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Aloe Vera is commonly used in skin care products because it offers so many benefits. It can soften, soothe, and hydrate and has the ability to penetrate deep into the layers of the skin to promote cell regeneration. Additionally it has both antiseptic and antibiotic properties which makes it highly effective in treating skin irritations such as cuts, burns, eczema, and sunburns and will also relieve the itch from poison oak, poison ivy and poison sumac. The active ingredients in Aloe Vera... Read Full Story

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On the September 21st Today Show Ms. Linda Wells, editor and chief of Allure magazine revealed the best of the best beauty products for 2011. Below are the products they featured on the Today show. So what do you think of these products? Have you tried any of them and if so do you think they are the best of the best? I would love to hear your thoughts. Maybelline Volum' Express   - It's not mascara, it's false lash glam in a tube, instantly patented spoon brush and pro keratin fiber formula... Read Full Story

Test your skin care knowledge.  You can either print this out or complete it online at Complete Skin Care Therapy DOWN 1: removes last traces of cleanser and can restore pH balance 2: condition where skin starts to show signs of ageing 3: topical applications that are used to correct dryness and scaling of the skin 4:an acid ingredient found in many over the counter acne products (two words together) 7: chemicals that neutralize free radicals 9: ingredient that lightens skin 11... Read Full Story

Beauty supply stores and retail discount stores have a plethora of products to choose from. Therefore, selecting the right hair shampoo or conditioner can be a bit overwhelming. Just as like choosing any skin care product understanding the condition you are trying to address will aid in selecting the right product. When selecting your shampoo and conditioner, the questions you should ask is "what is my hair type" and "what problems am I trying to address". Coarse and dry hair is caused... Read Full Story

Hair problems such as dry brittle hair, hair thinning, hair loss and flaky scalp can be an indicator of a health condition or lack of nutrients in the body. There is a direct correlation between your health and the health of your hair. Hair Breakage, Dry, Brittle, and Dull Hair - there are basically three reasons for this hair condition. The first is self-inflicted by the use of blow dryers, flat irons, chemical processes, pulling the hair to tight with pony tails, braids and excessive... Read Full Story

Split ends also known as Trichoptlosis, usually occurs in dry and/or brittle hair. Dry, brittle hair is caused from the lack of moisture and/or protein. Additionally, this lack of moisture damages the cuticle layer of the hair shaft. The cuticle layer is the protective layer of the hair. It consists of overlapping cells much like shingles on a house and protects the cortex (the second layer of the hair) and the medulla (the marrow of the hair). Depending on how well the overlapping cells are... Read Full Story

Porosity is the measure of the hair's ability to absorb moisture. This is determined by the condition of the hair's cuticle layer (the overlapping scales of the hair shaft), and is rated as low, normal, and high. A good analogy would be to consider your hair like a sponge. When the sponge is new it is very porous and absorbs water thus it has good porosity. On the other hand an old sponge where the tiny holes have been damaged does not absorb water as well as it used to. The hair shaft... Read Full Story

Just released on April 11, 2011 and April 18, 2011, Proctor and Gamble have recalled its Clairol Natural Instincts products. This was a voluntary recall by Proctor and Gamble stating that the products may produce an unwanted color effect. This recall covers the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. From what I understand the Revitalizer sachets in these products create the unwanted color. Proctor and Gamble however that the products in the kit remain safe to use but do not use the... Read Full Story

Hair texture can be generally categorized into four major types: fine, medium, coarse and wiry or frizzy hair. Due to the fact that there are different types of hair texture it is important to maintain your hair with the products specially made for the texture of your hair. For instance, for fine limp hair a heavy conditioner or styling aid would not be recommended. This article will address fine limp hair and simple tips and techniques that can bring out body and add volume to your hair... Read Full Story