William Rawson Cellulite is caused by a combination of genetic as well as lifestyle factors. Basically, it gives a dimpled effect on skin due to the presence of fat beneath the skin. It happens when fat pushes up through the connective tissues. Consequently, they start bulging and pressing against the skin, thereby causing a rippled and uneven … Read more
The best and most effective way to get rid of split ends is to cut them off. Nevertheless, there are certain ways to prevent and reduce split ends considerably. Split ends, scientifically known as Trichoptilosis, are the result of damage to the cuticle layer of your hair. This outer cuticle layer comprising dead protein cells … Read more
A hangnail is basically a small piece of torn cuticle that tends to be painful and annoying, especially when it rubs against your clothing. Oftentimes, it becomes red and swollen, too. Hangnails usually develop during the winter months because of dryness. Apart from the dry, winter climate, there are certain other factors that contribute in … Read more
Blemishes are unsightly, discolored spots, pimples, whiteheads and blackheads, left behind on your skin after an acne breakout. They tend to develop mostly on areas of your face (especially around your forehead, nose, and chin), as well as on your neck, upper arms, and back. Blemishes can be caused by a number of factors, including … Read more
Acne, or Acne Vulgaris, is a common problem in teenagers. Moreover, adults aged 20-40 can also suffer from acne breakouts. The condition is characterized by slightly swollen, small red bumps on skin caused by clogged skin pores. This basically happens when excess oil produced by overactive sebaceous glands block the skin pores along with accumulation … Read more
Dark circles under your eyes are, in most cases, the result of a genetic predisposition. Dark circles occur when blood vessels under your eyes can be seen through your skin, appearing bluish or reddish-colored. The skin around your eyes is naturally quite thin, which can make dark circles appear even worse. Factors such as slow … Read more
Red, swollen razor bumps or shaving bumps are unsightly as well as uncomfortable. In medical terms, the condition is known as Pseudofolliculitis Barbae. As the name suggests, this problem is a result of improper shaving. Other hair removing methods like waxing and tweezing may also cause the same. The condition is characterized by inflammation due … Read more
Cold sores or fever blisters, medically known as recurrent herpes labialis are caused by the herpes simplex virus. They appear as small blister-like lesions around the mouth, on the lips, or edges of the lower lip. The fluid-filled blisters can even cluster around the lips. Furthermore, they can recur, mostly at the same site when … Read more
There isn’t much that can put an end to a date, job interview or casual conversation with a neighbor faster than bad breath. Known as halitosis, bad breath is a common problem that can affect people of any age. In fact, about 1 in 4 people suffer from bad breath on a regular basis. Bacteria … Read more
Unwelcomed dark spots on your skin often tend to mask your beauty. They can be caused by a number of factors such as exposure harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun, increasing age, acne scars, blemishes, improper skin care, skin inflammation, dermatitis, poor liver function, and so on. At times, hormonal fluctuations, genetic factors, and intake … Read more