At night , whilst we sleep ,the skin cells divide twice as quickly and it is then that the skin performs most of its recovery .Regular use of a night cream maximizes the benefits .
During the night Your skin is subject to a lot of water during the day , so it is essential you take good care of at night to help the process of cell regenration .This is when the cells at the deeper layers come through and transform into surface cells ,rich in keratin.
Night creams Opt for a night cream that is more nourishing and hydrating than your day cream .The day cream works as defence against the environment and the night cream acts as regenerator . Go for the formulas rich in essential fatty acids that nourish the hydro-lypidic film .Creams containing vitamins A ,C and E combat free radicals . For the best results , it is important to respect the biologica rhythm of your skin :the best time for applying night-time skincare is before midnight .
>Lack of sleep is immediately visible in the skin ,in the skin form of dullness , lines and dark rings .
>Never skimp on your night-time ritual of cleansing , toning and nourishing and night cream .Drink a long glass of water before you go to sleep and anther one immediately on waking .
*At night help your skin to rechange its batteries by using a night cream or blam .
*Get enough sleep .Your skin needs it .
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Try thalasso-therapy
Beauty may be skin deep but it also comes from the deep -the sea .Let's look at the properties found in seaweed ,which literally swims in marine goodness .
* A seaweed bath is a pure luxury worth indulging in .
* Famous for its relaxant properties ,brown shore seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum) is an excellent as a cure for stress .
* Californian blue seaweed ( Spirula maxima ) combats fatigue and
slows down cellular ageing .
The virtues of seaweed
Seaweed plays an important role in natural beauty care .This versatile marine plant contains a high concentration of salt ,minerals ,vitamins and trace elements . Our own fluid organs ( blood .lymph ,plasma )contain properties very similar to those found in seaweeds. Among the most interesting seaweeds are Ulva undaria and Porphyra ,full of exceptional powers to combat free radicals and helpful in promoting a velvet skin ; then there is Sanguinea delestria ,rich in vitamins A and K ,and particularly effective in hydration .The regular use of seaweeds in the form of creams or masks provides a preventative and curative action against ageing for the skin .
Thalassotherapy and its role in your regime
For protecting the skin against the hazards of modern living ( stress ,pollution etc .) nothing beats a truly iodized rest .If you want to rediscover your beauty ,lissomness and ' joie de vivre ' then give yourself a thalassotherapy break . It is a completely natural cure while combines many benefit of the sea and rejuvenates both mind and body .The star of the show is seawater ,rich in trace elements (chlorine ,sodium ,magnesium ,calcium etc .),which ,in a bath , penetrates into the body through the skin .For best results the seawater should be heated to a temperature of 32 to 33 c (60 to 62 f) .If at all possible ,take two or three short cures every year - this will have the sane effect as a mini facelift .
* A seaweed bath is a pure luxury worth indulging in .
* Famous for its relaxant properties ,brown shore seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum) is an excellent as a cure for stress .
* Californian blue seaweed ( Spirula maxima ) combats fatigue and
slows down cellular ageing .
The virtues of seaweed
Seaweed plays an important role in natural beauty care .This versatile marine plant contains a high concentration of salt ,minerals ,vitamins and trace elements . Our own fluid organs ( blood .lymph ,plasma )contain properties very similar to those found in seaweeds. Among the most interesting seaweeds are Ulva undaria and Porphyra ,full of exceptional powers to combat free radicals and helpful in promoting a velvet skin ; then there is Sanguinea delestria ,rich in vitamins A and K ,and particularly effective in hydration .The regular use of seaweeds in the form of creams or masks provides a preventative and curative action against ageing for the skin .
Thalassotherapy and its role in your regime
For protecting the skin against the hazards of modern living ( stress ,pollution etc .) nothing beats a truly iodized rest .If you want to rediscover your beauty ,lissomness and ' joie de vivre ' then give yourself a thalassotherapy break . It is a completely natural cure while combines many benefit of the sea and rejuvenates both mind and body .The star of the show is seawater ,rich in trace elements (chlorine ,sodium ,magnesium ,calcium etc .),which ,in a bath , penetrates into the body through the skin .For best results the seawater should be heated to a temperature of 32 to 33 c (60 to 62 f) .If at all possible ,take two or three short cures every year - this will have the sane effect as a mini facelift .
