Elemis Biotec Sonic Skin-Radiance Facial
2014 July 24. | Szerző: shannon
Elemis has developed five, result-driven “Biotec” facials using a fusion of three targeted stimuli — actives, touch and electric technology — to enable the skin to renew and repair.
Dodging the chaos of Causeway Bay’s shopping district, I make my way to 10/10 Space to meet Helen Brown, senior UK and international trainer, who is in town to introduce the facials.
First up is a skin consultation. Brown positions my face in front of the skin imager to detect imperfections such as dehydration, oiliness, enlarged pores, UV exposure, and signs of ageing. The skin around my cheeks and eyes shows dehydration, with a few oily parts (extreme dehydration causes the skin to over-compensate with oil, she explained). She advises hydrating the skin with moisturiser every day, and exfoliating, as my skin has some blocked and enlarged pores.
She opts for the Elemis Biotec Sonic Skin-Radiance Facial to re-energise my skin. The facial begins with cleansing and toning to prepare for the treatment. The first part of the facial is exfoliating the skin using ultrasonic peeling technology.
Brown works the tool across my face and neck with upward and sideways strokes. Apart from the high-pitched noise and the vibrations, the sensation is much like an electric shave, and there isn’t any pulsing or prickling.
A hydra active gel soothing mask is then applied to my face, and around my eyes. Cooling eye pads are placed on each eye to relax them.
Brown also uses Elemis Skin Lift Touch therapy, a series of massage techniques to relax and prepare the skin for the ensuing treatment. While I wait for the mask to settle, I am treated to an exceptional neck and shoulder massage, which unknots my shoulder muscles and sends me off into a relaxed stupor.
My brief nap is interrupted by the cool sensation of galvanic rollers. The second electric technique used for the facial, the galvanic current, is a two-step technology which is said to use the current from positive and negative charged ions to push bio-active formulas deeper into the skin. A Pro-radiance Illuminating Flash balm finishes off the facial. The immediate results are quite noticeable — plumper, cleaner, fresher skin, which feels extremely light and soft. It has hydrated my skin, without making it oily, and lasts for the next few days.
Get glowing skin with these tips
2014 July 11. | Szerző: shannon
There isn’t an elixir which will help you get glowing skin in a day but following a good skincare regimen definitely will! Here are a few steps which will ensure that you have glowing skin always.
Drink lots of water: Every system and function in our body depends on water. Skin is no different. Dry skin has less resilience and is more prone to wrinkling, so ensure you take in enough water to reach your skin and keep it hydrated. Two to three litres a day is usually about right.
Multi-task: Looking after your skin doesn’t have to stop at home, so carry a multi-tasking quick-fix with you in your handbag for dewy skin on the go. A water spray can be used to cool and calm even the most sensitive complexions. Not only does it tone the skin, but it can also be used to set make-up and refresh skin on a hot day, as well as soothing and softening skin on the go.
Always remove make-up: It sounds obvious, but one in five women still admit to sleeping with make-up on when away from home. During summer nights, one is naturally warmer and sweatier and if make-up is left on overnight, and bacteria is more likely to develop, leaving pores blocked and resulting in an increased chance of waking up with bad skin outbreaks.
Stick to products meant for your skin: The internet can give out weird and wonderful information, but not all of it is accurate. Be aware that not everything you read will work. A common mistake is using toothpaste on spots – toothpaste is meant for your teeth which are one of the hardest surfaces in your body. Using a product on your skin which is actually intended for the teeth will damage your skin and cause it to completely dry out.
Varicose veins: Beauty myths exposed
2014 May 23. | Szerző: shannon
Varicose veins can plague of women, especially this time of year when more skin is on show, but do you actually know what they are and how you can treat them?
Veincentre, one of the UK’s leading private health clinics specialising in varicose veins, has seen more than 10,000 patients since opening its doors 10 years ago. Almost all of the clients that visited the clinic had completely misunderstood their condition and were not aware of the options available to them.
The clinic’s lead consultant – Dr David West – has listed the five most common myths surrounding varicose veins and the truth behind these conditions and their treatment.
Myth: Varicose veins is only a problem for women
Truth: 40% of our clients are men. However, they only tend to come to us once the pain has become unbearable. By waiting until this time they are putting themselves at greater risk of developing additional problems. This is not just a ‘female only’ problem and it is definitely nothing to be embarrassed about as it’s so common.
