Unibrows have no specific known cause. However, a 2016 study on facial hair involving more than 6,000 people identified a gene called PAX3 associated with this phenomenon (1). This gene is found more in men, leading to hair growth at the center of their forehead. While fighting your genes isn’t an option, finding ways to remove an unwanted unibrow cant be your forward. This article lists some great tips to get rid of unwanted hair between your eyebrows....

Capsaicin, a phytochemical present in cayenne pepper, is responsible for its spiciness. And it is the same phytochemical that aids weight loss. This ingredient binds to the neuroreceptors that induce calcium influx, which, in turn, triggers many cellular responses. The antioxidant enzyme levels go up, and inflammation goes down. As a result, the metabolic rate improves, toxins get flushed out, and plaques don’t form on the arterial walls (1). Scientists have found that adding cayenne pepper to foods helps increase fat oxidation and thermogenesis (2)....

This article explores the causes of acne or pimple on your chin, how to treat them, skin care, and diet tips to minimize chin acne. Scroll down. What Does Acne (Or Pimple) On Your Chin Mean? If you are aware of the acne face map, you know that the distribution of acne lesions is regulated by several factors, depending on where you get them. Usually, acne on your chin and jawline is related to your hormone levels (2)....

Hormonal imbalance is linked to increased sebaceous gland activity. Hormones like androgen and estrogen may affect the sebocytes (sebum-producing cells), increase their activity, and lead to acne (1). Several factors may cause hormonal imbalance and oily skin. They include: Thyroid issues Menstruation Menopause High stress levels Other factors that may contribute to oily skin include: Environmental factors (humidity, UV exposure, and pollution) Excessive cleansing Drugs and medications Poor diet and nutrition...

How To Dress If You Are Petite Or Short Woman – Tips, Dos & Don’ts Outfit Ideas For Short Girls (And Petite) Body Types 1. Bridal Dresses Big days better be the best in every sense. Just show off your assets and pull it off with all the confidence you have got. Flaunt your frame with off-shoulder dresses and choose these over sweetheart necklines because they create an illusion of a broader canvas....

How Does Castor Oil Reduce Pigmentation? Is castor oil good for reducing pigmentation? Yes! There have been a number of studies conducted on how castor oil helps reduce pigmentation (1). Many dermatologists recommend castor oil because of this property. Here’s benefits of castor oil for skin pigmentation: Castor oil is crammed with fatty acids, specifically omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are the magic ingredient that helps reduce pigmentation. They do this by piercing the scar tissue and pumping it out....

The sebum may not get distributed to the whole strand when the hair has a spiral texture. Hence, curly hair is often dry and extremely fragile (1). In such cases, intense conditioning may be essential. While African-Americans are advised not to wash their hair too often, it is also not advisable to keep their hair unwashed for far too long. In this article, we have explored the best ways to wash and maintain curly, natural hair....

Cream foundations are non-messy, travel friendly, and provide better coverage. Out of the various types and textures of makeup essentials, a cream foundation can help you hide blemishes and correct uneven skin tone easily. Keep reading this post to know how to apply a cream foundation correctly. Scroll down! Things You Need To Apply Cream Foundation How To Apply Cream Foundation? Follow this step by step process for applying cream foundation....

How To Do Ombre Nails: Step-By-Step Tutorial (Pictures) If you are a beginner, it is best to start with the original French ombre. The difference between a French manicure and a French ombre is that the white nail tips gradually diffuse into the flesh or a nude base instead of a stark distinction between the white nail tip and the nail base. This may sound intimidating, but you can easily do it with this step-by-step tutorial (with pictures)....

Jalapeño is considered a moderately pungent chili pepper, with its Scoville unit (the measure of pungency) falling between 2,500-8,000 (1). How hot a chile pepper is will depend mainly on the amount of capsaicin (a naturally occurring chemical in all chilies) it contains. The capsaicin content can vary depending on factors like growing conditions, climate, maturity at harvest, and after harvest processes. With their complex flavor, jalapeños have become a regular feature on grocery lists....

