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Sunday, 19 February 2012
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Skin Lightening
ScienceDaily (Mar. 29, 2011) — Scientists have reported discovery of the active ingredients in an herb used in traditional Chinese medicine for skin whitening, changing skin color to a lighter shade. The ingredients are poised for clinical trials as a safer, more effective alternative to skin whitening creams and lotions that millions of women and some men use in Asia and elsewhere, they said. The report was among more than 9,500 presentations the week of March 28 at the 241st National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS).
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Thursday, 2 February 2012
Acne FAQ
1. Does chocolate and fried food cause acne?
There has been no scientific research that links acne to the kind of food you eat. But loading up on fruits, vegetables and drinking heaps of water will not hurt!
2. Why do I have acne?
Stress, genetics, lack of sleep, hormones all play a role. When your pores get blocked by sebum, bacteria grows, leading to the growth of blackheads and whiteheads. If the follicle wall gets ruptured, inflammatory acne can occur.
3. My skin is oily. Should I moisturize?
Yes. Moisturizing will help in regulating oil production in your skin. Use an oil control (non comedogenic) moisturizer instead.
4. How do I prevent acne?
Wash your face twice a day with a cleanser with glycolic acid AHA. Moisturize with an oil free face cream after. Don't pick on zits, blackheads and whiteheads. Avoid irritating the skin with scrubs. Always use a sunscreen even if you are exposed to the sun for a short time.
There has been no scientific research that links acne to the kind of food you eat. But loading up on fruits, vegetables and drinking heaps of water will not hurt!
2. Why do I have acne?
Stress, genetics, lack of sleep, hormones all play a role. When your pores get blocked by sebum, bacteria grows, leading to the growth of blackheads and whiteheads. If the follicle wall gets ruptured, inflammatory acne can occur.
3. My skin is oily. Should I moisturize?
Yes. Moisturizing will help in regulating oil production in your skin. Use an oil control (non comedogenic) moisturizer instead.
4. How do I prevent acne?
Wash your face twice a day with a cleanser with glycolic acid AHA. Moisturize with an oil free face cream after. Don't pick on zits, blackheads and whiteheads. Avoid irritating the skin with scrubs. Always use a sunscreen even if you are exposed to the sun for a short time.
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Problem Skin Face Mask by Herb De Orient
Thursday, 26 January 2012
Herb de Orient Sensitive Skin Formula
When young boys first enter the army, it takes a while to adjust to the environment. They face difficulty getting used to the food, sleeping on beds and pillows that have been is use for over a decade, the sanitary conditions. Coupled with the humid weather, thick army uniform and going on many days without a proper bathe, many will experience skin problems.
Insect dermatitis
Insect dermatitis result when bugs, fleas, mosquitoes, bees sting the skin. The bites appear red and become itchy or pain.
Body lice
Body lice are parasites on the body that occur after a louse bites the skin and result in contagious, itchy skin problems. They reside amongst one’s hair, underwear and pubic hair as a result of poor hygiene habits.
Heat rash
Heat rash is a result of environments with high temperature, humidity, excessive sweat that does not evaporate easily. The sweat retention allows bacteria to grow, thus resulting in the itchy rash.
Sunburn
Sunburn is caused by over-exposure to sunlight, causing skin to appear red and start to swell. The face, neck and forearms are more prone to being burnt. The redness usually appear four to six hours after exposure to the sun and start to peak 12-24 hours later.
Of course, these problems are not only faced by these soldiers. People who enjoy outdoor activities are also very prone to these problems. Herb de Orient’s Soothing/ Sensitive range can help to alleviate the effects of these problems.
Herb de Orient’s Soothing product range help relieve symptoms of dermatitis, body lice, heat rash, skin inflammation and other problems. Oriental herbal extracts of rhubarb, plantain, licorice root, Sophora japonica, Polygonum, Radix, citronella, clove, etc., are not only effectively hypoallergenic, but can also reduce redness, viruses and so on.
This series of products post no side effects but are not to be used as medical products. If the condition persists, seek medical attention immediately.
Insect dermatitis
Insect dermatitis result when bugs, fleas, mosquitoes, bees sting the skin. The bites appear red and become itchy or pain.
Body lice
Body lice are parasites on the body that occur after a louse bites the skin and result in contagious, itchy skin problems. They reside amongst one’s hair, underwear and pubic hair as a result of poor hygiene habits.
Heat rash
Heat rash is a result of environments with high temperature, humidity, excessive sweat that does not evaporate easily. The sweat retention allows bacteria to grow, thus resulting in the itchy rash.
