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Frankincense oil

Using Frankincense Essential Oil To Brighten Your Skin

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Updated March 3, 2026. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the work I put into this site!

Did you know the average American spends nearly $900 on their physical appearance every year? Among women, the majority of that amount goes toward skincare products.

Why do most people use skincare products? To achieve younger, brighter, attractive, and blemish-free skin.

I’ve never been very good at hair and makeup stuff, so as a result, I tend to spend less on beauty products and stick to the bare basics. Frankincense oil is my primary go-to daytime and nighttime skincare product. I receive occasional compliments about my “glowing” complexion, and when that happens, I’m happy to geek out and tell them it’s thanks to frankincense.

What Is Frankincense?

Frankincense essential oil is derived from the resin of a tree called the Boswellia sacra, which is native to northeastern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. This essential oil has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments and improve the appearance of the skin. Cleopatra may even have used it as part of her beauty regimen.

Frankincense has a woodsy, spicy scent. It’s generally used topically, though it may also be inhaled, made into tea, and taken as a nutritional supplement.

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7 Benefits Of Showering BEFORE Your Workout

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Updated March 3, 2026. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the work I put into this site!

Nearly everyone understands the importance of taking a shower following a workout. A post-workout shower aids in recovery, reduces muscle soreness, and washes sweat and bacteria from your skin to prevent infections and breakouts. But did you know that taking a shower BEFORE your workout also comes with benefits?

You may be thinking, why would I shower before my workout if I’m going to get sweaty anyway? Isn’t showering before my workout pointless and a waste of time?

Showering before your workout offers a number of science-backed benefits that can actually enhance your performance and bring you closer to meeting your fitness goals.

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Natural Ways To Prevent Pimples and Acne Breakouts

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Updated March 2, 2026. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the work I put into this site!

I often read posts from women who boldly announce they’ve come to embrace their pimples and acne, accepting it’s “part of who they are.” I think this is BS, because there’s no reason ANYONE should have to live with acne problems!

Contrary to the popular belief that acne is hereditary and nothing can be done about it, it’s possible to prevent and eliminate acne by practicing a few clean, healthy habits. Exercising regularly, drinking lots of water, and eating nutritious foods are just a few things you can do to improve the appearance of your skin.

Of course, there are instances where hormone changes are to blame—such as that which occur during pregnancy and menopause— and there’s nothing you can do to help it. But certain behaviors can help mitigate the problem.

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