Sunday, August 29, 2010

Basic Skin Care Needs

There's tried-and-true ways to properly care for your skin, from the right way to cleanse your face, to the best moisturizers and sunscreens.

Before we start with the proper daily 4-step skincare routine, you'll need to know your skin type. How you care for your skin is utterly dependent on the type of skin you have: oily, normal/combination, dry, sensitive or sun- damaged.

The Basic 4-Step Skincare Regimen Step 1: Cleansing



Simple is key here. You need to find a good cleanser that your skin responds well to, and stick with it.

You can find a good cleanser at the drugstore. There's no need to spend $40 on a fancy wash. Avoid bar soaps as they tend to dry out the skin. According to Rona Berg, in her book, "Beauty," a French cosmetics executive once told her, "Soap should only ever touch your skin from the neck down." We agree. Choose a creamy cleanser if you have dry skin or a clear cleanser if you have oily skin.



Be careful not to cleanse too often. Washing at night should do you. If you have dry skin, consider cold cream like Pond's, which the French use. Simply apply cream, then wipe off, no water needed (if you have hard water it can be especially harsh on skin). Most women prefer the water method: Use warm water to loosen dirt and clogged pores. Use a dime-sized bit of cleanser, then rinse with cool or lukewarm water. You'll also want to take off your makeup with a proper makeup remover.

In the morning, a splash of lukewarm water is all you need (we find it's great for removing excess oils from your nightly moisturizing). Never wash your face with hot or cold water (both can cause broken capillaries).

Step 2: Exfoliate



Exfoliation is the step most people skip in their weekly skincare routine. But trust me, if you start properly exfoliating your skin, you will notice an almost immediate difference. According to Berg, one of the reasons men's skin looks more youthful than women's is because men tend to exfoliate daily when they shave. There are several ways to exfoliate skin: Microdermabrasion, chemical peels and retinoids.



Scrubs work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells that tend to dull your complexion. We find exfoliating skin once a week with a microdermabrasion kit keeps skin glowing year-round. Make sure you use a gentle scrub with tiny grains. Big grains in cheap scrubs can tear skin and cause more harm than good. My favorite microdermabrasion kit is made by LancĂ´me.


In the hour it takes to get a chemical peel, you can take off five years from your face. Can't afford the price tag for a monthly peel? Try some over-the-counter peels that work over the course of a month.

Retinoids (such as Retin-A or the more moisturizing Renova) also work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells while also generating collagen in the skin. "Collagen is the skin's structural fiber," dermatologist Dennis Gross said in O Magazine. "As we get older, it breaks down, creating lines and large pores." Skincare experts disagree on all sorts of things, but most of them consider retinoids to be a miracle skin saver. I'm addicted to Retin-A, which I pick up in Mexico on my yearly jaunts.

Should you use a toner? Some people swear by toners, but many beauty experts do not (I once read a skincare expert claim, "toners are only for copy machines"). Toners are meant to remove all remaining traces of oil, makeup and dirt, but a good cleanser should do this. I firmly believe it's up to you. If you like the way your skin feels with a toner. Buy it. Use it. Enjoy it.

Step 3: Moisturize



While I know of at least one famous beauty editor who swore skin doesn't need moisturizer, basically everyone else I've read disagrees and is an adamant believer in it. A basic law of beauty is that everyone, no matter her skin type, should moisturize. Even if your skin is oily, it will benefit from moisturizers. (The only exception is those with acne). Why? Moisturizers seal moisture into skin (Berg calls this the "Saran Wrap effect"). So how much should you moisturize? Your skin will tell you. When your skin is tight, it's crying out for moisture. Be careful not to over moisturize -- this can clog pores.

Are eye creams necessary? Well maybe. Some beauty experts strongly recommend eye creams. Why? The skin around the eye contains no fatty tissue and is therefore very thin and susceptible to wrinkles. Special eye creams are formulated to "thicken" this area. Yet other experts (including the beauty editors of Allure in their new book) claim your daily lotion works around the eyes just as well.



