Written on
October 8, 2008
by
Reuben
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Tomatoes have a magical component called lycopene that is very effective antioxidant that could protect our skin from UV damage from sunburn. Tests establish an unbelievable 30% increase in skin protection by eating tomatoes where 85% in western diet uses tomato paste where lycopene is best obtained. This helps to block UV penetration and prevent damage to the vulnerable skin tissues deeper down.
Eating tomatoes or tomato paste doesn’t mean that we should stop using sun block but it’s good to know that simply by increasing tomatoes in your diet you can help protect your skin from the daily sun damage which happens without us even realising.
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Written on
September 29, 2008
by
Reuben
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After a night of party most of us feel tired and some are drunk and would want to just flop on our beds. One of the hardest parts of being a woman is not only applying make-up before they leave but removing them as well. You apply different products on different parts of the face. All of these products have different constitution and different texture. For these you will need makeup remover according to the makeup product used. Also the makeup on sensitive areas like eyes need to be removed by remover designed for them only. It is specially designed to deal with different makeup components. Water and soap are not sufficient to remove makeup deeply from skin pores. Make up removers are an important part of daily skin cleansing regime. As the right application of makeup is important, in the same way removing the makeup in right manner is equally important.
Various makeup products, which people apply on their skin, are loaded with different kinds of chemicals. If you keep them on skin for longer time or you do not remove them properly, these chemicals will penetrate into your skin, clog the skin pores and damage them for long term. Always make sure that you remove makeup before going to the bed at night time as this is the time when skin regenerates itself, so let it breathe. It will help skin look healthy and maintain its natural tone.
Unmistakeably, large number of people uses cleanser for removing makeup but it has oily composition, which is not right for removing makeup. You can remove foundation or lipstick with water based makeup cleansers. For removing eye makeup like mascara, avoid pulling or scrubbing your skin harshly for removing makeup. If you cannot remove makeup completely with the remover you are using, switch to more effective one. If you have highly sensitive skin, do not use removers having alcohol and any fragrance in them.
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Written on
August 9, 2008
by
Reuben
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It’s that time of year again, when the sun peaks through and your skin soaks it all up like a sponge. Sure you’ll get a nice tan, but the sun’s harmful rays will affect your skin, and when it does, that tan won’t even be worth it. Here’s how to protect your sensitive skin from that powerful sun.
Most people think that an SPF 30 or more will completely shield them from the sun’s damaging rays. Wrong. SPF only refers to UVB rays, which is the shorter end of the sun’s spectrum of light that causes sunburns. The longer rays, which are called UVA, are only filtered out by some sunscreens, not all. Since UVA rays are not harmful instantly, they do damage in the long run, and companies are now working to bring out sunscreens that contain protection against UVA rays as well.
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Written on
July 1, 2008
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It may be the best protection for your skin, but do you know that sun block may contain agents that can counteract with other medication taken internally causing other health problems? You might have to stay out of the sun altogether if certain drugs you take, contains photo-sensitizing compounds so consult your doctor for any advice before deciding on using sun block and other skin protection products. Do not forget other parts of the body such as the eyes and lips which can also sustain damage from the sun�s UV rays. Always consult your doctor especially if you have other medical conditions which are being treated by drugs and other medications.
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Written on
June 30, 2008
by
Reuben
QVC offers the exclusive Get Un-wrinkle 4-piece Try Me collection from skin care guru Peter Thomas Roth. The compact from the set appears in the secret agent comedy film Get Smart starring Steve Carrell and Anne Hathaway hitting theaters this week. How smart is that? These four products for all skin types help reduce the signs of aging with new patent-pending and proprietary ingredients. The Un-wrinkle Peel Pads, Deep Wrinkle Serum, Night Cream and Pressed Powder come in convenient travel sizes so you can tackle expression lines and deep wrinkles on the run. Wonder who actually gets to use them in the makeup room…
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Written on
May 24, 2008
by
mctreve
To elaborate further about the importance of water in protecting and taking care of our skin, I want to mention what Dr. Colbert said in his book The Seven Pillars of Health. He said that water keeps your skin supple and in addition to that it keeps your eyes bright, and your body spry. He somehow illustrated it with plums; removing water from plums and you get prunes. In the same way, removing water from your skin you get wrinkles. The skin was designed to hold in moisture to be elastic, and depriving it with water the skin becomes dry, flaky wrinkled, sagging and loses elasticity that no amount of wrinkle cream can cure it.
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Written on
May 21, 2008
by
mctreve
We can observe that more and more facial products are out in the market today on skin care. Although it is true that we need the right stuff for our skin, it essential to still have the proper foundations, and that is drinking water. In Dr. Colbert’s book, The Seven Pillars of Health, he said that if you don’t drink enough clean water you may lose your good looks and that he believes that water is the single best beauty treatment on the planet. With this, we do not have to go all the way to Florida just to stay young; the fountain of youth is right in our own homes.
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Written on
May 18, 2008
by
mctreve
The Fountain of Youth, a historical landmark in St. Agustine, Florida is said to restore the youth of any one who drinks from its waters. The myth goes back to 1513 when a Spanish explorer named Juan Ponce de Leon was looking for the said fountain when he traveled to the present-day Florida. Until now, many people believe that by drinking from this fountain, the aging process would be reversed. Actually, there is some truth in this myth, and that is the ability of water to rejuvenate your skin and can make you look younger. So, drink up and stay young.
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Written on
May 15, 2008
by
mctreve
One sign of a healthy lifestyle is that when you have radiant or nice skin. Aside from genetics, a healthy person inside would reflect on the outside, and usually we see it on the skin. So, here are some facts about the skin. These skinny facts were taken from the book The Seven Pillars of Health by Don Colbert, MD.
Skin…
• Is the largest organ of the body and weighs about six pounds.
• Grows faster than any other organ.
• Is tough, flexible, and waterproof.
• Stores water, fat, and vitamin D.
• Protects the body from germs, heat, cold and sunlight.
• Is replaced approximately every thirty days.
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Written on
May 12, 2008
by
mctreve
1. Drink lots of water. Our body is composed of 75% water. We need to keep our cells hydrated to keep the skin supple and to prevent the cells from aging fast.
2. Use sunscreen. Protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Increasing cases of skin cancer are reported every year. Use SPF 15 for 15 20–30 years old and use SPF 35 and above for those more than 30 years old.
3. Watch what you eat. Eat a healthy balanced diet every meal. Avoid fatty food, which is rich in Omega 6—this clogs the arteries that might cause further sickness.
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