Skin Care - Healthy skin with Herbs and Alternative Health
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OUR SKIN IS A GIFT from God. It comes in a sumptuous spectrum of
colors. From butterscotch to bronze to blackberry, people of
color all over the world are naturally dipped in distinctive
hues. What's so special about the rich colors of our skin? We've
been blessed from birth with an extra measure of protection
against lines and wrinkles. However, our skin is also prone to
certain kinds of scarring, irritations and other conditions,
some of which stem from too much sun exposure. To avoid harmful
rays, always wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. When
used correctly, it can block ultraviolet rays and reduce your
chance of getting serious burns and wrinkles. To maintain
beautiful skin and a radiant glow, follow a healthy skin-care
regimen. Beautiful skin means healthy skin, and it can be yours
by simply adopting an easy skin-care ritual. The basic steps to
a flawless face consist of two key elements: cleansing and
moisturizing on a regular basis. Cleansing removes impurities
from the skin's surface and encourages a more radiant
appearance. When selecting the proper facial cleanser, it is
important to be aware of the condition that your skin is
currently in so that you use products suitable to your
particular skin type. The basic three skin types are dry, normal
/combination and oily. Keep in mind that your skin type could
change and may be affected by the season or the climate where
you live. If this happens, alter the products that you are using
to suit your needs. Those with dry skin usually have tiny pores
and an ashy or dull appearance with some flaking on the skin's
surface. It's best to pick a mild soap or cleanser with an off
base and a low-to-no alcohol toner to prevent excess dryness.
Normal/combination skin can be frustrating because you're
dealing with dryness on the cheeks and oil in the T-zone area,
which includes the forehead, nose and chin. Reduce the oil in
the T-zone area by washing with products that contain glycerin,
which draws moisture to the skin. Follow up with an astringent
to keep the oil in the affected areas under control.
What makes winter weather so damaging to skin? Air. Outside it's
less humid; inside it's hot and dry. "This makes the water
inside our skin cells evaporate," Hood explains. The result is
rough, chapped, windblown skin that looks like you spent your
vacation crossing the desert. But winter weather doesn't mean
you've got to sit back and take it. You don't have to watch (and
scratch), helpless, as your skin itches and flakes. Homeherb
contains many skin savers--from vitamins and foods to herbs and
essential oils--all of which can help repair dry skin and keep
you comfortable and kissably soft till springtime. Skin-care
products especially designed for combination skin: Sundari Neem
and Burdock Balancing Cream-Gel Cleanser and Neutrogena
Anti-Wrinkle Anti-Blemish Lotion With SPF 15. Even some makeup
products can help keep skin in balance, like Elizabeth Arden
Skin Balancing Foundation. Click blow link for more information:
http://www.homeherb.com/supplement.asp?catid=636