Developed in 1919 as a moisturizer for the rough, dry hands of Iowa farmers working in the cornfields, Corn Huskers Lotion is closer to a gel than a creamy lotion. The main ingredient after water is glycerin, which helps seal in moisture. The use of Corn Huskers Lotion is not limited to soothing dry hands.
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Navel piercings, also known as belly rings, have become increasingly common in the last several decades. Those who choose to remove their navel jewelry may find that they have an unsightly scar, particularly if the piercing was traumatized in some way.
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Fuze Slenderize is a low calorie and low sugar beverage. According to the product website, DrinkFuze.com, the beverage contains energy and metabolism boosting ingredients to help slenderize your body. There are no studies indicating that Fuze Slenderize will help you lose weight.
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Anything from a deep gouge to a light, seemingly harmless scratch can create a scar, which occurs when tissue forms over a wound that is healing. Most scars appear lighter in color than the unaffected skin around them.
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The amount of damage that an acne lesion does to the skin's layers will determine if a scar will develop. If damage is done to the lower layers, the dermis, it is likely that acne scarring will appear.
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During the toddler years, it is normal for your child to gain between three to five pounds a year. Babycenter states that proper nutrition is essential for mental and physical development.
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Exercising isn’t always about losing weight. If getting in shape without losing weight is the goal, it’s important to know which rules of exercise and dieting you should follow.
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Underarm wetness is an embarrassing problem, but a quick swipe of antiperspirant keeps sweat at bay. Aluminum-based antiperspirants help stop sweat by temporarily blocking pores. It's effective, but some research suggests that these products aren't good for the body's health.
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Acne is problematic no matter where on the body it shows up, but when it takes over a highly visible area such as your chin, it can be quite irritating. Acne is the result of your body producing too much sebaceous oil.
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Nipple piercings vie with navel piercings as the most popular below-the-neck body adornment. They can take a long time to heal completely--from three to four months for men and six to nine months for women.
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Corticosteroid medications are derivatives of corticosteroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands, and they are available in topical, oral and injectable form.
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For most people, danger, fear or anger get tears flowing, but it's also possible to laugh until you cry. Crying can actually be beneficial for your health by offsetting the effects of adrenaline and cortisol, helping ease stress.
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According to Mayo Clinic.com, the most common treatments for facial pock marks and acne scars include laser treatments, surgery, dermabrasion and tissue fillers like collagen. While these treatments do work, they are expensive and somewhat invasive and may not be worth the cost for some people.
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Essential oils add fragrance to homemade body creams, soaps, massage lotions and other cosmetics. Most essential oils are too strong to apply directly to your skin. To avoid irritation, you'll need to dilute them with a carrier oil.
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Clogged pores can cause blackheads, whiteheads or even skin infections. Oils, dead skin cells and debris can all clog pores. Keeping your skin clean is key, but finding the right cleanser may take some trial and error. This list provides you with some guidelines as to the best cleansers for clogged pores.
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Colloidal oatmeal, a common ingredient in skin and bath products, contributes exfoliating, soothing and moisturizing properties. If you don't want to purchase premade soap, you can make your own by melting an unscented bar of soap, mixing in the desired amount of oatmeal and then allowing it to cool.
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Gut fat is more serious than fat at any other location on your body. It is this fat that can lead to deep visceral adiposity, which increases your disease risk, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Calluses, the result of repeated friction, are the skin's way of building a protective layer. These thick, dry, yellowish patches usually appear on the feet or hands. Over time, calluses can become uncomfortably large and rough.
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Those over the age of 40 will find that some changes such as developing new skin care and eating rituals are needed to stay looking young. As your skin and body age, changing the way you take of your body and style yourself can help you take a decade or more off of your look.
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A diffuser is an attachment applied to the end of a hair dryer. It is generally rounded and features several long, rod-like pieces. A diffuser is most often used when drying curly or wavy hair because of the special properties this hair type has.
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