23rd November 2009
How safe are tanning beds anyway? Not safe at all - according to a recent report from the World Health Organization. In this report, sunlamps and tanning booths have been reclassified from "probably" carcinogenic to "carcinogenic to humans" due to their ...
19th November 2009
Facial massage is a treatment that helps achieve healthy, younger looking skin by slowing down the aging process. Massage is considered to be one of the oldest forms of healing. Along with numerous skin benefits, facial massage also provides relief for st...
27th October 2009
Essential oils have powerful effects through our sense of smell. Simply inhaling their aroma elicits an immediate olfactory response and provides for ready absorption in the bloodstream. The aromas of essential oil activate the limbic system, which suppor...
16th October 2009
Think twice before using insect repellants containing the common active ingredient, DEET. Inrecent studies, DEET has been found to be toxic to the central nervous system in both insects and mammals. Although DEET is very powerful at repelling insects, the...
22nd September 2009
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a garden plant with orange-gold or yellow blooms that has a strong and distinctive scent. Calendula is also known as garden marigold, Mary bud, holligold, goldbloom, golds, ruddes, bull's eyes, and pot marigold. The ca...
21st September 2009
Private label products or services are those manufactured or provided by one company for offer under another company's brand. These are also known as store brands, private label brands, or private label goods. Private brands are available in a wide range...
03rd September 2009
Jojoba is derived from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis desert plant, and has numerous uses in a variety of industries. This liquid extract is highly regarded as an effective conditioner, moisturizer, cleanser and softener for the skin and hair. Jojob...
10th August 2009
A chemical peel is a facial treatment used to improve the texture of the skin by applying a chemical solution that causes the shedding of old damaged surface cells. This treatment leaves the regenerated skin smoother and less wrinkled. Chemical peels are ...
08th August 2009
Coenzyme Q10 (known as CoQ10 or ubiquinone) is a naturally occurring molecule that is quite beneficial in cosmetics for healthy skin. This vitamin like substance is responsible for converting nutrients into energy at the basic, fundamental cellular level....
19th July 2009
Insect repellent sprays are applied to the skin and clothing to discourage insects from landing on that surface. The use of repellents can help prevent and control outbreaks of insect-borne diseases. Many insects carry and spread diseases such as West Nil...
19th July 2009
Sunscreen, or sunblock, is a lotion, gel, or spray that is applied to exposed skin to protect it from damaging sunlight. These products work by absorbing or reflecting the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation to protect against sunburn. Most experts recommend...
11th July 2009
The ambition to look good and stay healthy is not for women alone. Men also appreciate skin that is healthy, clean, and youthful because it is a valuable tool for success and self confidence. Many skin care cosmetics that were once considered for women on...
29th June 2009
Olive squalane is a light emollient oil that is very beneficial for the treatment of many skin problems. It is often effective to clear difficult skin problems when nothing else helps! Squalane is an odorless, colorless, non-staining oil that penetrates i...
28th June 2009
Massage involves manipulating the body with pressure, motion, tension, or vibration to facilitate physical, functional and psychological treatment goals. The tissues targeted are skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and connective tissue. Massage oi...
22nd June 2009
Aromatherapy is the holistic method of caring for your body through the use of natural fragrances. Most of these fragrances are essential oils, which are derived from plants, flowers, fruits, roots and leaves. Essential oils have a powerful effect through...
