Men's personal care involves a balance of practical styling, advanced anti-aging methodologies, and rigorous hygiene practices to maintain physical health and aesthetic appeal.
Dry scalps and dandruff-prone hair can ruin even the best hair days. The itch and discomfort combined with distracting flakes are enough to have you throw your hair up into a bun out of sheer desperation. A dry scalp lacks moisture, and should be handled as you would dry ends or dry skin.
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Curing a black eye using a hard-boiled egg is an old idea. There’s no scientific evidence behind it and you will find many people scoff at the idea of rubbing an egg on their faces as a way to get rid of a bruise.
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You can’t feel comfortable when you have itchy feet. Whereas the skin on the soles of your feet is tough and hardened, the skin between your toes of soft and supple – and prone to infection if not cared for properly. Dry, itchy skin between your toes is often a sign of a fungal infection.
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Acne is caused by clogged pores, which commonly occur when an overabundance of sebum and bacteria are present, according to "Foundations of Nursing." Potatoes are useful in treating acne, according to “Alternative Cures: More than 1,000 of the Most Effective Natural Home Remedies."
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Aloe vera oil is derived from the aloe vera plant, also known as true aloe or medicinal aloe. Aloe vera is a succulent plant that's native to arid areas of northern Africa and the Arabian peninsula.
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Whether you head to a salon for your wax job or you do the deed at home, ingrown hairs are a common complaint after waxing. Ingrown hairs are typically the result of hair that grows improperly when forced back into the skin, resulting in a painful red bump that can become infected.
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Exfoliation is the process of removing dead cells from the surface of the skin by scrubbing. Reasons for exfoliating the pubic hair area, also called the bikini area, include preventing ingrown hairs after shaving and preparing the area to be waxed.
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Chemical peels help rejuvenate the skin via a chemical solution that sloughs off the damaged, outermost layer of the skin, which allows smoother, more evenly pigmented skin to surface, notes the American Academy of Dermatology. The mildest type of chemical peels generally contain alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs.
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Salon and at-home dye treatments lighten your hair in a hurry, but the results may not look as natural as you'd like. Dye also contains harsh chemicals that can damage your hair. If you prefer a more gentle, subtle effect, use lemon juice and the power of the sun to lighten your tresses.
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It’s happened to everyone. You try on a pair of fabulous shoes at the store and they feel a little tight, but you figure they’ll stretch out quickly once you get them home and wear them. But they don’t. A too-tight pair of shoes can be uncomfortable, as well as a hazard to your feet.
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Oatmeal has long been used to treat dry skin and itching associated with conditions such as eczema and rashes.
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Most of the time, the peach-fuzz hair on a woman's upper lip is only obvious to the woman herself. Still, many women worry about facial hair, and it's easy enough to solve the problem at home with a homemade sugar wax.
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Your closets and drawers are filled with clothing made of cotton, the most commonly used fiber in the United States. Some of your favorite T-shirts, jeans, sweaters, blouses and undergarments originated from the humble cotton plant because of its many advantages.
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Razor burn on your underarms is the pits. While armpits may not be the most alluring part of the body, they still deserve to look clean and smooth -- not covered in those tiny red bumps that most often occur from shaving irritation or from an allergic reaction to a skin-care product.
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When a toddler starts coughing, it can be a source of concern for parents. When other symptoms are also present -- such as peeling skin on the fingers and toes -- it could indicate a more serious illness than a cold. However, these symptoms could be coincidental and might not be related to the same illness.
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Because your hands and arms are so busy getting you around in the world, carrying your burdens and helping you work, their skin is a primary contact point for allergens. In addition, they may be the breakout spots for allergies to things you've ingested by eating or breathing.
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False eyelashes, also known as fake eyelashes, are small clusters of synthetic or human hairs that are glued together to make an eyelash. The false eyelash can be applied in small sections to subtly increase the fullness of your natural eyelashes or as an entire piece for a dramatic effect.
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Itchy skin on the back is a common problem. Cracking and inflammation may occur, which is uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Understanding the underlying cause of itchy upper-back skin and choosing the appropriate treatment option will assist in controlling this skin issue.
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Stretch marks are damaged areas of the skin where the bottom layers of tissue were torn apart because the skin was stretched too quickly. This means that stretch marks are technically scar tissue and will not respond to tanning in the same way as other areas of your skin.
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Aloe vera has long been used in folk medicine. Healers reach for aloe vera most commonly as an aid to heal cuts, soothe burns and moisturize external skin. Taken internally, aloe has medical uses as a laxative and an "anthelmintic" -- used to clear parasitic worms from an infested digestive system.
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