Despite repeated warnings from dermatologists on the health dangers of tanning, results of a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) confirmed that a large percentage of Caucasian teen girls and young women admitted using tanning beds or intentionally tanning outdoors in the past year. Thirty-two percent of respondents had used a tanning bed in the past year, and of those respondents, one-fourth…

At DePasquale, The Spa, the owners have implemented a new ventilation system designed to keep air chemical-free for its stylists and customers. Without proper air ventilation ingredients found in popular hair straightening treatments have caused side effects that range from respiratory problems to skin irritation. At DePasquale, The Spa a new device is used in a designated area of the salon to scrub these potentially…

This all-purpose cleaner can be used on washable walls, countertops, et cetera. The herbs contained in this cleaner contribute both scent and antiseptic properties. 1 cup liquid castile soap 6 cups water ¼ cup lemon juice ¼ cup eucalyptus leaf or thyme leaf tea, strained Combine all ingredients together in a cleaning bucket and use with soft cotton rags. Important: Whenever you create a homemade…

According to experts from Dallas Cooper Complete®, a division of Cooper Aerobics, learning what vitamins do to help your body function is a step toward making smart food and supplement choices. Our bodies need a basic "list of vitamins" to work optimally. As we grow, and progress through life, the relative quantities may vary, but the body has its basic requirements listed by recommended daily…