MASSAGE

The truth is that the massage help ease tension, soothe tight muscles and even relieve pain. It is important to remember that massage should not be done on inflamed or damaged skin and that it should not be attempted without the use of oils or a light dusting of talc or baby powder to make the skin more malleable. There are quite a number of different types of massage available. The best known are as follows: Effleurage, Soothing massage movements are usually described as effleurage. The flat of the hand is used to stroke the muscles and the aim is to improve the circulation and prepare the muscles for more aggressive massage. Friction massage involves rubbing the skin with the fingers. Petrissage massage involves pinching, kneading and rolling the skin. In this way, larger muscles are relaxed and the general skin condition is said to be improved. Tapotement form of massage involves beating, whipping, slapping and tapping the skin in order to stimulate and tighten it.

LUMPS AND BUMPS

Unless you know exactly what has caused it and you are entirely happy that there is nothing to worry about, any lump or bump needs to be examined by a doctor. You should also seek medical advice about any existing lump that changes in any way (whether it gets bigger or smaller, bleeds, changes colour or becomes either more or less painful). Under the surface, the breasts usually feel rather lumpy because they are made up of milk-producing glands and fat. It is fairly soft, general lumpiness, however, and both breasts should feel much the same. It is always better to have a consultation with a doctor in case if you feel that you have this lumps or bumps.

LIPSTICK

Most lipstick consists of a fatty base, to ensure that the product stays firm and solid but is easily spread over the lips, and colour provided by pigments or dyes. Manufacturers put a lot of time, effort and money into making sure that their products are soft enough to cover the lips smoothly and with the minimum of pressure, do not fade too quickly and stay put while the owner of the lips does other things like eating, drinking, smoking or kissing. Manufacturers also test lipsticks for toxicity, since the product is often swallowed. If you suffer from dry, sore or chapped lips, use an ordinary moisturizer before you put lipstick on.

LICE

The condition in which the hair, body and clothing are infected with lice is known as pediculosis. There often aren't any easily visible symptoms and the most common and dramatic manifestation of pediculosis is itching – which can be severe. Three main types of louse affect human beings. These are pediculus humanus capitus (the head louse), pediculus humanus corporis (the body louse) and phthirus pubis (the pubic or crab louse). There are quite a number of ways treating lice once they have been identified. Some of the most useful products contain either malathion or gamma benzene hydrochloride. Although you should obviously follow the instructions on the product you've bought, in most cases a single application will be enough.