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5 Things you should know before getting a facial

5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE GETTING A FACIAL

1- Determine what your there for before you go: relaxation or treatment
Just like a massage, there are varying types of facials- some that are geared towards pampering and relaxation, and some that are geared towards treatment of specific skin issues. Knowing ahead of time what your goals are for the experience will ensure that you get the best results, and that your skin therapist heads sown the right path. Relaxation treatments typically consist of a thorough cleansing, minor exfoliation, steamy hot towels, and luxurious masques. While treatment facials are comprised of stronger exfoliators that may sting or tingle, extractions of pimples and blackheads, and the use of agents that may cause peeling (the good kind of peeling that means new shiny skin is on the way!)

2- Don’t book your facial on the eve of a big event

Facials often leave your skin a little red, especially if pimple extractions took place. [they are my favorite part… weird right?] Give yourself plenty of time to recover from any redness or peeling that may occur in the couple of days following your treatment. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, so I recommend about 3-4 days after your facial for anything major such as a wedding or event. Your skin will still be glowy!

3- Speaking of GLOWY- shiny has a whole new meaning!
Post facial, you’ll be squeaky clean like you’ve never been before! After several cleansings, hot towels, steam, and luxurious products- your skin will be completely free of any dirt, buildup or makeup. This means that when you walk out of the spa and back into the dressing room, you may not recognize yourself when you pass by a mirror. It’s ok- many of the other spa patrons will be in your same boat. And while it is tempting to quickly apply your makeup to feel human again- I suggest you refrain as long as possible to give your skin a chance to really breathe, free from all that gunk. This means yes, you’ll have to walk to your car with a bare face, and yes, your husband may look at you a little sideways- but if you can handle it… 12 hours sans makeup will do your skin some serious good!

4- A facial isn’t just for the face
While the vast majority of the treatment concentrates on the face, the rest of your body gets some good vibes too! The facial includes work on the neck and upper chest area, called the decollate. It’s all part of the body that needs to be cared for to help prevent aging, and to protect against the suns UV rays. So your therapist will continue the use of the steamy towels, masques, and lotions down on to your chest as part of the whole regimen. Beyond that your therapist will also offer a nice massage to the hands, head, shoulders or feet- usually while the treatment masques are working their magic on your face. It’s incredibly relaxing and all around good for the body and soul.

5- The benefits of a facial go well beyond a clean face
Not only does your facial treat the skin, it also treats the systems in the body that provide nourishment to the skin and its cells. While I was earning my esthetics license, I became interested in the lymphatic system and its role in the bodies health. The lymph system resides just under the surface of the skin and can be triggered to carry toxins out of the body with touch. Facial, neck and chest massage trigger movement in the lymph system that in turn, increases blood flow, circulation, and healthy cell turn over. All of which have huge benefits for your over all health and appearance. Pretty amazing, right!?!

So, if your lacking some luster in your skin, struggling with fine lines or acne, or just need an hour away for some ‘me-time’- I highly recommend you book yourself a facial. You won’t regret it! Be sure you come back next week to learn about my at-home facial routine too.

Source: Beauty snoop

Good health tip: Use methi seeds to banish dandruff

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Methi or fenugreek seeds and leaves alike are common additions to an Indian diet. But this tiny brown seed is not simply a condiment. Packed with amazing health benefits, right from being able to increase the production of breast milk to helping in digestion, methi seeds have a number of health benefits. Packed with proteins, fibre, vitamin C, niacin, potassium, iron and alkaloids, methi contains a compound diosgenin which has oestrogen-like properties, as well as steroidal saponins. Known as a common natural method to delay the graying of hair, methi is the perfect antidote against stubborn hair related conditions like dandruff.

A potent anti-bacterial and anti fungal agent, methi helps to get rid of dandruff permanently and prevents it from recurring. Apart from that, methi also helps keep your hair shiny and conditioned due to the nourishing activity it has on your scalp.

Here is how you can use methi to beat dandruff:

Soak methi seeds in some water overnight (the amount of methi seeds you take depends on the thickness and length of your hair). After they have been soaked for at least eight hours, grind them to make a paste. Now apply this paste on your scalp and leave it in for half an hour. Next, wash your hair and scalp well with reetha or soapnut powder.