Step 4: Apply Sunscreen



O Magazine ran an article featuring interviews with several top skin care experts and dermatologists. Every single one of them said sunscreen was the most important part of your skincare regimen. It was the secret they would pass on to their daughters.

The number-1 cause of wrinkles is sun damage, so it's important to use sunscreen from your early years on even in winter and on cloudy days. A great trick is to purchase two moisturizers: One for night and one for day that includes UV protection. Don't use moisturizers with sunscreen at night, the ingredients are not meant to be used 27/7 and can aggravate skin. When choosing a sunscreen, make sure it contains Mexoryl (found in my favorite sunscreen La-Roche Posay) or Helioplex, found in Neutrogena products.

What Is Dermatology

Dermatology is a branch of medicine which focuses on conditions of the skin, along with sweat glands, and other related body parts. There are numerous branches of dermatology, from cosmetic dermatology which focuses on elective procedures to immunodermatology, the study of conditions of the skin caused by immune system problems. People may receive referrals to a specialist in dermatology for skin problems which clearly require the attention of someone with special training; many people visit a dermatologist at some point in their lives for things ranging from dry skin to pre-cancerous moles.

In order to become a dermatologist, someone must first attend four years of medical school to receive a general education in the basics of anatomy, physiology, and the practice of medicine. After medical school, the would-be skin care doctor attends a medical residency which focuses specifically on the practice of dermatology. He or she may elect to attend an additional residency in a sub specialty of dermatology such as pediatric dermatology.

The skin is a very important body organ, and a wide range of conditions can involve the health of the skin; people who study dermatology are actually widely trained in a number of medical fields. A dermatologist can examine problem areas of skin to determine what is causing the problem, and recommend an appropriate course of action. For a condition like dry skin, this might involve medication, dietary changes, or the use of creams and oils to condition the skin. For something such as suspicious looking moles, the dermatologist might take a biopsy to find out whether or not the mole is malignant, and he or she may remove the mole if it proves to be cancerous.

Since the skin is such a visible body part, practices in cosmetic dermatology can be very profitable, because many people seek medical attention to change their physical appearance in an attempt to meet beauty standards. A cosmetic dermatologist may perform everything from liposuction to Botox® procedures with the intent of creating a desired look. In people with conditions which cause severe disfigurement, such as port wine stains, a cosmetic dermatologist can also make a radical difference by normalizing the patient's appearance and freedom of movement, allowing the patient to live a normal life.

The skin is the body's first line of defense. It is important to take good care of your skin, and to keep track of changes in the appearance and texture of your skin which might signify problematic conditions like cancer. You should go to a dermatologist if you notice radical changes in your skin, or if you want to seek treatment for things like painful burn scars, irritatingly dry skin, or spider veins, among many other conditions.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Foods that are Good for your Skin: Part Four

The previous three articles have all given you a in-depth list of which foods you should eat if you want to have good skin. This is the final installment in the series and again will give you a thorough list on which foods you should be eating if good skin is your goal.

16. Oranges

Oranges, yet another fruit that shows that true value that fruits have. It may sound like I’m just dragging on and on showing you the same foods, but I’m just trying to drill into your head the importance of fruits and vegetables for great skin.

17. Brussel Sprouts

Fruit is not the only source of vitamin C out there; there are also some vegetables such as brussel sprouts that is full of quality vitamin C. Now many people absolutely cannot stand the taste of brussel sprouts, but that does not mean that they are not an amazing food that should be included into your diet.

18. Whole wheat
Whole wheat is another great ingredient that is amazing for you food. What makes whole wheat so great is that it contains selenium. Selenium is great at improving skin at a cellular level and will keep you looking young and beautiful for years to come!

19. Lean red meat

Many people are cursed with poor skin due to the simple fact that they don’t have enough iron in their diet. Lean red meat is a definite must for anyone that is iron deficient and looking for great skin. Meat is also packed with good animal fat and high quality protein that is essential for human life.

