Mistakes in Skin Care (2)

Yesterday I have discussed five habits that may damage the skin. Now I will add 4 more habits that we often do unconsciously that can damage the skin beauty.

1. Wash your face first rather than to wash the hair

As mentioned in previous posts, the remnants of dirt and hair moisturizer in the shampoo will pass through the neck, back, face as well, and can close the pores of the skin in this section. Therefore, to avoid double work, you should wash your hair first, then wash your face. With this, the remaining dirt will not stick in your face.

2. Like to touch the skin

Touching the face with dirty hands should be avoided. If you currently have acne, then certainly, the dirt on the hands will actually make acne more inflamed. So stop touching your face with dirty hands!

3. Lazy to clean your face before bed  

When we sleep, the skin is working hard to suck the nutrients included in the surface. If you do not clean your face before bed, then the dirt will also be absorbed by the skin. As a result the skin looks dull and unhealthy.

4. Less sleep  

As explained above, sleep is the time for the skin to regenerate the cells and absorb the nutrients. If you sleep less, then automatically the skin time to repair performance would be reduced as well. 

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Mistakes in Skin Care (1)

Unconsciously, often the habits that we do give a bad impact on our skin. For those of you who want to always have beautiful skin, you should avoid these habits :

1. Lack of drinking

Drank less not only affect overall health. Are visible, someone who is dehydrated can also be seen from the skin. The skin will be dull and dry, so that its beauty is lost. Not only that, various bacteria and viruses are also easier to attack the dry skin. So keep yourself to always drink enough to prevent dehydration.

2. Wash face with the wrong soap

Although both foaming, but the face soap has a very different content than the body soap. Using body soap to wash your face will make your skin becomes dry and rough.

3. Wrong in choosing a moisturizer

Moisturizer is very important to keep your skin stay healthy, but you should choose a moisturizer that suits with your skin type.

4. Not use sunscreen

Sunscreen is a must for skin nutrition. Leaving skin exposed to sunlight without any protection will be reduced to its beauty. In addition can cause sunburn and the appearance of black spots, it also can lead to skin cancer.

5. Not wash the back of the body after shampooing

When washing your hair after shampooing, the rest of moisturizer on the shampoo will go down through the back of the neck and back. If you don't rinse thoroughly, then the rest of moisturizer will cover the pores of the skin and often cause acne. So don't forget to always wash the back of the body after shampooing.

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Products Make Up For Sensitive Skin (2)

For those of you who have sensitive skin it should be more careful in choosing beauty products. Allergic reactions due to wrong choice of beauty products can damage your skin. Many terms are used in beauty products on the market. All you need to consider include :

Hypoallergenic

For those of you who often having allergy symptoms such as itching, redness, burning sensation on the skin, or other allergic reactions, this label should be noted. The product will be labeled hypoallergenic if it passes the test to various types of skin allergies. Each of the materials to be used will be tested to see an allergic reaction. The best materials are used to reduce allergic skin reactions.

Although it is difficult to prevent all types of skin allergies, but the majority of common allergic complaints have been tried on this product. There is no product that really guarantee there will be no allergic reaction, but at least those of you who have sensitive skin can choose a product with this label to reduce the risk of skin irritation.  

Oil-free & Mineral Oil

Products labeled "oil free" contain oil (lanolin) very little or none at all. For oily skin that are vulnerable to acne, use of these products can reduce the risk of acne. But for dry skin, never use beauty products labeled oil-free.

Mineral oil that often written in the make-up material is a light oil-based petroleum. Commonly used in lip moisturizer products. Excessive use of products that contain mineral oil can disrupt the body's natural moisture and less good for sensitive skin.

No similar effect on the cosmetic to different people. Before deciding to use a product for the long term you should do a little experiment first. Visit the make-up store and apply a little product that you select in your hands. Wait 24 hours to see the reaction. If there is a reaction to irritation or skin disorder, you should consult to dermatologist to choose the right product for you.    

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Products Make Up For Sensitive Skin (1)

Naturally sensitive skin requires special attention. Choosing the wrong beauty products can be fatal such as skin irritation, acne or other skin disorders.

There are many terms in the make-up products on the market. Starting from hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, until the term non-comedogenic. Which one is right for sensitive skin?

Fragrance-free & Unscented 

Some products for sensitive skin is also often display a label "fragrance-free". While the product "unscented" means without scent. Well be careful to distinguish between them. "Fragrance-free" means containing no artificial fragrance, while the "unscented" may be using materials that eliminate the smell of perfumes or fragrances. So the "unscented" are not necessarily free of perfumes or fragrances. 

Why is this important? Some skins have allergic reactions to artificial fragrances contained in beauty products. Not just make-up, products such as shampoo, soap, and moisturizers also often contain perfumes or fragrances.

Artificial fragrance has a different reaction in each person. Allergies, such as itching, redness on the skin, or other allergic disorders are common allergic reactions to artificial fragrances. Artificial fragrances are the five major causes of allergies in the world. Besides having adverse effects on sensitive skin, in certain people, artificial fragrances can also disturb the brain and nervous system. Dizziness or shortness of breath is one of the symptoms that arise due to this substance.

