Top Skin Care Tips

The skin contains many different cells and structures and it constantly changes as layers are shed and replaced by other layers.

Skin varies in thickness throughout the body and different people have different layers of thickness.

This article covers:

What is combination type of skin?

How can you make your skin healthy?

Know more about the skin layers.

This article provides top skin care tips, including tips for healthy skin, tips for facial skin problems and anti ageing tips.

Good skin care is important, as your skin has many functions within your body.

Two of the important things your skin does is it provides a protective barrier and helps with sensory perception.

Skin Anatomy

The skin contains many different cells and structures and it constantly changes as layers are shed and replaced by other layers.

Skin varies in thickness throughout the body and different people have different layers of thickness.

There are three layers of skin, the epidermis, the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue.

The epidermis is the outer layer of skin. The top layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum) has dead skin cells which shed approximately every two weeks.

The dermis contains three types of tissue (collagen, elastic tissue and reticular fibers). The subcutaneous tissue is a layer of fat and connective tissue.

SKIN TYPES

There are four skin types. Different skin types may need different approaches to achieve healthy skin.

It is important to use the appropriate skin care tips for each skin type.

Normal skin has the proper balance between oil and moisture, so that it is not greasy or dry. It looks clear, supple and healthy. Normal skin still needs good skin care, but requires less treatment than other skin types.

Dry skin cannot retain moisture as well as normal skin. It may flake and it is prone to wrinkles and lines. Important skin care tips for dry skin include the regular use of a good moisturizer.

Oily skin has an over secretion of sebum. There is excess oil on the surface of the skin. Oily skin often develops spots and pimples. Important skin care tips for oily skin include regular and thorough cleansing.

Combination skin is a combination of both oily and dry skin. The forehead, nose and chin may be oily, and the cheeks and other areas may be dry. Each area should be given the right skin care that is needed for that skin type.

The secret power of Vitamin C, what are its benefits for Hay fever ?

If you're suffering from hay fever you are probably familiar with antihistamine drugs.

The thing is that antihistamine drugs can cause drowsiness and are hard on the liver.

A liver which is already overloaded by the high histamine levels in the blood vessels. Not many know that something as simple as Vitamin C is a natural antihistamine and a natural remedy to hay fever.


Chemists believe the vitamin works as follows:

During allergic attacks, such as hay fever, the vitamin-C level in the body goes down; at the same time, histamine in the blood goes up.

Histamine is the villain of allergy, for it is an irritating substance normally present in small amounts in the body but formed in large quantities whenever tissues are damaged — e.g., in the red area around a burn.

Injected under the skin, it produces a hivelike raised wheal with reddened skin around it.

If air is bubbled through a test tube, histamine and vitamin C react with each other, releasing ammonia and eliminating the irritating chemical.

As circulating blood contains dissolved oxygen, it is thought likely that the same reaction goes on in the body, and thus relieves wheezing and sneezing and other symptoms.

Vitamin C not only supports the immune system, but helps the body defend itself against the consequences of having too much histamine released. It can also help reduce the release of histamine.

Bioflavonoids are the substances that give fruits and vegetables their rich colours. They are synergistic with vitamin C, which means if you use the two together, you will get even more benefit.

The best bioflavonoid for hay fever is quercetin, which helps stabilise the cell membranes of those cells that would otherwise discharge their supply of histamine into the surrounding blood and tissue.

A natural antihistamine, it will work in the body to reduce any inflammation of the nasal passages, the bronchial airways, and the throat.

It is found naturally in red and yellow onions, shallots, squash, courgettes, and broccoli - however, sufferers cannot eat enough of these foods to get the full benefits.


Why it works:

Vitamin C has natural antihistamine properties, which can prevent inflammation of the airways, and alleviate many hay fever symptoms.
It also helps the immune system function more effectively.

How to use it:

Good food sources of vitamin C are guava, bell peppers, strawberries, kiwi, kale, cabbage and oranges.
Since the body simply sheds whatever vitamin C it doesn't need, it's difficult to get too much.

