A lactic acid peel may be just the solution if your skin looks dull, or if you notice age spots, uneven pigmentation or fine lines. Using a mild alphahydroxy acid (AHA) made from fermented milk, lactic acid peels are often performed by a dermatologist, but light, superficial peels are safe to do at home.
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Dry skin can affect any part of the body. However, the knees and elbows often receive harsh treatment when due to bending, leaning and kneeling. Dry skin on the knees and elbows is especially noticeable because the skin is thick and becomes dark and unsightly with a soiled appearance.
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Whiteheads, small, firm bumps that appear on the skin, are caused when the pores are clogged with oil. Although whiteheads and blackheads are similar, whiteheads are closed, so the oil is trapped under the skin where it hardens and is unable to escape.
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Skin-care specialists often classify skin types as normal, dry or oily. However, when your skin is both oily and sensitive, it isn't quite that simple.
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Sweating keeps your body cool when air evaporates moisture on your skin. Most people perspire a lot after exercising, during hot weather, or during periods of stress or anxiety. However, excessive sweating, especially in the underarm area, can be embarrassing and uncomfortable.
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Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that is used to create a brighter, smoother, more youthful complexion when applied directly to the skin in the form of lotions, serums or masks. According to the book "Cosmetic Dermatology,"
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Clogged pores are caused by a buildup of oil, bacteria, tiny hairs and dead skin cells. Pores on the face, back, chest, neck, arms and legs can become clogged -- and they're especially stubborn on the nose because the oil-producing glands in that area are very active.
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Although down jackets are expensive, they are resilient and long-lasting, and create warmth without adding bulk. Down jackets also breathe, keeping you comfortable by allowing perspiration and other moisture to evaporate.
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Very dry skin is often blamed on hot, dry climates or cold, winter weather, but it can be a problem even in humid climates. Although extremely dry skin is rarely a serious medical condition, it is uncomfortable and often causes chapping, itching and flaking.
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Instead of her usual foods, you might want to change things up for your little one by serving her some homemade, baby-style macaroni and cheese.
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When breaded chicken breasts are deep-fried, the result is moist, flavorful chicken with a light, crispy outer coating. An old-fashioned cooking method, deep-fat frying is often shunned because of the large amount of fat involved in the cooking process.
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Although potatoes are high in calories, they are low in fat and provide important nutrients, including dietary fiber, carbohydrates, potassium, calcium, vitamin C and folate. Frozen, homemade hash browns are ready to prepare in moments when you need them.
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Freezing boiled potatoes is a simple task, and the frozen potatoes then are ready to use as needed. Prepare the frozen potatoes by mashing or roasting, or incorporate them into hot dishes, such as casseroles, scalloped potatoes, soups or stews.
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Versatile tropical fruits, bananas are nutritional powerhouses, rich in vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber. Crispy, sweet and guilt-free, baked bananas chips are a cinch to make. A portable, high-energy treat, baked banana chips are just right for a hiking trip or as part of a healthy lunch.
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Cooking is a challenge for people with a cashew allergy because the flavor and texture of the nut is difficult to replicate. Although cashew allergies aren't as well-known as peanut allergies, the allergic reactions are no less severe, and may be life-threatening.
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Goat meat lends itself to simple oven cooking, including dry techniques such as roasting. You can also braise meat that is less than tender or broil thinner cuts such as steaks or chops. Goat meat is enjoyed by diners in the United States and around the world.
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A convection oven functions much the same way as a regular oven, except that a convection oven contains a fan that constantly circulates the heat evenly throughout the oven. Winter squash varieties such as pumpkin, butternut, acorn and Hubbard are good candidates for convection oven cooking.
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Sage, or Salvia officinalis, is an aromatic, perennial herb that grows easily in warm, dry climates. A sturdy, long-stemmed herb, sage is easily dried by air drying in a warm, dry room, or with a microwave oven or food dehydrator. You can also use your home oven to dry sage quickly and evenly.
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Russet potatoes, also known as Idaho potatoes, baking potatoes or chef's potatoes, are sturdy, oblong tubers with thick, brown skin. Russets are all-purpose potatoes that work well for frying, steaming, baking and roasting.
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Rib-eye is a primo steak, equally prized in home kitchens and upscale steakhouses. Cut from the tender area between the chuck and the short loin, rib-eye is meaty and rich in flavor, with just enough white marbling for juicy, mouthwatering goodness. Rib-eye isn't a budget meat, but it's worth every penny.
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