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A double chin decorates nobody especially women. Women’s neck must be simply ideal!
But things go on not always as we want. Even young men and women may have such unpleasant problem as a double chin.
The reason that fat accumulates in lower part of the face is not always excess weight. Sometimes even slim men and women have this problem.
Drastic weight loss can also be the reason. In this case skin may not grow short when one lose fat and be weighed down. The reason can be in genetic predisposition of a person or in individual features of face structure.
However the main reason is that fact that muscles become weaker with the age. How to avoid it or slow down the process?
Here are some simple recommendations.
1. Sleep on flat pillows. You may take a special orthopedic pillow that helps your head to be in right position during the sleep.
2. Look for your bearing. Try to keep your chin up. If you sit long before computer screen during your working day strain your neck muscles 10-15 times an hour. This exercise will strengthen your neck muscles and you feel it soon.
3. Make face exercises to make nice line of your chin. Here is the simplest of this sort: Down your head to the chest. Open your mouth wide and slowly up your head. When you fall back your head shut your mouth abruptly. If you feel muscles of your neck and chin then you make this exercise right. Make it 3-4 times a day 15-20 ups and back.
4. Take a contrast shower every day. Direct strong stream to your neck and chin and slowly change the temperature of water. It is very helpful for neck and chin muscles.
Moreover there are some simple rules that help you to decrease this defect using slightly changes in your image.
1. Open your neck that it looks longer and beautiful. Have short hair-dress or hair-dresses that hold your hair up.
2. Make accent in your make-up on eyes or cheek-bones but not together.
3. Do not wear dresses with stand-up collar but with décolleté.
4. Do not wear long earrings not to attract attention to your chin. Try to avoid neckerchiefs and short necklaces.
Your beauty is in your hands. Try these simple advices and exercises to be beautiful.
Good luck.
Say No To Double Chin
Get Rid of Acne on Your Chest and Back
Just like facial acne, back and chest acne are very common because there are so many sebaceous glands on these parts of the body. You may also develop acne on your shoulders, arms and even butt. Body acne can appear in the form of whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, pustules, and cysts or legions, which can not only be pesky, but also painful.Body acne is not always easy to treat, especially on the hard-to-reach back area, and is often more difficult to treat than facial acne because body skin is thicker. But with the right regimen, it can be successfully treated. Here are some effective tips on how to get rid of body acne:
Steps
1. Wash the acne-prone areas daily using an anti-bacterial soap with a salicylic acid-based cleanser and SD alcohol 40.
2. Gently use a loofah and exfoliating scrub while you’re in the shower to get rid of dead skin cells. Do not scrub the area roughly, which will only increase irritation and inflammation.
3. Wash acne-prone areas immediately after heavy perspiration. Take a shower as soon as you can after you’re done exercising or sweating heavily on a hot day.
4. Keep your facial and body skin clean every day and be careful not to trigger acne or rashes by wearing very tight clothing or heavy backpacks.
5. Wear breathable fabrics, like cotton, in order to induce evaporation of sweat.
6. Use a body cleanser specifically for fighting acne. Something that washes out the debris in your pores to help keep them clean.
7. Avoid using heavy creams and lotions on affected areas.
Tips
* Understand that body acne is different then facial acne. The pores on the body are much different than the pores that are on your face, so they must be treated differently.
* If you have long hair, get all of the oil and shampoo out of your hair when washing.
* Change your diet. You need to get more fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds into your diet. These things provide you with a lot of essential vitamins and minerals that will keep your body acne free.
* Stress causes acne. Try to cut down on the stress in your life.
* Keep in mind that it can take up to six weeks to know whether or not your regimen is working, so don’t give up if you don’t see immediate results.
Warnings
* Don't scrub your skin roughly. It can cause irritation and inflammation.
* Don't pick at the acne because it can lead to further irritation and possible scarring.
How to Get Rid of Scars and Cuts Left by Acne
So you popped a zit, it starts to bleed, and then it turns into a wee scratch. To top it off, a few days later you have this little dry scab. Well, here are some ways to prevent the rupturing of Acne, and a bit of aid in the healing scars.
Steps
1. Stop popping! It's tempting, but honestly, it make things worse. If you absolutely must pop, make sure that the area (and your fingers) are clean and disinfected. After you pop, gently clean the area with warm water and a washcloth, then cover the popped pimple with ice for a minute or two. This will reduce the swelling. With a cleaner pop, and a smaller area to infect, you greatly reduce your chances of getting a scab or scar.
2. Keep with your regular acne routine. Continue your routine to make sure that no new acne appears. If you don't have a very regulated method of treating and preventing acne, then it's time to start one.
3. Allow to heal naturally. Sometimes, the best method of dealing with acne scars and cuts is just to let your body do the works. Keep the irritated area clean and use as little make-up on the area as possible.
4. Use a Scar Treatment. For post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation (brown or red marks on the skin) try something like Neutrogena Advanced Solutions Acne Mark Fading Peel. Mederma is also a good "spot" treatment. For "ice picks" or "crater-like" scars, which are actual dents in the skin, often the most effective treatment is seeing a doctor.
5. Moisturize and protect. Always use an oil-free moisturizer that has SPF. Try Body Guard Exquisitely Light SPF 30 For Face & Body.
Tips
* Avoid touching your face. Your hands can transfer additional oil to an infected area.
* Scars tend to be more noticeable on pale skin. You can combat this with a safe self-tanner (not to be confused with tanning booths and/or sun-tanning, which are unhealthy for your skin). You could also buy a natural redness - countering concealer.
* Neosporin is ideal for speeding up healing time thus causing lesser scarring. There is also Neosporin Scar Solution.
* You can use plain yogurt to help fade scars. Apply it to your face twice daily. It will moisturize your face, purify it and your skin will heal much faster.
* Apply aloe vera or vitamin E; it will speed up the healing process.
* Cocoa butter is a rich moisturizer that is very effective. Try Palmer's Scar Serum. It contains Cocoa butter, Vitamin E, Shark Liver Oil,, Silicone and Allium CEPA and is around $15 available from most chemists.
* Use lemon on scars daily. But use moisturizer before going to bed as the lemon may cause dry skin.
