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Photo by Caju Gomes on Unsplash Summer is upon us, and that means we’re heading outside! This season can be great for the body (especially those Vitamin D levels) but there are some products that can help us stay healthy this summer – from your …
Everyone wants thick hair, bright, younger-looking skin and strong nails. But achieving that can often be difficult for some people. However, with the right products and treatment, to keep your skin soft during the winter is easy. With plenty of formulas on the market, it …
There’s a reason why aloe vera is now a major ingredient in numerous skin and hair care products, and it’s not just because it’s great for that sunburn! Aloe’s use can be traced back about 6,000 years to Ancient Egypt, where it had a variety of uses, including the treatment of wounds and for hair loss.
Aloe vera contains many vitamins, essential amino acids, minerals like copper and zinc, plant steroids and fatty acids. Today, the gel of the aloe vera plant is most commonly used for the skin, while aloe vera supplementation is used to get the benefits of the plant from the inside, out.
The juice of the Aloe leaf is a natural way to enhance your oral health, especially for your teeth and gums. When compared to common chemicals found in many mouthwashes, aloe vera has been shown to reduce gingival plaque and bleeding gums. According to the Journal of Pharmacy & BioAllied Sciences, aloe vera is effective in controlling bacteria that causes cavities and does not contain abrasives found in most toothpastes.
Aloe vera is commonly used in hair care products to soothe the scalp and to repair damaged hair cells. It is also used in many conditioners and hair treatment masks to tame frizz. Because it has the ability to increase blood circulation, aloe may also promote hair growth, as you may start to see hair breakage and loss slow down.
Aloe vera gel extracted from the aloe vera plant is commonly known as a multitasker for our skin. It is great for providing moisture, healing burns, soothing and calming inflammation like rashes and eczema. In a study published in the journal The Annals of Dermatology, 30 women over the age of 45 applied a topical application of the aloe gel to their skin that increased collagen production and improved the skin’s elasticity over a 90-day period.
Found under the skin of the aloe leaf is latex – a sticky, yellow residue – that actually had been used to provide digestive benefits, especially for constipation. This is due to the latex having a strong laxative effect.
Photo by Glen Carrie on Unsplash Avocados are the biggest thing since flare jeans. There’s new restaurants opening using avocado as its main ingredient. There’s millions of photos on Instagram of avocado toast. There’s even avocado ice cream. And all of this is for good …
Photo by Lucaxx Freire on Unsplash Collagen is one of the most popular buzzwords in the health and nutrition world today. But what is Collagen and what are its benefits? We break down everything you need to know, from skin health to bone health and …
The skin is the largest organ in the body and it is responsible for many functions that contribute to our health and well-being. It protects the body against physical and chemical aggressions, serves as a sensorial receptor, regulates body temperature, and supplies our cells with oxygen, water, and minerals. It also synthesizes Vitamin D from the sun, which is essential for healthy, strong bones and bone growth.
But winter months can leave your skin feeling dry and looking dull due to harsh weather conditions. Here are some tips to maintain it all season long –
If you’re head gets cold, you make sure to put on a hat. The same thinking should be carried out when your lips get dry – put on some protection! The dryness of winter can leave your lips dry, chapped and may even cause stinging or burning. You’ll want to use a product that moistens your lips the natural way – with antioxidants. Applying antioxidant-emollient protection to your lips may also provide immune support, while keeping your lips moisturized.
Not only do moisturizers provide hydration for the skin, but they may also counteract the effects of aging. Moisturizers that contain Vitamin D and Collagen can enhance moisture, smoothness, texture and resilience. The addition of essential vitamins may also help revitalize skin affected by fine lines and wrinkles, and help to exfoliate your skin, removed dead skin cells.
Approximately 70% of skin and 36% of bone is made out of collagen. Collagen is used to form skin, hair, nails and bone. It naturally slows with age, starting at about age 25, at a rate of about 1.5% per year. A study in the journal Skin Pharmacology and Physiology reports that applying collagen cosmetics to the face will fill in lines, reduce wrinkles, and increases moisture content. Collagen is also available as a dietary supplement in powdered form, easily mixed into your favorite beverages.
Sixty percent of what you apply to your skin is absorbed into your body, according to Mariesette Zeyl, ND of InVite® Health. “It is likely that your daily go-to skin care routine contains products that are loaded with harmful toxins and chemicals that could be affecting your health negatively. You may not notice immediate reactions to these products, but overtime the toxic burden can slowly build up in our bodies.” Here are some ingredients that you should avoid. Remember: If you can’t pronounce it, then it probably isn’t good for you!
Start using Products with these Ingredients
Here’s why these ingredients can benefit your skin and overall health, according to Mariesette Zeyl, ND of InVite Health!