By Research Chick
Hair extensions once were viewed as an indulgent splurge only for the fabulously rich and famous. Now, adding length and thickness to your own hair with extensions is something almost anyone can do. Affordable air extensions and accessories of all colors and lengths can be bought at your local professional beauty supply shop. Armed with the proper tools and tricks of the extension selection and...
By Jay Wren
Black soap originally comes from Africa and is traditionally made out of cocoa pods, palm oil, shea butter and plantain skins. It is a natural source of iron and Vitamin's A and E. Although it is not as aesthetically attractive as its factory-milled commercial counterpart, black soap is quickly gaining in popularity and is different from regular soap in that it has the ability to cleanse...
By Connie Whiting
Semipermanent hair color is the best choice for coloring when you want to try out a shade first. It is a temporary color that washes out. It comes in bright shades that are popular at Halloween or with people who want a hair color different from the normal shades. Semipermanent hair color also comes in regular, everyday colors. It works by lying on top of the hair and is chemical free, making it...
By Sarah Letts
Each individual experiences a slightly different hair-growth rate. On average, hair grows 1/4 to 1/2 inch per month, though certain people are prone to faster hair-growth cycles. While you can't dramatically alter your hair-growth rate, you can do some natural things that encourage growth cycles. If such natural methods are regularly employed, you'll notice slight increases in your hair...
By Alicia Bodine
When shopping for a hair straightener you want to be sure you find the best one. You want one that will last at least 5 years and preferably 10. Hair straighteners are also referred to as flat irons so you want to look for products with either one of these names. When finding the best hair straightener you must consider which kind is best for your hair, which size is best for your hair and...
By April Sanders
The rate of hair growth depends on several factors. In general, the younger you are, the faster your hair grows. This is due to a higher metabolism and stable hormones. As you age, hormones tend to fluctuate, causing slower hair growth and even hair loss. In pregnant women, the hormones cause hair to grow faster than normal.
In general, human hair grows about 1/2 millimeter per day. This small...
By Tricia Goss
Age spots, sometimes called liver spots, are dark-colored areas of pigmentation on the skin. They are often considered an unpleasant side effect of aging, but there are a few methods that may remove age spots. There are two types of age spots. One is caused by damage from sun exposure, while the other is a result of changing hormones. Age spots are flat marks on the surface of the skin. They...
By N/A
Sunscreen, in the form of lotion, cream or gel, contains chemical filters and/or organic filters that diffuse and block Ultraviolet (UV) rays that increase your risk of developing pigmentation disorders, sunburn and skin cancer. Sunscreen absorbs a portion of these dangerous rays but its effectiveness diminishes over time and during certain activities. For this reason, it's important to...