One of the most hated things which may happen in the life of a male is baldness. This is even worse if the man in question is not considered to be middle aged or old. A man can feel less masculine when his hair starts to thin, recede or fall out. As we all know, this situation does not usually affect the well being of the male but when it is happening, it can be a major turning point in life.
We’re fortunate to live in an age where there are products available to help with this problem. There are so many ‘Stop hair loss’ products for sale that the choice can be overwhelming. A few I can think of as I write this include brands such as Regain, Procerin, Advanced Hair and Provillus.
The latter one mentioned above, Provillus, has been the top seller for the past few years. Reasons which contribute to this fact is that it has been proven to increase growth per cm square on the heads of balding males. Another reason is that Provillus is made from all natural ingredients so there are no reported side effects.
So when should you use hair loss products?
As with most things in life, the sooner the better. You will have more success starting as soon as hair thinning or hair loss is noticed. Although not impossible, it will take a lot longer to reverse the hair loss if you leave it too long.
And should you continue to use hair loss products?Yes. It is very much advised that you continue the treatment, even after you have achieved your desired results. By not continuing to use the products will see your hair gradually go back to its natural hair loss pattern. Products like Provillus will help in controlling the hormone levels in the body. And once the levels have stabilized, the hair will continue to grow. If the hormone levels are out of balance, the natural hair loss will begin once more.
Taking the correct amount of the hair loss supplement is vitally important. Provillus comes in the form of a tablet so you will be able to follow the directions very easily. Side effects like headaches can occur in some hair loss products but as Provillus is all natural with no chemicals, this is not the case.
As you can see due to the reasons I have outlined in this article why Provillus should be a very strong consideration if you are looking to purchase a product to reduce and reverse any hair loss. It is an ideal aid to compliment a healthier lifestyle which also helps greatly in the battle against baldness.
Provillus is one of the best produts that regrows the lost hair..There are many ways using which one can regrow hairs right from the pills to surgeries....
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Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Understand The Cycle Of Hair Growth First
Hair grows in recurring cycles, with each cycle composed of three phases - anagen, catagen and telogen. The anagen phase is also referred to as the growth phase. About 85 to 90% of all the hairs in our heads are in this phase at one time. This part of the growth cycle lasts from 2 to 6 years and can continue for up to 8 years.
Once the hair reaches its maximum length in the anagen phase, the catagen phase of the growth cycle begins. This is a short phase, lasting only about 1 to 2 weeks. The catagen phase is also referred to as the transitional phase, when the cycle reaches the regressive stage and hair growth slows down. The follicle shrinks in size and the base begins to break down.
The telogen phase of the growth cycle is also known as the resting phase, when growth stops completely. This is the part where the follicle becomes degraded. This cycle lasts for about 6 weeks. Some hair may fall out but some stay in the follicle. Near the end of the telogen phase, new hair begins to form and grow. If the old hair is still attached, it is forced out and falls off the head. About 10% of our hair are in the telogen phase.
Hair growth cycle and hair loss
To understand hair loss, it is important that we know the nature of the cycle of hair growth. It is normal for people to lose 50 to 100 hairs a day. When this happens, you are probably in the telogen phase. You'll probably find these lost strands in your brush, comb or on your shower floor. This is normal and there is no need to worry because they will be replaced by new growth.
It is only when you're losing more and are noticing rapid thinning that you should be concerned. These are signs that your hair growth is not fast enough to replace lost strands and there is a possibility that your normal hair cycle has been disrupted.
Hair grows from the follicles which are found in the top layer (epidermis) of the skin. It is made of keratin, a form of protein, the same component of the epidermis, fingernails and toe nails. At the base of the follicles, a papilla is found, which is made of blood vessels and nerves. These ensure that the growth cycle runs uninterrupted.
Factors that can affect hair growth
Barring any obstacle, the hair growth cycle will continue unabated. It is only when some factors are applied that the cycle is disrupted or stopped. These factors can lead to temporary hair loss. Or if not, they can cause alopecia, which is more permanent. These can include hormones, nutritional deficiencies, diseases of the thyroid gland, chemotherapy and radiation. The cycle may also be affected by skin diseases of the scalp, trauma or stress.
Certain drugs can also disrupt normal growth, including anti-depressants, hypertension drugs, retinoids and birth control pills. The birth of a baby may also contribute to hair loss, along with diseases such as lupus, diabetes and HIV/AIDS. Men and women with eating disorders or undergoing severe dieting are also susceptible to this condition.
It is interesting to note that hair growth is not indicated in the human embryo in its initial stages. Hair growth only becomes apparent when hair follicles begin to appear in the early stages of the embryo's development, before it assumes a human form in the mother's womb. Evidence of hair growth begins to appear when the fetus is approximately 9 weeks old. By 9 months, the human fetus already has every hair follicle he/she will ever have.
Once the hair reaches its maximum length in the anagen phase, the catagen phase of the growth cycle begins. This is a short phase, lasting only about 1 to 2 weeks. The catagen phase is also referred to as the transitional phase, when the cycle reaches the regressive stage and hair growth slows down. The follicle shrinks in size and the base begins to break down.
The telogen phase of the growth cycle is also known as the resting phase, when growth stops completely. This is the part where the follicle becomes degraded. This cycle lasts for about 6 weeks. Some hair may fall out but some stay in the follicle. Near the end of the telogen phase, new hair begins to form and grow. If the old hair is still attached, it is forced out and falls off the head. About 10% of our hair are in the telogen phase.
Hair growth cycle and hair loss
To understand hair loss, it is important that we know the nature of the cycle of hair growth. It is normal for people to lose 50 to 100 hairs a day. When this happens, you are probably in the telogen phase. You'll probably find these lost strands in your brush, comb or on your shower floor. This is normal and there is no need to worry because they will be replaced by new growth.
It is only when you're losing more and are noticing rapid thinning that you should be concerned. These are signs that your hair growth is not fast enough to replace lost strands and there is a possibility that your normal hair cycle has been disrupted.
Hair grows from the follicles which are found in the top layer (epidermis) of the skin. It is made of keratin, a form of protein, the same component of the epidermis, fingernails and toe nails. At the base of the follicles, a papilla is found, which is made of blood vessels and nerves. These ensure that the growth cycle runs uninterrupted.
Factors that can affect hair growth
Barring any obstacle, the hair growth cycle will continue unabated. It is only when some factors are applied that the cycle is disrupted or stopped. These factors can lead to temporary hair loss. Or if not, they can cause alopecia, which is more permanent. These can include hormones, nutritional deficiencies, diseases of the thyroid gland, chemotherapy and radiation. The cycle may also be affected by skin diseases of the scalp, trauma or stress.
Certain drugs can also disrupt normal growth, including anti-depressants, hypertension drugs, retinoids and birth control pills. The birth of a baby may also contribute to hair loss, along with diseases such as lupus, diabetes and HIV/AIDS. Men and women with eating disorders or undergoing severe dieting are also susceptible to this condition.
It is interesting to note that hair growth is not indicated in the human embryo in its initial stages. Hair growth only becomes apparent when hair follicles begin to appear in the early stages of the embryo's development, before it assumes a human form in the mother's womb. Evidence of hair growth begins to appear when the fetus is approximately 9 weeks old. By 9 months, the human fetus already has every hair follicle he/she will ever have.
PLEASE HELP ME OUT OF MY PROBLEM
Madhuri told,
hiii, i' 21 i' having a problem regarding pimples.mine is oily skin i get lots of pimples.so, plz tell me how to get rid of these pimples and mines sensitiveskin if i use anycream i get rashes
my skin is a ll very dull looking. so, tell me how shld i get glow on my face
sol:
first of all stop using all the creams....dont use any cream.Some creams can damage more than the pimples causing problem to ur skin...So clean your face wid cold water for every 30 mins to 1hr...
use a soft cloth or tissue to clean the skin
Never touch ur face wid hands/fingers
only use a tissue...
reduce consumption of oily food...
Apply a sun screen lotion wid pf>1 b4 sleep and after u take bath in d morning...
Dont use any medical creams wid out d prescription frm doctor/beautician...
keep doin these regularly..In course of time...u 'll get a better skin and Trust me you can get the best if u can follow all these tips....
cheers,
Welcome to 123skincare.blogspot.com
srinivas,I found your problem too similar one...
you too follow the same tips...
Gopala krishnan said,
How Can I make my face more soft and bright? Also give the right solution..Which frm or face cream is really good which avail now in market? I want very soft and scarless face with more shiny like liy....
Hello gopala krishnan,
First of all please tell me what is your skin type...
I suppose it is oily skin,.... You have to care a lot about your skin....
If its dry skin....Use some oily soaps like DOVE...after you take bath ...take some Eucalyptus oil which u find in the market and massage gently with that on your skin....
And coming to the skin cream ...Products from NIVEA are really good for men..that can help you a lot....
cheers,
Welcome to 123skincare.blogspot.com
hiii, i' 21 i' having a problem regarding pimples.mine is oily skin i get lots of pimples.so, plz tell me how to get rid of these pimples and mines sensitiveskin if i use anycream i get rashes
my skin is a ll very dull looking. so, tell me how shld i get glow on my face
sol:
first of all stop using all the creams....dont use any cream.Some creams can damage more than the pimples causing problem to ur skin...So clean your face wid cold water for every 30 mins to 1hr...
use a soft cloth or tissue to clean the skin
Never touch ur face wid hands/fingers
only use a tissue...
reduce consumption of oily food...
Apply a sun screen lotion wid pf>1 b4 sleep and after u take bath in d morning...
Dont use any medical creams wid out d prescription frm doctor/beautician...
keep doin these regularly..In course of time...u 'll get a better skin and Trust me you can get the best if u can follow all these tips....
cheers,
Welcome to 123skincare.blogspot.com
srinivas,I found your problem too similar one...
you too follow the same tips...
Gopala krishnan said,
How Can I make my face more soft and bright? Also give the right solution..Which frm or face cream is really good which avail now in market? I want very soft and scarless face with more shiny like liy....
Hello gopala krishnan,
First of all please tell me what is your skin type...
I suppose it is oily skin,.... You have to care a lot about your skin....
If its dry skin....Use some oily soaps like DOVE...after you take bath ...take some Eucalyptus oil which u find in the market and massage gently with that on your skin....
And coming to the skin cream ...Products from NIVEA are really good for men..that can help you a lot....
cheers,
Welcome to 123skincare.blogspot.com
Monday, August 27, 2007
Remedy For Oily Hair
Oily hair can be a pain and is a common complaint among persons who have acne problems. Oily hair is difficult to manage, can be limp, and hard to style. A common misconception about oily hair is that it is caused by an oily scalp. The exact opposite is usually true. A dry scalp causes the oil glands in the scalp to produce more oil, and once on the scalp, this excess oil transfers to the hair itself. Therefore, to treat oily hair, one of the best things to do is focus on the dry scalp. Some people produce a lot more oil than others. There is nothing you can do about it other than frequent and regular shampooing with a mild shampoo. The best time to shampoo your hair is first thing in the morning. This way your hair is fresh all day. Many persons mistakenly think that hair shampoo is to wash the hair and not the scalp. Actually, shampoo is designed to clean the scalp and beautify the hair. Thus, the first recommendation is to shampoo the scalp. Women with long hair should apply the shampoo to the scalp without piling the hair on top, and use their fingers to vigorously massage the scalp.
Natural hair oil can change your hair's appearance and behavior. The key to controlling oily hair is to remove the sebum adequately from the scalp. Shampoo selection is another important consideration. There are many remedies for oily hair to manage oily hair. Do not wash your hair everyday. Use a cleaning shampoo to wash your hair and to scrub off the oil build up. Use a mild shampoo and scrub lightly. While applying conditioner, do not apply to the roots only apply in the middle or to the ends. Reduce the oil intake in your diet. Avoid oily food. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid drugs, alcohol and oils. Use a mild shampoo, shampoo for oily hair, shampoo for dry scalp, or a baby shampoo. Wash oily hair daily, but concentrate the shampoo on the hair away from the scalp to remove the excess oil from the hair. One teaspoon of apple cider kitchen vinegar added to a pint of water makes an excellent finishing rinse that adds shine and luster to your hair while removing soap residue that can weigh down oily hair.
