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Tea Tree Oil has been used for thousands of years by the native Aborigines in Australia to treat cuts, burns and other skin ailments. This all-natural essential oil is derived from the distillation of the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree. Tea Tree Oil is known for its antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties.  This oil provides many benefits and has many us…

Lavender is well known and liked by many because of its sweet floral aroma.   This natural essential oil is commonly used in soaps, lotions, shampoos and fragrances as well as for aromatherapy.  In addition to being used in personal care items, lavender has been used to treat conditions ranging from anxiety and  stress to insomnia.  Lavender (Lavandula angustifol…

When talking about skincare we tend to focus on women.  However, men suffer from many of the same problems women do when it comes to caring for their skin.  Pimples, sun damage and aging affect men the same way they do women.  The difference is most men do not want a complex daily skincare routine, they want something quick and easy.   We have some simple skincar…

We all know exercise has a positive effect on your body. Your lungs, heart and emotional state all benefit from exercise, but did you know how beneficial it is for your skin?  Daily exercise keeps us healthy from the inside out and has an impact on the health of our skin.  Exercise increases circulation in your body.  This increase in circulation helps nourish the skin by…

Having healthy, young looking skin is a top priority for many of us and when thinking about how to keep our skin looking youthful we tend to think about our face. However, keeping our hands healthy is just as important. Our hands are constantly being exposed to external factors such as cold climates, wind, water and household cleaning supplies, all of which can cause our hands to dry, ch…