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There is no quick-fix solution to acne. Getting rid of acne involves a lifestyle change – which means that treating acne is a long-term commitment. While there are medications to battle acne, if you do not abet it with the proper facial care regimen, then your acne will either have free reign over your face, or it will take longer to clear up.

How it Works
Acne is caused by bacteria that get stuck in your skin. Your sebaceous glands – the oil secreting parts of your skin – sometimes become over productive, especially during puberty when there is a lot of hormone production going on. This could cause the oil glands to plug up and turn into mini cesspools for bacteria to grow.

When the bacteria in these plugs cause inflammation, it causes pimples and facial cysts. If they don’t get infected, they still form blackheads and whiteheads. Thankfully, you can help your skin battle pimples by following a simple facial care regimen.

1. Wash Up. Cleaning your face regularly is an essential part of treating your acne. Washing gets rid of the excess oil, and reduces the bacterial growth on your skin. Most acne facial cleansers are medicated to help kill bacteria, and reduce the oil production of your skin.

Some other essential elements facial cleansers and toners contain are Salicylic acid, astringents, and antibacterial ingredients such as Triclosan. Salicylic acid dries pimples so that they heal faster. They also help slough off dead skin cells so that fresher, healthier skin is revealed from beneath.

Astringents help tone skin and close pores so that they are not as prone to bacterial growth. It also helps reduce oil production. Triclosan can kill bacteria, but in dosages found in cleansers, they could even promote the increase of resistant bacteria. You have to be wary of this.

2. Diet. A diet rich in vitamins and minerals can help reduce acne. Fruits are a great source of anti-oxidants that can help reveal a fresh, cleaner face. Vitamin C is essential to fighting off infections and inflammation. It also helps acne heal faster.

Vitamin B5 has been proven to help acne heal faster. However, it has to be taken in large doses and monitored by a dermatologist. Try avoiding too much sweets and oily foods as they could promote the production of oil and could keep pimples from healing quickly.

3. Hygiene. Make sure that everything that comes in contact with your face is clean. Have your pillow cases and bed sheets replaced every so often so that they do not carry bacterial that could cause acne. Refrain from touching your face too.

Wash your hands often. This is a great way to prevent both acne break outs and a host of other bacteria-caused illnesses.

4. Sleep. You should get your required 8 hours of sleep per day. This helps your body recuperate from the stresses of the day. Stress can cause pimples (via the oil production glands). Also, pulling all-nighters can also cause your oil glands to go into overdrive.

5. Water. Drink a lot of water. Water helps flush toxins from the body. It will also visibly reduce the oiliness in one’s skin. This will result in healthier, clearer skin. Couple this with exercise and you will have a body with a lesser chances for acne.

Conclusion
It really doesn’t seem too much doesn’t it? Actually, an anti-acne lifestyle is pretty simple to commit too. But its effect on your facial health – and even your overall health – is startling!

Charlene J. Nuble
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Total Skin Wellness

Author: Contessa Akin

>The first step to TOTAL SKIN WELLNESS is Maintenance, for the skin you “CAN” see

• Cleanser – of course

• Tonic – final rinse and first layer of age or problem specific treatment

• Scrub – privides physical exfoliation by polishing the skin of dead surface cells

• Moisturizer – hydrates the skin as well as protects against moisture loss. No matter what, ALL skin needs moisture

The next step to TOTAL SKIN WELLNESS is Repair, for the skin you “CAN’T” see

• Repair products are designed to work on the deepest layers of your skin, therefore reducing the level of irritation and can be used by those with sensitive skin.

• The goal is to loosen the glue that holds dead skin cells together.

• This is where Microderm Abrasion comes in as the physical exfoliator that shaves the skin’s surface and removes cells at a deeper level.

• Microderm Abrasion Facial Buffing Creme is formulated with Aluminum Oxide Cystals, (the same stuff used in clinical treatments) that are laser cut to be sharp, not jagged.

• When skin cell turnover increases, your skin starts to look healthier and younger.

The final step to TOTAL SKIN WELLNESS is Prevention for the skin you “WILL” see.

• Preventing damage is the key to long term skin care.

• UV rays cause close to 90% of skin damage.

UVA – aging rays

UVB – burning rays

• Using a physical sunscreen will provide an invisible sheild and is more gentle to your skin. Even those with sensitive skin can us a physical sunscreen.

• Using a chemical sunscreen (like most) soaks into your skin and can cause irritation.

Another damaging factor is Oxidation, like when you cut an apple and reveal fresh fruit, but soon it turns brown, that is Oxidation and it occurs on our skin.

• Say GOODBYE to free radicals with Tri-C Complex (3 forms of vitamin C) and vitamin’s A&E, you have a power packed prevention system for round-the-clock protection.

>Stress is a normal part of life. Events that happen to you and around you, and

many things you do to yourself put stress on the body.

HOW DOES STRESS AFFECT HEALTH?

• The human body is designed to experience stress and react to it.

• Stress that continues without relief can lead to distress – a negative stress reaction.

• Stress also becomes harmful when people use alcohol, tobacco or drugs to try and relieve their stress.

• 43% of all adults suffer adverse health effects from stress.

• 75 – 90% of all doctor visits are for stress related ailments and complaints.

• Stress is linked to the leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents, cirrhosis of the liver and suicide.

• The Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) declared stress a hazard in the workplace. In terms of lost hours due to absenteeism and reduced productivity, Workers Compensation claims that stress costs American industry more than $300 billion annually.

• The lifetime prevalence of an emotional disorder is more than 50%, often due to chronic, untreated stress reactions.

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Stress is an unavoidable part of life and can be good or bad. One way to evaluate the stress in your life is to ask yourself the following questions:

• What factors, such as life cycle, transitions or changes may be

contributing to my stress levels?

• What job, family or personal stress do I have?

• Do I have enough time?

Conclusion

When you hold a Spa Escape, you are not only promoting a relaxing lifestyle, you are saving lives!

SPA ESCAPES SAVE LIVES!

About the Author:

My name is Contessa. I am showing you how to take care of your skin and get the results you have been searching for all along but still have yet to find. Start experiencing what really works!! Begin here at http://www.spatacularskin.com

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