tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69565658576988454262024-03-13T13:25:40.956-07:00Jasmine & Ginger Beauty SalonCarmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-78430725931413166702011-04-22T10:15:00.000-07:002011-04-22T10:15:32.695-07:00Natural face mask for all skins<h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><u><span lang="EN-GB"><em><span style="font-size: large;">APPLE FACE PACK</span></em></span></u></h1><h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></h1><h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;">This suits all skin types. If you have very oily skin, you may wish to use jojoba oil instead of almond.</span></h1><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><h2 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;">Ingredients</span></span></h2><h2 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; font-weight: normal; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">·</span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-weight: normal;"> ½ small apple, peeled and grated. </span></span></h2><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">·</span></span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></b><span lang="EN-GB">15 ml/ 1 tablespoon honey</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">·</span></span></b><span lang="EN-GB"> 1 egg yolk</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">·</span></span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></b><span lang="EN-GB">15 ml/ 1 tablespoon cider or wine vinegar</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">·</span></span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></b><span lang="EN-GB">45 ml/ 3 tablespoons almond oil</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Mix together all the ingredients and apply to the face and neck for 20 minutes and rinse off thoroughly with warm water.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Contact Carmelle at jasmineginger.co.za for any questions or comments. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-4891562523331390112011-04-22T06:22:00.001-07:002011-04-22T06:22:27.511-07:00Every breath you take.<h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;">Breathing</span></span></h1><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">The basic purpose of breathing is to provide the lungs with a constant supply of air from which oxygen can be absorbed into the blood stream and circulated to all the body’s tissues.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Exhaling empties the lungs for the next breath and allows the body to expel waste gases like carbon dioxide.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">There are 2 types of breathing</span></div><ol style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Chest breathing, which is the fastest way to get oxygen into the blood and usually happens during exercise, excitement, fear or anxiety. It’s usually called panting and is great to get your system going in the morning or to give you a boost when your energy level is low.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Diaphragmatic breathing is our normal, natural way to breathe. It’s more efficient than chest breathing and promotes relaxation rather than tension, and a feeling of wellbeing. More of your lungs are filled with oxygen and relaxed with each breath, providing more oxygen for metabolism.</span></li>
</ol>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-62755531009925710832011-04-11T10:43:00.000-07:002011-04-11T10:43:19.037-07:00How skin reveals your sins<h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;">Addiction</span></span></h1><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Addiction is like aging, it happens so gradually that you only notice it when it becomes a real problem.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Most people are addicted to something, whether it’s cigarettes, alcohol, carbohydrates or sweets and chocolates. Unfortunately it all has an effect on the appearance of the skin.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">The underlying cause of addiction is often a problem or situation in life which you find hard to face or escape from. Once the body gets used to a substance more and more is needed to get the same effect.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;">Nicotine</span></span></h1><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Tobacco is a powerful poison used in commercial insecticides. When handled in laboratories, the scientists wear anti-contamination suits. If you injected the nicotine of 1 cigarette directly into your vein, you would die.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Smoking and even second hand smoke causes free radicals and increases the rate at which skin loses collagen and therefore leads to premature aging as well as lots of other health problems.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Sometimes the aroma of black pepper essential oil helps to reduce the craving and anxiety for a cigarette. Smoking accounts for 25% of cancer related deaths.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><h1 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;">Alcohol</span></span></h1><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Excessive alcohol intake places stress on the liver, hinders the absorption of nutrients and dehydrates the body. For example 50 ml of spirits takes 200 ml of water to metabolise it. Alcohol damages cells and causes premature aging of the body, most noticeably on the skin.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Alcohol is also higher in calories than even chocolate. Research in Holland has shown that people who drank alcohol half an hour before eating, ate faster and consumed more calories than those people who didn’t drink alcohol.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Red wine in moderation, however, can be beneficial as the flavanoids in red grape skins are thought to have antioxidant properties. However alcohol is not for everyone, so if you don’t consume alcohol, there is no reason to start.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Generally women should try to keep their consumption of alcohol down to 4 units per week. Men can handle a couple more units of alcohol per week than women.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">For more information visit my website at www.jasmineginger.co.za </span></div>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-34772832208939339422011-04-05T11:42:00.000-07:002011-04-05T11:42:45.306-07:00Vitamins and Minerals for great looking skin<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">SUPPLEMENTS</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Supplementing your diet can give you the additional assurance that your body is receiving the nutrition it needs.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="NormalItalic" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><em>Vitamin A</em></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This fat soluble vitamin works so well on the skin that it is prescribed to heal severe acne and other skin problems, as it stimulates wound healing.