Galmoxy is part of a full range of skin care and anti-aging products manufactured by the company Rodial. Calling itself ‘Snake Serum’, the product is designed to mimic the ‘freezing’ effect that a snake’s venom apparently has on the facial muscles, thereby helping eliminate wrinkles and other signs of aging.

The Rodial company website is very professional looking and contains many useful sections related to skin care such as articles and a general FAQ page. However, the amount of information for each individual product is limited and no customer testimonials or before and after photos are shown. A good amount of space is devoted to showing how popular the Rodial line is with celebrities, and the company claims that many actresses such as Katie Holmes and Jennifer Aniston use their products. The website does have links to certain Rodial products featured in the media, but unfortunately they do not provide any form of clinical studies to show that the formulas actually work.
Glamoxy Snake Serum can be purchased from the company website which ships worldwide, and there is also information on where to purchase the brand from local retailers. No samples or discounts are offered by the company and the refund policy is very unclear.

Glamoxy – Product Description

The main ingredient in this anti-aging serum is Syn-ake, a neuro peptide that the company calls ‘venom inspired’, meaning that it simply has a similar effect to the venom of the Temple snake. Working in a similar way to Botox, it freezes and restricts the facial muscles which not only helps eliminate lines and wrinkles that have already formed, but helps prevent any more from appearing. Although a full ingredient list is not provided, it is known that Glamoxy also contains Fiflow BTX, a substance that carries oxygen to skin cells adding radiance, Ronasphere, to even out skin tone and texture and the anti-oxidant Pomegranate Ellagic Tannin.

Glamoxy Snake Serum is to be used before applying regular moisturizer, both in the morning and at night.

Glamoxy – Advantages

• Rodial is an established, popular skin care company
• The website provides general skin care information and tips
• Glamoxy is available in retail stores worldwide
• Syn-ake is a non-invasive alternative to Botox injections
• The main active ingredients are listed
• The product addresses several aging skin conditions
• Glamoxy contains anti-oxidant ingredients

Glamoxy – Disadvantages

• Glamoxy is expensive, costing $299.00 per 25ml
• The company refund policy is unclear
• No free trials or samples are offered
• There is no clinical evidence to show Glamoxy works
• The full ingredient list is not provided
• No customer testimonials or reviews are shown
• Glamoxy may not be suitable for sensitive skin

Glamoxy – The Bottomline

Without seeing actual evidence of Glamoxy’s results, it is easy to dismiss this brand as just another ‘fad’ product. The use of Syn-ake seems is becoming more popular, which suggests that it may have some type of ‘muscle freezing’ effect, but if this is the case, the manufacturers should include proof on their website. Until more ‘real people’ testimonials can be seen, it is not worth spending this amount of money on the product.

The Ultra-lift Pro range of anti-aging creams is manufactured by Garnier Nutritioniste, a well-known, established beauty company that also manufactures other skin care lines and hair products.

The official website for the Ultra-lift Pro range is, as you would expect from such an established company, extremely professional and attractive. In addition to containing information about Ultra-lift Pro, the site provides general skincare tips and a test to determine the actual age of your skin. There is a good section that provides information about the Garnier Nutritioniste company and the development of their products, although contact information is not shown.

Ultra-lift Pro – Product Description

The Ultra-lift Pro line consists of four products including a deep wrinkle ‘roller’ and deep wrinkle night cream. All the products contain a similar formula, with the main ingredient being ‘Pro-Xylane, an extract of the beech tree. Also contained in the formula, for which no actual amounts are given, are Vitamin A and Omegas 3 and 6. Very little information is provided for each individual ingredient so it is not known exactly how they work. However, all Ultra-lift Pro products are designed to reduce deep set wrinkles on the face and neck, while boosting hydration and decreasing under eye puffiness. The formula is also designed to penetrate the skin’s upper layers, allowing the ingredients to reach the targeted areas.

Ultra-lift Pro Advantage

• The company website is professional and user-friendly
• The products are hypo-allergenic
• Ultra-lift Pro is available in retail stores
• FAQ’s are provided for each product
• The major ingredients are listed
• All the products are reasonably priced
• Garnier Nutritioniste is an established, reputable company
• The products are clinically tested

Ultra-lift Pro - Drawbacks

• Ingredient information is limited
• No customer testimonials are provided
• Best results are obtained if the whole range of products is used
• No ‘before and after’ shots are shown
• No money-back guarantees or free samples are provided

Ultra-lift Pro – The Bottomline

Any consumer should feel confident in knowing that by purchasing Ultra-lift Pro, they will be getting a quality item from a reputable company. While the company does provide good skincare information and produces a whole range of creams and serums for many different skin conditions, it would be beneficial if they gave more details about individual products.

While the general tone of the product marketing is not over-exaggerated, it is unlikely that the product can really ‘plump the skin from within’, and although using the creams may reduce the severity of the skin’s wrinkles, it will certainly not eradicate them completely.

Replexion is an anti-aging cream that the company describes on their website as a ‘revolutionary wrinkle releaser’. In addition to targeting lines and wrinkles on the skin, the product is also designed to improve other problems associated with the aging process such as age-spots, decreased plumpness and a dull complexion. It is also said to be able to repair the damage that occurs from over-exposure to the sun, pollution and other environmental elements.

The site itself is very user-friendly, clearly labelled and includes good sections featuring customer testimonials and FAQ’s. Unfortunately no customer ‘before and after’ shots are shown, nor is there any contact address given for the manufacturing company.

Replexion comes with a 30-day money back guarantee and is available for a 15-day risk free trial. It should be noted though that this is not adequate time to properly judge the product (results are usually seen in about 4 weeks), and the customer will automatically be enrolled into the auto-ship program, whereby they will receive the product every 30 days.

Replexion – Product Description

Replexion contains some well-known ingredients commonly found in similar products, including Palmitoyl Pentapeptide (also known as Matrixyl), Palmitoyl Oligopeptide and Acetyl Hexapeptide (Argireline, a substance that mimics the effects of Botox). Designed to stimulate the production of collagen, an essential component of youthful skin, and strengthening the connective tissue, Replexion also contains the powerful moisturizer Hyaluronic Acid, Shea and Aloe Vera. The ingredients are blended into a ‘micro-emulsion’ formula that easily penetrates the skin to reach the targeted area.

It is unfortunate that not all the ingredients are listed, which may be a problem for anyone with sensitive skin, and the amounts of each ingredient are not provided so there is no way to judge the potency of the formula. However, there is a good amount of information given to explain the main active ingredients and directions for application.

Replexion Advantage

• Replexion has a 30-day money back guarantee
• The product can be ordered safely over the internet
• The main active ingredients are listed
• Replexion is available in retail stores and directly from the manufacturer
• The website includes customer testimonials
• Replexion is suitable for both men and women
• The cream addresses several aspects of aging skin problems

Replexion - Drawbacks

• No company contact information is given
• The full ingredient list is not provided
• No clinical studies are shown
• The risk free trial period is short
• Replexion is expensive, costing $99.95 per ounce
• Replexion is not a well-known, established brand

Replexion – The Bottomline

Given the fact that this product is more expensive than most and that the company is not well-known in the industry, this brand of anti-aging cream cannot really be recommended. There are many other creams and serums available on the market that consist of similar ingredients, but can back up results with proof of clinical testing, something lacking with this brand.

The company that manufactures HTY Gold (HTY stands for ‘hide the years’), is Pacific Specialty Oils Inc., a company that is not very well known in the industry but produces a full range of anti-aging creams that they claim will ‘miraculously rejuvenate aged skin’. As a consumer, the official HTY Gold website is extremely confusing and hard to navigate, containing repetitive information and sections. However, contained in the information is a good FAQ section, individual product information, customer, doctor and aesthetician testimonials, plus ‘before and after’ photos.

All HTY Gold products can be purchased directly from the site’s secure shopping section and a full 60-day money back guarantee is provided on everything apart from trial size products. While no free samples are offered, there are many discounts given on certain products and multiple buys such as travel packs etc.

HTY Gold – Product Description

The HTY Gold line consists of four main products: Body Gold, Day Gold, Night Gold and Eye Gold. Product information is given for each, although the actual formulas seem to be very similar. The main active ingredient in all the patented formulas is a rare substance called Super-Red Palm Oleins, which is a good source of free-radical fighting anti-oxidants and Tocotrienols, which provide natural UV protection, anti-oxidants and Vitamin E. Other ingredients used in the formulas are Co-enzyme Q10, Beta Carotenes, wheat germ oil, cocoa butter and evening primrose oil. This results in a very nutrient-rich, moisturizing and skin-restoring oil that is supposed to help rid the skin of its ‘creped’, dry and wrinkled appearance.

All HTY Gold products have been dermatologist approved and contain no chemicals, fragrance or preservatives, so they should be suitable for those with sensitive skin. While the various HTY Gold products range in price, they are all very expensive, for example the Day Gold cream costs $144.00 for 3.4 oz.

HTY Gold Advantage

• The products contain all natural ingredients
• The website provides customer and doctor testimonials
• A good FAQ section is shown
• All the main active ingredients are listed
• The products are dermatologist tested
• Company contact information is given
• Purchases can be made securely from the site
• HTY Gold can be used for skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema
• HTY Gold products have a 60-day money back guarantee

HTY Gold - Drawbacks

• No clinical studies are provided
• The product website is confusing
• The products are very expensive
• Ingredient amounts are not provided
• No free samples are offered
• The company makes some exaggerated claims

HTY Gold – The Bottomline

Unless HTY Gold really does work ‘miraculously’ as is claimed, then it is simply a very expensive anti-aging product that contains many commonly found antioxidants, vitamins and oils. With the amount of different oils contained in the formulas, there is no doubt that it will have a smoothing and moisturizing effect on dry, aging skin, but the same ingredients can also be found in much more well-known and more affordable brands.

Bellanue anti-aging serum is a product that, while having an attractive website and sleek packaging, does not appear to be unique from many other beauty creams on the market. Like similarly questionable products, the Bellanue website shows media logos from publications such as Cosmopolitan and Allure, cites quotes from news programs about certain ingredients in the formula, but is not actually endorsed or affiliated with any of them. Similarly, the site mentions that celebrities are now ‘discovering’ Bellanue, but fail to back this up with any evidence.

There are however some positive aspects of Bellanue, in particular the free trial offered to prospective customers and a 60-day money back guarantee. The product can be purchased from a secure shopping site, and the manufacturers offer $1000.00 to customers, if used in their ‘before and after’ testimonials. Unfortunately no FAQ section is shown nor clinical studies provided.

Bellanue – Product Description

The main active anti-aging ingredients are shown for Bellanue and it contains some powerful, patented formulas such as Matrixyl 3000, a peptide which has been proven to reduce wrinkles by up to 68%, Argireline, a substance that relaxes facial tension in much the same way as Botox injections (although not as instantly), Retinol, a popular anti-aging ingredient used to stimulate collagen production, Osilift, for smoothing the surface of the skin and finally the Bellanue anti-oxidant formulation that contains Acai berry, pomegranate and mangosteen. Anti-oxidants are particularly important for fighting cell damaging free-radicals that increase in the body as we age.

The price for Bellanue is not clearly shown and the customer must look at the ‘terms and conditions’ to find the exact price, which is $79.87 per bottle. By sending for the free trial, the customer is enrolled in the auto-shipping program whereby they receive a shipment of the product every 30 days.

Bellanue Advantage

• The product contains patented ingredients Matrixyl 3000 and Argireline
• The application instructions are clearly described
• Customer testimonials are provided
• The company contact information is provided
• The Bellanue formula includes several anti-oxidants
• Customers can purchase Bellanue from the website securely
• A risk free trial is offered
• The product website is user-friendly

Bellanue - Drawbacks

• The product website uses some questionable marketing tactics
• Bellanue is in the higher price range
• The free trial is only for 15 days
• No Bellanue clinical studies are provided
• The full ingredient list is not shown
• It is not known if the formula is safe for sensitive skin types
• Important information, such as the price, is not clearly shown

Bellanue – The Bottomline

The only way to know if Bellanue is as ‘groundbreaking’ as it claims to be, is if all ingredients were listed and the amounts of the active ingredients were known. While it is beneficial to be able to try the product risk-free, 15 days is really not adequate time to judge any cream, and if the product is not returned promptly the customer will find themselves enrolled in the auto-shipping program, which can sometimes be difficult to cancel.

Why Be Uncomfortable?

Many women decide that they would rather not feel good in order to look good. This may seem kind of silly, but something as simple as bad shoes that look good will make a woman feel uncomfortable. If you do not feel that you look good, you may decide that you want to squeeze into an outfit that will not feel good on your body. Sometimes you may decide to make a choice to wear something that causes pain and be a little uncomfortable.

What Can Happen?

If you are wearing shoes that are too small, you may have some issues with your feet. This can be painful and you may have to go to the doctor in order to feel better and you may have to change the style of shoes that you are wearing. This can halt you wearing high heels for a long time to come. You may even have to have a foot related surgery if the injury is extreme. Your foot doctor should be able to tell you if they think that you are going to need this kind of treatment.

If you are wearing something that is too small for you, you may have problems with your body in the future. This may mean that your organs are dealing with damage and you may have problems with your body weight. This can seem like something extreme, but it does happen and can be serious.

Plastic surgery is also something that can cause pain while you are changing the way that you look. Sometimes you may have problems that will cause pain later on in life or for longer than you may think that it should. This is because even cosmetic surgery is something that cause pain for the sake of beauty. Make sure that you are really getting into something that you are going to be alright with. That way you will be happy with what you are doing and you will know all of the risks that are involved with the surgery.

Women have been doing things that can cause them to be uncomfortable for a long time and they will still continue to do it in the future. You may decide that you are not going to be a part of this problem because you do not want to deal with what could happen. This is really your choice and you should be aware of everything that could happen besides being uncomfortable. Take the time to really see what you are doing and decide if it is something that you can live with. Some people think that beauty is everything and that being uncomfortable is just a part of that.

What Is Healthy Hair?

There are a few people that wonder what healthy hair is so that they know how to get it. Healthy hair is hair that is shiny and great looking. Many people will work hard for the healthy hair that they want. They may not know what it is that they need to do in order to get that healthy hair.

How to get Healthy Hair

There are a few things that you can do in order to get that healthy hair. The first thing that you can do in order to have healthy hair is to use the right products. When you use the right products on your hair, you can have great looking hair as well as clean and nice looking hair. You may be able to find the right products at your local salon and maybe at your local department store.

Another way to get healthy hair is to make sure that you are going to the salon on a regular basis. The reason that this is important is because when you go to the salon, you can get the dead hair trimmed away and you can get any hair that may have split ends and such cut off.

Eating right can also change the way that you hair looks and feels. If you are eating right, then your hair will look better and you will look better as well. The hair responds to the food that you are eating as well as any other chemicals that you may be taking into your body. That is why it is important that you are not doing any bad habits that may damage your health and the health of your hair.

Why Do You Want Healthy Hair?

There are many people that do not have healthy hair, but everyone really wants it. You may ask yourself why it is that you want healthy looking hair. This is because you want to look your best. Having healthy hair will help you to look good and will help you to feel better about yourself. This can also make you feel better about the situation that you are in and it can make things that much easier to handle for yourself.

When you are looking for healthy hair, you may have to change some of the things that you are doing. This can seem hard, but it really does not have to be if you are willing to make these changes for yourself. Take the time to really try and see what you can do in order to have the hair that you want to and find the one that will work best for you. You also may have to do some kind of combination of more than one thing to get your hair looking good for a long period of time.

Eating Right

When you are trying to figure out what it is that you want to eat, you may want to consider eating something that is going to be good for you and your body. This may be something that will also help the outside look of your body as well. Eating well will also help you to feel better with what you are doing in your life.

Face Cream

Face cream is something that will help your face and body to stay looking healthy and feeling good. A face cream is something that many people have been using for years and can really make a difference with the way your face feels and looks. That will not only make you feel better, but it will also make you look better as well.

Medical Treatments

There are some medical treatments that can be done in order to help your body look younger and to make you feel better. These can range from small treatments that can be done from the confront of your own home as well as in a doctor’s office to full surgery options. You do need to talk to your doctor so that you can be advised on what the best option for you. This may be hard to figure out in the beginning, but you can find a small treatment with the help of a doctor.

The small medical treatments are not as extensive but can really help you to look younger and be happier with your life. These treatments are usually things like skin treatments as well as programs that will help with the aging process. You may be able to find a good treatment that will help you to fight the aging process if you are willing to take your time and find a good small medical treatment.

The larger medical treatments are going to range from small surgeries to large scale ones that will change the way that you look right away. If you are thinking about doing this kind of procedure to improve your body, then you may want to really make sure that it is something that you can do and that you are willing to do.

If you are willing to take the time to find a good way to make your skin look good or your body to look better, you will be happier about what you are doing and you will know what all of your options are. Fighting the aging process is not as hard as you may think if you are willing to try and do something that will change the way that you feel on the inside and the outside. Take the time to understand what the options are that are available to you for what you are looking to change.

What Is A Beauty Pageant?

A beauty pageant is something that many women will do in order to get money to help fund their college education as well as to be a part of something. There are also pageants for young children whose parents want to get them some money for college or to let them have fun with a pageant. Most states have beauty pageants for the girls and the boys that may live in the state.

How Do They Work?

Many beauty pageants will work in the same kind of way. They will get people to sign up for the pageant. You will pay a small fee in order to participate and then you will be given the rules and when the pageant will occur. There will usually be a formal, swimsuit and interview part of the pageant that you may participate in. The judges will then choose a group to go on the next level of competition. Then they will compete for the winning position.

When you win a pageant, you will most likely be given a crown as well as a cash prize that can be used for their college education or to improve their lives. You may then be asked to come back next year to give the crown to the next winner of the pageant. They may also put your name on a plaque that is kept in the venue where the pageant takes place. This can be a great honor for you if this is really important to you.

Why Do A Beauty Pageant?

You may be wondering why you would want to even be in a beauty pageant. You may want to enter one so that you can get some money to help with your college education or because you want to have something that looks good on your resume’. You may also just want to be in a pageant to say that you did one in your life. All of these reasons are good if they are important to you and your life.

Beauty pageants are something that many people want to do. If you decide that you want to try one, make sure and take the time to understand what it is that you are going to be getting into. This will also help you to really know if you want to do the work to go into the beauty pageant at all. If you are a parent and a child has decided that they want to participate in a pageant, you may not know what kind of work it takes to really get your child up to where they need to be. Take the time to find out what you are going to need to do and what is expected of you.

What Is Permanent Makeup?

Permanent makeup is a procedure that consists of makeup being applied to the face through a kind of tattoo procedure. This makes the makeup look be a permanent fixture on the face. You will not be able to change it once it is done and you will have to be sure that it is the look that you want.

Why Do It?

There are a couple of good reasons that you may want to look into this kind of procedure. The first is that you will not have to worry about applying makeup in the morning anymore. This will give you more time to get other things done as well as to not have that worry on your head anymore.

Another good reason is that you will never be caught without your makeup on again. When you have permanent makeup, you will not ever be without it on. You will sleep with it on and wake up with it on and ready to go. There is not going to be the problem of forgetting to put it on and have everyone see the way that you look before you have your makeup done up.

How Does It Work

When you decide that you are going to get permanent makeup, you will have to decide what it will look like when it is going to be done. This way you will have a look that you really like and are OK with living with for a long time to come. Once you have decided on what you want your makeup to look like, you can schedule your appointment to get everything done for your procedure.

Once you have had the procedure, you will be all set. All that you will need to do is maintain the look that you got and take care of the areas that were done. This will ensure that you are looking the best with your new makeup. It will also help you to make sure that you happy with what you look like for a long time to come.

If you are planning on this kind of procedure, you should make sure that you have looked into the procedure and know what it is that you are getting into. This way you will be happy with everything that you are doing and you will know all of the risks and benefits that could happen for you. You should also take some time and research the person that is going to be doing your procedure. Some people are not as good as others and taking a little time to find out about them will help you to know if they are going to be good for what you are doing.

Being graceful means carrying yourself with a confidence that others can clearly see. If you want to exude confidence, you need to work on the way you walk and sit. When you walk, make sure that you keep your toes pointed straight ahead. People tend to get lazy and point them outward. This looks ugly and sloppy.

Early in the morning is when we can get started on a beautiful foot, not an ugly one. Breakfast is a big part of looking attractive. None of us feel attractive when we eat like horses. How do you go about keeping yourself from eating a million snacks before lunch? Why not have shake that is sure to keep your tummy satisfied for several hours. Whip up a shake consisting of a block of tofu, skim milk and honey. Blend this baby up and drink it down. You’ll be good until lunch.

Do you have rough knees or elbows? I think we’ve all encountered this at some point in our lives. Incorporating an exfoliating moisturizing cream is the way to smooth out that skin. If you are out of cream and you need a quick fix, cut open a lemon. That’s right. The citric acid in the lemon will exfoliate your skin.

Having trouble with unsightly acne? You can prevent this by using a natural soap like Dove and by meditating. Meditation has been shown to relax people in ways other actions cannot. Since stress can cause pimples, take a deep breath and meditate. Meditating once a day will help your nerves and your skin.

Speaking of skin, you should be protecting it from the sun. Nearly 90% of wrinkles are caused by the sun. You should be wearing sun block every day to prevent these harmful rays from damaging your skin. This prevention will also help you reduce your risk of being diagnosed with skin cancer. If you are beautiful, it doesn’t matter if you have a tan or not.

When trying to decide on a foundation for your skin, go see a makeup specialist. The majority of women pick the wrong shade for their foundation. This can cause a distinct line that goes around their chin. Don’t look like an amateur. Take the time to speak with someone who can direct you to the right foundation for your pigmentation.

These timeless tips will help you look and feel beautiful in no time. Don’t be jealous of what others have. If you enhance your features by using these tips, pretty soon you’ll be happy with what you have. Being happy is the first step in exuding the confidence and grace everyone longs for.

Tea has been cited for its health benefits for many years. People swear by the teas that they drink. It is the drink of choice for those who need to get their morning started on the right foot and those who want to relax after a long day. In addition to tasting great, tea can be used to help you in your beautification process. Below I will reveal a several tea beauty tips that you can start using today.

Are you heading out on a hot date and you want to make sure your breath is fresh? Many people would typically use a standard mouth wash. Did you know you could use black tea instead? It not only eliminates bad breath, but it can also prevent cavities.

Does your family have a history of heart disease? If so, you may wonder what natural preventative actions you can take. Why not drink black tea. Black tea is also known to lower bad cholesterol levels and help you live a long beautiful life.

Having bags under your eyes and dark circles is not pretty. Many of us have had to deal with this. A great way to reduce the puffiness of these bags and clear up those dark circles is by placing Chamomile tea bags on your eyes.

Pimples are an incredible hassle. They can make us feel ugly and unattractive. Finding a way to dry out these pimples can be costly and frustrating. If you use a moist tea bag on these pimples, you can dry them out in no time. Just lightly pat your pimples with them and you’ll look better before you know it.

If you are giving yourself a pedicure, add a mint tea bag to your basin for a beautiful and relaxing scent. Speaking of feet, you can add green tea leaves to your shoes to eliminate odors and give them a fresh smell. These are two wonderful ways to use tea to beautify your feet.

We all want to have beautiful smooth hair. Instead of buying expensive conditioners, you can use green tea and lemon juice. Mix these two up in a bottle and apply this homemade conditioner after shampooing your hair. Leave it in your hair for a little while and then rinse it out. You’ll have soft and sexy hair in no time.

Shaving can really be a chore. It is even more annoying when you wind up cutting your legs while in the process. If you want to treat the cut in a pinch, use a tea bag to do so. The tannic acid in the tea will help stop your cut from bleeding.

When people think of taking care of their feet, they think of going to a spa. They think of getting a pedicure and having somebody else take care of their feet for them. While this sounds great, not everyone can afford it. This is especially true in these difficult economic times we are in. For those of you who can’t afford to get a pedicure every week, what are you to do? I’m about to share some interesting and surprising tips you can implement at home.

Walking on our feet all day can cause calluses and moisture to develop. Calluses are rough spots on our feet that can be unsightly. Moisture is the common catalyst for infections, athlete’s foot and other unwanted foot problems. Keeping your feet smooth and dry can be a challenging task.

You should pickup a pumas stone if you want to smooth out your heels and the bottoms of your feet. This should be done in the shower. First, you wet your feet and the stone. Then you should soap up your feet to protect them. Next, you should lightly but firmly rub the stone against your calluses. Don’t try and remove the entire callus in one session. This should be done over several days. When you are done, rinse the soap off of your feet. Do not leave the pumas stone in the shower when you are done. This may cause mold to develop on the stone. One you are out of the shower, use a light moisturizer on your feet.

Once your feet are dry you can clip your toenails with a standard clipper. Make sure to use a nail file to gently remove lint or dirt from under your nails. After clipping your nails, you can smooth out the edges with a nail file. You can also use a buffer to shine up your toenails and smooth them out. You may want to finish them off with nail polish or a clear glossy finish.

In this economy money is tight for many people. We can barely afford to get our hair cut as frequently as we used to. Getting a pedicure, for many, is an expense that is just too expensive. If you want to have beautiful feet you can do it yourself. Follow the tips listed above for a great at-home pedicure. In addition, make sure you always wear fresh socks everyday. Wearing the same socks can cause athletes foot or other bacteria to develop. The path to more beautiful feet lies in your hands.

Color is such an important part of your look. We all get tired of the same old look, year after year. You need to mix things up. Why not change your hair color? You might look fetching as a red head. Perhaps you always wanted to be a blond. Now is the time to go for it. Why not? What have you got to lose? Of course, you need to make sure that you get a good color job. Don’t waste your money on color that looks horrible. Your best bet is to go to see an experienced hair stylist who has worked with your hair before. He or she will know what color will compliment your complexion. Your hair stylist may also suggest that you get lowlights or highlights instead or as well. Think about this person’s advice. Chances are he or she knows a little more about hair color than you do. Whatever you wind up getting, make sure it’s something that will make you feel fabulous.

Texture is also very important when it comes to hair. Many people seem to forget this. They let their entire head grown to one length and it looks boring. If you simply have your hair stylist layer your hair or give it a choppy look, you’ll be amazed with the results. Why not go for a retro feathered look? You can really jazz up an old hair style by incorporating texture. Texturizing your hair will revel a hot new you that is ready to take on anything this fall!

Whatever hairstyle or color you go with, make sure you take care of it. It may sound obvious, but so many people let their hair go. They don’t take the time to use good quality products on it. You don’t need to spend a fortune. High-quality doesn’t always mean high-cost. You can find many products to clean and style your hair that are very good. Most of them are $10 or less. Don’t buy a product because of the name on the front. Make your purchasing decision based on the ingredients inside the bottle.

If you follow the tips listed above, you will be getting compliments on your hair for months to come. Hair is a beautiful thing when taken care of properly. Whether you are changing your hair color along with the leaves on the trees or simply getting a new cut, you’re bound to love the results.

Shampoo and conditioner can cost a fortune. This is especially true if you are into fancy brand name products that promise a professional look. The problem is they also have a professional price tag. How do you get around this? There are two ways. If you are unwilling to change which products you use on your hair, shop around. Go online. Many beauty products can be found for a very nice discount on popular websites like drugstore.com and amazon.com. These websites also offer free shipping promotions from time to time, depending on how much you are buying. Another smart way to continue using the same products and save money is by using them less. Don’t shampoo or condition your hair every day. First off, many say it isn’t necessary anyway. This will give you a great opportunity to stretch out the use of these pricey products. If you are willing to change your products, you can find much more affordable options. One of the best reasonably priced hair product lines available is Garnier Fructis. The majority of the products in this line run for $5 or less. They can be found in almost any pharmacy or food store. You’ll also be pleased to hear that there are frequently coupons for their products in local papers and they go on sale regularly.

Don’t spend money on getting a manicure or pedicure at an expensive salon. You can do it yourself at home. All you need is a nail clipper, a nail file or emery board, a cuticle trimmer, and a nail buffer. First, clip your nails. Next you should smooth out the edges with a nail file or emery board. The cuticle also need to be pushed up and cleaned up with the cuticle trimmer. Finish off your nails with a buffer. Many of these nail buffers also have a shining side to them. This lets you smooth out the rough spots and adds a nice shine to your nails. Repeat this process weekly or when needed. This will save you a serious amount of cash every week, month and year.

The beauty tips listed above can all be done by you. You don’t need a professional or a professional product to get the desired result. You can look beautiful and save money at the same time. It just takes some ingenuity and some know how.