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Explore the power of water
Although not quite the same as using freshly-collected rainwater ,water therapy is nonetheless effective in replenishing thirsty skin .Clever use of mineral water will give your skin a real home cure .
Thermal springs in a bottle
Hard ,calcareous water is bad for the skin .If you have sensitive or easily irritated skin you should resort to nature for your daily skin care .Ranges of thermal and mineral waters contain trace elements ,although each water has different properties .
Natural benefits are intensified ,some time by as ten times ,by the cosmetic additives in thermal water .
>Using a mineral-water atomizer is still the best way to achieve freshness .Simply substitute for your usual toner .It can also be used after applying make-up to fix and prolong its wear .Or ,spray on any time of the day when you need to add a little freshness to your skin .
>Hold the spray about 20 cm (8in)away from your face ,spray , then leave to act for two to three minutes before drying .This is an ideal way to maintain the hydration of your skin .
Once you accept that hydration is one of the shin's most basic needs ,it should no longer seem an extravagance to give yourself a home spa.
Good use of water therapy
The best way to retain water in the cutaneous tissues remains the application of a water-therapy treatment directly onto the skin .There are nomerous formulas available and they have been produced with the express purpose of aiding the cell renewal of body and skin .Apply as you would an ordinary spray atomizer to cleanse or simply refresh the face ;then leave to dry naturally in the air ; finally blotting with a paper tissue .This will leave a protective film on the skin and feeling of total comfort .Used in the evening as a relaxant or in the morning as a toner ,water therapl is a friend to your skin.
>If you suffer from rosacea ,apply a soothing thermal or water compress directly onto your face .
* Thermal water treatments enliven the complexion .
* Water therapy also contains hydrating agents that help to counteract
dryness .
* The composition of thermal water is very close to the skin's own .
Thermal springs in a bottle
Hard ,calcareous water is bad for the skin .If you have sensitive or easily irritated skin you should resort to nature for your daily skin care .Ranges of thermal and mineral waters contain trace elements ,although each water has different properties .
Natural benefits are intensified ,some time by as ten times ,by the cosmetic additives in thermal water .
>Using a mineral-water atomizer is still the best way to achieve freshness .Simply substitute for your usual toner .It can also be used after applying make-up to fix and prolong its wear .Or ,spray on any time of the day when you need to add a little freshness to your skin .
>Hold the spray about 20 cm (8in)away from your face ,spray , then leave to act for two to three minutes before drying .This is an ideal way to maintain the hydration of your skin .
Once you accept that hydration is one of the shin's most basic needs ,it should no longer seem an extravagance to give yourself a home spa.
Good use of water therapy
The best way to retain water in the cutaneous tissues remains the application of a water-therapy treatment directly onto the skin .There are nomerous formulas available and they have been produced with the express purpose of aiding the cell renewal of body and skin .Apply as you would an ordinary spray atomizer to cleanse or simply refresh the face ;then leave to dry naturally in the air ; finally blotting with a paper tissue .This will leave a protective film on the skin and feeling of total comfort .Used in the evening as a relaxant or in the morning as a toner ,water therapl is a friend to your skin.
>If you suffer from rosacea ,apply a soothing thermal or water compress directly onto your face .
* Thermal water treatments enliven the complexion .
* Water therapy also contains hydrating agents that help to counteract
dryness .
* The composition of thermal water is very close to the skin's own .
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Find Out The Virtues Of Fruit
Strawberries ,apples and grapes-fruit-based cosmetics are all the rage .Face masks or creams using fruit acids are part of nature's treasure .Your skin will love you if you use them .
Multi-tasking molecules
AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids or fruit acids) have revolutionized the cosmetic industry. Extracts of apple ,sugar cane or whey are low-density moisturizers and powerful exfoliators .They play a two-pronged role ,hydrating the dry outer layer of skin whilst cleansing it and stimulating cell renewal .They are highly effective in removing the dead layer of skin and introducing a healthy new glow to your face .Studies have shown that AHAs production of collagen and can help your skin to retain its elasticity .
