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Skin Research Spotlight: Tea Tree Oil For Acne

Acne (acne vulgaris) is one of the most commonly experienced skin conditions during our teen years and young adulthood. Lately, as people have begun demanding more natural treatments for acne, researchers have...

Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo

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Natural Remedy Research: Kanuka Honey for Rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily flares on the face. Those of us who struggle with rosacea will typically experience facial redness caused by superficially dilated blood...

Author: Hadar Lev-Tov MD MAS, Ramses Delgadillo

Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola): The New Beauty Herb on the Block

Having trouble with hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, moisture, or even cellulite? Centella asiatica extract is an ingredient you may want to consider looking for in your skincare product today! Centella asiatica...

Author: Tammy Wu

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Herbal Facial Steams

Facial Steams are used to bring warm moisture to the skin and open the pores. Adding herbs to facial steams increases the benefits, depending on the qualities of the herbs used. Herbs that are antibacterial,...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Editor: Jivome Content Team

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Cooling Massage Oil Recipe for Warmer Months

Did you know that your choice of skin care products can increase or decrease the amount of heat and irritation in your body? When it is hot outside, use cooling oils to help balance the summer heat and make...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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Is Black Salve a Good Natural Treatment for Skin Cancer?

Skin Cancer Scenario A 32-year-old woman, Cindy, presented to her doctor with a melanoma on her right arm in March. Cindy is a single mother, with three children, and works a minimum wage job. Her doctor told...

Author: Summer Ghaith

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

10 Ways to Soothe a Sunburn

With summer quickly approaching, it is important to prepare and treat your skin for the warm weather and abundant sun exposure that it may get. There are so many skin types and skin tones, and everyone’s...

Author: Andrea Leung

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

DIY Sore Muscle Relief Oil and Tea

Sore muscles occur when we have pushed our muscles beyond their normal limits. While this is a necessary process in training our muscles to become stronger, the discomfort is no fun and can last up to 5 days....

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Turmeric: An Anti-inflammatory Herb

Turmeric is an extremely popular herb that is used in hundreds of recipes. It is most well-known for coloring rich Indian curry. This spice not only tastes great, but provides some powerful health advantages,...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD

Is Turmeric Good for My Skin?

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a yellow spice that has been used as a healing herb in Ayurvedic medicine and in many Asian cuisines. Scientific studies have shown that turmeric plays a powerful role as an...

Author: Niel Panchal

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Natural Remedies for Eczema

Many people all over the world suffer from eczema with symptoms ranging from tolerable to severe. There are many different medications that can be prescribed to treat eczema but sometimes they can be expensive...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Matcha Tea: A Japanese Secret to Health

Matcha is a bright green powder that is traditionally made in Japan by finely grinding entire tea leaves. In recent years, the popularity of matcha tea has increased dramatically and it can be found all over...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Can Caffeine Improve Your Workout?

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the United States. Many enjoy the light buzz from drinking a cup in the morning before work but that buzz might also help in the gym. Coffee contains high amounts of...

Author: Caitlyn Dagenet

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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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...

Author: Alexis Meyer

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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...

Author: Tammy Wu

Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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Tea Based Herbs for Asian Skin Care You Don’t Want to Miss

There has recently been a rise in products featuring the oil or extract of the Camellia family of plants as the main star. The majority of the products use the leaf extract from the green tea plant Camellia...

Plant Exfoliators

With the signing of the Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015, these tiny plastic beads were promptly banned from toothpaste, body washes, cleansers, and other hygiene products in the United States. The upshot? An...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Herbal Tinctures for Clear Skin

Herbal medicine approaches the skin from the inside out. Unless there is an external irritant, skin issues are usually considered to be due to an internal imbalance that must be corrected. This can be caused...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Herbal Tea for Hydrated Skin Recipe

Has the summer sun left your skin in need of moisture? Demulcent herbs help the skin and tissues to better hold moisture. This easy to make, overnight infusion is simple to make. To see results, you will need...

Author: Amy Branum AHP

Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP

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Antioxidant Packed Teas for Sun Fun

Traditional cultures around the world have had a respect and natural concern for sun protection. In warmer climates, cultures have covered up their body with clothes that protect from the sun. Additionally,...

Author: Joseph Alban MS LAc

Editor: Jivome Content Team

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Oats: Skincare’s Best Kept Secret

You may have heard that oats are beneficial to heart health. Or perhaps you know oats as your children’s favorite breakfast food. Oats are beneficial to our health both inside and out. Science explains some...

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Flower Essences for Positive Body Image

Positive body image can have a huge impact on our self esteem. It’s in our nature to feel that the ideal “attractive” look is what’s being promoted in advertisements and publications....

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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