HANDLING SPOTS LEFT BEHIND FROM ACNE (HYPERPIGMENTATION)

Handling hyperpigmentation

Spots left behind from acne (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)

Introduction to hyperpigmentation

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, often described as dark spots or red spots that are left after acne lesions heal is a common difficulty that acne sufferers with non-Caucasion skin share.^1-3 Hyperpigmentation is common among people of African, Asian, and Latino descent, as well as other forms of "ethnic" skin.⁴ Various forms of acne therapy are often mistakenly blamed for the creation of these marks, but it is the skin's inflammatory process which creates them. These marks can take months, and in rare cases years, to fade.⁵ Although they are often referred to as "scars," they are not permanent. Nonetheless, they cause many people intense distress. Often, people with hyperpigmentation describe this issue as more concerning than the acne itself.

How to prevent hyperpigmentation

Picking at acne lesions is perhaps the worst culprit when it comes to these marks. Absolutely do not pick at acne lesions. Properly pop a pimple, and then leave the lesion alone. Also, while it may seem intuitive to scrub marks away, harsh scrubbing will only prolong their duration and should be avoided. Next, wearing a sunscreen is a huge help in getting these marks to fade as fast as possible.^1,4,6 But the best way to prevent the marks is to treat the acne itself, thus preventing future acne lesions and any hyperpigmentation that they might leave behind.⁷ Acne is treated the same regardless of skin color and responds extremely well to proper topical treatment. When acne is severe, widespread, and deeply scarring, Accutane (isotretinoin) is also an option.

• How to treat hyperpigmentation

  • Retinoids: Tretinoin (Retin-A)
    
    . This topical treatment can help fade marks.⁸ Azelaic acid (Azelex®) may prove even better because it may have a hypopigmentary (lightening) effect by inhibiting melanin (skin pigment).^2-3,9
    • Retin-A
• Azelaic Acid
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• Hydroquinone: (Bleach Eze®). This is the only lightening treatment approved by the FDA. It is normally used at 4%. In higher concentrations it can cause "spotted halos" around marks. It may have other negative effects as well. The addition of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) to a topical hydroquinone treatment may help minimize the oxidation of hydroquinone.^2-3 Also, the efficacy of hydroquinone may be increased by the addition of a retinoid and mid-potent steroid.¹⁰ Be certain to work closely with your physician or dermatologist if you decide to use hydroquinone.
• Peels: Salicylic acid peels, Jessner's® peels, TCA peels, and mandelic acid peels are all mentioned in medical literature as treatments for hyperpigmentation. These peels must be administered by professionals.^1-3,9
  • TCA Peel
• Dry ice cryotherapy: Doctors will sometimes use application of dry ice to help the mark fade.
• Lasers: If topical treatment does not suffice, doctors may sometimes elect to try laser therapy. Laser therapy tends to produce statistically effective results on par with topical treatment.^11-12
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• In one article doctors also describe regular topical application of lactic, kojic, and glycolic acid as helpful.³
  • Lactic Acid Peel
    
• Glycolic Acid Peel
• In the same article, a doctor spoke about how he uses a combination of hydroquinone/retinoid/corticosteroid to apply directly to dark spots.³
• Nicotinamide is mentioned once in the literature as a helpful treatment for inflammation.
• Microdermabrasion: Performed at salons and estheticians' offices, microdermabrasion helps remove the upper layers of skin cells. However, abrading the skin can cause irritation and perpetuate the acne cycle, and should be avoided in acne-prone individuals.^2-3

MUST APPLIED TIPS ON HOW TO END ACNE IN WHITE AND BLACK SKIN

White skin

• Acne very common in white skin
• More incidence of nodules and cysts
• Tendency toward dryer skin
• Less chance of hyperpigmentation

Overview

Acne is an extremely common skin disorder in Caucasian adolescents and adults. According to Cutis, a peer-reviewed clinical journal for dermatologists, "During visits by white patients, the...most common [diagnosis] recorded [was] acne."¹ Upwards of 95% of Caucasian people experience acne at some point in their lives.

What is different about white skin

People with lighter skin tend to have a higher incidence of nodules and cysts, the more severe types of acne lesions. Caucasian people also tend toward dryer skin, making drying and peeling medications more of a challenge. White people must also contend with more noticeable lesions when they do break out. The acute redness and inflammation that directly surround an acne lesion stand in stark contrast to light skin tones. However, when it comes to the red spots that acne leaves behind, white people tend to have less of a struggle. While white people do experience post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation—a fancy term for these marks—they experience them less often than their darker-skinned counterparts.^2-5 Also, these marks tend to fade more quickly on lighter skin. However, Caucasian skin, just like any other ethnicity, can scar.

How to treat acne in white skin

No matter the ethnicity, acne develops and is treated the same way, and with proper medication is easily treatable.⁶ Options include topical treatment as well as Accutane (isotretinoin).

Black skin and acne

Treating acne in black skin

Black skin

• Acne very common in both adolescents and adults of African decent
• Tendency for hyperpigmentation
• Very few studies

Overview

Acne is the most common skin disorder in black adolescents and black adults and is often the primary reason for a visit to a doctor or dermatologist.^1-3 According to the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, "Acne vulgaris is an extremely common dermatological problem in Africans and people of African descent worldwide."⁴ Despite this prevalence, relatively few studies have been conducted on people with black skin.

What is different about black skin

People with black skin tend to have inflammatory acne, the most common type of acne. This is actually good news because inflammatory acne is easier to treat than non-inflammatory acne. Black people also tend to have fewer nodules and cysts, the more severe types of acne lesions. Despite the fact that black people tend to have less severe lesions, there is a higher chance of keloid scarring, especially on the chest and back, making effective acne prevention paramount.
Next, all non-Caucasian skin types tend to have a higher incidence of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, a fancy term for marks left after acne goes away. This is such a big issue that dermatologists often remark on how their black patients consider these marks worse than the acne itself.^2,5-8 See the hyperpigmentation section below to learn more about how to contend with these dark spots that acne leaves behind.
People of African heritage do not tend to suffer with rosacea.⁹

Pomade acne - a special case

Sometimes the greasy emollients which make up black hair care products can come into contact with the skin and aggravate acne. If you use these products and tend to break out along your hairline or in places where your particular hair style comes into contact with your skin, this may be the culprit.²

How to treat acne in black skin

Luckily, inflammatory acne develops and is treated the same way regardless of skin color, and with the right regimen is easy to clear. There are several options including topical treatment as well as Accutane (isotretinoin). According to the International Journal of Dermatology, "benzoyl peroxide is particularly effective for the inflammatory component." Benzoyl peroxide is a mild drying and peeling agent, but people with black skin tend to have less flakiness and scaling of the skin and tolerate it well.^10-11 There is a highly effective topical regimen here on sghealth.com which works extremely well on darker skin types.

How to Use Body Makeup to Enhance (Nearly) Everything

You use makeup on your face to enhance your skin, make your cheekbones look a little bit higher and add a dewy glow where there’s none—why not use it on your body too? Here, we’ll show you how to do just that, along with the makeup products that will give you the best results. We’ve even gone as far as matching you with the skin care products to give you long-term results.