Oily hair can be due to a hormonal imbalance; a diet too hygiene fatty foods; washing too often; or sometimes because the scalp has larger oil glands than normal. Take some dry soap nuts (reetha) and soak them in water overnight. Mash them in the morning and strain the soapy solution. Add a teaspoon of shikakai powder and wash your hair. Use a hot oil treatment directly on the scalp itself, gently massaging the oil into the scalp and then rinsing the oily hair thoroughly afterward. If hair is very oily, do not use conditioner at all, or use conditioner only on the tips or ends of the hair. Oily hair is likely shiny enough, so avoid using hair gloss gel or shine hair care products on oily hair. Another good home remedy is to mix a tablespoon of malt vinegar in a glass of water and add a pinch of salt. Then put two tablespoons on your scalp and massage it with your fingertips. Do not use detergent shampoos. Do not use oils unless the cleansing routine leaves your hair extremely dry. Regularly massage your scalp. Boil two handful of mint leaves in one and a half glass of water for 20 minutes. Strain the solution and mix in a 300ml bottle of shampoo.
Oily Hair Home Remedies Tips
1. Use a cleaning shampoo to wash your hair and to scrub off the oil build up.
2. Applying astringent to the scalp will absorb the excess oil from the hair.
3. Mix one teaspoon of Aloe Vera gel and one tablespoon of lemon juice with one-fourth of shampoo and use the mixture to rinse the hair regularly.
4. Boil two tablespoons of mint in one and a half glass of water for 20 minutes. Strain the mixture and mix it with the regular used shampoo. Using this mixture on alternative days will absorb the excess oil from the scalp.
5. Oily hair is likely shiny enough, so avoid using hair gloss gel or shine hair care products on oily hair.
6. Apply a puree of carrots for 15 minutes and rinse the hair.
7. Wash oily hair daily, but concentrate the shampoo on the hair away from the scalp to remove the excess oil from the hair.
8. Drinking plenty of water and eating plenty of raw fruits and vegetables is probably the best way to achieving healthy hair.
9. Do not use detergent shampoos.
10. Do not use oils unless the cleansing routine leaves your hair extremely dry.
11. Regularly massage your scalp.
Natural hair oil can change your hair's appearance and behavior. The key to controlling oily hair is to remove the sebum adequately from the scalp. Shampoo selection is another important consideration. There are many remedies for oily hair to manage oily hair. Do not wash your hair everyday. Use a cleaning shampoo to wash your hair and to scrub off the oil build up. Use a mild shampoo and scrub lightly. While applying conditioner, do not apply to the roots only apply in the middle or to the ends. Reduce the oil intake in your diet. Avoid oily food. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid drugs, alcohol and oils. Use a mild shampoo, shampoo for oily hair, shampoo for dry scalp, or a baby shampoo. Wash oily hair daily, but concentrate the shampoo on the hair away from the scalp to remove the excess oil from the hair. One teaspoon of apple cider kitchen vinegar added to a pint of water makes an excellent finishing rinse that adds shine and luster to your hair while removing soap residue that can weigh down oily hair.
Oily hair can be due to a hormonal imbalance; a diet too hygiene fatty foods; washing too often; or sometimes because the scalp has larger oil glands than normal. Take some dry soap nuts (reetha) and soak them in water overnight. Mash them in the morning and strain the soapy solution. Add a teaspoon of shikakai powder and wash your hair. Use a hot oil treatment directly on the scalp itself, gently massaging the oil into the scalp and then rinsing the oily hair thoroughly afterward. If hair is very oily, do not use conditioner at all, or use conditioner only on the tips or ends of the hair. Oily hair is likely shiny enough, so avoid using hair gloss gel or shine hair care products on oily hair. Another good home remedy is to mix a tablespoon of malt vinegar in a glass of water and add a pinch of salt. Then put two tablespoons on your scalp and massage it with your fingertips. Do not use detergent shampoos. Do not use oils unless the cleansing routine leaves your hair extremely dry. Regularly massage your scalp. Boil two handful of mint leaves in one and a half glass of water for 20 minutes. Strain the solution and mix in a 300ml bottle of shampoo.
Oily Hair Home Remedies Tips
1. Use a cleaning shampoo to wash your hair and to scrub off the oil build up.
2. Applying astringent to the scalp will absorb the excess oil from the hair.
3. Mix one teaspoon of Aloe Vera gel and one tablespoon of lemon juice with one-fourth of shampoo and use the mixture to rinse the hair regularly.
4. Boil two tablespoons of mint in one and a half glass of water for 20 minutes. Strain the mixture and mix it with the regular used shampoo. Using this mixture on alternative days will absorb the excess oil from the scalp.
5. Oily hair is likely shiny enough, so avoid using hair gloss gel or shine hair care products on oily hair.
6. Apply a puree of carrots for 15 minutes and rinse the hair.
7. Wash oily hair daily, but concentrate the shampoo on the hair away from the scalp to remove the excess oil from the hair.
8. Drinking plenty of water and eating plenty of raw fruits and vegetables is probably the best way to achieving healthy hair.
9. Do not use detergent shampoos.
10. Do not use oils unless the cleansing routine leaves your hair extremely dry.
11. Regularly massage your scalp.
Do U wash Your Hair In a correct way???
People all over the world attach a lot of importance to hair. Hair is a remarkably tough material but over time abuse can wreak havoc with its natural properties. Hair plays a major part in defining the personality of any human being. Hair is composed primarily of proteins (88%). These proteins are of a hard fibrous type known as keratin. Keratin protein is comprised of what we call "polypeptide chains.” Hair normally has a moisture content of approximately 10%. Hair care is an overall term for parts of hygiene and cosmetology involving the hair on the human head. Hair washing is the cosmetic act of keeping hair clean by washing it with shampoo or other detergent products and water. Hair conditioner may also be used to improve hair's texture and manageability. Two-in-one shampoos, which have both detergent and conditioning components, are now commonly also used as a replacement for shampoo and conditioner. Human head has on an average 100,000 hairs that need looking after. Human hair can be divided into three main types dry hair ,greasy / fine hair and normal hair.
Dry hair often gets frizzy, entangled and is prone to split ends. Combing becomes a lot more difficult. Dandruff is another problem. Dry hair may result from too much washing, harsh detergents, a dry environment, inadequate diet, or underlying conditions, such as those due to malnutrition. Dry, brittle hair may be a symptom of metabolic diseases such as hypothyroidism and Menkes kinky hair syndrome. Dry hair is often caused by too much time in the sun, chlorine, salt water, over-shampooing, permanents, heat styling, or neglect. This kind of hair is difficult to style. This hair requires more frequent washing than other hair types. Washing hair with the right type of shampoo will help ease this problem. Normal hair looks healthy and does not remain greasy or dry all the while. Women in particular look at bountiful hair as one of the attributes of beauty. The bounce in your hair can be felt in your stride too. Many women lament that good hair days are rare and most often it is a battle of wits to get the hair looking good.
Healthy, silky hair is something we all want. Washing hair is an essential part of the hair care routine. Wash your hair by letting it hang naturally as you stand under the shower. Carefully rinse your hair with warm water to get it ready for shampooing. A tablespoon shampoo should be sufficient for long hair and a proportionate amount for short hair. Apply on the surface of the scalp, when use lose all of the shampoo from the palm put the fingers inside the hair and not massage till you get that soupy effect. Don’t rub or pull out your hair. Once you are done wait for 2 – 3 minutes and risen off well with water. Let water run through your hair while rinsing and continue stroking your hair in the downward direction. Rinse hair completely and check the hair lines for remnant shampoo lather. Do not to stroke the wet hair roughly as it is prone to damage at this stage. It is purely a personal decision on the number of times you want to wash your hair. It is believed that our ancestors seldom washed their hair, but with today’s pollution and grime we can hardly think of following that dictum.
Hair Washing Tips
1. Start shampooing from the nape of your neck and then into your scalp.
2. Using a comb to distribute the conditioner is a great idea.
3. Blot the water from your hair into a towel and do not rub as it is very weak when wet.
4. Do not wrap your hair in a towel over a head for a long time; this will cause damage to the root of the hair.
5. Try and avoid blow drying your hair as much as possible.
6. Avoid using a blow dryer. Let your hair air-dry.
7. Avoid washing your hair as much as you can, as natural oil is healthy for your hair.
8. Do not comb wet hair, as they damage hair. Massage your hair well.
9. Do not rub the towel, as it may hold fibers damaging your hair.
10. Rinse your hair with hot water to remove dirt and rinse in cold water to make your hair shine and to close the cuticle.
11. Dry the vehicle like you washed it, from the top down.
Dry hair often gets frizzy, entangled and is prone to split ends. Combing becomes a lot more difficult. Dandruff is another problem. Dry hair may result from too much washing, harsh detergents, a dry environment, inadequate diet, or underlying conditions, such as those due to malnutrition. Dry, brittle hair may be a symptom of metabolic diseases such as hypothyroidism and Menkes kinky hair syndrome. Dry hair is often caused by too much time in the sun, chlorine, salt water, over-shampooing, permanents, heat styling, or neglect. This kind of hair is difficult to style. This hair requires more frequent washing than other hair types. Washing hair with the right type of shampoo will help ease this problem. Normal hair looks healthy and does not remain greasy or dry all the while. Women in particular look at bountiful hair as one of the attributes of beauty. The bounce in your hair can be felt in your stride too. Many women lament that good hair days are rare and most often it is a battle of wits to get the hair looking good.
Healthy, silky hair is something we all want. Washing hair is an essential part of the hair care routine. Wash your hair by letting it hang naturally as you stand under the shower. Carefully rinse your hair with warm water to get it ready for shampooing. A tablespoon shampoo should be sufficient for long hair and a proportionate amount for short hair. Apply on the surface of the scalp, when use lose all of the shampoo from the palm put the fingers inside the hair and not massage till you get that soupy effect. Don’t rub or pull out your hair. Once you are done wait for 2 – 3 minutes and risen off well with water. Let water run through your hair while rinsing and continue stroking your hair in the downward direction. Rinse hair completely and check the hair lines for remnant shampoo lather. Do not to stroke the wet hair roughly as it is prone to damage at this stage. It is purely a personal decision on the number of times you want to wash your hair. It is believed that our ancestors seldom washed their hair, but with today’s pollution and grime we can hardly think of following that dictum.
Hair Washing Tips
1. Start shampooing from the nape of your neck and then into your scalp.
2. Using a comb to distribute the conditioner is a great idea.
3. Blot the water from your hair into a towel and do not rub as it is very weak when wet.
4. Do not wrap your hair in a towel over a head for a long time; this will cause damage to the root of the hair.
5. Try and avoid blow drying your hair as much as possible.
6. Avoid using a blow dryer. Let your hair air-dry.
7. Avoid washing your hair as much as you can, as natural oil is healthy for your hair.
8. Do not comb wet hair, as they damage hair. Massage your hair well.
9. Do not rub the towel, as it may hold fibers damaging your hair.
10. Rinse your hair with hot water to remove dirt and rinse in cold water to make your hair shine and to close the cuticle.
11. Dry the vehicle like you washed it, from the top down.
Natural Face Lift - The power to look young is in our hands.
Ageing is not merely a skin problem. The skin is attached to the facial muscles, consequently when the muscles droop and sag, the skin attached comes down with them. Natural face-lifts are a slower way to lift the facial and neck skin to make it appear younger. There are about sixty muscles in the face, all of these muscles are just sitting there getting longer and longer, until everything ends up in the neck area. There are two realities that every person should realize about aging. First of all, wrinkles and fine lines are impossible to avoid. Second, you can do something about it once they're there. The most popular among the new age alternatives is the natural face lift. The reasoning behind this idea is that signs of aging are the direct result of stress and negative energy. These two conditions build up in the face and reveal themselves as wrinkles and fine lines. There are a variety of techniques out there that promise to combat signs of aging or eliminate them completely. Among these are plastic surgery face lifts, facial implants, Botox, and dermabrasion. An anti aging facial too is not a bad option as the massage and tightening packs reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
These are all proven techniques for alleviating wrinkles and skin imperfections that come with age, but they have their own complications. The natural face lift allows you to locate and activate twelve major nerve centers on the face and neck. Gentle touches and sweeps using your hands and fingers open energy flows and nerve pathways to ease contractions in facial muscles, balance organ systems, and release a free flow of vital body energy. Skin cells are fed, tiny lines disappear, and the beauty beneath the surface of your skin awakens. A face lift can make all the difference in your daily life. Not only will it improve your relations with others but it will also instill a sense of confidence because you won't have to see those wrinkles and loose skin every day in the mirror. Face lifts come in a variety of flavors, but all of them seek to pick up the slack in your face's skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkling. The traditional plastic surgery face lift is a medical procedure requiring local anesthetic and a scalpel. Incisions are made near the ear to allow the skin and underlying tissue to be reconstructed for firmer, more youthful-looking skin.
