Cream and Serums beats those wrinkles
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Cream and Serums beats those wrinkles
But according to a survey recently published in the British Journal of Dermatology – skin hydration using a simple moisturizer is the easiest way to younger looking skin.
Women with well moisturized skin get less wrinkles and get them more slowly than women with dry skin. You may think that is a blindingly obvious conclusion – after all we all know the three steps to great skin: cleanse, tone, moisturize. But the interesting thing about this study is that it proves exactly how much difference applying a simple moisturizer can make. Hydrating cream works on wrinkles by plumping out the top layer of skin – in other words it’s the moisture it delivers that keeps the skin smooth, fresh and younger looking. Anti wrinkle creams on the other hand are full of additional anti aging ingredients that claim to do more than just hydrate the skin to get rid of your wrinkles. This study shows that adding moisture to your skin by using a hydrating cream with no added anti aging ingredients takes you a long way to younger looking skin. The eight year study which was funded by Olay was based on 122 females between the ages of 10 and 72. Results showed that a 28 year old with dry skin would have 52% more visible wrinkles by the time she was 36 if she didn’t bother keeping her skin moisturized. Of course keeping skin hydrated doesn’t stop nor will it reverse the aging process. The study showed the same 28 year old would still have acquired more lines on her face by the time she got to 36 even if she applied moisturizer every day. But she would have dramatically less lines – 30% less in fact – than if she applied no cream at all. So – the survey is telling us – regular use of a simple face moisturizer will reduce the appearance of wrinkles by a significant amount. Whether you choose to step up your skin care regimen and use a wrinkle cream as well is up to you – but there’s no doubt if we want less wrinkles we should all be using a long lasting hydrating cream on a daily basis. Avoiding wrinkles: After all a wrinkle is simple a crease in your skin. Some face wrinkles are inevitable but what you do with your face and how you hold your body every minute of the day has a lot to do with it as well. Here’s six things you can start doing now to help yourself on the way to being wrinkle free: 1. Cut down on your pillows – Sleep with one pillow not two to avoid a double chin and wrinkling around the neck. 2 Don’t sleep on your front – squashing your face into your pillow is not good for your skin. If you often wake up with a crumpled face over time those creases will stick! 3. Don’t read in bed and if you do lie on your back with one pillow holding the book above you. Never prop yourself up with the book on your stomach – unless you want a double chin! 4. Stand up straight – Imagine you’re being pulled upright by a piece of string going through the center of your body and out of the top of your head. Standing up straight and holding your head properly means your face and neck are not pulled down or to the the side creating wrinkles and sagging. 5. Retrain your face – Frown lines and brow furrows don’t just happen – you cause them by making repeated facial movements. Sit in front of the mirror and see what happens when you frown or wrinkle your brow. Chances are you are doing this a lot without realizing it. Learn to recognize the sensation. Then hold you face still without frowning and wrinkling. Practice keeping your face still during the day – at first you’ll have to think about it and then it will come entirely naturally. Not only will you look better and feel much more positive but you’ll gradually remove the wrinkles and create smoother skin – without paying a fortune for botox! 6. Try some Frownies. A celebrity anti aging secret Frownies are small skin-colored adhesive papers you stick on your forehead preventing you from frowning. Sounds unbelievable doesn’t it? Apparently used regularly they really work to help frowns disappear and make your whole forehead smoother. Some people swear by a hair band pulled up tight to give your face a sort of mini lift without the surgery (only if you’ve got long enough hair obviously). Problem is this can give you a terrible headache lasting long after you take your hair down.
 Why Switch to All Natural Cosmetics?
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By Lori Stryker, B.Sc., B.H.Ec., B.Ed.
The human skin wraps and protects our bodies. It constitutes a living, dynamic tissue system. It has the remarkable ability to absorb applied products, partially or completely, into the bloodstream. In fact, up to 60% of the products we use on our skin are absorbed and deposited into the circulatory system (Fairley, 2001). For instance, the average woman absorbs 30 pounds of the ingredients contained in moisturizers over sixty years (Dr.Hauschka). These new understandings of how the skin functions reveal concerns about the possible long term effects due to the combination of chemicals used in cosmetics, often termed the "chemical cocktail effect". Several chemicals which are used in common, popular cosmetics are known irritants and carcinogens. Concern stems from the knowledge that most of these ingredients are derived synthetically or from petroleum. Avoiding these substances serve to decrease overall exposure to harmful or irritating cosmetic ingredients. | Ingredients to Avoid | Forms Found in Cosmetics and Possible Negative Side Effects |
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| Aluminum | Thought to contribute to Alzheimer's Disease.
