Hormones and Your Skin

Thursday, 2012-05-03

Hormones are chemicals produced by the human body to control and regulate its functions. These hormones affect everything, from moods and appetite, to growth and reproduction. This, of course, means that hormones affect your skin too.

How, exactly, do hormones affect your skin? The answer is that it depends on the hormone, and how much of it you produce. Need a more specific answer? Here’s a brief guide.

Testosterone

One of the effects of increased testosterone levels is increased oil production. Another is the rapid growth of corneal cells, which can accumulate in sebaceous or oil glands. Combine the two – plugged ducts and increased oil production – and you have a recipe for acne.

While we can’t help you bring down your testosterone levels, we can help you deal with the symptoms. Regular application of Diana Stalder Night Gel combats the inflammation and bacterial growth that leads to bad acne breakouts. If you’d like, you can also try the Diana Stalder Surely White Acne Treatment Kit, which includes the Night Gel as well as other acne-fighting products.

Thyroxin

Thyroxin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. If you produce too much of it, your skin gets easily flushed and sweaty, and also starts looking warm and smooth. Unfortunately, your skin also becomes thinner and more fragile.

If you produce too little thyroxin, on the other hand, your skin can become coarse, thick, dry, and scaly. Your sweat glands also begin to shut down, making it more difficult to sweat.

Either way, you’re likely to suffer rapid hair loss. Because both of these conditions stress your body, it can redirect energy and nutrients from hair cells and follicles to other areas.

Estrogen

Estrogens, both natural and synthetic, decrease the effects of testosterone and other male sex hormones. This leads to decreased oil production, which in turn, helps prevent acne. For this reason, birth control pills are sometimes prescribed off-label to treat acne.

Reduced estrogen levels, on the other hand, lead to significant changes in the skin. It causes a decrease in collagen and a reduction in the number of blood vessels. This leads to dry, fragile, pale, inelastic skin that is more prone to wrinkles. One way to combat this is by regular washing with Diana Stalder Collagen Beauty Bar.

However, not everything is rosy when it comes to estrogen. High estrogen levels can trigger an increase in melanin production. This can cause patchy discolorations on the face which are known as melasma. If you are prone to melasma, we recommend protecting your skin from the sun with a sunscreen like Diana Stalder Sunblock Cream, as well as loading your diet with antioxidant-rich food. To deal with the melasma, we also recommend regular washing with Diana Stalder Black Soap.

Like it or not, your hormone levels will keep changing, whether due to health conditions, illnesses, or aging. One of the keys to healthy skin is knowing how to deal with these changes. We hope this post helps you do that, or at least gives you a starting point.

Do you have any of your own tips to share? Leave a comment below and let us know!

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Skin Tips: Caring for Eczema

Wednesday, 2012-02-22

SouthGain is pleased to present the following article by special arrangement with guest writer Aileen Stillman.  If you are interested in submitting a guest article for SouthGainBlog.com, please contact us.

Eczema is a skin condition that can be both irritating and embarrassing. They typical symptoms include dry, itching and reddened skin patches, and it can be treated with moisturizers, topical steroids, and antihistamines. A person with eczema has to fight a constant battle with their skin, but, if you have this disease, there are a lot of things you can do to avoid flare ups.

