The best way to combat dryness is an oil massage. The right kind of oil will relieve the itchiness caused by dryness and help retain natural moisture of your skin. Oils that can be very effective and helpful in this process include olive oil, mustard oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil and tea tree oil. Smooth and soft skin is just a massage away.

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Air travel causes the skin to tan as the UV radiation is stronger when the flight is closer to the sun. According to the facts presented by World Health Organization, there is about 10% increase in UV levels with every 1000 mt increase in the altitude. The windows of the flight cabin reportedly do not protect against the UVA rays, which penetrate quite deep into the skin.

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Scarwork is a quietly popular therapy which aims at improving the appearance and feel of scars by simply stroking them. This therapy gives patients multiple flows of massages over the period of months. It aims to build pressure on the tissue and soften the scar. This treatment is widely accepted as you need an expert probably to treat yourself regularly for effective results which can be costly.

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Get supple skin with Eating Healthy: Including more nutrients in your diet will increase the glow on your face. Skin Lightening: Get a quality bleach or opt for natural ingredients. Handle Skin With Care: Keep a soft towel for cleaning and wiping your face gently. Protecting Skin: Use sunscreen with minimum SPF 30 which protects you from UVA and UVB rays. Get Vitamin D: Catch the early morning sun for healthy exposure.

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Damn right, you definitely would be surprised to find out that your luxurious and perfumed skincare product might contain a little bit of pee in it. Doctors say, a component of urine called urea, is used in a lot of skincare products. Urine is mostly water and only a small percentage of it is urea. It is a fact that urine provides minerals, enzymes, antibodies and hormones which are beneficial to clear acne breakouts.

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The flat, brown spots which appear in groups on your skin are called freckles. They are usually found on the face and according to dermatologists, they signify skin damage. Some precautionary measures include applying sunscreen every time you face long exposure to the sun. There are various blends available which make a great face pack like honey and water, buttermilk etc. Rubbing onion slices or applying sour cream also are proved to be useful. Papaya juice and lemon juice application can also be considered.

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Lemon juice is highly used for this purpose as lemon naturally has bleaching properties and lightens the skin. It can also be mixed with honey for more benefits. Similarly, orange juice can also serve the same purpose because of its critic acid content. A mixture of sandalwood and rosewater is used for brighter and fairer skin. A blend of yoghurt and honey are brilliant for healing the skin and giving it a fresh new look. Not to mention, wash your face regularly to maintain the effects.

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Want to improve your skin using natural ingredients? Try the mixture of milk and saffron which can be easily prepared and helps you look younger. Saffron has been known to reduce the dry skin and slowly remove tan. The mixture of milk and saffron lightens the skin and makes it little softer. It has a healing effect on the skin which sort of helps to reduce acne. This mixture also helps to tone your skin and make you look fresh.

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Men should wash their face at least twice a day with face wash or products with natural ingredients to fight the pimples. This helps to remove the dust particles and energizes their skin. If shaving is done on a daily or a regular basis, a good quality electric shaver or razor should be used. Before shaving, apply warm soapy water on the skin to soften it. Moreover, experts say that men should keep themselves hydrated and should not touch the pimples.

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These are the foods you must eat to protect yourself from hot summer. Carrots contain good content of beta-carotene which protects you against sun. Pomegranate is rich in antioxidant content and ellagic acid which help substantially in providing protection from UVA and UVB rays. Similarly, strawberry is also packed with antioxidants and Vitamin C which protect from free radical damage. Additionally, green tea contains tannic acid which helps to soothe the sunburns.

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Studies have shown that alcohol can be a major reason for acne breakouts. It can cause imbalances in your hormones. Alcohol also affects the immune system and disables the body to fight against acne-causing bacteria. Acne is also build-up because of accumulation of toxins in the body. Cocktails, Beers etc are packed with sugar and yeast which majorly cause cancer. Stress is known to cause hormonal imbalance hence, drinking during stress and depression can be dangerous. Moreover, drinking is usually accompanied with fried or oily food which is equally harmful to the skin.

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Tanning is the most common issue we face in a country like India during the summer season and taking care of it is a huge task. There are various home remedies available to help you maintain a healthy skin and fair skin tone. The best one is the face pack of Cucumber, lemon juice and rose water which work as bleaching agents. Face pack of Papaya and Honey, face pack of Tomato, lemon juice, and yogurt, face pack of milk powder, honey and almond oil etc. also work effectively to soften and improve your skin tone. For best results, of course, use it regularly.

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Almond oil, like coconut oil, is widely used as carrier oil or base oil by various hair oil manufacturing companies. Pure almond oil is really good for the hair and skin as it is a rich source of Vitamins E and A. It nourishes the dry and lifeless skin completely. It works effectively for the treatment of dandruff and hair damage. It also helps to keep a check on inflammation, scalp infections, and to treat skin infections like eczema and psoriasis. Moreover, it also lightens the skin and removes tan thereby giving it a refreshing glow.

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It’s summer! You should eat food which is not only healthy for your body but also for your skin. Food items which are rich in antioxidants, fibre, vitamins C and E and proteins like Blueberries, Tomatoes, Green Tea, Legumes etc. which protect your skin by preventing cellular damage from free radicals. Pomegranate and walnuts are also very healthy for the skin as the former helps the skin to create more collagen for faster recovery and the latter makes it smoother. So eat healthy and flaunt your beautiful skin!

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The dry Gulaal and well colors used during Holi are not derived from natural sources and are extremely harmful to skin as they contain mica and lead which are collect on the scalp and irritate the skin. Apart from that, exposure to the sun tans the skin and makes it dull after playing. The basic precautions are applying a sunscreen before going out, conditioner on hair, transparent nail varnish on nails etc. After returning, use a cleansing cream or lotion after washing your face with plain water. You can use Sesame seeds and Vegetable oil to make your own cleanser.

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When bananas are ripe, an enzyme known as tyrosinase causes small and round black dots on their skin which may help to unlock an easier and faster way of diagnosing human skin cancer because the same enzyme is present in human skin as well. It is found in large quantity in the skin of people affected from Melanoma, which is a deadly form of skin cancer. A team of scientists observed this similarity which helped them build a cancer scanner which was proved effective when first tested on banana peels and then on human tissue.

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A new study, published in the journal Acta Dermato-Venereologica, warns that psychological stress can be associated with skin complaints such as itchy skin and flaky patches on the scalp. The study aimed to assess the relationship between perceived psychological stress and the prevalence of various skin symptoms in a large sample of undergraduate students. "Previous studies have demonstrated an association between stress and skin symptoms, but those studies relied on small patient samples, or focused their analyses on a single skin disease," said corresponding author of the study Gil Yosopovitch from Temple University in Philadelphia, US.

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