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HOMEMADE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY GREEN TEA HONEY FACE WASH

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HOMEMADE ANTI-INFLAMMATORY GREEN TEA HONEY FACE WASH

Green tea is amazing for your skin. It’s no secret that I love this awesome ingredient! That’s why I wanted to make a new face wash that made use of green tea. It is great for people with sensitive skin, and it is naturally anti-inflammatory. Plus the green tea can reduce the appearance of pores and make your skin look fresh and happy!

As someone with sensitive skin and redness myself, I like to be careful about what I put on my skin. Making my own face wash helps me to be confident that I know exactly what goes into my products and also know that they are healthy for my skin and most importantly, safe.

This recipe only has natural ingredients that are good for your skin. If you want to know where to buy these ingredients, just click on the name of the ingredient. Here’s why I chose them:

  • Green Tea Powder: 

Full of antioxidants and vitamins your skin needs, anti-inflammatory to reduce redness and irritation, the caffeine in green tea helps tighten skin and reduce the appearance of pores

  • Honey: 

A natural humectant (draws moisture into the skin), naturally antibacterial, full of antioxidants

  • Soapwort Extract:

Has a high concentration of natural saponins (help clean your skin), gentle suds, gentle natural face wash

  • Avocado Oil: 

Full of vitamin E and antioxidants that are healthy for your skin, natural moisturizer

  • Essential Oils: 

Can have different benefits depending on the oil. I used chamomile in this recipe, but lavender, tea tree, and geranium are all also good anti-inflammatory oils.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons soapwort extract
  • 1/2 tsp matcha green tea powder
  • 5-10 drops essential oils

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Mix all ingredients together until thoroughly combined (I mixed with a fork for about 2 minutes)
  2. Transfer to an air tight bottle
  3. To use, wet your skin, apply face wash with clean hands by rubbing in small circles, and wash off  with warm water. It won’t foam a lot but should make a small amount of tiny suds. Read More…….

Also Read: Dark Circles: What Really Causes Them and How to Deal

Dark Circles: What Really Causes Them and How to Deal

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Dark Circles: What Really Causes Them and How to Deal

Periorbital hyperpigmentation, also known as dark circles, is a relatively common condition that many individuals face on a daily basis (no pun intended). Though causes and treatments can vary, fatigue is usually the most common cause.

And while it’d be nice to be able to say getting enough sleep could cure all of your concerns, it’s not always that easy. In fact, there are a multitude of reasons for those pesky dark circles and under-eye discoloration that are causing you grief.

Treating under-eye circles isn’t a one-stop-shop fix. So, I went straight to a pro for answers. Dr. Jennifer Ahdout, board-certified general and cosmetic dermatologist with The Roxbury Institute of Beverly Hills, has spent several years treating patients with varying types of skin conditions. She’s also the recipient of the American Medical Women’s Association Glasgow-Rubin Citation Award for Academic Excellence and the UCLA Chancellor’s Service Award, among others.

I took some time to sit down and discuss some of the causes of under-eye dark circles and to finally get down to the bottom of how to effectively treat them. First, you must look at some of the reasons why someone might experience dark circles. According to Dr. Ahdout, “Understanding the potential causes of under-eye pigmentation is key to a comprehensive approach.”

Identify the Problem First, Then Find the Right Solution

Dark under-eye circles can be caused by a number of environmental, physical and hereditary causes. These may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  1. Allergies
  2. Thin skin (letting visible veins show through as blue circles; this can get worse with age, as you lose some of the fat and collagen around your eyes)
  3. Inflammation
  4. Toxins within the body
  5. Shadows from under-eye bags
  6. Your genetic makeup (eye structure)
  7. Stress/fatigue (often the result of a lack of sleep)
  8. Sun exposure
  9. Cigarette smoking
  10. Rubbing of the eyes/eye area
  11. Hormonal changes

