Skin Care
Different types of acne
Acne affects about 80 percent of adolescents between 12 and 18 years and it is possible that extends beyond this stage of life. While puberty, hormonal changes, skin type and genetics, health habits, among other factors can be triggers, and to enhance this problem, the fact is that acne occurs as a result of excess sebum from the sebaceous glands, which is not normally removed through the pores.
Thus, the accumulated fat along with dead skin cells, causing an obstruction to be specific in a region called the secretion infrainfundibular-then continues but can not be sold: the area expands and appears, in fact, acne, comedones.
However, there are different types of acne: according to the patient may be inflammatory or not. You could say that the least is one that is characterized by the appearance of what are commonly called “black spots”, whose manifestation is due to a plug of sebum and keratin, which is the protein that forms the outer layer of skin -. This first type of acne is usually easier to remove.
Now it is possible that in some cases by the action of bacteria also cause secondary inflammation which produces pustules and papules: the first is red and painful elevations caused precisely by inflammation with pus in the extreme, Second, are small masses of abnormal tissue that is confined to the skin.
In individuals with sensitive skin can produce them deeper inflammatory lesions, known as nodular lesions (microcysts and cysts).
Wrinkle Prevention
In the words of Dr. Lorraine Meisner, Professor of Preventive Medicine at the University of Wisconsin without a doubt, the vitamin C is the most important vitamins for maintaining youthful skin. Ideally, a consumption of 300-500 mg. daily to keep skin in good condition and so prevent wrinkles.
Vitamin C enables the body to build and maintain collagen and elastin. When collagen production is reduced, the skin yields. As elastin fibers are stretched, the skin loses its elasticity and wrinkles. Our needs for vitamin C increases both with age and with the continued use of caffeine, alcohol and snuff, substances that deplete them continuously vitamin C levels in our body.
Prevention and cure wrinkles
The sun is the main enemy of the skin and we must avoid, if possible, on exposure to its rays without sunscreen to prevent early wrinkles.
A varied diet rich in vegetables and fruits, is the first step to ensure that our skin will have enough nutrients to produce collagen and elastin to prevent wrinkles need. Do not forget that vitamin C requirements are triggered in the case of smokers (active or passive) because the vitamin is destroyed by snuff.
Tips to prevent wrinkles
Eat vegetables, fruits and whole grains in abundance.
Avoid exposure to sun without protection.
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Dry Skin
Dry skin often show irritation, scaly areas and cracks easily especially in the forehead. Moreover, fine texture with small pores and the person who has this type of skin feels when cleaning the face, a certain tension.
Its advantage is usually not teenager problems of acne or pimples, but be careful not to crack.
Causes of dry skin are:
* Malfunction of the sebaceous glands do not produce enough fluid to lubricate the skin.
* Excessive exposure to sun, sea and swimming pools and dry environment
* Inheritance
* Inadequate feeding and especially deficient in vitamins and zinc.
* Using facial cleansers too aggressive.
Folk Remedies
Dry Skin Remedy # 1: Mix a tablespoon of milk with a teaspoon yorgurt and apply on the face as a cleanser instead of soap. Read the rest of this entry »
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Strawberries to Prevent Wrinkles
A topical application of ellagic acid prevents the destruction of collagen and the inflammatory response, which is the main cause of wrinkles, both human skin cells and in mice without hair (especially sensitive products) for continuous exposure to UVB rays sun
The study was conducted by researchers at the Hallym University, South Korea and presented by Ji Young Bae in an Experimental Biology meeting of the American Society of Nutrition in the U.S. city of New Orleans.
Ellagic acid is an antioxidant found in many vegetables and fruits, especially raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and pomegranates, which previous studies had suggested its photoprotective effects.
The UW study found that in the human skin cells ellagic acid works to protect from damage caused by UV rays.
This acid blocks the production of MMP (matrix metalaproteinasa enzymes) that break down collagen in the damaged cells in the skin, and reduces the expression of a molecule involved in inflammation ICAM. Read the rest of this entry »
Wrinkles
The passage of time, poor nutrition, improper care of the skin and environmental conditions have effects on the skin causing it to become increasingly dry, thinner, less durable and prone to wrinkles.
