Natural and Easy Skin Benefits of Cucumbers

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Cucumber has garnered a lot of attention as a healthy snack and a beneficial vegetable, but many people are unaware of just how many benefits for your skin this tasty and healthy treat can provide. Cucumber contains a large amount of silica which is a mineral that can enhance the strength of your body’s connective tissue.

The amount of silica within cucumbers, along with caffeic and ascorbic acids, can help to treat a number of skin problems such as dark circles, swelling and sunburns, as well as help reduce the appearance of acne, freckles, and even minor scarring. The acids have the ability to reduce the amount of water that is retained in your face, which is one of the main reasons that so many people use cucumbers topically to treat a wide range of skin problems they are facing.

What really cements the cucumber’s status as a beneficial skin product is its ability to instantly mask irritations and provide beauty benefits. The cucumber is obviously entirely natural and comes with no side effects, other than possible allergic reactions, yet it can instantly relieve puffy eyes and can easily be made into a soothing skin lotion or mask.

All you need to do is thinly slice cucumber and then place a slice on or around your eyes for anywhere between 5 and 10 minutes. It is quite hard to find an easier way to relax and soothe yourself after a long day. If you want to focus on your face as a whole, and not just your eyes, then grated cucumber is an excellent choice for use as a tonic all around the neck and face. 

Cucumbers really are one of life’s little magic remedies and are simply more proof of the benefits of natural beauty treatment. Target dark circles, reduce puffiness around the eyes, soften and smooth out your skin, improve your complexion, or even reduce the signs of sunburn all with this lively, safe, and powerful vegetable. 

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Do Oral Sunscreens Prevent Sun Damage?

By: Richard S. Donovan

Do you worry that your sunscreen isn’t doing enough to protect you against sun damage?  Well there’s now a whole new breed of sunscreen on the market designed to give you additional sun protection. It’s sun protection in an easy to swallow pill. These oral sunscreens are made up of an herbal extract with strong antioxidant properties.

It’s thought that the antioxidant potential of the sunscreen offsets the free radical damage caused by exposure to the sun. It’s this free radical damage that’s thought to contribute to everything from skin cancers to skin aging. Indeed, studies have shown that people were able to stay in the sun for longer periods of time without burning when they took one of these herbal extracts before exposure.

While the results of trials with these oral sunscreens are encouraging, they aren’t a suitable replacement for your topical sunscreen. A topically applied sunscreen is still necessary to shield against significant sun damage. The primary function of an oral sunscreen is to counteract any damage that might occur despite the application of a topical sunscreen. In a sense, it provides back up protection when your regular sunscreen fails. So don’t throw away your bottle of conventional sunscreen even if you’re tempted to try one of these new oral sunscreens.

Although oral sunscreens may serve a useful purpose if used in combination with a topically applied sunscreen, there are some important points to keep in mind to maximize their benefit and safety. They should not be used if you’re pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant in the near future. Cost may be a factor for some people. These pills average a little over $1.00 each in price, not a small cost to pay if you’re going to be out in the sun a lot.

What about the potential of oral sunscreens to prevent skin cancer? In a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, nine volunteers were exposed to U.V. light without taking the extract and again after taking the extract. A biopsy performed on each volunteer showed less skin damage that might be associated with skin cancer in those taking the herbal extract.

How are these oral sunscreens marketed? Two popular brand names are Heliocare and SunPill which can be found online. It’s difficult to assess the popularity of these oral sunscreens as of yet but the high price and somewhat limited availability may make these pills somewhat less popular. If you decide to try them, be sure to continue to apply your topical sunscreen every time you go out in the sun and use oral sunscreens only as a back up for your proven sun protection. However, in this day and age you really can never be too careful when it comes to protecting your skin from the sun. So using both oral and topical sunscreen may prove to be an excellent choice.

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10 Best Foods to make you Look Better and Feel Younger Naturally

Who doesn’t want to look and feel younger these days? Even if people are completely happy with their appearance, deep down we are built to always want to try and take the next step and improve.

