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Vitiligo: How to Get Rid of White Patches on Skin?

Vitiligo can be basically described as white patches on the skin. The skin condition causes the loss of skin color in blotches. The patches can appear on different parts of the body including arms, face, feet, hands, lips, and around the mouth and eyes.

Despite the advancements made in the medical industry, experts have yet to pinpoint the exact cause of this skin condition. However, there are some that believe that vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system itself attacks the melanin-producing cells or melanocytes.

The main symptom of vitiligo is a patchy loss of skin color. However, it can also lead to premature whitening or graying of the hair on your head, eyebrows, beard, and eyelashes.

Irrespective of the causes and symptoms, this skin condition can be quite unsightly and embarrassing, to say the least. Fortunately, it is completely harmless and there are some things you can do to keep this problem at bay and prevent it from spreading to the rest of your body.

  How to get rid of the white patches on your skin?

  Here´s how you can get rid of the white patches on your skin;

Ginkgo Biloba

According to scientific reports, ginkgo biloba contains immunomodulatory and antioxidant properties that can help treat vitiligo. The experts believe that the herbal remedy can slow down the progression of the disease and also induce re-pigmentation. However, you should understand that it is ill-advised for you to consume ginkgo biloba tablets without a doctor´s prescription; we would advise you to first consult with your doctor to decide your dosage.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil does an exceptional job of healing chronic inflammation and soothing the skin. Coconut oil is also known to promote re-pigmentation of the skin. In addition to that, it also contains antibacterial and antifungal properties. Therefore, you can try applying extra-virgin coconut oil on the white patches a couple of times a day for a few weeks.

Ginger

The Chinese truly wax lyrical about the numerous benefits of ginger. They believe that ginger can be used as an excellent natural remedy for vitiligo and there are reports to support their claims. Ginger aids in blood circulation and also helps with the production of melanin. How can you use ginger to treat your condition? Well, you need to first cut a slice of ginger. Then, you need to leave it on the affected area until the ginger dries. You can continue doing this a couple of times a day.

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Fake Freckles: Makeup Guide

Women are fickle and contradictory by nature, they want to have what they were not given. They curl straight hair and straighten curly hair. That’s exactly why fake freckles are really trendy now with the help of which girls can have them even if in fact they don’t. This trend is one of the most charming lately because freckles make a face look cute.

If you’ve been dreaming about freckles all your life you will find the information on how to do it below.

If you’ve always wanted to have freckles, but mother nature didn’t give it to you, now you can easily draw freckles yourself.

  Remi Brixton created amazing stencils with the help of which you can get temporary and realistic freckles. Remi’s invention presents the stencil that you can place on any part of your face.

  Remi Brixton

  After that, you should put some special makeup on the stencil and take it off after and see wonderful freckles that will stay up to 48 hours.

    Some of those who already tried to use temporary freckles say they feel younger and more energetic.

    Undoubtedly, it’s a great idea, but why spend a lot of money for something that you can do almost for free?

    There are several ways of creating false freckles: to make them with a pencil or using creamy textures.

    If you decide to use a pencil, keep in mind that the main thing in this is choosing the correct tint.

The best tint for that is ash-brown that matches almost everyone.

Draw some freckles on a nose bridge, cheeks and don’t forget to draw a bit on the forehead.

Drawing the points make them of different sizes because in nature there’s no one hundred per cent symmetry.

If you overdid your freckles and they look too bright, soften them tapping with fingertips in the places where you drew them.

The last step will be putting some powder that will help the freckles to stay on your face as long as possible.

Finally, you should put some blush on the cheeks and highlight the cheekbones.

  This is how this process looks like.

  Talking about the creamy textures to draw the ‘freckles’, there are also some rules to follow.

First of all, you will need a duo fibre brush with a long bristle or large pore sponge and any paint that you can put on your face, for example, greasepaint or dark concealer.

You should draw the freckles on the powdery skin.

After you drew everything it’s time to fix it all and make the freckles look realistic.

To do this take a brush or a sponge with some foundation and blend your freckles.

Besides you can make false freckles with the help of a simple toothbrush and some concealer or foundation of dark color.

    So go for it and freck yourself

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Foot Callus New Removal Tools

A callus is basically an area of thickened skin that develops as a response to repeated pressure, irritation, or friction. Calluses on the feet may be common, but that doesn´t make them any less irritating. The thick lesions usually develop under bony pressure points on the feet. In order to prevent the formation of calluses on your feet, we would highly advise you to wear shoes that accommodate your foot shape properly. Although calluses mostly appear on the feet, extra pressure and friction can also cause calluses on the hands. Calluses are generally pale or yellowish in color and they feel lumpy to the touch.

  So, the question arises—how do you treat foot callus?

The most ideal way to treat a callus is to have it treated by a podiatrist. However, if you can´t afford a visit to the doctor or don´t have the time to do so, you can use various products and removal tools to treat foot callus. For instance, you can easily use Vaseline to soften callused skin. After you take a bath, you should apply petroleum jelly such as Vaseline to help lock all the water and moisture within the skin. Then, you should cover the area with a Band-Aid or a plastic wrap and leave it overnight. Keep repeating this until the callus goes away.

If the callus becomes very inflamed or painful, it is in your best interest to seek medical service.

    However, if you are looking for quick-fix solutions, we have listed five of the best foot callus removal tools. Have a look!

  Electric Foot Callus Remover by Care Me

  Although this electric callus remover is priced rather exorbitantly, there´s no denying its effectiveness. This particular product is rechargeable and waterproof. Hence, it can be used in the shower. It also helps that it comes with a coarse and extra-coarse roller. We also like the fact that the remover is quite gentle on the feet.

Microplane Colossal Pedicure Rasp

  This professional callus remover tool is well-capable of taking out the toughest of calluses with little to no effort. This product is intended to be used on dry feet. Hence, there is no need for the user to soak his/her feet for a while before using it. However, you should know that the rasp has sharp edges and cut into live skin easily. Therefore, users have to use it with precaution.

Tweezerman Safety Slide with Rasp

  As its name suggests, Tweezerman can easily slice away calluses with its wide blade. This product is one of the best callus removers for feet. It can be used on both dry and wet skin. You should use this product with caution as the blade can easily cut your feet.

Emjoi Micro-Pedi Power

  If you are not comfortable with using a blade remover on your feet, you should try the Emjoi Micro-Pedi Power. You can bank of the effectiveness of this product as it doesn´t require much pressure to even remove tough calluses. This product doesn´t need recharging as it is corded.

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Skin Allergy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

An allergic reaction occurs when foreign materials or substances come into contact with the body. These substances are called allergens, and they are everywhere.

Allergy triggers can typically be found in a variety of everyday places. They are in food, air, water, or even on surfaces of other materials. However, our bodies all have different reactions when they encounter an allergen. Some of us may have a slight rash while others need immediate medical assistance.

Many allergies affect each part of the body, but we’ll only focus on skin allergies today.

  Why Do We Have Allergies?

The answer to this question all comes down to the body’s immune system which guards against any harmful substances. A variety of skin conditions can arise if the body can’t handle an allergen.

Allergies often are caused by genetics. It’s not uncommon for an entire family to have a sensitivity to an allergen. The environment in which we live in during childhood can affect our allergies. Exposure to food allergens during pregnancy or infancy may strengthen a baby’s resistance to that food.

  Skin Allergy Triggers

Many people are unaware that they even have skin allergies. They have never interacted with the allergen, so they’ve never seen what kind of reaction will manifest.

Common allergy triggers are bee stings, eating specific foods, coming into contact with pollen or particular plants, medications, dust, and pet dander. Additionally, beauty products like cream or soap can also contain allergens.

Surprisingly, stress is known to causes rashes or hives. Additionally, skin allergies don’t respond well to medications when one has a lot of stress.

Stress management is vital to avoid a stress rash and to increase the effectiveness of solutions used to treat skin allergies. Aside from allergies, stress is a part of our everyday lives, so understanding how to manage it is key to leading a healthier life.

  Skin Allergy Types and Symptoms

According to the AAAAI (American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology), types of skin allergies are categorized according to their cause. The most common allergies include Eczema also known as Atopic Dermatitis. Certain foods are known to bring on eczema, and the condition is more common in children than adults.

Atopic Dermatitis can also be caused by other factors like asthma. Its symptoms include itchy, red, and dry skin. Bumps are also likely to appear on the skin during outbreaks.

Other common types of skin allergies are hives, allergic contact dermatitis, and angioedema. Symptoms for these types of skin allergies range from itching, rash, watery eyes, scratchy throat, and nasal congestion.

  Skin Allergy Test

How do you know if you’re allergic to something?

A skin allergy test is essential when you suspect that your skin reacts to substances, but you cannot pinpoint the exact culprit.

During a skin allergy test, experienced medical personnel may expose your skin to common skin allergens. This will be followed by close monitoring for any reactions. A history of your family lineage can also be used as a starting point to determine which substances cause your skin to react.

Although skin tests are generally not harmful, there are situations where a doctor will not perform the exam, usually due to having a history of extreme allergic reactions or unique skin conditions. In such cases, blood tests can be the only route to test skin allergies.

Medications such as antihistamines, antidepressants, and those used to control heartburn and asthma, may interfere with test results.

  Allergy Medications

There is no specific skin allergy medication. However, over the counter antihistamines can be the solution to mild allergy relief. These medications usually cause drowsiness, so please consult with your doctor before taking them.

Decongestants are also used to unblock congestion in the nose and chest. They are available in the form of pills, sprays, or liquid. When using decongestants, expect a rise in blood pressure or irritability as well as difficulty urinating.

Corticosteroids or simple steroids are used to combat allergy-induced inflammation. Steroids work well in treating nasal congestion and sneezing, but they must be taken routinely to prevent their effects from wearing off.

