking mark on the skin, causing dryness and irritation. While it typically affects the bum and surrounding areas, lack of care and treatment can cause the spread to thighs, genitals and even the abdomen.
Figure 1 How diaper rashes may appear like
There are many different causes of a diaper rash. Children often suffer from rashes due to infrequent diaper changes, resulting in infection and sensitivity caused by elements in urine and stool. Similarly, adults who wear undergarments over and over again or for longer periods can develop the rash due to chafing.
Other causes of a diaper rash include tight fitted diapers or undergarments that rub against the skin. The use of certain products can also cause similar rashes.
Since these rashes affect areas that are mostly warm and moist, ignoring the problem can attract bacteria and cause serious fungal infection.
People with skin-sensitivity problems such as atopic dermatitis or seborrheic dermatitis (eczema) are more vulnerable and at a greater risk of developing such rashes and should take extra measures to prevent such problems.
There are many ways to prevent diaper rashes.
As a parent or caretaker, change your baby’s diapers as frequently as possible. Ensure to use the best quality diapers good at absorbing liquids and keeping the skin dry for longer periods. Adults should improve their hygiene and keep their thighs, buttocks and other surrounding areas dry.
Another way to prevent diaper rashes or minimize their risk is by rinsing the affected area with warm water after every diaper change. Using cotton balls and fresh chemical-free soaps can also prevent the chances of infection. Moreover, it’s essential that you dry the skin after washing but don’t rub it harshly.
Our Red Bum natural diaper rash cream is designed to prevent irritations, soothe inflamed rashes, and heal your or your baby’s skin without any side-effects.
The product is safe to use and free of chemicals, steroids, parabens, petroleum, or artificial fragrances. It contains natural and handpicked ingredients that facilitate a safe recovery from the rashes.
The main ingredients include Grapeseed Oil, Olive Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Raw Natural Shea Butter, Pure Filtered Beeswax, Natural Skin Protectant (Non-nano Zinc Oxide 12%), Lavender Essential Oil, and Tea Tree Essential Oil. Visit our website to learn more about the benefits of each ingredient.
The product’s anti-inflammatory formula is designed to deal with itchiness and reduces pain and discomfort. The cream is also cloth diaper-friendly and blocks any moisture from reaching the skin. It is easy to carry and available in affordable prices.
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Figure 1: How Dermatitis may look like.
Unfortunately, if you have atopic dermatitis, you need to be extra careful about your skin. Sometimes, environmental allergies and some food allergies can make your condition even worse. Moreover, irritating substances such as harsh soaps can lead to serious infections that may require treatment.
Contact dermatitis is usually more common and temporary. Usually, certain cosmetic products, rubber derivatives, dyes, adhesives, nickel, and other metals can trigger and wear down the oily, protective layer on the skin's surface.
The common symptoms of contact dermatitis include reddening your skin, intense itching, blisters, and swelling. In the cause of having atopic dermatitis, you may also notice a rash on creases of hands, elbows, wrists, and knees, and sometimes on the feet, ankles, and neck. The skin also becomes dry and scaly and thick.
Although there is no permanent cure for atopic dermatitis, proper skincare can prevent it from getting triggered. People with dermatitis should avoid hot baths and prevent their skin from being exposed to too hot or too cold temperatures. Using our Skin Restorer can also significantly positively impact your skin and keep it moisturized and hydrated to prevent dermatitis from being triggered. Those with sensitive skin should try Sensi-Skin Recovery.
Skin Restorer is based on an effective formula that will help you deal with different types of dermatitis and soothe your eczema and other conditions such as Shingles, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Hives, etc. The product is easy to use and does not make your skin greasy or sticky.
Sensi-Skin Recovery is specially made for those with hypersensitive and dry skin. It is based on an advanced plant-rich natural formula that has many benefits for the skin. It reduces inflammation and hydrates skin to treat dry, rough, and flaky skin.
Skin Restorer is based on a natural composition that nourishes your skin by providing it with some essential elements such as Grapeseed Oil, Safflower Oil, Raw Natural Shea Butter, Pure Filtered Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Organic Baobab Oil, Castor Oil, Tea Tree Essential Oil. Applying this formula just three to five times a day can revive your damaged, dry, itchy, and irritated skin.