All of the above mentioned things are all very well and good, but if you are making these next classic mistakes with your hair, none of the good things you are doing for your hair aren’t really going to make much of a difference, no matter how much money you spend! Here is a list of 6 common mistakes women
regularly make with their hair care:

1. Blow drying or flat ironing your hair every day. All of that exposure to heat is unhealthy for your hair, so you should try to limit using these styling tools to only once or twice a week.
2. Rubbing your wet hair with a towel. This only creates frizz, breakage and fly-aways. Instead of rubbing your hair dry, try gently squeezing it dry with a towel made from microfiber.
3. Bushing your hair when it is wet. This action stretches out your hair and causes breakage. Instead of picking up your brush, try using a wide tooth comb and work from the ends up to the roots. In fact, some hair stylists suggest that we should not be using brushes at all; they say that combs are always healthier for the hair.
4. Blow drying your hair when it is still dripping wet. Since it will take a lot longer to dry your hair this way, your hair will be exposed to the heat a lot longer as well, which only causes damage. Instead, try leaving it up in a towel for a few more minutes, or letting it air dry until it is damp, but still able
   to be styled.
5. Using old brushes and combs on your hair. Many people use the same brushes and combs for years without realizing that this is not healthy for their hair. They can accumulate quite the build up of hair product over the years, and continual use will strip your hair of its natural oils and shine. Also, older combs and brushes tend to get broken here and there, and these breaks, however small they are can catch on our hair and continually break your strands.
6. Always tying your ponytail in the same place. Actually, you shouldn’t be wearing your hair in a ponytail too much in the first place, but if you do choose this hair style often, make sure you move your ponytail each day. Continually tying it in the same place can cause repeated damage to the same spot.

What most people do not know is that you can’t really be successful at getting the perfect, smooth shiny look from just a hair serum. There are 6 proven tips to having smooth hair, that when put together, are guaranteed to work:

Tip # 1: You have to start at the beginning. Don’t just wash your hair with any old shampoo and conditioner; buy a good and proven anti-frizz or smoothing shampoo and conditioner. If your hair is frizzy, it is probably dry, so a moisturizing combo would be good as well.

Tip # 2: Smooth it down. After you’ve washed and conditioned your hair, put some smoothing cream on it while it is still wet. This cream should make your hair easier to style while you blow dry it, as well as making it smooth.

Tip # 3: You have to dry your hair right. Towel dry your hair until it is damp, then make sure you have the right kind of round brush. The longer your hair is, the bigger you brush should be, and the ones that work the best are ceramic brushes with boar bristles. Ceramic is great at capturing the heat from the blow dryer and this will dry your hair faster.

Tip # 4: Protect your hair. Most of us flat iron our hair after blow drying, and flat iron temperatures can reach up 205 degrees Fahrenheit. You can bake something in the oven at this temperature, so you really need to protect your hair before you flat iron it! Try a flat iron spray, and make sure you spray it evenly, paying special attention to the ends.

Tip # 5: Straighten you hair. When you choose a flat iron, don’t even think about going to a department store! Get your flat iron through your hair stylist or buy it at a beauty supply store. The flat irons in Walmart and other stores like it will not do the job at all, especially the ones that use steam!

Tip # 6: Keep the smooth look. Spray a little bit of hair spray over your hair, then run your fingers through it to keep the natural look. Make sure you don’t use hair spray that is too stiff though, or you’ll end up with hair that looks more straw-like than smooth and shiny.

St. Ives has always had some natural ingredients, but now they are even more natural. A lot of their products are advertised as soothing for the skin, and now you may notice that when you use St. Ives products, they should have even more soothing properties in them. This is due to the fact that they have eliminated a lot of harmful ingredients that are unfortunately found in a lot of skin care products.

St. Ives is now making their line of skin care products without parabens, which are a group of chemicals that is commonly used as a preservative in makeup and skin care products. Parabens and phtalates, which are also used in skin care items, can cause sensitive skin to become irritated and these common ingredients have also been linked to Rosacea, (a skin condition that causes redness and blotchiness in the face) and also breast cancer. St. Ives has made sure to give its ingredient list a complete overhaul to make sure that none of their products’ ingredients can bring any harm to their customers. This wise move will give St. Ives a bit of a leg up with their competitors, because a lot of skin care product companies are also removing harmful chemicals from their ingredient lists.

In addition to changing what is inside the bottle, St. Ives has made over their outside look as well. You will notice the next time you go to the store to buy some more St. Ives products that the packaging looks different. They have decided to “go green” and start producing more environmentally friendly products, and now they package their products with eco friendly and post consumer recycled materials whenever possible.

Another change that you may notice when you choose St. Ives products, is the information provided on the packaging. Before the makeover, St. Ives still gave out decent information about the product, but now the consumer gets even more. You will now be able to see what the inside product looks like from a product “smear” picture on the front of the container. They also have a new “benefit bar” on the front that will tell you what the product will do for your skin, as well as a picture of what fruit or major ingredient the product was made from. For example, the apricot scrub now has a picture of apricots on the front.

Recently Genny Lannucci, the PR manager for the popular clothing line, Laura, gave an interview to Elle magazine, and in that interview, she gave some great advice on how to get a thinner look from your clothes. Here are the 6 steps to looking slimmer in your clothing:

Step 1: Buy a good bra. A surprising number of women are not wearing the right size bra, and this mistake can make you look bigger than you are by allowing your chest to sag or showing rolls in the back. A bra that fits right should support the chest and fit snugly, not tightly, in the back.

Step 2: Avoid tight waistbands. Nowadays we see more and more people walking around with that “spare tire” look, but it can be avoided by wearing pants or skirts that actually fit the waist! Don’t wear clothes that are too tight, because you will not be able to avoid bulges around the waist.

Step 3: Invest in some camisoles. Wearing a camisole or a tank top underneath your shirt can give you a sleeker silhouette, and this always makes you look thinner. Try to avoid tight fitting, clingy undershirts though as these will only show your weight even more. Look for a camisole that has some bend to it; one that will loosely glide over your curves.

Step 4: Buy better fabric. A lot of clothing these days is made from cheap, flimsy fabric, and these kinds of materials will accentuate your weight, not your beauty! There are still a lot of stores that sell clothes made from good, denser material, and you should shop at these stores for clothes that will make you appear slimmer.

Step 5: Make sure it fits. Please do not follow the trend of wearing clothes that are too small for you! I don’t know how many times I have seen people wearing jeans or shirts or both that are way too small, and it makes them look a lot bigger than they actually are. I have no idea why this look is acceptable out there, but you will look a lot thinner and nicer with clothes that fit you right!

Step 6: Two words: Empire waist! These wonderful waists have been making women look slimmer for years. Buy tops and dresses with empire waists, because any body type is guaranteed to look slimmer in this type of waist.

It has just come out that Hard Candy has revamped their product line and has come out with 261 new or made over products that will be exclusively released in Walmart! Sephora is currently clearing out their Hard Candy inventory and will not be restocking the brand. Walmart really made a good move with this decision, because Hard Candy products are more known as a higher end line. With the economy as bad as it is however, a lot of higher end product buyers are now shopping at stores like Walmart to save some money. I guess Walmart is hoping to keep these kinds of shoppers by bringing the high end products to them.

Hard Candy is keeping some of the classics, such as the Fortune Teller Lip Gloss and the Eye Candy sliding compact, but they also have a lot of new products such as Walk the Line glitter eyeliner, Ginormous Lash volumizing mascara, Kal-eye-descope baked eye shadow duos, and much, much more.

Walmart is hoping to mainly target women between the ages of 18 to 35 – 40 years old with the new Hard Candy product line, and a spokesperson for Walmart says that the prices will be between $5 and $10, averaging around $7.

According to NuWorld Beauty, which is the developer of Hard Candy, the packaging and overall look of the products will not be changing. Hard Candy products will still look fun and edgy and will also still have the same brand presentation while on the shelves of Walmart. For those of you who think that Hard Candy will be completely different now that they are going to Walmart, you can rest a ease that your favorite brand of cosmetics isn’t changing one bit. (Except maybe the price!)

Some avid Walmart shoppers don’t want these kinds of changes to their favorite store, but the majority of the public is happy about the new product line. I’m not really sure why some people wouldn’t want Hard Candy to be available at Walmart (remember, these people don’t want it because they like Walmart, not Hard Candy!) but whatever their reasoning is, I am sure they will grow to love Hard Candy’s fun way of presenting cosmetics as much as I do!

Pliatrol is an anti-wrinkle product that was created to dramatically better the look of older skin.

The website for Pliatrol is nice looking and user-friendly. Sadly it doesn’t have much information about the product; most of the space on the page is reserved for ordering and getting a free trial sample. The makers of Pliatrol state it’s the #1 Botox alternative as well as give a diagram designed to show how it performed in studies; although no specifics are given as to where exactly the study occurred, how many individuals it was tested on, or exactly how long it took to get the results.

There are a few client result photos that show the differences that were made after using Pliatrol for three weeks. The photos have probably been altered since they are “dramatizations”. The makers of Pliatrol do not offer a FAQ section, and there is no useful information about how the Pliatrol formula works on the skin to get the promised results.

Pliatrol, which usually is priced at $99.99, is offered with a fourteen day free trial that if not canceled promptly, means the customer becomes automatically enrolled in a auto-shipping program, thus they are sent product as well as billed for the product every single month. Many customers have stated on independent consumer sites that they have discovered the contract very difficult to terminate or have been billed for but have not received the product yet.

Pliatrol - Product Description

There is little or no useful information offered regarding the ingredients comprising the Pliatrol formula. They don’t even say if Pliatrol comes as a serum, a gel, or a cream nor is there a recommendation on how often it should be applied for maximum results. The wrinkle density appearance is lowered by Pliatrol by thirty five percent and the depth of the wrinkle by twenty five percent, as shown by the ’studies’. The majority of anti-aging creams which achieve this will have a collagen enhancing ingredient that ‘plumps’ the skin and evens out wrinkles. Reservatol, which is a red wine ingredient that reverses aging signs might also be included. Many times a micro-sphere technology will deliver the ingredients to the skin which enables faster and more effective absorption. The only thing that is known about Pliatrol is that its contents are ‘anti-oxidants’, containing green tea, blueberries, and acai berry.

Pliatrol - Advantage

• Pliatrol provides a two week free trial.
• This website gives customer testimonials.
• Pliatrol could have several anti-oxidant ingredients in it.
• Pliatrol is intended to be an alternative to cosmetic injections and surgery.

Pliatrol – Drawbacks

• The ingredients are not disclosed.
• There are not any clinical studies references provided.
• The demonstration photographs are ’simulations’.
• There is not a Frequents Asked Questions section.
• Pliatrol costs a lot of money.
• There have been numerous problems reported about the company that makes Pliatrol.
• There is no information supplied concerning the application of the product.
• Pliatrol improbably alleges it will work ‘in seconds’.

Pliatrol - The Bottomline

Pliatrol cannot be recommended to prevent aging, after reviewing all of the available information. In addition, frequent Oprah Winfrey Show guest, Dr. Mehmet Oz does not recommend purchasing it.

How can a company expect us to pay nearly $100 for its product, but won’t tell us what’s in it? Either they are extremely unrealistic or they know they are selling something that is not what they represent it to be.

1. Too much foundation – Remember the old saying, “less is more?” Well, it is true for foundation. Women who wear caked on foundation tend to look older than they are, and you only need a light layer. You can even get away with a tinted moisturizer, which will keep your skin looking fresh and young.
2. Wrong spot for blush – a lot of women apply blush to the apple of their cheeks, but this only draws more attention to any sagging skin. Instead, you want to put blush on the cheekbones, sweeping the brush upwards, away from your nose.
3. Too much glitter – shimmery eye shadow has its place, but that place is not the corners of your eyes! Put it on the inside of your eyelids, and on the brow bone, where it won’t show up every fine line in your face.
4. Too much cover up – We all like to cover up our dark circles, scars and wrinkles, but the older you get, the less cover up does for you. When you put concealer under your eyes, keep it as light as possible, and avoid covering you face with powder, because it actually brings out your fine lines instead of hiding them.
5. Too much mascara and eyeliner – (I am noticing a trend here, with “too much” of everything!) Putting mascara and eyeliner on your lower eyelashes and eyelids will make your dark circles and crow’s feet pop out more! Only apply these to your upper lashes and lids for a younger look. Eyelash curlers work great to improve the look of your eyes as well.
6. Run-on lip color – When we get older, the line of our lips tends to fade away, which can cause lipstick to run or feather. If you apply a clear lip liner to your lip line, this should stop all further leaks!
7. Too much dark lip color – When your lips are thinning, those dark, metallic or bright colors will make you look older than you really are. Try to stick with colors that are more neutral, like rose shades. If you actually stop wearing lipstick altogether, and buy a sheer gloss instead, this can make you look even younger.
8. And the eighth beauty mistake that women make, is not aging gracefully. Don’t worry about looking younger, and you will! Women who walk around dressed like teenagers, with tons of makeup on aren’t fooling anybody, and the way they act and dress usually makes them look foolish and older. Act your age, think young, and don’t worry about what others think about you.

First of all, you need to throw out your brushes. Yes, you heard me right! Most of us don’t have the patience to work a comb through out hair, but we need to learn patience in this area! Even the most gentlest of brushes cause damaging breaks in your hair, and will result in more split ends. When you comb your hair, do it with a medium tooth comb, and start from the bottom up. Depending on how thick or curly your hair is, this may take a while, but the end result will be a healthier, stronger head of hair.

The second thing you can do to take care of your hair is stop washing it every day. I know this sounds a bit iffy, but if you ask any hair stylist, they will tell you the same thing. When you wash your hair every day, it depletes the natural oils in your hair, and makes it dependent on the daily shampoo. I recommend washing it no more than twice a week. Personally, I usually go a week to 10 days, and my hair never gets greasy any sooner than this; even when I handle it a lot. Hair stylists continually comment on how healthy my hair is and they always tell me I’m doing the right thing when I let them know how often I wash my hair.

Start spending money on the right products. For years I bought my hair care products at Walmart, and each bottle would only last me a little while. Then I discovered beauty supply stores, and I haven’t bought any hair products at Walmart since! Salon products cost a lot more than the department store stuff, but it lasts a lot longer because you only need a dime sized amount, no matter how much hair you have. I have products that I’ve been using for the last 8 years, ad they are still going strong. Also, some people think that the shampoo and conditioner they use is not important, but hair experts say that it is more important to splurge on those 2 things before you buy your hair styling products.

The fourth thing you need to do is buy some protective spray for your hair if you blow dry or flat iron is often. Chi flat iron spray is the best brand out there and it will help to protect your hair from the damage caused by the intense, high heat that we put our hair through on a daily basis.

When you hear skin care, you may immediately think about dermatologists, toners and expensive moisturizers, exfoliaters and cleansers, but skin care can be very simple. You don’t have spend hundreds of dollars on skin care products when you can actually find what you need at your local grocery store for under 10 dollars. These products aren’t special either – they are everyday things that we never think about when we hear about skin care.

The number one skin care mistake that Doctor Theresa talked about on ABC News is not wearing sun screen. She did say that this was more a problem for men, because they don’t really like to put things on their faces, and women get sunscreen from most of the makeup they wear. However, women should still put on sunscreen before their makeup, because the little amount in makeup isn’t as beneficial as using sunscreen as a moisturizer. Sunscreen does quite a bit for your skin. It is known to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun, but it also contains some rich moisturizing qualities that are great for your skin. Sunscreen has also been linked to anti aging due to the fact that the sun gives wrinkles and sunscreen protects you from that. Also, sunscreen has many healthy ingredients in it that make your skin very healthy.

The second mistake reported on ABC news was the use of harsh soaps. I don’t know how many times my mother sent me into the bathroom when I was a child, to wash my hands – really wash them, as she put it! She believed that nothing cleaned better than the hard core bar soaps, like most of us do. If you were handed a foamy cleanser and a bar of soap, which one would you say was the better cleaner? Probably the bar soap. However, both clean the same! The difference between them is the way they leave your skin feeling after washing. Bar soaps are usually harsh on the skin, leaving it feeling dry and irritated. If you wash with a moisturizing cleanser, you will be just as clean, but your skin will thank you.

The third mistake the doctor talked about was spending too much money on skin care products. We tend to think that the more you spend, the better the product, and this is true for some things, but not for skin care products. Sunscreen and moisturizing cleansers can be found at your local grocery or department store for less than $10 each. If you find them on sale, you can probably buy them both for under $10!

The newest procedure of the 3 is called Thread Lift, and it takes about an hour to complete. The patient does not need to go under the knife for this face lift like procedure, and it is not too painful to endure. When someone gets this procedure done, tiny strings are inserted underneath the facial skin and they act as pulleys, pulling the skin on the face tighter. These strings actually stay inside of the person’s skin, making it easy to repeat the procedure when the skin falls again. Dr. Grossman recommends this method for patients who want to tighten up their neck or fix any jowling problems.

The second top anti aging technique is fat transfer. This one may not sound very appetizing, but many people have done it and are satisfied with the results. Recent studies have shown that instead of always pulling skin up for anti aging, it might work better to fill the sagging or sinking skin instead. This is what a fat transfer does. They take fat out of some place in your body where you don’t want it, and inject it into the problem area. This is a good procedure because the injections don’t have all sorts of foreign materials in them – you are just getting what your body already has in the first place!

Hylaform is the third technique for anti aging that was discussed on Oprah. Hylaform is also a filler, and it is made from hylanic acid. This stuff is usually injected into areas such as the lips, nose and wrinkled areas of the face. When you get older, your lips tend to get thinner and sometimes your nose can develop what is called labial folds, and Hylaform can plump up these areas and make you look younger.

You can get these 3 procedures done at a plastic surgeon’s office, and they can be pretty expensive. If you can’t afford to get these things done, you may want to try a product called Intensive Rebuilding Moisturizer. It acts as a filler as well, but it costs less that the injections and surgical procedures.

Ladies, before you put on anymore makeup, let me tell you about Bare Minerals. This makeup is an all natural mineral based makeup that is actually good for your skin. You may have heard about mineral makeup before, but Bare Minerals was actually at the “foundation” of mineral makeup. (Pun intended!) I’m sure you have all seen people with that caked on makeup look, and maybe you’ve even had that look as well, sometimes without much makeup on at all. Bare Minerals makeup is very light, and moat people actually forget that they are wearing makeup at all.

Mineral based makeup is also much healthier for your skin than regular makeup. Dermatologists love this type of makeup, and some even say that you can “sleep on it!” That is rare quality in a makeup, because most would clog your pores and not allow your skin to breathe if you never took it off, but Bare Minerals is so healthy for your skin that it helps to leave it on. Unlike a lot of other makeup, it will never dry out your skin or give you pimples if you leave it on too long.

I know people who wear Bare Minerals, and many of them used to wear foundation, blush and eye shadow.. Now they only have to use foundation. The Bare Minerals foundation cover everything equally and makes your skin look good enough to eliminate all your other makeup. It has sunscreen in it as well, which is one of the reasons it is so good for your skin, but even with the sunscreen, it is still completely weightless.

Bare Minerals is made from100% pure minerals and it is free of preservatives, fragrances and oils, and it contains nothing that can irritate the skin. I can highly recommend this new makeup because I have seen it work on so many people. I have yet to hear a complaint about it, and I honestly don’t think I ever will! You can find Bare Minerals makeup at bareminerals.com or your local American drugstore should have it. For all of the Canadian readers, unfortunately it is not sold in Canada yet, so you will have to buy it from the website. (Ebay is always an option too!)

Sunscreen is a big seller now, and studies are being done all the time on the benefits of sunscreen. This product has come a long way in the past few years, as sunscreen producers are constantly altering their products to comply with the new standards being brought about by researchers. Sunscreen used to be just an agent for blocking the sun, and that was the only thing that was ever advertised about it. However, recent studies have found that sunscreen can do a whole lot more for your skin than just protect your skin for the sun!

Sunscreen is used as the base of most makeup items these days because of the anti aging and moisturizing properties in possesses. People who wear sunscreen every day, no matter what the season or weather, get the benefits of less wrinkles, tighter, smoother skin and younger looking skin. Sunscreen makers are now putting more of these good things in their products to make them more beneficial to our skin.

When you are putting it on to block the sun, you usually put it on every part of your body that will be exposed to the sun, but when people put it on for basic skin care reasons, they tend to only apply it to the facial area. It is great to regularly wear sunscreen on your face, but the rest of your body is missing out! Sunscreen is good for the whole body, and while the face is the most important part to apply sunscreen, don’t forget about the rest of your body. You don’t have to put it on your body as often as you do your face, but apply it at least a few times a week. You should be putting it on your face daily.

Sunscreen will protect you from skin cancer, painful sunburns, wrinkles, old looking skin, dry and irritated skin, and it will leave your body feeling smooth and moisturized. There are many brands to choose from, and when your favorite goes on sale, stock up, because at regular price, some brands can be a little costly. If you prefer to buy natural sunscreen, it will cost even more, and it doesn’t last as long as the regular stuff. You will have to apply it more often and especially after getting wet, because natural sunscreen is not waterproof. It will still give you the benefits mentioned above however, and if you can afford it, by all means, go natural.

With all of the positive information we keep on receiving about sunscreen, most of us do not do any research of our own before we pick it up at the store. We assume that it is all good, and that all brands are equal, but a recent study has shown this to be untrue. The study was performed by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and the results of their sunscreen research prove that not all sunscreen was created equal. Actually, some brands are not as effective at blocking the sun as they claim to be, and some even have chemicals in them that can be harmful to the skin.

The report they gave out on sunscreen is labeled as the “EWG 2009 Sunscreen Guide, and it contains pertinent information that consumers need to hear before they go to the store to pick up their next bottle of sunscreen. The EWG tested over 1500 different sunscreens and other products that claimed to have sunscreen in them. They only tested products that had an SPF of 15 or over. Some of the products that passed their standards include:

• Badger Sunscreen – SPF 30
• California Baby Sunscreen Lotion No Fragrance – SPF 30+
• Kabana Skin Care Green Screen Organic Sunscreen – SPF 22
• Badger Lip Balm – SPF 15
• Rx Suncare Lip Balm Sunblock – SPF 45
• Lotus Moon Sage Sun Protective Crème – SPF 25
• Sun Science Organic Daily Wear – SPF 30
• Devita International Daily Solar Protective Moisturizer – SPF 30

These are just a few of the items that made the list. Some surprisingly leading and popular brand names did not make the safe list, according to the Environmental Working Group, and some of these names include:

• Coppertone
• Neutragena
• Huggies

Apparently, only 5 percent of sunscreen products met their criteria of what a sunscreen should and shouldn’t be providing, but they did say that UVA protection was up by 41 percent and that the amount of harmful substances has decreased since last year’s research. Some people did not like the EWG’s 2009 sunscreen report, but others have found it enlightening and helpful. Hopefully this report will open up some eyes and help sunscreen makers to develop better, safer and more advanced products. Sunscreen can be very healthy for your skin, but make sure you buy the right brand. Take a look at that EWG report before you make any further sunscreen purchases.

One common myth about spider and varicose vein is that you get them from crossing your legs all the time. This cannot be true, because there are a lot of people who cross their legs who do not have spider veins. The condition can only come from heredity, or if you have a job that requires you to stand for long periods of time. Another myth about spider and varicose veins is that they are caused by weight gain. Actually, the reverse is true – when you lose weight, it can bring out what was hiding underneath the fat, and spider veins appear more visible. One more myth concerning spider veins that some people believe is that certain vitamin supplements can get rid of them. Unfortunately, this has been proven to be a myth over and over again.

The biggest myth believed about cellulite is that liposuction is able to remove it all forever. Liposuction can only remove fat that is near the bones – the type of fat that the body can burn off. Cellulite rests just underneath the skin’s layers, where it is impossible for the body to burn and also impossible to reach with liposuction. According to Dr. Weiss, liposuction can actually make the appearance of cellulite look even worse than it was before the liposuction! Some plastic surgeons will go ahead and do the procedure without telling you that it won’t work. Hopefully your surgeon has a conscience and won’t just take your money like that.

When you go to get a pedicure, most pedicurists will do the same routine, including pushing back the cuticles on the toes. This is actually a bad thing to do, and it is one of the myths about pedicures. Pushing the cuticles back can damage the nail and cause infection. One of the hazards that can come from getting a pedicure outside of your own home is the risk of fungus and other infections due to unsterilized pedicure tools. Every salon says that all of their tools are cleaned and sterilized, but you have to take their word for it. No one ever sees the cleaning process; they usually do it in a separate room anyways. The best way to get around this health risk is to invest in some pedicure instruments of your own. No pedicurist should be offended by someone requesting to have the pedicure done with their own tools, and it is the best and safest way to get a pedicure.

Anti aging creams aren’t usually on the cheap side, and many of us want to see results fast, so it is doubly important not to waste time and money on an anti aging product that doesn’t’ work very well. The first thing you should look at is the research that has gone into the product before it hit the shelves. Were the scientists thorough in their research? How many clinical studies were done on the cream? Do you know anyone who has already tried the product? Word of mouth is the best way to know whether or not a product works, and if you know the person well, you should be able to see results in their skin before you buy the anti aging cream.

Another thing to look closely at is who did the research on the product. Some websites will go on and on about this study or that research without actually telling you anything about the scientists who conducted the studies or where the research was done. You want to look for legitimate information that will prove to you that there was, in fact, extensive research done on the anti aging cream before they started selling it.

Some stores will have testers of certain products so you can give them a little test drive before buying them. Now, I’m not suggesting running in every day and trying it for a week before you buy it! There actually is no law against doing that – if the store has a tester out, anyone can go in and use it, but you may get some dirty looks from the staff who will certainly recognize you! (I suppose you could wear a different disguise every day…) Instead of creating some very awkward situations for yourself, I suggest testing only once or twice. If the store is on your way to work, go in on your way there and again on your way home one day and make sure to closely scrutinize your face at the end of the day. Do you feel or see any difference at all? This test can be an unfair one, because a lot of these products say you need to use it at least 2 weeks to see any results. However, if you find one that gives any results, big or small in one day, buy that one!

“You have not because you ask not.” This is a famous quote, and we should really listen to it more often. Ask the store manager if you can have a week’s worth of cream to try out before you buy it. If you get a negative answer, don’t sweat it – it’s just the word no, and you may be surprised at how often you will receive a yes.

Chemotherapy has gone further than cancer fighting, and now scientists have taken one of the chemo drugs, fluorouracil, and put it into a special skin cream meant to heal precancerous lesions that are caused by sun damage. The cream has worked out great for many patients, and a lot of them actually reported some extra results. Many people on this medicated skin cream said that their skin was feeling smoother, tighter and they noticed less wrinkles after using the cream for a few days.

Talk about breaking news – and it was discovered by accident! Finally, something other than plastic surgery that really works to smooth out those wrinkles. When enough people reported these results, scientists decided to do some research on the cream, and a recent study has shown that skin cream with fluorouracil really does work wonders for wrinkles.

The study was only done with 21 people who needed the treatment for sun damage, and they all reported that the cream was uncomfortable at first, but in the end, they though that it was worth it. A couple of people described some stronger side effects, but the majority of the patients said that they liked the treatment so much that they would be willing to pay for it themselves. The people in the study were literally followed for 6 months, and had to have regular skin biopsies, dermatologist checkups and close up facial photographs during the time the study was running. The results, both the skin healing and the anti aging results were good enough to report to the public

Fluorouracil cream is a lot less expensive than laser treatment, although, scientists say that it may not be as effective as the laser treatments. Right now, if you want to use this cream, you have to be a pre cancer patient with sun damage, but it won’t be too long before researchers and anti aging product makers come out with fluorouracil cream (or injection!) that is safe and affordable for regular consumers. When there is a money making opportunity like this one, it will not be too long before someone takes advantage of it! Those of you who don’t want to go under the knife and are tired of using anti aging creams that don’t work, wait patiently, and soon you will have the chance to buy an anti aging product that does what it claims to do.

Water is the most crucial element in our daily lives. We simply cannot live without it. It has an incredible range of health benefits, including the fact that it is the greatest natural implement for detoxification we can use. Proper hydration can improve overall health and cause a better complexion, increased immunity, more efficient digestion, fewer aches and pains, boost in weight loss, fight cellulite, and increase your energy for healthy activities like exercise.