To keep dandruff at bay, you can also choose to use methi leaves instead of methi seeds. Crush the leaves and apply this on your hair half-an-hour before you wash your hair. Practice this regularly and you should see the results in about one month.

Source: the health site

The top 10 classic hairstyles of all time

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There are hairstyles that become popular and then there are ones that redefine trends, which never go out of fashion that drives women crazy or mad. Here are the 10 classic hairstyles that have endured time itself.

The James Dean Quiff

James Dean was sexier than sex itself, The Rebel without a Cause superstar was an icon who died at the top of his game in a car crash aged just 24. He had that kind of leading man charisma that’s never been replicated and his hair was an essential asset. The style has been around for a long time and refuses to die down. His slick hair with a slight quiff is an all-time classic look and pretty easy to maintain as well.

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The Beatles Moptop
They were the greatest band in the world and more famous than Jesus in their own words. The Beatles impacted culture beyond our imagination. One of their major contributions was the moptop, a mid-length hairstyle which is collar-length at the back and over the ears with straight fringes. The style endures to this day and is popularly known as the Arthur after George Harrison called it that once.

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The David Beckham Faux hawk
While George Best came before him and was inarguably the first football superstar, it was David Beckham who became the first truly global superstar who was known as much for his hairstyles as he was for his ability with the ball. While Beckham sported a lot of hairstyles during his career, the one that really stuck out was the faux hawk, a quasi-Mohawk with the hair shorter on the sides. Basically, a watered down version of the Mohawk, the hairstyle was copied the world over including by Aamir Khan who sported in Taare Zameen Par.

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The Don Draper Classic Sideparting
The period show Mad Men really brought back the swinging 60s in our life especially the classy hairstyles sported by the men there. The side-parting has always been a classic look and Don Draper wears it in a very well-slicked manner which makes a person look very well-groomed. Of course, you’d need a jaw-line and personality like Mr Draper to pull it off completely but that hairstyle has very little wrong with it.

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The Bob Marley Dreadlocks

The Jamaican was revered around the world for distinctive song-writing, vocal style, marijuana use and pretty much defined the reggae genre. His hair, long dreadlocks too became iconic as a symbol of counterculture. His hair was based on his Rastafarian beliefs which ban cutting hair. In time, the look would be copied around the world and not just by those following the religion. There was rumour that doctors found new species of lice on his hair after he died but that was just an urban myth.

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The Travis Bickle Mohawk
The Mohawk is a crazy hairstyle and you won’t find a lot of sane human beings walking around with the look. Used by US soldiers to scare enemies, the hairstyle entered iconic status when Travis Bickle shaved off the side of his head in the cult classic Taxi Driver. The classic Mohawk is a look where the hair is completely shaved off on the sides leaving a just thin strip in the middle. The look actually became pretty popular with sportsmen and even MS Dhoni sported it during the T20 Champions League.

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The Brad Pitt Fight Club Spikey look
Fight Club is a coming-of-age film for guys born in an era where rebellion was the norm. EmpireOnline.com picked Brad Pitt’s character Tyler Durden as the greatest movie character and described him saying: ‘He’s a rock star god, a natural-born leader, a trend-setter. He is unrestrained id, he is a monster, he is the very image of modern man (or at least how modern man would like to see himself). He looks like what you want to like, he f**ks like you want to f**k, and he is an utterly indelible creation.’ And a big part was Durden’s ‘I don’t give a f*ck hairstyle’. Sporting slightly longish hair in the back along with tall, messy spikes, the looks has become synonymous with rebellion now.

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The Great Gatsby Side Sweep
Poor Leo, no matter what he does, he just doesn’t seem to win an Oscar. He has appeared in so many classic movies but keeps on missing out on the big one every single time. In the movie based on the novel by F Scott Fitzgerald, Di Caprio sports a look that was very common in the 1920s and is has become popular with the guys again. The hairstyle is slick and suitable for everyday use and all you need is a little gel and a slight quiff.

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The Jim Morrison Long Hair Look
Jim Morrison once said: ‘Some of the worst mistakes in my life were haircuts.’ The 60s was an era where everyone seemed to have long hair but no one carried it better than Morrison. The Doors frontman sported an iconic long hair look that has stuck with rebels and rockers till now. He grew his hair long and let it drop all over his head similar to a helmet and the style is perfect for those who want to exude some rebellion and don’t care about what society thinks about long hair.

