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Nicholas Tan asked:


Talking about skin care, ‘facial skin care’ seems to top the chart. There are loads of facial skin care products available in the market. The most common facial skin care products are the ones that are used as part of daily routine. These include things like cleansers and moisturizers. Toners and exfoliation ones are well known too but not many people use them as such.

The general classification of facial skin care products is based on the following:

* Gender (so there are facial skin care products for men and there are facial skin care products for women)

* Skin type (facial skin products for oily skin, facial skin care products for dry skin, facial skin care products for normal skin and facial skin care products for sensitive skin)

* Age (facial skin care products for old and facial skin care products for young)

* Skin disorder (i.e. facial skin care products for treatment of various skin orders like eczema, acne etc)

So that is your starting point for choosing a facial skin care product that suits you. A good way to start is by determining your skin type first. Also note that the skin type changes with age, so the facial skin product that suits you today, might not suit you forever and hence you need to constantly evaluate the effectiveness of your facial skin care product.

The facial skin care products are available in various forms i.e. creams, lotions, gels, masks etc, and a lot of people try to pit one against the other in their discussion on which form is best. However, one can’t really rate one form as better than another form. What suits you (and whatever you are comfortable with) is the best form of facial skin care product for you, really.

However, it’s important to note that these products work differently for different people. So the best thing is to try the facial skin care product on a small patch of skin (e.g. ear lobes) before actually going ahead and using it.

Another important consideration is the state of your skin. If you are suffering from a skin disorder of any kind, it is best to seek the advice of a dermatologist before you actually make your selection and start using a facial skin care product.

Once you have selected the facial skin care product for yourself, you also need to ensure that you use the facial skin care product in the right way i.e. follow correct procedures for application, use the correct quantity and make the facial product a part of your skin care routine.



Minnaminnie

Marilynn Syrett asked:


Alcohol Derivatives has been a despised ingredient in skin care products for many years. They are notorious for drying the skin and cause irritations. However, not all alcohols are the same. There are certain alcohols that are good for the skin and have potential benefits.

Why are Alcohols Bad for the Skin?

Alcohols, by themselves can have severe impact on the skin. They dilate the blood vessels and interfere with the body’s ability to process Vitamin A. The reduced absorption of Vitamin A accelerates the process of premature aging and causes wrinkles and fine lines to appear on the skin. Alcohol consumption also results in increased flushing of the skin, decreased absorption and efficacy of vitamin A, and increased toxicity of vitamin A and ß-carotene.

Moisturizers that contain a low molecular weight of alcohol fail to be effective because they quickly evaporate from the skin surface. Some of the alcohols that you should completely avoid are ethanol, ethyl alcohol, denatured alcohol, methanol, benzyl alcohol, methyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, and SD alcohol. Denatured or ‘SD’ signifies that the alcohols are processed so they cannot be ingested.

Alcohols That Are Good

There are several cosmetic alcohols that are actually very beneficial for the skin. Also known as fatty alcohols, they help skin care formulations to act as efficient skin care products.

Here are some beneficial alcohols:

Cetyl Alcohol

Extracted from coconut oil, it is an emollient that is included in skin care products to stabilize the formulations. It is a prime ingredient in moisturizers because it helps the moisturizer lock the moisture in the skin and form a protective barrier through which water cannot penetrate. Moreover, cetyl alcohol is also added to skin care products to alter their consistencies or to increase their foaming capacity. It is often included in baby lotions, hand creams, foundation, lipsticks, shampoos, mascara, deodorants, nail polish removers etc.



Stearyl Alcohol

Like the former, stearyl alcohol is also derived from coconut oil. Because it is an emollient as well as an emulsifier, it can be substituted for cetyl alcohol to firm skin care formulations. It is mostly found in creams, lubricants, depilatories and conditioners.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Cetearyl alcohol is an emulsifying wax that is used to soften thick formulas like skin ointments. Derived from natural oils and fats, it is very efficient in stabilizing skin care formulationsbecause it imparts an emollient feel to the skin. It can be used in water-in-oil emulsions, oil-in-water emulsions and anhydrous formulations. Cetearyl alcohol is widely used in cleansers, permanent hair color, face creams, eye make-up and sunblocks.