Bodily effects

Hydrating your body with water boosts kidney, liver, skin, and colon functioning. These are your main detoxification organs necessary in the elimination of toxins. Water also increases metabolism, which also improves toxin and fat excretion. Specific functions of water in our bodies include:

• Dilution of toxins and wastes for easier elimination from the body
• Maintenance of a regular body temperature
• Lubricating joints for smother functioning
• Circulation of necessary nutrients, hormones, and minerals through the body
• Provides protection for the brain by maintaining cerebral fluid levels
• Maintains spinal cord fluid to protect it from damage

Dangers of dehydration

As water eliminates toxins from your body through perspiration, exhalation, urination, and bowel movements, it is important to replenish the lost fluids. If your bodily is not properly hydrated, your cells will take the water they need to function directly from your bloodstream, which causes an increase in blood pressure and a greater burden on your heart. Your kidneys will also be inhibited from efficiently cleaning your blood, passing the detoxification duties to your livers and other organs, which may overload them. Some minor health problems due to dehydration include:

• Constipation
• Dry and/or itchy skin
• Acne
• Increased chance for nosebleeds
• Greater occurrence of urinary tract infections
• Respiratory problems like sneezing, coughing, and sinus conditions
• Headaches

Losing as little as 2% of your body weight in fluids is enough to have a negative effect on your body, including:

• Tiredness
• Slow thinking
• Slower immune response
• Weakness

How much water should I drink?

There are varying theories on the right amount of water that should be consumed daily. Your specific consumption depends on the climate you live in, how much you exercise, your state of health and the presence of underlying medical conditions, your age, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Generally, it is advised to drink at least 2 liters of water a day. If you aren’t thirsty, feel well, and produce a colorless or light yellow urine in normal quantities, then you are probably drinking enough.

Are there other ways to meet my daily water needs?

Actually, foods can make up to 20% of your total water intake. Certain fruits and vegetables are not only healthy sources of nutrients, but also contain large amounts of water. For example, oranges are 87% water, cucumbers are 95%, and watermelons and tomatoes are 90%-100% water by weight. Other liquids, like fruit juices and milk, also have large quantities of water.

What is it?

Basically, mineral makeup refers to products that contain finely powdered minerals. Usually, they avoid the use of chemicals, dyes, perfumes, and preservatives that are commonly found in traditional makeup. It can range vastly in price, from under $10 to well over $50 per item.

The benefits

Fans of mineral makeup claim it creates a light, natural, long-lasting look while improving skin health. They say that its purity makes it the best choice for people with sensitive or problem skin. Mineral makeup is usually non-comedogenic, which means that it doesn’t cause clogged pores, the main cause of acne outbreaks.

Many dermatologists have reported that mineral makeup is a better choice for sensitive skin because it avoids common skin irritants like dyes, perfumes, binding agents, and chemical preservatives. Furthermore, some minerals included in this type of makeup, specifically titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, have anti-inflammatory effects on the skin, which is especially beneficial for people with skin problems like acne or rosacea. Also, mineral makeup is purported to be bacteria resistant, which helps avoid skin infection and irritation.

Mineral makeup manufacturers claim that it improves skin appearance because it does not settle into lines and wrinkles while simultaneously using the natural luminosity of minerals to reflect light from the skin, hiding signs of age and causing a natural glow.

Most mineral makeup offers some level of natural sun protection due to the inclusion of ingredients like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.

The drawbacks

Critics of mineral makeup claim it causes excessive drying and can irritate the skin while actually highlighting wrinkles and other skin problems.

Many dermatologists and chemists think that the popularity of mineral makeup is just a craze created by very effective marketing. They say that in addition to the lack of scientific proof to support claims of purity and other benefits, many of the celebrated ingredients in mineral makeup have been used in traditional makeup for years.

Also, many experts dispute the claim professed by many producers of mineral makeup that it is so pure you can sleep in it. They say it is never recommended to sleep with any kind of makeup on your skin, or anything but proper emollients, to allow your skin to breath and avoid clogged pores.

While the ingredients in mineral makeup can provide some sun protection, it is advised that you always use an additional sunscreen to protect your skin.

Another major problem with mineral makeup is that there is very little regulation in controlling the ability for companies to use the term on their products. Which means that anything containing minerals can be sold as a mineral makeup, even though it may contain unhealthy chemical ingredients. Even some minerals can be problematic as well, like bismuth oxycholoride, which is a pearly mineral used to add a glow to some mineral makeup. However, bismuth oxychloride is a byproduct of lead and copper processing and has been shown to irritate the skin, causing itching, rashes, and acne.

Lastly, some mineral makeup includes the use of nanoparticles, which they claim offer more subtle effects. However, some research shows that the dramatic reduction in size of minerals like zinc and titanium may cause them to become toxic.

What does food have to do with it?

What you eat on a daily basis provides your body the nutrients required to repair and grow new cells. A foundation of good nutrition helps the production and regeneration of all bodily tissue, including your skin, nails, and hair.

Your hair grows, on average, between one-quarter to one-half an inch each month. This growth is dependent on the proper nutrients and a healthy scalp. There are many foods that provide these necessary elements, as well as some that are directly harmful.

What foods are best?

The following foods are some of the most recommended for optimal hair health:

• Salmon – full of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to improve scalp health. Lack of these may cause dryness, which can lead to dandruff or dull looking hair. Salmon also has a lot of protein, which is very important for hair growth, as well as vitamin B-12 and iron.
• Flaxseed oil – also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and a good option for vegetarians.
• Dark green leafy vegetables – have tons of iron, and also calcium, another hair healthy mineral. This type of food, which includes vegetables spinach, broccoli, and chard, is a wonderful source of vitamin A and vitamin C. These two vitamins are essential for the production of sebum, which is the oil your hair follicles release to moisturize and protect your hair.
• Legumes – like lentils and beans, are packed with protein to encourage growth, and enriched with iron, zinc, and biotin. These minerals have all been linked to healthier hair.
• Nuts – brazil nuts are one of the best natural sources of selenium, which is another critical component in scalp health. Many nuts contain omega-3 fatty acids as well. Walnuts, cashews, pecans, and almonds also have large amounts of zinc, which helps prevent hair loss.
• Poultry – provides the protein necessary for hair growth, healthy texture, and color. It is also a great bioavailable (easily absorbed) source of iron.
• Eggs – another great protein source, and rich in vitamin B-12 and biotin.
• Whole grains – full of zinc, iron, and B vitamins.
• Oysters – chock full of zinc.
• Low fat dairy – is rich in calcium, another mineral crucial to your hair growth. Dairy products also provide excellent protein sources with whey and casein.
• Carrots – a great source of vitamin A, which helps keep your scalp healthy.

What should I avoid?

If you eat a healthy, balanced diet, you should be getting all the nutrients you need for healthy hair. However, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

• Some people take large amounts of vitamin A in supplement form. Excessive vitamin A consumption has been linked to hair loss.
• Some strict diets can lead to deficiencies in many of the vitamins and minerals you need for healthy hair and can thus lead to a decrease in the rate of hair growth, an unhealthy and dull hair appearance, and even hair loss.
• Smoking and consuming alcohol and caffeine can inhibit the absorption of many vital nutrients, thus causing your hair to have a less healthy appearance.

Increased circulation

Exercise gets your heart pounding, which boosts your circulation. This causes nutrients to be delivered more rapidly to your skin cells and also speeds up the elimination of toxins. In this way, exercise not only protects your skin from damaging toxins, but also actively promotes its growth and overall health through increased efficiency of nutrient delivery. Furthermore, better circulation can cause your skin to have a healthy glow.

Collagen production

Studies have shown that exercise increases collagen production. Collagen is a fibrous connective tissue in your skin that helps keep it smooth and wrinkle free. As we get older, the collagen producing cells in our body, called fibroblasts, diminish. This causes skin to lose firmness, elasticity, moisture, and leads to wrinkles. Exercise delivers the oxygen needed for optimal collagen production in your skin cells. Also, exercise has been shown to fight the stress hormones that trigger enzymes that can break down collagen.

Alleviating acne

In addition to its detoxifying effects, which help prevent acne, exercise has been shown to counter the production of testosterone related hormones like DHEA and DHT that provoke acne outbreaks. Furthermore, exercise lowers stress, which can cause your body to release hormones that cause acne. Exercise can also unclog your pores, which will help clear up your skin and prevent future breakouts. Also, exercise lowers the levels of insulin, cortisol, and other hormones that can cause inflammation, which aggravates acne.

Sweat it out

Exercise also promotes the direct elimination of toxins through the skin. Along with the colon, the skin is a major player in the detoxification of your body. When you exercise, you sweat out toxins through your pores, cleansing your body, and your skin. Getting rid of toxins that actively attack your skin, like environmental toxins such as air pollution and cigarette smoke, helps keep it looking fresh and youthful.

Cellulite

While exercise can help you lose weight, it is also very effective at fighting unsightly cellulite, the lumpy fat found on the buttocks, backs of legs, and upper arms. It is thought that cellulite forms when connective tissue is pulled tighter, which creates pockets of fat. Exercise tones muscle, burns fat, and stretches the skin and connective tissue, which helps break up cellulite.

A yoga face-lift

Many yoga practitioners promote the practice of inversions and certain movements that stretch the facial muscles and increase blood supply to the facial skin. These movements help tone the face as well as provide the nutrients your facial skin needs to keep healthy.

Relax your wrinkles

Another benefit of exercise is relaxation. When you exercise, your entire body relaxes, including your facial muscles. When you hold less tension, you are less likely to make expressions like furrowing your brow that can cause wrinkles. Also, your more relaxed muscles will be more fluid and pliable, which can help prevent wrinkles.

Remember to hydrate

Always make sure to be properly hydrated before exercise and to re-hydrate yourself after exercise. Water intake can increase the blood flow to your skin, which adds to the toxin eliminating aspects of exercise.

What are the symptoms?

Eczema is an equal opportunity skin disorder, affecting both men and women and all ethnicities equally. The most common signs of eczema are itchy patches of irritated skin.

Eczema can also cause the skin to become very dry, even to the point of cracking and bleeding. It makes your skin look red, inflamed, and even causes it to thicken in some cases. Occasionally, eczema can cause small oozing blisters.

Where does eczema form?

The areas of the body most susceptible to eczema are the insides of the wrists, crooks of elbows, backs of knees, and around the neck. However, eczema can appear pretty much anywhere on the body.

What causes eczema?

As mentioned above, there are different types of eczema. The causes of contact eczema are relatively straightforward since is it a simple skin reaction to an external factor. Usually, the patient can determine the cause by a process of elimination.

Atopic eczema is a little trickier. It seems to be caused by a combination of genetics and environment. Those with a family history of eczema are advised to be extra vigilant and aware of their daily activities in order to prevent or identify a flare-up.

Non-genetic factors that have been linked to eczema include stressful events or illness, dry skin, hormonal fluctuations, pollution, dust mites, mold, pollen, animal fur or dander, weather changes, and harsh soaps or detergents.

One of the more controversial environmental causes of eczema is diet. There are experts who claim that diet does not influence eczema, and others who believe that it can cause outbreaks. In any case, it is probably advisable for eczema sufferers to monitor their diets to discover if any particular foods seem to make their symptoms worse. Some of the major culprits studies have found include milk, nuts, eggs, soy, wheat, and certain types of fish.

What are the treatments?

In addition to eliminating possible triggers, the best way to treat eczema is to moisturize your skin thoroughly. Also, avoid scratching, and don’t wear synthetic clothing.

A dermatologist may prescribe the following medications for more severe cases of eczema:

• Topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
• Antihistamines to ease itchiness
• Antiseptic treatments to prevent or treat infection
• Oral antibiotics in the case of skin or systemic infections from open sores caused by cracking or excessive scratching
• Immunosuppressant medications have been shown to inhibit bodily responses to allergens, and thus may be helpful

Alternative treatments that may be beneficial are:

• Evening primrose oil or cod liver oil
• Tea tree oil applied topically to affected skin
• Zinc supplements
• Chinese herbal medicine, with caution

What is cellulite?

In the medical and beauty industries, cellulite has a somewhat controversial profile, with debates raging on its definition and the methods to combat it. In appearance, cellulite is the puckered, bumpy flesh usually found on the backs of legs, buttocks, and upper arms.

According to most health professionals, there isn’t a mystery about the nature of cellulite. They say it is basically just bulging fat cells underneath your skin. However, for many, there still exists a debate as to why it is impossible to eliminate completely. Many believe that poor blood and lymph circulation causes the retention of fluids and toxins, which then leads to the swelling of fat cells underneath the skin. Other theories state that aging causes skin to weaken and lose elasticity, thus lowering its ability to form a smooth surface over fat.

Insulin levels

Insulin is directly related to fat storage in the body. Higher levels of insulin in the blood can lead to an increase in the amount of fat your body stores. You may regulate your insulin levels by cutting down on simple carbohydrates like pastries, cookies, sodas, and other sugary foods. Instead, incorporate more complex carbohydrates into your diet, which are digested more slowly and thus provide a more stable form of energy, regulating your insulin levels and lowering the rate at which you store fat.

Collagen deterioration

Collagen is an important connective tissue in your skin. Many experts think that the breakdown of collagen, which happens naturally as we age, can weaken the skin and lead to increased appearance of cellulite.

As most women know, estrogen is one of the main hormones guilty of causing cellulite. However, estrogen also plays a major role in collagen deterioration. Thus, it is recommended to eat foods that help slow the production of unnecessary estrogen in the body. Certain whole grains, bok choy, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and some legumes cause specific enzymes in the liver to slow estrogen production. This will lower the breakdown of collagen and lead to stronger skin to more tightly contain fat cells.

Hydration

You should drink at least two liters of water each day. Water is crucial to detoxifying the body and aiding in the elimination of waste matters, including the fat that can become cellulite.

Foods to avoid

In addition to sugary and generally unhealthy foods, there are a few more things you should avoid to reduce cellulite:

• Salt can heighten the appearance of cellulite as it may lead to fluid retention. Avoid salty foods and use salt sparingly when you dine.
• Caffeine not only dehydrates the body, inhibiting the excretion of toxins and fat, but also impairs circulation and lymph flow, all of which may influence cellulite.

Supplements

Certain supplements may help fight cellulite. As with any herbal remedies, it is advised that you use them with caution:

• Blue Green Algae
• Gotu Kola
• Hydroxycitric acid (HCA)
• Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
• Gingko biloba improves circulation.
• Horse chestnut lowers water retention and increases circulation.
• Horsetail (along with gotu kola) strengthens connective tissue to help control the appearance of cellulite.
• Vitamin C and bioflavonoids contribute to the growth and protection of collagen.
• Acidophilus improves digestive function and thus the efficiency of waste excretion.

What causes bruises?

You develop a bruise when an impact against your skin causes small capillaries under your skin to break and release blood into the surrounding tissue. This causes a blue mark that gradually fades through different shades of blue, brown, and yellow until it disappears. This happens as a result of the re-absorption of the released blood by the tissues.

I bruise very easily, what does this mean?

For some people, a slight brush against a hard object can cause a bruise. Often this is simply due to differences in age or genetic makeup causing varying levels of circulation, blood pressure, and skin thickness and strength. Menstruation and smoking can also contribute to bruising easily. However, sometimes bruising easily may be a symptom of an underlying health problem or nutritional deficiency, especially of iron.

What can I eat to help?

Research suggests that the following nutrients may prevent bruising, lessen intensity of bruises, and help bruises heal faster (especially when applied topically):

• Bioflavonoids – help strengthen capillaries, which prevents them from breaking and bleeding during an injury. They also have anti-inflammatory properties that help in healing. Citrus fruits, green peppers, buckwheat, and broccoli are good sources.
• Vitamin C – helps the absorption of bioflavonoids, helps in healing and immune response. May also boost collagen production, which strengthens your skin, helping to prevent bruises. Vitamin C topical crèmes have also shown promise in treating bruises.
• Vitamin K – promotes blood clotting, and thus helps prevent bruising. It also bolsters the walls of blood vessels. A topical vitamin K crème has shown effectiveness in speeding the healing of bruises. Good sources include cauliflower, leafy greens, and alfalfa sprouts.
• Zinc – although the exact process isn’t clear, zinc seems to help with bruise healing. It is an important antioxidant, very beneficial for the skin as a whole, and supports the immune systems. These functions most likely relate to its bruise fighting abilities.
• Iron – an integral mineral for a healthy cardiovascular system. Iron deficiencies due to poor diet or menstruation can cause increased chances of bruising.

It is recommended that you avoid anything that thins your blood, as this will increase the amount of blood released by the broken capillaries at the site of a bruise, and thus increase the size and intensity of the discoloration. Common blood thinners include NSAIDs like aspirin and ibuprofen.

Additionally, it is recommend that you lead a healthy lifestyle including adequate and regular sleep habits, a varied and healthy diet, and exercise. Sleep is especially important in allowing your body the chance to repair itself. Exercise increases your circulation, which speeds up the delivery of the nutrients your body needs to repair the bruise and the breakdown and re-absorption of the blood causing the discoloration.

What are these dark circles under my eyes?

The skin around the eyes is very thin and fragile. Dark circles appear when the blood in your capillaries close to the surface of your skin underneath your eyes becomes visible.

What causes them?

Here is where the experts disagree. Some recent research suggests that dark circles under the eyes occur due to a process very similar to bruising. The fine network of capillaries underneath your eyes may leak blood, which causes a reaction within your body to clean it up. The blood is oxidized, causing the dark blue/red coloring. In this way, the process is exactly like a bruise, except without the initial impact. Aside from these new studies, the standard view is that dark circles are caused by a combination of factors including:

• Genetics – yes, you are more likely to develop dark circles if other people in your family have them as well. The thinness and transparency of your skin also plays a role, which can be inherited.
• Sun – tanning makes the skin under your eye darker, which then exaggerates the dark circles.
• Allergies – anything that irritates the eye may cause rubbing, which can lead to more blood being released under your skin, darkening your circles. Some research suggests that hay fever and food allergies can cause dark circles independently.
• Medicines – certain medications may cause your blood vessels to widen, which will increase blood flow and darken the circles.
• Diet – poor nutrition has been linked to dark circles.
• Poor sleep habits – lack of sleep, poor quality sleep, or irregular sleep has been linked to the development of dark circles, perhaps by inhibiting the body’s reaction time or causing the skin to be paler.
• Pregnancy and menstruation – due to the nutritional demands placed upon the body at this time, the skin is usually paler, which heightens the appearance of dark circles.
• Age – your skin weakens as you age, making it more likely that dark circles will become visible.

What can I do?

Regardless of whether you believe your dark circles are caused by one of the factors above, or whether you agree with new research that suggests they are similar to bruises, there are a few things you can do to alleviate them. Fortunately, these suggestions will also boost your overall health and appearance.

• Healthy lifestyle – includes proper nutrition of fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, legumes, nuts, and healthy fats. Quality sleep on a regular cycle. Exercise and plenty of water.
  • Sleep also controls levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which can contribute to eye swelling and dark circles.
• Avoid caffeine, sugar, nicotine, and alcohol.
• Dark circle eye creams – many speed up the rate at which the blood underneath your eyes is oxidized and cleared up. They can also strengthen the capillaries and your under eye skin in general.
  • Especially effective are Ester-C (ascorbyl palmitate) and alpha lipoic acid (ALA). Ester-C boosts collagen production to strengthen the skin. ALA increases blood flow and lymph drainage.

Growth hormone and cell repair

Sleep is an important time for your body to heal and repair itself. A healthy sleeping pattern can help you to fight the signs of aging, maintain your weight, improve your complexion, avoid dark circles under your eyes, and prevent eye puffiness and redness.

During sleep, your body regulates the production and release of various hormones, including growth hormones. These hormones help your body repair the skin damage done by daily life, including the effects of UV light, stress, pollution, infections, and so on.

Evidence suggests that skin cells specifically regenerate at a faster rate at night than during the day, meaning it is a crucial time for your skin to heal and repair itself. Your body also enjoys a boost of molecular protein production and a slowing of protein breakdown during sleep, which helps speed up cellular repair.

All of this helps you fight wrinkles, dull skin, scarring, and other skin problems.

Cortisol and other hormones

Sleep helps regulate the levels of the stress hormone cortisol in your body. Cortisol has many negative effects on your skin, including contributing to acne, uneven skin tone, psoriasis, wrinkles, and atopic dermatitis.

In general, stress contributes to the aging of your body on a cellular level, and excessive stress can lead to an unhealthy appearance. Sleep combats stress and helps your body react more efficiently to avoid detrimental effects. Unfortunately, stress can also inhibit proper sleep patterns and hinder the quality of your sleep, which may lead, in turn, to more stress in a vicious cycle. It is important to employ other stress fighting daily activities like exercise, meditation, and relaxation.

Another hormonal benefit of a healthy sleep pattern is weight loss. Research has indicated that sleep works to regulate the hormones influencing your appetite. Lack of sleep or poor quality sleep can cause disruptions in these hormonal balances and cause an increase in appetite, especially for sugary, fatty foods. This creates a cycle of weight gain.

Toxin elimination

Your skin is one of the largest detoxification organs in your body and sleep is its primetime. Perspiration increases during sleep across your entire body, including your face. Not only does this moisturize your skin during the night, smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, but it also clears your pores and cleanses your body of toxins that may contribute to an unhealthy appearance.

Beauty treatment absorption

Your sleeping hours are an ideal time for your special beauty treatments to have optimal effectiveness. Moisturizers lock moisture into your skin while you sleep and increased skin circulation allows the absorption of beneficial nutrients in different products. Also, many creams, especially eye creams, have a greater efficacy when not competing with makeup.

Hair masks and hand or feet moisturizing treatments are also very beneficial when applied before bedtime and allowed to sink in overnight.

Why some experts claim there is no diet-acne connection

The physical process of developing acne involves the blockage of pores. When a pore becomes blocked, oils and toxins secreted through the skin are trapped, causing inflammation and pus to build up underneath the skin’s surface. Thus, the most common recommendations to control acne are properly washing your skin to avoid pore blockage, and various treatments that clear pores or combat inflammation. Additionally, many experts say that diet does not cause acne, pointing out that some individuals may eat every food thought to cause acne and have perfect skin while their friend may suffer from breakouts on the same diet. However, this overlooks the potential for a connection between those who are naturally prone to acne breakouts and their diets.

Insulin

Some recent research has focused on the role of insulin and its relationship with male hormones that cause the release of sebum, your skin’s natural emollient. Researchers say that sebum provides a friendly environment for acne causing bacteria. Thus, it could be possible that the increased consumption of refined simple carbohydrates and sugars will lead to a spike in insulin production, more hormones, more sebum, and thus more acne.

Toxins

Your skin is your largest detoxifying organ in your body. You excrete many of the harmful substances you ingest on a daily basis through your skin. When someone consumes large amounts of foods that contain toxins like chemical preservatives, artificial flavoring or colorings, flavor enhancers, and other additives, it stands to reason that their toxin output would be increased, putting additional stress on the pores in their skin. Furthermore, some toxins may trigger an immune response, which leads to a rise of inflammatory agents in the body, and thus, a greater chance for developing acne.

Allergies

Food allergies may be a reason that some people develop acne after eating certain foods while others don’t. Allergens act as toxins in the body, increasing inflammation. If you monitor your diet and any subsequent outbreaks, you may be able to determine a correlation.

General advice

Due to the conflicting information on acne, you cannot be sure that diet alone could be the key to clearing up your skin. However, it is advisable to follow a healthy diet and lifestyle regardless, and this just might improve your complexion. A healthy diet includes plenty of water, whole grains, complex carbohydrates, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats or protein sources, low fat dairy products, nuts, and legumes. Exercise improves circulation, helps you lose weight, clears your pores, and boosts your skin’s ability to detoxify. So, it may be a great help as well. Additionally certain vitamins have been shown to be especially beneficial to skin cell production and repair, including:

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B-2 helps fight the influence of stress on acne outbreaks
• Vitamin B-3 improves circulation
• Vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant
• Zinc, another antioxidant that supports the immune system

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All Revivaderm products have a 30-day money back guarantee and are offered for a 14-day risk free trial. As with many other online companies, consumers taking advantage of the free trial offer become automatically enrolled into the company auto-billing program whereby they receive and are billed for the product every 30 days.

Revivaderm - Product Description

Eyerevive anti-wrinkle cream contains some good, patented ingredients, which are all listed on the website. The main active ingredients include some well-known substances commonly used in anti-aging products such as Matrixyl, Haloxyl and Hyaluronic acid. It also includes Regu-age and Dermaxyl, safflower and olive oils, Alpha Arbutin, Vitamin E and rice bran. This combination of peptides and proteins helps attract and retain moisture to the skin, and, particularly in the case of Hyaluronic Acid, provides a protective layer to prevent damage. Haloxyl is a substance that is beneficial in fading age spots and lightening dark circles under the eyes, while Regu-age boosts circulation and reduces skin puffiness.

In addition to fairly detailed explanations of the main ingredients, scientific charts show how they performed in clinical trials. Eyerevive is to be used twice a day, morning and night, and usually takes about 4-6 weeks for the user to see results.

Revivaderm - Advantage

• Eyerevive is part of a complete skin care regime
• The main ingredients in Eyerevive are explained in detail
• The company offers a free trial
• Eyerevive has a 100% money back guarantee
• The cream is designed to repair existing damage and prevent further signs of aging
• The Revivaderm website is user-friendly and informative
• Eyerevive contains patented ingredients
• The product addresses several signs of aging
• Results of clinical trials are shown for the main ingredients

Revivaderm - Drawbacks

• No customer testimonials are provided
• Eyerevive is only available online, not from independent retailers
• The 14 day free trial is not adequate time to judge the product
• Eyerevive contains fragrance and may not be suitable for sensitive skin
• Eyerevive is expensive, costing $50.00 for a 15ml bottle
• Customers ordering the free trial are enrolled in the auto-shipping program

Revivaderm - The Bottom Line

There are numerous products on the market that all promise to eradicate the signs associated with aging. Unlike some though, Revivaderm does not seem to make exaggerated claims for their product, or suggest that it works miracles. However, it is fairly expensive, and if used as part of the Revivaderm complete skin care routine, would be more costly. Given the number of patented ingredients in the formula, it is likely that with consistent use, the individual would begin to see some improvement in the eye area after about 2 months.

DERMacai is a skin care product that is specifically designed to target certain areas on the face. It claims to be the ‘#1 selling brand’ and contains ’superior’ ingredients that work in minutes.

The official website for DERMacai is professional in appearance but does not contain much useful information about the product. The site contains a reasonable FAQ section but provides no customer testimonials. It does feature two ‘before and after’ shots of what is assumed to be authentic user’s skin, that show the results of the cream after just thirty seconds. In terms of clinical trials, it seems that the product has been consumer tested, and the manufacturers supply a chart detailing the percentage improvement in the skin after 21 days of continual use (for example, users reported their skin was 90% smoother).

DERMacai cream is offered for a 14-day risk free trial and the site includes an interactive model which requires the prospective customer to click on their corresponding problematic facial areas and see if they qualify for the offer. However, by ordering the trial, the consumer is automatically enrolled in the home delivery system whereby they receive the product every 30 days at a cost of $84.64 per month.

DERMacai - Product Description

Although DERMacai obviously contains the powerful anti-oxidant acai berry, the full ingredient list is not provided, so it is not known exactly how much is in the formula. Other key ingredients are shown in the doctor-formulated cream and these include certain patented substances such as Matrixyl 3000, Haloxyl, Hyaluronic acid and Argatensyl. Each of these treats different areas on the face, including under eye circles, deep wrinkles, skin tone and fine surface lines.

DERMacai is suitable for all skin types and should not cause allergic reactions although without the full ingredient list provided it is impossible to be sure. It is assumed that it should be used daily as part of the skincare routine and although it is said to work in minutes, the manufacturers recommend using it for at least 56 days for optimal results.

DERMacai Advantage

• DERMacai contains the free-radical fighting ’superfood’, acai berry
• The formula includes patented ingredients
• The product is designed to provide both instant results and long-term improvements in the skin
• Results of clinical studies are shown
• The website shows before and after skin shots
• There is a FAQ section
• DERMacai is offered for a risk-free trial
• The product addresses multiple aging skin problems

DERMacai - Drawbacks

• DERMacai is expensive
• The full ingredient list is not shown
• Some consumer complaints have been reported against the company
• It is not known how much acai berry the formula contains
• The price of the product is hidden in the fine print
• The DERMacai website is uninformative
• 14 days is not adequate time to test the product
• The consumer is enrolled in the auto-shipping program
• DERMacai is not available in retail stores

DERMacai - The Bottomline

There are many other skin creams on the market that contain Matrixyl 3000, Haloxyl and other equally good patented ingredients at a much more affordable price.

