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Acne: Choosing the Right Product for Acne Skincare

Saturday, April 26th, 2008
by Raymond Lam

For most of us that take pride in the way we look, the thought of suffering with acne or Zits, may at first seem awful; treatments however, are slowly improving. This is a skin complaint that affects many people around the world so scientific research to find a cure is fierce; now, some of these skin conditions are gradually being conquered. We can classify acne skin care products into 3 broad categories:

*Preventative: Creams, lotions etc. to help cleanse and tone the skin

*Those available at a drugstore or over-the-counter

*Specialized, on-prescription acne products

Those that fall into the preventative category are based around general skin conditioning to help stop acne from forming; these include cleansers, make-up removers and other similar products that can help prevent the condition. This is a market where many people use this type of product every day to condition their skin; often used by those who want to prevent future skin problems from occurring. Some of these products are designed to act like an acne skin care product and act against the causes of this complaint; they ensure the facial pores (and other areas) remain free of oil. These products prevent the oil from getting trapped in pores and can hamper the growth of bacteria, this can lead to the bad skin condition.

Other skin care treatments can help exfoliate the skin; most can even be purchased over the Internet in addition to normal outlets. Dead skin cells and other atmospheric pollutants are removed cleaning the pores which reduce the chance of any bacterial growth. The growth of the skin care market has allowed even more specialized acne skin care products to be available without the need to visit the doctor. A bacterium that aids the formation of acne is stopped by creams and cleansers that contain benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid; they are designed to extract the excess oil that bacteria need to promote the development of acne.

It is often a good idea to start with a product that has lower concentration of benzoyl peroxide (e.g. 5 percent) to see how the skin responds; if a reaction occurs, a cleaner or cream containing alpha hydroxy acid should be safe. It might just be a case of trial and error to find an acne skin care product that works; if finding something that works is proving difficult, your dermatologist should be able to help. On-prescription treatments are prescribed by a dermatologist and can include ointments that can be applied on the affected area or oral antibiotics or just any topical ointment.

In more serious cases your skin care specialist may decide that a small surgical procedure can be used to remove the oil and infection from your pores; this is not something you should ever attempt yourself. Another effective course of skin care treatment is hormone therapy; hormonal changes are known to cause acne and such skin care treatments often effective. The end result is dealing with this skin complaint is not the problem it once was, there are now a huge range of products specifically formulated for the task.

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Cavemen, Knights of the Roundtable, & Topless Shoes?

Saturday, April 26th, 2008
by Brock Obama

Topless sandals are the best thing for your feet. Feet were meant to live outside the shoe. You will find that a lot of people are always looking for the best in shoe apparel and it is now here in the form of topless sandals. Nothing is better for summer shoe wear! Think about it… the feet are the most important part of the body besides your brain, when walking. Why walk without the best sandals to support your summer adventures.

Sweaty feet are bad stuff. Your feet smell really bad when it’s hot outside and sandals with ventalation can help! Especially when you refuse to wash your feet following a mud bath with a bunch of pigs in a hog pen. Hello!!!! Topless sandals are the greatest thing ever invented besides loaf bread.

Topless sandals work for people with very sweaty feet and yes it is it is very cool. Hence the name mycoolfeet! The reason why, is that air is able to circulate freely over the bare top of your feet all day long. It also keeps your nasty foot fungus down. A feisty foot fungus is a hard thing to control. Trust me I know! Let the sun bathe your feet, by wearing your sandals without tops, and kill off that nasty toe fungus.

One of the great things about wearing topless sandals, is the fact that your feet never have tan lines. Tan lines are so unsightly, nerdy, and so ugly that it is unbelievable that this was not invented in the middle ages. Well, maybe it was. The knights of the round table were probably wearing topless steel shoes while plotting a murderous takeover of some foreign country. Wellmaybe that is a stretch of the truth.

Topless sandals WILL go down in history. Lets face it! So historic in fact, that caveman started with the topless sandal made out of a flint. Just kidding!! Topless sandals are a modern-day invention developed in the last 30 years with adhesive technology. Where else but America can you go to find such an invention of historic proportions.

