Author: Jen Adkins

Who does your injections? Injection specialist, nurse, doctor, dentist, or at a “Botox” party?  Did you know the most dangerous trend these days is self-injection? The trend to inflate and erase the signs of aging is everywhere. From the oddly deformed faces of actresses from bygone eras to even the youngest and delicately featured modern day […]

There are a few new formulas of hair products popping up that actually encourage you to condition your hair first – and then shampoo!   A few other companies have streamlined this even further and have come out with a single product conditioning shampoos.  Upon seeing these new products and investigating further – I see that […]

Just when we thought we had it figured out that chocolate, and other sweets, did not cause acne per se, headlines and reports seem to tell us otherwise.  These reports are stating that they have absolute proof that chocolate does cause acne! I have looked into the reports and what many dermatologists, scientists, and health […]

The latest rage among the celebrity set is oxygen facials.  These specialized facials are basic facials using a special machine which delivers concentrated atomized moisturizer to your skin.   The claims are that your skin will look younger, healthier, and have a huge dose of antioxidants delivered transdermally into your body. These facials cost on average […]

Mothers Day is only a week away.   If you are like me you want to get your Mom a great gift but you just don’t know what that perfect gift is.  We have the perfect solution for you – a gift basket full of ZENMED products!!  It’s simple – all you have to do is […]

Can you feel it?  Spring is in the air!  This is the time of year that everyone looks forward to.   Very soon tank tops, shorts, and flip flops will be replacing sweaters, jeans, and boots so you will want to get your body ready.   First, you should start off by exfoliating your body.   This will […]

In my last post I told you all about the amazing benefits of eggs.   Since they are so cheap and easy to get there is no excuse not to eat them.   In case you are at a loss for what to make, here is a fantastic healthy recipe that will start your day in a […]

In honor of Easter weekend I will be discussing what I think of when someone says Easter – no, not chocolate – it’s eggs! Eggs pack a powerful little punch!   Not only are they cheap to buy, easy to cook, and an important ingredient in all my favorite foods like cookies and brownies, but they […]

I know by now you have heard of Brazilian blowouts, and are maybe considering getting one.   But have you also heard all of the news lately regarding the dangers?   Let me talk to you about the pros and cons of this new, high-profile treatment. First of all – let me explain what it is and […]

Cucumbers are a great food for anyone!  Not only do they contain lots of health benefits if you eat them but they are also great to put on your skin. Everyone knows that you can put cucumber slices on your eyes to reduce puffiness and help you relax.  Rubbing a few slices of cucumber over […]

Do you find that your hair lately has been a lot thinner than you remembered it being?  When you put it up in a ponytail do you have to wrap the band around three times now instead of only two?  Sometimes thinning hair can be an indication of something that’s wrong in your body, or […]

If you don’t like applying your makeup every morning there is a solution for you.  Permanent makeup artists will apply permanent pigment to your skin to resemble makeup.  This commonly includes eye liner, shadows, brow filler, and lip liner.  This procedure does have its pros and cons. The pros would be that you could save […]

Apples are among some of the best foods out there to help your body and skin.  They’re cheap, easy to eat, and most varieties are available most of the year so you don’t have to worry about them being hard to find. Apples contain a huge amount of fiber which helps to keep your body […]

There have been a few reports lately on some new spas in North America that offer cold saunas.  This is nothing new to Europeans where it has been used since the 1800’s, and they are even used worldwide in some Olympic facilities to heal and invigorate athletes before and/or after their performances.  Let’s see why […]

OMG – I have just eaten the best thing ever!  I got the suggestion from watching the food network and made it my own.  This is so easy, so healthy, and so tasty – you have to try it! Freeze a few bananas – I tend to have a bunch in the freezer anyway because […]

Here are a few great ideas for face masks you can use with ingredients most of us have in our own kitchens!   So the next time you feel like your skin needs a treat and you don’t have any of your favorite mask on hand – whip up one of these. A great place to […]

If you have ever had a manicure or pedicure at a spa you have probably had, or at least been offered, a paraffin wax hand or foot treatment.   These are meant to be extremely soothing and deeply moisturizing and can make your hands and/or feet very soft and smooth. Paraffin wax is a manmade wax […]

Love nachos but hate the grease they leave behind on your hands and the way you feel stuffed in a bad way after you inhale a batch while out with friends or sitting on your couch in front of a hockey game or movie?  Here are some great tips on making nachos in a healthier […]

Do you like to relax in the evenings with a mask on your face?   Masks can be extremely beneficial to your skin and provide it with the nutrients it needs.   I will be doing a post in the near future on some masks you can make using what you find in your fridge for you […]

Today I will be talking about something most people find pretty gross – fungus.   And although it can sound and look pretty gross – it is actually very common.  In fact, most of us have had a small fungal infection somewhere on our skin at some time or another and not known about it!  Some […]

Do you avoid shaving because those annoying razor bumps and ingrown hairs are actually more annoying and unsightful than having hairy legs or a hairy face?  It is the wintertime – you could just hide under your pants or hat and not shave for a while, however I do have some tips that will help […]

You may know parsley as just that little green tree-like piece of garnish thrown on the side or top of your plate in restaurants that is generally pushed off to the side and not eaten.  But parsley actually has some surprisingly great health and skin benefits. Parsley is fantastic for digestion and for breath freshening […]

If you have clusters of small painless bumps on your skin you may be suffering from keratosis pilaris.  This condition often occurs on the cheeks, buttocks, thighs, and on the back of the arms and is often mistaken for a rash, acne, or even goose bumps.  Some people refer to this condition as “chicken skin”. […]

Have you ever gone to bed without removing your makeup?  Other than waking up the next morning with makeup smudged all over your face and pillow you are actually doing some significant damage to your skin. Even if you are wearing the so called breathable, or natural, makeup’s, leaving them on overnight and having them […]