•Olive Oil (moisturizes while blocking free radicals)
•Coconut Oil (moisturizes and loaded with antioxidants)
•1 Part Aloe & 1 Part Olive Oil (moisturizes and healing as well)
•Grapeseed Oil - See Review
•Jojoba Oil (helps to balance oil on your skin)
•Sweet Almond Oil (moisturizes and improves the complexion)
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Facial Toners
•Coconut Water (great for hydrating and toning naturally)
•Rosewater (works wonders on dry skin)
•Witch Hazel (cleans, tightens, and tones)
•1 Part Apple Cider Vinegar & 2 Parts Distilled Water (great for acne)
•Green Tea, no sugar (soothing and packed with antioxidants)
•Sake (the kojic acid lightens skin and improves complexion)
•Rosewater (works wonders on dry skin)
•Witch Hazel (cleans, tightens, and tones)
•1 Part Apple Cider Vinegar & 2 Parts Distilled Water (great for acne)
•Green Tea, no sugar (soothing and packed with antioxidants)
•Sake (the kojic acid lightens skin and improves complexion)
Exfoliation
•Sugar and Your Favorite Oil (you can use olive, Grapeseed, etc.)
•Baking Soda and Milk (form a slight paste and rub on skin, then rinse)
•Tomatoes (cut a tomato in half and rub directly on skin, then rinse)
•Cornmeal and Water (form a paste, massage into face, and rinse)
•Wet Terrycloth Washcloth (the easiest and cheapest at-home exfoliator)
•Baking Soda and Milk (form a slight paste and rub on skin, then rinse)
•Tomatoes (cut a tomato in half and rub directly on skin, then rinse)
•Cornmeal and Water (form a paste, massage into face, and rinse)
•Wet Terrycloth Washcloth (the easiest and cheapest at-home exfoliator)
Face Masks
•Honey & Olive Oil Mask - View Recipe
•Yogurt Mask - View Recipe
•Mayonnaise Facial Mask - View Recipe
•Mashed Avocado (leave on for 10 minutes and rinse to get smooth and moisturized skin)
•Mashed Banana (spread on the skin for 20 minutes and rinse for a nourished and firmer skin)
•Yogurt Mask - View Recipe
•Mayonnaise Facial Mask - View Recipe
•Mashed Avocado (leave on for 10 minutes and rinse to get smooth and moisturized skin)
•Mashed Banana (spread on the skin for 20 minutes and rinse for a nourished and firmer skin)
Easy Homemade Skin Care
Skin care products can start to add up once you buy cleansers, face scrub, moisturizer, specialty products, etc. That doesn't even include the products for your body! Well, if you would like to go more "natural" or if your budget is pretty tight, then simply take a look in your kitchen pantry for your skin care needs. Homemade skin care can be quick, easy, affordable, and fun.
STEP 3: LOCK IT DOWN
“Since this was a two hour presentation, we had to make sure that hair could keep its shape and style,” says Sam. He used Brocato Moveable Hold Hair Spray to set all of the models looks.
STEP 2: ON THE SIDE
“Nima’s collection had strong design elements on the right shoulder and we decided that a low ponytail that fell on the left side was a perfect complement to the clothes" says Sam.
“Using a large barrel curling iron, I took different strands of the hair and curled it to give it more volume and texture, “explains Matthew. “I created a deep side part and used a clear elastic to secure the low ponytail.”
To give the ponytail added chic factor, the stylists used strands of the models hair and wrapped it around the elastic.
“Using a large barrel curling iron, I took different strands of the hair and curled it to give it more volume and texture, “explains Matthew. “I created a deep side part and used a clear elastic to secure the low ponytail.”
To give the ponytail added chic factor, the stylists used strands of the models hair and wrapped it around the elastic.
STEP 1: GETTING READY FOR PRIME TIME
“I prepped hair with Brocato Back to the Beach Spray to give it volume,” says Sam. After spritzing the models’ hair with the spray, Sam used a blow dryer to set the wavy look.
Matthew Fugate used dry shampoo to add texture to the models’ hair. “I wanted to dirty it up and give it that ‘I just got out of bed look’,” says Matthew.
Matthew Fugate used dry shampoo to add texture to the models’ hair. “I wanted to dirty it up and give it that ‘I just got out of bed look’,” says Matthew.
