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Cream For Skin

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:00:33 +0000

In order to maintain our skin supple, soft, beautiful and healthy we need to use cosmetic creams. Along with knowing your skin type and what types of creams you should be using for your skin it is essential to know how to apply the creams correctly. All the different parts of our bodies require different attention and methods for applying the creams (whether its for moisturixing, reducing wrinkles or lifting the skin)

Let's take a look at how we should be applying our lotions and creams:

After taking a shower:

Always start applying moisturizing cream from your feet working your way up to your neck using circular motions.

Face Creams:

Any moisturizing, anti-aging or skin nourishing creams need to be applied with your flat hand using the palms of your hands, spreading the creams over your face covering the cheekbones, chin and your forehead.

Face Serums:

Apply face serums at least once a week as they are very important when it comes to sealing the skin hydrating benefits from the toner deep into your skin. Apply the serum after the toner and allow your skin to full absorb it before you add your moisturizer.

Eye Creams:

The skin around your eyes is super sensitive and it is essential that you take good care of it tomaintain it in a good condition.When you apply cream to this area always use your ring finger. When applying cream to your eyelida in oreder to avoid eyelid sagging it is essential to start from the bottom of your eye lid and move your way up until you reach your brow bone.

Apply moisturizing creams over your body to keep skin supple, smooth and preserve elasticity.

Neck and Chest Creams:

The neck and chest area of your body has poor sebaceous glands and not enough muscular support as the rest of your body so it need special care to avoid wrinkle rings around this neck and cheat part. Apply the same creams that you do for your face in this area. Use circular motions starting from the neck and moving your way up, never apply the cream using a horizontal motion. Try not to pull your chin down to stopsagging in this area of your body. If you have started to notice wrinkles forming in this part of your body, immediately start applying skin nourishing creams day and night to help keep skin toned and smooth.

Slimming Gels and Anti-Cellulite Creams:

Always apply these gels and creams following a hot shower. Work the cream into the skin in circular motions, let it dry for a few minutes before putting clothes on.

Body Oils:

Body oils are a superb way of keeping out skin elastic and soft and preventing dryness. After a shower apply some oil between your hands and rub it all over your body. use a clean towel to pat your skin dry and you will immediately notice how soft your skin is.

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Anti Aging Products with Vitamin C

admin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:18:02 +0000

Vitamin C is among the most popular skincare substances. All of the skin rejuvenation/anti- wrinkle products using vitamin C can be overwhelming. Will they work? Do their statements possess substance? Things are somewhat complex. On one side, vitamin C does have concrete, clinically validated benefits for wrinkle removal and skin rejuvenation. Over the other side, numerous vitamin C products fail.

Possibly, ascorbic acid will manage to benefit skin in two essential paths. First of all, vitamin C is crucial for the creation of collagen, an integral architectural protein of your skin. Contributing vitamin C to a culture of skin cells(fibroblasts) significantly boosts the synthesis of collagen. Subsequently, vitamin C is an anti-oxidant allowing it to both help in reducing skin deterioration brought on by free radicals. Therefore, if vitamin C is correctly introduced into skin cells, there's an excellent possible opportunity to lessen wrinkles and enhance skin texture.

You will find, nonetheless, many complicating conditions frequently disregarded by manufacturing businesses. Foremost, vitamin C can be very volatile(save for it is in a dry version) . In the presence of air or even additional oxidizing agents, vitamin C is effortlessly transformed to oxidized modes. The oxidized ascorbic acid isn't just unable to enhancing collagen synthesis or scavenging free radicals but could basically encourage free radical development leading to damage to essential molecules like proteins and DNA. Within badly prepared or badly stored skin care products, ascorbic acid could already be oxidized by the time one apply it to your skin. Further, just really concentrated formulations(10% or more) convey sufficient vitamin C for the cells to be topically useful.

