Archive for the ‘Skin Care’ Category

Follow a skin care routine for a perfect flawless skin

Saturday, July 11th, 2009

To have a glowing clear complexion, it is very necessary that one follows the skin care processes of cleansing, moisturizing and exfoliating.  This daily 3-step skincare routine is absolutely necessary to nourish the skin. However it is necessary to know the skin type (dry, oily, combination) of the person before one starts with ones skin care routine.  

A good cleanser is a must to start with the skin care routine. Try to avoid bar soaps as they tend to dry out the skin due to the chemicals present in it. Too much of cleansing can also hamper ones skin. Creamy cleansers should be used so that they wipe off easily.

Apart from cleansing, most beauty experts suggest to wash one face thrice a day. The best way to wash your face is to use warm water to loosen dirt and clogged pores. Mild face washes are to be used here. If one wants to take off makeup, a proper makeup remover is needed apart from a face wash. 

Exfoliation is what most people miss out on, in their skincare routine. But proper exfoliation can make an immediate difference. Scrubs work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells that tend to dull your complexion. Exfoliating the skin once a week regularly keeps skin glowing year-round. Another important step in skin care routine is to moisturize it. But how much moisturizer should be used will depend on the skin type an individual has. Unless one is suffering from acne, moisturizer benefits all types of skin making it smooth and supple. A good regular skin care cream can also functions as a good moisturizer.  

Skin car treatment product help the skin to reduce bacteria, remove dead skin, keeps the pore ducts of the skin open, protects in sunrays, treats damaged skin etc. These products help the skin to fight infections and other toxic agents affecting your skin.  

Using natural and organic cosmetics

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Organic cosmetics, made out of natural ingredients, are good for ones skin as opposed to chemical based cosmetics which can prove to be harmful for the skin. As the skin absorbs what is put on it, most beauty experts suggest the use of organic and natural products to the skin. Some of the natural ingredients used in organic cosmetics are yoghurt, honey, oatmeal, chamomile, tea oil etc. Most organic products are natural moisturizers and help to treat skin blemishes. Organic cosmetics and skin care go hand in hand. The properties that these organic products possess help the skin to become soft and smooth. 

Organic cosmetics help an individual to have a healthy skin, lustrous hair and glowing complexion in a completely natural way. Natural organic skin care cosmetics not only enhance the appearance but benefit ones health.  Most of these cosmetics are environments friendly and are not tested on animals.  One of the tips is to grow an aloe vera plant at home and use this natural product on your hair and skin. You can see the results yourself in a week.

It is said that one third of all cosmetic and hair care products contain carcinogenic ingredients that have proven to be extremely harmful to the human skin.  But organic cosmetics too are coming up in a big way and multinational companies are now focusing on them. Many of sunscreen lotions that are available in the market are loaded with chemicals and get absorbed in the skin every time that one rubs them onto their skin. These chemicals do help to protect from the sun’s harmful rays but at the same time they seep into our bodies and affect our skin. Now-a-days organic sunscreens are available to traditional sun creams which not only protect the skin from the sun but also from harmful chemicals contained in many products. 

Get going for your D-day now

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

Three months to go for your wedding day and you are nervous about managing and looking your best. Here are some of the tips you can try: Treat yourself to a monthly facial at a parlour. If you do not want to go and spend a bomb, try a deep clean face mask. You can try the orange peel off mask that is supposedly good for all skin types. Do not worry and invite stress if your face gets a few spots. It is your body’s way of getting rid of the impurities.

Chipped skin and dirty feet? Start taking care of your feet months in advance. Go for regular pedicures. Clean them and scrub them regularly on weekends. To get rid of the rough dead skin, moisturize them with a feet moisturizer every night.

Same goes for the hands as well. Massage in a cuticle cream every night. For people who complain or weak and easy brittle nails, start applying nail strengthener regularly. Also, scrub your nails and moisturize them before going off to sleep. 

Giving attention to face, hands and legs is not enough. Use a natural bristle brush once a week to make your skin soft and supple. Follow this with a body lotion. Replace your tea and coffee with a glass of warm water and lemon. This will help your skin to look fresh and supple. Consult a nutritionist and eat right. Also, join a gym or exercise regularly to keep yourself fit.

Even if you are blessed with good skin

Sunday, June 21st, 2009

This post is purely dedicated to girls and women who you hear saying I am naturally blessed with good skin. I really do not do anything to maintain it. Well, good skin or no good skin, all of them require maintenance and care. This is because, even if you are blessed with good skin and can maintain it without any skin care routine, you may face a trouble in the later years of your life.

Hence, it is important to take care of your skin. Eat dark chocolate. Yes, you heard it right. I am sure this will make all of you smile. Dark chocolate is good for the skin. Hence indulging in it once a while can only benefit you and your skin

Apply sunscreen every two hours especially if you are outdoors. Many people prefer to carry an umbrella and not wear a sunscreen. However, it is advisable to wear a sunscreen because umbrellas cannot totally protect your skin. Also, a good brand of sunscreen is important such as Banana Boat. Eat lot of apples and oranges. A proper intake of Vitamin A and Vitamin C is needed to promote good skin.

Maintaining a good skin care routine is absolutely essential. Before going off to sleep, cleanse tone and moisturize your skin. This will help in maintaining your skin and signs of ageing will postpone. Avoid smoking, eat right, exercise regularly and be happy! All these things contribute to a holistic style of living enriching every moment of it

Makeup Tips For Monsoon

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

Different seasons demand differently from your skin. If appropriate care is not taken, demanding seasons can take heavy toll of your skin. We have talked about how to take good care of your skin during summer. Now, let’s have an idea about monsoon and what you need to do during monsoon to enhance your beauty. It’s not an easy job to appear glowing and cheerful during monsoon but slight effort, few precautions here and there and you can literally surprise people. Start with right selection of clothes. Different clothes react different to monsoon. For example, cotton and silk soak water easily. Consequently, they also become limp and lose their shapes after drying up.

 

The best suggested clothes for monsoon are synthetics like terylene and nylon. The thing about these materials is they dry up easily, don’t lose their shape and are crease resisting. Well, the ideal combination would be using vivid, vibrant and colorful clothes. The colors like green, deep orange, turquoise etc will add charm to your personality. Footwear is another important aspect you should pay attention to. Save your feet from getting wet by using plastic or rubber shoes. If your shoes are wet, get rid of them immediately once you have reached home. Clean your feet thoroughly with warm water using soap. Use glycerin on your feet before going to sleep. That will help in keeping your feet smooth, soft and free from any skin problems.

 

Hair-do must be very simple. No fancy styles and curls etc. reason being, hair tend to be limp and weak because of humidity so it makes sense to use a single plait or a plain bun. Make sure to have a hair dryer. Avoid sing foundation and face cream during rain. Chances are your make up will be spoiled by rain and some ugly stained lines might appear on your face. Just use plain eyebrow pencil, lipstick and powder. Lip-gloss would be fine.