* Honey Mixed with lemon & almond oil and milk = acne free
* Moisture helps scars heal, so be sure to moisturize. (but be careful of heavy moisturizers that can clog pores)
* Do TCA peels of 12% three weeks apart. Amazing, effective, and inexpensive.
Warnings
* Picking at the scabs and scars will only make things worse.
* If your acne ruptures even when you don't touch it, you need to see a dermatologist. Bleeding or excessive acne is not natural, and may be the result of an infection or allergies. Get treatment as soon as possible.
* Acne is caused by a bacterial infections - more times than not. So understand that popping zits only spreads the infection.
* Do not use Neosporin if you are allergic to it!
* Excessive sun exposure without using SPF can make scars darker and more permanent.
Apply Face Make up to Cover Acne
Make-up isn't all that easy to apply, and apply correctly at the same time, especially if you are new to it. Follow this simple guide for applying makeup to cover your acne.
Steps
1. Wash your face thoroughly and gently using an acne-fighting face wash in the shower every morning.
2. Pat your face dry.
3. Apply a non-greasy moisturizer.
4. Apply a thin layer of acne ointment to your face and wait 5 minutes.
5. Use an antibacterial product, such as Neosporin, directly on blemishes.
6. Put a thin layer of make-up base all over your skin.
7. Do NOT apply non-medicated liquid foundation as this is one of the worst types of make-up for acne. If you cannot get medicated foundation simply use powder after using (preferably medicated) concealer.Oil-free foundation from the body shop is like tinted moisturiser but better as it contains no oil
8. Apply enough a slightly thicker layer of concealer all over your face.
9. Rub the concealer in well.
10. Apply loose powder and use the loose powder for touch-ups during the day.
11. Use acne-fighting cleansing pads at night to remove makeup and fight blemishes.
Tips
* Wait five minutes after the applications to allow the make-up time to dry and set.
* After a gym class or workout session, gently dab a tissue along your face to remove sweat and then follow the above steps.
* Use oil-free make-up.
* think of investing in the oil removing sheets. Clean and Clear sells them but so does CVS and Victoria's Secret. They remove the oil from your face without removing the makeup
Warnings
* Never use an applicator twice (this spreads bacteria)
* Do not use the manufacturer's applicator as it will put bacteria back in the make up container
Things You'll Need
* Daily face wash
* Moisturizer
* Acne ointment
* Antibacterial ointment, such as Neosporin
* Make-up base
* Concealer
* Loose powder
* Cleansing pads.
* cotton tips
How to Cope With Acne
If you are one of the three fourths of teens with acne and have tried using medicine to no avail, all you can do is accept the fact that you have it and wait it out.
Steps
1. Accept that you have it. You are not the only person in the world to have acne. Most people have had acne at some point of their life.
2. Keep in mind that you will not have it all your life. Simply wait for it to go away. Avoid popping pimples, which often leads to scarring.
3. Don't give up hopes for a cure. There may be a medicine invented that is effective on you. Make sure you see a dermatologist regularly.
Tips
* Perhaps the problem is that you are only trying over-the-counter medicine. See a dermatologist.
* Get a lot of sleep, keep your face clean and dry and don't touch your face to prevent it from becoming worse.
* Remember the quote: "Try to change something you don't like, and if you really can't change it, change your attitude towards it."
Hide Your Pimples
Acne sucks! It can leave scars and lower your self esteem. But if you know how to, it can be disguised.
Steps
1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Don't scrub, wash. Scrubbing will do no good. Use skin toner if you have oily skin, and after you've done that, apply some moisturizer. If you still have some pimples, sanitize them with alchohol and then apply some tea tree oil to help heal the acne.
2. Create a nice base. Apply some tinted moisturizer in a color that matches your skintone. Blend into neck and hairline and make sure it matches your neck and face color. This is really sheer and gives a nice base, and you can't go wrong or have your face look cakey like foundation or concealer can. No dried in concealer for you! MAC and Clinique make some really nice ones, and they last a long time.
3. Conceal, Set and Forget Using either loose powder or pressed powder, use a large powder brush and swirl in some powder. This will set your tinted moisturizer and will work as a very nice concealing powder. Physicians Formula Loose Mineral Powder and MAC Studio Fix are great options. The Physicians Formula one also comes with a brush that works like a concealer brush.
Tips
* Make sure that all your cosmetics are oil-free.
* Popping zits can make them worse, and gives them a better chance of scarring, so your best bet is not to touch them.
* If you have dry skin, using moisturizer will actually help acne.
* If you feel you have to pop a pimple, make sure you hands are extremely clean as well as the area you are touching. clean the broken skin immediately, and if you have it, apply spot treatment.
* A green tinted concealer/foundation will neutralise the reddish colour of a pimple and the affected area (similar to how tomato juice can neutralise the green that sometimes comes up on blonde hair).
Warnings
* This may vary with skin colors.
* Cover up can rub off throughout the day, so carry powder with you.
* Don't touch your face too much, or bacteria will get in.
* Do not use the powder which is lighter color to your skin tone. Use a darker one to blend with red pimples to the color of your skin.
Things You'll Need
* Tinted moisturizer
* Loose/ Pressed Powder
* Large fluffy powder brush
* Cleanser, toner, and face moisturizer.
* Alchohol swabs
Erase a Pimple Scar
Do you have pimple scars on your face or body that don't want to go away? Follow these five simple steps and eliminate scars forever.
Steps
1. Leave your pimples alone. Do not pop a pimple or scratch it, this will cause the scars. Instead, leave them alone, and you will reduce scarring to your face.
2. Keep your face clean. Wash your face with a facewash twice a day and apply moisturizer.
3. At night, with warm water, wash your face with a facewash or scrub, then splash with cold water to close your pores.
4. Pour a small amount of tissue oil (try using one with natural ingredients in it) on a piece of cotton wool. (You can also put the tissue oil on your hands, but make sure they are clean.)
5. Apply the tissue oil to your face, applying it equally to each part of your face.Massage it in for 5 minutes, and then leave it until you go to bed.
6. Before getting into bed, take a tissue, and dab your face to remove the oil
Tips
* It is best to apply tissue oil every night, for about two weeks. If your scars are not fading, then apply it until you see a change.