The problem is that major brands and their marketing plans have caused so many of us to turn to expensive, chemically produced, and overdone products. They play on our fears, our desires, our wants and our need to be better, look better and feel better in order for us to buy into their products.

Do a number of the high end products work? Most likely. Do they utilize some effective and useful ingredients? Absolutely.

Alternatives for Healthy Skin and a Healthy Body

Truth be told though, we cannot all afford those high end, luxurious products. The good news is that there are alternatives. There are a number of natural and healthy foods that can bring to fruition the many benefits offered by expensive products on the market, without the chemicals or the gut wrenching price tag.

I am not selling anything, I am not saying that cosmetic companies are the bane of existence or that all that makeup, all those creams or all of those lotions you have are a waste of money. All I am saying is we can all save a little bit of money and take advantage of these top 10 foods that will make you feel and look younger and better. And do you want to know the best part of them all?

They are easy to find, completely natural and can make you look and feel better inside and out. That is a lot more than that anti-aging cream on your night table can say, isn’t it?

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #1- Firm up your Skin with Wild and Fatty Fish

Wild, fatty fish is an excellent food choice if you want to firm up your skin. The fish is extremely rich is omega-3 fatty acids, which is why wild fish is becoming known as a pretty powerful “beauty food”. Your skin can wrinkle and even dry up thanks to factors such as pollution and sun damage, but omega-3s have the ability to fight off those effects and protect the structure of your skin as well as the collagen.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #2- Empower your Teeth and Gums with Yogurt

A number of studies have come about that have cited dairy products as the reason for some skin problems. Accordingly, a number of people have been scared off from dairy. The good news is that low-fat yogurt is in fact the major exception in these studies, and the phosphorous and calcium within it can give the enamel on your tooth a big boost. Better enamel means less cavities and a more beautiful smile. Want an added bonus? The probiotics in yogurt can also help you digest your food which means fewer toxins can get comfortable and make a home out of your body.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #3- Better Skin, Nails and Hair with Oysters

Oysters have a very high zinc content which can promote healthy skin repair and renewal, as well as give your hair and nails that little extra power to grow in a healthier way. If you cannot stomach the thought of oysters then you can also turn to alternatives such as white beans or crab meat which can help bring the same benefits.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #4- Sweet, Smooth Skin with Sweet Potatoes

Not only are sweet potatoes a healthy alternative for a number of other food choices but they can also give your skin some much needed revitalization. They are packed with a variety of vitamins, protein, beta-carotene and even complex carbohydrates, which can all do wonders for the look and feel of your skin.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #5- Improve your Eyes with Blueberries

Blueberries have become known as one of the best superfoods available due to their powerful antioxidant punch and their ability to protect your body from enzymes. However, what you may not already know is that these wonder berries can help improve your skin’s elastin which can help decrease the damage done by UV light and even reverse the affects of brain aging.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #6-Spinach isn’t Just for Popeye

Leafy, dark vegetables, and most notably spinach, are rich in selenium and glutathion which can empower your body’s cells so that they can get rid of nasty toxins and hold on tightly to helpful nutrients. These kinds of vegetables act much in the same way as blueberries when it comes to the use of antioxidants and can reverse skin aging and protect your skin from normal aging issues that come over time.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #7- The Power of Processed Tomatoes

While we have always been told that eating fruits and vegetables in their natural form right when they are fresh is the best way, that isn’t always the case. In fact tomatoes that are processed in sauces and pastes actually are capable of absorbing more lycopene, which is the antioxidant that makes them so good for your skin. Recent studies are showing that lycopene may even prevent diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and even macular degeneration.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #8- Your Skin will go Nuts for……Nuts

The alpha-linolenic acid and vitamin E that is found in nuts can do wonders for your skin. Keep in mind that too many nuts can pack on a bit of a caloric hike, but a few almonds or walnuts a day is a great idea. The alpha-linolenic acid is considered to be one of the essential fatty acids and can help ward off bone loss and heart disease. It also has the ability to keep your skin hydrated which means it looks younger, longer.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #9-Rejuvenate your Skin with Whole Grains

You have a lot of options when it comes to whole grains which can make it so much fun to fit them into your diet. Grains that are high in fibre such as quinoa, spelt, kasha and kamut all have the ability to keep our blood sugar in check. Increased blood sugar levels can devastate the collagen in your skin and lead to scaly and dry skin which can cause wrinkles.

