In this article, we discuss the origin of aromatherapy and give you information about aromatherapy benefits and how to perform aromatherapy in your own home. Did you know that aromatherapy was discovered in the late 1920s? In 1928, French chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefoss was working in a laboratory at his family’s perfumery. A sudden explosion severely [...]
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Oct 8th
Carbon Monoxide: The Senseless Killer
Carbon monoxide has been called “the senseless killer” because it is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas and thus nearly impossible for the human senses to detect. When inhaled, it quickly crowds out oxygen molecules that normally attach themselves to the hemoglobin molecules in red blood cells. The carbon monoxide-hemoglobin bond is more than two [...]
Oct 8th
Oct 8th
Applying an Eye-Makeup Design
Options for building an eye design are almost too numerous to list. The basic concept is to shade the eye to accent its shape, or to change its shape by using a progression of light to dark colors across the eye, blending one over the other so that you can’t see where one stops and [...]
Oct 8th
Makeup Brush Techniques
Makeup Brush Techniques Brushes can be foolproof tools for applying makeup, yet it is definitely possible to use brushes incorrectly. I’ve seen enough women use their brushes in a rubbing or wiping motion on the face to know how often it can happen. Many women beat at their faces with a wild brushing motion as [...]
Oct 8th
Preventing Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are swollen, dark veins that commonly appear in the legs. They’re usually not harmful, but can cause significant pain. While not all varicose veins can be prevented, the National Women’s Health Information Center says there are things you can do to reduce your chances of getting new varicose veins: * Apply sunscreen to [...]
Oct 8th
4 Basic Skin Care Needs
Here we show you tips on how to properly care for your skin, from the right way to wash your face, to the best moisturizers and UV protection. Before we start with the proper daily 4-step skincare routine, you’ll need to know your skin type. How you care for your skin is utterly dependent on [...]
Oct 8th
Skin Wrinkles
Description An in-depth report on the treatment and prevention of wrinkles. Prevention The best way to prevent skin damage in any case is to avoid episodes of excessive sun exposure. The following are some specific guidelines: • Use sunscreens that block out both UVA and UVB radiation. However, do not rely on them only for [...]