Number 1 Skin Care

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Have you been searching for natural herbal acne cures or trying to find a gentle dermabrasion for acne scar removal? Well, look no further. Read on to learn the secret on how to find natural remedies for acne; that are chemical free, yet effective enough to deliver the results you want. Many people are battling both acne breakouts and acne scars from older breakouts… it seems to be a never ending task.

The main reason for acne breakouts excess bacteria and oil production – which clog up hair follicles and pores just below the skin’s surface. So it sounds simple, just keep the skin clean – right? However the problem is many acne face wash products and scar removal products are so harsh and over drying, that you wind up irritating the skin and promoting even more oil production, which leads to more breakouts and acne scars!

So the key is to find an acne wash and cleansing gel that is pH balanced, organic, and contains plant/herbal and botanical extracts. It should be gentle enough to help heal the skin, while strong enough to kill acne causing bacteria without irritation.

Skin care specialists have confirmed that salicylic acid is one of the best ingredients (powerful enough, yet still gentle) to dissolve clogged pores and reduce excess oils, whiteheads and blackheads. It can also help to minimize pores and wrinkles/fine lines, and stimulate collagen production. Nice side effect!

Dermabrasion Acne Scar Removal

Well, salicylic acid is also very effective in thinning out thick, raised scars and fading red/blotchy acne scars. Use this combined with a good dermabrasion scar removal cream and you can have professional results for much less cost in your own home. But again, it’s important that your dermabrasion cream is also gentle or even better organic. Acne prone, scarred damaged skin is very sensitive and must be treated gently. A good dermabrasion cream can also be used to heal sun damaged, uneven skin tone, and reduce fine lines by lightly exfoliating the top layers of your skin with tiny abrasive microspheres.

Regular use of a good organic dermabrasion cream will leave your skin feeling smooth, soft, clean and shiny – while preparing it to absorb your favorite anti-aging creams – allowing for even better results. The best way to use a dermabrasion cream is to apply it on clean dry skin and buff in a circular motion using the tips of the fingers. Then rinse well and follow with an oil free moisturizer or even better a sebum regulating moisturizer to control oil production and future breakouts.

In addition to using an organic dermabrasion cream for acne scars, make sure your cream contains specific plant and herb extracts that especially helpful for acne prone skin including:

* Rosemary Extract
* Sage & Yarrow
* Sea Kelp
* Chamomile

Research shows plant/herbal and botanical extracts are powerful enough to get good results without over drying or irritating acne prone skin leading to more blotches and red spots. The key to successfully treating acne prone or acne scarred skin is finding a product that is gentle, yet powerful enough to reduce acne breakouts and thin/fade out scarring.

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We are all taught that to have attractive skin we need to first determine what type of skin we have and to properly wash and moisturize our faces accordingly. However, another very important step in maintaining clean, toned skin is to use an astringent skin toner between washing and moisturizing your face.

Astringents are commonly referred to as toners and are basically used to remove oils and tighten the skin. Natural ingredients, such as green tea, witch hazel, calendula, chamomile, yarrow, nettles, sage oil and avocado oil, are the basis for a great number of the most gentle and effective astringents. Sometimes alcohol-based astringents are used to cleanse oily skin, but these can prove to be excessively drying and strip the skin of essential oils it needs for maximum health.

A truly effective astringent skin toner should improve the circulation to skin tissues and cause them to tighten, control surface oil and lower the skin’s pH after cleansing. The toner also prepares your skin by removing all traces of leftover makeup and opening the pores prior to applying moisturizer. You can determine what type of astringent to choose based upon your skin type and needs. An astringent can be used to calm and soothe irritated skin, promote healing and remove excess oils to prevent potential blackheads and blemishes, as well as to firm the skin to minimize the appearance of wrinkles, prevent sagging tissues and improve the appearance of the skin overall,

First, your should wash your face with a gentle cleanser that is suitable for your skin type, whether dry, normal, combination, oily or sensitive. Avoid harsh cleaners or soaps which could strip the skin, especially since you will get that extra cleansing step from applying an astringent. Dry your face with a soft, clean towel, preferably made from natural materials. Use a cotton ball or soft tissue to apply toner to your face with gentle strokes, first on your t-zone and then lightly on your cheeks. Let the astringent dry on the surface of your skin and then apply moisturizer. You will find that your skin seems more receptive to the moisturizer and absorbs it more quickly. Also, using a toner inhibits surface skin oil and prevents breakouts. This three step cleansing process should be done twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening.

Daily use of an astringent skin toner helps to make your skin more clean, clear and healthy. By tightening your skin and removing surface oils and bacteria, you can dramatically improve your complexion.

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You can keep yourself looking fresh and beautiful by means of a good skin care routine. Make sure that any products you buy to help you with your skin care issues are suitable for your own skin type and your own needs. Check the labels and information online regarding any treatments and products that you see available, and see what they do and how they do it via their active ingredients in order to be sure they will work for you.

By maintaining a good skin care routine you will be able to maintain your fresh look much better. Be sure that any makeup is cleaned away each night, and that a moisturizer is applied.

In the morning, before applying any more products to your skin, ensure that any detritus from the previous evening is removed and your skin is clean and clear. Unless you are going out, avoid heavy makeup that will clog pores and lead to more skin issues. Fake tan can be very bad for your skin condition, as well as making you look like some kind of overgrown fruit, so best avoid that too!

Try and keep your skin treatment and makeup routines simple and natural. If you overdo it with skin products you may risk adverse effects, and similarly if you overdo it with beauty products, you may find that your skin care routine is invalidated.

There are simple things to remember- check the ingredients on any product you choose so you know you won’t have an allergic reaction, and choose products that are gentle than abrasive. They key to beautiful skin is the same now as it has been for a long time – keep yourself clean of dirt and the build-up of makeup, moisturize and generally keep up with good skin care advice. Stay natural and beautiful, the right way.