Top Food to Look Better and Feel Younger #10- Go Cuckoo for Cacao

Isn’t this what everybody loves to hear? Chocolate can actually be good for you. It really doesn’t get much better than that. Cacao contains an incredible amount of antioxidants that are beneficial for your skin, but the key is to stick to high quality, dark chocolate.  Obviously going overboard is never a good thing, so just try to sprinkle some dark chocolate on top of foods or into a smoothie for your skin to benefit from increased blood flow thanks to cacao.

Top 5 Summer Fruits for Natural Health and Beauty: Look and Feel Sexier with Tantalizing Summer Fruits

Summer Fruits are the Key to Health, Beauty, and Feeling Sexier

Look and Feel Sexy with Summer Fruit

You already know that fruit is a great way to stay healthy, and there is no better time to whip up some tantalizing fruity meals than summer. What you might not already know is that fruits can also provide some impressive beauty benefits. Brightly colored fruits contain high levels of important nutrients and can improve your complexion, undo damage caused by the sun, and protect your hair. This isn’t all about eating either; you can actual get some natural beauty benefits by using fruits externally on different parts of your body. Here is a look at the top 5 fruits that can improve your health and your appearance in an all natural way. On top of that, if you can’t find the time to create the recipes yourself, you can always opt for the store bought substitutes offered below.

Get Firmer Skin with Strawberries and Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a very essential part of your body’s production of collagen. (Collagen is the base for supporting your skin structure) The problem is that vitamin C is not produced by your body on its own, so you often need to give it a little added boost. This is why it is so important to pack as much vitamin C into your diet as possible.

Top Summer Fruit #1-Strawberries

Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C and a wonderful fruit to snack on in the summer. Make a berry smoothie with a cup of strawberries or just pop a few into your mouth whenever you get peckish. Try to avoid slicing them as oxygen can break down the vitamin C within the berries.

Strawberry Beauty Remedy

A vitamin C treatment can not only tighten up your skin’s pores but it can also decrease the appearance of sun spots. Blend a cup of strawberries with the juice from 1 lemon and a ½ cup of plain yogurt. Chill the mixture in the fridge for half an hour and then apply it to your neck and face. Lay back, relax with a good book, and let it sit for another 30 minutes. Once you rinse it off be sure to apply some SPF because vitamin C can make you more susceptible to the effects of UV rays.

Store Bought Option

If you don’t want to whip up this natural remedy then you should look for a vitamin C night serum. A good choice is Avon Anew Clearly C Serum, which usually costs around $20.

Improve your Complexion with Vitamin E and Blueberries

Vitamin E has an unrivalled ability to moisturize and hydrate your skin. You may think that the summer heat is causing enough moisture on your face already. Truth is, sweat can actual dry up your skin and cause it to get flaky without the use of a proper moisturizer.

Top Summer Fruit #2- Blueberries

Blueberries are known for being packed with antioxidants, and some pretty effective moisturizing vitamin E. Try to sprinkle a few in your cereal or yogurt in the morning or mix some up with grilled chicken for dinner. Better yet, make up a mixture of blueberries, chicken and almonds, which are also a potent source of vitamin E.

Blueberry Beauty Remedy

You can create a blueberry mask and use it once a week to seal in moisture and keep your skin moisturized in even the driest weather. Puree a ½ cup of blueberries and add a handful of sliced almonds, lemon juice from 1 lemon, a tablespoon of honey, and a tablespoon of plain yogurt. Puree it all together until it is thick and smooth and chill it in the fridge for about half an hour. Once the mixture is chilled, spread it evenly on your face and leave it for 20 minutes. Be sure to do a test on your arm first to ensure that your skin is not allergic to any of the ingredients.