So you ask, how do topless shoes actually stay on your feet? The secret is in this sticky glue-like adhesive that tightly binds to the bottom of your feet. It is amazing, the things that you can do while wearing these shoes. I have even seen people jump out of airplanes skydiving, with topless shoes on, and landing on their feet. The sandals stay on the feet with no problem.

Historically, topless sandals actually have not been at the top of the newscasts, but that may change as people see how it has affected people over the last 30 years. A new generation of people with tan feet and big smiles, will tell the story of the miracle of topless sandals. A story that even a caveman or a medieval knight of the round sure it’s table could tell. So have fun, and go to MyCoolFeet.com. Your feet will thank you for it!

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Liposuction: What is Liposuction and How Effective is Liposuction

Saturday, April 26th, 2008
by Raymond JW

Liposuction is a surgical procedure intended to remove fat deposits and shape the body; this method should not be thought of as a method to control weight. However, there is a strange and unexpected side effect where the fat can return; but not necessarily in the region it was originally taken from.

The two most common methods to get rid of it are the tumescent technique and Ultrasonic. Tumescent is one of the latest advances in this type of treatment which is now is one now of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in the USA.

The tube used is much smaller and this also helps lessen the bruising which normally means a longer recovery period. Tumescent liposuction technique is proved to cause less pain, bruising and swelling after surgery, hence shortening the postoperative recovery period.

Some of the most awkward areas to remove fat from are the thighs, hips, back and upper stomach region but Ultrasonic liposuction makes this possible.

It is possible, even though rare, for internal injury to occur owing to the fact the surgeon cannot adequately see where the probe is once it’s inside the body when performing the traditional technique of removing fat. The best advice when considering this course of treatment is to consult with the surgeon about the best and safest technique.

There is danger in every medical procedure and although liposuction is normally safe when performed by a professional, there is still a risk involved, even death, although this is very rare. Preparation for this type of treatment is imperative so a series of physical examinations are required to ensure that the risk to the individual is minimal. With any medical procedure there is the risk of infection so surgeons have to ensure all wounds are kept clean and prescribe a course of antibiotics to patients having this cosmetic treatment. As time has passed, a great deal has been learned and techniques improved.

To treat cellulite and bumpy skin, another form of liposuction is used called Lipo Dissolve which uses the application of a number of small needles to remove the fat, dissolving it during the process. Lipo Dissolve can also be administered in combination with any other non-surgical skin treatment and does not require any anesthesia since it is virtually painless.

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The Many Causes of Hair Loss

Friday, April 25th, 2008
by C S Liner

While there are lots of causes of Hair loss, including genetic causes of Hair loss, some are universal to both men and women. It doesn’t matter which gender has the problems striking it for the first time can cause serious feelings of despair. Unfortunately universal genetic problems are hard to diagnose.

These universal causes include hair follicle damage. Hair follicle damage can occur due to many environmental and societal hair care choices. While there are surely some sources of hair follicle damage which a person is unable to change, others require a simple adjustment to hair care and styling techniques.

What Causes Hair Follicle Damage?

As women and men lose hair, follicle damage can sometimes be blamed. Hair follicle damage has been known to be caused by, excess chemicals, damage by heat and follicle breaks. These causes are every day type of damage and can be modified to stop further hair loss.

Using chemicals on the hair, such as gels, mousses and hair sprays was once only a female practice. Today both men and women use hair chemicals on hair for daily styling. These chemicals become one of the causes of Hair loss when used to an extent that hair follicle damage occurs. Hair follicles can be rendered unable to produce new hair or unable to produce hair at all, if the chemicals burn, damage or kill the hair follicle.

With todays fast paced world The humble hair dryer has now become a standard fixture in both males and females hair care arsenal. Unfortunately this is not always a good thing the heat from a hair dryer can and has caused hair loss. This cooking of ones hair is definitely frowned upon by many hair care officianados.

Hair brushing is also many times found to cause hair not to grow back because of damaged hair follicles. Generally this is the results of trying to brush out knot’s and tangles. Even if your hair is wet or dry this resultant damage can cause some bad follicle damage.

How Can I Prevent These Types of Hair loss?

