Skin Care - Part 4

How To Get Rid Of Forehead Lines

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Jun 302009

When you ask how to get rid of forehead lines you will receive a number of different answers depending on who is providing the information. For instance if you ask a doctor about your deep forehead lines, the prescription is likely to be an injection of Botox or the newer Dysport.

Ask a plastic surgeon and a Forehead or Browlift may be the recommended way to deal with those forehead frown lines. If that sounds too drastic then fillers or volumizing are other alternatives.

Prevention is better than cure claims another, so avoid the three ssses – Sun, Smoke and Stress. To which is added alcohol which dehydrates and adds toxins to your system.

Using some simple exercise techniques you can do in front of the bathroom mirror you can strengthen your facial muscles to smooth out those deep forehead lines and saggy cheeks according to Marja Putkisto the originator of the Method Putkisto.

And then there is the gentler approach of using creams and lotions made from natural ingredients which help to promote the production of collagen and elastin and so restore your skin’s smooth and firm appearance.

So there are several different ways to get rid of forehead lines. Botox and fillers produce instant results, but you have to repeat the treatment on a regular basis to preserve the effect. Cosmetic surgery may produce a longer lasting effect, but even this often has to be repeated. The exercise method sounds ideal, but some have doubted its effectiveness. Creams and lotions will not produce instant results, but using a skin care product with the correct ingredients is the natural way to get rid of forehead lines.

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The Importance Of Diet In Anti Aging Skin Care

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Jun 272009

Here’s a video I found which is a useful reminder of the importance of diet in anti aging skin care.

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Oily Skin Care – Is This The Answer?

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Jun 182009

Of all the skincare problems an oily skin is considered by many to be the worst. And finding oily skin care products that are truly effective in treating the condition is not that easy.

If you wonder why treating an oily skin is so difficult, it is because the excretion of oil is part of the body’s normal function as a means of keeping your skin sufficiently moisturized. Unfortunately in those cases where it becomes a problem, the natural function is not properly regulated and excess oil is produced.

Oily skin is often obvious and, apart from being unpleasant both for the individual sufferer as well as those he or she comes in contact with, can lead to loss of confidence and self esteem.

Steps you can take to alleviate the problem are to wash your face two or three times a day and wipe gently. But do not overdo it because excessive washing can lead to dry skin.

For some people certain foods can contribute to the problem. Try to avoid food which is rich in fats. Spicy and hot foods can also aggravate oily skin. Once you have used these basic oily skin care measures you should definitely see a reduction in the grease.

If after following these suggestions you still have a problem, the next step is to use an oily skin care cleansing product. Look for oily skin care creams which contain kaolin, shea butter or allantoin. While these may be more expensive, they are likely to prove more effective at treating the condition.

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Healthy Food For Healthy Skin

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Jun 082009

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We all know that eating sensibly is good for our health, but we may not appreciate the importance of food for healthy skin. Just as the eating of junk food leads to putting on weight, these same foods can affect our complexion leading in extreme cases to acne and the appearance of spots and pimples.

Following a healthy diet means eating plenty of fruit and vegetables with lean meat and fish. Avoid fatty foods particularly those that have been fried. Drink plenty of water to wash out the toxins from your system, but cut down on coffee and alcohol. This recipe for a healthy body is the same as food for healthy skin.

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Active Manuka Honey

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Jun 032009

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Throughout this blog I have stressed the importance of the ingredients contained in skin care products. I am planning to make a series of posts covering individual compounds and active manuka honey is the first.

So what is manuka honey and why is it described as active? The honey is produced by honey bees who have collected pollen from the manuka bush which is only found in New Zealand. This type of honey has been tested by scientists from the Waikato University in New Zealand. They have discovered that manuka honey has superior antibacterial properties which are not found in other types of honey.

Although all manuka honey has these special qualities, the potency of each batch does vary since the bees will often collect pollen from other flowers as well as the manuka bushes. The scientists have devised a UMF rating to measure the strength of the antibacterial effect. A honey has to have a rating of 10 to allow it to be described as “active”.

So there you have it – active manuka honey is one that has scientifically proven antibacterial properties and is an essential ingredient of the best skin care products.

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Clear Wrinkles the Natural Way

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May 282009

There are many ways to clear wrinkles from your face. Cosmetic surgery may be the answer for some, but the procedures are costly and there can be complications. BOTOX? injections are a less expensive way to clear wrinkles from your forehead, but they are not cheap. And the cure is only temporary so you have to repeat the treatment at regular intervals. In addition the treatment can result in unwelcome side effects including headaches, nausea and respiratory infections.

But is it really possible to clear wrinkles using natural skin care products? You may have tried various creams and lotions and been disappointed with the results. The key to a skin care product that will produce visible and long lasting results is its ingredients. Scientific research has shown that Xtend-TK and Coenzyme Q10 are substances that stimulate the production of collagen and elastin which are proteins in our skin that keeps it looking firm and smooth. So if you want to clear wrinkles the natural way, look out for these ingredients in your skin care products.

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Why Should You Choose A Natural Moisturizer?

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May 222009

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A natural moisturizer is a product that uses natural ingredients. Many moisturizing creams and lotions contain chemicals such as mineral oils and alcohols which can do more harm than good. For instance alcohols such as ethanol or methanol can cause dryness and irritation which is the opposite of what you want from a moisturizer.

Creams that are made from natural ingredients will not have these adverse side effects and so are suitable for all skin types. Avocado oil acts as a particularly effective natural moisturizer and also a powerful anti oxidant which destroys free radicals.

Macadamia oil, Allantoin and Xtend-TK are other natural ingredients to look out for when you are choosing a natural moisturizer

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Why Is Restoring Elastin An Essential Part Of Skin Care?

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May 182009

Restoring elastin is quite simply the best way of retaining a firm and wrinkle-free complexion despite our advancing years. Elastin is one of two proteins, the other being collagen, which are responsible for keeping our skin looking smooth and supple. As we grow older our bodies produce less of these proteins and as a result our skin starts
to lose its firmness and lines begin to appear. So restoring elastin forms an important part of an anti aging skin care routine.

There are products which contain these proteins, but unfortunately they tend to be ineffective because collagen and elastin cannot be absorbed through the skin. However there is a way of restoring elastin and collagen using natural products. A substance known as Xtend-TK actually stimulates the production of collagen in your body. It has been proved in clinical trials to promote the regrowth of collagen and in restoring elastin leading to firmness and increased skin tone.

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Why Is Skin Hydration Important?

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May 122009

Skin hydration may not be something you think about very often, but we are all familiar with its opposite – dehydration. When we are dehydrated our bodies are suffering from a lack of liquids and this can have a dangerous effect on our health. For example our kidneys require large quantities of water to enable them to function correctly. What is not generally realised is that our skin is the largest organ in our bodies and when it becomes dehydrated the result is dry and peeling skin. So skin hydration is important if we wish to retain a smooth and healthy skin.

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Japanese Skincare

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May 092009

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The techniques of Japanese skincare should be of great interest to us in the west. Why? Because Japanese women are renowned for their perfect skin. As with many things in the east, Japanese skincare has been practised for hundreds of years using natural plants, clays and oils to cleanse and
moisturize their bodies.

Skin care is not just about creams and lotions, but
you also need to follow a healthy diet. And the
Japanese diet is no exception consisting mainly of rice, fish and vegetables. A favorite food is a form of seaweed which grows in the Sea of Japan known as wakame kelp. In recent years an extract from this kelp known as phytessence wakame has been found to have properties which make it an essential element of an effective skin cream.

There are many things that we in the west can learn from the ancient wisdom of the east and Japanese skincare is just one.

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