A Few Face Care Cleansing Tips Everyone Should Know

Do you wear make up everyday like I do? Then, it's important that you have a good regime of cleansing, toning and moisturizing your face skin two times a day, or at least, every evening. Why is this important? Simple. It's to keep your face - the only one that you've got - young and healthy looking.

Make cleansing your face part of the same routine as brushing your teeth. Cleansing everyday not only helps to keep the wrinkles from showing up too early, but you'll end up with skin that people notice - soft and glowing. Who doesn't want that?

One of the most important face care cleansing tips I can give you is to understand the benefits of regular cleansing. Cleaning your facial skin at least every night, will remove the day's dirt, grime and makeup that accumulates on your skin and face throughout the day. Even touching your face with your hands puts dirt on it. The air we breathe and walk in every day is unfortunately, loaded with grime and toxins. This all builds up on your skin.

First thing to do is to pull your hair back off your face so that when you cleanse, you can get your facial skin cleaned all the way up to your hairline. Dirt really loves to dig in and stay put around your hairline. You might not see the dirt, but trust me, it's there.

Second, take off your eye makeup and mascara. You need to do this gently to avoid stretching the skin around your eyes. This is something I think we are all guilty of! I know I have been. The skin under and around your eyes is much more delicate than the rest of your facial skin. And stretching it or rubbing it too hard can cause damage (wrinkles).

You are going to get wrinkles regardless - so why make the process faster by not being careful when you cleanse around your eyes? Use a cotton ball or cotton pad soaked with your favorite eye makeup remover and gently wipe the mascara away.

Next, apply your favorite cleansing lotion over your whole face and gently massage it into your skin - especially the areas where you might have some blemishes or blackheads. Massaging helps to loosen the dirt and makeup, making removal from the pores much easier. It also helps to reduce any potential skin problems - like acne. Some cleansers also act as moisturizers.

Once you have finished massaging it into your face, just remove the excess with a washcloth or tissue.

Toner is a wonderful follow up after cleansing your face of all makeup. It's not mandatory, but I really like how toner makes my skin feel. And after I've applied the toner and let it dry, I then use a night cream that is just right for my skin. It's amazing how soft my skin feels when I wake up every morning!

Just remember, that even though you are in the habit of cleansing your face at night, you should also cleanse it again in the mornings. This makes it possible for you to start with a fresh, clean face for you to put on makeup. Plus, your skin will love you for it. You'll have fewer skin problems and a face that glows with health and radiance.

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August 27 2009 | Acne | No Comments »

Rosacea Treatment: Common Questions and Answers

Rosacea is a skin disorder characterized by an inflamed, reddish blush appearance on the face. This disorder also causes blood vessels to visibly rise to the surface of the skin on the face, and can cause acne-like pimples and scarring, especially if not treated properly. Something in the order of 40 million plus people worldwide are suspected of having rosacea, although in the large majority of cases, the problem goes undiagnosed. Most often found in middle aged white women, rosacea still effects both men and women and people of all races and ages, all the way on down to children and newborns in some cases.

This article will quickly address some concerns related to rosacea treatment. If you or someone in your family suffers from this skin problem, continue reading to learn more about rosacea treatment and your options.

1. Knowledge of personal rosacea triggers is essential.

The phrase "rosacea triggers" deals with any situation, food, or experience that causes a persons rosacea to flare up. Learning what causes this for the individual with rosacea is very critical in dealing with rosacea. Often triggers are all centered around heat in all its various forms. For instance, this could mean intense exercise heats the body up too much and boom - rosacea has flared up. Or it could be as simple as exposure to the sun, taking a shower that's too hot, or eating some spicy Chinese food. Other triggers can be bizarre, such as fruit or yogurt or even medicine!

2. Experiment with over the counter medication and prescription medication for rosacea.

Don't just rely on antibiotics prescribed by the doctor. Certainly, with his or her input into the matter, you should also just over the counter medicines that combat the symptoms of rosacea. They are increasingly available on line and easy to purchase. While you might have to try many of them, it is worth it to find something that works for you personally, even if it does take some trial and error. Ask your doctor what the best non prescription medicine is and give it a shot.

3. Don't forget about natural rosacea treatments too.

Natural treatments can directly help the inflammation of the skin. For example, many people have success rubbing fresh lavender leaves against their face for instant relief. Others believe the drinking green tea daily has health benefits that eventually cause a reduction in rosacea symptoms. Take a look into natural treatments, try some out, and see what you can do for yourself in this regard.

It is true that there is no single cure for rosacea. It takes a life long dance with various treatments to keep the worst symptoms at bay and the mild symptoms under control. Ask your doctor or dermatologist how to come up with a treatment plan and begin taking action today so you can feel better tomorrow.

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August 26 2009 | Skin Care | 2 Comments »