This article discusses these questions, and offers prevention tips as well as treatment options to help you navigate this condition. Keep reading to know more! Why Does My Tattoo Look Wrinkly? During the tattooing process, the tattoo needle pierces your skin many times at high intensity to deposit ink, causing an open wound on your skin. After this, when it starts to heal, your body sheds the damaged skin and replaces it with new tissue over a couple of weeks....

However, before you strike off octinoxate containing products from your skin care routine, learn the truth behind this ingredient. Read on. What Is Octinoxate? Octinoxate or octyl methoxycinnamate (OMC) is a UV absorber. It appears like a clear, non-water-soluble liquid and is combined with other chemicals in sunscreen to prevent UV damage. It absorbs UV rays of a specific wavelength range, preventing them from penetrating the epidermis (1). Octinoxate combines methoxy cinnamic acid and 2-ethyl hexanol....

Peptides naturally occur in the skin and are crucial for collagen production and skin rejuvenation. In other words, applying peptides to your skin can help it make collagen, giving you a youthful skin texture and reducing fine lines. Sounds intriguing, right? Read on to learn more about the benefits of peptides, what else they can do for your skin, and how to use them. What Are Peptides? Peptides are chains of amino acids and building blocks of proteins in your body....

What Is Physical Exfoliation? Physical exfoliation or manual exfoliation is when you have to buff away the dead skin cells manually. Physical exfoliators like scrubs contain grains and gritty materials (like grounded nuts) that gently scrape away the dead skin cells, dirt, and impurities from the skin. This smoothens the skin surface and improves radiance. when done with caution. If not done carefully, it can cause microabrasions.. Other than scrubs, physical exfoliators are available in many different forms like tools (at-home dermaplaning tools) and products like facial sponges....

Pracaxi oil is rich in medicinal values and has traditionally been used to remedy snake and scorpion bites. Another interesting fact is that this oil is also referred to as liquid gold, thanks to its rich nutrient content. In this article, we will understand how pracaxi oil benefits your hair, how to use it, and why you should include it in your hair care routine. Let us get started....

Why Christina Aguilera Gained Weight? Pregnancy Weight Gain Christina Aguilera, an American singer and well-known television personality, gained weight due to numerous reasons. Pregnancy was one of the major reasons for her weight gain. In 2008, Christina gave birth to her first son with ex-husband Jordan Bratman. It was during her pregnancy that she started to gain weight. Women do! Carrying a living being in the belly, looking after its well-being, and hormonal ups and downs can lead to weight gain during and post-pregnancy....

What Is Rosehip Oil? Rosehip oil or rosehip seed oil is extracted from the plants belonging to the Rosa (rose) species, especially Rosa canina and Rosa damascena. This oil is commonly used in folk medicine for its disease-preventing and therapeutic properties. Rosehips are used to manage issues like common cold, urinary tract infection, infections, and other inflammatory diseases. They contain the highest ascorbic acid levels (vitamin C) than any other fruits and vegetables (1)....

There are two types of hair transplantation Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) (6): Side Effects Of Hair Transplant Hair Shedding Excessive hair shedding is a common side effect of hair transplantation. Due to vascular disruption and surgical trauma, the donor area (where the active hair follicles are extracted) may experience hair thinning. Hair shedding is greater in Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) than Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) as the graft is larger....

A Guide To Skin Care Acids Skin care acids are mainly of two types: Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs) While both the acids function as exfoliators, both are different and work differently on your skin. For instance, the benefits of AHAs for your skin (water-soluble acids, such as glycolic acid) are not the same as BHA benefits. AHAs exfoliate your skin by breaking down the dead skin cells on the surface while BHAs (oil-soluble acids, such as salicylic acid) sink deeper into your skin pores and unclog them....

A blogger recalls his personal experience of encountering a church wedding with the priest declaring, “Speak now or forever hold your peace.” He attended the wedding as the groomsman and decided to play a prank based on some past fun by the groom (his friend). As soon as the priest quoted the line, a comic actor shouted, “Stop the wedding, stop the wedding,” and later ran away. This caused discomfort to all but the bride and groom took it in good humour....