* If you are applying tissue oil on your face, use a headband to prevent oil from getting into your hair.
* Tissue oil is not the only thing that removes scars; other creams and moisturisers are available. Use what suits you.
Warnings
* Do not use tissue oil during the day. If you have oil on your face, and go out in the sun, the oil will heat up on your face and possibly cause more scarring.
* If you have oily skin with pimples present, it is recommended that you do not use tissue oil as this will increase the oil composition in your skin, and this could make your pimples worse.
Things You'll Need
* Facewash/facescrub
* Tissue oil
* Patience
How to Remove Blackheads and Whiteheads with a Comedo Extractor
Finally be free of unsightly, annoying blackheads and whiteheads without scarring or bleeding!
Steps
1. Purchase a comedo extractor (about $2) and magnifying mirror (about $5) from any drugstore such as Wal-Mart, CVS, Walgreens, etc.
2. Boil water in a pot (just enough water to cause steam!)
3. Put your face over the steam with a towel over your head for 4-8 minutes. Any length of time is up to you. Generally, four minutes is enough to open up all of your pores.
4. Sterilize the blackhead remover by soaking it in 91% isopropyl alcohol for 1 minute before using.
5. Use the comedo extractor loop on any side you choose, place it over your blackhead or whitehead and press down gently while looking into the magnifying mirror (this will help you see particularly small blackheads with ease). The blackhead will pop out of the loop!
6. For whiteheads, gently press down, then roll the loop over the whitehead, this helps to remove the whitehead completely.
7. After you successfully removed any/all blackheads or whiteheads, apply a small amount of alcohol or Benzoyl Peroxide to the affected areas to keep your pores free of bacteria.
Tips
* This tool is an excellent way to prevent touching your face directly and prevents scarring and bleeding.
* This will have to be repeated on a weekly to monthly basis depending on your skin type. Getting rid of blackheads is particularly a never-ending job, so be patient. Your pores will temporarily appear larger when you remove blackheads from around your nose, but that's because the pores are empty, which makes them look darker and larger.
* A good tip to help sanitize your face before using the comedo extractor is to put laxative leaves in your pot while boiling. This can be bought at any vitamin store (they look like parsley leaves) and is fairly inexpensive.
* Before and after using the extractor tool, soak it in rubbing alcohol to prevent the spread of bacteria on your face.
* Redness is normal during the "steam phase" of removing your blackheads/whiteheads.
Warnings
* Be sure never to press too hard with the tool. It can leave unsightly "loop" marks on your face that take a while to go away.
* Many people are very sensitive to alcohol and Benzoyl Peroxide. Apply sparingly until your skin gets used to the formula. Redness will occur at first if you have never used either formula on your face before.
* Be careful when holding your face over the steam. Breathe slowly and don't get too close so as to burn yourself!
Things You'll Need
* A comedo extractor
* A magnifying mirror or vanity mirror (optional)
* Some rubbing alcohol, Benzoyl Peroxide, or any good astringent
* A pot
* Some laxative leaves (optional)
How to Naturally Remove Blackheads
Remove blackheads with all-natural ingredients you can find in your cupboard! Here are the steps. Follow carefully.
Ingredients
* 2 tbsp. (30 ml) of unflavored yolk
* 2 tbsp. (30 ml) of milk
* 2-3 drops of favorite essential oil
Steps
# Mix the yolk and the milk.
# Microwave the mixture for 10 seconds.
# Put it on the infected area.
# Leave it on for 30 minutes.
# Rinse with warm water.
# Rinse with cold water (to close pores).
# Pat dry with a towel
Tips
* Always pat dry with a towel... Rubbing can spread bacteria, causing pimples as well as increases the chance of more wrinkles.
* To help with aroma... you can add 2-3 drops of your favorite essential oil. This will eliminate the smell as well as leave your skin smelling great!
Warning
Make sure the essential oil is safe to use on your skin. Certain essential oils can cause irritation or sun sensitivity.
How to Remove Blackheads
No matter how much we scrub and wash our faces, black heads just seem to appear all over our noses. Here are some good ways to keep your skin clear and avoid blackheads
Nose-Strip Method
1. Wet your nose with a clean face cloth and then dry your hands.
2. Open the packet that the nose strip is in, and rip the little tabs for a better fit on your nose.
3. Put the sticky side on your nose and wait for around 10 minutes.
4. After 10 minutes, the nose strip should be as hard as papier mache. Remove it.
Removing Tool Method
1. Fill a sink or bathtub with hot (but not boiling) water.
2. Rest your head over the water, so that your face can take advantage of the steam.
3. Empty the sink or bathtub and clean the blackhead removing tool with soap and water. Proceed to use the removing tool, carefully following the instructions.
Facial Scrub Method
1. Wash your face and rinse with water. Do not bother to dry it.
2. Take a quarter-sized amount of facial scrub and lather through clean hands.
3. Massage your face with the scrub to exfoliate the skin.
4. Rinse and wash face again if necessary.
Waxing At Salon
1. This is a little unheard of but it is a myth that black hair will grow where you wax.
2. Just have the beautician wax nose and other places with blackheads. Most beauticians have done this before.
Things You'll Need
* Nose-Strips, try Biore.
* Soap
* Facial Scrub, try Clean & Clear.
* Blackhead Removing Tool, available at Sephora.
* A good oil-free moisturizer, or Enzymion (from Lush). This is fast-acting and the fruit enzymes in it break down oil on the skin's surface- no more shiny noses!
Tips
* Only use the strips once a week.
* Don't keep the strips on for longer than ten minutes. Otherwise, the adhesive will stick to your nose, and will not remove the blackheads.
* Try not to touch your face. It's a hard habit to break, but dirt, oil, and germs will get into your face and block your pores.
Cause of Oily Face
An oily face or oily skin in general is a skin care problem for many individuals from any age, race, or gender. The face usually experiences this skin problem in the forehead region, along the nose, and along the chin. In these areas of the face, the oil glands are bigger and more active. The neck, chest, and back areas also have many active sebaceous glands and oily skin can be a problem in these areas as well.
