Cleansing Tips

1. Do not use soap on your face. Your skin has a PH factor of 4 - 5 which means it is acidic. It is designed to protect your skin from the elements - wind, rain, sun, etc, - and, in 21st Century living, from the machinations of central heating and pollution, etc. Soap is alkaline and when you load this stuff on your face, it totally destroys the acidity of your skin, leaving it vulnerable to those horrors mentioned above. It then takes 24 hours for your skin to recover its acidic properties, by which time you will probably have washed your face again!
2. Do market research. Clean or wash your face only with a cleanser which is designed for your skin type.
   
3. Clean make-up completely. Use a soft cotton to remove the cleanser, cosmetics and other impurities from your face
4. Pat your face dry with a soft towel. Don't rub - your facial skin is not only sensitive, it tells the world whether you are healthy or not!
5. Don't forget toning. Cleanser removes make-up and dirt but you then need to use a toner to close the pores.

Natural Quick Beauty Fix

Do you notice we are always in a rush whether it’s work, school, or just plain insanity? Then we find no time to pamper ourselves and look fabulous,that’s why quick beauty fixes are just the thing to keep you looking fresh and beautiful all day long without spending too much time or money!

Soften Your Body With Avocado

Take a ripe avocado, remove the pit and skin, and mash it up in a bowl. Slather it all over your body, and let it sit for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Your skin will be unbelievably soft since avocado is a natural moisturizer.

Cure Calluses With Vaseline

Calluses are hard to get rid of, especially in cold, dry weather. That’s why vaseline is now your friend! Slather on some petroleum jelly, and put on socks before bed to dissolve tough calluses overnight. And voila, your feet will be silky soft in the morning!

Buff With Baking Soda

If you find yourself streaking after applying tanning lotion, put on some baking soda on a loofah, and scrub away the stripes.

Customize Your Lotion

Instead of spending a lot on expensive perfumed body product, you can make your own by pouring a few drops of fragrance into any scent-free lotion. Rub it on- the scent will last for hours!

Pimple action plan

Women of all ages suffer from spots, and there really is no guaranteed method of prevention. So when you do get a pimple, what should you do about it? Here are some helpful points to remember...

Don't pop
Popping your pimples can cause infections and even permanent skin scarring. So unless you really have no choice, try to resist the urge to squeeze, pick, prod or poke.

Have patience
Unfortunately, most spots or pimples don't disappear quickly. Sometimes the little blighters can take several weeks to fully leave your face. However, you must have patience. Remember, every time to poke or prod them, the longer they'll take to hit the road.

Use concealer
An oil-free, antibacterial concealer can help blend the redness of the pimple into your own skin color.

Be Realistic About Spot Cream
Despite what the adverts say, spot creams don't really do much other than dry out your skin. They won't make your pimple magically disappear and it's debatable whether it's even worth using them at all.

If you're going to pop, pop right
Sometimes, it's just not possible to leave a pimple alone. You may have a huge whitehead on your nose the day before a job interview. Despite the risks of leaving a permanent scar, popping really is the only option. So if you are going to pop, make sure you pop right. Thoroughly wash your hands and then lightly squeeze the top of the pimple with a tissue or cotton swab. And remember to gently clean the area when you're done.

Good skin

Your skin is unique. If your best friend recommends a very good product, it may do nothing for you, or you might even have adverse reaction to it. Before buying any over-the-counter skin care products, there are a few basic facts about your skin you must know.


Your skin type. It is oily, dry, normal, sensitive, or a combination?

Your skin complexion. Do you have fair skin that burns easily or light to medium that may burn? Or do you have a medium tone that usually tans or a darker complexion the only rarely burns? Or is your complexion so dark that you never burn?

Your skin concerns. Do you want preventative maintenance to avoid premature aging? Do you have a skin problem, such as acne, age spot and freckles? You may also have large pores, sun damage, facial wrinkles or fine lines that require special attention. Do you have eye puffiness or under eye bags that will require special care?

Your personal habits. Are you a smoker? Do you spend a lot of time in the sun? Do you take a daily vitamin? Do you consume a well-balanced diet? All these factors will affect how you should care for your skin.

Facial Treatment

Many of us make facial treatments as regular appointments in the calendar, some people do it once a month, some even do it as much as every week. No doubt that facial treatment is a way to pamper ourselves, but we need to find the right facial for our needs with all the choices available today.

Types of Facials

Basic clean up - The simplest form of a facial in which your skin will be cleansed, exfoliated and moisturized. It helps clear up the blackheads and whitehead, in addition, preventing and reducing other skin concerns. This type of facial can be done on all skin types and is usually selected by those under the age of twenty-five. It will reduce tanning, remove dirt and blackheads while giving the skin a clean and glowing complexion.

Normal and special facial - Normal facial helps to cleanse, steam and massage the skin. Those who aren’t prone to acne should choose this facial and they are generally cheaper. Since the skin is massaged for a longer period of time these normal facials are different from the basic clean up.

A hypoallergenic cream is used during a specialized facial to help moisturize the skin. There are different types of face masks that can be applied depending on the skin type of the individual.Its special cleansing and rejuvenating technique is a better option for those with sensitive skins when undergoing a facial.

Galvanic facial - Uses a Galvanic gadget that give a steady, direct galvanic current to introduce water-soluble substance to the skin. The current improves the penetration of products through the skin, making it easier to treat specific problems. This type of facial is best for those with dry, dehydrated skin since it helps improve moisture retention. This facial also helps to remove congestion.

How To Fight Against Wrinkles

How you choose to treat wrinkles and other signs of aging depends on what stage of your life you're at.

When wrinkles are just beginning to appear, sunblock is the best course of action. At that stage, skin can still repair itself, and wearing sunscreen regularly will prevent further damage and help the skin regenerate itself. An alpha-hydroxy acid product is also a good idea, because it will lightly exfoliate the dulling layer of dead skin and give it a smoother, clearer look.

Common mistakes on Acne

1. Pimples won't leave scar if we 'pop' it.
Whether a pimple will leave scar or not depends on it nature. If several pimples grow side by side or on top of each other, even if you don't 'pop' it, there is a high possibility that it will leave scar.

2. People have freckles do not have pimples.
Freckles are related to skin coloration, while pimples are related to oils and pores, so they are not mutually exclusive. However most people who have freckles are those with dry skin type, that explains why they have less acne problems.

3. Blackheads will not become pimples.
Compared to whiteheads, blackheads are less likely to become pimples because they grow on the surface of the skin so the pores can 'breath". However if blackheads are squeezed before they are fully formed, then it will result in inflammation.

4. Steaming is not suitable for acne skin.
Actually steaming has cleansing effect, it will not cause any problem if the heating source is placed at a distance (10 inches from the face).

5. Acne skin type should not use moisturizer.
If we choose the right moisturizer (oil-free recommended), it can help to protect the skin, resulting in less infection. Moisturizer can also balance oil and hydration too.