Some non-surgical techniques have evolved to provide an alternative to surgery. These techniques don't have the same kind of results as surgical techniques. They involve a variety of indirect treatment methods. These methods have shorter recovery periods and fewer complications, but also reduced results. These non-surgical methods are better suited for younger people with initial signs of aging that can be easily smoothed out with these maintenance procedures. There is on more chemical found in the body, which helps to keep the skin young, and the elasticity intact is Hyaluronic acid. It's a natural substance found in our body in sufficient amount when we are born. But it decreases with age so does the elasticity of the skin. This substance keeps the skin tight, toned, young, and moist and wrinkle free. With age when the production of HA decreases in the body, it starts loosing its youthfulness. There is the traditional method that requires larger incisions and an endoscopic method that uses smaller ones. Usage of skin toners, face packs to tighten the skin and anti aging creams and lotions, which contain some anti aging substances such as collagen, make the skin appear tighter and brighter.
These are all proven techniques for alleviating wrinkles and skin imperfections that come with age, but they have their own complications. The natural face lift allows you to locate and activate twelve major nerve centers on the face and neck. Gentle touches and sweeps using your hands and fingers open energy flows and nerve pathways to ease contractions in facial muscles, balance organ systems, and release a free flow of vital body energy. Skin cells are fed, tiny lines disappear, and the beauty beneath the surface of your skin awakens. A face lift can make all the difference in your daily life. Not only will it improve your relations with others but it will also instill a sense of confidence because you won't have to see those wrinkles and loose skin every day in the mirror. Face lifts come in a variety of flavors, but all of them seek to pick up the slack in your face's skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkling. The traditional plastic surgery face lift is a medical procedure requiring local anesthetic and a scalpel. Incisions are made near the ear to allow the skin and underlying tissue to be reconstructed for firmer, more youthful-looking skin.
Some non-surgical techniques have evolved to provide an alternative to surgery. These techniques don't have the same kind of results as surgical techniques. They involve a variety of indirect treatment methods. These methods have shorter recovery periods and fewer complications, but also reduced results. These non-surgical methods are better suited for younger people with initial signs of aging that can be easily smoothed out with these maintenance procedures. There is on more chemical found in the body, which helps to keep the skin young, and the elasticity intact is Hyaluronic acid. It's a natural substance found in our body in sufficient amount when we are born. But it decreases with age so does the elasticity of the skin. This substance keeps the skin tight, toned, young, and moist and wrinkle free. With age when the production of HA decreases in the body, it starts loosing its youthfulness. There is the traditional method that requires larger incisions and an endoscopic method that uses smaller ones. Usage of skin toners, face packs to tighten the skin and anti aging creams and lotions, which contain some anti aging substances such as collagen, make the skin appear tighter and brighter.
How To Straighten Your Hair
If you want straighten hair first is select your hair straightener carefully. Never attempt to straighten wet hair, as this may damage your hair. Starting as close to the roots as possible, run your straightener down your hair. Straighten your hair as much as you can with your dryer to prepare your hair for straightening. When using the hairdryer, always dry downwards, as this will ensure that all your hair cuticles are lying flat, which helps to increase the shine. Wash and condition hair. Run your hair under cold water. Squeeze out the excess water and apply serum to your hair. Apply to the ends of your hair, not to the roots, so that they don't get oily. You might want to add some gel for extra hold. Apply a heat protectant product to your hair, paying special attention to the ends. Place a quarter-size dollop of straightening balm in your palm. Rub your palms together to distribute the product over your hands, then massage it evenly through hair. Comb through your hair with your fingers while gently blow-drying it on a low setting. Detangle any knots using a wide-toothed comb.
This removes excess water. Select a small portion of the hair from the unclipped section to straighten. Sun, cold temperatures plus the use of your hair dryer can be hard on your hair. Gather up hair into several sections and secure or clip hair on top of your head. You will be drying the bottom layers first. Follow the brush (with your dryer) down the sections of hair as you straighten each section and be sure to keep the dryer moving. Take down a new section of hair and procede as directed above. Different types of hair require different types of care. A hair straightener with narrow plates will be more effective on short hair, while hair straighteners with larger plates are better suited to long hair. Straighteners with ceramic plates are kinder to your hair than straighteners with metal plates. Using a thick, round brush and beginning at the roots, gently pull the brush through the hair to the ends while blow-drying it. Once that portion of hair is straightened, continue selecting and blow-drying small portions until that section is dry and straight.
Straighten Hair Tips
1. Don't rely solely on straightening irons – blow-dry hair smooth first.
2. Always use a styling spray before heat straightening – this acts as a barrier between hair and heat.
3. Steam straighteners add moisture to the hair, allowing for glossy, silky results.
4. Don't try to straighten too much hair at once – keeping the sections small will avoid ridges forming at the roots.
5. Blow dry or air dry, apply hair moisturizer, oil, or hair grease and style as usual.
6. Sun, cold temperatures plus the use of your hair dryer can be hard on your hair.
7. Apply a heat protectant product to your hair, paying special attention to the ends.
8. Always point the dryer down as you blow-dry hair; blowing hair upward can cause frizzies.
This removes excess water. Select a small portion of the hair from the unclipped section to straighten. Sun, cold temperatures plus the use of your hair dryer can be hard on your hair. Gather up hair into several sections and secure or clip hair on top of your head. You will be drying the bottom layers first. Follow the brush (with your dryer) down the sections of hair as you straighten each section and be sure to keep the dryer moving. Take down a new section of hair and procede as directed above. Different types of hair require different types of care. A hair straightener with narrow plates will be more effective on short hair, while hair straighteners with larger plates are better suited to long hair. Straighteners with ceramic plates are kinder to your hair than straighteners with metal plates. Using a thick, round brush and beginning at the roots, gently pull the brush through the hair to the ends while blow-drying it. Once that portion of hair is straightened, continue selecting and blow-drying small portions until that section is dry and straight.
Straighten Hair Tips
1. Don't rely solely on straightening irons – blow-dry hair smooth first.
2. Always use a styling spray before heat straightening – this acts as a barrier between hair and heat.
3. Steam straighteners add moisture to the hair, allowing for glossy, silky results.
4. Don't try to straighten too much hair at once – keeping the sections small will avoid ridges forming at the roots.
5. Blow dry or air dry, apply hair moisturizer, oil, or hair grease and style as usual.
6. Sun, cold temperatures plus the use of your hair dryer can be hard on your hair.
7. Apply a heat protectant product to your hair, paying special attention to the ends.
8. Always point the dryer down as you blow-dry hair; blowing hair upward can cause frizzies.
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Less Stress Leads To A Better Rest
In the modern world of today we are constantly being bombarded with high levels of stress and anxiety. These stresses can be physical, mental or environmental. They place an enormous strain on our physical and mental health.
Most of us are aware that excessive stress can affect our ability to think straight, our digestive system, adrenal glands and heart. Research has however shown that whenever a stressful situation arises, there is a knock on effect. Firstly stress limits the blood supply going to the stomach, this hampers the digestive system and a temporary shut down of our immune system may follow. If we are overwhelmed with stress for an extended period we are likely to experience fatigue and exhaustion.
Although it may not be possible to avoid these stress factors in our lives there is help available. There are many natural herbal supplements, known for they’re relaxing properties which assist in combating the harmful effects of anxiety and stress. Several herbs are usually incorporated together to make a powerful formula.
We will take a look at some of the individual herbs, which go to make up some of these potent anti- anxiety supplements: -
* Jujube Seeds: - hypnotic and anti-anxiety effect used for hysteria, fatigue, sleeplessness, debility and restlessness.
* Magnolia Bark: - has anti anxiety, anti stress properties, lowers the cortisol, promotes relaxation and improves the mood.
* Potassium: -sustains the fluid and electrolyte balance, discharges energy from carbohydrate, protein and fat, assists in conveying nerve impulses.
* Magnesium: -is a trace mineral and its chief role is manufacturing and transporting energy, relaxing and contracting the muscles, assisting some enzymes with their task in the body and mixing proteins.
* Valerian Root: - It supports a feeling of calmness, improves sleep, reduces anxiety levels and facilitates relaxation of the central nervous system. Valerian root is non addictive and does not cause morning tiredness. It also is useful in slowing the heart in those who have the condition known as tachycardia.
* Melatonin: -is one of the most dominant antioxidants in the brain. It restores metabolism, improves the quality of sleep and slows down degenerative diseases of the brain such as Parkinson’s. Melatonin can control extreme cortical production and is therefore effectual in reducing stress levels and regulating sleep cycles.
* Vitamin B complex contains Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5,
Most of us are aware that excessive stress can affect our ability to think straight, our digestive system, adrenal glands and heart. Research has however shown that whenever a stressful situation arises, there is a knock on effect. Firstly stress limits the blood supply going to the stomach, this hampers the digestive system and a temporary shut down of our immune system may follow. If we are overwhelmed with stress for an extended period we are likely to experience fatigue and exhaustion.
Although it may not be possible to avoid these stress factors in our lives there is help available. There are many natural herbal supplements, known for they’re relaxing properties which assist in combating the harmful effects of anxiety and stress. Several herbs are usually incorporated together to make a powerful formula.
We will take a look at some of the individual herbs, which go to make up some of these potent anti- anxiety supplements: -
* Jujube Seeds: - hypnotic and anti-anxiety effect used for hysteria, fatigue, sleeplessness, debility and restlessness.
* Magnolia Bark: - has anti anxiety, anti stress properties, lowers the cortisol, promotes relaxation and improves the mood.
* Potassium: -sustains the fluid and electrolyte balance, discharges energy from carbohydrate, protein and fat, assists in conveying nerve impulses.
* Magnesium: -is a trace mineral and its chief role is manufacturing and transporting energy, relaxing and contracting the muscles, assisting some enzymes with their task in the body and mixing proteins.
* Valerian Root: - It supports a feeling of calmness, improves sleep, reduces anxiety levels and facilitates relaxation of the central nervous system. Valerian root is non addictive and does not cause morning tiredness. It also is useful in slowing the heart in those who have the condition known as tachycardia.
* Melatonin: -is one of the most dominant antioxidants in the brain. It restores metabolism, improves the quality of sleep and slows down degenerative diseases of the brain such as Parkinson’s. Melatonin can control extreme cortical production and is therefore effectual in reducing stress levels and regulating sleep cycles.
* Vitamin B complex contains Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5,
PLEASE HELP ME OUT OF MY PROBLEM
Question:
vicky said,
hiii, i am a 20 yr old guy... havin da problem of acne and oily skin.... i also observed a lot of my hair falling bcoz of wearing da helmet (anythn to do wid da sponge inside)
can u plz let me knoe wat to do????
Answer:
hello vicky....This is the most common question I hear now a days...As you said you have the problem of acne ,you didnt mention how many years/months you are experiencing it and more over you didnt mention to what extent you consider it has damaged your skin....Before I reply ,Be very happy that Acne damaged skin can be very much reversible and no problem to worry about that .And coming to oily skin....Be very happy that your skin wont get wrinkles so soon...You have to care your oily skin a lot...Just wat you gotta do is..just keep some face tissues in your pocket and clean your face every 5 minutes...before you go out use sun screen lotion of having PF 15 ...read all the topics about acne and oily skin ....I bet u'll surely find a solution...
And comin to hair...I am sure you have dandruff....that too oil dandruff...you can't see any dandruff flakes in ur head but it makes your head so much oily and thereby blocking your hair roots from getting nutrition thus finally making hair fall...
What I advice is take head bath daily wid a low chem based shampoo ...Dont use helmet for some days..Atleast try to take it out once in a while you drive ..I mean just take out for a minute and continue...this may sound different..But thats alll u can do if u want to reduce hair fall....
If u have any more queries...just comment here and I'll solve it
Be4 that i advice u to read all the topics that are there here ...because these are published by me ....personally...good luck vicky...
vicky said,
hiii, i am a 20 yr old guy... havin da problem of acne and oily skin.... i also observed a lot of my hair falling bcoz of wearing da helmet (anythn to do wid da sponge inside)
can u plz let me knoe wat to do????
Answer:
hello vicky....This is the most common question I hear now a days...As you said you have the problem of acne ,you didnt mention how many years/months you are experiencing it and more over you didnt mention to what extent you consider it has damaged your skin....Before I reply ,Be very happy that Acne damaged skin can be very much reversible and no problem to worry about that .And coming to oily skin....Be very happy that your skin wont get wrinkles so soon...You have to care your oily skin a lot...Just wat you gotta do is..just keep some face tissues in your pocket and clean your face every 5 minutes...before you go out use sun screen lotion of having PF 15 ...read all the topics about acne and oily skin ....I bet u'll surely find a solution...
And comin to hair...I am sure you have dandruff....that too oil dandruff...you can't see any dandruff flakes in ur head but it makes your head so much oily and thereby blocking your hair roots from getting nutrition thus finally making hair fall...
What I advice is take head bath daily wid a low chem based shampoo ...Dont use helmet for some days..Atleast try to take it out once in a while you drive ..I mean just take out for a minute and continue...this may sound different..But thats alll u can do if u want to reduce hair fall....