What to watch out for:

High doses of vitamin C may affect your stool.
If your bowel movements become loose or watery, back off your dosage.

Tips for Skin Allergies and Sensitive Skin Care

Hi ! It’s Raymond here with some information and help on caring for skin allergies and sensitive skin.

Sensitive skin care is more than just choosing the right sensitive skin care product.

Sensitive skin and skin which is prone to allergies has a low tolerance level to certain products or environmental conditions. People with skin allergies may react quickly to chemicals, heat or wind by developing red, blotchy and irritated skin. I will cover the following topics in this article:

Problems Faced by People with Skin Allergies


NATURAL METHODS

Herbal Remedies

Sensitive skin care is more than just choosing the right sensitive skin care product. To provide the best skin allergies care, you need an overall approach to providing the best possible care.

Sensitive skin has a low tolerance level to certain products or environmental conditions.

People with sensitive skin and skin allergies may react quickly to chemicals, heat or wind by developing red, blotchy and irritated skin. Different people have different levels of skin sensitivity.

Some people may react to a product, while for others it produces no effect. Similarly, some people may have a very severe allergic reaction, while others only have a mild reaction.


Problems Faced by People with Skin Allergies

People with skin allergies face many problems. The redness, irritation and blotchiness associated with sensitive skin can be uncomfortable and embarrassing.

It can be annoying having to avoid everything that may cause sensitive skin to flare up. Providing the right sensitive skin care can be particularly difficult, as many skin products will have a negative effect.


Dealing with Skin Allergies


NATURAL METHODS

Natural skin care can be an effective way of treating sensitive skin and allergic skin. Natural products are less likely to trigger the reaction that other products may have on sensitive skin. Here are some of the best natural ways to treat sensitive skin.

Food Intake and Hydration

Diet can play a big part in sensitive skin break outs. A healthy diet (containing plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables) will help skin look and be healthy. People with sensitive skin should pay attention to their diet and take note if any foods seem to trigger an allergic skin reaction.

Even some healthy foods may cause a reaction in some people, so do not discount these when you look at possible triggers. Hot and spicy foods are particularly likely to cause a negative effect.

People with sensitive skin should also drink lots of water, which will help keep their skin hydrated. When skin is adequately hydrated, it is healthier and better able to fight off skin irritations.


Herbal Remedies

Herbal remedies are very good for skin allergies and sensitive skin, because they are free from the harsh chemicals that can cause skin problems.

Generally, products that contain natural ingredients will be better for your skin and less likely to cause allergic skin reaction.

• Try the following remedies for some special sensitive skin care.
• Use almond or jojoba oil to cleanse your face.
• Comfrey steeped in water can make a good toner.
• Make a facial exfoliate by mixing grapefruit with oatmeal.
• Make a face mask out of fruit.
• Cucumber and yoghurt also makes a good face mask for sensitive skin.
• Licorice is a good product for sensitive skin. Look for skin care products that contain licorice.
• Aloe Vera can soothe skin that is red, irritated and blotchy. Apply directly to the skin.

Even when using natural products, people with sensitive skin need to be careful. As some sensitive skin reactions are caused by allergies, even organic products may cause an adverse reaction in someone.

Check every product on a small area of your skin first, and stop using a product if it seems to be triggering the symptoms associated with sensitive skin.


You can find all this information and more to protect you and your family in my ebook How to Blast Your Allergies Away Forever !

Good nutrition for allergies, hay fever

What is Good nutrition for allergies, hay fever ?


It's hay fever season down here in Arizona now.
But I am very happy I don't have to suffer from it anymore.

Today, I want to talk about some of the good nutrition for hay fever. This is not my secret formula and you may need to take at least 3 months to get the result. But this also helps to keep your body healthy.

* Take Vitamin C and E

When your body doen't have enough Vitamin E, it is easy to get allergic reactions.

