| Monday, March 30, 2009 |
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Attack That Hair! 5 Fabulous Reasons to Use Laser Hair Removal
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Unwanted hair can be embarrassing and time-consuming to maintain whether you live in Chicago or another city. Over the years, endless methods have been applied to remove hair such as; waxing, shaving, depilatories, bad-odor creams, electrolysis and more. Have you ever thought of why there are so many methods to successfully or unsuccessfully, remove hair? Maybe it's because none of them are a permanent fix.
Laser hair removal throughout Chicago and other metropolitan areas became available in mid-1990 but has been commercially practiced for 20 years. Since its arrival in dermatologists offices, medical spas and more; laser hair removal is widely accepted and the latest method of permanent hair removal. There are at least 5 reasons to look into laser hair removal, beside the fact that you could stand to thin out the back hair. Here are five great reasons to get started today:
It's Permanent:
Laser hair removal is permanent hair reduction. Through a series of treatments, the laser can damage the hair follicle which slowly prevents the follicle from growing hair. After a few treatments, the treated area of hair will either not grow back at all, or will be so fine that it virtually falls out. The series of treatments are special to every individual however; dark coarse hair responds best to lasers. Imagine no more shaving...ever!
Not as Costly:
Messy shaving cream, razors, waxing at expensive salons, creams that can irritate your skin - besides the dreadful maintenance - it can be costly! Most women begin to notice hair on their legs and underarms when they hit puberty; 12, 13? Most men, probably the same. So imagine purchasing these products every few weeks just to get rid of one hair cycle until you return or purchase your next waxing appointment a few weeks later! It adds up! Invest once for permanent hair reduction with minimal or no touch-ups forever. Why wouldn't you invest in laser hair removal?
Painless:
Waxing and electrolysis can be painful. Ripping off hair? Electrical depilation? Ouch! Yes, electrolysis is permanent however; the pain can be unbearable which may prevent you from attending all of your appointment; which can result in failure to remove the hair. Laser hair removal can be uncomfortable but with technology of the cosmetic industry, many lasers are painless! Do your research and call dermatologists or medical spas that offer painless laser hair removal machines and free consultations. Make an appointment and find out of you're a candidate today!
Save Time in the Shower:
We all have dreaded it. For a woman, shaving your legs in the shower can take up to ten minutes! What about the bikini and the underarms? Every morning, we can spend the extra 10 - 15 minutes recovery in bed, that's an extra 7 hours a month! Men usually have help shaving their backs or other areas; they can forgo the embarrassment and have a licensed professional take care of it in just 30 minutes a month or two.
No More Stubble:
How many times have you draped your hand over leg and thought, "I just shaved yesterday?" Probably too often. Even though the hair is not seen to the naked eye, stubble can feel pretty sharp in bed snuggling up to the hubby or your loved one. Remove the hair, the stubble and embarrass once and for all.
So what are you waiting for? I could go on encouraging you to look into laser hair removal but I know with one consultation, you will be sold and shortly be hair-free. Visit a licensed medical aesthetician or dermatologist today and break free from alternatives that have wasted your time and money. If you live in Chicago seek out and find a reputable medical spa and they can provide treatments for you. Remember, you have 5 fabulous reasons why you should get laser hair removal whether you live in Chicago or anywhere else! |
| posted by Healthy Life @ 9:40 AM |
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| Monday, March 23, 2009 |
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What Are Fever Cold Sores?
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A lot of people have fever cold sores, but really don't understand it. A cold sore is essentially a blister that will grow around your lips. The term fever gets associated with this because your body will end up getting a fever the first time that you experience this. A lot of people assume that these blisters are some sort of irritation or just an infection, but it's actually caused by a virus. 8 out of 10 people have the HSV-1 virus in their body right now. There is no way to cure it and it is what leads to the sores on your lips. So now you know what fever cold sores are.