While acai berry has proven to have powerful anti-aging properties, without knowing how much is actually in DERMacai, it is impossible to say how effective it would be, or even if it would have any effect at all when applied to the skin rather than taken internally.

The Olay brand is well known and has a good reputation in the world of cosmetic beauty products. The new Wrinkle Smoothing Cream is part of the Pro-X product line, designed to address numerous aspects of aging skin, including lines and wrinkles, dark under eye circles and discoloration.

The official Olay website provides well-presented but limited information for the Wrinkle Smoothing Cream, which comes in attractive, impressive packaging. The site does include other sections that show customer testimonials, ‘before and after’ shots of their products, including this one, and a brief piece on the developing process behind the Pro-X line. There are also external links to retail sites that sell the line plus press releases and Olay TV commercials. There is no FAQ section for this particular product nor any evidence of clinical studies, although the manufacturers do state that it has proven results.

Olay Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - Product Description

The full ingredient list is available for Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream, which is fragrance free and suitable for all skin types. The major active ingredient in the formula is Niacinamide, better known as vitamin B3 which helps to improve the skin’s moisture barrier and increase surface skin renewal. There are numerous additional ingredients listed including glycerine, lactic and citric acids and elastin. Further information for the cream states that it will ’strengthen the skin’s stratum corneum’, although it does not explain exactly what this is, unfortunately.

No instructions are given regarding usage, but it is assumed that the cream can be used anytime of the day and works best when combined with the other Pro-X skin care products. The cream is available to purchase by itself but is also included in the ‘Anti-aging Starter Protocol’ kit alongside the Age Repair Lotion and Eye Restoration Complex.

Olay Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - Advantage

• Olay is a reputable brand of skin care products
• Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream has received good independent consumer reviews
• The product is fragrance free
• Wrinkle Smoothing Cream helps prevent future skin damage by increasing collagen production
• The product is available as part of the ‘Starter’ pack
• All Olay products undergo clinical testing
• The Olay products are readily available in retail stores

Olay Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - Drawbacks

• The information for the product is very limited
• No clinical trial results are provided
• No free trial of Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream is offered
• The customer reviews linked to the company website are likely to be biased

Olay Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - The Bottom Line

Most consumers will be comfortable using this product simply because it is made by the generally trustworthy Olay company. In addition to this, the product is not overly expensive and often retailers will offer discounts or mail-in rebates (for example, at the time of writing the price of the Wrinkle Smoothing Cream ranged from $41.50 to $31.36). Although there is no free trial size available, the consumer can test the product by purchasing the ‘Starter’ kit, which offers three of the Pro-X products for $61.50.

Genesphere is an anti-aging product that claims to be “a new revolution in the ability to remove wrinkles”. It is a cream that you apply twice a day. It claims to be not only a moisturiser, but a wrinkle cream that is a non-surgical alternative to Botox injections.

The website offers little or no information past a short infomercial on the home page. The site offers little in the way of information. It does contain superficial terminology (”Qu-spheres), which attempts to tell about their technology. The main homepage is the only part of the site that’s relevant to the product; there’s a separate page describing wrinkle creams in general. They have included “12 ways to prevent wrinkles” section, that only seems like it is being used as filler for a very scantily informative website.

The website contains mostly marketing sales pitches and fluffy terminology (”super absorbent spheres”). It claims that “GeneSphere can sell for as much as $99 an ounce in some places”, leading you to believe that you are getting a bargain here. A quick internet search yielded no such results of GeneSphere being so costly or even being sold anywhere else. The product is only available from the company’s website for $39.95, plus $8 delivery.

GeneSphere - Product Description

GeneSphere is applied daily as a moisturiser. You only need a small amount to get smoother, younger-looking skin is expected within minutes. The site claims that the formula “promotes younger, smoother and more sensual skin” as well as being designed to provide a long-lasting result, but it doesn’t fully explain how. The only ingredient with a hint of explanation is the Qu-Spheres. There is very little information on what is exactly in the product itself.  It is very difficult to evaluate effectiveness if the ingredients are not listed.

There is no allergy information, details on clinical trials or information on shipping or returns. There are also no testimonials, aside from a before and after photo. A ribbon on the homepage says “Satisfaction guaranteed!”, but there is no mention of a free trial or money-back guarantee. There’s also no information on returns.

GeneSphere - Advantage

• GeneSphere results are expected within minutes of application
• Can be used daily

GeneSphere - Drawbacks

• Extremely poorly-constructed website - no ingredient listing, allergy info, clinical trial results or testimonials
• False claims about lower price than “some places”, as an online search revealed no other retailers
• Conflicting information - promises results within minutes, but further down the page it says in one hour.
• Sparse amount of online reviews, all of which do not recommend the product.
• Before and after images taken at different angles giving the appearance of the GeneSphere working

GeneSphere - The Bottom Line

There is no clear cut way to contact the company by phone. The only way to contact the company is by postal address or email. There is no information regarding the company itself or where they are located. Other links at the bottom of the site take you to completely different websites offering unrelated products. The “GeneSphere homepage” is also a broken link. The websites has several false claims that a lower price is being offered on their site is misleading, and seems to only make the $34.95 price seem more appealing. However, with no ingredient list $34.95 is too much money for something that you cannot evaluate effectiveness.

Tri-Aktiline is a ‘wrinkle filler’ that is presented in a very plain, ‘no nonsense’ manner. The packaging for the product resembles a prescription medication and the information given is relatively free of over-exaggeration.

Manufactured by GS Labs, most of the details for Tri-Aktiline can be found on the site for the retail store Kohl’s, which sells the product exclusively. The information is very limited and there are no customer testimonials or FAQ sections included. However, there are some independent consumer reviews available on the internet which rate the product as reasonably effective overall. The only major complaints were that it cannot be worn under make-up, making it unsuitable for daytime use for many and that it didn’t quite live up to the claims made by the manufacturers.

Tri-Aktiline - Product Description

No full ingredient list is available for Tri-Aktiline unfortunately. Only the three key active ingredients are detailed, accompanied by explanations of how they work. Because the main goal of Tri-Aktiline is to ‘fill’ wrinkles, the ingredients are designed to act in a similar way to Botox, that is, relax facial tension, smooth wrinkles and lines and prevent future damage. The substances Gatuline and Argireline, an amino acid peptide, both have the ability to relax the facial muscles in addition to evening skin tone (Gatuline) and helping boost collagen production (Argireline). The third ingredient, Kombuchka, is a sweet black tea extract that ‘plumps’ the skin, reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Tri-Aktiline can be used on all areas of the face to eliminate ‘crow’s feet’, brow lines, frown lines and fine lines around the lips. Although Tri-Aktiline is supposed to ‘work on contact’, most customers saw an improvement in facial lines in about 4 weeks.

Tri-Aktiline - Advantage

• The information for Tri-Aktiline is not over-exaggerated or gimmicky
• The product contains three effective key ingredients
• Tri-Aktiline is available from a retail store
• Independent consumer reviews were generally positive
• Tri-Aktiline can be used on all facial areas

Tri-Aktiline - Drawbacks

• Information for Tri-Aktiline is limited
• No customer testimonials are featured on the Kohl’s website
• There are no FAQ’s for the product
• No full ingredient list is available
• It is unlikely to work ‘on contact’
• No free trial offer is available
• The product may not be ideal for daytime use, under make-up

Tri-Aktiline - The Bottom Line

Tri-Aktiline appears to be an effective cream that works very well for most consumers, although not quite as instantly as the manufacturers claim. Price-wise it is on a par with similar cosmetic products, costing $39.50 for 1 floz, although occasionally it can be purchased at a sale price, from Kohl’s.

The only real disadvantage of Tri-Aktiline is that the full ingredients are not listed, making it unsuitable for anyone with sensitive skin or allergies. However, anyone interested in purchasing the cream should be able to receive a complete ingredient list upon request from the makers, GS Labs.

Even if LifeCell was the best anti-aging skin cream on the market, the ridiculously over-exaggerated website would deter most potential customers. The official company website is presented as a ‘personal’ open letter from the developer of LifeCell, a woman named Michelle Bell, who delivers the information on what is basically a one-page advertisement for the product. It is written in a very informal, unprofessional manner, referring to the reader as ‘girlfriend’ and name-dropping celebrity names throughout.

The LifeCell site is so long and repetitive that it is doubtful if anyone would take the time to read it in its entirety and it makes it extremely difficult to actually find the parts that contain any useful information about the product. It is claimed that some of the key active ingredients in LifeCell have been featured in a couple of major media outlets such as the New York Times and NBC news, and quotes from these sources are provided. However, it does not seem that LifeCell has been mentioned as a product in its own right.

There are customer testimonials scattered throughout the website, some of which include ‘Before and After’ shots. Most of the testimonials refer to the ‘horrors’ of being mistaken for someone much older and how using LifeCell has saved them from further embarrassment. Because LifeCell is described as an alternative to skin injection treatments like Botox, the site devotes some space to describing the dangerous side effects of these procedures.

LifeCell - Product Description

No actual list of ingredients is shown for LifeCell and it takes the consumer a while to find the part of the site that contains any ingredient details.

LifeCell does in fact contain some good anti-aging ingredients such as D3PA, Ubiquinone, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Deanol, Acetyl Hexapeptide 3 and Nitric Oxide. In combination, these ingredients are designed to address a number of problems that occur in aging skin. The cream formula promises to brighten skin tone, reduce visible broken capillaries, diminish puffiness under the eyes, plump the lips, and deeply hydrate the skin. Ubiquinone is a good anti-oxidant that is particularly useful in fighting free radicals in the body and helping prevent future damage. In addition to this, LifeCell claims to have the ability to boost collagen production naturally, rather than just include it in synthetic form which apparently has no effect at all.

No clinical trials are included as proof of LifeCells’ performance although there are references and statistics for some of the key ingredients. Unfortunately no amounts are given for the LifeCell ingredients so it is not known how potent the cream is.

LifeCell - Advantage

• LifeCell contains some proven anti-aging ingredients
• The website includes customer testimonials
• LifeCell is offered at a 120-day money back guarantee
• LifeCell works on a number of different aging skin issues
• A number of free gifts are offered with each purchase
• Members of the ‘Home Delivery Plan’ receive a discounted price

LifeCell - Drawbacks

• The information for LifeCell is presented very poorly
• The website is extremely over-exaggerated, containing questionable information
• No full ingredient list is provided
• LifeCell is expensive
• The developer of LifeCell is not a qualified dermatologist or skin care specialist
• No cream is likely to be equally effective as an alternative to Botox
• The LifeCell brand and manufacturers, South Beach Skincare, have numerous independent consumer complaints filed against them

LifeCell - The Bottom Line

It is amazing that any consumer would really purchase this product given the scant information provided by the company. While it may be a good cream it is hardly likely to be a ‘Nobel Prize winning-worthy breakthrough’ and certainly not worth the cost of $189.00 for a 40-day supply.

Any consumer would be advised to avoid this particular brand and look for a more reputable cream that contains similar anti-oxidant and collagen-boosting ingredients.

Hydroxatone is actually a line of products that claim to be an alternative to Botox treatments. According to the website for the product, it has been ‘seen’ in such publications as USA Today, TV Guide and Newsweek, although there are no links to the actual articles (meaning they may well have just been advertisements).

The website is user-friendly and contains a standard amount of information for the product including some ‘Before and After’ customer photos, testimonials and diagrams explaining how Hydroxatone works. There is also a section about the co-developer of the line, Dr. Michael Fiorillo, a cosmetic surgeon and skin specialist. Unfortunately no FAQ section is featured and much of the site is devoted to the free trial offer and ordering information.

Although Hydroxatone was scientifically developed and shows very exact statistics regarding its performance (for example, that it decreases wrinkle depth by 33%), surprisingly no clinical trials are provided as proof.

Hydroxatone - Product Description

The Hydroxatone line is a four step program that contains two products in each step. The Cleansing step includes a microdermabrasion formula and ‘milky’ cleanser: step two, Balancing, is a toner and skin brightener: step three is ‘Rejuvenating’ and has the AM/PM Treatment and Under Eye Cream and finally the ‘Finishing’ step includes Instant Lift Pads and an Instant Wrinkle Filler.

The individual ingredients are not listed for each product although they are known to include the ‘Hydroxatone 10 Complex’, comprising of patented ingredients Matrixyl 3000, Argireline and Hyaluronic Acid. These are combined with the anti-oxidants Green Tea, Grape Seed and Pine Bark plus a U.V. ray protector, SPF 15. Details are given for how all the products work, but the overall effect is that wrinkles will be reduced, age spots diminished and collagen production boosted.

All the products are available for ordering separately or, more economically, as a complete package.

Hydroxatone - Advantage

• Hydroxatone provides complete anti-aging skin care
• The products contain patented substances
• The official website provides comprehensive product information and instructions for usage
• The products can all be purchased separately
• Hydroxatone contains no animal by-products, dyes or lanolin
• The products help increase collagen production for future wrinkle prevention
• The website includes before and after photos
• The cost of Hydroxatone is in line with similar products

Hydroxatone - Drawbacks

• The information regarding the free trial is very confusing
• There is no full ingredient list
• No clinical study results are provided
• The only positive reviews of Hydroxatone are linked to the company website
• No topical product is likely to be a viable alternative to Botox treatments
• Complaints have been filed against the Hydroxatone company regarding their billing practises
• The customer is enrolled into the auto-shipping program when ordering the free trial

Hydroxatone - The Bottom Line

Hydroxatone appears to be a solid line of products that address all aspects of aging skin. However, the details regarding the free trial are contradictory, one section stating that four of the products are included while another lists just the AM/PM cream. In addition to this, the customer is sent (and later billed for, if not returned promptly) a 2 month supply of the product but only given 30 days to try it. This seems to be the area that Hydroxatone fails in, judging by the amount of complaints to be found on independent consumer websites.

LiftSP is a ‘revolutionary’ formula that, according to their website, can reduce facial wrinkles by up to 50% and may be a good alternative to procedures such as Botox and Restylane.

Unfortunately the official product website, although easy to use and simply, attractively designed, does not provide much useful information about LiftSP, devoting much of the space to the ordering process and free trial offer. There are a couple of very brief customer testimonials on the site that include seemingly genuine ‘before and after’ photos plus an ‘untouched’ photo of the clinical results of the product. However, no written results detailing any clinical trials are shown as proof of the success of the product and even the word ‘clinical’ is spelled wrong, which is very unprofessional.

A brief bio of the developer of LiftSP, Dr. Stephen Jepson, is provided and a mention of the fact that the product was featured on an ABC news program, although when this was and what was said, is not clear.

LiftSP - Product Description

LiftSP combines the Acai berry with a number of peptides in an all natural formula. Acai berry has become a popular addition to skin care creams recently due to its powerful anti-oxidant qualities. As well as fighting free radicals in the skin it has the ability to stimulate cell regeneration. The main peptides are listed alongside short explanations of how they work on the skin. Most of the peptides (Leuphasyl, Octapeptide, Matrixyl 3000 and Argirilene) are beneficial in relaxing facial tension (much in the same way that Botox works), reducing lines and wrinkles, lengthening the facial muscles and improving the production of essential skin collagen. Seaweed extract is also included to help tighten and tone loose and sagging skin.

Although these are all good ingredients, unfortunately the amounts of each are not known so there is no way of judging the potency of the formula. Also, the full ingredient list is not provided so it is not known if there are any fragrances or preservatives used.

LiftSP Advantage

• LiftSP contains the anti-oxidant ’superfood’ Acai berry
• The main ingredients are listed with short explanations of their function
• The formula was developed by a skin care specialist, Dr. Stephen Jepson
• The customer testimonials have ‘before and after’ photos
• The product is designed to be a safe alternative to facial surgery or injections
• A free trial of LiftSP is offered

LiftSP Drawbacks

• There have been numerous complaints filed against the manufacturers of Lift SP
• LiftSP is only available directly from the official website
• The free trial only gives the customer 12 days to test the product
• Lift SP is expensive at a cost of $79.95 per month
• No clinical studies are provided
• The exact ingredient amounts are not shown
• The website does not include a FAQ section
• The website has a gimmicky and unprofessional appearance
• Customers ordering the free trial are enrolled in the ‘auto-shipping’ delivery program

LiftSP - The Bottom Line

So many skin cream companies promise alternatives to cosmetic surgical procedures and Botox injections, but there really is no proof that they produce equal results. Any cream or serum that works ‘instantly’ likely uses some strong astringents to tighten the skin, the effect being temporary at best.

LiftSP is an expensive product and, once enrolled in the auto-shipping program, the customer may find it hard to cancel their order. There are many complaints that have been filed against the manufacturers of LiftSP, most of which concern the questionable billing and cancellation procedure. Even if a product did produce ‘revolutionary’ results, as this claims to, it cannot be recommended when there are so many black marks against the company’s reputation.

Lift SP is a ‘revolutionary’ formula that, according to the company website, can reduce facial wrinkles by up to 50%.

The very simple and user-friendly website contains limited information about the product and in fact devotes much of the space to advertising the free trial offer and ordering details. This ‘As seen on T.V.’ product is described as an ‘Instant face lift’ which can be an alternative to surgical procedures and cosmetic injections such as Botox and Restylane.

There are a couple of very brief customer testimonials on the site with before and after pictures plus an ‘untouched’ photo of the clinical results of the product. However, no written results detailing any clinical trials are shown as proof of the success of the product. It should be noted that even the word ‘clinical’ is spelt incorrectly, giving the site a very unprofessional impression.

Lift SP - Product Description

Lift SP combines the popular superfood Acai berry with a number of peptides in an all natural formula. The main peptides are listed alongside short explanations of how they work on the skin. Most of the peptides (Leuphasyl, Octapeptide, Matrixyl 3000 and Argirilene) are beneficial in relaxing facial tension (much in the same way that Botox works), reducing lines and wrinkles and even lengthening the facial muscles. Seaweed extract is included to tighten and tone sagging skin while the powerful Acai berry, an amino acid, aids in cell regeneration and fights damaging free radicals.

Although these are all good ingredients, unfortunately the amounts of each are not known so there is no way of judging the potency of the formula. Also, the full ingredient list is not provided so it is not known if there are any fragrances used.

Lift SP Advantage

• Lift SP contains the powerful Acai berry
• The main ingredients are provided
• The formula was developed by a skin care specialist, Dr. Stephen Jepson
• The company provides a free trial offer
• The customer testimonials have ‘before and after’ photos
• The product is designed to be a safe alternative to facial surgery or injections

Lift SP - Drawbacks

• There have been numerous complaints filed against the manufacturers of Lift SP
• The free trial is for just 12 days, not adequate time to judge the product
• Lift SP is expensive at a cost of $79.95 per month
• No clinical studies are provided
• The full ingredient list is not shown
• The website does not include a FAQ section
• The website has an unprofessional appearance and is over exaggerated
• Customers ordering the free trial are enrolled in the ‘auto-shipping’ delivery program

Lift SP - The Bottom Line

Most consumers must surely know by now that no one product will produce an ‘instant face lift’ despite claims to the contrary. Any cream or serum that works ‘instantly’ likely uses some strong astringents to tighten the skin, the effects only being temporary.

While Lift SP may be useful as a quick fix, possibly used before a special occasion, it is far too expensive to be a viable product for long term use. In addition to this, there are many complaints regarding unfair billing practises by the Lift SP company, making it an unwise product to purchase.

Kumaara is a new eye area treatment available via the internet that addresses a number of different eye skin care problems. Although the main area for treatment appears to be the reduction of dark circles, Kumaara also promises to reduce wrinkles, smooth skin and eliminate puffiness and under eye bags.

While the Kumaara website is very attractive and professional looking, it has a lot of confusing sections, many links containing the same information. There are a lot of unnecessary details regarding the origins of ‘Ayurveda’ healthcare, an ancient form of healing that has its roots in Asia. We are informed that the name Kumaara comes from the Sanskrit word for ‘youth’ and that the formula is based on ancient ‘secrets’.

The website does provide the results from clinical studies that were performed on Kumaara in which the test subjects experienced a 95% reduction in wrinkles and significant improvements in dark circles. The customer testimonials include animated before and after shots accompanied by short written statements.

Kumaara - Product Description

Kumaara is an eye skin treatment designed for day and evening use. The total package contains three separate products: Luminizing Eye Treatment, Daily Anti-oxidant Eye Serum and Radiant Finish Concealer which is available in two skin shades, light/medium and medium/dark.

The Kumaara formula combines natural anti-oxidant ingredients and patented skin care substances. It is not clear how many ingredients are actually in each product as no product label is provided. According to the information, Kumaara contains Indian Gooseberry, Hibiscus, Goji Berry, Passionflower and Acai berry (a popular ‘Superfood’). It also benefits from Haloxyl, to treat dark circles; Eyeseryl, a protein to treat puffiness; Matrixyl 3000, to stimulate repair; the flavanoid Actiflow and lastly, Oligogeline which forms a protective barrier for the skin.

No instructions are provided regarding how the different products should be used, although it seems one cream is for night use, the serum for daytime use and the concealer used as part of the regular make-up routine.

Kumaara Advantage

• The Kumaara website contains a good amount of information regarding the product
• The product is offered for a 30-day free trial
• Kumaara contains powerful anti-oxidant ingredients
• Customer testimonials are provided
• Kumaara performed well in clinical studies
• The treatment includes a cosmetic concealer to instantly improve the appearance of dark circles
• The product is 100% guaranteed

Kumaara - Drawbacks

• No application instructions are provided
• No FAQ section is included on the site
• The information regarding the Ayurveda origins seems exaggerated and unnecessary
• No ingredient amounts are listed
• Kumaara is only available directly from the website

Kumaara - The Bottom Line

Kumaara seems to be an effective product on the whole although it is doubtful that it can result in ‘younger looking eyes in days’. However, the fact that the consumer can use a dark circle concealer while waiting for results is good, as is the fact that the daytime formula can be conveniently used under makeup.

Although the price of the product seems expensive, it should be noted that the $99.95 cost is for a two month supply, which is much more in line with similar brands.

According to the company website, Prototype #37 is a breakthrough in modern skin care technology and has the ability to eliminate wrinkles and firm the skin like no other product. The website certainly has an ‘official’ and serious appearance and the Prototype #37 product is very plain and medical-like, looking more like a prescription formula than beauty treatment.

The manufacturers of the Prototype serum explain quite well how their product works and include a good deal of very technical sounding information about the main ingredients. The other sections on the one-page website include a very brief FAQ section and customer testimonials, two of which are accompanied by photographs. The testimonials and FAQ’s are almost identical to those of another anti-aging product which takes away from their credibility somewhat.

Background information as to how the Prototype #37 formula was developed by Elldia Labs is provided as are the facts that the serum has the ability to decrease wrinkles by 50% in as little as 3 days and that it works 5 times faster than the leading anti-aging creams on the market.

Prototype #37 -  Product Description

Prototype #37 contains peptides that account for 99% of the formula. Some of these peptides are in patented formulas such as Eyeseryl, which helps reduce under eye puffiness, Matrixyl 3000 and Syn-coll. The function of these and the other major ingredients, Hyaluronic Acid, Acetyl Octapeptide 3, Acetyl Hexapeptide 8 and Pentapeptide 13, are all explained very well and include charts and diagrams as illustrations, some citing clinical studies performed on the substances. The results for the trials carried out on Prototype #37 are not provided unfortunately. Unlike some other brands of skin treatments, the actual amount of each ingredient is shown so that the consumer can get an idea of just how potent the product is.

The product is in the form of a serum and dispensed by a dropper from a 30ml bottle. One bottle is designed to last about one month if used twice a day, morning and evening, at an amount of one drop per application.

Prototype #37 Advantage

• Prototype #37 includes 99% essential peptides
• The website includes customer testimonials
• The individual ingredients are well explained
• The formula contains some patented ingredients
• Individual ingredient amounts are provided
• Prototype #37 has a 30-day money back guarantee
• The product is designed to decrease wrinkles by increasing vital collagen production
• Prototype #37 reduces puffy eyes
• The company does not have an ‘auto-shipping’ program

Prototype #37 - Drawbacks

• The Prototype #37 website is very similar to another brand
• No clinical trials are provided for Prototype #37
• The company makes some exaggerated statements regarding the product
• The information on the website is overly technical
• The product is very expensive
• No free trial is available
• Prototype #37 is not available in retail stores
• No ‘terms and conditions’ are provided

Prototype #37 - The Bottom Line

The overall appearance of Prototype #37 is very scientific, having the impression of being more like a dermatologist prescribed product. While it does contain some essential peptides in the formula, nothing about it makes it stand out from many other peptide-containing products on the market, apart from the cost. At $149.95, it is far more expensive than most.

The fact that the company offers a 30-day money back guarantee is great, although this really is not adequate time to properly judge how well the product works.

Dermajuv is the brand name that applies to three separate but complementary products, Dynamic Age Defying Serum, Instant-Effect Lifting Serum and Original Wrinkle Smoothing Cream.

All three products are shown on the company website which is very informative but not very easy for the consumer to navigate. Each product is given its own section, although some of the customer testimonials and ‘before and after’ shots are the same for all. There are however a good amount of testimonials which include customer statements and close-up shots of their skin. Clinical studies are cited for the key ingredients in all the products which are also available in a downloadable PDF file.

The overall appearance of the website is quite scientific, which gives the brand an impression of importance, although some of the phrases and statements used on the site take away from its credibility somewhat, for example, describing the serum as a ‘miracle’ product which can perform a ‘magical feat’. Apart from this, the claims made by the manufacturers are not overly exaggerated and they do show quotes from qualified dermatologists that provide added endorsements.

Dermajuv - Product Description

The Dermajuv line can be purchased separately or as a complete system. It is recommended that all three products are used for an initial period of 30-45 days before continuing with one or more indefinitely if desired.

Dermajuv is designed to reverse the signs of aging using three main patented formulas: Matrixyl, Renovage and Sesaflash. The Age Defying Serum contains the first two, the Instant-Effect Lifting serum contains Matrixyl and Sesaflash while the Original Wrinkle Smoothing Cream has only Matrixyl. These formulas work on the skin at a cellular level, stimulating the production of collagen and fibronectin, two natural substances that decrease as the body ages resulting in wrinkles, sagging, discoloration and dryness.

By using the cream and serum for the recommended amount of time, the consumer can expect a visible reduction in wrinkles, redness and pore size and an increase in moisture and tone. It is claimed that the Original Wrinkle Smoothing Cream is an alternative to cosmetic skin injections (such as Botox) and that, as the name suggests, the Instant-Effect Lifting Serum will work within 5 minutes of application.

Dermajuv - Advantage

• Dermajuv has received good independent consumer reviews
• Clinical studies are provided for the key ingredients
• All the ingredients in the product line are shown
• The formulas are designed to address a number of skin problems
• The creams and serums have long-lasting effects
• The Dremajuv website contains comprehensive testimonials and photos
• The complete system can be purchased at a discounted cost
• The products can be bought individually
• The amounts of the patented ingredients are shown

Dermajuv - Drawbacks

• The website has an unprofessional tone
• No FAQ section is provided
• The website is not ‘user-friendly’
• Dermajuv is only available from the company website
• The products are expensive if purchased separately
• It may be inconvenient to use three separate products

Dermajuv - The Bottom Line

Overall, it appears that Dermajuv skin care products do result in younger looking, rejuvenated skin, but it will likely take longer than is claimed by the company. Each product comes with a 30-day money back guarantee which is worth taking advantage of, although this may not be adequate time to properly judge the performance.

At a cost of $129.99 for the complete system (which will last approximately 45 days) compared to $78.99 per product, it would certainly be advisable to buy all three initially, as this not only saves money, but will result in the optimal performance.

AgeInvisible cream is marketed as an alternative to Botox injections that will eradicate wrinkles while smoothing and hydrating the skin. The ‘As Seen on TV’ product by Precision Niche Products has a very simple website that does not contain much information about the cream. It does show a ‘before and after’ animated photo, but it may well have been ‘touched up’ and is certainly not a genuine, customer testimonial. In fact, there are very few testimonials on the site and only a handful of independent consumer reviews to be found on the internet.

The official website does include a very good FAQ section that lists the ingredients contained in AgeInvisible, and the site also has details of how the key ingredients in the formula work in the skin. Despite claiming that the cream has shown positive results, no clinical trials are shown.