  Natural and Homemade Remedies

Some at-home care for minor irritation can prevent a doctor’s visit. Baking soda can reduce your skin’s reaction to an allergy by balancing the pH level of the region.

Oatmeal is another home-born solution for smaller reactions. Hot bath water and oatmeal will help soothe itchy skin and is a powerful anti-inflammatory.

    Other Ways of Controlling the Effects of a Skin Allergy

Applying something cold to lower the temperature of the affected region is a great way to reduce inflammation, redness, and itchiness. One of the best methods is the cold compress. All you need is a very cold item, like an ice cube in a sealed plastic bag, and place it over the itchy area or the rash. This method works well on those allergies caused by heat and insect bites.

Another method is taking an ice-cold bath. While uncomfortable, this will have the same effect as a cold compress although now you will be lowering your entire body temperature. This method is ideal in extreme cases where the rash has spread all over the body.

Try to wear loose-fitting clothing during outbreaks as this will minimize any additional irritation or damage to your skin.

  The most effective way to treat allergies is to avoid anything that contains allergens, but sometimes this method is impractical considering how pervasive allergens are in our foods and environment. Even if you try to minimize contact as much as possible, travelling to new places might expose you to new substances that cause skin reactions.

That is why you need to heed this advice when it comes to overcoming the itchiness, swelling, redness, or any other effect that is brought about by an allergy. Be aware of any allergies you have and consult a doctor before using a new treatment method.

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Women’s Genital Warts – Oops!

Genital warts, sometimes called venereal warts, are a form of sexually transmitted infection (STI) that commonly affects sexually active people under the age of 30. That said, some occurrences of warts have been recorded in older people as well. According to medical studies, women have a higher likelihood of developing genital warts over men. Here, we’ll provide some information on the cause of warts, symptoms, and effective forms of treatment.

  What Causes Genital Warts?

Medical studies have established that genital warts are a type of condyloma, genital infection, caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV). However, HPV has many strains, and not all of them cause genital warts. Warts start appearing on the genital areas of the body when someone is infected with the virus.

Human Papillomavirus is transmitted from one person to the other through skin contact, which explains why women’s genital warts are caused by sexual intercourse.

Apart from groin warts just appearing on the surface of the anus or vagina, they can also grow on the interior portions of these openings. They have a chance of forming on the walls of the cervix as well. Genital warts can grow in the mouth or on the tongue after engaging in oral sex.

  Symptoms of Genital Warts in Women

It’s not always easy to notice genital warts since they range in size and sometimes appear in unseen areas of the body. Large warts will take the form of subdued, swollen grey bumps. Venereal warts may take the form of cauliflower when they grow in a group.

These are not just unsightly bumps and should be taken seriously. A woman infected with genital warts will experience some itching around the genital area and bleeding when she engages in sexual intercourse.

Women’s genital warts have been associated with cervical cancer, and some strains of HPV are associated with vulva and anus cancer. Complications during pregnancy are likely to occur when warts form inside the vagina.

  Treatment for Women’s Genital Warts

Some genital warts appear and disappear after a few weeks, but the virus which causes these warts may remain active inside the body. This will cause the repeat occurrence of warts while also increasing the chances of infecting sexual partners regardless of the presence of any symptoms.

It is recommended not to use over the counter treatments for genital warts. Instead, seek a doctor to examine and prescribe topical treatments. Minor surgeries can be used to remove stubborn warts as well. Electrocautery, cryosurgery, laser, and excision are common methods used to remove genital warts.

  Looking Forward

Genital warts are treatable, and it’s best to speak with a medical professional at the first onset of conditions to minimize any damage and limit the spread of the virus. Moreover, a doctor’s visit can also ensure you do not have a cancerous tumor.

Using a protective mechanism like a condom or a dental dam during intercourse can go a long way in preventing an infected person from spreading venereal warts to another person.

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Cherry Angioma: Red Dots on Skin

Campbell de Morgan, red moles, or cherry angioma is a type of angioma or non-cancerous skin growth that usually affects people over 30 years old. Medical studies have recorded very few cases of cherry angioma in people under 30. Your chances of getting cherry angioma increase with age, but what exactly are these red moles?

    What is Cherry Angioma?

As the name suggests, cherry angiomas are cherry-red mostly benign skin growths that manifest themselves on the trunk or torso. That said, cherry angiomas can develop virtually anywhere on the skin even on the face and hands. A cherry angioma is composed of tiny blood capillaries of vessels.

A cherry angioma may appear flat on the skin, or it may form a bump. Whether flat or bumped, angiomas come in all sizes. It can also take colors like blue, black, or even purple. An angioma can also be very small almost unnoticeable. Note that cherry angiomas should not be confused with red freckles.

  What Causes Cherry Angioma?

As with most other skin tumors, the exact causes of cherry angiomas is not yet established. However, dermatologists have found that a genetic factor may be in play. This explains why some people have higher chances of developing cherry angiomas than others.

Apart from a genetic factor, the development of cherry angiomas on the skin has been associated with prolonged, continued exposure to various chemicals. Some climatic conditions have also been thought to aid the development of angioma.

For women, pregnancy has also been pointed out as one of the factors that contribute to the development of cherry angioma on their skin.

Age and cherry angioma also have an un-coincidental relationship. Medical studies have shown that more than 75% of people aged seventy-five years and above have developed cherry angioma. Most of these angiomas will be raised from the skin and easier to see.

  Types of Angiomas and Hemangiomas

Before discussing the types, let’s first look at the difference between angiomas and hemangiomas.

Types of angiomas include hemangioma, lymphangioma, spider angioma/ spider nevus, and cherry angioma. Spider angiomas are characterized by protrusions extending from the boundaries around the base of the skin growth, and they should not be confused with spider veins.

Hemangiomas also have subtypes which include: capillary hemangiomas which are commonly found on the surface of internal organs like the kidney; Cavernous Hemangiomas which are characterized by their penetration into deep layers of the skin; Juvenile Hemangiomas are sometimes referred to as strawberry tumors.

Hemangiomas possess the same color characteristics as cherry angiomas, but it’s important not to confuse the two as some hemangiomas penetrate deep into the muscles, causing pain and swelling on the adjacent skin surface.

  ∼ Hemangioma in a newborn baby girl on a leg ∼

  Cherry Angioma Treatment and Removal

In most cases, a cherry angioma possesses no threat to one’s general health, but due to cosmetic reasons, cherry angioma removal may be necessary. Elevated angiomas may burst after excessive scratching, causing a wound that may need medical attention.

Treating a cherry angioma is a delicate affair that needs to be supervised by qualified medical personnel. Treatment of cherry angiomas should be sought if the spots change in appearance as this may be a sign of other skin conditions like skin cancer.

When removing a cherry angioma, doctors may choose to use electro-cauterization which involves burning the cherry angioma with a special tool, laser surgery, freezing using liquid nitrogen (cryosurgery), or perform a shave excision.

Some studies record a correlation between liver dysfunction and cherry angiomas, so maintaining a healthy liver can be one way of keeping angiomas in control. Helping the body detoxify is one way of helping to maintain good liver health.  Detoxification can be achieved by using natural products like face and body creams and avoiding smoking.

When seeking home-made remedies for treating angiomas, apple cider vinegar which has toning, cleansing, and acne prevention benefits, can be applied to the angioma especially cherry angioma to minimize its appearance.

  ∼ Injection treatment of nevus and cherry angioma ∼

  Essential oils like tea tree oil have also been used through generations to contain inflation, rashes, and irritation among other skin conditions.

Other ways of preventing the development of angioma include avoiding soft drinks stored in plastic or aluminum bottles, avoiding industrial chemicals like the chlorine used in cleaning products, and staying away from grain products which have unhealthy ingredients and have been extensively processed.

  Angioma Tests

Although an angioma can be identified from its appearance, the doctor may need to carry out tests to ascertain that it does not pose any other threat to the skin or the entire body.

These tests can employ the power of CT scans and X-rays. These methods are effective with hemangiomas and show the presence of phleboliths. MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scans can also be used since they produce precise images of soft tissues, unlike X-rays which are best for hard tissues like bones.

Another method medical practitioners use to test angiomas is the biopsy. This method involves removing a section of a skin growth presumed to be an angioma and observing it under a microscope for any abnormities. A blood test can also be used to establish if a tumor is benign or cancerous.

  Check Yourself

You can use pictures to check if your skin condition is similar in appearance to different types of angiomas.

If your picture looks like an angioma, book an appointment with your doctor to your skin examined.

  Angiomas come in different types with each type being attributed to certain factors which include age, exposure to chemicals, liver dysfunction, and more. As a general rule, angioma treatment can only be effective if, and only if, one maintains a healthy body which comes from eating a healthy diet and keeping away from substances that are capable of accelerating the of development of angioma.

  As we have discussed above, cherry angiomas, hemangiomas, or any other type of angioma should be monitored closely for any unusual growth or change in appearance as this can be a sign of a bigger skin condition or a life-threatening condition like skin cancer. Therefore, a qualified doctor or dermatologist should be consulted before attempting home-made remedies for treating or removing an angioma.

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Apricot Kernel Oil

The apricot kernel oil has been serving beauty and health for hundreds of years. It can still be found in modern cosmetic formulas, and it works just fine.

Apricot kernel oil is obtained from the kernels (or seeds) of the Apricot tree fruit which is officially called Prunus armeniaca (meaning Armenian plum). Indeed, according to some archaeological data, Armenia may be the birthplace of this noble fruit. However, this status is also claimed by India and China since the healing properties of the apricot kernel oil were already mentioned in the recipes of the ancient oriental medicine.

  Be that as it may, beneficial properties of the apricot kernel oil were discovered thousands of years ago. Let’s take a look at it from today’s point of view and see what the value of this product is for the skin.

