Thursday, 18 September 2014

Anti-Aging Skin Care With Essential Oils


Who doesn’t want younger looking skin? Every woman I know does! And for me essential oils are the way to go. Essential oils have been used since before Egyptian times to provide medicine and sacred fragrance and perfumers. Aromatic herbs, spices and resins used to be so costly that only royalty could afford them, these days essential oils are easily obtainable by anyone – with a few high-cost exceptions such as Jasmine or Rose Otto. Essential oils can easily be blended at home into a carrier oil such as virgin coconut oil and applied to the face and body for a specific outcome, you can even just use one oil if you don’t yet have the confidence to make a blend of 3-5 oils.
Those of you not inclined to blend your own oil have options. Most of the women I know stock up on a blend called Immortelle. It has an amazing blend of the best (in my opinion) oils available! Here’s why they are so great for anti-aging & skin care.
6 Anti- Aging Essential Oils
Frankincense has been studied for its anti-inflammatory properties. Its anti-infectious property also helps protect the skin from harmful microbes. Frankincense is also soothing to the skin and nerves.

Sandalwood has been found in several studies to protect skin from the harmful effects of UV-b radiation. It may also be useful in skin regeneration, and in stopping skin infections.

Lavender has been studied for its ability to reduce inflammation and allergic reactions in the skin. It has also been used to help the skin recover from burns, blisters, infections, and other injuries, as well as to help reduce conditions related to dry skin.
Myrrh is known to be soothing to the skin, and is often used to relieve chapped or cracked skin. It has been studied for its anti-inflammatory properties, and is also used to fight many bacterial, fungal, and viral infections of the skin.
Helichrysum is used to help relieve skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It has antioxidant properties, and is often used for tissue regeneration, pain relief, and healing. It has also been used as a natural sun screen.
Rose is often used to help stop the breakdown of collegen in the skin that can lead to a loss of elasticity and wrinkles. It has also been used to help prevent scarring, and to help the body overcome various skin diseases and infections.
As you can see these oils may help reduce wrinkles, age spots, inflammation, and protect against UV damage. I’ve heard several women say that when they’ve gone back into have their eyes checked that they have to get a new prescription because their eyesight got better!

Source:
healthy-holistic-living.com

Wednesday, 17 September 2014

8 Simple Ways To Get Rid Of Belly Fat





It is difficult to get rid of belly fat but we found ways to eliminate belly fat forever.


1. Start your day with lemon juice This is one of the best therapies to eliminate belly fat. Pinch some yellow juice into a glass of warm water and add some salt to it. Continue drinking this every morning to boost your metabolism and to get rid of that paunch.

2. Stay off from white rice Replace white rice with various wheat products. Include brown rice, brown bread, whole grains, oats and quinoa in your diet.

3. Avoid sugary substances Stay away from sweets, sweetened drinks and foods rich in oil. Consuming these foods can increase body fat around various areas of your body like abdomen and thighs.

4. Drink plenty of water If you want to get rid of your belly, then drink sufficient amount of water every day. Drinking water, after regular intervals will help to boost your metabolism and remove toxins from your body.

5. Eat raw garlic Chew two to three cloves of garlic every morning, and drink a glass of lemon water after that. This treatment will double up your weight loss process and make your blood circulation smooth in your body.

6. Avoid non-veg food To eliminate belly fat, it is recommended that one should avoid non-vegetarian food as far as possible.

7. Load up on fruits and vegetables Eat a bowl of fruits daily in the morning and evening. This will fill you up with many antioxidants, minerals and vitamins.

8. Spice up your cooking Use spices like cinnamon, ginger and black pepper in your cooking. These spices are loaded with health benefits. They help to improve your insulin resistance and reduce levels of sugar in your blood.

Thursday, 1 May 2014

Chemical Peels treatment to Acne

Acne is the commonest skin disorder across the world and affects men and women across all ages and skin types. The process leading to acne involves entrapment of excess keratin and sebum in the hair follicles in skin. This debris may further get infected by skin bacteria, transforming the open and closed comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) to active acne (pimples, nodules and cysts). Left untreated, acne may leave permanent scars, pits and pigmentation. Thus it is imperative to treat it at the earliest.


Chemical peels are a useful tool for dermatologists to help speed up the resolution of acne. Excessive deposition of keratin is one of the main steps in the mechanism of acne formation. Peels help decrease and prevent acne by renewing the skin surface and reducing this build up of excess keratin and sebum on skin. Peels contain enzymes and medical grade acids which produce a controlled mild resurfacing of the outermost layer of skin, such as glycolic, salicylic, or lactic acid. The chemicals are derived from natural sources, such as glycolic acid from sugarcane and lactic acid from milk. Chemical exfoliation with peels makes skin smoother and increases the penetration of active ingredients into the affected follicles for quicker resolution of acne. Peels differ in the acid used and time of contact with the skin. Superficial peels used for acne are a simple ten minute office-based procedure wherein a mild peeling agent is applied to the skin with a brush under medical supervision and cleaned with specific neutralizers and water after a few minutes.


Superficial chemical peels cause no visible redness, skin peeling or downtime and require only gentle skin care and sun protection. In the few days following a chemical peel, skin is usually visibly clearer, with significant reduction in the extent and severity of acne. Your dermatologist may treat acne, with peels alone (one or more sessions at two week intervals) or in conjunction with oral and topical prescription medication, based on the skin condition, grade and severity of acne.