Healing Dry Sensitive Skin

The reason why coconut oil is used in skin care is due to the ability of coconut oil to break down harmful free radicals in the body, which prematurely age the skin and destroy the underlying tissues. With acne, aging, sensitive and couperose skins, the skin tissue requires as much protection as possible. Remember that Coconut oil is rich in capric and lauric acid, which are 2 antimicrobial agents that can actually help acne!

Here’s a really helpful article from Essential U. We hear about “non-comedogenic” ingredients all the time, but do you know what “non-comedogenic” really means, and what the implications are for your skin type? It’s not totally straightforward. For instance, individual ingredients behave differently when they are combined with each other. And that’s only one of the factors to consider. Check out the article to learn more.

The average human generates a new layer of skin every two to four weeks. Exfoliation removes the outer layer or the dead skin cells to reveal the newer skin beneath. This shedding of the outer layer (exfoliation) helps to unclogs pores, keeps skin clean, and reduce acne breakouts.

Here’s a good article about exfoliation. I prefer to use a natural exfoliant, and am not a fan of chemical peels. However, I do exfoliate twice a week. Gentle does it, is the rule! Here is more on how to exfoliate.

The truth is, losing weight doesn’t come down to dieting. It comes down to making a healthy life change in terms of our eating that will fuel both mind and body. Cherie Calbom, better known as the Juice Lady, has found through research that a live food lifestyle is one of the most beneficial diet changes we can make for ourselves. Her new book, Living Foods Revolution explains the benefits of “live” foods backed by scientific research.

Now that summer is coming, it’s easier to eat more salads (with dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, of course, and other raw foods. If you need inspiration, The Juice Lady is full of it. More about the raw revolution here. Enjoy!

HEALTH is wealth. Even if your schedule is tight, 15 minutes a day with the Power Plate my3 can increase your fitness level.

This compact machine can be used at home and is suitable for users of all ages and fitness levels. Using the principles of Acceleration Training, the my3 stimulates the body’s natural response to vibration as it sends waves of energy through the body, activating contractions of the muscle multiple times per second. This gives the body a good workout.

I’ve used a TurboSonic vibration platform for years. A friend has one and lets me drop by every day. It’s marvelous. Highly recommended. I have friends who have seen chronic conditions fade away once they got started. Great for the overall energy level, too.

Today feels like a great day to slow things down a little and add a few more pleasureable less rushed moments into the day.

By remembering the wonderful “Art of Pausing” we can take a moment to adjust the speed of our day, sink and relax into the here and now, and create a more sustaining flow to our day.

Here’s my take on the wonderful art of pausing.   Think before we speak.  Breathe before we react.  Rest before with exhaust ourselves. Voila!   C’est tout.

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Check out the post for simple tips on how to have a wonderful day.
And, of course, everything we do to keep those stress hormones in check adds to our beauty by slowing the loss of collagen and preventing wrinkles from forming.

After all, drinking plenty of high quality water is one of the cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle. If you care about your health, it’s important to make sure that you are choosing the best water possible. So what are the healthier alternatives to tap water? What type of water is really best water to drink?

There is good advice in this post. Their recommendation – a reverse osmosis filter. Many people advocate distilled water (Dr. David Williams, for instance.) Whatever way you go, good hydration is absolutely vital for healthy skin. But some people say you can deal with extra dry skin just by drinking more water. This articleExtra Dry Skin- Does Drinking More Water Help lays out the basics.

Now is the time to get acquainted with them: although they’re in season from January to August, mangoes peak in May and June.

I just love mangos, and we are moving into prime time for them. I’m also researching mango butter, a natural emollient from the kernel of the fruit. It feels wonderful on the skin. More to come on this.

How we have viewed the appearance of a man is beginning to change. Not only are men dabbling more with hair products and hair styles, more men are getting manicures and pedicures as well. In fact, they are even removing their body hair that used to be considered “manly.” Men have also started looking into cosmetics and beginning to wear makeup on a regular basis.

What do you think? Probably not lipstick or mascara. It’s definitely manly to moisturize, I’d say. But where is the metro-sexual thing going? Are you ready to share your cosmetics with your man?

Toners are meant to remove all remaining traces of oil, makeup and dirt. Always choose a mild and alcohol-free toner. Harsh toners dehydrate skin due to which skin may become oilier. Rosewater is the best natural toner. It helps to keep skin fresh and balances the pH levels. People with oily skin can use Witch Hazel as a toner.

If you use witch hazel, be sure it is free of alcohol. Most witch hazel extract contains 14% alcohol, and that is way too much for extra dry skin. I use alcohol-free witch hazel in my natural facial toner, along with organic rose and orange waters, and other botanicals that support healthy, smooth skin. The most immediate benefit of using a toner every day is the reduction in pore size. You should see it right away.