    Benefits of using apricot kernel oil

  In addition to the nutritional properties of all vegetable oils, the focus of this article possesses some other:

antioxidant;

wound healing;

renovative;

emollient;

anti-inflammatory.

  How it affects your skin?

  Apricot kernel oil belongs to the lightweight oils, which means it is skin-friendly and does not create that greasy feeling on your face after use. It is well absorbed into the lipid layer of your skin, softening, moistening, and restoring it.

  Components

The composition of the apricot kernel oil is rich in many useful substances. It is second to no other oils and has even more benefits containing a whole range of nutrients.

Unsaturated fatty acids (linolenic, oleic, palmitic, linoleic, stearic) repair the lipid barrier of the skin and prevent epidermal dehydration.

Vitamin E, also known as “Vitamin Youth”, works as a powerful antioxidant, increasing the elasticity and resistance of the skin.

Vitamin A (retinol) is one of the most effective anti-aging ingredients.

Vitamin C is the number one antioxidant, which also has the ability to fight hyperpigmentation and signs of photoaging.

Magnesium and potassium are trace elements that have a soothing effect, thanks to which the oil of the apricot kernel is well tolerated by sensitive or irritated skin.

  Due to its lightness and multi-purposeness, the apricot kernel oil is widely used in the beauty industry.

  Apricot Kernel Oil: Face

    It can be found in the formulas:

for dry, aged, sensitive and irritated skin;

in day antioxidant creams;

in night regenerating creams.

Ultra Facial Moisturizer, Kiehl’s is a facial fluid, which would be particularly pleasing for dry skin. The product absorbs instantly, and squalane, apricot kernel oil, and avocado nourish and protect the epidermis, preventing dehydration.

  Cream for normal and dry skin Substiane, La Roche-Posay increases the density of the skin due to the effective concentration of the anti-aging ingredients of proxilane and linactyl. It softens and eliminates the dryness. The product contains avocado and apricot kernel oil

  Nutrilogie 2, Vichy protects very dry skin and repair the protective barrier, creating the conditions for the production of the skin natural lipids. It contains glycerin and a light nutritious oil complex: those of apricot, jojoba and macadamia nut.

  Apricot Kernel Oil: Cleansing

    Ultra Facial Cleanser, Kiehl’s effectively and gently dissolves the makeup and dirt without overdrying or stripping In addition to apricot oil, squalane, vitamins E and C, and glycerin are also on the ingredients list.

  Biosource Total Renew Oil, Biotherm is foaming when mixed with water, removing makeup and impurities with the help of natural botanical oils (passion fruit, apricot, rice bran, corn) and an extract of Saccharina latissima.

  Apricot Kernel Oil: Hands & Body

    The apricot kernel oil plays an important role when added in moisturizing and nourishing formulas for the dry, flaky hand and body skin, as well as in spa rituals, as it has a light smooth texture and a pleasant aroma.

  Body balm Oil Therapy Baume Corps, Biotherm contains oils and vitamins and is well distributed over the skin giving it a silky texture, preventing flaking and dehydration. Apply immediately after the shower. And it smells like apricots.

  Nurturing Oil For Mom&Baby, Kiehl’s is another proof that the apricot kernel oil does not cause even sensitive skin to irritate. The product is intended for both babies and their mothers for soothing skin a comfort feeling.

  Intensive nutrition revitalizing hand cream Nutrix Royal Mains, Lancôme nourishes not only the skin but cuticle and prevents dryness due to the combination of shea butter, corn oil, soybean oil, rice oil, passionflower seeds oil and, of course, apricot kernel oil.

      Apricot Kernel Oil: Hair

    Among its advantages is an excellent percolating ability. This means the oil can nourish and condition the hair cuticle without any greasiness, which is very important for those with thinner hair. Besides, apricot kernel oil has a beneficial effect on the scalp and is used for the treatment of dry seborrhea, which is accompanied by itch and discomfort.

  Mask for keeping the color of dyed hair with sunflower oil Sunflower Color Preserving Deep Recovery Pak, Kiehl’s is sunflower and apricot oils-based. It strengthens hair, prevents dryness and fade of color.

  Soothing care shampoo for dry hair Dercos, Vichy helps to reduce the feeling of itch and burn on the scalp, strengthens hair, repairing the cuticle and the protective layer of a hair. The formula includes glycerin that attracts water into your hair and nourishing apricot kernel oil.

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Top-5 Korean Beauty Trends in 2019

Nowadays every woman and man has a feeling that Korean innovators produce something new before you even try their previous cosmetics. Self-excellence is about comfort, convenience and openness. While having ordinary meetings with a ‘family dermatologist’ is a standard in Seoul, travel, work, and public activity can act as a burden, so self-improvement has been to a great extent pushed by development to bring dermatologist and beautician skill into either the protection of your home or your purse.

Here are five of the best patterns to treat yourself within 2019

  Sun stick

  Korean sun protection sticks are famously defensive and keeping in mind that the sun stick may seem like weapon of discipline for the individuals who don’t maintain sun care; it’s really an overly advantageous new choice to sun cream. In case you’re tired of your sun cream or milk spilling in your sack, the sun stick is immaculate as it’s a strong bar that you can contort or turn and apply straightforwardly onto your skin. While 2018 had its first yield of sun sticks, hope to see an a lot greater wave in 2019. The most famous sun stick was Verite’s Light Touch Sun stick.

    Foot sheet masks

  Seoulites like to look great from head to toe so it’s nothing unexpected that the cover fever has stretched out to feet. In any case, it’s not only a trend. In case you’re similar to us and wish you could get child delicate impact points without scouring and rub them like they’re your most outstanding enemy, you’ll cherish Korea’s new bunch of foot veils that dispose of those dead skin cells while sustaining ceaselessly any dryness. With shoe season going all out, we’d suggest Calmia’s Silky Perfect Foot Peeling Masks.

  Peeling masks

  While fixings are the bread and butter of a decent skincare item, Korean magnificence is moving its accentuation from things to action words as significant brands discharge displaying, shaking, and stripping covers. Stripping covers have detonated in the magnificence scene and will keep on ruling deals. On the off chance that the prospect of a stripping cover is as of now making your skin red, don’t stress. Over the previous year, stripping covers have gotten increasingly refined and delicate skin-accommodating as organizations evacuate fake aromas and decide on less rough fixings. Roundlab’s Apple Peeling Mask has common apple remove and is made of higher quality cotton to enable your skin to retain all the integrity.

    Modelling masks

  Initially, a post-laser treatment, displaying veils are somewhat messier than their sheet cover sisters however industry insiders state that this cover isn’t simply having a minute—it will be a lasting installation in Korean concealing life. While sheet veils do some amazing things for drier skin types, oilier-cleaned women ought to consider attempting a demonstrating cover as they’re great when lessening pore measure and disposing of that feared t-zone smooth. They likewise contain gentler fixings as their fine structure requires less synthetic compounds for protection. The present Korean blockbuster is Sidmool’s ACBYE displaying veil, with antiquated earth shake as its principle fixing; it helps collagen arrangement and the expulsion of zits.

  Skin supplements

  Why go to a naturopath or folk remedy when the nation’s greatest retailer is quickly growing its edge of magnificence improving homegrown enhancements? In the same way as other different nations, Korea is bouncing on the ‘magnificence from the back to front’ temporary fad and offers of skin supplements are experiencing the rooftop. Indeed, even the nation’s most smoking models are popping these excellence pills.

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Natural Remedies for Rosacea

The desire to get an external beauty is common for people. No wonder that any problem with the appearance has an immediate negative impact on both general well-being and mental state. A lot of people experience a skin disease called rosacea. It has another name – acne rosacea. The disease starts from the redness of the nose and cheeks. Often, a person aggravates the situation, scratching reddened skin. Anyway, fighting this ailment is the way to a beautiful and, what is most important, healthy skin!

Rosacea Causes and Symptoms

  The rosacea’s exact cause has not yet been named. But there are several factors that influence the disease establishment.

The rosacea’s occurrence can be affected by 

stress;

some hormonal contraceptives;

solar radiation;

physical exercises;

humid or hot climate;

fatty and spicy foods, alcoholic beverages.

  Doctors have found that most of the people suffering from rosacea have had gastritis, so it can be assumed that gastrointestinal tract diseases are also the cause of rosacea.

Rosacea’s symptoms

redness of the face, chest, back;

telangiectasis – a vasculature appears on the skin surface;

skin induration;

eyes inflammation;

tubercles, which eventually turn into acne, start growing.

  Rosacea Stages

  Stage 1: Periodic blood rushes while taking hot food, alcoholic beverages, citrus.

Rosacea Stage 1

The first stage of the disease involves the abandonment of saunas and solarium. You should perform careful skin care!

Stop using the nourishing cream with a heavy consistency, pick up a soft gel or facial cleanser suitable for your skin type.

  Second

Persistent redness can be observed.

  There is a risk of telangiectasis.

  Third

  There are rashes, resembling small nodules and pustules.

  The main thing here is not to make a mistake and not to start treating the skin with those methods that are suitable for acne. Otherwise, you will not see any improvements.

  Fourth

  It most often affects men.

  Hyperplasia of the sebaceous glands and connective tissue occurs.

  The nose size may increase; it might get an asymmetric shape. Telangiectasis increase, there are bluish spots.

  This stage can be eliminated by surgical intervention, so it is so important not to bring it there!

  Of course, rosacea signs often appear in a prominent place – this leads to nervous disorders, therefore, it is very important to promptly diagnose an unpleasant disease and start the correct treatment!

  Sometimes people confuse rosacea with severe acne, in this case it is enough to use acne treatments. But if a rosacea was diagnosed, you’ll need a complex treatment.

  Traditional medicine

  Rosacea’s treatment requires abandoning cosmetics; the skin must be protected from the influence of sunlight. It is worth even not to use hairsprays.

