Flu season is here and many of us will get sick. It seems we have more to worry about, though, because of antibiotic resistant Superbugs. There are things you can do to help protect yourself and even get healthier, quicker.The herbs Echinacea and Goldenseal help rev up your immune system - up to 60%! This is helpful since it causes your own immune system to activate, which may help strengthen it. When used in a liquid combination, these herbs have been used to kill bacteria, fungi and protozoa and help to treat infections.Goldenseal has been used for centuries to kill all kinds of bacteria including Streptococci, and has immune stimulating qualities. It also helps to protect the mucous membranes from infections in the throat, sinus, bronchi and even the gastrointestinal tract.Echinacea has been shown to stimulate the immune system by promoting activity and T-cell activation. It also helps your white blood cells to aggressively attack germs.This herbal combination can be a powerful addition to your medicine cabinet during flu season. The liquid form may work best. It can be absorbed easier than breaking down a pill - which is helpful for those […]
We massage ourselves nearly every day. The natural reaction to reach out and touch a painful part of the body forms the basis of massage. As long ago as 3000 BC massage was used as a therapy in the Far East, making it one of the oldest treatments used by humans. In 5 BC in ancient Greece, Hippocrates recommended that to maintain health, a massage using oils should be taken daily after a perfumed bath. Greek physicians were well used to treating people who suffered from pain and stiffness in the joints. The relaxation and healing powers of massage have been well documented over the past 5000 years.The therapeutic value of applying oils and rubbing parts of the body to lessen pain and prevent illness was recognised amongst the ancient Mediterranean civilisations. In ancient times scented oils were almost always used when giving massages, creating an early form of aromatherapy massage.Massage increased in popularity when, in the 19th century, Per Henrik Ling, a Swedish fencing master and academic, created the basis for what is now known as Swedish massage. Swedish massage deals with the soft tissues of the body. It is a combination of relaxing effects and exercises that work […]
Bare Essentials makeup is probably the fastest growing brand of makeup in the country. From TV ad sales to full counters in department stores nationwide, the company has really boomed. However, is it as effective as they claim?
For a brief overview of Bare Essentials basic kits and starter products, keep reading.
Price
The Bare Minerals Getting Started Kit typically retails for between $70 and $100, depending on where you purchase it and any deals or specials. Usually, the best bargains can be found not in retail stores, but on television or through the Bare Minerals website.
Admittedly, the price is high for what is essentially a foundation and blush kit. However, the starter kit also comes with multiple brushes - and every makeup expert knows, a good brush kit can be costly. If you’re on a budget or just want try the product without making a full commitment, you can purchase a smaller starter kit online for about $59.
Ease of Use
Unfortunately, if you don’t know how to use your Bare Essentials makeup, it’s not going to look good. After purchasing my kit, I attempted to delve right in without viewing the how-to DVD. The results were horrendous.
After my initial […]