1. To Cover Up Body Blemishes
Most of us have skin imperfections—scars, stretch marks and spider veins—we prefer to keep hidden until they’ve fully faded. While there are things you can do and products you can apply to help speed up the process, body makeup can help make these skin imperfections look less pronounced—instantly.
Dermablend Quick Fix Body, a waterproof body concealer that provides full coverage for up to 16 hours.
How-To: To ensure an even application, use a brush or sponge instead of your fingers to apply the product. Blend the edges until you can’t tell where the product ends and the rest of your skin begins. Set it with Dermablend Loose Setting Powder.
2. Make Your Arms, Legs and Tummy Look More Toned
Of course, nothing beats push-ups, sit-ups and loading up on healthy, low-calorie meals, but if you need to see results sooner, contouring will give you the appearance of a slimmer, more toned body without hitting the gym.
Dermablend Quick Fix Body that’s two shades darker than your skin tone (For fair skin tones try Medium, for light skin tones try Honey, for medium skin tones try Bronze and for deep skin tones try Golden.)
How-To:

• Toned Arms: Apply a line right underneath biceps and a smaller line on top of triceps.
• Trimmer Abs: Apply along the sides of torso.
• Slimmer Thighs: Apply down along the outside of the thighs.
• Toned Legs: Swipe along the calf muscle

Finish all applications with Dermablend Loose Setting Powder in Original.

Pro Tip: For best results, couple with products designed to tighten, firm and lift the appearance of sagging skin, like SkinCeuticals Body Tightening Concentrate. This product features 2% hydrolyzed rice protein to tighten and firm skin, giving it a more toned appearance.
3. To Even Skin Tone
Pasty legs, uneven pigmentation and tan lines in the weirdest places? Tinted body lotions work like tinted moisturizers: They provide sheer coverage as they hydrate your skin. They also conceal minor imperfections and even out skin tone without the weight of traditional makeup.
 Dermablend Leg & Body Cover, a lightweight, medium-coverage liquid that glides easily on your body, leaving a natural and comfortable finish that’s never cakey.
How-To: Apply Leg & Body Cover with fingertips or brush directly over the area you wish to cover. Feather outwards to blend into surrounding skin. Allow foundation to dry before applying additional layers if more coverage is needed. Apply a generous amount of Setting Powder, allow to set for two minutes, then brush off excess powder.
Pro Tip: For a smoother finish, exfoliate your skin thoroughly with SkinCeuticals Body Retexturing Treatment before applying body makeup.
4. To Give Your Neck and Décolletage a Youthful Glow
Don’t let your neck give away your age. The easiest way to illuminate and give your skin a nice, youthful sheen is by applying highlighter on strategic high points of your body.
Dermablend Quick Fix Illuminator—Pearl
How-To: Much like applying highlighter to your face, apply this to the high points of your body, including shoulders, collarbone and cleavage.
Pro Tip: For long-term results, use with SkinCeuticals Neck, Chest and Hand Repair, a lightweight lotion designed to brighten and restore the youthful appearance of your neck, chest and hands.
5. To Make Tattoos Disappear—Sans Laser
Still got the name of your ex-boyfriend inked on your body? While laser is still the best way to erase all traces of previous indiscretions, some body concealers offer maximum, long-lasting coverage to cover up tattoos and other hard-to-conceal skin flaws.
Dermablend Quick Fix Body provides full-body, smudge-proof and transfer-resistant coverage for up to 16 hours. The cream formula and stick applicator makes applying a natural finish simple and precise.
How-To: Apply directly over tattoo or area of concern. Pat with fingertips and blend out, or feather edges to avoid any demarcation lines. Allow foundation to dry completely before applying additional layers if more coverage is desired. Pat on a generous amount of Setting Powder over covered areas. Set for two minutes, then lightly brush off excess powder.
Pro Tip: Remove body makeup in a flash with Dermablend Long Wear Makeup Remover. Apply a generous amount on fingertips and gently massage over skin in a circular motion. Either rinse or tissue off. Leaves no residue and skin feels conditioned

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9 BEST FACE CLEANSERS FOR YOUR ACNE-PRONE SKIN

9 Best Face Cleansers for Acne-Prone Skin

Acne isn’t just a problem for teens. Those pesky zits and pimples can pop up at any age. Whether it’s your diet, environment or stress that’s to blame, you don’t have to suffer helplessly. “I tell my acne patients to look for acne facial cleansers that contain salicylic acid, glycolic acid or benzoyl peroxide,” says board-certified dermatologist Cynthia Bailey, M.D., president and CEO of Advanced Skin Care and Dermatology Physicians, Inc. and Founder of DrBaileySkinCare.com. “Acne cleansers with these ingredients will gradually unclog pores, reduce the size of existing blackheads and slow or stop the formation of new ones,” she says. “Benzoyl peroxide is also the best ingredient for treating the acne-causing bacteria called p. acnes. In fact, study after study continues to show that benzoyl peroxide is more effective than prescription topical antibiotics at treating p. acnes.”
Dr. Bailey also points out that using an acne cleanser twice daily (both morning and evening) is the easiest and most convenient way to deliver acne-fighting ingredients to your delicate facial skin. These cleansers then penetrate your pores and remove makeup and other skin care products, dead cells, oil and bacteria that accumulate throughout the day—all of which can make your acne worse.
To properly apply your acne cleanser, “wet your face with warm water first, then lather your cleanser over all of your facial skin,” Dr. Bailey advises. “Depending on your skin type, you can use your fingers, an exfoliating cloth or a sonic skin-cleansing brush system. Rinse well with warm water to remove the lather entirely. Some of the important acne cleanser ingredients will stay behind, but the cleanser’s foaming agents as well as built-up oil, dead cells, products and bacteria will be rinsed off of your skin.”
Aside from a facial cleanser, Dr. Bailey also recommends using a skin toner or astringent to remove even more oil and deliver additional acne-fighting ingredients. And if your acne is really severe, seek advice from your dermatologist on additional topical products, medicines, moisturizers and sunscreen to apply on top of these cleansers.
With that in mind, here are the nine top-rated acne-fighting cleansers I have took time to worked on.
1. Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel
A soap-free foaming cleanser, this gel clears pores without drying out your skin. It contains mint extract to soothe inflammation, quillaja saponaria to remove toxins and lavender extract to minimize the appearance of pores and balance pH levels.
2. SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub
An exfoliator gentle enough to use every day, even on acne-prone skin, this scrub uses diatomaceous earth microbeads to clear pores without irritating skin. It contains aloe vera, which soothes and softens skin, and citrus oils, which purify and brighten your complexion.
3. Obagi Nu-Derm Foaming Gel
Perfect for normal to oily skin types, this foaming gel cleanser cleans deep into pores to remove dirt, oil and other acne-causing impurities. The oat amino acids and alfalfa extract fight existing blemishes and clear out excess sebum, while aloe vera soothes inflammation and cools redness.
4. Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser
Certified natural, organic and vegan as well as cruelty- and paraben-free, this cleanser purifies your skin without stripping it of its natural moisture. It uses tea tree oil to neutralize bacteria, preventing breakouts, while willow bark slows the production of oil.
5. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel
This soap-, alcohol- and oil-free cleanser gently purifies the skin without drying your skin. It also helps prevent future breakouts by keeping excess oil in check.
6. iS Clinical Cleansing Complex
Perfect for all skin types for both men and women of any age, this gentle, clarifying face wash will leave you with smooth, blemish-free skin. Full of antioxidants derived from chamomile and centella asiatica, it helps heal skin damage and prevent further UV damage.
7. Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant
Restore your skins natural glow while eliminating blemishes with this salicylic acid exfoliating cleanser. It soothes inflammation and reduces redness as it promotes faster cell regeneration and shields against free-radical damage.
8. Yon-Ka Gel Nettoyant Cleansing Gel
Invigorate your skin while purifying it of dirt, oil and makeup. Both red algae and lavender help reduce redness and inflammation, and vitamin A promotes healthy cell growth for younger-looking skin. After use, your skin is left feeling clean and refreshed.
9. Avene Cleanance Cleansing Gel for Face and Body

This cleanser removes dirt, oil and other impurities without disturbing your skin’s pH levels. It also refines pore size to help reduce excess sebum production. Thermal spring water calms irritation and soothes inflammation.

