AmandaStone

The Safest Tan Under The Sun

Do you desire that sun-kissed glow, but don't want to expose your skin to the sun's damaging rays? Most people want healthy looking tan skin, but not everyone has the time to sun bathe or visit a tanning booth. And exposing your skin to ultraviolet radiat... Read >

Banish Dry Winter Skin!

It may be winter, but that doesn't mean your skin has to be dry and flakey. It's time to put an end to those cold season skin issues! We gathered a list of tips to help combat the "winter skin blues". Check out these 10 ways to take better care of your ... Read >

The Truth About Parabens

What are parabens? Why should we avoid products containing them? Parabens are a type of synthetic preservative used in a wide range of cosmetics. They are commonly found in many personal care products, such as lotion, toothpaste, shampoo, shaving gel, lub... Read >

Dangers of Tanning

How safe are tanning beds anyway? Not safe at all - according to a recent report from the World Health Organization. In this report, sunlamps and tanning booths have been reclassified from "probably" carcinogenic to "carcinogenic to humans" due to their ... Read >

Benefits of Facial Massage

Facial massage is a treatment that helps achieve healthy, younger looking skin by slowing down the aging process. Massage is considered to be one of the oldest forms of healing. Along with numerous skin benefits, facial massage also provides relief for st... Read >

How To Use Essential Oils

Essential oils have powerful effects through our sense of smell. Simply inhaling their aroma elicits an immediate olfactory response and provides for ready absorption in the bloodstream. The aromas of essential oil activate the limbic system, which suppor... Read >

Beware of DEET in Insect Repellants

Think twice before using insect repellants containing the common active ingredient, DEET. Inrecent studies, DEET has been found to be toxic to the central nervous system in both insects and mammals. Although DEET is very powerful at repelling insects, the... Read >

The Herbal Wonders of Calendula

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a garden plant with orange-gold or yellow blooms that has a strong and distinctive scent. Calendula is also known as garden marigold, Mary bud, holligold, goldbloom, golds, ruddes, bull's eyes, and pot marigold. The ca... Read >

Advantages of Private Label Products

Private label products or services are those manufactured or provided by one company for offer under another company's brand. These are also known as store brands, private label brands, or private label goods. Private brands are available in a wide range... Read >

How Can Jojoba Improve My Skin and Hair

Jojoba is derived from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis desert plant, and has numerous uses in a variety of industries. This liquid extract is highly regarded as an effective conditioner, moisturizer, cleanser and softener for the skin and hair. Jojob... Read >

Peel Your Way to Better Skin!

A chemical peel is a facial treatment used to improve the texture of the skin by applying a chemical solution that causes the shedding of old damaged surface cells. This treatment leaves the regenerated skin smoother and less wrinkled. Chemical peels are ... Read >

How CoQ10 Fights Skin Aging

Coenzyme Q10 (known as CoQ10 or ubiquinone) is a naturally occurring molecule that is quite beneficial in cosmetics for healthy skin. This vitamin like substance is responsible for converting nutrients into energy at the basic, fundamental cellular level.... Read >

Bug Away - Safe Alternatives

Insect repellent sprays are applied to the skin and clothing to discourage insects from landing on that surface. The use of repellents can help prevent and control outbreaks of insect-borne diseases. Many insects carry and spread diseases such as West Nil... Read >

Is Natural Sunscreen Really Best?

Sunscreen, or sunblock, is a lotion, gel, or spray that is applied to exposed skin to protect it from damaging sunlight. These products work by absorbing or reflecting the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation to protect against sunburn. Most experts recommend... Read >

Smokin' Hot Skin Care for Men

The ambition to look good and stay healthy is not for women alone. Men also appreciate skin that is healthy, clean, and youthful because it is a valuable tool for success and self confidence. Many skin care cosmetics that were once considered for women on... Read >