If you decide to use traditional medicine against rosacea, then you should learn the main rule – you can only use natural substances and recipes that are time-tested!

You can make useful lotions, masks, and decoctions at home. With the help of masks and lotions you reduce inflammation. Often masks are combined with the intake of various decoctions – this greatly enhances the healing effect.

All traditional remedies for rosacea’s treatment are based on the use of herbs and other useful components, but each person has the disease due to a different cause, so you should try to find an individual remedy for your skin.

Let’s consider the most effective prescription for rosacea’s treating:

Linden baths

Take half a cup of lime flowers and pour them with two liters of water, boil it and then cool.

Dip your face into the bath for five seconds, then take a break for the same time and dip your face into the bath again.

The procedure time is five minutes. It should be carried out daily in the mornings and evenings.

Chamomile ice

Prepare a strong chamomile decoction.

Pour two tablespoons of chamomile with half a glass of water, cook for ten minutes on a quiet fire, then filter and cool. Pour it into an ice tray.

This ice should be used for daily face washing – take a piece of ice, massage the affected skin for five minutes. Then just wait until the skin gets dry – you do not need to wipe it with a towel!

Chamomile ice helps to stop the rosacea’s establishment.

  Compresses with tansy and sage

Pour one spoon of tansy flowers and sage leaves with a liter of water, boil for twenty minutes, filter, cool.

Impregnate a gauze wad with the resulting decoction, put on the skin, wait half an hour. The procedure should be done every day before bedtime.

  Oatmeal mask

Crush two spoons of oatmeal, pour with half a cup of boiling water, cover with a lid, leave for five minutes.

Then mix the resulting porridge, cool up to room temperature, put on the skin with a thin layer.

Wait for forty minutes, then moisten a dried mask with a wet wipe and remove it.

Do it every three days, this mask cleans the skin well, absorbing extra sebum. In addition, flakes have many special nutritional properties.

  Kefir mask

Mix two spoons of low-fat kefir with egg white and three drops of any essential oil.

Put the mask on your face, wait for ten minutes. Use it every day!

Or you can use a simpler recipe: moisten a gauze napkin with kefir and put it on your face.

Kefir mask will help to restore the skin glands and vascular tone, relieve inflammation, nourish the skin with calcium and the necessary vitamins. That’s why dairy products are so widely used in dermatology and cosmetology!

  Clay

You can buy both green clay and blue clay – both types are suitable for rosacea’s treatment.

Dissolve two spoons of clay with water. It should resemble the consistency of sour cream, put it on the skin.

Wash with water after half an hour.

After this procedure, it is recommended to wipe the skin with lemon juice, half diluted with water, do not wipe the face after that.

Make this clay mask every four days. Clay has a good complex effect on the skin, so it will help skin’s beauty and health.

Calendula and mint decoction

Pour a spoon of mint and calendula flowers with a liter of water, boil for ten minutes, leave for twenty. Filter and drink one glass twice a day.

It is better to drink half an hour before meals.

If decoction does not seem very tasty, you can sweeten it with honey.

The treatment course is month-long, then a week break. It is necessary to repeat the decoction treatment course for three times.

Briar

When you fight against acne rosacea, briar is really effective.

Prepare its infusion: mix fruits with water (one to ten ratio), boil for a minute. Infuse for an hour and put on the skin in the form of lotions.

Do it for fifteen minutes.

Briar helps to speed up the skin regeneration process, stimulates cellular immunity, eliminates swellings and redness.

Briar is a storehouse of vitamins for inflamed and tired skin. So this recipe may well suit you.

Cucumber Mask

Peel a cucumber, chop it and mix with a pair of spoons of natural yogurt, put the mixture on your face for ten minutes, wash with cool water.

Even an ordinary cucumber can help you: put pieces of cooled fresh cucumber on your problem skin for fifteen minutes every morning.

You will notice the result immediately – swelling and redness will decrease.

Decoction inside

If you have rosacea, it is recommended to take useful decoctions inside.

They are made from burdock browse, nettle, grass, bottlebrush.

Take two spoons of these crushed components, taken in the same quantity, pour with a glass of water, water bath it. The decoction is ready after five minutes.

Drink half a cup four times a day.

We can also recommend the burdock (roots) or garlic alcohol tincture. The tincture is diluted with water – drink it three times a day.

Prevention

Rosacea is a rather serious and unpleasant disease, the prevention of which should be based on ridding those factors that provoke its establishment.

For example, fair skin owners, which is prone to redness, should protect it from the bright sun, winds, and frost. It is necessary to avoid hot coffee and tea, spicy food. If you can’t imagine life without cosmetics, then buy some proven and high-quality ones! Avoid skin irritants: scrubs, peels.

If the disease symptoms are accompanied by irritation and the sensation of something foreign in the eyes, then you might consult with an ophthalmologist. Avoid excessive physical exertion, stress. Contact your cosmetologist to remove the capillary network, if necessary.

Be sure to have a consultation with a doctor before you start taking any medication. Medicines with a vasodilator effect are contraindicated.

Of course, rosacea’s treatment should be carried out comprehensively.

Self-treatment is excluded – be sure to have a consultation with your doctor if you see the first sign of the disease!

Each case requires an individual approach: sometimes the problem is solved with the help of a drug method, and sometimes thanks to traditional remedies. Combine medication with proper care and a special diet.

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Scandinavian Skincare Routine for Winter

Scandinavian women and men take care of their skin with the help of cosmetics products from local components and healthy habits, which have become a natural part of their life.

Let’s Overview Basic Rules Of Skin Care From Home Of Geothermal Spa, And Unusual Components In The Best Skin Care Products.

  Scandinavian Beauty Secrets

Care and Strength of Berries

In Scandinavia, you can find a big number of types of berries. In the forests of Sweden alone they ripen up to 500,000 tons per year. Therefore, it is no coincidence that the berries are included in many skin care products: they contain a large number of antioxidants that have a supporting effect on skin cells.

    In winter, the blood flow and skin metabolism slow down, so that free radicals can easily cause cell injury. For example, cloudberry contains minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and zinc that protect and strengthen skin’s moisture barrier. Cranberries are called “red gold of the country”. The oil in its seeds has a calming effect, and it is rapidly absorbed. It is ideal for hands, especially at night. Scandinavian beauties have hand cream always at hand, for example, in a handbag or on a night table next to a bed.

Food & Diets

Traditional Swedish diets are rich in fish and cellulose, as well as in other products with free radicals, nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. The Head of Swedish Organization of Skin Therapy Annika Joensuu believes the everyday ration should be rich in vegetables, potherb, and root crops. All this food is good for the digestive processes of our body.

    Non-Classical 3 Step Skin Care

The Scandinavian climate is very changeable and the most unpleasant things are cold wind, high humidity, and low temperature. In such conditions, skin needs hydration, protection, and regeneration not paying attention to the season. Scandinavians prefer mineral sunscreens and avoid sun protection products with chemical elements. Skincare renovation products are basically used at the end of the day. Usually, it is super nutritious creams and night masks. Most local brands use in their products plants, fruits, berries, and essential oils rich in omega 3, omega 6, and antioxidants. Scientists from Marine Biotechnology Research Group found out, that omega 3 also can be effective mean from acne as it kills bacteria causing skin irritation.

         Spa procedures

On the whole territory of the peninsula, there are many health clubs, which are situated both in cities and in the countryside. The most popular are geothermal island The Blue Lagoon and Stockholm spa complex Yasuragi, constructed according to feng shui rules.

Scandinavian people like going to sauna. For example, in Sweden, one of the most popular parties among girls is to have bachelorette fiesta in sauna.

      Arms, legs and other body parts

Scandinavian women and men take care after face, arms, and legs in a similar way. Adding beard care speaking about men. Also, they hydrate arms several times a day. According to information of Swedish cosmetic association, in this country hand creams are sold two times more than face products. DYI receipts are used quite often, home masks and scrubs are made almost by every person. Swedish makeup artist Petra Strand advices to boil mineral water with green tea, wait till it becomes still, divide between ice forms and freeze. After that, hydrate your face with ice cubes each morning.

        Scandinavian Skin Care for Women

L:A Bruket body butter

L:A Bruket No. 126 Wild Rose Body Butter

L:A Bruket specializes in organic spa products, skin care and treatment. Products are hand made according to old recipes and considering skin needs in severe climate with active sun, strong wind, and salty water. Butter get absorbed fast and hydrates skin. Among its ingredients there are cacao butter, which is famous for its protective and nutritious features, beeswax for keeping skin moisturized, Coco and Shea oils for increasing skin protection ability.

Kjaer Weis Oil

Kjaer Weis The Beautiful Oil

The organic mark was founded by Dutch makeup artist Kirsten Kjaer Weis. The main philosophy of the brand is to make cosmetics based on the natural and organic products without using silicones, chemicals, synthetics and other artificial elements. Company has spent for research and product development many years. In oil basis there is a biologically grown root Dioscorea Batatas, which is usually called The root of light. Thanks to rosehip oil, sweet almond, and jojoba skin receives deep moisturizing and nutrition. This product can be used both for body and for makeup basis, it gets absorbed fast and has non-greasy texture.

Björk&Berries Bath Salt

Björk&Berries From the Garden

Lux eco mark Björk&Berries was launched as a small project in a tiny village in the North of Sweden. It specializes in skin care products, which are created according to old Swedish organic recipes. Flowers and herbs for salt are picked up manually. The mixture contains mild and detoxifying ingredients: birch leaves, lavender and chamomile flowers, lemon balm and natural sea salt rich in minerals, which cleans, stimulates, and softens skin.

Maria Nila Hear Masque

Maria Nila Sheer Silver Masque

Veggie brand Maria Nila specializes in hair care. Natural components with argan oil on the first place form the basis of products. Hair masque is for blond hair women, who want to return cold tone to their hair. Blackberry extract is main ingredient in product formula: it has antioxidants, moisturizesing hair from the inside and making them shiny. The mask also includes a special complex of elements which help keeping hair color and protect from UV.

