BEAUTY

The concept of a detox bath does not have a scientific origin and is mostly acknowledged as an anecdotal invention. However, the natural ingredients used in such a bath are credited with healing properties that can benefit the body...

Rubbing alcohol is a solution made up of 70%–90% isopropyl alcohol mixed with distilled water. It is a powerful germicide, disinfectant, cleaning solvent, and pain reliever that is useful to have in a household. Here are some amazing uses...

Rosemary is a medicinal and culinary herb grown in many parts of the world. (1) You may be familiar with its use in the kitchen, but this herb has also been used traditionally for much more than seasoning soups....

Lipoma is a painless lump of fat that forms just underneath the skin – in the subcutaneous tissue that lies between the skin and the underlying muscle. One can even develop multiple lipomas over the course of one’s life,...

Your hair is the most prominent aspect of your appearance and should be cared for accordingly. It is no wonder then that hair care is a multibillion-dollar industry that is constantly coming up with new and innovative solutions for...

The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it gets exposed to a wide range of environmental factors and irritants every day. Sometimes the skin reacts to these irritants and this results in a rash. A rash...

Cholesterol deposits can sometimes form yellow bumps or growths on the eyelids. This skin condition is medically known as xanthelasma palpebrarum. Cholesterol deposits around the eyes are usually a symptom of hyperlipidemia or heart disease. They are yellowish in...

There has been a huge surge in the demand for noninvasive and effective skin care procedures in the past few years. Skin polishing is one of the most popular ones. (1) Skin polishing is an exfoliation procedure performed by...

Niacinamide and glycolic acid (GA) are active ingredients that are widely used in dermatological products for addressing various skin concerns. Each of them works differently on the skin and has its own benefits and side effects. While most of...

Scabs are dark, rough, crusty patches that form over torn skin to protect it from germs and irritants. (1) Without this protective cover, germs, debris, and other environmental toxins can easily enter your body through the open wound to...