If u have any more queries...just comment here and I'll solve it
Be4 that i advice u to read all the topics that are there here ...because these are published by me ....personally...good luck vicky...
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Lotions vs. Skin Care Creams
There is no dearth of skin care creams and lotions in the market. Name an ailment, and you will find hundreds of skin care creams, lotions and other products for it. As a result of ongoing research and due to ever increasing demand, the number of skin care products seems to be on the increase. Skin care lotions and skin care creams are the most popular forms in which these products are available, and there always seems to be a debate on which form is better?
Well, there is no definitive answer to this. It seems more like a matter of personal choice. However, greasy creams are surely less popular as compared to the non-greasy (or less greasy) ones. Since the application of skin care creams is easier, they seem to be preferred (over lotions) in cases where the skin care product is not to be removed immediately after application. So, skin care creams seem more popular as moisturisers than as cleansers or toners. For toners, lotions seem to be preferred over skin care creams. There are some skin care creams that acts as toners too, but generally the toners are available in liquid form only. For cleansing, lotions and skin care creams are equally popular; however, the tilt seems more towards lotions.
Creams are known to be most effective in keeping skin moist; hence, the most popular form of skin care creams is moisturisers. Due to the same reason, a lot of people tend to associate skin care creams with dry and sensitive skin. Though it is true to a certain extent, skin care creams are not used only for dry skin, they are also used for making products for oily skin e.g. vitamin A creams and sulphur creams that help reduce the rate of sebum production.
Skin care creams are also used for products that cater to skin disorders especially for disorders that require the application of product over a small localised area. This is again due to the fact that skin care creams are easier to apply (without wastage) on the affected area. However, in cases where skin needs to be washed using a medicine/product, lotion is a better choice. Mostly, the manufacturers too realize this fact, making it easier for you to choose between a lotion and a skin care cream
Eye-creams and anti-ageing creams are other examples where skin care cream is preferred over its lotion counterpart.
Whatever your choice be (cream or lotion), knowing how to use it effectively, is more important than anything else.
Well, there is no definitive answer to this. It seems more like a matter of personal choice. However, greasy creams are surely less popular as compared to the non-greasy (or less greasy) ones. Since the application of skin care creams is easier, they seem to be preferred (over lotions) in cases where the skin care product is not to be removed immediately after application. So, skin care creams seem more popular as moisturisers than as cleansers or toners. For toners, lotions seem to be preferred over skin care creams. There are some skin care creams that acts as toners too, but generally the toners are available in liquid form only. For cleansing, lotions and skin care creams are equally popular; however, the tilt seems more towards lotions.
Creams are known to be most effective in keeping skin moist; hence, the most popular form of skin care creams is moisturisers. Due to the same reason, a lot of people tend to associate skin care creams with dry and sensitive skin. Though it is true to a certain extent, skin care creams are not used only for dry skin, they are also used for making products for oily skin e.g. vitamin A creams and sulphur creams that help reduce the rate of sebum production.
Skin care creams are also used for products that cater to skin disorders especially for disorders that require the application of product over a small localised area. This is again due to the fact that skin care creams are easier to apply (without wastage) on the affected area. However, in cases where skin needs to be washed using a medicine/product, lotion is a better choice. Mostly, the manufacturers too realize this fact, making it easier for you to choose between a lotion and a skin care cream
Eye-creams and anti-ageing creams are other examples where skin care cream is preferred over its lotion counterpart.
Whatever your choice be (cream or lotion), knowing how to use it effectively, is more important than anything else.
Acne Scarring - What Are My Treatment Options?
Acne Scarring can have serious effects on a person's self-image and emotional state. Fortunately there have been significant advances in the treatment of acne-related scarring in recent years. It is important to note that nothing will completely heal the majority of scars.
Laser Therapy
Using lasers to treat scars is a new technology, but is one of the most promising options for severe scarring. The lasers remove the scarred skin, and encourage growth of new skin in its place. After treatment, the skin will be pink and swollen for a week or so. During this time, bandages need to be kept over the skin to prevent infection. It takes months for the skin to return to normal, but most people will see less noticeable scars and smoother skin. Laser scar treatment can be quite expensive, however.
Surgical Therapy (Dermabrasion)
This form of scar treatment uses a motorized burr, which usually contains diamond particles. Diamonds are very strong abrasives when in a powder-form. A scab will form once the procedure is completed. Once the wound is healed, a smooth pink layer of new skin will appear. Multiple treatments are often necessary, and each one can cost $1500.
Creams and Gels
There are many topical treatments that claim to reduce the appearance of scars. Some contain Vitamin E and other nutrients. Mederma is a popular brand name. Many people report that it can improve scars in as little as 8 weeks for new scars, or 6 months for older scars. Results with topical ointments like this will vary from person to person.
Collagen Injection
This is a temporary fix, where the patient's own body fat or collagen is injected into the scar site. This works well for some people with deep-pitted scars. The material injected serves to raise the skin, and reduce the pitted appearance, and wrinkling from the scar. However, this procedure needs to be repeated every 6 months and can be expensive.
Laser Therapy
Using lasers to treat scars is a new technology, but is one of the most promising options for severe scarring. The lasers remove the scarred skin, and encourage growth of new skin in its place. After treatment, the skin will be pink and swollen for a week or so. During this time, bandages need to be kept over the skin to prevent infection. It takes months for the skin to return to normal, but most people will see less noticeable scars and smoother skin. Laser scar treatment can be quite expensive, however.
Surgical Therapy (Dermabrasion)
This form of scar treatment uses a motorized burr, which usually contains diamond particles. Diamonds are very strong abrasives when in a powder-form. A scab will form once the procedure is completed. Once the wound is healed, a smooth pink layer of new skin will appear. Multiple treatments are often necessary, and each one can cost $1500.
Creams and Gels
There are many topical treatments that claim to reduce the appearance of scars. Some contain Vitamin E and other nutrients. Mederma is a popular brand name. Many people report that it can improve scars in as little as 8 weeks for new scars, or 6 months for older scars. Results with topical ointments like this will vary from person to person.
Collagen Injection
This is a temporary fix, where the patient's own body fat or collagen is injected into the scar site. This works well for some people with deep-pitted scars. The material injected serves to raise the skin, and reduce the pitted appearance, and wrinkling from the scar. However, this procedure needs to be repeated every 6 months and can be expensive.
Herbal Skin Care...the best i suggest 4 u guys
Skin care is not a topic of recent times; it has been in practice since ancient times, when herbal skin care was probably the only way to take care of skin. However, skin care has transformed in a big way. Herbal skin care routines have been replaced by synthetic/chemical-based skin care routines. The herbal skin care recipes which once used to be common place are not so popular today (and even unknown to a large population). This transformation from herbal skin care to synthetic, can probably be attributed to two things - our laziness (or just the fast pace of lives) and the commercialisation of skin care. Even herbal skin care products have been commercialised. These commercial herbal skin care products have to be mixed with preservatives in order to increase their shelf-life, hence making them less effective than the fresh ones made at home. However, it seems that things are changing fast and more people are now opting for natural and herbal skin care routines. But still, none want to make them at home and hence the commercial market of herbal skin care products is on the rise.
So what are these herbs or herbal skin care mechanisms?
Aloe vera, which is an extract from Aloe plant, is one of the best examples of herbal skin care product. Freshly extracted aloe vera is a natural hydrant that helps in soothing skin. It also helps in healing cuts and treating sun burns.
A number of herbs are known to possess cleansing properties. Dandelion, chamomile, lime flowers and rosemary herbs, are a few examples of such cleansers. Their herbal skin care properties get invoked when they are combined with other herbs like tea.
Antiseptics are another important part of Herbal skin care. Lavender, marigold, thyme and fennel are good examples of herbs that are known to possess antiseptic properties. Lavender water and rose water also form good toners.
Tea plays an important part in herbal skin care. Tea extracts are used for treatment of skin that has been damaged by UV radiation.
Oils prepared from herbal extracts present another means of herbal skin care. Tea tree oil, Lavender oil, borage oil and primrose oil are some popular oils used in herbal skin care. Some fruit oils (e.g. extracts from fruits like banana, apple and melon) find use in shower gels (as a hydrating mix)
Homeopathic treatments and aromatherapies also come under the umbrella of herbal skin care remedies.
Herbal skin care is good not only for the routine nourishing of skin but also for treatment of skin disorders like eczema and psorasis. Most herbal skin care products don't have any side effects (the most important reason for preferring them over synthetic products) Moreover, herbal skin care products can be easily made at home, hence making them even more attractive. So, herbal skin care is the way to go. However, this does not mean that you totally discard the synthetic products. Some people go to the extent of debating with their dermatologist, if he/she suggests a synthetic product. You should accept the fact that some skin orders might need usage of clinically proven non-herbal skin care products.
So what are these herbs or herbal skin care mechanisms?
Aloe vera, which is an extract from Aloe plant, is one of the best examples of herbal skin care product. Freshly extracted aloe vera is a natural hydrant that helps in soothing skin. It also helps in healing cuts and treating sun burns.
A number of herbs are known to possess cleansing properties. Dandelion, chamomile, lime flowers and rosemary herbs, are a few examples of such cleansers. Their herbal skin care properties get invoked when they are combined with other herbs like tea.
Antiseptics are another important part of Herbal skin care. Lavender, marigold, thyme and fennel are good examples of herbs that are known to possess antiseptic properties. Lavender water and rose water also form good toners.
Tea plays an important part in herbal skin care. Tea extracts are used for treatment of skin that has been damaged by UV radiation.
Oils prepared from herbal extracts present another means of herbal skin care. Tea tree oil, Lavender oil, borage oil and primrose oil are some popular oils used in herbal skin care. Some fruit oils (e.g. extracts from fruits like banana, apple and melon) find use in shower gels (as a hydrating mix)
Homeopathic treatments and aromatherapies also come under the umbrella of herbal skin care remedies.
Herbal skin care is good not only for the routine nourishing of skin but also for treatment of skin disorders like eczema and psorasis. Most herbal skin care products don't have any side effects (the most important reason for preferring them over synthetic products) Moreover, herbal skin care products can be easily made at home, hence making them even more attractive. So, herbal skin care is the way to go. However, this does not mean that you totally discard the synthetic products. Some people go to the extent of debating with their dermatologist, if he/she suggests a synthetic product. You should accept the fact that some skin orders might need usage of clinically proven non-herbal skin care products.
Makeup and Skin Care
'Make up and skin care' is generally regarded as women's forte. Men seldom indulge in 'Make up and skin care'. Many men do care for their skin but make up is really alien to most men. Treating make up and skin care as different topics wouldn't make sense; after all, make up will work only if the skin is healthy. So how do you exercise make up and skin care, together? Here are some tips for make up and skin care:
1. Always have skin care on mind, whether you are buying products for make up or actually applying them onto your skin after you have bought them. So what you are buying is a 'make up and skin care' product, not just a make up product. Check the ingredients to see if it contains things that you might be allergic to. Also check if it contains high concentration chemicals that can harm your skin.
2. 'Make up and skin care' is also about testing the products before using them. So, apply the make up on a small patch of skin e.g. earlobes and check how your skin reacts to it.
3. Keep track of expiry date on your make up products and never use them beyond the expiry date. In fact some products (e.g. vitamin C based products), if not stored properly, get spoilt much earlier than the expiry date.
4. Cleanliness is an important part of make up and skin care procedure. Sharpen your eye-liners regularly and keep all your makeup equipment clean at all times. You might fix a date, each month, for overhauling of your equipment. As part of cleanliness, your make up and skin care procedure should also include keeping your hair clean at all times.
5. Nail care is another important aspect of make up and skin care. Use a good quality nail polish and always keep your nails clean. Once you are done with cleaning and polishing your nails, you should rub in cuticle oil at the edges of the nail.
6. If you have deep-set eyes, you should use a liquid eye liner instead of a pencil one. This will prevent smudging at the deep edges of your eye-lid.
7. If you have a skin disorder e.g. acne, you should not apply heavy or chemical based make up. Consult your dermatologist if you are not sure about the make up products that you can use while you have acne or other skin disorder. Never try to squeeze pimples/ acne. Remember that make up and skin care should not conflict each other.
8. Use a mild make up remover (instead of just washing it away).
9. Another important 'make up and skin care' procedure is the following golden rule: "Never sleep with your make up on"
10. While applying a deodorant, make sure that you maintain the recommended distance between the nozzle and your skin (as mentioned on the deodorant pack).
So, make up and skin care should always go hand in hand. Do not try to treat make up and skin care differently.
1. Always have skin care on mind, whether you are buying products for make up or actually applying them onto your skin after you have bought them. So what you are buying is a 'make up and skin care' product, not just a make up product. Check the ingredients to see if it contains things that you might be allergic to. Also check if it contains high concentration chemicals that can harm your skin.
