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When Was The Last Time Your Exfoliated Your Lips?

   Skin Care  Apr 27, 2017  Comments Off on When Was The Last Time Your Exfoliated Your Lips?
When Was The Last Time Your Exfoliated Your Lips?

When was the last time your exfoliated your lips?

If you can’t remember, or aren’t a regular exfoliator, it’s time to reconsider this oft-neglected beauty habit. Whether you live in a dry environment or are facing annual dryness from allergies or overly conditioned indoor air, your lips are bound to pay the price at some point to another.

And while you could turn to balms that promise a smooth, silky pout, sometimes they’re not enough to deliver the relief you’re looking for. Why?

Over time, your lips develop dry flakes and dead skin, just like any other part of your body does. This old skin covers your softer, newer skin below and can prevent balm or other soothers from getting down deep and providing relief.

Exfoliation on the regular

The only way to prevent dead skin build-up is to regularly exfoliate your lips. Now, this certainly isn’t a step you want to add to your daily beauty routine – after all, too much exfoliation would defeat the purpose and would unnecessarily damage your soft lip skin.

However, a weekly exfoliation routine, particularly during dry times of the year, will save you from the worst of your area’s peak chapping period. Whether you need to regularly exfoliate or only find yourself doing it a few times a year, here are some of the best ways to ditch the dead skin and reveal a luscious smile:

  • Toothbrush and petroleum jelly(or a petroleum jelly substitute)- This is possibly the simplest method for exfoliation. Simply apply petroleum jelly to your lips and then gently brush with a soft toothbrush that you’ve reserved for this purpose alone. Old skin flakes will come right off and leave your lips soft and smooth.
  • Olive oil and sugar – Mix up a paste of equal parts olive oil and sugar, apply, and wait for a few minutes before scrubbing off. The sugar will help to pull off some of the old skin and the oil will soften your lips.
  • Pre-made exfoliators – Sometimes, it’s best to leave the mixing up to the experts. LUSH and e.l.f. Both offer inexpensive and super effective lip exfoliators that customers adore. Best part? They really work, and should last you for many applications.

No matter your budget or DIY preferences, you can find a lip exfoliation process that works for you. This easy beauty regimen is well worth the five minutes or so that it takes to uncover a soft smile and soothe your chapped lips.

Is Microdermabrasion For Me?

   Skin Care  Apr 14, 2017  Comments Off on Is Microdermabrasion For Me?
Is Microdermabrasion For Me?

Microdermabrasion is a popular skin treatment for removing acne, scar tissue, and other unsightly blemishes. This treatment works by using a diamond or crystal tipped wand that clears away dead skin to make your face clean and fresh. Because dead skin can dull your appearance and can trap dirt and other debris in your pores, its removal instantly clears your complexion.

Who is a good candidate for microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is safe for all skin types, which makes it a good option for just about anyone seeking to clear away dead skin and blemishes. It does respond better to some skin types than others, so do your research and talk to your provider before going in for treatment to ensure that it’ll work for you.

If you have acne, surface level scars, shallow wrinkles, or surface sun damage to your skin, microdermabrasion is a good way to strip away the layer of old dead skin that holds those blemishes against your complexion. After a treatment, your skin is noticeably brighter and has a healthy glow about it.

Additionally, microdermabrasion is an ideal treatment for acne sufferers, as it can strip away the dirt and oil that clog pores and lead to the development of blackheads. Polishing away the materials that cause acne to form is a healthy way to prevent future breakouts or acne problems.

Microdermabrasion is non-invasive and doesn’t require any downtime, except for the time you spend at your appointment. There are however, many effective home treatments that can help you determine your skin’s response to an intense exfoliating treatment before dropping the big bucks for a professional or spa treatment.

That being said, microdermabrasion is not a long-term treatment option, as a single treatment can only do so much. While the results are immediate and last for longer than a simple facial, they must be done rather frequently in order to help you maintain that healthy, glowing look.

Microdermabrasion is effective at removing surface level blemishes and debris, but cannot permeate the skin beyond that surface level. If you’re looking to treat deep scars, cellulitis, or very deep acne, you will be disappointed by a microdermabrasion treatment.

If you have the money to spare and some surface level blemishes you’d like to kiss goodbye (who doesn’t?), then you are most likely a great candidate for such a treatment.

4 Tips For Caring For Oily Skin

   Skin Care  Apr 05, 2017  Comments Off on 4 Tips For Caring For Oily Skin
4 Tips For Caring For Oily Skin

Oily skin can be challenging to your overall beauty routine and appearance. There are many factors that contribute to oily skin, including a genetic predisposition to this skin type and hormonal imbalances, particularly those associated with puberty.

The trick to managing your oily skin type is to treat your skin properly and avoid products that make your skin even more oily.

Wash every day, twice a day

Washing your face every day is a given. But how often should you do it? Twice a day facial washing – once in the morning and once at night – is best for people with oily skin types. This keeps your face fresh without stripping it of important oils, and making your face even more oily over time.

For best results, use a gentle cleanser and wash with your hands, rather than with a washcloth or loofah. Keeping your washings gentle and soothing will help you avoid accidentally roughing up your skin and drying it out too much.

Avoid oil-based products

It’s pretty simple: oily products on an oily face lead to more oil. When you wear makeup, look for powders or gels that are oil-free so you can look your best without having an issue with oils.

Similarly, when you use a facial moisturizer, stay away from ones that contain oils so that you don’t have more problems later on. These products can cause massive breakouts and other blemishes on an already oily complexion.

Blot and tone

Use blotting paper throughout the day, if necessary, to rid trouble spots of an overly oily appearance. They’re discreet and can easily be toted along in your bag or backpack for on-the-go use. Blotting is also a much better alternative than frequent daily face washing, because it only removes excess oil from the skin, rather than stripping your skin repeatedly throughout the day.

An alcohol-free toner will also help you to reduce overall oiliness throughout your day. Apply it only to trouble spots though, so that you don’t accidentally dry out parts of your face that aren’t prone to oil issues.

Exfoliate

Frequent, but not too frequent, exfoliation will help you to remove blemishes and dirt that regular face washing alone might miss. Choose a mask treatment or exfoliating product that will give you a good pore cleansing and use it once a week for best results.