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Winter Skin Care

Our winter has been mild so far, but this seems about to change. The combination of the cold and dry outside air with the relatively high inside temperatures leaves our skin even drier, resulting in the breakdown of the protective layer of the skin thereby making it more difficult for the skin’s self-repair process to take place.

Certainly the treatment and care we provide to our skin, should reflect the seasonal requirements.

Hydration - Moisturizing

Our basic skin care routine should absolutely include products which can provide sufficient hydration to the skin. Choose moisturizing products containing hyaluronic acid, and other moisturizing agents which add moisture to the skin, but also protect the moisture that is already present in the skin.  Of course this does not only applies to the face, neck and décolleté area, but for the entire body.

Peeling

Another key factor for healthy, smooth and supple skin all year round, is systematic peeling - at least 2 -3 times a month. The more dead cells that accumulate and remain on the surface of the skin, the less healthy and shiny our skin looks.  Peeling will remove the dead cells and enable the skin to “breathe” and be ready to accept the additional effective ingredients that will follow, whether be a cream, serum or ampoule.

And speaking of serums and ampoules, remember that these contain highly concentrated active ingredients, which have a really positive noticeable effect on the skin.

Sun Care

Finally, a very important aspect of winter skin care is the protection of the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.  Ultraviolet radiation will do away with the natural glow of your skin and promote skin discoloration, dryness, and finally the formation of wrinkles. Consider that even fluorescent lamps emit UVA rays that cause skin aging. For this reason, regardless of the weather – whether it is sunny, overcast, or even if it rains - and regardless of your age, you should always use good sun protection.

Let's get ready to face the cold of winter and welcome spring with a clean, glowing and bright skin without imperfections! 

Until next time ladies...be beautiful!

3 Simple Steps for Dry Skin Care

Does your skin feel itchy or does your skin flake?  Well …today let me share with you some tips to avoid this issue and keep your skin soft and supple.

Dry, itchy skin is no joke. Because skin is the body's largest organ (weighing about nine pounds), the frustration and discomfort that go along with dehydration can affect your daily existence, from your wardrobe to your social life. And if you happen to have a skin condition like eczema, you know from experience that flaky skin is no laughing matter.

Use the Correct Peeling Product

We all know the benefits of peeling (exfoliation).  This is more true for persons with dry skin since it aids in removing the dead skin cells that accumulate on the surface of the skin, and prevent the beneficial moisturizing products from penetrating deep into the skin.    

If happen to have normal or combination skin, then you have several options for peelings, such as peelings with small granules such as Apricot Peeling or HoneyPeeling (containing jojoba spheres for extra moisturizing). On the other hand, if your skin is sensitive (or even acne prone) choose a cream like peeling suchas the Peeling Cream which will work equally well, but will not irritate your skin

In either case however, peeling should only be done once a week or every 10 days., since frequent use it can lead to skin irritation.

Youthful Skin In 5 Easy Steps

Hello again! 

 Is it really possible to keep our skin young looking? Well...the answer is Yes it is possible to keep our skin youthful looking and radiant  as time moves on.  The way to achieve it is by using anti-aging products that are right for our skin, in combination with professional treatments from competent beauty professionals.  This way, fine lines, wrinkles, and damage caused by the sun can be kept at bay for a longer time.

By not providing adequate protection for our skin, we allow the fine lines and wrinkles to make their appearance,  and brown spots begin to show which along with and rough skin areas caused by the exposure of the skin to the sun, start to give clues about our age.

As we age, the skin itself is not producing as much collagen, and definitely the level of hyaluronic acid production is diminishing.  Furthermore, dead skin cells are accumulating  at a faster rate, and do not invisibly fall off as previously.   It is natural of course that as our skin is subjected to the environmental elements, it is more likely to show aging signs. 

SO...WHAT DO WE DO?

Here are the 5 important  (and easy) steps we should take to not only prevent, but also to start reversing the signs of aging.  

What is pH?

Many of us have heard about  pH, but do you know exactly what is it?  I often get this question from my clients.  So… let’s see what pH is all about.

The abbreviation pH is derived from “Power of  Hydrogen”.  PH is an "index" showing us how acidic or alkaline a solution is.  So for instance if a solution has an "equal" amount of acidic and alkaline molecules, then its pH is considered neutral.

Now, you are probably wondering what is acidic and what is alkaline...

Acidic is just what the name implies.. acid, while alkaline is the opposite:  if we place alkaline into acid, the acid loses its harmful properties (eg does not  "burn" the skin)

For example, water is neutral: it has the same amount of both. If we were to remove the alkalis, it would become acidic.  On the other hand large concentrations of alkaline solutions (such as ammonia) are harmful as well. Only those solutions that are close to neutral are safe.

New Year’s resolutions for your skin

Happy New Year!  The new year brings us the opportunity to do away with all those bad skin care habits and reconsider our skin care routine.

