At one point or the other, we've had to deal with acne. As an every day occurrence, dealing with acne can get tedious and sometimes frustrating although this is the time for lots of patience. If you're struggling with acne, these tips outlined below will be of great help. Do not scrub facial skin There's often this temptation to scrub the face (especially with the hard sponge) during bath times. If you have oily skin, you might be making things worse. Scrubbing the face might trigger the production of more sebum or facial oil which could contribute to the formation of more acne. Instead, use a facial sponge to gently wash face. Clean face twice daily There's no compromise when...
As inviting as it is, popping pimples should not be an every-day activity. Considering how we tend to lose this fight always, it seems not to be an option. One thing we forget is that, the more pimples we pop, the more we're likely to have dark spots on our face from the popped pimples. Treating such dark spots takes a lot of work and patience but we're ready to put our all in it. Microdermabrasion Don't let the word scare you. It's simply a type of exfoliation to remove dead skin cells. It's a cosmetic procedure although it's non-invasive. Usually, an instrument is used on the face to remove relatively thicker skin. Not only does it help in fading...
As controversial as this is, it's an important topic to discuss. Makeup has become part of us whether we like it or not. Now, there are a lot of controversies surrounding makeup and having healthy skin. Let's clear one misconception - not using makeup is not a guarantee for having healthy skin. Now that that's out of the way, let's delve into other substantive issues. Regular makeup vrs ceremonial makeup You'd agree that regular everyday makeup is different from makeup for a ceremony. One of the marked difference is how heavy ceremonial makeup can be. For the most part, it is to cover all blemishes. It's also applied in such a way that it stays on longer. This means covering...
What you put on your skin is just one aspect of skin care. The saying 'you are what you eat' is so important for our general health. Now, the type of food we consume makes a huge difference on our skin. It is time to make some dietary changes. Are you ready? Here goes. Vitamin-C Rich Foods A lot of fruits, especially the colourful ones - oranges, strawberries, kiwis, guavas, etc - are rich in Vitamin C. Likewise vegetables including spinach, broccoli, parsley are very rich in Vitamin C. Including these in your diet would not brighten just your skin but improve your overall health. If you have trouble consuming these, make it interesting by consuming them as smoothies. Salads...
Don't get overwhelmed by the multitude of skincare products out there. Facial masks and scrubs are some of the essentials needed for healthy skin. Today's post explains why you need these two essential products in your skincare bag. Ready to explore with us? Facial Masks These come in different types ranging from clay masks to peels to DIYs and a host of other things. Generally, facial masks are great for removing impurities from the skin. It helps unclog pores without stripping your skin of its natural oils. After masks are applied, they are left on a while longer to be able to penetrate the skin and work its magic. Essentially, facial masks are great for diminishing fine lines refining pores...
