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Common skin problems during Autumn and How to take care of them.

2020-11-11T06:15:00.003+00:00

Common skin problems during Autumn and How to take care of them.

It’s not just the leaves that change with the welcoming of autumn; your skin does, too. While the autumn weather may encourage outdoor activities, your skin retains less moisture because of the cooler, drier air. Autumn presents special challenges to the face, body, hands, nails and feet. Keep reading for an overview of how to treat each area.

Face/Head

Despite the waning sun, it is still crucial to use sunscreen in autumn. And moisturizing is more important than ever, regardless of skin type. In fact, even oily skin needs a moisturizer. People with seborrhea, or dandruff, may experience autumn flare-ups. This chronic inflammatory skin disorder is more common in men than women. It can be controlled by washing with special soaps and shampoos or topical steroids. If seborrhea does not improve or worsens, a dermatologist can provide additional treatments.

seborrhea

Body/Trunk

Moisturizer that is applied when the body is slightly damp after bathing is one of the main things we can do to improve the condition and feel of our skin. A body oil or cream should be applied over the whole body, concentrating on rough spots including the elbows, knees and feet. Moisturizers with an alpha hydroxy acid help exfoliate the skin’s outermost layer. Exercise is also a good moisturizer, as sweat provides a natural way of releasing toxins.

Some people may experience a flare-up of conditions such as psoriasis or eczema/atopic dermatitis in the fall.

psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic disease of the immune system that appears on the skin, usually in the form of thick, red, scaly patches. There are many over-the-counter and prescription treatments for psoriasis. Your doctor can help you find the right one. Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, results in scratching that may lead to redness, swelling, cracking, “weeping” of clear fluid, crusting and scaling of the skin. Intensely itchy patches form, which can be widespread or limited to a few areas. Between 10 and 20 percent of people worldwide develop atopic dermatitis, making it the most common type of eczema. Eczema should be treated by a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment including medication combined with lifestyle changes. There may be a specific allergen that the dermatologist can pinpoint to help make the eczema better.

Hands/Arms

Sun damage over the years can result in localized spots of hyperpigmentation that appear on the most exposed parts of the body— generally the hands, shoulders and face. Known as age spots or liver spots, these flat, gray, brown or black marks are harmless and don’t need treatment.

Hands with Age spots

But because they may be confused with cancerous growths, any new marks should be checked by a physician. Age spot can be completely removed with the use of lasers. However, preventing age spots by staying out of the sun and using sunscreen may be the easiest way to avoid these spots.

Another common skin condition that may flare up in the fall is keratosis pilaris, which consists of rough patches and small, acne-like bumps, usually on the arms and thighs. In fact, keratosis pilaris may improve during the summer months, only to later worsen when the weather changes. This condition is not serious but is difficult to treat.

keratosis pilaris

Prescription medications and self-care measures including keeping skin moist can improve the appearance of your skin. Though quite common with young children, keratosis pilaris can occur at any age. Often, keratosis pilaris gradually improves on its own.

Nails

It is not uncommon for nails to start cracking or peeling in the fall. Avoiding harsh soaps and the more frequent use of moisturizer is usually the answer.

Feet

A major problem associated with the skin of the feet upon summer’s end is dry, cracked heels caused by wearing open-backed shoes during the summer. Cracked heel problems can be relatively mild, with dry or flaky skin, to very severe and painful, with hard skin and deep fissures that are prone to bleeding and make walking uncomfortable. Cracked heels can be improved by taking care of the feet by using a natural foot scrub and pumice stone to slough away dead skin and moisturizing with a highly concentrated emollient base, petroleum jelly or a healing, natural oil, such as olive or sesame, urea or alpha hydroxy acid. Some prescription creams may be required in resistant cases. If one has certain skin conditions, like psoriasis, scrubbing is not advised.

Cracked heels

While many people look forward to a refreshing, cool autumn after a long, hot summer, it’s important to remember that your skin needs to be treated differently as the seasons change. Changing your beauty and skincare routine regularly, depending on the weather, and remaining in close contact with your dermatologist, can keep your skin looking beautiful year round.

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Three things that everyone should do to protect one’s skin in the autumn

2020-11-02T13:22:00.008+00:00

THREE THINGS THAT EVERYONE SHOULD DO TO PROTECT ONE’S SKIN IN THE AUTUMN.

It’s not just the leaves that change with the welcoming of autumn; your skin does, too. While the autumn weather may encourage outdoor activities, your skin retains less moisture because of the cooler, drier air. The same happens indoors as the heat goes on and up. Key symptoms of “autumn skin” include dryness, dull and sallow skin tone, sun spots, flaking and irritation as well as the flare-up of some chronic conditions.

Your skin can remain beautiful and glowing, however, if you treat it correctly and make some minor adjustments to your beauty regime to account for the change of seasons.

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During the fall, the skin needs extra nourishment and protection. Three things that everyone should do to protect one’s skin in the autumn include:

drinking lots of water to remain hydrated,
applying moisturizer before going outside to give it time to be absorbed and
continue to use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.

Holistic approach to natural beauty

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HOLISTIC WAY OF BEAUTY: Beauty from the inside out

2020-11-01T01:12:00.025+00:00

HOLISTIC WAY OF BEAUTY: Beauty from the inside out.

Are you one of those people who own a moisturizer for the face, a lotion for the oily T-zone, a cream for the eyes, another cream for the neck, a rich balm for the hands, and maybe three or five different masks that are diligently applied every night? Do you own separate creams for your feet, hands, bottom, and belly area? Do you treat your hair with at least five different products every morning, starting with shampoo, followed with a conditioner, straightener, volume boosting foam, hair spray, and maybe a serum for split ends? Do you apply an antiperspirant topped with a spritz of a fragrance?

I bet you said yes to at least some of these questions. If you did, welcome to the world of synthetic beauty, where each and every skin area is treated in isolation from the rest of the body; where hair is simply a pretty accessory that needs to be dyed, glossed, ironed, and puffed; where nails are as glossy as your gel extensions permit; and where skin problems are managed with layers of expensive serums and acid peels, without real understanding of what’s causing all those blemishes, spots, and wrinkles.

But there is another kind of beauty. It is called holistic beauty. The key word here is “holistic,” a novel approach to beauty and well-being in general. Based on holos, a Greek word meaning "whole, entire," holistic health stresses that all aspects of our existence—psychological, physical, and social—should be taken into account and seen as a whole. Unlike symptomatic health, where symptoms are treated and not the whole body, holistic principles of well-being use natural diet, herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, relaxation, meditation, and alternative medicine practices such as acupuncture, homeopathy, and massage therapy to achieve the optimal state of well-being.