Using AHAs properly
Fruit acids can be found in many moisturizers .Enjoy a course of treatment lasting three months and wait a few weeks before embarking on another one .AHAs are also available in masks and give your skin an instant boost .Before you go out in the sun ,apply a total sunscreen to your face if using fruit acid products .They can make your skin more sensitive to the sun by thinning the top layer of skin .
Multi-tasking molecules
AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids or fruit acids) have revolutionized the cosmetic industry. Extracts of apple ,sugar cane or whey are low-density moisturizers and powerful exfoliators .They play a two-pronged role ,hydrating the dry outer layer of skin whilst cleansing it and stimulating cell renewal .They are highly effective in removing the dead layer of skin and introducing a healthy new glow to your face .Studies have shown that AHAs production of collagen and can help your skin to retain its elasticity .
Using AHAs properly
Fruit acids can be found in many moisturizers .Enjoy a course of treatment lasting three months and wait a few weeks before embarking on another one .AHAs are also available in masks and give your skin an instant boost .Before you go out in the sun ,apply a total sunscreen to your face if using fruit acid products .They can make your skin more sensitive to the sun by thinning the top layer of skin .
Monday, January 14, 2008
Healthy Drinking
Maintaining a healthy balance of fluids is alwary essential ,especially when you consider that the body is make up of 80 per cent water ,but when detoxing it is particularly important to increase your intake of fluid to help cleanse the system and flush out any impurities .
Fruit juices : These can be drunk in addition to the recommended quantity of water .If buying pre-packed ,check the label that it is pure ,unsweetened juice and not the variety made up in water from fruit pulp . Better still ,if you have a juicer make your own .
Apple juice
275g(10oz) or 2 medium-sized hard apples
There is no need to peel the apple ,simply chop it up roughly and pop the pieces into the juice .Rich in vitamin C ,this is an excellent liver and kidney cleanser and assists the growth and development of a healthy nervous system.
Water : You aim must be to drink at least 1.75 litres (3 pints) of water a day .That may seem a lot and likely to cause several unscheduled visits to the loo, but after several days the body will adjust .And if drinking plain water becomes a little boring , try adding lemon ,lime ,honey or ginger to flavour it .
Herbal teas: Echinacea and fenugreek are reputedly the best.
Dandelion coffee : Available from health food shops ,this is sometimes drunk as an alternative to coffee.
Home-made fruit juices to try
If you have a juicer , you can make your own fresh juice using any of the following fruits :
Fruit juices : These can be drunk in addition to the recommended quantity of water .If buying pre-packed ,check the label that it is pure ,unsweetened juice and not the variety made up in water from fruit pulp . Better still ,if you have a juicer make your own .
Apple juice
275g(10oz) or 2 medium-sized hard apples
There is no need to peel the apple ,simply chop it up roughly and pop the pieces into the juice .Rich in vitamin C ,this is an excellent liver and kidney cleanser and assists the growth and development of a healthy nervous system.
Water : You aim must be to drink at least 1.75 litres (3 pints) of water a day .That may seem a lot and likely to cause several unscheduled visits to the loo, but after several days the body will adjust .And if drinking plain water becomes a little boring , try adding lemon ,lime ,honey or ginger to flavour it .
Herbal teas: Echinacea and fenugreek are reputedly the best.
Dandelion coffee : Available from health food shops ,this is sometimes drunk as an alternative to coffee.
Home-made fruit juices to try
If you have a juicer , you can make your own fresh juice using any of the following fruits :
- Apple
- Grapes
- Grapefruit
- Lemon
- Limes
- Mango
- Melon
- Papaya
- Peaches
- Pears
- Pineapple
- Strawberries
- Watermelon
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Exercise and Relaxation
Exercise is the ideal way to get body system going and to increase the metabolic rate .Some exercise are better suited to the detox programme then others.
Walking
Gentle and easy ,walking stimulates the heart ,lungs ,muscles and mind .Begin with 10-15 minutes each day ,gradually building up to 30 minutes .Walk fast enough to work up slight sweat .
