Here is an excellent article discussing improving your complexion with simple acne solutions. These tips will help you to adopt a better skin care routine. If you come up with your own regime, you can get the skin you have always wanted. Eating a healthy diet can help to keep your skin clear and fresh.

A good acne fighting vitamin is zinc, which can help to reduce free radical formation under the skin. If you are suffering from cystic acne and you want to decrease the appearance of blemishes on your face, you should include a zinc supplement in your diet everyday to eliminate the acne from within.

Eliminate body acne for good. Acne on the body can be made worse with sweating; make sure to use a medicated soap, and shower right after exercise.

There is no foolproof plan to prevent acne attacks; however, you can make efforts geared towards prevention. Whenever you use hair products, be sure to shield your skin when applying the product. Hair products contain a lot of oils, which can exacerbate an existing acne problem or even cause it.

If you are dealing with acne, wash all of your towels, sheets, and pillow cases frequently. Linens have the ability to trap bacteria that can be the cause of your acne symptoms. Wearing the same clothes for a long period can encourage bacteria as well.

One way to prevent or lessen the effects of acne is by following a strict cleansing regimen. You have to make a date with your skin to keep it as clean as it can be. Using a cleanser that is made for your skin, clean it both morning and night. If you wash too frequently, your glands may produce more oil. Washing your face regularly is a great way to prevent acne.

Natural skin products will often offer the cure to your acne problems. Products that are common and widely available in stores often contain harsh chemicals that will worsen your current skin condition. This can lead to blocked pores, making your acne problem worse. Using the natural products will aid the skin in its healing because of the antibacterial properties they contain.

Those suffering from a skin condition should first consult a doctor about possible solutions. Dermatologists are doctors who specialize in skin care. They often have the greatest base of knowledge when it comes to acne,and can prescribe some beneficial medications. The advice in this article can help you treat acne and prevent outbreaks where ever they appear on your body.

by Gabe Cunningham Monday, June 4, 2012 http://www.bakersfieldvoice.com/content/improve-your-complexion-these-acne-solutions

What’s all the fuss about Anti-Oxidants? What is an Anti-Oxidant? Isn’t there a lot of Hype about the benefits of Anti Oxidants?

We did a bit of research on-line to see what information is available, and found articles with good references. We have quoted below, portions of two articles with the links and author names so that you can read more. They give you the “in a nutshell” explanation of what antioxidants to, and whether or not they are beneficial in skin care products.

“Antioxidants are powerful substances that help to fight inflammation-containing substances in the body known as free radicals. Free radicals are emitted when your body breaks down food or taken in when your body is exposed to harmful irritants, such as cigarette smoke, pollution or radiation. Antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin A or beta-carotene can be applied to the skin in order to reduce free radical damage.

When free radicals damage the body, they particularly break down collagen proteins in the body. Collagen is responsible for helping the skin maintain its elasticity and strength and help it to appear more supple and young. By applying an antioxidant cream that can seep into the dermal layers of skin, the antioxidants can neutralize free radicals and allow collagen production to continue.”

Feb 25, 2010 | By Rachel Nelson

http://www.livestrong.com/article/87141-benefits-antioxidants-skin-care/

“Antioxidants are substances that hunt oxygen-free radicals, the unstable particles that can damage cells. Free radicals may also cause sun damage and even skin cancers. Exposure to sunlight depletes antioxidants in the skin, but these antioxidants can be replaced.

Antioxidant ointments, creams, and lotions (“topical products”) may help reduce the risk of wrinkles and protect against sun damage. Unlike sunscreens, they build up in the skin and are not washed away, so the protection may last longer. Selenium, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), and alpha-lipoic acid are types of antioxidants that come in topical form. Many are proving to be very beneficial for the skin.”

Read More at: http://www.umm.edu/patiented/articles/what_professional_resurfacing_procedures_skin_wrinkles_000021_5.htm

There is more in this article about Vitamin C and Vitamin E as well. Both of these are powerful antioxidants and studies are showing that they work very well to reduce inflammation, skin roughness and wrinkle depth.

We wanted to find out which anti-oxidants we would recommend you look for in skin care, and how to read the label to tell which ingredient is which.  There are many, many different anti-oxidants available to be used in skin care. We have looked up a few for you:  Here is a short list of what to look for on the label.  Here we list the common name first and the INCI name and variations after it. (Labels list the INCI name):

Vitamin E – Tocopherol

Vitamin C – Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbate, Calcium Ascorbate, Ascorbyl Palmitate and Ascorbic Acid Phosphate.

Vitamin A – Retinol Acetate, Retinol Palmitate, Retinyl Acetate

Enzymes – Superoxide Dismutase, Catalase, or Peroxidase

Green Tea Extract – Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Ingredients (INCIs) are listed in order of highest to lowest concentration in skin care and beauty products. So if the anti-oxidants listed are high on the list, are more likely to be effective.  Also, if there are several listed, they can have a good effect as a combination, since they work synergistically with each other. For example, Vitamin C combined with Vitamins A and E work to synthesise collagen: they help to repair skin cells. How cool is that?

During my research I learned that Vitamin C-rich foods are really effective at eliminating the free radicals and helping with healing.  You can take vitamin C supplements or eat blueberries, tomatoes, strawberries, oranges, pineapple, cranberries, potatoes or broccoli.

Well all of this research about ingredients is making me hungry.  So many yummy foods contain anti-oxidants….  Hmm I think I will have some blueberries!

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