When it comes to beauty, holistic principles view our skin, hair, and nails nota s visible body parts that need constant cleansing, polishing, painting, exfoliating, and dyeing to keep them pretty, but as integral parts of our well-being that can be improved with nutrition, relaxation, and probably a detox if exposed to synthetic toxins or suffering from congestion and possibly adverse conditions. Holistic beauty treats the face, body, hair, and nails as parts of the whole picture. Healthy skin and hair begin with the healthy liver, healthy bowels, healthy ovaries, and of course the healthy mind.

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The holistic way of beauty teaches us to be proactive, not reactive. Instead of rubbing an expensive and potentially toxic cream into your wrinkles, let’s try and prevent visible signs of aging with focused nutrition, supplements, sun protection, and stress relief. Instead of rubbing our skin with prescription medications to stop hair loss, turn to vitamins, acupuncture, and massage. Don’t spend a fortune on gel nails if you can grow your own with simple changes in your diet and self-massage. Here is how holistic beauty interconnects all aspects of alternative medicine:

1. HEALTHY MIND: By adopting a positive mind-set, you will be less likely to make unhealthy choices in your diet or beauty regimen. When you stop falling prey to clever marketing and celebrity pressure, you will be able to fully concentrate on how your body feels and what you truly need to look and feel beautiful.

2. HEALTHY EMOTIONS: As you learn to stress less over minor things, you will enjoy a relaxed, glowing complexion with fewer blemishes and spots triggered by chronic stress. Nasolabial (nose to mouth) folds and forehead frowns will diminish, not because of expensive creams and injectable fillers, but thanks to relaxed facial muscles, improved circulation, and better sleep.

3. HEALTHY SKIN: When you stop being too demanding and anxious about your looks, clear skin and glowing hair follow. By eliminating unhealthy, toxic chemicals from your beauty routine and re-placing them with natural alternatives, you are investing in the best health insurance possible—inside and out.

4. HEALTHY APPROACH: Equipped with knowledge about the healing powers of stress relief, healthy sleep, and natural skincare, you will become your own natural beauty expert who does not rely on store-bought kits and tools to deal with beauty di-lemmas. Using simple natural ingredients and a little patience, you can deal with any cosmetic trou-ble, be it dry skin, blemishes, weak hair, brittle nails, or even cellulite.

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Natural Hair Treatment: dealing with hair loss and promoting healthy hair through healthy scalp.

Natural Hair Treatment: dealing with hair loss and promoting healthy hair through healthy scalp.

2020-10-15T03:45:00.003+00:00

NATURAL HAIR TREATMENTS

Hair is probably the last organ to benefit from any nutritional boost, so it is necessary to nourish it not just from the inside out, but also from the outside in. Once a week (or twice if your hair is very damaged and brittle) give your hair an extra-nourishing oil treatment. You can also try a very simple scalp massage. It helps improve blood circulation and relieve tension, thus helping to nourish the hair follicles with fresh oxygen and nutrients.

Scalp massage is especially beneficial if you suffer from a dry, flaking scalp; seborrhoea (a skin condition that makes your scalp itchy, red, and covered with pimples); or if you are concerned about hair loss. There are no set rules for scalp massage other than it should be done with firm pressing movements and last for three minutes or more. Rub, press, and glide your fingertips across your scalp and down to the temples, as long as it feels good and doesn’t scratch or pull your hair. Scalp massage, invokes an immense sense of relaxation and brings a lovely glow to your skin. After eight to ten minutes, shampoo your hair again and go on styling as usual.

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HEALTHY SCALP

Glowing, strong hair starts with a healthy scalp. Ironically, the hair as we see it is made of dead, flattened keratin cells, and only a tiny part hiding underneath the scalp is living and reproducing. Hair grows from a dermal papilla hiding in a hair follicle nourished by blood vessels. To maintain healthy growth, cells in papilla must receive enough nutrients and oxygen from surrounding dermal tissue.

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Hair-forming cells are one of the fastest-dividing in the human body, so if you notice change for worse in your hair condition, it’s a clear sign that your general health has taken change for worse too.To nourish the scalp, prepare a purée of 2 apricots and 1 ripe peach by mashing them with a fork or blending in a food processor. Apply to clean, towel- dried hair, leave for eight to ten minutes, and rinse off. You hair will be very shiny and bouncy. Stress, hormonal imbalance, certain medications, and even fever can dry out the scalp and make it less able to nourish and support hair follicles. Following a healthy diet with ample amounts of essential fatty acids, zinc, iron, copper, and iodine will maintain healthy hair growth and help prevent scalp problems such as dandruff and seborrhea.

DEALING WITH HAIR LOSS

We normally shed somewhere between fifty and one hundred hairs every day, but nutritional deficiencies such as lack of protein or iron, ongoing emotional or physical stress, dandruff or eczema, and hormonal changes can all cause your hair to leave its “habitual residence” at a quicker pace, more than a few hundred a day. A recent study found other hidden causes of hair loss in women: multiple marriages, longer sleep duration, higher severity of stress, smoking history, lack of exercise, history of diabetes mellitus, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and hypertension. Women are particularly prone to hair loss during times of profound hormonal changes, for example, when they start or stop taking a contraceptive pill or during pregnancy or menopause. There are many traps and natural disasters that threaten our path to a glowing, strong mane of hair. Thankfully, there are ways to preserve your crowning glory.

Stress can be a major hair scavenger. It has been estimated that physical stress, such as childbirth, can trigger dramatic but temporary hair loss of up to 50 percent. Thinning hair can be due to a lack of iron, so if your hair loss is accompanied with fatigue, pale skin, headaches, sore tongue, brittle nails, and muscle cramps, you may be well on your way to iron deficiency.

Eat a lot of lean red meat, beef and chicken liver, lentils, soybeans, fortified oatmeal, spinach, and green leafy vegetables. An underactive thyroid can also be a cause for hair loss. Foods rich in iodine, such as haddock or cod, can help restore balance, but you must check with your health practitioner to rule out any thyroid diseases.

Hair loss may also be due to poor circulation. Scalp massage with castor seed oil is a very potent, traditional remedy for hair loss, so try to pair a castor oil scalp massage with meditation or yoga. Don’t forget to rub the remaining castor oil into your lashes or eyebrows to help them grow strong. Do not believe in the myth (it’s very common in hair salons) that vitamins rubbed into hair or scalp will stop your hair loss. The only way vitamins can benefit your hair is through balanced diet and careful supplementation.