Swimming
Swimming works most of the major muscle groups and is an excellent aerobic exercise .Check if there are any classes at your local pool.
Cycling
This is one of the best types of exercise for building muscular endurance and toning up leg muscles .If you don't own a real bike ,the same benefits can be derived from an exercise bike - a good reason to join a local gym !
If you haven't exercised for a while :
Walking
Gentle and easy ,walking stimulates the heart ,lungs ,muscles and mind .Begin with 10-15 minutes each day ,gradually building up to 30 minutes .Walk fast enough to work up slight sweat .
Swimming
Swimming works most of the major muscle groups and is an excellent aerobic exercise .Check if there are any classes at your local pool.
Cycling
This is one of the best types of exercise for building muscular endurance and toning up leg muscles .If you don't own a real bike ,the same benefits can be derived from an exercise bike - a good reason to join a local gym !
If you haven't exercised for a while :
- Don't exercise too strenuously to begin with - overtired muscles create waste products and put a strain on the lymphatic system .
- Whatever exercise you decide to do ,begin slowly and then build up gradually.
- Don't push yourself too hard.
- Try to find an exercise that frees the mind .
- Don't choose something you don't like - remember exercise should be enjoyable.
Bouncing
Bouncing on a'mini trampoline' for 5-15 minutes daily is perfect for helping to drain the lymphatic system.
Housework
It's official - a vigorous burst of housework can be as a trip to the gym ,and scrubbing the floor burns up 400 calories an hour ! So if you are concerned that your house is getting neglected while you are on the programme ,you could always integrate housework as one form of exercise .The secret is to do a job in half the time you would normally take ,putting maximum amount of effort in !
Exercise is good for you and it should also be fun .Set some time aside to enjoy an invigorating bike ride or play some favourite music and bounce on a mini trampoline in time with the rhythm.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Planning What Can Eat
By changing your eating habits and eating healthy foods regularly,your energy levels will be maintained throughout the day ,you will feel more alert and you will not be piling on extra pounds with that mid-morning chocolate bar.
The detox programme is not a diet and so you should serve yourself adequate helpings that each day should include :
The detox programme is not a diet and so you should serve yourself adequate helpings that each day should include :
- Three portions of vegetables
- Three portions of fruit
- Three portions of salad
- One portion of non-dairy yogurt ,cheese or milk
- Two portions of nuts or fish
- One portion of brown rice
The above list may seem a little daunting to you ,especially if you generally skip breakfast ,grab a quick sandwich for lunch and perhaps rustle up a shepherd's pie for supper.
The best advice when it comes to planning your daily eating schedule is to draw up some menus a week in advance so that you will know what you are eating for breakfast ,lunch and dinner on each of the days ahead .
Methods of cooking
If cooking is not your forte,then you will love the detox programme because there is practically no cooking involved ! In general ,the less food is heated ,the more nutrients it will retain .Of course ,there are exceptions ,such as fish which must be thoroughly cooked .If you prefer your vegetables slightly cooked, then avoid boiling ,slow-cooking or frying them ; use other methods ,such as stir frying ,grilling or just pop them into the microwave-these are far tastier and less likely to impair the natural the natural flavour and nutrients in the food.
While on the programme make sure each day you;
- Drink a cup of hot water containing lemon or lime juice each morning
- Drink at least 1.75 litres (3 pints) of water
- Take two liver tonics
- Take two kidney tonics
- Take a kelp supplement
- Take a multivitamin supplement for the first 15day
- Eat three meals a day
- Eat one portion of rice (preferably brown short grain)
- Eat three portions of vegetables (one of which should be raw)
- Eat three portions of fruit
- Eat three portions of fresh salad
- Eat one portion of a non-dairy product
Calorie Intake
All foods contained calories which are a measure of the amount of energy contained in that particular food .The number of calories your body requires each day largely depends on your age ,lifestyle ,etc .The general consensus is that the average woman needs approximately 1600 calories per day .If the calorie intake is reduced to lower than 1000 ,then the body is not getting enough to function properly and will begin to go into starvation mode.
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