Contrary to what most adults and youngsters believe, the skin of adolescents produces more oil or sebum compared to mature skin. The main contributor to this is the hormonal changes that are naturally experiencing by teenagers or adolescents. Even though it is a good thing that the adolescent skin is well-hydrated, excessive facial oil can lead to acne formation. Normally, dermatologists or skin care specialists only recommend mild and simple skin care regimen to teenagers, for their skin is still young. Apart from the usual skincare daily routines recommended to adolescents, teen facial is also one of the best ways to keep the youngster's skin clean and acne-free. A facial treatment formulated for teenagers should have the following components: *…
There are several herbs out there with beauty-enhancing properties just waiting to be tapped. For one, did you know that some herbs contain essential oils that could revive your hair, giving it that shiny, healthy look? Or how about a plant that releases compounds to make your skin smoother and fairer? If you're wondering which herbs, oils, and vitamins will benefit and enhance your beauty, then this page will tell you exactly what you need. Herbal Beauty Products for Skin Care If you're looking for herbal beauty products to enhance your skin, then take care to read the label and look for the following herbs below: * Alfalfa Otherwise known as Medicago sativa, Alfalfa is a perennial flowering plant that…
Your skin is the first thing that people notice about you and that is why a proper skin care regimen is so important. There are many products that claim to help improve skin tone and promote a flawless complexion, but the truth is that there is no such thing as instant results. An effective skin care regimen is one that is done consistently over a time before results will begin to develop. Skin Care Tip 1: Always use some type of exfoliation product, which will help to remove old skin cells and other debris and particles from your skin. This will expose the healthy cells and rid your body of the old ones. Skin Care Tip 2: If possible, avoid…
In order to maintain healthy skin, it is important for you to practice good eating habits, eat foods that are good for your skin such as fruits and vegetables, avoid oily foods such as french fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, and fast foods. If you must have a hamburger or french fries do not cook them in oil, try steaming them or baking them in the toaster oven. Avoid refined sugar because sugar is the number one cause of troubled skin, try your best to avoid eating chocolates, drinking sodas, or alcoholic beverages. Although your body does need a bit of fat, you should avoid eating too much red meat, instead, you might want to substitute red meat with say chicken…
When it comes to looking and feeling amazing, everyone has their own ideas on just what constitutes ideal beauty. Fortunately, this selection of handpicked beauty tips and tricks is sure to help you bring out the best in yourself and others. With these helpful hints, you are only moments away from looking and feeling your personal best. When you have gray or blue eyes, oranges and browns are your best choice for eyeshadow. Look for eyeliners and mascara that are brown with touches of deep purple and maroon. These colors will make the blues stand out brightly. Baking soda will give your hair a healthy shine. Add a pinch of baking soda to your daily application of shampoo. Wash your…
Skin is the outermost covering of your body, which needs to be kept clean and nourished. If your skin is kept in good health, then you will be feeling more beautiful, fresh, and young. Your skin needs to be pampered and taken care of. The skin is the part of the body, which is exposed constantly to various types of pollutants and harshness from the surroundings. These pollutants harm the skin and the skin loses its youthfulness and glow. Here is some basic information about how to keep your skin healthy. You need to know your skin type before starting any skin care program. There are four basic skin types, normal, oily, dry, and sensitive skin. You need to wash…
When people think of someone that is beautiful, many times, it is based on inner beauty as well as outer beauty. Both of these things are in your control to change. You really need to have both to look your best. Here are some tips to get you started on your own personal beauty adventure. Commit to drinking enough water every day. You need to drink eight to ten glasses a day for maximum beauty benefits. Being hydrated will help you look younger, and will also help you keep in better overall fitness. Do not neglect yourself, and you will have great results from any beauty program. Always ask for samples of skincare products and makeup when visiting your favorite…
After a stressful day, take some time to relax. Put on some scented candles, put your feet up, and tune-up Norah Jones on your stereo. Take deep breaths as if they're the last ones you have. Stress is already the second strongest killer in the medical field. Stress can lead to a lot of complications later on. So while it's early, learn to combat stress by feeling good and keeping beautiful. If you know how to cook, you might consider the kitchen "the heart of your home". However, if you're the kind of person who is always outside, it's safe to say your heart is not really in your home. Maybe you're out partying, socializing and (darn!) working. That's not…
Aloe vera plants, particularly aloe barbadensis miller plants, have been used for centuries to help burns, cuts, and other skin ailments. Perhaps your grandparents always had one of these unique, cactus-like plants nearby, just in case of an emergency. If someone got a cut or burn, they would break an aloe leaf apart to extract the gel from inside the leaf. The aloe gel inside the leaf is used as a natural healing salve. With the onset of commercialism and the recent boom in all-natural products, aloe has become the ingredient of choice in many skincare and health products. Commercial aloe products include everything from creams to lotions to nutritional supplements in pill or drink form. The products often combine…
When I was younger many of my friends were suffering from acne and I didn't. I had the opposite problem, dry skin. My friends thought I was lucky, but I knew better. I knew that they would likely outgrow their acne stage, but I would have to deal with my dry skin for the rest of my life. Having dry facial skin presents unique challenges when it comes to finding proper skincare products. Here is some of what I've learned. 1. Be very careful of what types of soaps you use on your face. You need to find a soap that is gentle and has a moisturizer. Ideally, you should use a totally organic product since, believe it or not,…