Handle your thinning hair with care: avoid brushing it too vigorously; steer clear from appliances that pull, scorch, or twist the hair; and ideally leave the hair to dry naturally. Add good proteins, essential fatty acids, and calcium to your diet; sleep the recommended seven hours at least; and examine your lifestyle for any “hair enemies” such as stress, “fast-food” diet, too much styling, harsh hair dyes, chlorinated water, or excessive sun exposure without a hat.

When all fails, remember these words by a woman whose hair length barely reached two inches, yet who was (and is) the loveliest, most sincere beauty icon of all time: “The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” - Audrey Hepburn

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How a good night sleep can help you look beautiful and rejuvenate your skin.

2020-10-06T02:35:00.002+00:00

Become a Sleeping Beauty: How a good night sleep can help you look beautiful and rejuvenate your skin.

Did you know that a good night sleep is probably the most powerful rejuvenating cosmetic procedure available? Research shows that sleep really can enhance your appearance. According to a recent study, sleep-deprived people are perceived as less attractive and less healthy, compared with those who look well rested.

Your physical beauty begins in your mind. We all know that worries and anxiety are bad for our health and that you can literally worry yourself sick. But your lack of sleep can bring a whole new host of beauty worries for you. When you don’t sleep enough, your body needs to push itself twice as hard to survive on a brink of fatigue. Your body sends energy from already depleted resource where it’s needed most: to the heart, brain, muscles, intestines, and endocrine glands. Skin and hair are the last in the list of priorities when our body has access to very limited amount of a recharge time. A lack of healthy circulation to the skin leads to sallow skin, brittle nails, and dark under-eye circles.

When we feel sleepy, our body attempts to put us in a state called “sleep homeostasis.” The amount of sleep each of us needs varies from person to person, but adults generally need around seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Any less than that, and you begin accumulating your “sleep debt.” This snowballing sleep deprivation has disastrous effect on our looks, including the following:

Red, puffy eyes and increased number of wrinkles around the eyes. As we sleep less, our eyes are more prone to dehydration, which in turn causes micro-injuries to tiny blood vessels in the eye. Result? Redness, puffiness, and dark eye circles as the blood vessels in the lower lid area work hard and often get exhausted “serving” the skin around the tired eye with a fresh supply of oxygen and nutrients.
More blemishes and increased skin dryness. The immune system is weakened without sleep. The number of white blood cells within the body decreases, as does the activity of the remaining white blood cells. The body also decreases the amount of growth hormone produced.
Wider waistline. When sleep deprivation mounts, the ability of the body to metabolize sugar declines, turning more sugar into yet more fat accumulating in the abdominal area. Sleep deprivation reduces levels of leptin, an appetite- depressing hormone. These two changes could lead to abdominal weight gain and contribute to your risk of diabetes.
Sagging facial muscles causing drooping eyelids and deepened naso labial (nose to corner of the mouth) folds. With chronic sleep deprivation, blood circulation in the facial area is weakened. As a result, facial muscles get fewer nutrients to remain strong and flexible. The continuous frown of tired face becomes permanent, causing even more wrinkles and sagging.

There are less visible but even more dangerous effects of sleep deprivation:

Increased risk of breast cancer;
Increase in stress hormones circulating in the blood;
Increased inflammation, one of the key elements in the development of heart disease;
High blood pressure, even in young people;
Reduced short-term memory and concentration;
Compromised verbal abilities;
Increased irritability, aggression, and hostility. Stroke, heart attack, diabetes—these are just some of the diseases that are triggered by sleeping fewer than six hours a night.

When is the right time to doze off?

Our body clock, known as the circadian rhythm, is a twenty four hour cycle in biochemical and physiological processes. Disruption of this clock result to all the negative effects mentioned above. Circadian rhythms are affected by external cues called zeitgebers, a term borrowed from German language meaning “time-givers.” The main “time-giver” for human beings is daylight. When the sun is up or when we create an artificial sunlight with lamps or candles, our eyes send the information on the lengths of the day and night to the pineal gland - a tiny structure shaped like a pine cone located on the hypothalamus. In response, the pineal secretes the hormone melatonin. Secretion of melatonin peaks at night and nearly stops during the day.

THE FUNCTION OF MELATONIN

The quality of our sleep and the rhythmical function of our body clock are governed by the hormone melatonin. Known as the “hormone of darkness,” melatonin is a powerful antioxidant, reportedly six to ten times more effective than vitamin E. Lack of melatonin is linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases; glaucoma; depressive disorder; breast, prostate, liver, ovarian, and colorectal cancers; and melanoma. As a natural antioxidant with immunity-enhancing properties, this cancer scavenger protects skin cells and mitochondrial DNA and stimulates the release of anti-inflammatory substances such as interleukins and interferon, according to the findings by scientists from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York. Lack of sleep, nighttime work, frequent wakefulness, and sleeping with a light source in the bedroom all disrupt normal circadian rhythms and may increase the risk of developing cancer. Even a dim light in the bedroom can seep through eyelids and disrupt melatonin release.

It has been suspected that women who sleep with a light source in their bedrooms have an increased risk for breast cancer. As a hormone, melatonin counteracts the effects of ESTROGEN. Low levels of melatonin during the night automatically mean higher levels of reproductive hormones fluctuating in the woman’s body during the day. As a result, sleep-deprived women or those who must work during the night have higher risk of breast and other hormone dependent cancers.

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Melatonin appears to protect our youthful looks as well. Melatonin helps protect our skin from UV skin damage and also helps the skin to produce another powerful protective substance, vitamin D.

There are several natural ways to preserve melatonin levels. Thankfully, these healthy lifestyle changes also help boost your mood and improve sleep. Increase your daytime and especially morning sunlight exposure; Eliminate all sources of light in your bedroom. Keep your bedroom dark and quiet. Get rid of night lights, alarm clocks with visible digits, and plug off all electric appliances to avoid those red and green LED lights shining from the corners. Your bedroom should be so dark, you should not be able to see your fingers if you stretch your arm.