For any these conditions, treatment methods can vary, ranging from topical and internal treatments to lifestyle changes. If you’re unsure about what could be causing your dark circles, it’s worth a trip to your doctor so you can choose the most effective treatment option. Here are some recommendations to help diminish the look of dark circles—categorized by the type of problem.  Read more 

Also read  Hello, Sunshine: Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin D Deficiency

Hello, Sunshine: Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin D Deficiency

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Hello, Sunshine: Everything You Need to Know About Vitamin D Deficiency

I think it’s fair to say most of us know we need vitamin D. After all, we don’t call spending some time in the sun “getting a healthy dose of vitamin D” for nothing. Vitamin D (sometimes affectionately known as the “sunshine vitamin”) is one of the essential vitamins—meaning your body needs it in order to work properly.

But how does sunlight actually turn into vitamin D? And why do we need it, exactly?

Cue the Experts 

Knowing very little beyond the above information (even though I once had a vitamin D deficiency, myself), I reached out to four medical experts to help better explain this vitamin, its functions and some of the risks associated with not getting enough of it. Read on for advice from board-certified dermatologist Alan M. Dattner, MD; Annie Grochocinski, RD, LDN, CNSC at the University of Chicago Medicine; June Hatfield MS, RD, CNSC, LD at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles; and Kathleen Meehan MS, RD, LDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist. (You can read more about each of them at the bottom of this post.)

What does vitamin D do for the body?

While many of its functions are internal, vitamin D also plays a role in skin health and wellness—especially when it comes to aging skin. “Vitamin D helps protect against oxidative damage of the skin,” says Dr. Dattner. It does this by protecting the skin from premature aging—especially in relation to sun exposure. This is why you might see vitamin D used in the topical treatment of psoriasis, says Hatfield. “[It] also regulates the activity of cathelicidin, an antimicrobial protein that promotes wound healing and tissue repair and may modulate the inflammatory responses in the skin.”

Vitamin D plays a vital role in helping the body absorb and maintain a healthy amount of calcium and phosphorus—in order to keep our teeth and bones healthy and strong.   Read more 

Also read  Varicose and Spider Veins

 

 

What to Expect During a Skin Exam (Plus How to Give Yourself a Skin Check at Home)

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What to Expect During a Skin Exam (Plus How to Give Yourself a Skin Check at Home)

What to Expect During a Skin Exam (Plus How to Give Yourself a Skin Check at Home)

So you’ve scheduled your annual check-ins with your doctor, consider adding “skin check” to your to-do list, too! Seeing a dermatologist at least once a year is an important step to maintaining healthy skin.

As dermatologist Dr. Sharyn A. Laughlin, MD explains, “There is no magic age at which you should start getting skin checks. It depends on your skin type, your sun exposure profile, whether you have a history of frequent sunburns, and your family history. Though certain studies show that going through routine skin exams isn’t a 100 percent guarantee that you won’t get skin cancer, having a go-to dermatologist who understands your specific issues is never a bad idea.”

If you haven’t had your body examined from head-to-toe for any suspicious moles, lesions or spots before, now is the right time to do so. Here’s everything you need to know about skin cancer screenings, how to give yourself a skin check and a few other tips on how to keep the largest organ in your body—your skin—safe.

But First, What Is Skin Cancer?

Of the thousands of types of cancer diagnoses someone can receive, the most common one is skin cancer. It’s estimated that between 40 and 50 percent of Americans who live to age 65 will have either basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma at least once, according to SkinCancer.org. In simple terms, skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells and it happens when unrepaired DNA damage to skin cells triggers mutations. Though you can experience skin cancer anywhere on your body, the areas that receive the most exposure to sunlight—like your scalp, face, shoulders and chest—are more at risk than say, your underarms.

What Are the Types of Skin Cancer?

