Skin Care
Common Skin Problems
ROSACEA
Rosacea is often referred to as ‘acne rosacea’ but is not the same as acne. Characterized by red and inflamed skin, particularly on the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin, it may begin as a tendency to blush or flush easily and progresses to persistent redness. Small blood vessels and tiny pimples may also occur. [...]
Taking Care of Your Body
Your face is exposed and the very first thing people notice, so it generally receives a lot more attention than the rest of your body. And when the focus is shifted to the body, it’s usually about losing weight and trying to cover up flaws, rather than celebrating it. But to feel good in your [...]
ContinuedA Little More About Acne
Most of us are born with perfect skin. While a lucky few manage to maintain a clear complexion over the years, most of the rest have experienced a few unwanted changes. For some it may be small irritations such as breakouts, dark patches after a pregnancy or enlarged pores. For others, it may be a [...]
ContinuedSkin Types Explained
Skin types are as individual as personalities, but there are some generally accepted principles. Scientific definitions of skin types are determined by how the skin responds to sun exposure, its ability to tan and hair colour. A very fair person that always burns in the sun would be categorized as a skin type one, while [...]
ContinuedVitamins and Your Skin
Nutrition seems to play an enormous role in minimizing free radical damage. Studies show that after the age of 30, there is a sharp decrease in the number of ingested vitamins that are transported to the skin. This is when our skin most needs antioxidant protection. However, applying potent, stabilized vitamins to the skin via [...]
ContinuedHelp for Stretch Marks
If skin is seriously overstretched, such as when the body grows faster than with the skin can handle (during pregnancy, sudden weight gain, quick muscle building), collagen fibres in the middle layer can rupture and deep scars can be seen through the epidermis. These are commonly known as stretch marks. While they do fade with [...]
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