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...

If you haven’t yet heard of Mario Badescu Skin Care products, they’re actually some of the best products you can get for your skin, especially if you’re acne prone. What I like about Mario Badescu Skin Care is that they personalize the products according to your skin type. So even before you purchase anything, they’ll have you fill out some questions about your skin so that they can match you up with the right products. I’ve been a big fan of Mario Badescu because not only because their products have actually worked on my skin but also because it’s relative...

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...

Exfoliating is a very important part of skin care as it gets rid of the dead skin cells that can build up and leave your skin feeling dry and rough. But instead of wasting your money on expensive exfoliating products, why not whip something up at home? This is one of my favorite exfoliating recipes as not only does it work, but it leaves my skin feeling silky smooth – oh, and it’s cheap too! So what do you need? Just some Kraft Miracle Whip! Women all over the world have been using miracle whip as a way to exfoliate, and let me tell you, it does wonders! So here’s what you d...

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...