Lanolin Alcohol

Lanolin alcohol is derived from the sebaceous glands of sheep’s wool. This is the reason why it is often believed to be an allergen and sensitizing agent. However, it is an excellent emollient and its lower concentrations result in lower sensitivity rates. It is used extensively in moisturizers, sunscreen, shaving creams and cosmetics.

It is absolutely safe to use alcohols that are listed safe to be used. In fact, lower concentrations of low molecular weight alcohols do not irritate the skin or cause irritations. All you need to do is to control alcohol consumption, especially so if you are using skin care products that contain Vitamin A.

Some Product Suggestions

Remergent Complete Cleanser

It is a superb skin cleanser that also provides pH correction ingredients which condition the skin and helps it achieve optimal treatment results. It not only deep cleans the skin but also tones it all the time taking care not to cause any dryness. Some of its essential benefits are:

It cleans the skin and tones it thoroughly

It removes all the dirt, debris, residue particles and make-up elements

It prepares the skin and helps it absorb active ingredients more efficiently

It balances the natural properties of the skin

It suits all skin types

It can be safely used two times a day, both in the morning and at night without causing skin dryness.

The product contains a list of ingredients comprising of alcohols like Decyl Oleate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol to name a few.

Obagi ELASTIderm Night Eye Cream

It’s an essential night eye cream that not only improves the skin elasticity but also makes the skin firmer, radiant and youthful. It works at night when the body rests and repairs itself naturally. With regular use, it diminishes wrinkles, fine lines and crow’s feet and replenishes the collagen and elastin fibers within the skin.

Elastiderm Night Cream contains both Stearyl and Cetyl alcohol.



Valentina

Tim Faber asked:


A few simple techniques and tips can help us all maintain and keep a healthy, clear complexion.  Hydration, a good choice of diet, and an effective skin care regime can keep our skin toned, firm and wrinkle-free.

Our skin comprises of various layers and the outermost layer is the worst affected of all. If we are to ensure that our skin is looked after and remains healthy forever, we need to protect it from excessive pollution and harsh UV rays.

These two are also known to make your skin appear dull and dark. To help achieve fairness, we need to first remove our tan. For that, we need to ensure that only natural skin care techniques are used. Avoid chemicals as they are known to damage your skin in the long run.

Below are a few tips that would regain your fair glow.

1) Eat a Healthy Diet – Diet plays an important role in nourishing your skin and is known to make or break your skin tone. If your diet is rich in carbohydrates and fats, your skin is bound show the effect. It might become oily and break into pimples.

At the same time, if your diet includes ample servings of fresh fruits and vegetables, it would again reflect on your skin. Your skin would glow, it would become healthy and your tone would eventually lighten. An effective means of lightening your skin and a tried and tested natural skin care tip, a healthy diet paves way to a healthy skin.

2) Use Natural Face Packs – If you feel that your skin is starting to get dark, you need to ensure that your face and neck are massaged with a liberal dose of natural face packs.

Known as an effective anti-wrinkle remedy in the dictionary of natural skin care, the use of papaya to cleanse your skin, cucumber to lighten your dark circles, lemon and sugar to remove your tan and raw milk to cleanse your dirt are known to work wonders for your dark complexion.

3) Use an Effective Sun Block – Always wear a sun screen when out in the sun. It is to be noted than an organic sun screen, which has an ample serving of aloe vera is an effective means of reducing sun tan and is a tried and tested remedy from the house of natural skin care.

4)  Drink Water – Natural skin care clearly states that an individual should drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water a day. Water rids your skin of toxins and makes your skin glow. It is also the safest and the cheapest way to ensure that your skin is well looked after.



Jerzy

robin asked:


I’m looking for a good skin care line. Something that addresses fine lines, and firms. Any suggestions?

Joe

Sissy asked:


I want to study cosmetology, but I’m more interested in skin care. I know cosmetologists get paid like 6 an hour, but how much does a skin care specialist get paid??

Tisha