Vitamin E has power to calm some allergic reactions and
get rid of cholestorol, improve blood circulation, fix your hormonal balance, keep skin young,

You can take it from herbs or foods such as beans, nuts ( almonds, hazelnuts, and sunflower seeds).

The richest source of vitamin E is wheat germ. Other foods that contain vitamin E include liver, eggs, sunflower seeds; corn-oil margarine; mayonnaise; cold-pressed vegetable oils, including olive, corn, safflower, soybean, spinach and kale; greens (beet, collard, mustard, turnip) sweet potatoes; avocado, asparagus and yams

Vitamin C has power to get rid of your stress.
If you feel stressed out, take foods such as guava , kiwi, strawberry, orange, lemon, potatos ( but not fried potatos, French fries ) .

* Avoid to eat fast foods, instant foods,

Since instant foods and fast foods became popular and people started to eat these junk foods such as frozen pizza ( and many other frozen foods) , hamburgers, fried potatos, people have been getting allergic reactions, hay fever, eczema, itchy skin.

Because fresh foods and fresh herbs contain the best natural vitamins , it's good to eat while still fresh.

But If you are really serious to relieve your hay fever immediately, I recommend to use my secret formula.

How to blast your allergies away forever !

Eczema, Itchy Skin

Characterised by extremely dry, inflamed and itchy skin, eczema is a very common problem that affects one in ten of us.

When eczema ( itchy skin) develops early in life, it is mainly referred to as atopic and usually runs in families with a history of allergies such as hayfever and asthma.

Certain household allergens such as dust, house-mites and animal danders seem to provoke flare-ups. Outbreaks of eczema can also be triggered by viral infections and stress.

Eczema (itchy skin) usually appears on the inner arms, especially elbows, backs of knees and wrists but in severe cases may affect the whole body.

Sometimes tiny itchy blisters appear and the skin can be weepy. Scratching itchy skin can allow germs to pass into the skin which leads to infection.

Eczema also occurs when the skin reacts to certain irritants such as nickel in jewellery, perfumes and plastics. This may also be referred to as contact dermatitis. Long-term use of hydro-cortisone creams makes the skin thinner and more easily damaged.

Here are some better natural alternatives :

Try applying a compress, made with an infusion of chamomile, to itchy skin and inflamed areas. Apply some aloe vera gel to the skin .

• The omega-3 and -6 fatty acids are particularly helpful for eczema sufferers. As well as moisturising skin from within, they also reduce inflammation. It is well worth supplementing your diet with a combination of cod liver oil and borage oil capsules. Zinc, vitamin C and B6 are also important nutrients for promoting skin healing.

• As stress aggravates eczema, finding a way to stay calm and composed helps keep flare-ups at bay. Be sure your diet is rich in anti-stress B vitamins.

• Chinese herbal medicine is often successful at treating skin problems such as eczema. Treatment is specially tailored to each individual.

• Reduce exposure to dust and house-mites as well as any known allergens. Investing in anti-dust-mite bedding often reduces eczema flare-ups.
Wear pure cotton, silk and soft natural fibres next to your skin – avoid prickly wool.

Food allergies can also trigger and exacerbate eczema.

The above remedies take a lot of patience and time.

There is a much faster and effective natural remedy for eczema ( itchy skin ) which is detailed in my book, How to Blast Your Allergies Away Forever !

Beneficial Foods and Nutritional Supplements for
hay fever

By Raymond Entwistle

Hayfever sufferers should try to include more of the following foods in their everyday diet: Beta carotene rich foods, such as the red, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, are also rich in bioflavonoids and vitamin C.

Hayfever sufferers require greater amounts of these nutrients.

Try to find good quality food, organic if possible - the vitamin levels will be higher and it will be free of synthetic pesticide residues.

Dark green foods are also helpful as they help to eliminate excess toxins in the body. They also contain large amounts of beta carotene.

Choose dark green leafy salads like watercress ; vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, freshly picked nettles, green beans and kale.