AgeInvisible is offered for a free trial, although by ordering this, the customer becomes a member of the ‘Skin Care Solutions Club’. Basically, this is simply another name for the auto-shipping program which entitles the company to charge and send the customer a new supply of the cream once every month. The only advantage of being a member is that the product is available at a 20% discount, $69.41 as opposed to $89.41. Unfortunately the only complaints filed against the AgeInvisible company have been in regards to the auto-shipping program and how it has been very difficult to cancel, with unauthorized charges being made to credit cards.

AgeInvisible Anti-Oxidant Age Defence Cream - Product Description

AgeInvisible is a scientifically based formula that contains the key ingredient Extramel C, a melon extract that is a powerful anti-oxidant. According to the website, AgeInvisible releases this ingredient through micro-granules that also release Co-enzyme Q10, SOD, vitamins, minerals and carotenoids. Apart from Extramel C, no details are provided for any of the ingredients. The full list of ingredients are shown in the FAQ section and include olive fruit extract, sunflower seed oil, shea butter and a large number of other chemicals. The cream does contain fragrance and color which may make it unsuitable for sensitive skin.

As with most cosmetic creams of this type, AgeInvisible can be applied as often as desired although the company recommends at least twice a day. If used daily, customers can expect 93% smoother skin, a 100% increase in hydration and an 86% reduction in wrinkles within one month.

AgeInvisible Anti-Oxidant Age Defence Cream - Advantage

• AgeInvisible has an attractive, user-friendly website
• The site includes a comprehensive FAQ section
• The full ingredient list is provided
• A 15-day free trial of the product is offered
• The company offers a 30-day money back guarantee
• Skin Care Solution Club members receive discounted prices
• AgeInvisible is easy to use
• Some customer testimonials are included on the website

AgeInvisible Anti-Oxidant Age Defence Cream - Drawbacks

• There have been several complaints regarding the auto-shipping program
• No details are provided for a number of the key ingredients
• It is unlikely the cream can produce ‘Botox-like’ results
• No clinical studies are provided
• The cream contains both fragrance and color
• AgeInvisible is expensive at a regular cost of $89.41

AgeInvisible Anti-Oxidant Age Defence Cream - The Bottom Line

Very little is really known about AgeInvisible Daily Anti-oxidant Age Defence Cream, and apart from detailing the main ingredient, Extramel C, the website provides scant information. Because the product is only available from the company website, there is no chance of retailers’ discounts and the only way to receive any price break is by enrolling in the auto-shipping program.

It would be preferable in this case to look for a similar product that has clinically proven positive results and is available through a retail store rather than take a chance on an internet advertised, largely unknown skin treatment.

Dermavexin is a skin care product that proudly admits to using ‘controversial’ stem cell technology. Whether it actually does or not is hard to say as there does not appear to be any clinical evidence, but the results that it produces certainly do mimic this process by restoring skin cells, thereby reducing signs of aging.

The information for Dermavexin is quite limited on the official website. The site is very attractive and user-friendly, but the information is repeated in many of the sections. A short customer testimonials section is included where it is apparent that the cream is used by both men and women. The site also contains FAQ’s but, again, this is very brief and uninformative.

According to the manufacturers, Dermavexin starts working almost immediately on the skin and illustrates the results in a series of photos. Although optimum results are achieved in approximately 4-6 months, Dermavexin can be used indefinitely to prevent further damage and maintain the restored skin cells.

Dermavexin - Product Description

Dermavexin is a scientifically developed formula that combines peptides, lubricants and skin hydrators as the key ingredients. The five peptides used are Peption 5, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Oligopeptide-29, Octapeptide-4 and Decapeptide-7 which are all essential in stimulating the body’s collagen producing ability, a process that slows as we age causing wrinkles, sagging and fine lines. The lubricant Jojoba oil is included in Dermavexin as are anti-irritant ingredients such as Allantoin, thought to be gentler than the often used Retinol.

Although the full ingredient list is shown, no individual amounts are provided so it is not certain how powerful the formula would be. Also, it should be noted that Dermavexin does contain perfume which may cause irritation for those with sensitive skin.

Dermavexin can be used either on its own or under make-up and should be applied at least twice a day after cleansing.

Dermavexin - Advantages

• Dermavexin contains essential peptides
• The cream is designed to stimulate and restore new skin cells
• The company provides a 100%, 60-day money back guarantee
• A full ingredient list is shown
• Both men and women have had success with the product
• Dermavexin has received positive consumer feedback
• The company offers discounted prices for multiple orders
• The official website is user-friendly

Dermavexin - Drawbacks

• No clinical studies are provided as proof of Dermavexin’s success
• No consumer ‘Before and After’ pictures are shown
• Dermavexin is expensive, costing $125.00 for a one month supply
• It is unlikely to work ‘immediately’
• The website contains repeated information
• Dermavexin is not available in independent retail stores

Dermavexin - The Bottomline

If in fact Dermavexin does use the controversial stem cell technology, some consumers may not feel completely at ease purchasing this product. However, judging from the ingredients listed, Dermavexin does contain some good, proven substances not all of which are chemically based (for example, Jojoba oil and Glycerin). If the cream really did achieve the amazing results as claimed it would be good to see some proof in the form of clinical studies but, like so many other skin creams, no such information is provided.

Dermavexin is very expensive compared to similar skin care treatments and $125.00 is a lot of money to spend on a product that is relatively unknown. There have not been any complaints filed against the company in terms of their return policy, so providing one feels comfortable spending the money, Dermavexin may be worth trying for at least 60 days, the length of the guarantee.

Prevera is an anti-aging cream that is marketed as being more affordable than comparable creams on the market. In fact, the official Provera website devotes much of its basic one-page website to explaining why other companies overcharge for their products (because of excess packaging, advertising for example).

Provera claims that it can make the user look ‘10-15 years younger in one month’ and that it works immediately, firming and smoothing the facial skin within 2-3 days. The website isn’t terribly informative about Prevera although it does give fairly lengthy explanations about the six main ingredients. The page also includes a few customer testimonials although they are not accompanied by ‘before and after’ pictures and there is a very short FAQ section that explains how to use the product correctly.

The appearance of the website is quite attractive and easy to read but it does contain a couple of spelling mistakes and is written in a personal one-on-one style which has the effect of making it seem unprofessional.

Prevera - Product Description

All the ingredients are listed for Prevera and, as mentioned, the six active ingredients are explained well, but in rather scientific terms. Provera contains six important peptides: Arigireline, Peption 5, Oligopeptide, Octapeptide, Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate. These substances work together to stimulate the production of collagen in the skin, making it firmer, plumper and filling out the lines that give the appearance of wrinkles. The exact amount of each ingredient contained in the formula is not shown so it cannot be certain how potent the mixture will be. The formula also contains a number of other substances including moisturizers and perfumes, the latter making it unsuitable for very sensitive skin types.

Prevera - Advantage

• Prevera is less expensive than many similar skin care treatments
• The company has a 45-day money back guarantee
• The website contains customers testimonials
• All the ingredients are listed on the site
• The main ingredients are well explained
• Prevera contains important peptides
• The cream stimulates collagen production for long lasting results
• Discounted prices are given for multiple orders
• The company has no ‘auto-shipping’ program
• Prevera has received favourable independent reviews

Prevera- Drawbacks

• No clinical studies are cited
• The website has an unprofessional image
• Prevera contains perfumes
• No ‘terms and conditions’ are shown on the website regarding the money back guarantee
• It is unlikely the cream will take ‘10-15 years’ off the user’s appearance
• The ingredients are explained in very scientific terms
• Prevera is only available directly from the company website
• No free trial of Prevera is offered

Prevera - The Bottom Line

Judging from the reviews available on the internet, Prevera does seem to work quite well in terms of firming and smoothing the skin and even diminishing dark circles under the eyes. Some consumers may be turned off by the number of chemical-based ingredients in the formula, particularly those who prefer more natural, herbal preparations.

The makers of Prevera sell a one month supply of Prevera for $29.99, although they claim the regular retail price is $99.99. This is probably simply a sales tactic to make it seem as though the customer is getting a good deal, and it is unlikely the cream is actually worth almost $100.00. However, given the ingredients and the independent reviews, it certainly would not hurt to give Prevera a try and take advantage of the generous 45-day money back guarantee if not completely satisfied.

Fillast Serum is one product in a line of skin care treatments manufactured by the Italian company, General Topics’. The website for Fillast Serum is very clinical and scientific in appearance and contains a limited amount of information for the product. Fillast Serum claims to be able to reverse the signs of aging, being the ‘only clinically proven treatment’ to do so, although this statement is often made by many other companies. Although there are no clinical trials shown on the official product site as proof that the serum works, the General Topics site does contain further scientific evidence and physicians’ statements that seem positive.

The overall appearance of the Fillast site is quite impressive, although much of the one-page space is devoted to advertising the free trial offer. By taking advantage of the free trial, the customer is enrolled into the monthly auto-shipping program, plans that can sometimes be difficult to cancel. The one advantage of enrolment however, is the product is offered at a deeply discounted price of $59.99, compared to the regular cost of $120.00. In addition to this, the customer will also receive free gifts and free trials of other products from time to time.

Unfortunately there is no FAQ section featured nor are any customer testimonials shown. No independent consumer reviews were available at the time of writing either.

Fillast Serum - Product Description

Fillast Serum is a treatment designed for the face and neck area. It is packaged in individual vials, 10 per box, which will each last for ‘several’ applications. The company recommends that the product is applied twice daily, in the morning and evening, or throughout the day as required. Although no full ingredient list is shown for Fillast, the key ingredient seems to be Haluronic Acid (HA), a substance that is produced naturally in the body, but decreases as we age. Fillast Serum works in three ways – by supplementing the natural HA, stimulating HA production and inhibiting the damaging free-radicals in the body. By doing this, Fillast can improve elasticity in the skin, increase vital hydration, reduce dark circles and improve skin texture and tone.

Because there is no ingredient list, it is not known how safe Fillast Serum would be for those with sensitive skin. However, it is stated that Fillast is not known to normally cause irritation.

Fillast Serum - Advantages

• Individual vials of serum decrease the chance of contamination
• Fillast Serum contains Haluronic Acid, an essential skin substance
• The company offers discounted prices
• The Fillast Serum website is user-friendly
• The product appears to have performed well in clinical studies
• A free trial of the product is available
• Fillast Serum is a patented product

Fillast Serum - Drawbacks

• There is no FAQ section on the website
• No customer testimonials are shown
• No full ingredient list is provided
• The website only gives a limited amount of information
• The customer is enrolled in the auto-shipping program when ordering the free trial
• It is unlikely Fillast Serum can ‘literally’ reverse the signs of aging

Fillast Serum - The Bottomline

With no complaints having been filed against the makers of the Fillast line of products, Fillast Serum does seem to be one of the more genuine and effective brands available on the market. It would be helpful to know exactly what other ingredients are in the serum and how much Haluronic Acid is contained in each vial.

As a daily skin care treatment Fillast Serum is a somewhat costly option, even at the discounted price of $59.99 for a one month supply. Without more evidence of positive results and independent reviews, it would be wise to purchase a less expensive HA skin treatment.

The Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener is a beautifully packaged product that has an impressive, website. Including a video presentation of seemingly genuine customer testimonials, the site features a brief explanation of how the product works, and a whole section of written customer success stories.

As the name suggests, Belisi is designed to give an instant lift to the skin which the company claims can equal numerous trips to a clinic for expensive Botox treatments. As the women in the video attest, the product works within seconds and can be worn either under or over makeup and applied at any time of the day.

The Belisi website offers a free trial of the Instant Skin Tightener for $1.00, which includes a bonus gift of the ‘Celebrity Beauty Secrets’ report. Although there does not seem to be any auto-shipping program enrolment attached to this offer, no ‘Terms or Conditions’ are provided so this cannot be confirmed.

Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener - Product Description

Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener contains 12 Anti-aging ‘Mega’ ingredients that target the damaging free-radicals in the skin. By protecting against these with the use of anti-oxidants, the skin becomes less stressed, there is a reduction in inflammation and an increase in cell rejuvenation.

All the ingredients are listed for Belisi and the key ingredients are given brief explanations. Green Tea contained in the product is really the major player, providing anti-oxidant fighting and cell stimulating results. Peppermint oil is used for its anti-inflammatory and purifying properties, while Shea Butter provides moisturizing fatty acids which also have a hypoallergenic effect.

Although there are no clinical studies cited for Belisi, there are details of trials performed on Green Tea that showed positive results when used in skin care products.

Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener - Advantage

• Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener contains proven anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory ingredients
• The Belisi website is user-friendly and includes video testimonials
• The product is offered for a free trial
• The Belisi company donates 10% of proceeds to a breast cancer charity
• The product can be applied any time of the day
• All the ingredients are listed
• Discounted prices are offered for larger orders

Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener - Drawbacks

• The size of the product bottle is not known
• It is unclear whether the product is in cream, gel or serum form
• No exact ingredient amounts are provided
• No ‘Terms and Conditions’ are shown on the company website
• One bottle of Belisi is expensive, costing $70.00
• The product is only available directly from the company website
• No FAQ section is provided

Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener - The Bottomline

A product such as Belisi RX Instant Skin Tightener may give an instant lift to the skin, but it is likely to be temporary, the result of astringents used in the formula such as witch hazel and peppermint. Because no clinical studies are shown, the long term benefits of using the product are not known and although it does contain some powerful anti-oxidants, it may not actually be an alternative to cosmetic procedures such as Botox.

The makers of Tripeptinon, AminoGenesis, describe Tripeptinon as a ‘facelift in a capsule’. The Tripeptinon website shows ‘proof’ in the form of before and after photos, illustrating how the formula eliminates wrinkles, evens the skin tone and reduces sagging with one daily application.

Whilst the Tripeptinon site itself is not overly informative, more details can be found on the AminoGenesis website, along with a lengthy explanation of the role amino acids play in obtaining healthy, wrinkle-free skin. There is a very good FAQ section, plus a list of the other skin care products in the company’s line. Tripeptinon seems to be their best-selling product and was voted as the Editors Choice for ‘Day Spa Magazine’. The product is offered for a free thirty day trial and has a 100% money-back guarantee: unfortunately there are no terms and conditions provided, so it is not known if the consumer is enrolled into an auto-shipping program upon making an order.

Tripeptinon - Product Description

Tripeptinon is a skin care product contained in individual capsules. One capsule is broken and applied to the skin in the evening, after cleansing, for a total of six weeks.

The formula is scientifically based, rather than derived from natural botanicals, and was developed over a number of years by AminoGenesis. Each capsule contains three key ingredients, Caramide 2, Ubiquinone and Amino Acid Oqliopetides. The first ingredient protects and repairs against environmental damage i.e. from the sun, wind etc, and repairs the skins important connective tissues below the surface. Ubiquinone is an anti-oxidant used to fight damaging free radicals in the body whilst the last substance, Oqliopetides, has the function of triggering collagen producing cells to plump and rejuvenate the skin. There are a number of other ingredients listed as being in the formula, most of which moisturize and hydrate the skin. Although all the ingredients are listed in full, no amounts are given and the product does contain fragrance, making it unsuitable for sensitive skin.

Although it seems likely that clinical trials were performed on Tripeptinon during its development, none are mentioned on the website.

Tripeptinon - Advantage

• AminoGenesis presents the product in a professional, user-friendly website
• Tripeptinon has received generally positive consumer feedback
• The product is offered for a 30-day free trial
• Tripeptinon requires only one application per day
• Because each application is in an individual capsule, there is no risk of contamination
• Tripeptinon addresses several aging skin problems
• The website has an informative FAQ section
• The Tripeptinon formula is designed to penetrate the skin

Tripeptinon - Drawbacks

• The free trial may not be adequate time to properly test the product
• No terms and conditions of the trial are provided
• No clinical trials are shown
• The product contains added fragrance
• Tripeptinon is expensive, costing $79.00 for a 40 day supply

Tripeptinon - The Bottomline

Tripeptinon is only available through internet ordering, something not all consumers are comfortable with. However, there does not seem to be any consumer complaints filed against the AminoGenesis company, and it appears they are a genuine, established manufacturer.

Given the active ingredients contained in Tripeptinon, it is likely that over time the product would have a positive effect on some of the signs of aging, although it is probably not the ‘facelift in a capsule’ as claimed. The same results could probably be achieved using a similar but less costly cream or skin serum.

The Eyepothesis eye care system consists of two products designed to rejuvenate the eyes within 20 minutes.

The Eyepothesis website is quite impressive, very easy to navigate and provides a good amount of information for the prospective consumer. The design of the site is clinical looking and all the headings for various sections are clearly labelled. The manufacturers of Eyepothesis provide the usual sections seen on similar sites, such as testimonials and  FAQ’s. The testimonials are very anonymous and are not accompanied by before and after pictures unfortunately.

Eyepothesis is called a ‘youth rejuvenation system’ and according to the website contains a ‘supernutrient cocktail’. Whilst all the ingredients are listed, none of the amounts are shown and there is no clinical trial provided as evidence of successful results.

Eyepothesis - Product Description

The Eyepothesis products are supposed to be used together to achieve optimal results. The ‘Instant Lift Eye Patch’ is a self adhesive patch that is applied just below the eye. It can be worn for as little as 20 minutes, for a quick lift, or can be left in place overnight. This should be followed by the ‘Extended Rejuvenating Eye Crème’, a product to be applied daily.

Both products combine a number of vitamins (E, B5, C and B3), antioxidants such as green tea, flax seed, jojoba and sweet almond oils which provide Omega oils and fatty acids, Longevicell, a wrinkle reducer and Haloxyl, a patented substance that helps fight dark circles under the eye.

Eyepothesis is offered for a free 7-day trial which, if not cancelled, is followed by enrolement into the Eyepothesis membership club i.e. an auto-shipping program, whereby the product is sent to the consumer every thirty days at a cost of $78.41.

Eyepothesis - Advantage

• The Eyepothesis system addresses a number of eye skin care conditions
• The Instant Lift Eye Patch contains patented ingredients
• The Eyepothesis website is attractive and user-friendly
• The website provides customer testimonials
• The product is designed to work within 20 minutes
• Eyepothesis contains free-radical fighting anti-oxidants

Eyepothesis - Drawbacks

• There have been consumer complaints filed against the company regarding billing practises
• No ingredient amounts are shown
• No clinical trials are provided
• It is unlikely that any product can provide an ‘instant’ eye lift
• The product is expensive
• The consumer ordering the free trial is enrolled into the auto-shipping program
• The free trial is only for one week, not adequate time to judge the product

Eyepothesis - The Bottomline

There is no doubt that Eyepothesis does contain many good, beneficial ingredients, although without knowing the exact amounts, it is hard to say how potent the blend would be. The idea of wearing patches under the eyes is novel, although may not be convenient and may even cause some skin irritation.

It is unfortunate that the company has had complaints against them, the most common being that the auto-shipping program is hard to cancel, and credit cards were billed without the consumer receiving the product. It is for this reason, plus the high cost of the product, that Eyepothesis cannot be recommended.

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Dermaxin is a topical “ultimate wrinkle reducing formula”. This intensive skin care product is manufactured by Dermestetics Laboratories, a company that has been renowned for manufacturing anti-aging and cosmetic products. Dermaxin is intended to target all the areas prone to premature signs of aging such as the fine lines that appear around the mouth and eye areas. It promises to increase the collagen in the skin, which is responsible for making the skin appear plumper, plus it stimulates new cell growth, thereby decreasing further signs of aging. The manufacturer cites several clinical studies that were performed on the cream that demonstrated Dermaxin’s ability to cause a 33% reduction of wrinkles in four weeks and improved skin texture and smoothness by 45% in the same time.

Dermaxin - Product Description

Dermaxin boasts an impressive array of ingredients within its base formula. It contains four clinically patented substances: Matrxyl 3000, responsible for producing the aforementioned collagen, Hyaluronic acid, a strong moisturizer, FRESH collagen, and Argireline which is a peptide that relaxes facial tension (which in turn diminishes the chances of developing wrinkles). There are many wrinkle creams on the market today but not many have this powerful combination of proven ingredients.

The full list of Dermaxin ingredients is as follows:  Aqua (Water), Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 (SYN-COLL), Glyceryl Stearate SE, Isopropyl Myristate, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Galactoarabinan, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Dimethyl Sulfone, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Bisabolol, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Liposome Encapsulated), Retinyl Palmitate (Liposome Encapsulated), Tocopheryl Acetate (Liposome Encapsulated), Phospholipids (Liposome Encapsulated), Sodium PCA, Betaine, Sorbitol, Glycine, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Arginine, Lysine, Glutamic Acid , Polysorbate 20, Dimethicone PEG -7 Phosphate, Carbomer, Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Extract, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Panthenol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum (Fragrance).

Dermaxin is encased within a single unit pump-action topped bottle to keep out harmful bacteria. The product needs to be applied to the face twice a day, preferably using the recommended massage technique shown on the website. Massaging skin in this way improves blood flow which revives and refreshes the skin.

Dermaxin - Advantages

• Dermaxin contains four patented substances
• The company offers discounted prices for bulk orders
• The cream has performed well in clinical studies
• The company provides customer testimonials
• The cream helps prevent further signs of aging by stimulating new cell growth
• The cream is suitable for both men and women

Dermaxin - Drawbacks

• A free trial offer for first-time users does not appear to be offered.
• Dermaxin may prove to be a bit pricey for some users considering that the cost is  $139.99 while a discounted online price is available via various e-commerce stores.
• With so many products to choose from, the Dermestetics line could get confusing for those looking to just treat wrinkles.
• Dermaxin is available only through major online and offline retailers.

Dermaxin - The Bottomline

With so many different anti-wrinkle creams and serums on the market these days, it can be a challenge deciding which products are best suited for you. You would be hard pressed to find a more effective anti-aging product than Dermaxin. The product contains an impressive combination of active wrinkle fighting ingredients that are backed by clinical studies. The result is a rapid rejuvenation and a dramatically reduced appearance of wrinkles and other signs of age caused by environmental factors.

While the price tag puts this product out of reach for many, it appears to be an effective option for those willing to pay the price. All in all, this is an appealing product that offers a serious option for those who want to reverse the signs of aging and regain a more youthful appearance.

One of the major problems for many people as they age is the increase in fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and mouth. There are so many ‘miracle’ creams on the market, some better than others, but many of them very expensive, as are surgical treatments and injections. RemovaLine is a wrinkle ‘eraser’ that claims not only be able to instantly remove lines, but also be a serious alternative to Botox.

The RemovaLine company’s basic one page website shows before and after pictures that were taken within minutes of each other, supposedly demonstrating exactly how fast the cream works to tighten the skin. Along with an illustration explaining the structure of the skin and how RemovaLine affects it, there is also a comparison chart to show the advantages of using RemovaLine over Botox treatments.

Although no FAQ section is featured on the site, there are several customer testimonials and information regarding the free trial offer of the RemovaLine product.

RemovaLine - Product Description

No ingredients are listed for RemovaLine on the website. However, there are references to clinical trials performed on a substance called Gabamine (GABA), so it can be assumed that this is included in the cream. GABA is actually a naturally produced muscle relaxant and moisturizer that has been successful in removing fine lines and wrinkles.

No directions are given for application of RemovaLine, but it is known that it can be used under make-up, making it suitable for daytime use.

RemovaLine - Advantages

• RemovaLine is a non-toxic alternative to injected treatments
• The product is offered for a 15 day free trial
• GABA has proved successful in clinical trials
• RemovaLine has an immediate effect on wrinkles
• The website features customer testimonials
• The cream may also include essential amino acids
• Customers enrolled in the auto-shipping program are entitled to a 40% discount
• The website includes before and after photos

RemovaLine - Drawbacks

• No full ingredient list is shown
• The website does not provide a FAQ section
• There is no proof the cream is as effective as Botox
• Customers ordering the free trial are enrolled into the auto-ship program
• No positive reviews are available for RemovaLine on independent websites
• The product is not available from retail stores
• No application instructions are provided

RemovaLine - The Bottomline

While the manufacturers of RemovaLine admit it is not a miracle cream, it is unlikely that it works as immediately as they claim. A product such as RemovaLine may be a good option for anyone not wishing to undergo costly injections and surgeries or who wish to avoid the ‘paralyzed’ look of Botox.

Although RemovaLine is not as costly as similar products ($39.95 per tube) it is still a fairly unknown brand and certainly hasn’t generated a ‘buzz’ on independent beauty websites. It would be more recommended to invest in a known brand with an established reputation.

Skinlastin is the latest brainchild from Dermagevity Skin Care, one of the leading skin care companies in the marketplace. Skinlastin contains a unique product formula that is combined with a generalized micro-penetrating Nanoderm Technology application system, allowing for it to be used over the entire face in a highly targeted and efficient manner. It’s not just an anti-wrinkle cream, either – it also works as a skin-tautening, complexion-brightening toner, much like many cosmetic tinted moisturizers. Skinlastin not only provides a youthful, smooth appearance to the skin like a cosmetic product, but also works under the cellular level of the skin to tighten pores and promote cellular regeneration to reverse the effects of aging.

Skinlastin - Product Description

The principal active ingredients of Skinlastin are mostly a mix of synthetic protein complexes, including Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, a Botox-alternative used to inhibit the contraction of facial muscles (which in turn causes the appearance of wrinkles). As it’s incorporated into Skinlastin as a topical application, this provides a cheaper, safer and less painful alternative to surgical procedures such as Botox and Restalyne. Clinical research shows that this can reduce wrinkles by up to 27% after 30 days, a statistic echoed by Skinlastin’s promise of youthful skin within 30 days.

Skinlastin also contains Hyaluronic Acid, which has similar effects to Acetyl Hexapeptide-8. Matrixyl-3000 is also a powerful ingredient of Skinlastin, which works by using peptides and matrikines to promote collagen production within the skin’s cellular level. This mechanism tightening the pores, tautening the skin (providing a youthful appearance and feel), and strengthening it by due to the stimulation of the production of collagen fibers. Clinical trials have shown that Matrixyl-3000 reduced wrinkle density by 33%, reduced the volume of wrinkles by 23% and the depth of wrinkles by 20%.

The main power center of Skinlastin is its mighty collection of peptide complexes, the most powerful of them all being the compound SYNAKE, which is derived from the extract of Temple Viper snake venom. This works in a similar way to the other Botox-alternatives, but has been optimized to be more powerful as a wrinkle filler and relaxer. Clinical trials have shown that this ingredient has reduced wrinkles by up to 52%, and smoothed skin up to 82%.

No popular anti-aging treatment (or skin cream in general) is complete without a handful of soothing, fragrant botanical extracts, and Skinlastin is no exception. The stars here are Apricot Oil, which moisturizes the skin without a greasy after-effect, and Jojoba Oil, which mimics the skin’s own naturally-occurring sebum. It was originally used as a wound-healing agent, and so has healing, anti-inflammatory properties. But the most intriguing Skinlastin ingredient of all is the Malus Domesticus Fruit Cell Culture (or Skin Stem Cell Serum), derived from the stem cells of an endangered variant of Swiss apple. It promises to rejuvenate the skin, but also to protect against environmental damage from free radicals.

It’s recommended that Skinlastin be applied twice daily after cleansing, but only a small amount is needed for target problem areas. Its application is fairly simple and only requires using fingertips, which is easy for new Skinlastin users to adapt to. Since it’s also a single-step system, Skinlastin takes away the hassle of similar products, which are time-consuming, more expensive and more complicated to deal with.

Skinlastin - Advantages

• SkinLastin uses some of the latest clinically patented skin care ingredients
• The product utilizes a cutting edge unique delivery system
• The product has the ability to immediately reduce facial tension, relaxing wrinkles
• Clinical trials have been performed successfully on many of the products key ingredients
• Skinlastin addresses a number of facial skin problems
• Product is Hypoallergenic
• Positive customer testimonials
• Thirty-day guarantee

Skinlastin - Drawbacks

• The official manufacturer website (Dermagevity.com) lists pricing and shipping in U.S. dollars only.
• Retail price of over $99 may limit the availability to the general population while a discounted online price of less can be had online via various e-commerce stores.
• No free sample is provided by the manufacturer

Skinlastin - The Bottomline

Skinlastin does pack in a lot of powerful ingredients, and balances just the right amount of synthetic, perfectly-optimized protein complexes with soothing, fragrant botanical extracts. The perfect marriage of the two is in the aforementioned Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture, an optimized, protein complex derived from a botanical extract. The powerhouse of Skinlastin’s ingredients clearly speak for themselves, but if this isn’t enough, the product is presented as a one-step application system, eliminating the fuss that many other big-name brands enforce with multi-step systems; with Skinlastin, it’s simply “apply and go.” Overall, Skinlastin appears to be a high performance anti-aging wrinkle cream that should leave you pleased with the results.