To properly care for oily skin, it is important to understand the reasons why oily skin occurs in the first place. In some cases, it is possible to avoid the causes of oily skin, whereas in others the individual may be stuck with this skin care problem for life.
An oily face or oily skin occurs when there is an overproduction of sebum. Sebum is an oily compound produced naturally by oil glands, known as sebaceous glands, in the skin. In the right amounts, this oil functions effectively to moisturize and protect the skin from the harsh environment we live in. However, in excess amounts, sebum will cause skin care problems. Most notable of the skin care problems are acne and acne related blemishes.
Let us take a closer look at why many people have an oily face or oily skin problem.
Genetics
Our genetic make-up determines how much oil our sebaceous glands will produce. As a result, the skin of some individuals will naturally produce more oil than others. If oily skin is a common problem in the family, then the odds are that you will also have the same skin care problem. There is not much that can be done because this condition is pre-programmed into our bodies. Fortunately, as a person ages, the sebaceous glands produce less oil and an oily face or oily skin becomes less of a problem.
Hormones and Hormone Imbalances
Certain hormones act on the sebaceous glands and stimulate them to produce more than the normal amount of sebum. Every person is different and every person’s oil glands are likely to respond differently to hormones.
During adolescence, there is a rise in the amount of sex hormones called androgens. These hormones, in addition to being responsible for the development of secondary sex characteristics, also stimulate and enlarge the sebaceous glands. Therefore, the skin produces more sebum or oil and teenagers often have an oily face or oily skin. If the face or skin is not properly cleansed, then the excess oil will lead to acne, which of course is common in adolescents.
Pregnancy, menopause, and the use of birth control pills also create hormonal imbalances or changes in the levels of hormones in the body. Once again, this creates a situation where the oil glands get stimulated and produce more oil. The end result is an oily face or oily skin.
Cosmetics
If a person has an oily face, then oil-based cosmetics should be avoided. Oil based cosmetic products will simply aggravate the oily skin problem. Choose cosmetics and skin care products that are specifically formulated for oily skin. In addition, avoid greasy cold creams and lotions, which will also increase the oiliness of the skin.
Soaps and Skin Cleaning
Soaps and especially harsh soaps or high alcohol containing skin care products are not recommended for individuals with an oily skin problem. These products will disturb the skin’s natural protective layer and aggravate the sebaceous glands. These oil glands will then be stimulated to produce more skin oil, resulting in the oily skin problem becoming worse.
Washing the face too frequently also removes the skin’s essential oils and stimulates the oil glands to overproduce oil.
Diet
Some believe that certain foods lead directly to oily skin. Examples are chocolate, soft drinks, and greasy fried foods. However, there are no valid studies that connect these foods specifically to oily skin.
Nevertheless, diet still does play a role in whether you have an oily face or not. The important factor to consider is that if you have a good diet your body will function better. If your body is functioning properly as a whole, then there is a greater chance that the oil glands will also function as they should and not overproduce oil.
There is also a possible link between a deficiency in vitamin B2 and vitamin B5 and oily skin. A deficiency in these vitamins could promote the formation of an oily skin problem. Whole grains, beans, and nuts are good sources of these vitamins.
Other Factors
In addition to the factors mentioned above, an oily face or oily skin may be caused by:
* some medications can lead to an increase in production of skin oil
* heat and humidity can also stimulate oil production from the glands and lead to an oily face
* the working conditions that an individual is exposed to on a daily basis can influence the amount of oil on the face
* smoking promotes the enlargement of skin pores and therefore the skin is able to excrete more oil to the surface of the skin
Back Body Acne
Body acne looks like facial acne. These types of acne affect adults and teenagers.
It is commonly occurred on the shoulders, back, chest and buttocks. If the skin lesions are harmful and large in size, it can be a symptom of severe acne. Body acne can be stubborn to reduce from the surface of the skin.
Causes of body acne
There is no main cause of this type of acne, but hormones fluctuating and stress can associate them. In some cases, the tight fitting clothes may develop it. Some objects such as cell phones, tight collars, helmets, and backpacks at high risk of associating body acne.
Buildup of bacteria, dead skin cells and excessive production of oil in the skin are the main three factors, which are responsible to developing this type of acne. In many cases, this type of acne can be developed with sweat and synthetic fabrics.
Diagnosis
There is no need of specific laboratory tests to determine the body acne. Sometimes, it can be detected by hormone blood tests and blood tests. Health care providers can perform these tests at doctor’s office.
Treatment
The types of treatment depend on the signs and symptoms of this type of acne. The treatment for this can take more time than facial acne to remove the acne from back.
The back has made by many sebaceous glands that can produce excess oil to production of cysts and nodules. A course of oral antibiotics like tertracycline or minocycline is taken by patients to remove the body acne. In some cases, topical retinoid such as Retin-A is used to reduce the stubborn acne.
Before starting the treatment for body acne, wash the affected area with a salicyclic-acid-based cleanser. And then, wipe the area, which is affected by body acne with benzoyl peroxide or salicyclic acid. And to prevent the dry skin, use an alpha hydroxyl acid. People, who are suffered from body acne, should use a salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide on each acne before going to the bed.
AcnEase is the best option to reduce the body acne from the surface of the skin. The health care providers suggest it and each dose of it can be depended on the following:
* The time period from a person has got the acne.
* Weight of body
* Severity of this type of acne
Soothing oil to remove the body acne:
* A full teaspoon of almond oil
* A full teaspoon of calendula oil
* One or two drops of lavender oil
* Two full teaspoons of olive oil
* One or two drops of chamomile oil
* Two drops of tea tree oil
Mix all ingredients well and pour it into an tight container. And then take a few drops of this mixture, massage from it on the complete portion of affected area. At the end, take and use of aloe Vera to remove the inflammation and soothe around the affected area. These oils have antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties.
People should keep in mind the following important tips:
* Do not eat spicy or oily foods.
* Take shower as soon as possible after engaging physical activity in sweat-producing.
* Avoid hair-styling products, cosmetics, oily or greasy products and acne concealers.
* Consult the health care providers, if one has got severe form of body acne.
* Patients should wash hair daily.
* Avoid excessive rubbing of the affected skin.
* Use OTC acne lotion to dry excess oil and promote peeling.