Sensi-Skin Recovery’s rich creamy formula is also based on natural ingredients that include Sweet Almond oil, Sunflower Oil, Palm Oil, Castor Oil, Sesame Oil, Pure Filtered Beeswax, Raw Natural Shea Butter, Organic Baobab Oil, and Lavender Essential Oil.
Both these products are free from any traces of artificial fragrances, steroids, petroleum, or parabens. It is safe to use them; however, if you have allergies, then you should consult your doctor before use.
]]>Dental hygiene is one of the most important aspects of a person’s overall hygiene. Thus, to avoid any long-term costs, you should take care of your dental hygiene. Brush your teeth twice every day and floss regularly.
Dental hygiene and oral health is an essential part of our overall health and well-being. It refers to the practice of keeping the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy to prevent any disease. Poor dental hygiene can often lead to dental cavities and gum diseases. It has also been linked to heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. It is often taken for granted despite being a vital part of our everyday lives.
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is a lifelong commitment. The earlier you learn proper dental hygiene habits, the better for you. And the more you’ll save cost by avoiding expensive dental procedures.
The cause of bad dental hygiene is usually the patient’s failure to maintain good dental hygiene habits. These include irregular brushing and flossing, inability to remove plague, leading to tartar formation. However, it is not just periodic brushing. Some foods - sugars and acidic foods - and some habits (smoking) can also result in poor dental hygiene.
Our oral cavity collects all sorts of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Some belong there, making up the normal flora of our mouths, and are harmless in small quantities. But some can cause problems. For example, a diet with high sugar creates conditions in which acid-producing bacteria flourishes. The acid dissolves tooth enamel and causes dental cavities.
There are multiple causes for dental problems, including:
It would be best if you never waited to experience symptoms in order to pay a visit to the dentist. If you go to the dentist twice a year, chances are they will catch any problem in its developmental stage, before the onset of symptoms.
However, if you experience any symptoms mentioned below, make an appointment to see your dentist as soon as possible.
Below are a few lifestyle changes one should make to avoid the onset of dental problems.
BRIEF OVERVIEW
Nasal congestion refers to the inflammation and swelling in and around the tissues' nose and the blood vessels due to the accumulation of excessive fluids. Congestion tends to cause a feeling of stuffiness and breathing difficulty in the nasal passageway. Sinus congestion is a type that refers to the feeling of stuffiness and fullness in the sinuses. Nasal congestion and sinus congestion can occur together and separately as well. Excess phlegm and mucus develop a feeling of congestion.
CAUSES
Congestion is a very common and prevalent disease all over the world. Various viruses, allergies pertaining to grass, dust, food, pets, etc. are some common causes of nasal congestion. The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), usually referred to as the common cold, also causes extreme congestion and stuffiness in the nasal passageway. It makes the person feel rather uncomfortable and distressed.
Sinus congestion is slightly more severe than nasal congestion as the feeling of fullness and stuffiness causes the face, eyes, cheeks, and forehead to swell up. In some cases, the person can even feel severe headaches. Nasal congestion and sinus congestion can last up to two weeks.
TREATMENT
Nasal congestion and sinus congestion can resolve on its own, but it makes the person feel uneasy and uncomfortable. Doctors tend to prescribe medicines and, at times, anti-biotics, but the congestion takes two weeks regardless to wear off completely. There are a few natural things that can be done to feel relieved and easy during a nasal congestion that are soothing and helps you stay away from the pharmacy.
USE A HUMIDIFIER
During nasal congestion, cold or flu one tends to feel extremely dehydrated and dried out. Adding some moisture to the air by using a vaporizer or a humidifier helps in relieving congestion and sinus. The moisture added by the humidifier helps in thinning out the mucus development in the nasal passageway allowing you to breathe easily. All types of humidifiers are effective but it is preferable to use a cool-mist humidifier if you have children around to avoid any accidents. Moreover, please ensure the cleanliness of the humidifier and ensure no bacteria grows in it.
