With the proper technique, you can use shading and contouring to make you face appear lean and toned. You can camouflage a double chin and make your jaw line look defined. You can also great more prominent cheekbones with just a little bit of good makeup.

The first step is to discover your face shape. This will help you make informed choices about your hairstyle, makeup, spectacles and earrings. The face is divided into three sections that should be evenly proportioned:

Forehead to bridge of nose Bridge of nose to base of nose
Base of nose to chin The optimum face shape is oval. This means: The widest point is point is at the cheekbones The face narrows gradually down to the jawHow to measure your face? Tie or pin your hair back off your face. Wear a low neckline. Stand in front of a mirror. Using a water soluble market pen, draw the outline of your face onto the mirror. Stand back and look at the result. Is your basic face shape oval or round? Does your face have angles? Is the overall shape balanced? Does your face seem long? Is it wide at the top, narrowing down to a pointed chin?Your proportions Standing in your original position, look at the outline of your face drawn onto the mirror; mark the position of the bridge of your nose. Then draw another line at the base of your nose, and check the proportions. Turn to the side and look at your facial profile.

Is there any feature that stands out disproportionately, such as your forehead, nose or chin?

If your face shape and proportions are balanced, and you are happy with your profile, continue reading below.The best way to minimize a high forehead is with a fringe, whether full, layered or asymmetric. If you have a low forehead, wear your hair off your face; if your hair naturally grows forward, ask your hairdresser to cut a fringe from the top of your head – this is known as a deep fringe to give the illusion of a higher forehead. If you have long nose, you can use makeup to help create the illusion of a shorter nose. Highlight the nostril area with a light shade of foundation or concealer, and use a darker shade down the centre of the nose. This will make the nose appear wider and shorter. Avoid a hairstyle with a centre parting.

There are various face shapes – round, square, rectangle, triangular, oval, pear, diamond, triangle and many more fancy names. I am not going to confuse you but to get you to know your face shape easily.

You see it in movies all the time, actors who don’t have a clue, trying to put cam paint on their faces, and ending up looking very silly indeed. I will try to explain how to put your cam paint on properly and why it should be done like that.

Firstly you must understand why things are seen, they all begin with S or M, (except one) so remember that and it shouldn’t be that hard. They are:
Shine ,Shape , Shadow, Sound, Movement ,And Colour

By putting on cam paint, you are trying to stop some of these things being noticed. To a human, one of the most recognisable things that you can possibly see is another human, or a human face. So it is very important that you make your face as unrecognisable as possible, this does not mean that you put one strip of paint under each eyes, nor does it mean that you paint your face so green that you look like a serious case of facial gangrene. So, the first thing to do is to make sure you have the right type of cam paint. To begin with it has to be waterproof, otherwise you’d have to re-apply it after every time it rained. Second, you have to make sure you have the right colours. Black is no good at all (unless you are applying Urban cam), as it does not occur naturally in the wild. The two colours you will need for the majority of the time are brown and green.

Cleanse and moisturize your face as your normally would. Try Aveda’s hydrating lotion and cleansers which restore natural balance back to your skin.

Every working girl must be prepared for those “O-M-G I can’t believe this is happening to me at the office!” moments. From coffee stains to stocking snafus, the key is to be well-equipped with an emergency kit to combat any fashion or beauty crisis with a quick fix. Simply create your own go-to bag stocked with essentials to get you through any disaster without breaking a sweat.

First, pick up a cute cosmetic case to keep all of your travel-sized must-haves in one organized place. This also makes it easier to discreetly transport your “top-secret weapons” to the bathroom.

Nail Polish Remover

You’ve been holding out until Friday for a manicure so your nails look impeccable for the weekend. But your boss just summoned you to a meeting with some major bigwigs. Nail polish remover to the rescue! Quickly wipe away those last chips of the super dark polish you tested out last week, so you look less tormented Emo chick and more executive.

