Read this post to find the answer to the questions, “Can I put shea butter on my dog?” and “Is shea butter safe for my dog?” When we’re caring for our canine friends, we’ve got to be extra careful not to use irritating substances on them or feed them stuff that they’re not supposed to eat. Dogs can get itchy, dry and irritated skin and if you’re not one to use conventional products on them or are looking for natural alternatives, you might come across using shea butter for dogs. But is shea butter safe for dogs? Shea butter is a natural plant butter that is extracted from the Shea trees, only found in Continue Reading
Homemade Deodorant Spray with Baking Soda
A fan of making your own deodorants? Try this homemade deodorant spray with baking soda! It keeps the stank out, feels refreshing and is totally easy to apply! Deodorant sprays are awfully convenient and when you make your own, it’s even more convenient. You can literally mix up your ingredients in seconds and have a homemade deodorant spray. It contains just a few ingredients but is sure powerful enough to do its job wonderfully! The base ingredients we’ll be using are water-based since this is a spray recipe. Check them out: Witch hazel - A good base ingredient for a spray/roll on deodorant, witch Continue Reading
10 Benefits of Glycolic Acid – Glycolic Acid Hacks for Skin Care
What is Glycolic Acid & Benefits First off, what is glycolic acid? Glycolic acid is simply an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) derived from cane sugar. It’s the most commonly used alpha hydroxyl acid but I’m sure you’ve heard of other AHAs too. Like lactic acid from yogurt, you know? Check out the benefits of glycolic acid listed below: Gently exfoliates dead cells Reduces hyperpigmentation Fades unwanted sun tans Removes blackheads Purifies pores Unclogs blocked pores Improves texture of skin Gets rid of acne scars Brightens skin tone Increases blood circulation to skin cells Continue Reading
DIY Serum for Hyperpigmentation using Licorice Root
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin problem that affects many people. And it’s really expensive to treat at the dermatologist’s. But more and more people are using home remedies to soften hyperpigmentation. It’s unbelievable but simple ingredients like brown sugar and raw honey can make all the difference in the world! Another natural ingredient that is popular for hyperpigmentation is licorice. Yup, that substance used to make those yummy licorice treats like candy cane. It’s actually an herb called licorice root from which licorice powder is extracted. In Ayurveda, a 5000 year old holistic science Continue Reading
Top 5 Natural Astringents for Hair
Are there any natural astringents for hair? Yes! Here are the top 5! Astringents are substances that help remove excess oils from the skin. While astringents are popular for facial skin especially for those with oily skin, they can also be used on the scalp! People who should use astringents on their hair are those who: Have an oily scalp & hair Have dandruff Have an itchy scalp Who work out daily and can’t wash their hair everyday Sweat a lot on the scalp So if you beauties have any of the above issues, then these top 5 natural astringents are for you! I’ll also show you how you can Continue Reading