The Best Beauty Secret is Inner Cleansing

April 5, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Beauty Aids, Fitness Products

The best beauty secret is inner cleansing Celebrities go to spas and wellness centers to rejuvenate and emerge beautiful.  While much of their beauty is attributed to good genes and meticulous cosmetic care, regular inner cleansing is actually the key to maintaining their good looks.

 

Expensive creams and serums may not help your skin much if your body is dirty on the inside.  The skin is part of your body’s excretory system where most of the substances in your digestive system find its way.

 

If your colon absorbs toxins from the food you eat, the same toxins will show up on your skin in due time.

 

Acne, skin allergies, yeast infections, premature aging and sallow looking skin are only some of the conditions that can be attributed to an unclean colon.

 

Taking medication for any of these conditions may work temporarily but may also contribute to the presence of toxins in your colon.  Toxins and other waste that are not properly eliminated can remain stuck in your colon, only to accumulate more of the same harmful substances as you continue to eat and drink for nourishment.

 

This is why beauty conscious celebrities and high profile personalities turn to spas for detoxification.  There really is nothing magical about detoxification.

 

Most detoxification plans are actually inner cleansing procedures include colon hydrotherapy or enemas, controlled diet consisting of high fiber and healthy liquid intake, regular exercise to work up a sweat, and avoidance of food that are high in toxins.

 

 

An added bonus that your favorite stars enjoy in exclusive spas is the pampering massage that supposedly helps your body to eliminate toxins while your body de-stresses.

 

The results are visible as most of those who undergo inner cleansing report fewer incidents of allergies, acne flare ups and puffiness on the face.  It is said that a regular cleansing routine produces clearer skin and may even delay the signs of ageing.

 

Think of it as an alternative to expensive creams and painful visits to the dermatologist or worse, cosmetic surgeon.

 

Luckily, you don’t have to be rich and famous to benefit from inner cleansing.  You need not even go to a spa or wellness center to experience detoxification.  There are many books and reading material out there to help you find the right inner cleansing plan for you.

 

Once you determine how you intend to go about your daily cleansing routine, getting the right cleansing products is also not going to be a problem.

 

Health stores carry most of what you will need to clean your system.

 

Whichever method you choose, all you have to remember is that the key to clear skin is in regular cleansing, inside and out.

 

Janelle Elizabeth

http://www.lovethisproduct.com

 

 

What You Need to Know About Acne Skin Care Part II

April 2, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Beauty Aids

What You Need to Know About Acne Skin Care Part II Adult acne is one of the most frustrating problems in a successful cleansing skin care program.

 

With so many treatment options for acne, how do you know which one to use?  If there is a good thing about acne, it’s that there are several options and the key is to find the right combination of cleansing skin care, over-the-counter medications and, finally, advanced physician-only treatment plans.

 

Acne sufferers should keep in mind that if they don’t see improvement with cleansing and over-the-counter products within three months, they should seek professional skin care advice; this also goes if they have cysts or scarring.

 

It may sound too good to be true but several studies now show a connection between taking vitamin C orally and the prevention of acne.  It’s well documented that vitamin C is considered by many to be a super vitamin and plays a key role in immunity and infection prevention.  In order to get the possible anti-bacterial benefits of vitamin C that may be available to prevent acne breakouts, physicians recommend taking 1,000-1,600 mg. three times a day.

 

As an all-natural supplement program, a combination of anti-inflammatory supplements, like vitamin E, zinc, burdock root, and vitamin C, tend to be more effective synergistically than just one supplement alone.

 

The most effective program starts with a good cleansing skin care program. The most common over-the-counter acne treatment, especially for adult acne, is benzoyl peroxide.

As the basic acne skin care product, it is often recommended by skin care experts and is available in concentrations ranging from 2½%-10%.  As an acne skin care agent, benzoyl peroxide actually slows the growth of bacteria and reduces inflammation.

 

Benzoyl peroxide alone can clear up mild, non-inflammatory blackheads and whiteheads within a month or two.

 

Benzoyl peroxide, however, has side effects as it kills the bacteria that may dry up excess sebum and lead to redness, peeling, and burning.  Those with sensitive skin may not be able to tolerate benzoyl peroxide; and it should be used as part of an acne skin care program nightly.

 

The next product that can be used at home as part of an adult acne skin care program are blue lights featuring an ANSR beam, which uses a blue light to kill bacteria and red light to facilitate the healing process.  An effective cleansing skin care program also has a cleanser that exfoliates the skin to prevent clogged pores.

 

It must be reinforced that a basic cleansing skin care regimen is mandatory for clear skin and the best would include all-natural anti aging skin care lotions with sun protection.

 

John Russell

http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com

 

What You Need to Know About Acne Skin Care Part I

March 27, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Beauty Aids, General Health

What You Need to Know About Acne Skin Care Part I Adult acne starts with an understanding of how a pimple forms.  Cleansing skin care can only work by understanding the cycle.