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The Sean Connery 007
Men want to be him, women want to be with him’, perhaps no one encompassed this phrase better than the first Bond, Sean Connery. Bond was always the classic man and sported a simplem short hairstyle which was short hair combed back which today would be called a pompadour. And Bond’s legend endured, and so impressed was author Ian Fleming with Sean Connery that he even gave James Bond a half-Scottish background to match Connery’s background. We can assume the classic hairstyle didn’t hurt his cause.

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Source: fox news

Six simple steps to healthy nails

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A few magic ingredients from grandma’s kitchen can give you strong, healthy and shiny nails!

Step 1- Chip your nails to the length you want.

Step 2- File your nails in one direction. Never file them in back and forth direction as it causes the nails to chip and break.

Step 3- Take a lemon, make a hole in it, put your finger in up-to the nail part and rotate the lemon.

Step 4- Slightly heat some coconut oil and massage your nails with it.

Step 5- Put a few drops of lemon onto your nails and rub them before wiping it off with a cotton swab.

Step 6- Wash with lukewarm water and pat dry.

The idea behind using lemon is, that it is high in Vitamin- C content which targets brittle nails, making them healthy and strong. Coconut oil nourishes and replenishes the lost moisture of your nails due to the damage done to them by nail polish, detergents and other chemicals.

Source: zee news

Five simple steps for feather soft hands

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Get a compliment on your next handshake!

Step 1- If you have sensitive skin use a gentle scrub, else you can opt for a normal one. Dab it on your skin with a few drops of water, rub it and massage it well in circular motion. Then wash your hands in lukewarm water.

Step 2- Apply deep moisturising cream and massage well.

Step 3- Use cotton gloves or simply wrap your hands with a cotton handkerchief and keep it on till morning.

Step 4- In the morning, wash your hands with a gentle handwash/facewash and pat dry.

Step 5- Apply a light moisturising lotion and feel the difference!

Source: Zee news

3 hydrating face masks you can make at home

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The harsh summer heat can play havoc with your skin by robbing it of its moisture and sheen and leaving you with a dull-looking, tanned appearance. Not just this, it can also give you age spots, fine lines and wrinkles. It is essential to keep your skin hydrated at all times to prevent these from happening. Apart from moisturising your skin, you can make hydrating face masks at home using natural ingredients such as mango, multani mitti, lemon juice, etc. Priti Mehta, founder and director, Omved, suggests a few DIY hydrating face masks.

Mask 1:

Mango and chia hydrating mask: Suitable for all skin types, the summer mask revitalises and rejuvenates by balancing and moisturising your skin.

Ingredients:

  • Two tablespoons of mango pulp
  • One teaspoon of chia seeds
  • One teaspoon of aloe vera gel

Directions:

  • Blend or mash half a mango until smooth and creamy. Do not mash the mango with peels.
  • Soak the chia seeds in one tablespoon of cool water. Mix with a whisk and let it stand for a few minutes. Whisk again, and let stand for 10 minutes. Whisk the mixture again and let it sit in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or till they expand into a gel.
  • Scrape the gel fresh from the inside of aloe vera leaves.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a clean and dry mixing bowl and you can add or decrease the chia seeds gel according to the consistency you want for the mask.
  • Apply it on your face and leave on for about 15 minutes.

Use a warm and moist washcloth to remove the mask gently. Follow up with a splash of cool water on the face to rinse completely and pat dry with a soft towel.

Mask 2:

Sabudana and lime exfoliating face mask: The thick and gentle exfoliating mask made with sabudana will do wonders to your skin leaving it clean, smooth and soft! Good for all skin types, it works best for sensitive and oily skin.

Ingredients:

  • One tablespoon of small sabudana
  • Three tablespoons of lime juice
  • One tablespoon of brown sugar
  • One teaspoon of Fuller’s earth (Multani mitti)

Directions:

  • Add sabudana and lime juice in a pan and let it thicken over low fire, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from the heat and let it cool.
  • Add sugar, Multani mitti and the cooled ingredients in a dry bowl and mix well.
  • Gently massage scrub on your face while avoiding eye area.
  • Let the scrub stay on the face for 10 to 15 minutes.

