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Everyone will have a touch of flakes on the scalp once a while as a result of dead skin. However, the excessive shedding and build up of dead may give the scalp a scaly appearance and if unattended, it may lead to persistent itching and scratching. This can be quite annoying, frustrating, uncomfortable and embarrassing as the flakes become visible on the scalp and hair. This phenomenon can be

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This type of skin is very sensitive to environmental factors; it burns easily in the sun and is easily irritated by mainstream cleansers and perfumed cosmetics. Typical reactions include itching, burning, excessive dryness, peeling, chaffing and stinging. It could be dry, oily, combination or acne prone. To know your specific type of skin, refer to our previous article know your skin type.

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Caring for oily skin tends to be challenging for some people but it should not as oil production by the skin is a natural process carried out by a series of glands located in the dermis or middle layer of the skin of mammals called sebaceous glands. These glands are distributed over the entire body with the exception of the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet and are most abundant on the

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Tamanu oil, also known as Foraha oil, is a product of the Tamanu tree (Calophyllum Inophyllum) which is native to the islands of Tahiti and Madagascar but also found in other tropical areas. It has been used by indigenous communities for centuries and elicited a lot of interest from scientists as early as 1918 for its unique benefits to the skin. The Tamanu tree grows wild and upto between 8 to

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If you have a combination skin, the central part of the face (T-zone); the forehead, nose and chin may be oily, while other parts, like the cheeks and the delicate skin under the eyes, can be dry or normal. In other words, it is a combination that is characterized as normal and oily skin or, oily and dry skin. Exactly which areas are affected most often changes with age; like for example

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Dry skin ages much more quickly than healthy, hydrated skin so it is important to put in place a good skin care regime to tackle this early. Caring for dry skin involves locking in as much moisture as possible especially in extreme weather conditions (winter, windy or low humidity conditions) as they cause dryness by stripping skin of its natural oils. Dry skin hardly feels like it needs to be

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Having looked at ways of identifying your skin type and the different skin types, we will now be looking at ways to care for your specific skin type starting with normal skin. You are lucky if you have this type of skin as it has a good oil/water balance hence glowing most of the time. This however does not mean that you neglect it as this balance can fluctuate leaving it more dry or oily at

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Marula oil is extracted from the kernels of marula tree fruit which grows widely across Southern Africa. Marula oil has been used for centuries by the women of the Tsonga in South Africa and Mozambique to moisturize their skin, cooking and as a meat preservative and to treat leather. The marula oil production process is mechanical. The kernels are separated from the fruit and the nuts cracked

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The first step towards knowing how to care for your skin is to identify your skin type. This will enable you to focus on using products specifically addressing your skin's unique needs. It will also help you avoid sensitivity and allergic reactions and save time and money on products that just won’t work you. A beauty product might do wonders for someone else and do absolutely nothing for you or

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Different views exist on the relationship between acne and exercise all with a focus on the role of sweat in aggravating acne. Though there is no proven direct correlation between exercise and acne, it is presumed that exercise enhances blood circulation to the skin hence circulating abundant oxygen to the skin cells, which in turn improves skin texture, helps quicker healing of spots and

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What is acne? Acne is the most common of all skin disease reported worldwide. It is a skin condition characterized by inflammation of the skin and formation of whiteheads, blackheads and pimples on the face especially the fore head, chin and jaw line, neck, chest, upper back, shoulders, and arms. These parts are affected because they have the highest concentration of sebaceous glands. When

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Baobab oil is extracted from the seeds of the fruit of baobab tree which is found in Eastern andSouthern Africa. The extraction involves cold pressing of the seeds and filtration. Cold pressing ensures that the valuable nutrients in the oil are not destroyed making it organic. Baobab oil is semi–fluid golden yellow in color with a gentle scent. It is known to be rich in Vitamin A, D, E, F, oleic

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African Wild Sage also known as leleshwa, is a small tree or shrub common in the Great Rift Valley of Eastern Africa. Leleshwa oil is obtained through steam distillation of the flowers and fresh leaves of the leleshwa shrub. This condensation process is safe and completely organic. The oil is a pale greenish/yellowish liquid and mobile at room temperatures. Research has proven it to be more

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Water intake varies from one person to another, but, at least 8 to 10 eight – ounce glasses of water a day is good or a healthy person. You need more if you exercise a lot or live in hot climates.  It is also important to be careful on what water you take; distilled water is not good for your health as it sucks out the minerals from your body. Clean water high in minerals keeps the body and skin