3 Steps You Just Can’t Skip for a Spotless Complexion

Too much fun in the sun can do a number of things to your skin, and with fall upon us, you may already be seeing spots—dark spots, that is. Sun exposure leads to increased melanin production, resulting in brown spots commonly seen on the cheeks, forehead and around the eyes. Uneven skin tone can also make your complexion look dull and tired. You can either head to the dermatologist’s office for a treatment, or you can take matters into your own hands.

STEP 1: CORRECT PIGMENTATION PROBLEMS
If you’ve started seeing brown spots on your face, don’t panic—you are not alone. In fact, about one-third of women over the age of 40 reportedly have it. Whether it’s because of too much sun exposure, hormones or both, these stubborn spots can be difficult to treat. The good news is that some cases can still be corrected. To correct these spots, consider adding a dark spot corrector to your routine. But beware, some pigment-reducing solutions, whether they are dermatological procedures or specialized pharmaceutical products, can weaken or irritate the skin. Make sure you reach for a potent formula that your skin can easily tolerate.
We recommend: Pigmentclar Dark Spot Serum
Why we love it: This serum is formulated with skin-brightening PhE-Resorcinol (100 times more effective than kojic acid) and exfoliating lipo hydroxy acid (aka LHA—4 times better than salicylic acid). It also features soothing niacinamide to keep sensitive skin comfortable.

STEP 2: BRIGHTEN YOUR EYE AREA
There are generally two types of under-eye circles: blue circles caused by poor circulation and dehydration, and brown circles, or “panda eye,” which is linked to overproduction of melanin. While you can always turn to makeup to conceal these dark circles, there are eye treatments available out there that can give you both instant and long-term results.
We recommend: Pigmentclar Eyes
Why we love it: Pigmentclar Eyes is formulated with PhE-Resorcinol to help visibly improve dark circles over time. The bonus? Light-reflecting pearl pigments brighten the entire eye area upon application so you can see results instantly.

STEP 3: PROTECT YOUR SKIN ALL YEAR ROUND
To keep skin bright and even-toned, it is essential to use sun protection throughout the year, even on cloudy days. To protect the skin against UVA and UVB rays, reach for a product with an SPF of at least 15 on a daily basis.
We recommend: Pigmentclar Dark Spot Correcting Moisturizer with SPF 30
Why we love it: This product offers a two-pronged approach to uneven skin tone: correction and protection. Featuring PhE-Resorcinol, LHA and niacinamide, this multitasking daytime treatment visibly reduces dark spots, delivers much-needed moisture and calms sensitive skin as it helps prevents future sun-induced dark spots with broad-spectrum SPF 30.

AWARENESS ON ACNE ROSACEA

                         Acne Rosacea

Please permit me to write short article on Rosacea .It is a common, long-term and non-contagious skin disorder. It is unrelated to acne and many dermatologists are still unclear about exactly what causes it, with sunlight, alcohol, extreme temperatures, prolonged stress, certain foods or medication and strenuous physical activity all cited as possible causes. Symptoms vary and are often intermittent, but are generally denoted by facial redness and flushing, frequently resembling a permanent blush or sunburn. Skin may also look bumpy with tiny red spots (that can sometimes be mistaken for acne) and small blood vessels may appear. Sometimes burning, stinging or itching can be felt.

EASY WAYS TO REMOVE DEEP FACIAL WRINKLES

How to Remove Deep Facial Wrinkles

We are going to shed more light on this three ideas:* Following a Good Skin Regimen,*Choosing the Right Wrinkle Treatment ,*Adjusting Your Lifestyle.

While it may be impossible to completely get rid of wrinkles — particularly deep ones — it’s definitely possible to minimize their appearance. Through maintaining a healthy lifestyle and using effective wrinkle treatments, you can greatly reduce the appearance and formation of deep facial wrinkles.

Part 1 of 3: Following a Good Skin Regimen

1. 1
   Wear sunscreen. Studies have named the sun as the No. 1 cause of wrinkles. Wear a broad-spectrum (UVA and UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. There is no need to go above SPF 50.

   • You need to wear sunscreen even when it’s not sunny. If you’re tanned, this doesn't mean that you’re protected from the sun. Wear sunscreen no matter what!
   • Wearing sunscreen will not only prevent wrinkles; it will also reduce your risk of getting skin cancer.
   • Reapply your sunscreen often — at least every 2 hours.
   
   
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   Wash your face every day. Doctors recommend washing your face twice a day — no more than that. Over-washing your face can strip your skin of its natural oils and moisture so that wrinkles appear deeper; it may even cause new wrinkles to form.

   • Even if your skin is oily, don't wash your face more than twice a day, as it can irritate your skin and, if you have acne, it can cause further breakouts.
   • People with mature skin (ages 40 and up) can likely get away with washing their faces with a cleanser each night, and only rinsing with cool water in the morning.
3. 3
   Use a toner after you wash your face. Applying a toner to your skin after you’ve washed your face can help balance your skin’s pH and keep it looking healthier. Just be sure to avoid toners containing alcohol, as this can dry out your skin.
4. 4
   Use a good-quality moisturizer that targets wrinkles. Many moisturizers contain ingredients aimed at fighting and preventing wrinkles. Apply a moisturizer to your face twice a day: once after your morning face-wash and once after your evening face-wash.

   • There is little evidence to suggest that day and night creams are particularly different; however, some ingredients in moisturizers are made ineffective by the sun. For example, retinol, a highly effective wrinkle-fighter, is rendered inactive by sunlight.
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   Use a good eye cream. The skin around your eyes is different from the rest of your facial skin: it is thinner and more delicate, quicker to wrinkle and droop. For this reason, it’s worthwhile to use an eye cream in addition to your facial moisturizer.

   • Look for an eye cream that contains collagen, vitamin C, peptides, and/or retinol.
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Part 2 of 3: Choosing the Right Wrinkle Treatment

1. 1
   Treat your wrinkles with retinoids. Some health professionals claim that retinoids are the best proven way of reducing wrinkles and other signs of aging. At first, medications containing retinoids can cause redness and peeling, but once the peeling stops, your wrinkles should be improved. You can get a retinoid cream as a prescription from your doctor.

   • Many drugstore skincare brands offer creams containing retinol, a less irritating form of the prescription acid, retinoid. These do not require a prescription. They vary in quality, so it’s important to know what to look for.
   • Retinol degrades with exposure to light and air, so choose a product whose packaging blocks out both. Seek brands that offer retinol treatments in single-dose capsules, opaque glass bottles with air-tight pumps, or aluminum containers.
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   Use skincare products containing idebenone. Idebenone is a powerful antioxidant. A recent study showed that in 6 weeks of topical use, idebenone was able to reduce lines and wrinkles by 29%.
3. 3
   Use skincare products containing alpha-hydroxy acids. Alpha-hydroxy acids will not irritate your skin as much as retinoids, but they also won’t give you the same results. These skincare products will only subtly reduce your wrinkles.
4. 4
   Use skin products containing antioxidants. Skincare products containing vitamins A, C, and E plus beta carotene can mildly improve wrinkles.
5. 5
   Try a skin peel. There are a variety of skin peels available both through medical professionals and over the counter.Note that the deeper the peel, the more likely it is to irritate your skin. Peels can even cause scarring and changes in skin color.
6. 6
   Glycolic acid peels are superficial and can subtly reduce the intensity of fine wrinkles.

