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Acne Treatment
Acne Treatment Thanks to advances in medicine and understanding, acne treatment is easy to find today. Almost every type of acne can be treated with relative ease. There are a few facts to remember when looking for acne treatment. Acne Treatment...
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Sensitive Skin - How to Take Care of Sensitive Skin, Naturally
Sensitive Skin - How to Take Care of Sensitive Skin, Naturally
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Sun Rays: Harmful or Beneficial?
The argument never stops.
Human skin has special cells, melanocytes. These cells provide natural, built-in sun protection. You can see it in action each time you tan. Melanocytes produce dark brown substance, called melanin, which does not allow sun rays to penetrate deep into the skin layers as it would be damaging. At the same time sun light stimulates cell generation, skin becomes thicker, and therefore more resistant to UV rays. Turns out the sun is actually good for the skin.
Well... People with fair skin don't have enough melanin producing cells, their sun protection mechanism is not strong, and these people get sun burns pretty quickly. UV rays have a very strong biological effect, they can damage protein molecules and even alter genetic material causing healthy cells become malignant. So tanning is bad.
Could say so, but... Sun energy is good for health. Increased blood flow to the skin stimulates cell regeneration, helps to fight acne, smooth scars and minor skin imperfections. Sun light is a necessary factor for Vitamin D production. Sun stimulates immune system and makes us feel happier and healthier.
So where is the truth? As always, in the middle.
Human body needs sun, but at the same time it must be protected. To make contacts with sun enjoyable (as they should be), remember: - The most dangerous sun is between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. - Sun rays penetrate glass windows, so being in the sunny spot inside your house or while driving is just as dangerous as being outside. - Don't be deceived by cold weather or clouds: clouds let UV rays through, and UV radiation is not felt as heat. - Water won't prevent sunburns as the harmful rays can penetrate water three feet deep.
Wearing sunblock at all times is the best thing you can do for your skin. Apply it 20-30 minutes before going outside so that the lotion absorbs and starts working. People with lighter skin should take extra precautions: wear hats, avoid direct sun exposure, use sunblock with a higher SPF and reapply it more often (remember, your skin does not have a strong sun protection mechanism, so it needs your help).
UV exposure is a major factor of premature skin aging. Sun rays are able to penetrate deep into the skin,
dehydrate it and damage collagen tissues. Free radical damage may not stop there. Free radicals, the unstable molecules that appear during sun exposure, can damage healthy cells and lead to cancer.
Skin has a wonderful ability to repair itself and fight off the damage, but it needs proper nutrition to be able to do it effectively.
To help your skin repair itself more successfully, use products that contain antioxidans able to halt the destructive activity of free radicals.
Vitamin C, when applied topically, not only neutralizes free radicals, it boosts skin's ability to repair itself after the sun damage (American Academy of Dermatology, 2002 meeting). It is also shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and help to maintain an even skin tone.
Coenzyme Q10 is another powerful antioxidant. It is found in beef, fish, grains, eggs, beans, and spinach. Human body makes its own CoQ10, but the production declines with age. Coenzyme Q10 has exceptional antioxidant properties. Studies show that it can effectively counteract free radical damage and provide significant protection against UVA-induced depletion of cell membrane. In other words, it will prevent damage to collagen and elastin production and help you avoid wrinkles.
Omega-3 fatty acid (alpha-linolenic acid) is essential for healthy looking skin. Some studies suggest that it may inhibit cancer. Fish oil and many plant oils (canola, flaxseed, hemp, soybean) are rich in this acid. In cosmetics it is present either as a constituent of another ingredient (for example: Emu oil) or by itself.
Vitamins E helps to prevent skin dryness and protects against environmental factors and free radical damage. It is used in creams and lotions that relieve skin redness after sun exposure.
So stock up with skin armoring lotions, enjoy your summer and keep your skin safe and beautiful. And if you would like to have a bronze tan all over, get one in a bottle.
About the Author
Natalie Katsman is a co-founder of http://www.natural-aid.com, where you can find fine quality aloe vera products for beauty and well-being and subscribe to HealthySkin Newsletter filled with beauty tips, recipes and information on herbal healing, skin care and cosmetic chemistry.
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Acne.org |
Information on acne, medications and treatment of scars. Includes a regimen for keeping skin clear. |
www.acne.org |
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AcneNet |
Dermatologist-reviewed information about acne, which lets people know that today virtually every case of acne can be resolved. |
www.skincarephysicians.com |
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What is Acne? |
Information about the different types of acne lesions and what causes acne to develop. |
www.skincarephysicians.com |
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Questions and Answers About Acne |
Illustrated information on causes of acne skin lesions, and tips and information on common treatments, their side effects, and current research. |
www.niams.nih.gov |
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Acne Resource Center |
Acne, Nutrition, Research on Acne and Important Tips for Getting Acne Free. |
www.acne-resource.org |
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Acne - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
Acne is a group of skin rashes that have different causes. Acne vulgaris - most commonly experienced around puberty, typically of the face and ... |
en.wikipedia.org |
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Acne vulgaris - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
Different types of Acne Vulgaris: A: Cystic acne on the face, B: ... The vernacular term bacne or backne is often used to indicate acne found specifically ... |
en.wikipedia.org |
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MedlinePlus: Acne |
From the National Institutes of Health; Questions and Answers about Acne (National Institute of ... Select services and providers for Acne in your area. ... |
www.nlm.nih.gov |
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MedlinePlus Interactive Tutorials: Acne |
Acne. Start Tutorial. Starts multimedia presentation with questions. Requires Flash Player. Download Flash. download button for flash player. ... |
www.nlm.nih.gov |
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Acne Treatment by AcneHelper.com |
Resource for acne treatments and prevention. Learn tips and techniques to stop pimples, zits and blackheads for good. |
www.acnehelper.com |
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Acne |
Acne Creative bring brands to life through advertising, design and product ... Commercials, music videos and other film formats are made by Acne Film. ... |
www.acne.se |
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Acne Jeans |
About · Collection · Acne Studios · Contact · Press/Retailer · Work at Acne Jeans · Newsletter · Shop (EU). Copyright © Acne Jeans. |
www.acnejeans.com |
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Acne |
If you're almost a teen, chances are pretty good that you have some acne. About 8 in 10 preteens and teens have acne, along with many adults. |
www.kidshealth.org |
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Acne - treatment and causes of pimples and blackheads |
What are the causes of acne and which skin treatments are most effective - BUPA health information factsheet. |
hcd2.bupa.co.uk |
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Natural Acne Treatment Information |
Acne and Diet · The Risks and Side Effects of Prescription Acne Medications ... This is a great jumping off point for natural acne treatments. ... |
www.absoluteacneinfo.com |
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ASG www.stopspots.org ! | Index Acne, Pimples, Blackheads, Zits ... |
Information and support on acne, including top ten tips, beauty tips and problems. |
www.stopspots.org |
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Acne.net - Acne & Skin Treatment Resource |
Introduction to several forms of acne and some available treatments, by a dermatologist and medical school professor. |
www.acne.net |
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Acne.com - Acne Treatment Information |
Acne.com - Acne Treatment Information. Your source for Acne information on the web. Learn more about what causes acne and how you can fight acne. |
www.acne.com |
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Acne – Complete medical information regarding acne and its ... |
Complete medical explanation produced by doctors regarding acne, its causes, myths of causes, treatment on your own, and treatment by doctors. |
www.medicinenet.com |
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AAD - Acne |
Acne is a skin condition which has plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), inflamed pimples (pustules), and deeper lumps (nodules). |
www.aad.org |
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