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Burdock is another famous weed. It can be combined with dandelion tea to create a powerful cleansing and healing tonic to help purify the blood and balance oily skin, acne and rosacea. Native to Europe and Northern Asia, it is now common in the U.S. as well. It has detoxifying antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory properties, and ... Read More
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If your business does not have an internet presence, it is time to step out of the dark ages! I know that may sound a little harsh, but that is the reality of marketing in 2012. For example, if a potential client searches the web for your spa or aesthetic company and cannot find any informative content, you have probably lost that customer. Twenty-plus years ago, most consumers relied on the phone book or TV/newspaper advertisements to learn about local products and services. Today, the majority of consumers are looking to websites and social media pages to get that... Read More
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Did you know that there are parts of our body that we rarely think about … but, they play a large part in our overall health? Here is one: our sebaceous glands! In the human anatomy, sebaceous glands are all over the body, except the lower lip, top and soles of feet, and on the palms of hands; whereas, the chest, face and upper neck have the most sebaceous glands. From this gland an oily substance is secreted which lubricates the skin and hair follicles, thereby preventing irritation and drying of membranes. Taking this into account, it has been reported that poor hygiene may cause the sebaceous gland to be blocked. Read More
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In Part 1 of "Tips for Effectively Handling Customer Complaints," Kaufman provided five suggestions on how service providers can use customer complaints to their advantage. Within this second half, he takes this topic further by introducing more tips for dealing with customer complaints and how to maximize the benefit of them giving you and your business a second chance. Explain the Company's Desire to Improve When you understand what the customer values, show them things your company does that helps you perform well in that area. Read More
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A moisturizing treatment is great for dried out summer hair. Make the treatment as directed below; then work it through wet hair. Run a hand towel under warm water, squeeze out the excess water, and then wrap hair in the towel. Leave the treatment on for 20 minutes. Wash out the treatment with shampoo followed ... Read More
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One of the simplest and most effective ways to have vibrantly beautiful skin is by watching how and what you eat. Here is a great tip to keep in mind when considering ways to adjust your diet and begin a healthier lifestyle. Eating Right Tip: Certain terms used on labels essentially mean nothing – or in other words – they stand for nothing that is actually verifiable to your body's well-being. In fact, there are a couple of phrases that are used quite regularly and are deemed not meaningful by Consumer Union's very useful Eco-labels center (at greenerchoices.org) – such phrases include: Read More
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During the summer months, skin can become dry from too much sun or ironically from spending too much time in the water. In addition, due to the summer heat from its scorching temperatures, too much perspiration can also cause the skin to be oily. A great way to restore balance to the skin is by applying an herbal face mask. Herbal Face Mask Add a tablespoon or so of an herbal infusion. This infusion should contain herbs that are good for cleansing, soothing and softening of the skin, such as chamomile, sage leaf or yarrow. Read More
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This medicinal herb has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, astringent and moisturizing properties. In Greek mythology, the hero Achilles used yarrow to prevent his soldiers’ wounds from bleeding. It is a good source of tannins and flavonoids and can be found in hedges bordered by woodland trails, fields and meadows in Europe, North America and Western Asia. Yarrow ... Read More
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An herbal infusion is basically a strong brewed herbal tea. To make one for either a natural skin and/or hair care recipe, simply pour boiling water over the herbs you choose to use, one pint of water per one ounce of herb, steeping (covered) for about 15 to 30 minutes. Once the allotted time has ... Read More
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The month of July is National Blueberry Month. Why should this little blue fruit have a whole month designated to celebrating its goodness? When considering the benefits of this super fruit in skin care, its active antioxidant properties and nutritional benefits offer a visible difference. Phytonutrients stabilize the collagen matrix while preventing free radical damage ... Read More
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