Several skin care companies provide fully concentrated stabilized ascorbic acid products, that (in theory) should be routinely effective. Still, these products tend to be very costly. In addition, even stabilized vitamin C items could be at any rate fairly oxidized by the time they are being used. If vitamin C oxidizes, it ultimately gets a yellowish hue suggesting an progressive phase of oxidation. Oddly enough, several manufacturers include coloring to their ascorbic acid goods, during which matter it gets difficult to observe progressed vitamin C oxidation. Whichever the reasons for adding colors could be, we suggest evading vitamin C goods which are not colorless or white. Regrettably, the lack of a hue doesn't, alone, ensure no oxidation since the primary product of vitamin C oxidation (dehydroascorbic acid) is colorless. Just additional oxidation creates a detectable golden tint. So, while choosing a vitamin C cream it is necessary to select a reliable supply and be aware concerning the expiration date and correct storage.

Should you be prepared to invest some additional moment, it is possible to effortlessly create a vitamin C gel or serum by yourself. Doing this you guarantee both freshness and potency- let alone significant price discounts.

If using an best formulation, not necessarily everybody will respond to vitamin C remedies. Around 50% of individuals demonstrate detectable benefits. The odds are enhanced if ascorbic acid is included a complete routine to reconstruct collagen in your skin. As well, those who don't answer regular ascorbic acid goods might respond to its derivatives, like magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, ascorbyl palmitate many others. Most vitamin C counterparts not just increase collagen synthesis but in addition tend to be stable and not as irritating.

Lastly, remember that having too much vitamin C ingested orally is of little or no benefit in lessening wrinkles as you just can't get a high enough concentration of it in the skin to boost collagen production.

Recommended Vitamin C products

The products below are recommended as the best type of vitamin C for your skin. As you can see, you do not have to spend much to gain the anti-wrinkle benefit given by these creams. Click on the image to see more information about each product.

Obagi System Professional C 20 Vitamin C Serum 1 oz Ounces Bottle SEALED Pro C
US $55.99

AVON ANEW CLEARLY C 10 VITAMIN C SERUM 1 FL OZ NOS WITH BOX
US $10.50

New Mario Badescu Vitamin C Serum Sample Size
US $2.99

Care and Beauty Dead Sea Aging Products Anti Wrinkle Vitamin C Serum
US $15.99

ReVive Arrete Booster Vitamin C Serum FULL SIZE NEW IN BOX Retail $300
US $200.00

MARIO BADESCU VITAMIN C SERUM 10 OZ
US $32.99

Vitamin C Serum 25 High Potency comp to cellex c
US $18.86

MD Skincare Hydra Pure Vitamin C Serum
US $45.00

lot of 20x1oz vitamin c gel skincare
US $20.00

3 pieces] ETUDE HOUSE Vitamin C Gel Mask
US $22.00

ETUDEHOUSE] ETUDE HOUSE Vitamin C Gel Mask
US $7.70

Obagi System Professional C 15 Vitamin C Serum 1 oz Ounces Bottle SEALED Pro C
US $48.29

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The Best 10 Anti-Aging Foods for Your Skin

Cleansers and Skin Types

admin — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 05:49:06 +0000

Plants in nature are perfect for providing excellent skincare, with the right food products from your local supermarkets you can cleanse you skin just as well and for a much cheaper price than store bought cleansers. The great benefits come from the fact that you can be sure there are no harsh unnatural chemicals.

Cleansers are used to wash away pollution, makeup and the days accumulation of grime and dirt from your face. Cleansing is also necessary to help remove and avoid the build up of blackheads, dead skin cells and to help clean pores. If you leave your skin unclean it becomes a perfect breeding ground for pimples and breakouts as oil glands on the skin are clogged up with cellular waste and dirt. Read on for the different variety of natural cleansers available for washing both your face and body.

Oil Based Cleansers

Believe it or not but oil is most effective in helping dissolve and remove impurities on the skin, for centuries women have been cleansing their skin with nut oil on vegetable oils.

