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Black is a truly fascinating color. Or, rather, a ‘non-color’ if we’re being technical. We can find it all around us, both near and far – from that sleek biker jacket on your coat hanger, to the mesmerizing fur of a wild-gazed panther from the Asian rainforests.  It leaves so much space to fully gaze into it, and yet it is so overpowering that it occupies that space with grace and power. No matter where you find it, it never ceases to amaze.  And this is just as true for black hair. A rarity and a...

To doctors and healthcare experts, collagen is a naturally abundant protein substance found in our bones, skin, muscles, and tendons. It glues the human body together, giving it structure and strength. To wellness and beauty enthusiasts worldwide, it’s the gateway to smooth skin and stronger limbs. However, as more benefits of the substance keep coming to light, research has responded to one of the most frequently asked questions in self-care science: does collagen help hair growth? Lucky for us, the answer is yes! Let’s find out exactly how collagen affects your hair, what its benefits are,...

Unlike dehydrated skin, which is temporary, dry skin is a long-lasting affection that requires permanent care. Patients asking their dermatologists “why is my skin so dry even when I moisturize?” don’t always get the straightforward answer they would have hoped. But, if you think about it, it makes sense for the answer to be so complex, as your dermatologist cannot choose an efficient treatment without taking all the possible causes into consideration. This is what we will try to do next as well, in the attempt to offer a comprehensive presentation of the symptoms, causes, and...

Looking for an organic solution to your day-to-day skincare problems? Then you’ve come to the right place. Turmeric, an exotic plant that is full of color and curcumin is here to give your skin the soothing silky smoothness it deserves. Let’s get acquainted with it, shall we? Table of Contents: What is Turmeric? Curcumin – Tumeric’s Main Chemical Compound The Best Uses for Tumeric on Your Skin The Best Turmeric-Based Products  What is Turmeric? Turmeric is a plant of the ginger family, native to Asia. Originally, it was used as a dye, then it became popular...

If you’re someone who has a knack for blonde colors and light shades but feels like skipping the whole salon visits and regular appointments with a colorist, then you’ve landed at the right place. Though we’ve all heard how spending time in the sun and basking in the sunlight can naturally help to lighten our dark locks, the truth is that it might not work for all of us. Also, spending long hours out in the sun might not be the greatest idea. Lemon juice is one natural hack that can work wonders for your hair...

Tree sap troubles are par for the course in the Pacific Northwest. Since we moved here, my family has had our fair share of the sticky stuff, and I have become an expert at removing it. A simple barefoot walk out into our yard yields feet full of sap, sticky fingers, and, yes, the dreaded sap in our hair. It can be a huge pain, and it was for me as a mom of two at first. I come from the city. Run-ins with tree sap were relatively rare, even in a tree-laden town like the...

Moringa oil. It’s new to our routines. But it’s been used for thousands of years. Frankly, it’s no wonder: Moringa oil has many benefits for skin and hair care. And it has one major advantage: it’s an all-in-one remedy. That means you’ll have free space in your bathroom cabinet. Not to mention great tresses. Because there are so many uses of moringa oil for hair health and scalp balance.  1. What is Moringa oil?2. Moringa oil is ideal for every hair type3. The benefits of Moringa oil for hair health3.1 Moringa oil makes your tresses strong3.2...

One of my earliest memories in life is of being a toddler bathing in my grandmother’s kitchen sink. She had one of those big ranch-style sinks that was wide and deep enough to act as a tub. And at two or three, I could fit safely and peacefully into that tub so she could bathe me while managing other kitchen tasks. From my vantage point in the sink, I distinctly remember the aloe vera plant that grew in a pot on the windowsill just above my head. Any time I got a cut or a burn,...

The cocoa tree is probably one of the most loved trees, as it gives us some of our favorite ingredients. Cocoa butter is extracted from the cacao bean. The cacao bean is also the main ingredient for chocolate, cacao powder (hello, hot cocoa!), and our luscious body butter. If you love these products as well, but are wondering whether they suit your vegan lifestyle, it’s time to relax. Yes, they are all vegan! There’s no trace of dairy in there.  1. What is cocoa butter?2. Is cocoa butter vegan?3. Is cocoa and cocoa butter the same? ...

We were one of those families with a tub of Vaseline and a bottle of baby oil in our bathroom. Vaseline was used for chapped lips, burns, cuts, scrapes, you name it. Baby oil, along with its sister product, baby lotion, was used for slathering on skin and hair to lock in moisture. I distinctly remember my grandmother oiling up with baby oil before heading out to the backyard pool to lay in the sun. I know, right? As I grew up, I followed suit. I used baby oil as a suntan lotion, smoothed it into...