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GLYCOLIC ACID-HOW TO USE

Glycolic acid gratifies a glowing skin .It is the Holy Grail in the skincare industry.The glycolic acid is used by the dermatologists for more than two decades.It is the most well researched and used acid in the beauty industry. WHAT IS GLYCOLIC ACID : Glycolic acid belongs to the clan of alpha hydroxy acids.The other acids which belong to this clan are lactic acid,citric acid,malic acid ,tartaric acid .Glycolic acid is present in sugarcane,pineapple,sweet beet,cantaloupe.Citric acid is found in citrus fruits,malic acid is found in apples ,malic acid is found in apples and tartaric acid is found in grapevine and lactic acid is found in sour milk.To know more about lactic acid click here . Glycolic acid is the most commonly used AHA. owing to its illustriousness as one of the safest and most effective.The glycolic acid has the smallest molecules so it can penetrate deep into the skin. HOW DOES IT WORK: Glycolic acid is a very good exfoliator. Sometimes we feel that our skincare ingredie

FIVE FANTASTIC HOME REMEDIES FOR CRACKED DRY FEET

Imagine walking into a high-end shoe store and try the new stylish stilettos.You look down and stare at a dry ,scaly, cracked feet.Now ! Now ! don't panic.We have few remedies listed down to get that hydrated ,supple ,smooth baby feet. CAUSES OF CRACKED FEET : Dry skin Excessive pressure on your feet. Athlete's foot Eczema Sunburn Obesity Wrong foot wear Continuous exposure to water Diabetes,hormonal imbalance,fungal infection Aging FIVE FANTASTIC HOME REMEDIES : 1.BANANA : Mash a ripe banana. Apply it on your feet. Wash off with water after 10 minutes. Bananas are great natural moisturizer for your skin.The vitamins present in the fruit help to rebuild the imperfect dull and dry skin.For more tips on banana and skincare click here 2.VEGETABLE OIL : Olive oil Coconut oil Almond oil Tamanu oil Castor oil Massage any one of these oils into your feet. Leave it overnight.Wearing socks would be more helpful.  The vegetable oils naturally moisturizes the skin and make your feet silky

LACTIC ACID FOR SKINCARE -YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE

The idea of acids and skincare are certainly an oxymoron.But science today has discovered that certain acids present in nature and in our own body helps in taking care of our skin.Yes !!! You read it correct !!! Acids help your skin to become nourished,lustrous,silky and above all healthy. We all know about Cleopatra and her famous milk baths ,don't we ! The lactic acid in the milk would have been the reason for her exotic beauty.Lactic acid is one of the gentlest options around.In this article I will explain about what lactic acid is , benefits of using it, pros and cons and 5 topnotch beauty tips using natural products that contain lactic acid.  WHAT IS LACTIC ACID? Lactic acid belongs to the Alpha hydroxy (AHA)clan.Mother nature has packed lactic acid in many of her products.Few are fermented diary products like curd,buttermilk,beer, wine and also fermented soy products.Lactic acid is also produced in our bodies during exercise.The lactic acid in the skincare industry is man-mad