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All about Acne

Age is not a sure guarantee against pimples or acne. In fact many people only experience acne for the first time after their adult years.

The exact cause of acne cannot be pinpointed. A number of factors seem to contribute to this condition including genetics, hormones, stress, diet, and certain cosmetics.

However, acne occurs when the oil glands i.e. sebaceous glands secrete too much sebum into the hair follicle, which is lined with dead cells. The combination of excess sebum and dead cells clog the pores, which are pipelines for the natural flow of oil to the skin surface.

As a result bacteria build up, the area becomes inflamed, then pimples or acne appear. Acne most commonly appear on the areas where the sebaceous glands are most active- face, neck,chest and back.

There are a variety of blemishes categorized under this kind of blemishes;
1- - these form when oil and dead cells accumulate and block the pores from opening from opening onto the surface skin.
2- . These are similar to whiteheads except the blocked material protrudes above the skin, dilating the pore. The black color is due to the oxidation process that occurs within the follicle.
3.- . These are inflammations under the skin. When sebum buildup becomes much, the follicle expands and eventually bursts releasing the contents in the surface. While blood cells then attack the material forming pus and a pustule results.
4- . These occur when inflammation spreads deep into the skin. The cells automatically form a fibrous capsule around it. These could be surgically removed.
5. . Occur when damaged skin from acne tries to heal itself.

Tips to help acne
1. Don't be tempted to remove blemishes such as acne or blackheads by harsh squeezing or without preparing your skin first. Use gentle cleansing and exfoliating agents.
2. The acne is caused by poor hygiene so make sure you touch your face only with clean hands
3. Do not use your body towel on your face . Get a face towel that can be washed out every day
4. Steam your face at least twice a week
5. Peroxide especially benzoyl peroxide dabs can help.
6. Some antibiotics can help used for a week if all else fails.

In all, be sensible in your choice of cleanser or moisturizer because these can cause irritation and the skin can react by forming a protective layer by adhering more skin cells onto the surface, giving a very uneven look.



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Every day makeup routine

The right makeup shouldn't dramatically change the way you look - you should continue to look yourself, only lovelier. And the psychological boost makeup gives you isn't imaginary. Japanese scientists have been able to link a stepping up of the immune system to application of cosmetics.

However the secret every woman really wants to know is how to apply perfect makeup, all the time.

There are ten steps of makeup and most days no one needs all ten to function, you need to decide what are the most crucial ones without which you may look washed out.

Furthermore , age, skin color, time of day( i.e. day or evening) and the occasion are very key in considering the makeup style to adopt.

The ten steps are:
1. Foundation
2.concealer: over imperfections
3.powder
4 Brows
5. Eye liner
6. Eye shadow
7. Blusher
8. Lipstick
9. Lip pencil
10. Mascara

If you emphasize all your features for an everyday look- eyes, lips, cheeks then you are going to look over-painted, although you can get away with more makeup at night.

Below are some suggested combinations:
1. Light eyes, light mouth - the ultra natural look. to wear a little color to cheeks otherwise this look can make you look washed out.

2. Light eyes, darker mouth- a natural looking face with extra emphasis on the lips.

3. Dark eyes , light mouth- a sophisticated look but better on younger women. Older women need some lip color all the time.

4. Dark eyes, dark mouth - a dramatic look that's really only suitable for evenings.

5. Bridal makeup: Bridal photos must stand up to scrutiny for many years to com therefore must be beautiful and woth the extra effort to look perfect . This must not be overdone

always but be as natural as possible

Basics of skin care

Beauty at any age isn't just about looking young; it's about wearing your age happily and healthily . If you don't work at beauty from the inside-out , even the most expensive skincare isn't going to make a difference

Taking care to look after your skin is a mark of self respect not a sign of vanity.

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This is the single most important thing you can do for your skin. Everyone's skin gets dirty from dust, sweat , makeup, sebum and impurities in the air. If you don't cleanse properly with the right kind of cleanser for your skin type, your pores will be clogged and your skin will look dull.

Cream cleansers are rich and gentle and leave a light moisturizing film on the skin which is vital and ideal for DRY , SENSITVE and MATURE skins. The drier your skin , the richer your cleanser should be.
Foaming cleansers are ideal and best for greasy oily skin as they dissolve excess oil on the skin.
Avoid scrubbing acne-prone skin as this irritates the lesions.
Gel or lotion cleansers are ideal for Normal skin type. Bar soaps are a no- no on your face because of the ph level discrepancy.

2.
Many dermatologists believe toners may not provide any special benefits other than remove the final traces of cleanser. However, modern formulations are becoming more sophisticated with some offering soothing and anti- aging benefits.

It is true that certain exfoliating and clarifying toners can make your skin look more radiant by dissolving dead surface cells. Some toners also help restore the ph balance after cleansing. Also many toners designed for oily skin contain alcohol because of its drying property.

However, they can also aggravate acne-prone skin and cause an increase in the skin's oil production as well as sensitivity.

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Modern moisturizers are designed to help the skin function properly and improve water retention in the epidermis by sealing it thereby effectively maintaining a delicate balance of evaporation and retention.

Others offer anti- oxidant benefits fighting free radicals and prevent premature aging.
Also, if your moisturizer does not have a sunscreen, layer some over it.

These do daily and carefully choose your beauty products not hoping for instant results some may deliver in a flash, but majority will take longer because their effects are cumulative .

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