The Difference Between Body Butter and Lotion

We used to walk down the aisle at the drugstore and pick up our favorite shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and moisturizer without comparison. Now we walk in and there are 15-20 different options which make it challenging to determine the difference between all of them - with very similar names...

Don’t Be Fooled by the Winter Sun

Sunburn is caused mostly by the UVB rays which are supposedly the strongest during the summer and spring months. This does not mean that they disappear during winter. Even with the colder months approaching, you must keep that SPF on hand. UVB rays are capable of causing sunburn and skin...

Skin Healing Lotion

Holistic medicine is an ancient system of health care that goes back thousands of years, however holistic health is much more common in these times than you think. The word “holism” comes from Jan Christiaan Smuts in 1926 which means “greater than and different from the sum of their parts.”...

Best Lotion for Diabetics Feet

Diabetes is a health condition that initially affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of the food you eat is broken down into sugar and then it’s released into your bloodstream. When your blood sugar goes up, it signals your pancreas to release insulin. Insulin acts like a...

Ultra Repair Barrier Cream: Say Bye to Petroleum Jelly

What is the difference between petroleum jelly and shielding lotions? A man by the name of Robert Augustus Chesebrough discovered petroleum jelly in 1859. He noticed that oil workers would use a “gooey jelly” to help heal their burns and wounds. Petroleum jelly is made up of mineral oils and...

Lotion for Contact Dermatitis

What is contact dermatitis ?  The medical definition of dermatitis is skin inflammation. Contact dermatitis is when your skin comes into contact with an irritant or allergen and it causes a dry, painful and itchy skin rash. A perfect example of contact dermatitis is how your skin reacts to poison...

Eczema On Face

If you have sensitive skin on your face, you already know that it is very reactive. Having sensitive skin makes you more vulnerable to skin disorders like rosacea, acne and eczema on the face. Have you ever wondered why you are skin sensitive and if there is anything you can...

How to Lock Moisture in the Skin

The colder winter weather is coming and with that comes dry skin. Dry skin can be a nuisance and it can be uncomfortable. The winter doesn’t have to destroy your skin with these skin hydrating tips. Consider changing some behaviors When washing your skin, be mindful of what you’re using...

Sun Protection is Vital

We all talk about how important sunscreen is, right? But how does sunscreen even work? Sunscreen works by blocking and absorbing the UV rays through a combination of chemical and physical particles. Some inorganic chemicals including minerals such as titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, act as a physical sunblock. They...

Best Lotion for Irritated Skin

Itchy skin is one of the most uncomfortable feelings and a nuisance and itching only makes it worse. The irritating sensation that makes you want to scratch is known as pruritus. Dry skin can be the cause of itchy skin and can worsen the irritation and any existing itchiness. Although...

Heal Dry Skin

Toddlers and babies are super cute and they’re the envy of so many people because it seems like their skin is always so soft. The soft skin that we love about these tiny humans needs a lot of attention in order to stay soft and healthy. Babies and toddlers, even...

How to Outsmart Your Acne

Ever woken up in the morning and looked in the mirror to notice a huge red bump on your face? Pimples, breakouts, and acne can be frustrating to deal with. These skin reactions affect so many people and it always shows up when we least want it to. Well, in...

Contact Dermatitis On The Face

In an attempt to slow the spread of Covid- 19 countries worldwide have started to enforce wearing facial coverings in public. With this new rule in effect and with more businesses and locations reopening, more and more people are starting to feel the effects of wearing facial coverings for a...

Yarrow And It's Various Applications

Yarrow is a native North American plant that looks like flat-topped clusters of small, white flowers growing at the top of a gray-green leafy stem. It is most often used to make medicine and you can buy dried yarrow or tea bags in health stores or online. It is also...

Dry Itchy Winter Skin Relief

Winter is almost here. Along with it comes the fun holidays that let you enjoy good food with family and friends and ski season with all sorts of fun outside in the snow.  We get to pull out the super cozy winter sweaters and for a lucky few it's also...

How to Pick A Face Moisturizer For Sensitive Skin

Trying to find a face moisturizer that will work for your skin is complicated, but trying to find a face moisturizer for sensitive skin can feel extremely overwhelming.  When you pick a face moisturizer, so many factors come into consideration: price point, ingredients, size, quality, brand familiarity, uses, the list...