DELICIOUS SLEEPING CURES

The traditional sleep remedy, a cup of warm milk at bedtime, has a lot of scientific studies proving its worth. Milk contains tryptophan, an essential Amino acid, which is a precursor of sleep improving neurotransmitter serotonin. Foods that contain tryptophan and increase serotonin levels include turkey, fish, chicken, cheese, nuts, eggs, and beans. Complex carbohydrates, such as a scoop of brown rice, a handful of nuts, or a few tablespoons of legumes, are essential to helping your brain properly process the tryptophan in protein.

Zinc and magnesium are great not just for your skin and hair condition; these minerals are important for healthy sleep. Magnesium supplements can be used for sleep support. Buckwheat, tomato paste, artichokes, spinach, almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium, while shellfish (especially oysters), beef, dairy, beans, and oats are excellent sources of zinc. Combine them creatively and eat them at dinner for an easier drift into sleepiness.

Eat a lot of cherries in all forms: fresh, dried, frozen, or as a juice. Cherries are believed to be one of the most concentrated sources of melatonin. Melatonin from food enters the bloodstream and binds to sites in the brain where it helps restore the body’s natural levels of melatonin, which can help enhance the natural sleep process. Bananas, corn, and oats also contain melatonin, but in considerably smaller amounts.

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2020-10-05T04:00:00.004+00:00

DEALING WITH DARK EYE CIRCLES

Dark pigment under your eyes and thin skin that makes blood vessels more visible can be inherited. But it can also be a sign of an iron deficiency, blocked sinuses, hay fever, and plain ol’ dehydration. Too much junk food and not enough sleep or fresh air may also be to blame.

After some research, studies have shown, that the use of iridescent eye brighteners and brightening eye drops increase on Monday mornings after weekend indulgences in fast food, late nights, and oxygen-lacking air in bars and restaurants. Here are some ideas that will chase your dark eye circles to the nearest exit:

1. If you strain your eyes a lot because of work or leisure, make sure to keep your blood sugar levels even. Nothing helps eyes more than regular healthy snacks of whole grain wheat breads and low-glycemic toppings such as tahini, guacamole, or soft low-fat cheese.

2. Cook homemade food at least three times a week. It’s not as hard as you think. In most cases, quick-frying a fish fillet and whisking up a quick salad takes fifteen minutes—you’ll spend the same time driving to the nearest fast food joint or much more waiting for your meal in a restaurant. Eating natural foods at home will ensure a steady supply of vital nutrients and you will immediately notice changes in your outlook—literally.

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3. Getting out in fresh air will load up your system with oxygen which in turn boosts circulation. Walk at least thirty minutes a day to get your skin glowing. Running makes wonders to your complexion, but if you feel that your skin is flushed after a good run, try another exercise. Broken facial capillaries have never made anyone look better.

4. Blocked sinuses may cause dark circles as well as puffiness. Before you reach for a nasal spray with a solution that will temporarily constrict blood vessels in the area, try sinus-unblocking face massage. Press your skinf irmly several times starting at the nose of your bridge, then following to sinus pressure points (located where your nose meets your cheeks) and further toward your cheekbones.

To add more interest to the massage, prepare your own sinus-clearing face massage oil by adding 2 drops each of eucalyptus, rosemary, tea tree, and lavender essential oils to 100 mL (3.3 fl. oz.) of lightweight, non-comedogenic oil such as jojoba, grapeseed, or rice ban.

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Health and Beauty Benefits of drinking black tea with lemon

2020-10-01T01:11:00.023+00:00

What Are The Benefits Of Drinking Black Tea With Lemon?

Adding a slice of lemon in a glass of tea is a native Russian tradition. It is believed that this drink helps to cope with various diseases, as lemon is a source of vitamin C that effectively activates the immune system. In addition, this drink stimulates sweating and contributes to dilution and removal of mucus.

Anti aging

adding lemon to your black tea cup will slow down the aging process due to antioxidants, prevent the development of cancerous tissues and have a positive effect on brain functioning.

The consumption of this beverage helps to clear the body of excessive amounts of cholesterol. Lemon also helps to clean the liver.

As a Cardiovascular agent

Black tea is a natural source of caffeine that can optimize the function of the heart and blood vessels, improves the functioning of the kidneys and digestive tract if you drink it moderately. Some experts say that it can prevent the onset of diabetes.

Lemon on the other hand has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. It helps to expand the blood vessels, making their walls more elastic and strong. It also optimizes metabolic processes.

Black tea with lemon improves blood circulation, which helps to increase efficiency, focus, improves attention and memory. Among other things, such a drink may be considered to prevent stroke.

Good for weight loss

Experts say that black tea with lemon is an excellent gift for those who want to lose weight.

Lemon isn’t just good for detox and strengthening the body, but it has also proved to be an effective weapon in losing some pounds. Many experts and nutritionists claim that the lemon contains all the necessary elements that help burn fat and and also reduce appetite ifthus speed up the weight loss.

As an antibacterial

If you drink it cold you will effectively quench thirst, add vitality and energy. It also improves mood.

It is worth drinking when you have abdominal infections and problems with the oral cavity as Doctors say it works as antibacterial. This drink is also a source of large quantities of tannins that contribute to the formation of certain amino acids. It is soothing and eliminates the inflammation of the digestive tract.

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Side effects and daily dosage

This drink can have a negative effect on you if you drink too much of it. Thus, scientists have argued that excessive drinking of black tea can lead to sleepiness and fatigue (up to chronic fatigue syndrome), depression, disorders of the nervous system, and rheumatoid arthritis. The optimal amount of tea per day is 3-4 cups. The maximum safe amount is up to 6 cups. Glaucoma patients and pregnant women should avoid it as black tea is a source of caffeine, so it shouldn’t be taken with glaucoma since it is able to increase the effectiveness of the eye pressure. Pregnant women should limit the consumption of this tea up to 1-2 cups per day. Strong black tea can cause insomnia. It can have a detrimental effect on the nervous state of the newborn, causing insomnia, excitement and so on. Don’t drink it if you have gastritis. Black tea with lemon isn’t appropriate, if you are suffering from stomach ulcer or gastritis with excessive acidity. It should also be noted that lemons can cause an allergic reaction in some cases and therefore its use isn’t recommended if you are allergic to citrus.

Should I drink it every day?

Drinking black tea with lemon will do you a lot of good if you make it a daily habit. I recommend taking it first thing in the morning because lemon will help you to detoxify while caffeine will take care of the invigorating effect. It is best if you add the lemon juice when the drink colds down a bit so you won’t destroy its vitamins.