What Is Back Acne? Back acne includes large tender cysts that develop on the back. Just like our face, the skin on our back also has sebaceous glands. These glands excrete sebum. When the sebum gets built-up along with bacteria and dead cells, it leads to inflamed pores and breakouts. The severity of this acne may vary. A mild acne breakout results in few blemishes and may include whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples....

You do not always have to visit a parlor to get it removed. It is possible to remove it at your home. This article discusses everything you need to know about blackheads and how to get rid of these pesky ones from your chin easily. What Causes Blackheads On The Chin? According to Dr. K.Harish Kumar, MD, DVL, “blackheads are nothing but a very mild form of acne (just like whiteheads)....

You can achieve a flawless look by ditching your makeup products once in a while. Keep reading the post to check out our tips. How To Look Beautiful Without Makeup? Frankly speaking, it’s all about your insides and how well you look after yourself. Yes! You need to be mindful of essential aspects of your diet, your habits, your lifestyle and your skincare routine. If you have even one of these elements messed up, the effects will inevitably reflect on your health and your overall appearance....

Eat Mindfully 1. Have You Tried Intermittent Fasting? No? You must! Intermittent fasting or IF works wonders for women (and men). Alternate feeding and fasting time helps lower your blood sugar, LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels (1). It is extremely good for weight loss and maintaining a good metabolic rate. Read more about it here. Talk to your doctor before trying intermittent fasting if you have diabetes, hypoglycemia, high blood pressure, or any other medical condition....

Diamonds are a woman’s best friend they say. Actually, shoes are! If you were to choose between a diamond ring or fifty pairs of shoes? What will you pick? Don’t think so hard, the answer is obvious. If you ask me, I’d go with the latter and sorry there are no prizes for guessing (didn’t see that coming?). And, I know most women would trade their diamond for a closet full of shoes....

10 Best Workouts For Women To Get Six Pack Abs You cannot get six-pack abs without working your ab muscles. You need to lose belly fat to chisel your abs. Here are 10 ways to do that: 1. Burn Fat With Cardio and HIIT If you want to build 6-pack abs, you must first burn the flab. There’s nothing better than cardio and HIIT to burn calories. Three hours of cardio and HIIT a week can help shed a significant amount of fat from your entire body....

It is prepared with dried ground chickpeas or fava beans or a mix of both. The legumes are soaked in water, crushed, kneaded, seasoned, and then fried in hot oil. Traditional recipes also contain ingredients like onion, garlic, parsley, paprika, and sesame seeds. Sometimes, baking soda is added to make the batter airier (1). Mitri adds, “Overall, falafel is a healthy vegetarian food. It is primarily made of chickpeas, fava beans, or a combination of the two....

The suckers along the arms of the octopus give it a great unique texture. As a result, the octopus arms are the most coveted seafood body parts among chefs. However, the popularity of octopus as a delicacy gained momentum due to its rich nutrition profile. Octopus Nutritional Information A 100g serving of cooked octopus contains (2): Dr. Madathupalayam Madhankumar, a gastroenterologist, says, “Octopus has good amounts of iron, selenium, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B 12, copper, potassium, calcium, and magnesium....

The fruit is unusual for two reasons. Medlar fruits are picked raw in late autumn and are allowed to rot beyond ripening, a process called “bletting”. They are usually stored in a cool dry place until they become soft and mushy and darker brown in color. It then takes on a sweet and slightly acidic flavor. These can then be eaten directly scooped out of the fruit or can be baked, roasted, or made into jelly, tarts, cider, wine, or brandy....

Semi-permanent dye eventually fades with repeated washings. So, you can wash the color out of your hair if you have an odd case of hair color gone wrong. But it still lasts several weeks. Those just diving into the world of hair dyes will find this a dream come true. It is a safe and fun way to browse the different shades until you find your favorite one. Additionally, applying semi-permanent hair dye takes less time, effort, and money than permanent hair dye....