Myth: Varicose veins are only a cosmetic issue i.e. not serious
Truth: Varicose veins, if ignored and left untreated, can actually progress into serious medical conditions including leg pain, swelling, skin damage and ulcers. They may also be a result of (and therefore masking) another underlying problem. Some of our clients had suffered with their varicose veins for over 40 years, either because they were not offered adequate solutions by their GP or simply because they were unaware of the options available.
Their daily lives were seriously affected due to constant pain and discomfort. A lot of them had self-confidence issues, avoiding holidays and summer clothing and some of the more serious cases had been unable to walk or stand for long periods of time.
Myth: Treating varicose veins is expensive
Truth: People are turning to ‘self-pay’ private surgery in response to lengthening NHS waiting lists, some clinicians refusing to treat them on the NHS and escalating costs of private health insurance. However, there is a huge price variation for the same procedures up and down the country.
We would not dream of unnecessarily overcharging our clients and I believe some of the prices being quoted at other clinics are ridiculous. What may cost up to £8,000 at one clinic, we’ll provide the same varicose vein treatment for £1,995 and I’d argue we’d do it to a higher patient satisfaction because all we do are veins.
Cost should not be a barrier for people seeking treatment for their varicose veins. Treatment options should be tailored to patients’ budgets. At Veincentre, we offer payment options to accommodate even the most modest budgets.
Myth: Varicose vein treatment will involve long painful surgery
Truth : Not so with a pioneering new technique called Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), which is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) as the default treatment for varicose veins.
EVLA is a non-surgical, minimally-invasive procedure with no need for general anaesthetic. The efficiency of this procedure means that many of our patients have their first consultation and treatment at the same time – often lasting no longer than 90 minutes.
Myth: Varicose veins are a problem for old people
Truth: This is not just a problem for older people, your genetics also play a large part in the development of varicose veins. We have had clients as young as 16 suffering with varicose veins and seen children with the condition.
Lauren Conrad’s Skincare Secret
2014 May 17. | Szerző: shannon
Lauren Conrad knows a thing or two about beauty. The reality-star turned fashion designer is always on point when it comes to the latest hair crazes (remember her pink dip dyed locks?) and new make-up magic (she is, after all, the face of Mark cosmetics).
And we can’t help but notice that she always has the most glowing, healthy looking skin!
While we are sure her blissful engagement to her love of over two years, William Tell, might have something to do with her recent radiance, we just had to know the real secret behind her skincare routine. So we chatted with HydroPeptide National Account Trainer Jayna DiMartino and found out the key products behind Lauren’s lovely complexion.
“Lauren Conrad’s go-to Peel: Anti-Wrinkle Polish & Plump Peel is the perfect date night peel, as it gives you the most amazing ,dramatic results without any downtime,” says Jayna “Peel 1 is two ingredients: 15% vitamin C to lighten, brighten and tighten, and microdermabrasion oxygenating crystals that create a manual exfoliation to lift dead skin cells.”
Want to try it out yourself? Follow Jayna’s easy steps below.
1.Start off by applying Peel 1, gently rubbing in a circular motion for 1 to 2 minutes.
2. Leave on the skin and then apply one pump of Peel 2, which is the activator that gives you that nice, gentle chemical exfoliation with 5% lactic acid, vitamin C, botox-like peptides, plumping, volumizing and lifting peptides, with Echinacea and chamomile to soothe the skin.
3. Work this into the skin for another 1 to 2 minutes and then rinse.
“It can be used once or twice a week. Skin will be left looking brighter, feeling softer, more even-toned and supple. Perfect before a night on the town,” says Jayna.
5 reasons herbal products may not be really safe after all!
2014 May 15. | Szerző: shannon
Herbal products derived from plants are widely used in several countries, especially India and they continue to gain popularity among consumers. But consumers need to know that there are very few valid medical studies on the herbal products which are actually safe. It is difficult identifying chopped, processed herbs or plant mixtures, variability in the toxic constituents of a plant, nomenclature, adulteration and establishing the chronic toxic potential of a plant.
1. When it comes to herbal medicines, there are a lot of contaminants that can make their way into a product – heavy metals may find their way into the plants through the water used in irrigation or the soil in which the plants grow.
2. Microorganisms grow better in the presence of organic matter obtained from plant and animal sources and they can contaminate the product. There may be pesticide residues that have found their way into the plant material and then, into the product.
3. Sometimes, improper storage may lead to chemical degradation of one of the components in the herbal formulation and toxic substances may be produced.