While in many circumstance men and women have different kinds of hair loss problems, universal hair loss is a problem that sometimes crosses the gender barrier. If you are feeling that this may be a problem then now is the time to act. Firstly reduce the amount of chemicals you use this is a great way to start your step to healthier hair. Secondly when drying your hair with a blowing device have it on the lowest setting. Finally when brushing knots take your time and don’t rush be kind to your hair. Remember the same with many lifestyle issues the best way is to practice prevention because this is 10 easier than finding a cure.

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Beauty Topics: Best Way to Use Beauty Care Products

Friday, April 25th, 2008
by Raymond Lam

Our skin is the only protection we have from the elements and should not be treated poorly; a regular skin care maintenance routine is part of the secret but there is more than just this to learn. Part of the problem with Western women is the need for immediate results, always expecting the cosmetic surgeon to save the day using invasive procedures that often end in failure. However there are common beauty care products that are neither costly nor risky, and can have a multitude of benefits that help women stay both healthy and beautiful.

It is no longer fair to just consider beauty care products as those used be the elderly like anti-aging products. The number of products available is huge and continues to grow; all designed to improve the health and beauty of the skin. The skin that covers our entire body has an important role to play in continuing our health and beauty so should not be overlooked when it comes to regular maintenance.

The first step in skin care is making sure your skin is clean as pollution like dust, bacteria and make-up all take their toll, so the skin must be clean. This is done by a gentle massage routine using the cleanser on a cotton pad, finally rinsed off with warm water.

To ensure your PH balance is not disrupted, you will need to use a tone after the cleanser has been applied. Whilst the tone replaces the PH balance, moisturizing afterwards ensures the skin stays supple and can help reduce the signs of aging that come in the form of small wrinkles and lines. Moisturizing beauty care products ensure that all the work you have just carried out to clean, tone and condition your skin does go to waste.

Every week, at least once but preferably twice, it is recommended you get rid of dead skin cells by exfoliation or a natural peel, which is becoming a more popular skin care routine. You must not forget however, that when you carry out this exfoliation you make sure that you continue with a complete cleanse and tone afterwards.

If you suffer with lines, wrinkles or puffiness around your eyes then a good beauty care product suggestion is the use of eye creams which will improve the delicate skin in this region. Along with these simple steps above ensure you drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and eat a nutrient rich diet, all of which will help keep your skin looking youthful, radiant and beautiful. It is important to remember that we are covered in skin from our head to our toes and rely on it to protect us, in order to make sure that we maintain the health of this organ we want to look after all of it.

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The History of Cornrows

Thursday, April 24th, 2008
by Marquetta Breslin

Have you ever seen someone with beautiful braids that lay close to their scalp? Oftentimes these braids can be decorated with shells and other types of beads. If you know what I’m talking about, then you have seen “cornrows.” Originally from Africa, cornrows are known for their low-maintenance regime, and the style is popular on men and women alike.

Cornrows sparked their popularity during the ”Black Power Movement” of the early 1970s. During this time millions of African Americans were afraid to wear their ”natural hair” in public. This period of time also brought other popular styles to our attention, including the afro. Cornrows are popular because they are not only very low maintenance but because their intricate designs are also very popular.

Also, during pre-slavery times, design cornrows often represented several different factors of a person’s life such as religion, kinship, status, age, ethnicity, and other attributes of identity.

Here are some other interesting facts:

1. In 1963 most African American women loathed to be seen in public with unstraightened hair. That was the case until actress Cicely Tyson decided to sport her very own set of cornrows on the popular television show East Side /West Side. Some people believe that this act contributed to the end of the ‘’straightened hair” trend.

2. With proper care and maintenance, cornrows can look beautiful for about two to four weeks. However, keeping them longer may result in the hair becoming locked or matted.

3. Over the years cornrows have been disputed in the workplace for their ”unprofessional appearance.” In fact, some employers have deemed them unsuitable or have banned them altogether from the workplace.

4. The ‘’straight back” design for cornrows is seen the most, defined as braids laying flat on the scalp in a front to back direction. The versatility of cornrows makes them popular because this basic style can be manipulated into thousands of different designs. Complicated parts, like the zig-zag, means that some styles can take up to 13 hours to complete.