  1. Start with Good Hygiene – With eczema, your skin is more vulnerable to infections, cold sores, and warts. To avoid these things, it is important to practice good hygiene. Take lukewarm baths. Use soap-free products, as soap may aggravate your eczema, and bath oils to help moisturize your skin. Don’t wash your hair in a bath because shampoo may irritate your skin, and pat your skin to dry it off rather than rubbing.
  2. Moisturize Often – Moisturize your irritated skin as much as possible. This is the best way to keep your symptoms under control. Find a plain, unscented moisturizer and start a schedule. For best results, moisturize after bathing.
  3. Know Your Triggers – You will find out over time what products and environments trigger your eczema. The important thing here is to learn from these experiences and avoid those things that cause your flare ups. You may have to stop using products with fragrance or stop eating certain foods and look for mild products to avoid the chemicals causing your discomfort. Some other things that may be causing your irritation include your laundry detergent and fabric softener, pet dander, certain fabrics, and chlorine in pools.
  4. Be Careful Which Skin Products You Use – Even some hypoallergenic products may irritate your skin. You shouldn’t use make-up whenever possible, and avoid perfumes, lotions, and soaps with strong scents. Test any new products on a small part of your skin in an inconspicuous area to see if your skin reacts to the product.
  5. Avoid Allergens – Some people find that when they avoid certain allergens, their eczema is completely manageable. You may be allergic to dust mites, molds, certain pollens, or specific foods. Try avoiding these things as much as possible to see if your eczema clears up.
  6. Temperature – Sudden temperature and humidity changes may be causing your irritation. You may have noticed that your eczema flares up after going into an air-conditioned building on a hot day or after going into a hot shower. To avoid these drastic temperature changes, don’t overheat your house in the winter or overcool it in the summer, and dress in lots of small layers when you go outside. With eczema, you want to make sure you don’t overheat, and layering your clothing makes this much easier than if you just used one large layer. Also, use a humidifier when the weather is dry and cold, and limit your amount of sun exposure in the warmer months. Some people with eczema go outside without putting on sun screen because most of these lotions irritate their condition, but then they end up harming their skin even more. Stay in the shade as much as possible to avoid overheating as well.
  7. Manage Your Stress Level – Lots of stress could make your eczema symptoms worse, which will make you itch and stress out more. Find a way to manage your stress level. Try meditation, yoga, exercise, a good book, or another hobby to get your mind off your stress.
  8. Don’t Scratch! – Trim your nails to the quick if you have to. Don’t scratch your eczema patches. It can actually make you itch more, and it could cause a skin infection. Try a cold compress, a bath, or medication if your moisturizer isn’t doing the trick.

Aileen Stillman is the creator of bachelorsofscience.org, which is a site devoted to educating readers about their opportunities should they decide to get a Bachelor of Science degree. She enjoys writing articles about skin care, science, and healthy living.

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Reversing the Effects of Sun Damage

Tuesday, 2012-02-21

You probably know already that overexposure to the sun’s rays can damage your skin and cause it to age prematurely. You also probably already know the value of wearing sunscreen daily.

Chances are, however, you didn’t worry about sun protection in your younger years, and you’ve already sustained several years worth of sun damage on your skin. You can’t change the past, but by taking steps to care for your skin, you can reverse some of the effects of sun damage. Interested? Here are a few simple tips:

Smooth it out

The buildup of dead skin cells can make your skin look blotchy and uneven. One of the simplest ways to make your skin appear smoother is by exfoliating. Regular use of an exfoliant like Diana Stalder Facial Scrub removes dead skin cells, leaving skin looking smoother.

An added benefit of exfoliating is that the treatments you apply afterwards work better. When you exfoliate, you apply lotions, creams, and other topical treatments on a fresh layer of skin, and not the layer of dead skin cells that normally stay on top.

One disadvantage of exfoliating, however, is that it makes your skin more prone to the elements. This is why our next tip is so important.

Protect your skin

We can’t stress this enough: the best thing you can do for your skin is protect it from the sun. Even (or especially) if you’ve already sustained skin damage from the sun, putting on sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 like Diana Stalder Sunblock Cream is important. Wearing sunscreen helps prevent further sun damage, and this is especially important after you exfoliate, when your skin is most prone to damage from the elements. This also gives your skin and immune system time to repair some of the damage that has already been done.

Bleach a little

If you’re worried about blotchy skin, dark spots, and other discoloration caused by sun damage, we recommend the Diana Stalder Surely White Body Bleaching Kit. The kit not only includes Papaya Kojic Soap and Surely White SW Body Lotion to treat the blemishes on your skin, but also includes the Diana Stalder Skin Moisturizing Lotion, which works as both a moisturizer and a sunscreen.

Nourish your skin

Vitamin A great for rejuvenating sun-damaged skin. We recommend using Diana Stalder Vitamin A Beauty Bar regularly to help nurse your skin back to health. As a side benefit, Vitamin A also helps treat acne.