2. 'Make up and skin care' is also about testing the products before using them. So, apply the make up on a small patch of skin e.g. earlobes and check how your skin reacts to it.
3. Keep track of expiry date on your make up products and never use them beyond the expiry date. In fact some products (e.g. vitamin C based products), if not stored properly, get spoilt much earlier than the expiry date.
4. Cleanliness is an important part of make up and skin care procedure. Sharpen your eye-liners regularly and keep all your makeup equipment clean at all times. You might fix a date, each month, for overhauling of your equipment. As part of cleanliness, your make up and skin care procedure should also include keeping your hair clean at all times.
5. Nail care is another important aspect of make up and skin care. Use a good quality nail polish and always keep your nails clean. Once you are done with cleaning and polishing your nails, you should rub in cuticle oil at the edges of the nail.
6. If you have deep-set eyes, you should use a liquid eye liner instead of a pencil one. This will prevent smudging at the deep edges of your eye-lid.
7. If you have a skin disorder e.g. acne, you should not apply heavy or chemical based make up. Consult your dermatologist if you are not sure about the make up products that you can use while you have acne or other skin disorder. Never try to squeeze pimples/ acne. Remember that make up and skin care should not conflict each other.
8. Use a mild make up remover (instead of just washing it away).
9. Another important 'make up and skin care' procedure is the following golden rule: "Never sleep with your make up on"
10. While applying a deodorant, make sure that you maintain the recommended distance between the nozzle and your skin (as mentioned on the deodorant pack).
So, make up and skin care should always go hand in hand. Do not try to treat make up and skin care differently.
Is There A Single Acne Cure That Will Work For Everyone?
How do we go about preventing acne? Well to be honest if you don't have acne then you're probably not too bothered about preventing it. How about looking for a cure first of all and then looking for ways to prevent it coming back in the future?
Although it's common now to believe that it is not diet that brings about acne ("chocolate has nothing to do with it" scream the experts) it's interesting to note that Eastern countries don't have acne epedemics to the extremes that we in the West are used to.
One thing is clear; acne is not caused by dirt. It is caused when the oil in our body is not metabolized efficiently and dead skin cells become sticky and block the pores of the skin. Bacteria then enters into the pores and causes infection and inflammation.
So what can be done to prevent this happening? It seems obvious to stay away from McDonald's and other junk foods, yet our bodies may still produce oil.
Hygiene helps to control it, yet acne is not caused by a lack of hygeine, it comes about because of bacteria already present in the skin. The only true combatant, it seems, is to use a multitude of acne prevention methods at the same time.
Zinc gluconate and some antibiotics administered orally are both effective in treating the inflammation of acne, while insulin is also reported to have worked in the same way. No big studies have been done on the latter though, so proceed cautiously with this one. Some doctors have even recommended birth control pills as having limited acne, then again some say that they can cause acne!
Research is now being done on the use of lasers for the prevention of acne. Lasers have been used to treat the scars left by really bad acne, and it has recently been discovered that the follicle sac from which the hair grows, as well as the sebaceous gland that produces oil, can be burned away by the use of lasers.
You may have heard of the N-Lite laser treatment. It was recently shown in a popular daytime TV show in the UK with a guest who claimed it was the only thing that had completely cured her. This led to widespread acclaim for N-Lite and hundreds of new clients for the company.
Naturally, since this TV appearance, many people have used their services with varying results.
The fact is that there is no one cure that will handle everybody's skin type. The only way to beat acne is to mix and match different treatments, internally, as well as on the skin's surface, until you find the one cure that works for you and you alone.
Although it's common now to believe that it is not diet that brings about acne ("chocolate has nothing to do with it" scream the experts) it's interesting to note that Eastern countries don't have acne epedemics to the extremes that we in the West are used to.
One thing is clear; acne is not caused by dirt. It is caused when the oil in our body is not metabolized efficiently and dead skin cells become sticky and block the pores of the skin. Bacteria then enters into the pores and causes infection and inflammation.
So what can be done to prevent this happening? It seems obvious to stay away from McDonald's and other junk foods, yet our bodies may still produce oil.
Hygiene helps to control it, yet acne is not caused by a lack of hygeine, it comes about because of bacteria already present in the skin. The only true combatant, it seems, is to use a multitude of acne prevention methods at the same time.
Zinc gluconate and some antibiotics administered orally are both effective in treating the inflammation of acne, while insulin is also reported to have worked in the same way. No big studies have been done on the latter though, so proceed cautiously with this one. Some doctors have even recommended birth control pills as having limited acne, then again some say that they can cause acne!
Research is now being done on the use of lasers for the prevention of acne. Lasers have been used to treat the scars left by really bad acne, and it has recently been discovered that the follicle sac from which the hair grows, as well as the sebaceous gland that produces oil, can be burned away by the use of lasers.
You may have heard of the N-Lite laser treatment. It was recently shown in a popular daytime TV show in the UK with a guest who claimed it was the only thing that had completely cured her. This led to widespread acclaim for N-Lite and hundreds of new clients for the company.
Naturally, since this TV appearance, many people have used their services with varying results.
The fact is that there is no one cure that will handle everybody's skin type. The only way to beat acne is to mix and match different treatments, internally, as well as on the skin's surface, until you find the one cure that works for you and you alone.
Get Rid of Warts Today!
Embarrassed about the bumpy, rough protrusion on your skin? Well, that is called a wart. Viruses cause these non-cancerous skin growths on the top layer of the skin. These viruses are called human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are usually skin-colored and are rough to touch, but in some people they can be dark, flat and smooth.
These warts grow on different parts of the body; more common on the fingers, hands, and feet, but most of them are harmless. Children tend to get infected easily. They spread by direct contact, simply by touching the wart. Most warts heal within weeks or months, but sometimes they may even take years. It all depends on the person’s immune system. Those having immune-related diseases such as AIDS and lymphoma, or who are under chemotherapy, take longer time to heal.
Types of warts:
There are several different kinds of warts:
• Common warts – These warts usually grow on the fingers, around the nails, hands, elbows, knees, and on the backs of the hands. They usually appear where skin has been broken - like where fingernails are bitten. They are hard and small. These are also called "seed" warts, because the blood vessels to the wart produce black dots that look like seeds.
• Foot warts – These warts appear on the soles of the feet. They are also called plantar warts. They can be very uncomfortable and painful while walking, because the pressure of walking causes them to get flattened and pushed back into the skin.
• Flat warts – These warts are smaller and smoother than other warts and so they are called juvenile warts. They grow in large numbers - 20 to 100. They most commonly grow on children’s faces. In adults, they are often found in the beard area in men, and on the legs in women.
• Filiform warts - These warts are finger shaped and are usually flesh-colored. They are common in areas around the mouth, eyes, or nose.
Treatment:
You need to go to a Dermatologist to get rid of warts. Depending on the type of warts and the age of the patient, various treatments are used. Laser treatment is the most common. This treatment is expensive. An injection of a local anesthesia is used to numb the area treated. An anti-cancer drug called bleomycin is also used to treat warts; however, this treatment is painful and may cause side effects.
Immunotherapy is another treatment where the body's own rejection system is used. In one of the methods, the patient is made allergic to a certain chemical which is then applied. After some time, an allergic reaction occurs around the area and the wart may disappear. Dermatologists also inject interferon to boost the immune reaction which may cause rejection of the wart. Luckily for children, warts may disappear over time, without taking any treatment. However, they can be bothersome and painful - if they rapidly multiply then they should be treated.
So, next time you see warts appearing on your skin, do not panic or get disturbed. They are just a viral skin infection which with proper care can be treated.
These warts grow on different parts of the body; more common on the fingers, hands, and feet, but most of them are harmless. Children tend to get infected easily. They spread by direct contact, simply by touching the wart. Most warts heal within weeks or months, but sometimes they may even take years. It all depends on the person’s immune system. Those having immune-related diseases such as AIDS and lymphoma, or who are under chemotherapy, take longer time to heal.
Types of warts:
There are several different kinds of warts:
• Common warts – These warts usually grow on the fingers, around the nails, hands, elbows, knees, and on the backs of the hands. They usually appear where skin has been broken - like where fingernails are bitten. They are hard and small. These are also called "seed" warts, because the blood vessels to the wart produce black dots that look like seeds.
• Foot warts – These warts appear on the soles of the feet. They are also called plantar warts. They can be very uncomfortable and painful while walking, because the pressure of walking causes them to get flattened and pushed back into the skin.
• Flat warts – These warts are smaller and smoother than other warts and so they are called juvenile warts. They grow in large numbers - 20 to 100. They most commonly grow on children’s faces. In adults, they are often found in the beard area in men, and on the legs in women.
• Filiform warts - These warts are finger shaped and are usually flesh-colored. They are common in areas around the mouth, eyes, or nose.
Treatment:
You need to go to a Dermatologist to get rid of warts. Depending on the type of warts and the age of the patient, various treatments are used. Laser treatment is the most common. This treatment is expensive. An injection of a local anesthesia is used to numb the area treated. An anti-cancer drug called bleomycin is also used to treat warts; however, this treatment is painful and may cause side effects.
Immunotherapy is another treatment where the body's own rejection system is used. In one of the methods, the patient is made allergic to a certain chemical which is then applied. After some time, an allergic reaction occurs around the area and the wart may disappear. Dermatologists also inject interferon to boost the immune reaction which may cause rejection of the wart. Luckily for children, warts may disappear over time, without taking any treatment. However, they can be bothersome and painful - if they rapidly multiply then they should be treated.
So, next time you see warts appearing on your skin, do not panic or get disturbed. They are just a viral skin infection which with proper care can be treated.
The Best Skin Care For Oily Skin
Oily skin can be really tricky to take care of because one wrong move can spell disaster for the skin. One must remember that among the basic skin types, oily skin is perhaps the most sensitive and easily triggered.
Although having oily skin will lessen the possibility of developing wrinkles and lines early in life, one will compensate by being prone to acne, pimples and all sorts of blemishes. This is because over-activity of the sebaceous glands make it more likely for the pores in the skin to get clogged. Clogging of pores with grime, dead skin cells and bacteria trapped inside, can result to swelling and red bumps.
Below are some of the tips that will help you take care of your oily skin.
1. Choose what you put in your face
Oily skin can be very sensitive to irritation. This makes choosing the products that will not irritate the skin all the more difficult. For despite having products that are made especially for oily skin, there are skin types that are very allergic to some ingredients.
It is also recommended that people with oily skin refrain from using cosmetics and skin care products that are oil-based or those that are oily. Using oily products will only add to the oil already on the skin. They should instead use water-based products that are easily removed.
2. Wash your face
Another solution to a problem is the frequent washing of the face. This is done to prevent the build-up of oil on the skin which in turn will prevent the occurrence of acne. Basic hygiene is the single best solution to acne problems in oily skin.
3. Remove Make-up
Another reason why pores are clogged is the interaction of chemicals and oil on the skin. To prevent this, avoid sleeping while there is still make-up on your skin. This is actually a no-no for all skin types but all the more important for people with oily skin.
4. Be consistent with your treatment
In taking care of oily skin, it is important that you are consistent with your treatment. Most people with oily skin will probably be asked to use cleansers and then toners. Astringents are also popular as it helps exfoliates the skin and remove dead skin cells on the surface. Moisturizers are sometimes forgone because the skin is oily and moisturized as it is.
Although having oily skin will lessen the possibility of developing wrinkles and lines early in life, one will compensate by being prone to acne, pimples and all sorts of blemishes. This is because over-activity of the sebaceous glands make it more likely for the pores in the skin to get clogged. Clogging of pores with grime, dead skin cells and bacteria trapped inside, can result to swelling and red bumps.
Below are some of the tips that will help you take care of your oily skin.
1. Choose what you put in your face
Oily skin can be very sensitive to irritation. This makes choosing the products that will not irritate the skin all the more difficult. For despite having products that are made especially for oily skin, there are skin types that are very allergic to some ingredients.
It is also recommended that people with oily skin refrain from using cosmetics and skin care products that are oil-based or those that are oily. Using oily products will only add to the oil already on the skin. They should instead use water-based products that are easily removed.
2. Wash your face
Another solution to a problem is the frequent washing of the face. This is done to prevent the build-up of oil on the skin which in turn will prevent the occurrence of acne. Basic hygiene is the single best solution to acne problems in oily skin.
3. Remove Make-up
Another reason why pores are clogged is the interaction of chemicals and oil on the skin. To prevent this, avoid sleeping while there is still make-up on your skin. This is actually a no-no for all skin types but all the more important for people with oily skin.