The maintenance of cornrows varies from person to person based on their specific hair condition, but there are some general ”rules of thumb” to keep in mind if you’re considering this timeless design. If not completed correctly cornrows can damage the hair, so it’s crucial to make sure cornrows are not braided too tightly. If too tight, they can pull the hair out from the roots, mainly around the edges.

Cornrows can be washed by using a dry shampoo, or the scalp can be cleaned by using an astringent. If you wash them, they will unravel. A good tip is to make sure to use gel for any stray hairs that stick up. Wrapping the head in a silk scarf at night will keep those stray hairs intact and help to protect the hair from damage.

The next time you see someone sporting a set of cornrows, think about the origin of the style. Cornrows are popular on everyone from young children to adult men. You just never know who you’ll see sporting cornrows next.

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Anti Aging: The Key Ingredients in All Anti Aging Products

Thursday, April 24th, 2008
by Raymond Lam

Vanity plays a large part in the use of popular anti-ageing skin care products and treatments; there is nothing wrong with wanting to continue looking young as you get older, in fact it is quite a healthy aim. Skin is important so a great deal of effort goes into the preparation of beauty products especially those that increase the production of collagen, which is the primary protein in skin; collagen is so abundant, it makes up about a quarter of the total protein content of structural protein found in skin. This area of anti-ageing treatments is connected to another group of products that help people to look young; this group is called antioxidants which are natural chemicals found in many foods and our body.

One of the best known anti-oxidants is vitamin C and despite continual research, no-one body involved can decide just exactly how much our body should consume on a daily basis. Unfortunately all skin care treatments that use vitamin C have the problem of atmospheric oxidization to contend with once the product is exposed to the air.

Other skin care treatments which mimic the effects of vitamin C are being tried all the time which are hoped to be more stable in the atmosphere and also cheaper to produce. However, these anti-ageing skin care treatments are not as effective vitamin C based products, although vitamin E and lipoic acid are also anti-oxidants and have similar effects.

Vitamin E is found in the blood and is an antioxidant that is also used to increase the body’s defenses against other health problems; it helps build resistance against infection like cancer for example. Another of these is lipoic acid which is found in every cell of our body to help generate energy for us to live; it can also help reduce the aging process which affects the skin.

The use of plants has not been overlooked either with many types able to provide essences called phytochemicals which have proved successful in anti-ageing skin care products. Another benefit of phytochemicals, like those of alpha-lipoic acid, is their ability to reduce the prevalence of certain cancers; these include:

*Prostate Cancer

*Breast Cancer in Women (and occasionally men)

*Cancer of the Bowel

These three types of cancer are also becoming a global problem.

Some B-vitamins like B5, B6 and B12 are also in use for anti-ageing skin care products. The use of anti-ageing skin care products is a huge scientific field to research and has far greater potential than just producing goods that reduce the visible signs of age. Although current regimes are quite effective, there are many ways to combat the effects of time; there is still a long way to go however, before methods that successfully reduce the effects of age are commonplace.

The amount of research going on in this field will undoubtedly bring results in time, hopefully bringing down the cost of these anti-ageing skin care products in addition to increasing their reliability. Scientific research into anti-aging products is still in the early stages but they should never be relied upon; it is doubtful if science can replace natural skin care remedies. Simple things that can make a difference in slowing the signs of ageing; these include physical activity, restful sleep, maintaining good dietary habits and removing stress from your life.

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Celebrities’ Secret Night Cream

Thursday, April 24th, 2008
by Dr. Isis Beauty

Celebrities have always been tight lipped about their beauty secrets. Well we have obtained a list of the ten most whispered about night creams used in Hollywood, they are:

1. Phytomer OgenAge Expert Night Cream;

2. Leaf & Rusher Tx which contains advanced DNA Technology;

3. Night Treatment by Murad CitySkin;

4. Caviar Night Creme by Kerstin Florian;

5. Resurfacing Night Cream by Elemis Tri-Enzyme;

6. Caudalie Vinoperfect Night Cream;

7. skyn ICELAND Oxygen Infusion Night Cream with Biospheric Complex;

8. Advanced Biogen Night Cream by BABOR;

9. Nuxe Nuxuriance Night Cream;

10. Night Repair Cream presented and perfected by Decleor;

The products here all contain age-fighting compounds and essential elements relied upon by elite actresses and models. If they trust their skin to these products why don’t you. Find them all at http://www.nighttimemoisturizers.com.