Sunburn
Sunburn is caused by over-exposure to sunlight, causing skin to appear red and start to swell. The face, neck and forearms are more prone to being burnt. The redness usually appear four to six hours after exposure to the sun and start to peak 12-24 hours later.
Of course, these problems are not only faced by these soldiers. People who enjoy outdoor activities are also very prone to these problems. Herb de Orient’s Soothing/ Sensitive range can help to alleviate the effects of these problems.
Herb de Orient’s Soothing product range help relieve symptoms of dermatitis, body lice, heat rash, skin inflammation and other problems. Oriental herbal extracts of rhubarb, plantain, licorice root, Sophora japonica, Polygonum, Radix, citronella, clove, etc., are not only effectively hypoallergenic, but can also reduce redness, viruses and so on.
This series of products post no side effects but are not to be used as medical products. If the condition persists, seek medical attention immediately.
Factors That Cause Loose Sagging Skin
Smooth, crystal clear, porcelain-like, fair skin – the ultimate desire of every beauty conscious woman. Let’s discover the secret to beautifully firm skin…
Most anti-ageing products in the market now only focus on achieving wrinkle-free skin, and not on age-related skin problems such as enlarged pores.
Loose, saggy, ageing skin is a problem faced by many. Make up only provides a temporary solution, leaving the root of the problem unsolved. To tackle the problem, the only solution is to religiously carry out a tailored skin care regime to restore the natural firmness of yesteryears.
Factor #1 Dehydration
When the skin's epidermal layer lacks moisture, the skin cells will begin to shrink and pores and wrinkles will appear more visible. Hence, it is essential to keep skin moisturized..
Factor #2 Accumulation of dead skin
The skin renewal process will constantly regenerate new skin cells on the surface. Old and dead skin cells will form a layer over these new cells. If these dead skin cells are not duly exfoliated, the skin’s metabolism will be slowed down and cause pores to enlarge.
Factor #3 Age
With age, the skin’s blood circulation will slow down. The subcutaneous fat layer will become loose and less elastic too. Without proper care, the ageing of the skin will be accelerated, causing the pores to naturally expand.
Factor #4 Wrinkles
With age, the skin’s metabolism becomes a lot weaker, essential fats and water supplied to the cells are reduced as well. When the skin starts to age and lose its elasticity, it is difficult to make it firm again, thus resulting in wrinkles.
Most anti-ageing products in the market now only focus on achieving wrinkle-free skin, and not on age-related skin problems such as enlarged pores.
Loose, saggy, ageing skin is a problem faced by many. Make up only provides a temporary solution, leaving the root of the problem unsolved. To tackle the problem, the only solution is to religiously carry out a tailored skin care regime to restore the natural firmness of yesteryears.
Factor #1 Dehydration
When the skin's epidermal layer lacks moisture, the skin cells will begin to shrink and pores and wrinkles will appear more visible. Hence, it is essential to keep skin moisturized..
Factor #2 Accumulation of dead skin
The skin renewal process will constantly regenerate new skin cells on the surface. Old and dead skin cells will form a layer over these new cells. If these dead skin cells are not duly exfoliated, the skin’s metabolism will be slowed down and cause pores to enlarge.
Factor #3 Age
With age, the skin’s blood circulation will slow down. The subcutaneous fat layer will become loose and less elastic too. Without proper care, the ageing of the skin will be accelerated, causing the pores to naturally expand.
Factor #4 Wrinkles
With age, the skin’s metabolism becomes a lot weaker, essential fats and water supplied to the cells are reduced as well. When the skin starts to age and lose its elasticity, it is difficult to make it firm again, thus resulting in wrinkles.
Aging Skin
The fast-paced life in today’s society accelerates ageing of the skin, resulting in reduced skin elasticity, wrinkles, dryness, dullness. In addition, research has shown that skin will tend to lose its elasticity from 20 years of age onwards. Between 30 to 50 years of age, wrinkles, dark spots and pigmentation are more obvious. Other environmental factors such as wind and rain, sun, alcohol and smoking also accelerate the ageing process. Physical factors like cellular metabolism, amount of oxygen in cells are affected by free radicals that result in ageing.
For the product to achieve a true anti-ageing effect, the plant extracts used must be able to have anti-oxidation properties, superoxide dismutase (SOD), which performs a metabolic role in moisturizing and sun protection, slowing down the ageing process.