4. Occasionally, an unscrupulous manufacturer may add in a less expensive substitute for a particular herb. This substitute may have similar physical appearance to the herb prescribed in the recipe, but it will obviously interfere with the product’s ability to elicit the desired therapeutic effects.
5. It is common knowledge that most herbal remedies take longer to act as compared to allopathic medicines; so an unprincipled manufacturer may resort to mixing in allopathic medicines into a herbal product in order to make it appear fast-acting and increase its popularity. Sometimes, inadvertent adulteration can occur because of confusion in the vernacular names of some plant sources.
Over time, drug regulatory authorities have woken up to the need for standardisation of herbal products. Recognising that close to 80% of the world’s population still relies on traditional systems of medicine for their healthcare needs; the World Health Organization has specified guidelines to be followed by manufacturers to ensure they make pure herbal products of good quality. If there is one myth this discussion has cleared up, it is this – ‘herbal’ should not be read as a synonym for ‘safe’. Only when the manufacturer of a herbal product is deeply committed to providing quality medicines will we have the confidence to consume such products without any qualms.
Cleanse your way to clearer skin with products suited to you
2014 April 10. | Szerző: shannon
If I had my way they would be banned from every bathroom.
Wipes may have revolutionised the beauty industry (sales have trebled over the last few years and, yes, they come in handy when you’re on the go or after a very late night) but they cannot and should not replace a proper cleansing routine.
For starters many wipes contain potent ingredients such as high levels of alcohol, which can strip the complexion of its natural oils and cause excessive dryness. Others may contain MI (methylisothiazolinone), a preservative, which has been proven to cause rashes and allergies.
Moist cloths packed on top of each other can be a breeding ground for bacteria so for this reason many contain high levels of preservatives. Finally, when using them, the majority of women are far too heavy handed, rubbing them vigorously all over the face and tugging at the delicate skin around the eyes which can accelerate the ageing process and even cause more wrinkles and bags. So what should you use instead?
Invest in a good cleanser
Why splash out on expensive moisturisers and masks but then skimp on the most important part of any skin-transforming routine – a cleanser?
A high-performance cleanser will penetrate deeply and will often moisturise and tone the skin too. Cleansing with the right products will make a real difference to the quality and health of your skin. It will revive your complexion at the beginning as well as at the end of a long day, ridding it of all make-up, pollutants and impurities and ultimately allowing it to breathe.
It will also hydrate, soothe and invigorate skin cells.
More importantly it will prepare the skin to absorb a moisturiser or serum much more effectively.
If you are still wedded to your wipes then at least read the ingredients’ list and opt for a paraben-free option. Look for packs that are labelled with words such as “gentle”, “safe”, “hypoallergenic”, “dermatologist tested” and “fragrance-free”.
Then double cleanse by using a cleanser.
MY TOP CLEANSING TIPS
If you’re using a cream or balm use your fingertips and cleanse using circular movements for at least 30 seconds then let the cleanser sit for at least one or two minutes.
Do not be too harsh with your skin, even if it’s oily. Always wash cleanser off with tepid water and a flannel or sponge. This way you get rid of surface dead skin cells as it’s like a mild exfoliation.
Gentle steams once a week can really help to deep clean but don’t do this if you have broken capillaries or sensitive skin.
It is especially important to cleanse at night. Morning washing will wake you up but if you don’t clean your skin well at night, the time when your body is making repairs, it will not be able to detoxify.
Organic beauty, spa products are a rage
2014 March 28. | Szerző: shannon
Where in today’s world, people prefer to have an organic lifestyle, it is finding an entry in cosmetics’ as well
The term ‘organic’ can mean so many different things, from carbon compounds to fundamental laws. Now- with the times where people are getting more and more conscious about their health and lifestyles, they are preferring to move towards ‘organic living’- which includes- consumption of products which are safer for all living things, pro-environment and healthier and maintain ecological balance too. It refers to using the products made out of totally made sans the use of chemicals. Be it food, fabrics or cosmetics- organic products are catching up popularity.
There is one more aspect to going organic — usage of organic cosmetics, beauty and spa treatments. Interestingly, this is a sector wherein the preference for usage of natural products was always high in demand. It is just in the case where people need a quick treatment, they prefer chemical based treatments. Otherwise, higher emphasis of all the beauty treatments as well as hair treatments is towards usage of herbal and natural ingredients in the beauty products. Like for facials, home-care products, spa and salon regulars always prefer herbal products. Similar is for spa treatments where we have sea-based minerals, sea weed, algae products- these are all 100% natural. It is undoubtedly preferred as they are eco-friendly and show good results on long term-basis on your skin and hair. It seems like surely the chemical-free products are finding more and more takers day by day. And why not?
