Using Jojoba Oil for Acne

Using Jojoba Oil for Acne

The Jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinenis) is native to Northern Mexico and America. Jojoba oil is extracted from the seeds of the plant which has a golden colour. The processed variety is clear in colour. Jojoba oil is not so much oil but more of a wax ester, it is very...
How Stress Affects Your Skin and Health

How Stress Affects Your Skin and Health

Stress can have such a detrimental effect on both your skin and health. For many years it has been associated with high blood pressure and strokes but stress can cause sudden acne and rosacea flare-ups as well. When you become stressed your cortisol levels which is...
5 Common Skin Care Myths

5 Common Skin Care Myths

It has been said that if you look at someone’s skin it can tell you a whole lifetime of stories, including their lifestyle choices and their skin care routine. What does your skin say about you? If you are confused about what to believe and what not to believe...
Using Echinacea for Problem Skin

Using Echinacea for Problem Skin

Echinacea, also known as the (purple cornflower) is a native North American plant which is found in open wooded areas. It is has been used in herbal remedies for many years to treat many different ailments.  There are nine species of echinacea and purpurea is...
The Importance of Keeping Your Skin Hydrated

The Importance of Keeping Your Skin Hydrated

Keeping your skin hydrated is vital not only for the health of your skin but without enough water your body simply won’t function properly. The skin plays a very important part in the health of your body and water plays a key role in the maintenance of healthy...