Anti Aging Natural Skin Care with Wakame Kelp Extract

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

natural skin careHere’s a look at some of the more effective anti aging natural skin care solutions.  There are plenty of “marginally” effective ingredients.  The ones covered here are a little better than that.  Let’s start with wakame kelp.

Wakame kelp or seaweed is highly nutritious. So it is often used as a component of many health food recipes.  The benefits to the skin’s health are several.  The first benefit has to do with a compound called hyaluronic acid.

If you have compared any of the ingredients in the anti aging natural skin care products currently on the market, you have probably seen one called hyaluronic acid.  It is one of the most popular … Read Full Article

All Natural Skincare Ingredients are Filled with Antioxidants

Monday, July 19th, 2010

One of my favorite all natural skincare ingredients is grape seed oil.  Let me tell you a little about it.

All Natural SkincareThe oils of grape seeds contain the antioxidants vitamin E and resveratrol.  Vitamin E has long been recognized as beneficial to the skin’s health.  Most creams and lotions contain the ingredient, but most companies do not use the naturally occurring form.  Synthetics are cheaper.

Resveratrol has been written about in scientific journals and talked about on television programs.  It is one of the most potent antioxidants that have been found.  Some manufacturers list resveratrol as an ingredient.

You never know where that resveratrol comes from if grape seed oil is not listed, … Read Full Article

4 Important Ingredients in Natural Wrinkle Creams

Friday, July 16th, 2010

natural wrinkle creamA natural wrinkle cream containing antioxidants, proteins, plant extracts and nourishing oils could be exactly what you need to improve your skin’s health and appearance.  Here’s a look at the benefits of specific ingredients.

Grape Seed Oil

Grape seed oil can be used for cooking.  Some chefs like it because of its unique “filming” ability.  It forms a film over the pan and the vegetables being cooked.  This allows them to use less oil.

When applied to the skin, the film acts to hold moisture in.  The benefits of use may include reduced wrinkles, scars and stretch marks.  It can help improve circulation.  Because of its antioxidant activity, it protects against free … Read Full Article

People Rate Anti Aging Creams in Their Own Way

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

rate anti aging creamsA person with sensitive skin might rate anti aging creams differently than someone without sensitivities.  A person with an oilier complexion would likely see fewer results than someone with excessive dryness.  Those are just a few of the things that set us apart.

We are all humans and share many things in common.  Yet, there are many differences due to things like sex, genetics or lifestyle.

A woman with excessive dryness that starts using a good moisturizer will see a significant improvement in her skin’s appearance very quickly.  Excessive dryness is one of the causes of wrinkles and sagging.

When we are young, there is a large amount of moisture in all … Read Full Article

What is Phytessence Wakame?

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

wakame kelp

You might have heard about Phytessence Wakame in connection with skin care and cosmetics. It is a revolutionary natural ingredient that has recently made it to the forefront of the anti aging market. Since its introduction it has been touted as the most effective, most beneficial substance to hit the cosmetic industry in decades.

Phytessence Wakame is a type of kelp native to the Japanese Sea. It effectiveness comes from its ability to block the production of a harmful enzyme in your body called hyaluronidase. This enzyme breaks down hyaluronic acid present in your skin. As a result, the elastin and collagen fibers deteriorate which leads to an increase in sagging and … Read Full Article