   • Peels with ingredients like salicylic acid and trichloroacetic acid go deeper than glycolic acid peels; as a result, they are better at removing fine lines.
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   Consider laser resurfacing. Lasers can stimulate collagen production, making the skin look plumper. If your wrinkles are particularly deep and you’ve found that nothing else works, ask your doctor to see if this might be an option.
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   Consult a medical professional. If you have tried everything and are still struggling to reduce or remove your wrinkles, speak to a doctor or a dermatologist. A medical professional may be able to help you select a wrinkle-removing option that’s right for you — for example, a medication, a medical procedure, or a prescription cream.
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Part 3 of 3: Adjusting Your Lifestyle

1. 1
   Avoid the sun. Dozens of studies have named the sun the No. 1 cause of wrinkles. One study even found that sun exposure was more important than heredity in determining wrinkles.Best stick to the shade!

   • If you must go out in the sun, ensure that you’re covered up: wear sunglasses, a hat, and at least SPF 30 sunscreen.
   • Particularly avoid going out in the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., when its rays are at their strongest.
2. 2
   Don’t smoke. If you do smoke, hear’s another reason to quit: many studies have confirmed that cigarette smoke ages skin; it does this primarily by releasing an enzyme that breaks down collagen and elastin, which are important to keeping your skin looking young.
3. 3
   Avoid alcohol. Excess alcohol consumption can damage blood vessels in the skin. It can also harm the liver, which can cause wrinkles.
4. 4
   Drink enough water. When you’re dehydrated, your wrinkles can appear deeper. Staying well-hydrated will keep your skin looking healthy. If you’re unsure of how much water you should be drinking, divide your body weight (in pounds) in half: that’s how many ounces of water you should drink each day.

   • A 150-pound woman should drink 75 ounces of water each day.
   • If you exercise or live in a hot climate (i.e. if you sweat a lot), you’ll need to increase your water intake.
   • A reliable way to tell if you're getting enough water is by paying attention to your urine: if it’s bright yellow or has a strong smell, you’re likely not getting enough water.
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   Eat healthy, anti-inflammatory foods. Some doctors have linked inflammation to poor skin quality (including wrinkles) as well as diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, raw nuts, whole grains, and lean proteins.

   • Avoid foods that contain a lot of sugar — particularly processed foods.
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   Get enough antioxidants. Antioxidants such as vitamin E, C, A, and B are essential for healthy skin. To ensure that you get enough of these vitamins, eat 5 to 7 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables each day.

   • Some recommendations in case you’re unsure of where to start: tomatoes, citrus, green leafy vegetables, and carrots.
   • In addition to eating foods rich in vitamin C, using vitamin C as a topical agent can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The most potent form of topical vitamin C is L-ascorbic acid; search for this ingredient in face creams.
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   Get enough vitamin K. Some studies have linked vitamin K to improving skin elasticity. Load up on vitamin K with leafy green vegetables such as kale, spinach, and broccoli.
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   Get enough sleep. When we don’t get enough sleep, our bodies produce excess cortisol, which breaks down skin cells. When you get enough sleep, your body will produce more human growth hormone (HGH), which will help your skin look thicker and more elastic.

   • The average adult needs between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. Teenagers need between 8.5 and 9.5 hours of sleep each night.
   • When you do sleep, sleep on your back if possible. Sleeping on your back can help prevent wrinkles on your cheeks and chin if you’re a side sleeper, and on your forehead if you sleep on your stomach.
     
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   Reduce stress. Cortisol, which breaks down skin cells and promotes wrinkle formation, is the primary stress hormone. Beyond that, physical expressions of stress can also lead to deep facial wrinkles: frown lines around your lips and forehead, wrinkles between your eyebrows. Try these techniques for reducing stress:

   • Meditate for a few minutes each day. Sit up straight on a chair or in a cross-legged position on the floor. Close your eyes and focus your attention on reciting a positive mantra — for example “I feel at peace” or “Breathe in love, breathe out fear”. Place one hand gently on your stomach to remind yourself to breathe deeply into it.
   • Practise deep breathing. Sit straight with your eyes closed and your hand on your abdomen. Slowly inhale through your nose, imagining that you are inflating a balloon deep down in your stomach. Slowly exhale through your mouth, paying attention to how your body feels as the breath moves out of you.
   • Do something nice for yourself. Light some candles and poor yourself a nice hot bath with some stress-reducing lavender oil. Go for a slow, mindful walk and take in the scenery around you. Watch 10 minutes of cute animal videos. Whatever makes you feel good, do it!
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Tips

• Use makeup to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles: moisturize; use a silicone primer before your foundation; use a light, moisture-rich foundation; dust a loose mineral powder over your face; and then go natural with the rest of your makeup, highlighting your eyes and using a smudge-proof lipstick that won't creep into the lines around your lips.
• Many people say that silk and satin pillowcases can help reduce and prevent wrinkles, but little to no scientific evidence exists to back this up.
• If you only do one thing to prevent wrinkles, wear sunscreen.
• Having a bit of extra weight on you can fill in and soften wrinkles, making you look younger.This is particularly true for women over the age of 40. This doesn’t mean you should necessarily gain weight, but it’s something to be aware of you’re thinking of losing weight.

Warnings

• Be careful when choosing a sunscreen as some of them contain potentially dangerous ingredients. Avoid sunscreens containing retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, and nanoparticles such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.
• Note that avoiding the sun, while good for your skin’s appearance, may reduce your vitamin D absorption. Vitamin D is essential for strong bones and can also help keep your mood up. Other sources of vitamin D include fish, fish liver oils, egg yolks, and fortified dairy and grain products. You can also take vitamin D supplements.
• Many home remedy sites recommend putting lemon juice and other fruit juices high in vitamin C on your face. Doing this can actually cause more harm than good, as it can dry out your skin and make it more likely to burn in the sun.

TIPS TO HELP YOU TREAT ECZEMA ON FINGERNAIL BEDS

How To Treat Eczema On Fingernail Beds - Tips To Help You Treat Eczema On Fingernail Beds
 

Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by skin itching and overly dryness of the skin. While eczema primarily affects the skin, it may also affect the nails. It is widely perceived that about half of the total population of people with the inflammatory skin condition, eczema, will suffer from a degree of eczema in involving the nails. This is a very typical chronic health problem that commonly affects the fingernails, although the toenails may also be affected.

The most common symptom of eczema in the nail is pitting of the nails. Nail discoloration is also a typical symptom as the nails develop a yellowish brown color. When the condition aggravates, the nail may start to crumble or separate from the nail bed. This is the outcome of the eczema affecting the skin under the nail. This problem is not only hideous to see but also very painful. The experienced pain may become so severe that it restricts normal and regular activities. This is why there is a need to know how to treat eczema on fingernail beds successfully.

Eczema developing on the fingernails usually responds poorly to treatment. This ailment is often hard to cure, as there is no single treatment approach that will work for everyone. One supplement that could be useful when it comes on how to treat eczema on fingernail beds is caprylic acid made from coconut oil. It is a fatty acid which significantly helps and protects the body against a number of skin conditions.

There is so much you can do to treat and completely get rid of your eczema. If you have been suffering with this skin condition for a long time and have not had any success with the treatment options you have tried, then I suggest you try out natural and homemade remedies. Natural remedies have proven over the years to be very effective in treating and completely getting rid of eczema. All you have to do is do as much research as you can on the subject to locate the best natural remedies which can actually work for you. There are even natural eczema cure guides which sell online, some of which contain good and valuable information you can use to cure your eczema skin condition and have an eczema free life.

MUST FOLLOWED TIPS TO MAKE YOUR SKIN HEALTHY

Ways to make your skin healthy
 

The primary step to keeping your skin healthy is preventing damage. Pollutants, air, sun as well as by just natural aging can certainly mortify the form of your skin. Frequent grumbles incorporate dry along with itchy skin, sagging, wrinkles, color alterations, together with age spots. Luckily, there are various methods that you can readily apply in order to maintain a healthy skin, feeling and looking at its most excellent appearance.

