According to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology," smoking pipes and hand-rolled cigarettes are the most likely causes of nicotine stains on your lips. When tobacco is heated it produces an oily liquid from the nicotine that can penetrate the layers of the...
Benetint is a cosmetic lip and cheek stain made by Benefit Cosmetics. The stain is used on the cheeks and lips and lasts for hours, according to Benefit. Benetint can be used alone or it can be used with foundation, powder, eyeshadow and mascara...
If the thought of getting ready for holiday parties fills you with angst, I have good news for you. You don’t have to redo an entire face of makeup or spend hours in front of the mirror. It’s about adding a few special touches to...
Darkened, chapped lips can lead to a bad first impression. They make you look unclean and unhealthy. Causes of black, chapped lips range from the body's absorption of toxic ingredients to the lack of proper lip care.
"When can I start wearing makeup?" It's a question that most moms dread, but inevitably get if they have a daughter (or more!) in the house. Before throwing your hands up in despair over the fact that she's growing up too quickly, remember this:...
In contrast to the taut, supple appearance your skin has when you’re younger, aging skin thins out and loses its elasticity. You notice the signs when your skin starts to sag in areas such as your face, neck and breasts. Just a few small...
The livin' may be easy in the summertime, but looking fresh-faced isn't always so. Summer beauty do's—like faking a sun kissed look and wearing sheerer, more lightweight formulas—can backfire, suddenly turning you into a beauty...
Birthmarks can appear almost anywhere on a child’s body and may be present at birth or develop several weeks later. Most birthmarks are harmless, though some require treatment if they are the symptom of an underlying condition. Talk with...
Plaque left on your teeth can form tartar, a hard yellowish mineral deposit also called calculus. Once you have calculus on your teeth, cleaning them becomes more difficult and your gums may become swollen or bleed easily. Removing calculus...
Lips are a prominent feature on the face and are often overlooked in skin care. The skin on the lips is very thin and does not contain any sebaceous glands, which are oil glands. Environmental, emotional and other stresses can cause dryness and...
Your home makeup kit is probably pretty complete, but how do you maintain when you’re at work, after a workout, out on the town or on the road? Here are my quick tips for looking your best while on the go: At Work You definitely...
Smoking is a serial killer. It lures with its dangerous charm, its reckless glamor, its knack for attracting vulnerable souls seeking momentary relief from daily stress. Clutched in the throes of nicotine cravings, most smokers want to quit, but...
Blueberries are tiny fruits that are packed with nutrition. They are added to everything from cereal and granola bars to muffins and yogurt to make a healthy snack. However, blueberries are not without side effects. They can cause digestive...
Chewing the betel nut, also known as the areca nut, is a widespread and long-standing tradition across Asian cultures. Though it's not widely used in the United States, about 600 million people worldwide chew this soft nut, which is actually a...
Infants are prone to illness just as much as older children, and certain situations may mean a baby is exposed more often. Babies who develop infection may have certain treatments that are not used in older children. The use of gentian violet is...
Most adult smokers, about 90 percent, started smoking when they were kids, according to Kids Health. More than 3,000 kids start smoking every day. Adults can help kids understand how the nicotine and chemicals in cigarettes affect their bodies and...
Thrush is a condition caused by the overgrowth of yeast in the mouth. It occurs frequently in infants, after antibiotic treatment and in anyone with a compromised immune system. Depending on the severity, thrush may be treated at home with natural...
