Exercise

Even when the body is really tired, exercise boosts blood circulation� which provides oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles making you feel energized.

Aging Skin

As skin ages, the regeneration of cells becomes slower with breakdown of collagen in the deeper layers of the skin. For this reason, the surface of the skin becomes significantly dryer and less radiant. To boost skin regeneration and to increase the moisture levels, follow a skin care regime to fight signs of maturity.

Exfoliate

Exfoliation should be done at least twice a week. It keeps pores clean, which helps moisturizer penetrate. Avoid natural scrubs with fruit kernels, such as apricot, which can crush and scratch the skin. The most gentle exfoliators are enzyme exfoliators.

Hot Oil Treatment

When you enter the bath, drop in a sealed bottle of oil. When you get out, you will have hot oil that will feel amazing on your skin and provide the ultimate moisturizing treatment. Use liberally all over your body, including your feet.

Firming Cream

A good firming cream will keep skin smooth and soft and alleviate dimpling, the most undesirable cellulite effect. Firming creams also help to detoxify body fluid, aid in slimming and strengthens and repairs connective tissue.

Facial Redness and Rosacea

If you suffer from skin prone to redness� often referred to as Rosacea� you will know that it can affect you both physically and emotionally but there are ways to ease this skin condition. Do not rub� scrub or massage the face�which can irritate the skin and apply all products gently.

Hydrate

Use an all-over body salt scrub to hydrate the skin and get rid of dead skin. Don't forget to hydrate your hair � use a deep conditioning hair treatment, like a hair mask or hot oil.

Time to Shave

If you shave, exfoliate with something along the lines of a scrub first. Then use a shaving product � an oil makes it easier to see where you're shaving. Raid your boyfriend's or husband's medicine cabinet � men's products often provide the best moisture and conditioning. After you shave, moisturize the skin with oil or a body lotion rich in vitamins.

Mini Facial

Bath time is the perfect time to exfoliate and mask, as the products must sit on the skin for 10-15 min. Use an enzyme exfoliator or a fruit enzyme peel. Then apply a fruit active rejuvenating mask to brighten and freshen the complexion.

Sunscreens

Sunscreens play a major role in summer breakouts. We all know the importance of protecting skin from the damaging and aging sunlight; however many sunscreens contain a high oil content and chemical sun filters which add to breakouts. The right sunscreen is essential.

Exfoliate

It's not necessary to wash your face three or four times a day just because it feels oily. It goes back to the idea that the skin needs balance. To avoid scrubbing the skin, use an exfoliator with an AHA. Scrubbing will irritate the skin and may cause an acne breakout.

Oily Skin

Even an oily or acne prone skin types need hydration. Use a night and day cream to help keep the skin hydrated while reducing oil secretion and leaving a matte finish to the skin.

Acne Skin Care

Acne skin care products containing combinations of salicylic acid and glycolic acid can be extremely effective for treating acne.
Do bear in mind that these types of acids can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight. During the summer months these products are best used at night before bed and in combination with SPF of at least 30 during the day.

Problem Skin

Use a cleanser and toner that are designed to gently balance combination skin because using an acne treatment wash can be drying if overused.

Toner

Apply a toner to refresh the skin by removing traces of make-up and dirt, including water residue. Toning balances the PH (or the acidity) of the skin back to a normal level after it's been cleansed.

Eye Mask

Reduce puffiness and relax the eye with an eye mask. Apply the eye mask, and then place a cotton pad soaked in cold water over the top of the eye mask, and sit and relax for ten minutes.

Eye Protection

Harsh factors such as sun exposure to the delicate skin around the eye area cause premature aging and wrinkles. Wearing sunscreen, hats and sunglasses with 100% UVA/UVB will help.

Moisturizers

Moisturizing is great for everyone. A good moisturizer hydrates and plumps the skins cells. If you have dry skin, your moisturizer should be a little heavier and contain more hydrating ingredients such as Vitamin E. If you have oily/combination skin you should use a lighter coverage moisturizer.

Masks

A mask is a great way to tone and tighten the skin. The tightening effect is not long term, but using a mask has many additional benefits as well, such as cleansing pores, removing dirt and dead skin cells and conditioning the skin.

Acne Skin

Acne skin care products containing combinations of salicylic acid and glycolic acid can be extremely effective for treating acne. Do bear in mind that these types of acids can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight. During the summer months these products are best used at night before bed and in combination with SPF of at least 30 during the day.

Sun Protection for Skin

We all know the importance of protecting skin from the damaging and aging sunlight; however many sunscreens contain a high oil content and chemical sun filters which add to breakouts. Choose a sunscreen that will shield the skin with vitamin-rich protiens and extracts. The right sunscreen is essential to your summer skin care regimen.

Problem Skin

Use a cleanser and toner that are designed to gently balance combination skin because using an acne treatment wash can be drying if overused.

Detox the Body

Get to the root of the problem by ridding the body of toxins. A body oil that contains a powerful synergy of detoxifying seabuckthorn, sea fennel, lemon and juniper is an extremely powerful cellulite treatment.