Rudolf Care Anti-Stress Cream

Rudolf Care Acai Anti-Stress Facial Cream

Dutch eco certified skin care company uses in all products the fruit of Acai palm tree, which is growing in Amazon tropics. The level of nutritious fatty acids in berry is almost the same as in olive oil. The mild anti-stress cream is designed for skin that needs extra moisturizing and nourishment both day and night. The composition also includes aloe vera, hazelnut and chamomile, which reduce redness and irritation, which is good for sensitive skin.

Arctic Arbutin Serum

Arctic Arbutin Serum

The Lapland brand is actively using in its skin care products Chaga Mushroom, known for its anti-aging properties, and bearberry component – arbutin. Company specializes in products for sensitive skin with couperose and first signs of aging. Serum deeply moisturizes skin and prevent early aging, removes skin redness, protects from harmful UV impact and bleaches skin.

Skin care for men

Recipe for Men Under Eye Patches

Recipe for men Under Eye Patches

Brand was founded in 2020 aiming to solve major skin care problems, which men usually face. Patches remove puffiness, dark circles and wrinkles, moisturize skin and increase elasticity. The ingredients are marine algae, phyto collagen, and the Centella Asiatica extract, which activates collagen synthesis in skin derma, increasing blood circulation and skin regeneration.

Raw Naturals Brewing Company Beard Shampoo & Conditioner

Raw Naturals Brewing Company Beard Shampoo & Conditioner

The basis of the organic brand collection is created by products, which are used in beer production – hop and malt. The creative concept and the reference to beer are manifested in everything from the conceptual packaging, which looks like a beer bottle, to the natural ingredients. The 2-in-1 gentle cleansing product is suitable for sensitive skin, and the beard after some applications will get significantly softer.

Alexander Sprekenhus Shave Cream

Alexander Sprekenhus Natural Shave Cream

Company was founded in Oslo in 2010 by ex model Alexander Sprekenhus and specializes in natural male cosmetic products. Argan oil is in the basis of all products. Shaving Cream is designed for those men, who have active life style and appreciate fast and effective skin care. Product deeply moisturizes and nourishes skin.

Meraki Hand Cream

Meraki Hand Cream Silky Mist

Dutch brand is famous for using in its products only high quality natural elements, and for aroma – essential oils. Nourishing hand cream with organic oils of sunflower and chamomile protects skin and provides antibacterial effect. It has non-greasy texture, absorbs quickly, leaving a fresh aroma of lemon and orange.

Son Venin Eau De Parfum Le Voleur

Son Venim Le Voleur

Young and ambitious perfume brand was founded in 2016 and specializes in experimental fragrances with Scandinavian character. Company buys ingredients in South France, and cooperates with the best perfumers from all over the world. Son Venin — is the most popular fragrance representative in this niche in Norway. Composition is created with notes of white flowers, spices, pink berries and wood.

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Tea Tree Oil for Skin Tags

Tea tree oil has been used for many years to treat a variety of conditions including skin tags, also known as cutaneous papilloma, fibroma molluscum, or cutaneous tags. This natural remedy has recorded significant achievements in removing Templeton skin tags. Extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia, commonly called the Australian tree, tea tree oil has extra benefits aside from skin tag removal.

Skin tags are not painful, and they do not pose any harmful effects to the body. However, they are cosmetically unpleasant especially when they appear on the face or other highly visible areas of the body. They are also uncomfortable when they form in the armpits and other folded regions of the skin.

In many cases, one can avoid professional medical treatment since skin tags can be treated using homemade solutions like tea tree oil.

    Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

The benefits of tea tree oil range from keeping the flu in control, invigorating the body’s white blood cells to heighten the immune system, and killing bacteria and viruses on the surface of the skin. Additionally, tea tree oil has some fungus killing capabilities, making it an ideal solution for treating unsightly fingernails and toenails.

  How It Works for Skin Tags You Have

Tea tree oil is a natural do-it-yourself solution for treating skin tags. The oil works under the principle of dehydration where it suffocates the skin tags until they fall off the skin.

The procedure requires cleaning the skin tag, putting three drops of the oil on a cotton ball, and securing it on the skin tag using masking tape. Leave it on the skin for 30 to 40 minutes, and repeat the procedure three times a day for 2 to 3 weeks. If the skin feels itchy during the first use, dilute the tea tree oil with water.

Read: How to Use Tea Tree Oil To Remove Skin Tags

  How to Choose the Best Tea Tree Oil

Buying tea tree oil can sometimes be tricky seeing that there are a lot of brands out there with each promising a superior product. With that in mind, always go for the one which has the purest form of the base ingredients.

The natural antiseptic property of tea tree is known as terpinen. The higher the terpinen concentration, the higher the effectiveness of the oil when used to treat an acrochordon or skin tag. Also choosing a 100% organic tea tree oil will be more effective than the commonly diluted oils on the market.

  Where to Buy Tea Tree Oil

Pharmacies and general stores, such as WalMart, sell tea tree oil. Additionally, internet stores like Amazon will have many options available. Always choose an oil with a history of effectiveness, whether from online reviews or on a friend’s recommendation. Don’t forget to check the concentration levels!

  Wrapping Up!

You can remove skin tags with tea tree oil and avoid the doctor entirely. It is a historically effective remedy, but there are many types of tea tree oil which is why we recommend buying the highest concentration available.

Tea tree oil is not always 100% effective on all skin types. Therefore, those with sensitive skin or many skin tags should speak with a dermatologist.

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How To Get Rid of Skin Tags: An Expert’s Guide

A skin tag is a non-cancerous growth on the skin which usually takes the form of a bump. Sometimes a peduncle may be present that joins the overgrown and the healthy skin. In most cases, tags have the same pigmentation as the rest of the skin, but in some rare cases, skin tags may be darker or lighter than the rest of the surface.

    Are Skin Tags Dangerous?

This question does not have a straight yes or no answer. Why? Because most skin tags are not dangerous as they do not cause pain and they show no signs causing any damage to the patient’s general health.

Rarely, skin tags can become dangerous. This happens when tags start to become itchy and cause you to scratch the surface of the skin around the tag extensively, leading to skin damage.

Skin tags can appear on the face, on the neck, on the armpits, on the groin, or virtually anywhere on the body. Before getting to skin tag removal, let’s review causes of tags.

  Why Am I Getting Skin Tags?

Doctors and health researchers have not been able to pinpoint one particular factor that causes the development of skin tags.

With different theories available, skin irritation caused by the skin rubbing itself has been the leading cause of skin tags. This is supported by the fact that skin tags commonly appear in places that are prone to skin rubbing such as the eyelid, neck, and other areas where the skin has folded.

Apart from irritation, skin tags can also be caused by genetic conditions, meaning that these abnormalities will are common among families. Studies have established that skin tags appear more on women than men. Additionally, overweight and older adults have higher chances of developing these benign skin growths.

Skin tag removal is the usual choice for affected individuals as these bumps can itch and are unattractive. Some of the procedures used to remove skin tags can be carried out at home while others need top medical attention to avoid any complications.

Below is a guide on how to remove skin tags found in the most common places.

  How to get rid of skin tags?

  How to get rid of skin tags on face:

Facial skin tags severely damage one’s self-esteem since they are the first things others see, so removal is the usual course of action.

Fortunately, the face can accommodate a variety of treatment options compared to other areas. Some of the ideal ways to remove skin tags on the face include the use of apple cider vinegar. When using vinegar, a clean cotton ball soaked with apple cider vinegar should be put on the skin tag and held in position with a bandage for 30 minutes. The procedure should be repeated twice a day.

  How to get rid of skin tags on neck:

There are many skin tag removal treatments frequently used for the neck. Surgical skin tag removal needs to be performed by experienced doctors as a wrong procedure may lead to complications. This may involve lasers, cauterization, and surgical removal. Cauterization consists of placing a special heated device on the tag, causing it to fall off with time.

  How to get rid of armpits skin tags:

Tags appearing on the armpits have limited ways to treat due to the heat and moisture of the underarm. This prevents treatment methods like cauterization. However, freezing can be used to eliminate tkin tags. Some people try using ice cubes to freeze off their tags at home, but a professional with liquid nitrogen is the most effective.

A string may also be used to remove skin tags found on the armpits. This method works on those growths which are quite long. This is not an at-home removal method. Only a medical professional with a sterile string can perform this procedure.

This string is tied to the base of the skin tag and cuts off blood supply, forcing the growth to fall off slowly.

  How to get rid of groin skin tags

Skin tags on the groin can be treated with the same care as those found on the armpits. A surgery where the skin tag is instantly removed is one way to deal with skin tags on this part of the body. If you choose to try a do-it-yourself method, then papaya or banana peels are sometimes useful.

Before sleep, secure a fresh banana or papaya peel to cover the skin tag. Repeat this procedure for a few nights, and usually, the tag will fall off. Checking for skin itchiness or irritation during this process is important. Seek a different solution if this occurs on the first night.

    Skin tags after-removal care

Once the skin tag is gone, you need to pay close attention to the area. Follow any instructions for after-care provided by your medical professional. This includes not washing the area with soap and water for a given period, applying antibiotic ointment, or any other infection prevention procedure.

If the tag was removed through home remedies, any abnormal skin condition like bleeding or pain should be mentioned to a doctor as soon it occurs.

Since a skin tag may vary in size, a large skin tag should be removed after consultation with a dermatologist or doctor. Large skin tags are prone to infections after removal, and home remedies are not typically effective on these large growths.

Skin tags on all areas of the body can also be removed with a tagband skin tag removal device or a skin tag removal cream.

