How To Apply Natural Collagen ?

Application of Natural Collagen PLATINUM.

Before using collagen remove make-up (with milk, cream or olive oil) then wash face, neck and neckline.

After cleaning and drying skin, moisten skin again with boiled or mineral water.

Do not use tonics with alcohol!

Apply a very thin layer of collagen (2 – 3 pumps from applicator) onto the skin; rub with motions along the grain of the muscles using downward movements,

Day time application of Natural Collagen.

Under make-up and other cosmetics, under skincare products, UV protection products (sun block) and under cold, wind and air-conditioning protection products,

Night time application of Natural Collagen.

An initial slight facial contractions should stop a few minutes after application, if contractions continue for longer - apply cream or lotion.

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Is Your Skin Sensitive?

If you have sensitive skin then you probably know how hard it is to find proper skincare products. Sensitive skin requires a lot more care than regular skin does. The first step towards finding the right sensitive skincare products is to know whether or not you actually have sensitive skin at all.

Is Your Skin Sensitive?

Sensitive skin is easy to spot based upon a number of factors. If your skin changes according to the environment; if your skin changes according to the seasons; and if your skin changes according to your moods, then you probably have sensitive skin.

Another way to tell if your skin is sensitive is to test out new products. If your skin breaks into a rash when you use a new product, then your skin is probably sensitive. Those with eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis are also considered sensitive skin types.

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Fish Derived Collagen Could Help Relieve Sensitive Skin, Study.

By Katie Bird, 07-Jul-2009

An oligosaccharide and a fish derived collagen could provide relief for sufferers of sensitive skin, according to scientists from Rome, Italy.

Topical application of gluco-oligosaccharide (G-OS) and collagen tripeptide F (CTP-F) can improve skin smoothness, hydration, pH and the skin’s barrier function in sensitive skin sufferers, the study claims.

According to the study, published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science, the G-OS is a water soluble oligosaccharide similar to those found in breast milk that help protect newborns from infection.

These oligosaccharides help protect from infection without having bactericidal effects and therefore do not induce bacterial resistance, wrote the researchers led by Enzo Berardesca at the San Gallicano Dermatological Institute.

They work by stopping the bacteria from adhering to the cell wall, one of the first steps in mounting an infection and appear to act on Staphylococcus aureus – a bacteria found in the majority of patients who suffer from atopic dermatitis and is thought to be related to skin inflammation.

CTP-F in the formulation was derived from fish skin and has been shown, according to the study, to be able to stimulate human fibroblast collagen production after topical application.

Twenty female volunteers applied a lotion and a milk containing G-OS and CTP-F to the face morning and evening respectively. Treatment continued for a four week period and a foaming face wash containing the same ingredients was used if and when necessary.

Another twenty female volunteers served as a control group using the placebo products. Allocation to the groups was random.

The researchers then tested a number of parameters including skin pH, skin volume and roughness and trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), comparing the placebo group to those using the treatment formulation.

A significant decrease in skin volume was seen in the treatment group as was skin roughness, which the researchers claimed reflected an improvement of the surface homogeneity of the skin.

In addition, barrier function measured by TEWL was significantly reduced in the treatment group.

However, no significant difference was found between the active and placebo groups in the number of staphylococcus colonies, although there was a slight increase in the number in the placebo group.

According to the researchers, the fact that the volunteers chosen had sensitive skin and not atopic dermatitis could explain the relatively normal levels of bacterial colonies in both treatment and placebo groups.

Skin pH was also stabilised in the treatment group which is crucial for maintaining good skin barrier function, the study claimed.

According to the researchers, this research illustrates that normalization of the skin barrier properties and stratum corneum moisturization by a treatment such as this can help improve the symptoms of sensitive skin.

Source: International Journal of Cosmetic Science
2009, 31, pages 271-277
Effects of topical gluco-oligosaccharide and collagen tripeptide F in the treatment of sensitive atopic skin
E. Berardesca, E. Abril, M. Serio, N. Cameli.

Beautiful Cheeks With Miessence Blush.

(Product Review) By Aria Milan, Skin Care & Body Care Editor

The act of blushing is associated with the glow of being in love and has always been considered an alluring quality. Throughout the ages, women have applied color to their cheeks to capture the beauty of the blushing effect. The perfect shade of blush is a prize find. The right color for cheeks can mean the difference between a healthy, youthful glow and a sick pallor.

Finding "just the right color" can be a challenge in and of itself, but narrowing the search to include finding the right blush in an all natural cosmetic can be a frustrating endeavor. Most cosmetics on the market are awash with harmful chemical additives. One could deduce that these chemical additives play a key role in the texture and "feel" of the cosmetic.

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Winter Skin.

We may not want to admit it, but winter is just around the corner. This means that your skin care regime must change in order to accommodate those harsh winds and dry days.

Stocking up on quality skin care products is a good idea, though these products alone won’t help you fight those winter winds. Thankfully, there are some things that you can do to protect your skin all winter long. Do you want to know the best part about winter skin care steps? They are easy to accomplish, and they will provide you with glowing skin all year long.

Let’s begin with dry skin, since it is the number one skin care complaint during the winter months. Many people believe that dry skin is caused by a lack of oil within the skin. Simply put, this is not true. You see, dry skin occurs when water is lacking. Drink more water during the winter months, and make sure to slather yourself in a good natural moisturizer when you get out of the shower every morning.

Additionally, if you get into the habit of eating healthy foods that contain lots of fatty acids, you will find that your skin responds favourably to this type of diet. Foods like nuts, figs, dried fruits, and some seeds are packed with the nutrients that your skin needs. It is also really important to use a great facial moisturizer daily.

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