Sun damage is the leading cause of wrinkled skin. In fact, many experts agree that wrinkles are the direct cumulative result of decades of unprotected sun exposure, rather than aging itself. Ultraviolet (UV) rays penetrate the skin, invading the normally sturdy layers below and eventually destroying collagen and elastin. Collagen makes your [...]
Oprah On Skin Care
November 25, 2007 By Leave a Comment
If you haven’t already heard, last week Oprah revealed her favorite things for 2007. Among the list were the following skin and body care products:
CLARISONIC Skin Care System
Claus Porto Soaps from Lafco New York
Kai Body Butter & Body Buffer
Of particular note is the CLARISONIC Skin Care System which is touted to reduce the appearance [...]
Cosmetic Surgery At Its Worst
November 15, 2007 By 1 Comment
It saddens my heart to hear of the death of Donda West, mother of superstar recording artist Kanye West, following cosmetic surgery. Donda West was a 58 year old former chairwoman of Chicago State University’s English department, who had been managing her son’s career since 2004. She recently released a book entitled Raising Kanye: Life [...]
Quick Tip: When ALA is Best For You
November 13, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is perfect for people prone to allergic reactions to other types of skin products. It works to improve the overall appearance of the skin, but it is at its best treating the following problems:
lines and wrinkles
under eye bags and puffiness
enlarged pores
acne scars
sallow or dull and skin
Work Wonders On Eye Wrinkles With Alpha Lipoic Acid
November 11, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a natural, antioxidant that exists deep inside every cell in our bodies. It can increase the positive effects of other antioxidants such as vitamins C and E. ALA also has the ability to affect metabolism. This is important because aging cells have a slower metabolism, which leads [...]