4. Be consistent with your treatment
In taking care of oily skin, it is important that you are consistent with your treatment. Most people with oily skin will probably be asked to use cleansers and then toners. Astringents are also popular as it helps exfoliates the skin and remove dead skin cells on the surface. Moisturizers are sometimes forgone because the skin is oily and moisturized as it is.
Dry Skin Care – How to Prevent Uncomfortable Irritation
Dry skin care is important because it prevents the uncomfortable
irritation that comes from a lack of moisture from all areas of
the body.
The lower legs, elbows, and forearms are a few parts of the body
that could greatly benefit from dry skin care.
When skin becomes dry, it can feel coarse, as well as scaly,
coupled with a bothersome itchiness.
Causes of Dry Skin
Some of the causes that create a need for dry skin care include
an overheating of the body during the winter season accompanied
with low humidity.
During the summer, the effects of air conditioning create a need
for dry skin care.
Factors that can affect dry skin can be the overuse of soaps or
antiperspirants, as well as luxuriating in a hot bath at the end
of the day.
Dry skin care is needed for individuals who experience daily
stress, have been exposed to smoke, or are exposed to great
amounts of sun.
Dry skin also worsens as the body ages due to the loss of sweat
and oil glands throughout the body.
Itching
What makes the condition of dry skin a real inconvenience is that
it itches like crazy and can be easily irritated into a flare-up
of redness and itching.
Without dry skin care, a person could suffer from a loss of
sleep, as well as cause mood swings.
A physician should look at very dry and itchy skin because
certain conditions like kidney disease and diabetes exhibit
itching as a symptom.
Moisturizers, Ointment and Lotions
The most popular forms of dry skin care treatment are
moisturizers that help replace some of the water that is loss
through the skin. Moisturizers also work as a soothing agent to
ease discomfort. This form of dry skin care comes in an
assortment of satisfying products, such as lotions, creams and
ointments.
When using an ointment for dry skin care, you will encounter a
combination of water and an oil-based ingredient, such as
petrolatum or lanolin.
Lotions are created when powder crystals are dissolved within
water. The amount of water in lotions keeps the skin from having
a too greasy feeling, as well as providing that cooling effect
that you notice.
Lotions are good for a quick application, but you should know
that they do not possess the same level of protection.
Adding oil to water creates creams. The disadvantage of using
this type of skin care is that it has to be used more often.
Moisturizers should be used as a dry skin care regimen to prevent
further outbreaks.
Dry Skin Care Tips
Dry skin care tips include:
· Using a humidifier in your room in order to increase the amount
of moisture in the air.
· When you bath less often or minimize the amount of time you
spend in the bathtub or shower - this can alleviate dry skin.
· When you have dry skin, you should avoid using hot water,
opting for a warmer shower or bath.
irritation that comes from a lack of moisture from all areas of
the body.
The lower legs, elbows, and forearms are a few parts of the body
that could greatly benefit from dry skin care.
When skin becomes dry, it can feel coarse, as well as scaly,
coupled with a bothersome itchiness.
Causes of Dry Skin
Some of the causes that create a need for dry skin care include
an overheating of the body during the winter season accompanied
with low humidity.
During the summer, the effects of air conditioning create a need
for dry skin care.
Factors that can affect dry skin can be the overuse of soaps or
antiperspirants, as well as luxuriating in a hot bath at the end
of the day.
Dry skin care is needed for individuals who experience daily
stress, have been exposed to smoke, or are exposed to great
amounts of sun.
Dry skin also worsens as the body ages due to the loss of sweat
and oil glands throughout the body.
Itching
What makes the condition of dry skin a real inconvenience is that
it itches like crazy and can be easily irritated into a flare-up
of redness and itching.
Without dry skin care, a person could suffer from a loss of
sleep, as well as cause mood swings.
A physician should look at very dry and itchy skin because
certain conditions like kidney disease and diabetes exhibit
itching as a symptom.
Moisturizers, Ointment and Lotions
The most popular forms of dry skin care treatment are
moisturizers that help replace some of the water that is loss
through the skin. Moisturizers also work as a soothing agent to
ease discomfort. This form of dry skin care comes in an
assortment of satisfying products, such as lotions, creams and
ointments.
When using an ointment for dry skin care, you will encounter a
combination of water and an oil-based ingredient, such as
petrolatum or lanolin.
Lotions are created when powder crystals are dissolved within
water. The amount of water in lotions keeps the skin from having
a too greasy feeling, as well as providing that cooling effect
that you notice.
Lotions are good for a quick application, but you should know
that they do not possess the same level of protection.
Adding oil to water creates creams. The disadvantage of using
this type of skin care is that it has to be used more often.
Moisturizers should be used as a dry skin care regimen to prevent
further outbreaks.
Dry Skin Care Tips
Dry skin care tips include:
· Using a humidifier in your room in order to increase the amount
of moisture in the air.
· When you bath less often or minimize the amount of time you
spend in the bathtub or shower - this can alleviate dry skin.
· When you have dry skin, you should avoid using hot water,
opting for a warmer shower or bath.
Home Remedies For Oily Skin:
To care for oily skin you should start with a gentle, foaming facial wash. This will remove dirt and oil without stripping away moisture.
1. Make a puree of fresh tomatoes, apply to the skin
2. Mix half teaspoon honey with egg white and one teaspoon lemon juice. Add fuller's earth or brewer's yeast powder. Mix into a paste and apply. Remove after 20 minutes with water.
3. To prevent the problem of your makeup becoming patchy either on the forehead, chin or nose due to excessive oiliness in these areas, apply a little cucumber juice on the excessively oily parts of your face, dry thoroughly and then apply your makeup.
4. Mix one tablespoon youghurt with fuller's earth and apply. Youghurt itself can be applied o the face. It helps to soften the skin and restores the natural acid mantle.
5. If your skin is excessively oily, mix in a few drops of eau de cologne. This not only helps keep oiliness away but also helps in refining the pores of the skin by acting as astringent, thereby preventing acne.
6. Make a pulp of raw papaya and apply. Papaya has a cleansing action, softening dead skin cells and aiding their removal.
Recommendations for Oily Skin:
1. Keep a bowl of water in the fridge and splash this cold water on your face 3-4 times a day.Cold water will not only leave you feeling refreshed but will also tighten the pores.
2. Follow up the cleanser with an astringent as this will remove all excess oil
3. Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each day.Water helps flush out toxins from the body.
4. Use an exfoliant twice a week. These skin scrub products contains little granules that, when used with a small brush, provide deep cleansing.
Saturday, May 26, 2007
Eczema Skin Symptoms Triggered By Harmful Ingredients In Personal Care Products
Everyday, a typical adult uses many type of cosmetics or personal-care products. Unfortunately, many of these products contain chemicals that can worsen or trigger for those who are prone to eczema flare ups and with sensitive skin. It has been estimated that the exposure has been estimated to be an average of 126 chemicals per day from the use of personal care products.
Sadly, many of us continue to use these produces due to unawareness about the harm that these chemicals can cause. Also, most of the products on the shelves at the stores do contain these chemicals and it would be hard to avoid them totally.
Recently, there are more studies done that show that humans who are exposed to these chemicals do suffer ill effects such as eczema skin symptoms. While you may think that these chemicals are only applied topically on our skin, they can still penetrate into our bloodstream and are absorbed by our bodies. Evidence of this can be found in the new contraceptive patch or even the nicotine patch.
Some of the ingredients in personal care products that can get into our bloodstream via our skin include:
1. Mineral oil. Mineral oil is oftentimes found in lipstick, lotions and makeup removers. This chemical can also clog up your pores because it does not allow your skin to breathe or release toxins. Inhibiting your skin in this way will slow down the functioning of your skin. It will also inhibit the normal development of cells. With this in mind, you should be able to clearly see that the use of mineral oil will cause your skin to age prematurely.
2. Formaldehyde. This ingredient is something that is widely used in soaps, nail hardeners, lipsticks, body lotions and shampoos. It acts as a germicide, preservative and fungicide. Since it is also a powerful carcinogenic and mutagenic, which can damage and prevent your body from repairing its DNA. This chemical has been banned in both Sweden and Japan.
3. Petrolatum. Petrolatum is commonly known as mineral oil jelly. It is a petroleum derivative that is commonly used in lip balms. This chemical clogs skin from taking in oxygen and releasing toxins, which can cause you to have acne. Some of the other things that can happen whenever you use petrolatum is sensitivity to the sun and chapping.
4. Synthetic fragrances. If you like to smell good with many sprays of perfume, you probably do not realize that perfume can contain hundreds of chemicals which can enter your body. Perfumes are toxins and they can cause headaches, rashes, coughing, dizziness, vomiting and skin irritations. The hydrocarbons that are found in these fragrances oftentimes contain formaldehyde, styrene, toluene and phenol. These are chemicals that can cause depression, exhaustion, anxiety, dizziness, diminished blood flow an brain damage.
5. Methyl, Propyl, Butyl and Ethyl Parabens. These are all used as preservatives in order to extend the shelf lives of many personal care products. These chemicals can cause allergic reactions and rashes. They can also increase your risk to developing cancer because these chemicals also contain highly toxic formaldehyde-releasing ingredients that are carcinogenic.
6. Propylene Glycol. Propylene glycol is a chemical that is derived from petroleum. It is used as a humectant, which is a chemical that will keep products moist. However, it also breaks down protein and cellular structure. This chemical is used in a lot of antiperspirants, suntan lotions, lipsticks and hair care products. Workers who make these products that contain propylene glycol are required to wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles. In the United States this chemical is listed as a skin and eye irritant. It is also considered to be a possible carcinogen because it is known to cause both liver and kidney damage.
7. Retinyl Palmitate. This is a topical form of Vitamin A. In Canada this product is listed as a toxin.
8. Sodium Lauryl (Laureth) Sulfate. This is often referred to as SLS or SLES. SLS was originally used as an industrial garage floor cleaner. However, it can now be found in several inexpensive shampoos, toothpastes, bubble baths and lotions. You may not be aware that SLS is irritating, causes skin irritations, itchiness, cracking, dandruff and infections in children who use bubble bath with this in it. Even animals have been damaged by SLS. Whenever this is mixed with other common chemicals that are found in cosmetics it will create nitrates in your body before it ultimately produces carcinogens.
9. Polyethylene Glycol. Polyethylene Glycol is often shortened to PEG. It is used to dissolve oil and grease. While this chemical is normally found in spray-on oven cleaners, you should also know that it can also be found in many hair care and skin care products. In personal care products, it is also used as a thickener. However, when this chemical reaches your skin, they strip the natural moisture from your skin, leaving your skin and your immune system vulnerable. It is also possible that PEG can cause cancer.
10. DEA (Diethanolamine), MEA (Monoethanolamine) and TEA (Triethanolamine). You will find these chemicals in bubble baths, shampoos, soaps and facial cleansers. Unfortunately, your skin can easily absorb these chemicals. They are essentially hormone-disrupting chemicals that can also form cancer agents. You should know that research has been conducted that indicates that there is a strong link to both liver and kidney cancer.
11. Imidazolidinyl Urea ( IU) and Diazolidinyl Urea (DU). These are very common chemicals that are found in cosmetic preservatives. They are also found in baby shampoos, lotions and creams. These chemicals are known to cause eczema symptoms, dermatitis, joint pain, allergies, depression, headaches, chest pain, ear infections, chronic fatigue, dizziness, loss of sleep, weakening of the immune system and cancer.
12. Isopropyl Alcohol. It is derived from petroleum. It is used in antifreeze and shellac. It is also used in hair color rinses, body rubs, hand lotion and aftershave lotions. The side effects from using these personal care products include headache, dizziness, depression, nausea, vomiting and in some cases you could also go into a coma. When isopropyl alcohol penetrates your skin, it can destroy your intestinal flora, thus leaving the major organs in your body open to parasites and cancers.
Manufacturers of personal care products say that the synthetic ingredients are in safe proportions and therefore can hardly cause any harm or impact. Also, it is hard to prove that eczema or other allergic symptoms stem from the absorption of these ingredients. Some researchers believe otherwise. They argue that low exposure over a period of time can cause a toxic build up that can eventually produce side effects. They argue that cancer or a reaction does not develop overnight.
Of course, the above list is by no means exhaustive. There are other chemicals contained in personal care products that you may be sensitive to. If you have eczema prone skin, it is in your best interest to minimize the use of these type of products. Doctors and researchers are only starting to realize what the long-term effects of these ingredients will be. We can also do our part by demanding safer personal care products once we become aware about the harmful effects of the synthetic ingredients contained within.
Skin Boils
What are skin boils?
Boils, or skin abscesses, are localized infections deep in the skin. The center of the boil becomes filled with white blood cells, bacteria, and proteins known as “pus.” Different causes of skin boils create different types of boils.