* Use only water based or noncomedogenic products.
Get Rid Of Pimples or Acne
Pimples are a serious adolescence problem. They appear on the cheeks, forehead and the nose. Six out of ten teenagers suffer from this problem. It is very common among teenagers and people in their twenties.
Why do Pimples and Acne flare up in Youth?
Acne is not caused by germs. The male sex hormones cause acne. As soon as one crosses childhood and enters the threshold of adolescence, different parts of our body start developing. The oil glands underneath the skin become over-active and ooze grease. This often blocks the pores and pimples sprout.
What to do in case of pimples?
* Use sulfur soap to keep oil glands clean.
* Clean the day's make-up at night before going to bed.
* Steam your face once in a week to keep the pores open.
* A Fuller's earth (Multani mitti) pack is an effective means of controlling pimples.
* Take a spoonful of honey mixed with rose water daily.
* Apply cucumber juice mixed with rose water.
What to Avoid?
* Do not neglect pimples. Be alert as soon as they start appearing.
* Cut down blood heating foods, such as sweets, fats and spicy foods.
* Do not peel off pimples - that makes them septic and they may leave behind permanent marks and damage your looks.
Answers to Few Queries:
Do only Teenagers get Acne?
NO. Although acne is most common between the ages of 13 to 18 years, it can also be found in adults. But a thorough survey indicates that almost 80 per cent of teenagers suffer from acne.
Will squeezing an acne blemish cause scarring?
Yes, Remember, each time you squeeze a pimple, you are at risk to scarring. It also depends on the severity of your acne and your skin’s tendency to mark easily. Early treatment by a skin specialist reduces the risk of aggravation.
Is wearing lots of make-up harmful?
Yes, excess of make-up can worsen acne. It may cause an outbreak or irritate acne that's already there. Don't use moisturizers that are too heavy as they may block skin pores. Always use water based make-up and moisturizers.
What anti acne products are available at chemists?
There are several creams and lotions available in the market that can help reduce acne. But since acne can vary from being an odd spot to a serious outbreak, a skin specialist will be the right person to advise you on the correct treatment.
Are chocolates and fatty foods harmful for Acne?
Not always, these days diet is not usually restricted, although sometimes there are exceptions. It is better to avoid eating fried and heavy foods. The best diet for those with acne is a well-balanced one as good nutrition will strengthen the body and keep your skin healthy and sparkling.
Does stress cause acne and pimples?
No, emotional stress does not cause pimples and acne but can make it worse. If you suffer from stress, have a full night sleep.
Tummy Exercise
A healthy body is a healthy mind; and a healthy mind is a healthy existence. It may sound like an astonishing piece of information, but the fact is that the root of all our problems lies in our stomachs. Acne, stress, laziness, physical illnesses is all a result of an unhealthy stomach. Even when we define obesity, it is about a bulging stomach. A healthy person is one who looks after every part of the body, come-what-may. To ensure good health you must spend some time exercising everyday. Apart from good health you will also feel enthusiastic, energetic, confident and look good. Yes, being attractive is a result of exercises and proper food in-take.Every body pat requires a different exercise routine. The means of exercising the arms is different from the was we can exercise our stomach.
Tummy exercises can be done at home or at the gym. The exercises we do, keeps our tummy flat and well toned, allowing us to wear all that we wish to wear, without being worried about those bulges or tiers. The most common type of tummy exercises is tummy crunches that are done on a flat surface.
Tummy exercises can be divided into upper tummy and lower tummy crunches. For the upper tummy you are required to lie flat on the floor and bend your knees. Place your hands behind your head and lift yourself upper torso facing upwards and then lower yourself. Repeat this twenty times; take a break and repeat the cycle three to four times.
For the lower tummy you have to do what is called reverse crunches. In this case you will have to raise your legs slowly and lower them. Repeat this twenty times, take a break and repeat the cycle three to four times.
Even if you follow this routine daily for about ten minutes, within no time you will have a well-toned stomach; one that will be the center o
If you really, really want to perform some 'normal' tummy exercises - which completely focus on the abdominal muscles - at least choose the ones that give you the most 'bang for the buck' (which means the best results with the least effort). The best ab exercises are generally considered to be the following:
1. The Bicycle Maneuver
2. Exercise Ball Crunches
3. Reverse Crunches
4. The Plank
5. Captain's Chair Knee Raises
How to Lose Tummy Fat
Tummy fat does not have any miracle cure. This is also because the stomach is one amongst the most obstinate holdout of fat for many people. Without tummy tucks and liposuction, reduction of tummy fat takes place at a slow rate.
Since there are no quick pills or quick diets for tummy fat, patients who have problems with their tummy fat need to embark on a healthy way to lose it. Another important factor through which the patient can lose tummy fat regularly is by cardiovascular exercise.
Health Problems related to Tummy Fat:
Tummy fat is the direct cause for many heart related ailments such as blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. Hence, it is important to maintain the tummy fat under control at an early stage.
In addition, tummy fat is also responsible for other diseases related to sleep disorders and even diabetes.
Tips to keep tummy fat under control:
-Reduce the calorie intake. This is the best way by which you reduce the intake of calories that you consume.
-Drink less beer. Beer is bad for you due to a number of reasons. Excess consumption of beer causes the person to consume fewer calories than what the body requires.
-Consume food that has less sugar in it. This will help you to lose your tummy fat. Unlike the sugars found in vegetables and fruits, sugar found in soda and junk food burn slowly.
-Eat liberal quantities of raw foods, fruits and vegetables.
-Eat foods that are rich in olive oil. It keeps the cholesterol down and burns fat.
-Drink more fruit juice and water.
-Tuna and Salmon also are good sources of Omega 3 fatty acids and protein. This gives boos to the immune system and contributes to tummy fat loss. Include this in your diet plan at least three times each week.
How to Lose Chest Fat
Chest fat is more common in case of men rather than women. Compared to women, men find it more difficult to burn their chest fat.
If you lose your fat within a few weeks, you are a lucky person. This is because chest fat is very stubborn and takes a long time to burn. However, if you fall under the others category, it is important that you perform both regular exercise and take a healthy diet. This is the best way in which you can burn your chest fat.
