Lanolin is an oily substance obtained from sheep wool. Manufacturers extract sebum from the wool, then clean and refine it to produce a final product known as anhydrous lanolin.

Sesame oil is one of the most frequently used massage oils in Ayurveda, the traditional healing system of India. In fact, a pampering facial massage using oils, creates a smooth surface during the treatment so the therapist does not pull and stretch the skin.

Sunburned skin can occur after only 15 minutes of sun exposure, says "Kids Health." Sunburns are not only painful, but can cause fine lines, wrinkles and skin cancer.

Cystic acne on the back causes hard, deeply embedded nodules. They are often painful and may last for weeks or even months. Cystic acne frequently leaves behind scars and can be extremely difficult to treat.

Tennis shoes experience a lot of wear and tear, depending on the activities you are involved in. As a result, you must clean them regularly to keep them looking and smelling good, but it can take a long time for them to air dry. If you need to wear them the same day you wash them, toss them into the dryer.

A dark spot can appear on an X-ray or scan for any number of reasons. Brain lesions usually are discovered accidentally when you're being diagnosed for an unrelated symptom, according to MayoClinic.com.

Stylists use several tools to cut hair: scissors, razors, thinning shears and clippers. Each tool creates a different texture in the hair, affecting how the hair looks after it is styled. The type of tool used may even determine how the hair is styled.

Melanocytes are cells naturally produced by your body. These cells emit melanin to provide your hair with its natural color. As you age, melanin production slows, and you may suffer from gray hair.

Most shampoos and conditioners leave behind some type of residue on your hair, which may cause it to become dull, greasy or laden with heavy byproducts.

Human hair grows at an average speed of 6 inches per year. This is fairly slow, especially if you are waiting for your hair to grow out for a special occasion, or if you have experienced a mishap at the hairdresser. Unfortunately there isn't a way to make hair grow much faster, either naturally or chemically.

Dry, brittle hair has many causes, some of which can be serious. Most of the time, brittle hair is nothing more than a nuisance brought on by neglect and too many chemical services. However, several serious diseases and conditions cause dry, brittle hair.

New York Fashion Week is always a celebration of the wacky, the wild, and the wearable. This year, there is a focus on plus-sized models and focus on diversity.