There are four main kinds of boils:
Furuncle or carbuncle. This type of skin abscess is caused by a bacterium called Staphylococcus aurus. It is often accompanied by fever or chills.
Cystic acne. This type of boil occurs when oils ducts become clogged and infected. It is most common on the face. It is particularly common in adolescents.
Hidradenitis suppurativa. With this condition, multiple skin boils form in the armpits or groin due to infected sweat glands. Antibiotics are usually not effective and a surgical procedure to remove the sweat glands is usually required.
Pilonidal cysts. These skin boils usually form in the crease of the buttocks. They begin as tiny infections of the hair follicles. The irritation from the direct pressure of sitting causes the inflammation to grow. These boils often form after long trips when one has been sitting for prolonged periods of time.
There are other kinds of skin boils, but these are the most common types.
Causes of skin boils
Common causes of skin boils include bacteria that can enter the skin if a foreign object such as a splinter becomes lodged in the skin, ingrown hairs, clogged hair follicles, clogged oil ducts, and clogged sweat glands.
Prevention
Skin boils can often be prevented. If you get a splinter of other foreign objected under your skin, remove it with tweezers. If you cannot grasp the object with tweezers, try gently squeezing the skin and pushing the object toward the surface of the skin. If you are unable to remove the object, see a doctor. Do not leave the foreign object under your skin, as you will likely develop an infection.
If you have ingrown hairs, try applying hot, moist compresses to the area. Then use tweezers and try to gently free the hair from the skin. Be careful not to break the skin, however. Don’t worry if you are unable to free the hair; most ingrown hairs will heal on their own.
To prevent cystic acne, wash the face twice a day with mild soap and water. If you are prone to acne, use a gentle cleanser designed to prevent acne. Wear minimal makeup, as cosmetics can clog the oil ducts and lead to acne and boils.
Boil Treatment
Skin boils can often be treated at home with hot soaks or hot packs. Boil treatment should begin as soon as the boil is formed for best results. Heat application increases circulation and brings antibodies and white blood cells (which help fight infection) to the surface of the skin.
Sometimes the appropriate boil treatment depends upon the cause of skin boils. Boils caused by an infection are often treated with antibiotics. In other cases, a doctor will have to surgically open the boil to drain the pus. If this is the case, make sure to follow the doctor’s instructions about how to care for the site afterward in order to prevent further infection. Don’t try to squeeze or poke boils to drain them on your own. That can cause the infection to spread and worsen.
As mentioned earlier, hidradenitis suppurativa boils do not always respond to antibiotics and sometimes sweat glands must be surgically removed.
If you have skin boils that do not respond to home treatment such as hot soaks, see your doctor to find out the cause of skin boils and be properly treated.
Why Do People Get Oily Skin
In an area just below the surface,there are natural sebaceous glands. These are small and many in number. These glands make an oily substance called sedum. This natural oil performs the function of keeping the surface smooth and supple. So how does this work?Well tiny pores allow the sedum to come to the surface. Hairs also grow through these small cavities,which is how nature intended it to be.
The real cause and why it occurs. The cause lies in the over capacity of the glands. These sebaceous glands secrete or make the oily substance leak out onto the surface. Here lies the real problem. People who are especially sensitive to normal blood levels of a hormone called testosterone. This is normally found in both sexes. These people are most likely to be susceptible to a breakout occurring. The sebaceous glands react to the testosterone,causing the excretion of the oily substances,which in turn leads to the breakout's occurring or at least the person is much more prone to developing an attack of spots.
People prone to breakouts and sudden appearance of the dreaded colored domes may want to learn a little more about hormone and how it is created. The testosterone triggers those sebaceous glands to give out or produce to much sedum. To make the situation worse,the dead skin cells lining the openings of the hair follicles are not shed properly and lead to the clogging of hair follicles. The hair follicles are the tubes that hold the hair in the normal fashion. These both conspire to cause a build up of the oily substance in the hair follicle. The result is blockheads and the various other indicators common to an attack.
Some people may be lucky and not require acne treatment at all. the symptoms do not develop or progressing any further than this.
Unfortunate for some people,a build up of the oily substance in hair follicles,is an environment ideal for a certain bacterium. This bacterium is called Propionibacterium ances. The oily substances present, encourage it to grow. Typically the affected areas are the surface of the face,the back,sometimes neck,even the chest. Additional areas are the arms and depending on the natural make up of the person affected, the severity of the condition can vary. People of all colors and complexions can be affected. The processes that cause pimples are exactly the same in people with black or brown, dark,even yellow types. The impact is altered by pigmentation or coloring at the surface of the skin. This medical condition is quite natural and very common and affects about 8 in 10 people between the ages of 11-30 at some time.
New Discovery About Common Skin Disorders And What You Can Do About Them
Skin disorders can include acne, melasma, freckles, age spot, and many times are nothing more serious than something that looks bad. Of course in case like severe acne there may not be anything worse, especially to a teenager. Let's take a look at these common skin disorders and how they can be treated if they need to be.
Melasma
Melasma is a condition in which pigmentation of the cheeks of the face darkens into tan or brown patches. It is also know as Chloasma. Although it can affect anyone, melasma is particularly common in women.
Nearly 50% of all pregnant women and those who are taking oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy medications will get Melasma. Affected areas are those that are usually exposed to the sun, therefore the most common treatments include wearing sun block, bleach, and then just giving it time to go away.
Freckles
Freckles are small tan spots of melanin on the skin of people with fair complexions. Freckles are not a skin disorder. In dermatology, the synonym ephelides is used to designate freckles. You see freckles more often in children or in people with red hair and complexion.
Age Spots
Age spots are also known as liver spots and begin to show up in people over the age of 40. They are most noticeable on the hands, shoulders, forehead, face, and arms. In most cases, age spots pose no threat and no treatment is necessary. Depending on how bad they look some people will elect to have them removed with laser surgery.
Acne
Acne is the most common skin disorder and is usually found on teenagers. It is normal for adults to have acne at some point in their lives. The most common form of acne is known as "acne vulgaris", meaning "common acne."
This is the type of acne teenagers get and we know it as pimples or zits. They are also referred to as blackheads or whiteheads.
Pimples are found mainly on the face, shoulders, back, chest and upper arms. This is the specific part of the body that is troublesome and it is called the "T" zone. Pimples are infections that grow when whiteheads split the follicle wall.
After the split, solidified sebum, dead cells, and bacteria enter the skin. The red blemishes on the face, chest and back are caused by the aforementioned dead cells and bacteria that invade your skin layers.
Acne is thought to be caused by one or more of these things.
- Hormonal activity, such as menstrual cycles and puberty
- Stress, through increased output of hormones from the adrenal (stress) glands.
- Hyperactive sebaceous glands, secondary to the three hormone sources above.
- Accumulation of dead skin cells.
- Bacteria in the pores, to which the body becomes 'allergic'.
- Skin irritation or scratching of any sort will activate inflammation.
- Use of anabolic steroids.
- Any medication containing halogens (iodides, chlorides, bromides), lithium, barbiturates, or androgens.
- Exposure to high levels of chlorine compound can cause severe, long-lasting acne, known as Chloracne.
Let's take a look at acne control and acne treatment once you have your acne under control. First of all in most teenagers acne clears up naturally with little scarring.
This may help put your mind at ease if you have acne.
- Pimples will clear up over time.
- They are not infectious.
- Do not worry about how they look. If you are not self conscious most people you are around will not be either.
A common question that comes up when you get a pimple is should you pop it. Professionals in the medical field do not agree on the practice of popping zits. Some say that popping zits will not scar you, but others believe it is a large contributor to more infections and increased tissue damage. Either way the decision to get rid of them should be done with care and knowledge.
One thing that you can do to help yourself is put more nutrients in your body. Other than vitamin E and B Complex, there are some other nutrients and minerals which are important in the prevention and cure of acne.
These include Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, vitamin A and essential fatty acids. These all have properties which help in keeping skin healthy and preventing acne formation by strengthening the immune system.
Another thing you can do to control acne and to treat it is us Benzoyl Peroxide. This is one of the top five recommended treatments for mild acne, including whiteheads and blackheads. While acne is not curable, it is 100% treatable with Benzoyl Peroxide.
We have looked at Melasma, age spots, freckles, and acne as they relate to skin disorders. There is a very good chance that at some point in your life you will experience one or more of these different things on your skin.
Except in rare cases it is normal and not anything you have to worry about. You can do things yourself to treat your problems or if you feel you should go and see your doctor for his advice.
Summary: Skin disorders can include acne, melasma, freckles, age spot, and many times are nothing more serious than something that looks bad. Let's take a look at these common skin disorders and how they can be treated if they need to be.
Aging - How Much Does the Mind Have To Do With It
What is the most important factor in slowing the aging process? I believe that it is our mind.We mist keep our mind sharp, the sharper the better. We need to exercise and ingest good nutrition, no doubt. But, in order to do everything we need to do, we must process it through our brain. Having the proper frame of mind is essential. Our attitude, our habits, the company we keep, these are all a big part of the aging or anti-aging process.
In this day, in history, an attitude of positive belief affecting our lives. Now, this is not new, but it is being expressed a lot more these days. The law of attraction is responsible for where we are right now. We are exactly where we are because of everything we thought and did to this moment in time. We attract like unto ourselves. We attract everything that comes into our life. This includes our our present state of our physical and mental health. We must, properly care for our bodies. this all really starts in the mind, and having a good attitude. Read. Read about something new, something you are interest in or something you are not familiar with. Do something new and different. Did you know that when you do something out of your ordinary lifestyle, You brain becomes more active. New neuronal pathways are formed in the brain. The brain is stimulated and new part of your brain is used.
As we use our new brain power, we can help our bodies as well. Use your mind to help regenerate your body. Some of our mind expansion should be in regards to our health and slowing down the aging process. Read and study ways to keep yourself younger. Red it. Study it. Understand it. Believe it. Perform new physical exercises. Whether it be stretching, yoga, weight training, riding and exercise biking or just taking a walk. Something new and different, just do it. You will get the blood in your body moving faster.Your blood will clean out toxins, toxins that may you age.
Good nutrition is vital to slowing down the aging process. Read about it. Keep your mind fresh as you fuel your body. Understand why you should eat less red meal and more fish. Read some materials about vitamins, minerals, and herbals. Discover which ones will help slow down the aging process. Besides eating well, you should take nutritional supplements. There are B-vitamins for your nervous system. Antioxidants,such as Vitamin-E, Vitamin-C, selenium, alpha-lipoic acid, and co enzyme Q-10 are major factors in fighting and aging body. There are herbal products, gingko bilabo for the brain,grape seed extract and green tea for strengthening your arteries, and many, many more.
More new compounds are being discovered all the time. Well, they are not being discovered - they were always there. We are just finding out about them. For instance, there is a village in Japan, where 85year olds and older make up 10% of it's population ( this is about 10 times higher than the average in the good old USA ). Also, the villages have smooth wrinkle-free skin into their 70's. A Japanese pharmaceutical company studied the diet there. A starchy vegetable is a mainstay in the diet. It happens to full of hyaluronic acid. Now, hyaluronic acid is present everywhere in out bodies. It helps cushion our joints. It is in high concentrations in our eyes. It helps keep skin smooth and younger looking. Now that is some interesting reading. There are tons of good stories out there. Stimulate your mind. Fuel your body with good nutrition. Exercise your body and get sufficient rest. Have a long,healthy, happy life.
Immune Stimulant - For Health & Longevity Choose Rosemary Oil
Strengthen your immune system with Rosemary essential oil; one of the best oils to choose for health and longevity. Here’s why, along with the methods of application I recommend and other essential oils to choose for making a powerful immune stimulant blend.
ROSEMARY ( Rosmarinus Officinalis ct. cineole ) - A fresh, clean, powerful and herbaceous aroma that's reminiscent of Eucalyptus. Rosemary cineole's fragrance is strongly penetrating to the senses.
A strong antiviral Rosemary cineole is known to stimulate the immune system and is excellent for treating colds and flu.
Rosemary's antiseptic and anti-infectious properties are supportive to a healthy functioning immune system.
Rosemary oil disinfects the respiratory system and sinus passages and stimulates blood circulation. Rosemary cineole has a clearing and energizing effect when inhaled and is helpful for treating respiratory conditions.
Rosemary has been used traditionally as a universal healing herb and it was a chief ingredient in medicines made by the alchemists and early scientists like Paracelsus.
Philosopher-healers of the Renaissance period regarded Rosemary highly and praised its curative benefits in treating liver, heart, brain and eye disorders.
Rosemary relieves blockage and stagnation and is known to fortify and protect the liver and heart and to enhance their function; promotes healthy function of the liver and gall bladder.