Health Related Risks of Chest Fat:
American researchers have recently stated that, chest fat can cause a higher risk of insulin resistance. This is a precursor condition of type 2 diabetes.
Apart from the above, chest fat increases your risk of heart related ailments, diabetes, blood pressure and stroke.
Hence, if you think that your chest fat is not a big issue for your body, you have to do a serious rethink.
Tips to Lose Chest Fat:
If you still struggle to burn your chest fat, follow some simple guidelines and you are sure to lose both your body weight and your chest fat.
Eat less carbohydrate. Do not eat more than 30 grams each day. Continue with this diet until you achieve your fat loss goal. You can see the results within 1-2 days.
Stay away from any junk food. If you want to lose chest fat, you have to lose your body fat also. To do this, you have to go on a fat loss diet.
Go for a healthy diet plan. See to it that, you consume more of vegetables and fruits and less of processed foods.
Follow these steps and you can proudly display your toned chest and your makeover to your friends in no time!.
How to Get Skinny in 10 Days
95% of people are dieting the wrong way. Once you know my secret to getting skinny, it no longer seems so difficult. Read on to find out how you can achieve rapid, healthy, and permanent weight loss.
Increase Your Metabolism
Increasing your metabolism is of enormous importance in being able to rapidly get skinny. Many people try to lose weight by starving themselves and working out. This is flat-out ignorant. The old saying that losing weight is as simple as burning more calories than you take in is completely wrong. You need to feed your body and eat more to lose weight!
I know that this may seem a bit paradoxical, but think of it this way. If you never eat, your body gets used to try to survive in starvation mode all the time, with little to no fuel. Then, when you do eat, you binge, and your body is thrown into chaos. Now, your body wants to burn up your food, but your body also knows it needs to be smart for your next 'starvation'. So, it's completely confused.
Here is what you really need to do. EAT! Eat right away in the morning. And, eat 6 balanced meals a day including lots of carbs in the morning. And for each meal, eat a serving of lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and of mono-unsaturated fats. Follow this diet plan, and you WILL get skinny in 10 days! And, best of all, you'll be a lean, mean, fat burning machine, because your metabolism will be through the roof!
Detoxify Your Fat Cells
Each day, you breath in dirty air, and smoke, and eat food with horrible carcinogens and impurities. And, your body attempts to protect you from these impurities by storing them in your fat cells. The problem with your body operating this way, is that it makes you bloated and larger than you deserve to be! You can fix that!
To combat this bloating and get skinny properly I suggest you do two things. First, get a good body wrap from a spa or do one in your own home. By doing this, you'll lose many inches from your fat reserves as the toxins leave your system, and your body will be in an enhanced position to begin metabolizing fat. Not to mention, it will do wonders for you psychologically, as you will have such a great jump start on your hopes to get skinny in ten days.
At Least a Little Exercise
Exercise is necessary, but nowhere near as important as eating properly. If you are eating as I suggested, and drinking lots of water, you won't need more than 20 minutes of good exercise, 3 times a week. And, in doing this, you'll be able to meet your goal and get skinny in 10 days.
It really is that simple. Get rid of all those harmful toxins, eat like you've never eaten before, and do some basic exercise, and you WILL get skinny.
How to Avoid Acne
1. Remove dead skin cells regularly by exfoliating. Use an abrasive cloth or scrub, or use an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant like salicylic acid and glycolic acid. Remember that over-exfoliating can actually increase the likelihood of red, dry skin by irritating the skin.
2. Remove bacteria from your pores. Your skin can become "allergic" to this bacteria. Use anti-bacterial products containing benzoyl peroxide by rubbing, twice daily, into the pores over the affected region or washing with a medicated bar soap or wash. Keep in mind that this may cause dryness, local irritation and redness.
3. Avoid exposing your skin to other sources of oil and irritants.
* Break the habit of touching your face.
* Keep bangs off of your forehead. The oil in hair as well as hair products in general may clog pores.
* If you use a phone a lot, don't let it touch your face.
* Change your pillowcases and sheets once a week to prevent the build-up of oils and bacteria that can re-occupy your pores.
* Use non-comedogenic moisturizers and makeup. Choose cosmetics that are water-based and hypoallergenic. Avoid oil-based products, coal tar derivatives, and heavy creams. Make sure you wash your skin thoroughly every night to remove makeup residue.
4. Review your diet and the research surrounding the links between diet and acne. The relationship between food and acne is a debatable topic. Your diet may or may not have an effect on acne.
* Studies have shown a correlation between milk and acne. Try substituting with soy milk and other calcium-rich foods.
* Excessive consumption of foods high in iodine, such as seafood, may worsen acne, but probably won't trigger it.
* Research suggests--but does not prove--that a diet with a low glycemic index may reduce the likelihood of acne. High glycemic foods to replace with healthier alternatives include:
o soft drinks (drink water instead)
o sweets (substitute with fruit)
o white bread (replace with whole wheat bread)
5. Consult a dermatologist regarding your acne. Minimize use of medication containing halogens (iodides, chlorides, bromides), lithium, barbiturates, or androgens.
6. Keep your bedsheets clean. Wash your pillow case on a regular schedule to reduce the transfer of natural body oils.
7. Wash your face at least two times a day. Use face washes specifically designed to remove oils and bacteria that contribute to acne.
What is a Unit of Alcohol?
Sensible drinking
If you drink moderate amounts of alcohol, then you do not have a problem in terms of
sensible drinking.
However, many people think they drink sensibly when it fact they don’t.
It is advised by medical experts that men generally should not drink more than three to four units of alcohol per day. Women, on the other hand, should drink no more than two to three units of alcohol per day.
What is a unit of alcohol?
1 Unit of Alcohol = 10ml of pure alcohol
A rough estimate about this is:
• 1 measure of spirits = 1 unit
• 1 pint of ordinary lager, bitter or cider,
175ml glass of wine = 2 units
• 1 pint of strong lager = 3 units
• many wines at approximately 11 / 12%
alcohol with a small glass as a measure
equates to 1.5 units
Health risks
Alcohol abuse is responsible for a wide range of health problems which is associated with dehydration, unconsciousness and drowsiness. If you continue to drink heavily or even binge drink, you are risking experiencing more serious health problems, including cancer, liver problems and heart disease. In terms of losing weight, drinking can reduce the number of calories you burn, increase your appetite and for men, lower testosterone levels for up to 24 hours after you finish drinking.