Keeping yourself fit, having enough rest, as well as getting healthy diet can set the basis for fine-looking and vigorous complexion. Moreover, a proper diet is not only the excellent way in attaining good health in general but it as well assists you to guarantee that your skin will get all of the vitamins and minerals, along with the nutrients that it requires to preserve and fix itself.

Another way to keep your skin healthy is to apply the right skin care products to your skin. The best anti aging skincare products that can aid you to hydrate the skin are now available at your favorite skin care product store online. Having a clean skin by using the best skin cleanser is also a great way of preventing skin damages.

One of the most essential ways to protect your skin is to keep it away from the harmful rays of the sun. Ultraviolet radiation harms the skin as well as it can result to wrinkles, premature aging, age spots or even cancer as well. An individual should really get further preventative measures in order to be certain that his or her skin is not totally exposed under the harmful rays of the sun. Do not fail to remember that one should apply a natural sunscreen, or a moisturizer that includes sunscreen (with minimum of SPF 15) every day. Although, it does not mean that you should not go out at all during the day, as if you are like a nocturnal creature. Your skin also needs some sunlight every day. A 10 to 15 exposures at sunrise or sunset will be alright.

In addition to that, a variety of fine skin care products such as an all natural moisturizer is one of the essential components for a vigorous complexity. Keep on moisturizing all through the day to keep your sensitive skin vigorous. Your hands as well as your face is especially vulnerable to everyday dent, and might require it to be moisturized further.

8 REAL WAYS YOU CAN DEAL WITH BACK ACNE

8 Ways You Can Deal With Back Acne

Victoria Baker 08:00 | 19 Jun 2014

What actually is bacne and how can we avoid it? We asked some of the world’s top skincare experts to find out more...
‘Acne forms when pores or hair follicles become clogged with dead skin and oil,’ says Dr Nowell Solish from Indeed Labs. 'This means acne can form anywhere except the palms of hands and feet as these are the only two areas on the body that do not have sebaceous glands, the glands responsible for the production of sebum, oil and hair follicles where acne is formed’.

There is a slight difference between facial and body acne, though, which means the way in which we treat infected areas should also differ. ‘Bacne is very similar to facial acne in its symptoms and causes, but the treatment of it does differ,' says Andrea Craig, National Educator for Murad Skincare. 'The skin on your back has larger pores than facial pores which means they are far more likely to become clogged, it’s best to look for products that are specifically designed for the body to treat bacne’.

Now the summer is upon us, surely the sun will help clear up our spots though, right? Wrong. ‘It’s a common misconception that the sun can dry out spots,’ Dr Murad, founder of Murad Skincare tells us. ‘The sun actually damages cells and makes skin weaker which can result in blemishes.’ On top of that, although ‘sweating cools and detoxifies the body, cleansing pores of dirt, deadskin cells and excess oil, it can also cause problems. If released toxins remain sitting on the skin they can clog pores and lead to breakouts whilst the sun’s UV rays create oxidation which hardens the increased sebum caused by sweat and encourages the formation of blackheads.’


Don’t be alarmed, though, there are ways of treating bacne and we’ve found the top 8 to help you dazzle in your backless summer dress in no time...

1. Use A PH Balancing Body Wash

Like facial cleansers, using the right body wash in the shower is key to targeting aggressive bacne. BeautyMart co-founder Anna-Marie Solowij agrees: 'Shower gels are usually harsher and less sophisticated than facial cleansers, so choose a body cleanser that is suited to your needs.Please use those ones that is perfect and ‘free from’ formula with facial grade actives such as Vitamin A to encourage cell turnover plus nourishing anti-oxidants and hydrating plant ingredients.

2. Shower The Bacteria Away

Are you ever tempted to skip the shower at the gym and wait until you get home? Don't. ‘The sweat that builds up between skin and gym clothes can awaken acne-causing bacteria,’ says Dr Murad. This can lead to a post-gym breakout. Murad advises ‘showering right after the gym to blast away sweat and bacteria before it clogs up pores.’
3. Invest In A Body Scrub A good scrub is an in-shower must-have for all skin types but especially those suffering from body acne. A body scrub is essential in helping to encourage skin renewal whilst resurfacing and refreshing your body’s skin cells. We recommend Clinique’s Sparkle Skin Body Exfoliator, £18.50. Suitable for all skin types, this gentle polish softly exfoliates skin and unblocks pores.



4. Don’t Forget To Body Brush

To further encourage circulation and the removal of skin cells – a major cause of bacne – consider investing in an extensional body brush with a body handle that can cater and to help you comfortably reach all areas of your body, including your back, the Clarisonic has a sonic frequency of more than 300 movements per second and helps to blast away dead skin cells and dead uneven skin. For something a bit less hi-tech, concentrate on working the towel across your back to stimulate circulation and remove dead skin cells that can block pores. Just avoid using a body lotion afterwards as skin on the back doesn’t need the same supplementary hydration as the face.’ Designed
5. Do A Spot Check

We’ve all woken up to a pimple of Himalayan proportions, whether on your face, back or body. With these spots it’s all about using a direct treatment to conquer the problem. ‘Individual lesions [on your back] can be painful and have an abrupt onset and long lifespan. With body acne you may see more severe lesions such as cysts and nodules, or large whiteheads as pores become clogged from a build-up of cells that stick together and cause a plug - this can cause redness and pus to form,’ says Dr Nowell Solish. For spots like these, use a targeted product. We particularly like Origin Super Spot Remover Blemish Gel, £14, which contains acne-busting salicylic acid to instantly fight the cause of pimples whilst caffeine and red algae help to relieve painful, irritating redness. Apply before bed and allow exfoliants in the gel to eliminate excess oil and unplog pores for clearer skin come morning.
6. Book In For A Bacial

Following on from Dermalogica’s hugely successful Face Mapping skin analysis, you can now book in for a tailored Body Mapping analysis - a thorough diagnosis of your body with a specialised therapist. Using five easy steps of looking, listening, asking, touching and recording, your therapist is able to truly understand your skin’s needs and provide a tailored treatment to your skin’s needs that day. We also recommend Dermalogica’s Purifying Back Treatment which includes a deep cleanse and exfoliation using Hydra Active Mineral Salts to remove dead skin and excess oil, finishing with a massage to relax and replenish body’s nutrients.If you're on a budget, cleanse your back as normal and use Bomb Cosmetics for a twenty minute purifying treatment at home.


7. Suck It Up And Supplement

It’s all well and good treating bacne from the outside, but when 80 per cent of your skin’s cells can only be reached through the bloodstream, it’s time to start thinking about dietary supplements. Try some Skin Clarifying Supplement containing Yellow Dock & Burdock to support your body’s elimination of acne-inducing toxins, zinc to reduce irritation and vitamin A to stabilise cell turnover and unblock pores. At £50 for 30 days, this is an investment, but with reports of a 55 per cent reduction of breakouts in just six weeks, this is worth parting with your cash for.
8. Make It Up

Surely you should avoid fake tan and body make-up if you suffer from bacne and scarring? Quite the contrary. If scarring is an issue, try an oil-free self-tan such as James Read Bronzing Spray Instant, £24.50, which will help even out skin tone. And, as fake tan is slightly de-hydrating, will help balance oil production. BeautyMart's Anna-Marie advises misting tan above your shoulders and leaning forwards to allow the spray the fall onto your back.
It's ok to use body make-up if you need a quick fix. It's just about choosing the right product. ‘For a special occasion invest in a back treatment and body make-up with skin perfecting ingredients that will help disguise an uneven skin tone.' says Anna-Marie. This quick-dry formula is Hollywood’s best kept secret – just remember to wash off thoroughly at the end of the evening.’
 

