Skin care

Find out what stage your skin is at and what skincare will benefit you, no matter what your age. We've become a society obsessed with our looks. It's been noted that we spend more on beauty products in the west than we do on education. Why are we so obsessed?  Because it's easier and more affordable than ever before. Anti-aging skincare technology  has progressed leaps and bounds. We know more about the  skin today than we ever did. There are advanced skincare  products that can erase years, and of course, the plastic  surgeon has perfected his trade such that procedures are  easier and cheaper than ever before. Are we justified in our obsession? They say that beauty is only skin deep, and while I believe this to be true it's also important to do what feels right for you.  If keeping up appearances gets you through the day then, by all means, that's what you need to do, however I must add that I'm not a fan of going under the knife. With  the huge advances made in skincare products today, I'd much prefer taking the less invasive route. Tips and Tricks  Here's a few age related tips and remedies that will help  boost your skin's appearance at any age without needles and knives. 20 Something Your skin is at its peak of beauty in your twenties, however nurture its beauty and always use at least an SPF 30  sunscreen.  Of course this should continue at any age. Avoid oily makeup and coverups. Use an oil free moisturizer  every day. This is also a good time to begin using an eye cream  under the eye area at night. Try using products that contain green tea which have shown to help reduce the risk of skin cancer. 30 Something Your 30's is when your skin is beginning to become a bit drier and sun damage may begin to appear. It's time to  start using thicker moisturizing creams so as to lock in high contents of moisture. Continue with eye creams at night and use  your sunscreen religiously. Also, skin bleaching products may need to be used to diminish dark spots from sun damage.  Hint: Put your moisturizer on over damp skin. This helps lock in  more moisture. 40 Something It's time to kick it up another notch. Your forties is when your  skin loses much of it tightness. It may begin to look dull and  your pores may become larger. Blotches, freckles, age spots,  discoloration, and changes in skin color may become much  more visible. Retinoids, anti-oxidants and alpha hydroxy acids  can improve the look of your skin and your 40's would be a good time to begin using them. Of course it's essential that  you continue using a thick moisturizer and eye serums on a  daily basis. Home microdermabrasion kits are also an option that can result in a smoother more even appearing skin texture and tone while  rejuvenating your skin's texture and color. 50 Something Changes in your skin have reached high gear. Menopause has assisted in the loss of Estrogen which is what has given your  skin its elasticity and kept it hydrated, however since those  estrogen levels have diminished, you will begin seeing wrinkles  form around your eyes, drooping eyelids and expression  lines around the mouth and forehead. Begin using anti-aging or wrinkle reducing formulas such as  vitamin A (Retinol) or Glycolic acid products. Retin A has proven to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while improving skin texture, skin  tone and color, as well as your skin's hydration levels. Glycolic acid will trigger new formation of collagen to plump  cells and reduce wrinkles on the skin’s surface. Postmenopausal women can also use a cream containing progesterone that may improve skin elasticity and firmness. 60 Something By age 60 all types of collagen are significantly below their  youthful levels. There are, however wonderful hydrating creams that contain Alpha Hydroxy acids (Glycolic acids), soy, green tea and retinol (vitamin A) which your skin will need now that it is drier and  showing major signs of age. The alpha Hydroxy acids will help reduce  droopy skin and the retinol will reduce your fine lines. 60 Plus Your skin's texture will become visibly less smooth and you  will most likely begin to see age spots. You'll appreciate the early care you've given to your skin because the signs of aging will be minimal, however, if you haven't started early you'll clearly notice the effects of neglect. While it's never too late to take care of your skin the damage you  already have will be difficult to reduce without special medical  treatments such as botox or perhaps surgical procedures.  All the above should continue to be applied but it is wise to  consult your physician on advanced treatments. If you haven't yet reached 60, the best skin care advice is to  follow a good skin care regimen at an early age. It's an easy habit to get into and best of all, you'll thank yourself later on.Credit: https://www.articlesfactory.com/articles/