Roll on Perfume

Sometimes an extra dab of perfume is necessary, especially on your way out for after-work cocktails. A roll-on version of your favorite scent is easy to tote around and won’t overwhelm your cube-mates the way an “over-spritz” does.

Tooth Brush, Floss and Mouthwash

Salads can be risky business if you’re not prepared to tackle spinach-in-the-teeth fiascos with an after-lunch brush, floss and rinse. Pop a mint for good measure.

Skin

You never know when you’ll need a dab of cover-up, a concealer touch-up for those dark circles, or a smidgen of moisturizer for super dry hands. But rather than spend a fortune on full sized bottles of all your favorite skin care products, see if a brand you love makes a great set featuring mini versions of your must-haves. A natural healthy glow is the foundation for any showstopping look—and best of all, one of the easiest to achieve. My pick from the drugstore is Jergens Natural Glow Revitalizing Moisturizer. It’s a hypoallergenic formula with a touch of self-tanner and can be used easily on your face and body to build and maintain beautiful, subtle color.Get the look: As with any formula containing a self-tanner, apply using a circular motion to avoid streaking. Even though the amount of tanner in this moisturizer is minimal, better to be safe than sorry! And always make sure to wash your hands thoroughly afterward.

Eyes

You want a strong yet simple effect. Physicians Formula has the Baked Collection, which I love; it’s hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and dermatologist approved. It can be used wet and dry, which provides greater versatility. The simple complimenting color palettes of dark, medium, and light will work for most skin tones.

Get the look: Using the sponge applicator that comes with your shadows, use the point to dip into the darkest color, tapping to remove the excess, and line the lashes on the upper lid, then sweep around in the crease. Use the flat side of the applicator to apply the medium shade to the lid. Turn over and use the clean flat side to apply the highlight just under the brow and the inside corner of the eye. To add strength and volume, lightly dampen the applicator. Always test the applicator on the back of your hand before applying to make sure it’s not too wet.

Lashes

One of my favorite mascaras is L’Oréal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon. I prefer the one with the straight brush versus the curved version. I feel I can get more product on the lashes and has greater control.

Get the look: First wipe the wand with a tissue to remove any excess mascara to avoid clumping. Then apply wand at the base of the lash and brush out to the ends, getting right into the corners and as close to the lash line as possible. For the bottom lashes, I like to use the point of the wand. At least two coats are necessary and easily done with this mascara.

Cheeks and Lips

Bath and Body Works has a lip stain called Liplicious. It’s a two-in-one stain and gloss. The stain can be used for the lips and cheeks, and the gloss can be used on the lips, plus you can add a touch on the eyes for a luscious look.

Get the look: Apply the stain directly to lips and dab with your finger to blend. Then dab some onto the apple of the cheek to add a hint of color, giving you a rosy flush. Add the clear gloss to the lips for greater dimension. To use as a beautiful highlight for the cheeks and eyes, use your finger to apply a touch to the tops of your cheekbones, eyelids, and inside triangle of your eye for a dewy finish.

Eye Makeup:
Almond shaped eyes are considered to be the ideal.So when making up eyes, one tries with the help of light and dark eye makeup to make the necessary changes to give the eyes an almond appearance.                      

1.Eyeshadow:
Application Technique:
The following steps are followed in the application of eyeshadow shades.
i.Using a fine, blunt-ended brush, gently apply the base colour to the entire lid from the inside to the outside corner and from the base of the lashes to the eyelid crease.
ii.If the eyes need extra definition, a deeper shade is blended into the crease line.This gives depth to the eyes.
iii.The brow bone is highlighted with a light shade.This gives the eyes a wide, open look.The colour is applied to the most prominent area and blended up towards the brow and down to where the contour curves down, toward the eyelid creases.

Before using them on the lids, always test the colours on the back of the hand to test the intensity.You can use even 3-4 colours, provided they are blended well.Remember pale tones emphasize, while deep sooty shades define.