20. Eggs

Eggs are another food that is full of iron and protein. Make sure to eat the yolk despite what the pseudo “experts” tell you about it being bad for you; the yolk contains more than half of the nutrient value of an egg.
Including these foods into your diet will go a long way towards improving your skin; however, you must note that this is only a list about which foods should be in your diet. You must also be sure to remove any food that should not be in your diet, most notably; processed foods. I hope that this series has helped give you a better understanding of which foods you need to help you have great looking skin!

Foods that are Good for your Skin: Part Three

This is the third entry to the series on Foods that are Good for your Skin, they all have given you a few items of food that are needed in your diet in order to help you achieve great skin. This article will do the same as the previous two, but it will have completely different foods.

1. Dairy

Dairy products are a great source of vitamin D, A, and calcium. Each one of those nutrients is a necessity in order to achieve the great skin that you are after. Many pseudo experts advise that you only consume “low fat” dairy products, but following their directions are sure to mislead you. You have to consume fat in order to be able to digest the vitamin, that’s basic physiology folks. Also when a food, such as dairy, is converted from its regular amount of fat to low fat, it has a ton of sugar and carbohydrates added to it in order to replace the fat. But that’s something you’ll never hear about because that could destroy the diet industry, which is currently brining home 40 billion dollars each year.

2. Omega 3


Omega3 has become all the hype as of late. It is a “good” fat that has exploded onto the mainstream and completely goes against the 80’s propaganda that fat is bad. omegas 3’s are great at reducing inflammation which is great for the skin. You can find omega 3 in virtually all fish, but if fish isn’t your thing, then be sure to check out omega 3 fish oil capsules at your local grocery store.

3. Fish Oil

I mentioned fish oil in the section above this and mentioned how it was an alternative to eating fish. Fish oil is a must have in your arsenal if you want to have great skin.

4. Nuts

Walnuts are an additional source of essential fatty acids that are provided with fish and fish oil. The only difference is that nuts are packed with omega 6’s while fish is filled with omega 3’s, both of these fats are essential to the body. Make sure to remember that peanuts are not a nut, they are a legume!

5. Grapefruit

Grapefruit, like all other fruit is full of antioxidants and also vitamin C. Both of those are essential for great skin as one fights off antioxidants and the other is great for delaying wrinkles.

This was yet again another short list that showed you what foods are good for your skin and that are a must to be included into your diet.

Foods that are Good for your Skin: Part Two

In part one of "Foods that are Good for your Skin I discussed the benefits of antioxidants in your diet and their role for fighting off skin damaging free radicals. I also gave you a list of some foods that I’ve found to be amazing for your skin and I recommend them to everyone. Part Two will again give you a short list of more foods that I find to be great for your skin and also great for your health.

1. Plums

Plums again are a fruit that is rich in antioxidants to fight off free radicals. Like I have stated previously, every fruit will be great for your skin, but there are a few that I’ve found to be the best. Plums are one of them, but despite being good for your skin, they’re also good for your body and taste absolutely amazing.

2. Sweet potatoes

This is another vegetable on the list the list that again, is packed with antioxidants. Sweet Potatoes are not the “candied yams” that get served each Thanksgiving; those are packed with sugar and should be eating sparsely, like once every year. It may sound like I am playing antioxidants to death, but they truly are a great nutrient to be consuming.

3. Broccoli

Broccoli is another great vegetable, and in my opinion, the best vegetable on this list. You’ve heard your mother say to “eat your broccoli” when you were younger, well the truth is that she was actually onto something. Broccoli is filled with vitamin A which is definitely a vitamin that many people are low on.

4. Spinach

Spinach is yet another vegetable that has been added to this list. If you can catch the pattern, fruit and vegetables are great for your skin, junk food is not! Spinach is also filled with vitamin A just like Broccoli and has also been found to contain a natural steroid; this great news for any weight lifters that may be reading this article.

