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“Can I use castor oil for beard growth” I’m sure that men who yearn for fuller beards to enhance their masculine charm look forward to finding the answer to this question. The hype around this oil is no joke, no doubt because of its well-known age-old benefits.  And YES! You can use castor oil for a thicker and fuller-looking beard. But before you incorporate it into your beard care routine, you must know exactly how to. Otherwise, your efforts may be in vain. Table of Contents: What does castor oil do for beard? How to make...

Have you recently colored your hair? If so, you are most probably looking for a shampoo that is safe for your colored hair.  The feeling of getting a new hair color is indeed one of the best feelings in the world; you love your new look, and you feel good about yourself. But, as time passes and the color fades, your hair color stops being as amazing as it was before, and by now, you’re probably already missing your natural hair.  I know, feeling this way is common for every girl getting a new hair color,...

As weird as it sounds, hair bleaching is like therapy for most of us, because it allows us to make drastic hair color changes. However, it can often be a disaster for our hair.  The truth is that it all seems like it’s worth it, until the color starts to wear off and your hair starts to look dull, damaged and beyond repaid.  Bleached hair is prone to several hair problems, which makes it is essential to choose a shampoo with ingredients that are safe and gentle, but also nourishing and hydrating. Table of Contents: 1....

A pleasing aroma can elevate your romantic mood, says scientific research. Check out the most recommended essential oils for lovemaking and find out how a scent can boost your libido!  You've probably heard of foods that can make you feel good, but have you heard of scents that may dazzle your senses? Several aphrodisiac scents can instantly transform your mood from "not today, sweetie" to "I thought you’d never ask!”.  Scents and sexuality are inextricably linked. Sexual communication relies heavily on the sense of smell. According to studies, human body odor can provide information about one's...

We’ve all experienced muscle soreness at some point. Sometimes you can feel it after a moderate to high session of leg-day, while at other times it is due to the uncomfortable posture all day at work that may twitch your muscles. Either way, the pain is real and often hard to bear. Acute or short-term muscle soreness can be managed with a simple day off, bed rest, and some OTC pain medications. But when it comes to chronic or long-term pain, lifestyle changes are mandatory. Using essential oils to relieve sore muscles is one addition to...

Neuropathy is a catch-all term for conditions caused by nerve injury. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is one of the most frequent types of neuropathy, affecting up to 50% of people with diabetes.  According to research, some essential oils may help alleviate pain caused by inflammation and nerve damage. Read on to find out more! Table of Contents: What is peripheral neuropathy? What are the symptoms of neuropathy? Which essential oils work best for numbness? How to use essential oils for numbness What is peripheral neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when damaged nerves malfunction. It...

Cosmetic brands that use “free-of” as a marketing tool have flooded the market today. But if you check their label, you will notice a long list of controversial ingredients. Some of these toxic ingredients, and their benefits, are actually very popular. Nevertheless, silicones can be a potential irritant, sulfates dry your hair, while mineral oil and petrolatum are potential allergens. But there are many more - such as phthalates and PABA, and fragrances. Because yes, although fragrances may seem harmless, they can do more harm than good.  Table of contents:  1. What ingredients should you avoid...

Do you dream of sun-kissed, beach-like hair? Balayage is your go-to coloring technique! Balayage is hands down the best hair coloring technique for a natural-looking hair color. There can be nothing better than balayage if you want to take your hair coloring game up a notch or need a makeover. It gives your hair a natural look, with a twist, and makes you look elegant. But, as with all other hair coloring / styling techniques, you will have to take to take proper care of your hair afterwards.  Read on to find out which is the...

Times are changing drastically. While just decades ago we didn’t even think about the air quality, today we are in desperate need of air purifiers and filters. The increasing amount of pollutants in the air has led to air toxicity and phenomena such as smog, which pose a threat to the environment, and cause many health issues.  According to a report by WHO, ambient air pollution leads to an average of 4.2 million deaths per year. The causes of these deaths are health issues arising from impure air, such as heart diseases, stroke, lung cancer, chronic...

Hair loss is one of the most common hair concerns these days. Given our sedentary lifestyle and poor eating habits, our body does not get the proper nutrition it requires to maintain the natural health of our hair.  On top of that, external factors like pollution, chemical-based hair products and excessive heat from our hair styling tools cause more damage to the hair. Along with damaging the hair, these factors also affect the health of our scalp, leading to dandruff, inflammation, flakes and irritation of the scalp, among other problems.  If you’ve been dealing with hair...