Your body and medical science still have a lot of obstacles to overcome when it comes to nerves in the human body. The way antibiotics and antibodies work is that they'll destroy any cells that a virus infects. The problem is that the HSV-1 virus will hide in your nerve cells. You can't destroy nerve cells or you're going to get into big trouble. Things will stop working. That's how this virus can hide in your body for years without having an outbreak, and just one day you'll end up with cold sores.
The reason that you'll have an outbreak of fever cold sores is that your immune system is weak. This could be due to just having a cold or maybe you're stressed out from work. Anything that can leave to your immune system being weak will probably lead to an outbreak of cold sores. |
| posted by Healthy Life @ 9:40 AM |
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| Monday, March 16, 2009 |
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How to Select Effective Age Spot Lotions
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Have you tried various age spot lotions only to be left disappointed and out some hard-earned cash? No matter what you have tried has just not worked as advertised. Most consumers just are not aware of the specific ingredients that an effective product should contain.
This article will provide tips on how to find effective age spot lotions. First, though, I will focus on why people get these brown spots on their skin. Most people think these spots appear due to age. However, in fact, they are caused by the over exposure to the sun. This causes an over production of melanin, which is a skin pigment. Eventually, the concentration of melanin in certain areas causes these brown spots to appear. Usually they start to form around the age of forty or so.
Now, I mentioned that many of the age spot lotions found on the market today do not contain the right ingredients. Many of the large cosmetic companies use inferior ingredients because they are cheaper to use. Thus, they make more money using cheaper ingredients.
In fact, some ingredients can be harmful to your health. For example, parabens are preservatives that prolong the shelf life of a product. This means that the product will sit on the store shelf until someone buys it. It is just another way for them to make more money. To top it off, parabens are potential cancer-causing agents.
Some consumers resort to harsh treatments of their age spots. This would include skin sanding, harsh acids and freezing. These particular treatments are expensive and side effects can occur.
The safest and most effective way to treat these skin blemishes is to use age spot lotions that contain specific natural ingredients that will inhibit the production of melanin in the skin. One of the most effective natural substances is Extrapone Nutgrass Root. This plant has been used in Chinese medicine for hundreds of years. It can reduce melanin production by up to forty percent.
Reducing the melanin production will help to reduce the age spots on your skin. Obviously, prevention is the first step to take. If you are in the sun, you must protect your skin with a strong sunscreen of at least SPF 15. In addition, wear proper clothing and a sun hat as well. The suns UV rays can be quite harmful, protect yourself so you do need have to deal with brown spots when you are older.
If you would like more information on the natural substances used in the most effective age spot lotions then please visit my website today. |
| posted by Healthy Life @ 9:40 AM |
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| Monday, March 9, 2009 |
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Top 5 Homemade Acne Masks
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While many people are suffering from acne only few of us have the knowledge to make our own acne treatment that helps us reduce our acne problems. With this short guide you will find out how to make homemade acne mask from few simple ingredients that are present at almost every home. For easier start we have selected top five acne mask recipes which you can use for your endless struggle with acne.
Acne Mask #1: Salt Mask
This one of the easiest homemade acne masks that you can make. To make it you need sea salt or cooking salt and some water. You put the salt in the water for 20 minutes then apply the mask to acne spots and leave it on for 10-30 minutes. Salt cleans the skin and dries acne spots which makes it perfect treatment for acne scars. If you have the option then go to swim in the sea and you do not even have to make the mask, you just swim in it and enjoy the natural acne treatment.
Acne Mask #2: Baking Soda
Another easy homemade acne mask which makes miracles for some of us when it comes to acne treatment. To make this mask all you need is water and baking soda. First clean acne spots with preferred cleanser (skin cleanser that you use normally will do the task), then mix the water and baking soda and apply the mixture on acne spots. Leave the mixture on for a while, do some household chores, read a book, go on internet, talk to your friends, watch television or do whatever makes you happy and then rinse the mask off your face. When soda mask will be removed you can feel how soft and clean is your skin. This treatment does not work the same for everyone, while some see drastic improvement in their acne treatment, others do not see any results. It depends on a person and skin type but if you find this mask suitable and efficient repeat the treatment several times a week for few weeks and you can say good bye to acne.
