Skin Care Basics

Natural personal care products are becoming increasingly popular. Natural soaps infused with essential oils offer skin-improving benefits. One of these types of soap is tea tree soap, widely...

For people who choose to undergo a natural face-lift, a variety of natural procedures are available today. Some of the most popular and effective natural face-lifts are termed "facial...

Making a purifying green tea face mask is a simple process. Homemade skin care treatments cost much less than spa trips or commercially available products, which often contain harmful and...

Homemade green tea skin toner is incredibly easy to make, and the benefits of homemade skin care products are numerous. Making your own skin toner can save you a lot of money over buying...

This gentle treatment helps to cure dark circles around the eyes, and also helps to reduce puffiness. I suggest using this treatment for dark circles around the eyes 2-3 times per week for general...

This light lemon facial toner is perfect for any skin types, especially oily skin or mature skin. This lemon toner can be used on sensitive skin as well. If you have any cuts or scratches, I do...

Bags under the eyes can make you look exhausted, undernourished and unhealthy. While there are several retail skin care products that claim to get rid of eye bags, these pricey items are often...

Dark circles under the eyes can cause a person to appear exhausted, undernourished and just plain run down. While there are a variety of retail products that claim to erase dark circles, these...

Dark circles under the eyes can leave a person looking tired and unhealthy. While many retail creams are available that assist in skin care for the eyes, these items are costly, and many times...

there are tons of skin care products out there and that makes it hard to choose the right ones. but one way to start is by choosing herbal products that are all natural and safe. they will not dry...

If you want to look like you have a darker complexion, you may be tempted to head outside into the sunshine for a tan. But with what we now know about skin cancer and aging skin, we know that the...

Extreme bags under the eyes can make a person look aged, exhausted and undernourished. Although surgical procedures are available to permanently remove bags, these are very expensive treatments...

Store-bought self-tanning lotions are fine, if you don't mind putting harsh chemicals on your delicate skin. If you can't even pronounce some of the ingredients listed on the bottle, why would you...

Herbs have long been used to remedy many medical conditions, including issues associated with the eyes. From pink eye to eye strain, there are natural herbs that can quickly heal eye troubles,...

Tea tree oil is an essential oil. It can be used as an antiseptic and as an astringent. Tea tree oil is usually an ingredient in masks that are made for oily skin. Tea tree oil can be toxic if...

In Asia, green tea has been prized for its many health benefits for thousands of years. Green tea is full of antioxidants and has numerous healing elements. The beneficial properties of green tea...

Skin care has gotten so sophisticated you practically need a degree in chemistry to read the labels on most products. This has prompted many people to look for simpler and more natural methods of...

Eye puffiness can be caused by a number of factors from allergies to lack of rest. Eye puffiness can not only make you look drawn and tired, it can be irritating too. By following a few simple...

Baggy eyes can be caused by a number of factors. Allergies, illness, stress and lack of sleep can all contribute to baggy eyes. With a few lifestyle changes, along with some natural quick fix...

Store-bought facial peels contain glycolic acids; the most effective one is alpha hydroxy acid. Although these acids work extraordinarily well at removing dead skin and greasy oils, they can cause...

Bags under the eyes are unpleasant, and can make a person self-conscious about her appearance. There are quite a few remedies for bags under the eyes, from a simple cold compress, to expensive...

Many people experience under-eye bags, and do not know how to get rid of them. In actuality, it is very easy to heal and prevent under-eye bags, without spending a lot of money. Many of the quick...

Kombucha, a fermented tea, has become the darling of the holistic medicine world. Besides being a healthy, vitamin-rich tea, kombucha can be applied topically to the skin and made into an...

Bags under the eyes can be unsightly. There are a few simple cures that can be made inexpensively with natural ingredients. From cucumbers to milk, ice cubes to potatoes, most of the cures for...

Naturally reducing bags under the eyes is easy when you know the right ingredients to use. Under eye bags can be embarrassing, and make the face look aged and worn. With a few simple remedies,...

