Freckles, most common in people with fair skin and red or blond hair, are flat, dark spots that appear on areas of the skin exposed to sunlight, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Although blackheads are a frustrating problem for many teens, blackheads aren't limited to the teen years. Preteen children can be plagued by blackheads, usually as a result of an increase in hormone levels, according to Oregon Health & Science University.
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A pumice stone -- a small block of lightweight, hardened lava foam -- sloughs off tough, dry skin and dead skin cells, usually from the feet, elbows or knees. Although regular use of a pumice stone two to three times every week improves the appearance of the skin, it also relieves discomfort caused by calluses.
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Turmeric is a spice most often used to add color and flavor to mustard, soups, sauces and Indian cuisine. The yellow spice may seem like a strange beauty aid, but it has long been used in India to remove unwanted hair and inhibit hair growth.
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Skin pores usually stay happily in the background as they go about their job of keeping the skin healthy and lubricated. However, those little pores become larger and more noticeable when they clog and stretch with oil, dead skin cells and bacteria.
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Soft, shiny hair isn't just for the ladies. Some men may limit hair care to a dab of harsh, generic shampoo in the shower followed by a quick run-through with a comb, while others may opt for moisture-stripping hair gels or hot-blow-dryer styling techniques.
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Blanching -- boiling vegetables for a specified length of time -- is a simple but necessary task for freezing asparagus successfully. Like all vegetables, asparagus contains enzymes that ensure the asparagus plants mature and develop properly.
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Sebum, a natural oil produced by oil glands in the skin, isn't a bad thing. In fact, sebum is a natural lubricant, keeping hair sleek and shiny and preventing skin from looking dry and wrinkled. Problems arise when the glands are overactive and produce too much sebum, states the University of Oklahoma Health Services.
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Pimples on your face's T zone can be hard to manage, because the forehead, nose and chin can be oily at the same time the area around the mouth and cheeks are dry and flaky. The T zone is prone to pimples and blackheads because there are more oil-producing glands in those areas, according to TeensHealth.
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A variety of commercial anti-aging face creams are available at cosmetics counters, but they're often full of unpronounceable chemicals and additives, expensive and ineffective. As an alternative, you can make your own face cream from healthy, natural ingredients.
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Acne symptoms take several different forms, including oily skin, whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. At least 85 percent of people deal with acne at some point, according to Health Services at Columbia University. While acne is a problem mostly during the teen years, it can often continue into the 20s and beyond.
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The thick skin of the elbows tends to dry out quickly and may begin to take on an unsightly, lizard-like appearance, especially during the winter and other periods of low humidity.
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Commercial facial cleansers and toners can take a big chunk out of a hard-earned paycheck, and those products are often filled with a variety of undesirable preservatives, colors and fragrances.
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Enlarged pores on the nose are unsightly when the pores become clogged with dead skin cells, oils and bacteria. Although it's impossible to get rid of large pores, proper skin care can clean and unclog the pores and remove the unsightly brown plugs, making large pores appear nearly invisible.
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If expensive commercial acne products aren't making the grade, put them away and treat your skin to a natural egg white facial mask that you can whip up in your kitchen for only pennies. Protein-rich egg whites will act as an astringent, absorbing your skin's excess oil that causes acne.
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Making rosemary skin oil at home is simple, and requires no more than fresh rosemary, oil and warm sunlight. The sweet, aromatic rosemary oil may benefit your skin in several ways. Although rosemary has not been extensively studied, the herb may stimulate circulation and contribute to a youthful, vibrant complexion.
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It's true that gray hair tends to be dry, and in some cases it can be coarse, brittle, weak and wiry if your scalp is producing less moisture than when you were younger. Gray hair doesn't have to be dull and drab, but caring for silvery locks is different and a little more involved than caring for non-gray hair.
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Honey and sugar hair-removal wax, often referred to as body sugaring, is a safe and inexpensive way to remove body hair.
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Knees and elbows don't have it easy. They withstand frequent bending, stooping, leaning and kneeling. They take the brunt of friction caused by rough jeans and scratchy sweaters. To make matters worse, the skin around the knees and elbows contains few oil glands to provide lubrication.
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Cigarette smoking takes a toll on the body, accelerating the aging process by causing early wrinkles and discoloring the teeth, hair and skin. Nicotine also breaks down collagen and causes unsightly brown stains on the lips, resulting in a kisser that is anything but kissable.
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