Acne Mask #3: Yogurt Mask
If two masks mentioned above were easy to make here is the third simple homemade acne mask that everyone can make. It consists of Yogurt and Honey and does not need a lot of preparation.
Take one teaspoon of honey and heat it up a little so it becomes softer (if you have dry skin ad additional teaspoon of honey for better effect). Then mix the honey with one tablespoon of natural yogurt which is medium fat (do not use low or non-fat yogurt). Mix the ingredients at room temperature for a while. When it is prepared apply it to acne spots that you wish to treat. Leave it on 10-20 minutes and then was it off with washcloth. If this acne mask helps you, try to use it several times a week and get rid of acne fast.
Acne Mask #4: Oatmeal and Onion Mask
This is a bit more complicated homemade acne mask than the masks I mentioned previously but its efficiency is very promising. You might dislike the smell of onion but you have the results in mind while setting aside the pleasure. Peel one medium sized onion and shred it until you get a puree. Cook ½ cup of plain (non-sweet) Oatmeal, when cooked set it aside to cool down and add the onion puree. When the mixture is cold apply it to your face and leave it on for 5-15 minutes. If the mask is not thick enough to stay on your face then you might add some honey to make it more sustainable. Then slowly rinse it off and wash your face. If you did not use the whole mask for treatment you can store it in refrigerator for 5-7 days before it gets old.
Acne Mask #5: Egg White Mask
This is the last but not least simple homemade acne mask. It is called the Egg white mask because you have to remove the yolk from the egg whites. No other preparation is needed. When yolk is separated you can put it away and take only egg whites. Then whip the white part until you have a dense paste. For people with oily skin it is advisable to apply some lemon juice and mix it with a paste to achieve a better effect. Clean your face and gently apply the mask. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and wash it off with warm water or washcloth. After using this mask your skin will be tightened and red spots will be cleared.
Well what are you waiting? Decide which mask do you prefer and start treating your acne now. If one homemade acne mask does not help you, there is always a chance to try another one. Probably it will take some time before you find the one that suits you most and helps you get rid of acne but you have a lot of masks to choose from. |
| posted by Healthy Life @ 9:40 AM |
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| Monday, March 2, 2009 |
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How to Prevent Acne - 12 Simple Tips to Apply Now
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Getting rid of your acne can be simple and effective. All you need to do is implement some dietary changes, skin care and some home remedies. These will help you eliminate acne without drugs and pills.
This articles will highlight those tips you can use . They include:
1. Check if your cosmetics are not responsible for allergies that you may have mistaken for acne eruptions.
2. Make sure your food is fiber rich and low in fat
3. Ensure you detoxify your liver. Visit your local health store for liver cleanse kit.
4. Embark on regular skin cleansing to remove dust and other pollutants from your skin. They irritate the skin.
5. Water is important in maintaining your skin glow. Take at least 6-8 glasses daily.
6. Do you overload your system with sugar, caffeine and flour. Cut down on these products.
7. Ensure your soap contains aloe vera. It will help in acne prevention and elimination
8. Lemon juice is an excellent home remedy for acne. Apply the juice on the acne spots.
9. If you have access to apple cigar vinegar, use them to clean your skin. It is very effective in acne treatment.
10. Get fresh garlic and rub it on and around the acne spots. If you can, use it more regularly and watch how those acne spots will take a beating.
11. When you mix one tablespoon of groundnut oil with one tablespoon of fresh lime juice, apply the mixture on the acne affected areas of your body. This will help to eliminate the acne and even help prevent fresh eruptions.
12.Use fresh fenugreek leaves on your face. Try this every night for 12-15 minutes and wash your face with warm water. It helps to prevent black heads and wrinkles.
The acne prevention tips can be easily applied without spending your hard earned. You will get same result that you see from the conventional acne products like accutane and benzoyl peroxide. This time however, you are saved the agony painful side effects. |
| posted by Healthy Life @ 9:40 AM |
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