Some more benefits of black tea

Contains polyphenols that help protect cells and DNA from damage.
Contain Amino acid L-theanine which helps to relax and can increase concentration.
Contains a specific antigen that helps to strengthen resistance.
Contains fluorine, therefore it helps to protect the teeth and bones.
It is enriched with antioxidants theaflavins, thearubigins and catechins, which can help protect against certain types of cancer.
Invigorates more than green tea, as it contains more caffeine.

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Face cleansers: what do I really need? (Basics for Natural Facial Cleansing)

2020-09-27T00:26:00.068+00:00

Face cleansers: what do I really need? (Basics for Natural Facial Cleansing)

Cleansing (morning and night for oily skin, just at bedtime for dry skin) and moisturizing (all skin types) are the basics of daily skincare, according to dermatologist Jeanette Jacknin, author of Smart Medicine for Your Skin and founder of the J.J.M.D. Botanical Dermatology skincare line. She says that soaps are generally too harsh and drying for facial skin, so use a non soap cleanser instead, preferably one that is pH balanced. Oily skin will need a toner after washing to control oil secretion, and then a moisturizer, while dry skin only needs the moisturizer. “Men’s skin is actually thicker, rougher, and more oily and sweaty than women’s skin,” notes Jacknin. “Also, men have the special challenges of a beard. So, while as a man you may borrow your wife’s or girlfriend’s lotion, you may also want to find a skincare line made especially for you.”

The next two natural skincare routine are exfoliation - to remove dead skin cells from the skin surface, and facial masks - which deep clean, nourish and revitalize skin. These steps should be done once or twice a week, depending on skin type and the strength of the exfoliator or mask.

Exfoliates come in two forms: abrasives, which physically rub off the dead skin cells; and chemical, which dissolve or peel away the surface skin layer. Natural abrasives include oatmeal and sugar granules, while fruit sugars and fruit acids, from pumpkin, apple or papaya, for example, provide natural chemical peels. Look for products with fruit derived exfoliates or make your own. Take advantage of professional exfoliation and facial treatments by estheticians and spas that use professional product lines with plant-based ingredients.

Cleansing System

The final step in any skincare routine is sun protection. Wearing essential clothing, including hats, sunglasses and long sleeves, and staying out of the midday sun should be your first choices for protecting your skin from rays that can age and damage it. When in the sun, wear a mineral-based sun block such as zinc oxide, which stays on top of the skin, rather than getting absorbed, and forms a physical barrier to both UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays. Also, watch out for nano-minerals; these have been broken into particles small enough to be absorbed by the skin during the manufacturing process, with possibly harmful results, according to experts. Unfortunately, government does not require that nano-minerals be listed on labels, so consumers must do their own research.

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What about makeup?

Our skin absorbs 60 percent of what goes on it, and many cosmetics are full of unregulated, untested petrochemicals. Does that mean I shouldn’t wear any makeup? Not at all. Makeup artist Jessa Blades, says that switching over to natural, safe, mineral and plant based cosmetics is easy, as long as you are realistic. In general, the fewer ingredients used, the safer the product.

“Give natural products a bit of time,

and don’t be so hard on them,”

Tips for going natural

1) Switch slowly; don’t dump all your old favorites all at once;

2) Go natural on the products you use everyday, such as concealer and lipstick, which gets absorbed directly into the bloodstream when you eat or lick your lips;

3) Change your expectations, as natural makeup is not as long lasting, inexpensive or easy to find as the more common, but toxic, stuff.

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10 Nutritional "Don’ts" that Ruin Your Natural Beauty

2020-09-26T01:54:00.026+00:00

Nutritional Don’ts that Ruin Your Natural Beauty

1. Don’t eat heavily processed foods that are “enriched” with stabilizers, preservatives, and other synthetic junk.
2. Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast.
3. Don’t eat fried foods. Bake, broil, or grill foods andmake sure your meats do not burn.
4. Don’t clean your plate just to be polite. Eat only as much as you want. Do not eat leftovers after your kids are finished with their food.
5. Don’t crash diet: not all of the newest diet crazes will produce sustainable weight loss results, and many diets can actually damage your health and good looks.
6. Don’t buy food in tins and cans: the plastic lining of cans leaches dangerous phthalates into your food. Opt for glass packaging. Purchase
dried legumes, and soak overnight before cooking.

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7. Don’t use hydrogenated fats in cooking. Hydrogenated fats may increase free radicals in the body. Olive oil or butter is a better choice than margarine.

8. Don’t consume foods and beverages that are overloaded with sugar. And don’t make the mistake of thinking that diet drinks are healthier for you. Artificial sweeteners that are used in diet beverages are known to disrupt your health even more than sugar does.
9. Don’t shop on an empty stomach. Set some time aside to plan your meals for the week ahead. Shop at farmers markets and food co-ops, where you can get fresh, local foods.
10. Don’t get discouraged. Be kind to yourself. Eating healthy will not become your habit for life if you look at it as a burden.

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10 Nutritional Do’s for a Healthy and Glowing Skin

2020-09-22T02:30:00.004+00:00

10 Nutritional Do’s for a Healthy and Glowing Skin

1. Eat fish atleast twice a week. Choose smaller fish varieties and avoid farmed fish.

2. Add healthy oils rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 essential fatty acids to your diet and eliminate all processed fats and oils from your meals.

3. Eat more fiber in the form of oatmeal, oat bran, dried beans, peas, carrots, broccoli, artichokes, apples, oranges, grapefruits, and whole grains. You can also add bran flakes to any ground meat or vegetable stew recipe.

4. Cut down on sugar, which speeds up skin aging and contributes to weight gain. Replace sugar with stevia or honey and gradually “teach” your taste buds to enjoy l ess sweet desserts. Replace simple carbs with complex carbs.

5. Eat more fruits and vegetables. They are full of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Colorful fruits and vegetables provide more antioxidants than pale-colored ones. Eat at least two different vegetables with lunch and dinner every day.

6. Drink more water, diluted juices, and green tea. Eat lots of water-rich fruits and vegetables, which are a better source of hydration as the water in plant cells is better absorbed by the body.

7. To maintain collagen and elastin levels, consume good-quality protein from organic or ethically farmed meat, oily fish, beans, nuts, legumes, and soy products.

8. Eliminate trans-fats, artificial dyes, synthetic spices, and preservatives from your foods.

9. Use spices, fresh herbs, and garlic generously to add vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to your meals.