2.Eye Liners:
Application Technique For The Liquid EyeLiner:
Test, on the back of your hand, the amount of pressure you should apply.Unless you are a real artist, it is best to steady your elbow on a flat surface.Work from the inside of the eye to the outside corner and keep the line light and even.If you stop at the corner of the eyes, the effect will be round and wide-eyed;if you continue the line and sweep it up and out, you would get a more exotic look.Finally smudge the edges with a cotton bud to soften them.
Application Technique For The Pencil Eyeliner:
Pencils can be used in the same manner to define or extend the shape of the eyes, but they give a softer, more natural line.Keep them sharpened and ready for use, as blunted or broken points can spoil the whole effect.

3.Mascara:
How To Apply Mascara?
For best results, first look down and brush the top lashes from the roots downwards, then look up and brush the top lashes upwards.Then still looking up, brush colour on the lower lashes.Wait for a minute for them to dry, and similarly apply a second coat.Finally brush with a clean dry brush, to separate the lashes.

To Remove Mascara:
While removing the mascara avoid the colour from going onto the delicate area below the bottom lashes and close your eyes.Roll a cotton bud dipped in a cosmetic cleanser over the lashes, taking the mascara down onto the tissue.Repeat till all the mascara is gone.

4.Correction Of Eyes Using Makeup:
You can improve your eye shape by experimenting with colour and texture.Identify the shape of your eyes and follow the tips given:
i.For Small Eyes:Pluck the eyebrows fine to give maximum eye area.Use a little shadow under the lower lashes as well as on the top of the lid.Blend the shadow on the upper lid from the centre outwards, curving it upwards towards the brow in the shape of a wing.Line both the lids, extending the meeting line fairly out, to increase the length of the eyes.Mascara both the upper and lower lashes, using two coats on the outer lashes only.
ii.For Wide-Set Eyes:Pencil the eyebrows close to each other.Add a little shadow onto the bridge of the nose or blend your shadow close to the corner of the nose and stop at the centre of the upper lid.To make the eyes appear a little closer, start outlining the upper lid from the inner corner of the eye, bringing it near the nose ridge, leaving just the width of one eye in between the two eyes.Continue the line towards the outer corner but not quite extending up to it.
iii.For Close-Set Eyes: Shape the eyebrows so that they don’t have the close-together appearance.Use the eyeshadow on the upper outer half of the lid extending above the eye and under the brow.To offset the closeness of the eyes, start drawing the eye line on the upper lid away from the inner corner.Draw it up and out.Similarly, the lower line should not begin from the inner corner.
iv.For Deep-Set Eyes:Use a dark eyeshadow under the eyebrow, but not on the lid, where if you want to, you can use a lighter eyeshadow.Line only the lower lid and extend the line fairly out and up.
v.For Round Eyes:Make sure the shape of your eyebrows is angular.Blend your shadow from the centre of the lid and deepen it at the outer edge of the eye, extending it a little beyond the outer corner of the eye.Line the upper lids, starting from the inner corner and extend it out and up so as to suggest length.

Create Sultry Doe Eyes Makeup

The sexiest makeup out there is the doe eyes makeup look, hands down. With the help of a few guidelines you’ll be able to recreate the sultry doe eyes makeup look in a spotless way. Enjoy the admiring eyes of others when sporting the glamorous doe eye makeup.

Beautiful, luminous eyes are among the top wishes of of those who would like to create a sultry makeup look. Indeed creating the impression of wider and bigger eyes is the key to add a romantic and sensual flair to our appearance.

Celebrities use this tricks with great confidence both on paired with a casual and also red carpet outfits. Who could have refused to sport a look that will inspire thousands of people. There’s no need to be a makeup artist to look fabulous, you’ll only have to improve your skills with these tips in order to pull off the charming doe-eye makeup.