Natural sunscreen is a gentle and effective method of protecting the skin from sun damage. While commercial products often offer extreme protection, they may cause irritation in some individuals....

It is possible to achieve a totally relaxing and rejuvenating facial at home with homemade products. The recipes I use in my article are very simple and call for the ingredients which are readily...

Native to only one place in the world, tea tree (melaleuca alternifolia) has medicinal properties. According to Holistic Online, tea tree oil is active against three categories of infectious...

When deodorant was invented, bathing was not done very often. Deodorant was used to mask the odor of perspiration. Humans produce one to two pints of sweat, on average, per day. The moisture on...

Home remedies for skin care are simple and effective. No matter the problem, Mother Nature has an ingredient to help and heal any skin condition. All of these ingredients can be used on both the...

Dark circles under the eyes can make you appear tired or stressed out. Sometimes they are temporary, caused by illness or lack of sleep. In some cases, you may have dark circles due to hereditary...

Eyes can become swollen or have dark circles due to allergies, lack of sleep, aging, and exposure to daily pollutants. Using a hot compress on your eyes can reduce swelling, increase the blood...

Making homemade tanning lotion is a breeze. All it takes is a few, inexpensive ingredients that are available at any drug store. Better yet, your homemade tan accelerator will be free of chemical...

With all the chemicals in cosmetics today, and the concerns about how they affect our health and skin, many people are opting to make their own cosmetics. Homemade body lotions are simple to make...

Have you ever had a great night with someone and the next day notice an irritating, shameful, red blotch known as a love bite or hickey? Even though you had fun getting it, it is not as fun...

Nothing makes you look more tired and worn down than dark under eye circles. But what causes them and what can you do to get rid of them forever? There can be several different reasons for your...

Whether we spend too many hours under the Caribbean sun or fail to reapply sunscreen after a long swim, we may spend part of our summer holidays suffering from painful sunburn. While usually not...

Black tea contains tenons and caffeine that can help reduce puffiness under the eyes. Use tea bags to treat puffy eyes with tips from a beauty editor in this free video on facial skin care.

A facial cleanser cleanses away oily build-up and residues from the environment. The properties of the ingredients tones the skin and refreshes its feel. Oftentimes, attention is paid to caring...

We have heard that face is an index of mind they way you think either positive or negative or whatever is going in your mind can be observed from your face. Similarly a clearer skin is a...

Acne, which appears as pimples on the skin, is common and highly treatable. Although over-the-counter and prescription medications show success in acne treatment, many people are interested in...

Soapwort root produces the sudsing action in this organic liquid soap which contains no lye, soap or detergent. The natural bubbling is enhanced by glycerin and coconut oil, which are mild and...

Aloe vera lotion has many different uses, including hydrating dry skin, treating burns, and soothing and healing irritated or damaged skin. Most store-bought lotions contain harmful additives and...

Do you enjoy sunbathing but hate having sunburns? Learn how you can effectively get rid of sunburns in a quick and fast way!

It’s a well-known fact that drinking tea (internal use) is very good for you, health-wise. Whether it’s herbal, regular black or Chinese green tea, this miracle liquid can: Lower blood pressure...

Many of the skincare products we buy at stores today are full of harsh chemicals that can be detrimental to skin health. Why not go the natural route and use products that are gentle and soothing?...

Store-bought tanning lotions have chemicals that can protect your body from harmful UVA and UVB rays. These tanning lotions may also irritate your skin because of those very chemicals that are...

Considered a very healing homemade bubble bath, this recipe uses no soap or detergent. Soapwort root is known for cleansing body, hair and natural fabrics in a very gentle manner that leaves...

Tea tree essential oil (Melaleuca alternaifolia) was used in Australia for many years by the Bundjalund aborigines for cuts and wounds. While the Aborigines used the leaves from the tree, today an...

Have you ever priced out body scrubs at the department stores? Scary! I'll show you how to make skin softening scrubbing stuff for cheap.