skin care

Why is it that all of us cannot keep the skin we were born with. Well I’ve still got my skin but it has changed and
according to my mother
it has changed a lot. It would also need to have stretched a bit
well in my case stretched a lot. As we get older
things happen to our skin
like wrinkles. I have them but I am a man so I can get away with it. Unfortunately
ladies find it harder to get away with having a few wrinkles. As a man
I am not too bothered by a few wrinkles and as long as I keep my skin clean
I do not bother with it much and no one really notices. What we do notice though is skin on women
and because many men are somehow genetically programmed to be uncaring and insensitive about your skin
you spend a great deal of time and effort to make your skin look good.

Why is it then that men can get away with wrinkles but women cannot? Is there anything you can do about it? If you adopt a skin care program then this should help to affect how your skin looks and more importantly it will affect how you feel as well
and that is very important. You have to remember that the skin is the largest organ in your body and so by adopting a skincare program you are looking after yourself.

So what can you do about it? Well to start with after every shower even after you have dried yourself your skin is still damp and by applying moisturizer you are trapping moisture into your skin which is a great plus factor. Another one is to drink water and this hydration helps your skin as well. However
if you notice that even after this your skin is always dry and sometimes a little flakey
just visit your doctor to check things out. One other reason you should quickly visit is if there is a major change such as dark
(or lighter)
skin patches and any changes or growth to moles you may have. Get these checked out just to make sure you have no problems.

One thing to watch out for is the effect the sun has on your skin. The sun is at its fiercest when it is highest
which is generally at midday
so just take care. Applying a good sunscreen helps
and another thing to take into consideration is that elastin
which is a substance in your skin
breaks down under strong sunlight. This can cause the skin to sag so just be careful. It is a pity about the effects of sunlight on skin as most of us feel much happier when exposed to sunlight.

Rather than buy every skincare product on the market there is a lot you can do to help your skin by developing your own personal skincare program.

Healthy skin is helped by a healthy diet
and a healthy diet is usually a balanced diet containing fresh vegetables and fruit. Both of these have been found to contain antioxidants which can help your skin protect itself from day to day living. To get the best values from fruit and veg though it must be fresh or only lightly cooked.

Another important factor in skincare is skin hydration and this is helped by drinking a sensibly amount of water. I have seen it suggested that 4 to 8 cups a day is sensible but if you are drinking bottled mineral water check the chemical makeup of the water as some are high in sodium which means high salt levels. Do not fall into the trap that drinking 4 to 8 cups of coffee a day
(which is mainly water after all)
is as good for you. Coffee contains plenty of caffeine which helps the body to dispose of water. I had a great idea that I would drink beer instead of coffee as that is mainly water
but drinks containing alcohol
(including wine
) do not class as water either. It does not have to be bottled water either; tap water is fine as long as it is pure and clean. Not at bedtime though as drinking late at night means your body may retain this water causing your skin to stretch a little which is not something you want to happen.

Your skin also stretches when you become overweight and after a diet
and loosing weight
you will need to exercise to tone your skin into shape again. A younger person has more flexible skin but when you are older your skin is not as flexible and it becomes harder to tone your skin after loosing weight. The answer is not to try and put on weight in the first place but that is not always easy especially as we get older. However please try to keep weight gain off your skin care program as the two do not go together.

Whatever you decide to do
do some research and find out what will work best for you. One way of doing this is to talk to people selling skincare products in stores. Although their job is to try and sell you their product
they will still give you good advice. You could ask your friends as well
as some of them may be able to guide you in the right direction. Whatever you decide to do
good luck.

The cosmetics craze continued throughout the centuries into the 1900’s and began to see the earliest of the cosmetics industry being formed. Mrs. Henning’s House of Cyclax in London sold many products that you can still buy today from world famous companies like Avon. Another beauty salon owner found herself expanding her products to meet the demands of her upper class clientele from a facial cream that protects women’s skin from the sun to lipstick and face powder. Today
you can find a whole line of cosmetics from Helena Rubenstein.
As the years went on
the popularity of beauty salons continued to increase. In 1909
a salon called Selfridges began to sell cosmetics out in the open ver the counter. Women’s attitudes began to change and confidence grew. When the Russian ballet came to London
the influence of high art was apparent on many designers. A man named Paul Poiret was one of the first to come out with a much more vibrant and colorful look. It was also the first time that permanent cosmetics was seen. Women could tattoo their lipstick and eye shadow permanently on their faces.
During the 1930’s the fashion of lipstick went to a darker shade with a variety of shades. Around the time of WW II
ingredients for cosmetics was at a severe shortage and women underwent a kind of make-down. This ended right when the war did and demand for cosmetics increased more than ever. Competitors began manufacturing a number of products to meet the demands of the female consumer.
Today’s woman is the benefactor of all these years of trial and error with a virtually unlimited choice of products for any look they want to achieve. There are literally thousands of companies who have products in this now billion dollar yearly industry. Cosmetic products sell year round and even in times of recession.
So ladies
thank your ancestors and their concern for their own appearance for your own that you have today. There were probably days when they woke up and didn’t really feel like going through the hassle of putting on their face either.

