Skin, Hair, & Nails

Fatigue is the most obvious culprit for dark circles, but if you’re well-rested it could be food allergies.

Those pesky white flakes often signal that there is a microbial imbalance on your scalp. Learn what you can do.

Heredity, inadequate protein, thyroid, and hormonal changes may all be culprits. Here’s what you can do.

Here are 9 ways that zinc deficiency can show up in your body.

White dots on the nail beds (leukonychia) is a sign of zinc deficiency and low levels of selenium.

Thin nails are relatively common but might indicate any number of nutrient deficiencies.

Try these recipes for clean, all-natural skincare products you can make at home.

A DIY deodorant alternative that’s affordable, effective, and a cinch to whip up.

This body scrub “recipe” combines the moisturizing effect of coconut oil, the exfoliating power of brown sugar, and the decadent scent of cocoa.

The Skinless Project founder Maaria Mozaffar launches her first contributing vlog post by sharing her thoughts on failure.

When dry cuticles become ragged and split, they can allow dirt and germs to invade the matrix of the nail. Keep your cuticles soft and healthy with this homemade chocolate-scented oil.

Here’s an excellent DIY exfoliating mask that can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and skin discolorations when used 2 to 3 times a week.

While conventional personal-care products still contain plenty of less-than-lovely ingredients, a growing number of companies are putting on a fresher, cleaner face.

Impetigo is a common highly contagious skin infection. It is especially contagious among children but is not usually serious.

A relatively common type of rash that presents as itchy, pus-filled pimples. It usually appears around the base of hair follicles on the arms, legs, or scalp.

From athlete’s foot to eczema, unwanted skin conditions can throw you off your game. Here’s the scoop on how to deal with itching, pain, redness, and some the other most maddening maladies.