Fashion Week Hair Styles from the Sam Brocato Salon
The Sam Brocato Salon was featured backstage at the NIMA Fall 2010 Presentation. The style for the season seemed to be a play on 70's style mixed with the current hot waves that are trendy for 2010. So if you're in need of a new easy look then check out these great tips from Sam Brocato and Matthew Fugate.
“We tried to create a look that was very modern and Soho chic, yet still had a 70’s feel to it.” - Sam Brocato
“We tried to create a look that was very modern and Soho chic, yet still had a 70’s feel to it.” - Sam Brocato
Dry Skin
Steal
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion (Buy Now) is a wonderful steal product for giving your dry winter skin lots of all-day moisture. It's actually clinically proven to increase your skin's hydration, and what's not to like about that? CeraVe has patented technology where your skin stays moisturized throughout the day without having to reapply moisturizer. With our busy lives, who has time to constantly apply lotion all day long? That makes CeraVe a definite must-have for winter skin.
Splurge
AHAVA Intensive Hydration Mask (Buy Now) is a great winter splurge to help hydrate your tired and dull winter skin. AHAVA Intensive Hydration Mask is so fabulous that Self Magazine gave it a healthy beauty award in 2009. Infused with rich minerals and glycol-proteins, this leave-on mask will knock your socks off by giving your skin long-lasting hydration throughout the day. It may be a splurge, but it definitely gives old man winter a one-two punch so your skin can feel hydrated and normal all year round.
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion (Buy Now) is a wonderful steal product for giving your dry winter skin lots of all-day moisture. It's actually clinically proven to increase your skin's hydration, and what's not to like about that? CeraVe has patented technology where your skin stays moisturized throughout the day without having to reapply moisturizer. With our busy lives, who has time to constantly apply lotion all day long? That makes CeraVe a definite must-have for winter skin.
Splurge
AHAVA Intensive Hydration Mask (Buy Now) is a great winter splurge to help hydrate your tired and dull winter skin. AHAVA Intensive Hydration Mask is so fabulous that Self Magazine gave it a healthy beauty award in 2009. Infused with rich minerals and glycol-proteins, this leave-on mask will knock your socks off by giving your skin long-lasting hydration throughout the day. It may be a splurge, but it definitely gives old man winter a one-two punch so your skin can feel hydrated and normal all year round.
Sun Damage or Too Much Sun Exposure
Steal
Neutrogena Ageless Intensive Firming Moisture SPF20 (Buy Now) is a perfect steal product for helping to firm, rebuild, and strengthen your sun damaged or aging skin within 2-weeks. According to results released by Neutrogena, 97% of women had softer and smoother skin, 82% saw a reduction in the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and 97% saw a visible improvement in skin firmness. With numbers like that and an affordable price, it's a no-brainer that Neutrogena Ageless Intensive Firming Moisture SPF20 is worth both your time and money this winter.
Splurge
DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel (Buy Now) is a definite splurge product, but if you have sun damage, aging skin, or discoloration then it's well worth the money spent. I absolutely love their KP Duty body scrub and knew that the DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel would be equally as fabulous. It contains multiple acids plus natural extracts to give you a less-irritating chemical exfoliation for your skin. It may not be the best for those with super sensitive skin, but for everyone else it will help to get rid of unevenness, post-acne inflammation, hyper pigmentation, keratosis pilaris, and even enlarged pores. To make it even better, it's one of the best products I've ever use prior to self tanning, because it makes your skin feel and look like "butta".
Neutrogena Ageless Intensive Firming Moisture SPF20 (Buy Now) is a perfect steal product for helping to firm, rebuild, and strengthen your sun damaged or aging skin within 2-weeks. According to results released by Neutrogena, 97% of women had softer and smoother skin, 82% saw a reduction in the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and 97% saw a visible improvement in skin firmness. With numbers like that and an affordable price, it's a no-brainer that Neutrogena Ageless Intensive Firming Moisture SPF20 is worth both your time and money this winter.
Splurge
DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel (Buy Now) is a definite splurge product, but if you have sun damage, aging skin, or discoloration then it's well worth the money spent. I absolutely love their KP Duty body scrub and knew that the DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel would be equally as fabulous. It contains multiple acids plus natural extracts to give you a less-irritating chemical exfoliation for your skin. It may not be the best for those with super sensitive skin, but for everyone else it will help to get rid of unevenness, post-acne inflammation, hyper pigmentation, keratosis pilaris, and even enlarged pores. To make it even better, it's one of the best products I've ever use prior to self tanning, because it makes your skin feel and look like "butta".
