Tag: skin

Life Drawing: Lots of beards and abstract skin!

I attended the latest of the new(now-ish) life drawing group in my city which runs themed drawing events each month. This month’s theme was “Rome”, as articulated by a selection of props (which save for a big stick the model lent on a few times I actually mostly ignored!), and some...

The Skin of Reality

When I visit Kari Gatzke’s studio, which I have done a couple of times now, there’s coffee waiting, very good coffee, and cookies. This is, outwardly, a reunion of friends. Yet at the same time, this encounter features an underlying atmosphere of ritual observance, despite the warmth ...

Hypnotherapy for Eczema, Acne and other skin disorders

Our skin as an organ is known to be sensitive to negative emotions. The emotions themselves aren’t the problem. It’s the way we shut them out and deny them. Emotions have energy. Shut them out and they come in some other way- sometimes through the skin. They show up as acne, ec...

Caste-based Lighter Skin Preferences

In her anecdote, what Wilkerson omits and people unfamiliar with Indian culture might not realize, is this: since the sister’s marriage was being arranged through family channels, the young men coming to interview the sister shared her caste. In other words, rejection or exclusion based on cas...

The skin color and complexion of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ)

Azhar means that he had a white complexion mixed with redness; Ibn Hajar said, “Azhar means white imbued with redness. This was explicitly mentioned in another hadeeth by Anas as well, which was reported by Muslim, Sa’eed ibn Mansoor, At-Tayaalisi, At-Tirmithi and Al-Haakim, and it ...

Why Is My Dark Skin Inferior To Your Light Skin?

I was 13, she was 11. I had light skin, hers was dark. Because my skin tone made people deem me more attractive than her, she was obsessed with using Fair & Lovely, a popular skincare brand from India that lightens your skin. My cousin grew up in Nepal. I grew up in Japan. Almost every ...

Don’t Make Fun of Sammy Sosa’s Skin-Bleaching, Try to Understand it…

When the first images appeared of Sosa bleaching his skin, I was asked a question about him on a panel and it was a question that was asked in a very: “You better criticize him” way. I responded: “If you expect me to criticize a man I 100% understand you are sadly mistaken.” ...

Light Skin Problems Vol.1

I am aware of the history of the passable light-skin black woman in the United States. Of individuals who have shunned their black relatives to become entrenched in white society to gain status, acceptance and basic human dignity. Of the invention of paper bag tests — the intra ethnic discrimi...

How I think about white privilege

I’m a white person. That means a bunch of things, including the fact that, because of my skin color, I’m heralded as being better, smarter, more credible than Black people. And it also means that I have a ton of learning to do — both about myself, my complicity and silence, and als...

Inked Skin: Of art sacred and profane

In modern, post-colonial times, we live with the belief that tattoos are a symbol of criminality, lawlessness, and in many cases, slavery. Flooded with all these negative connotations, it’s no wonder tattoos have been regarded for decades (even centuries) as an undesirable marker. Yet we ar...

Skin Cancer Genes: Unlikely Heroes in Heart Healing

Researchers have identified a set of genes, originally linked to the aggressive growth of skin cancer cells, that exhibit remarkable regenerative capabilities. These genes play a crucial role in the rapid cell division seen in skin cancer, and scientists are now exploring their potential application...

Exploring Frogs With Transparent Skin

I’m a big fan of frogs and toads. I have toad and frog tchotchkes scattered throughout my home. When I was just a little tyke, we lived in a suburb that had a pond at the end of our street. A little stream flowed out of that pond, and every spring, we kids on the block would see tadpoles wiggl...

Skin Cancer Genes: Unlikely Heroes in Heart Healing

How I cured myself from the incurable “skin writing disease”

In my 7 years-long search for curing it, I stumbled across many articles and stories, but I did not find any solutions. I read a lot about similar conditions — sun, cold, and stress initiated. Mine was purely pressure related, but the solution I found should be useful even for those not pre...

Shedding My Skin

We’ve all been there. Those blurry nights, the questionable choices, the people we hung out with because, well, they were there. We cling to the hope that the world is vast enough to swallow our past whole, that nobody will unearth the skeletons in my closet. Then, just when life feels perf...

Inked Skin: Of art sacred and profane

My grandmother believed only sailors and criminals wore tattoos. Indeed, many of the older generation hold that misconception, and use it to justify the varied frowns and scowls whenever an inked individual crosses to their side of the street. Photo: Priscilla du Preez True enough, th...

Achieve Radiant Skin with This Effective Skin Care Routine

Introduction: Taking care of your skin is essential for maintaining its health and appearance. A good skin care routine can help prevent acne, reduce signs of aging, and keep your skin looking radiant. In this article, we’ll explore an effective skin care routine that you can follow to achieve...

Best Korean Skin Care Products for Glass Skin

The ethereal glow of “glass skin” has taken the beauty world by storm, and Korean skincare routines are often hailed as the holy grail for achieving it. But amidst the hype and countless product recommendations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure where to start. Thi...