When the side effects are almost zilch, beauty is going ‘organic way’!
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Pimple After Shaving: Home Remedies
2014 January 7. | Szerző: shannon
Shaving is one of the basic grooming essentials a man has to follow. A man would look unclean and go unrecognised if he goes out without shaving for more than 3-5 days. That is why, a man has to shave whenever required. ADVERTISEMENT Shaving however causes some skin problems like skin irritation, razor cuts and burns and red bumps. Some men complain of getting acne or red pimples the next day after shaving. Well, this is not an unusual skin problem which only you face. There are a lot of men who get acne or pimple one day after shaving.
Well, the small red balls are not actually pimples. It is the ingrown hair or the body’s reaction to the injury of shaving. Do not treat it by squeezing or pricking. This can leave permanent marks behind so, always be careful if you suffer from pimple after shaving. Here are some simple remedies to treat pimples after shaving.
Home Remedies For Pimples After Shaving:
1. Use a good quality razor. Make sure you do not use the same razor after 4-5 shaves. Always clean the razor well and dry the blades after washing.
2. There are a lot of people who use electric razors to save time. Moreover, these razors make shaving an easy grooming task. If you are using an electric razor, then make sure you change the blade after 2-3 shaves. However, it is advisable to use a new single-blade razor every time you shave.
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3. Avoid using double and triple-edge blades. It pulls out the hair from the follicle which is actually below the epidermis. As the hair finds it difficult to grow out, it can lead to pimples and inflammation.
4. One of the home remedies to reduce pimples that pop up after shaving is, apply rubbing alcohol. You can either apply some aftershave as ti contains alcohol which can reduce the chances of getting red bumps and pimples after shaving.
5. Applying ice cubes on the pimple can be a relief. This is a simple home remedy to treat pimples after shaving. Rubbing ice cubes is also a remedy for other skin problems that can occur after shaving like razor cuts or burns.
6. Exfoliating before shaving is one of the ways to prevent pimples that can pop up after shaving.
7. Always shave in the downward style. Shave down instead of coming up from the neck. This will prevent skin rashes and razor bumps.
8. To prevent pimples or razor bumps after shaving, it is best to rinse the face with warm water. This dilate your blood vessels and bring more blood to the area that you are about to shave. That is why, shaving in hot shower is always considered best!
Try these remedies to reduce pimples after shaving.
Natural Lip Balms For Winters
2013 December 26. | Szerző: shannon
During winters, the skin becomes dry and itchy as well. Your whole body looks patchy and dry, even after applying lots of body lotion and moisturiser, things do not work the best. The most common area which gets affected during winters is your lips. Often a lot of people suffer from chapped, dry and rough lips during winters. This is all because of the weather which makes the skin dry. Dry lips can look really embarrassing. So, if you do not want flaunt dry and chapped lips, you need to care for them and make them look soft and pink.
Some of the lip balms have too much chemicals which can either burn the soft lips or darken them gradually. So, why waste money on expensive lip balms which are not even worthy. Try some homemade lip balms which can soften the skin and moisturise it as well. They are prepared with simple ingredients and can save your money too. Moreover, if you are running late, just apply the ingredient directly on the lips. For example, olive oil is one of the natural lip balms which can either be used as one of the ingredients to prepare homemade lip balm or applied directly on the lips.
Here are some homemade lip balms for you to apply on winter. It is natural and doesn’t have any side-effect. To save your lips from cracking and peeling off, take a look… Natural Lip Balms For Winter:
Coconut Oil or Milk
This is one of the natural lip balms which is best for dry winters. Apply coconut oil or milk on dry and chapped lips to keep it soft and moisturised.
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Glycerin
A lot of lip balms are made using glycerin. It moisturises the skin and also softens it. Moreover, glycerin also helps get pink lips naturally.
Olive Oil
You can apply olive oil not just on your lips but also on your face to keep it soft and moisturised. Olive oil helps get baby soft skin.
Honey
Mix honey with lemon and scrub on the face. It is one of the homemade scrubs which removes dead skin cells and also exfoliates it. If you have chapped and dyr lips, massage with honey as it is a natural moisturiser.