  Doe eyes makeup radiates pure allure. In order to create it all you have to do is play up your best assets on the row. First of all start with the base, indeed the emphasis is on eyes however it is essential to create the right canvas for the masterpiece.

Nude base matches the best this makeup style since it will bring out the most of the sparkling and mysterious look. Cover the lips with an even level of nude foundation.
  Eyeliners are top notch elements of the doe eyes makeup. In order to bring out the shape and the beauty of the eyes it is recommended to line the whole upper lash line.

Make sure you go as close as possible to the lashes. This way you’ll avoid the artificial look and will give the proper frame for the rest of the eye makeup. You can go outside the corners slightly, only to create the illusion of bigger eyes. Don’t exaggerate unless you want to switch to cat eye makeup.
When it comes of eye-shadows doe-eyes are best created with darker and neutral shades. Smoky eyes are great pals of this trend, these will further enlarge the impression of the eyes. Opening the eyes is vital for the unique doe-eye look. Brown, blue and the classy black shades can do miracles with your look. Moreover these will add the unique and romantic flair to your eyes.
 One of the most efficient tips of the makeup artists is to line the lower lash line with a nude or white eyeliner. These two tones are responsible for the luminosity. Open your eyes with this trick and enjoy the effect it creates when reviving the tired and dull look of your eyes. Notice how this lining will complete the whole makeup.
  Eyelashes play a central role when topping the eye makeup. Finally devote some extra-minutes to these glam accessories. Use the perfect mascara that will add fullness and volume to your lashes. Feel free to experiment with different formulas until you find the one that matches the texture and quality of these. Detangle the lashes in order to further boost the look of the eyes.
Accentuating the eyelashes and eye color as well as playing with the proportions can be best achieved with the help of a the appropriate beauty products. Using the best mascara and eye makeup essentials will guarantee the overwhelming effect.

Glamorous Make-up Ideas

Glam make-up has been crated for the diva in you, to emphasize feminine beauty and sophistication. Find out how you can benefit from this gorgeous make-up trends suitable for formal occasions. Whenever the word glam pops into a sentence one instantly thinks show stopper, beauty and sophistication. Glam make-up is all about making head turns due to the gorgeous result obtained by this gorgeous make-up trend.

Glam make-up has always risen an interest in women simply because of it’s seductive power. The main characteristics of this type of make-up are definition and flawless appearance. Make-up has always been a girls best friend and glam make-up is only meant to emphasize that.

Surprisingly, glam make-up is not all about powerful colors and cosmetics, simple make-up too can become glam. All that is needed is a little bit of skill and some good quality cosmetics. To benefit from this gorgeous make-up which makes celebrities dazzle whenever they make their appearance on the red carpet follow these steps thoroughly:

This type of glam make-up will most definitely enhance certain facial features using stronger, bolder colors. Either the eyes or the lips will be enhanced with make-up , not both at the same time to avoid creating an unpleasant, unglamorous look. It is best to concentrate on the facial feature that you consider to be your most attractive asset.

Usually women choose to emphasize the eyes simply because the eyes are considered to be the gateway to the soul, and beautiful eyes attract attention. Because women have different eye colors, it is best to choose a color pallet that works for you. Choose a softer color and a darker tone one which you will use to create a lovely eye definition. Go for purples, pink and shimmery black, soft and dark green, golds, etc.

Before you apply any make-up it is necessary to start with a freshly washed and exfoliated complexion. After exfoliation moisturize the skin using an intense moisturizer cream as your skin will quickly absorb it. Conceal any blemishes and dark under eye circles using a concealer and apply a subtle coat of foundation. Choose the foundation according to your skin type so it will spread and maintain better. Set the foundation with translucent powder and apply a generous amount of it under the eyes to avoid smudging eyeshadow powder on your face.