Beauty: Natural Skin Care Food

The article discusses the benefits of cocoa flavanols, powerful antioxidants found in chocolate on skin health and aging. These flavanols combat oxidative stress, a primary contributor to aging and skin deterioration. The article provides evidence-based insights into how these diet...

Unlock Flawless Skin with the Cetaphil Cleansing Bar: Your Ultimate Guide to a Clear and Glowing Complexion

For All Skin Types  Tips and Tricks fort Optimizing Results with Cetaphil Cleansing Bar: Proper application and usage are crucial to getting the maximum effectiveness from Cthaphil Cleansing Bar. Start by wetting your face with lukewarm water, lathering up the cleansing bar in your hands, massa...

Simple Oily Skin Tips & Tricks That No One Knows

Ifyou have oily skin that often appears shiny and greasy, you may be looking for ways to achieve a healthy and balanced complexion. Fortunately, there are a variety of tried-and-tested methods that can help keep oily skin at bay, without resorting to harsh chemicals or expensive treatments. In this ...

Discover the Secret to Flawless Skin with Cetaphil Pro — The Dermatologists’ Go-To Solution for All Your Skin Needs!

Overview of Cetaphil Pro and its Main Ingredients A great place to put the backlink would be within the sentence “With gentle yet effective ingredients that suit all types of skin types,  Cetaphil Pro makes an excellent choice  when consumers require effective yet gentle solutions...

Why is My Skin Face not Smooth?

The ingredients in your skincare products may be contributing to rough, dry skin. To be on the safe side, avoid any potentially irritating ingredients like denatured alcohol.” Another culprit? “A lack of sun protection. “Prolonged UVA exposure damages the collagen fibers in the ski...

Habits that make my skin flawless

Picture yourself walking into a vibrant garden, surrounded by blooming flowers, and golden sunlight shining down on everything. You see a woman standing amidst this picturesque scene, and her skin glows with a luminous radiance that captivates everyone around her. Do you ever wonder how some women s...

My 5-Minute Morning Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin

Hey there, early birds and skincare enthusiasts! Are you ready to wake up and glow? Let me spill the beans on my 5-minute morning skincare routine that keeps my skin beaming like a radiant sunrise. Trust me, it’s super easy and totally doable even if you’re not a morning person. ...

7 Signs You’re Over Exfoliating Your Skin | You Glow Gal

Exfoliating is a crucial beauty regimen step, but what happens if you overdo it? Not enough and your products can’t penetrate rough, dull skin. Too much and you could be dealing with uncomfortable, unhappy skin. Finding a delicate balance between over exfoliating and getting just the right ...

Sip Your Way to Radiant Skin: Lipton Green Tea’s Beauty Secrets Revealed

Have you ever wondered how to have beautiful, healthy skin that radiates vitality? It’s simple to miss the natural beauty secrets that nature has to give because there are so many skincare products available on the market. But what if I told you that there is a skin-care secret ready to be unc...

Glutathione: Unveiling the Secret Behind Celebrity Skin Beauty

The quest for radiant, flawless skin has led to a myriad of skincare trends and products, with one particular element capturing the attention of both beauty enthusiasts and celebrities alike: glutathione. Often referred to as the “master antioxidant,” glutathione has risen to fame as a p...

What is the Difference Between Dusk Skin Tone and Wheatish Skin Tone

Dusk” and “wheatish” are subjective terms that can vary in meaning depending on the context and the person using them. However, generally speaking, “dusk” typically refers to a deeper shade of brown, while “wheatish” refers to a medium to light brown skin to...

What is Skin Rejuvenating Set And How It Will Help You?

A Skin Rejuvenating Set is a set of skincare products that work creatively together to treat skin concerns such as dark skin, acne, pimples, dark spots, discoloration and hyper-pigmentation. You can find in rejuvenatingsets.com several brands of rejuvenating sets, such as, Rejuvenating Sets By ...

Makeup Tips For Bridal Makeup On Oily Skin

These professional suggestions for applying makeup if you have an oily complexion come from a cosmetic professional and a makeup academy in Hyderabad You can check with your makeup artist on the following to see if they can accommodate them in your look. Priming your skin is a must Usi...

A Comprehensive Review of Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Cream: Revitalize and Rejuvenate Your Skin

In the quest for youthful and radiant skin, Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Cream has become a popular choice among skincare enthusiasts. Boasting the benefits of collagen peptides, this cream promises to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin, minimizing signs of aging. In this comprehensive r...

These 4 Skin Habits Makes You Age Faster | Health Series pt1.

This is the first post on our health series from experts. Eight bad skincare habits and how to fix them. You’ve tried every trick written in the beauty Bible. You wash your face before bedtime, apply anti-aging cream to each wrinkle, and switch skincare products so often that you’re sure...

5 Quick Home Remedies to Fight Oily Skin in Summers:

Our skin faces a lot of problems in summer the biggest among which is oily skin. There can be many causes behind having oily skin like genetics, warm and humid weather, large open pores, stress, using too much make-up or heavy chemical products, not cleansing the skin properly, and many others. Oily...

How to Use Castor oil for Skin Tightening?

