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The summer is in full swing and that means we have plenty of days left to have fun in the sun and sand.  So that we enjoy our time in the sun most of us lather up with a head to toe SPF to prevent sunburn. We feel well protected and ready for fun.   However, we tend to forget that salt water, chlorine and the sun can wreak havoc on our hair. Protecting your hair is just as…

Happy National Selfie Day!You hear it all the time, “Let’s take a selfie.”  Taking a picture of yourself became a popular trend that caught on in 2012.  It spread like wildfire, permitted by front-facing phone cameras and proliferating on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Selfies are a fabulous way to showcase your personality, self confidence and style whenev…

Keeping your skin moisturized and healthy is always a challenge. Throughout the year we face different obstacles due to changes in the seasons. In the winter, cold temperatures, wind and dry air cause skin to dry out, chap and crack. During the summer, humidity is high and our skin is exposed to the sun which causes dry skin and sunburn. Long term, too much sun exposure may cause prematu…

You are what you eat, so pile your plate with the good stuff.While your diet is not solely responsible for the state of your skin, it is a major contributing factor.  Eating poorly—for example, a diet high in sugar, refined carbs, processed snacks, or trans fats—isn’t doing your skin any favors. On the flip side, your skin will benefit from a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, plus…

Coconut Oil is a natural treasure. It has been used in food preparation for years but in recent times this rich oil has gained popularity for its benefits as a hair and skin moisturizer.  In its natural state Coconut Oil is a liquid above 76 degrees Fahrenheit and a solid below. When in a solid form the oil quickly liquefies when rubbed between your hands. This a…