Store Bought Option

If you don’t have a blender nearby or just don’t feel up for mixing anything together, you can invest in Rouleau’s Triple Berry Peel. Use this peel once a month and enjoy the effects of the real blueberries that are packed in.

Strengthen Hair and Nails with Fatty Acids

Dieting has taught us all to think fat is the enemy, but this isn’t always the case. Essentially fatty acids provide a number of benefits and can help produce healthy oils within your body. These oils can prevent your nails from getting brittle, moisturize skin, and cut down on the clogging of hair follicles. As an added bonus these oils can also stimulate hair and nail growth.

Top Summer Fruit #3- Avocados

Just a half of an avocado can bring a number of health and beauty benefits to the body. Whip up some guacamole and get snacking, but choose whole wheat pita or crackers instead of dipping chips and chowing down. Or simply dice up an avocado and add it to the top of a summer salad.

Avocado Beauty Remedy

Pump up your hair by utilizing this beauty enhancing remedy once a week. Mix together 1 avocado, ½ teaspoon of olive oil, and one egg yolk. Scrub the mixture into your hair, after you dampen it, and leave it on for a half an hour. Wash it out with shampoo and you will notice some added luster instantly. If you want to give your nails a boost then combine a half an avocado, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, 1 egg white, and 2 tablespoons of oatmeal. Rub it evenly on your nails and cuticles, put on a good TV show, and sit back for 20 minutes. Rinse it off and get ready for longer, stronger nails.

Store Bought Option

If working in the kitchen isn’t your idea of a good time then you can always take advantage of the benefits offered by Burt’s Bees Avocado Butter Pre-Shampoo Treatment. The name is actually longer than the time you will have to spend using it, and the best part is that it generally comes in at under $9.

Tomatoes and Lycopene Mean Fewer Breakouts

Lycopene is becoming known as one of the best nutrients to fend off pimples and keep your skin smooth and clear. It can reduce inflammation, which is a main cause of clogged pores. Eating more tomatoes can actually help provide the same benefits that expensive over the counter acne treatments promise to bring about.

Top Summer Fruit #4- Tomatoes

Chow down on a large tomato and your skin will love the benefits immediately. Chop one up in a salad, whip up some bruschetta, or mix up some delicious pasta sauce. However you go about it, delicious tomatoes are the best way to add lycopene to your diet. If you cook the tomatoes there is actually a much better chance the lycopene will be made available to your body.

Tomato Beauty Remedy

Take the time out of your week to whip up a tomato mask. It is easier than the other remedies as you do not need any added ingredients. Thinly slice up a tomato and evenly place the slices all over your face. Lay back and leave them on for 15 minutes. After you remove them slice up another tomato in half and rub it in small circles all over your skin. When you are done, rinse your face with warm water and love the fact that the lycopene has cut down on bacteria and opened up your pores.

Store Bought Option

Even though this remedy is easy, rubbing raw tomatoes on your face may not be your idea of fun. If not, consider investing in Yes to Tomatoes Total Treatment Facial Mask which usually comes in at under $15.

Smoother, Lighter Skin with Vitamin A and Peaches

Vitamin A is known for boosting the production of cells in your body and getting rid of dead skin. It can smoothen out your skin and make you feel a lot suppler. It can also help to reverse some of the damage caused by the sun over an extended period of time.

Top Summer Fruit #5- Peaches

Search out peaches at the grocery stores with a deep orange color. These are the ones that contain the most vitamin A. Dice them up and toss them into a fruit salad or sprinkle them with lemon and garnish a piece of grilled chicken or fish.

Peach Beauty Remedy

Create a weekly body scrub to help rid yourself of dead, built-up skin and revitalize your body. Blend two peaches, after removing the pits, and then mix them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and a few spoonfuls of brown sugar, however much it takes to make the mixture thick. Rub the natural lotion all over your body and leave it on for just a few minutes. Rinse off in the shower with warm water and then jump in front of the mirror to notice some instantly smoother skin.