10. Go organic. If organic dairy, eggs, or meats are not available, choose free- range options.

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NATURAL MANICURES IN 8 SIMPLE STEPS

2020-09-17T17:23:00.007+00:00

NATURAL MANICURES IN 8 SIMPLE STEPS

Treat your hands with a natural manicure once a week. It takes only fifteen minutes of your time and is a great alternative to chemical-laden nail salons where you inhale acetone and formaldehyde vapors while being treated to “professional quality” nail products loaded with artificial dyes, fragrances, and preservatives.

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To begin with, remove nail polish (if you wear it) with acetone free polish remover. Then, rinse your nails with cold water to remove all traces of the chemicals.
Prepare a nail bath by immersing 2–3 packets of green or herbal teas in a bowl of very hot water. Allow the herbs to infuse while the water cools down, and when the water is warm, add 2–3 drops lavender, rosemary, or chamomile essential oil.
Soak your fingertips in the water for five to seven minutes. Rub your cuticles with a slice of lemon and allow the juice to sit on your fingertips for three to five minutes.
Gently push your cuticles back with a wooden stick with a little cotton moistened with vegetable oil. Do not cut your cuticles. If there’s a bit of overgrowth, you can gently file them off with a glass file.
File your nails in the desired shape using strokes, aiming from nail corners toward the center of the nail.
Instead of a paraffin treatment, the healing power of honey can be used for your weekly hand wrap. If the skin on your hands tends to crack—these cracks can be extremely painful when they occur around fingernails—cover your hands with honey whisked with an egg yolk, and cover with plastic gloves, then warm mittens.
Leave the honey on your hands for at least thirty minutes or overnight, if you can, then rinse off and apply a hand cream or cuticle oil.
If you are not in the mood for nail polish, buff your nails and massage a little nail oil into the surface. If you do wear nail polish, choose toluene-free, formaldehyde-free brands. There are many mainstream brands that remove toxic nasties from their nail polishes, so it’s worth checking the label of your favorite nail products in case they have turned for better. And when you paint your nails, stay near the open window if you can so that you don’t inhale too much solvent vapors.

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HOW FOODS CONTAINING ANTIOXIDANTS CAN HELP REVERSE AGING

2020-09-14T02:23:00.009+00:00

HOW FOODS CONTAINING ANTIOXIDANTS CAN HELP YOU REVERSE PREMATURE AGING

When planning your shopping list, aim for antioxidants. Environmental pollutants, smoking, drinking, a nutritionally deficient diet, and excessive sun exposure all generate free radicals—oxygen molecules with one electron which allows them to hold firm every molecule available. As long as they can hold onto the molecule, the destruction by oxidation begins. When our bodies become oxidized too quickly, they begin to age prematurely, with all the unpleasant side effects that come along with that. Not only are antioxidants vitally important to ward off premature aging, they support your whole body’s functioning, which, in turn, brings a healthy glow that no bronzer is able to fake. Some of the most important dietary antioxidants are green tea polyphenol, curcumin, genistein from soy, resveratrol from grapes, and lycopene from tomatoes and carrots. When consumed regularly, they add to the mighty punch against cancers of the skin, prostate, breast, lung, and liver. They also keep your skin glowing and hair flowing no matter your age.

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SOME NATURAL SOURCES OF ANTIOXIDANTS:

Fruits and vegetables with the most intense colors are highest in age-rewinding phytochemicals. It makes your life a bit easier as you approach the fresh produce aisle. Beetroot, aubergines, all kinds of berries, broccoli, spinach, sweet potato, kale, pumpkins, and butternut squash—as long as the produce is brightly colored, grab it and place it into your basket. No guesswork required! There are thousands of antioxidant combinations in brightly colored fruits and vegetables, and some antioxidants exist only in a single type of plant. Some of them are especially helpful in achieving a glowing, resilient complexion.
Green tea contains antioxidant polyphenols that help prevent skin damage from excessive sun exposure. In this way, green tea can help prevent skin cancer if taken orally or applied topically as a toner or when included in a moisturizer. You can strengthen the sun protective potency of your sun cream by lightly misting your skin with green tea and allowing it to soak in and dry before applying the moisturizer. Just one or two cups of green tea daily will strengthen your skin’s defenses against the sun.
Milk thistle is a well-studied antioxidant herb that contains a unique flavonoid, called silymarin. It is commonly taken by people with liver diseases, but recent studies show that silymarin also helps prevent skin cancer by neutralizing free radicals generated by sun exposure or less-than-pristine environment.
Aloe vera contains enzymes that protect skin cell membranes from free radical damage. Perhaps this explains the soothing and healing effect that aloe vera gel has on damaged or sunburnt skin. There are many varieties of aloe Vera juices in health food stores. Aloe vera juice has a very bitter taste, so it is usually sweetened with honey or agave syrup. For skincare applications, the unsweetened variety is better because it will be less sticky.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) helps maintain youthful energy production in all cells of the body, especially in the heart, brain, and skin. This vital enzyme can be obtained naturally from oily fish such as mackerel, sardines, and salmon, or from whole grains. You can also take it as a supplement.
Lycopene is a carotene found in tomatoes but also in other red fruits and vegetables, such as red carrots, watermelons, and papayas. Lycopene is simply brilliant when it comes to skin protection against harmful sun exposure. When our skin is exposed to sunlight, it immediately suffers from photodamage and oxidative stress, which may lead to skin cancer. When applied to the skin or taken as a food, lycopene decreases inflammation, protects skin DNA , and reduces skin thickness, which is often a result of sun damage. The antioxidant activity of skin treated with lycopene was found to be ten times higher than untreated skin. Tomato paste is the best source of lycopene, along with carrot and tomato juices. You can also take a lycopene supplement—start taking it daily at least one month before your summer vacation to greatly diminish the risk of sunburn and long-term skin damage.

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7 SIMPLE TIPS FOR SUPPLE AND GLOWING LIPS

2020-09-08T01:45:00.001+00:00

SIMPLE TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR LIPS SUPPLE AND GLOWING

Did you know that your lip gloss is a great-great-grandson of the first-ever cosmetic product created? Lip decorations with precious stones were used by women in Mesopotamia dating back to 3500 BC, while ancient Egyptians used seaweed and iodine to add color to their lips. Since the mid-1800s, most lipsticks were colored with lead-containing pigments, and this practice continues today despite numerous scientific studies dating back to the 1850s about dangerous effects of lead on human health.