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The safest way to take vitamin A, in supplement form, is to take beta carotene, with a meal. Consult your doctor before taking this supplement if you are a smoker.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">B-complex vitamins</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">B-complex vitamins protect the skin by controlling the chemicals which cause inflammation and regenerates cells. B vitamins are water soluble, so your bodies supply needs to be replenished daily. Take vitamin B in the morning.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Vitamin C</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Vitamin C is also water soluble so it needs to be taken daily. It helps to prevent free radical damage and helps in the production of collagen.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Increase your vitamin C intake slowly and divide the doses throughout the day and take them 30-40 minutes before meals.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Vitamin E</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This fat soluble vitamin is effective at repairing skin damage by moisturizing and improving elasticity as well as banishing free radicals.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take in the morning.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Calcium</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Calcium prevents osteoporosis and makes it possible for muscles, like the heart, to contract.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take in the evening.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Magnesium</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Best taken with calcium to build healthy bones and help muscles, like the heart, to relax. Magnesium also helps to alleviate the symptoms of PMS.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take in the evening.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Trace minerals</i> are so named because they are needed in minute quantities as large amounts can be toxic.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Chromium</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Chromium is a fast fat-burning supplement that can be used when dieting. It naturally slows inflammation down in the skin. It may also help to stabilize blood sugar levels.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Diabetics should consult their doctor before taking chromium.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take this supplement daily.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Selenium</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Selenium is an immune system booster, helps neutralize certain toxins and is a vital antioxidant.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take selenium daily.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Zinc</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Zinc is essential for great looking skin because it helps the body to maintain its collagen supply.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Zinc should be taken daily, in conjunction with vitamin C, to be the most effective.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Always take zinc with food or you could get nauseous.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Some other important supplements</b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Acetyl-L-Carnitine</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This supplement is recommended for people over the age of 50, struggling to repair their skin. It is also used as an aid to weight loss.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Divide the doses between breakfast and lunch.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Co-Enzyme Q10</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Co-Enzyme Q10 is an antioxidant that is the most easily depleted in the skin by sun exposure and toxins. It is able to get into the cell membrane and protect it from free radical damage.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Divide the dose between morning and lunch.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">People suffering from heart disease should consult their doctor for dosage information.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Alpha Lipoic Acid</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This is a strong antioxidant that also helps to raise the levels of vitamin C and E in the body. It helps to fight free radical damage on the inside and the outside of the body.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Divide the doses between breakfast and lunch.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">L-Glutmine</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">L-glutamine is an amino acid with many functions, such as the promotion of a healthy immune system and protection from liver damage.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Divide the doses between breakfast and lunch.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Omega 3 and omega 6 essential fatty acids work together to fight inflammation in the body.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The amount of omega 3 should always be double the amount of omega 6 taken.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take daily supplements.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Pycnogenol</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Pycnogenol protects your collagen and helps keep the skin smooth.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Take daily supplements.</div>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-61207553031739353822011-04-03T06:35:00.000-07:002011-04-03T06:35:12.098-07:00Food is great stuff<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">NUTRITION</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">For many of us, life becomes more sedentary, the older we become. A slower lifestyle means that your body needs fewer calories, yet the vitamin and mineral requirements stay the same or increase in order to prevent cellular aging and dietary deficiencies.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Excessive weight gain is not inevitable with age.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">In fact we should not weigh more than 9kg at 50 than we did at 20.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">If your waist measurement in centimeters is less than half your height in centimeters, then your weight does not present a health hazard, unless your weight is more than 20% below your standard weight range.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The freshness and quality of food is very important, since unwholesome foods create toxins in the body leading to disease, bad breath, dull skin and unhealthy hair.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">A good eating pattern is a large breakfast, a substantial lunch and a comparatively small evening meal.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Alternatively eat small quantities (up to 6 times) of food throughout the day.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The general guidelines for an anti-aging diet are to keep your calorie and saturated fat intake down, eat plenty of wholegrains, oily fish (3times a week), fresh fruit and vegetables (5 servings per day) and cut down on salt, sugar and caffeine.