Monthly Archives: May 2009

Does Acneic Skin Need Moisturizers?

Posted for Acne On May 26, 2009

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The answer is a resounding Yes!

A very common misconception among women is that acne prone skin does not require moisturizers. This is because acne is supposed to be a consequence of oily skin and moisturizers are further thought of as something that aggravates the oiliness of the skin.

However, what most people fail to realize is that there is difference between moisture and oil. Moisturizers are hydrating substances that cover the tiny fissures of the skin and provide a soothing protective film. In fact, moisturizers slow the evaporation of the skin’s moisture and thus keep up the hydration levels.

Moisturizers are not your enemy. Rather they can be very good friends when you know what to use on acne prone skin. It’s all about getting the right moisturizer. Here are some tips to choose a moisturizer for acne prone skin.

The moisturizer should be oil-free and especially formulated for acne prone skin. It should be lightweight and preferably gel based. This makes sure that it is gentle on the skin and doesn’t add on to the oiliness of the skin.

It should contain ingredients like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid that treat acne, lessen acne sores and improve the skin quality.

Most importantly, the moisturizer should be anti-acneic and should not further irritate your acne.

Here is a great choice:

iS Clinical Hydra Cool Serum: It is a hydrating, soothing and anti-acneic moisturizer.

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Higher SPF = Better Protection: Is It True?

Posted for Sun Tanning On May 21, 2009

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There is a popular misconception among people that higher the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of a sunscreen, the better it will be able to protect against sunlight. While this may be true in theory, practically it is not possible. There have been several studies that have proven that sunscreens with SPF 50+ are just as effective as a sunscreen with an SPF 30.

What is SPF?
SPF or Sun Protection Factor is a formula to measure a sunscreens\’ ability to protect the skin from damage by UV radiation from the sun. If your skin burns after 20 minutes under the sun, a sunscreen with SPF 15 will protect your skin for 15 times longer. Thus, you can stay in the sun for 300 minutes without getting damaged.

UVB Protection
Sunscreens with SPF 15 and above generally provide superior protection against UVB radiation of from sun. Generally, SPF 15 filters out 93% of UVB rays, SPF 30 filters 97% and SPF 50 filters 98% of UVB radiation.

UVA Protection
Not all sunscreens that protect against UVB rays, protect against UVA rays. Therefore, it is important to check if the sunscreen has UVA protective ingredients like avobenzone, oxybenzone, mexoryl, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.

Efficiency of Sunscreens
The efficiency of sunscreens depends on how you use the product more than their SPF. Here are some tips to apply sunscreen so you can extract the maximum benefits.

  • Apply sunscreens all over every exposed area of your body at least 15-20 minutes before you go out in the sun so that it is absorbed well into the skin.
  • Reapply the sunscreen every two to four hours or whenever possible, especially after physically stressful activities like exercising, swimming, hiking, etc.
  • Apply a thick coat of sunscreen so that you are well protected against the harsh UV radiations of the sunlight.
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Are You Applying Your Skin Care Products The Right Way?

Posted for Skin Care On May 16, 2009

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Ever wonder why your skin care products don’t work very well for you while they produce amazing results on other women?

It might be something beyond more than just different skin types. It could be the way you use your skin care products. How you apply your skin care products has a significant influence on the results they show. Here are some tips to help you apply your skin care products properly.

Maintain the Frequency of Application
Skin care products usually come with necessary direction on how to use them. You should always know how much and how often to use your products. Be it cleansers, toners or moisturizers… don’t use more thana dime sized amount on your palmsUse evebless with eye creams!

One mistake many women make is to over-apply skin care products hoping to enhance the results. However, using more than what is required will only have negative effects on your skin.

Store the Products Well
Another factor that influences the product quality is where and how you store it. Humidity, sunlight, and environmental pollution affect the products and show on their performance on your skin. Skin care products should be stored in a cool, dry and hygienic place.

Clean Your Face
Make sure you wash your face before you apply your skin care products. It’s useless to put on products if there is dirt and debris in the skin pores..

Use Make-Up Remover
Instead of soap and plain water, use a good quality make-up remover to remove all your make-up before hit the sack. Going to bed with make up on your face will lead to clogged skin pores that further lead to acne inflammations and premature aging.

Avoid Layering Skin Care Products
Applying skin care products one on top of another just end up mixing their active ingredients and rendering them useless. Always apply skin care products first and top it over with a moisturizer and sunscreen.

Apply on Damp Skin
Ideally skin care products should be applied on damp skin. This is because moist and damp skin better allow the active ingredients of the product to penetrate through the skin surface.

Just keep track of these tips and see the efficiency of your skin care products get doubled.

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Does Higher SPF Ensure Better Protection?