If you have mature or dry skin use macadamia nut or olive oil. Use the heavier oils.
If you have oily or combination skin use apricot kernel, sweet almond oil or jojoba oil which is has the effect of balancing out sebum production on oily skin. Stick to lighter oils.
You are probably thinking that if you have oily skin the last thing you want to do is add more oil to it but actually it is alright! Sebum production is balanced when you feed oil to your skin by tricking your skin into believing it has produced enough oil and will stop producing anymore.

Technique: While you skin is still damp massage the oil into the skin with your hands. Immerse a cloth in water 3 times and use it to completely remove oil from face.

Milk Based Cleansers:

Yogurt and milk make great skin cleansers. They contain many lipids, acids and enzymes that help remove and dissolve dead skin cells, help prevent blackheads and smooth out the skin in general.

For dry skin or mature skin use soy milk, full cream milk or cream.
If you have oily skin use yogurt or skim milk
If you have sensitive skin use goats milk.

Technique: Add milk product of choice to a bit of fine oatmeal and massage over face rinsing thoroughly.

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Tips for Great Natural Makeup – Foundation

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 23:50:20 +0000

Here are some basic skin care tips for prepping your face before you apply your foundation for beauty makeup that is natural. Please add any tips you know for applying great natural looking foundation in the comments section below!

The Basics

Protect your face from the sun. Sun damage is the worst for skin, always use sunscreen.
Always drink lots of water, beauty comes from the inside! Keep your skin well hydrated.
Mascaras and lipsticks go off after 6 months, be sure to discard these after that time period.
Use a good exfoliator for removing dry skin to create a smooth and clear complexion for applying your foundation and makeup.
Never use heavy makeup in the places where there are fine lines such as around the mouth and under the eyes.
Emphasize the positive features on your face.

Foundation

Before you apply your foundation, it is a good idea to spritz your face with an essential oil spray which not only makes you smell nice but it has a calming effect on your nervous system. You can make your own by mixing 5 mls of pure rose or lavender oil with mineral water in a spray bottle.
Use a makeup primer on your face. Alternatively you can use moisturizer on your face first, especially if your skin is dry. If you have oily skin be sure to use an oil-free moisturizer.
When you buy your foundation to get the exact match always test it on your face and not the back of your hands. Take a small mirror with you and before you purchase the foundation go outside and check how the foundation looks on your skin in natural light.
Use a good quality sponge or brush to apply your foundation.
Mineral makeup is the latest in foundation technology, it is sheer and light. The way mineral foundation works is by layering. Start with a thin sheer cover and keep layering in places that you want more pigment to get a more opaque look and fuller coverage.

Concealer

Be sparing with your use of concealer if you use too much you can make your face look pasty. To cover up blemishes or dark circles grab a flat makeup brush and moisten it, dab the brush on your concealer and then gently and lightly dab the area on your face with the brush. Once that is dry set it with powder.
A green cover stick is great to use for those who have broken capillaries or ruddy complexions. Another trick is to dab a small amount of witch hazel toner on the broken capillaries to temporarily reduce the redness.
If you have freckles try not to use concealer on them as this can make your face look dull and mask like. Opt for a sheer foundation which lets the freckles show through and looks natural.

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Homemade Facial Moisturiser for Oily Skin

admin — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:57:02 +0000

Home made Facial Moisturizer that is great for oily complexions.

This moisturixer is great for balancing out oily skin and can also be used as a very light night cream. With this moisturizer do not massage it onto the skin, just apply gently to the face and neck.

You will need:

4 1/2 tbsp of almond oil
canola or safflower oil
1 oz (30g) of cocoa butter
1 drop of camphor
3 tbsp of basil tea or rosemary
3 drops of lavender essential oil
2 drops of bergamot

Directions:

Melt the cocoa butter in a saucepan and add the almond oil and safflower/canola oil.
Remove mixture from the heat and with a dropper add the basil tea or rosemary one drop at a time while stirring very slowly.
Let the mixture cool off before applying the essential oils.

