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Skin Care Cream for an Even Complexion

  • Posted on May 17, 2010 at 1:35 pm

One of the most common problems people suffer with is an uneven complexion, either resulting from an uneven skin tone, or perhaps from scarring that is left as a result of acne or other skin conditions. There are many different types of skin care cream that can help you even out your complexion, it’s just a case of finding the right one for your skin.

You may find you have an uneven skin tone as a result of having sensitive skin, in which case you will have to be very careful when choosing a complexion smoothing cream. Some creams can contain ingredients that are too harsh for very sensitive skin, so be sure to choose one that is made with sensitive skin in mind. These kinds of creams may well be unperfumed, as it is often the fragrance in many cosmetics that can irritate skin.

There are many different active ingredients that are claimed to give fantastic results used in these kinds of skin care creams, but as everyone’s skin is different, something that works wonders on one persons skin may not have the same effect on anothers. As with all skin care creams, it is a case of trial and error to find the cream that works best on your skin. This takes time, and you have to allow a new cream at least three weeks to start showing any kind of results, ideally you will give it six weeks, as this is how long it takes your skin to regenerate completely.

If you would like to try a slightly more natural approach to evening your complexion then look for products containing ingredients such as green tea, white tea, rose extract and chamomile extract as all of these have a wonderfully calming effect on the skin. Creams such as Dr Haushka’s Regenerating Day Cream or Burt’s Bees Radiance Day Creme are excellent examples of creams that use natural ingredients to help soothe your skin and even your skin tone. Complexion enhancing skin care cream can really make a difference if used regularly, and can help boost you confidence while giving you a fresher, healthier looking complexion.

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The best sun creams – getting the right skin care cream

  • Posted on April 19, 2010 at 9:26 pm

While summer sun is always warmly welcomed, we need to be aware of the damage it can do to our skin. Over exposure to harsh sunlight can lead to UV damage, which isn’t necessarily visible immediately. Whether you are out in the garden, or off on a luxury holiday, applying sun cream before you spend any significant amount of time in the sun is essential. Once UV damage is done, no skin care cream can fully repair it which is why sun lotion is so important.

The ranges of sun lotion are so huge it can be difficult to know where to start. The minimum SPF typical European skin should have is SPF 15. If you have particularly fair or sensitive skin then you will want to use a much higher factor. Remember, the SPF is only an indication of the protection given, and this is assuming proper application and re-applying after activities such as swimming.

You don’t have to go for big brands when it comes to sun cream, in fact many supermarkets own brands are excellent in not only value for money, but also product quality.

Boots Soltan Once spray – SPF30

soltan
Having sun cream in a spray makes application so much easier, and this is no exception. With excellent UVA and UVB protection, and a once daily application which incorporates up to 40 minutes in the pool or sea this is a great own brand product that will give you ample protection while on holiday.





Superdrug Solait Spray – SPF15

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This is also another excellent spray on product, and smells lovely. It is easy to apply and will give you superb protection as it has been shown that it actually gives around an SPF25 if applied properly, which is excellent as it is giving some leeway for poor application. It is also water resistant, allowing you up to 40 minutes water exposure before needing to re-apply.




Clarins Oil Free Sun Care spray – SPF15

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This is a lovely light spray, and is perfect for those with oily skin who find that sun cream can give them outbreaks of spots as it can be very heavy and pore blocking. As with all Clarins products this smells great and is a pleasure to apply.  This spray claims to offer deep cellular protection and the cutting edge a mineral filter offering the skin perfect protection.




Nivea Moisturising Sun Lotion – SPF15

niveaNivea have long been associated with excellent skin care creams, and this sun cream is no exception. With the lovely smell that is Nivea this cream is thick and creamy but non-sticky and easy to apply. It works immediately on application and can help to reduce sun allergies which can cause discomfort. With an adequate level of UV protection this makes a great general sun cream to use either at home or abroad.




Whichever brand of sun cream you choose to buy, the most important thing after getting the right factor for your skin is to make sure you apply it properly and regularly. It is all too easy to forget to re-apply your sun cream after swimming, and even if you are using a water resistant cream, it’s effectiveness will deteriorate after water exposure. Choosing the right sun cream is just as important as choosing the right skin care cream as it will help you keep your skin in top condition.

While summer sun is always warmly welcomed, we need to be aware of the damage it can do to

our skin. Over exposure to harsh sunlight can lead to UV damage, which isn’t necessarily

visible immediately. Whether you are out in the garden, or off on a luxury holiday, applying

sun cream before you spend any significant amount of time in the sun is essential. Once UV

damage is done, no skin care cream can fully repair it which is why sun lotion is so

important.

