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Treating that dry skin naturally
Dry skin is a very common condition. Sometimes known as atopic dermatitis, it’s an inflammation of the skin that causes itchiness and an unsightly red rash. Blisters, itching, and swelling can occur, with varying levels of intensity. Causes of dry skin include...
read moreHow to speed wound healing & reduce scarring
We all have scars, and many of them might have been avoided if the wound had been treated properly. Medical advice of old has been to let wounds dry out. However, research now shows that wounds heal faster and with less scarring when kept moist[1]. Keeping a wound...
read moreHow to treat bug bites and stings naturally
Manuka oil has long been used to treat skin infections. But did you know that it’s also a great way to treat insect bites and stings? It’s especially effective when combined with other skin-friendly ingredients, such as turmeric oil, which helps to reduce...
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Don’t go camping without these!
A camping holiday is as Kiwi as jandals, beach cricket and bbq sausages wrapped in bread. Whether it’s by a beach, lake or river, or in a paddock in the middle of nowhere, it’s a cheap way to get into the great outdoors. But what do you do about the itches, blisters,...
read moreBeeswax: Nature’s skin protector and healer
We all know that manuka oil is an incredible natural product, with antibacterial, antifungal and healing properties. But did you know that beeswax also has some great health and wellness properties? Why is beeswax so amazing? Worker bees create six-sided honeycomb...
read moreCare for your cuticles to get beautiful strong nails
Whether you like acrylics, gels, Jamberry wraps, polish or just like to leave them unadorned, your nails are an important part of your beauty regime. Here’s how to ensure healthy, strong, nails. How do nails grow? Your nails grow from an area called the matrix, which...
read moreIs there a natural way to look after athletes foot
70% of us will develop athlete’s foot in our lifetime. It’s unpleasant and unsightly, but it’s a common affliction that’s easily treated. What is athlete’s foot/ tinea? Athletes foot is a fungus called trichophyton. It infects skin, most commonly feet. It generally...
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How to Kick Scaly Skin on Feet So You Can Wear Sandals Every Day
Dry or scaly skin on feet is embarrassing – especially when you live somewhere like New Zealand where sandals are a way of life. You deserve to show off your lovely feet without fear of exposing your dry, peeling, or scaly skin. Are you 100% sure your scaly skin is...
read moreThe manuka approach to treating cracked heels
Cracked heels are more than a beauty problem. They can be painful and there’s a risk of bacteria entering the body through the cracks. Anyone can get cracked heels, which are sometimes called heel fissures. Cracks can form as a result of dry skin, atopic dermatitis...
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