Natural Ingredients That Act as Lip Plumpers In recent years, having the perfect pout has been a trend that women have been striving for. But with lip injections costing several hundreds of dollars, having significant lip plump is not something that... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP How well does this article match to you? Ether Air How well does this article match to you? Ether Air
Dry Skin Brushing: Friend or Foe? Dry brushing involves brushing dry skin with a firm, natural bristle brush. Dry brushing has been used in many cultures for centuries to improve skin and overall health. This technique has picked up popularity... Read More Author: Hannah Yan Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Coffee Masks for Rejuvenated Skin Many people all around the world enjoy a hot cup of coffee in the morning. Coffee is not only an energy-booster, but it is used as an ingredient in desserts, sauces, seasoning, and even skin care products! The... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Everything You Need to Know About Gold Face Masks 24k Gold Face Mask Benefits Anti-Inflammatory properties Studies have shown that gold nanoparticles have anti-inflammatory properties. One lab study has shown that gold nanoparticles inhibited the production... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Are You Drinking Enough Water to Hydrate Your Skin? Preserving a youthful appearance and emanating glowing skin are some of the main reasons why most individuals invest in quality skin care. The number of skin care products labeled as anti-aging, skin... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Nails: Gel vs Silk vs Chemical – What is Best? Just like clothes, shoes, and hairstyles, painted nails are another way to enhance one’s appearance. With all the different kinds of manicures available, it can be difficult to choose the best one. ... Read More Author: Hannah Yan Editor: Jennifer Ornelas MD How well does this article match to you? Air Ether How well does this article match to you? Air Ether
What’s the Deal with Charcoal Toothpaste? In today’s day and age where anyone can influence trends, commercials for different products can arrive in short, segmented bursts from multiple different online platforms. The newest circulating topic?... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Jason Derico ND
Rubber Face Masks – the New Secret to Good Skin? Face masks are all the rage now, especially in many countries in Asia where it is not uncommon to find it in most households. If you think putting on scary looking face masks or slathering mud masks on your... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Learn about the Benefits of Sweet Potato for Skin and Hair Sweet potatoes are most well-known for their appearance at Thanksgiving and Christmas when they are covered in marshmallows. Sweet potatoes are root vegetables that are high in many different nutrients,... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Trending: Skin Care For Men With the increasing interest in skin care throughout social media, men are more frequently taking measures to take care of their skin. The use of makeup and skin care products are no longer associated with... Read More Author: Eunice Kim Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
5 Surprising Beauty Remedies with Apple Cider Vinegar Apple Cider Vinegar began being used for medicinal purposes as early as 400 BC when Hippocrates prescribed it for various treatments. It is mainly composed of apple juice, to which yeast is added to ferment... Read More Author: Alexis Meyer Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Persian Inspired Skin Care There are many ingredients and items that are prevalent in everyday Persian life. These items are rich in culture and tradition and are staples in any Iranian household. ROSEWATER (Gol-ahb) The harvest... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Gold Nanoparticles for Acne Treatment Gold has been around for centuries and is known as a symbol of luxury. Tiny particles of gold called nanoparticles are becoming increasingly popular in skin care ingredients. It has even been shown to provide... Read More Author: Alexis Meyer Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Wine Based Skin Care Raise your glass to the newest skin care trend. Red wine is beginning to emerge in skin care products so now we can all reap the benefits of its ingredients by adding it to our own skin care routine. But does... Read More Author: Alexis Meyer Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Is Baby Poop Good For Your Face? Babies are usually breastfed or formula-fed. The diet of the baby – or all of us too – is what essentially determines the size, shape, and form their poop. Right after being born, a baby’s diet consists... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
PRP Vampire Facial: How Does It Work? A recent trend on the rise that has been seen done to celebrities such as Kim Kardashian is known as the “vampire facial”. The medical name for the procedure is platelet-rich plasma facial (PRP) and... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP How well does this article match to you? Air Water Ether Earth Fire How well does this article match to you? Air Water Ether Earth Fire
Does Rose Hip Oil Work for Dry Skin? Oils have become all the rage recently, especially for the skin and hair. The increasing popularity of oils is being followed by the appearance of products containing familiar ingredients such as rose... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD How well does this article match to you? Air Fire How well does this article match to you? Air Fire
Simple Ways to Make Your Eyelashes Grow More Full and Lush It is common for our eyelashes to be smothered with mascara, curled with tools, and even to endure harsh glues from false eyelashes and eyelash extensions. In order to help the eyelashes grow longer,... Read More Author: Tara Ghalambor Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Dead Sea Mud Masks Dead Sea mud masks have been around for quite some time now and are popular amongst people of all skin types. Many companies have come out with their own versions and some spas even have treatments available... Read More Author: Janice Leung , Tammy Wu Editor: Jason Derico ND How well does this article match to you? Air Earth Water Fire Ether How well does this article match to you? Air Earth Water Fire Ether
Sake Extract: An Exotic Ingredient for Skin Care Sake, or Japanese rice wine, has been a part of the Japanese culture for around 2000 years. This alcoholic beverage is often served chilled, hot, or at room temperature according to the person’s... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Carbonated Water on the Skin and Hair Warm weather sure does call for a glass of sparkling water. Did you know that not only could you drink carbonated water, but you could also use it on your skin and hair too! And yes, carbonated... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
What’s in Your Cosmetics? When was the last time you read the ingredient label of a food product you were thinking of buying? Probably the last time you went shopping for groceries, right? You are concerned about what is in your food... Read More Author: Corinna Woodcock Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP How well does this article match to you? Earth Water Fire Air Ether How well does this article match to you? Earth Water Fire Air Ether
Snail Slime for Skin: An Emerging Trend for Beauty Ever thought about slathering snail slime on your face? Snail mucus extract from the Helix aspersa Müller or Cryptomphalus aspersa has been found to be a popular ingredient used in... Read More Author: Tammy Wu Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Skip the Creams! Moisturize with Pure Oils Instead If you browse the skin care aisles at your local grocery store, facial creams are marketed as if they hold the secret to immortality. They claim to reduce wrinkles and restore youth… and maybe they do.... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Fall Dry Skin DIY: Vata Clay Face Masks The Vata Ayurvedic skin type is characterized by being thin, dry and flaky. It can be cold to the touch and sensitive to cold or windy conditions. From an Ayurvedic perspective, fall is Vata season, due to... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP