Have you notice that when you buy certain products you will encounter different terms that seem unfamiliar to you? Most of these terms are known to be chemicals. These chemicals are the ones commonly used inskin care products such as lotions or creams for your skin. Sometimes it gives us trouble deciphering the language of skin care products. But do not worry, I have here guide that will help you understand some ingredients that may give benefit to your skin.
Here are the five common chemicals used in skin care product:
First is the chemical known as Retinol. This is a derivative of vitamin A, and a lot of over the counter skin care products contain retinol. Retinol's stronger counterpart is tretinoin, which is the active ingredient in Retin-A and Renova, available by prescription only. If your skin is too sensitive to use Retin-A,retinol is an excellent alternative.
Retinol is proven to improve mottled pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, skin texture, skin tone and color, and retinol also helps to re-hydrate your skin. You may also hear about retinyl palmitate. This falls into the same family as retinol, but if the skin care product you choose contains retinyl palmitate, you will need to use more of this product than one that contains retinol to get the same effect.
Second is the Vitamin C which is the only antioxidant that is proven to stimulate the synthesis of collagen, which is essential since your body's natural collagen production decreases as you age. Collagen is considered a person's fountain of youth; it's responsible for warding off wrinkles and fine lines. Studies have shown that vitamin C helps to minimize fine lines, scars and wrinkles.
It is still important to be choosy when selecting a vitamin C product. Vitamin C in its most commonly found forms is highly unstable when exposed to oxygen, making it useless. Also, many topical vitamin C preparations do not penetrate the skin enough to make a difference.
Third in line is the a chemical called Alpha-hydroxy Acid or better known as AHAs. It is an Over-the-counter skin care products containing alpha-hydroxy acids (glycolic, lactic, tartaric and citric acids) have become increasingly popular over the last five years. 0Creams and lotions with alpha-hydroxy acids may help with fine lines, irregular pigmentation and age spots, and may reduce the size of enlarged pores. Side effects of alpha-hydroxy acids include mild irritation and sun sensitivity. For that reason, sunscreen should be used every morning. To help avoid skin irritation with alpha-hydroxy acids, it is advisable to start with a product with low concentrations of AHA. Also, give your skin a chance to get used to the product. Start out by applying AHA skin products every other day, gradually working up to a daily application.
Next is the Hydroquinone which is popularly referred to as bleaching creams or lightening agents. These skin care products are used to lighten hyper pigmentation, such as age spots and dark spots related to pregnancy or hormone therapy (melasma or chloasma). Some over-the-counter skin care products contain hydroquinone, but your doctor can also prescribe a solution with a higher concentration of hydroquinone if your skin doesn't respond to over- the-counter treatments.
Fifth and the last is known as the Kojic acid. Is a more recent remedy for the treatment of pigment problems and age spots. If you are allergic to hydroquinone, use products that have Kojic acid. Kojic acid is derived from a fungus, and studies have shown that it is effective as a lightening agent, inhibiting production of melanin.
Use this information to sort through various skin care products on the market. But for your own safety, and if you're still unsure which skin care products are right for you, ask your dermatologist.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
The Different Kinds of Beauty Products for Men
Who says men have no time for beauty products? Compare before, men are now curious about their physical beauties. Different beauty products for men are very visible wherever you go. Just like women, men’s beauty products come with different kinds, that is, from head to foot.
Men’s scalp is a lot more oily compare to those of women. That is why, if possible, they need to use shampoos and conditioners are good for their scalp. Though most of men have short hair, they still need to take good care of their hair to avoid their scalp from drying that could cause dandruff. Choosing the right products for their hair just like anti-dandruff shampoos and conditioners give them a hair that is so soft, clean and dandruff free hair.
Facial products are useful to men. They say, facial products eliminate the oiliness of men’s face, give them soothing and smooth skin. These products include facial foams, shaving creams, after shaves, toners, facial scrubs and creams. But what are these products do to the skin?
Facial foams and facial scrubs are usually used two to three times a day to eliminate dirt and facial oils. Shaving creams on the other hand are being applied before a man would shave his beard or mustache to make it easy for them to shave. After shaves are best used after shaving, along with shaving creams. Toners are sometimes used after using of facial foams, for your facial skin looks clearer and dirt free. Creams on the other hand are best used after applying toners.
For their body, beauty products fro men include, deodorants, cologne sprays and perfumes and lotions. Men should not forget to pamper their bodies. A man with a fresh scent is much great to smell compare to those who are not. It is good for men to put their underarms deodorant everyday especially after taking a bath. There is a study says that men sweat twice compare to women. It is just right for them to take extra care of their body. To add an extra fresh feeling, cologne sprays and perfumes are being used. Women find men who smell like a man fresh from shower than a man fresh from work.
As men sweat so fast, it affects not just their upper body but also on the lowest part, their feet. Imagine taking off your shoes from work and smell that dull odor from your feet. Feet need extra care, don’t they? Athlete’s foot is now one of the problems that men are facing. They need to give it an extra care to their feet. It’s as easy as, drying your feet and put an anti-fungi cream or powder to your feet to avoid having feet diseases.
Though men are not that vain compare to women, they must still give an extra effort to their physical aspects. There is actually nothing wrong in trying as long as what you try could give yourself a better result.
Look your best! Feel your best!
Men’s scalp is a lot more oily compare to those of women. That is why, if possible, they need to use shampoos and conditioners are good for their scalp. Though most of men have short hair, they still need to take good care of their hair to avoid their scalp from drying that could cause dandruff. Choosing the right products for their hair just like anti-dandruff shampoos and conditioners give them a hair that is so soft, clean and dandruff free hair.
Facial products are useful to men. They say, facial products eliminate the oiliness of men’s face, give them soothing and smooth skin. These products include facial foams, shaving creams, after shaves, toners, facial scrubs and creams. But what are these products do to the skin?
Facial foams and facial scrubs are usually used two to three times a day to eliminate dirt and facial oils. Shaving creams on the other hand are being applied before a man would shave his beard or mustache to make it easy for them to shave. After shaves are best used after shaving, along with shaving creams. Toners are sometimes used after using of facial foams, for your facial skin looks clearer and dirt free. Creams on the other hand are best used after applying toners.
For their body, beauty products fro men include, deodorants, cologne sprays and perfumes and lotions. Men should not forget to pamper their bodies. A man with a fresh scent is much great to smell compare to those who are not. It is good for men to put their underarms deodorant everyday especially after taking a bath. There is a study says that men sweat twice compare to women. It is just right for them to take extra care of their body. To add an extra fresh feeling, cologne sprays and perfumes are being used. Women find men who smell like a man fresh from shower than a man fresh from work.
As men sweat so fast, it affects not just their upper body but also on the lowest part, their feet. Imagine taking off your shoes from work and smell that dull odor from your feet. Feet need extra care, don’t they? Athlete’s foot is now one of the problems that men are facing. They need to give it an extra care to their feet. It’s as easy as, drying your feet and put an anti-fungi cream or powder to your feet to avoid having feet diseases.
Though men are not that vain compare to women, they must still give an extra effort to their physical aspects. There is actually nothing wrong in trying as long as what you try could give yourself a better result.
Look your best! Feel your best!
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