Why should you stop smoking?
Smoking
As everyone is aware, smoking can lead to serious health problems and diseases, that
can affect everyone who comes into contact with them, directly or indirectly.
More recently, smoking has been prohibited from many public places worldwide and
many support services are increasing to make sure that people avoid the temptation to
smoke.
Why should you stop smoking?
From what most people who quit smoking suggest, they have given up their habit to create better lifestyle opportunities for themselves and others - improve their sex lives, attract the opposite sex or reduce any potential harm on someone else’s health. Many estimates and current research suggest that non smokers live ten years longer than smokers do.
Smoking is renowned for causing many diseases such as lung cancer, bronchitis and heart disease, as well as strokes, bronchitis, stomach ulcers, leukaemia and other cancer related conditions.
Also, it has been suggested that smoking has the capacity to worsen chest problems, allergies and colds. When involved in exercise, people who smoke also may feel short of breath, are prone to coughing and might sneeze more.
Smoking has also been linked to cellulite and is not able to make you lose weight. If you want to lose weight, there are far safer measures available to you. Second hand smoke or passive smoking is also linked to cancer. Children who are passive smokers are more prone to croup, pneumonia bronchitis, ear infections, tonsillitis, wheezing and childhood asthma. Also, pregnant mothers who smoke are exposing their baby’s health to harmful gases and chemicals.
Checking Your BMI [Free Download BMI Widget]
Getting fitter and living a healthier life is not impossible if you engage in healthy eating
and physical activity. By doing so, you can reduce your chances of developing various
diseases and can also help you achieve your desired healthy weight.
Checking your body mass index
By being healthy, eating the right things, exercising appropriately, you can sensibly
bring your weight down. To check your BMI, simply take your weight (in kilograms) and divide it by your height (in metres) squared.
Download BMI Widget "HERE"
Notably, being under 20 on your BMI means you are underweight, whereas over 25 is
considered overweight, and over 30 is obese.
Healthy diet
Low fat and low calorie foods include fruit and vegetables. By eating more fruit and vegetables, instead of high in fat food and sugars, will significantly help you reach your desirable healthy weight.
Exercising
The only way to make exercise part of your life is to build this into your everyday life.
Many people go for a brisk walk, gentle jog or try an exercise class. Everyone is
different, so you must choose something that you find enjoyable. As a fully pledged adult, you should try to get your heart rate up at least four to five times a week.
5 Top Tips
1. Keep an accurate food diary
2. Set healthy and manageable goals
3. Ensure you make healthy choices within your routine
4. Be proud about your progress
5. Make a strong commitment towards lifelong changes
Benefits of Exercising
• Boost to your emotional well being – Even light exercise can help boost your
mood. Also, more intense exercise can stimulate the release of mood elevating
compounds called endorphins.
• Reduce risk of heart disease – If you are overweight or obese, you are more
prone to heart disease, as you have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. You
can improve your cardiovascular function if you partake in exercise.
• Improvement to memory – If you exercise more regularly, you move blood
and oxygen to all your body’s organs, including the brain, which is great for
revitalising your mind.
• Reduced risk of Diabetes – Physically active people are less likely to develop
Diabetes, as exercise increases the body’s ability to use sugar for energy and
thereby decreases the need for insulin.
• Other benefits include: - Improved sleep pattern, increased strength,
improved energy level, pain relief, longevity and increased bone density.
Physical Activity
Getting active is one of the best ways to lose weight and keep fit. There are all sorts of activities and sports that can get you moving and aid weight loss. Being physically active is not just a good way to lose weight it also keeps you fit and healthy. Cycling, Dance, Football, Gym, Running/Jogging, Racket Sports, Swimming, Tai Chi, Walking/Rambling and Yoga. 
Calories and Weight
A pound of fat equals 3500 calories. To lose 1 pound a week you will need to expend 3500 more calories than you eat that week, whether through increased activity or decreased eating or both. Losing 1-2 pounds of fat a week is a sensible goal, and so you will want to use the combination of increased activity and eating less that will total 3500 calories for 7 days.
Although exercising is great just being more active is also a good way to burn calories. There are many small changing you can make to your daily routine that will burn calories for example:
• Take the stairs instead of the lift
• Keep walking whilst the escalator caries you up
• Walk or cycle instead of driving short distances
• Park your car further away than you need to or get off the bus one early
• Do some exercise on your lunch hour - swimming, yoga etc
Healthy Eating
Why is healthy eating important?
As we get older, managing your weight properly and getting the right balance of food types will improve your overall feeling of well-being, whilst also reducing the risk of developing illness and diseases.
Do you have a healthy diet?
Healthy diet explained:
:. Try to have plenty of starchy foods such as rice, bread, pasta, potatoes,breakfast cereals, yams and sweet potatoes. Always try to go for the wholemeal variety in these foods where possible
:. Aim to have five portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables daily
:. Use a moderate amount of dairy product and look for low fat varieties.
:. Moderate amount of meat, fish or alternatives such as eggs, beans, peas and lentils - look for lower fat versions where possible
:. The occasional treat (foods that are higher in fat, salt and/or added sugar should
only be eaten in moderation)
:. Little salt - always read the label
Replenish Yourself
• Get moving. Walk, hike, clean, dance, swim, or play sports 30-60 minutes five days a week. Plan weekly family exercise outings where you all venture out for a hike, go bike riding, or simply head to the park to throw a Frisbee.
• With all the activity that surrounds a typical day as a mom, it becomes easy to forget to look after ourselves. However, in order to take care of your family, you must nurture yourself.
• Nourish your body. Store easy-to-grab snack packs with sliced fruit and veggies, granola, or yogurt in your cupboard and fridge. Make natural fruit smoothies instead of milkshakes for you and the kids. Your body is primarily made up of water; keep your body refreshed by drinking eight glasses of water a day.
• Find time to relax. Meditate, read, and meet with friends to enhance your health and happiness.
