Seaweed facial-mask enthusiasts report that using this common, nourishing supplement on the face will smooth, tone and moisturize your skin. It's a well-known spa treatment -- one that you can create for yourself at home with a minimum of investment and effort.

Brush burns — sometimes referred to as rug burn, scrapes or skinned knees — are minor lacerations or abrasions that occur due to friction between your skin and another surface, such as carpet or pavement. Brush burns are common in children and can also occur when falling on a rough surface.

Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat deposits from various sites on the body. Liposuction is a simple procedure that has a fairly short recovery time of one to two weeks.

The American Academy of Dermatology notes that hair growth takes place inside the hair follicle. The hair follicle is located within the epidermis layer of skin. The hair shaft, which is porous, grows inside the follicle and will become soft when wet.

Removing body jewelry from a navel piercing can cause the hole to shrink rapidly, even within seconds, according to the Association of Professional Piercers. This can make changing your belly button ring for the first time a frustrating experience.

Many people reach for medication to ease a headache. However, the ancient art of reflexology can provide natural, and even more instant, relief, says Safe Alternative Medicine.

Belly button rings may look cute, but they're a care-intensive piercing. If you're going to get your navel pierced, you'll have to deal with potential chronic infection, long healing times, allergies and medical concerns, as well as clothing restrictions and other daily annoyances.

Underarm discoloration is a problem many individuals find embarrassing. It affects men and women of all ages, though the Mayo Clinic notes that it affects women of African and Hispanic descent more than any other demographic.

Essential oils contain high concentrations of the chemicals that give plants their essence -- or fragrance and flavor. Distilled from the leaves, bark, flowers and other parts of plants, these oils have been used for centuries to promote hair growth in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.

Paraffin baths were once a pricey spa treatment available only to patrons or a soothing technique used in rehabilitation and medical programs. Fortunately, several home-product manufacturers have developed paraffin baths for individual use at home.

Spa facials can be relaxing and rejuvenating, as well as beneficial to the skin. A facial can cleanse the skin, shrink pores, moisturize, reduce blemishes and tone your skin.

When you want to stay warm, a nice winter hat can help keep your body at a balanced temperature. Winter or cool season hats are not only available in variety of styles, but are made from different types of material. Acrylic and wool are two popular options to keep you comfortable in any chilly, cold environment.