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| Waxing |
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| Did you know that waxing was first used by ancient Egyptian cultures. They would mix beeswax with warm honey and sugar and spread it on the skin. Then, when it hardened they would pull it off to get rid of unwanted hair. This method is still used today but we also have prepared waxing products on the market that we can easily and conveniently use at home. |
| Tip: Get Rid of Acne Pimples |
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| A quick and easy way to treat acne pimples is to dab pimple with tea tree oil three times a day. Tee tree oil is both an anti-inflammatory and a disinfectant and will kill acne bacteria while helping the swelling of the pimple go down, |
| Men's Skin Care: What's a Good Moisturizer for a Dude? |
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What should I look for in terms of ingredients?
There are moisturizers for men that address different skin problems. These moisturizers have ingredients that give the following benefits:
Combat's shine in T-zone(forehead, nose, chin.)
Regulates sebum in oily skin.
Dry, sensitive skin.
Sunblock /Moisturizer for active guys
Combination aftershave /moisturizer
Anti-aging moisturizers and night creams
The main purpose of a moisturizer is to protect and replenish the skin. Moisturizers are available for differently skin types -oily, acne prone, dry, combination, mature. The ingredients you should be aware of are as follows:
AHA's – exfoliate skin and remove dead cells
Antioxidants – neutralize free radical that destroy cells.
Algae – mineral extract that revitalizes the skin.
Aloe – has properties of hydrating, healing, softening, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial.
Calendula – anti-inflammatory
Chamomile – soothing, calming.
Collagen – protein prevents water loss.
Glycerine – soften
Tea Tree – antiseptic, antifungal
Titanium dioxide – blocks UV
Zinc oxide – protect, soothe, heal, block sun
All skin types need a moisturizer. A good moisturizer does not clog the pores or make the skin look shiny or greasy. Packaging is nice to look at but it is ingredients that matter the most when it comes to skin care. Otherwise you will not get the results you wish. It is always good to be aware of the ingredients in the products you use and how these ingredients work on your skin. It is also good to be aware of your skin type to find the best moisturizer for you.
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| But Seriously! What's the difference between Suncreen or Sunblock? |
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But Seriously! What's the difference between Sunscreen or Sunblock?
Is a sunscreen just another name for a sunblock? No. We mistakenly use these words interchangeably but sunscreens and sunblocks are not the same.
Sunscreen and sunblock work differently from each other:
Sunscreen
-absorbs UV rays
-is transparent on the skin
-breaks down and needs to be reapplied
-uses PABA, avenobenzone, octocylene, salicylates, cinnamates
-blocks UVA
Sunblock
-reflects UV rays
-more opaque (newer sunblocks are transparent)
-does not break down
-uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide
-blocks both UVA and UVB
Some products contain both a sunblock and a sunscreen. It's the UVA and UVB rays that cause skin cancer and sun burn. Products labeled broad spectrum have ingredients that block a broad range of UV rays.
If you are concerned about wrinkles the best thing your can do is use a good sunblock as sun damage is the main cause of aging. Wear a sunblock of at least SPF 15-30 every day. A good sunblock is neither sticky or greasy and can be worn alone or under make-up. If the moisturizer and make-up you already use does not contain sunblock it is best to add a skin care product with sun blocking ingredients to your daily regimen.
Good preventive skin care like using a sunblock and staying out of the sun is your best bet for avoiding wrinkles. Eating a healthy diet, exercising, staying happy and hydrated also have benefits for the skin. It is good to be aware of the ingredients in the products you use and how they work on the skin.
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| Dry Flaky Redness Around Nose? |
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| If you have noticed that the area at the sides of your nostrils is dry and flaky this is usually cause by over cleansing. The more you scrub the worse it gets. It can also be caused by using the wrong products for your skin type. Either way - the skin at the side of your nose is irritated. It will take time to heal. You may want to switch to a product for sensitive skin. Try not to be too aggressive as to cause more irritation. Look for calming and soothing ingredients (Chamomile,aloe,comfrey,almond) and moiturizing ingredients. |
| Expose Your Skin's Natural Beauty |
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Confident women are beautiful. They are not seeking affirmations from someone else because they already know they are beautiful. Confidence is about trusting your instincts about what's right for you. Confident women consult with themselves and use instinct and intuition as their guides. Learn to trust yourself and you will feel more fulfilled and what's more you will be beautiful.
Radiating beauty is about how you treat and take care of yourself. It's about seeing yourself in a positive light. Because of the nurturing nature of women this is sometimes not so easy for women to do. But, it is none the less important.
Today's women want to look natural even when wearing make-up. But before you put on even a dab of make-up it's important to take care of what's under your make-up. It's important eat a healthy diet that includes lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and drink lots of water. It's important to take care of your skin. It's important to know that what you do as part of your morning and evening regimen makes a noticeable difference to the health and appearance of your skin.
There are some basic products and a few optional ones that will make a vast difference to your skin's overall appearance when used regularly. These products are a skin care must.
Cleanser
Estheticians and skin care specialists will generally advise you not to use soap. Soaps do not wash off easily and tend to leave residue on the skin. A good cleanser washes off clean and and leaves the skill feeling moisturized. The purpose of the cleanser is to remove dirt and make-up from the skin. Cleansers are applied to the skin by making small circular motions with the finger tips. Regardless of the brand you choose cleansers are made for normal, combination, dry and oily skin types. The majority of women have combination skin, with older more mature women tending to be dry, and many teens tending toward oily skin. Sometimes it become necessary for women to have two cleansers for times when her skin responds differently to environmental conditions. Observe how your skin responds to a product and make the necessary adjustments.
Toner
A toner is an optional product and not a must for an effective skin care regimen but a little something extra. A dab of toner on a piece of cotton will get rid of any cleanser that you might have missed. Apply it to the skin in an upward and outward motion. A toner has an added benefit of quickly restoring skin to a natural ph balance.
Moisturizer
All skin types need moisturizing. A good moisturizer plumps out the skin and makes it appear supple. Apply your moisturizer in an upward and outward motion. A good moisturizer does not clog the pores or make the skin look shiny or greasy. Choose a moisturizer in your skin type. Moisturizers help to protect the skin from the elements and serves as a base for a make-up application.
Sun Screen
It is important to wear a sun screen of at least SPF 15-25 every day. A good sun screen is neither sticky or greasy and can be worn alone or under make-up.
Eye Cream
An eye cream is a gentle moisturizer for around the delicate eye area. There are eye creams to help eliminate puffiness and dark circles around the eye. There are a number of different types of eye creams on the market. Some are used as night treatments only, while others can be used under make-up.
Masks
Using a mask just once per week will clean out the pores. Some masks are formulated to get rid of fine lines. Masks can be put on prior to taking a hot shower or a bath soak as part of a bathing ritual. There are many different types of masks to address individual skin issues. Masks for acne prone skin contain ingredients to reduce pimples, black heads and white heads. Hydrating masks are good for lubricating and restoring much needed moisture to dry skin. An oily skin mask can be applied to the T-zone on combination skin types.
Exfoliating Scrub
An exfoliating scrub sloughs off dead dead cells from the skin and is normally used once or twice per week. It is applied over moist skin after using the cleanser also using circular motions. Find an exfoliating scrub for your skin type. Using an exfoliating scrub regularly results in clearer, brighter looking skin.
Cleansers, toners, moisturizers and masks can also be used on the neck and décolletage. These are areas which women often ignore.
Be gentle with your skin. Use a good line of products in a brand that you trust. A skin care routine is a simple gentle health care exercise that should not be neglected. The benefits of clear, radiant and youthful looking skin will be evident for years to come.
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