Choose fragrance-free products. That sweet-smelling fragrance of your favorite skincare product may not be as sweet as you think. Companies aren’t required to list the fragrant chemicals on product labels or to test them for human toxicity. The result can cause allergies, difficulty breathing, skin irritation, rash and it may even be toxic to the [...]
So where can you go to find skin-safe and environmentally sustainable products? Here are several strategies that won’t compromise your heath or the planet’s.
1. Opt for organic products. The next time you’re in the beauty isle, choose products that feature the official Eco-Cert label or the USDA Organic seal. According to these labels, ingredients have [...]
An eco-conscious approach to skincare has never been so important- or so easy! Discover which products to avoid and what products to keep as you create a green skincare routine.
Top reasons to go green
Keep your skin safe. Take a look at the ingredients listed on the back of your favorite skincare product. It’s likely that [...]
The good news is that acne on the body can easily be treated with a little common sense and good hygiene. For starters, shower as soon as possible after exercise, vigorous activity or sweating. Choose a body wash with salicylic acid to control bumps and increase cell turnover. Murad Acne Body Wash has triclosan, as [...]
Certain factors can increase the chances of developing acne on the chest or arms, or cause existing body acne to become worse.
Tight Clothing
If your clothes are constricting of the fabric rubs against the skin, it can create pressure, friction and irritation. Also, keep in mind that some fabrics don’t breathe as well as others, so [...]
Just when you thought you had it under control, annoying bumps and breakouts can show up in the most unlikely places- on the chest and backs of the arms. Acne can show up on the body for many reasons, at any age.
Causes
Although acne is most often associated with the face, it’s not uncommon for breakouts [...]
Benefit
Bones are probably the last body part you’re expect to affect the health and wellness of skin. But, bones support all of the soft tissues in the body. When weight is applied to the bones, with weight bearing exercises like lifting weights, the body deposits more minerals into the bones, which makes them denser and [...]
Benefit
The cardiovascular system is a primary contributor to healthy skin. Specifically, the lungs- responsible for delivering oxygen and removing harmful carbon dioxide from the body- benefit greatly from aerobic activity. With regular exercise, you flood the cells with oxygen, improving stamina and lung function, as well as potentially improving the tone, clarity, texture and color [...]
Benefit
One of the most important muscles to strengthen through exercise is the heart. Responsible for sending oxygenated blood to the organs, a healthy heart is crucial to healthy skin. New studies have suggested that regular exercise may spur the production of new blood vessels in the heart, contributing to skin and cardiovascular health.
Activity
Running is one [...]
So much goes into caring for the skin, but in our haste to get the latest anti-aging serum or hydrating cream, we forge about all of the natural ways to keep skin clear and healthy. Exercise doesn’t just contribute to better health, added energy and reduced stress, it’s also vital for the health of our [...]