Non-comedogenic

Especially for the skin prone to comedones, these products should be considered. Products with this label means, has been tested on oily skin, which is more prone to comedones. Comedones can appear due to clogged pores of the skin by using make-up. Generally more common in oily skin.

The product is claimed to be low-risk causes comedones, blackhead or whitehead. However, the effects of these products on each skin is different. For very oily skin, you can still experience the onset of comedones due to the use of make-up that labeled non-comedogenic. If your skin is considered very oily skin, you should first test the product on your skin before deciding to buy it.

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How to Get Lighter Skin Naturally (2)

This article is a continuation of "How to Get Lighter Skin Naturally" (see here). If previously I have discussed how to use potatoes, papaya, and cucumber to make skin brighter. So this time I added two more ways to get lighter skin naturally. What are they?

Rice

Rice has long recognized as the beauty secrets of Asian women. Combined with milk, rice can be a natural face lightening ingredients. Mashed rice to a powder then mix with milk or water until thick enough. Apply to the face such as wearing masks. Let stand 15-20 minutes then wash with cold water. Rice has a high content of PABA (para aminobenzoic acid). PABA can serve as a good sunblock. In addition, rice also contains ferulis acid that act as antioxidants and allantonin that can accelerate the process of skin repair.

Tomato

The content of lycopene in tomatoes serves as a natural skin lightening. Eating tomatoes could also reduce the skin's sensitivity to UV rays that could damage the skin. The content of lycopene in tomatoes could make the skin brighter, protected from free radicals, and increase the production of a natural sunblock to the skin.  

In addition, tomatoes can also be used to lighten underarm skin. The trick, cut the tomatoes in half and then rubbed in a circular motion in the underarm. Do this for 15 minutes then wash. This ritual can be done every day.

 
As for the the face, grated tomatoes applied to the face as a mask. Let it dry and repeat to form three layers. Let stand for 20 minutes then wash with cold water. Do this treatment on a regular basis for maximum results.

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How to Get Lighter Skin Naturally

Almost all women want their skin look whiter or brighter, especially those who live in tropical regions. How to get lighter skin is the most frequently asked questions. Pollution, sun exposure, and many other factors can make the skin color becomes darker. To make the skin brighter again, some of these natural ingredients can be selected. What are they?

Potato

Potatoes are a natural ingredient that can make the skin brighter. The trick, mashed potatoes with shredded. After that, apply on face to dry. Once dry, repeat the process until it reaches three layers. Let stand 15 minutes then rinse with cold water. The second way, peel potatoes and slice thinly, then stick to the face and let sit for 15 minutes. After that wash your face. Potatoes contain catecholase enzymes that can help brighten the skin.

Papaya

Papain enzyme contained in papaya is very beneficial for the skin. These enzymes help speed up the process of skin cell turnover. Besides can make the facial skin lighter, this enzyme is also believed to disguise a black stain. Combine papaya that has been mashed with honey. Take a small towel or cloth and soak it in warm water. Wring a towel or cloth and then spread the mixture over the towel / cloth. Place the cloth over the face that had been washed clean. Let stand for 20 minutes then wash with warm water. Finally, rinse with cold water to close pores. Use once a week to get a brighter skin.

Cucumber

Cucumbers are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. In addition to lighten facial skin, cucumber can also be used to brighten the skin of the armpit. Paste the grated cucumber on the face and neck. To get more fresh effect, save the cucumbers in the refrigerator the night before. Blackened eye bags can be easily overcome by the cold and fresh cucumber slices. Slice the cucumbers crosswise and cover your eyes with a piece of cucumber. Let stand for 15-20 minutes while you relax.  

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Homemade Natural Face Mask

Having a clean and healthy facial skin? Everyone will want it, especially women. Although many ready-made masks are now offered on the market, you really can create your own mask with ease. In addition to cheap and nutritious, natural ingredients that are used also doesn't have harmful effects to the skin.

Here are some kind of natural masks that you can make yourself, and these masks can also be applied on all skin types.

Egg white mask

Mix two tablespoons of egg whites with two tablespoons of plain yogurt. Mix well and then apply into your skin. After five minutes, wipe the face with a towel that has been soaked in warm water.

The benefits of this mask is to add moisture and smoothness of the skin.

Oatmeal mask
Mix one tablespoon of oatmeal with one tablespoon of plain yogurt. Stir until evenly distributed. After that drops two to three drops of honey. Then mix again till flatten. Apply the mask on your face and leave on for 10 minutes. After that, clean with a towel that has been soaked with warm water.

In addition to moisturize and smooth the skin, this mask also serves to replace the dead skin cells with new cells, so that your skin will look brighter.

Sugar mask
Mask including the simplest sugar, because it only takes two tablespoons of sugar and three tablespoons of warm water. Combine the two ingredients till flatten, then rub on the skin of the face mask, until the water level is low. After that clean with a towel that has been soaked with warm water.

