http://articles.cosmeticsplusmore.com/rss.xml A blog about cosmeticsplusmore.com daily 365 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://articles.cosmeticsplusmore.com/?a=36075 <p>by Gregg Hall </p><p>Your skin is the body's largest organ and needs a lot of maintenance. Serious skin care should be taken to keep that fresh youthful look and feel. As we get older the different areas of our bodies change and so does our skin care needs. There are many myths and misinformation out there about the proper way to take care of the skin. Some people think that chocolate will make them break out, but there is nothing you can eat that will cause a skin eruption. Acne is caused from cells sticking together and plugging the pores, this is not related to anything that is put into the body.<br /><br />Black heads are not caused from a dirt build up. They are caused from cellular debris build up and when the cells hit the air they oxidize and turn black. A remedy for this is to use a good exfoliating face scrub to remove dead skin cells the granules in these scrubs are designed to do the clean up work for you. Using a moisturizer that has salicylic acid can also help keep the skin clear.<br /><br />Facial exercise won't help to retain the elasticity of youth. When doing these facial exercises you are actually stretching the skin and making wrinkles and lines more apparent. The new gadgets on the market that are supposed to revitalize skin cell repair are just a hoax, there isn't a machine yet that can do this.<br /><br />Some people think tanning or using a tanning booth can help clear up acne. There are only theories about the benefits of ultraviolet rays on acne. Of course a sun burn will hide acne it will not clear it up. And a lot of exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer. With darker skin people, the sun's ray can cause pigment scaring making acnes red spots turn a permanent shade of brown. A tanning booth is not a better alternative, seven minutes in a tanning bed is like four hours on the beach. <br /><br />Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects cells from damage, it helps the body utilize oxygen and helps build skin. It cannot however, help reduce scarring. Instead of using a cream with vitamin E it is better to add foods with a higher Vitamin E content like nuts, leafy green vegetables and fortified cereals.<br /><br />Lips are one of the most sensitive skin areas and they can be dried out quickly. The use of lip balms can help to keep them moist. But to avoid initial drying it is better to stay out of the sun, wind, and dry air. Licking the lips will also dry them out. <br /><br />Keeping the body hydrated is a good idea in dryer climates and helps to add moisture to the skin, drinking 8 glasses of water everyday can help maintain great looking skin.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as skin care secrets at <br /><a href="http://www.cosmeticsplusmore.com/">http://www.cosmeticsplusmore.com</a></p> 2006-10-13T09:31-04:00 http://articles.cosmeticsplusmore.com/?a=36074 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>We have heard of the health benefits of green tea. Now new studies show that it can have a profound effect on the skin. It has been shown that it can help repair sun damage, prevent premature aging, and enhance skin tone. It may also help to ward off some types of skin cancer. This sounds like a miracle in a bottle, to good to be true. But often old remedies and potions value are based on the fact that they work, even if the user didn't understand why.<br /><br />New research from the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center shows that green tea blocks the formation of plaque in the arteries. Green tea has long been a part of herbal healing in cardiovascular patients with outstanding results. It doesn't help dissolve existing plaque but helps to prevent the formation of new plaque. Green tea doesn't have to be drunk to be effective; there are pills on the market containing green tea.<br /><br />Let's take a look at what green tea is made from. Tea comes from the bud of a plant. There are three basic types; black, green, and oolong. The manufacturing process for each is very similar but the fermentation process is different. The black and oolong teas are oxidized, while the green tea leaves are steamed then dried. This helps prevent the breakdown of polyphenols, which are the compounds in tea that contain those very important antioxidants that help fight cancer.<br /><br />The plolyphenols in green tea are commonly known as catechins, possessing highly potent antioxidant characteristics. The major preventative catechin in green tea is epigallocatechingallate (EGCG). It has been discovered at the Medical College of Georgia that EGCG can reactivate dying cells. EGCG can also accelerate the differentiation process in new skin cells. With this technology it can be possible to make formulas that will help heal skin condition like psoriasis, rosascea, and wounds. <br /><br />When dealing with a wound if there isn't the right type of skin cells present to fill the wound another type moves in, this is scar tissue. If the EGCG is applied correctly is can cause the scar tissue cells to be rejuvenated into normal healthy cells, eliminating an ugly scar. This type of technology could help so many different people with scaring injuries, like burn victims.<br /><br />While more studies are being conducted to determine the other health benefits of green tea, researcher think the impact could be profound. Using skin care products that contain green tea can help repair your skin by minimizing the damage from the sun. It will also promote new cell growth. Including green tea as part of your daily routine, by drinking and applying to the skin, you can be on your way to a healthier life inside and out.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as skin care advice at <br /><a href="http://www.cosmeticsplusmore.com/">http://www.cosmeticsplusmore.com</a></p> 2006-10-13T09:28-04:00