Seaweeds are also beneficial due to their high mineral content. Supplement your diet with spirulina, blue green algae, wheatgrass, or chlorella as well as including these foods in your diet.Sprouted seeds and bean sprouts are also very beneficial.
Add to salads and soups.

Garlic helps to reduce excess catarrh, eat two raw cloves a day (have on toast or stir into food at the end of cooking) or take a garlic supplement.

Oats feed and nourish the nervous system and contain significant quantities of B vitamins and minerals.


P.S. These supplements are good for many kinds of illness and they will keep your body healthy. However it will take a while and you have to be very patient.
If you want immideate relief from your hay fever , you can find out my amazing secret all natural remedies information in my book " How to blast your allergies away forever !"

The Seasons for Hay Fever

By Raymond Entwistle

Trees, grasses and weeds have windborne pollen.
According to sensitivity, the "hay fever season" for a particular individual occurs when the plants that affect him or her pollinate.

Thus, in general, those sensitive to tree pollens (such as elm, maple, birch, poplar and others) suffer in the early spring.

Late spring and early summer is the time for the grasses , which affect nearly half of all hay fever sufferers. Weeds, such as ragweed, flourish and pollinate from mid-August to mid-fall.

Of people with hay fever, 75 per cent are sensitive to ragweed.

But an individual may react to one or more pollens in more than one of these groups, so that his own "season" may be from early spring to the first frost.

For that matter, a person sensitive to dust, to dog dander, or to some other airborne material from which he cannot easily escape may suffer all year round.

Mold and fungus spores (seeds), also airborne substances during the summer months, cause reactions in many people.

Frequently found around hay, straw and dead leaves, their growth is encouraged by humid weather and places with poor ventilation -- damp basements, for instance.

How Hay Fever Occurs ?


Hay fever is caused by windborne substances like pollen and ragweed. The allergy is caused by an over reaction to these substances. Usually, the body sends out antibodies to fight off the offending invaders and the amount of antibodies sent is usually proportional to the amount of damage.

But if you have an allergy, the body sends out too many antibodies, which then attack the allergen and the body’s own tissue, causing the usual hay fever symptoms of runny nose, itchy eyes, sinus pressure.

In order to alleviate this problem it is best to avoid whatever is causing your allergy. Of course, this is not always possible.

The usual medications that are recommended only work for a short time. They only alleviate the symptoms, they don’t go to the core of the problem. Allergy shots are the same. They may work for one allergy season, but not for the next.

Natural remedies are much safer, and often go to the root of the problem, fixing the underlying cause of the body’s over reaction in the first place.

There are several herbs that help with hay fever.

Nettles has been a longtime favorite. It contains many vitamins and minerals that help the body overcome the allergy.

Leeks and green onions are also excellent. You can make leeks and green onion soup. This will go a long way toward helping alleviate your symptoms.

Cayenne pepper. This herb is very hot, and if you can tolerate it, is excellent for almost any allergy or illness. It contains many vitamins and minerals which are circulated throughout the blood stream.

One of the best ways to cool off after taking cayenne, is to drink a glass of cold milk.

Elder flowers is another herb that’s very helpful.


How to blast your allergies away forever !

All the allergy cure didnt work for me !


I had been suffering for years from hay fever.

I had tried all the different over the counter medications.

None of them worked for me.

They all have side effects, some of them serious.

Most of them made me feel worse than the condition itself.
What was my experience ?
You know the feeling, your hay fever is acting up, so you take one of the common medications.
Next thing you know, you’re sleeping for like 24 hours, and when you wake up, you feel like you’ve been hit by a mack truck.

You’re still groggy.

Or, you take a medication that says it doesn’t cause drowsiness, and what do you get ?

Your heart starts racing.

What’s wrong with this picture ?

What about all the different allergy treatments ?

They are all too expensive.

They take too long, and often require complicated procedures.

You can get allergy shots. But they only work for one allergy season.