Contour your eyes using an eyeliner pencil or liquid to define them and make them pop. Apply the combo eyeshadow according to your eye shape. The darker color should be applied on the outer corner of the eye to add depth. Dust the translucent powder excess off, curl your eyelashes and apply a heavy coat of mascara. False eyelashes also make a great choice for this type of make-up so choose the type that lengthens or thickens your eyelashes.

Define your cheekbones using a blush that complements your complexion and apply a soft color lipstick or lip gloss on your luscious lips.
If you are looking for a more subtle look choose peach or nude color eyeshadow for your eyes and define your lips using wine or fire red lipstick. This will make you have a very vintage glam look, perfect for paler complexions.

Choose your make-up right and you will look beautiful and glamorous every time the occasion calls for it.

Herbal Skin Care: All of us try to look at our best. We must be very careful of our facial skin and the delicate skin around our eyes. To maintain the wellbeing and tonal quality, our demands nourish skin, cleaning and protection against harmful UV-A / B jets. Be sure to avoid your usage of soap on your delicate facial skin.                              A fair and glowing skin attracts attention of peoples. Healthy and naturally fresh skin is protector of whole body and and it is a thing of beauty. Ayurveda has many solutions to have a fair, healthy and glowing skin.In Ayurveda skin has seven layers. When there is imbalance of doshas it affects the different layers of skin and skin diseases arise. When the digestion process is interrupted it directly affects the beauty of skin. The process of digestion is carried out by agni or fire which is present in our digestive system.
Ayurveda our ancient science of medicine has suggested many herbal remedies and natural methods to protect our skin from pimples, acne, dark circles, wrinkles and marks left by pimples and to increase the fairness of the skin.

Pimples, acne dark circles, wrinkles and marks give a dull and unhealthy look. Here are the tips for naturally fresh, fair and glowing skin.

Tips to keep skin healthy and clean:-

1. Avoid eating spicy and fast food
2. Salad of raw vegetables and fruits is very good for our body as well as skin. 3. Sleep at least 7-8 hours a day.
4. Drink plenty of water.
5. Regular Exercise and Pranayam will keep your mind healthy and it ultimately affects on skin to look fresh and beautiful.
6. Keep regular bowel habits.
7. Practice meditation regularly.
8. Practice of Yoga is the best stress busters and skin friendly therapy.
9. Tobacco, drugs, alcohol etc make the skin look dull and unattractive.
Say no to any form of tobacco, alcohol and drugs

Many so-called “health foods” are actually smartly disguised food link junk foods which actually excite and practice you to expand more belly fat. Yet the diet food marketing industry continues to lie to you so they can maximize their income and revenue. We’ll walk around what types of exercises really work in couple of minute. Abs exercises like crunches, sit-ups, and abs machines are the slightest effective process of getting flat six pack abs.

We have been researching with making herbal hair and skin care products. For many Black women who finding products for their natural hair, that work with our own unique hair type is a process that can engross a lots of time and money. We’d like to try our info blends and want to see what works. It’s info is about fun and affordable, and after some trial and error, has great results

is nothing more worry-free than to apply something to your skin which is altogether digestible by your stomach. It’s good to know that despite science, herbal skin care remedies introduced by our folks remain to be the best element to care for skin.

Here are among the most available herbal skin care remedies found in your kitchen:

1. Virgin Coconut oilGrowing in the tropical part of the world, coconut which produces oil is one of the most effective herbal skin care product. You can apply this before you run along the shore because it keeps your skin moisturized despite the blazing sun. The news is: coconut oil can give you a golden tan after direct contact with sunlight.

2. TurmericThough readily available in the condiments stand, the value of turmeric is unknown to most of people from west side. It is said to be there to kill cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, damaged liver and many others. However, there more than that, recently people are seeing the herbal skin care potentials of turmeric. Today, turmeric is found out to be effective to cure acne and pimples. Just add turmeric to rose water to form a paste and pat it on your affected area.

3. AlmondAside from its heavenly taste when mixed with chocolate, almond is best putting out the make up on your skin. Also, it is an effective eye cream.