Although sometimes frown lines or wrinkles appear prematurely as a result of our habitual and unconscious movements such as frowning, laughing or squint.
One way to check whether we make these movements is to keep a mirror near the phone to verify these expressions and get a chance to practice the relaxation of tense muscles.
Folk Remedies
Wrinkle Remedy # 1: Mix yeast with water, wheat germ oil or yogurt and then spread the paste over the lines and wrinkles gently pat. Allow to dry before rinsing. This mix increases the production of collagen and help smooth out wrinkles. Read the rest of this entry »
Natural Remedies for Acne
Acne is extremely common in many people. Its causes are varied, but usually the most common hormonal, especially during adolescence. You want natural remedies for acne? Here are several that will surely serve.
As usual, aloe or aloe vera is usually the best available to remove acne. This plant, as you must know, is perfect for this kind of skin ailments. You may want to consult this mask for acne aloe vera.
It also has other home remedies for acne that may turn out to be very good, like making a mask with clay and onion. The recipe was found in the previous link. Read the rest of this entry »
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Against Stains The Skin
The spots on the skin often occur for reasons very different from each other and in any case, the ideal is that the person concerned to identify which factor it produces. The truth is that it must rely on home remedies for spots on the skin. Here we propose some.
The spots on the face are usually the most common of all and may be due to pigmentation problems, but also hormonal and food issues. Beyond what the cause, the lemon juice is usually always recommended to them, like yogurt.
The aloe vera or aloe is also often one of the ingredients used in masks for the spots. This plant has always had great power to combat all types of skin problems, so you might as well try. Read the rest of this entry »
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Tips For Treating Eczema
Eczema or eczema is a skin condition that appears locally in specific areas due to a hypersensitivity of the skin. Symptoms of eczema are many and varied but usually is associated eczema is an inflammation of the area, bleeding, erythema (redness of the area caused by excessive blood flow due to vasodilation), severe itching, peeling skin on area, blisters and areas of dry, leathery skin (with the appearance of tanned skin).
The causes of eczema are not clear, but it is a process often associated with allergies, asthma and a hereditary tendency, but that itself is not contagious. Read the rest of this entry »
Advances in Acne Treatments
Looking online, I discovered that there are many new acne treatments being developed that don’t involve harmful drugs. I found one called Biodermazen that is a pill that works from the inside out. It is expensive, but it works, and it’s hard to put a price on clear skin. Many acne suffers are saying the product has amazing results without the harsh side effects of acne treatments in the past. Years ago, there was only one or two products in every store and doctors simply prescribed antibiotics for acne. There were few choices, none for anyone looking for a natural treatment.
Actually acne treatments that work from the inside out make perfect sense. Now, I am not talking about Tetracycline. That never really worked for anyone. I mean safe, natural products that are designed to work as an astringent and antiseptic. Pills may be used when no topical treatments seem to work, they are not for casual acne sufferers.
If you are searching for an acne treatment that works, there are many new products available, one is bound to clear your skin. Look for ones that offer a money back guarantee, especially a money back guarantee that is valid for longer than it is supposed to take for the product to start working. A 30 day money back guarantee is useless if the product is going to take 4-6 weeks to work.
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Exercises to Reduce Double Chin
We have to learned to take some measures designed to prevent, reduce and improve the appearance of excess skin under the chin, known as jowls. Now, we look at some exercises that tone the muscles of the neck and significantly improve the appearance, which appears firmer and smoother.
Sitting on a firm-backed chair, tilt the head back until you feel tension in the chin. We repeat eight times, and increased to forty.
Another exercise consists of compressing the tongue on the palate for six to eight seconds. Pressure must be made with the tip of the tongue. Perform the exercise for ten to fifteen times a day.
We make circles with his tongue to keep your mouth shut, fifteen repetitions daily.
Arms crossed over his chest and lengthen the neck forward until you feel the skin tight. We turned her head slowly and keep to the right few seconds. We turned, then left, and do several repetitions.