How To Look Like A Baby

We admit it, the title of this article is designed to shock. But there is a truth behind it that beggars some attention. Wouldn’t any of us over 50, looking at our skin under a 100 watt lamp, love to know of some secret potion which would render our largest organ more supple, pliant and, yes..babylike?

A child’s skin renews itself completely every 2 – 3 weeks. The surface layers are shed, leaving the unexposed lower layer, which becomes the new upper layer, stays for a few weeks..and then the process starts all over again. And that’s why kids aren’t strong on skin cream!

So what happens when we get over 50, or even years before reaching that epochal age? Simply, the rate at which our skin renews itself starts to slow down. In place of discarding the old, dead skin cells, they start building up on the surface of the skin, causing the layers to get thicker and rougher. Unfortunately, that means any imperfections we have no longer fall off with the old layers. And here’s the kicker: we lose approximately 10% of our epidermal cells per decade, reducing our ability to make more healthy layers of skin. Plus, less moisture gets to the top layer of the skin, bringing about the wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin we see in our beloved grandparents and, eventually – ourselves.
Sadly there is NO perfect solution to Ma Nature’s cruel joke on us. But we can partially solve our dilemma by helping our skin to shed these unnecessary cells and uncover the soft layer below. If we do this, we can also help more moisture to rise to the top layer of the skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

Enter the world of skin creams. All-natural skin creams speed skin cell renewal and help slough off the dead skin cells which are covering the pores in your skin. Be a smart shopper however and make sure you choose a cream that both gets rid of the dead cells and helps your body to create new ones. Also, make sure that the cream you choose does NOT include harsh chemicals and is all-natural. If you are serious about your skin and take these suggestions to heart, you can rest assured that your skin will look younger and softer than ever in no time! Almost like a baby.

Fact About Body Lotions

Where do body lotions come from? In short, everywhere! From herbs, fruits, plant leaves, seeds, you name it. And these lotions work in so many ways, such as healing dry skin, improving skin texture, nourishing and replenishing  the skin’s lost natural oils and restoring the natural radiance of our largest organ. Here are a few of the most useful:

SHEA BUTTER. This creamy butter is derived from the fruit kernels of the shea nut tree. It has remarkable healing and softening abilities. Shea butter has anti-inflammatory effects on the skin, increasing wound healing and improving scar appearance. From it’s physical makeup of vitamin E, vitamin A and cinnamic acid - as well as a unique fatty acid profile, this butter can moisturize and heal dry skin.

SUNFLOWER OIL. This oil is rich in vitamins D and A and very high in fatty acids that aid in restoring skin moisture. Vitamin A  encourages collagen production and is able to retain moisture.

ALMOND OIL. Easily absorbed, this is an important nutrient for skin softening and conditioning. With high vitamin A content, it is very suitable to dry, flaky or inflamed skin. Helps the skin to balance it’s loss and absorption of moisture.

JOJOBA OIL. Good for all skin types, it readily penetrates the skin to nourish,moisturize and soften dry skin.  Hypoallergenic and pure, it contains minerals, proteins and a waxy substance which imitates the skin’s collagen, making it supple and soft to the touch.

COCOA BUTTER. Like Shea Butter, it acts as an emollient helping the skin feel soft and calm. It can also prevent and lessen stretch marks if applied regularly.

ALOE VERA. This is a miracle plant! Studies show that aloe vera can radically improve the skin’s ability to hydrate itself. It is a powerful penetrator which carries healthy substances through the skin. With daily use, aloe vera will help maintain a healthy, glowing skin. Because of it’s numerous biologically active ingredients, such as polysaccharides, phytosterols, glycerol, vitamins E, B and C, plus zinc - these all contribute to the healing, scar reducing and anti inflammatory effects of aloe vera.

MADACAMIA OIL. This oil has lubrication properties and is easily absorbed. This oil is high in monounsaturated fatty acids acting as antioxidants to prevent deterioration and weakening of cell membrane. Great for mature and aging skin.

GLYCERIN. It has humectant properties, drawing moisture from the air unto the skin.