Aloe Vera the Natural Skin Care Wonder
Posted by in Skin Care on October 2, 2011
Aloe vera is no new skin care secret. Its use dates back as far as the 4th century B.C. when Greek doctors used it for its healing properties and Cleopatra used it as part of her beauty routine. Egyptians even referred to it as the plant of immortality.
Aloe vera has a number of uses in the skin care industry. It is often added to cosmetic products such as lotions and creams that help with anything from allergies to wrinkles. It is also recommended for the treatment of burns and bruises. Aloe can be used to help with skin irritations such as rashes and insect bites. Many people have even seen benefits of using aloe on tough skin care conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
Why is aloe vera so beneficial to skin care? The plant itself contains five naturally occurring anti-inflammatory agents, nearly 20 amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and enzymes making it a powerful healer. It is also said that it aids in cellular regeneration by increasing circulation and the exchange of oxygen between cells, helping skin to appear more youthful.
When shopping for a skin care product that contains aloe it can become a little confusing as there are many types of aloe vera plants. There are over 350 species to be exact. One of the highest rated species of aloe is the aloe barbadensis miller plant. When checking ingredient labels check for aloe barbadensis as one of the top ingredients. Read the rest of this entry »
Best Skin Care: Top 10 Skin Care Tips
Posted by in Skin Care on October 2, 2011
Healthy skin is probably the most important aspect of natural beauty-enhancement. Below you will find the top 10 best skin care tips. Though there are certainly more than 10 important tips to getting the most beautiful skin possible, this skin care tips list is limited to the top 10 that cover the critical points of skin care. Here they are:
1. Know Your Skin Type. Determining your skin type is the first thing that must be done because it will determine the products you choose and the daily regimen that you will follow. There is no one product that will suit every skin type. Your type will be classified as dry, oily, or combination. Look for products that specifically deal with your particular type.
2. Drink Plenty of Water. This cannot be stressed enough. Drinking lots of water will keep your skin moist and will aid in your overall health. Your skin is the biggest organ of your body and it requires a lot of water in order to be at its best. This is one of the most important tips for overall best skin care.
3. Cleanse the skin twice a day. Every day we are exposed to dust, free radicals and outside pollutants that can damage our skin. Even though our skin doesn’t look “dirty”, we must be sure to cleanse regularly and twice a day is the recommended amount. When bathing or cleansing your face, use lukewarm water instead of very hot or very cold water because both of those may damage the skin as well.
4. Treat your skin gently. Scrubbing the skin or exfoliating too often is not good for your skin. Never rub, but gently massage the cleanser into your face using upward circular motions. As you age, the skin loses its elasticity and rubbing it or pulling it can actually cause the skin to sag. Read the rest of this entry »