And who really wants to get shots, anyway ?

So I started looking into natural remedies.

I went to the library and researched herbal remedies.

After trying some, I started getting better results, but most of them were too slow.

And all the herbs that they said were for hay fever and allergies, didn’t work for me.

I got some pretty good results with a Chinese herbs formula ,but not quite strong enough.

I was still suffering with hay fever.

I was taking another herb that I had read about that seemed promising, but it also didn’t help with my hay fever.

But it did have one excellent side benefit.

It got rid of an annoying skin itch caused by the dry air of the Southwest, that had been plaguing me ever since I moved there.

So I continued taking it.

Then one day, I took that same herb, and completely by accident, I happened to take another herb I had read about soon after.

Within twenty minutes, my hay fever was gone !

It has never come back.

The funny thing is, if I take only one herb without the other, they don’t work.

If you took only one or the other of either of these herbs, you would never know either one of them is even remotely good for allergies and hay fever.

But taken together, what a powerhouse !!

Absolutely unbelievable !

Don’t waste your precious time and money on expensive medications !

Natural remedies hold the answers.

You just have to be patient, and find them.

Allergy Natural remedy

Tips for natural allergy cures

Allergies are the immune system's exaggerated response to a foreign substance. Exposure to what is normally a harmless substance, such as pollen, causes the immune system to react as if the substance is harmful. Substances that cause allergies are called allergens.

Obtaining natural allergy cures by taking herbs and vitamins are the best route to take without incurring side effects

Environmental elements such as dust, pollen, and mold seep into your sinuses. Your body perceives these substances as harmful and reacts by producing histamines.

One of the most common sinus allergy afflictions is due to hay fever and ragweed. Hay fever is an allergic reaction to your environment

Hay fever is a chronic condition characterized by sneezing, nasal congestion, runny and itching nose, ears and eyes.

Doctors call it allergic rhinitis. Most people know it as hay fever and if you've got it - - as 22 million Americans do - - you're likely to be plagued during the spring and fall seasons by such annoying symptoms as sneezing, congestion, runny nose, itchy throat and red, watery eyes.
Hay fever is basically an allergic reaction to pollens from trees, weed and grasses.
Unlike garden flower pollen, which is carried by insects, the dry lightweight pollens which cause allergic rhinitis are generally spread by wind currents which make them difficult to avoid.

Signs and Symptoms of Hay Fever :

• Itchy, red eyes
  
• Clear discharge from the nose and eyes
  
• Sneezing
  
• Fatigue
  
• Nervousness, irritability
  
• Sleep loss

Nutritional Supplementation allergy cures:

Quercetin stabilizes the membranes of the cells that release histamine.

• Echinacea is a natural health remedy to boost the immune system
  
  
• Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory. Take daily, or as needed for symptoms.
  
  
• Placing sliced cucumbers on the eyes will help relieve red, itchy eyes.
  
  
• Nettle leaf reduces tissue swelling.
  
  
• A steam inhalation treatment of basil, peppermint, eucalyptus, or pine can help ease congestion.
  
  
• Tiger Balm (available in most stores) contains a blend of beneficial herbs in a wax base. Apply liberally to the chest and neck to help alleviate nasal congestion.

General Recommendations:

• Stay indoors as much as possible during the "allergy season." Keep windows shut and use the air-conditioner when possible. Especially avoid going outdoors in the afternoon, as this is when allergens are at their worst.
  
  
• Avoid tobacco smoke.
  
  
• Shower and change when you come indoors after spending time outside. Pollen can stick to your hair and clothing.
  
  
• Keep pets either inside or outside.
  
  
• Try using an air purifier and filter in your home. Make sure and keep the filters to your heater/air conditioner clean (or replace them regularly).
  
  
• A study at the University of California-Davis found that eating yogurt every day significantly reduced the incidence of hay fever attacks.

May these allergy cures and health insights help you to live a longer, healthy and happy life.