Use a warm and moist washcloth to remove the mask gently. Follow up with a splash of cool water on the face to rinse completely and pat dry with a soft towel. Follow up with a moisturiser.

Mask 3:

Khus Cocoa glow mask: It is effective in nourishing your skin and reversing sun damage.

Ingredients:

  • Two tablespoons of khuskhus
  • Two tablespoons of cocoa powder
  • Three tablespoons of raw milk
  • Three tablespoons of oatmeal powder
  • Half teaspoon of mint powder or two drops of mint essential oil

Directions:

  • Soak the khuskhus in raw milk overnight.
  • Next morning grind it to a paste.
  • If you don’t have oatmeal powder, simply blend some oats in a processor.
  • Mix all ingredients and apply the paste on the face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
  • Massage in the upward direction for a few minutes. Place some cucumber slices on the eyes.
  • Let the scrub stay on the face for 10 to 15 minutes.

Use a warm and moist washcloth to remove the mask gently. Follow up with a splash of cool water on the face to rinse completely and pat dry with a soft towel. Follow up with a moisturiser.

Source: the health site

Want gorgeous glow on skin? Eat and apply the right vitamins

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Are you eating all the right veggies and fruits but your face still lacks the luminescent glow? Believe it or not the skin care regime is missing some essential vitamins.

The aging signs can be reversed by the help of nutrients. Even if a balanced diet holds the key to a gorgeous skin , according to Mary Lupo, MD, clinical professor of dermatology, “the body delivers only a certain percentage of vitamins to your skin, no matter how much you ingest.” The diet does keep the skin superfine but it may not do the needful for the blemishes, under eye skin and facial marks. This means that we have to topically apply the vitamins in the skin to make it glow and look better.

Vitamin A- the age fighter

This is an important part of the night creams and OTC lotions. They contribute greatly to the removal of blemishes like brown spots and reduction of the wrinkles; they also help in smoothening the rough skin. They help in reducing age lines and thus make the person look younger. Make sure that you apply the cream at night as the sunlight works negatively on the vitamin and neutralize its action. The creams with retinoids may cause irritation and redness so apply in very little quantities, every alternate day in the beginning.

Vitamin B3 to reduce redness

The skin is protected by an outer barrier made up of fatty acids and ceramides. This helps the skin retain moisture and ward off substances that cause skin irritations. So if the skin is sensitive and prone to dryness then use Vitamin B3 creams for reducing skin redness and keeping the skin hydrated. It also helps in minimizing the dark spots if used in morning and night. Mixing a retinoid cream with niacinamide or Vitamin B3 provides great anti aging benefits.

Vitamin C- the all around vitamin that keeps age at bay

Skin care benefit is maximum from the creams that show a concentration of more than 5% of vitamin C and are stored in air tight containers. Vitamin C helps ward off the sagging skin by making it firm and also helps in treating brown spots. Discolorations and fine lines lighten up tremendously with the regular use of Vitamin C.

Moisturize the skin with Vitamin E

Generally all after sun products and the sunscreens contain this Vitamin and help the skin retain the hydration and also quell dryness. It helps neutralize the harmful and damaging free radicals keeping it less dry and inflamed. It’s best used before heading out to the sun and also after sun exposure. Vitamin E in the skin is destroyed by UV light or sun exposure so just pick the right cream and slather it on generously.

Vitamin K for brighter eyes

Brighten the under eye skin with creams containing Vitamin K. The capillaries below the eyes are very fragile and the blood in them sometimes leaks into the skin causing the dark eyes. The Vitamin helps in lighten the under eye skin by lightening the melanin. Generally the Vitamin K is complemented by the retinol, says Dr. Baumann, “the retinol may enhance K’s ability to penetrate skin and knock out darkness.”

Remember now it’s not only the greens that you gorge on, concentrate on the Vitamin applications for that extra glow.

Source: the med guru

Critics Want FDA to OK New Sunscreen Ingredients

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Rigel’s patients can’t buy similar products in the United States because they contain sun-filtering compounds — classified as over-the-counter drugs in the United States and Canada but cosmetics elsewhere. These compounds don’t yet have FDA approval, even though in some cases they’ve been used for decades in other countries.