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Yes, rhassoul clay is here with us, a product we are listing as of today, but first…. What is Rhassoul clay? Rhassoul Clay is an exceptional clay mined from ancient deposits in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and has been used as a natural beauty treatment for skin and hair for over 1400 years. This clay is rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, silica and other trace minerals that are healthy for

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Being healthy means having a healthy skin as shown by the skin complexion. Inner beauty radiates from within and is exuded even without makeup. Eating a balanced diet is the easiest way to get your share of good food for the health of your body including your skin. A very important component of skin health is vitamin A. A regular intake of this vitamin is effective in reducing and preventing

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Shea butter is also effective as an after shave as it combats dry skin as a result of shaving. It softens and soothes the skin, yielding to a smooth skin free of bumps. After waxing or shaving, rub a generous amount of shea butter on your palms and apply to the area. It is advisable to shave after or towards the end of a shower or bath. You can pre condition and soften your skin by applying a

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From our previous article ‘What is Shea Butter?’ we saw that shea butter nourishes the skin with high levels of Vitamins A, E and F. Vitamins A and E maintain the skin and keep it clear and healthy while Vitamin F acts as a skin protector and rejuvenator. Hence, they help in preventing premature wrinkles and facial lines. They are also helpful for sun damaged skin. You can therefore use shea

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Shea butter is effective as a natural hair conditioning treatment for all hair types. The moisturizing effect improves the appearance of dry, damaged or brittle hair. Its anti-inflammatory effect can soothe and treat scalp conditions such as psoriasis or eczema and provide relief to dry and itchy scalp as well as dandruff. 1. As a leave in conditioner, apply a small amount of shea butter into

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Shea butter is known to soothe rough, dry or chapped skin as well as keep it moisturized. To get rid of cracked heels, prepare a warm footbath and soak your feet for 10 minutes. For your palms, soak your hands in a bowl of warm water for ten minutes. Scrub off the dead skin on your palms and heels with a bath stone, use a sponge in between the toes and fingers. Change the warm water and add a

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1.      To strengthen brittle nails, soak your nails for 15 minutes in a solution made of equal parts of lemon juice and argan oil. For best results, remove nail polish before soaking.  2.      To provide relief to aching joints due to rheumatism and arthritis, use argan oil as massage oil. It can also be massaged on to body parts to relax tired muscles.  Sliceofnature Argan oil is raw, virgin

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1.      In case of an acne outbreak, rub a drop of argan on the affected area gently after cleansing. 2.      To get rid of cold sores, rub a small drop of argan oil on the sore gently as soon as irritation starts. Repeat the regimen often until the sore disappears.  3.      To moisturize dry skin patches on your body, massage argan oil sparingly on the affected parts before taking a bath. Allow

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In our previous article “What is Argan Oil?’ we saw that used on hair, Argan oil adds a remarkable shine to dull hair, restores and prevents damage to hair due to styling and outdoor activities. It is therefore important we learn how to use it for optimum benefits to our hair. To nourish dull and damaged hair, apply on hair as a mask from root to tip. Allow at least 30 minutes for the hair to

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As a day moisturizer, cleanse the face and apply Argan oil sparingly on the face and neck in circular motions. Allow 15 minutes for the skin to absorb it then apply makeup.For night time moisturizing and nourishing, apply a small amount of Argan oil after cleansing. SliceofNature Argan oil is raw, virgin and unaltered.

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Most people understand the importance of using a daily moisturizer and keeping their skin clean but not many know about the importance of using night creams designed for an intensive moisturizing treatment. We are glad that you are not one of them, going by the very fact that you are reading this article.  The main reason why it is important to use night creams is that they help in the

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Argan oil is a rare oil extracted from the kernels of Argan tree which is an endemic tree found in Morocco. It is loaded with essential fatty acids like linoleic acid, which is the precursor of vitamin E. This makes it well-known for its anti-aging, moisturizing and antioxidant properties. It has been scientifically proved that argan oil is able to correct the age related deficiencies in skin

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There is confusion as to which shea butter is better, East Africa Nilotica shea butter (Vitellaria Nilotica) or West Africa shea butter (Vitellaria Paradoxa). East African Shea Butter is different in that it is higher in olein (the liquid part of the shea butter) hence highly recommended for sensitive skin, aging skin, bruised skin, burns, wounds, dry flaky peeling skin and baby's skin. It is

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Shea butter is the natural fat extracted from the fruit/nut of the shea-karite tree known by many generations to protect and rejuvenate the hair and skin. The shea tree naturally grows in the wild and is only found in the tropics of Africa. Shea Butter nourishes the skin with high levels of Vitamins A, E and F that provide relief from everything from just dry skin to many minor dermatological

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