Beauty Archive - Dr. Axe

What Are Peptides? Peptide Benefits for Skin & More

Peptides have been getting a lot of attention for their skin-improving effects lately, but did you know that peptide benefits also promote tissue repair, improve muscle strength and lower blood pressure levels? Supplementing with hydrolyzed collagen ...

15 Detox Bath Recipes to Remove Toxins & Feel Refreshed

Carving out alone time to de-stress, unwind and meditate in our busy schedule can be tough. Balancing family, work and relationship obligations leaves little time to “indulge” — enter the detox bath. Allowing our bodies (and ...

Homemade Probiotic Deodorant

Conventional deodorant can contain a lot of harmful chemicals. Because of this, many people try natural deodorant. Unfortunately, this can be very expensive and most of the time not work well. Here's my solution: Make your ...

Salt Water Flush Recipe + Benefits, Risks & How to Do It

Are you like 20 percent of the public that suffers from constipation? It's nothing to be ashamed about, so even if high-fiber foods don't always do the trick, consider a salt water flush. Sometimes called a “salt ...

Benefits of Castor Oil for Hair Growth (and More)

Castor oil has been used for centuries in traditional beauty treatments for hair because of its beneficial fatty acids and vitamin E content. Today, it’s used in over 700 cosmetic products and remains popular as ...

Jojoba Oil Benefits for Face, Hair, Body and More

Jojoba oil (pronounced ho-ho-ba) is the liquid that comes from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) plant, which is a shrub native to Southern Arizona, Southern California and Northwestern Mexico. Although called an oil, it's actually a ...

DIY Arthritis Ointment for Joint Pain

Arthritis is a joint disease that causes swelling and pain in and around the joints. It’s usually classified as either osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that a ...

DIY Lip Scrub to Exfoliate & Smooth Your Lips

You may be wondering, exactly what is lip scrub? Just like our body needs a body scrub and our face needs the gentle exfoliation of a face scrub, our lips need a little TLC, too! ...

6 Expert Tips for Healthier Skin in Winter

The chilly season is not your skin’s best friend. One look at dull, flakey skin proves this point, but what would you say if we told you that winter no longer has to be your ...

How to Use a Pumice Stone for the Feet & Rough Skin

You know those stones that are commonly used during pedicures to exfoliate your feet? They're called pumice stones, and they serve as natural skin buffers. The pumice stone is actually an ancient skin care tool ...