Store Bought Option

If you are worried about the stickiness of the brown sugar then head to the local drugstore or supermarket and look for Caress Daily Silky Body Wash, which will usually only leave your purse about $7 lighter.

Natural, Healthy Living with Fruit

Admittedly there are a lot of quality natural products on the market, and you may decide to use them in an effort to save time, but it is nice to know that fruit can offer so many advantages. Mix these fruits into your diet or just have a little fun by creating your own beneficial beauty products. Sure it may be easier to buy the store bought options, but where is the fun in that? Just imagine the look on your friend’s face when you tell them your skin is clearer thanks to a simple tomato rub, or that your hair has added luster thanks to a few avocados. That will make the effort in the kitchen more than worth it in the long run.

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Sunscreen for Acne-Prone Skin; How to Find a Sunscreen that Protects your Skin and Does Not Clog Pores

Non-Oily Sunscreen is the Best of Both Worlds

Don’t Let the Sun Control your Life

We all know that sunscreen is important, and even necessary, when spending time out in the sun. The problem is that it can often be hard to find the right sunscreen for your skin, especially if your skin is prone to acne. If you struggle to fight off pimples then the last thing you want to do is slather on a sunscreen that clogs your pores. It becomes a battle between two evils. Use an oily sunscreen that leaves your face more prone to acne, or deal with a sunburn and major health concerns in the future. So what can you do? How can you keep your skin safe and stave off the sun, yet leave your skin smooth and clear?

Steer Clear of Oil Based Sunscreens
 
The key is to find a non-oily version of a sunscreen. There are certain types of sunscreen that are designed specifically for the face, which can be much more beneficial than the products that are meant to be slathered on the entire body. The label on sunscreens will have valuable information so you want to delve a little deeper than just purely looking at the SPF rating, or the price. Your best bet is to search out the sunscreen lotions that are noncomedogenic, which is a fancy way of saying it wont clog your pores.

Say Yes to a Lotions and No to Thick Creams
 
On top of that look for a sunscreen that comes in a lotion rather than an unnecessarily thick cream. The thick cream can leave residue that can create a breeding ground for unsightly pimples. To keep your skin clear, your pores open, and still protect yourself from the sun, one of the best options currently out there is Aveeno SPF 50. It is a noncomedogenic sunscreen and beneficial for your skin and pores, while still coming in at a price around $10. It really is the best of both worlds. Have fun in the sun without all the worry.

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How to Heal, Prevent and Treat a Sunburn; 4 Different Tips for Healing a Sunburn that are Sure to Work

Read Along and Get Rid of That First Sunburn of the Summer

Sunburns happen. It is a part of life, even though we all know that we should cover up, protect our skin, and even stay inside on certain days of the year. Whether it is your unrivaled attraction to the great outdoors, the fact that you love how you look with a tan. or simply that you are too stubborn to use sunscreen, you are bound to get a sunburn at some point this summer. So when you do, here are four separate ways that you can treat, or even prevent, a sunburn and start feeling better, immediately.

1-After Care for Sunburn

If you can’t deal with the pain and find it hard to even move take an anti-inflammatory as soon as you can. This will not only ease the pain but can also negate some of the damage done to your skin. Of course if the burn is so bad that you get blisters or feel nauseous, then you definitely want to see a doctor. If you can deal with it on your own, moisturize your skin as much as possible and try soothing your whole body with a variety of cold compresses.

2-A New Twist on After Care of a Sunburn

Always treat your sunburn with moisturizers and cold compresses as soon as you can. It is always best to avoid the sun for at least a few days and cover up as much as possible, no matter how hot it is outside. A common mistake that many people make is picking and peeling off the dried skin. This can lead to permanent scars and bleeding that you do not have to want to deal with.

3- Prevention and Natural Treatment of a Sunburn

Nutritionists often suggest loading up on Vitamin E and taking some beta carotene supplements before heading out for a long journey in the sun, especially if you are planning a vacation to a sunny paradise. If you still get hit by a sunburn you can look for all natural solutions and rub your skin down with flaxseed, almond, lavender or chamomile oils to give your skin the soothing treatment it is begging for. These products can help prevent scarring and further irritation.

