Monthly Archives: February 2010

Hi,

Exfoliation is a key process in your skin care regimen. This is what helps helps to scrape off the layer of dead skin cells that accumulate on the surface and helps new skin cells to appear from underneath. However, too much of exfoliation can be damaging as you may harm the healthy skin cells and damage the skin even more.

Another way, you can end up damaging your skin during exfoliation is by using the wrong kind of product.

One of the most common misconceptions women have is that if a scrub contains harsh particles that rub against the skin, it is more effective in removing the dead cells and impurities. This is not true though! Harsh particles in scrubs can only damage your skin and nothing less.

Scrubs do polish your skin surface, but more often than not the particles they contain are too large and actually tear at your skin pores. And if you have acne prone skin, scrubs can do more harm than good. They serve to spread the acne causing bacteria over the skin and exacerbate problems. Avoid using scrubs that contain apricot seeds

Instead look for scrubs that contain fine scrubbing particles and potent ingredients like:

Hydroxy Acids
They can penetrate deep inside your skin surface and improve your complexion from the inside-out.

Salicylic Acid
It is especially good for women with oily skin. It penetrates through oil and clears debris from within the skin pores.

Lactic Acid
It is great for aging skin or hyperpigmentation. It not only increases the skin cell turnover but also moisturizes the skin. The skin becomes more radiant and softer.

Product Suggestions:

Nia 24 Physical Cleansing Scrub
It removes dead skin cells and calms, hydrates as well as soothes the skin. It contains Pro-Niasomes that wash away visible imperfections caused by the sun and aging.

Skin Care Heaven Anti-Aging Exfoliating Scrub
It gently removes dead skin cells and excess oil by delivering a soothing wave of heat, leaving the skin soft with a youthful glow.

Dr. Syrett
Skin Care Cosmetics

Hi,

One of the components that is present if the ingredients list of skin care products is the fragrances. In fact, fragrances are used in an extensive variety of products such as cosmetics, make-up products, skin care products and even hair care products. However, as much as they perfume the products, they can also be dangerous for the skin.

What are Fragrances?

Fragrances can be of two types – Natural and Artificial
Natural fragrances are scents that are made up of a mixture of essential oils and aroma compounds, fixatives and solvents that you can apply on your body to give it a pleasant smell.
Artificial fragrances are the ones that are added to beauty and skin care products in order to neutralize the odor of chemicals used in it. This way they are made to smell nice so that it appeals to the people.

Benefits of Fragrances
Skin care products are usually comprised of a number of chemical ingredients because of which they have a unpleasant odor. And this may get irritating while people use it. Therefore, fragrances are used in skin care products in order to cover the unpleasant odor of chemicals and make it more usable by people. In fact, many women consider the fragrance of a product while making a purchase!

Side Effects of Fragrances
Artificial fragrances are one of the prime causes of skin irritation and allergic reactions, especially on women with sensitive skin. This is because artificial fragrances are made from synthetic chemicals that are not suitable for the skin. In fact, fragrances with natural ingredients cam also lead to the same reactions. When these ingredients get absorbed within the skin surface, they can even damage the skin cells and harm your skin.

What are Fragrance-Free Skin Care Products?
There are many skin care products that are labeled ‘fragrance-free’ or ‘unscented’. Fragrance-free means that the skin care products doesn’t contain any odor. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean it is free of all chemicals and irritants. Rather, it could just be the case that the skin care products has been added with certain additional chemicals that masks the original odor of the formulation.

So the next time you go shopping for your skin care products, make sure you check the ingredients list of the skin care products rather then simply selecting them because they are “fragrance-free!”

Marilynn Syrett