Lipsticks, lip glosses, and lip balms are mainstays in any woman’s beauty stash, and they are thankfully easy to make at home. All you need is a chunk of a solid butter such as cocoa and a few drops of vegetable oil. You can also add a pinch of any mineral glitter to the melted cocoa butter to create your own custom-blended and absolutely natural lip color plus you do not risk swallowing any mineral oil, artificial dyes, phthalates, or lead-containing pigments found in many conventional lip products. You don’t need to suffer painless injections or spend untold time reapplying “volume-boosting” lip gloss that almost always has an acrid smell of synthetic mint. Here are some simple tips to keep your lips supple and glowing:

1. After cleansing your face, pour a little oil (olive, grapeseed, or jojoba) facial oil onto an old, clean toothbrush and gently polish your lips. Massage the remaining oil into the lip contour.

2. You can use castor seed oil as an overnight remedy for cracked, chapping lips. So is organic, unprocessed honey.

3. Rub your lips with the inside of a mango skin—and, of course, feel free to eat the flesh. Mango pulp contains vitamin C and exfoliating enzymes that gently dissolve dead skin cells. You can also try this trick to give your complexion a serious fruity peel.

4. Persistently dry, chapped lips can be due to dehydration or not enough essential fats in your diet, therefore drink sufficient amount of water to keep your lips hydrated .

5. Licking your lips can also leave them sore and chapped, so make sure you always wear a lip balm that is not scented with vanilla or fruity, foody scents. The yummier your lip product, the more prone you are to licking your lips subconsciously. You can try Oriflame’s variety of organic lip products.

6. Cracked lips and dry, peeling cuticles can also be a sign you are low in B vitamins. Take a supplement to get rid of the cracks quickly. Eat beans, peas, lentils, free-range unprocessed meat, and dairy. If your lips are naturally colorfula nd free from chapping or painful cracking, you probably won’t even need lip color.

7. You can also use lime to clean your lips at least once a week.

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Important foods for your beautiful skin (Foods for Ageless Beauty) .

2020-09-02T01:57:00.016+00:00

Nourishing Skin from Inside and Out:

Using naturally effective skin care products and eating foods that fortify and foster healthy cells works to renew, repair and rejuvenate skin for lasting beauty. Many authorities believe that food rich in antioxidants , anti-inflammatory compounds and omega oils are essential ingredients for the skin.

It is common knowledge that drinking a sufficient amount of water is essential for overall health and radiant skin. With that being said let's take a look at some recommended foods and how they contribute to ageless beauty.

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Avocado:
contains a variety of skin beautifying goodies - Omega-3 fatty acids, which support healthy flexible, strong cell membrane that ensure that nutrients can enter cells and waste removed; antioxidants vitamins A and E; fortifying B-complex vitamins; lecithin to protect and strengthen cell walls and potassium to support new cell growth.
Blueberries:
they contain some of the highest antioxidants levels in food especially when they are fully ripped. They also contain skin healing and anti-inflammatory properties. The deep purple-blue color of these morsels is a reflection of the pigment rich antioxidant which improves the integrity of collagen in the skin.
Chocolate:
chocolate offers a wealth of antioxidant catechins (like those found in green tea), and work to improve hydration, skin density and circulation of blood to skin tissues for a more youthful, glowing complexion. Chocolate is also a good source of procyanidins which counter skin damage and help protect it while stimulating cellular growth and renewal. Dark chocolate offers the most beautifying benefits, so look for 65% or higher cocoa contents and consume small portions in order to manage calories and fat intake.
Cruciferous vegetables:
they include cabbage, broccoli, - they are loaded with skin beautifying compounds. It's sulfur containing phytonutrient boost the body's natural detoxification enzymes to combat and repair damaged skin. They also help neutralize carcinogens and oxidative stress on the skin, reduce inflammation and bolster immune response; and isothiacyanates which guard against breast cancer.
Dark leafy greens:
vegetables such as collard greens, parsley, spinach and Swiss chard, offer more nutrients with fewer calories than any other food. Like the cruciferous veggies, they're packed with carotenoid antioxidants. They are also excellent source of vitamins A and C which the body needs to produce and regulate the sebum in our skin and hair follicles for healthy, well conditioned skin and a supple complexion.
Green tea:

Green tea is referred to with a portfolio of age-defying antioxidants because green tea is the most minimally processed of all teas. It offers the most antioxidant polyphenol including a specific catechin believed to inhibit cancer and also beautify the skin.
Raw honey:

with an ample variety of vitamins and minerals, such as antioxidants vitamins A, C, and E; supportive vitamins D and K; amino acids; and fortifying reparative B-complex. Raw honey is packed with beautifying nutrients, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and healing compounds. The benefits are largely determined by the honey's source and environmental condition in which the bees live.
Red wine:
loaded with beneficial antioxidants and anti-inflammatory flavours, red wine is a well known source of cell-protective resveratrol. Concentrated in the skin of grapes is anti aging and anti cancer properties. resveratrol also protects the skin against ultra-violent radiation from the sun. Grapes contain some of the highest concentration of anti-inflammatory.

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Your eyes are your window to the world

2020-08-27T04:02:00.008+00:00

Simple tips on how to achieve stunning and beautiful eyes.

They say that eyes are the windows to the soul, but your eyes can also speak volumes about your general health, your physical and mental well-being. We smile, laugh, and cry with our eyes. No wonder the most important human contact is called eye contact. Maybe that’s also the reason why eye creams often cost three times as much as facial creams? Our eyes cry for more care, and not necessarily in the form of cucumber slices after a heavy night out or yet another slick of eye cream in a desperate attempt to erase those lines. How can we expect our eyes to look bright and beautiful if we deprive them of the most important things required for their health: sleep and good humor?

The skin surrounding our eyes is the most fragile on our bodies. Just as the rest of our face, the eye area is constantly withstanding the aging effects of the sun, pollution, smoke, and poor diet, but unlike our facial skin, this skin area hasf ewer oil glands to remain soft and pliable and fewer blood vessels to remain nourished. That’s why you need to double your efforts to nourish your eye area from inside and outside. Taking care of the eye:

1. The eye area is very sensitive, so if there’s one product you can afford to buy organic, make it your eye cream. You can try using… To add extra nourishment to the eye area, set aside a lightweight, “dry” skin oil such as jojoba, chia, cucumber, or argan oil for the use around eyes only. To enrich your eye cream, apply a few drops of the oil of your choice to your fingertips and gently massage (do not pull your skin!) along the eye socket toward your temples. Gentle eye massage also promotes lymph circulation, which helps reduce puffiness and dark circles.