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Ways to Heal Your Stretchmarks

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008
by Lisanne Mina

Men get them; so do women and children. Stretchmarks aren’t prejudiced: They a problem for people everywhere. Are you inflicted with stretch marks of your own? If so, it’s time to think of a plan of attack.

Now the first thing you want to do is look closely at the areas where your stretchmarks appear. Are they silvery and thin? They are probably healed by now.

Some people may be lucky enough that they will go away eventually. Others will need to take some more time in order to banish the marks.

The most difficult stretch marks to deal with are the ones that are deeply pitted and red. These are the ones that can be seen from quite a distance away.

When stretchmarks are red, that usually means they’re fresh. Your skin hasn’t healed up yet, which explains the redness.

If you have these red stretch marks it is best if you try using a stretch mark cream to help it heal properly. The sooner you work to remedy the problem the better results you will find.

But it’ll take some self-discipline to make sure you faithfully follow the directions each and every day. It’s all too easy to forget (or blow it off). Just need to remember that if you want those stretch marks to be nothing more than a memory, you need to keep at it.

Also keep in mind that the color of your stretch marks isn’t that important. You’ll find that certain creams can do a lot for you regardless of how old the stretch marks are. Results vary from person to person, but if you want any improvement at all, you’ll love the results.

It isn’t enough to just use the creams and be done with it. Now that you know what a battle with stretch marks is like, you can work to make sure you do not get them in the future. One of the golden rules that you need to follow is to make sure you drink enough water each and every day.

Water is often an overlooked remedy. Many of the health problems that people experience each and every day are due to a lack of hydration. Your skin needs this hydration in order to stay nice and healthy.

The sooner you start to heal your stretchmarks the better off you will be. Choosing the right treatment is key.

Be sure you’re drinking enough water every day so that your skin is youthfully elastic and glows with health.

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Shopping with Strawberrynet - A True Story

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008
by Rosemary Byrne

Because I have grown up in the information age I have been exposed to Internet shopping over the couse of my entire life. I have purchased practically every item I own through the Internet. This has helped me by providing me with spare time in which to do the things I love. Shopping on strawberrynet.com has been a huge part of my online shopping experience.

Through the browsing and buying over the web, I have gained experience on what sites are good or bad for finding reasonable deals. I can merely look at the way a website is set up and immediately tell whether or not I am going to find a good buy.

Unfortunately, the majority of Internet stores do not satisfy the shopper within me. I have often spent many hours surfing the net while trying to find the best deals available. I have browsed and, in many cases, was only was able to purchase one or maybe two items from a variety of sites. I’d have to pay multiple shipping fees to get cheap cosmetics and discount colognes from different sources. While surfing the Internet, I found a website called Strawberrynet. This site is absolutely amazing as it has an enormous amount of available deals. I was also impressed and integrated by the professional layout of the site.

Perhaps it is a woman’s instinct to view what is pink and hot; perhaps it’s the idea of a bag full of new make-up. I immediately pointed my cursor to the screen and started clicking. Thirty long minutes passed by and I was still shopping on the same website, tantalized by all of the products I was seeing.

It took me more than three hours to finish browsing the entire strawberrynet site. My basket, as you have probably guessed, was full of all of the beauty products a women could hope to find in one place.

Strawberrynet.com provides discounts that are truely amazing. I found excellent deals on the products I use on a regular basis and I was able to try new ones because the costs were so low. Not only that, but strawberry net com shipped my items straight to my door for free. I was really amazed to find that they offered free shipping on orders of $15 or more. This is unheard of in the e-commerce business.

Since finding strawberrynet.com online, I have not purchased any of my cosmetic or beauty products from any other place. No one can beat the deals they offer.

Thanks to all the people behind this amazing site. You have made my shopping a little more fun and a whole lot easier!

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