By Shiromi Arserio
There are numerous skin whitening products on the market, however many of them contain bleaches which are usually very harsh on the skin. A cheaper and more effective option is to simply use ingredients found in your kitchen cupboards, which are known to have skin lightening properties, such as lemon and lime juice or milk. Almonds and milk both have been associated with ayurvedic medicine for...
By Lauren Wise
Tanning beds work at their highest efficiency with properly working and bright tanning bulbs. They are easy to change if you understand the mechanisms of a tanning bed. Remember that after installing them you will need to keep an eye out for dimming or a slow in the speed of tanning time, which means it's time to install new lamps. Look in the tanning bed's manual to see what type of...
By Jaceson Maughan
The tanning bed is a wonderful alternative to sunbathing when you want to get a healthy glow. However, for those who have never used a tanning bed before, they can be quite intimidating. When you follow a few tips on using those large coffin-like tanning beds, you can maximize your salon time and achieve a golden tan without experiencing frustrating and sometimes painful mistakes. Before you use ...
By H. Long
Vitamin E used topically in skin care products helps to hydrate the surface skin cells. Vitamin E deficiencies are rare and are usually associated with a low-fat diet. Unless instructed by a physician, you should limit vitamin E supplements to those that are part of a multivitamin. Vitamin E is added to moisturizers and skin emollients to nourish the skin. The use of vitamin E as skin care might ...
By Christa Titus
Aloette is a cosmetics company that offers luxury-priced skin care products. Aloe vera gel is the primary ingredient that gives them their potency (hence the name). You can purchase these skin care products directly from the company through its website (see "Resources") or through an Aloette consultant. Aloette's skin care treatments are divided into five categories: acne,...