Recommended by many authorities for its cell regenerating powers Rosemary is excellent for physical recovery of one's energy after an illness. Use Rosemary to restore, strengthen and balance the nervous system.
METHODS OF APPLICATION:
1) DIRECT INHALATION is the method used most in Germany and the one I primarily uses for best therapeutic results.
PLEASE NOTE: Stimulating circulation of your blood, lymph and nerve flow through rhythmic breathing in conjunction with inhalation of aromatic oils enhances their delivery into your system!
FOR OPTIMAL RESULTS FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS - Dispense 1-3 drops of oil onto a cotton ball or a tissue. Slowly introduce the oil into your system by breathing them in for 30-60 seconds. Close your eyes and inhale. Breathe in slowly and pause briefly on your inhaled breath. Then slowly exhale, letting go of any tension. Repeat this slow, rhythmic breathing five more times. Allow yourself to relax for a moment into a feeling of well-being.
Aromatic oils stimulate your olfactory nerves which send a signal to your brain's neuro-receptors, triggering numerous electro-chemical responses.
Through cellular respiration, or breathing, aromatic vapors enter the lungs for immediate release into the blood stream for distribution to every cell in your body. Research shows that essential oils will remain in your bloodstream for up to 4-6 hours.
2) AROMATIC MIST - Use as a room spray and deodorizer. DIRECTIONS - To 4 ounces of distilled water add 80-120 drops of your essential oil, shake well and spray
IMMUNE STIMULANT BLEND: Lemon, Eucalyptus, Thyme, Tea Tree, Lavender, Cinnamon Leaf and Bark, Ravensara, Clove
PLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic copies of aromatic oils, but these are not recommended for therapeutic use. For best results purchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find. Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have been tested and are pesticide free.
Holistic MindBody Therapy, including pure essential oils, are gentle, noninvasive complementary forms of health care for balancing and synchronizing your body, mind and spirit and a natural, safe and effective way to enhance your health and well-being. Holistic health care may produce satisfying results where other methods have failed. Please consult with your physician regarding serious health concerns and do not attempt to self diagnose.
KG has developed massage training and holistic health programs for the spa industry, health clubs and clinics, schools, resorts, as well as for individual clients. She is a MindBody Therapist and Health Educator with advanced certification and training in Bowen Therapy, BodyTalk and Aromatherapy. She is the owner of Springhill Wellness Center and the Founder & Director of PurePlant Essentials aromatherapy products.
Did You Hear The One About the 77 Year Old Body Building Grandma?
It's pretty hard to be fit over 40, isn't it?
Or is it?
Well, have you heard about Kelly Nelson or Morjorie Newlin...two body building grandmas?
Read on and learn about Kelly and Morjorie and what each chose to do with "the rest of her life".
People will give you all kinds of reasons for being out of shape, not exercising, or both. Sometimes it's, "I don't have the time" or "I don't feel like it" or "That's just a waste of time". Sometimes these are real sentiments and beliefs, but, upon occasion, they are masks for, "I'm too old to get fit".
Kelly Nelson began weight lifting in 1980, or more specifically, training with weights, at age 53. Up until that point in her life, there had been nothing athletic about her existence. Her mission was simple. She thought the backs of her arms needed some work.
As she found out, they needed a "workout".
She began working out on her own at home, and, when she saw what weight lifting, or more properly, "weight training", could do for the backs of her arms, which she was surprised to learn were called "triceps", she figured maybe this weight lifting stuff could work for the rest of her.
So, this 53 year old non-athlete, began a regular exercise program.
About 6 months later, she convinced her daughter, Colleen Fisher, who is about 30 years younger, to begin training with her, and eventually Colleen began winning body building competitions.
In 1983, after 3 years of training, and never having trained in a real gym, Kelly competed in her first body building competition. She won that competition and never looked back. She has been competing, and training, since.
Is it possible that this body building grandma may be the oldest female body builder around? We will see.
Both mother and daughter have accepting the lifestyle of body building and weight training as the way they wish to live. That may be a bit much for some people, but they certainly serve as role models for what the over-40 crowd can do. At one time, Kelly regularly rode a bicycle to and from the gym where she trained, 10 miles each way, proving again that fitness after 50 is not an impossible dream.
Kelly Nelson has been quoted as saying, "Aging is a disease- and I don't have it. Nor do I intend to get it!" If the photos taken of her in her late 70's wearing a bikini and flexin' up a storm are any indication, she hasn't gotten it yet.
Kelly Nelson, the 77 year old body building grandma, has come a long way since beginning the fitness lifestyle while a housewife in the 80's. Since then she has won numerous body building championships and now, with her daughter, markets her own line of fitness training videos.
As my wife and daughters like to say, "You go, girl!"
I haven't had a chance yet to tell you about 86 year old Morjorie Newlin, and her numerous awards from her thirteen years of body building competitions. Did I say Kelly Nelson was still competing in her 70's? Well, Morjorie Newlin BEGAN TRAINING at age 72.
What got her upset enough to begin a body building career that has taken her to competitions in Italy, France, and Germany and helped her furnish a room with her awards? She could no longer lift the 50 pound bags of kitty litter she needed to take care of her cat! Two years later, she won her first body building competition.
Now, let's see. At age 53, Kelly Nelson began weight lifting because she didn't like the looks of the backs of her arms. At age 72, Morjorie Newlin decided she wanted to be independent enough to take care of her cat. From such simple starts, each body building grandma gained fame and recognition for deciding that is IS possible to do what most people feel is impossible for them.
They have also proven that women in their 70's and 80's CAN look HOT in a string bikini. How's that for busting up a stereotype?
Even more, they proved that age does not always have the last word on how a person shall live that portion of their lives that has been called the "golden years".
Or, as Morjorie put it, "I want to be as independent as I can be, for as long as I can,"
Looks like if her 80's are an example, her 90's are really going to be fun!
Oh! I'm sorry!
What were you were telling me about how impossible it is for YOU to be fit over 40?
Acne and Acne Scars
There are different types of acne, and each can leave different types of scars, defined by tissue response to inflammation. They are scars caused by tissue formation, and scars caused by loss of tissue. The most common type is Acne Vulgaris which is also known as Acne Simplex. Other types of Acne include Acne Cosmetica, Acne Excriee, Cystic Acne and Occupational Acne.
Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). Acne lesions are commonly referred to as pimples, spots, plukes or zits. This type of acne is common in youth, appearing from those range from 12 to 20 years olds and lasting from 5 to 10 years if untreated.
Acne cosmetica refers to acne caused by the use of cosmetics. The mechanism was presumably a chemically induced plugging of the pilosebaceous orifice. This was a significant problem for dermatologists, but with the improved formulations produced by cosmetic chemists over the past thirty years, this is now a relatively rare.
Acne Excoriee is usually found in young girls, beginning in adolescence years. Girls may find pimples and start scratching at it viciously. The skin got damaged by the fingernails and is not able to heal due to the persistent scratching, which leaves a broad, shallow scars.
Cystic acne is one of the most severe forms of acne. Nodules form under the skin, then later harden into painful cysts. This type of acne requires medical attention, and usually persists for long period of times, often weeks or even months.
Occupational acne is a localized form of acne caused by the exposure of the skin to chemicals and irritant substances found in the workplace. Occupational acne has fallen in recent years due to better Health and Safety legislations and improved industrial working practices.
Understanding the key aspects of what acne is and their causes, will place acne sufferers to more complex issues relating to acne care and to make important decisions about acne treatments.
Laser Acne Treatment - Acne Treatments - Treatments for Acne What You Need to Know
The resurfacing of the skin has become widely popular since the ungodly feeling of dermabrasion is also used as an alternative. Some lasers have also made significant results against the fight against acne also. The laser treatments only works by stimulating the growth of the collagen beneath the scarred tissue. There are simply two main types of a laser and laser treatment.
Ablative lasers and treatment
Ablative is the stronger of the two lasers that will successfully remove the outer layer of the skin that will hopefully remove any scarred skin tissue and successfully help the collagen to grow. Although, further scarring of the skin tissue is very likely and there is still the risk of an infection of the wounds. This type of laser treatment is more popular due to a lower risk.
Non ablative lasers and treatments
The non ablative laser will target the collagen far beneath the skin tissue to promote collagen growth without continuing to damage the surface of the skin. These types of lasers are highly effective for far less severe scarring. The three types of non ablative lasers are infrared lasers, N-Lite lasers and sprinkling lasers.
Infrared lasers are great for scar removal and are good for mostly all skin types since the skins pigment is hardly absorbed by the the skins pigment, melanin. Light heats the collagen to successfully promote tightening of the skin tissue while the skin is actively cooled to avoid any damage.
The N-lite laser is another non-ablative laser treatment method that is used to continue and trigger collagen growth. The side effects of this laser treatment are only short term unlike isotretinoin or any long term medications or prescription treatments.
The N-Lite laser has also been used as a find line and wrinkle removal solution.
The Sprinkling laser treatment method is one of the most recent of the laser treatments. This method has a similar goal of producing collagen and the sprinkling laser shoots a small cluster of beams burning in dot like patterns. Then the growing collagen will in turn fill the spaces between the dots.
The skin will successfully heal a lot quicker and has a lesser chance of injury.
Tips for Ridding Yourself of Acne
Acne is a skin disorder believed to affect more than 85% of the population. While there is no definite answer as to why we get acne many experts say it is due to hormones, diet, and stress. Today we are not just seeing acne in young pubescent individuals but in adults as well.
Acne is generally divided into four different groups.
Type 1 consists mainly of comedones with an occasional small inflamed papule but without scarring. A comedone is defined as a plug of sebaceous and dead skin material stuck in the opening of a hair follicle. If the follicle is open it is called a blackhead, if it is closed or almost closed it is called a white head.
Type 2 consists of comedones as well but also more numerous papules occurring mainly on the face. With type 2 acne there is usually mild scarring.
Type 3 acne consists of numerous comedones and papules. It usually spreads to the back, chest and shoulder and is sometimes accompanied by a cyst or nodule. With type 3 acne there is generally moderate scarring.
Type 4 acne consists of cysts invading not only the face, but neck and upper trunk as well. With type 4 there is severe scarring.
Experts can not predict which treatment will work best for which type of acne but all of them agree that cleaning your skin with a gentle cleanser morning and night will help. There are oral prescription medications available today but you may be affected by serious side effects not to mention the expense. Another alternative that seems to be having pretty good results is all-natural oral antioxidants. These are a lot less expensive than other treatments and are available without a prescription.
Secret Acne Cure Regimen Guidelines - Acne Cure and Acne Treatement - Most Fail at Treating Acne
What is a regimen? How do I get started? These are questions I hear most frequently. Well it is a secret acne cure that is a basic three step process that is combination of using inexpensive products you can buy over th counter. Most people have already experimented with over the counter products but without much success. This is when the informed people succeed and the non informed fail. It is simple while the over the counter products themselves are very important the quantity used is equally important. Also very vital to success is reducing the irritation of the skin. So when you apply the products apply them gently and leave your skin untouched the rest of the day.
So lets get started all you will need is a mild cleanser and plenty of 2.5% benzoyl peroxide and a really great moisturizer go's a long way. Once you have all of the products, you will need to follow step-by-step instructions. This process is simple but incredibly effective.
This is how the process of the Regimen Works.
Step one you will need to gently wash your face. A simple gentle face wash will prepare your skin for when benzoyl peroxide is applied. Doing this is removing surface oils that will allow the benzoyl peroxide to penetrate the skin a lot easier. Washing the skin very gently will help you to avoid irritation. While most scientists and doctors do not claim to know exactly what the causes of acne are, most know that irritation by itself can make the acne a lot worse.
Step two get your 2.5% benzoyl peroxide ready. Benzoyl peroxide seems to oxygenate the skin really well. Acne and bacteria can not survive in highly oxygenated environments. Benzoyl peroxide also causes drying and peeling which research has shown to help keep the pores from clogging. With in the regimen I suggested that you will need to be using 2.5% benzoyl peroxide because research has shown it is just as effective as 5% and 10% benzoyl peroxide but causes less irritation. So keep in mind that irritation can and will aggravate your acne. I have found that using 2.5% benzoyl peroxide is extremely effective in the fight against acne. Why should you apply a lot? Research has not found any conclusive results showing why using a lot of 2.5% benzoyl peroxide is so effective although thousands of others have had great success using this regimen. The theory is simple when you are applying more peroxide we believe it allows it to penetrate deeply into the skin tissue.
Step three consists of a great moisturizer because you will be using 2.5% benzoyl peroxide, most peoples skin will become dry and flaky. When you apply a good moisturizer this will help you keep your skin tissue in line and allow you to have appearance of non flaky skin.
These are just the guide lines of the step by step process and not the actual steps themselves.
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