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October 12, 2008

Sunblock. Your Most Important Cosmetic

Filed under: Cosmetics — admin @ 3:18 am

Your Most Important Cosmetic? Sunblock by a mile!

Are you a skin care junkie? Is your bathroom closet overflowing with bottles and jars? Does the content of these bottles and jars actually do anything to improve your skin?

My guess is “sometimes”. We all get seduced by promises of younger looking skin or banish wrinkles overnight. But the sad fact is a lot of the pretty looking products out there do not do what they promise and the wrinkles, acne, broken veins or whatever ails you is still there the next morning.

There is one cosmetic that stands head and shoulders above the rest - Sunblock.

Sunblock is the best preventative of aging skin you can buy in a bottle. It won’t make you look younger in a few applications, you need to use it regularly - like every day - but over time it will make a tremendous difference to the appearance of your skin.

Sunblock can be found as lotion, gel, roll on, or spray. If you’re on a tight budget you can usually buy a bottle for just a few dollars from a supermarket or drugstore. Test it on an inconspicuous part of you first in case you have an allergy to it! This is more important for the cheaper brands.

Use sunblock even if its cloudy outside. Ultraviolet (UV) rays can penetrate clouds by up to 80%, yes even if its raining. If you’re driving, UV rays can penetrate glass, they can also be reflected off glass or water.

And don’t just use sunblock on your face. Put it on your hands, feet, arms or whatever bits of you that are not covered up. This is not just for appearances, sunblock can prevent potentially fatal skin cancers and melanomas from developing.

Even if you have never used sunblock and you’ve already developed premature aging, its not too late! Regular use of sunblock and staying out of the sun can actually reverse some of the damage.

Make sure you use a sunblock which has a sun protection factor (SPF) of over 15 and apply it fairly generously for best results. Its also best to apply at least 20 minutes before venturing out.

Remember - prevention is better than cure!

Wendy Owen is a health researcher and author. For advice on absolutely natural skin care visit http://www.just-natural-skincare.com. A gift of 5 free beauty books are yours if you sign on for our newsltter.

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May 29, 2008

Botox Surgery - Checking And Understanding Cosmetic Operation Before Diving In

Filed under: Cosmetics — admin @ 4:06 am

Advancing technology and medical procedures have introduced new and better types of cosmetic surgery. Techniques have expanded to take care of the requirements of aging men and women. Not happy with the way you look right now, then you have available different surgeries to help you find the right benefits for you. But you need to know what is currently available to make a decision for having cosmetic surgery. One such treatment out of all the possibilities is known as Botox. Though Botox does not offer permanent cosmetic surgery, it does provide a possible solution for anyone dealing with an aging and wrinkling face.

Botox is a method to remove wrinkles commonly found in the face and neck area. It has become increasingly popular over the past decade in the cosmetic surgery field. Botox is a natural protein that is produced by a bacterium. Botox can remove wrinkles, strain lines, and other problems with the skin.

Botox can also efficiently treat all areas of the face. It started being used for lines above the forehead that moved either vertically or horizontally. It was also used to remove crow’s feet that normally appear on the sides of the eyes. Now, Botox has also been shown to help remove lines around the lip area, chin, and neck. Botox treatments can be given to all of these areas on the same visit which is a huge benefit and time saver.

Botox also helps relieve contracting muscles in the face and neck area. It is injected in small quantities into the area where the wrinkles are to be removed. The injection is painless and you can see the results in about three days. However, it is a temporary solution and commonly begins to disappear after about four months. So you would need to get your face retreated with Botox approximately every four months. This can be done as many times as you want to with your doctor’s approval however.

Botox, even though effective, is not a substitute for other more permanent cosmetic surgeries. Because it is a temporary solution and it does not permanently alter the face, it is often considered a separate cosmetic surgery. It also does not affect anything other than the wrinkles on the face. Bags and drooping eyelids need something different and that requires a separate surgery.

Botox is a new and growing treatment for anyone who wishes to improve lines that are on their face. Using Botox, you are able to change the wrinkles that appear on your lips, neck, eyes, or forehead area. If you are thinking about using Botox, it is wise to first learn about the procedure and the possible side affects. Understanding how Botox works is an important step in making up your mind if it is a cosmetic surgery procedure that will be worthwhile for you.

If you are just searching for a quick fix before a special event, or family pictures are taken, then Botox might possibly be a consideration for you.

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