  ∼ Conclusion ∼

There are many ways of removing skin tags although their effectiveness varies from one method to another. The location of the growths on the body also plays a significant role in deciding which method to use. Skin tags can be due to skin irritation or genetic conditions, so be mindful of tight clothing or if family members have developed any growths. Please speak to your doctor before attempting any at-home remedies or if you feel any pain or itchiness around your skin tags.

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Top 10 Methods How to Get Rid of Freckles

After trying to get rid of freckles fast to no avail, the question of “Are freckles bad?” and “Are freckles genetic?” never seem to leave the minds of those affected. So, what causes freckles to appear suddenly? First, freckles are brown patches on your skin that can form anywhere. Secondly, exposure to UV rays is a significant cause of these blemishes.

Freckles are sometimes brought on by genetics, but still, exposure to the sun only exacerbates this condition. They do not discriminate against skin types although those with fair skin are more prone to freckles. Having freckles does not mean you have to accept the condition. There are reliable do-it-yourself remedies to remove freckles.

  10 Safe Methods of Getting Rid of Freckles

Sour Milk

Milk is used to make sour cream which can then be applied to the blemished skin. Here’s the key; apply the cream to the affected area, let it dry, and then gently wipe it off with a soft cloth. Do not wash it off.

Freckle Removal Cream

Use this cream if you don’t want to make your own at home. Freckle removal cream contains ingredients such as hydroquinone which fades discoloration, antioxidants which help reverse skin aging, and essential vitamins.

Retinoid Cream

This cream is a derivative of vitamin A which is related to the pigment of our skin and eyes. Retinoids rejuvenate sun damaged skin cells while fading freckles.

Sunscreen

As the saying goes, a good offense is the best defense. Applying sunscreen to your skin prevents skin damage and freckles. It will not remove pre-existing blemishes.

Skin Peels

Skin peels are a chemical solution to your unsightly spots. It works by removing damaged skin, allowing new, healthy skin to grow.

Honey

Honey contains skin lightening properties which help in fading out freckles. It is also a great moisturizer and improves overall skin health.

Onions

The sulfur properties in red onions are ideal for freckle removal. Cut an onion into slices and rub it on the affected areas. Allow it to sit for a few minutes then rinse it off with warm water.

Lemon Juice

Apply lemon to the affected area and let it dry. You can use a fresh slice of lemon or 100% juice from the bottle. The skin lightening ingredients in the lemon will dissolve the brown spots.

Cryosurgery

This treatment is a non-invasive option. Instead of cutting your skin, it employs freezing damaged areas with liquid nitrogen to destroy abnormal skin cells.

Freckle Removal Laser

A laser can be used to lighten the dark spots on the skin. The 1064 Q-switch Nd: YAG laser is the recommended device for freckle removal. Treated areas will scab over and fall off after some time.

  Conclusion       

The majority of our solutions can for freckles are located in your home or nearest grocery store. Try them out before seeing a doctor. It will be easier on your skin as well as your wallet!

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Beginner’s Guide to Freckle Removal Creams

It seems that over the past few years freckles have grown from being considered a flaw to becoming an ultimate trend. With plenty of tutorials on how to create faux freckles and even special face masks that help you get them, it is clear that today more and more people want to achieve that sun-kissed look. These people are oftentimes somewhat jealous of those who are blessed with natural freckles that require no effort.

But that doesn’t necessarily mean that so-called sunspots are always desirable by the redheads, the fair-skinned and others susceptible to freckles. If you can relate to this and know exactly what you want to look like without being influenced by trends, this article will definitely help you.

∼ The most effective freckle removal creams ∼

  Freckles are basically caused by sun exposure. Affected by the ultra-violet light, skin cells rapidly produce melanin, which in a way serves to protect our body from the sun damage. So obviously, avoiding direct sunlight or using sunscreen regularly can prevent the appearance of the dark spots.

There are also numerous ways to get rid of freckles once you already have them.

They vary from simple remedies to rather costly laser treatments. Here we will focus on ready-to-use products that are designed specifically for this purpose. We believe that the best approach is not to look for magical extracts but to stick to reliable and somewhat ‘boring’ ingredients: hydroquinone, retinoids, niacinamide, hydroxy acids and so on. This is what we were motivated by while comprising or list.

  Clinique ‘Even Better’ Clinical Dark Spot Corrector

Buy from Amazon at the price of $50

Yes, we deliberately started off with one of the most recognizable skincare brands out there. Products from Clinique have repeatedly proven to be able to deal with various skin conditions, and discoloration is no exception.

It contains no hydroquinone and relies mostly on plant-based ingredients, including turmeric extract and mulberry root. There is also vitamin E that will help replenish your skin.

The instructions advice to use the corrector twice a day. Although it is claimed to be safe to use for over a year, you might see the reduction of dark spots in several months.

  Porcelain Skin Whitening Serum

Buy from Amazon at the price of $28

If you and your skin are fed up with harsh chemicals that cause irritation, whether it is parabens, sulfates or other nasty stuff, Porcelain Skin Whitening Serum is the right choice for you.

Aside from natural botanicals, it has powerful active components, which are kojic acid and hydroquinone. They will make sure to stop the enzymes and amino acids from triggering too much melanin.

Glycolic acid will make your skin feel fresh and revived by removing dead skin, and licorice is the key ingredient that serves as a protection from redness and burning sensation.

  Paula’s Choice RESIST Triple-Action Dark Spot Eraser 2% BHA Gel

Buy from Amazon at the price of $29

Our favorite thing about this product and the entire Paula’s Choice line is that it’s safe not only for you, but for the animals, meaning it’s absolutely cruelty-free.

One of its active ingredients is 2% hydroquinone, a staple in skin discoloration treatment that will inhibit melanin pathway. And in order for that to be absorbed deeply into the skin, the eraser contains salicylic acid. It is known for pore-tightening and soothing properties that will even out your skin texture.

But antioxidants is the thing that really takes this gel to the next level. Not only you will have lighter and smoother skin, but you will also enjoy all benefits of anti-aging formula that will give you the glow from within.

  Admire My Skin 2% Hydroquinone Dark Spot Corrector

Buy from Amazon at the price of $23

This dark spot corrector’s effectiveness is equal to the products that require a prescription. It is so potent, that manufacturers recommend using it in cycles. That is to say, you have to make a 30-day break after continuous 60-day use.

There are much more active ingredients than in other products. The combination of both kojic acid and hydroquinone alone is enough to be convinced in that.

Containing azelaic acid, vitamin C and lactic acid, it will fade the freckles and make your skin squeaky clean (in a good way, of course).

  Organys Skin Brightening Cream

Buy from Amazon at the price of $16

The name of the brand speaks for itself – the company uses predominantly botanical ingredients that cause no irritation and damage. Apart from jojoba seed oil and yeast proteins, it has effective and non-toxic alpha arbutin that is turned into already familiar hydroquinone during the synthesis.

On the off chance you are not satisfied with this brightening cream, the company offers every customer full refund, so there’s totally nothing to lose, only to gain.

  Nadinola Skin Bleach for Dry Skin

Buy from Amazon  at the price of $19

Nadinola skin discoloration fade cream is suitable for people with dry skin. But if you have sensitive skin, you might want to opt for some other product, as this one does contain mineral oil and parabens.

Yet this fact is fully compensated by the cream’s ability to fight discoloration and excessive melanin production. The hydroquinone is paired with octyl salicylate that is the frequent component of sunscreens. If you use it daily, the positive change won’t be long in coming.

  Nadinola Skin Bleach for Oily Skin

Buy from Amazon at the price of $18

Nadinola has an alternative for oily skin, too. Here the properties of hydroquinone are enhanced with citric acid and 3% octisalate which provides your body with sun protection.

According to multiple reviews, this fade cream controls shine and leaves the skin silky smooth. Some people even like it a moisturizer, which, contrary to popular belief, oily skin is often in desperate need of!

  Murad Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum

Buy from Amazon at the price of $19

This lightening serum is a combination of two powerful ingredients that will brighten and gently exfoliate your skin: hydroquinone (2%) and glycolic acid. The latter accelerates the cell revitalization that causes dark spots to fade faster.

On top of that, it has components that boost the production of collagen, leaving your skin nourished and firmed up. That doesn’t mean that you should exclude sunscreen from your routine. On the contrary, using it additionally will only secure the results.

  ∼ Components that deal with freckles and hyperpigmentation ∼

  Before choosing a particular freckle removal cream, it’s nice to get some background knowledge to look into the components that actually do the trick. This information will make you armed to the teeth, you will be able to analyze the formulas and ingredient lists yourself and pick what is right for you even outside this list.

Hydroquinone blocks the key enzyme that is in charge of triggering melanin (pigment). It is one of the most effective components for skin bleaching and is often found in lightening products. However, the concentration of it has to be very low or else it will bring more harm than good. Bear in mind that it needs to be kept away from air and sunlight, stored in a tight container.

If you want something more stable and natural, take a look at kojic acid. It is a chemical substance derived from various fungi and a by-product of fermented soy sauce and rice wine. Its bleaching function is explained by its ability to prevent the production of tyrosine, the amino acid that takes part in the synthesis of melanin.

Another component that is beneficial when it comes to skin lightening is arbutin. It can be found in a lot of plants such as mulberry, whortleberry and madder, which makes the perfect option for organic skincare lovers.

To speed up the process of removing old darker skin cells to give way to new lighter ones, you need to incorporate gentle chemical peels. Stay away from harsh scrubs that will only irritate or skin and use salicylic or glycolic acid that will also help the active components absorb better into the skin.

  It won’t happen overnight 

When you decide to begin your freckle removal journey, you should realize that it is not a quick process. It might have taken years for the hyperpigmentation to show on our face and body as a result of ultra-violet exposure, so don’t expect it to go away by the wave of the hand.

Lightening creams can no doubt be helpful, but only if you are patient and use them for at least a month. Besides, they have to contain active ingredients that speed up cell revitalization, or else you will just stop getting new freckles but not remove the old ones completely.

