The Skin Care Culture

Exfoliation happens regularly in a good self/skincare regimen. Some people do it once, or twice, or if you have oily skin you may have probably heard that you could even dare to do it up to three times a week. By exfoliating your skin you are removing the build-up of dead skin cells and any … Read more

If you decided to read this article, chances are that you have tried using homemade remedies to treat a certain skin concern. Were you surprised when it didn’t work for you, or perhaps even aggravated your concerns even after a famous beauty guru swore it did miracles for their skin? Have you wondered if you may … Read more

Zinc is an important nutritious mineral found in our body that protects the immune system and metabolism function by fighting off harmful cells and bacteria. This superstar mineral is also thought to help keep you healthy by reducing illnesses, preventing colds, and being extremely important for wound healing. But zinc has also been studied for … Read more

Direct-high frequency is considered a timeless rejuvenating treatment for the skin. The first high-frequency appliance was developed in the late 1800s by the renowned scientist Nikola Tesla and he originally named it “Violet Ray” due to the purple gas it was producing. At that time it was specifically used for medical purposes to treat infections … Read more

Our skin is a fussy thing, and no matter how much we invest in it and try to keep it flawless, it always seems like we are missing something. It panics and freaks out during the cold winter months, and it does pretty much the same during the warm time of the year, bringing on … Read more

If you are on my website, reading this article, chances are that you are someone that spends a good deal of time examining your skin. That is admittingly something you and I have in common. Be it because we are fishing for results from the face mask we used last night, tweeze a tiny brow … Read more

If you shave then you most likely have dealt with razor burn. Shaving is an easy, fast, and affordable way to remove unwanted hair, but it can cause redness, irritation, and bumps on your skin. Razor burn can occur anywhere you shave and have annoying side effects. Read on to learn how to get rid … Read more

Periorbital hyperpigmentation, otherwise known simply as dark circles under the eyes is a commonly encountered condition. It is a dreaded condition that affects millions of people and while it is not potentially dangerous, it is still dreaded by many as it can make a person look older than they really are or just constantly look … Read more

Fungal skin infections are common throughout much of the natural world. In humans, fungal infections occur when an invading fungus takes over an area of the body and starts to spread. Fungal infections can be caused by many different types of fungi, including yeasts. While rarely serious or life-threatening, fungal infections can be quite itchy … Read more

According to many different internet sources, apple cider vinegar is constantly being promoted as an ancient remedy that has been used as a cure by many cultures and has stood the test of time. Some even go as far as calling it the “golden nectar” or the “miracle ingredient” for all health-related problems you may … Read more

Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that transiently accelerates your levels of alertness, attention, and physical energy. It is derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which is native to South America and grows in places like Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia. The processing of this drug involves many other chemicals and cocaine is cut with … Read more

Whether you like them or absolutely dread them, tattoos are here to stay. Literally.  While tattoos have been around for some time now, with firm evidence showing that tattooing is an ancient art, there are still divided opinions on how good or bad it is to get a tattoo. There are several countries in the world … Read more

When I think of spa days, all I would think of how expensive they could be, however, they don’t always have to be that way because you can have your own right at home! I feel that spa days are essential when it comes to pampering yourself. Once you successfully had a spa day, you’ll … Read more

I know it, you know it, and everyone else knows it. Sugar is just bad for our health and there is way too much scientific research and studies that have been done to prove this. But even besides that, many of us still rely on quick, processed foods to replace our meals and give us … Read more

Have you ever noticed that your skin suddenly starts acting up when you’re stressed? Acne breakouts, flare-ups, and rashes tend to become worse when you are going through a stressful period and this is quite a common occurrence. I am quietly sipping on my glass of water while I’m putting the words I want to … Read more

Nothing says summer quite like sweating profusely in the scorching heat. The heat continually gets in the way of our beauty game in summer, and we all know how this can make us look like a hot mess every once and again. And while we are all set and ready for yet another hot summer, … Read more

Summer is our favorite time of the year for many reasons. We can all agree that life is easy in the summer. You can just throw your hubby’s t-shirt on after having a shower and walk around the house in your underwear all day long. In our minds, summer is regarded as the season of … Read more

Our skin starts to show signs of premature ageing as we enter our 20s. The free radical damage of pollution and sun causes the cells that produce collagen in our skin to break down. The skin starts to lose elasticity and wrinkles and spots may appear due to sun damage. This becomes much harder and … Read more

To many of us, the thought of putting oils on our faces brings a really bad breakout image to mind. Facial oils are an old-school beauty secret that can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Indians, and Chinese that have been using essential oils for medicinal and spiritual purposes as well as beauty … Read more

Your face is the most uncovered area of your body and it is always out on the open, exposed to the elements such as sun, wind, and cold. These environmental factors are always present and are actively damaging and disturbing our skin. The most prominent environmental factor leading to skin ageing is our sun & … Read more

Coconut oil in the skincare community is considered to be something of a miracle beauty product and several studies have shown that coconut oil is beneficial for skin’s health. This is one of the few products that you don’t really hear a bad word about and it is often used as the main ingredient in … Read more

Dermaplaning is a form of exfoliation that is quickly picking up its popularity in the beauty world due to the amazing and instant results it gives. Dermaplaning is a professional procedure that involves a sharp tool that is used to scrape off the top layer of the skin, which allows for the dead skin cells … Read more

Our skin is a peripheral organ, and what this means is that it is at the very bottom of the priority list when it comes to the distribution of nourishing ingredients because tissue regeneration is more important for internal organs. This also means that due to being the only organ that is exposed to the … Read more