From cooking your vegetables to slathering it all over your hair, it seems that coconut oil can be used for anything and everything. However, how beneficial is coconut oil in skincare? While coconut oil can improve many people’s complexions, it turns out that not every skin type can handle being coated in a thick layer of comedogenic oil. Coconut oil is known for its lauric acid, which contains antimicrobial properties and is famous f...

Keeping your skin squeaky clean is one of the most essential ways to make sure your skin looks and feels its best. No matter how diligent you are about soaping up twice a day, though, your skin will eventually develop a buildup of dead skin cells, excess oil, and other debris that your typical cleanser just can’t tackle. That’s why exfoliating is so essential, or if you prefer, combining your cleansing and exfoliating into one step. For...

It’s that time of year again, folks: the humid season. That season when your hair poufs up the second you step outside, and you have to change your clothes if you take so much as a step onto the porch to water a plant because you’re instantly sweating. Fun times. Have you ever wondered what all that humidity does to your skin? If you haven’t before, you probably are now, so don’t worry, I’ll tell you all about it. How Humidity Af...

Most of us have experienced acne at some point in our lives. It can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and downright annoying. While many lotions, potions, and prescription treatments are available, sunbathing has long been discussed as a home remedy for curing acne. But can the sun really cure acne? What really happens to our zits in the sun? Can beams of sunshine actually zap those bad boys away? Or is it that when you chill o...

It’s bad enough to have acne on your face, but spots can crop up anywhere on your body, including your butt. Come summertime, when you’re ready to debut your new bikini for a dip, you may realize you have a few pimples scattered on your bum. You might find solace that those bumps on your behind aren’t actually acne. At least not the same kind that develops on your face. Butt acne is actually folliculitis, a mild infection of the ha...