Health and Beauty Articles for Women

by Skincare-news.com team
Bruises are not only unsightly; they can be painfully frequent, as well. Just why do bruises seem to plague some skin types more than others? The answers might surprise you.

Whether you’ve been prone to bruising your whole life, or have just recently begun to notice these tell-tale purplish marks more frequently, there’s no doubt about it: bruising isn’t pretty. Bruises can be caused by a variety of reasons: trauma to the skin, certain medications or even some diseases can cause bruises as a side-effect. And sometimes no matter how careful you are, a bruise will still leave its stamp on your skin. But take heart—although you may not be able to completely stop these purply marks from appearing, there are some preventative skincare methods you can use to help make them very infrequent visitors!

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Your updated routine will primarily depend on how you’ve treated your skin thus far. If you were the religious sun bather, who drenched her skin in UV rays, with a cigarette in your left hand and a cocktail in your right, then it’s likely you helped usher in the arrival of your wrinkles and fine lines. That’s because, not surprisingly, too much smoking, alcohol and sun speed up the aging process. Or perhaps you were a regular when it came to sunscreen application and have Grandma’s genes to thank for your smooth and supple skin.

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Many have extolled the benefits of microdermabrasion for its rejuvenating powers. A quick procedure, this facial treatment has been widely popular. But before you book your first appointment, it’s important to know the details about microdermabrasion.

Spas and cosmetologists perform it, and overall a million clients have used it. In fact, according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, microdermabrasion, or microderm, was the fourth non-surgical dermatological method performed in 2005.

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Its summertime and bare feet and open-toed shoes are here to stay. But do you find yourself hiding those toes? Are your toenails looking a little worse for wear these days and have you found yourself wondering what caused this condition? Well, wonder no more. Feet, toes and toenails take more abuse on a daily basis than any other part of our bodies. Between ill-fitting shoes to daily foot-related trauma from walking around on hard pavement, toenails are due some TLC. So put your thinking cap on and let’s nail this conundrum!

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by Skincare-news.com team

Waxing
One of the oldest and most popular hair removal treatments is waxing. With various waxes available, including azulene or beeswax, this type of hair removal can be done at a salon, or more inexpensively at home. Home waxing kits are more user-friendly than ever. One of the best, Bliss Poetic Waxing Kit, with blue azulene wax, gently grabs even the tiniest hairs, and removes them cleanly at the root, ensuring a smooth, hair free appearance. In addition, the blue wax is formulated to be kind to sensitive skin, especially on the face.

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by Skincare-news.com team
Wondering how to change your makeup routine from playful summer hues to dramatic winter shades? These tips on colors and products will have you looking radiant and beautiful this season.

Protecting against dowdy and dreary skin
Protection is first on the list of winter makeup tips. No matter how much you spend on this season’s newest colors, your skin will look drab and dull if it isn’t properly cared for. Start with a freshly clean face, and then follow with a protective cream. When choosing a moisturizer, listen to your skin type: Whether it’s a cream, lotion or gel, let your skin type guide the amount of moisture and hydration you need. For a product that moisturizes and shields your skin from the elements, try MD Formulations Critical Care Shielding Crème, which is also suitable for most skin types.

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Upset because your manicurist painted your nails the wrong shade of red for an upcoming event? Turns out there are far worse problems to be wary of when it comes to nail salons.

In an article for the New York Times, Laurel Naversen Geraghty investigates grotesque and even dangerous nail infections that can easily be picked up at a salon.

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Did you know that stress can have a major effect on your skin?

We’ve all heard about how feeling anxiety can cause the usual things like high blood pressure, migraines and the like but did you know that you are actually more likely to see the impact of stress on your skin?  Your skin is your largest organ and not just a barrier to keep negative influences at bay, it is also a window into our health with direct connections to the brain.

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Don’t let a long flight turn you into a red-eyed fright! Instead, be prepared with a skincare flight kit that will protect the skin, prevent dehydration and keep you glowing from take-off to landing.

Flying can not only cause jet lag, it can cause a multitude of changes in the skin, as well. The dry environment, as well as the processed, often overly salty in-flight food, changes in altitude and being cramped for several hours into a tight, confined space can leave the skin lifeless, listless and dry. Waylay the negative effects of air travel on the skin by always packing a rescue travel kit, stocked with a few essential toiletries to help you maintain your beautiful complexion, both in the air and on the ground.

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Purchasing a sunscreen is easy: you go to the store, look for the one with the highest SPF, and decide whether you like the spray bottle or the lotion.

In a recent article in The New York Times, Natasha Singer, however, cautions that consumers must be smarter about their sunscreen and know what ingredients to look for, because guess what…as science has advanced, the FDA’s regulations on sunscreen labeling hasn’t. The FDA’s first regulations on sunscreen date back to 30 years ago, and with the progression of science, the label laws have yet to evolve.

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