Sunscreen can protect you from damage to your skin. Although you do need some sunlight for overall health, too much can cause problems. The sun’s ultraviolet rays darken the melanin in your skin to produce a tan, but excessive sun exposure can result in sunburn and skin damage. The sun protection factor, or SPF, tells you how much protection a particular sunscreen provides.
Skin redness could be the result of a disease, disorder or allergic reaction; it could also be due to scars, burns or an inflammation. In some cases, nutrients and substances in certain fruits may help reduce the appearance of ...
Sodium bicarbonate, commonly referred to as baking soda, is commonly used to treat wounds at all stages of healing because of its disinfectant properties. Baking soda can help remove hardened scabs, prevent scars from forming a...
The buoyancy of saltwater makes swimming in the ocean faster and less strenuous compared to swimming in fresh water, but the currents and waves can really slow you down -- unless you use them to your advantage. By riding the wa...
Straw set curls are a tight version of corkscrew curls, popular in the mid-20th century. The straw set method of curling hair is used for naturally curly hair, such as black hair, as well as straight or relaxed hair. Three step...
Although both have health benefits, lounging in the sauna and taking part in a cardio workout produce very different results. Cardiovascular activities, such as an aerobics class, brisk walking or lap swimming, gets your heart ...
Your immune system protects you against illness, fighting off bacteria and viruses. However, sometimes your immune system works with unintended consequences. This is the case when your immune system attacks nonthreatening hair ...
Baby powder, also referred to as talcum powder if talc is the primary ingredient, is traditionally used to prevent diaper rash and as a deodorant for babies. Despite this, baby powder is often applied to the skin because of its...
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