By Nellie Day
Sunscreens should display their expiration dates somewhere on their bottle, usually on the bottom. If you're having trouble locating the expiration date, check for any series of printed numbers on the bottle. Some sunscreens will list their expiration dates after their lot numbers, meaning that the expiration date may look like this: Lot3978AExp2011/10. If your sunscreen contains a number...
By Barb Nefer
Perfume can be a pleasant enhancement, but if you apply too much it can actually be an annoyance to others. By applying your perfume modestly, you will ensure that your scent is enjoyed by those around you without overwhelming them. Apply the perfume before you get dressed and put on your jewelry. Otherwise, it might mark your clothing with noticeable stains and some types can also stain metals. ...
By Jenny Rae Armstrong
Straightening irons are one of the most versatile hair care tools you can own. They can not only straighten, but curl, smooth and shine hair as well. You can spend anywhere from a couple dollars to a couple hundred dollars on the straightening iron of your choice, but the cheapest drugstore varieties and high-end boutique choices all have one thing in common: They won't work well if...
By Jay Duve
Not only does goat milk make a delicious dairy beverage, but goat milk can also be incorporated into liquid soap. Goat milk soap is renowned for its exfoliating and moisturizing properties. Liquid goat milk soap can also be economical and save you money over store-bought, commercial soap. Learn how to make liquid goat milk soap at home to save money and create interesting, fun gifts for friends...
By Giselle Diamond
Heat and pour soap is often called the lazy person's or cheater's way of making soap. This is because the base of the soap is readily available. What makes heat and pour soap making an interesting project is the versatility of soaps that you can create. You can experiment with many fragrances ingredients and colors and embed flowers or ferns to make the soap look attractive. Heat and pour ...
By Sarah Letts
Self-tanner can give your skin a lovely glow that looks like you've spent time in the sun. Since the sun's rays lead to premature aging and skin cancer, self-tanners allow you to achieved a sun-touched look while keeping your skin safe. If you unevenly apply or over-apply self-tanner, you may wish to remove it. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to remove self-tanner. Use...
By Mark Orwell
Kojic acid was discovered in 1989 in Japan. It is developed naturally by a number of fungi and has been used as a natural skin whitener. It is good for getting rid of spots and other formations on the skin. Kojic acid is a generally safe compound that is used to this day. Kojic acid is composed of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. It is formed from the bond among six carbon atoms, six hydrogen atoms...
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When your body retains water, you may feel bloated and uncomfortable. While eating a healthy, balanced diet reduces the incidence of fluid retention in most people, you can go a step further and increase your consumption of natural diuretic foods when you want to get rid of stubborn water weight. Be aware, however, that if losing weight is your goal, diuretic foods are a temporary solution. In...
By Alicia Bodine
Warts are actually the result of the HPV virus. They are not very appealing to look at and can often cause pain for the infected individual. There are many remedies that a person can try at home that have been known to successfully remove the warts. These methods are very inexpensive. Grab some duct tape for the most well-known wart removal remedy. Measure out a piece of duct tape that fits over ...
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Eye shadow is popular with women from their teens to their retirement years. As far back in history as Cleopatra, who crushed kohl with which to line her eyes, women have tried to enhance their personal beauty by accentuating their eyes with smoky shades and light colors. A few application guidelines can have your eyes looking great all day long. Eye shadow is one of the last makeup products you ...
By Grace Covelli
To put it simply, the best facial cleanser is the one that contains ingredients designed for your skin type. As we age, our skin needs and our skin type changes. Just as the needs of our skin change, so should the skin care products we use. To help you make the right choice when shopping for a facial cleanser, use the guide below to find out what facial cleanser is best for you. For dry skin,...