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Homemade Facial Cleansers

admin — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:31:11 +0000

Making your own natural home made facial cleansers is quite easy and all you need is a few ingredients which can be sourced cheaply from your local supermarket. This is a great natural alternative to expensive store bought facial cleansers.

With all these facial cleansers mix all of the ingredients into a thick and smooth paste. Apply the paste onto your entire face and slowly massage with slow circular motions then leave to dry naturally before rinsing it off.

Oily skin:

1 tsp lemon peel
1/2 tsp milk powder
1 tsp barley meal
2 tsp of warm water.

Use lemon peel in a home made facial cleanser

Dry Skin:

1/2 tsp milk powder
1/4 tsp of sugar
1 tsp almond meal
1 tsp of warm water

Almond Meal is a great ingrediant in home made facial cleansers

Sensitive Skin:

1/2 tsp of ground orange peel
1 tsp almond meal
1/2 tsp milk powder
1 tsp rose water

Rose water is great for sensitive skin

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Making Your Own MSM and Aloe Vera Lotion

admin — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:00:49 +0000

You can either go out there and purchase your MSM lotion from a health food store or you can easily make your own providing you have pure MSM flakes on you and Pure Aloe Vera Gel.

There are so many creams out on the market that claim to do all types of things, anti ageing, scar removal, acne fighting, etc. To me the best crem I have ever put on my face and body has been this cream that I made myself. It is cheap and effective especially when combined with the internal consumption of MSM.

MSM and Aloe Vera Gel Lotion

The easiest recipe is to combine MSM with Pure Aloe Vera gel. Keep in mind that 3 x rounded teaspoons of MSM Crystal Flakes is about 15 grams of MSM.

What you will need:

MSM Crystal Flakes - 15 grams for every 100mls of Aloe Vera Gel
Pure Aloe Vera Gel - 100mls (or more if you want to make more)

Process:

Mix 3 rounded teaspoons of MSM for ever 100 mls of pure Aloe Vera gel in a bowl.
Mix it well and let it sit for about 30 minutes so the MSM flakes dissolve into the Aloe Vera gel.
Don't add more MSM than the amount stated as it will become saturated and go clumpy.
Pour the mixture into a suitable container (an old washed out cream tub is good).
Use is as frequently as you feel is necessary.

Want to know more about MSM as a natural supplement click here: all about MSM

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Glow Girl – Brighter Skin Is Sexy

admin — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:48:36 +0000

Luminous and radiant skin can up a girls hotness factor over 100%. Men are programmed to good skin tone sexy. A patchy complexion can influence the perception of age up to 20 years, yikes! There is a strong correlation between skin tone perception of health and physical attractiveness.

Professional Peel By Priori

This resurfacing facial takes just 20 minutes (the peel part just 3 minutes) to improve your skin. This treatment feels more like a melt than a peel. This product dissolves dull surface skin and debris with its AHAs and salicylic acid. It attacks the signs of ageing (including discoloration and photo damage) with a strong shot of the antioxidant idebenone.

After one treatment alone you will look watts brighter. If you use this once a week over 6 weeks it will do a great deal to improve the damage caused by sunbathing without any redness or flaking.

Olay Definity To Repair and Reflect

Collagen reflects light like a mirror, making the complexion appear bright and even. Hormones, UV exposure and stress affect how your melanocyte cells produce and distribute melanin. The Olay Definity range was formulated to promote collagen and block melanin overdrive. Not too bad for a cheaper cream.

Bakel Skincare - Malic "Lightening Solution"

If you are looking to spend a bit more this Ialian import created by Dr Raffaella Gregoris is quite amazing at absorbing into your skin and the Malic Lightening Solution is super concenrated and helps regulate pigmentation, hydration and adult acne. It really increases skin brightness and the solution does not need to be rinsed off so it works all day long.

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Better Skin – A Tighter, Brighter You