Body Care

Fragrance oils are used in the making of a variety of products, including soap, lotions, candles and bath treatments. The Food and Drug Administration has limited authority over fragrance oils...

Perfume oils hold a rich place in perfume history. Their use predates alcohol-based fragrance by thousands of years. Scented oils date from a time in which beauty rituals, healing techniques and...

Making your own body spray fragrance may be easier than you think. What smells sweet and floral to one person may seem cloying to another, or may even cause headaches. With these differences in...

Woman and beauty are two sides of the same coin. Beauty is external and internal both. For external beauty, woman uses cosmetics, perfume is one of its own kind. In ancient time woman used sandal...

Perfume has been used since ancient times for religious purposes and for burial rites. In the 14th century when bathing was considered unhealthy, wealthy people used large amounts of heavy...

Fragrance oils are often used for making perfumes, candles and soaps, bath oils, body lotions, and other aromatic products that may contact the skin. However, sensitive skin types or persons...

We live in a fragrant world: From the natural scent of pine in the outdoors to the breezy air-fresheners in a climate-controlled office, our noses are endlessly cajoled and intrigued. But not all...

Human pheromone perfume has become increasingly popular for singles and even married couples looking to spice up their love life. But does it really work? According to a study reported in the “New...

Walk into any department store and one of the first things you'll likely notice is the aroma of the fragrance counter. Conventional fragrances can contain harsh synthetic ingredients that can...

Body sprays are a nice way to freshen up before a meeting or after a busy day. A spritz or two of body spray will give you a light, clean fragrance without having to douse yourself in overwhelming...

Ashy skin is a slang term for dry, itchy skin that looks dusty and/or chalky. It could be seen anywhere but most commonly on the legs, arms, and feet, especially around the heels of the feet. A...

One of Chanel's most popular fragrances, Allure Sensuelle blends the original Allure perfume with a mix of spices, fruits, and florals. Reportedly, the goal of Chanel's Allure Sensuelle perfumer...

All About Eve was a best-selling designer fragrance for Generation X and remains a favorite among some women. This apple-based scent is refreshing, sweet without being floral and offers a...

Celebrity perfumes tantalize you to buy before you even smell them--especially if your favorite star is behind the smell. Celebrity fragrances usually don't come cheap, especially when they first...

Body Butter is a luxurious treatment used to moisturize skin year round. Made from a variety of oils and butters, body butter can be made at home using affordable ingredients. Whether you want to...

Dusting powder is part of the after-bath ritual for many people. Commercial dusting powders are available, but they can be much more expensive than making your own. There are also concerns about...

Egyptian musk is an exotic fragrance that has been used as perfume for a long time, and is often used as a base for other scents. The top notes of patchouli and rose are common in nearly all...

Choose your favorite scent or combination of scents to make your very own scented fragrance oil. Use your scented fragrance oil as a massage oil or as a perfume. Or apply a few drops of the...

Here is a recipe for making your own body oil. This oil is especially good for use a after a shower or bath.

Make your own scented or unscented massage lotion. A massage is a calming and skin soothing treatment. You can even add your own favorite fragrance. Having a massage with your own homemade massage...

At the end of a long, hard day, a soak in a warm bath is inviting. It is a relaxing and restorative treat for many people. To make it even more invigorating, you can add a homemade bath ball to...

Bath and Body Works was founded in 1990 in New Albany, Ohio. The retailer specializes in fragrant creams, lotions, body sprays, bath items and home-fragrance products. The stores are scattered...

Fizzing bath products are super popular in stores but usually come with a super price tag. It's easy to make your own moisturizing bath fizzies for gifts and personal use.

Making your own perfume is a fun way to create your own signature scent. Most scents in the store are easily recognizable and people will be able to tell what store you bought them at just by...

Don't buy perfume just to try it out. There are plenty of ways to find free samples without the hassle of having unused bottles laying around the house. Get great ideas of how to get free samples...

For moist and supple skin on their hands, most women turn to a cream or lotion designed specifically for the hands. But with literally hundreds filling the pharmacy shelves, it's difficult to buy...

It seems like every month there is a hot new Fragrance coming out onto the market. Many Celebrities sell perfume that is not only almost impossible to find when it first comes out, but it can...

Baskets full of bath goodies are popular gifts for bridal showers, wedding presents, housewarming parties, anniversaries, baby showers and other special occasions. Many people love giving and...

As a person trying to simplify their life style- I have given up my little extras that made my life wonderful and emptied my pocketbook. One the extras I missed the most was sugar scrub for...

If you have aching, tired feet then you need to exfoliate them. The exfoliating scrubs found at retail stores are highly perfumed and expensive. They're also filled with many chemicals. You can...

Layering a scent is the process of combining a number of different products of the same fragrance to create a longer lasting effect while not becoming too overpowering. Not only will you pamper...

Spa, just the word relaxes the body and mind. going to a spa and spending hours relaxing can cost a bob. so why not create your own spa at your own budget and open hours all day long.

Not your average bath salt recipe.

Solid bubble bath, also known as bubble bars in some high end soap shops, is super easy to make and gives you loads of fluffy bubbles. If the stress of the holiday season is getting to you, put...