The good news is, if you haven’t noticed a slightest change after more than a month, most companies are happy to give you a refund.

And if you are really eager to get rid of freckles or melasma as quickly as possible, consider other treatments, but only after consulting with dermatologist.

  Use your cream responsibly 

Hydroquinone, despite its effectiveness, have often been regarded as a rather controversial and even toxic product. But its properties depend on the derivation technology, which has already been improved.

It goes without saying that, as with any other product, you have to first test the cream on a small area and wait for a few minutes to see if there is no allergic reaction. Some people, however, experience mild itchiness and reddening that goes away shortly.

Avoid sensitive areas, such as lips, nostrils and near the eyes and don’t combine hydroquinone with anything containing peroxide, as it will only give you the opposite result, that is, make your skin even darker.

Whitening cream should be the second step in your skincare routine after cleansing. Then it can be followed by toning, moisturizing and whatever you use to treat your skin.

  Bottomline 

First thing you need to remember is that your beauty comes from within. And if freckles happen to be that one thing that clashes with your perception of yourself, there is always a way to fix it. With freckle removal creams, it may take time for you to see a result, but it’s definitely worth it.

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Spring Skincare Tips

In spring we are anxious for beauty.  But usually we welcome it with pale, dull, dehydrated and tired after winter skin, with dry hands, sloughing heels, and static hair.

In this post, we will tell you about nuances in the skincare in the spring time and about products that you must have in your makeup bag to bloom like a “rose de Mai’.

  Daily facial treatment in spring

The basic steps of care are the same — cleansing – toning – cream. But, of course, facial treatment in spring time has its special aspects.

Step 1 | Cleansing

For makeup removal in spring, choose light textures — milk, hydrophilic oil, micellar water. Set thick fatty creams for makeup removal aside until next winter.

For washing oily and problem skin in the spring time, choose soft sulfate-free gels and air facial washes for dry and sensitive skin. It will be good if your washing aids will contain a complex of vitamins and antioxidants.

Step 2 | Toning

For face toning in the spring time, use moisturizing, antioxidant tonics or herbal distillates according to your skin type: with witch hazel, sage, rosemary for oily and problem skin and chamomile, lavender, and linden for dry and sensitive skin.

After winter the skin is dehydrated and requires additional moisture. Therefore, add moisturizing sprays and thermal waters to your treatment procedures in the spring time.

Step 3 | Face cream for the spring time

Switch from thicker protective winter creams to lighter textures – creams, soufflé, mousse, rich emulsions. But do not rush to immediately jump to super-light fluids and gels. In the spring time, the skin needs lipids (oils, ceramides) to support the epidermal barrier that is weakened by winter frosts, winds, and temperature variations.

In addition to lipids, “competent” face cream for the springtime shall contain:

vitamins — the spring avitaminosis affects the skin directly, and it needs additional support not only from the inside, but also from the outside;

vasculoprotective components — they stimulate microcirculation, strengthen the blood vessels and refresh the complexion;

“competent” moisturizing components  — they restore the water balance and saturate the skin dehydrated during the winter with moisture;

antioxidants — UV radiation becomes more active with each spring month, antioxidants will strengthen and support the natural defense system of the skin.

What to look for on a label: amino acids, urea, lactic acid, hyaluronic acid, sorbitol, algae, chitosan, squalane, collagen, elastin, aloe Vera, glycerin, vitamins (especially C, E, A), alpha-lipoic acid, resveratrol, copper peptides, selenium, lycopene, green tea, horse chestnut, butcher’s-broom, arnica, ginkgo biloba, Gotu kola.

Spring is the right time for vitamin creams and creams from anti-stress and detox lines. Such products are indispensible for after-winter tired, dull, flabby skin. For example Anti-stress cream or Multivitamin cream with SPF10.

They enhance local immunity and protective systems of the skin, improve its microcirculation, slightly lighten, moisturize, smooth, grapple with signs of fatigue, revitalize, improve complexion, and enhance skin freshness and vibrancy. The very thing after a severe winter.

If you distinguish between day and night creams, remember the “golden rule”:

When the temperature outside is above +7⁰C, we apply a moisturizer in the morning and a nourishing cream in the evening.

When the temperature outside is below +7⁰C, on the contrary, we apply a nourishing cream in the morning and a moisturizer in the evening.

SPF of a cream for the spring time

In March and April the period of active sun begins, which will last until October. Free radicals  “wake up”. After the winter “holidays” they are generous, fresh, and ready to attack your defenseless, after-winter-weakened skin.

Therefore, if you use creams with SPF all year round, firstly, you are well done, and secondly you should go to a higher sun protection factor in the spring time. And if you do not use sunscreen creams at all, it’s time to start.

Look for a day cream with SPF or a separate sunscreen preparation. The SPF shall be at least 15, and better — from 30. You never apply as much as necessary, and in fact the protection degree will always be less. In pregnancy, lactation, or adolescence periods, or in presence of any hormonal changes in the body, as well as with a tendency or presence of pigmentation, choose an SPF from 30, and better – from 50.

Intensive face care in the spring time

The main goal of the intensified care in the spring time is to restore the skin that has lost its nerve after winter to life. Replenish vitamins and moisture, refresh, part from a gray complexion and return the blush. Spring peelings, masks, and sera rush to the rescue.

Deep cleansing

Should we do peeling in the spring? Strong chemical peels shall not be carried out during the active sun period (from March to October). The risk of pigmentation and irritation is too high. However, this does not mean that all peels are forbidden in the spring time. In spring you can do:

Soft chemical peeling – milk, almond, apple, lemon, with a low percentage of acids and high pH. They act delicately and do not cause photosensitivity.

Enzyme peeling. Spring is a good time for enzymes. They gently peel and clean, keep the results after a course of winter chemical peels, do not cause photosensitivity, and are suitable for any skin type.

Face masks in spring

Detox masks. In early spring, “arm” yourself with a good detox-mask on the basis of mud from the Dead Sea, sea sludge, kaolin, green clay, or Moroccan Hassoule. They deeply cleanse the skin not only from external pollutions, but also from slag and toxins accumulated during the winter.

Alginate masks. Alginates are good in any season, but they are must-have in the spring. They will remove toxins and slag, moisturize, saturate with minerals and vitamins, refresh and lift the tired skin. Choose alginate masks according your skin type and a problem to be solved and use them in tandem with ampoule sera for super results.

Moisturizing masks. Moisturizing is never too much, but after winter, the dehydrated skin especially needs moisture. It dries, flakes, and looks dull and lifeless. Therefore, intensive moisturizing masks in the spring time are mandatory. The texture of spring masks should be light – gel or cream-gel. Look for such ingredients as amino acids, urea, lactic acid, hyaluronic acid, sorbitol, algae, chitosan, squalane, collagen, elastin, aloe Vera, glycerin. All these components not only capture moisture, but also contribute to its long-term retention.

Sera

Vitamin sera. Vitamin C sera are a must-have part of the spring facial treatment. They stimulate the synthesis of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, moisturize, slightly lighten and even out, and return a fresh flowering look to even the most tired skin.

Moisturizing sera. To replenish skin moisture, use active sera with proper moisturizers. And ampoule concentrated sera are perfect for moisturizing alginate masks. After this tandem you will definitely become “peaches and cream”.

Antioxidant. In addition to a “competent” spring cream, buy a good antioxidant serum and use it daily. Antioxidants do not happen much. Especially in the spring.

Body and hair care in the spring time

Heels and palms. In winter, we often miss moisturizing and forget to apply hand and foot creams on time. As a result, in the spring we get dry palms and rough heels. To restore the skin quickly, take a course of paraffin therapy, go to the SPA manicure and pedicure, moisturize your hands intensively during the day, and apply a nourishing regenerating cream on your palms and feet and wear over mittens and socks on nights.

Hair. In spring, hair that has suffered during the winter from temperature changes, frost, dryness, and heating needs a course of intensive moisturizing therapy. In addition to moisturizing shampoo and conditioners you should buy a good moisturizing mask for hair and use it more often – 2-4 times a week. If you have damaged, dry, dyed hair, apply the mask every day instead of the conditioner. Use oils after washing, spray a moisturizing spray throughout the day, and get an SPF hair spray. So your curls come to life as quickly as possible.

Self-tanner. In order not to scare anyone with lilac post-winter legs, buy a good self-tanner, best of all – gel. The more transparent the tanner, the less the risk of stripes and spots. Apply it after the scrub on the pre-moistened skin. The main task is to wait until the moisturizer is completely absorbed and then rub the tanner dry. There should not be a feeling of stickiness. Then your cloths will remain white, and your tan will be even.

SPF. Do not forget about SPF-protection. Even in a city. Of course, if you go to work in an office for the whole day, the SPF for body is not particularly relevant. But when walking in a park on a day off in the middle of the spring, SPF 30 is a must thing.

Let’s summarize

The basic elements of care in the spring do not change. They are always the same – cleansing, toning, cream.

For makeup removal in the spring time, choose milks, micellar water, or hydrophilic oils. For washing, choose gels and washes according to your skin type. For toning, choose moisturizing, antioxidant tonics, and herbal distillates.

A “competent” spring cream has a texture of a mousse or soufflé, contains lipids, moisturizers, antioxidants, vasculoprotective components, vitamins, surely, SPF from15, and better from 30.

Strong chemical peels should be set aside until autumn. Go to soft chemical and enzymatic ones.

Must-have things for skin care in the spring time — moisturizing and detox masks, alginates and sera with Vitamin C.

Buy a good self-tanner, SPF for body and hair, moisturizing line for chic curls, and take a course of paraffin therapy to have soft and gentle palms and heels.

  Do you take care of your skin in spring? Share in the comments.

