Improving aesthetic appearance involves a range of treatments from topical retinoids and acids to injectable fillers and advanced laser technology.
Eye puffiness and swollen fingers are most likely not life-threatening problem but can cause discomfort or make you feel insecure about your appearance. There are a number of causes to both, some of which you can correct yourself and others that might require a doctor to prescribe medication.
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You might not be able to change your height or your complexion, but you have a lot of control over your body. It's possible to go from flabby to toned with regular exercise, a healthy diet and lots of hard work. Genetic factors can play a role, and not all people can develop the definition of a body builder.
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Dark circles beneath your eyes can make you look fatigued and older than you are. Eye creams promise to heal the shaded areas but are not usually enough to remove the stubborn rings. Changes to your diet may improve the condition of the skin under your baby blues -- or greens or browns.
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India ink is a black pigment generally made from fine soot with a binding agent. The upside of India ink is its use in the art world to create drawings, comics and calligraphy. The downside of this form of ink is its use for homemade tattoos.
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You don't have to spend thousands of dollars on cosmetic surgery to achieve a younger, fresher appearance. While age may take its toll, fight the battle against wrinkles, sagging jowls and chins and tired looking eyes by performing a variety of facial exercises on a daily basis.
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Essential oils are botanical extracts taken from seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers and other parts of a plant. They are considered volatile because of how quickly they evaporate when exposed to air. They are also crucial staples in any skin-care first-aid kit.
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Although the cuticles at the base of your fingernails and toenails are composed of dead skin cells, they're fully functional. They help protect the roots of your nails and promote strong, healthy nail growth.
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White nail tips look youthful and healthy, but many of the things we touch every day stain and dirty our fingernails. When cleaning with a nail brush alone is not enough to produce the results you want, use commonly available ingredients to whiten underneath your nails.
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When you're choosing underwear, style shouldn't be your only concern. Some types of panties are just plain better for you than others, and it largely depends on the circumstances in which you're wearing them.
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Metal allergies can be evident in pierced ears or wherever skin comes into contact with metals, such as with watches, necklaces or other jewelry. This form of allergic reaction is called contact dermatitis, and is due to your body's reacting to impurities in metal products.
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No one likes to get discoloration or bags underneath their eyes. The dark circles under your eyes can be caused by crying, dehydration, allergies or sleep deprivation. However, you are much more likely to get bags under your eyes as you age.
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Piercings in general, and navel piercings in particular, are gaining popularity in Western societies. A pierced navel, particularly popular with young women, can be a visually pleasing way to show off a flat stomach or to commemorate a special life event or experience.
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Nail fungus can be attributed to the growth of fungi within the nail bed. This can be the cause of exposure to warm, damp environments. Initially, the fungus may appear as a white or yellow spot on the nail and can develop into a more serious condition that causes the entire nail to thicken, discolor and even crack.
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The beauty aisle at the drugstore or department store is as far as you need to look to find manicure tools. For a minimal cost, you can use these tools to perform your own manicures at home or do simple touch-ups between trips to the nail salon.
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Bloodshot eyes develop for many reasons, including allergies, lack of sleep or a crying spell. No matter the cause, bloodshot eyes turn puffy and red, and it often feels like they're way too dry.
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A number of factors can cause you to look tired, from a lack of iron to common allergies. The natural process of aging also causes skin to sag and droop, especially around the eye area.
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On average, your fingernails will grow about 1.5 inches every year, reports the website azTeen Magazine. They are made of protein fibers called keratin, which is also what your hair is made of. On average, nails grow fastest in people under the age of 30.
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Puffy eyes can give your face an exhausted, haggard look, even if you got a full night's sleep. It can also be related to dark under-eye circles, warns the University of Cincinnati, partially because the puffy bags may cast a shadow on your skin. Wake up your complexion with an eye treatment product.
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Large pores are primarily determined by genetics, but trapped sebum and weak collagen in skin play a part, too. Pores tend to widen as you age, and unfortunately, there's no way to make them small again. Foundation can cover up pores, but the wrong products make them look bigger.
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<b>Overview</b> Tattooing has been around since ancient times. Today, the Mayo Clinic reports that as many as 20 million Americans are tattooed.
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