WHAT DOCTORS DON`T TELL YOU ABOUT YOUR ACNE

The Best Acne Treatment Approach Is Often Non-Prescription Acne Treatment Systems. Here’s Why…

Most basic advice about acne is wrong!

We All Know The Basic Advice About Taking Care Of Acne

• Scrub your face with soap
• Don’t eat chocolate
• Let the sun dry out your skin
• Zap your zits with antibiotics

The problem about acne is that those consultant forgot the real anatomy to what the result of their prescribed drugs or concortion could be.What will work for others may not work for me as we have different body testures which determine how well what you applied on ti might work.
Whether we like it or not, we are judged by our appearance. Acne makes us feel uncomfortable around other people and it can also destroy intimacy. In some instances it will even have a negative impact on income and professional opportunity. Acne is a serious matter and the pressure is on to find the best acne treatment to successfully manage the condition.

Simple Works, But Be Careful

Most acne sufferers can successfully manage their condition with inexpensive over-the-counter acne products. That’s the good news. The bad news is that acne products are not created equal. When acne sufferers jump straight in and simply try random products, they usually end up frustrated.
95% of acne treatments on the market don’t work as advertised and often make acne worse. They can burn your skin and make your face red, which actually makes your acne worse and as such only serves to make you even more self-conscious.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Doctors Don’t Tell You About Acne

 Modern medicine considers mild to moderate acne an acceptable feature of growing up. If you go to your doctor for help with whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples, chances are you’ll be given a prescription for an antibiotic or benzoyl peroxide, or both, and sent on your way. If you have especially deep skin infection causing nodules or cysts, you may be put on Retin-A or Accutane, and if you have the more aggressive forms of acne that cause pimples to grow together all over the top half of the body (acne conglobata) or the kind of acne that results from the immune system’s attack on an ingrown hair (acne keloidalis nuchae), you will probably get a referral to a dermatologist for laser therapy or surgical reconstruction procedures.
There are two critically important things everyone who has acne needs to know about medical treatments for acne:

• Most medically supervised treatments for acne significantly reduce the number and size of blemishes.
• No medically supervised treatments for acne get rid of all your cysts, nodules, blackheads, pimples, and scars, and some prescription therapies offer only short-term relief.

Acne is caused by a combination of factors. The lining of a pore in the skin starts producing skin at a high rate. Dead skin cells accumulate in the pore faster than the sebum it makes can push them to the surface. The oily sebum made by the sebaceous gland at the base of the pore gets trapped under dead skin, along with acne bacteria. The immune system generates inflammation to kill the bacteria, but the bacteria release chemicals that target surrounding healthy skin. Squeezing or mashing pimples forces acne bacteria deeper into the skin, where they can continue to trick the immune system into destroying more and more healthy tissue while pink scar tissue grows over them and locks them inside the skin.
Stopping any step in this process will reduce acne. But the best acne treatment will stop all of these steps, which is necessary for achieving blemish-free skin. Medical treatment zeroes in on just one step of the process and usually works for that one step. And traditional home acne care suffers the same limitation.

Rubbing or Scrubbing Your Blemishes Is Never The Best Acne Treatment For Your Skin

The traditional recommendation for treating acne was to rub and scrub and wash your skin until your acne had no choice but to surrender. That’s not the best acne treatment approach. In fact, it is completely counter productive. Usually rubbing your skin just makes healthy skin red and raw. Blemishes and pimples are unaffected.
The problem with the old rub-and-scrub approach to acne is that it only takes care of one part of the problem. Vigorous detergent treatment of the skin only gets rid of excess oil on the skin. Sometimes that makes a difference, but if the problem is that the oil is trapped under tiny flakes of dead skin stuck together with a kind of biological glue at the top of a pore, all that washing your skin will do is to irritate the healthy skin surrounding blemishes.
And that irritation of the skin usually triggers a reaction to repair the skin by producing still more oil. The overly vigorous washing of your skin will kill some skin cells that will land on top of new pores, trapping the newly produced oil. The net result is even more acne than you started with. The old advice on washing your skin doesn’t make your skin any better, but it’s a great marketing tool for the makers of soap and wash cloths.

FDA-Approved Ingredients for Skin Cleansing

A better way to treat acne is to get rid of at least two of the causes of blemishes at the same time, removing excess skin oil and the clumps of dead skin that keep it trapped inside pores. The two FDA-approved ingredients for this purpose are benzoyl peroxide and salicyclic acid.
FDA-approval, by the way, does not mean a product is a wonder drug that immediately clears up acne in all cases. The US FDA has studied benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid and declared them to be GRASE, or generally recognized as safe and effective. The FDA took over 20 years to examine scientific studies, medical case reports, and expert testimony to decide only in June of 2011 that:

• Benzoyl peroxide is safe and effective in concentrations of 2.5% to 10%,
• Salicylic acid is safe and effective in concentrations of 0.5% to 2%.

The ruling is recorded in the US Federal Register and has the force of law for acne product makers in the USA. But the FDA doesn’t just regulate how much of these ingredients should go into a product. It also requires certain warnings for their use:

• Users of these products must be warned that using products that contain these ingredients may cause irritation of the skin if they are also using other acne care products at the same time.
• Users of these products must be reminded to cleanse skin before applying the product and
• Users are also advised that if a product makes the skin itchy or irritated, use less.

The FDA rules are just commonsense. No matter what product you put on your skin, you need to stop if it causes irritation. After all, your skin repairs irritation by making still more sebum in its pores. It is always best to test a dot of any new skin care product on the skin of your forearm, leaving it there for at least eight hours, to make sure it won’t cause sudden sensitivity on your face. But what’s the benefit of these generally accepted as safe and effective acne-fighting ingredients?

• Benzoyl peroxide kills acne bacteria that live in pores. The best acne treatment systems include this ingredient.
• Salicylic acid breaks up the dead skin that traps bacteria in pores and also relieves inflammation.

These two products used together go a long way toward reversing the steps that cause acne. The first step in the process that causes acne is accumulation of dead skin. Salicylic acid breaks up clumps of dead skin. The second step in the process that causes acne is accumulation of oil and bacteria in a pore. The salicylic acid helps oil escape the pore and benzoyl peroxide kills acne bacteria in 48 hours or less. Benzoyl peroxide also helps clear off old skin cells around pores.
As the dead bacteria and excess sebum drain out of the pore, the immune system stops creating inflammation to fight infection. And the salicylic acid component of the best acne products also relieves preexisting inflammation to clear up redness of the skin.
Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid aren’t wonder drugs. Benzoyl peroxide will get rid of about 70% of your pimples. Salicylic acid will get rid of about 60% of your blackheads. Together, they don’t get rid of 130% of your blemishes.
Your skin is a living thing. There will always be different states of healing in different locations on your skin. If you use just these two products, however, you can get rid of most of the blemishes of your skin. It takes an acne treatment system to get rid of the rest.

Systems, Not Products

There are two ways acne treatment systems can work for you in ways that individual acne treatment products cannot. One is by enhancing the effects of your best individual acne products. Green tea extract, for example, reduces the production of oil in the sebaceous glands underneath the skin. If you use green tea extract as part of your acne treatment routine, your salicylic acid treatment will work just a little better.
The other way acne treatment systems can work for you is by correcting skin damage left behind when blemishes heal. An astringent can help shrink enlarged pores left when blackheads fall out. Glycolic acid can smooth the edges of acne scars. Kojic acid and arbutin are safe skin lighteners for the brown spots healing acne forms on Asian and brown skin tones. Probiotics can help reduce the intensity of the inflammation your immune system generates for new infections, and microdermabrasion cloths can help restore the smooth finish of your skin.