What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C is often regarded as a wrinkle fighter or an anti-aging agent. The main objective of ‘Vitamin C skin care’, in scientific terms, is to increase the synthesis of collagen (a structural protein that is found in skin).  The additional benefit of ‘Vitamin C skin care’ is related to its capability of countering free radicals which cause damage to the skin. Vitamin C skin care, however, faces a major challenge today. This is related to the oxidation tendency of Vitamin C skin care products. On coming in contact with any oxidising agent (e.g. air), the Vitamin C in the Vitamin C skin care products,  gets oxidised; thus making the Vitamin C skin care product useless (in fact counter-effective). The oxidised Vitamin C imparts a yellowish-brown colour to the Vitamin C skin care product. This is something that you need to check before buying a Vitamin C skin care product. Tips to store Vitamin C Even after you buy a Vitamin C skin care product, you need to store it properly and keep checking that it’s still good to use (i.e. it hasn’t attained a yellowish-brown texture). The manufacturers of Vitamin C skin care products have tried to deal with this (oxidation) problem in multiple ways (and research on Vitamin C skin care products is on the top of their list). One such method of retaining effectiveness of Vitamin C skin care products for a long term is to keep a high concentration (say 10%) of Vitamin C. However, this makes the Vitamin C skin care products even more expensive. Important notes The Vitamin C skin care products are already pretty inexpensive and making them even more expensive will throw the product manufacturers out of business. The other way is to use Vitamin C derivatives (like ascorbyl palmitate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). These are not only more stable but also inexpensive.  Even though the derivatives based products are not as effective as the Vitamin C skin care products, their stability against oxidation is a very desirable feature that makes them very attractive.  Moreover, these are known to be less irritating too. Talking of effectiveness of Vitamin C skin care products, it’s important to mention that not everyone responds to Vitamin C treatments. So it’s not a magic potion in any way.  If you don’t see a noticeable difference in your skin, it might be because of your skin not responding to Vitamin C treatment (and the Vitamin C skin care products might not be at fault, at all). As more research goes on, one can only keep our fingers crossed and wait for a complete solution to the challenges faced by ‘Vitamin C skin care’ today.Credit: https://www.articlesfactory.com/articles/

Healthy and radiant skin is not just the result of expensive skin care products. Rather, you need to develop healthy skin care habits and make sure you take good care of your skin. Here are 7 essential skin care tips that every women should practice: Use the Right Cleanser Cleansing your face twice a day is important. What is more important is using the right type of cleanser. If you have oily acne prone skin, look for a cleanser that contains acne fighting ingredients like salicylic acid. IS Clinical Cleansing Complex is a good choice. It is also suitable for people with sensitive skin. If you have dry skin, consider using a mild nourishing cleanser that cleans your face without drying it too much like the Obagi Nu Derm Gentle Cleanser. Change your Skin Care Products with Seasons Your skin is a living organ that is affected by external conditions like humidity, heat and cold. The skin has different requirements in different seasons. Opt for rich creamy skin care products in the winter season to combat the excessive skin dryness. And during summer, shift to light oil-free skin care products. Wash your Face before Going to Bed at Night During the day your skin is inflicted with lots of pollutants and dirt particles that may clog the skin pores. Moreover, it is also important to remove the make-up from the face lest it clogs the pores and cause acne breakouts. Use an effective cleanser or make-up remover to cleanse your face thoroughly before going to bed. Obagi C Cleansing Gel is a mild Vitamin C enriched cleansing gel that removes make-up as well as cleans the skin. Get your dose of Beauty Sleep Sleep deprivation is the primary cause of puffy eyes and dark under-eye circles. Therefore, make sure you get at least 8 hours of peaceful sleep every day. Also, you can use Kinerase Under Eye Rescue. It is an amazing eye cream that improves the appearance of eyes by reducing puffiness and diminishing the dark circles. Use Vitamin C enriched Skin Care Products Vitamin C provides immense skin care benefits. In fact, when used with sunscreens, it can provide added protection against the UV rays of the sun. Use serums that contain L-ascorbic acid, a potent form of Vitamin C that is very easily absorbed by the skin cells. iS Clinical Poly-Vitamin Serum is an ideal choice. It regenerates hydrates and provides essential vitamins, bionutrients and antioxidants to the skin and heals many unwanted skin problems. Use Specialized Anti Aging Skin Care Products It is important to recognize the changing demands of your skin and cater to them effectively. Don't wait till you see the first wrinkle on your face to start using anti aging products. Rather, start early and delay the appearance of aging signs like wrinkles, fine lines, brown spots and sagging skin. Use skin care products that contain powerful anti-aging ingredients that serve to delay and even reverse the aging signs. Try using Kinerase Brightening Anti-Aging System. It includes two products - Brightening Face Serum and Concentrated Spot Treatment. It helps to reduce wrinkles and file lines, evens out the skin tone and removes age spots and acne scars leaving your skin luminous and refreshed. Use Physician Recommended Skin Care Products Unlike over-the-counter skin care products, physician recommended products contain stronger concentrations of ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids and antioxidants that target specific skin conditions and provides relief against them.Credit: https://www.articlesfactory.com/articles/