Found in almost all antiperspirants.
Works by blocking pores so sweat cannot be released by the skin. | | Artificial colours | FD&C, derived from coal tar.
For example, Azo dyes are a risk to asthmatics, eczema sufferers and people sensitive to aspirin.
Causes hyperactivity in children, severe headaches, blurred vision and itchy/watery eyes and nose (Antczak, 2001). | | Benzoates | Benzoates Benzoic acid, sodium benzoate or parahydroxy benzoate.
Used as a preservative in cosmetics and fizzy drinks.Causes gastric irritation, numbing of the mouth and aggravates asthma (Antczak, 2001). | | Certain essential oils | Rosemary is harmful to epileptics.Sage is not recommended for pregnant women. | | DEA, MEA, TEA | Causes allergic reactions, irritating to eyes and dries out hair and skin (Fairley, 2001). | | Dibutyl phthalate | Found in all persons tested by the CDC (Center for Disease Control, USA) in a 2000 Fall study.
Highest levels were found in women of reproductive age.
Causes birth defects in animals, and damaging to the male reproductive system (ABC News, Internet Ventures 2000).
Used in cosmetics to assist the absorption of other ingredients. | | Formaldehydes | A preservative.
Causes skin reactions.
Imidazolidinyl urea is the second most identified preservative causing contact dermatitis (American Academy of Dermatology: Fairley, 2001).
DMDM hydantoin
Quaternium 15
Diazolidinylurea
2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1
3-diol | | Fragrances | Can contain up to 200 undeclared substances (Fairley, 2001).
Major cause, in addition to artificial colours, of skin irritations and allergies (Antczak, 2001).
May cause dizziniess, skin irritation and hyperpigmentation (Fairley, 2001). | | Genetically Modified Organisms | Soy, Corn
Effects still undetermined. | | Isopropyl Alcohol | Drying agent, from petroleum. | | Keratolytic chemicals | Such as hydroxyl acids, retinoic acid.
Corrosive, used in skin peels.
Dissolves the stratum corneum of the epidermis (outermost layer), making skin more sensitive to sun damage.
Accelerates production of dead skin cells; the skin thickens to repair its surface so that vulnerable skin cells underneath are protected from the effects of skin peeling.(Antczak, 2001). | | Methylisothiazolinone | Causes allergic reactions and irritations (Fairley, 2001). | | Parabens | Petroleum product.
Triggers skin irritations and may be an xerestrogen (Fairley, 2001).May play a role in falling sperm counts and rising breast cancer rates (Fairley, 2001).Used in 99% of all cosmetics (Fairley, 2001), and in many so-called 'natural'products. | | Parraffin | Derived from petroleum.
In the form of wax, mineral oil or petrolatum.
Comedogenic, i.e.blocks pores. | | Propylene Glycol | When derived from petroleum.
Increases the amount of acid in the body, resulting in metabolic problems.
Large amounts are needed to produce this effect (Agency forToxic Substances and Disease Registry or ATSDR, 2003). | | Sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate | Forms carcinogenic nitrogen compounds when combined with specific ingredients.
Irritating to eyes, skin and lungs (Antczak, 2001).
Harmful if swallowed and may cause damage to eyes (Antczak, 2001). | | Tallow | Animal fat.
Not suitable for vegans, and may be a skin irritant. | | Toluene | Found in many nail products and nail polish removers.
Produced during the process of making gasoline and other fuels from crude oil or coal.
Evaporates into the air when products containing toluene are opened.
May affect the nervous system, and/or cause tiredness, confusion, weakness, nausea, or loss of appetite.
