Damage from the sun, freckles, dark spots, and scarring can all leave your complexion looking less than lovely. Sure, there are many products out there that claim to lighten your skin and give you a perfect complexion, but can you really trust them? And what’s more, is it really worth it to spend a bundle? I say definitely not! When it comes to beauty, there is virtually nothing that you can’t do at home..especially taking care of your skin. So here are some cheap and natural ways you can lighten your skin and have a beautiful, glowing complexion! Sunblock It’s no mystery t...

Why spend a ton of money on products when you can do the same things at home for much less? Here’s one of my favorite recipes for when my skin feels parched, which is usually around this time (when the cold weather starts to kick in!). Here’s What You’ll Need 2 oz/60g ripe avocado flesh 1 oz/25g orange juice 1 tsp/5g pure acacia honey 1 tsp/5g molasses 5 drops chamomile essential oil Start by mixing all the ingredients in a blender. You can also mash them in a bowl if you fish. If you see that the consistency is too thick, add a little  bit of orange juice. Apply to your fa...

Acne can be a tough thing to deal with, especially if you’ve suffered from it for a long time. For a lot of us, there aren’t many products out there that actually help. No matter what you seem to do, those pesky pimples keep coming back, and so in the end, it can get a little expensive to keep up with buying new products or new treatments all the time. Thankfully, there are other ways you can clear up your acne the natural way! Here are 7 ways to ward off acne and pimples for good! #1. Baking Soda Most of us already have baking soda in our own homes, so there’s no need to g...

Yes, you read the title right…this is definitely NOT a joke. I was browsing through Cosmo when I saw an interesting article that talked about sperm facials and how you can get one. And no, I’m not talking about sperm facials in the sexual way, but in the beauty facial way that you can actually get at the salon. So how the hell does this actually work? Well, I’ve never actually tried it myself, but I did look into it quite a bit since it struck me as fascinating. Apparently, these sperm facials will cut you back around $250 and they last about an hour…10 minutes of whic...

It can be hard to pull off perfect skin, but with the right tools, a little bit of know-how, and determination, you CAN get that perfect, flawless skin you’ve been aching for. So here are 6 simple steps to getting the perfect skin! Step 1: Cleansing Choose a gentle, creamy, liquid cleanser and try to avoid soap bars which just spread germs and dirt on your face. Apply the liquid cleanser to a cotton ball and gently massage it onto your face using slow, circular motions. Rinse with lukewarm water and make sure the water isn’t hot since it can aggravate the skin and inflame capilla...

Why would you spend hundreds of dollars on cosmetic products that promise to rid your skin of acne, pimples and blackheads, when they don’t even work? There are literally thousands of acne related products out there on the market, but none of them actually work the way they’re supposed to! And trust me when I say I have tried countless creams, gels, washes and masks from the most expensive to the cheapest and in the end…they’re all the same. Stop wasting your money on these products because you can do the same thing at home. Pure,  natural ingredients are best when it...

By now, everyone’s heard or read about the unsafe effects that the sun or the tanning bed can have on your skin. Basically, a tanned complexion is now looked at as unhealthy skin. But, that doesn’t mean you still can’t get a little color. First off, take into consideration your complexion. If you’re pale, white, pasty, whatever…the sun is probably not your friend. If you tan easily (meaning you darken, not redden), then it’s okay to stay in the sun for no more than 20 minutes at a time. But what do you do when you overstay your welcome in the sun and come ou...

Cellulite is one of the biggest skin issues that women suffer from, and although we’re always looking for new ways to get rid of them, we’re not so successful. Spending money on expensive creams and such is not a good idea, especially when you can make your own product at home! Here is an excellent cellulite recipe you can make in the comfort of your own home. One of the most important things to remember when trying to diminish cellulite is to massage the cellulite area. Massaging it will help redistrubute the fat cells that are trapped, making the cellulite less visible. Coffee Bo...