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The Ugly Side of Korean Beauty

Panda masks, zombie sheets and hours of online content will help you achieve ‘glass-skin’. We are going to show you step by step on what they did to achieve the glass skin effect.

WATCH: The Ugly Side of Korean Beauty

Welcome to the world of Korean beauty or K-beauty where women are encouraged to look like real-life Instagram filters.

Korean beauty standards are so taught that not Koreans can do it. These bright colors and slick packaging are of the industry that in 2017 was estimated to be worth $13 billion.

    It’s one of the world’s top ten markets for beauty products and experts call this a cultural phenomenon that’s here to stay. What we have in the beauty world is a lot of innovation and trends that start in the East and then make theirs to the West.

A Korean product once had an 8000-person waitlist and routines like the 10- step skincare routine and bubble masks have triggered viral trends around the world.

  Why do we love K-beauty?

How do Koreans have such flawless skin?

Creative digital marketing combined with clever packaging has caught the attention of beauty influencers, bloggers and journalists.

    Ej Bae Marketing consultant:

“It is adapted to the modern life of women who do not have a lot of time”

The use of Asian secrets, herbal products and other quirky ingredients also make Korean products very appealing. When it comes to the K-beauty world skincare is top most important. This is inspiring international brands to even include Korean fads in their branding. And cosmetic stores across the world have a dedicated K-beauty section. The popularity of K-pop and Korean TV dramas is also influencing people to follow their beauty regime in hopes of looking like their favorite celebrities.

Joo Kwon CEO JK Plastic surgery:

“What’s more interesting is that nowadays a lot of my foreign patients are bringing in Korean celebrity photos into my office. But South Korea’s beauty industry goes beyond lotions and potions that promise the world in a jar”

Beauty specialist Andrew McDougall:

“Everyone is fighting for white skin. Each skin product should be with whitening effect, people try to stay in the shade”

  South Korea has the highest rate of plastic surgeries per capita in the world

  Estimates suggest that around one in three South Korean women between 19th and 29th have undergone a cosmetic procedure:

Skin whitening

Nose job

Double eyelid surgeries

Nowadays is that a lot of parents are giving double-lid surgeries as high school graduation presents to young girls. Advertisements enticing women to “transform their bodies”. But sometimes, things can go pretty wrong.

    Activists say that underneath all the global buzz around the South Korean beauty fad lies the harsh realities of sexism. Products like slimming face mask to breast masks with “anti-aging” properties reinforce beauty standards. That is one of the negative aspects of Korean culture. But then I think it is changing quite a lot.

There are also skincare regimes and products available for toddlers. Beauty experts say trends like these make children internalize social norms and beauty standards from a young age.

    But some women in South Korea are now fighting back. They are posting videos of themselves breaking and emoting out their cosmetics as a symbol of rebellion against strict beauty standards. And it isn’t just limited to rejecting makeup.

    A popular news presenter sparked a debate in May 2018 when she chose to wear glasses on air and became the first do so on a major TV network. The government is also trying to make a difference. South Korean President wants to ban the use of photos in job applications to keep candidates from being rejected over their looks.

Authorities also plan to remove plastic surgery advertisements from the Seoul Metro by 2022.

So is the mask of k-beauty coming off?

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How to Care Lips

What makes the lips’ skin so different from other skin areas and why does it need special treatment? What products should you use to make your lips look lush and attractive? We’ll tell you right now.

                                           What Makes Lip Skin Different?

Lip care is an important part of a daily beauty routine. So what are the things you should know about the skin on your lips to take care of it properly?

“The number of sebaceous glands in the lips is significantly reduced with only a small number located in the corners of the lips. That is why in the absence of proper care dryness, peeling, and cracks are unavoidable.”

Dry, chapped lips are uncomfortable and do not add neatness to makeup. Therefore, it is better to systematically maintain the health of your lip skin than to periodically restore it.

You should keep several lip balms, including sunscreen lip balm, in your makeup bag.

Why Do Your Lips Dry Out?

The skin of the lips is essentially more susceptible to the aggressive effects of the external environment since it has a thin epidermis and is almost devoid of natural protective lubricant.

The main causes of dry lips:

a negative impact of environmental factors;

bad habits such as smoking;

constitutional peculiarity;

age-related changes;

vitamin deficiency.

  Dry lips can also be caused by some of the decorative cosmetics, such as recently popular matte liquid lipstick. Its long-lasting clingy texture contains almost no oily components, so this kind of makeup implies enhanced lip care before and after putting on lipstick.

  How to Take Care of Your Lips?

Seems like an easy task, doesn’t it? But wait, there are some nuances and it’s better to adhere to certain rules.

Make sure your diet is healthy

Beauty begins within. Lack of vitamins and fatty acids in your diet immediately affects the condition of your lips – and this is a compelling reason to reconsider your diet. It should include:

fatty fish: mackerel, halibut, saury, eel, sturgeon;

nuts (walnuts, peanuts), pumpkin seeds;

vegetable oils: olive, flaxseed, sesame, rapeseed;

vegetables and greens: spinach, parsley, pumpkin, Brussels sprouts.

Harmful habits such as smoking and eating spicy foods can also lead to dryness, cracking, and flaking.

Gently exfoliate dead surface skin cells using a scrub with small organic sugar particles.

  Never skip a step of your daily lip-care routine

The daily care algorithm involves several steps.

1

Use lip balm

Before going out, apply a protective balm, before going to bed – moisturizing, nourishing, restoring.

2

Exfoliate your lips

Exfoliation is a very useful and beneficial procedure including for the skin of the lips. To get rid of your peeling lips and improve microcirculation try a lip massage using soft scrubs—for example, sugar-based.

3

Apply primer under your lipstick

Instead of a primer you can use a non-greasy balm. Apply it in a thin layer and use the tips of your fingers to gently dab the product into your skin or spread it over your lips with a brush.

4

Remove lip make-up the smart way

Don’t wash your face with soap. Apply your cleansing milk or micellar water to the flat cotton pad and gently remove makeup without rubbing the skin.

To clean the lips of long-wearing matte lipstick, use a nourishing balm. Apply a thick layer of balm on your lips and wait for 30 minutes. The balm will soften the pigment, making it easier to remove with a cloth napkin. This method will help keep the lips smooth and healthy, while regular use of aggressive cleansers will inevitably dry the skin.

  Are there any questions left?

How to minimize vertical wrinkles along the contour of your lips. There are two ways to do this:

regularly use the menthol or hyaluronic acid-based lip plumper;

perform a good thorough peeling for seven days in a row. Apply an intense hydrating moisturizer right after exfoliating with scrub.

  Your Lip Skin Requires Different Care in Different Seasons

Changing our lip care routine seasonally is one of the incredibly important conditions that we should observe so that the delicate skin of our lips feels comfortable 365 days a year.

Apply primer before using lipstick, especially if it’s a matte one.

In summer

When it comes to summer lip care, everything is simple: choose lighter textures, in warm (but not hot!) weather you can do with just ordinary lipstick without additional nutrition in the form of balms.

Important

In hot weather be sure to use a UVB protection sunscreen balm. Within the city, the level of SPF 15-20 will be sufficient, but for travelling to warm countries choose products with an SPF of at least 25. And don’t forget to reapply sunscreen at least every 1,5–2 hours (and after meals because it wears off after you eat or drink).

   In winter

In winter in addition to your normal and obligatory steps such as exfoliating, nourishing, and moisturizing, you can also add masks to your lip care routine. If you don’t have a ready-made face mask, apply a thick layer of regenerating cream on your lips and leave it for a few hours, preferably overnight. Sunscreen balm will be useful on vacation at a ski resort: snow reflects the sun’s rays no worse than the surface of the water, putting the skin at increased risk of photo-aging.

Important

When choosing a balm for the winter, carefully study the list of ingredients. Ingredients such as glycerin, oils and ceramides work as water-retaining agents and prevent the feeling of tightness and flaking. Natural vegetable oils (shea, olives, macadamia, coconut) are able to ‘lock’ moisture into the skin and have a protective and antioxidant effect. Hyaluronic acid and aloe extract instantly moisturize and refresh. You can use products that combine all types of ingredients.

      Lip Care Products Overview

Essential lip care products — a balm for nourishing and moisturizing, as well as a smoothing cream designed specifically for this area.

Creams for lip skin care

Creams

  Anti-Wrinkle Collagenist Re-Plump, Helena Rubinstein

Product with proxilane and collagen microspheres instantly adds volume to the lips and smoothes wrinkles along the contour of the lips.

  Eye and Lip Contour & Menopause Skin Care Neovadiol, Vichy

It smoothes wrinkles, and plumps and tightens skin thanks to proxilane, epirulina, proteins and mineralizing water from Vichy thermal sources. With such a remedy even with hormonal imbalance the lips look fresh and well-groomed. With such a remedy the lips look fresh and well-groomed, even with a hormonal imbalance.

  Balms

  Him/Her Lip Care Balm, Giorgio Armani

Universal remedy that is suitable for both men and women. It has a melting texture that spreads easily across the lips, is odorless and gives a natural shine. The product is presented in a neutral range for different skin undertones: 6 shades range from colorless and pale pink to cool lilac-pink.

  Nutritic Lèvres, La Roche-Posay Nourishing Deep Repair Lip Balm

Formula with ceramides eliminates uncomfortable feeling of tightness, irritation, heals cracks and tightens the skin.

  Sexy Balm, L’Oréal Paris

Smoothes the skin and cares for it, making the lips smooth and moisturized. Palette contains 12 shades and has two types of finishes: transparent Sheer and more dense, rich, and opaque Bold.

   Aquasource Plump and Glow Lip Balm, Biotherm

This light balm smells like peach. Due to the presence of vitamins and vegetable oils it quickly softens the lips. Adds visual volume to your lips and makes them look fuller. The sun protection factor SPF 8 prevents photo-aging.