Symptoms disappear when exposure is eliminated (ATSDR, 2003). |
Cosmetics do not stay on the surface of the skin without penetrating to some degree. Lipstick wearers, for example, consume 1.5 to 4 tubes in a lifetime (Aveda). If one considers the ingredients being internalized by the body, absorbing plant oils and waxes, mineral pigments or essential oils is a healthier alternative than absorbing petroleum by-products and synthetic chemicals. The ability to choose the right cosmetics for you depends on accurate ingredient knowledge, personal needs and market choices. Caring for one's whole body includes skin care choices that support and contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Natural cosmetic products and make-up are safer, healthier alternatives especially when these products are composed of all natural ingredients. A natural product is described as one that contains mostly or completely naturally derived ingredients (Antczak, 2001). It also indicates that the product is free from, or contains minute amounts of artificial chemical additives. Caution is required when products claim to be natural. For instance, they may contain small amounts of plant extracts, but the bulk of the product is petroleum based and loaded with fragrances. Instead, consider switching to completely natural products, which perform to the same standard as their non-natural counterparts. I'm fabulous offers a wide range of simple, affordable and high quality products. Our cosmetic products are carefully formulated from plant waxes, plant oils, essential oils from flowers, barks and spices, as well as richly coloured mineral pigments. Switching to all-natural cosmetic products and make-up can help you to avoid feeding your skin harmful chemicals. Many skin problems, such as acne, contact dermatitis, irritations and allergies may disappear once petroleum or synthetic ingredients are removed from your skin care regimen. Using fully natural products can contribute to healthy skin and a healthy body in the long term. I'm fabulous invite you to give our natural products a try. They are completely natural, vegan and an excellent alternative to conventional cosmetics and make-up. To view our products, please visit our website at www.im-fabulous.com References: - Antczak, Dr. Stephen and Gina, (2001). Cosmetics Unmasked, Harper Collins, London.
- Begoun, Paula, (1991). Don't Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me, Beginnings Press, Seattle.
- Fairley, Josephine, (2001). Organic Beauty, DK Publishing, London.
- www.abcnews.com, ABC News Internet Ventures, 2000.
- www.atsdr.cdc.gov, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, April 2003.
What is DMAE?
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DMAE
(Dimethylaminoethanol)DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol) is a natural amino alcohol and a precursor to choline and acetylcholine in the brain. DMAE naturally occurs in fish, especially sardines, herring and anchovies. Dr. Carl C. Pfeiffer, M.D., Ph.D. introduced DMAE in 1957 under the trade name Deaner. DMAE by itself is alkaline and caustic, so only salts and esters of DMAE are used in products. Deaner, a prescription drug, is the p-acetamidobenzoate salt of DMAE. The bitartrate and PABA salts of DMAE, which are available in vitamin stores, have the same active constituents. DMAE is reported to elevate mood, increase intelligence, improve memory and learning, and extend lifespan. DMAE also stabilizes lysosome membranes, preventing the uncontrolled leakage of lysosomal enzymes in the cells and the resulting damage of important intracellular organelles. Some researchers suggest that aging may be triggered by leakage of lysosomal enzymes into the cells and surrounding connective tissue as a result of membrane damage. Another theory proposes that aging is due in part to the accumulation of lipofuscin, or age pigment, a yellowish-brown substance that builds up in the skin and brain cells. DMAE can slow the rate of accumulation of lipofuscin and also speed up its removal. DMAE and the vitamin choline have similar structures; DMAE is choline with one methyl group removed. Both are reported to increase levels of acetylcholine in the brain, but choline must be processed in the liver first, while DMAE can be transported directly across the blood-brain barrier. This explains why DMAE works more consistently when taken to increase concentration and short-term memory. DMAE supplementation is best started with a small amount and increased gradually. A large dose taken before the body gets used to it could result in a temporary condition of muscle stiffness in the neck and shoulders. This almost never happens at typical doses of DMAE, but as a precaution it's best to increase the dose at weekly intervals. In three experiments, the drug DMAE ( Dimethylaminoethanol) , sold in the U.S. and Europe under the names Deaner and Lucidril extended the lifespan of mice up to 49.5% when given in the animals' drinking water. In the early 1980s, Riker Laboratories, the manufacturer of DMAE decided to withdraw the drug from the market because of poor sales for its FDA-approved use (hyperactivity in children). Since then, a similar version, commonly sold under the name DMAE has become available as a dietary supplement. The combination of DMAE and the herb gingko has become popular as a cognitive-enhancing therapy or "smart drug". *The I'm Fabulous REPAIR SERUM and the DMAE SUPREME SERUM are incredible and full of DMAE.
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