Nourishment, however, shouldn’t just be (pardon the pun) skin deep. What you eat affects your skin’s health, so it’s important to watch your diet too. You want food rich in Vitamins A, C, and E to fight skin damage. Recent research has also shown that lycopene, which is found in tomatoes and other food, does wonders for your skin’s natural UV protection.

Of course, hydration is also important. Your skin needs water to look healthy, and dehydrating yourself doesn’t help repair your skin. Make sure you drink enough water during the day, and keep a bottle (or a glass) of water by your bedside too.

Do you have any tips or tricks to repair the effects of sun damage? Please share them with us too!

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Skin Care 101: Five Tips on How to Simplify your Skin Care Routine

Friday, 2012-02-17

Many of us are guilty of collecting as many beauty products as we can. They do look good on our bedrooms and boudoirs, don’t they? Some of us have our own prized possessions: that limited edition perfume or that certain hand cream which reminds us of our grandmother’s scent.

What we may not realize, though, is that using a lot of beauty products may take a toll on our skin. In fact, this may be the reason behind your acne or your sensitized skin. The rule is simple – the fewer chemicals we have on our skin, the better – and there’s no other way to do this than simplifying our skin care routine.

1.    Organize and keep clean
Allot some time to take inventory of every beauty product you own. How often do you use each one of them? Retain the products which you use on a regular basis, especially those that have really worked well with your skin. Throw out the following: those that are nearing or have already gone beyond their expiration dates, those that cause you to break out, those that simply have no effect on your skin, those which you keep only because of their pretty packaging, and those which you keep because of their sentimental value.

2.    Look for the multifunctional
What better way to simplify your skin care routine than using multipurpose products? You don’t need to spend more money on these products; you only need to hone your label-studying skills. For example, instead of applying moisturizer and sunscreen separately, why not buy moisturizer with a good SPF, such as the Diana Stalder Skin Moisturizing Lotion with SPF 30? Or, to raise your simplifying act one notch higher, how about buying a tinted moisturizer with SPF? That way, you can ditch your moisturizer, sunscreen and foundation for just one product, like the Diana Stalder SBF-Collagen Cream.

3.    More is not always better
We already know how damaging it is if we try to exfoliate our skin daily. We only need to do so once or twice a week to avoid irritations. Aside from that, we can also lessen the frequency of our other beauty rituals. If you wash your face twice a day, you can reduce it to just once a day by using cleanser only at night before going to bed. You should use a good cleanser, such as the Diana Stalder Facial Wash. In the morning, just wash with water, as over-cleansing can cause your skin to dry.

4.    Invest on the essentials
Don’t try too hard and get real. Do you really need to apply three or more products on your skin every single day? Unless you have some major skin problems to take care of, all you need to apply daily are a good cleanser and a moisturizer (possibly with SPF). If you don’t have really oily skin, skip the toner as the cleanser is good enough in removing excess oils and dirt. You will also need to keep an exfoliator (a bottle of Diana Stalder Facial Scrub perhaps) on retainer, but remember that this is not meant for daily use.

5.    Be a critical shopper
Only buy products that are skin-friendly and effective. Know your skin thoroughly. What irritates your skin? Be vigilant in studying the product’s components. If it contains even one irritant, don’t buy it. What’s your skin type? Buy products that target your skin problems and, as much as possible, avoid those that are made for all skin types. Do not be dependent on hearsays or other people’s reviews when buying a product – a product that is effective for others may not necessarily be effective on your skin.

 

These are only five tips you can follow to get you started with your simplified skin care routine. However, we still have one bonus tip: prevention is better than cure. To maintain healthy and young-looking skin, it is important to always stay hydrated and eat a balanced diet. It is also equally important to remain active and stop unhealthy vices such as drinking and smoking.

Remember that what goes inside your body reflects on the outside. Sometimes, they even affect our skin more than the products we apply. We may have already simplified and perfected our skin care routines, but ultimately, it is our overall health that we need to look out for.

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What is Toasted Skin Syndrome?

