Tea tree oil: a natural remedy for more than just acne

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What is tea tree oil? Tea tree oil is most commonly used as an alternative for acne treatments compared to harsh chemical based products on drug store shelves today. It is collected from the leaves of the Australian Melaleuca Alternafolia tree and therefore is also called melaleuca oil. YOUR TEA TREE OIL SHOPPING LIST! The Soap Works Tea Tree Oil Soap    St.Ives Clear … [Read more...]

Avoiding bug bite scars and repelling them naturally

Avoiding and preventing bug bite scars in summer

Summer is finally here! Warm weather, sandals, sun, beaches, bbqs, and the longer days; who can complain, right? Well let’s not forget that with this wonderful warm temperature come insects bites and bee stings. You know what I’m talking about; the mosquito bites, bee stings, spider bites, should I go on? And of course, they leave ugly marks on our skin. Shopping List (we did the … [Read more...]

Healthy sunshine and Vitamin D – why we all need the exposure more than we think

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For most of history, human beings have lived outdoors. In modern times, at least in the West, most of our time is spent indoors. This new lifestyle encloses us and shelters us away from the sun, which results in less Vitamin D - something we naturally receive from sun exposure, go figure. Shopping List  (we did the work for you)   Caltrate Calcium & Vitamin D Gummy … [Read more...]

Henna as a natural hair dye: keeping your hair shiny and free of chemicals!

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There are many benefits of using henna as a hair dye. It helps condition your hair by locking in its natural oils and tightening cuticles. You will be left with rich, healthy hair that will have great shine! While traditional forms of hair dye are being scrutinized as potentially cancerous, henna is a natural product without harmful ingredients and chemicals, and has been used for centuries. That … [Read more...]

How to avoid foot fungus when going barefoot

how to avoid foot fungus when barefoot

One of the most embarrassing moments in life is realizing that you may have foot fungus; also known as athlete’s foot. Most people are embarrassed to talk about it or to even go out with open-toe shoes. One thing to keep in mind is that you are not the only one out there that may have this problem. Amazingly, there are plenty of people that fall into your boat. Although it is not hard to get … [Read more...]

Stronger Nails are only minutes away

stronger nails are only minutes away

Have you ever wondered why the girl next you has long beautiful nails? Have you ever had the problem of growing your nails and then they chip or break right when they start looking great? What about weak nails that constantly break or chip when you apply any pressure at all? The biggest and main reason for having weak and brittle nails is too much exposure to water. If you expose your … [Read more...]

How sweating is good for our skin

Haven’t you wondered why after a great workout your skin feels smoother? Why you have less acne and fewer breakouts? We have all heard the health benefits of exercising and how a regular exercise routine can benefit us. What about exercising and how it affects your skin? Daily exercise can be extremely beneficial to your overall skin health and it can also help clear your acne! Many people … [Read more...]

11 ways to have shiny, conditioned hair in winter

long shiny hair in winter

 Shopping List  (we did the work for you)   ALTERNA BAMBOO Smooth Anti-Frizz Conditioner  SBT Seabuckthorn Shampoo    Dormer Z-Plus Medicated Shampo    Klorane Citron Pulp Shampoo with Vitamins Have you ever noticed in the cold winter months your hair seems to be drier? You're not alone! Indoor heating and dry weather contribute to hair damage during … [Read more...]