BEST WAYS TO BANISH BACK AND CHEST ACNE FOR GOOD

 How to Banish Back and Chest Acne for Good

I'm someone who loves summer and the heat. I love getting extra sweaty at SoulCycle. I love hanging out at the beach (covered in sunscreen, of course). What I don't love, however, is the back and chest acne that can come with all of that. Every summer, after six months of being zit-free, I break out like crazy on my body. And I know I'm not the only one. That's why I asked New York–based dermatologist Valerie Goldburt how to get rid of my embarrassing bacne (and chest-ne?) once and for all.

So what gives? Why do I only get body acne in the summer? "During the summer, your body produces more oil and you sweat more, so when you combine oil and sweat, well, you get acne. Then there's sunscreen. Sunscreen is great, and it is nonnegotiable in the summer, but it can cause breakouts, especially since you're wearing more of it. You're not alone, though. I definitely see a lot more patients for body acne during the summer months."
Is it the same as the acne on my face? "The breakouts on your chest and back tend to be a little different than the acne on your face. They're technically called folliculitis, which is when the hair follicle becomes infected. However, it looks the same as facial acne and can be treated with the same products and ingredients. In some cases, it can actually be rosacea triggered by coffee or dairy, but it isn't that common on the chest and back."
So tell me, how do I get rid of it? "First, you want to shower as quickly as possible when you get back from the gym or the beach. You're rinsing off all the oil, sweat, and sunscreen that can build up around the hair follicles. And use a gentle body wash that contains salicylic acid, like Dial Acne Control body wash. Also, use it consistently. If you use a salicylic acid body wash every day, it helps reduce inflammation and unclog pores." (Goldburt is a spokeswoman for Dial.)
If I have an acne-fighting face wash, can I just use that? "Sure, but make sure it contains salicylic acid and not benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide is fine for treating breakouts on the face, but I don't recommend it for the body because it tends to bleach fabrics. I've had a lot of patients come in complaining of tie-dyed sheets and spotted shirts. You can also use a spot treatment or gel on your chest and back. I really like Clinique Acne Solutions Spot Healing Gel. I find it very, very effective at spot treating blemishes on the face and on the body. And if none of that works, schedule an appointment with a dermatologist. There are medications and wipes that we can prescribe to help treat more serious cases of body acne."
Do scrubs help with body acne? "I get nervous about exfoliating with grainy scrubs, because people tend to be too rough. If you scrub too vigorously, you end up overdrying the skin, which causes the skin produce more oil, subsequently causing more breakouts. Also, the skin on your chest is extremely thin and can scar easily if you accidentally remove the skin—which I've seen patients do. What I do recommend, and what I actually do myself, is use a shower puff once a week with the salicylic acid wash. I use a soft scrubbing motion over my chest and back, and when I'm out of the shower, I immediately wash the pouf since they are hotbeds for bacteria growth."

6 Best Natural Essential Oils for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care

Best Essential Oils for Getting Rid of Wrinkles and Aging Signs

There are several natural essential oils for wrinkles that may reverse aging! Natural essential oils extracted from the wood and resin of various trees and plants are often used as ingredients in anti-aging and other skin care products to moisturize and soften skin. Essential oils play an important role in anti aging skincare routine for staying young. The regenerative properties of essential oils are believed to be especially effective at treating mature skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

The nutrients and proteins found in anti aging essential oils encourage new cell regeneration and help the skin to maintain its elasticity and firmness. One of the best advantages of using essential oils as anti-aging agents is that essential oils deliver and retain moisture in dry skin without clogging pores.

6 Best Natural Essential Oils for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care

Although there are more than hundred to choose from, given below is a list of most popular essential oils preferred due to their anti aging properties and ease of application. Perhaps the very best anti aging essential oils for reducing and treating wrinkles are rosewood oil, patchouli oil, neroli oil, myrrh, clary sage, and frankincense oil.

Best Natural Essential Oil for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skincare #1 Rosewood Oil:

Rosewood oil is a natural skin care ingredient that can help improve skin elasticity and firmness, reduce the appearance of fine line, deep wrinkles, and brown age spots on face. Rosewood essential oil encourages the growth and regeneration of new skin cells making it really helpful for anti aging skin care. When used as a tissue re-generator, this anti aging skin care product diminishes scars, wrinkles, and stretch marks. Rosewood essential oil is a relaxing oil that works to improve dry and dull skin. This natural anti aging oil helps to remove fine lines, deep wrinkles, acne, and keeps the skin healthy, tight, firm, and young.

Best Essential Oil for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care #2 Frankincense Oil:

Frankincense is a truly unique essential oil, with a rich, aromatic scent that is calming to your senses, your emotional state, and overall sense of well-being. Frankincense essential oil is cytophylactic, which means that it helps protect existing cells and encourage new cell growth. Its anti aging properties are best for reducing wrinkles and tightening loose sagging skin. This natural oil reduces chapped and dry skin, and removes scars and stretch marks from the skin. The most practical way to use frankincense oil for skin care applications is to dilute it down to 1% to 2% in a carrier oil or ointment before using. This natural anti aging skin care treatment is effective for restoring elasticity to the skin, tightening loose sagging skin under eyes, and reducing under eye wrinkles and crows feet.

Best Natural Essential Oil for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care #3 Patchouli Oil:

Patchouli aromatherapy oil is an essential oil made from the leaves of the patchouli bush. Its anti-aging properties make it a good additive for all skin types. Many body lotions and wrinkle creams include patchouli essential oil as a key ingredient in their formulas. Patchouli essential oil is also an effective anti-inflammatory, making it perfect for mature skin that tends to have acne. This anti aging natural oil helps you reduce pores and acne, tighten sagging skin, and removes wrinkles and fine lines from face and neck effectively.

Best Essential Oil for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care #4 Myrrh Oil:

The reputation of myrrh essential oil in aromatherapy is unassailable. Myrrh essential oil can be used to rejuvenate aging skin. This anti aging skin care product works by giving your completion a fresh new glow while at the same time helps to reduce deep wrinkles. Myrrh natural oil contain antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help heal skin diseases and improve skin tone, firmness, and skin elasticity. This natural anti aging oil reduces fine lines and wrinkles that appear on the aging skin. Myrrh essential oil drastically helps improve dry and crepey looking skin on face and neck. This natural oil has been known to treat sun damage, chapped skin, rashes, blemishes, pigmentation, eczema, and bacteria in the skin.

Best Natural Essential Oil for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skincare #5 Neroli Essential Oil

Neroli essential oil is extracted from the flower petals of the orange tree. Neroli essential oil is ideal for dry, sensitive and mature skin, and beneficial to aging and sagging skin. Used regularly, it may help to smooth out wrinkles on face and helps improve dry and crepey looking skin on neck. on the neck. This rejuvenating oil contains a natural chemical called citral, which may stimulate the growth of new skin cells. The moisturizing effects of neroli on the skin help to tone and tighten the skin on face and neck, as well as improve skin elasticity. This is a rejuvenating oil useful to prevent ugly scar tissue, promote a smoother skin, fighting stretch marks and broken capillaries. Add two to three drops of neroli essential oil to any fragrance-free facial cream or carrier oil and apply to the skin on face and for getting its anti aging skin care benefits. For oily skin, neroli essential oil is best for getting rid of large pores. The antiseptic properties of neroli essential oil help to reduce sebum production and shrink pores without over drying the facial skin.