Posted for Sun Tanning On May 13, 2009

Hi,

SPF or ‘Sun Protection Factor’ is a determining measure of the ability of a sunscreen to prevent sun damage. There is a widespread misconception that the higher the SPF of a sunscreen, the better the protection it offers. However, that’s not the case.

What Is SPF?
SPF is the ability of the sunscreen to protect against harsh sun rays before any damage is caused to the skin. If you can remain in the sunlight without getting burnt for about 30 minutes, then an SPF 15 product will increase the time you can spend in the sun 15 times more. That is, you can safely stay out in the sun for 30 X 15= 450 minutes.That is more than 7 hours. Now let’s talk about the 2 different Rays the sun emits.

UVB Rays
Sunscreens protect the skin against the harmful UVB rays of the sun. The UVB rays penetrate the skin surface and cause intrinsic damage. As a result, the skin begins to sag and deteriorate.

UVA Rays
Most sunscreen offer protection against UVB rays. Only some protect against UVA rays as well. Look for UVA-protective ingredients such as avobenzone, oxybenzone, mexoryl, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. This ensures broad-spectrum protection.

Tips to Apply Sunscreen

  • Shake the sunscreen container well before use so that all the active particles get mixed properly.
  • Make sure you apply the sunscreen all over your face, behind ears, on the neck, hands,arms and decolletage.
  • Always apply sunscreen about 15-30 minutes before venturing out in the sun.
  • Make sure you re-apply the sunscreen after every two to three hours, especially so if you have done any activities that can wash it off like swimming, exercising.

So go ahead! have fun in the sun… with the sunscreen and other skin care products!

Bye!

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Why Do You Need To Toss Skin Care Products Regularly?

Posted for Skin Care On May 7, 2009

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Here are some reasons why skin care products are best thrown away after a while

Shelf Life of Active Ingredients
Skin care products contain a variety of active ingredients that help relieve specific skin conditions and enhance overall quality of the skin. However, these ingredients have a definite shelf life after which they tend to degrade and lose potency. In fact, ingredients like Vitamin C can be so unstable that they get oxidized upon contact with air or sunlight. This makes the skin care product lose efficiency and hence not show any results.

Contamination
Skin care products need to be stored well in order to extend their shelf life. However, often people handle skin care products carelessly that they get contaminated as a result of poor usage. Thus the product becomes ineffective and even tends to damage the skin in some cases.

Ineffective Preservatives and Stabilizers
Skin care products contain certain preservatives and stabilizers in order to prolong their shelf lives and prevent bacterial infestation. However, sometimes these added preservative and stabilizers are so ineffective that they take toll on the active ingredients of the product thus making them useless.

Accumulation of Occlusive Ingredients
Ingredients like silicones and mineral oil create a barrier and clog the skin pores. Though skin care products contain only a small percentage of such ingredients, their regular use may accumulate and further hamper the skin quality.

So, there are many reasons why you should keep trying out new skin care products. Even if you are not convinced you can always be game to experiment!

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Pamper Your Mother With Skin Care Gifts This Mothers Day!

Posted for Skin Care On May 2, 2009

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Think of all the times your Mother has been by your side, leading you through all the ups and downs of life. Think of all the sleepless nights you put her through. Think of all the times she has put her own wishes aside to make sure you had what you wanted or needed.

It’s not easy being a Mom as you now know. They cook for you, they clean for you, they nurse you, they teach you, and they guide you throughout life.

Well, Mother\’s Day is the perfect occasion to thank her for all she has done for you and let her know how much she means to you. Let her know how much you love her. Give her flowers to charm her, chocolates to please her andsomething that will be there with her forever – younger looking and healthier skin.

We bring you an exquisite collection of special Mother\’s Day gift options that you can give your Mom and let her have the beautiful flawless complexion that she has always wanted whether she has told you or if it has been her little secret. We have packaged our best selling and most popular skin care products in special edition kits that will make a perfect choice of gift for any Mom.

Check out our website and select from an extensive range of skin care gift sets.

And if you still can’t decide what would be the perfect choice for your Mom, let her do decide on her own. Get a special Mother\’s Day Gift Certificate for her that will keep on giving. That’s right… Your Mom will have her very own gift account at Skin Care Heaven that she can use whenever she wants. She can either call us at 877-HEAVEN-3 and place an order or just log into our website and start shopping herself.

You can call us at 877-HEAVEN-3 (877-432-8363) and tell us the amount that you would like to deposit in the account. We will create an account for you and assign a Username and Password for your Mom. All she needs to do is log into her account or call us and buy products until the account is depleted.

So, what are you waiting for? Mother\’s Day is just round the corner (May 10th). Make it special by showing Mom how much you care about her!

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