In this article, we discuss the cause, symptoms, treatments, and how to prevent sun rashes. Keep reading! What Causes Sun Rash? The rash that occurs due to UV radiation is called sun rash or photo allergy. The most common type of sun allergy is a polymorphic light eruptioni A common skin condition that appears as a rash and is brought on by exposure to natural or artificial ultraviolet light. ....

This article explores everything you need to know about tattoo flu, including why you get it, how to treat it, as well as ways to prevent it. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Tattoo Flu? Tattoo flu is a common natural body response to getting your skin repeatedly pricked by a needle, i.e., the tattooing process. After getting a tattoo, it is common for your body to feel a bit under the weather for a couple of days....

Meaning Of Tribal Snake Tattoos Tribal snake tattoos have an array of meanings. Individuals resonate with the artwork depending on their personal experiences and ideas. So, no two tribal snake drawings will convey the same idea. Below, we have listed the common interpretations of these designs. Scroll down. Snakes represent transformation and innate power. Therefore, tribal snake tattoos can indicate the wearer’s hope for personal growth. The designs reflect their desire to evolve into a better being....

People with curly hair face a number of issues like undefined curls, tangling, frizz, dryness, and breakage. Every morning it looks like your hair has grown three times its original size in every direction. Alternatively, you may receive advice on how to wash or take care of your hair from a hundred different people. “Shampooing once a week is fine’ or “Err…you should try co-washing?” or “Get a new style, no?...

Causes Of Acne Around The Mouth Pin-pointing the cause of acne can help you find the solution to how to prevent acne. Acne or breakouts around the mouth occur when dirt, impurities, sebum, and acne-causing bacteria like P.acnes and S. aureus get trapped in your skin pores (1). You may notice more acne on your T-zone (the forehead, nose, mouth, and chin) as this area has more sebaceous glands than the rest of the face....

What Is Vesicular Skin? Vesicular skin lesions are nothing but blisters. They are one of the many different types of skin lesions that look like small sacs filled with either clear or pus-colored fluid. They are typically 5-10mm in diameter. They are delicate and can burst due to pressure or friction. When a vesicle bursts, it becomes a vesicular eruption. Once they burst, the liquid spreads to the surrounding skin and leaves a white or yellow flaky crust when it dries....

Vitamin B12 is water-soluble and essential for the proper functioning of the brain and nervous system. This micronutrient also has a role to play in blood cell formation, energy production, and DNA synthesis (1). Its deficiency can manifest in the form of a nervous disorder, anemia, and poor energy levels (2). But how is it related to weight gain? Keep reading to find out! Symptoms Of Vitamin B12 Deficiency There are many benefits of vitamin B12 for overall health, which is why its deficiency is a cause for concern....

However, it also depends on the skin type. Different skin types react differently to the different water temperatures. Cleansing is a crucial part of any skin care routine and personal hygiene, and the water temperature is definitely going to affect your skin. Therefore, just like you take the time to find the right product for your skin, it is equally important to learn about the suitable water temperature for your facial skin....

What Does Chlorine Do To Your Hair? Chlorine sucks all the natural oils from your hair. It leaves your hair feeling dry, rough, and damaged. We are aware that our hair needs natural oils to remain healthy and shiny. But chlorine may make the hair brittle and dry as it strips your hair of these natural oils. It also may lead to split ends(1). Chlorine may also lead to a change in hair color (2)....

What Is Co-Washing? Co-washing is a method of hair cleansing that involves using hair conditioner instead of shampoo. It cleanses the hair without causing sebumi An oily, waxy substance produced by the body’s sebaceous glands, that protects, moisturizes, and covers the skin. loss (1). This moisturizes the hair without any of the dryness caused by shampoo. Most cleansing conditioners do not contain silicones, petroleum, or mineral oils as they lead to heavy product build-up....