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Steps to Great Makeup - - -

1
Avoid wearing too much

Makeup is meant to enhance features not bring negative attention to you. That's what wearing too much makeup will do; it will bring you unwanted attention. Don't wear too much of anything such as:

i) Eyeliner: dark
thick eyeliner will make you look overdone and will ruin the rest of your makeup.

ii) Mascara: too much mascara looks fake and will flake. It looks especially bad if worn with thick eyeliner or dark blue eye eye shadow.

iii) Foundation: Make sure your foundation is the same color as your skin. Foundation is meant to protect and give the face a smooth look. The magic word is blend.

iv) Powder:The same holds true for powder - not too much. Also
be sure to blend your makeup so there are no obvious lineS

2
Lips

Apply lip liner to completely cover the lips
add color and your lipstick will stay on much longer. Make sure your lip liner doesn't show. Also
your lip color should match your skin tone; wear cool colors if you have cool coloring and warm colors if you have warm coloring. If you want to make your lips look smaller
keep your liner on the inside of your lips. However
if you decide to make your lips look larger
going outside the natural outline of you lips is a mistake. This can look quite messy and unnatural.

3
Appropriate makeup
Wear makeup that is appropriate for the occasion. If you are going to the beach you shouldn't wear the same or as much makeup as you would if you were going dancing. Also
when you are in daylight your makeup should be a lighter than when you are out for the evening.


4
Too little or no makeup

Some women don't wear makeup because they are not sure how to use it and are afraid of being overdone. If you are unsure
start will light colours in your shade. Start slowly and add one product at a time. Maybe start with foundation
add mascara
blush or lipstick. If you are not used to wearing makeup
using a lot a first may be a little too much for you
so start slowly. The bottom line is a little is better than none. If you are still unsure seek professional advice.

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Overall look

When your makeup is completed it should look natural. That means avoiding colours that clash. If you have dark skin and hair you will look better in darker shades; light colours will make you look washed out. If your hair and skin tone are light
light colours will look better on you. Dark makeup will make you look older and harsh. If you have oily skin
first use oil control moisturizer and foundation. Then be sure to wear loose powder
keeping pressed powder with you for touch ups.


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Hair color

Your hair color should also be in harmony with your skin. If you have dark hair and you want to add color
keep it close to the same shade. If you have light hair
use light colors. As you age your skin will lighten
so should your hair color. One last thing about hair color - if you do color you hair be sure you keep it up
don't let your roots show.

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One last thing

Keep makeup looking fresh all day by doing regular touch ups. Don't let your makeup fade or crease. Smile!!!

Your skin is the first thing that people notice about you and that is why a proper skin care regimen is so important. There are many products that claim to help improve skin tone and promote a flawless complexion
but the truth is that there is no such thing as instant results. An effective skin care regimen is one that is done consistently over a time before results will begin to develop.

Skin Care Tip 1:
Always use some type of exfoliation product
which will help to remove old skin cells and other debris and particles from your skin. This will expose the healthy cells and rid your body from the old ones.

Skin Care Tip 2:
If possible
avoid constant sun exposure and tanning beds. In addition to being dangerous where health is concerned
these may also lead to early signs of aging. Everyone loves a suntan
but there is no reason to sacrifice your skin or your health in order to achieve it. Therefore
many individuals opt for a self-tanning lotion instead. Back in the day
these products had a tendency to turn the skin orange
but that is no longer the case. Improvements have helped to give self-tanning products a more natural
streak-free look. Before applying the lotion to your entire body
apply it to a small test area just to make sure there is no irritation.

Skin Care Tip 3:
If your lips tend to become chapped in the winter months or wind burnt at other times
using lip balm or lipstick will help to protect the lips from nature’s worst.

Skin Care Tip 4:
Dry or cracked skin can be very unbearable. Not to mention the discomfort of tight red skin
it can be downright embarrassing. A container of Pacquin Plus hand & body cream will eliminate soreness
redness and help to add moisture back to dry skin.

Skin Care Tip 5:
Do not use products that irritate your skin in any way
including soaps that have harsh ingredients. If possible
use a moisturizing soap or that which is designed for sensitive skin.
In addition to these tips
skin care products are available as commercial or prescription based treatments. A dermatologist is often consulted for matters relating to acne or other skin disorders
especially if they are severe. Many skin care enthusiasts also believe in using plenty of moisturizing body lotion in order to replenish the skin’s natural moisture
which is often stripped in today’s harsh environment.

The information in this article is to be used for informational purposes. It should not be considered as
or used in conjunction with
professional medical advice. Consult your doctor prior to beginning any skin care regimen or if you have been diagnosed with any disorder involving the skin.