Posted by admin on October 30th, 2009
Your skin texture may be rough or dry, which is not related to your complexion. Yours is not an unusual situation since close to almost twenty percent of people have dry skin. The skin is a complex organ that requires adequate moisture to stay smooth and healthy. However, dry skin has difficulty in retaining adequate amounts of moisture. As you age, you will find that the dryness may increase since skin has difficulty retaining moisture as it ages and loses flexibility. If you stay in a colder climate, you will also notice that your skin will lose additional moisture in the cold. In the most severe cases, people with dry skin can develop irritable conditions such as itching, cracking, flaking and uneven skin. The first step is to make sure your skin is always adequately moisturized. Skin already secretes an oily liquid called sebum from its sebaceous glands (oil glands) that is a great natural moisturiser. You should use an additional oil-based moisturizer to help trap the sebum produced by the body to get maximum benefit. Make sure you apply the moisturizer immediately after a bath, while your skin is still wet and hydrated. If you have severely dry skin, you may even consider applying some natural oils (such as sesame oil) before the moisturizer. Always use a separate moisturizer containing sun block for parts of your body that are exposed to sunlight including the face, neck and arms.
In your bath or shower, use lukewarm water since hot water dries the skin. Bathing too often can remove additional natural oils from your skin, so try to manage with one or two short baths a day. Avoid deodorized or harsh soaps since they tend to dry the skin. Make sure you pat your skin dry rather than scrubbing away the natural oils and moisture. To enjoy a comfortable day, avoid harsh fabrics and use mild laundry products. Once a week, treat yourself to a natural facial by mixing the yolk of an egg with two tablespoons of milk and half a tablespoon of honey. Leave it on for about fifteen minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water. You can also use melon juice as a natural face wash. Finally, make sure you follow a healthy skin care diet and exercise regime to add a healthy glow to your reinvigorated skin.
Posted by admin on October 30th, 2009
* Clean your hands with a mild soap.
* Pat your hands dry with a soft towel.
* Apply the hand scrub, evenly, over your hands (fingers included).
* Leave on for 10 minutes.
* Wash off the hand scrub with lukewarm water.
* Pat your hands dry with a soft towel.
* Take an almond-sized drop of moisturizer in your palm. Massage it into the skin of your hands and fingers, using gentle but firm rotating movements of your finger tips.
* Use this hand scrub two times a week for best results.
* This hand scrub exfoliates, moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin of your hands. Use this hand scrub, regularly, and enjoy the clean,
* soft and firm feel of your hands.
Posted by admin on October 30th, 2009
* Always wear rubber gloves when you plan to do any household work or gardening. If your hands are exposed to too much water, soap, detergents, dirt or chemicals then, the skin of your hands can become wrinkled and rough.
* Ideally, you should moisturize your hands at least 4 times in a day, especially after washing them. Even if you do not have time make it a habit of moisturizing your hands before you go to bed at night. This is just as important as brushing you teeth before you go to bed, every night.
* You can also use your face exfoliator on your hands. This will help to remove any dirt and dead skin cells, and nourish and rejuvenate the skin of your hands.
* You can scrub your hands with bath salts, after washing them with soap. This will leave your hands squeaky clean. Do remember to slather some moisturizer on your hands afterwards.
* If you have oily hands, you can try rubbing cornmeal on them after washing them with soap.
* Go in for regular manicures (professional or homemade) to keep your hands and nails in good condition.
* Drink lots of water and fresh fruit juices. Eat a balanced, low-oil diet.
* Exercise regularly. If you are healthy and fit, you skin will have a healthy glow.
* If the skin of your hands is dry and flaky—you can massage a little petroleum jelly on your hands before you go to bed at night. After you do this, you may wear thin cotton gloves. Wake up in the morning and enjoy the soft feel of your hands.
* A quick, easy-to-make homemade scrub for your hand will help. Here’s the recipe for a rejuvenating homemade hand scrub:
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