Eyelastin is manufactured by Dermagevity Skin Care. The company produces a wide variety of highly sophisticated beauty products and cosmetics. The company’s roots are based on the creation of product formulas that harness clinically proven ingredients and breakthrough delivery systems that reduce the appearance and accelerate the healing of common beauty imperfections. With that in mind, it’s no surprise that Eyelastin’s main active ingredients are patented, powerful synthetic peptide complexes. 

Eyelastin - Product Description

Eyelastin is a product specifically designed to address the under eye dark circles and puffiness sometimes associated with age, lack of sleep, heredity, and unhealthiness. Eyelastin came to market after years of research utilizing a special proprietary delivery system called ‘Nanoderm Technology.’  This patented process speeds up the delivery and penetration of the products ingredients in a highly targeted and efficient manner.  The product features a unique blend of clinically proven ingredients that not only reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eyes (also know as raccoon eyes), but also has age-fighting ingredients like Vitamin K and Hyaluronic Acid, which help to eliminate fine lines and wrinkles, and rejuvenates the skin-like a modern day ‘fountain of youth’.

Eyelastin - Advantages

• Eyelastin contains a number of patented formulas
• Eyelastin utilizes a cutting edge patented delivery system
• Eyelastin can dramatically reduce dark under eye discoloration and puffiness. A reduction of puffiness of the eyes with Eyelastin can be seen within a week and faded dark circles soon after.
• Maximum benefits with Eyelastin can be reached within three weeks with daily use.
• Eyelastin is simple to use twice a day morning and night on clean skin with upwards and outer motions under your creams or make up for a simple regime.

Eyelastin - Drawbacks

• Official website lists pricing and shipping in U.S. dollars only.
• Retail store price of over $89 may limit the availability to the general population while discounted online prices of less can be had via various e-commerce stores.
• No free sample is provided by the manufacturer.

Eyelastin - The Bottomline

Eyelastin has been found to also strengthen the tiny blood vessels around the eyes to help eliminate future discoloration. Using Eyelastin daily will help to correct the tired and fatigued eye lids which helps to eliminate the “hooded” eyelids look. Eyelastin moisturizes and hydrates well giving the skin a more silky, smooth, healthy glow.  This product will firm and tone the areas around your eye to help lift and restore the eye skin to a more restful and youthful appearance. Some users may find it a bit pricier than regular eye creams or lotions, but effectively fighting dark eye circles and saving time while doing so cannot be done without clinically proven ingredients.

Undamage is a product that has been developed specifically for the skin problems experienced by smokers. It is well known that smoking, apart from being extremely bad for internal health, can also have devastating effects on the skin causing it to age faster than in non-smokers. Undamage targets the areas that are affected most by smoking, i.e. fine lines on the upper lip, the forehead, cheeks and around the eyes.

The Undamage website has a video message that provides some information for the prospective consumer, but generally the site is lacking much detail about the product. Basically, it explains not only the damage smoking causes to the skin, but the six steps smokers must take in order to repair and prevent further harm.

As stated by plastic surgeon Dr. Greg DeLange, the six steps are to strengthen the capillaries, fight inflammation and irritation, support collagen and elastin replacement, neutralize free-radicals in the body, deeply moisturize and prevent future damage. The official site does not provide a full ingredient list for the product but does claim that the ingredients for each step are ‘clinically proven’ to work. No actual evidence of this is shown however.

While the website is attractive and somewhat ‘clinical’ in its appearance, it fails to provide an FAQ section or customer testimonials and no information is given as to how often the cream should be applied. Also, although there is a free trial offer, no mention is made as to how to simply order the product, how much it costs and the quantity of each bottle.

Undamage Deep Reconstructive Serum - Product Description

Fortunately, some independent retail sites that carry Undamage provide more useful information for the product than the official site, one even showing the actual product label. Although no amounts are given, it seems that Undamage uses four main ingredients to address the six repair steps mentioned above. The substance Lanacityn provides an all-day barrier that also promotes cell renewal, Alvadine, a seaweed derivative, detoxifies the skin organ and soothes irritation, Canadian Willow herb extract works as an anti-inflammatory, again soothing redness and irritation and finally EUK-134 prevents DNA damage and is responsible for fighting free-radicals.

According to retail sites, Undamage is to be used twice a day, morning and evening, presumably after skin cleansing. It is not clear if the serum can be used under make-up and whether it can be used in conjunction with other moisturizers.

Undamage Deep Reconstructive Serum Advantage

• Undamage targets the skin damage caused by smoking
• A free trial is offered
• The product has a 100% 30-day money back guarantee
• The website is attractive and user-friendly
• Undamage is available on independent retail sites at discount prices

Undamage Deep Reconstructive Serum Drawbacks

• No clinical studies are shown to have been performed on Undamage
• The site has no FAQ section
• The ingredients are not shown on the Undamage website
• No application instructions are given
• No independent consumer reviews can be found on the internet
• The website does not encourage quitting smoking
• The product is expensive

Undamage Deep Reconstructive Serum - The Bottom Line

Despite the claims that Undamage can repair the damage done through even decades of smoking, it fails to provide any real evidence and any ‘before and after’ photos shown seem to be somewhat exaggerated.

It certainly wouldn’t hurt to add an extra step in the skin care routine to fight lines and wrinkles caused by smoking, but Undamage is unlikely to be any sort of miracle product. The company should really provide more ingredient information about their product if they expect consumers to try it, particularly for those that have skin sensitivities. And even though the product can be bought for less than the regular $139.00 price (it was seen for as little as $79.00), it is still too much to spend on a serum that seems too good to be true.

Nightskin is a facial serum specifically designed to be used at night to help ‘turn back the clock’. Developed by a reputable cosmetic surgeon Dr. Arthur W. Perry, the serum is likened to a ‘multivitamin’ for the skin.

The Nightskin website is a very clean and clinical looking site that has easy to read information, a good FAQ section and details regarding Dr. Perry who, as well as being a practising surgeon, also hosts a healthy living radio show and authored a book called ‘Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery’. No customer testimonials are shown on the site, although there are generally favorable independent consumer reviews to be found elsewhere on the internet.

Nightskin - Product Description

The Nightskin serum works by using a formula consisting of small molecules that are easily absorbed by the skin to target the problem areas. The serum address many facial skin issues such as fine lines, wrinkles, age spots (or discoloring) and even dark circles. It is particularly beneficial for use at night due to the fact that some of the ingredients are light sensitive and therefore not so potent during the daytime.

The website for Nightskin lists only four ingredients for the serum although it is not known whether these are the only substances in it or simply those that are active. To diminish fine lines and decrease discoloration in the skin, Nightskin contains Retinyl Propionate, a form of vitamin A that, as mentioned, loses some of its potency in daylight. To act as a non-harsh but effective exfoliant, Glycolic acid is added plus L-Ascorbic acid, a type of vitamin C is used for its anti-oxidant skin damage reducing properties. Finally, for gentle skin lightening a herbal licorice extract is included in the formula.

The manufacturers of Nightskin claim that within one week of regular use, the consumer can expect a significant improvement in skin texture, reduction of adult acne and an increase in skin moisture. It is recommended that Nightskin is used every night after thoroughly cleansing and removing make-up.

Nightskin Advantage

• Nightskin has received good consumer reviews
• The website is attractive and user-friendly
• The developer Dr. Perry is a reputable cosmetic surgeon
• The serum addresses a number of skin problems
• The serum is in a pump-dispenser to cut down on bacterial contamination
• Discounts are given on larger orders
• The company offers a 30-day money back guarantee
• The ingredients are specifically for night-time use

Nightskin - Drawbacks

• No full ingredient list is given
• The consumer would require a separate day-time cream
• Some consumers may experience skin irritation at first
• The serum is expensive, costing $49.95 for 1floz

Nightskin - The Bottomline

While it may be preferable, and certainly more affordable, to use a cream to help signs of aging, it is doubtful as to whether a serum such as Nightskin could really have the same effects as Botox or cosmetic surgery. However, for those that use an anti-wrinkle cream anyway, Nightskin does seem like a good choice and judging from consumer feedback, would be worth spending that little bit extra money.

Eyetopia is a product designed to specifically target darkness under the eyes. The official Eyetopia website is a very basic one page information sheet with no extra sections or links.

The website shows that Eyetopia was developed by Dr. Cynthia Boxrud, a seemingly reputable plastic surgeon who specializes in eyelid surgery and dark circles. The actual cream was researched for over ten years by Boxrud and claims to be clinically tested and successful, although no proof is actually shown here.

The few details on the site explain the reasons as to why one may experience darkness under the eyes which contrary to popular belief, are not always caused by tiredness or lack of sleep. Rather, it is generally hereditary, or may be due to allergies or thin skin.

The site does not feature any consumer testimonials not is there a FAQ section. It is stated that the cream has been seen in a number of major magazines including Elle, More, O magazine and Prevention, but again, there is no proof of this or links to the articles.

Eyetopia - Product Description

Eyetopia is a patented formula that improves discolouring under the eyes by strengthening the capillaries and reducing darkness to achieve long term improvements. It is unfortunate that the company chooses not to show an ingredient list, particularly for those experiencing allergies or sensitive skin. The product is not said to be hypo-allergenic, although it is safe for use by contact lens wearers.

There is no information given as to how often the cream should be applied, whether it can be worn under make-up or used under a regular eye cream.

Eyetopia Advantage

• Eyetopia is a PH balanced, patented formula
• The product is claimed to be clinically tested
• Dr. Cynthia Boxrud has a good reputation in the industry
• Eyetopia is available for a free trial
• The cream is designed to result in long-term improvements

Eyetopia - Drawbacks

• The Eyetopia website is not informative
• No ingredients are shown for the product
• The consumer is enrolled for auto-shipment when ordering the free trial
• The cream is expensive at a cost of $90.00 for a 60 day supply
• No customer testimonials are shown
• There is no FAQ section
• There are no links to the magazine articles that featured Eyetopia
• There are no independent consumer reviews available on the internet

Eyetopia - The Bottomline

It does seem that Dr. Boxrud may have indeed produced a good treatment - it is just unfortunate that the consumer is not given any information. Consumers can view another website featuring Dr. Boxrud’s eye care range, where they can also purchase the Eyetopia cream at less cost than on the official Eyetopia site.

Anyone interested in this product would certainly be advised to try and glean some more information about the ingredients by contacting the company directly. They should be aware though that, if taking advantage of the free offer, they will begin to be sent Eyetopia every two months, and billed the full price if they don’t cancel the order promptly.

The Hydroleyes product is designed to not only target the dark circles under the eyes but also help eliminate wrinkles and fine lines.

The cream is manufactured by Longevity LLC, a company that produces a range of health and wellness goods, including some dubious mood elevating and sexual performance improving products. They do present their Hydroleyes product in a good, informative and attractive way however and the website is very user-friendly and well designed.

Included on the site are illustrations of how the product works, which is by strengthening the capillaries in the delicate eye area, where the skin is thinner than elsewhere. It discusses why dark circles appear and show details of clinical trials that were performed on Hydroleyes, where 72% of women showed a significant improvement.

Hydroleyes - Product Description

Hydroleyes is a combination of two patented products, Haloxyl and Matrixyl 3000. The latter product targets the fine lines around the eyes and can reduce wrinkles and boost skin collagen by up to 68%. Unfortunately there is no information on the site regarding other ingredients in the cream, or even good explanations for the two complexes. However, it is known that the cream does contain a number of natural ingredients including green tea, grapeseed extract and soy lecithin plus glycerin and hyaluronic acid. The amounts of each contained in the cream are not known. Also lacking on the site is any information as to how and when the cream should be applied and how long the user must wait before seeing results.

Hydroleyes Advantage

• Hydroleyes contains two patented ingredients
• The product addresses fine lines and wrinkles in addition to dark circles
• The product is guaranteed for 30-days
• The site illustrates how the product works
• Hydroleyes contains a number of natural ingredients
• Hydroleyes e has performed well in clinical trials

Hydroleyes - Drawbacks

• Longevity LLC has complaints filed against them for billing complications
• No application details are provided
• There is no ingredient list on the Hydroleyes website
• No FAQ section is shown
• No free trial is offered for Hydroleyes

Hydroleyes - The Bottomline

It is great that the company provides clinical trials for Hydroleyes, but unfortunately there are too many dubious aspects regarding the manufacturers to be able to comfortably recommend it. When leaving the website the consumer is suddenly offered a 50% discount off the cream, which normally retails for $49.99. Most respectable companies do not have to use tactics like this in order to sell their products.

Moreover, it is a concern that there are so many complaints on independent consumer forums regarding the Longevity company (which also manufacture pet products!), most of which regard their poor billing and cancellation process. This alone is a reason to avoid purchasing Hydroleyes.

Many women (and some men) are looking for a way to improve the signs of aging in the skin around their eyes. Because the skin in this area is so much thinner than in other places, it tends to age quicker, become puffy and maybe develop unattractive dark circles. Eyevive (manufactured by Dermestetics) is a cream designed to treat this area and hopefully leave the user looking younger and more refreshed. Dermestetics has developed a number of highly recognizable brands of skin care products within the past few years. Dermestetics offers a very wide range of products that cover everything from your standard moisturizers to wrinkle reducing creams. Nearly all of the Dermestetics products are hypoallergenic and contain many all-natural ingredients.The official Eyevive website is very impressive and easy to navigate. The Eyevive product is described in detail and even offers a full array of customer reviews. The manufacturer also employs high-end animated graphics to showcase the before and after shots of the effects of the Eyevive product. Something that sets the product line apart is the fact that they have a special area where you can view clinical studies about all of the ingredients contained within the product. This section can really help a consumer form an opinion about the products.

Eyevive - Product Description

Eyevive claims to work within one month and addresses a number of skin problems including crow’s feet, puffiness and sagging. The ingredients contained within the product are intended to revitalize and ‘brighten’ the skin and also neutralize free radicals to prevent further aging. The Eyevive product’s ingredients are presented in extreme detail with the clinical studies outlines and referenced. We are happy to see that this product contains no artificial colors, fragrances or cheap paraben preservatives. These are all shockingly common in many beauty products and have been shown to cause skin irritation and redness for some users. It is recommended that the Eyevive cream be applied gently to the eye area twice a day to clean skin.

Eyevive Advantage

• EyeVive has received extremely positive independent reviews
• The website shows a number of customer testimonials
• The cream prevents further skin damage by fighting free radicals
• EyeVive is contained in a pump-topped bottle, preventing air and bacteria from reaching the cream
• The cream can be used on all facial skin areas
• The cream is designed to produce results within one month

Eyevive - Drawbacks

• The Official website lists pricing and shipping in U.S. dollars only.
• Retail price of over $90 may limit the availability to the general population while a discounted online price of less can be had online via various e-commerce stores.
• No free sample is provided by the manufacturer
• “Difficult to find in offline stores because of tight online distribution sales restrictions.

Eyevive - The Bottomline

With a high end product formula, great reviews and backed by research, Eyevive appears to be a high performance beauty product that should leave you pleased with the results. The respected luxury of the Dermestetics brand of products are certainly not lost with the Eyevive product. Positive reviews and a strong brand reputation go a long way to recommend the Eyevive product. If you appreciate the value of a high end beauty product, Eyevive, with its natural ingredients, efficient application and high reviews may be the miracle in a jar for those seeking the elimination of  unattractive puffy and dark eye circles.

Many people suffer from dark circles under their eyes which can be due to a number of different factors including lifestyle, illness or even genetics. Revitalume is a product that promises to eradicate dark circles permanently to leave the user looking refreshed, younger and less stressed.The official information for Revitalume can be found on the website Dark Circles.net and is very comprehensive. It provides not only product details and FAQ’s but also additional information regarding the reasons for the problem, make up tips and natural remedies like the use of teabags and cucumbers (which they recommend in addition to Revitalume).

The FAQ section answers mostly questions concerning the use of Revitalume and expected results plus ordering and shipping details. There are some customer testimonials but no accompanying before and after photos.

Revitalume - Product Description

Revitalume is a blend of natural botanical and vasoprotective ingredients that are designed to cure circles under the eyes by strengthening the delicate eye area skin, reducing capillaries and icreasing collagen production. The site does provide a full ingredient list which includes the anti-inflammatory hesperidin methyl chalcone, anti-oxidant chrysin, palmitoyl oligopeptide and tetrapeptide-3 which stimulates collagen production and cucumber extract for gentle bleaching and soothing. The cream also contains a number of ingredients to condition the skin such as vitamins E and C and aloe vera.

Directions for Revitalume are simple – it should be applied sparingly to clean, dry skin twice a day, and is presumably suitable for use under make up.

Revitalume Advantage

• Revitalume is offered for a free 30-day trial
• The product is 100% guaranteed
• The product is designed to produce results in as little as two or three days (although the website states that it may take up to 30 days for some users)
• The website provides an FAQ section and customer testimonials
• The Dark Circles.net site provides a good amount of extra information regarding the condition
• Revitalume reduces the chance of future darkness appearing in the eye area by strengthening the skin
• The Revitalume Health Rewards program gives the customer a 23.1% discount on all orders
• The bottle has a pump-top, cutting down the chances of bacteria reaching the product

Revitalume - Drawbacks

• It is unlikely that the cream will start working immediately as claimed
• No ingredient amounts are known
• There are no independent reviews available for Revitalume on the internet
• The product is only available directly from the website
• The customer is signed up for the auto-billing service when ordering the free trial bottle

Revitalume - The Bottomline

Revitalume is a relatively new product, having been launched in September 2008, which may explain the lack of independent reviews available. However, Revitalume does contain some active ingredients that would certainly improve the condition of the eye area skin, giving the user a more youthful appearance.

Whilst Revitalume is offered at a reasonable price, costing $64.95 for a two month supply (if used according to instructions) it is still a lot of money to spend on a product with little performance history.

Hormonal Therapy

This type of therapy is effective in increasing muscle mass and stimulating immune system and strengthening it as well as raises the libido. Apart From these hormones other hormone that reduces as the age progresses are DHEA and melatonin. It has studied that DMEA encourage immune system, improves memory, increases muscles mass, sexual appetite and also improves the skin texture. DHEA was in certain debate of causing certain type of cancer particularly prostate and breast cancer. Along with it some minor effects like acne formation has also been noticed.

On the other hand, Melatonin a hormone is believed to act as anti-oxidants that work in brain. This hormone is associated with sleep and circadian rhythms. It works effectively in slowing down the aging process and many age related effects. Since it is not yet entirely proven for its effects, it may also lead to disorders related to sleep like nightmare and vivid dreams. This hormone also believed to cause more damage to asthma.

When such things are taking place with artificial alteration with the internal environment of the body then one may thing of natural way to treat though slowly effective. Some simple but helpful tips and information regarding some significant herbs can reduce your aging worries.

Herbal therapies

Allium sativa commonly called as garlic is believed to work best in heart stroke prevention but it also amends texture and tone of skin. In addition, it also favors activation the functioning of liver and digestive system and also handles heart diseases and high blood pressure problem. One of the herbs that are effective in lowering and treating stressful emotions and sad feeling is Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus). This herb is believed to relieve mental as well as physical performance, it also favors in treating memory loss problem, chronic fatique. This inturn helps in maintaining skin texture and ultimately prevents early aging. Ginkgo biloba also works in similar manner as Siberian ginseng. It increases blood circulation and relieves from depression and other visual problems.

Natural foods that include avocados, almonds, Bananas, as well as coconut are certain food items that support such conditions that causes aging. gotu kola (Centella asiatica) one of the herb helps in stimulating nervous system and brain cells as well as it assists in fortifying immune system.

Particularly in china medicines aging is referred to as yin deficiency. For this jing tonics may be effective. One needs to consume moisturizing foods like potatoes, walnuts, black sesame seeds, flax seeds, millet, barley soup, tofu, mung beans, wheat germ, and spirulina are advised to take.

The aging process is natural and therefore before going for any of the treatment it is important to consult doctor who will advice you properly suitable to your skin type.

Some of the effective ways that will help you to bring down aging process are as follows:

Caloric restriction

Caloric restriction is one of the effective means of retarding aging process. Caloric restrictions as the name suggest means restriction on calories intake in the diet. Though less calories but should fulfill the need of nutritious diet. The study reveals that this technique works in reducing longevity upto 50% and also benefit in keeping the body fit. But many people may not able to stick to one diet.

The researchers are making their endless efforts to lengthen the span of life by searching for an alternative to caloric restriction diet. This can be possible if such a component is discovered that can mimic caloric restriction diet well but no such target has yet been successful till now. Just recent research finds a small molecule that acts as an activator of sirtuins that is able to mimic caloric restriction diet.

Nutritional supplements

For long youthful life, include nutritional food with high multivitamins are required. In general, nutritional deficiency is that relates with aging process involves B vitamins, folic acid, vitamins A and C, calcium, chromium, magnesium, zinc, iron and some traces of other minerals. When stomach acid lowers down the formula of gelatin capsules with powdered multivitamins have proved to be helpful in digestion, it is suggested to use. As free radicals are also responsible for aging process these are produced by the reactive oxygen species. This reactive oxygen species are released as by products in the process when oxygen is used to make energy in human cells.

In order to agitate against these free radicals, anti-oxidants are found to work against it. These are available in form of tablets and are present in some skin products that effectively fight against them. Some of the general anti-oxidants are named as vitamins A, C, and E, whereas Co-enzyme Q10 combined with vitamin C acts as good anti-oxidants. The weak side of such products depicts that there is no such guarantee for the working of these products. Further these have less side-effects not much severe. So, in comparison with vitamin supplements anti-oxidants are more much healthy and effective in slowing down the aging process.

These were the preliminary treatment that you can add in your efforts of delaying aging process. Along with these other remedies are herbal treatment, hormonal treatments, telomerase therapy, that will favor you in increasing your life span.

How to prevent aging?

After discussing these healthy means of lengthening life span, it is known that long life span can delay aging process to much extent. Living healthy, eating nutritious, active regular exercise, keeping away from stressful life, a perfect hold on habits like smoking, drinking excess alcohol and happy living all favors in increasing life span and preventing early unwanted aging. Water forms major part of our body and hence should prefer drinking enough water to keep all the impurities and dirt away. Use low caloric and less sugar diet and include more nutritious food.

These are some effective and natural ways that can help you to delay aging with the increase your life span.

The extraction involved in these two types of extraction favors a good supportive in maintaining the nutritive and healing properties of oils. Generally it is observed that when refined oils are heated or even when they are extracted with strong and harsh solvents, they lose their beneficial properties. These two extraction methods are suitable only for some selected oils.

The therapy involved for salad dressing is similar to plant based oils that are preferred for skin care treatment. As compared to other methods that are used in extraction of oils, these two methods called as cold pressed and expeller pressed are more expensive methods to obtain refined oils.

The products that are naturally produced and are grown organically are more expensive. In addition as it is organically certified, it guarantees for that the material used in it is free from pesticides, herbicides, other controversial additives. Since most of the company do not unwrap the methods and extraction used, but it gains the impression that their consumers will become an avid label reader.

There are some beauty oils that are generally seen in most of the anti-aging products. As these oils are available individually in market, it has become an easy task to use these oils for home remedies and also can search for these on labels while purchasing such products.

Kalahari Oil

It works effectively in rejuvenating elasticity and gets penetrated easily through skin pores thus helps the sebum to dissolve properly as well as proper washing of it. It contains good content of omega 6 and 9 essential fatty acids and also maintains a perfect balance of moisture in the skin.

Marula Oil

It is a good source of anti-oxidants and serves as best remedy for treating wrinkles. It readily gets absorbed deeply that forms a protective moisture coating, thus keeping skin hydrated for long time. It mends skin tissues and thus raises the softness and smoothness of skin. It also works effectively in decreasing redness and trans-epidermal water loss. All these properties favor to improve skin cells and skin texture, ultimately enhancing beauty.

Rosehip Seed Oil

This oil works against wrinkle formation and favors in rejuvenating skin tissues. It is rich source of vitamins C and helps in regeneration of skin cells. It gets absorbed easily in the skin and act as good solution for anti-aging products. Further, this oil is not suggested for acne or oily skin treatment.

Walnut Oil

It assists in preventing wrinkles and also regenerate skin tissues, tone and moistens damaged and dry skin well.

Make sure that you maintain perfect oil storage level in skin. Avoid eating too much of oily food and prefer healthy and nutritious oil. Maintaining a good diet as well as hydrating body and regular exercise will make body healthy and beautiful.

Some of the best ingredients that one should check for on the skin care products are as follows:

Aangamik DMG: The dietary supplements that stimulate the immune system and work in overall development of health and beauty as it assist in good circulation, cardiovascular and neurological functioning. They also facilitate muscles recovery and endurance. DMG are called as dimethylglycine, an effective nutrient that is found in plants and animals cells and works as good nutrients. It greatly supports and stimulates immune system that works in utilizing oxygen working at cellular level.

DMG controls the lactic acid production in muscles. This fastens the recovery process after strenuous exercise and ultimately improving endurance. In all DMG favors good working of immune system that benefits everyone of all age and regardless of any type of activity level. These tablets are sweet with great taste chewable tablets when combined with xylitol.

Acia: energy booster

The natural energy booster Acai that forms a great powerful energy booster blend when combined with natural super fruit, organic acia, along with other natural energy compounds like green tea, guarana, patented Chocamine, dark chocolate extract and Yerba mate.

It works effectively combined with minerals like chromium and B12, and vitamin B are essential for controlling blood sugar levels. Rice bran and stevia leaf crystals contain soluble organic bases as natural energy formula that stimulates healthy energy boosters.

Alfalfa leaf

It is also called Medicago sativa that is a perennial herb found in Middle East. This herb effectively absorbs minerals from soil as compared to other plants due to its deep root system. It is due to this property alfalfa is abundant in vitamins and other minerals and also chlorophyll. This herb contains organic alfalfa particularly the leaf cap and therefore is rich in herbicides residues.

Alpha GPC: It is a phospholipids metabolite that resides in neuronal membranes. It is also known as choline alfoscerate. Alpha GPC is prepared from lecithin and is absorbed properly as it penetrates through blood brain barrier. It also assists in proper brain functioning by enhancing the production and secretion of acetylcholine. It is believed to protect neurons that ultimately improves the signal transmission and serves as good precursor to membrane phospholipids.

BrewersYeast: It is well used in improving the content of vitamin B, proteins and minerals. It is rich in essential nutrients that supports the growth, development and favors long lasting vigor. Due to its unusual flavor and taste many has escaped from its advantageous properties. Now days it is conveniently available with advanced formula and taste making it more highly nutritious product so that majority can take more and more advantage of it. These are usually used in enhancing the production of enzymes that provides a good assistance for digestive system.

Catnip tea: It is well known named in relation to cats as it ancient Roman cooks and physicians were long time familiar with the plant. It provides with sweet odor similar to mint and acts as good stimulants. Due to its stimulant properties it is used as good soothing relaxing beverage in form if tea.

Serums: The aqueous cosmetic serums externally produced serves as good moisturizing lotions that form a good mixture of various nutrients and plant extracts. It is readily taken by the skin and acts as an effective moisturizer that makes the skin soft by replenishing it properly.

These are some effective supplementary diets that adds flavor to your beauty and health.

The hidden scenario in every ones home was men were using women creams to make their skin more glowing. But with the modern era and availability of new men products in market, they started using products for their skin. Steadily they use to spend more time in salon for skin care.

Nevertheless today more products are available for men to make their skin more attractive and glowing. Men skin is more thick and tough as compared to women. Women have delicate and little thin layer of skin collagen than men.

The thin layer of skin collagen makes skin delicate and more prone to other skin products like premature aging. Whereas thick layer of collagen prevents skin from drying and early aging, this keeps the skin more protected from external factors like sunrays, free radicals and other factors. But that does not mean that men do not face sunburns and other skin problems, they do face sunburns if exposed to sun rays for longer time. It is important to take care to avoid further skin problems.

Now day’s ant-aging products are also available for men also. The ingredients used in anti-aging products are effective on men as well as on women. The ingredients containing serums spiked with plant derivatives such as Ginkgo biloba, rosemary, and schisandra, evening primrose, St. John’s wort, and even others are effective skin ingredients that act as good anti-oxidants, peptides, vitamins and amino acid. These provide good nourishment and moisture that assist in reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

The anti-aging products are framed with natural foods, essential oils and other herbal extracts. These contain natural hydrators that moisten skin and reduce fine lines. Other ingredients like white birch bark extract that are rich in vitamins and anti-oxidants that are effective in treating melanoma and sun damaged skin. It has a power to enhance the production of ceramide and collagen and can prevent the loss of collagen structure.