Saturday, 2012-02-11

If you’re reading this on your laptop, and it’s on your lap, stop. Put your laptop on a desk (or another flat surface), get comfortable, then continue reading. Laptop off your lap? Good. Let’s begin.

What causes it?

Toasted skin syndrome, as the name suggests, is discoloration of skin that has been exposed to heat for prolonged periods. Technically called erythema ab igne (which means redness from fire), this condition is also known as hot water bottle rash, fire stains, and laptop thigh, among others.

As the multiple names suggest, the condition can be caused by several heat sources. Anything that gives off mild to moderate heat, somewhere between 109.4°F to 116.6°F  (43°C to 47°C), can cause this rash.

I don’t touch things that are that hot, do I?

One of the culprits could be your laptop, which can heat up to 111°F  (44°C), or even higher if you end up blocking the exhaust fan. Fortunately (or unfortunately, depending on how you look at it), the rash   usually affects only one leg (usually the left).

If you suffer from chronic pain and often reach for hot water bottles and heating pads, you’re at risk too. Your hot compress can bring very welcome pain relief, but keep it on too long and it could also give you unwanted skin discoloration.

You might want to check other heat sources at home and in the car too. Heated seats, electric heaters, and even your fireplace could be cause for concern.

Sometimes, it’s just an occupational hazard. Bakers and chefs might have toasted skin on their arms, silversmiths and jewellers might get a rash on their faces, and others might have discoloration elsewhere.

Basically, if you’re exposed to heat for extended periods, you should be careful.

How will I know if I have erythema ab igne?

For some people, the first clue is mild itchiness and a burning sensation. However, most people would probably ignore this. The first cause for concern is usually a mild red rash that can be described as mottled, blotchy, or sponge-patterned.

My skin is toasted. Should I be worried?

Toasted skin syndrome is generally harmless, and if you only see slight redness, it should resolve itself in a few months. In some cases, the discoloration may be too severe, making resolution unlikely, and the skin darkening likely permanent.

In very rare cases, enough damage has been done to cause skin cancers. There are no known skin cancer cases linked to laptop use, but it might still be a good idea to keep that laptop off your lap, or at least use a heat shield under it.

What can I do about my toasted skin?

The most important thing is to stop, or at least minimize your exposure to the source of heat. If it’s your laptop, use a heat shield, or better yet, get it off your lap completely. If it’s your hot compress or a heated seat, time your sessions. Put the heat on for 10 minutes at most, and give your skin time to cool down. If it’s part of your job, well… all we can recommend is that you pamper your skin when you can.

One way to do this is by washing with Diana Stalder Vitamin A Beauty Bar. As we mentioned in a previous post 5 Skin Care Facts You Need to Know, “vitamin A does wonders to repair damaged skin.” Who knows? Maybe, with the right skin care regimen, you can undo the damage and un-toast your skin.

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The Skinny on Applying Skin Care Products

Monday, 2012-02-06

Have you ever jumped on a miracle-skincare-product-bandwagon only to find out it fails to deliver its promise? At least for you – since the other two million women out there swear it effectively made their skin smoother, softer and much younger-looking.

While it could be that this product simply doesn’t match your skin chemistry, it could also be that you weren’t able to apply it correctly. Yes, the effectiveness of a product actually depends on how you use it. If the thought didn’t cross your mind, you should read the following rules to follow when applying skin care products.

1.    Cleanse-tone-moisturize

Complete beauty regimen in three simple steps. Basically, the rule of thumb is to never apply anything on your face before you get rid of dirt and makeup. Cleansing is best done with lukewarm water and a non-soap cleanser like the Diana Stalder Facial Wash that gently cleanses and conditions the skin.

After cleansing, you need to use a toner to further take off stubborn dirt, makeup and excess oil, as well as to remove dead skin cells. A toner like the Diana Stalder Surely White SW Skin Toner will even help you achieve whiter skin!

Cleansing and toning may leave your skin feeling dry, so you need to moisturize with a good moisturizer such as the Diana Stalder Her Facial Lotion. Remember to moisturize daily to prevent the appearance of wrinkles and to delay aging. Your older self will certainly thank you.

