Remove Skin Tags Naturally [Infographic]

Remove Skin Tags Naturally [Infographic] from iHerb.com

Most physicians generally advise to leave skin tags untreated if they do not pose or indicate a medical problem and if they are not bothersome.

However, since skin tags are often found on the face, neck, underarms, groin region and under the breasts, they can be unsightly and embarrassing.

Skin tags can be removed at the doctor's office by severing (cutting them off) with a scalpel or scissors or by electrolysis (cauterization).

In addition, there are various home remedies for removing skin tags including tying them off with dental floss, covering them with duct tape, applying specialty creams, nail polish or alcohol or freezing them off as one would freeze off a wart at home.

Some of these foregoing home treatments may be painful, cause scarring, result in infections or other complications.

For a safer and painless home remedy of skin tags, there are three options that utilize natural ingredients and methods as illustrated and explained in this infographic.  These three treatments involve the use of one of these:

✿ Tea Tree Oil
✿ Apple Cider Vinegar
✿ Castor Oil

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Infographic source and further information:  iHerb.com 

DIY Toothpaste Recipe

Natural Flouride-Free Toothpaste Recipe from RawForBeauty.com

Making your own natural, chemical-free and fluoride-free toothpaste at home is as easy as combining coconut oil and baking soda in a 50/50 ratio.

This DIY recipe gives clear and simple instructions on how to make, use and store it.

To enhance the taste and effectiveness of your homemade toothpaste, or to address specific oral care issues (like gum disease), you can add a few drops of the following essential oils:

❤ Peppermint Oil

❤ Spearmint Oil

❤ Tea Tree Oil

If you are not inclined to make your own toothpaste, there are now many excellent brands of natural toothpaste available for purchase at heath and natural food stores as well as online.  These brands include Auromere, Jason's, Tom's, Nature's Gate, Dessert Essence, Earthpaste, Dr. Collin's and Mercola:

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Infographic Source:  Raw for Beauty

Infographic: Spotlight on Essential Oils

Infographic:  Spotlight on Essential Oils from
Bulk Apothecary

Aromatherapy is an integral part of holistic health and natural beauty.  Essential oils, which form the basis of aromatherapy, have been used to heal and beautify since 3500 BC - the time of the ancient Egyptians.

Today, there is a growing trend away from artificial, synthetic and chemically infused wellness and beauty products and treatments.  Instead, there is an increasingly growing interest in natural, pure and additive-free formulations and applications.

People are re-discovering the many benefits of using various natural ingredients such as sea salts, Epsom salt, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, coconut, almond and olive oil, herbs and spices, and essential oils. 

Essential oils, which are liquids extracted from the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, seeds, bark and other parts of plants, have a variety of beneficial healing properties, uses ad applications.  Because each aromatic oil has specific qualities, it is important to have a good working knowledge of essential oils before using them in any homemade or DIY recipe.

This infographic entitled "Spotlight on Essential Oils" is an excellent primer on the subject as it provides a short but comprehensive overview of the history of aromatherapy and includes a reference chart on the uses and benefits of some of the more common and popular essential oils:

Cinnamon
Citronella
Clove
Eucalyptus
Helichrysum
Jasmine
Lavender
Nutmeg
Orange
Patchouli
Peppermint
Sandalwood
Tea Tree
Ylang Ylang

The infographic also provides some tips on how to use essential oil in various applications, like inhalations, compresses, massage, facial steams, baths and diffusers.

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Infographic Source:  Bulk Apothecary

Infographic: 13 DIY Skin Care Tips @ Home

This infographic entitled "13 DYI Skin Care Tips @ Home" illustrates practical skin care remedies with emphasis on natural ingredients and products including:

✔ Fresh Lemon Juice, to lighten and tighten face

✔ Tea Tree Oil, to heal a pimple quickly

✔ Champagne, to shrink pores, even out skin tone and give skin an antioxidant burst

✔ Sugar, used as a scrub, to prevent pimples and keep skin smooth

✔ Olive, Coconut or Jojoba Oil, for a quick glow when applied to the tops of cheekbones and brow bones

✔ Vitamin C supplements, to prevent early aging and help the body to produce collagen

✔ Leafy greens, eating one cup daily keeps complexion clear and aids with under-eye circles

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17 Beauty Uses for Coconut Oil

Infographic Source:  PMD Personal Microderm

Infographic: 12 Amazing Natural Beauty Remedies

For a natural beauty products and remedies enthusiast, this infographic really is what its title says:  Amazing!  It depicts 12 natural home (non-commercial) and cost effective solutions to some of the most common beauty ailments, including:

Cellulite
Fine Wrinkles and Crows Feet
Puffy Eyes
Teeth Whitening
Dark Eye Circles
Acne and Scars
Large Pores
Age Spots
Dull Hair

The ingredients listed for each remedy are found in a typical home pantry or refrigerator or are easily obtainable at a local farmer's market or supermarket.  The best thing about all of these remedies is that they are completely natural and their costs are far less than their commercial counterparts which often undesirable chemical additives and have been tested on animals.

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Source:  Picklee:  Fresh Picked Inspiration

Silky Soft and Healthy Skin for Pennies a Day

Having silky soft and healthy skin is as simple (and cheap) as reaching into your kitchen cupboard.  Soda or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) has many health and beauty qualities that have been shown to be beneficial in skincare.  It removes oils and acids present on the skin, neutralizes odors, softens skin and aids in healing. 

The simplest way to reap the skincare benefits of baking soda is to add it to the bath or to a homemade facial or body scrub or cleanser. 

It is important to use baking sode with care.  Improper use, including overuse, has been shown to cause cracking and drying of the skin.

This is why I avoid using baking soda as the only ingredient.  Instead, I always combine it with other natural ingredients that have moisturizing properties.  These include various oils (olive, sesame, coconut and almond), honey and aloe vera.  This is particularly essential in scrubs and cleansers that will be applied directly to the skin. 

No time for homemade skincare products?  You can still enjoy the benefits of baking soda by adding 1/3 to 1/2 cup to your bath along with a commerical product. 

Home Remedies: 5 Step Plan to Minimize the Appearance of Varicose and Spider Veins

Large, swollen, twisting and bulging blue and purple varicose veins and extensive clusters of tiny red spider veins are unsightly.  They can also be painful and indicative of certain medical conditions that may require the attention of a healthcare professional.  The following self-care home remedies are intended to improve the general appearance of legs and are not intended to address any health-related issues that may be associated with varicose or spider veins.