Thursday, September 13, 2012

Wrinkle Free

Sleep On Your Back

Sleeping in certain positions night after night leads to "sleep lines" -- wrinkles that become etched into the top layers of skin and don't fade once you're up. Sleeping on your side leads to wrinkles on cheeks and chin, while sleeping face down gives you a furrowed brow. To cut down on new wrinkles, sleep on your back.

Eat More Fish Like Salmon


Salmon (along with other cold-water fish) is a great source of protein, one of the building blocks of great skin. It’s also an awesome source of omega-3 fatty acids. Experts say that essential fatty acids nourish skin and keep it plump and youthful, helping minimize wrinkles.

Don't Squint -- Get Reading Glasses!


Making the same expressions over and over -- like squinting -- overworks facial muscles, forming a groove beneath the skin's surface. Eventually the groove becomes a wrinkle. Keep those eyes wide: Wear reading glasses if you need them. And get savvy about sunglasses, which can protect skin around the eyes from sun damage and keep you from squinting.

Don't Over-Wash Your Face


Tap water strips skin of moisture and natural oils that protect against wrinkles. Wash your face too often, and you wash away its protection. And unless your soap contains moisturizers, use a gel or cream facial cleanser instead. If u are not sure which face wash would suit you, contact ur dermatologist.

Wear Your Vitamin C


Some studies have found that creams with vitamin C can raise collagen production, protect against damage from UVA and UVB rays, help reduce dark spots and uneven skin tone, and reduce redness. You have to use a skin product with the right type of vitamin C, may be the best for wrinkle relief.

Trade Coffee for Cocoa


Try a wrinkle-reducing drink. In one study, researchers found that cocoa with high levels of two antioxidants (epicatechin and catechin) protected skin from sun damage, improved blood flow to skin cells, helped hydration, and made the skin look and feel smoother. Delicious! Chocolicious  J J J

Practice Good Skin Care Basics


If you really want to keep your skin looking young, start with the essentials. You've probably heard this advice before, but it's important:
·         Avoid the sun
·         Wear sunscreen
·         Wear sun protective clothing
·         Don't smoke
·         Use moisturizer

Takecare
~ Shilpa

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Yogurt : Ur Skin's Best Friend


Yogurt?
For those who are wondering “What is yogurt?” , well here u go! Yogurt is basically a form of curdled milk much like sour creme ad creme frachie , but with less fat. Bacteria in the milk ferments and coagulates to thicken the milk to a creamy texture, adding a tangy, slightly astringent flavor. In commercial manufacturing, the friendly bacteria is added, but if you were to heat fresh milk and keep it at about 100 degrees F. for a few hours, it would naturally turn to yogurt.
Where do u get it?
For ppl in HYD, u can find it in Hypercity-Inorbit mall, Nature’s Basket-Madhapur,Banjara hills.
Yogurt is available in diff flavours. For ur external application on skin, don’t forget to use the “plain yogurt”.
If u plan to intake, u can jus jumpin n try all flavours. Strawberry is my favv …yummmm J
So whatz about yogurt to skin?
Yeah yeah…coming to dat point ! Yogurt is undeniably good for you. It aids in digestion, boosts your immune system, supplies a healthy dose of protein and calcium and often probiotics. But did you know that using yogurt on your skin can make it healthier? Yogurt adds enzymes and oils to the skin, working as a natural moisturizer. It can also reduce pore size, improve overall skin texture, and give you that healthy glow. Here’s how to use yogurt for healthier skin.
Yogurt is so mild that even those with highly sensitive skin can use it every day. Refreshing, safe, and a natural exfoliant, many use yogurt to even out their skin tone, fade freckles, lighten moles, and leave their skin soft, moist, and smooth. Just apply a thin layer of plain yogurt to your freshly cleansed face, throat, and chest, then lie down and rest for 10 to 20 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
Whether the skin on your face is dry, combination, oily, or just plain tired and sallow-looking, apply a weekly yogurt mask. Yogurt has zinc and a good amount of lactic acid, a natural skin smoother that makes it an inexpensive, easy, and effective facial mask. Just spread plain yogurt on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
Got acne? Slather yogurt on your pimples every day. The rich zinc content may help clear your blemishes and shrink your pores. Be sure to avoid the flavored varieties, as these often contain ingredients that can irritate skin. Wash your face, remove all makeup, spread on plain yogurt, massage into skin, and then rinse with cool water.
Are you watching that mark on your face to see if it turns into a pimple? Stop its progress now by mixing brewer's yeast with plain yogurt and applying it on your face.
If your face needs a hydrating boost, try using a homemade mask made from lentils and yogurt. Let it dry, then remove with your fingertips and wash off with water. Your skin will glow and look healthier immediately.
If your skin is extra dry and irritated, mix olive oil, turmeric, and sandalwood with yogurt and honey, spread on face or arms for five to 15 minutes, then wash off with water.
It’s good to exfoliate your skin every week, and yogurt is a cheap and healthy way to do this. Combine yogurt with dried, ground orange peels. Leave it on for about 15 minutes, and then rinse off with water.
Aging skin looks healthier and more youthful when treated with a paste of banana, avocado, and yogurt.
Dry, hard-working hands can be made healthier with yogurt. Simply combine half a cup of plain yogurt with the juice of one lemon. Chill in the fridge for a few hours and then use it to massage your hands and nails. Rinse and pat your hands dry.
Some yogurt each day can keep the skin doctor away! Ha ha J

Takecare
~ Shilpa

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