Hey gorgeous souls! If you're on a quest for that ageless, glow-from-within skin, then guess what? There's an ancient secret waiting to be spilled – castor oil! This little magic potion, straight from the seeds of the castor plant, has been cherished through generations for its incredi...

Gentle Exfoliation: Top 5 Face Scrubs for Sensitive Skin

When it comes to skincare, finding the right exfoliator for sensitive skin can be a challenge. Harsh scrubs can cause irritation and redness, leaving your skin feeling anything but soothed. However, fear not, as there are gentle yet effective face scrubs tailored specifically for sensitive skin type...

Natural Ways to Have Nicer Skin

Having nicer skin is a dream. But. Overly stressed lifestyle, unhealthy diet and everlasting chemicals all play factors in the condition of our skin. The typical skin problems include oily skin, which becomes greasy within an hour after washing, pimples or discoloration. Cosmetics companies keep ...

The Best Skincare Products for Sensitive Skin

In today’s world, taking care of your skin is more important than ever. With the abundance of skincare products available in the market, it can be overwhelming to find the right products, especially if you have sensitive skin. Sensitive skin requires extra care and attention, as using the wron...

Skin allergies — Causes, symptoms, treatments — Women Health

Skin allergies are common in both children and adults. An allergy may not be life-threatening, but it can make people sick and hinder their work and daily life. What is skin allergy? Skin allergy is a skin disorder caused by many different causes. Allergies can occur when the body responds to ...

10 Must-Have Skincare Products for Glowing Skin

Taking care of your skin is essential for maintaining a healthy and radiant complexion. With the plethora of skincare products available on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right ones for your skin type and concerns. To help you navigate through the sea of options, we have curated a ...

Top 5 Best moisturizers for acne-prone skin suggested by dermatologists

You already know that moisturizing is essential for your skin. But did you know that even if you have acne-prone skin, options are still available to you? By taking the time to read and research the ingredients, you can find the perfect moisturizer that will leave your skin looking an...

7 Ways to Use Coconut Oil for Skin Tightening

The natural aging process and environmental factors cause the skin to lose its elasticity. Aging reduces the body’s ability to produce collagen and elastin — two proteins that keep the skin tight and supple. And environmental factors such as air pollution, sun exposure, and airborne toxi...

Embracing Skin Love with Ordinary Skincare: A Personal Journey

Hey there, fellow skincare enthusiasts! Today, let’s dive deep into the world of skincare, self-love, and the magic of Ordinary Skincare. Because let’s face it — our skin deserves all the love and care we can give it, and Ordinary is here to help us do just that. So grab ...

10 Must-Have Skincare Products for Healthy Skin

Taking care of your skin is essential for maintaining a healthy and youthful appearance. With the myriad of skincare products available in the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right ones for your skin type and concerns. To help you navigate through the sea of options, we have curated a l...

Best Budget-Friendly Skincare Products for Sensitive Skin

In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of our skin is more important than ever. However, finding the right skincare products for sensitive skin can be a daunting task. Sensitive skin requires gentle yet effective products that won’t cause irritation or breakouts. To help you navigate t...

What is Skin Cancer? Types, Symptoms, Causes

Skin cancer affects millions of people worldwide, and it is a global health concern with varying majority across different regions in the world. Skin cells can evolve as malignant tissues that result in skin cancer, which is a potentially lethal disease. It happens when abnormal ch...

Which acids are suitable for SKIN OF COLOR.

So let’s start. If you have read my previous post, you would know I have been diagnosed with PCOS and so I suffer with acne. I normally would speak to my dermatologist for help, but this is something I have started doing now. Previously I would just ask people for help or use products that ...

Unveiling Radiance: The Science Behind CeraVe Moisturizing Cream’s Skin Hydration

At the heart of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream lies a meticulously crafted blend of ingredients aimed at replenishing and retaining moisture in the skin. Hyaluronic acid, renowned for its ability to hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, acts as a powerful humectant, drawing moisture into the skin&rs...

What Is Skin Minimalism and Why Is More Than Just A Trend In 2024?

While it’s true that complete and efficient skincare routines require a set of diversified skincare products, it doesn’t necessarily have to be this way. You can target your skin problems with little to no effort if you know how to properly apply skin minimali...

Best Skin Solutions

The Impact of Skin Problems Skin problems plague a large percentage of the population, and their effects can be both physically and emotionally frustrating. Many individuals experience various skin conditions that can range from mild irritations to chronic and debilitating ailments. The impact of...

Budget-Friendly Skincare Products for Radiant Skin

In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of our skin is more important than ever. With the rise of social media and the constant pressure to look our best, having radiant and healthy skin has become a top priority for many people. However, achieving that coveted glow doesn’t have to brea...

Asphyxiated Skin — Causes, Treatment Options, and More

What is asphyxiated skin? Asphyxiated skin is the type of skin that occurs due to a lack of water in the body. It may be because the utility of the wrong astringent kind of beauty and cosmetic products, has completely blocked the pilosebaceous follicle. When the individual’s body does ...