Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Discover Trace Elements

We now know that what we eat has a definite effect on the skin ,thanks largely to trace elemment .It is therefore important to ensure you get enough trace element in the form of food or creams .

The role of trace element
Oligotherapy ,as it is called ,uses tiny amounts of mineral substances generally deriving from metals .Cosmetics experts are increasingly turning to this in the development of beauty programmes .It's a sad fact of life that we age every minute ; however ,by activating certain enzymes ,trace elements can help to suppress the cellular oxidation which causes the skin to age .Potassium is known primarily for its diuretic action but is also vita in balancing the hydrous exchanges carried out by the skin.Selenium is good for eliminating free radicals,whilst silicon is important in maintaining the skin's elasticity .Zinc is known for its valuable healing properties and antioxidants.

How to use these treatments
Our bodies are unable to produce micronutrients.So we have to absorb them in the form of food supplements or cosmetic products .The idea of combining interior health care is almost commonplace nowadays:you need only look in your local pharmacy to see the wide range of creams, lotions ,milks and gels.When using these,alwary ensure you follow the instructions carefully .
For additional anti-ageing care you can incorporate trace element with the vitamins A,C,E and B6 to act as synergy.But don't forget that one of the first principles of beauty is good nourishment.Fresh fruit and vegetable,in particular ,constitute excellent sources of trace elements .

>Choose trace elements according to your skin type.
* Oily skin:take zinc to regulate cellular activity and to control the secretion of sebum.
* Oily skin with a tendency to erupt :sulphur is good thanks to its ability to eliminate toxins.
* Tired or stretched-looking skin:take selenium to help combat cellular ageing.
> Be patient when using creams enriched with trace elements.You will need to apply them every day for a minimum of two months before you begin to see results.

KEY FACTS
* Following a health programme incorporating trace elements helps slow down the ageing process.
* Become more beautiful though your diet.
* For best results ,combine internal and external beauty care.

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