2.    Massage in circular motions

Some women just rub products on their skin and let it do the work. Avoid doing that. First, rubbing your skin will cause unsightly wrinkles. Second, you’re not getting the most out of your product. You need to maximize the product by actually massaging it into your skin in slow and circular motions. Massaging helps improve the blood circulation and enables the product to penetrate deeper into your skin, therefore delivering maximum results.

3.    Remember to exfoliate

Obviously, your skincare product won’t be able to do its work on your face if it has a thick buildup of dirt and dead skin cells. If you haven’t exfoliated in a while, now is the time to do it. However, take care not to overdo exfoliation. Do not make the mistake of exfoliating everyday as it can cause more damage to your skin.

It is recommended that we exfoliate once or twice a week using mild scrubs on moist skin (please don’t attempt to exfoliate dry skin). Exfoliate with a moderate pressure that is enough to remove dead skin cells but doesn’t irritate your skin.  Lastly, avoid scrubs with huge particles that can tear your pores. You’re better off with exfoliators such as the Diana Stalder Facial Scrub, which you can also use all over your body!

4.    Pea-sized is better

There is a reason why the instructions on almost every skin care product label tell you to use a pea-sized amount – and there’s a good reason why you should follow it. A pea-sized amount of the product spread evenly is enough to cover your face but not too much that it causes irritation. Unless it is otherwise stated, you wouldn’t want to slather a “generous” amount of chemicals on your face, especially if it can cause allergic reactions. Also, chances are your skin wouldn’t be able to absorb all of them anyway.

5.    Maximize absorption

Speaking of absorption, you should also aim to maximize your skin’s absorbing capacity. Don’t fret; you don’t need to be a rocket scientist to figure out how. Simply keep in mind that most chemicals present in skincare products, especially creams such as the Diana Stalder Nourishing Crème, penetrate moist skin better than dry skin. This is because these chemicals work better when they are dissolved. Another thing to keep in mind is to avoid applying products on cold skin because warm skin absorbs skincare ingredients much better.

These are but a few tips you need to keep in mind when applying products onto your skin. Remember that your responsibility to your skin doesn’t end when you purchase a product. It goes with your daily beauty regimen, when you need to make sure you have applied your moisturizer or your sunblock properly. Just think of skin care as an investment – an investment you surely won’t regret.

By applying these simple skin care tips, I guarantee you’ll make the most out of your products and you’ll see the best of your skin!

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Skin Care 101: How Skin Ages

Monday, 2012-01-30

“Laugh a lot, and when you’re older, all your wrinkles will be in the right places”
−    Anonymous

There are few things as soft and smooth as a baby’s bottom, at least if you believe the expression. With few exceptions, a baby’s skin is soft, clear, and wrinkle-free – and it usually stays that way until early adolescence. After that, however, it usually goes downhill.

You can, however, do something about it. You can’t stop the effects of aging entirely, but there are  ways to help keep your skin looking fresh, clear, and young. All it takes is a little care, and a bit of help from us.

The Teen Years and Hormones

Puberty brings a lot of hormonal changes, and along with this rush of hormones comes a lot of skin changes. Among the most common changes are increased oil production, along with its more annoying cousin: acne.

The best thing you can do for your skin at this age is protect it from the sun. This means staying in the shade as much as possible, and wearing sun protection when you have to get under the sun. Our suggestion, dab on some Diana Stalder Sunblock Cream everyday.

Of course, there’s still the problem plaguing teenagers the world over: acne. Washing your face regularly is a great way to keep your skin clean and free from oil, and a mild scrub like Diana Stalder Oatmeal Beauty Bar does wonders. If you need something a bit more potent to combat pimples, Diana Stalder Tea Tree Beauty Bar has antimicrobial properties that are very effective against acne and fungi.

The 20′s: First Signs of Aging

The first signs of aging usually begin in your 20′s, when the collagen and elastin that have kept your skin soft and supple start to break down. Once again, UV protection is your best bet to control any skin damage. Diana Stalder Skin Moisturizing Lotion contains an SPF 30 sunscreen that protects skin against harmful sun rays, and gently moisturizes your skin, helping prevent premature aging.