 
4-Beauty Advice for Sunburns

Whether you are dealing with a minor sunburn or are in so much pain that it is impossible to bend over, drink a lot of water. Avoid a hot bath or hot water in general as this can further dry out your skin. A great tip is to soak up in a lukewarm bath with a mixture of baking soda, oatmeal and chamomile tea bags. This can relieve pain and heal the skin as well as give you some much needed comfort and relaxation. If you notice new skin problems or added freckles you can seek out the help of an aesthetician for a microderm-abrasion treatment to exfoliate the skin.

While these are some great methods that you can use to ease the pain and deal with a sunburn, prevention is utterly important. There are long term effects that can come hand in hand with sunburns that often cannot be reversed. So get out there and have fun this summer, but stock up on sunscreen, cover up as much as you can and know when it is time to find that cool spot of shade. Your skin will surely thank you later.

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New Anti-Aging Techniques; Give your Skin a Facelift by Updating Your Makeup Routine

Stop Hiding Out Indoors

When it comes to our skin’s health and our overall appearance, so many people focus tightly on using makeup and expensive cosmetic products to hide minor irregularities. We work to cover up minor blemishes and hide age spots by applying extensive amounts of products such as lotions, creams, blushes, eye liners, and foundations. The real problem is that many women use the same application techniques and makeup for their entire lives, yet do not realize that their faces require new techniques and products as they age.

 
As your face and skin ages, you need to alter your entire makeup routine. Simply applying the same makeup in the same way can often cause you to look years, or even decades, older. Your key for success is to switch up your daily routine and start applying products to the areas that require the most attention. This can often be the best way to ensure that you look more like yourself, with a little extra zip.

 
Jazz Up your Makeup Routine

Fresh out of the shower you can begin by using a light dusting of an off yellow facial powder. This will help to decrease any unwanted shine on your face which can draw attention to subtle laugh lines. Next up, you should look into a concealer that is cream based to apply directly to heavier, noticeable lines, areas with pigmentation and under your eyes to disguise dark circles. Try to choose a concealer that is just a few shades lighter than your actual skin tone as it will work most effectively.

 
You may also notice that your cheekbones have lost a lot of definition over the years. You can add quite a bit of definition by evenly, yet lightly, dusting on a coral or rose colored blush onto your cheeks. You can choose whichever makeup you are most comfortable with on your eyes, but will definitely want to make the effort to fill in your eyebrows. This can make your face look far more natural and give your skin a softer look overall. Finish it all off with an exciting lip color and you will be well on your way to looking younger and feeling more vibrant.

Everyone will take Notice of your Updated Look

Makeup is a fantastic tool, which is no secret. However, when you start to understand the subtle differences when it comes to the application, you will instantly notice the anti-aging benefits that you can start working into your daily routine.

Have fun, good luck and get out there and enjoy your renewed, exciting new look.

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Better Skin Through a Better Sleep; Fight the Signs of Aging and Reduce Wrinkles Naturally

Make Sleep a Priority for Healthy Skin

So many people spend hundreds, and even thousands, of dollars on skin care products and anti-aging remedies, yet neglect some of the most important parts of keeping their bodies young, fit and healthy. Truth be told, all the skin care products in the world cannot keep you looking young or keep your skin flawless if you don’t take care of yourself in other ways.
Make Sleep your Best Friend
Getting the appropriate amount of sleep will ensure that your skin remains healthy even more than all the best skin care products in the world can. Thus, the perfect mix of powerful lotions, creams and sleep can be the recipe you need to fight the signs of aging.
The reason that sleep is so important to your skin is that so many vital things happen while you are sleeping. This is the time when your body renews cells and produces the collagen you need for the glowing beauty you desire.

