Science of Facial Masks and Facial Clay Both mud and clay masks have many benefits to the skin when applied. Facial masks are often used in spa treatments and can also be purchased at stores for use at home. There are a wide variety of mud and clay... Read More Author: Janice Leung Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD How well does this article match to you? Earth Fire Water How well does this article match to you? Earth Fire Water
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
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
Facial Masks from the Garden Fresh plant masks are a great way to revive the skin! Using plants from your garden for a facial at home can be such a treat for your skin. The freshness of the plant feels completely different from using... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP 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
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
DIY Face Mask: Balancing Oily Skin During Kapha Season It’s kapha season in the northern hemisphere, which means it’s cool, damp, and the energy surrounding us is heavy. The kapha dosha in Ayurveda is made up of the elements earth and water,... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP
5 Simple Steps to a Meditative Home Spa Maybe you’re pressed for time, on a budget or prefer to pamper yourself at home… whatever the case, here are some tips to spoil yourself! As a mama, mama to be, a woman, or heck, a member of the... Read More Author: Anais Foley-Kennedy
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
Facial Rejuvenation DIY: Shatavari Mask Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) introduced facial rejuvenation treatments during the Zhou dynasty (1121-770 B.C.). The earliest Chinese herbal book to include facial rejuvenation is the Divine Farmer’s... Read More Author: Paz Vizcarra MSTCM LAc, Raja Sivamani MD MS AP