Does the all natural product Blemfree work?
I've done some research on all natural acne products. This product says i can just add it to my regular skin care routine, so does that mean after i wash my face and put moisturizer on? Or after i cleanse, then use the Blemfree, then moisturize? Does anyone know if this product works?
Why do "natural" health products such as deodorant suck? In my experience most mainstream/commercial products work well, most independent "natural" products are barely effective.
Because most “natural” health products are rubbish.“Natural” products are sold on the proposition that they are “less harmful” than synthetic (i.e. man-made) products - this is a con-job to extract money from rubes.Most natural products are not tailor-made to produce a desired outcome - most synthetic products are. A person formulating with “natural” products is, by definition, limited to products which are of natural origin - hence their ability to achieve a desired outcome rests within those limitations. They can’t choose a tailor-made molecule, because that goes against the aesthetic.Most “natural” products aren’t (natural, that is) - because there is no legal definition of natural, many “natural” products may contain significant amounts of synthetic materials - but the formulators know that if certain categories of products appear in the formulation their target market will see the scam for what it is. It’s one of the reasons that natural products use so many hydrosols (water + minute amount of x), latin named oils (because Helianthus annuus sounds so much better than sunflower oil) or simply fail to put all the ingredients on their label.Most “true” natural products don’t go through the same testing regime that synthetic products do - somebody that synthesises a new synthetic detergent molecule has to put the molecule through a battery of tests (EPA, FDA, tox-screen, etc) before the molecule is released to the market. Natural products are “deemed safe” (GRAS) for the most part and have rarely had full evaluation to support the claim.They are selling the sizzle, not the steak. Natural products aren’t sold to do a job, they are sold so that you think you are buying a product that is less environmentally damaging or less damaging to your health or that will be safe for your kids, your dog, the planet, your grandmother, whatever! It’s marketing, not science. And “independent” operators are the worst - most have no scientific training or understanding of formulating - just “microbusinesses” trying to cash in on the latest fad (sulphate free, aluminium free, palm-oil free, silicone free, yada yada yada).Don’t get me wrong - there are plenty of poor mainstream formulations too that are just trying to get you to part with money, but at least with a properly labelled mainstream product you can work out the BS from the basics, based on the ingredients list.My opinions, YMMV.
Do beauty products actually work?
There’s no such thing as hope in a jar (apart from the moisturiser of that name by Philosopy.) I started cleansing and using moisturiser at around the age of 14. I will be 51 next month and this always seems to surprise people when I give my age; the general consensus being that I look in my early to mid 40s. I’m not blessed with great genetics, my mum, grandmother and aunts were advocates of soap and water and maybe a bit of Oil of Olay on occasions and that showed so the only difference between them and me is that I cleanse and moisturise. I also wear make up whereas they only ever wore it on special occasions. I’m very average looking but I do have good skin.I’ve never really had much in the way of disposable income to spend on high end products. but I really like French pharmacy brands such as Vichy, Nuxe and La Roche Posay. The only natural products I’ve used are by Neal’s Yard. Their products are lovely to use but just a bit too expensive for me.It’s hardly scientific but I have a friend who never looked after her skin, slept in her make-up on a regular basis etc. She was always very dismissive of my “girly goop” as she called it however on reaching a certain age she panicked and spent the best part of £100 on a La Prairie moisturiser. I think she expected her wrinkles to disappear and was surprised when they didn’t.TL;DR There’s no such thing as hope in a jar…except Philosphy’s Hope in a Jar which is very nice to use but don’t expect a miracle
Are there any natural products that work like steroids?
Simply put, no. But there are better ones in my opinion. Steroids will give you turbo-charged gains while you're on them but those gains will stop when you stop steroids and generally muscle mass will decrease, leaving you marginally bigger than before you started them but unable to train as hard and waiting for the next cycle. And each cycle will slowly wreck your insides...Now let's get onto the natural side. I've tried a lot of supplements over my time training (25 years!) and there are only a couple that stand out. Firstly, weighing scales. Long term, sorting your diet out will make more difference than all the steroids in the world with a crap diet. Make sure you get enough protein, carbs, fat (mostly non-saturated), and vitamins and minerals to support your training. I like to go for roughly 40/30/30 but this varies slightly day to day. If I want to gain muscle mass, I increase your protein and carbs little by little (20g or so a day) until I start to notice I'm putting on a small amount of fat. That's my threshold for how much nutrition you need and the excess is stored as fat. How to proceed at that point is a personal choice - keep the extra calories in my diet to make sure I have a calorie surplus (and keep putting on small amounts of fat) or reduce the calories by 20g a day and get rid of the excess fat to be a little leaner while I gain.I take a good quality whey protein powder for first thing in a morning and post workout and some carbs (they're generally maltodextrin) for post workout too. A body is in need of carbs after a workout so they're absorbed quicker than normal but I always make sure I don't overdo it and drink a thousand calories in one go!Other than that, I'm pretty much down to just BCAAs and arginine pre-workout and first thing in the morning, and EFAs after meals. I add pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and pistashios to boost my natural testosterone levels and that's about it.Drink enough water to keep your pee clear too.It's a marathon not a sprint. Supplements may give you some short term gains but nothing works as well as nailing your diet.Good luck!