“There’s no good reason why the FDA hasn’t approved these,” says Rigel, a past president of the American Academy of Dermatology and a clinical professor at NYU Langone Medical Center.
“As a physician, it’s frustrating to me that we can’t seem to get an answer about when the FDA will approve these ingredients that have already been proven safe in Europe.”

The eight sun filters awaiting FDA approval “have the potential to be different and better,” Rigel says. They tend to last longer and lend themselves to more “elegant” formulations than some of the goopy sunscreen products on the U.S. market, he says.
If it seems like there’s no shortage of sunscreen choices on store shelves, you might be surprised to learn the FDA hasn’t approved a new active sunscreen ingredient since before 2002. That year, the agency published regulations aimed at streamlining the review of over-the-counter drugs, such as sun filters, with track records in other countries.

Under a different review process, though, the FDA in 2006 allowed L’Oreal to market Anthelios SX, a daily moisturizer that contains a sun filter used in products sold in Europe and Canada since 1993. The approval only applies to Anthelios SX products sold by L’Oreal brands.
“The FDA remains committed to allowing sunscreens containing additional ingredients to be made available to consumers if there are enough data to show that they are generally recognized as safe and effective for use in over-the-counter sunscreens,” the agency says in a statement to WebMD. “The FDA recognizes the public health importance of sunscreen use and has prioritized reviewing the safety and effectiveness of additional sunscreen ingredients as quickly as possible, given the agency’s resources.”

Waiting Game
Manufacturers of the eight different sun-filtering compounds have applied to the FDA for approval under the 2002 “time and extent” regulations. This is another way to approve over-the-counter drugs sold outside the U.S., says Michael Werner. He’s a Washington, D.C., lawyer who advises the PASS (Public Access to Sunscreen) Coalition.
“Time” refers to having been marketed continuously for at least 5 years in the same country, while “extent” refers to marketing a sufficient quantity.

The time and extent regulations allow applicants, when requesting FDA approval, to use data from other countries to demonstrate safety and effectiveness, Werner says. “That’s why it requires at least 5 years of continuous marketing in other countries.“

Source: web md

7 Simple Steps for Head-to-Toe Sun Protection

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Stay sun-safe from head to toe
by Lisa WhitmoreYou won’t read “Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30 DAILY!” here, because by now, you know you should. Still, you may need a reminder of why this habit is so important. Some eye-openers: “Up to 90 percent of skin cancers are associated with UV exposure,” says Elizabeth Hale, MD, a clinical associate professor of dermatology at the NYU Langone Medical Center. One in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer—which includes deadly melanoma—in their lifetimes. Our hassle-free guide is filled with practical tips on keeping every body part safe. To-do: Read, stock up on SPF, rub!

Legs
Women are more likely to develop melanoma on their lower legs and men on their backs, probably because men take off their shirts in summer while women bare their gams. “For everyday, a body lotion with SPF 15 is better than nothing,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, director of cosmetic and clinical research in the department of dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. Beach days require an actual sunscreen. Don’t forget your feet—they’re at risk for melanoma too, and very exposed in sandals2

Back and arms
These are also prime spots for melanoma. To help them (and every inch of you) stay protected at the beach or pool, slather on SPF at home in the buff, says Dr. Hale; it takes about 15 minutes to sink in. Derms prefer lotion to sprays for the first coat because you get an even layer of coverage. Have your partner or a friend do your back, from the tops of shoulders on down. Rays can still penetrate the fabric of a one-piece, particularly if it’s an older suit that’s wearing thin. If nobody is around to lend a hand, use sunscreen spray with a 360-degree nozzle to reach behind you. Either way, pack a spray for touch-ups every two hours. By law, sunscreens can no longer claim to be sweatproof or waterproof—the truth is, you do sweat them off. And don’t rush the spritz process. Yes, it’s supposed to be quick, but you still need to be thorough. “Hold the nozzle 1 to 2 inches away from skin, spray for one to two seconds per part, then rub it in,” advises Dr. Zeichner. Avoid applying downwind or most of your protection will get blown out to sea.