DRINK WARM SOUPS AND TEAS
There is no better solution to a nasal congestion and a stuffy nose than drinking warm, hot liquids. Warm soups like chicken noodle and cream, herbal teas like green tea and chamomile tea, hot chocolate etc. can provide significant relief from the symptoms. Drinking a glass of hot water with a hint of lemon and honey before going to bed also ensures a peaceful sleep.
BREATHING IN STEAM
Breathing in steam can be very relaxing. It helps in keeping the mucous membranes in the nasal passageway moist, which helps you in staying comfortable. This remedy is especially useful for people living in colder climate and during winter season. Steam helps to unblock the sinus and relieves the symptoms.
NATURAL TREATMENT
If you want to stay away from prescribed medication but want to get a more natural treatment to make you feel relieved and ease breathing, we suggest you try our Breath Better Chest Rub. It is a balm that is naturally created using natural ingredients like olive, lavender, peppermint and lemon oil along with eucalyptus that have the qualities to relieve the cold and flu symptoms and ease the breathing process. Our Breath Better Chest Rub works like magic and opens up your nasal passageways providing instant relief. Lightly massage the balm on your chest, forehead, cheekbones, your back, temples, and feet and wait for it to work its wonder. It can be applied every 5-15 minutes, depending upon the need. For a peaceful good night's sleep, apply the balm on the sole of your feet, and wear warm socks. Make sure you avoid contact with the balm with the eyes.
Both adults and children can use breath Better Chest Rub. Ideal to use in seasonal flu, runny nose, chest congestion, asthma, and even sore throat – the perfect replacement for over-the-counter medicines tend to have minor side effects. Revert to more natural and organic solutions that have no side effects.
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Arthritis is very common among athletes. Although they are generally healthy, the constant strain on their joints increases the risk of developing arthritis. The most common type of arthritis is Osteoarthritis (OA), which is very prevalent among athletes. It occurs due to the weakening of the cartilage – a tissue that covers the bones' end and acts as a cushion between them. Cartilage can wear away with time. Sometimes, it becomes completely worn out, resulting in bones rubbing against one another. This causes severe pain in joints and leads to many other complications.
There are many definite signs of Arthritis or Osteoarthritis. The most obvious one is constant joint pain. It becomes worse when people overexert their muscles or perform intense workouts.
Another common symptom is feeling stiffness in joints after prolonged inactivity. It usually goes away once you move around; however, most arthritis patients complain about this stiffness in the morning when they wake up.
Whether someone is an athlete or not, consistently experiencing muscle stiffness and pain can make everyday life a struggle. People find themselves in a very difficult situation – they are unable to maintain an active lifestyle, and inactivity makes the problem even worse.
Although athletes are supposed to be fit and healthy, physical activity also has some drawbacks. Torn cartilage or ligaments, broken bones, and many other problems affect almost every other athlete. Injuries, overuse, and constant stress on joints make physically active people more vulnerable to arthritis.
What Can People Do?
There are a few measures that can help you avoid and minimize the risk of developing arthritis. Athletes and physically active individuals should try to balance their physical activity and get proper rest. Moreover, they should maintain a regular intake of essential vitamins and minerals to ensure that their bodies receive a steady supply of nutrients. Constantly engaging in strenuous tasks without providing the body with necessary rest and food can increase such problems.
Our Ultra-Athletes Muscles balm is created to help athletes deal with their pain and provide relief to their joints. This all-natural muscle balm uses a soothing formula to relieve joint pain, nerve pain, muscular pain, and back pain. It is a fast-acting topical ointment that has a non-sticky and non-greasy texture. We have carefully made this from 100% organic and herbal ingredients like Olive Oil, Beeswax, Natural Menthol, Lemongrass Essential oil, Lavender Essential oil, Rosemary Essential oil, and Eucalyptus Essential oil. Additionally, it has a unique and subtle minty scent that is refreshing and not overpowering.
If you are concerned about developing arthritis, make sure you book a quick appointment with the best doctor nearest to you. Get yourself checked and follow-up with a specialized consultation to get ahead of any impending health-related issues.
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According to the health experts, four significant problems cause acne: excessive oil (sebum) production in the skin, hair follicles getting clogged by oil and dead skin cells, bacteria attacking the skin, and any inflammation under the skin.
