Regular hair straightening is both, inconvenient and damaging to hair. Instead, wrap sections of your hair around your head to get rid of waves in hair. Alternatively, use rollers on damp hair or set your hair in a bun and let it dry naturally for a straight look. You could also blow-dry sections of your hair on the cold setting or tie them with hair bands. Hair masks with banana and coconut might also help.
You may notice acne breakouts after eating spicy food, but are the spices to be blamed for the acne? Studies suggest that spicy foods can worsen acne but not cause it. Although there is no direct link, it is believed that such foods increase the body temperature, making you sweat and clogging pores. If you are prone to acne, know the right foods to avoid and follow a balanced diet.
Cold sores are unsightly, often painful blisters that appear in and around the mouth. They are caused by a contagious virus called herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1). Even though there are no treatments to cure the infection, there are home remedies you can try as well as over-the-counter medications which calm the symptoms. Home remedies include ice, lemon balm, tea tree oil, tea bags, salt and using sunscreen regularly.
Skin experts suggest washing your face twice a day because men's skin tends to be a lot oilier. Moisturize your face and the rest of your body as soon as you get out of the shower. Exfoliate your skin once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells. Apply a hydrating lip balm with SPF 30 to protect your lips from sun damage. And never forget to wear sunscreen.
Wash your hair once or twice a week if it's dry and daily if it's oily. Oil your hair lightly and untangle it before washing, use minimal shampoo on your scalp, rinse thoroughly, and dry wet hair gently. Hold your head upside down while shampooing to increase circulation and volume. Beyond chemical-based shampoos, a world of plant-based ingredients can be explored. Homemade vinegar rinses are economical and offer great hair benefits.
You can use extra virgin olive oil to remove your makeup and moisturize your skin. Any type of olive oil can also be used to polish your furniture and shoes. Because of its anti-inflammatory features, olive oil can help treat a diaper rash and it acts as a protective barrier against rashes and infections. Only use extra virgin oil for skin-related issues.