4. Tomato Eating fresh tomatoes is no-brainer good for skin. However, it is also a good herbal skin care remedy to wipe the dark circle around your eyes. Just mix tomato juice with lemon juice and apply it to around your eyes. It doesn’t completely remove them but you can expect improvement.

Herbal Help for Acne

If you have acne you’ve probably tried all the over the counter products and maybe even the prescription products on the market. Perhaps they don’t work for you or they irritate your skin and dry it out. There are other options. Herbal treatments and nutritional supplements can also help with acne, either applied directly to the skin or taken orally

Causes and some symptoms :- Acne is usually not noticeable, although inflamed lesions can cause pain, tenderness, itching, or swelling. The most worrying aspects of these lesions are the negative cosmetic effects and potential for pockmark. Some people, especially youngsters, become emotionally upset about their situation, and have problems forming relationships and sometimes keeping jobs.

Herbal Shampoo

Herbal Essences is one of a brand of shampoo, hair conditioner, hair dye and products originally an appeal to holistic and natural products buyer, but also focused almost exclusively on women, by the Clairol and subsequently owned by Procter & Gamble. The original product was called “Clairol Herbal Essence shampoo” [all lowercase letters], and in the 1960s and’70s, it was advertised with a mod, back-to-earth, almost like hippie image. Pureology won Best shampoo category of the popular categories, as voted /chosen by hair stylists across North American countries.

Crème of Nature Regular Shampoo

It run through extremely well and leaves your hair soft and super-conditioned. This shampoo has been used since the year 1970s, and for good reason – it works fine. It is a two-in-one shampoo and conditioner, so that no air-conditioning is needed at all. It is much inexpensive, too. You can find cream of nature shampoo on your local beauty supply distributor. And that is why we must say that this formula effectively cleans, rich and gently Detangler conditions, all in a shampoo. Great!!!

Mizani botanifying Conditioning Shampoo

This shampoo smells wonderful, and that obviously not a good enough reason to use a shampoo, it definitely added to the experience. Mizani products are ideal for women of color and the focal point of this line, as their slogan proclaims, “Beauty and innovation in the balance.” The products makes the hair more manageable, smoother and shinier. This shampoo is a little more expensive than drug store brands and can be found at select salons Mizani. And therefore people are pleased because they gentle enough to use every day, it cleans the hair and scalp, while restoring a natural moisture balance. The aromatic blend of vegetable feeds, soothes and massages the scalp. The lubrication emollients of shampoo in your hair linger long after the rich foam is gone.

Some Easy And Quick Herbal Tips For Skin

The following are some homemade remedies that Indian women have used for a long time to take care of their skin:

Skin Cleanser:

Unboiled milk is a chemical free cleanser that can wipe out unseen dirt that lies deep within the pores. Use a cotton wool dipped in milk to clean your face. Almond oil is another effective cleanser that is especially helpful to protect the delicate skin that lies under your eyes.

Skin Moisturizer:

For taking care of normal skin, make a paste by mixing 1 cup of yogurt and 1 tablespoon each of lemon juice and orange juice.  Apply this mask on your face and let it stay for 15 minutes. Then, use a wet tissue to wash it off and have a glowing complexion.  A mixture of honey and cooked oatmeal is ideal for dry skin as it acts both as a cleanser and a moisturizer.

Skin Nourishment and Bleach:

Use a protein mask by soaking 4 almonds and a tablespoon of urad dal in water during the night followed by grinding them to get a paste. Wash off the mask after 30 minutes.

Wrinkle Prevention and Softer Skin:

Pure castor oil has anti aging properties and can be used to prevent wrinkles.

Skin Conditioner:

Mix 2 tablespoons cream (of milk) with 1 tablespoon of honey to get an effective skin conditioner. Leave this mixture for some minutes and then wash it off for getting maximum benefit.