Another ingredient like derma e also includes anti-oxidants and also contains olive oil, high level of oleic, Palmitic and linoleic fatty acid that serves as good moisturizing cream. All these ingredients and many more acts as good anti-aging suppressing ingredients.

In addition to these it is also important to see whether it suits your skin or not. Skin that is more sensitive and delicate is more prone to certain allergic factors that may be present in these anti-aging products.

Men skin may also show some type of allergic effects that is related to internal hormonal environment. The appearance of scars and sunburns, formation of fine lines and wrinkle formation are all the signs of aging that may be due to many external factors. These factors cause premature aging and make you look older then you actually are. You can avoid the premature aging naturally by keeping some important things in mind in your daily lifestyle. Practicing daily exercise, eating healthy food more of including green vegetables and fruits those act as good anti-oxidants that fights against. More pulses and sprouts and other food rich in protein content are good for health.

Therefore, if you care your skin from early ages then you can delay early aging problems. Or else you can also go for anti-aging treatment that is also effective in treating skin wrinkles and aging problems.

Eating fresh fruits regularly prominently enrich your skin texture and make it glow. In diet there should be perfect ratio of foods taking balanced diet will help to keep the skin texture firm and make cells strong. Perfect quantity of vitamins, proteins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats and other substances contributes healthy diet not only for your health but also for beautiful skin.

Non-vegetarians take good content of proteins in their diet whereas vegans have to additionally include proteins and other mineral in their diet. Therefore one has to get into healthy and nutritious diet for good and attractive skin texture. Those who keep away from junk, oily fatty, packed and saturated food are most likely to get less skin problems. The skin conditions like acne, pimples and related problems are usually due to hormonal imbalance. Diet can also cause these problems to some extent.

Some important things to be considered

It has been found sugary substances damage the skin structure and on the other hand carbohydrates are main source of sugar. Fruits, dairy products that include most of healthy diet contain more sugar content therefore it is important to limit and timely check the sugar amount to maintain skin structure.

In general vegetarian diet lacks appropriate proportion of proteins. Therefore, vegans should additionally increase more protein intake by increasing pulse, sprouts, dairy products, and whole grains. Soybean also makes a good source of nutrition and also nourishes skin texture.

Studies depicts that vitamin E is important for protecting skin from free radicals. It fights against the free radicals that destroy skin collagen network and makes it to sag. In addition to this vitamin C also acts as good anti-oxidants that defend against the factors that cause aging.

Our body requires nourishment and nutrition to keep healthy similarly skin too requires extra nourishing factors that can provide skin’s essential elements. Including coriander leaves, mint, turmeric, holy basil and other herbs give perfect nourishing to skin and makes it look healthy and attractive.

In fluids our body is made of major portion of water and therefore it is important to drink enough fluids to keep skin moist. It also includes easy flow of fluids to various parts of body and good excretion of waste products from body. This will allow skin to get better supply of essential substances and appear it to glow.

Now days skin diet are also recommended by beauty experts that includes multivitamins like vitamin pills and syrup. These are restricted to some circumstances as to over doses can also cause damage to health and as skin.

Many herbs like Neem, Ginseng, Yebra mate, Spirulina act as good antioxidants that provides a good rejuvenation to dermal cells. Therefore along with health diet it is also important to take skin diet too that will keep you look younger and attractive for long period.

For sun burns

If your skin has undergone sunburns and tanning, cucumber has lots to do in reducing that effect. Take a cucumber, peel it and grate it well to take out juice. Collect the juice in a bowl and mix it with rose water and glycerin both in same amount (1/2 teaspoon). Now apply this mixture on the sunburn portion of skin. This will give a soothing glorious effect to your skin.

For cracked heels

If your heels bear cracks then you need to give it special treatment to avoid further painful effects. For natural treatment you can mix molten paraffin wax with some mustard oil. Then apply this mixture on your cracked heels and let it leave for the night. Make sure before applying this, your heels are well cleaned and exfoliated to keep away from dirt and debris that may add hindrance in heeling process. Do this for several nights that will provide you with soothing effects making heals smooth.

The alternative method to this is by massaging heels with coconut oil. After proper massaging keep the foot in warm water for few minutes and then clean it by gently rinsing. Then take mixture of half teaspoon of lemon juice, half hand henna, 10 hibiscus flowers and apply this on your foot. Wash it well and experience the soothing and smooth effect.

Body Massage

Body massaging stimulates the nerves cells by activating blood circulation. It provides a good massaging to the nerves and gives a radiant effect on your skin. For natural massaging use mixture of coconut oils along with other essential oils like lavender, rosemary, etc. these gives a soothing and stimulating effect.

Smooth skin

For smooth skin structure you can apply same amount of mixture of glycerin and lemon juice. Try this for atleast a month especially those with rough palm, you will experience smooth skin. You can rub lemon peel on your hands and feet that will help to remove scars. After a month of continuous use your skin may be scars free.

Eyes care

The simple home care that you can give to your delicate eyes is by using simple natural ingredients that will be helpful in protecting eye skin. Prepare a blend of cucumber and potato juice and soak cotton by dipping cotton wads in it. Then keep it on your eyelids and let it be for some hours. Rinse the eyes gently and pat dry it. Give a smooth massaging with baby oil around your eyes skin. Practice it for atleast a month and experience the soothing effect.

You can make your eyelashes thick and long by using castor oil over your eyelashes giving a thin coat before going to bed. This will make your eyelashes more strong and sooth your eyes with cool touch.

Relieve your eyes from dark circles that may be due to mental stress or any type of strain by giving gentle massage to your eyes. Use coconut oil for massaging regularly particularly before going to bed that will help you to reduce your dark circles.

These tips seem to be simple but are very effective that help to improve your beauty and make you look young and beautiful.

If you are seriously concern about your skin, then you need to take serious steps to care your skin problems and prevent them by following some essential tips regarding beauty care. We know that everyone gets older and skin age but we can delay the process by adopting healthy means to keep skin younger and flexible.

The skin texture gets affected by number of factors like sun rays, free radicals, polluted air, that causes declination of collagen and elastin that makes skin to sag. Sagging skin results due to reduction in moisture level of skin that makes skin to dry. Such drying of skin loses the flexibility of skin that gives rise to wrinkle formation. Formation of wrinkles after particular age is acceptable but many times it occurs at early ages. Such wrinkle formation is called premature aging.

Sun rays: The harmful ray like UV rays disrupts the skin collagen network and makes skin to sag that result to wrinkle formation. Therefore it is advised to protect your skin from direct sun rays.
Prevention: For protecting your skin from sunrays use sunscreen protection by appropriate SPF of 15-30. Make sure that you cover your skin from cloth before going outside.

Free radicals: Some free radicals present in the environment also disrupt the collagen structure that loses firmness and skin sags. Collagen is believed to be important substance that holds skin moisture and maintain skin youthfulness.
Prevention: Include green vegetables and fruits in your diet those act as good anti-oxidants that reduce the effect of free radicals and protect skin from aging.

Cosmetics: There are some cosmetics that contain strong chemicals that take away all the moisture and cause a bleaching effect for instance glow on your skin. Therefore be careful in using strong cosmetics that can drive your skin to age early.

Exercise: If you wish to live youthful life it is important to be active. For that purpose you need to do active exercise. Exercise increases blood circulation, perspiration cools body and excretes waste in the form of sweat. It makes skin stiff and firm by increasing the elasticity and flexibility.

Restrict smoking and bad habits: Smoke of tobacco disrupts skin collagen and causes skin cells to lose all moisture. Excessive alcoholism causes dehydration and fall of moisture level of skin that leads to drying of skin and ultimately causing skin to sag and form wrinkles. To look youthful for longer time naturally then give up all these habits that can lead you to cause premature aging.

The best way to have youthful skin is to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Healthy eating, active exercise and adopting preventive measures right from early ages can prevent you from premature aging naturally.

There can be mild symptoms like appearance of fine lines especially around the eyes, drying of skin. Therefore it is important to take care right from the early ages of life to avoid these symptoms.

Simple anti-aging treatment tips

Exercise: Exercise helps just the stretching of skin. Sweating process helps to remove all the unwanted waste products and salts to keep internal body cool. The skin texture is determined by genetic factors and also level sun exposure. Frequent sun exposure changes skin texture and makes it look rough.

Menopause: It has been observed that after one goes through menopause, your skin becomes dry then before. You might have observed that your present skin care scream is no longer so effective, so try some more moisturized skin cream for better effect.

Cosmetics used: When you start aging, go for lighter colored cosmetics and lighter hair colors that will make you look younger. This combination of colors will suit your skin tone and no such dark and light shadows will appear that make you appear old. Use special cosmetics to prevent eye fines lines and apply all over through your neck to make appear young.

Lipstick: It is something new to know that lipstick protect your lips and make a good protective covering to appear young. Lipstick makes a protecting covering that protects against the sunrays and hence is one of the reasons why men are more prone to lip cancer as compared to women.

Sunburns and sun effects: It has been studied that sunbeds is wrong way to tan. In actual sense in sunbed, your skin comes in contact with direct sunrays that emit harmful rays like UVA rays that may increase the possibilities of cancer like fatal diseases. It speeds up the aging process and makes skin dry by losing moisture, ultimately making skin dull and saggy.

Eye care: First sign of aging is seen around the eyes. The skin around the eyes is very delicate and hence gets damaged soon with frequent exposure to sun rays. Don’t forget to use sun glasses, caps and masking skin with cloth when you go outside in sun. Make sure you give protection of sunscreen to your skin before going in sun.

Water: Water forms major part of the body fluids and therefore drinking enough of water can allow easy excretion of waste products and keeps the skin moist naturally. Dehydration causes skin to dry and lose moisture that leads to aging therefore prefer drinking fluids to keep body moist.

Sleep: It is important to get beauty rest, as sufficient sleep is important for beautiful and youthful look. Therefore, along with healthy food and active regular exercise you need to take enough sleep.

These are some simple but effective tips that will help to keep you look youthful for longer period of time.

Hair problems like splits formation, dryness, dull and rough hairs, sometimes hairs lose all the shining and lose its natural color. In such cases it becomes difficult to manage it to come back in its natural and shiny look. Therefore, it is prime necessary to take care of your hairs with the changing season especially in winter season. In winter season the cold and harsh flowing air destroys hair texture and makes it dull. It also affects the scalp giving rise to more severe problems like dandruff and itchy scalp.

Sometimes due to incorrect and false information about simple hair care tips, you may be in trouble. Therefore it is important to know the right and perfect tips that really help in overcoming hair problems particularly in cold season.

Avoid excess shampooing your hairs

Most of the people make a very common mistake of shampooing hairs frequently. Usually it has observed that in cold weather hairs as well as scalp becomes dry. Make sure that you shampoo your hair not more then once a day or two.

Know the product well before applying it. It prominently depends on the type of product you use and how frequently. This depends on the chemicals and ingredients used in that product. Most of the shampoos contain strong and powerful ingredients that may also cause bleaching effect to give instance shining and glow to your hairs. In doing so these may lose natural hair proteins and therefore frequent using, they may severely damage the hair texture.

Avoid overuse of hair dryers

Using hair dryers will make hair drier. Dryers use hot air technique to dry hairs. This heat treating makes hair lose the moisture, it damages the hair texture. Heat disrupts the texture and makes it dull.

Treat your hair with care

For dry and brittle hairs use good conditioner that will work well to make it glowing. Wear a protecting coverage like scarf or cap that will protect from cold and wind. Provide good nutrition to your hairs by using good oil rich in vitamins and proteins. Prefer using it before going to bed so that it will give good nourishment to hairs and scalp. The overnight application of hairs can allow good absorption of essentials through the hair follicle right from the roots.

Use warm water for rinsing hairs as heat can damage the hair texture. Avoid using heating devices like iron rods for curling hairs and any such heat devices used for hair.

Use good conditioners to provide good moisture and glow to your hair texture. Use boar or nylon hair brush brittles with rounded tips as they are useful in keeping scalp smooth and promotes good scalp circulation.

However, it is important to care your hairs properly depending upon the changing weather conditions.

In order to live longer and youthful life, you can go for anti-aging treatments. At particular age limit your body droops down and loses all the strength. Therefore, it is always favorable to keep your body healthy from within.

Neglecting good eating habits, improper care of skin causes early aging of skin. Skin contains prominently three main layers that play a significant role in maintaining skin youthfulness for longer period of time.

The collagen fibers and elastin fibers forms a firm network keeping skin stretched and firm. These also have the water holding capacity that keeps the facts in the skin cells plumy. No sooner these important substances are destroyed or damaged the skin starts shrinking and loses all the moisture causing wrinkle formation. Dryness and reduced density of skin layers causes skin to age.

There are two main ways in which skin aging: Extrinsic and intrinsic aging.

Intrinsic aging: The other name to this is natural aging process. It is a continuous process and may start in your mid 20’s. The skin collagen reduces and elastin level decreases. This decrease in these important substances causes the skin to age. The dead cells do not shed properly and production of new cells declines. Though this type of aging does not show any signs, these are also not visible.

The most common symptoms of intrinsic aging are as: fine wrinkles, skin becomes thin and transparent, bones shrinks from skin that makes skin to sag, dryness causes skin to itch, loss of underlying fats resulting into hollowed cheeks and deep eyes, hair loss, early graying of hairs.

Genetic factor is also responsible for such type of aging. Many times some people experience white hairs at the early 20’s while others get gray hairs in late 40’s. This may be due to genetic factor or may also due to other external factors as well.

Extrinsic aging: This aging causes due to external factors and also acts together with normal aging process. Most of the premature aging causes due to excess exposure to sunrays, free radicals, insufficient sleep, too much smoking, alcoholism and unnecessary taking lots of drugs.

For youthful skin and younger look dermatologist suggest some important tips to follow:

In general, aging is a process that can not be stopped but can be slowed down to some extent. To keep away from premature aging it is important to protect your skin from extensive exposure to sun rays, terminating smoking habits and practicing good exercise. Some more protecting tips suggested by dermatologists are as

Avoid too much exposure to sun especially when sun rays are extensive between 10:00am to 4:00pm or else wear protective covering for your skin. Use sunscreen of SPF 30 as well as moisturizers and mask your skin with smooth cloth, use gloves and other masking devices. Just keep away from sun tanning as well as indoor tanning. Frequently moisten your body by drinking plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

These protective means will help you to prevent early and premature aging.

In the seemingly endless search for the perfect skin cream, Rejuvenate Worldwide has developed their Ageless Healthy Skin product.

Available only from the Rejuvenate official website, the Ageless cream is designed to tackle not only wrinkles, but also improve other skin problems and imperfections such as age spots, acne, stretch marks, cellulite and razor burn.

The Ageless website is very well laid out, simple to use and includes a video presentation briefly outlining the product and its ingredients. The site does however resort to some dubious tactics such as using company logos to make it seem as though the product is endorsed by them (such as Vogue, Allure, MSNBC) and implying that the product was clinically tested at ‘major universities’ (whereas in fact, they were just referring to one ingredient, the Acai berry).

The Rejuvenate website features a number of consumer testimonials, a full ingredient list and directions on using the cream, plus information on a number of their other skin care products.

Ageless - Product Description

Ageless Healthy Skin is a blend of natural ingredients that include a number of antioxidants and moisturizers. The cream features some of the latest ’superfoods’ such as acai, pomegranate, blueberries and goji berries. Other ingredients included in the blend are red cabbage, red radish, grapeskin, raspberry, aloe vera, citrus aurantium and vitamin C. The popular skin renewal substance CoQ10 is added, as are elastin and collegen.

The website gives a good explanation of the contents in the cream and advises the customer to apply the cream twice a day, morning and night. The directions also state that Ageless should be applied, left three minutes to dry and then reapplied, although there is no evidence that this would actually make the cream perform any better.

Ageless Advantage

• Ageless Healthy Skin includes a number of antioxidants
• The website explains the ingredients and their benefits
• The cream treats a number of skin conditions
• The company offers a free trial bottle
• The company website includes customer testimonials
• The cream was offered at $49.95 at the time of writing (a $30.00 saving from the regular cost of $79.95)
• The cream is not tested on animals
• The cream contains skin ‘plumpers’ collegen and elastin

Ageless - Drawbacks

• The website provides no clinical trials
• The website resorts to gimmicky tactics
• Ageless is not available in retail stores
• It is unlikely the cream begins to work immediately as is claimed

Ageless - The Bottomline

Most consumers realise that there is no secret to ridding the skin of wrinkles and Ageless Healthy Skin, while containing some great ingredients, is not likely to be a miracle cream either. Any cream that has the ingredients CoQ10 and collegen, like Ageless, will certainly improve the look of the skin over time but definitely not ‘in minutes’ as it claims to on the website.

The massage performed by variety of snakes via, California and Florida king snakes, corn snakes and milk snakes in the Ada Barak’s snake spa in Talmei Elazar of northern Israel.

It gives a relaxing and comfort experience by making physical contact with these reptiles, claims Miss Barak. She was of the view that once people give up all the fear and misgivings, physical contact with snake massaging will relief them from stress. She undisputedly claimed that snake massaging will provide the customers with good massaging and relief them from pain.

Some of the people who experienced the massage shared their views. Some said that holding snakes make them feel relaxed. An old lady said that such type of massaging gave her soothing experience like a cold compress.

Depending on the massage type the snake size differs. The larger snakes said to give relieve in muscle tensions, whereas smaller ones produce fluttering effect. The snakes are used in this process are non-venomous.

In 2006 Miss Barak started volunteering the service to tourist at Talmey El’Azar. Currently she makes up her income from exhibiting plants at her carnivorous plant farm that consumes all insects and small mammals also.

In April she attended an American chat show on Tyra Banks show to entitle an episode of “Beauty Tips around the World”.

Prominently these are divided into three main layers:

The outer layer: The outermost layer is visible to us and is called as epidermis. This layer is comprised of skin cells, pigments and proteins.

The middle layer: This layer is also called as dermis and is comprised of nerves, blood vessels, oil glands and hair follicles.

The inner layer: This layer is called as subcutaneous layer and is comprised of blood vessels, sweat glands, fat and some hair follicles.

The skin layers are embedded with connective tissue along with collagen fibers that supports the elastin fibers in order to get good flexibility and strength to the skin.

How wrinkles form?

Usually younger people do not show wrinkles as there skin works well in keeping the skin stretched and moistened. The moisture holding capacity of skin avoids the possibility of wrinkle formation. As your age starts progressing skin loses the water holding capacity and hence skin becomes more prone to wrinkle formation.

The presence of elastin gives young appearance to the skin. On the other hand, collagen protein present in dermis also avoids wrinkle formation. As the skin dermis loses the collagen and elastin, it becomes thinner and shrinks down. Due to this the skin becomes unable to supply sufficient moisture to epidermis. Along with this the fat present in subcutaneous layer that makes skin looks plumy also loses it appearance and it overall shrink down. This ultimately causes the skin to sag and results into wrinkles formation.

The process that causes such kind of alteration in connective tissue lowers the elasticity and strength called as elastosis. Such processes are more common in people who are chain smokers and the skin areas that are mostly exposed to sun rays.

Wrinkles correlated to aging

Wrinkles in actual sense are related to aging but it need not be compulsory. People those in their 20’s also cause wrinkles especially under the eyes and so we can not correlate wrinkles to aging. The early wrinkle formation may be due to excess exposure of skin to harmful sunrays.

Very few people get first line in their 50’s and 60’s as they must have taken care of their skin right from the starting ages. Though genes are also responsible for such condition but natural care delays the process as it is a natural part of aging.

Treatment and anti-aging remedies for preventing wrinkle

The treatment for wrinkles depends on the principle of reversing or overcoming the process that causes it. The skin can be prepared back to increase its capacity to hold moisture by using various advance technologies. The deficiency of collagen and elastin causes aging and hence if we rebuild the collagen and elastin can lower the wrinkle formation.

This aging condition can be delayed by regular use of sunscreen, moisturizer that will help you to keep away from aging.

Some simple home remedies that will help you to overcome winter skin problems are as follows:

Give a gentle soothing to your dry hands with the honey paste by keeping it to overnight. Prepare a paste containing ground oatmeal, ground almonds, zinc oxide paste and honey, in addition with one egg yolk. Now apply this paste on your hands and wear gloves. Keep the gloves till overnight and then rinse your hands in morning with cold water and then experience the suppleness that you feel after using it.

Natural hand cream

For whole day you need to keep your hand skin moist. You can use natural home made cream that will help to keep skin moist naturally. Mix wheat germ oil with favorite essential oil and blend it thoroughly. Use early in the morning before going outside and also before going to bed. This will nourish your hands with natural oil and make them moist throughout the day.

For chapped hands

Treat your chapped and dry hands by natural essential substances. Prepare a paste of sandalwood, chamomile or rose essential oils blend it with certain hydrating base oil like hazelnut, avocado or evening primrose.

Perfect feet care

Usually cracked feet are painful and give an unpleasant look to your foot style. In cold weather you can cover your foot but when you are indoors the heat sap away necessary moisture. The best thing you can do is by exfoliating your foot skin by using pumice stones or foot files that will remove the loss and dead skin. After exfoliation pat dry and immediately apply good moisturizer that will soften calluses.

At the time of retiring to bed at night wear pair of socks that will protect it from cold weather. Coat more amount of moisturizer before wearing socks that will help in healing process at the time you sleep.

Soothing the tough foot skin

Provide a soothing effect to your skin by massaging emollient cream at night. Give a smooth touch of massage with soft cream addition with hint of menthol or mint that will provide with freshening effect.

As winter makes skin dry and stretchy, you need to just stick to articles of winter clothes that will provide you warmness. Skin cell regenerator complex and rejuvenating day causes the good covering of moisturizer and nourishes the skin from within. The skin rejuvenation makes the skin strong from within and provides a protecting coat to your skin. This will ultimately protect skin from getting damaged with the changing environment.

In winters moisturizing bath proves to be helpful in giving glow to your skin. For this purpose you can prefer oil infused baths rather then hot showers that can give temporary effect.

So for healthy and glowing skin in winter also take special care in these seasons.

These conditions occur due to fluctuation in weather that you provide warmness and hot conditions indoor and naturally cold conditions outside affects your hair texture. These warm and cold conditions lose moisture from the hairs and make them dull. The heating devices that are used indoors for protecting from cold temperature effects hairs and cause damage to it. A good humidifier can work well in overcoming this problem as it adds moisture to the air. The simple method that you can try is by keeping a bowl of water on your stove that will add steam in the air. This method is helpful in reducing dandruff formation as well.

The other effective methods that will help you to care your hairs in winter are as follows:

In winter, the cold wind and snow rainfall cause damage to hair texture. So for protecting your hair from the harsh cold weather you need to use some protecting means. Use scarf or hats before going out in winter that will cover your hairs. Do use tight hats and make sure that your wear scarf first before hats.

The best way to treat your split hairs

Splitting of hairs are caused due to extensive use of harsh and strong chemicals and brushing, heating and providing too much heating conditions like using dryers, curling iron etc. Heat damages the hair structure so avoid excess exposure to heating condition. Keep away from hot showers and prefer warm or cool water for washing hairs. These splits are also caused as they lose ceramides that is the essential cementing substance. This substance is essential in holding hair cells and helps in reducing splits and repairs the hair fibres. Therefore the best way to treat your hair in winter is by using shampoos that are rich in ceramides.

It is always better to prefer kitchen homemade remedies rather then harsh and strong products that do not guarantee for any type of side-effects. Therefore why not to go for natural things that provide with rewarding results. In winter you need to use good conditioner that softens, moistens, and makes it to glow.

Naturally prepared oil conditioner

Ingredients required: Rose floral water (250ml), 15 ml jojoba oil, vitamin E oil (9-10 drops).

Preparation: First mixture Rose floral water into jojoba oil and heat it to warm. Then blend the mixture well and add 9 to 10 drops of vitamin E. Blend the mixture well for 1 to 2 minutes and store it. Apply this home made conditioner to your warm wet hair and massage it gently. Let it remain on your hairs for some time while you are bathing and then rinse properly with warm water. After rinsing, wash with shampoo and rinse thoroughly with cold water.

Clover Honey Conditioner

Use nearly half a cup of clover honey (pure form) on your hair and massage gently working it till the end of the hairs properly. Then cover your hairs properly with the help of plastic bag or plastic bathing cap can be used well. You can also wrap a clean towel on your hairs like turban and then let it keep for say 10-20 minutes. Then shampoo your hair and rinse it properly with cool water.

To avoid hair problems in winter, you need to take special care.

Dandruff is said to be the overproduction of skin dead cells of scalp. When the scalp dead cells tend to shed in large amount then it gives rise to dandruff formation. The appearance of flaky bits formation of dead cells are said to be dandruff. It has learnt that it takes nearly 20-21 days to cover up the vacancies of shed cells of the scalp. This overall process is not visible but along with dandruff these cells reach up scalp in clumps that gives a flaky white appearance to dandruff.

Some of the beneficial ways to treat dandruff are as follows:

Using best anti-dandruff shampoo: Choose good anti-dandruff shampoo preferably those containing coal tar, salicylic acid, pyrithione zinc, and sulfur or selenium sulfide. These ingredients are found to be effective in eliminating dandruff. Each individual component helps to reduce dandruff in its own way.

The working of these components is as follows:

Salicylic acid: The salicylic acid helps in exuviating dead cells prior to their clump formation.

Tar: Tar used in shampoo retard cell production.

The shampoo containing both of these ingredients serves as best anti-fungal components and assists in invading against yeast microbes that stimulates dandruff.

Pyrithione zinc and selenium sulfide: These are capable of retarding cell turnover.

Sulfur: sulfur treats dandruff by giving slight irritation so as to just shed of the flakes.

There are certain shampoos that contain multiple ingredients but you have to decide that which one is effective and suit you.

While applying shampoo just see that shampoo properly settle on your scalp and let it remain there for some time and then wash it thoroughly.

There are different therapies and methods that can reduce different cause of dandruff formation

Naturopathy

It deals with the natural ways to cure hair problem. Some simple and natural means to prevent dandruff formation can work much better. The natural ingredient yogurt has anti-dandruff properties as well it serves as good conditioner. Therefore apply it gently on your scalp and rinse it with natural regular if required. For rinsing you can also use a mixture containing extract of thyme, and sage with vinegar (2 teaspoon) in it can also be added and used as good rinsing fluid.

Expert’s advice: experts will advice you healthy diet as deficiency of certain proteins and mineral are also one of the causes behind dandruff formation. Healthy diet including fresh and green fruits vegetables, wheat germ, vegetable oils and high-protein food etc should be involved in healthy diet. Excess of sugar, starch products, fatty foods and alcohol should be strictly avoided to keep dandruff away.

Homeopathy

Homeopathy also has lots to do in reducing dandruff. It has effective properties in bringing down the dandruff formation. Some of the prominent homeopathy solutions are sepia, arsenicum, mezereum, fluoric, oleander and nartrum mur.

Herbal treatment

A much known solution for dandruff eradication suggested by South African including fresh roots of wild scabious which a well is known veld flower found in midsummer is taken in boiling water mixed with borax. Use it on your scalp and apply it by massaging gently and then rinse properly to remove all the applied matter.

Kinesiology

This includes the treatment with tea tree oil applying on scalp and hairs, oral intake of selenium shampoo and vitamin A.

However these solutions are effective in treating dandruff formation.

The best thing is to follow the preventive methods rather then to go for curative methods. Always try to root up the problem from its depth to avoid rebuilding of problems. Therefore go for the right track and best way to cope up with problems so that you never face them again. But hair problems are related to number of reasons. Hair fall may be due to dandruff formation as it uproots hair follicle, hormonal changes also causes hair fall and sometimes it is hereditary too.

Many times people think that baldness is hereditary is a genetically related problem and hence there is not curative options left to eradicate this problem. As hair fall problem is becoming a matter of serious concern, let us discuss more about this matter in detail. It has been studied that hair fall that leads to baldness is related to genetics and it follows generation after generation. It goes like according to genetic studies that if maternal grandfather of a male is bald then he is more likely to carry the genes of hair fall.

The science has developed the advance way to get rid of this problem that brought back smiles on number of men and women facing this problem. The science has made possible to rebuild the lost hairs. The preliminary thing is to take regular care of your hairs to avoid hair problems. The excess use of hair dyes, strong shampoos, too much heat exposure by using tools like dryers, curling irons and other tools that are used for shaping the hairs etc, makes the hair follicle weak and ultimately it leads to hair loss.

