By Diana Bocco
Oenothera biennis, also known as evening primrose plant or sun drop, has been used by Native Americans for years. Found especially at high altitudes, this plant is used for everything from stomach complaints to female issues and as a tonic and astringent. It is only relatively recently that the oil from this plant has been used for medicinal purposes. Normally, your body uses linolenic acid to...
By Ronni Dee
The first step in repairing damaged hair is to know what the underlying cause of the damage is. Without first determining what the cause could be, the efforts in repairing the damage may go without positive results. Small changes in everyday habits could mean the difference between healthy and damaged hair. Putting a perm in your hair initially damages your hair. When you perm your hair again...
By Barb Nefer
Baldness can cause distress, but fortunately there are many options that either disguise its effects or regrow some of the lost hair. This can be accomplished by many means, from a hair piece to medication to surgery. The most common options are discussed in this article. Topical hair replacement solutions such as minoxidil (brand name Rogaine®) can be purchased over the counter. These...
By David Lessem
There are not that many exciting things you can do with electric clippers. Aside from Mohawks, most of the clipper-based haircuts are simple and straightforward. Nonetheless, what electric clippers do they do very well. If you want to give a buzz cut or a simple fade, electric clippers are the best tool you have. Prepare for the haircut. Set up a desk chair so that the person getting his hair...
By Michaela Davila
Cheerleading and hair bows seem to be synonymous. A big part of being a cheerleader is dressing for the part so that the crowd will easily recognize them and be entertained. Appearance in cheerleading is even more important when it comes to cheerleading competitions where the right attire can help achieve points for the team. Cheerleaders must wear identical uniforms and should strive to have...
By Traci Vandermark
Feet are often an overlooked part of the body, until they start bothering us. Few things are as painful and unsightly as dry, cracked feet. Before spending a lot of money at a podiatrist's or dermatologist's office or on expensive foot creams, try this home remedy for dry, cracked feet. With a few items from around your house you can pamper your feet. Repeat this treatment three times a...
By Ysabel Doran
Humidity does not make your hair frizzy. It merely reveals the frizz that is already there. Hair frizz, whether it's from hair damage or your natural hair texture, begins at the molecular level. To control frizzy hair in humid conditions, you've got to understand what happens within the hair so that you can address the problem at its root. Natural curl and frizz in hair is caused by...