Sadly, most people are averaging barely six hours of sleep a night, when your body truly craves between seven and nine hours. This can be attributed to stress and sleep problems and the fact that many people lay in bed awake for up to an hour and a half after crawling under the sheets.  This lack of sleep really negates your body’s ability to replenish your aging skin.
How to Get Better Sleep for your Skin
It is really important to make your time in bed a top priority. If you want to achieve a deeper and more effective sleep it is recommended that you take your wind down time seriously before getting into bed. You can take the first step by dimming all the lights in your house at least an hour before bed time. Light can prevent the chemicals in your body that lead to a deep sleep from spreading through your system.
You can also try to soak in a hot bath before bed which can help you relax and nod off in your bed much faster. You may even want to listen to soothing, soft music while in the tub in order to let your mind and body know that it is time to unwind and call it a night.
The key here is to stop neglecting the natural forms of anti-aging help that you can take advantage of. Sure expensive lotions and creams can be beneficial to fight wrinkles, but a good night’s sleep could be the ingredient you are missing that is preventing you from achieving that glowing skin you have always desired.

More Anti-Aging Skin Care Tips; Do Not Neglect Other Important Parts of Your Body

Love Every Part of Your Body, Not Just Your Face

With so many people focused on healthy skin and skin care these days, a lot of people are getting really good at masking their actual age. However, while facial lotions and anti-wrinkle products are abundant, a lot of people forget to treat many of the forgotten parts.

It is these areas such as your hands, chest and neck that can often be a dead giveaway when it comes to your age. In fact, a few recent studies suggest that so many women are focused on facial care that they look under 40 on their face, but 60 years old below their jaw line.

Attend to All the Forgotten Parts

What you need to do is start taking notice of these areas and start giving them just as much attention as you give your face. These areas are essentially just extensions of your face and you should use the same skin care methods and products on them.

Whichever your skin product of choice is, be sure to apply it regularly to your neck, chest and hands as well. So when you use a sunscreen with a high SPF and antioxidants during the day, be sure to apply it all over. And when you use a retinol based lotion at night, spread it across your upper body and on your hands.

An Important Thing to Remember

One thing to remember is that the skin on your chest and neck is much thinner, so when you are using a powerful product be sure to only use it once every two days, while you can use these lotions and creams daily on the thicker skin on your face.

To best protect your hands it is recommended that you use a sunscreen or moisturizer that contains a broad-spectrum of ingredients to protect you from all the effects of the outdoors.

Love your face and treat it well, but do not neglect the other important parts of your body.

The Best Skin Care Products on the Market; Using Retinoid to Fight the Signs of Aging

Fight Signs of Aging with Retinoid

Here is yet another tip from us here at HealFeel.com on how to fight the signs of aging and keep your skin feeling healthy and looking younger. Be sure to keep checking back for more articles in this six part series about keeping your skin looking fresh and feeling rejuvenated.

If you really want to minimize wrinkles, fade dark spots and smooth your skin’s texture then you are going to have to start investing in some serious skin care products. This does not mean that you have to break the bank or even stray completely away from natural remedies, but the key here is taking advantage of retinoid.

Retinoid is derived from Vitamin A and has been proven over the years to steadily increase your skin’s ability to produce collagen and improve cell renewal. These two benefits alone can minimize visual signs of aging and clear your skin from blotting and that dull look you may be noticing recently.

Safe for Everyone?

While there are exceptions a number of cosmetic dermatologists have recently stated that everyone over the age of 30 should be using some form of retinoid on a daily basis.

While there are a number of powerful, prescription products, you want to try to stick to skin care products you can obtain over the counter. They will not get to work as quickly, but are much safer in the long run and contain far less chemicals. Often times, prescription lotions can cause drying of the skin and peeling that negate the positive effects you are after.

How to Improve your Skin with Retinol

The best way to go about this process is to cleanse your skin thoroughly each night with a cream that contains retinol. This will significantly diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and will help your skin produce new, healthy cells. If you find that the cream is too strong, you can often start by only applying it once very two nights.

For some extra benefit, try and find a cream or lotion that also contains peptides which are full of amino acids that can also stimulate the production of collagen. Right now there are two effective products on the market, Philosophy Save Me and Neova Dual Action Lotion. Philosophy Save Me comes in at around $60 while the Neova product will cost you a bit more at approximately $85.