The 30′s: Early Environmental Damage

Damage from sun exposure usually begins to show up in your 30′s, but the good news is that sun-induced wrinkles are still barely visible at this age. Your skin’s collagen and elastin continue to lose their spring too, making skin care more important.

On top of protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays, moisturizing skin becomes even more important. A soap like Diana Stalder Collagen Beauty Bar helps restore your skin’s elasticity, as does Diana Stalder Skin Revitalizer.

The 40′s & 50′s: Revealing the Damage

Moisturizing comes to the forefront in your 40′s & 50′s. Dead skin cells start to stick around longer, but a mild scrub like Diana Stalder Oatmeal Beauty Bar can help solve that. Diana Stalder Nourishing Crème  exfoliates your skin as well, and also maintain your skin’s elasticity.

If you haven’t done your diligence protecting your skin from sun damage, this is the time it starts showing up. This is also the when wrinkles, age spots, and spider veins become evident. As always, moisturizers and sunscreen should be a part of your daily skin care regimen, and a product like Diana Stalder SBF-Collagen Cream gives you both.

The 60′s and Beyond: Protection & Pampering Paying Off

When you hit your 60′s, a lifetime of skin care starts paying off. You can’t stop the clock completely, so  your skin probably shows some signs of aging already. Fortunately, if you’ve taken good care of your skin, your wrinkles, spots, and other blemishes won’t be too obvious.

This doesn’t mean you should stop caring for your skin though. A daily dose of moisturizer, a dab of SPF, and continued care should help keep your skin young and fresh. Of course, smiling a lot helps too – if you’re going to have wrinkles anyway, you can at least have your wrinkles in the right places.

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Why Men Should Take Care of Their Skin

Friday, 2012-01-20

Since time immemorial, skin care has always been under women’s domain. But recently, men’s skin care products are booming in the market, offering cleansers, toners, even lotions to keep his skin’s healthy, youthful glow.

While there are some products that can be used by both men and women, understanding the basic differences of Adam’s skin over Eve’s is needed so that awareness of proper products and other skin regimens can be done to get desirable outcomes.

Today’s article will focus more on the unique attributes of a man’s skin.

In a nutshell…

Men lose collagen, a skin-strengthening protein, at a slower rate than women. But the male of our species tends to boast on their thicker epidural layer with larger pores that clog with dirt and oil more easily. Also, since they shave their face regularly to get rid of all those facial hairs, it can result to further scraping and skin damage.

Traditionally, men spend less time taking care of their skin, but they spend more time damaging their skin because they engage more on outdoor activities and hazardous work conditions.

Men’s skin care

Like women, men also need to cleanse, exfoliate, and moisturize to be able to be able to meet that optimal skin health and unwanted changes that can occur with intrinsic and extrinsic aging. To the rest of the male species, cleansing is the single most important thing you can do to your face.

After getting rid of all those oil and dirt on the surface, men should also exfoliate. It helps dislodge debris that normal washing can’t touch. A good scrub should have granules to help smooth the skin and eliminate the dullness that results from normal pore clogging and dirt build-up.

Finish up with a good moisturizing. This may sound too much, but I’m sure you don’t want your face to look like a big blackhead, right? Having the right moisturizer for your skin type can take care of all your facial needs.

One of the most important products that men should use is Diana Stalder His Facial Lotion. It is formulated with cucumber extract especially for a man’s dry or wrinkled skin.  It also moisturizes and has a toning effect that makes your skin appear radiant and younger looking.

When it comes to skin care, there shouldn’t be any gender differences involved. Men and women, alike need their respective dose of skin regimen that will help them maintain their young looking skin.

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Harness The Power of Fruits for Great Skin

Monday, 2012-01-09

Isn’t it nice to have your own beauty products right in your own kitchen? Eating fruits and using them as a part of your beauty regimen is one of the oldest ways to maintain a healthy, youthful skin. Not only are they effective, they’re also a whole lot inexpensive compared to surgical procedures.

If you like fruits, then you’re in for a big treat. If not, then you better read this; it will only take a minute or two. We’ve compiled a list of fruits that you should start eating.