The ranges of sun lotion are so huge it can be difficult to know where to start. The minimum

SPF typical European skin should have is SPF 15. If you have particularly fair or sensitive

skin then you will want to use a much higher factor. Remember, the SPF is only an indication

of the protection given, and this is assuming proper application and re-applying after

activities such as swimming.

You don’t have to go for big brands when it comes to sun cream, in fact many supermarkets

own brands are excellent in not only value for money, but also product quality.

Boots Soltan Once spray – SPF30

Having sun cream in a spray makes application so much easier, and this is no exception. With

excellent UVA and UVB protection, and a once daily application which incorporates up to 40

minutes in the pool or sea this is a great own brand product that will give you ample

protection while on holiday.

Superdrug Solait Spray – SPF15

This is also another excellent spray on product, and smells lovely. It is easy to apply and

will give you superb protection as it has been shown that it actually gives around an SPF25

if applied properly, which is excellent as it is giving some leeway for poor application. It

is also water resistant, allowing you up to 40 minutes water exposure before needing to

re-apply.

Clarins Oil Free Sun Care spray – SPF15

This is a lovely light spray, and is perfect for those with oily skin who find that sun

cream can give them outbreaks of spots as it can be very heavy and pore blocking. As with

all Clarins products this smells great and is a pleasure to apply.  This spray claims to

offer deep cellular protection and the cutting edge a mineral filter offering the skin

perfect protection.

Nivea Moisturising Sun Lotion – SPF15

Nivea have long been associated with excellent skin care creams, and this sun cream is no

excepetion. With the lovely smell that is Nivea this cream is thick and creamy but

non-sticky and easy to apply. It works immediately on application and can help to reduce sun

allergies which can cause discomfort. With an adequate level of UV protection this makes a

great general sun cream to use either at home or abroad.

Whichever brand of sun cream you choose to buy, the most important thing after getting the

right factor for your skin is to make sure you apply it properly and regularly. It is all

too easy to forget to re-apply your sun cream after swimming, and even if you are using a

water resistant cream, it’s effectiveness will deteriorate after water exposure. Choosing

the right sun cream is just as important as choosing the right skin care cream as it will

help you keep your skin in top condition.

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Skin Care Cream – Choosing the Right One

  • Posted on March 31, 2010 at 10:05 am

Skin care cream has become a huge money making industry, with shelf upon shelf of creams all offering different benefits and promising amazing results. Trying to decide which cream you want to buy has become increasingly confusing, with so many benefits being sold in each pot, it is difficult to work out which ones you really need. There are a few factors that you should take into consideration that can make choosing a new skin care cream a lot easier.

First of all, why are you looking to buy a new face cream? It might simply be that you are running low and have decided you would like something different. You might have had a recommendation from a friend about a particular brand, or perhaps the skin cream you are using isn’t really living up to your expectations. One of the mistakes that we all make is giving up on a face cream after a couple of weeks of using it because it hasn’t given us the radiant, wrinkle and crease free, flawless skin that the pot promised. It takes time for the benefits of a new skin care cream to start to show, in fact it takes around six weeks for your skin to regenerate totally, so only then will you see the full benefits.

Patience is the key to success with any new beauty product, you won’t see dazzling results after a couple of days of using a new moisturiser, in fact you might even feel like your skin is getting worse for a couple of days as it adapts to your new cream. Stick to one face cream at a time and use it regularly, it is the only way you will truly get the benefits.

The next important thing you need to consider is what benefits you are hoping to gain from your new face cream. Do you want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, do you want to even out your complexion, or would you like a slightly tinted moisturiser to give you a slight summer glow. There are creams for almost every skincare need, and many creams pack a whole load of benefits into one pot, so you might be able to get some additional perks from your cream.

Anti-aging creams always seem to come with big promises, not only halting the aging process in it’s tracks, but also repairing any visible signs of aging that already exist. While some creams can really improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, in most cases these results will begin to wear off if you stop using the cream regularly. The one thing that you should always check for in a day cream is sunscreen as you should really use sunscreen every single day, even on overcast days as sun and UV damage are one of the biggest culprits when it comes to skin damage. A minimum of SPF 15 is ideally what you should aim for, and most creams that include sunscreen will have this. By making sure you are using a daily sunscreen, you can really slow down the aging process of your skin, meaning you might not need to reach for the anti-aging cream just yet! The last thing of course is your budget.

You might not have a limit on the amount you can spend, but it is worth considering that some of the low budget creams that are on the market now are actually just as good as more expensive creams, in fact, sometimes they are better. At the end of the day, the main thing you should be paying for are the active ingredients in your skin care cream, not the brand name of the cream. Comparing the ingredients of say a top of the range cream, and it’s supermarket brand equivalent may well surprise you, and leave you with a fair whack of change in your pocket.

Doing a little bit of research before you buy a new skin care cream can help you make the right choice at the right price without a headache.

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