Natural Skin & Hair Care Articles

Natural Skin & Hair Care Articles

Brendita's articles are written with the knowledge that nature generously offers us everything we need to care for, protect and nourish our skin, hair and body.

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Are UV Nail Lamps Safe?

UV nail lamps have recently become available for sale to home consumers. With their increased popularity health concerns have been raised over their safety. The question is: do the bulbs emit a high and therefor unsafe dosage of UV light?

High Porosity Hair - Finding the Right Identity for Your Hair Type

Is your hair always dry? Is it tangled, frizzy or puffy? Is your hair unevenly moisturized? Do you have split ends? These could be signs that your hair is overly porous. There can be several reasons why your hair is too porous but generally the solution is to deep condition regularly.

How to Properly Deep Condition with the Hair Therapy Cordless Heat Cap

Is daily conditioning the same as deep conditioning? This article (and video) illustrate why the two are very different and how you can use the Hair Therapy Cordless Heat Cap to properly deep condition.

Humectants For Hair - Natural Aloe and Glycerin Moisturizers Work With Humidity To Prevent Frizz

If you feel that your hair is rough, dry, flyaway or frizzy, it is probably lacking moisture. But water alone is not going to save it. This article focuses on the proper way to prevent your hair from drying out using humectants and natural moisturizers.

Minutes Before You Burn, How Long Can You Last In The Sun And Still Be Safe

If you think that a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 means that you can be in the sun for 15 hours, think again! This article explains what SPF really means in the real world.

Preventing Hyperpigmentation is Easier than You Think

We've all heard "An apple a day will keep the doctor away." Let's apply this proverb to your skin: "Sunscreen a day will keep hyperpigmentation away." Does this sound too easy to be true?

Static Hair - How to Stop and Get Rid of Static Electricity

Static, flyaway hair is a condition that is much easier to get rid of than most people think. To stop it, you only need to do two things: reduce friction and increase moisture. This may sound like an over simplification but it really isn't. This article explains how static electricity occurs in hair and what you can do to get rid of it.

Three Simple Techniques To Figure Out How Much Sunscreen You Really Need

Just because the label on the sunscreen bottle brags about its super high SPF does not mean that you are protected. This article gives you three easy to remember techniques that you can use to always apply the right amount of sunscreen.

You can Fight Acne With a Chemical Peel As Long As You Do It Right

Not only is a chemical peel effective at getting rid of acne, but it's easy to do yourself and it can be done in less than an hour. This article tells you how you can get the most out of your facial peel.

Glycolic Acid Acne Treatment - Adult Acne Skin Care Using AHA

Glycolic acid can be used to super charge the skin's natural cell renewal process by gently loosening the outer layer of dead skin cells on the skins surface, revealing the smooth, radiant skin beneath.

Is Facial Toning Really Necessary Or Can You Live Without It?

This article answers three basic questions about facial toners: What is a facial toner and what does it do? Is toning really necessary or can you live without it? What are the best ingredients in a facial toner?

Preventing Pimples and Getting Rid of Acne Scars with an Aspirin Wash (Salicylic Acid)

Do you suffer from pimples or you need to get rid of some acne scars? Well, you're not alone. Here is a video demonstration on how you can do just that - with an aspirin wash that uses salicylic acid from crushed aspirin or salicylic acid from organic black willow bark.

Anti Aging Skin Products

What are the best anti aging skin products? As the expression goes: "the proof of the pudding is in the eating'' meaning that the only way to know if something is really worthy, successful or effective is to test it.

Baby Sunblock Products - What Parents Need to Know in Order to Make an Informed Decision

For those of you who are parents and are looking to protect their baby from the sun, but are unsure as to what makes a good sunscreen, this article provides important information that will help you make an informed decision.

Benefits of Squalane For Natural Skin Care

Squalane (also referred to as squalene) is a perfect addition to any natural skin care regimen. This article explains what it is and where it comes from, why it is used in skin care products and how it works to treat dry skin and other conditions.

Daily Conditioning is Essential For Maintaining Healthy Hair So Deep Condition Your Hair Properly

Deep conditioning should not be confused with daily conditioning. A restorative, repairing deep conditioning treatment is absolutely ESSENTIAL for healthy hair.

Dead Sea Mineral Mud - How to Accelerate Skin Regeneration and Improve Circulation

The Dead Sea has a rich history going back to Biblical times. Historians have written that it was the location of one of the world's first health resorts. Even today, the Dead Sea is renowned as a valuable source of non-soluble clays, carbonates, and organic compounds.

Diet and Acne Treatments: Why Are Certain Populations Acne Free?

It was once thought that diet did not play a significant role in acne and that instead, genetic predisposition was the primary factor. But numerous studies appear to indicate that there is a connection between acne and certain diets.

Dry, Cracked Or Calloused Feet - Simple Treatments

It is definitely possible to have soft, smooth and healthy feet. It just takes a little attention, the right tools and proper cream. This article provides information on how to soften your weary feet and at the same time, relieve a little stress.

Facial Steaming For Clear Pores - Use Organic Herbs Effectively and Safely

Facial steaming helps to improve blood circulation and softens the skin. It is also an excellent way to deliver the all natural benefits of each herb to the skin in a gentle, safe and effective manner.