Apple

Used for centuries for their excellent healing powers and an excellent remedy for fine wrinkles, cracked skin, itching skin, and inflammation, apples can also be used as conditioners while preventing dandruff. They work as excellent toners, too! Apple juice is also the best breath freshener.

Apricot and Orange

Apricots are best for sunburn, eczema, and itching. Oranges, on the other hand, are known and effective remedies for pimple and acne and can be used as scar and blemish removal. Apricots and Oranges are rich in Vitamin C, helping to produce collagen that strengthens the capillaries that feed the skin.

Avocado and Banana

Not only can they be made as effective facial masks, avocado and banana are also rich in Vitamin E and other minerals that are known for their anti-aging powers. They make great skin restoratives for anyone over 35.

Cucumber

Cucumbers are famous for their efficiency in getting rid of those appalling dark circles under your eyes; but, their healing powers doesn’t stop there.  They’re good for treating skin eruptions, bulges, and for skin whitening. Effective in preventing pimples, wrinkles, blackheads, and dryness of the face.

Aside from all these tasty fruits and vegetables, there are also effective products that you can use to ensure that young-looking skin. Like Oranges and Cucumbers, Diana Stalder Black Soap also lightens and evens out skin tone for both face and body.  It gently eliminates the appearance of skin pigmentation, age spots, acne scars, blemishes and other forms of melasma.

Diana Stalder Lemon Soap is also an impressive product formulated with an acne-fighting ingredient (salicylic acid) that is not harsh to the skin.  It is particularly good for oily skin and helps prevent the formation of pimples.

After your Banana or Avocado facial mask, you can use Diana Stalder Nourishing Crème to help in exfoliating dead skin cells, stimulating epidermal turn-over and increasing the rate of desquamation.  It revitalizes skin and maintains its elasticity.

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Old Beauty Tales We Believed to be Truthful

Tuesday, 2011-12-20

“A woman’s asset,” according to author Alex Comfort, “is her beauty.” Different beauty tips have been passed on from one generation to another. I’m pretty sure some of the beauty rituals you religiously follow have been taught by your mother, that’s been told to them by their mothers. It’s simply an endless cycle.

However, some beauty tales are misguided. Despite the lack of evidence that chocolates make you break-out, or that dry skin can cause wrinkles, we still believe them. After all, they’re told by our mothers, who also learned it from their mothers, and so on.

Want to learn other fascinating truths about these old beauty tales? Read up and we’ll give you straight answers.

Eating chocolate and greasy food makes you break out

Don’t go blaming that greasy pizza or chocolate bar you ate yesterday for the pimple you spotted today! According to dermatologists, the only foods that may heighten acne are sushi, shellfish, and soy sauce. These foods contain high amounts of iodine which has been linked to inflammation and break-outs.

If you don’t want your acne to get worse, or prevent that pimple from happening, you can try using a milder soap like, Diana Stalder Lemon Soap it’s formulated with an acne-fighting ingredient (salicylic acid) that is not harsh to the skin.  It is particularly good for oily skin and helps prevent the formation of pimples.

Dry skin causes wrinkles

Wrinkles form when collagen breaks down far below the surface of the skin where dry skin occurs. The number one cause of collagen degeneration is due to too much sun exposure. Moisturizers can improve the appearance of wrinkles by temporarily plumping the parched skin around them.

Diana Stalder SBF Collagen Cream is formulated for older skin as a makeup foundation.  It contains a sunscreen (SPF 30) to protect the skin from harmful UV rays that cause premature aging of the skin.  It also nourishes and moisturizes the skin, helping maintain elasticity and preventing dryness.
Cold water will shrink your pores

Cold water constricts blood vessels so skin only feels tighter. Your pore size, however, is something you get from your parents. Pores look bigger when they are clogged with oil and dead skin. Pores also stretch out when you lose collagen.

Using a toner like, Diana Stalder Surely White SW Skin toner, will do a much better job than an icy splash will. This product is specially formulated to minimize pore size and keep the skin smooth.

If you have anything to add to this mythbusting article, do not hesitate to leave us a comment! :)

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