By Hala Dodhia
Evening primrose oil is a herbal supplement that is rich in fatty acids. It naturally contains linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), that help maintain optimal optimal health, especially for the skin, hair, bones, metabolism and reproductive health. Because our body cannot produce it, supplements are necessary. Evening primrose oil contains one of the highest concentrations of GLA...
By Rena Sherwood
Psoriasis is an incredibly annoying skin condition leaving red patches, thick crusts of dead skin and itchiness. It is also thought to be a symptom of an impaired immune system. Emus are large flightless birds that live in Australia. Oil made from the fat of these birds has been claimed to help many skin conditions, including psoriasis. Because this is made from an animal, vegetarians and vegans ...
By R. Lindley
Discovering a hairstyle that fits your personality and lifestyle is a process of elimination. Whether you prefer a short uncomplicated bob or a long luxurious mane, you will likely try multiple styles before you find one that suits you. Changing your hair color is another trial and error process as you try to complement your skin tone while enhancing your overall appearance. Fortunately, you can...
By Trisha Bartle
Whether it's for your newborn baby girl or your own hair, hair bows are a great accessory. When you make your own hair bows, you can create hair accessories that can match all your outfits. These homemade hair bows make great gifts for your family and friends. Some people even sell their creations on the Internet. Find ribbon you like. Polka dot patterns work well for hair bows. You can find ...
By Samantha Cabrera
There is no hard evidence that dying hair during pregnancy is harmful to our health or that of the fetus. Most doctors advise against it, but no studies done by the FDA have suggested a link between hair dye and difficult pregnancies or childbirth. The argument against dying during pregnancy is that chemicals can seep into the bloodstream via the scalp. Nevertheless, you may want to take your...
By SKetcham
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to good health, but cannot be manufactured by the body. Because of this, they must be obtained through diet or supplementation. Even though omega-3 fatty acids are natural, they may still cause side effects. Most side effects are the result of taking omega-3 in supplement form. Omega-3 fatty acids do not cause significant side effects in most people, but the...
By Mark Orwell
We put sunscreen on in order to protect our skin from the potentially harmful UV rays of the sun. Just what is in sunscreen, though, that makes it so protective? The following are the most common ingredients found in sunscreen. They have all been known to help protect the skin from UV rays in one way or another. Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound that is manufactured and added to many...
By Jeanette Ponder
The right hair color will enhance the appearance and look natural unless it's something dramatic and candy-colored that's meant to be fun. There are several considerations when purchasing hair color or getting color done at the salon. Keep these tips in mind when going for a color change. It pays to think about how the color will work with your lifestyle. A Wall Street trader probably...