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Tip 76: Healing with Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is one of the natural ways of healing through the use of aromatic oils. It has been tested through time that it can improve health, beauty and improve your overall well being by strengthening the immune system.

There are many aromatic oils to choose from and each has its own function. Depending on your needs, you can use it for deep and penetrating therapeutic healing or simply enjoy the relaxing fragrance of the oils.

Tip 77: Homemade Skin Moisturizer Mashed Avocado

There are many fruits that you can use as part of your beauty routine. These are better to use than chemical cosmetics, as they are natural and do not contain any preservatives that can harm your skin.

When moisturizing your skin, try using avocado. This fruit contains nutrients that not only moisturize but also nourishes your skin. To prepare this, simply cut the fruit in half and mash the flesh until the texture is creamy. Lather gently on the face and neck and leave on for fifteen minutes. Rinse off making sure that there is no residue left. Tip 78:

Bothered by Blemishes? Use Concealers!

Concealers are very useful especially in hiding any imperfections you have on your skin. Good concealers will give you the assurance of a flawless look.

To apply on the skin, use a small amount on your fingertips and gently pat it on your face. Make sure that you even out the tone to give you a more natural look. You will get better results if you use a soft flat brush. Often you use a concealer under the eye hiding any bags or dark circles.

Tip 79: Stretch Mark Care - Vitamin E Capsules

Every woman (and man!) hates the appearance of stretch marks. In general, people have stretch marks due to rapid weight gain or loss. It is also a reflection that your skin is dehydrated because the capacity to stretch is not there.

Many swear that vitamin E capsules can greatly reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Simply get a vitamin E capsule and cut it with a pair of scissors. Let the contents of the capsule drip directly on the area where you have stretch marks and rub it on. Do this until the stretch marks fades.

Tip 80: Stretch Mark Care for Pregnant Women

Many pregnant women fear the ugly occurrence of stretch marks during pregnancy. You are not alone! Many women experience this and it is in fact only a select few who do not (bless their genes!).

One of the most common stretch mark care tips for mother-to-be is to rub olive oil on their skin during pregnancy. The rich oil keeps the skin moisturized making it more elastic for the 'stretching' that is taking place as your body grows.

Tip 81: Feet Care - Take off Your Shoes!

Your feet are probably the most neglected part of your body. Lately, however, more and more people are learning to pamper their feet. And why not? Apart from having them look good after having a relaxing foot spa, you feel tremendously refreshed!

The feet have so many nerve endings that even after a brief massage, you will feel extremely energized. Further, treating your feet to some good old scrubbing at the spa makes for great hygiene too!

Tip 82: Feet Care - Relax with a Footbath

You may not be aware of it but feet care like giving yourself a footbath can relieve you of a day's stress. Simply get a basin and fill it with warm water. For soothing scents, add a few drops of your favorite essential oils. This will help relax any tension building up.

To massage your soles, add marbles or small stones into the basin. Dip your feet into the warm water and run your toes and soles over the marbles. Just relax for fifteen minutes and you will immediately feel refreshed!

Tip 83: Use a Moisturizer for a Smoother Shave

You can easily avoid razor burns when shaving your legs. Just make sure that before you shave, your legs are properly moisturized. This will help the razor to glide on your skin thus preventing any nicks.

Although the most commonly used moisturizer is shaving cream, you can try lathering your legs with hair conditioner. Just leave it on for a few minutes before you start shaving. This locks in more moisture allowing you to shave without worries of scraping yourself.

Tip 84: The Importance of Feet Care for Diabetics

Diabetes sufferers are always at risk loosing their feet from infection if proper feet care is neglected. You must take care of your feet, giving particular attention to any skin cracks.

Although these can be painful, diabetics may experience numbness to pain because they may also suffer from neuropathy or nerve damage, which is one of the complications that come with diabetes. If not taken care of, these wounds are at high risk for infection and you can also either lose one or both of your feet to prevent further complications.

Tip 85: Herbal Oils for Natural Healing

Herbal oils, which are full bodied and aromatic, are known for their relaxing and healing benefits. These oils have a variety of medicinal and stress relieving uses.

They are known to help stressed-out or even depressed people because the aroma can help calm the nerves. Some oils are good for massage and can relax tensed muscles. Many enjoyed the benefits of these oils. You can apply them on your body or simply inhale the invigorating scents.

Tip 86: Herbal Oils for a Clearer Face

You can have a clearer and smoother face using herbals oils. Some herbal oils have antiseptic properties that are good against pimples and acnes. These oils can kill germs that cause pimples, minimizing outbreak and promoting faster healing.

You can mix these oils with your facemasks or facial washes for an even healthier skin. Just make sure that you do not use more than ten drops per ointment. Always exercise caution by reading warnings that come with herbal oils.

Tip 87: Enhance Your Features with Concealers

Concealers can guarantee to give you a sophisticated look by giving your face a healthy and natural glow. To apply, place a small amount on your favorite blusher and mix thoroughly.

Apply around the eyes, under the eyebrows and on the nose. Afterwards, use make-up to cover any eye bags and dark circles under the eyes. You must also not forget to put makeup on the sides of the nose, corners of the lips, hallows of chin and other problem parts. You can even use it as eye shadow by applying it to the upper end of the eyelid.

Tip 88: Great Skin Care Ingredients - Aloe and Cocoa Butter

Over exposing your skin to harsh weather can damage the skin. Often, your skin may become dry, flaky and itchy. In some cases, blisters may appear in case your skin is badly burnt under the sun.

If this is the case, you can use skin care products containing aloe and cocoa butter to hasten healing. Aloe has soothing properties while cocoa butter makes skin healing faster after sun damage. After constant applications, you will notice that your skin will be smooth and supple.