Figure 2: Different Types of Acne
In most cases, acne affects areas such as the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders because they have the most oil (sebaceous) glands. The most common form of acne is pimples. They appear as raised red spots with a white center. Usually, they develop because the bacteria attack the already blocked hair follicles.
Here is a list of 4 things that can worsen the acne problem, so be careful.
Usually, teens are the most affected with acne because they are going through constant hormonal changes, and their androgens levels are increasing. They can cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and produce excessive sebum. Similarly, when women go through specific hormone changes during their midlife, they also face similar issues.
Some medications and drugs can also exacerbate acne problems. Mostly, any medicines that contain corticosteroids, testosterone, or lithium are known to worsen the acne.
Diet can also play a vital role in acne. The health experts believe that certain foods, particularly those rich in carbohydrates, can worsen acne. Moreover, dehydration or lack of water intake may also affect acne.
Taking care of skin and keeping it clean and moisturized with the right kind of products can prevent acne from growing.
Having identified the common causes of acne, let us explore some great products that can help all those people who are fighting acne.
This is one of our best-selling products. It is an all-natural, non-greasy, and quick-absorbing facial oil that many satisfied customers use to keep their skin youthful and glowing. It contains organic tamanu oil, organic baobab oil, and many other useful ingredients to help fight acne.
As mentioned earlier, excessive oil in the skin is one of the major causes of acne. This facial cleanser is designed mainly for people with oily skin that is prone to acne production. It contains willow bark botanical extract, Illite french clay, and many other all-natural saponified cleansing oils that will help fight bacteria, remove dirt and
This is another useful product that can help you eliminate bacteria and dirt and prevent acne production. It is formulated with green tea botanical extract, bentonite clay, and many other ingredients that provide many other benefits other than acne prevention.
This all-natural facial cleanser is formulated with ingredients that are gentle on sensitive skin. It is full of powerful antioxidants from honey and cucumber to boost hydration, combat premature aging while giving you that youthful glowing complexion. With mineral-rich clay like kaolin that mildly exfoliates dead skin that clogs pores; your skin will feel smoother and reveal its natural glow.
Our Glow-Up clay mask contains essential Vitamin A, B, C, and E extracts that provide deep hydration to your skin. It has certified organic ingredients to keep your skin from breaking out and ensuring you get that gorgeous OOHLALA glowing skin.
]]>Immunity can be defined as a complex biological system endowed with the capacity to recognize and tolerate whatever belongs to the self and recognize and reject foreign (non-self). We can understand it as the body’s innate mechanisms that protect it against diseases in simple biological terms. There are many ways to naturally boost the body’s immunity and protect yourself against life-threatening diseases without relying on expensive and harmful medicine.
Working out is one of the best ways to boost your immunity. It keeps you in good shape and protects you from many bodily problems. You do not necessarily have to train like an athlete or a bodybuilder and exhaust yourself. Just moderate physical exercises three to four times a week can significantly boost your immunity and make you fitter, healthier, and happier.
Who does not love to sleep? However, when we talk about sleep benefits, we are talking about proper 6-8 hours of sleep every night. While taking naps during the day may help you feel energetic; they do not compensate for the night’s sleep. You should try to sleep early at night and throw away all the distractions an hour before. If you suffer from moderate insomnia or just find it difficult to sleep for some other reasons, some natural remedies may help. For instance, you can have a cup of chamomile just before bed.
Most people underestimate the power of water. However, the data shows that drinking water is extremely important for our health and positively impacts the immune system. Moreover, you can also flavor the water with lemon or basil. It will make it easier to drink more and provide many other health benefits. Remember! Soft drinks and preserved juices are not a water replacement.
Have you heard of the phrase “You are what you eat”? It means that whatever we eat every day has a direct impact on our overall health. Other than good protein-rich meals, you should also incorporate fresh fruit and vegetables into your diet. If you do not like vegetables, you can add them together with some sauces and make a delicious soup.
Finally, if you want to boost your immunity, then you must throw your stress away. Whether it is academic stress or work, it is important to prioritize your health over everything else. Talking to a close friend or going for therapy sessions can help keep you calm and fight your stress, anxieties, and worries.
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