Body Brush

A natural cactus bristle brush can provide great results for cellulite reduction - it increases circulation, improves metabolism, eliminates dead skin cells and helps the body's natural detoxification process.

Drink plenty of water

Reports show that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration is the number one cause of daytime fatigue. One of the single best ways to nourish your skin is to drink plenty of water. Water aids the natural elimination process by flushing unwanted toxins out of the body.

Take Time for You

The holday's are winding down and a new year is upon us. Take some time out for relaxation, meditation and deep breathing. At the end of the day, detach, relax and let it all go. Soak your body in a warm bath. Improve your circulation and increase the elimination of toxins from your skin with a bath synergy soak; this will aid in the body's efforts to sweat out toxins.

Holiday Helping Hand

It's more difficult to keep your hands moisturized, especially in the winter months. Studies have shown that the skin on the hand is much thinner than on many parts of the body. The hands also have fewer oil glands. Cold weather can lead to dry, cracked and itchy skin. Use a moisturizer specificlly for hands to keep hands exceptionally soft.

Winter Suncare

Just because summer is long gone don't say goodbye to sunscreen. Every morning, apply a sunscreen to the skin with an SPF of 15 or more. This will protect the skin from harsh winter elements. To stay hydrated, choose a sunscreen with a moisturizer.

Holiday Slumber

Prepare for the busy holiday season by staying well-rested. This will not only help you deal with the stress but it's also one of the best ways to preserve the health of the skin. When at rest, your body works to repair skin cells, a good night's sleep can help to reduce the appearance of dark circles under the eyes and a dull, sallow complexion.

Minimize Stress

Avoid being overworked or overstretching yourself this holiday season. If necessary cancel a few after work holiday engagements or cut back on the traditional holiday hustle and bustle. If necessary take a day off work to pamper yourself and catch up on much needed R&R. Take a mental health holiday!

Reduce Cholesterol

It's important to monitor your diet closely when trying to reduce cholesterol. Avoid fried foods, fatty foods and dairy products. It's also important to exercise regularly. Regular physical activity may help lower LDL levels, raise HDL levels, reduce excess weight, and improve the fitness of your heart and lungs. If you've been inactive for a long time, start with low to moderate level activities.

Blocked Pores and Blackheads

Blocked pores and blackheads are caused by a build up of external dirt and make-up and internal sebum (oil). When this sebum reaches the skins surface it oxidizes with the air and turns black. This makes the pores very noticeable. To keep the pores clean make sure that you cleanse and tone the face morning and evening.

Toning Lotion

A toning lotion is an essential part of your skin care routine. Your cleanser is designed to sit on the surface of the skin and hold on to the dirt and make-up. Even after rinsing, particles of dirt can still remain on the skin. Also water residues such as sulfates, sodium, chlorine and fluoride can remain on the skin and must be removed with your toning lotion.

Eat Healthy

Eat a healthy� well-balanced diet with plenty of fruits� vegetables� whole grains and lean protein sources. Eat small amounts often to boost metabolism and keep energy levels high. Avoid stimulants such as caffeine as this quick high causes a sag in energy levels and dehydration later on.

Difficult Menopause

Vitamin E is recommended for hot flashes. Soy is also good for women experiencing menopause because it contains special chemicals, known as phytochemicals, which are believed to fight illness and disease. Phytoestrogens, a special kind of phytochemical, appear in high quantities in soy products. These phytoestrogens, a weaker form of our own natural estrogen, seem to help combat the symptoms of menopause. To relieve hot flashes, acupuncture is an effective treatment because it focuses on the kidneys and the heart. Meditation is also excellent.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Find out the facts without immersing in the fear of contracting the disease, and help stem the progression of the disease by checking yourself regularly. Support those who have breast cancer by learning all there is to know about it, and when possible, donate to organizations researching for cures and ways to enhance the lives of breast cancer patients. Fight breast cancer with your lifestyle choices. Choose a lifestyle that has room for exercise and that allows for organic food prepared without additives. Whenever possible, reduce intake of processed and non-natural foods, and participate in non-stressful leisure activities. If you enjoy a cigarette or two, give it up.

TIP OF THE WEEK

Exercise

Aging Skin

Exfoliate

Hot Oil Treatment

Firming Cream

Facial Redness and Rosacea

Hydrate

Time to Shave

Mini Facial

Sunscreens

Exfoliate

Oily Skin

Acne Skin Care

Problem Skin

Toner

Eye Mask

Eye Protection

Moisturizers

Masks

Acne Skin

Sun Protection for Skin

Problem Skin

Detox the Body

Body Brush

Drink plenty of water

Take Time for You

Holiday Helping Hand

Winter Suncare

Holiday Slumber

Minimize Stress

Reduce Cholesterol

Blocked Pores and Blackheads

Toning Lotion

Eat Healthy

Difficult Menopause

Breast Cancer Awareness