5. Carrots

Carrots are again, another vegetable that is packed with vitamin A. If you’re not a fan of green vegetables, which you should be, then these are the way to go.

This was yet again another short list that showed you what foods are good for your skin. Every single food on this list should be included in your arsenal if you are truly trying to get good skin.

Foods that are Good for your Skin: Part One

It’s common sense that everyone should definitely know, that the better the food you consume, the better you will feel and look. If you only ever eat high processed foods that are absolutely dreadful from a macro-nutrient standpoint, then it will reflect in your body’s composition. In contrast, if you were to eat food that was pure and great for you then it too would reflect in your body’s composition and making you feel and look amazing.

This applies for all levels of your body’s health, including the health of your skin. If you want to have skin that looks amazing and has a healthy glow to it, then you need to start by actually paying attention to the types of food that you are consuming. I have compiled a list below of some of the best foods that you can easily add into your diet to help give you that supple skin that you are after:

1. Water

Dihydrogen Monoxide, better known as water is singlehandedly the greatest thing that you can put into your body. Going beyond it is essential for human life to sustain; it is also amazing for giving you great skin. The more water you drink, the better you will feel, that is a fact. Experts suggest that you aim for 8 glasses a day, but I aim for 10-12 glasses of water each day.

2. Green Tea

Green tea is another liquid that is a must for obtaining great looking skin. I do not advise that you drink this nearly as much as water as it has a lot of caffeine in it, but I would aim for 1 cup a day. You can drink it warm or cold, but you should avoid adding any sugars or artificial sugars to it in order to get the greatest benefit to your skin.

3. Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe, as with all fruit, is amazing at increasing the amount of antioxidants in your body. You’ve probably heard a ton about antioxidants in recent years as they have recently exploded in the health scene. These antioxidants will help repel free radicals that are able to cause damage to your skin and will help keep your skin healthy for years to come.

4. Tomatoes

This is another food that is absolutely rich in antioxidants and will have the similar skin-boosting benefits that cantaloupe will give you.

5. Berries

Strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries, are all three berries that are again, are filled with antioxidants. It doesn’t matter how you eat them; alone, with cereal, etc. they all taste great and are amazing for your skin. If improving your skins appearance wasn’t enough for you, it is also great to know that they have also been shown to improve your brains memory.

Friday, August 27, 2010

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Dermatology and Skin Care

If you have ever wondered how dermatology can help give you better skin then you are in luck as this is exactly what I will be discussing in this article. Many people only think that dermatology is for helping with skin diseases but they do not know that is has a lot to do with improving one’s skin care. This includes just about anything that seems to plague everyone at one point in their life such as: acne, rashes and dry skin.
If you were to ever suddenly break out with white heads and think that your only solution is to treat it with over the counter medications then you will be happy to know that it is actually a skin disorder that can be treated with prescription medicine. If you never knew this then it is a good thing that you finally do because you can now be able to attack those zits a lot sooner and a lot more effectively. The treatment is mainly with antibiotics which you would not have been able to get over the counter so it definitely helps to know that acne is a skin disorder.
If you also had a rash that you wanted to clear up, again it’s good to know that it too is a skin disorder. That again means that it is able to be treated with medications that are not available over-the-counter. If you have ever had to treat a rash you know how frustrating it is and how hard it actually is to do with only over the counter medications. For the majority of the time, a rash will go away on its own after a few days, but when it does not you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. There, he would be able to provide you with medication to help remove that rash so you can begin feeling normal again.
Another great thing about dermatology is improving your skin. There are many dermatologists out there that would be more than willing to take your money from them to help improve your skin. But if you want to try and get better skin the cheap way then you will need to know all that there is about improving your skin. I will discuss more about skin care in the next article, until then be sure to check out more about dermatology on the site.

Welcome to Dermatology

Welcome to my blog about dermatology. This site will provide everything you will need to know about dermatology and using to improve your skin. If you have any questions not answered on the site, feel free to contact me at Nwlbnyp@aim.com