Simple Skincare & Beauty Tips ~ Just for You!
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Summer Skincare Guide Beauty Expert Jan Moran recommends Summer Skincare Essentials
May, 2011-The summer season is here and the essentials are already picked out—new bathing suit, the perfect pair of wedges, and sunglasses—but before hitting the beach don’t forget about the most important accessory, the skin. Skin is one of the first things people notice and needs to be treated with care. Scentsa® founder and beauty expert Jan Moran dishes on her recommendations for the must have summer skincare products to keep the sun at bay and skin aglow.
The first and most important part of the summer skincare routine is sunscreen. Sunscreen, a guaranteed way to protect the complexion and body, is the best defense from future wrinkles and sun spots. For normal skin, Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Cream SPF 50 is a high-level sunscreen in a weightless formula that can be worn easily under makeup. For oily skin, try Kiehl’s Ultra Protection Water-Based Sunscreen with an SPF of 25, which won’t over moisturize skin. For dry skin, choose a sunscreen with an SPF level over 40. Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream works with skin to moisturize and protect it. “When choosing sunscreen there are a few simple guidelines,” says Moran. Here are her four guidelines:
1) Be sure sunscreen blocks UVA and UVB rays; UVB rays cause sunburns and UVA rays cause wrinkles and sunspots.
2) Sunscreen should be at least SPF 15.
3) Choose higher SPF for fairer skin.
4) Lastly, apply sunscreen at least thirty minutes before going in the sun, ensuring it absorbs into skin.
In the summer the combination of heat and sun exposure can dehydrate skin. The best solution is a tinted moisturizer, which will give skin coverage while keeping it protected and hydrated. For oily skin, Laura Mercier Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer offers coverage in a non-greasy formula with a variety of shades for a perfect skin tone match, and an SPF of 20. For dry skin, Shiseido The Skincare Tinted Moisture Protection has an SPF of 20 to keep out UV rays while giving dewy light coverage. For normal skin, focus on a formula that continually hydrates skin throughout the day, such as Clarins Hydra-Care Tinted Moisturizer, which promotes a smoother looking complexion, and an SPF of 6. “Tinted moisturizers provide sheer coverage,” says Moran. “To ensure the best application, dot your forehead, chins, and cheeks with a slightly damp sponge or, finger, then use a sweeping motion to apply evenly over your entire face.”
Still interested in that summer glow but don’t want to subject skin to harsh UV rays? A self-tanner is the perfect answer. Self-tanners can be tricky, so be sure to read instructions carefully and don’t rush. Benefit’s Talk to the Tan facial tint glides on smoothly, leaving a beautiful bronze tint that washes off easily. For a longer lasting glow, Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel leaves a rich tan without streaks or the tell-tale self tanning scent. “One common self tanning mistake is forgetting about your face,” says Moran. “Be sure to use a tanner specifically for the face. Use plastic gloves to avoid orange hands, but don’t forget to apply on the backs on your hands.” Dior Bronze Self-Tanner Natural Glow Face is an easy- to-apply, tinted gel-cream that gives a tawny brilliant color to skin.
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If I'd known I was going to live so long, I'd have taken better care of myself
~ Leon Eldred
‘Man skin care’ would seem like an alien topic to some men. It would have been even more alien a few years back. However, more and more men are now realising the importance of man skin care (and hence you see markets flush with man skin care products too). Even though the male skin is very different from that of a female, ‘man skin care’ is very similar to the skin care for women.
‘Man skin care’ too starts with cleansing. Water soluble cleansers are preferred. Cleansing helps remove the dirt, grease and pollutants from the skin and helps in preventing pore clogging. The inherent oily nature of male skin makes cleansing an important part of man skin care procedure. Cleansing should be done at least once every day, even better if it is done twice a day. Using soap on the face is discouraged.
‘Man skin care’ revolves a lot around shaving. Shaving foam/gel/cream and after shave lotion are one of the most important man skin care products. Serious ‘man skin care’ requires a proper selection of shaving related equipment and products. One of the main considerations in choosing shaving products should be the skin type (since the degree of oiliness differs from person to person). Alcohol-based aftershaves should be avoided. Proper ‘man skin care’ also mandates the use of good quality razors. Here, swivel-head razors are preferred since they are known to reduce cuts. Besides these products and equipment, it is also necessary that you use them properly. Be gentle when using your razor. Do not scratch it against your skin; use a soft and smooth action (after all it’s a matter of removing hair, not the skin itself).
Male skin is generally thicker and oilier, owing to larger pores and more active sebaceous glands. However, due to regular shaving, the skin can get dehydrated quite easily. Hence moisturisers too form an integral part of man skin care. Moisturising gel or cream should be applied after shaving. In fact, some shaving foams/ gel have an in-built moisturising effect too. Moisturisers should be patted gently over the face and massaged gently using upward strokes.
Though a man’s skin is less susceptible to skin cancer caused by UV radiation, using a sunscreen is also an important man skin care measure. You can use a moisturiser that combines sunscreen with the moisturising effect.
Another good option for ‘man skin care’ is to use man skin care products which have natural ingredients like aloe vera, sea salt and coconut etc. Naturally antiseptic oils e.g. lavender, tea tree etc also provide good means for man skin care.
Man skin care is not as difficult as a lot of men think. It just asks for a few minutes every day, in order to give you a healthy skin for present and for future.
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This is a two part series on what you need for caring for your skin the best way possible. Not many care for their skin, taking care of it takes time and not many really know or understand what that might take. Here is a quick run down of what you will need, to help your skin stay looking as young as possible.
Basics of Skincare -Tools of the Trade
Did you know for basic skincare the magic number is four? There are three basic steps you do twice a day and one step you do twice a week at most.
The three basic everyday skincare needs are:
1- cleansing
2- toners
3- moisturizers
4- would be your specialty products such as mud masks, exfoliation for example.
What are cleansers?
These are specialty formulated products meant to remove grime, and makeup from your skin, without over-drying it. They clean off old makeup, dirt, oils. They come in different types, creams, lotions, gels and bars of soap. Cleansing with a bar soap is one of the oldest most efficient cleanser, but it may not be the best for your skin. Creams and lotions are easy to use; just massage into your skin to lift dirt and remove with warm water or tissue it off.
What are toners, fresheners, astringents?
They are specialty formulated liquids mostly with alcohol as one of the main ingredient. Alcohol is usually the active ingredient in toners; it makes your skin feel fresh and cool because it evaporates quickly. It can also temporarily minimize your pores by plumping up the skin around them. The percentage of alcohol differs from product to product. In fact you may find that astringent, toners, and fresheners as part of the label for the same product. The three are pretty much interchangeable in meaning as well as product.
There are a few differences to point out, astringents usually have the highest percentage of alcohol and mostly used for acne care. There are water-based toners that are formulated especially for mature skin or any skin type that cannot tolerate the over-drying that alcohol can do. When checking labels, look for products where the word alcohol is closest to the last on the list of ingredients.
Products we recommend for your skincare:
The Skin Society
Skin Vision US
Men’s Skincare Lines
Ella Blue Skincare
The rest of this article will be posted in a few days. 
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