Oily Skin and Clogged Pores
Steal
Biore Pore Unclogging Scrub (Buy Now) is a wonderful and affordable scrub for those with oilier skin or clogged pores. The scrubbing beads are very gentle to the skin while ingredients help to detoxify and remove debris from pores. It’s a quick and easy way to refresh your complexion and say goodbye to blemishes and blackheads.
Steal
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Facial Cleanser in Pink Grapefruit (Buy Now) is another great steal when it comes to cleaning pores and controlling oil in your skin. Neutrogena uses salicylic acid to help treat and prevent breakouts, and grapefruit extract plus vitamin C to help eliminate oil and dirt. I loved the fresh smell of grapefruit and the squeaky clean feeling afterwards. The best part is that it doesn't leave your skin dry because it cleans your skin just enough to control the excess oil.
Splurge
AHAVA Mud Exfoliator (Buy Now) is the perfect blend of mud and minerals in order to gently exfoliate your skin, while leaving a glowing and even brighter complexion. Even though it's a splurge, it's a definite must-have for bringing life to your winterized skin.
Biore Pore Unclogging Scrub (Buy Now) is a wonderful and affordable scrub for those with oilier skin or clogged pores. The scrubbing beads are very gentle to the skin while ingredients help to detoxify and remove debris from pores. It’s a quick and easy way to refresh your complexion and say goodbye to blemishes and blackheads.
Steal
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Facial Cleanser in Pink Grapefruit (Buy Now) is another great steal when it comes to cleaning pores and controlling oil in your skin. Neutrogena uses salicylic acid to help treat and prevent breakouts, and grapefruit extract plus vitamin C to help eliminate oil and dirt. I loved the fresh smell of grapefruit and the squeaky clean feeling afterwards. The best part is that it doesn't leave your skin dry because it cleans your skin just enough to control the excess oil.
Splurge
AHAVA Mud Exfoliator (Buy Now) is the perfect blend of mud and minerals in order to gently exfoliate your skin, while leaving a glowing and even brighter complexion. Even though it's a splurge, it's a definite must-have for bringing life to your winterized skin.
Redness, Rosacea, or Sensitive Skin
Steal
Eucerin Calming Cream (Buy Now) is a must-have affordable cream, especially if your skin is sensitive or you have Rosacea. It's fragrance free, non-irritating, locks in moisture for 24-hours, and contains oatmeal to help calm your winter battered skin.
Splurge
Clinique Comfort on Call Allergy Tested Relief Cream (Buy Now) is a wonderful splurge item, but it's one that I personally can't live without. It was formulated by leading dermatologists to help people with skin allergies, dry skin, and sensitive skin. Really it's phenomenal whether you have sensitive and dry skin or even Rosacea. I even use it on my dried and cracked fingers once the coldness sets in.
Eucerin Calming Cream (Buy Now) is a must-have affordable cream, especially if your skin is sensitive or you have Rosacea. It's fragrance free, non-irritating, locks in moisture for 24-hours, and contains oatmeal to help calm your winter battered skin.
Splurge
Clinique Comfort on Call Allergy Tested Relief Cream (Buy Now) is a wonderful splurge item, but it's one that I personally can't live without. It was formulated by leading dermatologists to help people with skin allergies, dry skin, and sensitive skin. Really it's phenomenal whether you have sensitive and dry skin or even Rosacea. I even use it on my dried and cracked fingers once the coldness sets in.
Winter Skin Readiness - Splurges and Steals
The months are flying by and winter is almost here, so are you ready for the coldness, wind, and chapped skin? Don't forget that when the weather changes your skin will change as well, but normally for the worse. So you need to take action ahead of time and keep your face pampered and looking great through the long, cold months of winter.
How does Meladerm work?
Your skin color comes from a natural pigment called melanin. Melanin pigment is synthesized in specialized cytoplasmic organelles called melanosomes Within the melanosome, the enzymatic conversion of the amino acid tyrosine to melanin is catalyzed by the enzyme tyrosinase. The melanosomes in darker portions of the skin are more active than those found in normal areas of the body. The ingredients found in our formula counter this process in multiple ways by dealing with not only the melanosomes, but also the enzyme tyrosinase. With the help of exfoliation agents, the initial lightening effects of the complex can often be seen within 2 weeks.
