Skin Care 101: Matching Skin Type with Skin Care

Thursday, 2010-03-04

Are you having trouble finding the right soap? Does your lotion make your skin even drier?

Well, the first step to getting your products right is to figure out your skin type.

There are three basic types: Oily, combination, and dry.

Knowing your “type” determines your approach to skin care. Though one is born to a certain kind of skin, it can change with time depending upon one’s lifestyle, diet, environment and even, hormonal changes.

Test yourself:

A quick way is to get a regular sheet of blotting paper, and after you’ve washed your face with soap and water, gently dab it over towel-dried skin.

Oily skin will show oil spots over the paper.
Dry skin does not show any oil.
Combination – oily spots will appear in the T-zone area (forehead, nose, chin) but will stay dry in the other parts.

Once you’ve determined your type, here are a few skin care tips:

1. Normal

Since your skin is probably as smooth as a baby’s bottom, you take proper steps to maintain its clarity, elasticity and tone.
Use gentle yet revitalizing products such as the Diana Stalder Vitamin A Beauty Bar, the Diana Stalder Revitalizing Beauty Bar and the Diana Stalder Nourishing Cream.

2.  Dry skin

Dry skin may not be as prone to breakouts as oily skin, but it needs as much (if not more) care. Dry skin tends to flake easily and is prone to irritation. People with dry skin often have more wrinkles.

Use gentle, moisturizing products. Aim for products with natural ingredients. Since dry skin is susceptible to ageing, pick products that contain sunscreen, such as Diana Stalder Skin Moisturizing Lotion (SPF 30) or the Diana Stalder SBF Collagen Cream which will help retain skin moisture and elasticity. The Diana Stalder Glycerine Beauty Bar also helps ease dry skin issues.

3. Oily Skin
Oily skin is the most prone to pimple outbreaks, therefore place an emphasis on exfoliating and deep-pore cleansing. Aim for products that address pimples and blemishes, such as Diana Stalder Tea Tree Beauty Bar or the Diana Stalder Clean and Tone Lotion.

Remember, the skin is the largest organ in the body. It does such a great job protecting us from the hazards of daily living, therefore, it is our job give it the care and attention it deserves.  Plus, finding out the correct information and taking better care of your skin today, will save you time and money tomorrow


Skin Care 101:  Hand Treatment

Tuesday, 2010-02-02

We use our hands in almost every activity, and yet, we don’t care for them as much as we should.  Our hands often show our age before our face does.

Here are some ways to care for your well-deserving hands . . .

Give them the same attention you give your face

The same products that benefit your facial skin can also be applied on your hands.

When you wash your face, use the same facial wash or soap on your hands too.  While you’re letting the lather on your face seep in on your skin pores, you can wash your hands thoroughly, and then rinse them before proceeding to rinse your face.  After which, you can apply the same crème, moisturizer or serum you use on your face as well.  These products will help keep your hands looking young and moisturized.

You can also use a hand crème that’s suitable for your skin type.

Hand care before and after doing the dishes

Your hands can get dry after doing the dishes.  That’s because soaking in water and the dishwashing agents can strip-off the skin its natural oil.  Over time, your skin will get wrinkled and dry without proper care.

You can actually care for your hands even while doing the dishes by adding a little almond oil to the dishwater, so when you soak your hands in the water, the oil can seal in the moisture.

Don’t forget to apply a moisturizing hand crème after you’re done with the dishes too.

Overnight care

Here’s an overnight solution to achieve softer hands.  Before bedtime, rub petroleum jelly on your hands, put on a pair of cotton gloves, and leave them on overnight.  Your hands will be incredibly softer in the morning!

Sunscreen

Since your hands are usually bare, you can’t avoid exposing them to the sun.  The harmful UV rays can make them age prematurely and develop skin pigmentations.  You can use the same sunscreen on your body and face to protect your hands from the sun.

To keep you hands looking young and soft, you can use the Diana Stalder Skin Moisturizing Lotion.  It gently moisturizes the skin and it contains an SPF 30 sunscreen that will protect it from the harmful sun rays, preventing the appearance of premature aging.


Our Most Popular Diana Stalder Skin Care Products

Friday, 2009-08-14

Since several of you have asked for a list of our most popular Diana Stalder skin care products, here they are, with links directly to the appropriate page at www.SouthGain-Skin-Care.com:


Are Diana Stalder Products Safe for Use on the Bikini Line and Genital Area?

Tuesday, 2009-05-12

Despite the sensitive nature of the topic, this is actually one of the more common questions we receive, and we probably should have written a blog post on this topic long before now.  For many customers—both women and men—the bikini line is a particularly problematic area for dark skin tone.  Often, this includes a wider area of the inner thighs, pubic region, anus and generally anywhere around those “private” parts.  So you’re definitely not alone!

Now, what to do about it?  Is it safe to use Diana Stalder skin whitening or skin lightening products in these areas?  What are the best options?

First,  Diana Stalder products can be used externally all over the body.  Generally speaking, the creams are designed for use on the face, while the lotions are designed for use on the rest of the body.  But these are just general guidelines.  Any Diana Stalder product can be used safely anywhere external on the body.  The creams and lotions should not be used internally, particularly on the female genitalia.  It’s O.K. to wash thoroughly with any of the soaps, although many users will find their “private areas” particularly sensitive when using the Papaya Kojic Soap.

There are several good approaches to these problem areas, and the best choice for you depends on your particular skin type, your specific problem areas, your goals, your timeline and your budget.  One good choice is the Surely White Body Bleaching Kit, or at least the Surely White Body Whitening Lotion and one of the whitening soaps (usually either the Papaya Kojic Soap or the Glutathione Soap if your skin is particularly sensitive).

Another option to consider is the Surely White Whitening Cream—it’s normally intended for the face, and expensive to use on large areas, but can be ideal for the inner thighs and bikini area.  Again, for best results, use this in combination with one of the whitening soaps.

Finally, a common “trick” used by many of our customers is to apply the Deo Roll-On around the bikini line area.  After showering, towel dry, apply the Surely White Body Whitening Lotion or Surely White Whitening Cream, wait about 5 minutes, then use the Deo Roll-On.  Give it a try!

As always, if you have any questions, feel free to send an e-mail to us at CustomerService@SouthGain.com.  Don’t worry—no question is too crazy or should be too embarassing to ask.  Rest assured we handle sensitive customer questions like these every day, and we always treat them with complete privacy and the highest level of professionalism.


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