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It needs to be said: Most lotions are a waste of money. I say this as someone who understands the intent behind selecting certain ingredients for the skin. We put on lotion to moisturize our skin and we expect the lotions we buy to include the ingredients to do that. But is lotion good for your skin? Not always. Here's where lotion falls short and why body butter is a better, more economical option. Ingredients in lotion that dry out the skinImagine putting on lotion and ending up ashier than you were before. You've experienced this if you've ever used a low-quality lotion. We don't have to name names.
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Activated charcoal is everywhere these days, especially when considering the activated charcoal benefits for skin. With such a variety of uses, what does it do for the skin? Let's explore the activated charcoal benefits for skin to make it make sense. Activated charcoal advantagesActivated charcoal comes from the same charcoal that we barbeque with. Charcoal becomes activated when high temperatures combine with gas to expand the charcoal's surface area. The result is highly porous charcoal that acts like a sponge. Because it's so porous, activated charcoal acts as a magnet to remove toxins from the body. It's ground down...
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Dark leafy greens like kale and spinach are packed with vital nutrients: Vitamins A, C, K, antioxidants, fiber, magnesium, iron, calcium, and potassium (and protein!). These natural ingredients are essential for a healthy diet and skin care routine. These nutrients are just as important to our skin as they are to our inner organs. When you apply the nutrients your body needs directly to the skin, your skin absorbs them and reflects a brighter, clearer complexion. Using natural skincare products can enhance this effect. Neem benefits for the skinNeem benefits include its well-known anti-aging properties. It's high in antioxidants that protect the skin from harmful UV rays, pollution, and other environmental factors that can damage the skin.
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Common causes of teen acneOK, yes. Your hormones are a common factor in your skin's behavior. However, there are some sneaky culprits that can worsen the situation if you do nothing, or help your skin if you make a few changes. It's important to understand these factors as part of a comprehensive skin care routine for teens. Get consistent with your skincare routineThe biggest defense against skin problems is a consistent skin care routine teenager can rely on, with effective products. Wash your face twice a day. Step one in a skin care routine teenager should follow is cleansing the skin. No brainer there, but it’s important that you’re washing your face every night and day.
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Ok, ladies. We’ve all heard the varying opinions and old wives’ tales about how to—or whether to—clean our lady parts. What’s right? What’s wrong? Is soap an enemy or a friend? Choosing the right natural soap for feminine hygiene is key to maintaining a healthy balance. Do I need to wash my yoni?The question of the century first requires the answer to another question: what is a yoni? When we say words like vagina, lady parts, or yoni, we mistakenly use them interchangeably. The vagina is actually our canal the body, where the lady parts we’re referencing when we say yoni are the labia, vulva, and clitoris.
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