What’s your daily “before-going-to-sleep” regime? Do you apply skin care products that you expect to create magic overnight? You don’t need a skin care product that contains a million chemicals to make your skin feeling and looking better. It’s always better to use the basics. Just making sure the skin is hydrated, you will surely feel and look better. A simple cream or lotion that has hyaluronic acid that draws and seals in moisture will do wonders on the skin. It is also convenient if it contains antioxidants. If you want to ease out those fine lines, choose a skin product that has retinol too which can remove wrinkles.

Posted: December 14th, 2009 under Information.
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Clairsonic made its name in the oral care industry where it released the much loved Clairsonic toothbrush that used sonic waves to better clean teeth. Now, the company has found of a new use for its patented sonic technology that is resulting in cleaner faces that shine naturally, void of the many contaminants and make-up making it truly a refreshing product for all time. The system has a cord-free rechargeable unit that has gentle brushes and sound producing hardware all in one compact unit that blasts away dirt and grime from the face, the most common cause of acne and other skin problems. They have again pushed the envelope on skin care that is powerful enough to get most irritants out, yet gentle enough to not irritate even the most sensitive skin types.

Posted: July 20th, 2009 under Information.
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The product has been clinically tested and what do you know, it works. According to researchers in the UK, the study is quite unique for it did something that was not seen much in the world of cosmetics, independent testing using scientifically based protocol. The study included several people (hundreds actually) as part of the study and the results showed significant reduction of wrinkles and age lines that has not been seen in other products. The study is hailed as one of the few that have given credence to manufacturer claims of product efficacy that is more often assured by the manufacturer over the consumer.

Posted: June 20th, 2009 under Information.
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Doctors are finding a very alarming trend that has been going on for quite sometime, injuries to the skin that get infected are now found to be healing not only longer but worse, are becoming host to once rare forms of staph infections. Called MSRA, these forms of infections used to be common in athletes or with the condition known as athlete’s foot, with bacteria commonly found in the infected skin and within in-grown toe nails. Today however, they are being found more and more commonly in regular scrapes and wounds that used to be easy to treat with common antibiotics so people with wounds that take longer to heal than normal should get them checked so they are eliminated and a new regimen of antibiotics could be prescribed. Read more »

Posted: May 21st, 2009 under Facts, Functions, Information, Prevention.
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Stress and the effects it has on the human physiology has long been linked yet the mechanisms of that link are still being understood to this day. Stress can induce itching according to researchers who have found that of almost each and every patient who seeks medical attention due to a sudden outbreak of the itch have been found to have recently undergone some stressful event in the past few days and weeks. The effects of stress are quite profound, irritability and other psychological effects are amplified by many other physiological manifestations of everyday life. People react differently to stress, others able to handle it better than most, optimistic people fare better than depressed ones who can become quite debilitated by too much stress simply seizing up unable to function normally as they should. Read more »

Posted: April 21st, 2009 under Facts, Information.
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It seems that the healing touch is more than an old wives tale and scientists have the proof that touch has it’s own set of receptors that is directly linked to the brain. This might explain why babies calm down at the touch of their mother/father or pain seems to go away when you get stroked by a loved one. Scientists have found touch receptors that are different from the ones we normally use for the sense of touch. The findings warranted more research into the amazing ability of the human body to take a sense such as touch, coupled with some other physiological abilities to heal itself on it’s own without intervention. Read more »

Posted: March 21st, 2009 under Facts, Functions, Information.
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Do you have chicken skin on your arms which looks like acne. This skin condition is called Keratosis Pilaris in which an area of the skin have rough, painless bumps. They can usually be found on a person’s upper arms, but there are some instances where they can also appear on the thighs, legs, buttocks, or even the face.

Although there is no known cure for the condition, there are treatments and products available in the market which can lessen the bumps, thus enhancing the skin’s appearance. It is best to consult a dermatologist for their expert advice on which treatments or products will work. Another way is scrubbing the problem area while bathing and keeping the skin well-hydrated through the use of lotions.

Having a clear skin doesn’t only improve the physical appearance of a person, but more importantly, it boosts a the person’s self-esteem and confidence.

Posted: February 20th, 2009 under Information.
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Milkweed is considered to be a poisonous plant for it contains toxins that makes monarch butterflies who feed solely on them unpalatable to most prey. the amazing plant world has again surprised scientists who have found the plant to have hypoallergenic fibers that have long been used for pillows as filling. The seeds contain unsaturated oils that contains chemicals and compounds that may hold the key to better sunscreens for tomorrow having both uses in moisturizers, sunscreens and conditioners. Oil extracted form the seeds have been found to contain known anti-UV agents such as tocopherols which protects and nourishes the skin.
Products that contain the said unsaturated fats also make good biodegradable products, lessening the risk of harmful chemicals washing into waters polluting them and killing off plant and marine life. Studies into the major components of the lowly milkweed are still undergoing but initial results are very promising, for the next generation of sunscreens and skin care products.

Posted: January 30th, 2009 under Herbal Treatments, Information.
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Stress has been shown to cause many a health issues that may lessen the quality of life. A link that establishes stress as a major cause of skin irritation though still under debate shows the great power the brain has over the parts of the human body. This overreaction results in rashes or itchy sores, that if compounded by skin diseases like psoriasis and dermatitis makes it worse. The direct link of the human brain to the skin is a very important one for the skin is the first defense of our body against invading germs and bacteria. This reaction by the human immune system though natural and automatic has the ability to react wrongly to stress leading to skin disorders without any underlying cause. Further study hopes to determine why the immune system attacks itself due to a mental condition and the mechanism that causes the system to go haywire.

Posted: December 30th, 2008 under Facts, Information, Prevention.
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Most cases of psoriasis are mild, and can be treated with skin care. This is important to prevent or reduce the symptoms of psoriasis. It can also help prevent infections and injuries to your skin, which can result in flare-ups of symptoms.

Care for your skin involves protecting it by avoiding harsh skin products, skin injuries and cold climates. To protect from cold weather keep the skin moist by using moisturizers, ointments and lotions. Taking baths or soaks once a day then apply lotions and wrapping the area can help lock moisture in. Using prescribed medicines will help improve the condition of your skin. Preparing it for topical medications and following instructions is another way to improve mild skin psoriasis.

Posted: October 8th, 2008 under Information.
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