Tip 89: The Risks of Tanning Beds

There is now an increased consciousness that over exposure to sun can damage the skin and even cause cancer. To prevent these you may opt to use a tanning bed to get that perfect tan to look more beautiful on your prom night.

Just like the sun, tanning beds guarantee you a tanned look without staying under the sun for hours. You can simply go to a tanning spa for a perfect tan. You must be aware though that tanning beds also risks to you to skin cancer because they also emit ultra-violet rays just like the sun.

Tip 90: Cosmetics - Don't Overdo It

You can look beautiful without overdoing your makeup. Too much makeup is not trendy anymore and the face needs to be retouched more often if there are smudges.

Always go for the simple and natural look. You can achieve this by using skin care products with tones that match your skin color. You may use a tinted moisturizing cream, light blush or bronzer for the cheeks. Use also light mascara on the eyes and lip gloss.

Tip 91: Tips to Lessen the Risk of Premature Aging

When going out under the sun, always protect yourself with a sun block lotion or cream. Apply it on your skin an hour before going out to maximize benefits.

If you sweat a lot or you have to go swimming, you have to reapply for maximum protection. Always take care of your skin to prevent premature aging and wrinkles from appearing. You may want to use lotions that contain alpha-hydroxyl acid. This will easily exfoliate the dead skin cells giving you a fresher and younger look.

Tip 92: Castor Oil Cures Liver Spots

Liver spots are unsightly blemishes on your skin. You can easily have them removed by consulting a dermatologist. Seeking professional help may be costly because you may be prescribed with expensive creams and lotions to treat the spots.

You can always opt for folk remedy which is also often effective, not to mention cheaper. You can use castor oil to treat liver spots. Simply apply the oil on the blemishes at night and in the morning. With consistent use, you will soon find your skin free of liver spots.

Tip 93: Wrinkle Treatments for the Middle-Aged

When you are already in your 30's or 40's, your skin condition changes. Skin may be characterized with dryness and has many fine lines or wrinkles. This is due to the decrease of moisture content of the skin which happens naturally as we age.

If you are uncomfortable with wrinkles, a trip to your dermatologist will help you minimize or even banish the lines. Medical breakthroughs to remove wrinkles are available for you.

You have a choice of botox treatment, face-lift or chemical peels to remove your wrinkles.

Tip 94: The Risks of Sun Bathing

A perfectly tanned skin may look healthy and beautiful but you may not be aware of the risks you are taking when over exposing yourself to the sun. The ultra violet rays of the sun can damage the collagen in the skin. The elasticity of your skin will decrease and skin fibers will deteriorate. Sooner of later, you will notice wrinkles on the skin, which is actually a case of premature skin aging.

You can avoid this by simply staying out of the sun. But if you cannot help getting sun-kissed', use sunscreen lotion with an SPF not lower than twenty-five.

Tip 95: Opt for Personalized Skin Care

There are different products that treat and make skin more attractive. Because not all skin types are the same, it is best that you know exactly that type your skin is. In this manner you can easily find products or treatments that will work best with your skin.

Compatibility will produce good results making your skin more attractive, healthy looking and hydrated. Dry skin may opt for heavy moisturizing to cover up the lost moisture. Oily skins have to avoid oil-based moisturizers that can further clog pores and may cause pimples.

Tip 96: Skin Care 101 - Understanding Your Skin Condition

The dermis or the internal layer of the skin is found under the epidermis which consists of glands, follicles, nerves, blood vessels and elastin, the fiber of dermis which gives elasticity of the skin.

Dry skin occurs when the dermis does not secrete enough oil or sebum, an oily substance produced by the skin's sebaceous glands. It acts as a natural skin lubricant.

On the other hand, when too much sebum is produced, pores may be blocked and inflamed causing pimples and acne. If not enough is produced, your skin will be flaky and has a dull complexion. Also, your skin will be more sensitive to sun, wind and cold temperature.

Tip 97: Skin Care 101 - What Causes Stretch Marks?

Stretch marks are unsightly marks that often appear at the back and limbs. One of the causes is excessive weight gain (OR rapid weight loss). This causes the skin to stretch excessively over a short period of time causing tears in the dermis.

These will soon heal in the form of stretch marks. Pregnancy is also another cause. Although this is not much of a nuisance, if you are really bothered by these marks, a trip to the dermatologist will help. You can also use lotions that can minimize the appearance of stretch marks.

Tip 98: Skin Care 101 - Healthy and Beautiful Skin Through Exfoliation

One of the skin care routines you should do regularly is to exfoliate your skin. Your skin sheds off dead skin cells every twenty-nine days.

To help your skin remove all dead skin cells, you can use a loofah or any body scrub available in your beauty shop.

This will give your skin a healthy glow and smoother feel.

You should be careful when choosing body scrubs. Some products may contain ground nuts or seed extracts that can actually scrape and damage your skin. Tip 99:

Skin Care 101 - Aloe Vera to Heals and Soothe Your Skin

One of the ingredients to look for when buying skin care products is Aloe Vera. Even though this herb is familiar for its hair nourishing properties, it also has healing and soothing qualities for the skin.

Most lotions and moisturizers contain Aloe Vera. This is very good especially when the skin is very dry because not only will your skin be hydrated, it will also be nourished. It contains vitamins and minerals that your skin needs to maintain its healthiness.

Tip 100: Facial Tips to Prevent Dryness

Maintaining your face begins in the morning when you cleanse it of excess oils that accumulated while you were sleeping. Make sure that you use a mild facial scrub or rough wash cloth to exfoliate dead skin cells.