Skin Blemishes:

Rub a raw potato on your face to get rid of blemishes.

Sun-Protection Lotion:

For protecting your skin from the sun, take some amount of cucumber juice and mix it with equal quantities of rose water and glycerin. Keep this mixture in a refrigerator. Apply it at least half an hour before going out in the scorching heat.

It is really important for you to be able to identify your skin type. This is to enable you to look after your skin correctly. Also the selection of your cosmetics is, to a considerable extent, influenced by your skin type. Although no two skins are exactly similar most have characteristics which enable them to be grouped into one of the following types: Dry skin, Normal skin, Combination skin and Oily skin. To determine your skin type, wash your face with a mild face wash. Then, after 30 minutes, press a clean tissue against your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. If the tissue shows no trace of oil, then you have dry skin. Dry skin looks rough and is prone to premature fine lines and wrinkles. If your skin is oily in some parts but dry in others, then you have combination skin. Normal skin usually looks smooth and is not prone to break outs. Oily skin feels oily to touch and tends to shine. Oily skin is also prone to blackheads and pimples. A sensitive skin needs special care, as it may be sensitive to some ingredients found in popular cosmetics. Those with sensitive skin should always use beauty aids that are hypoallergenic to protect their skin from allergic reactions.

A regular skin care programmed, adapted to the needs of your particular skin type, and goes a long way in keeping your skin radiant and problem free.

Dry Skin: Dry skin needs extra care, as it is prone to fine lines and wrinkles. This is especially true during the winter months when it feels even drier and may feel too taut or may even flake. A few measures help alleviate dryness and keep your skin supple and, at the same time, guard against premature aging.

1 Always wash your face with a mild, soap-free face wash. Never use soap, as that would further strip your skin of natural oil.
2. Always use a moisturizer during the day. Use upward, circular motion to lightly massage the moisturizer into your face. Make sure not to pull or tug your skin.                                                                                                                              3.Many people suffer from weather-related dry skin. If the weather in the winter months is normally drier and this tends to dehydrate your skin, regular use of moisturizer will keep your skin hydrated and supple

Normal Skin Normal skin is usually trouble-free and needs simple care to keep it healthy and glowing. Normal skin also tolerates most popular lotions and creams as well. A regular skin-care program combined with a balanced, healthy diet helps keep normal skin stay supple and young. Regular care for normal skin should include a few simple steps.
1. Cleansing, toning, and moisturizing daily keeps normal skin in great shape for a long time. It is advisable to use natural products on your skin.
2. Creams and lotions that contain vitamin A, C and E help improve the texture of your skin, making it smoother and softer. Moreover, these vitamins counter the effects of free radicals.                                                                                      3. Even if your skin is normal, you still have to give it regular care. Your skin, like any other skin type, is  constantly assaulted by free radicals. Free radicals are molecules formed in the skin when it is exposed to the environment, pollution, or sunlight.

Combination Skin: Skin that is oily in some parts but dry or normal in others is considered as combination skin. The oily skin is concentrated on the T-zone, which is across the forehead, down the nose and chin. Whenever you wash your face, you may find that some areas of your face feel tight after washing; and that these parts look dull or feel dry and rough whereas the T-zone looks shiny, feels oily to touch and is prone to pimples and blackheads. Combination skin needs special attention because the dry parts of your face need to be considered, whereas the oily parts need to be kept clean to avoid breakouts. Follow these simple tips each day and see what a difference they make to your skin.
1. Cleanse your entire face twice a day. Always use a mild cleanser to gently remove dirt, grime and make-up from your face.
2. The dry areas of your face need to be moisturized to prevent the formation of premature wrinkles. Use a good moisturizer on the dry parts of your face, and if possible, use an oil-free moisturizer on your T-zone.
3. If you use make-up, try and use oil-free/shine control type of make-up on the T-zone. These products are easily available in the market today and help absorb all the excess oil secretion and control the shine.

