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I am a Holistic Nutritionist, a new mom and the author of THE GREEN BEAUTY GUIDE: Your Essential Resource to Organic and Natural Skincare, Hair Care, Makeup and Fragrances (Amazon). I have launched an organic skincare line PETITE MARIE ORGANICS with the bestselling

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Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Acne 101: Causes, effects and treatment: 1 of 10
Why We All Have Acne: The Vicious Circle of a Blemished SkinAcne is so common because everyone has a built-in mechanism for developing it. Acne is natural, and by saying this I don't mean it is pleasant or funny. Acne happens because our own biochemistry makes it possible.Acne starts as an inflammation on a cellular level tri... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Care Tips for fighting dry skin in winter: 2 of 17
Harsh winds, frosty weather, low humidity, and central heating make our skin evaporate water at much faster rate.To lock up moisture inside our skin, we must strengthen our skin cell membranes with lipids, and here's when plant oils come handy because they are chemically very close to skin's own oils.I do not recommend using ... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to save money on food: 12 of 79
For many people home cooking became a waste of time, an annoying chore, not a pleasure. We'd rather spend the evening in front of the TV watching old sitcoms than bother with cooking something as simple as pasta with tomatoes and mozzarella. Most of us grumble even if we have to wash lettuce when we take it out of a plastic b... More..
Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Best facials for acne: 1 of 5
Acne-prone skin required regular upkeep to maintain it in prime condition, so be prepared to indulge in of high performance special treatments at least once a week. Spending just half-hour a week to care for your high-maintenance skin can mean a huge difference!Here's a weekly facial routine that you can enjoy on a Friday nig... More..
Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Can low-carb diets help reducing acne?: 1 of 4
Eating skin-friendly foods is easy, and soon you will be able to recognize acne-provoking foods at glance and form your eating habits accordingly.Our skin is the largest organ in the body, and it's incredibly responsive to nutrition. Whatever we eat, good or bad, shows up on our skin. Sometimes all it takes to get rid of acne... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care How to make your hair grow quickly: 3 of 6
Scalp massage has more than one benefit: it stimulates the hair follicles to encourage healthy hair growth and helps combat stress. Follow the steps below to reduce tension in the scalp.Why is head massage - which is so popular in India and the Orient - so good for hair and our wellbeing? Health practitioners and trichologist... More..
Style & Beauty > Makeup Does sunscreen really work?: 1 of 2
Is your sunscreen getting you sunburns? Quite possibly. For how else can you explain the meteoric rise of skin cancers in countries where sunscreens are heavily propagated, and everyone slathers cupfuls of sunscreens each time they see a ray of sunlight?A study by the Environmental Working Group found that one in every eight ... More..
Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Treating acne with benzoyl peroxide: 1 of 2
Benzoyl peroxide (BP) is the main ingredient in the vast majority of chemical-based acne treatments available over the counter, and some sources claim that this chemical can treat 100 per cent of all acne cases.As an acne treatment, benzoyl peroxide has been widely used since 1930s. There are many cleansing liquids, bars, lot... More..
Style & Beauty > Acne & Blemish Acne: How vitamins can help: 1 of 2
In treating acne, many minerals vitamins work to clear up the skin by boosting the immune and elimination body systems while gently regulating hormonal levels.Here are some vitamins that are especially beneficial for acne-prone skin. These vitamins and minerals can be taken as an intensive course while you are working to elim... More..
Health & Fitness > Dental Issues How teeth are affected by fluorides and acids: 1 of 1
It's a well-known fact: Fluoride can make your teeth stronger and reduce the risk of developing cavities. But how much is enough? Many experts claim fluoride helps fight decay and preserve teeth enamel, yet fluoride has also been linked to many adverse effects, including cancer. More and more experts today agree that fluoride... More..