Why do stretch marks appear, how can you prevent them and what helps with red and white stretch marks? See the research on gotu kola and skin care.

I remember itchy skin being a problem for me ever since I was a child. I'd scratch until I bled, and the itching even woke me up at night. Of course, I always heard the classic: “Stop scratching!” But let's be honest – when your skin itches that badly, it's practically impossible. And sometimes we scratch without even noticing. Today I know the main cause was dry skin. I tried...

Natural cosmetics have become increasingly popular in recent years, as people look for products that not only care for their skin but are also kind to nature and local communities. Bee products such as honey, propolis, beeswax and bee venom have been known for centuries for their beneficial effects on the skin. They offer a wide range of benefits: they are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and they have...

Dry skin is a condition in which the skin loses its natural moisture. It feels tight and rough, and often flaky and itchy too. Dry skin is usually the result of losing the natural oils and lipids that make up a healthy skin barrier. Staying hydrated, using moisturising products and caring for your skin properly are key to managing and preventing it. WHAT IS DRY SKIN AND WHAT TYPES ARE...

Forehead wrinkles are a natural part of skin ageing and appear as fine lines or creases across the forehead. Besides ageing, they can also be caused by repeated facial expressions, sun exposure, smoking, stress and other factors. When we express emotions, our facial muscles constantly contract and stretch the skin, which over time leads to forehead lines. HOW DOES AGE AFFECT FOREHEAD WRINKLES? Age is one of the main factors...

Stuck for ideas on what to give your loved ones this Christmas?Giving gifts is a wonderful way to show someone we care. But sometimes we have to buy for someone we don't know that well and have no idea what they'd like. And now and then we run out of ideas even for our nearest and dearest – after all, they're the people we buy for most often (birthdays, holidays…),...

Stressed out? That could be the reason behind your skin problems. Research has shown that stress has a negative effect on the skin and on many skin conditions, such as psoriasis, dermatitis, acne and hair loss. Why does this happen? → When we're stressed, the body releases stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. This leads to excess sebum production, which can clog pores and cause breakouts. → Stress as...

Ah yes, skin ageing… Some people are terrified of it, others couldn't care less. Neither attitude is ideal if you want to keep your skin healthy. The fact is, ageing is inevitable. But what we do can still influence it – we can slow it down or speed it up. Ageing is divided into intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic ageing is an unavoidable physiological process driven mainly by genetics – so...