The studies regarding the hair fall matter advices to avoid excessive coloring of hairs at the limit not more then 5-8 times in weeks. This causes loss of pigmentation and leads to graying of hairs. The hairstyle that involves tight braiding of hairs also leads to hair fall. Other most important thing is proper supply of vitamins and proteins that are required to strengthen hairs are lacking in today’s diet.

A balanced diet that includes nutritious and healthy food also favors in reducing hair fall. Calcium is believed to strengthen hair follicle within the roots deep in the scalp. Therefore, include calcium rich food in your diet that will help to make hair follicle firm and strong so that to bear extreme weather conditions that will prevent further hair fall.

Certain type of sickness, prolong illness and consuming excess antibiotics also makes hair fall more prominent. Therefore it is important to keep yourself fit and healthy to avoid such conditions.

Keep your hairs and scalp clean by washing regularly especially for waxy and dandruff hairs and scalp. Use natural and good shampoo and conditioners that suits your hair scalp. Avoid split hairs by regular hair trimming that will keep help to keep away from split hair. It has also studied that frequent use of cap also causes hair loss, this may be due to production of sweat and salt that get accumulated in hair scalp making hair follicle weak and dull.

Those who are facing the condition called androgenic alopecia have no option to prevent hair fall. This condition is non-curable and can not be prevented. The advance technologies and surgeries with artificial means are now available for such conditions. The technologies like Proscar and Rogaine are proving to be more helpful in overcoming this case.

Therefore, it is essential to take regular care of hairs to avoid hair problems and do not neglect any minor problem related to hairs as these may give rise to a major problem in future.

Here we discuss some of the major hair problems and effective solutions to solve it.

Dandruff is major part of problem that most of us have to face in their lifetime. The formation of small white flakes on scalp and hairs give rise to dandruff. In medical terminus it is known as pityriasis found in all ages of person starting from 12. The ultimate reason behind dandruff formation is breaking down of outer cells.

Some of the prominent causes are poor blood circulation, improper hygiene maintenance, using strong shampoos for hairs, not enough rinsing of hairs after shampooing, and unhealthy diet habits.

Dandruff is also of two types depending on scalp type: Dry and greasy or waxy type.

Dry dandruff

Dry dandruff can be caused due to various reasons like Emotional disturbance, Lack of nerve stimulation, Glandular disturbance, insufficient production of oil, and poor blood circulation.

This can be well treated by adopting natural means by using herbal shampoo, hot oil therapy, henna treatment, and scalp treatment and by using antiseptic lotions.

Waxy type of dandruff

It has been found that when waxy type of dandruff combines with sebum it makes scalp itchy and cause bleeding or oozing if scales are torn off. The most remedial way to treat such dandruff is to massage scalp with oil regularly and always keep the scalp clean. The natural way to treat such dandruff problem is to go for herbal treatment.

Treating with herbs

Using essential oils of natural herbs like lemon, rosemary, cedar, and eucalyptus provides good massaging oils for the itching scalp. Fenugreek seeds also fights against dandruff. Therefore apply a grinding together fenugreek seeds (overnight soaked) with neem leaves juice on your scalp.

Warm a little camphor in nearly half a cup of olive oil and massage gently on your scalp keeping your hairs parting straight. Keep away from fatty and oily foods.

Graying of hairs

Hair color is due to the pigment granules that are present in the hair cortex. As age progress there occurs gradual dilution of pigment in hair that causes normal color to graying of hairs.

Hairs may become gray due to any internal disease like thyroid disease or intense emotional stress and mental disturbances. Even cosmetic treatment like Perming, colouring and bleaching can also cause graying of hairs.

Treatment

The only optional way to treat gray hair is to dye your hairs properly. The most commonly used dyes are oxidative dyes that also have some drawbacks. It has been seen that as you start dying your hairs they frequently increase in number and you have to continue doing it for more of them. One of the natural treatments for gray hairs is by using henna. Henna is helpful in coloring the hairs as well as it acts as good conditioner. Using calcium pantothenate is also helpful in dealing with gray hairs.

Split ends

Split ends are commonly formed by using heated appliances and chemical processing, wrong use of brushes, combs etc.

Treatment

Our hairs usually develops upto 1.25 cm per month, if a trim of 6.3 is done say every5-6 weeks will help to get rid of split hairs. Avoiding wide toothed and non-metal brushes or comb that bear padded base should be preferred. These types usually avoid trapping of hairs and keep away from giving hot temperature like while using dryer.

Make up cosmetics and eye care

Eye shadows: The eye shadow gives shiny polish to your eyes that depends on makeup time. For a perfect day time makeup of your eyes, some tips and guidelines need to follow. The tones that you can use are pale highlighter for shading your brow bone skin area and along with basic shades for eyelids.

While applying eye shadows shades that may differ in texture deep-toned or pale or may be neutral or bright, you need to apply them in such a manner so as to appear natural and not too strong. Overall perfect blending is important and colors used should match the skin tone. The shades used should be perfectly blended so that no difference in the shades can be identified.

Different types of shadows

There are variant forms of eye shadows used these are pressed powder, sticks, gel or creams and pencil. Among these pressed powders is popularly used. They can be found particularly in two textures i.e. pearly and matt textures. For best results use wet brush that will provide you with better results. The cream shadows are mostly oil based and hence these can be well used on dry eyelids and not on greasy eye lids. Gels are found to suit well for oily skin. Pencils on the other hand work best in highlighting and filling up.

Type of Brushes

For blending purpose round bristle brush can be well used and straight bristled brush for colors.

Guideline to apply eye shadows

While applying eye shadow, begin with highlighting different shades. Just start shading the outer end below eyebrows and then shade a perfect blend towards inner corner of eyebrow then the inner way to the eye corner. Followed by this apply eyelid shadow in circular manner just upto the eye pupil. Give a uniform make over by blending to match the highlighter.

Eyeliner

Eyeliner gives a prominent look to your eyes and provides illusion of thicker lashes. A smooth lining makes your eye more attractive and eye catchy, hence avoid harsh lining. Black or brown eyeliners are prominently used on the upper eyelid and rarely on lower eyelid.

Liner is available either in liquid form or in pencil form. Liquid liners are water based or alcohol base from which alcohol liner is waterproof. While doing eye makeup care should be taken that no cosmetic enter your eye that may cause damage.

While applying liquid eyeliner, just remove the excess of liner from brush by taping with fine point before its application. With the help of brush tip stroke evenly close to eyelashes starting from inner corner that continued to outer corner.

Eye brow pencil

Eyebrow pencil is used to shape the eyebrows and make them appear more prominent to have impact effect on your appearance. The eyebrow pencil used should not be darker then eyebrow hairs as it may give an artificial makeup look. In order to clear out excess of foundation from your eyebrows hairs brush it out properly and then run eyebrow pencil on it. For proper bordering, give light and short strokes to the outer corner of eyebrows. For smooth and perfect blend brush eyebrows properly and gently to give natural look.

Depending on the type of skin, your skin changes with weather changes. Therefore, it is important to care your skin and protect it from harmful factors in order to maintain its softness and youthfulness. There are different treatments to treat different types of skin. One of the best treatments is by using face masks for different skin types.

Clay serves great part in benefiting the skin texture and making skin soft. Though it has drying effect it can be used in daily skin treatment. Green clay is believed to do much effect with its flourishing properties but normal white kaolin powder can work smoothly. Beauty experts use claying effect for face preparing mask that provides with rewarding results.

You can use green clay or kaolin powder as base and can use with little corn flower and a teaspoon of raw oats. Mix thoroughly with rose water or distilled water to prepare a smooth mask. Make sure that before applying any mask your skin should be well cleaned and dried. Apply the mask on your face and let it remain for few minutes and then rinse it gently with lukewarm water and dry the skin by patting gently. After this apply good moisturizer of adequate SPF of 15.

Before we go for natural face mask face, natural scrub should be used to exfoliate the skin.

Skin is exposed to all type of environment and growing pollution it is important to properly exfoliate skin to remove the stubborn debris and dead cells of skin. Proper exfoliation provides natural youthfulness and glow of the skin. Due to the accumulation of impurities gives rise to different skin problems like blackheads, whiteheads and skin appears dull.

Exfoliation is very much effective for aging skin as it helps to remove dead cells and other impurities. It also favors good fluid circulation and causes proper excretion of impurities. Atleast after every fourteen to fifteen days you should perform exfoliation. For proper and natural exfoliation you can use naturally prepared home made scrubber.

Grind raw oats (2-3 teaspoon) in a grinder to get small bits. Prepare a smooth mixture of dry oats, ¼ teaspoon of cider vinegar and add pure honey as required. Mix few drops of basil oil to it. For sensitive and problematic skin you can use tea tree oil instead of basil oil that provides good healing effect.

Clean and wash you skin properly and dry it. Apply this home made scrub in circular direction keeping away your eye area and let it remain for minimum 15 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry it. This homemade scrubber acts as an excellent exfoliating substance that will provide you with best results. After cleaning face with scrubbers, you can readily apply face mask on it.

For dry skin face mask

Prepare a paste containing clay or kaolin powder, oats and cornflower then add one egg white in it with floral water followed by wheatgerm oil or evening primrose oil with chamomile oil nearly 1 drop and carrot seed oil 2 drops. Prepare a perfect blend and apply on your face.

Oily skin face mask

Take clay or kaolinpowder, cornflower and oats with an egg white and floral water. Then add one drop of lavender oil, frankincense oil or juniper berry oil. Prepare smooth paste and mask on your face.

Normal skin face mask

For normal skin, along with clay cornflower and oat with an egg white, add geranium oil and neroli oil (1 drop).

Therefore, give the natural skin care with home made face mask.

1) Diluted vinegar gives a shining touch to your hairs. For the purpose you can fill diluted vinegar in spray bottle and then spray on your hairs. After spraying rinse your hair with water containing few drops of lemon juice.

2) You can also apply milk to your hairs to make them shine. Then rub ice-cube through length of strand and then comb it properly. Add few drops of apple cider vinegar to water and then rinse with it.

3) Mix a mashed avocado with one teaspoon of baking powder. Prepare a good blend of it and apply on your hairs. Keep for sometime and rinse it properly.

4) Take some rosemary leaves (1/3 cup) in 2 cups of distilled water. Pour in a small sauce pan and boil it for atleast 5 minutes. Let it cool and strain the fluid properly and store in spray bottle. You can spray this liquid on your hairs that will give shining to your hairs. It can also use as good toner for scalp.

5) For dry hairs Mayonnaise can act as good conditioner. As per the length of your hairs, use mayonnaise to your dry hairs. Then mask your hairs with plastic bag for 10-15 minute to prevent evaporation of moisture. Rinse it well followed by regular shampoo. This will serve as best conditioner to your hairs making them to shine more.

Another simple home remedy for making shiny hairs is by using rosemary oil and lavender oil. Prepare a mixture of these two oils and store it in dark amber colored bottle. With the help of hairbrush apply the mixture of these oils for atleast 6 months. Prepare rinsing water by adding 1 teaspoon of honey in nearly four cups of warm water. Pour this mixture on your hairs after shampooing it and let it remain to dry.

It provides a refreshing spray for your hairs highlighting dark hair and also acts as rejuvenation.

Here are some healthy tips that will make your hairs to shine:

As it has studied that heat boosts the oily scalp to produce more oil. Therefore it keeps away from washing your hairs with warm water. Cold water assists in controlling gresy and oily scalp.

Soak henna in water containing tea bag, coffe powder, onion peels and amla powder and use on your hairs. This glow your hairs and serves as good conditioner. For dry and dull hairs massage scalp regularly to stimulate oil production that will make your hairs soft and shining.
Immediately after swimming, wash your hairs properly to remove all the chlorine residues that rest on your hairs and scalp which can cause damage to your hairs.
The food you eat also reflects on your hairs. Therefore include fresh and green vegetables and fruits that will nourish your hairs from within and make them strong.
Keep your hairs clean and dust free especially in summer season as the heat and sun rays take away all the nourishment and moisture from your hairs. Use proper natural shampoo that suits your hair and condition your hair well.

To make your hairs more attractive and strong these home recipes will help to care your hairs in the best and natural ways.

There are different type of skin; dry skin, oily skin, sensitive and combined skin type. You might be at risk of some side-effects when you go for costly synthetic products. Some products may suit you whereas others can cause allergic effect on your skin.

So you can go for natural means and give your skin a natural touch. There are some effective home beauty recipes that will help you to enhance your beauty without any side-effects. These home recipes are easy to prepare and gives rewarding results.

Enrich your skin with soothing honey bath

From the ancient time, herbalist touted honey due to its intense beneficial properties. Honey helps to hold the moisture for longer time and also favors in rejuvenation and softening of skin. For honey bath take honey in one cup of hot water and then add few drops of essential oil in it. Add this mixture in bath water and experience the difference.

Glow the complexion with Tomato

Tomato juice along with few drops of lemon juice renders the complexion to glow. The external use of this tomato lotion helps in making the skin pores small and increases firmness of skin.

Almonds beneficial properties for skin beauty

Almond is rich source of vitamin E. Prepare a paste of almond combined with mild cream and mix it with rosebud paste. This paste is very much effective in softening the skin texture and nourishes it properly. Regular use of this paste on your skin will keep your skin look young for longer time by reducing the possibility of early wrinkles formation. It also prevents the formation of blackheads, pimples, and dryness of skin. This paste effectively refreshes the skin and allows it to glow.

Treat oily skin with herbal astringent

Astringent works successfully in eliminating the excess of oil from skin surface. You can easily prepare herbal astringent at home. For preparing herbal astringent the herbs required are lemon balm (6 parts), chamomile (4 parts), rosemary (1 part), roses (4 parts), lemon peel (1 part), sage (1 part) and vinegar to cover and essential oil of lavender. Collect all the herbs in a wide jar and pour sufficient vinegar in it. Keep the mixture to warm it and then strain liquid properly. Then add 1 cup of rose water to herbal vinegar with few drops of oil in it. This mixture does not require to store in refrigerator and can be preserved.

Throw away those dead cells by using home made scrub

Prepare a homemade scrub that will help to remove the dead cells, thus giving a new look to your skin. The key component that works effectively in bringing down those dead cells is alphahydroxy fruit acid that can be obtained in tomatoes and sugar. For preparing the scrub needs nearly a cup of sugar granulated, some chopped tomatoes and a yogurt or sour cream. Make a mixture of sugar, chopped tomatoes and yogurt. Apply this paste on your clean skin and with help of fingertips give a slight massaging to your skin. Let it remain o your skin for sometime say for 10-15 minutes and rinse it with warm and pat dry the skin.

These simple and effective home recipes will help to glow your skin and enhance the beauty.

The harmful ray of ultraviolet radiation disrupts the skin cells by causing oxidative stress. It has already studied that vitamin E and vitamin C acts effective antioxidant boosters. These work best when worked combined. The ferulic acid is an antioxidant plant that stimulates antioxidant effects of vitamins.

A research performed to study how effective topical applications are in neutralizing such damage caused by sun rays. The American researchers tested and studied the effect of a cream that contains vitamin C (15%), vitamin E (1%), and ferulic acid (0.5%). They experimented on 9 adults and then exposed them to simulated sun irradiation.

The result after this experiment concluded that as compared to those creams that lack active ingredients the cream containing ferulic acid lowers the redness on the skin after exposure to sun. It also lessens the sunburn effects on skin cells. It has learnt that the active cream builds a blockage in the production of thymine dimmers that is a type of UV-related genetic damage. It also blocks induction of tumor suppressor gene p53. The unprotected skin produces cytokines when it is exposed to UV radiations. It provokes inflammation and suppresses the functioning of immune system. On the other hand protected skin did not show any such effects.

However, it confirms that creams rich in antioxidants can be used as supplement to sunscreen that provides abundant photoprotection to the skin.

For Night time when you are relaxing in your spare time you can prepare this creamy rose lotion. For creamy rose lotion you will need almond oil, rose water and rose petals, and beeswax with rose essence.

Direction to prepare: Soak Rose petals in rose water for atleast 3days, then strain out the petals and use that water for further use. Take oil and wax in the boiler and heat it. Then put off the fire and pour prepared rose water slowly and stir it till it gets cooled properly. Pour the prepared creamy lotion in the bottle and store it.

Direction to use: This rose water lotion is helpful in removing dirt and stubborn dust particles that get settled on your skin surface. Use clean fingertips and remove lose and dead tissues. Then you can use some cornmeal on your palm and apply on your hands and face gently. After this rinse it first with warm water and then use cold water. This is a good practice at night time for smoothing the skin.

Importance of the ingredients used: The ingredients used like almond oil and rose water serves as a best moisturizing lubricants for dry and especially sensitive skin type. The cornmeal used in it acts gently on the skin serving as stimulating tonic for skin tissues.

Important tips: It is best to use porcelain or glass pot rather then stainless steel cooking pots. Some beauty experts’ advice the use of these pots but in real sense these should be avoided as they often leach poisonous heavy metals containing the liquids. Therefore it is best to use nonmetal for herbal preparation.

A Peach lotion for dry or normal skin type

To prepare this lotion you will require a peach, benzoin, cocnut or sweet almond, Orange flower water and orange oil (1-2 drops). Clean, mash and drain the juice of atleast 1 peach with the help of muslin cloth. Mix together nearly four drops of tincture of benzoin coconut or sweet almond oil and orange oil. Collect it in a clean container and store it in refrigerator and use as lotion which will moisten your dry skin.

Daytime use rose cream

For preparing rose cream used in daytime following ingredients are used:

Almond oil
Beeswax
Anhydrous Lanolin
Borax in Rosewater (1 teaspoon)
Zinc Oxide combined into smooth cream mixing Almond oil

Direction for preparation: Put the water bath on fire and add beeswax and lanolin in it. Heat it to melt do not burn the wax. Add almond oil after removing it from flame. Stirr the mixture well meanwhile add zinc oxide-Almond oil cream. Let it cool and add slowly borax-Rosewater to the mixture. To add the essence to the mixture, pour few drops of rose oil in it. After cooling pour it in jar and let it solidify.

Direction to use: You can use this cream as makeup base or moisturizer. Apply gently giving a light massage that will enhance blood circulation, thus stimulating skin cells and tissues.

It is best used as moisturizer and nourishes skin cells as it contain rich ingredients of Vitamin E and many other sources that softens the skin texture making skin glow. Using this cream in day time can also help to heal reddening and irritation of skin due to pollution and sunrays.

Best use of these home remedies will help you to give natural care to your skin.

The most relaxing way to achieve the best beauty results is by adopting some simple home made recipes. The home made recipes are easy to prepare and gives you natures beautiful tough to enhance your beauty naturally.

Prepare the following simple recipes and observe the rewarding results:

Skin care

Mask prepared from Aphrodite Apple

Take a puree apple and blend it thoroughly and then add some wheat germ to it to form a smooth paste. You can apply this mask after properly scrubbed, cleaned and steamed face. Let this mask remain for atleast 15 minutes and then rinse you face followed by toning and moisturizing.

Face Mask of Avogadro carrot

This mask is a very rich mask containing rich source of essential components that are essential to rebuild up skin collagen, repair the skin texture and enhance skin tone. The following ingredients are used in preparation of this mask.

Prepare a mixture of avocado (1 smashed), cooked carrot (1), and one beaten egg, half cup of cream (heavy) and 2-3 tablespoon of honey. Mix all the components properly and prepare a smooth paste. Apply a thin layer on your face and spread through neck. Keep it for maximum 15 minutes and rinse with cool water. After this tone your skin gently.

This mask contains Avogadro which is rich in Vitamin E and carrot that contain high level of beta-carotene and antioxidants. The cream used is rich in calcium and proteins. All these combined elements act on the skin texture and make it look more young and glowing.

Preparing Toner

Natural Honey-Cucumber Toner

Blend a puree cucumber in a blender. Remove the juice of cucumber by straining the cloth containing cucumber puree and collect in a bowl. Not the clear juice is mixed with honey.
Collect this liquid in a dry bottle and store it for daily use. Soak a cotton pad with this naturally prepared toner and spread it gently on your face and neck twice a day in morning and before going to bed. After application let it dry and feel its freshness.

Mask prepared from marigold

The marigold mask includes the following ingredients

Marigold flowers (1)
Chamomile flowers (1)
Half a cup of Water
Wheat germ oil
Carrots, well-mashed
Lecithin granules
Almond oil

Direction to prepare: Put Marigold and chamomile flowers in a boiling water. Now mash some carrots mix few drops of germ oil. After some time squeeze all the liquid from the flowers and combine it with carrot-wheat germ oil. Prepare a mixture, combining both mixtures. After this add lecithin granules to it and blend thoroughly in blender. To form proper blends add few drops of almond. If you have dry skin then use small amount of almond oil whereas those who have oily skin use sufficient amount of almond oil. However apply this pack on clean and well scrubbed face.

This Pack is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin E and has a good healing effect.

These special packs will help to increase your beauty and make it more attractive and gorgeous.

To increase lip beauty, right type of shaping lips and coloring should be done. Natural way to give pink appearance to your lips is by rubbing lips with rose petals almost regularly. This will give a pinkish and rosy appearance to your lips.

Apart from the natural coloring of lips, you need to give a good covering to your lips while doing makeup, especially for party makeup. Only come people have perfect lips and therefore you can give it a perfect look by using following simple tips.

Give a shining tough of thin layer of lip gloss over lipsticks. Shade your lip that suits the light eye shadow color and match the lip color tone right in the center. This will give a natural glowing look to the lips. Therefore for perfect look, the following tips will help to enhance lip beauty.

Before going on for lip makeup, apply lip balm to moisturize lip. It makes your lips soft and smooth and prepares a good platform for easy makeup. For a perfect look shape your lips with soft lip pencil and then color the fill it with bright lipstick. Choose bright and sexy colors especially when you are getting ready for night parties. Good selection of lipstick colors is also very important as it gives a glittering color according to your skin color tone. To give full appearance to your lips, there are numerous ways that can add fullness to your lips. Spotlight lip gloss at the center and give a light shading similar to eye shadow. This can give fullness to your lips and lifts your lips.

The best care you can give for beautiful lips is by keeping them moist for most of the time. Many times due to hot and dehydration conditions your lips soon get dried. Too much contact of saliva also causes lips to loss moisture and appears dry. For that purpose you avoid too much twisting your lips inside your mouth. Prefer drinking enough fluids like juices, tea, and water. Apply regularly lip balm to keep them moist and soft.

During makeup, use lip moisturizer before applying lipstick and lip pencil. For giving special effect to the appearance, you can use silver or gold lip gloss and an iridescent shade that will give glittering look to your face.

There are certain techniques that also involve permanent lip lining, shading and lip blending. These techniques help to give a permanent makeup on your lips and save your time. It works in the alteration of intradermal pigmentation that can cause alteration in size, color and shape of you lips. This overall procedure gives a permanent shape and coloration to your lips.

Therefore, if you want to get rid of daily shaping and lining your lips then you can go for this kind of permanent procedures. Thus, it’s never too smart to go for it without consulting your doctor. So it’s always good to confirm whether any procedure suits you or not. It may work well on your friend’s skin but not necessarily on yours. Therefore, be intelligent and consult good dermatologist if you wish to add more enhancement to your lip beauty.

Before going for any type of beauty tips and regime you experiment the sample on little of your skin say on your arm. This will help you to remove the risk of damaging skin. The following tips will help to enhance the beauty of your skin:

For grayish elbows apply fresh lemon (half) on your elbows. This will act as natural bleaching on it. After some time apply moisturizer to prevent drying of that skin.

When you are outside prefer carrying mineral water in your bag to freshen the foundation.

Recent research claims that sleeping on back may reduce the possibilities of wrinkle formation.

If you contain soft nails then file those when polish is on it so as to it will prevent cracking of nails.

Give a warming look to your face by just dusting little blusher on the T-zones area like nose, chin as well as cheeks.

In order to strengthen your nails soak them in olive oil. Practice this atleast once a week.

Apply a thick coat of foundation with the help of damp sponge to give more opaque covering to fine lines and skin spots.

Massage your skin atleast once two week that provides a good exercise to your facial muscles.

Moisten your lips regularly to prevent drying and cracks, especially in cold seasons. Exfoliate your lips atleast once a week by using tooths brush and then apply lip balm which will give natural glow to your lips.

File your nails in circular or square cut as these suits better. Choose bright and hot nail polish and apply double coating of nail polish.

To provide natural care to your skin use home made a facial beauty tip that suits your skin type. For more easy care here are some effective beauty tips that practice at home itself.

Facial mask of clay of sandalwood
Prepare a mixture of sandalwood powder in water in appropriate quantity to prepare a smooth paste. Cover the facial skin with this sandal paste protecting eye and lip area. Avoid scrubbing to prevent skin damage especially when you have acnes. Rinse it with cold water to tighten the skin pores. You will feel smooth and soft skin.

Home fruit facial using banana and nearly 1 tablespoon honey and add sour cream to it. After preparing the paste apply it on your face and let it remain for atleast 10-15 minutes, then wipe it out using wet cloth.

Prepare a honey facial by adding honey (half teaspoon), egg white (1), glycerin (2 teaspoon), with half a cup of flour. After mixing and shaking the mixture properly, apply a thick coating on your facial skin. Keep it for few min (15-20 minutes) then rinse it with water. This facial mask will make your skin smooth and soft.

These beauty tips will help you to enhance your beauty naturally and make it look youthful.

Sun rays

Sun assist more in damaging the skin quality. Sun rays render the skin to dry and age. Sun rays penetrate the skin pores and affect skin collagen and elastin. The skin collagen is a key substance that improves the skin type. Collagen and elastin makes the skin soft and smooth. Once these are affected, wrinkles start appearing and dark circles become prominent.

The sun rays containing free radicals and harmful ultra-violet rays disrupt the collagen network and make the skin dry. These harmful rays cause skin to age by forming wrinkles, dark circles, fine lines and crow’s feet that leads you to age early time. To protect the skin from such rays you should cover your skin with special sunscreen of appropriate SPF of 15. Sunscreen protects your skin from UV rays and prevents it from early aging.

You can protect your eye skin by wearing protective sun glasses and covering your face skin before going in the sun especially in noon time.

Frequent Smoking

Smoking is the next prohibitory factor that should curb down to regularly use. Smoking affects the skin cells. The tobacco smoke disrupts the collagen network of the skin cells and renders it to dry. It is the nicotine present in cigarettes that causes the blood vessels to contract and make your face appear grey or dull. Another harmful component present in it is acetaldehydes that destroy the skin fibres causing them to loss collagen network that keeps skin firm.

Hence there occurs chemical reaction that produces a protein like substance disrupting the collagen structure. Once collagen network get disrupt, wrinkles, fine lines, creases becomes prominent and you appear older than you are. Smoking also cause eye irritation and causes evaporation of moisture level of skin, thus making skin dry.

Apart from this, smoking also affects lungs and liver and reduces ones life cycle. If you seriously want to enhance your beauty and look beautiful then you have to give up these habits that obstruct your way to look attractive. The skin problems that arise due to these habits will be reduced and you will be able to treat your skin in proper manner.

Excess intake of alcohol

Alcohol is a dehydrating substance that can adversely attack your skin. Frequent taking of alcohol declines the level of moisture of skin and renders it to dry. Drying skin causes collagen to dry up and ultimately get destroyed. This leads to cracks formation in the skin surface that we name as wrinkles. These wrinkles resemble aging and hence excess alcohol can make us to appear older than our age. Alcohol also contains acetaldehyde that reduces skin elasticity and firmness.

For young and beautiful look you need to hold on your daily alcohol packs and pledge to reduce its intake.

Insufficient Sleep

Sleeping for insufficient time also damage the skin texture. It has been studied that during night time skin repairing takes place. New cells build up and retiring the old cells, this causes winding up of skin texture giving a new skin every day. Therefore, night sleep is important not only for your health but also to enhance your beauty. Lack of sleep can give rise to number of problems like dark circles, wrinkle formation, and puffiness.

Growing pollution also causes skin to loss its glow and renders it to appear dull and unhealthy. Fine harmful particles present in the environment enter skin pores and disrupts skin collagen leading to loss of youthfulness.

Lack of exercise

Exercise activates the skin cells and stimulates proper fluid circulation in body. It also promotes good flow of oxygen content through all the body parts, thus reducing stress and strain. This ultimately leads to declination of most of the skin problems.
However these factors act as a sin for skin damage.