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ROSACEA
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Rosacea is a vascular (circulation) disorder that usually effects skin
in the mid-face area. It can require medical supervision and
prescription medication is useful at relieving symptoms. Totally
Facial, Inc. offers four very effective home care, skin care products
which help calm, cool, control blotchiness and reduce skin heat for
those suffering from Rosacea or hyper-sensitive skin. They can be
safely used with medicines that your doctor may prescribe for this
condition.
For ordering and more information:
e-mail:
Linda@PathToGoodHealth.com
RETIN
A™ ...
a tropical
cream, or Accutane, an oral medication, are both very effective prescription
treatments for acne. Either of these are available through your dermatologist.
These drugs are very powerful and have substantial side effects including
extreme photosensitivity. They are to be used with caution.
ON A
WELLNESS PLAN? ...
Make regular,
professional skin care services a part of this journey and your new
image.
OUR
BODIES ...
are almost
2/3 water. Replenish it by drinking AT LEAST 4, 8 oz. glasses of water
everyday. Coffee, tea, cola, soups do not count. It must be water!
ACNE
...
is a disorder
of the sebaceous oil) glands. It is NOT caused by eating chocolate,
fried/fatty foods, or drinking carbonated beverages. Acne effects 85%
of people aged 12-24 - acne in this age group is more severe in males
than females. In people aged 25-34, acne drops to 8% and between ages
25-44 the disorder drops to 3%. In these age groups, women have a higher
occurrence of acne.
SPECIAL
NOTE ...
There is
a variety of scientific evidence to indicate that antioxidants (Vitamins
A, B-5, C, E, K) in skin care products have anti-aging effects. However,
the benefits of these products come from continuous, long-term use and
many are preventative rather than restorative.
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OUR
BODIES AND BONES ...
always need
MODERATE amounts of sunlight, (for Vitamin D synthesis) especially during
the winter months when days are shorter and natural sunlight is less.
If you are using a tanning bed for times when natural sunlight is low,
make certain the beds (and salon goggles) are sanitized after each use
and that the strength of the lights in the bed and time of exposure
correspond.
THE
ANTIBIOTIC, TETRACYCLINE, ...
has been
found to impair the absorption of dairy products. It is generally recommended
to consume these foods at a different time of day than when this medication
is taken. Additionally, antibiotics can make your skin very, very, sensitive
to the sun and cause painful sunburn when, otherwise, you might normally
tan.
PRACTICE
SAFE SUN ...
Consistently
using sunblock is the number 1 preventer of premature aging. Many moisturizers
and foundations now contain sunscreen and sunblock. Only products with
zinc oxide or titanium dioxide offer full sun protection from UVA, UVB
and Infra-red rays. Learn to interpret ingredient labels.
REFRESH
...
Alternating
warm and cold water applications while showering will help stimulate
blood flow and aid the skin cells with enhanced micro circulation, resulting
in healthier and firmer skin.
THE
NUMBER ONE...
cause of cosmetic sensitivity is fragrance. It does not matter
if it is natural or synthetic. The Number Two cause of cosmetic sensitivity
is preservatives. They are necessary but may release tiny amounts of
formaldehyde which can be irritating to some. Ingredients with "parabens"
(methyl, propyl, ethyl, etc) tend to be less reactive.
YOUR
PERSONAL EYE...
make-up products are notorious for harboring bacteria; replace unused
eye make-up products every 3 to 6 months.
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Self-Tanners
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If
you'd like a healthy bronzed look to your skin, self-tanners are a safe alternative to the potentially damaging UV rays of the sun.
FAUX
BRONZED
Our
hectic schedules rarely allow us time to consistently "work on"
a tan. Tanning beds may produce long term skin damage and skin fungus.
The average cost of one tanning session in a tanning bed runs $5-7 and
monthly tanning packages run $35-50 ... then there is the travel time
to and from the salon, making an appointment or taking the chance that
a bed will be available.
Self
tanning is the fastest, safest and most economical way to tan. It can
be done at home at your convenience without any harmful effects.
For
the best self-tanning results, before bedtime, shower and use a body
scrub or loofa on the areas to be tanned. Towel dry completely then
apply product with latex or vinyl gloves. A quality product provides you with
an exfoliator, tanner, moisturizer and gloves. After application, wait
about 30 minutes then go to bed for the night. Self tanners work best
when the body is at rest and the skin is dry. In the morning, shower
if you wish and apply a body moisturizer. To establish your base tan,
repeat the process for two more consecutive nights omitting the scrub,
but not the shower! To maintain the tan, (at bedtime) once a week use
the scrub in the shower then reapply the self-tanner two times a week.
Note
...
Self-Tanners
provide very little, if any, sun protection. Always, always, remember
to apply a "full-spectrum" sunblock. Consistently using sunblock
is the #1 preventor of premature aging.
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