A head of white hair is striking and elegant. Yellowed white hair, however, looks dull and dirty. White hair turns yellow due to a number of factors, some of which you can control -- such as smoking -- and others that you can't.
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Age spots, also known as liver spots, appear as dark blotches or spots of hyperpigmentation on the skin of your face and body. These dark spots often begin to develop as your skin ages and are extremely common in people over the age of 40. Dark spots are most evident in areas of the body that experience sun exposure.
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Everybody has nose hair. In fact, nose hair, or cilia, are part of an intricate defense system that provides protection to your lungs. In combination with mucus, cilia works to remove dirt and debris from your airways, preventing it from entering your respiratory system, according to Cedars-Sinai.
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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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A curved nose ring, also known as a nose screw, comes in several different gauges and materials. While 16- and 18-gauge diameter are most common, thinner gauges are available.
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Also known as, a contusion, bruise or ecchymosis, a black and blue injury results from a blow to muscle and tissue that leaves the skin intact. Kids Health explains that when a black and blue injury occurs, blood capillaries burst and blood seeps out under the skin.
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Unlike piercings in which the piercer inserts the jewelry vertically through the lip, labret lip piercings require piercing the skin horizontally just below the lower lip.
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Sea salts and Epsom salts, or magnesium sulfate, both commonly used in the beauty industry, contain minerals that can help to enhance the skin. The magnesium in Epsom salts can reduce inflammation, while sulfates flush out toxins, according to the Epsom Salt Council.
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While the skin of the face, feet and hands often receives much attention, areas such as the underarms and knees often fall victim to neglect. Dry skin patches in the areas of the underarms and knees can make them appear darker than the rest of your skin.
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Waxing removes hair at the root, leaving you with smooth skin for approximately three to six weeks. Unfortunately, not everyone goes through the waxing process without a hitch. If you are one of many that experience a rash after waxing, there is help.
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Your glands produce the perspiration that eventually leads to moist underarms, and moist, dark conditions create the perfect environment for bacteria to breed. When sweat and bacteria combine, underarm odor forms. The president of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr.
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When the weather is hot, it is important to keep your body well hydrated and as cool as possible. Sweating is one way that your body helps cool itself down naturally. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains that excess sweating during hot, humid weather can lead to conditions such as heat rash.
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Aside from regular washing, you may not give much attention to your underarms. But just like the skin on the rest of your body, the skin of your underarms needs some TLC from time to time. Dark patches under your arms can make your skin look dirty.
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If you notice red bumps around your hairline, you may be dealing with an acne condition that is specific to the hair and scalp. Acne located around the hairline can itch and produce dry, flaky skin in the affected area. Ridding your hairline of the red bumps requires acne remedies that treat the hair and skin alike.
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Acne occurs when pores become blocked and sebum (oil) becomes trapped. According to Acne.org, the reason why this happens is unclear. However, once the pores become blocked, bacterium begins to grow, resulting in acne outbreaks. Various acne treatments on the market include chemical solutions.
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Weak nails that chip, break and peel require strengthening to grow long and healthy. In some cases, weak nails may even show signs of yellowing and discoloration. Exposure to chemicals, outdoor elements and excessive amounts of water can weaken your nails by robbing them of moisture.
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Unlike normal hair that only allows necessary amounts of moisture to penetrate the scales of the outer cuticle, porous hair absorbs liquid like a sponge. DERMAdoctor explains that your hair’s cuticle is made of tiny keratin scales that overlap one another.
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The smooth, clean look of a shaved head can camouflage a receding hairline or provide cool comfort during the heat of summer. Unfortunately, a hairless scalp sometimes comes with a price.
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Chlorine acts as a disinfectant in swimming pool water, killing the bacteria responsible for a host of diseases. According to the American Chemistry Council, the chlorine in pool water requires daily testing to ensure that the water-to-chemical ratio is in check.
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When it comes to the care of minor wounds, two types of healing methods exist. The first method, known as moist wound healing, implements moist protective covers to promote healing. Moist healing prevents scabbing, instead promoting the regeneration of new skin cells utilizing the liquid that exudes from the wound.
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