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You know that the
sun can damage your skin and make you look years older!
There's enough evidence now to show that the sun does cause skin
damage and premature aging. Enough evidence to prove to women
that skin care and protection in the sun is a “must”. Not just
on the beach, but daily protection should become part of our
skin care routines.
 What the sun does is destroy our natural collagen, therefore
breaking down the skin's elasticity. To say nothing of causing
skin cancer. The story isn't all bad, though. The sun may be
good for you in very small doses, and with the right protection.
Sunlight on the skin forms Vitaman D, essential to help the body
assimilate calcium and phosphorus. The sun is also a “treatment”
for some skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis. Ultraviolet -
rays can act as a drying agent for very oily skins with acne.
The skin has two defences to sunlight: First cell division is
increased so that the outer layer is built up quicker than it is
shed, so it can scatter and absorb ultraviolet rays. The other
defence, the one we become aware of, is that cells known as
melanocytes produce melaninin response to the ultraviolet ray
stimulation. The increase in melanin granules is tanning. We all
have approximately the same number of melanocytes, but dark
people produce greater quantities of melanin and it is held in
the skin for a longer time. |
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After-sun care
Dermatologists maintain that if you burn your skin while you are
in the sun you cannot undo the damage afterwards. In acute
sunburn there may be blistering, so see your doctor. Otherwise
redness can be calmed and cooled with after sun lotion. |
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 BE KIND TO YOUR
SKIN
For centuries women have been putting one thing or another on
their faces to stimulate the complexion, deep-clean the pores,
tighten and refine surface skin texture. The oldest and still most
effective cleansing masque is made of moistened clay. Highly
absorbent, it sops up excess oil, dead cells, and other skin
debris as it dries. Another type of masque often concocted from
edible ingredients soothes sensitive skins and moisturizes
dehydrated ones. Masques are just one of the special treats you
can give your skin….
Away with
worn-out cells
Mini-dermabrasion helps slough off old, dead cells, leaves skin
glowing. Do it with complexion brush, cleansing grains and scrubs,
exfoliating lotions.
How to use steam
Steaming your face over hot water opens the pores so they can be
more effectively emptied of sebum and cellular debris. Throw in a
handful of herbs, if you like, but plain water works just as well. |
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 Erase lines away
Tiny facial muscles benefit from frequent workouts. Try this
simple EEE-OOO routine when you have a moment's privacy:Stretch
mouth into wide grin (say “Eee” as you do it), then into little
circle (“Ooo”). Stroke forehead to discourage lines, strengthen
eyelid muscles by blinking lower lids with skin held taut at
sides. Eat as much raw
food as possible - good for all skin types
Also, plenty of protein, fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, whole
grains. Try to eat as much raw food as you can…. take a spoonful
of salad oil every day….. Give up sugar, white bread, junk food.
Skin-nurturing Vitamins E, A, and C. Lots of foods are good for
skin both internally and externally …oatmeal, yogurt, buttermilk,
cider vinegar, cucumbers. Also, drink water as it flushes toxins
out of the body, keeps complexion glowing by contributing to
gastro-intestinal health. |
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