Best Essential Oils for Wrinkles and Anti Aging Skin Care #6 Clary Sage:

Clary sage essential oil has antioxidants that help reverse signs of aging, like wrinkles and skin discoloration. These antioxidants provide your body with natural protection against free radicals that damage skin cells, causing aging. Clary sage essential oil helps to remove fines lines and wrinkles on face and neck, especially when used in combination with skin moisturizers. Clay sage anti aging oil helps to reduce excessive production of sebum. The antiseptic and antibacterial properties of this natural anti aging oil help to tighten skin pores and make the skin firmer and tighter. Clary sage oil contains female hormone, which do good to women and help them remove the aging wrinkles. Avoid clary sage oil if pregnant.

Aromatherapy essential oils are great skin care products and can be incorporated in to one's daily skin care regimen to fight wrinkles and other signs of aging. The above discussed essential oils for wrinkles all have skin regeneration properties and are best skin beautifier and anti-aging tonic for the aging skin. Always apply essential oils to the skin in a carrier oil base like avocado or jojoba oil or lotion base. Apply the natural oil mixture your forehead wrinkles, laugh lines around mouth, crow's feet, under eye wrinkles, neck wrinkles, and wrinkled dry stretchy skin on your face and hands. Massage the oil into your skin gently, yet firmly for reducing wrinkles and fine lines, loose sagging skin, and other aging signs naturally. However, proper care should be taken and you must make sure that these anti aging essential oils for wrinkles are safe to use or not before using them.

HOW TO REMOVE DARK SPOTS ON FACE NATURALLY

How to Remove Dark Spots on Face Naturally: Home Remedies to Get Rid Of Dark Spots on Facial Skin

How to Get Rid Of Dark Spots On Face Naturally

Wondering how to get rid of dark spot on your face quickly. Luckily, there are many possible treatments for dark spots on the skin, such as acid peels and laser treatments. Simple homemade remedies can also reduce the appearance of dark and brown spots on face and other blemishes on face naturally. Lemon juice, castor oil, vinegar, papaya, and aloe vera are some of the best options for a more natural dark spot corrector agent.

Dark spots are one of the most common problems that appear on aging or unhealthy skin, and they are also one of the most dreaded. Dark spots, such as age spots, sun spots, and melasma can appear on your face, hands, shoulders, and legs. Women get more distressed when they have to suffer from dark spots problem on their facial skin. There could several causes for having freckles, brown spots, age spots and other dark marks on the face, and the most common one being prolonged exposure to the sun.

Excessive exposure to sun for a long period of time causes a concentration of melanin, which results in the appearance of dark spots. Dark spots or dark patches may also appear because of genetics, hormonal changes, stress, liver disease, pregnancy, or regular use of low quality skin care products

If you have dark spots and patches on face, it can be embarrassing and lead to low self esteem. However, you can try some this home remedies for effective result.

Home Remedies to Remove Dark Spots on Skin

Homemade dark spot removers for face can effectively lighten the dark spots on face naturally and fast. Following are some of the best natural home remedies to get rid of dark spots on face that are easy and safe to use.

Wear Sunscreen to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Face

The best way to treat black spots on face is to prevent them from forming in the first place. Wear sunscreen on your face at all times, even during the winter, to prevent sun spots from forming on the face. Apply sunscreen lotion generously on your face to protect your skin from UV rays. You can also try using sunscreen with titanium dioxide or zinc oxide as they give maximum protection from the sun and prevent skin damage. Sunscreen must be applied at least thirty minutes before going outdoors in order for it to take effect.

Lemon Juice to Remove Dark Spots on Face

Lots of best dark spot corrector use lemon juice as their main ingredient. A quick way for dark spot removal is applying lemon juice twice daily to the dark spots. Vitamin C in lemon lightens the dark spots on the face. This remedy is effective to reduce the appearance of dark patches, melasma, freckles, age spots, rosacea and other skin blemishes. You can also dab horseradish, honey, or apple cider vinegar on top of the lemon to enhance the effect of this natural dark spot treatment. These natural dark spot removers will effectively lighten spots left behind by acne blemishes. Continue applying this dark spot removal home remedy for at least 2 weeks, to get the desired result.

Green Tea Extracts to Get Rid of Dark Spots

Green tea extracts can also be applied to the dark pigmented skin as this is an effective homemade dark spot corrector. Green tea extract is naturally rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body from the free radicals, while supporting a healthy collagen production in the skin.

Sandalwood Powder to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Face

To remove dark on face and other skin discolorations, make a concentrated paste of sandalwood powder, glycerin, and rose water and apply over the face for a few minutes. You can also add milk or honey instead of rose water. This is possibly the best home remedy to remove black spots and age spots on face naturally and fast.

Castor Oil to Remove Dark Spots on Skin

Caster oil is another best natural dark spot corrector. Apply castor oil twice a day to bleach the dark locations. Gently rub the oil into your skin using circular motions. This dark spot removal remedy will naturally reduce blemishes or other skin discolorations.

Milk to Remove Dark Spots on Face

To get rid of the black spots on your face and other skin discolorations, apply milk on your face. When applied topically, the lactic acid in milk will gradually reduce skin's pigmentation and lighten, brighten, and tone skin complexion. Dab the milk with a cotton ball and apply it directly to your brown spots on face. Leave it on for 8-10 minutes and wash it off. Apply this home remedy twice a day for 6 weeks to remove the dark pigmentation spots and patches from your face.

Red Onion Juice to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Face

Another popular way to get rid of dark spots on face is to apply onion juice. Dip a clean cotton swab into the onion juice and then dab it directly on the on the discoloration spots and allow to dry. This is one of the best natural dark spot correctors for face. Use this natural home remedy for removing freckles, sunspots, age spots, melasma, and other blemishes on facial skin naturally and fast.

Potatoes to Remove Dark Spots on Skin

Potatoes are one of the best natural ways of removing dark spots on face. Apply potato slices directly to the dark spots, freckles or blemishes on skin. You can also apply a face mask made from honey and grated potato to lighten black dots on face. This homemade dark spot remover recipe will reduce skin pigmentation and facial dark brown spots naturally.

Vitamin E to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Face

Vitamin E serves as an effective solution for reducing dark spots on face. Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant, it protects the skin and helps in evening skin discolorations and fading dark spots and other dark blemishes on the face and skin. Open a Vitamin E capsule and apply the liquid to your red and brown spots on face before you go to bed. Or you may consider finding a dark spot removal cream that is rich in vitamin E to lighten dark patches on face and even out skin tone.

Aloe Vera to Remove Dark Spots on Face

If you are tired of having brown and dark spots on your facial skin, you may use aloe vera as the best natural dark spot corrector. Aloe vera is known to help get rid of dark spots and age spots on skin. Rub aloe vera juice or gel directly onto dark skin pigments and brown spots  on face once or twice daily for a few weeks to fade those skin discolorations fast.

Papaya to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Skin

Are you being worried by freckles, age spots, liver spots, and brown spots on face Apply the pulp of papaya on the skin and leave this mask on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse it off. The many enzymes found in this papaya fruit helps to even out the skin tone and fade dark skin patches and brown spots on face.

Exfoliation to Remove dark Spots on Face

You can easily get rid of dark spots on face by simply exfoliating your face. Exfoliation removes the top layer of skin, bringing new skin to the surface. Mix enough sugar in lemon juice to make a paste and use it as a scrub on your face, especially on your brown spots. Finally, rinse it off after 5 to 10 minutes. Do this a few times a week. You can also add some olive oil in this recipe.

These are some of the most effective homemade remedies to get rid of dark spots on face. Use these natural dark spot removers on face to get rid of brown spots, freckles, age spots or liver spots and to lighter skin tone naturally. You should also keep your facial skin clean by washing your face at least twice a day to reduce black spots on the face. To speed up the healing process, it is better to avoid excessive touching, squeezing or scratching the black spots on your face.

So, now you know how to take care of your skin to protect it from dark spots,dark patches, pigmentation, and also some other skin blemishes.