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Black seed oil with the botanical name, Nigella sativa , is also known as Black caraway , Black cumin , and Black onion seed. The plant was first identified in the middle East. The seed has a long history of use for medicinal purposes in the middle East and Asia, particularly Egypt and India. Black seeds contain phytochemicals, which contribute to most of its medicinal benefits. Phytochemicals are naturally occurring chemicals in plants which are biologically active. The most active phytochemicals in black seeds are Thymoquinone, Thymohydroquinone, and Thymol. Thymoquinone , an active ingredient in black seed is known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti cancer properties that have been reported to help with encephalomyelitis, diabetes, asthma, and carcinogens.  Thymoquinone acts as a free radical or an effective super oxide radical scavenger. Thymohydroquinone , is the most potent natural acetyl cholinesterase (AChE) inhibitors on the planet. AChE inhibitors ar

Glowing skin is a result of proper skincare. You can wear less make-up and your skin still shines through. How do you care for your skin?  What procedures do you follow?  Below are the processes involved in order to have that glowing, popping and clear skin. 1 .  CLEANSING. This is the basic aspect of skincare.  Cleaning the face sets the stage for whatever else that will take place on the skin. Water soluble emulsions (creams) or wipe off lotions are ideal. For an oily skin, use pH balanced soap-free bars. Don't over cleanse to avoid irritations, dry patches, and redness. Not cleaning the skin well enough can clog pores or leave a residue on the face that can prevent skin cells from sloughing off. The 3 primary categories of cleansers available are: i) Wipe-off cleansers (which include cold creams and milky make up removers). ii) Soaps of all kinds (Bar cleansers). iii) Water soluble cleansers (Creamy, lotion, or shampoo type cleansers). Avoid water soluble

Basically there are 5 skin types. Now find out the type you fall into. NORMAL SKIN TYPE. This is the balanced skin type. It has a healthy glow, with a fine texture and no open pores. It rarely develops spots or shiny areas. Normal skin is not too oily and not too dry. It barely has visible pores and no severe sensitivity. Your water-oil level is well balanced. The surface of your skin doesn't feel rough and you can feel the elasticity. Right after cleansing, you may feel a little dry but after a while, you can feel that your face is normal. OILY SKIN TYPE. This skin type usually has open pores and an oily surface,  with a tendency towards pimples, blackheads, and a sallow appearance. This type is caused by over active sebaceous gland, producing too much sebum. Like most skin types, oily skin is heavily influenced by genetics, and other factors. This skin type is the one most prone to acne. The pores seem enlarged and visible. Skin looks thicker and paler. But