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Welcome To My New Look Blog

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 13:14:08 +0000

Welcome to the new look for my blog. I have been wanting to make a change for some time, but have only now managed to find a theme that I like. As you see the latest six posts are shown on the front page in a clear format and there are links to older items in the sidebar.

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Natural Skin Care v Gold Face Cream

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 11:28:29 +0000

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Since I spend my time writing about the benefits of natural skin care products, you may wonder why I should even mention a skin cream that has as one of its ingredients a metal, even if it is as precious as gold. The reason is that I found this fascinating article by Jennifer Kingson in the New York Times. She starts by describing a golden collagen facial mask which she describes as “a visual and tactile delight: gelatinous, face-shaped and thoroughly golden, it arrives in a sheer plastic enclosure that invites you to squish it the way that bubble wrap begs you to pop it”. Unfortunately after using this “delight” her face developed a severe rash.

After this unpromising start you might think that this would be the end of the matter, but no, it seems that the gold was not the cause of the rash rather another ingredient of the mask. The article goes on to consider the whole question of using gold in skin care products. The gold is incorporated in many ways, as flakes which are visible or in nano form known as as colloid. Creams with visible gold flecks are claimed to warm the skin, whereas those which include microscopic particles suggest that this is essential to enable the gold to penetrate the outer layers of the skin.

This question is does gold have any therapeutic qualities? The answer you get depends on who you ask. Sellers of gold skin cream say yes, but dermatologists reply that gold cannot help you and can be harmful. On the other hand gold was named “allergen of the year” in 2001 by the American Cotact Dermatitis Society. You can read the full article here.

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At-Home Skin Care Quick Fixes

admin — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 10:41:24 +0000

I came across this video from DermTV earlier this morning. It’s under three minutes long, but contains some useful tips on how to cure a rash, pimples or lines and wrinkles so you can look your best for a big event:

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275 Questions On Skin Care

admin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:23:30 +0000

A new book has just been published which aims to educate skin care professionals and consumers on general skin related topics. “The Skin Care Answer Book” is written in a Q&A format using non-technical language making it accessable to a general audience.

“What causes wrinkles? Does what I eat really affect acne or cause flare ups? Why do I need to wear sunscreen if I am not outside? These nagging questions and many more are answered by Dr. Lees in The Skin Care Answer Book. The book addresses key topics to educate students, licensed estheticians and consumers. Chapters are organized by subject, making it reader-friendly and easy to navigate.

This book gives skin care professionals and consumers alike access to scientific, fact-based answers to their most pressing questions,” said Dawn Gerrain, president, Milady. “Authored by Dr. Lees, an award-winning skin care professional who has developed his own skin care products – many of which are used by celebrities, The Skin Care Answer Book will be an invaluable addition to anyone’s book shelf.”

The last two paragraphs are taken from the press release which you can find in full by following this link.

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Free Radicals, Antioxidants and Skin Care

admin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:53:22 +0000

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Articles about skin care and anti aging often talk about antioxidants and free radicals, but do you know what these terms mean? Or should you care? Well the short answer is yes, since both free radicals and antioxidants affect your general health as well as the condition of your skin.

So what are these free radicals? Without becoming too technical just understand that all matter is made up of atoms which consist of electrons. Sometimes an electron can be detached and this causes the atom to become unstable and it is then known as a free radical.

But why should I have to worry about a single atom that has lost an electron? To restore its equilibrium the atom grabs an electron from an adjoining atom and this starts a chain reaction. The end result is damage to your skin.

Antioxidants are the good guys because they are able to lose electrons without becoming unstable and so can neutralize the free radicals.

While free radicals do perform some useful functions in our bodies, excessive numbers can cause tissue damage. Air pollution and cigarette smoke as well as stress encourage the production of free radicals and so should be avoided.

Vitamins C and E are antioxidants so eating a well balanced diet is the easiest way to protect your body from the harmful effects of free radicals.

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The Truth About Male Age Spots

admin — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:54:01 +0000

Male age spots are sometimes called liver spots and so the question is sometimes asked whether they are a sign of liver disease. In fact these spots have nothing to do with the liver and so do not indicate a problem in this direction. The correct name for liver spots is age spots or, if you want to be technical, photoaging spots. Typically they appear as light to dark brown patches on the hands and face as well as the legs and feet. The spots have rounded edges, sometimes appearing singly or in groups like large freckles. There are two known causes of these age spots, excessive exposure to the sun and an inherited tendency to form them.

As with general skin care the best way to prevent the appearance of age spots is to protect yourself from the sun by wearing appropriate clothing and using an effective sunscreen. In the case of hereditary age spots there are no effective preventive measures you can take, although the spots can be removed by the various methods described in other posts. Age spots are not cancerous or precancerous, but spots with uneven rather than rounded edges could be melanoma and should be checked by your doctor.

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Updated Skin Care Routine v.3

admin — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:47:43 +0000

Here’s another video I found. Although the title is “Updated Skin Care Routine v.3″ this is not an update of the video I included in a previous post, but the slightly different routine is well worth watching.

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Is It True That Smoking Causes Wrinkles?

admin — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:19:45 +0000

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As we all know the answer is a definite yes. Someone who has smoked for several years is instantly recognizable by their sallow complexion and wrinkled skin. The efeect on the skin is often apparent after only ten years as a smoker and is irreversible.

There are a number of reasons why smoking leads to wrinkles. The blood vessels in the top layer of your skin are narrowed as a result of smoking cigarettes. This reduces the blood flow to your skin, depriving it of oxygen and important nutrients, such as vitamin A. In addition the collagen and elastin fibers which keep your skin firm and smooth are damaged by smoking. This leads to sagging skin and premature wrinkles.

Damage is also caused by the heat from burning cigarettes. In the same way that constant frowning can lead to a wrinkled forehead, pursing your lips when inhaling and squinting your eyes to keep out smoke will have the same effect in other areas of your face.

And it’s not only your face that is affected by the habit. A recent study found that smoking can cause increased wrinkling and skin damage to other areas of your body including the inner arms.

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My Cleansing Routine

admin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:08:26 +0000

Here’s a video I found which gives a full demonstartion of a cleansing routine.

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Watch Out For These Common Skin Problems

admin — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 11:56:58 +0000

Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? It is, in terms of both weight—between 6 and 9 pounds—and surface area—about 2 square yards. Your skin separates the inside of your body from the outside world. It protects you from bacteria and viruses, and regulates your body temperature.

Conditions that irritate, clog, or inflame your skin can cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, burning, and itching. Allergies, irritants, your genetic makeup, and certain diseases and immune system problems can cause dermatitis, hives, and other skin conditions. Many skin problems, such as acne, also affect your appearance. Your skin can also develop several kinds of cancers. This post is not intended to scare you, but just to remind you of the problems that can occur. In case of doubt always seek medical advice.

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