Herbs used in Herd de Orient’s products include Astragalus Membranaceus, licorice root, Centella Asiatica, wolfberry fruit, turmeric, ginseng, etc., which provide many benefits.
For young, radiant looking skin, in addition to a balanced diet, adequate exercise, sufficient rest and attention to health, it is also essential to pay attention to overall skin care. Ensuring that skin is properly cleansed is important. For more thorough care other than cleansing the face, one can apply toner, moisturizer and essence etc.
Herb de Orient’s Age Defense product line is gentle on the skin, with invigorating fragrances. The Age Defense range of products includes shower gel, moisturizer, facial cleanser, toner, mask and essence. For radiant, smooth, wrinkle-free and bouncy skin, try Herb de Orient’s Age Defense today!
For the product to achieve a true anti-ageing effect, the plant extracts used must be able to have anti-oxidation properties, superoxide dismutase (SOD), which performs a metabolic role in moisturizing and sun protection, slowing down the ageing process.
Herbs used in Herd de Orient’s products include Astragalus Membranaceus, licorice root, Centella Asiatica, wolfberry fruit, turmeric, ginseng, etc., which provide many benefits.
For young, radiant looking skin, in addition to a balanced diet, adequate exercise, sufficient rest and attention to health, it is also essential to pay attention to overall skin care. Ensuring that skin is properly cleansed is important. For more thorough care other than cleansing the face, one can apply toner, moisturizer and essence etc.
Herb de Orient’s Age Defense product line is gentle on the skin, with invigorating fragrances. The Age Defense range of products includes shower gel, moisturizer, facial cleanser, toner, mask and essence. For radiant, smooth, wrinkle-free and bouncy skin, try Herb de Orient’s Age Defense today!
Herb De Orient Age Defence Skin and Facial Care Range
Eczema Skin
Eczema is one of the most common allergic inflammatory skin diseases. It occurs all year round, can happen at any age and can occur at any site. There is constant itchiness and can relapse any time. Generally seen on the whole body or chest and back, affected areas of skin suffer from redness and severe itching, or skin ulcers.
Herb de Orient’s Eczederm herbal anti-rash and hypoallergenic product range include shower gel, moisturizer, shampoo, facial cleanser, essence and gel. Ingredients include licorice, dandelion, wild chrysanthemum and dozens of other variety of Oriental herbal extracts. These plant extracts act on the symptoms of eczema and moisturize the skin, stop the itching and prevent the growth of bacteria and fungus.
This series of products is hypoallergenic, anti-itching, soothing, cleans the surface of the skin to remove dirt, grease, perspiration, impurities and bacteria and has no side effects on the human body. However, it cannot be used as a medical product and if the condition persists, one should seek medical attention immediately.
Eczema Skin Care Products Available Here
Do Not Let Acne Rob Your Youth!
Acne is a skin problem feared and suffered by many.
Acne is a chronic inflammation of the sebaceous hair follicles. It occurs mainly in young men and women, especially in young men during puberty. The acne tends to clear up after puberty, but may persist later in adolescence or adulthood. Acne usually occurs in the face, chest, back and other parts with active sebaceous glands. A feature is the blackheads in the enlarged pores that reveal a white, semi-translucent body when squeezed. There are usually no symptoms, but if severe, can cause pain and tenderness.
During puberty, large amounts of oil are secreted on the face, causing oily skin. In addition, bacterial infections can cause pus to form, leaving skin damaged and scarred. Therefore, prevention and treatment of acne should inhibit the infection to take place.
Acne usually occurs in the hot summer, when there is increased production of sebum, causing the skin to feel oily. The lack of zinc can also induce acne formation. When the follicular openings are blocked, the Propionibacterium acnes multiply, causing inflammation. thus forming pimples. Pus formed can cause damage to the hair follicles and sebaceous glands. They can eventually leave scars. Therefore, prevention and treatment of acne should take into consideration anti-Propionibacterium infection.
Suitable herbs for the treatment of Propionibacterium acne include: Salvia, Lotus Alice, Polygonum cuspidatum, honeysuckle, gentian, Folium, angelica root, etc. It is also necessary for the treatment to be able to control excessive oil and have anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties in order to really improve the problem. Herbs with these properties include rhubarb, peony, hawthorn and so on.
Herb de Orient’s Problem Skin products contain the abovementioned herbs and many other herbal extracts. Care has also been taken to ensure the product is gentle and fragrant. The range consists of Problem Skin Body Wash, facial cleanser, toner, mask and essence.
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