If you have metabolic disorders like diabetes or are allergic to certain medications, you may get these dark patches on your knuckles. Read on to know more about what causes these dark knuckles and how you can treat them. 1. Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a skin condition that causes dark patches and velvety textures on your skin (1). It can affect the skin on folds and joints, including your knuckles....
Household Items Sea Salt Scrub Sea salt is known to be a natural exfoliant. When mixed with warm water, it can gently help the marks to come off (1). Be careful not to rub it too harshly as it could irritate or scrape the skin. Using this sea salt scrub twice a day would help remove the top layers of ink while exfoliating the skin. While this may not erase the complete ink immediately, it would certainly help fade it out enough to not be noticeable....
How To Make Lipstick At Home: DIY Lipstick Recipes 1. DIY Vegan Lipstick 1 teaspoon carnauba wax 1 teaspoon rice wax 1 teaspoon candelilla wax 3 teaspoons refined organic shea butter 2 teaspoons organic castor oil 1 teaspoon camellia seed oil 1 teaspoon natural colorant (in the color of your choice) Silicone mold for the lipstick Lipstick tube How To Prepare – Step By Step Tutorial Step 1: Start by melting the waxes, shea butter, and oils in a double boiler on low heat....
The conventional waist chains are generally made out of gold and silver. Wearing waist chains is now a fashion statement by not only women who dress traditionally, but also by those who wear a variety of modern outfits! Want to know more about waist chains and how to choose the apt one that suits your needs and attires? Then this post will help you out! Go ahead and give a read!...
Furthermore, your hair may not always have been coarse. Prolonged use of topical Minoxidil may also have caused hair to turn coarse. But worry not – you can easily soften this coarse hair and reduce the frizz and tangles by following a few simple methods. How Do You Care For Coarse Hair? 1. Apply Nourishing Hair Oils Healthy coarse hair is the strongest among all hair types. But it is also the most prone to dryness....
What Causes A Clogged Ear? Clogged ears can disrupt the balance, affect hearing, and also cause pain and discomfort. Both internal and external factors can trigger the condition. They include: Barotrauma – It occurs when your ears can’t adapt to the changing pressure on an airplane (1). Ear Infection (Otitis Media) – It is a result of fluid build-up in the ears that may cause virus or bacteria to multiply (2)....
Curry leaves are rich in antioxidants (1). These antioxidants neutralize the free radicals and keep your hair healthy and strong. In addition, curry leaves contain proteins and beta-carotene (2). These nutrients help to prevent thinning hair and excess hair fall. The leaves are also high in amino acids, which stimulate the hair follicles and maintain their health. Scroll down to find out how to use curry leaves to promote hair development....
Makeup setting spray or finishing spray is a mist solution you spritz all over your face before and after applying makeup. A good spray can make your makeup stay in place without any hassle. We have compiled a complete guide to help you know all about this wonder product, how to use it, and what to avoid. Scroll down! This setting spray can be of different types. Some setting sprays are water-based....
Can You Use Vinegar To Remove Hair Dye? There are many different types of hair color. Temporary hair color affects only the hair cuticle, which is the outer layer, where as semi-permanent hair color can permeate to the hair cortex (i.e., the inner layer). Meanwhile, permanent hair dye can penetrate even deeper into the hair through oxidation. Hence, it is difficult to remove. Can You Consider Using Vinegar For Removing Hair Dye?...
Keep reading to learn all about the causes, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of ice burn. Keep reading! Some of the factors that lead to ice burns are: Long-term exposure to freezing temperatures. Exposure to cold winds and high altitudes. Taking part in winter activities. Homeless people living in very cold areas are particularly prone to ice burns. But how can you confirm that you have an ice burn? To figure that out, you need to know the symptoms of ice burns to look out for....
