Face powder is used to make the skin more even and matte. Most finely ground powders consist of talc (absorbs skin sebum), mineral pigments (gives the powder its color), small kaolin (covers blemishes), titanium dioxide (prevents sunburn), mica (gives the skin a sheen), and magnesium carbonate (a white chalk-like substance that is mixed in). This […]
Aromatherapy is an ancient approach of using essential oils to promote healing and enhance mental well-being. And, one of the most effective ways to apply these oils is through a massage. Read this article to learn more about the benefits of an aromatherapy massage. #1. Relieves Stress Everyone has stress. You have not slept well […]
If you have heard of bamboo therapy, you should know that bamboo therapy is another natural treatment in vogue for improving blood circulation and fighting cellulite. A technique that, as the name suggests, uses bamboo sticks of different sizes. The practitioner applies the bamboo sticks to specific parts of the body, achieving great benefits on […]
School, work, family, phone calls, emails, traffic, sometimes it feels like there’s no escape from these things. Day-to-day stress is, to some extent, inevitable. We would all like to stop and give ourselves at least an hour of peace and relaxation to get on with the week. What better way to accomplish this than through […]
In the 1920s, a French cosmetics chemist named Rene-Maurice Gattefosse was making fragrances in his laboratory one day when he accidentally burned his arm. He stuck his badly burned arm into the nearest cold liquid, which turned out to be a bath of lavender oil. To his surprise, the pain decreased dramatically, and the usual […]
Some women fear massage during pregnancy. On the other hand, prenatal massage, practised by professionals, is increasingly recommended by gynaecologists and obstetricians and is specifically designed for pregnant women. We invite all expectant mothers to let the first three months of pregnancy pass before being massaged. And as a precaution, ask for your trusted doctor’s written […]
Massages have prominently gained popularity over the years, whether it is an Indian oil massage or a deep tissue massage, anyone is willing to indulge in such experiences. One type of massage that is slowly becoming famous is the Chinese Massage that involves two types known as “tui na” and “zhi ya” traditions. These massages […]
Hot stone massages have been around for a long time, with some claiming that the practice originates from Native American tribes using stones warmed by fire as relief for aching muscles. The modern method of hot stone massages is said to have been introduced by Tucson, AZ native Mary Nelson, who trademarked the practice under […]
Facial massages are not only relaxing, but they also have a positive effect on our skin. You can counteract the ageing process of the skin with simple home facial massages. The face has many nerve endings and pressure points, depending on the type of facial massage; you can achieve holistic relaxation or better blood circulation […]
Many people think that deep tissue massage is supposed to be painful in order to be beneficial. As the saying goes, “No pain, no gain” does not always apply to massage. In fact, many people fall into a deeper state of relaxation when they receive a deep tissue massage. So what is a deep […]
