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If you shave regularly, then you are no stranger to shaving cream. This product is a foamy, cream-based lubricant that preps the skin for shaving. It works by softening the facial hair for easy shaving. Shaving creams come in a variety of formulations. If you shave several times per week, then you can easily finish a can of shaving cream …

Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic ritual that dates back to over 3,000 years ago. Also known as “kavala” or “gundusha,” oil pulling involves swirling a spoonful of oil in the mouth for 20 minutes, first thing in the morning. According to practitioners, swirling the oil in the mouth helps draw toxins away from the body and improve health. Because …

Hemp oil is a type of light or dark green oil derived from pressed hemp seeds. The oil has a grassy aroma and a nutty flavor. Clear hemp oil is the refined version of this oil. Refined hemp oil has very little vitamins and antioxidants compared to cold pressed hemp oil. Essentially, the darker the oil, the higher the nutritional …

Frankincense oil is derived from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, which is native to Somalia. The resin is typically used as incense while the oil is added to perfumes, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products.  Frankincense oil is naturally rich in anti-inflammatory compounds. It’s also teeming with antibacterial, antiviral and astringent compounds. Unsurprisingly, Frankincense oil is prized for its curative …

Fun Fact: did you know that oily-skinned women are less likely to develop fine lines compared to dry-skinned women? But that does not make an oily face a good look! Oily skin is caused by the excessive production of sebum on the top layer of the skin. There are many reasons why the skin produces excess sebum such as raging …

Olive oil is a type of fat derived from pressed olive fruits. The oil is often used in cooking, cosmetics, soaps and pharmaceutical products. Unlike other cooking oil, olive oil is rich in essential nutrients, making olive oil one of the healthiest types of oil to use in cooking. The fruity flavor of the oil coupled by a pleasing mouth-feel …

Jamaican black castor oil is a nourishing oil derived from castor beans. Unlike regular castor oil, Jamaican black castor oil is processed minimally. Instead of a bright yellow fluid, Jamaican black castor oil is darker in color because the impurities are not strained. The castor seeds are roasted before grounded and then pressed into oil. The minimal processing helps retain …

Sweet almond oil is a type of nourishing oil extracted from edible almonds. As the name implies, sweet almond oil has a subtle sweet taste and is widely used in cosmetic products. On its own, sweet almond oil helps breathe life back to hair and refine the skin. Below are just a few of the many beauty benefits of this …

Health experts advise against using cooking oil regularly but for those who can’t resist fried foods, abstaining from cooking oil is a struggle. So if you must eat fried foods, at least use healthier cooking oils. There are different types of cooking oils and it’s important to know which ones are less damaging to the health. In today’s post, we …

Home cooked meals will always be superior to fast food. Cooking your meals at home is also a great strategy for people who want to lose weight! Unfortunately, some cooking habits are downright fattening! Even “healthy” meals become unhealthy due to wrong cooking practices. In today’s post, we are listing down simple cooking hacks to help you achieve the best …