Fruit Enzymes For Sensitive Skin - A Gentle Alternative

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are a great way to loosen the proteins that bind dead and damaged cells to the surface of the skin. However, certain skin types cannot tolerate high levels of AHAs. Fruit enzymes dissolve pore clogging proteins, so they are an excellent alternative for those who have sensitivities to AHAs.

Green Washing - Are Consumers Being Mislead?

Many manufacturers of household, skin and hair care products intentionally mislead consumers by using words and descriptions that suggest that a product is chemical free or "natural". This relatively new phenomenon is referred to as "green washing".

Growing Pains - Make a Transition From Relaxed to Natural Hair

Think back to your childhood weekends when you'd get your hair unbraided, shampooed, greased up and rebraided for school the next week. If you were like me, you will remember being SO envious of your girlfriends' straightened hair.

Heat Damaged Hair Can Be Avoided If You Take Precautions Before Using A Curling Or Flat Iron

Many "protective" hair styling products promise to keep hair safe from the high temperatures of heated styling tools. If the product contains a liquid with a low boiling point (water, aloe juice) you risk making a bad situation worse.

Help For Dry Hair and Frizz - Deep Condition without Silicone

Hair looks and feels dehydrated when it lacks internal weight. The cortex (center) of dry hair is "empty", for lack of a better word. Dehydrated hair is desperate for moisture and it will suck it in from where ever it can find it. Weekly use of a deep conditioner will strengthen weak tresses and will give your hair the protein it needs to repair itself.

Hyperpigmentation Treatment - Two Effective Methods

Hyperpigmentation is a general term used to describe skin cells that are darker than their surrounding cells. This condition is very common and effective remedies are highly sought after by those who suffer from "blotchy" skin. This article describes two methods that can be used to alleviate dark spots, sun spots and acne scars.

Salon Treatments and Facial Spas At Home: Cost Saving Methods for Hair and Skin Care

The personal attention and pampering you receive at a spa or salon cannot be duplicated but, the results of such treatments can easily be replicated at home.

Long Lasting Color - Get the Most Out of Your Hair Dye

If you color your hair, you already know that it is most vibrant for those few days in between the actual coloring process and your first post color shampoo. Whether your hair is colored with a demi, semi or permanent color at home or at a salon, there are a few simple things you can do to keep your color vibrant longer.

Moisturizing Treatment For Dry Skin - Go Organic

Does your skin feel dry when you wake up? Is it still hydrated from the moisturizing treatment you applied the day before? Has your body moisturizer improved the texture of your skin? If the answer to these questions are "no", here are a few tips that will keep your skin hydrated, improve its overall texture and appearance and most of all, improve the health of your skin.

Multi-Tasking Beauty Products - How to Get the Most From Your Moisturizers, Toners and Masques

Even though there are SO many "specialized" lotions and potions for nearly every inch of your skin, it isn't necessary to buy different products for each and every body part.

Oily Skin Treatment Using Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Mineral Mud and Plant Extracts

It's important to think about what may be causing your oily skin so that you can do something about it. Maybe it's genetic or hormonal or perhaps it is diet related. Your skin may simply be irritated because of a harsh cleanser or chemical. This article lists a few of the main causes of oily skin and it provides ideas on how to treat it using natural products.

Organic Toner Skin Products - Natural Ingredients Play an Essential Role

Whether you are fighting acne, treating congested pores, dull skin or chronic dryness, toning the skin is an often over looked, yet critical component of a skin care regimen.

Reed Diffuser - An Essential Choice For Aromatherapy

It isn't a surprise why reed diffusers have gained such popularity. In the past, the only way to scent a room was to burn a scented candle, light incense or use a chemical based room freshener.

Seasonal Skin Care - Get Ready For a Spring Cleaning

A common mistake made by many people is to use the same skin care regimen year round. Changes in the weather necessitate changes in your skin care routine.

SLS Free Shampoo - Drop the Sulphates and Go Natural

SLS (Sodium Laureth Sulphate) is commonly found in many commercial hair products. However, there are plenty of naturally derived alternatives to SLS that produce close to the same results, if not better.

Sulfates and Parabens - Beware of the Potential Dangers

You have undoubtedly heard about the potential dangers of parabens. What, you may ask yourself, is a paraben and why is it used in skin and hair products? Studies have shown that they are linked to the development of several forms of breast cancer. So if it is a potentially dangerous preservative, then what are the safe alternatives?

The Best Anti Aging Product Is One That Prevents Sun Damage And PhotoAging

There are a multitude of reasons why women get wrinkles, but they all pale in comparison to one main factor: sun damage. As we grow older, our skin becomes thinner, more fragile and easily susceptible to environmental damage.

Using Honey in Natural Skin and Hair Products

It is said that even Cleopatra herself used honey as a natural skin moisturizer. It' no wonder: raw honey is renowned for its antibacterial and moisturizing properties, making it an ideal ingredient for organic skin and hair care products.

Whipped Shea Butter - Quality Body Butters Verses Water Based Lotions

This article describes the ingredients and processes used to make quality whipped body butter products. It explains where shea butter comes from, how to best incorporate it into a skin cream, what are its greatest benefits as well as the types of skin conditions that it is known to treat.