Remember, you should do intense exercise for more than 60 to 90 minutes before you drink Gatorade (2). The drink provides the essential nutrients that you lose through sweating. It is formulated mainly to help athletes maintain their energy and alertness. Studies suggest sports drinks may improve performance by providing carbohydrates, electrolytes, and other nutrients to the body (2). Your performance may be impaired when you lose fluids more than 2% of your bodyweight (mainly through sweating) during an activity (2)....
However, protein hydrolysates (protein bonds already broken into dipeptides and tripeptides), like hydrolyzed keratin, have low molecular weights and can protect hair from environmental and chemical damage (2). Keratin hydrolysates are obtained from nails, wool, horns, and feathers of animals. Vegetable options for keratin hydrolysates include soy, wheat, and corn, though they are not as effective as the keratin obtained from humans and animals. When keratin hydrolysates extracted from feathers were placed on cuticle scales, they sealed the cuticles and protected the hair from heat damage....
As the maid of honor, one needs to plan the bridal shower and bachelorette party. You also have to guide the bride through endless trial sessions, go for wedding shopping, and most importantly, deliver a knockout speech that will honor your friendship and celebrate your friend’s new journey. For those having the perpetual fear of public speaking, this may turn out to be a nerve-wracking moment. If you don’t know how to begin preparing for the speech, fret not, for we are here to make the process easier for you....
It is often suggested for blonde and brunette hair, but depending on the color choice, balayage can work with any natural hair color. Balayage is easy to maintain as the color is lighter at the roots and gets heavier at the hair ends. The coloring technique allows you to explore your options. You may go for full-color highlights covering every hair section or partial highlights that only cover a few layers at the top....
Oyster mushrooms are available in different varieties. Let’s take a look. Types Of Oyster Mushrooms Oyster mushrooms are loaded with a wide variety of vitamins and minerals. Here is the nutritional breakdown of oyster mushrooms. Nutritional Breakdown Of Oyster Mushrooms According to the U.S. Department Of Agriculture, a hundred grams of oyster mushrooms contains (1): Calories: 33 kcal Protein: 3.31 g Fat: 0.41 g Carbohydrate: 6.09 g Dietary fiber: 2....
But what does science say? Is Selsun Blue safe to use on the skin? Or does it cause more harm? In this article, we discuss the benefits of Selsun Blue for skin and its potential risks. Keep reading. 2. May Help Treat Seborrheic Dermatitis This skin condition is characterized by red patches with yellow-gray scales that mostly appear on the face, scalp, upper chest, and back. A study found that selenium sulfide used in concentrations of 0....
Many factors like financial instability, medical issues, unemployment, the need to support children, or even money disputes can cause couples to live together even after separating. While some couples may agree to stay together for their children, others may not feel comfortable. If you are in a similar dilemma, this post is for you. This article explores the reasons couples may choose to live together after separation, the different types of separation, and the tips to make it work....
Our body needs silicon in trace amounts for collagen synthesis and improving skin strength and elasticity. Silicon helps prevent hair fall and maintains hair shine (1). No scientific evidence supports the claim that silica can promote hair growth. However, silica supplements may help improve your hair health. In the next section, lets take a look at the benefits of silica. Benefits Of Using Silica For Hair 1. May Prevent Hair Loss Silica may not directly influence your hair health....
Slugging helps lock in the moisture of the other products applied before it. It also provides an extra layer of skin barrieri XThe outermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum) that protects the underlying skin and the body. protection. Even though this method has been around for a few years now, it has gained a recent resurgence in popularity thanks to social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Now, let’s take a look at the various benefits of slugging....
Best Drugstore Foundations For Acne-Prone Skin 1. Best Oil-Free:Maybelline Fit Me Matte+Poreless Foundation The Maybelline Fit Me Matte+Poreless Foundation is a cult-favorite product, with over 40 shades to suit every skin tone. It is the go-to foundation for people with acne-prone and oily skin types. The lightweight formula minimizes the appearance of pores and is infused with micro-powders that control excess shine and blur imperfections to provide a natural matte finish....