Like a scrub, this natural mask can help remove dead skin cells on the skin, and helps the skin to peel more natural and safe. In addition, the mask is also able to cleanse the skin deep into the pores. 

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Sauna Benefits for Skin Health

Sauna Benefits for Skin Health - Sauna facilities which usually available at the spa or fitness center proved very beneficial for skin health. Relaxation in the room with steam is believed to make skin brighter.

Here are some benefits of sauna for skin health :

Triggers the production of collagen   

According to Dr. Lawrence Wilson, a researcher and author of books on the benefits of sauna, collagen production increases when someone does a sauna. Increased collagen production is a good thing, because it can get rid of dead skin cells and trigger the growth of new skin cells healthier.

Increase blood flow

When doing the sauna, your heart rate can be increased up to 50 percent. Due to this increase in heart rate, blood flow increased by 30-50 percent. The smooth flow of blood makes the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin becomes more and more. As a result, the skin will look healthier and fresh flush.

Detoxification

At least 30 percent of toxins in the body can be removed through the sweat via the skin. When doing the sauna, steam causes more sweat out. When the pores open and sweat out of the body, the toxins that are stored under the skin also carried out. It takes at least two minutes in sauna room before the body starts to heat up. Once the body begins to heat up and sweat, that's where the detoxification process begins.

Help fight infection

According to researchers from the Eberhard Karls-University in Germany, sweat contains a protein called dermcidin that can help to ward off bacteria. Sweating during sauna can make this protein as a shield to protect the skin. Some types of bacteria can be resisted by this protein.

Tips 

1. When using the sauna at a public place you should use a towel as a cushion to avoid contamination from previous users.
2. For pregnant women, people with heart disease, high blood pressure, and people with a certain skin problems should consult a health care professional before using a sauna. According to The Journal of the American Medical Association, using the sauna in the early trimester of pregnancy may increase the risk of neural tube defects, it can harm the fetus.
3. After the sauna, don't forget to clean the whole body from remaining oil and sweat that stick. After that, apply a moisturizer on your face and body to prevent dry skin after exposed the sauna steam.
4. Because the sauna trigger excessive sweating on the body, make sure you drink enough water before and after using the sauna to prevent dehydration.
5. Use the sauna maximum 15 minutes to avoid unwanted effects on the body due to steam heat, like dehydration, weakness, dizziness, nausea, or dry skin.

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Antioxidants = Healthy Skin Secret

Aging is a natural thing for sure, but there is no wrong with slowing down the aging effect. In women, one of the effects of aging are wrinkles that appear on the skin. Quite often the fine wrinkles occur prematurely. Well, that's when the antioxidant is required.

What is antioxidants?

In medical journals described, antioxidants are substances that protect cells by neutralizing the attack from the outside such as sunlight, pollution, temperature extremes of weather and so on. In addition, the antioxidant also protects the body cells from attack such as emotional instability, stress and others.

When an antioxidant is needed?

With weather change, pollution and unhealthy lifestyles that many women acted, antioxidants is mandatory. Not only to treat but also prevent premature aging happens.

How to get antioxidants?

Want to give antioxidants to the skin not only be buying products that fight aging. Lots of delicious food can be consumed and contain high antioxidants. This is the list :

• Fruits : Mangosteen, various berries, apples, plums, kiwi and pineapple are the fruits that have high antioxidant.
• Vegetables : Fresh vegetables rich in antioxidants, especially spinach, red cabbage, broccoli and potatoes.
• Various nuts: Nuts not only can be a delicious snack, but also healthy. Almonds, pistachios, walnuts are a few types of nuts are rich in antioxidants.

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Common Methods To Overcome Acne

Common Methods To Overcome Acne - Acne can appear at any time and often can not be prevented from coming, especially if the main factor is the hormonal changes of puberty. There are some important steps that you can do. The following are common methods to overcome acne.

1. Always keep your face clean, wash your face with soap that matches your skin's pH on a regular basis.
2. Do a sport or physical activity that can generate a lot of sweat. When you sweat pores will open even wider to help spending excess oil. And the hotter temperature would make the oil on the skin will be more diluted, so it can be easily removed smoothly.
3. Drink plenty of water. It does look simple, but this therapy really works not only for acne problems, but even for other serious diseases. With a good system of "water" in your body, then your blood or other organs of your body will be cleaner and healthier, so it can support the healing process of acne or other diseases.
4. Avoid excessive stress, because it can also be a trigger for increased amount of acne.
5. Do not touch your acne, especially if your hands are not clean because it will only become more worsen your acne condition, it can even lead to infection.
6. Avoid fatty foods and increased consumption of vitamin C and zinc-containing foods.
7. Frequently wash your hair, especially for those of you who have oily hair. Keep your hair to not cover the face.
8. Avoid using hair products that contain a lot of oil.
9. Always clean the face of make-up before bed. Sleeping with make-up still attached will cause a blockage in the pores.
10. For blackheads acne, can be cleaned using soaps that contain scrub.

The things above are common ways that are basic steps to overcome acne. For bad acne, it takes special care to heal faster. Hopefully helpful!