• It is important for your body, mind, and soul to feel the same care you so freely provide for your family.
Brain Food for Preschoolers
• Your preschooler’s brain is growing at a most impressive rate, and she’s soaking up everything around her. In order to keep your happy little sponge extra absorbent, she needs to get the vitamins and nutrients that aren’t found in jelly and mac-n-cheese.
• The brain grows fantastically when given plenty of fatty acids, iron, protein, and zinc. DHA or docosahexaenoic acid is a vital nutrient that facilitates the development of synapses that are used to transport information from one cell to the next to the brain. Our babies thrive when receiving a healthy dose of DHA, which is naturally found in breast milk.
• To supply this to your children as they grow, look for foods containing omega-3 fatty acids, including fish, eggs, yogurt, or sprouted breads. Iron rich foods include fish, meat, nuts, and cheese.
• Whole grains, milk, fruits and veggies, such as peas and bananas, contain B-vitamins that help keep the brain healthy and their energy levels on full speed.
• Make sure your preschooler is continuing to drink low-fat organic milk, yogurt, and cottage cheese for calcium and protein. It’s important to promote your tot’s ability to learn.
• Filling her belly with the right ingredients is important for your rapidly growing child, it also ensures her brain is getting the right stuff to keep up!
• Talk with your pediatrician about your preschooler’s healthy diet.
Simple Tips for Healthier Grocery Shopping
• Follow the Food Guide Pyramid when planning your family menus and making your grocery list.
• Shop the perimeter of the market where all the fresh foods are offered.
• Buy foods that are raised on an organic or cage-free farm, (for example, chicken, beef, eggs) grow on a tree (such as fruit), or grow in the ground (vegetables, grains, legumes).
• Avoid processed foods, food in cellophane, and food from boxes.
• Avoid sugar.
• Avoid artificial sweeteners.
• Avoid fried foods.
• Avoid food coloring.
• Stock up on water.
• Shop for organic food from sustainable and local farms.
Vitamins are Lifeamins!
• Diets rich in potassium may help to maintain healthy blood pressure. Good fruit and vegetable sources include sweet potatoes, tomato paste, tomato puree, beet greens, white potatoes, white beans, lima beans, cooked greens, carrot juice, and prune juice.
• Vitamin A keeps eyes and skin healthy. It also helps to protect against infections. Good fruit and vegetable sources include sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, spinach, turnip greens, mustard greens, kale, collard greens, winter squash, cantaloupe, and red peppers.
• Vitamin C helps heal cuts and wounds and keeps teeth and gums healthy. Good fruit and vegetable sources include red and green peppers, kiwi, strawberries, sweet potatoes, kale, cantaloupe, broccoli, pineapple, Brussels sprouts, oranges, mangoes, tomato juice, and cauliflower.
Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables
• Fruits and vegetables are great sources of many vitamins, minerals, and other natural substances that may help protect you from chronic diseases. Eating a balanced diet and making other lifestyle changes are key to defending your body’s good health.
• Diets rich in dietary fiber have been shown to have a number of beneficial effects, including decreased risk of coronary heart disease. Good fruit and vegetable sources include navy beans, kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, lima beans, white beans, soybeans, split peas, chick peas, black eyed peas, lentils, and artichokes.
• Healthy diets with adequate folate may reduce a woman’s risk of having a child with a brain or spinal cord defect. Good fruit and vegetable sources include black-eyed peas, cooked spinach, great northern beans, and asparagus.
Follow The Food Guide Pyramid
• The Food Guide Pyramid is a picture of what to eat each day. It’s super easy to follow and will help you plan your daily menu.
• Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are associated with good health.
• Low saturated-fat diets rich in fiber-containing grain products, fruits, and vegetables may reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.
• Milk products provide protein, vitamins, and minerals and are a great source of calcium.
• Monounsaturated fats lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) and increase the HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol). Nut, canola, and olive oils are high in monounsaturated fats.
• Drinking enough water is essential to keeping hydrated, converting food into energy, and carrying nutrients through the body.
• It's never too late to start eating well.
• Just like your grandmother told you, an apple day keeps the doctor away.
Healthy Eating Starts in the Kitchen
Introduce healthy eating habits by engaging your children in cooking and dining activities. Preschoolers can:
Arrange serving trays
Mix ingredients
Set and clear the table
Stir ingredients
Fold napkins
Break ingredients with their hands
Practice their phonics by reading words in recipes
Pour ingredients
Learn math by measuring
Crack eggs
Make up cooking songs
Peel hard boiled eggs
Dance, sing, and enjoy!
Butter bakeware
Play Time is Family Time
•Nothing is more contagious than the affection and energy gained from your preschooler during play.
•Hide n’ seek games follow the traditional peek-a-boo fun that your baby once thrived on.
•Preschoolers adore art. Make an art table outside in your backyard. Paint, glue, and draw to your heart’s content.
•Get outside and explore. Gather leaves and ask your child to sort by size, color, or shape.
•Use bean-bags to bowl down empty plastic bottles, or cut 2-litter milk bottles in half and roll a small ball back and forth to scoop it up using your homemade glove.
•Container play is a great opportunity to work fine motor skills as well as problem solving abilities. Use a large coffee can and cut out various sized circles in the lid. Have your young preschooler fill the can by pushing objects through the correct sized holes.
•Make your own “treasure” bag by using a pillowcase filled with various objects, including, a spoon, ball, cup, book, or small doll. Ask your child to close their eyes and locate the object you ask for by touch only.
•Preschool play is time to grow, learn, and explore together; so get down on the floor and enjoy!
Develop Healthy Habits in the First Three Years
Developing healthy nutrition, movement, and exercise habits starts young. As early as 10 months babies are running about exploring their environments. Teach your children the habit of movement beginning in the early years:
:. When baby is 6-10 months of age, walk with baby in stroller or in a baby carrier.
:. When baby can walk, begin exploring your garden, go for short walks in front of your home, and delight in trips to the park.
:. Encourage your preschooler to play, jump, throw, skip, and run.
:. Walk as a family to and from school.
:. Walk around the block after dinner.
:. Play catch, shoot the basketball, and kick the soccer ball for 10 minutes anytime!