Vicki's Blog / Dry Skin
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Jan 09, 2014
7 Beauty Uses for Coconut Oil
Fats like coconut oil were once considered be unhealthy and contribute to heart disease. But now in fact, we know that coconut oil is not only a heart-healthy food but can contribute to beauty and well-being. What are the health benefits of coconut oil? Studies show that the intake of coconut oil can help your bodies mount resistance to both viruses and bacteria that can cause illness. Coconut oil also positively affects your hormone levels for thyroid and blood-sugar control. Increase your metabolism, energy and endurance, digestion and help to absorb fat-soluble vitamins with the simple use of coconut oil...
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Dec 23, 2013
Three Facials from your Fridge
Wrinkles, puffiness and acne are common skin complaints, but the remedies can be found right in your fridge. Strawberry Cream Mask Wrinkles are a normal part of aging. If you are concerned about premature wrinkling, monitor your sugar intake. Excess sugar can damage collagen and elastin, fibers that support your skin. For a healthier sugar fix, try incorporating blueberries into your diet; they are high in vitamin C, which will help strengthen collagen and prevent skin from wrinkling and sagging. This simple anti-aging recipe will moisturize your skin and its high vitamin C content will minimize...
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Nov 14, 2013
Difference Between Eye Cream vs. Face Cream
Taking a walk through any beauty department can leave you confused about what sort of face and eye cream you may need. Cosmetic companies have a great amount of moisturizers, creams, gels and rejuvenating serums, but many don’t know which is right for them or why they need different kinds for different places on their face. Two of the most important creams in the cosmetic department are face cream and eye cream. Face cream is designed to bring moisture to the skin and retain it for plumping out fine lines and protection. The skin around the...
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May 27, 2013
Vitamin B2 to improve functionality of central nervous system
Vitamin b2 is also known as riboflavin. It is a water-soluble vitamin and therefore is does not accumulate in body when taken in excess amount and is passed through urine. Vitamin b2 is very important in regards to proper function of the central nervous system and the immune system. In the central nervous system, it helps in the conduction of the signals from one neuron to the other neuron and hence the reflexes of the person become smoother and quicker. Vitamin b2 is also used in the treatment of migraine, which is becoming a common problem nowadays especially in young...