Even persistent hair dyes start to fade eventually, more and more with every wash. The speed of fading depends on many factors such as the structure of your hair and the type of dye you use (for example, vibrant hair colors like green or pink fade faster than natural shades). In fact, there are a lot of things that can make your hair color fade faster.

Cleaning mirrors is one of the most unpleasant chores for many people because mirrors easily build up dust and grime. It is especially hard to keep mirrors in your bathroom clean because they accumulate toothpaste, hairspray and other products, as well as lime deposits from hard water. Is there any way to get your mirrors squeaky clean without much work?

The use of clay for medicinal and cosmetic purposes goes back to prehistoric times. Among the clays most commonly used are kaolin (white clay or china clay), bentonite, montmorillonite, Fuller’s earth (multani mitti), and Cambrian blue clay (illite). The latter has become quite popular in skincare lately due to its amazing skin benefits.

Activated charcoal, also know as activated carbon, is a natural adsorbent used to treat oral poisonings. In addition, it is used as an ingredient in some commercial and DIY cosmetic products. What are the beauty and health benefits of activated charcoal?

Using peel-off facial masks is a great way to get rid of blackheads and to restore your skin’s natural healthy glow. Many cosmetic brands offer cleansing and moisturizing peel-off masks, but they often cost quite a lot compared to other types of facial masks. Luckily, you can make your own DIY peel-off facial masks using simple ingredients you can find right in your kitchen.

Excessive sweating and body odor can be a huge problem. Luckily, deodorants and antiperspirants are an effective solution. However, you should keep in mind that everyday use of antiperspirants can be bad for your health. What are the drawbacks of antiperspirants that you should be aware of?

A lot of people go through a problem skin phase during there teenage years, and some never actually grow out of it. Problem skin is prone to breakouts, blemishes, blackheads, acne, and oily complexion. If you want to keep your problem skin blemish-free and healthy, you need to make sure that your skincare routine is right. Here are some tips for taking care of problem skin.

Aloe vera leaf juice is one of the best natural emollients. It helps lock in moisture, combats pathogenic microbes on the skin surface, and has a pleasant soothing effect. DIY hair masks with aloe gel intensively moisturize the hair, repair dull and brittle hair, promote hair growth, and restore the hair’s natural elasticity and shine. Here are several recipes for you to try.

Even if you take good care of your skin, it can start looking dull by the end of the day. If this happens often, you absolutely need a refreshing and revitalizing treatment to restore your skin’s healthy glow. Here are 5 DIY face mask recipes for fresh and glowing skin you can try if you can’t find time and money to go to the spa.

There are two main types of face powder, loose powder and pressed powder. Pressed powder is more popular because of its portability – it’s easy to carry around for touch-ups. However, loose powder does have its own advantages that are often overlooked. What are the main benefits of loose face powder?

Face powder is an often overlooked makeup product, but it can provide the perfect finishing touch to your look, making your face look flawless. However, it is very important to choose the right one that will work best for your skin type. Here are some tips for choosing the right face powder for your skin type, complexion, and needs.

Healthy human skin produces sebum (skin oil) that is supposed to keep it soft, hydrated and protected. Unfortunately, this can’t completely prevent water from evaporating from the deeper layers of the skin, so most people need to use moisturizers (creams, lotions, oils, etc.) to make up for the moisture loss. One of the common ingredients that can be found in skin moisturizers is squalane. What are the main benefits of squalane for your skin?

A lot of people love fall with its vibrant colors, crispy cool mornings, cozy coats and scarves, and pumpkin spice flavored everything. Unfortunately, autumn weather isn’t great for your skin (that most likely has already suffered from sun exposure during summer). Here are 6 fall skincare tips that will help keep your skin healthy and radiant during autumn.

Due to their high content of aromatic compounds, essential oils are widely used in aromatherapy for improving psychological and physical well-being. For example, they can be added to bath water to relieve stress and anxiety, relax sore muscles, and even prevent colds and other respiratory problems. Here are 5 essential oils that you can add to your bath.

The health of the oral cavity has a great impact on your overall health, so you need to pay enough attention to your oral hygiene. Unfortunately, many consumers don’t know that a lot of commercial toothpastes contain ingredients that do nothing good for your health and should be avoided. Here are 8 toothpaste ingredients you need to avoid if you want to stay healthy.

Exfoliation is an important part of any skincare routine. Body scrubs and peels help remove dead cells, dirt and grime from the skin surface, unclog and tighten pores, make the skin soft and smooth, stimulate microcirculation, and help reduce the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks. If you’re a fan of DIY cosmetics, check out these homemade salt body scrub recipes.

Shea butter is one of the most widely used cosmetic oils. It can be found in many skin and hair care products, as well as in natural soap. The moisturizing and nourishing properties of shea butter make it perfect for taking care of dry, dull, and brittle hair. Check out these DIY hair masks with shea butter that you can easily make at home.

The cosmetic benefits of coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter are well-known and valued around the world, but there are lesser known carrier oils that can be great for your skin and hair. Check out the amazing benefits of baobab oil for your hair and skin.

Sea buckthorn might not be as well-known as, say, açaí or goji berries, but it is just as great for your skin. Its fruit are a rich source of vitamins C, E and K, carotenoids, polyphenols, phytosterols, amino acids, fatty acids, and dietary minerals. Let’s learn more about the amazing skin benefits of sea buckthorn.

Since their invention in the early 20th century, synthetic hair dyes have become very popular because they allow to achieve a deep, vibrant, and long-lasting hair color. Unfortunately, some of the chemicals used in synthetic hair dyes can be bad for your hair structure and overall health. Here are 4 ingredients that you should avoid in your hair dyes.

The skin and mucosae of the lady parts are very sensitive and need special care. Manufacturers offer a wide range of feminine care products, but many of these products contain ingredients that shouldn’t go anywhere near your intimate areas because they may cause irritation and itching, as well as upset the pH balance of your vagina and cause weird smell and/or discharge. Here are 7 ingredients to avoid in feminine care products.

To keep their eyebrows well-shaped and groomed, some women use semi-permanent and non-permanent dyes. They can make natural brow color deeper or even change it completely (for example, if you’ve dyed your hair and need your brow color to match your new hair color). Among a wide choice of brow tints, there are products based on henna powder. What are the pros and cons of tinting you eyebrows with henna?

Aloe vera gel is a popular ingredient in DIY and store-bought cosmetics due to its moisturizing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties. If you’re a fan of DIY skincare products, check out these homemade facial masks with aloe vera gel for all skin types.