The skin is a very complex organ. It contains thousands of tiny pores and hair follicles. The skin is broken up into 3 different layers, the epidermis or top layer, dermis, and subcutaneous layer. Each of these layers performs important roles in keeping our body healthy. The skin performs six primary functions which include, protection, absorption, […]
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Ayruvedic Doshas and how they relate to the skin
Vata Skincare Vata is the Ayruvedic name for the universal force that causes dryness and coldness. So skin that is thin, dehydrated and shrinks in cold weather needs warmth, nourishment, and moisture. Recommended essential oils: Lavender, Ylang Ylang Pitta Skincare Pitta is the Ayruvedic name for the force that causes heat, acidity and irritation so […]
Aloe vera the skins juice
Egyptians were the first to use Aloe vera in their beauty and skin regimen, and now, thousands of years later, aloe is still being used to treat all kinds of skin conditions ranging from oily acne to dryness and even sunburn. According to the Cosmetic, Fragrance and Toiletry Association (CTFA) in 1989, aloe is […]
Essential oils for the skin part 2
Essential oils can be used to help regulate the sebaceous glands. These oils must be diluted before being applied to the skin. Cedarwood Helps acne, dry skin, and rash, closes pores, moisturizes mature and damaged skin, and wrinkles. Lavender Helps acne, dermatitis, inflammation, damaged skin, stressed skin, sun damage, psoriasis, rashes, scars, soothes sensitive skin. […]
Understanding Free Radicals
What are free radicals Free radicals are unstable oxygen molecules missing an electron. They steal electrons from healthy cells in the body. To a certain extent, free radicals are just part of being alive. They occur naturally during metabolism, from direct sunlight, from intake of sugary and fatty foods, from intoxicants –especially smoking — from […]
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