2. Go chic with sunglasses as long as it’s not raining cats and dogs. Large sunglasses not only look glamorous, they also protect your sensitive eye area much better. Make sure your sunglasses are protecting from all types of sun rays (UVA and UVB). But most important, choose the ones that look and feel nice. You must love your sunglasses, otherwise you won’t be wearing them as often as necessary. Stick to one brand if their frames feel comfortable all day long.

3. Always remove eye makeup before cleansing your face. The simplest eye makeup remover is thin oil such as jojoba, sweet almond, or grape seed, but you can use any oil you have in your kitchen cabinet (as long as it contains no chili peppers!). Saturate a cotton pad with some oil and rub gently aiming toward the temple. Use a fresh pad for each eye—and feel free to use clean sides to remove other long-lasting bits of makeup such as lipstick. Whichever eye makeup remover product you use, take care not to not pull your skin. If you wear waterproof or long-lasting makeup, repeat the procedure before using your regular face cleansers, which will take care of any makeup remover residue.

FEED YOUR EYES

As your skin needs nutrients to remain resilient and bright, so do your eyes. There is solid scientific evidence that you can protect your vision from age-related degradation by enriching your diet with lots and lots of eye-specific antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. The best way to obtain antioxidants is from fresh fruit and vegetables—the more colorful, the better.

Eye-nourishing antioxidants are abundant in purple fruit and vegetables— for example, eggplant, red cabbage, dark grapes, blackberries, and blueberries. They contain flavonoids lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants responsible for sharp vision. Zinc, copper, and vitamin C which helps protect your vision from age-related changes such as glaucoma. Luckily, these supplements are also known to protect your skin from premature aging and to generally improve your immunity.

Essential omega-3 fatty acids are some of the most important supplements for your skin and eyes. The retina has a high concentration of omega-3, particularly DHA . Omega-3s protect eye cells from inflammation, free radicals, neurotoxins, and environmental aggressors. All good reasons to eat more fish or invest in a high-quality omega-3 supplement.

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12 INGREDIENTS TO AVOID IN SKINCARE PRODUCTS

2020-08-22T02:14:00.005+00:00

12 INGREDIENTS TO AVOID IN SKINCARE

1 Parabens (methylparaben, ethylparaben, butylparaben and everything - paraben. Also watch out for para-aminobenzoic acid and Phenotip (contains parabens).

2. Artificial fragrances: watch out for words “perfume” and “fragrance.” The only safe fragrances in skincare are derived from essential oils, and responsible manufacturers usually note that on the label.

3. Aluminum: abundant in antiperspirants but also found in sunscreens and makeup, where it’s used to create matte effect and reduce perspiration.

4. Formaldehyde: usually listed as formaldehyde resin in nail polishes and hairstyling products.

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5. Ethoxylated compounds: anything with -eth in the name, for example, sodium laureth sulfate.

6. Propylene glycol: ubiquitous in deodorants, skincare, toothpastes, and baby products.

7. Lanolin: highly irritating and comedogenic sheep wool alcohol.

8. Denatured alcohol: often listed as “SD -alcohol,” this ingredient contains traces of acetone and other toxic substances.

9. Synthetic dyes: watch out for letter and number combinations such as D&C Red 2.

10. Toluene: usually found in nail polishes and artificially scented products; often hides under BHT (butyl hydroxy toluene).

11. Paraffinum: yet another harsh emollient derived from crude oil.

12. Mineral oil: this petrochemical clogs pores and accumulates in the body.

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2020-08-22T01:42:00.005+00:00

5 MOST BENEFICIAL INGREDIENTS IN YOUR SKINCARE

1. Sunblocks: titanium dioxide and zinc oxide protect your skin from all types of sun radiation by reflecting sun rays rather than starting a long term relationship with them deep in your skin.

2. Plant oils: thin oils like jojoba and thistle deliver useful ingredients intoy our dermis; thicker oils protect from dehydration and keep skin supple.

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3. Vitamins: look for vitamins A, C, and E in the ingredient list. Avoid retinyl palmitate, though, as it has been linked to skin cancer.

4. Antioxidants: look for green tea, pomegranate, resveratrol, grape skin extract, quercetin, curcumin, beta-carotene, and lycopene.

5. Seaweed and algae: these marine beauty boosters nourish the skin with microelements, minerals, proteins, and vitamins in a completely bioavailable form.

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How to maintain a youthful look

2020-08-12T02:08:00.063+00:00

BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT

How to look naturally beautiful from head to toe:

Is it true that you are as beautiful as you feel? In the words of Alain Dattner "the most important thing that people can do for beauty is to come from peace, Joy, appreciation and happiness inside and let that radiate out on their faces".

Many experts agree that the secret of true beauty is to work from the inside out, as well as the outside in, reducing exposure to toxins, including stress, and watching what we put in our body as well as what we put on it..

How to keep my skin resilient, clear and looking beautiful:

Lifestyle issues, including stress, have a huge impact on the skin. Before you start spending money on creams and treatments, look at your eating, sleeping, working, playing and exercising habits. According to Allison Tannis, author of feed your skin, starve your wrinkles "stress, whether environmental or internal, increases the production of free radicals in the body, which leads to damage of cells including skin cells". Therefore engaging in anti stress activities, and by just relaxing boost your appearance. Adequate sleep is also important for cellular rejuvenation - which is why sleep deprivation shows show up in the face immediately, ranging from pimples and puffiness to creases and dark under eye circles. Drink a lot of water and minimize exposure to direct sunlight as that will help your skin to stay hydrated and reduce the effects of UVR from the sun.

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How to maintain a clear and radiant face:

Cleansing (morning and night for oily skin, just at bedtime for dry skin.) and moisturizing (all skin types) are the basics of daily skin care. To some extent, soaps are considered too harsh for facial skin, so use a non-soap cleanser instead, preferably one that is pH balanced. Oily skin will need a toner after washing to control secretion and then moisturizer, while dry skin only needs a moisturizer.

What type of food is good for my skin:

A healthy skin diet is high in anti-inflammatory foods and anti-oxidant that fight free radicals. In short a diet that is good for the body is good for the skin and they include:

Vegetables
Fruits

Whole grain e.g. Wheat

Lean protein
Healthy fats such as olive oil.

Helpful antioxidants can also be found in berries and brightly-colored fruits. Seeds and nuts have well known anti-inflammatory properties as well as minerals that form the building blocks of healthy skin and hair.

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