Acne

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders. Almost everyone will have acne, most get mild cases, some moderate and a few are severe. Teens aren’t the only ones who get it. Acne has been diagnosed in young infants as well as in the elderly, but it is most often seen in teens and young adults with 85-100% of adolescents and up to 10% of young adults getting it.
Acne seems to affect the sexes somewhat differently. Before children reach puberty, acne is more commonly seen in girls. During puberty, acne affects boys and girls almost equally, but boys generally have more severe cases and in adulthood, it tends to be seen more often in women.

Acne is an infection on your skin. Normally, it happens because bacteria get into your pores where it breeds.

Once the skin becomes irritated by this, it will then react in the form of sores. This is the acne that you see on your face.

Acne is generally caused by the occurrence of the bacteria on your face and increased amounts of oils on the face which make it a welcoming place for bacteria to go and hide.

These two things are generally the case for most types of acne. But, there are different things that cause them to happen. This is what you need to learn in order to know how to treat your bacteria.

• The oils that are being secreted at high levels may be due to hormone imbalances that are caused by such things as puberty, stress, health issues and other conditions.

• Bacteria can get onto the face from a poor level of keeping your face and your skin properly cleaned.

• Bacteria can feed on the dead skin cells that are not properly exfoliated away, making this a more likely target for growth.

• Eating a poor diet can help to encourage oily skins as well as lowers the body’s ability to fight off the infections that it is facing.

Hormonal Treatment of Acne

Acne is thought to be initiated by the effect of masculinising hormones called “androgens” on oil glands that, during puberty, enlarge and become increasingly sensitive. This results in excessive oil secretion and blockage of pores, which leads to the initial non-inflamed spots of acne (whiteheads and blackheads). As the acne bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes) proliferate, the oil-rich environment in the pores leads to inflammation which becomes visibly apparent as red pimples, pustules and lumps.

How Your Emotions Influence Your Skin

Consider the experience of feeling embarrassed in front of others and instantly feeling your skin turn warm and red. Blushing is one of many examples of the ongoing powerful connection that exists between your emotions and your skin.

Your emotions exert ongoing control over the tone of your autonomic nervous system, which in turn, exerts ongoing control over your skin’s blood supply. As mentioned in part one of this series, the quality of blood supply that your skin receives is a chief determinant of its ability to be nourished and cleansed from the inside out.

Because of the ongoing influence that your emotions have over the health of your skin, it’s quite possible to have a skin condition worsen or enter a chronic state due to feeling anxious about the skin condition. For example, developing acne on your face may cause you to feel self conscious about your appearance, which activates your body’s stress response system via your nervous, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems; this will likely cause the acne to heal more slowly and maybe even result in new acne formation. This cycle can repeat itself many times over if you don’t break the anxiety-stress response cycle.

How to Have Clear and Healthy Skin

Being the largest organ in your body, your skin plays a number of critical roles in keeping you healthy, the most important ones being:

1. Physical barrier for protection – the most important function of your skin is to prevent harmful microorganisms from entering your blood. Your skin accomplishes this through three main features:

• The way in which its cells are tightly organized.
• Regular production of sebum.
• The presence of large colonies of friendly bacteria that produce a number of substances that destroy unfriendly organisms – this is why using anti-bacterial soap is a bad idea.

1. Regulator of body fluids and temperature – your skin helps to regulate body fluid balance, pH balance, and your core temperature by manipulating its blood supply and sweat production.
2. Channel for elimination of waste products – through your sweat glands, your skin eliminates waste materials like urea, toxic metals, and excess lactic acid that is created by overworked muscles.
3. Physical protection and detection of dangerous stimuli – your skin provides a layer of cushion for the rest of your body, protecting it against injury. Your skin also allows you to sense danger (hot temperatures, sharp objects, too much pressure, etc.) through sensory receptors that are located throughout your body – mainly in your hands, feet, and lips.