Sun Damage Articles
Preventing a Major Cause of Eye Wrinkling
Saturday, July 16th, 2011
Here you will learn about one major cause of eye wrinkling, what you can do to prevent them and how to reduce them if they are already a problem for you. Let’s focus on squinting.
Squinting is a primary cause of eye wrinkling. You could be squinting in reaction to light or because of a problem with your vision.
In order to prevent wrinkles caused by squinting, you should wear sunglasses. UV protective sunglasses may also help prevent age-related cataracts.
You should have your eyes examined every two years at least. If you currently wear a prescription, doctors recommend an annual eye exam. In many states, the optometric prescription expires in one … Read Full Article
The Secret to Keeping Naturally Radiant Skin
Monday, April 18th, 2011
What’s the secret to keeping natural radiant skin as you age? That depends on who you ask. The experts don’t seem to agree on much of anything, except that they are right.
It seems to me that a lot of the recommendations have to do with the expert’s specialty. In a recent article, a doctor who specializes in prescribing bio-identical hormones for menopausal women said that the causes of the visible signs of aging are low estrogen levels and environmental factors.
That’s interesting, because dermatologists released a report last year saying that the primary cause was something different. They found that there are more free radicals in older skin and that fewer … Read Full Article
Do Wrinkle Creams Work Against UV Light?
Monday, March 28th, 2011
Do wrinkle creams work to protect against UV light? That’s a new question. Most people just want to know if a cream can really get rid of wrinkles. Here’s why you should care about the protection of UV, even if all you thought you cared about were wrinkles.
UV rays are the invisible ones. UVB causes sunburns. You can usually tell when you have had too much of it, because your skin gets red and hot.
UVA causes hyperpigmentation, age spots, wrinkles and skin cancer. You can’t always tell when you have had too much UVA. We don’t even know how much is too much.
Many of the anti-aging lotions on the … Read Full Article
How to Heal Damaged Skin Naturally
Friday, March 4th, 2011
A great deal of research has been conducted about how to heal damaged skin. To speed healing is a major goal, because damage to the skin, our natural barrier, can allow pathogens to enter the bloodstream and cause a widespread infection. Here’s what we know about the subject.
There are many kinds of damage. Cuts, nicks, abrasions and burns are among the most common. Allergies or sensitivities can cause rashes to appear. Damage can come from squeezing pimples or picking at them. The skin’s dermis layer can become torn due to sudden weight gain or hormone use and leave behind visible stretch marks.
Those are just some of the types of damage … Read Full Article
Anti Aging Skin Care Lotions
Monday, January 31st, 2011
The results of a new study about anti aging skin care lotions were recently published. The researchers were looking primarily at the UVA protection provided by the products, but there was more to learn from their findings.
The researchers declined to mention the brand names of any of the products they tested. What we do know is that all of them had an SPF rating on the label.
SPF stands for sunburn protection factor. The higher the number, the better, when it comes to preventing a burn, but burns are not all we have to worry about.
The researchers tested products that ranged in price from $1.88 per ounce to $64.71 per … Read Full Article
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Review
Monday, December 6th, 2010
Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer comes in a variety of colors. Each has an SPF rating of 20. Is the use of this tinted moisturizer a good idea? Let’s discuss.
According to the cosmetics database of the Environmental Working Group, there are concerns about the safety of the ingredients. EWG rates cosmetic products from 0-10. 0s are given to products containing non-hazardous ingredients. 10s are given to products that are highly hazardous.
The Group gives the regular moisturizing foundation a 5 or moderately hazardous. The illuminating moisturizing foundation gets a 4. That’s not bad, but it could be a lot better.
Some of the ingredients included in the products have been linked to … Read Full Article
Complete Report on How to Get Healthy Skin Naturally
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
Here you can learn how to get healthy skin naturally. You will see advice about what to eat, how to sleep, how to avoid sun damage and what kind of skincare products to use. It’s a complete guide for a healthier you.
What to Eat
What you eat affects the health of every organ of your body. Being the largest organ of the body, what you eat has a tremendous affect on your skin’s health.
You need to be sure to get enough of the nutrients necessary for the production of new skin cells and fibers. Those nutrients include amino acids from proteins and vitamin C. The average person needs about a … Read Full Article
Natural Skincare Products & Ingredients You Can Find At Home
Monday, November 8th, 2010
Natural skincare products could be a good choice for people with sensitive skin, eczema, allergies or dermatitis, along with anyone else. Not all naturally occurring cosmetic ingredients are safe, gentle and non-allergenic, however.
In this article, you will learn which naturally occurring ingredients are most and least likely to cause an irritation or other adverse reaction. There may be dozens of health and beauty aids in your kitchen, right now. Here are just a few examples.
Sugar can be used for exfoliating. Olive oil can be used for moisturizing the skin and conditioning the hair. Lemon juice and baking soda can be used to whiten teeth and nails.
Honey has antioxidant and … Read Full Article
Skin Whitening Can Help with Overly Tanned Skin
Thursday, September 16th, 2010
Skin whitening is somewhat controversial, but it can certainly improve the skin’s appearance. After years of sun exposure, your face may have the look of tanned leather.
Wouldn’t it be nice to have the complexion you had as a child?
It is important to remember that the damage can be redone. If you take the time to use a safe and effective whitener, you should also take steps to prevent the damage from recurring.
You should also be aware that as your complexion become lighter, it will be more likely to burn.
Don’t put too much faith in sunscreens. Their effectiveness is limited. Some of the chemical sunscreens may even contribute … Read Full Article
Natural Facial Products with Antioxidants Can Repair Damaged Skin
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
The natural facial products on the market include cleansers, masks and anti-aging creams. Toners and astringents are available, too. But, most people really don’t need them.
What everyone needs is a good moisturizer. A recent study conducted by the University of Maryland showed that plain old tap water strips the skin’s protective oils. Doctors call the oils sebum.
Sebum provides protection, but also starts to smell bad, if it is not washed away on a regular basis. So, bathing is necessary. It’s just as necessary to follow each bath or shower with the use of a good moisturizer.
When you go to compare the moisturizers on the market, you will see … Read Full Article
Natural Skin Care – Creating Healthy Skin from the Inside Out
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
A natural skin care routine can keep your face free of blemishes, healthy looking and wrinkle-free for years to come. The first step is one that you may have overlooked completely. It all starts with eating right.
Doctors have been saying for years that we are what we eat. Some have been laughed at and discredited. But, scientific researchers continue to provide evidence supporting their conclusions.
If you read the news, you may have seen a report a few months back about how tiny molecules called “AGEs” cause wrinkles. AGEs are actually advanced glycation end-products. They form as a result of a chain reaction that can be initiated when we eat simple … Read Full Article