Sun Protection is a Priority

Using sun protection on a daily basis all year round is not only essential to prevent sun damage, wrinkles and sun spots, but it is an important step in preventing skin cancer.  Over the course of time, the sun can impose significant hardships and damage to your skin, so it is important to use quality sun care products to protect from the skin from the damage caused by UVA/UVB rays.  

Exfoliation for glowing Skin

Regardless of your skin type, exfoliating  should be a very important step in your skin care routine.  The reason is that as we get older, our skin is not as efficient is disposing of dead skin cells and regenerating new ones.  The result is that dead skin cells start accumulating on the surface of the skin, clogging the pores and results in excess oil production. This leads to dull looking, rough and dry skin.  In addition the excess oil can lead to blemishes and acne. 

Some Practical Beauty Advice

Hello all!

Today I will share with you some general information on masks, tonic lotions, and moisturizers, as I am often receiving questions about them from my clients.

MASKS

We all know the wonderful feeling of just relaxing with our face covered in a face mask that will make us look younger, tighten our pores and nourish our skin.  All we have to do is sit back and let the face mask work its magic.  

The question I am often asked is “what happens if I leave the mask on for too long?” The answer is that it depends on the type of mask.  Let me explain.  For most masks (hydration, nourishing type of masks), leaving them on longer than the recommended time – usually 20 to 30 minutes – will not result in any damage to your skin, but at the same time it will not really provide any additional benefits.  The problem is with masks that contain chemicals such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or lactic acid.   Leaving these types of face masks on for longer than the recommended time, can and will result in skin irritation, which can range from moderate to severe. This is more so of course for sensitive skins. 

Therefore, to always be on the safe side, follow the manufacturer’s recommended time frames when using your mask. 

An Excellent selection of Masks can be found here!

Skin Care after the Summer

Hello Ladies and WELCOME BACK from your summer holidays! 

Time to start taking care of our skin after all it has been through during these hot summer months.

The needs of our skin change with the seasons. Late summer and early autumn is the best time to start the restoration process of our skin by providing to the skin the tender love and care it needs.  The warm summer months have managed to make our skin more dry and clog the pores, leaving our skin looking dull. If we choose to ignore it, we leave the door wide open for the early visible signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, uneven discoloration and freckles.  We therefore need to follow certain necessary steps to restore a soft, smooth, radiant and healthy skin.

Antioxidant care

Although we cannot undo damage to the skin caused by the UV rays, what we can do is protect it from future damage.  Due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVA / UVB) the

7 Bad Habits that you Need to Stop Right Now

Hello Beautiful Ladies!

When it comes to caring for our skin, there are some things that we should not do, and some things that we should do better. So....here we go!

Use of unsuitable Sunscreens

Sunscreen and sun cream products are not all created equal. A good sun cream should effectively block both UVA (responsible for aging) and UVB rays (responsible for sun burns). If your sunscreen does not cover both types of rays, then better put it aside.  Furthermore, when it comes to sun creams, more is better. Do not hesitate to use an adequate amount. For good coverage of the face, neck, and décolleté you will need about a teaspoon of the product.

Postponing Anti-aging Prevention

We are all well aware that prevention is always better than the cure. It is therefore essential to begin preventative anti-aging treatments early. As a rule of thumb, eye creams should be used from the age of 18 and up, Serums from the age of 25 and up, and creams containing stronger anti-aging ingredients from the age of 35 and above. Of course these are just  guidelines. The main point is that if prevention starts early, then you can effectively delay the signs of aging before they even start to form, giving you smoother, more youthful skin for a greater period of time.

7 Tips For year-round beauty

Hello Ladies,

Today, I would like to share with you 7 easy but necessary steps that we all need to follow year-round to maintain a beautiful and flawless face and body

Moisturizing after Bathing

Most of us enjoy a warm, relaxing bath or shower. Unfortunately it also tends to remove  valuable oils from our skin.  The easy solution to replace the lost hydration, is of course the use of moisturizing body creams,  many of which also offer added benefits such as firming and toning the skin.  A good way never to forget to use your body cream or lotion, is by keeping it in the shower. This way, by having it in sight, you will remember to use it. Finally, keep in mind that you need to apply the cream or lotion on your skin within ten minutes after finishing your bath so that the skin is not completely dry.

Daily Sun Care

Use your sun cream year-round! Yes you read that right. The sun cream should be applied in the winter as well.  The reason for this,  is that the harmful UVA and UVB rays are always present even when it is cloudy.  Of course, using a good sun cream is even more essential in  the warmer, summer months. 

The application of a good sun cream should be the last step in your daily beauty regime, and it is placed on the skin before your make-up application.  For the face and other sensitive areas (as well as for children) choose a sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30, and even better, SPF 50 or 60.  Many of you, may also find it useful and convenient to use a sunscreens in spray form. These are very handy to have in your purse and in the car, and can be used throughout the day - even over your make-up. Finally, keep in mind that the lower the SPF value, the more often you need to repeat the application.