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The following foods have a specific role in anti-aging and should be included regularly in your diet: avocado, berries, garlic, nuts, melon and olive oil.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">I personally recommend the Environ range of supplements in my salon and in my home.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">More information is available at </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Jasmineginger.co.za or phone<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>+27 21 6831404</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-ZA" style="color: #7e7e7e; font-family: "Calibri", "sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;"><shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><stroke joinstyle="miter"></stroke><formulas><f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"></f><f eqn="sum @0 1 0"></f><f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"></f><f eqn="prod @2 1 2"></f><f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"></f><f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"></f><f eqn="sum @0 0 1"></f><f eqn="prod @6 1 2"></f><f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"></f><f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"></f><f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"></f><f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"></f></formulas><path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"></path><lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></lock></shapetype><shape alt="Description: cid:3384255015_1534945" id="Picture_x0020_1" o:spid="_x0000_i1025" style="height: 74.25pt; width: 96.75pt;" type="#_x0000_t75"><imagedata o:href="cid:3384255015_1534945" src="file:///C:\DOCUME~1\Carmelle\LOCALS~1\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.jpg"></imagedata></shape></span></div>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6956565857698845426.post-70236099351655365312011-03-29T09:53:00.000-07:002011-03-29T09:53:09.023-07:00Know your skin<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">SKIN DIAGNOSIS AND BASIC SKIN CARE</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Gender Gap</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">When it comes to differences in skin, the variations between men and women begin deep in the structure of the dermis and fat layer.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Men literally have thicker skin than women and thicker skin ages more slowly. Men also secrete slightly more oil onto their skin than women, which keeps their skin more moisturized. However in late middle age hormone levels start to decline, which results in thinner, more fragile skin.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">In women this drop in hormone levels is more dramatic, so the effect is more apparent. Therefore keeping the skin moist and hydrated is very important.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The best way to do this is to apply moisturizer to slightly damp skin to lock in water.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">What <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">skin type</i> means is whether your skin tends to be oily, dry or a combination of both. Skin can also be dehydrated and sensitive (easily stimulated).</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Regardless of your skin’s tone or type, a little care goes a long way.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Dry skin</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Dry skin is most commonly found on white skins and is recognized by a fine texture, with no apparent pores and often has areas of sensitivity, dry flaky patches, dilated capillaries and a tight feeling.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Dry skin can be caused by using a cleanser that’s too harsh or a moisturizer that’s not rich enough for your skins needs.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Use a mild, soap-free or milky cleanser to wash your face, never soap, and a moisturizer, which delays moisture loss, thus preventing further dryness.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">A thin layer of olive oil, applied to the face, makes a good before bed treatment or try applying the contents of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a vitamin E capsule to your face and neck once a week.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Dry skin is more prone to inflammation because of its lack of oil, so always use a total sunblock on your face, neck and chest.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">An oil-based foundation and cream-based make-up will help to soften fine lines and wrinkles.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Oily skin</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Oily skin is most commonly found on adolescents and brown skin. It has a general sheen and course texture and may also have an unstable pH. Generally oily skin is more acidic than it should be, which can cause a patchy complexion and can cause tinted foundations to change colour when applied.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The good news is that if you have an oily skin you are blessed because oil is our built-in lubricant, so you won’t wrinkle nearly as early as dry skin does. The solution is to not fight the oiliness, but to control it.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Use oil-free sunscreens and oil-free moisturizer and foundation, if you need it. Use powder make-up to head off shine, but don’t keep reapplying it or your face will start to look chalky.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Cleanse morning and night with a cleanser formulated for oily skin and don’t over scrub the skin.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Sometimes oily skin has lots of blackheads and pimples, this is called acne and can cause serious disfigurement and permanent scarring. It can occur on the face, neck shoulders and or the back.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Acne medications should be used with caution as they can further irritate and inflame the skin therefore medical advice should be sought for this condition.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Combination skin</i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The combination skin type is usually oily down the centre of the face and forehead, called the T-panel, and drier on the cheeks.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Choose cleansers formulated for combination skin together with a moisturizer and or sunscreen.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Use water based or oil free foundations.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">For more information contact Carmelle at Jasmine & Ginger Beauty Salon</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">021 6831404 or carmelle<span lang="EN-ZA" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;">@jasmineginger.co.za</span></div>Carmelle Tapscotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15589847295467800502noreply@blogger.com0