How can I naturally (natural products you'd find in a home) highlight or ombre my hair that is sure to work?
Alright. The baking soda and salt tricks only work on hair that has already been dyed.For virgin hair, here are a couple of my favorite lightening remedies:Chamomile Tea: Steep several bags of chamomile tea in a cup of boiling water for at least five minutes. Cool it down, apply the tea to the area of your hair you want lightened, and sit in the sun until it's (mostly) dry. This is super gentle, and you can repeat it once a week until you get as light as you want.Honey: Mix one tablespoon of honey per one cup of warm water. Spread in your hair where you want lightened, and wait at least an hour before washing out. There are tiny amounts of hydrogen peroxide in honey which will lighten your hair gently, and honey hydrates your hair, making it soft and shiny. You can repeat this once a week until you get the effect you want.Cinnamon: For the most stubborn hair, mix some cinnamon with conditioner or honey, and spread it in your hair where you want lightened. Again, this has a little hydrogen peroxide to lighten hair, but it might tint it a tiny bit reddish.Lemon Juice: This is the most damaging method, but it still won't cause as much damage as hair dye/bleach. Put lemon juice in you hair where you want it lightened, and sit in the sun until it's dry. Wash it out and condition well. This one gives the most drastic results.Good luck!
Do bed head products work on natural African American hair?
I've never had a perm or relaxer and I was wondering if the Bed Head products would work on my hair, and if so which products should I use? I know people who use the Bed Head brand, but they are all white.
Does Janelle Beauty Products really work for 100% natural hair?
Yes, I have. There is also a LONG forum on long hair care forum about this brand. Janelle Beauty is the website but the actual product advertised is called "Diva Smooth". It's basically honey and oil (literally) in a bottle. You let it set on your hair for a little while and then press it. There are a lot of products that are like this for natural hair actually, you just have to google them. Diva Smooth WONT straighten your hair though unless you flat iron the hair afterwards. My experience with it was...okay. Nothing special or fantastic.The results dont last. You have to put the honey on your hair to get the results desired prior to straightening if you want that look. I dont think its worth the money. I had much better results with Mineral Indulgence's Herbalaxer and the Curls By Nature. Both of those slightly loosensed my curls and made them more mangeable and softer. Those are more effective alternatives in my opinion, they also worked well as preventing a lot of breakage for me as well. http://mineralindulgence.com/ http://mineralindulgence.com/Hair_Care_Products.html If your mom wants her hair to be more manageable
What beauty product(s) do you think works to help retain/get back a youthful appearance, how did it help you?
It is always advisable to take care of one’s skin to retain the beauty of it. There are different types of service providers offering skin treatments. According to researches, it has been seen that most of the people now a days also opt for cosmetics surgery treatments. This is a scientific process to enhance the overall appearance of a person.Also Read:3 Common Cosmetic Surgery Treatments to Enhance BeautyThree Cosmetic Surgery Treatments to Enhance Your Beauty
What are the best hair care products for natural African American hair?
The term "nappy" is used by a lot of people with a lot of different hair types. If you are referring to what's normally considered type 4 hair which is kinky, coily, and usually very dry and lacks sheen, I would suggest the following: 1) Try to avoid using shampoos with sulfates. Type 4 hair is naturally very dry and lacks oil. Most commercial shampoos strip your hair of it's natural oils. Instead, co-wash your hair once or twice a week using a cheap conditioner like Suave Coconut. Only opt to wash your hair with a clairfying shampoo once or twice a month to avoid product build-up. You can also clarify your hair naturally with baking soda and water. 2) Deep condition your hair for at least 30 minutes every week with heat (meaning: cover your hair in a plastic bag and sit under a hooded dryer or wrap your head with a hot towel). I use Queen Helene Cholesterol Conditioner mixed with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. 3) Use a good moisturizing leave in conditioner such as Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioner or Infusium 23. 4) Seal in moisture using a good sealant such as castor oil or pure shea butter. 5) Avoid applying direct heat to your hair. 6) Moisturize and seal your ends every night if you can. 7) Avoid combing and brushing your hair too much. I only style my hair with my fingers. I detangle my hair with a wide-tooth comb once or twice a week only when my hair is saturated with water and a good detangling conditioner like Pantene Pro-V. I've been doing all of the above for the past 7 months. My hair is growing like crazy and my ends are no longer dry and brittle. Also, I do not suffer from dry scalp or split ends. I also have natural hair with no color or relaxer. You should join a social network dedicated to hair for black woman such as www.hairlista.com or www.lhcf.com. I got all of my information from both of those places. Good luck!