 

How does a Pimple Form?  Clogged pores, oil, and bacteria are three of the main causes of acne and according to leading dermatologists, the more points you can intervene at during the acne cycle, the better results you’ll get.

 

Step 1 – The pore, which is also the opening of the hair follicle, becomes clogged with dead skin cells, dirt, and oil.

 

Step 2 – Acne bacteria feed off the oil in the clogged pore and literally attract white blood cells to the area.

 

Step 3 – Your body then responds with inflammation that causes the redness, swelling, and pain associated with the pimple.

 

Do you ever wonder why some of us only get blackheads while others get full-blown breakouts?  Genetics, hormones, environmental factors, and immunity all play a role in the development of acne.  The inflammation response that causes a pimple is really our bodies’ immune response to foreign material (sebum) which penetrates into the dermis.  The greater the immune response, the more severe the acne becomes.

 

Adult acne takes the form of one of five types, which each require their own unique cleansing skin care regimen that are uniquely tailored to their adult acne type.

 

1. Blackheads and whiteheads are both types of comedones, which is another term used to describe a clogged pore.

These are most common in what’s call the T-Zone, which is comprise of the forehead, nose, and chin.

 

2. A pustule is a lesion that contains a mixture of white blood cells, dead skin cells, and bacteria, otherwise known as pus.

 

3. Papules are another type of blemish but these are solid raised bumps – not squeezable.  Papules lend a rough feel to the skin and are caused by a local reaction to the acne bacteria that causes acne.  These are most common on the cheeks and along the jaw line.

 

4. Like a papules, a nodule is a solid lesion.  A nodule is characterized like inflammation and this type of blemish extends into deeper layers of the skin that usually cause pain and scarring.

 

5. Cysts occur deep in the skin and contain pus.  They are larger than pustules and are usually severely inflamed.

They may be very painful and often result in scarring.

 

In this series on cleansing skin care, we are discussing adult acne and specific acne skin care.

 

John Russell

http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com

 

Natural Skin Care Tips

February 18, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Beauty Aids

Natural Skin Care Beauty Tips
The shelves of drugstores and department stores are filled with all sorts of beauty treatments. There are products formulated for oily skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, acne, wrinkles, and any other skin condition imaginable. And they invariably come with a hefty price tag.

What the companies that make those treatments don’t want us to know is that we can easily make our own beauty treatments at home. Most of the ingredients we need are already in our kitchen cabinets, and we don’t have to worry about potentially dangerous chemicals in our creations. Homemade beauty treatments are less expensive than store-bought ones, and they can be just as effective.

Finding the Right Combination

The trick when making your own beauty treatments is finding the right combination of ingredients for your skin. When you’re buying a cleanser or mask off the shelves, the labeling tells you what type of skin it is designed for. But natural ingredients do not come with instructions. The good news is that you can experiment and tweak recipes until you come up with something that is perfectly tailored to your unique needs.

To get started on the right foot, you’ll need to know a little about your skin type. Is it oily, dry or combination? Do you have acne or fine lines? Is your skin sensitive, or do you have any allergies that would preclude using certain ingredients? Once you’ve analyzed your skin’s needs, you’ll be able to determine which ingredients to start with. Here are a few suggestions:

* Dry skin – Olive oil, almond oil, grapeseed oil, milk, honey, yogurt
* Oily skin – Lemon juice or oil, witch hazel, cornmeal, fennel, buttermilk
* Combination or sensitive skin – Milk, cornmeal, baking soda, olive oil, rose water, yogurt, chamomile
* Acne – Lemon juice, witch hazel, tomatoes, tea tree oil, apple, aloe vera
* Fine lines and wrinkles – Grape juice, honey, carrot juice, coconut oil, banana, pineapple

Basic Recipes

Here are a couple of basic skin care recipes to get you started:

Apricot Cold Cream (for Dry Skin)

* 10 oz. apricot kernel oil
* 2 oz. cocoa butter
* 2 oz. beeswax

Heat ingredients in top of a double boiler until melted. Beat with a wooden spoon until thoroughly mixed and cooled. Store in a jar in the refrigerator.

Rose Mask (for Combination Skin)

* 1 rose
* 1 tbsp. rose water
* 1 tbsp. plain yogurt
* 1 tbsp. honey

Wash rose petals in water, soak for a few minutes, and crush in a bowl. Add rosewater, yogurt and honey and mix well. Use immediately.

Honey and Apple Mask

* 4 tbsp. honey
* 1 apple

Grate apple into a fine pulp. Mix in honey. Use immediately.

Making your own beauty treatments requires a little experimentation, but the rewards are many. You don’t have to worry about unknown ingredients, and you can adjust recipes to meet your skin’s special needs. And in most cases, you can make your own treatments for a fraction of what you would pay for them in the store.