In order to naturally fade the appearance of dark skin spots and obtain an even complexion, you must dedicate time and patience to the process. Results will vary based on your particular skin condition and the amount of sun exposure received. Though initial improvement is often seen in just 2 weeks, full results generally appear after 2-3 months of regular use.
In order to naturally fade the appearance of dark skin spots and obtain an even complexion, you must dedicate time and patience to the process. Results will vary based on your particular skin condition and the amount of sun exposure received. Though initial improvement is often seen in just 2 weeks, full results generally appear after 2-3 months of regular use.
What makes Meladerm unique?
There are hundreds of skin lightening products already on the market. You may even see creams that contain the same active ingredients as Meladerm®. So what makes the Meladerm® formula so unique? Simply put, research!
Though a low grade skin whitening product might contain similar ingredients, it doesn't guarantee its effectiveness. In order to harness the true power of the active ingredients, great care must be taken when manufacturing the product. Light and air can easily deteriorate substances like Kojic Acid. Other ingredients must be carefully stored in vacuum desiccators in order to preserve their shelf life. Furthermore, the Civant team takes great effort to micronize and filter all of our active ingredients and extracts for superior efficiency. Most cheaper quality manufacturers do not take these precautions.
Though a low grade skin whitening product might contain similar ingredients, it doesn't guarantee its effectiveness. In order to harness the true power of the active ingredients, great care must be taken when manufacturing the product. Light and air can easily deteriorate substances like Kojic Acid. Other ingredients must be carefully stored in vacuum desiccators in order to preserve their shelf life. Furthermore, the Civant team takes great effort to micronize and filter all of our active ingredients and extracts for superior efficiency. Most cheaper quality manufacturers do not take these precautions.
What is Meladerm used for?
Meladerm® is generally used to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmented skin on the body or face. Many of our customers use the product to achieve a uniform skin tone by lightening uneven areas and dark spots. Our products can also be used to brighten the overall complexion by lightening sun damaged skin.
Constipation Cure
The dried latex from the inner lining of the leaf is used by some people as an oral laxative. The dried latex contain a chemical called anthroquinone glycosides and it stimulates the bile flow and repair the digestive system. Doctors caution against using Aloe juice for constipation as it can cause diarrhea and stomach contractions in some individuals. Read other Constipation Home Remedies.
Aloe Side Effects
If you are taking aloe for oral consumption, ensure that it is food-grade. If you are taking it for constipation, the bowels may become dependent on aloe if it used often. Avoid aloe if you are pregnant, nursing, or suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, crohn's disease or gastritis
Soothing on Skin/Hair Dryness
Aloe is a very good moisturizer and can be added to creams and shampoos to provide additional protection. One easy trick is to add some aloe gel/juice into your bath soaps and shampoos to provide for a softening effect on your skin and hair
Aloe Heals Wounds and Burns
Boil aloe leaves and take the fleshy part of the inside of the leaves to use as a poultice over wounds. Aloe gel can be used for the same purpose. Aloe contains active compounds that can decrease pain and inflammation and stimulate skin growth and repair. You could also mix powdered cumin seeds with aloe juice and apply periodically over the area. It will reduce the burning, hasten healing and prevent scar formation.
How to Prevent Wrinkles?
There are two main steps towards the prevention of wrinkling. These are;
Good Health
The best way to prevent premature wrinkles is by maintaining good health. This can be achieved by practicing good nutrition and staying away from stress and anxiety.
Good Skin Care
This includes,
•Proper Cleansing
•Moisturizing
•Toning
•Protection from environmental factors
Good Health
The best way to prevent premature wrinkles is by maintaining good health. This can be achieved by practicing good nutrition and staying away from stress and anxiety.
Good Skin Care
This includes,
•Proper Cleansing
•Moisturizing
•Toning
•Protection from environmental factors
Dietary Tips to Prevent Wrinkles
We have not only mentioned certain concoctions or oils to apply topically but also suggests dietary approaches that may be helpful in achieving the required goals that is to prevent wrinkles and get a youthful skin Over hundreds of years our ansectors have found that honey, apple cider vinegar nad flaxseeds are the things which when taken consistantly for long period help to keep the effects of wear and tear away from our skin as well as hairs.
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