There are dozens of types of skin cancer, all with varying degrees of severity and frequency, but the most common forms are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Here, Dr. Bobby Awadalla M.D., a dermatologist and Mohs Skin Cancer Surgeon in Laguna Beach, CA, explains the difference:

1. Basal Cell Carcinoma

There are more than four million cases of basal cell carcinomas (BCC) each year in the United States, making it the most common type of skin cancer. BCC arises from your epidermis, which is the outer layer of your skin and are typically slow-growing. Though often easier to treat than other forms, Dr. Awadalla says, “If left for an extended period of time, they can have catastrophic consequences, especially on the face.” When you’re on the lookout for possible BCC spots, Dr. Awadalla says to look for a pearly appearance and take special note if the area starts to bleed. If a freckle, mole or spot changes over a few months, see your dermatologist right away.  Read more 

Also read 4 Homemade Face Packs For Combination Skin

4 Homemade Face Packs For Combination Skin

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4 Homemade Face Packs For Combination Skin

While Face Packs For Combination Skin types are easy to whip up, it’s a different ball game with combination skin. Because this type is split into zones that react differently, it needs the right pack that accommodates its many demands. Thankfully, we’ve got the solution with 4 Face Packs For Combination Skin :

1. The cream face pack for combination skin

In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of milk cream, 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of oatmeal and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix well and apply it over your face and neck. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash off with warm water. While cream and honey nourish dry patches on the face, lemon will work on oiliness while oatmeal will soothe the face.

2. The orange peel pack

Collect the peels of a few oranges once you’ve eaten them and dry them in the sun until shriveled and dry. Then grind into a mixture to form a granulated powder and store it in a jar. For your face pack, mix 2 tablespoons of this orange peel powder with 1 tablespoon of curd. Apply it over your face and neck then leave it to dry for 20 minutes. Once you wash it off, you’ll find your face bright and refreshed. For that, thank the magic of revitalizing orange and moisturising curd.

3. The papaya pack

Mash 3 tablespoons of papaya flesh into pulp. To it, add 1 tablespoon of cold milk and 2 drops of almond oil. Combine well and apply it over your face and neck. Once it has dried after 40 minutes, wash away with warm water. Papaya and almond oil will nourish the dry spots intensely while milk will soothe away oiliness and irritation. Read More…………….

Also Read: A Lychee Hydrating Face Mask And Serum Recipe

Is it Possible to Make Yellow Teeth White Again?

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Is it Possible to Make Yellow Teeth White Again?

Many of our daily habits conspire to turn our teeth from white to yellow. The foods we eat, beverages we drink, age, and smoking all cause yellowing over time. The good news is that it’s possible to go from yellow to white teeth and, depending on the method you choose, it can be done quickly or gradually.

Strategies for Dealing with Yellow Teeth

Yellow Teeth There are many ways to slow or reverse the yellowing of teeth, some natural and some performed at the dental office. First, let’s talk a little more about why your teeth turn yellow in the first place.

  • The enamel, or outer layer of your teeth, protects the deeper tooth structure. It is typically colored almost pure white. The layer of tissue below the enamel, called dentin, is a yellow-brown color. As your tooth enamel thins, you appear to have more yellow teeth.
  • Coffee, red wine, tobacco products, and some medications can stain your teeth, as can certain foods. Some foods also wear down the enamel.
  • Excessive fluoride, especially in children.

Poor at-home oral hygiene can also cause yellow teeth, but even if you’re a diligent brusher, flosser, and rinser, you can develop the discolored teeth that come with aging.

So, what can you do? Here are the top solutions.

Dental Remedies for Yellow Teeth

A “bleaching” procedure done by a dental professional is safe, quick, affordable, and the most proven method for whitening teeth. It takes about one or two days to have your custom bleach splints made and then, using a special bleaching agent, you wear the device for 3-4 hours a day. Complete whitening should occur with one to two weeks. After that, you only need to do occasional treatments to keep your teeth white.

Another option is making sure to visit the dental hygienist every six months for deep cleaning to remove tartar build-up. The polishing is done at the end of the procedure often makes your teeth appear brighter. More drastic results, though, require the bleaching process.

A word about at-home whitening kits that include strips, gels, and trays. They can be effective, but they can also contain harsher chemicals that cause harm to the gums and teeth.

Read More

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