Butter
Applying butter is one of the best ways to prevent chapped and dry cracked lips during winter. Apply butter and massage before going to bed.
Ghee
Massage your lips with ghee to make them pink and soft. It is one of the natural ways to prevent dry and chapped lips during winters.
Milk Cream
This is a grandma’s trick to ensure that you have soft, pink and glowing lips during winter.
3 Neem Oil Uses For Skin That Will Have You Hooked On This New Natural Beauty Must-Have
2014 August 20. | Szerző: shannon
When I was small, I was terrified of new things and any type of change. When my mother cut off her afro and replaced it with long, thick straight hair, my older sister cried first, spiraling me to come out of my bedroom and sob in unison with her — to be honest, I actually thought she was a new mom and didn’t understand that our hairdresser merely changed her hair type and not my mother. When my parents got a new car, I followed my father around the house, softly sobbing over the change. “But..I loved the yellloooowwwww car!” I’d bawl, wiping my nose on my trusty doll that went everywhere with me. That habit has stuck with me, so when I recently heard about neem oil skin benefits, I was wary to abandon my old faithful oils for something new.
The fear was and is about the loss of something old, it has more to do with not wanting to commit or experience something new that may or may not be as good. Being a natural gal means I had to welcome all that change, not only is trial and error key for natural ingredients, there is always something new that nature has to offer. Ingredients that grow naturally cannot be patented and therefore the incentive to pay for research on many of our fave essential oils is non-existent. For a natural routine, trust and research is another important factor.
Take the aforementioned neem oil for instance: This essential oil has been around for thousands of years, but has just recently become popular in European and American beauty care. Neem is an evergreen tree, also known as Indian lilac, the oil is made from crushing and pressing the kernels. Neem is definitely an oil that you should take a chance on; it’s anti-bacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-viral — all the things that make for a rejuvenating, cleansing experience. The natural fatty acids, vitamin E, and anti-inflammatory properties are so extraordinary that few pimples and acne scars will survive a beauty routine with neem. In fact, synthetic forms of linolenic acid are often used in OTC beauty products because the acid is known the offset signs of premature aging and acne: Neem is naturally high in these Omega-6 fatty acids.
Let’s talk oil safety before we jump right in: Like most essential oils, neem oil needs to be diluted with your fave carrier oil and shouldn’t be applied liberally on its own to your hair, skin, face, or gums. It’s incredibly potent. In addition, raw neem oil smells like a mustard and garlic sandwich. It’s really gross. But the amount of healthy benefits in unprocessed neem is no joke, so plug your nose and get to it. These recipes below are safe and have some nicely scented ingredients to get rid of any hesitance about trying out a new, brilliant oil.
1. Skin Toner
I’m always on the hunt for ingredients to add to my toner which is usually 100% lemon juice. During the summer it’s NBD, but my face does not need to be rockin’ an astringent in the winter. Neem oil can lighten acne scars and other dark spots from our face that show up after our summer tan leaves. The oil is soothing and healing, which is exactly what my personal toner was missing. Add a few drops of essential neem oil to lemon juice for a true brightening experience.
2. Anti-Aging Serum
Those highly coveted fatty acids, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties are all present in neem, plus it’s rich in vitamin E which is a proven ingredient in reversing sun damage and keeping away free radicals. Here is what I’m currently using around my eyes to make sure I have an AARP card before I ever use the words “crow’s feet” to describe my skin. Use this treatment twice daily for best results.
1 teaspoon of jojoba oil
1 teaspoon of orange peel
3-4 drops of neem essential oil
If you are making a batch of this serum, instead of for one time use, shown above, store in a dark container to prevent turning. Think neem oil smells already? Wait until it goes bad…
3. Bacne Spritz
A few weeks ago I happened to catch sight of my back in my reflection in the mirror. I had to get a closer look. “Whose back is that!?” I asked myself. Apparently, my back did not have a fun summer and I have the scars to prove it. This caused me to changed out of my backless shirt and immediately look into a nice evening spritz that could lighten scars and fix my back’s attitude. If you only have a clear spray bottle, do not fret, you can paint it with black nail polish like I did. Fill up your spray bottle with 2 parts apple cider vinegar, one part neem oil, and one part grape seed oil.
This remedy can also be used to fight serious infections and heal skin lesions, yes, that means it’s very serious! Definitely do a test strip on the inside of your arm to be sure this remedy isn’t too extreme for your bacne needs.
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