Neck and chest
“Signs of sun damage show up here early in life, perhaps because the area is more sensitive and often exposed,” says Kevin Cooper, MD, chair of the department of dermatology at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. Cover the entire region with sunscreen, including the sides of your neck. “The area under your ears is particularly susceptible to aging and cancer because it doesn’t have the benefit of the shadow of your chin, which gives the front of your neck some protection,” says Dr. Zeichner. If you’re wearing a ponytail, be sure to smear the back of your neck.

Face
It’s a common spot to develop basal and squamous cell carcinoma, the most prevalent forms of skin cancer. And we hardly need to mention the dark splotches, fine lines and crow’s-feet that come from sun exposure. “Don’t count on your makeup,” cautions Dr. Hale: It may contain SPF, but you probably won’t apply enough to achieve a significant level of protection. Your best bet is a sunscreen that’s lightweight and oil-free, especially if you’re acne-prone. Alternatively, find SPF in a multitasking daily moisturizer. And choose a hat over a baseball cap, which doesn’t cover the sides of the face or ears.

Eyes

If your regular sunscreen brings on redness or tears, try a formula with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, both of which are unlikely to irritate eyes. Wear sunglasses that block 100 percent of UV rays, the best defense against cataracts and other eye damage caused by rays.

Lips
Your ideal shield: SPF 30 lip balm. If there’s none handy, use a matte lipstick. Avoid glossy lip colors if you’re spending a lot of time outside, notes Dr. Hale: Gloss—even if it has SPF—intensifies the sun and can increase the damaging effects of UV rays like baby oil can.1

Scalp and ears

Scarily, skin cancer on areas with little fat is more apt to spread because it penetrates deeper than it would on a fleshier spot, says Dr. Zeichner. “Dip a cotton swab in SPF lotion and paint it on your part and ears,” suggests Francesca Fusco, MD, a dermatologist in New York City. Or use a sunscreen stick. A nice blowout can come in handy: One Australian study showed that hair worn down gives ears substantial coverage.3

Know the trouble spots
The average adult has 10 to 40 moles, per the National Cancer Institute. (People with 50 or more are at higher risk of developing melanoma.) While most little brown spots tend to be benign, some can indicate cancer. ID yours here. 4

Moles to get checked, stat, are…
– Larger than a pencil eraser
– Scabby, hard or lumpy
– Jagged around the edges
– Uneven in color
– Starting to itch, ooze or bleed (any change merits a doctor’s visit)

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Moles that are typically benign are…
– Smaller than 5 millimeters wide
– Rounded or dome-shaped
– Symmetrical
– Consistent in shade
– Unchanging over time

Source: health

Varicose veins Treatment

VaricoseVeins-564x600Varicose veins are the superficial venous system disease. With associated symptoms and complications they make the most frequent disease of the blood vessels of the legs.

The treatment of varicose veins should be comprehensively.

Therefore, it would be the best addition to the medical treatment that was recommended by a doctor, in a battle with the disease using some folk medicine resources.

We give you the most efficient and most effective methods of folk medicine intended for the treatment of varicose veins.Treatment for varicose veins.

One of the most effective treatments for treating varicose veins is the garlic oil.
Garlic oil should be gently rubbed into the varicose vein, then put a nylon bag over it and wrap it with a bandage or a warm cloth.

The treatment is done in the evening and left for overnight. In the morning, wash your feet and put something warm over that.

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Apple Cider Vinegar – the simplest, but most effective way of treating varicose veins.

Apple cider vinegar contains a large amount of vitamins, minerals, macro and micronutrients, including potassium, calcium, iron and iodine.

If properly used apple cider vinegar will help you to deal with varicose veins, without any negative side effects. Results are visible after 3-4 weeks.

The simplest way to use apple cider vinegar is rubbing the diseased veins with that. This is done in a very simple way:

Soak a piece of cotton wool in apple vinegar and gently rub it on the problematic parts of the vein.

The treatment should be done at least twice a day – morning and evening. You can do this treatment several times a day. Treatment is necessary to take at least a month.

Nettle is also very effective in the treatment of varicose veins.

This treatment requires patience and accuracy in the implementation. You can combine it with other methods in the treatment of this disease.

In the course of 6 months, it is necessary to drink this beverage which is prepared in the following manner:

– Pour 1 tablespoon of nettle 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil on lower heat.
– After cooled, drain it and divide into three equal parts. Drink three times a day before meals.

Source: secretly healthy