5 Ways to keep your skin Glowing

1. Clean Pillowcases: It seems like just an old wives’ tale, but bacteria and dirt can build up on your pillowcases and, obviously, transfer to your skin. Don’t give your skin any extra bacteria to cause breakouts! Make sure that you’re changing your pillowcases regularly!

2. Eat Your Water: Hydration is the most important part of getting beautiful skin. However, there are better and worse ways to hydrate. If you’re confused about the best way to hydrate and become beautiful from the inside out, make sure to read Dr. Murad’s best selling book, The Water Secret.

3. The Makeup Rule: If you’re the kind of person who sometimes forgets to remove her makeup at night, then this is the year that you change that habit! It’s always best if you do your entire skin regimen at night, but at a minimum keep some moist wipes around so that you can get your makeup off before you go to bed at night!

4. Find the Right Acne Skin Treatment: Even within the Murad line of product, there are a number of options designed for various skin types. Just because the Acne Complex regimen works best for most people, it doesn’t mean that it’s the right combination of products for you. Consider acne pill supplements, anti aging acne products and even some alternative cleansers.

5. Minutes to Destress: We’ve said it over and over again, but stress takes its toll on your face. Commit to fifteen minutes a day where you relax with a candle, some music, even a glass of wine. Whatever helps you release the stress of the day.

The key to any good New Year’s resolution is to keep it manageable. Don’t expect to make all of these changes or have perfect skin on the first of the year! But if you begin to implement healthy skin care steps from the beginning of the year, sooner rather than later you’ll be meeting your New Year’s clear skin goal!

Skin Care Tips

Being able to be more knowledgeable about different skin care answers is truly one effective way of helping you maintain a more beautiful and healthy skin. Remember that the causes of different kinds of skin care problems are actually determined by a wide variety of causes, from environmental factors like dirt, oil, dust, smoke and pollution; or even by psychological and physiological factors like stress and over fatigue.

In this case, here then are some interesting facts from the leading maker of skin care products which has been providing skin care answers to consumers, Ceutiderm Rx. Knowing these facts may truly help you understand the different causes of skin care problems, and how are they treated accordingly.

SPF refers to the time that a skin can still be exposed to the rays of the sun

Remember that one of the leading factors of a wide variety of skin care problems is over exposure to the rays of the sun. This is the reason why Ceutiderm Rxs products have been integrating SPF qualities, providing skin care answers for consumers who would want to become protected from the sun. However, not all consumers know the meaning of SPF. SPF refers to the time that a person can be exposed to the suns UVB before having their skin burned.

The eye area requires a specific kind of skin care product (eye creams) than the ones usually used in the face

The fact is that there are a lot of skin care products which are irritating to the eye area. This is because of the fact that the eye area is one of the most sensitive parts of your body. Therefore, the reason why the eye area has a unique skin care product, the eye cream, is to ensure that the eye is not going to be irritated. In addition, the eye area, compared to other parts of the face, requires greater hydration to the lack of oil glands.

Pore size can be decreases using anti-inflammatories

It may be true that your pore size is genetically determined. However, it can also be minimized by using skin care products with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories

Clear up your oily skin now!

CLEAN and Clear, Malaysia's number one skincare brand among teens, has recently reinforced its comprehensive offerings for teenagers.

To its full range of products that treats normal to top skincare concerns, it has now introduced an eight-times oil absorbing rice protein technology for matte, shine free skin.

"We understand that teenagers today love to take pictures and to look good in them. We also understand that having an oily complexion can spoil those lovely shots. Clean & Clear's latest oil absorbing technology is specifically developed with this oily skin concern in mind," said Joyce Lee, managing director of Johnson & Johnson Sdn Bhd.



The all natural rice protein included in the formulation has a unique structure, acting as a micro sponge to soak up oil from the skin all day long. It attracts and captures sebum straight out of skin pores eight times faster and lasts for up to eight hours.




The rice protein technology is now found in Clean & Clear Deep Action line of cleansers. Clean & Clear uses four technologies in its products to help teens take control of their skin. These technologies are used in Clean & Clear skincare range that serves different functions for various skin types.




The first of four technologies would be Angel technology, a pimple fighter that uses salicylic acid and active botanical formula to dissolve pore clogging sebum.

Triclosan prevents pimples and blackheads while Cherry extract works as a complexion brightener.

Herb Cleanser

Recently I had a chance to learn and even test a new completely organic and 100% chemical-free skin care line from the sunny California. This line has been just recently launched in the US and is not yet available in Europe. It is named after its creator Annmarie.




The idea behind Annmarie Skin Care is to offer completely natural skin care products that do not have synthetic preservatives or any other synthetic ingredients. Annmarie’s goal is also to offer effective products that do show results. Her motto is: Organic. Natural. Wild-Crafted!





I had a chance to try out some products from the line:I liked Aloe herb cleanser which provided a nice cleanse without any feeling of tightness. I was very impressed with Annmarie’s ayurvedic facial scrub. First of all, I have never tried anything like this. It comes in form of a “herbal powder”. You add some cleanser to it and rub it on your face. After I washed the green mass off, my skin felt sooo soft and smooth and sort of lighter!




My pores looked smaller! Very impressing! Another product I tested was a coconut honey mask. It smelled delicious and according to Annmarie it is so natural you could eat it. However, I am not sure it’s suitable for my slightly oily skin. It felt very rich and left oily residue on the skin. I liked the Neroli toning mist which feels very refreshing and moisturizing, it smells divine and calms not only skin but soothes senses as well.

9 Food Rules for Better Skin

Wow, great news on how diet effects skin health and aging!


#1: Skip the high-sugar snacks. Eating too much sugar may cause wrinkles and cause unnecessary damage to the cells responsible for collagen. Frederic Brandt, MD, a dermatologist and author of 10 Minutes 10 Years explains that sugar causes skin cells to become especially vulnerable to protein breakdown, making it less resilient, dry, and prone to developing wrinkles(Source: Prevention.com). If you have to cater to that sweet tooth, a piece of fruit is your skin-friendly choice.

#2: Eat your greens. Dark, leafy green vegetables are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin A, an essential vitamin for a clear complexion and even skin tone.




#3: Load up on healthy fats. Avocados, salmon and cashews are valuable sources of healthy fats that can improve the texture and tone of the skin, and make it less vulnerable to damage. If you’re not getting enough healthy fat in your diet, consider an Omega 3 or Omega 6 supplement.



#4: Snack on almonds. Almonds are a valuable source of Vitamin E, another essential vitamin that can restore damaged skin tissue and keep your skin glowing. Vitamin E supplements are another option for excessively dry or inflamed skin.




#5: Go berry-picking. Blueberries, strawberries and other fresh berries are rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals. Eating antioxidant-rich foods can prevent free radical damage so skin stays strong, youthful-looking and resilient, even with toxins in the environment.

#6: Reach for the whole wheat loaf. Whole wheat contains selenium, a mineral that can keep skin cells healthy and ward off skin damage.

#7: Cut back on caffeine. Too much caffeine can deplete vitamins and minerals from your system, and also leave you dehydrated. Dehydration can lead to a duller complexion and flaky skin, so skip the espresso and soda when possible. Green tea may be a healthier alternative, according to Dr. Perricone, and can be enjoyed hot or cold.




#8: Add some color to the salad plate. A daily salad full of colorful vegetables means you’ll enjoy a medley of vitamins, minerals and antioxidant-rich foods that can help keep skin problems at bay.




#9: Skip or limit the alcoholic drinks. Alcohol dehydrates the body and makes you more vulnerable to developing wrinkles, red patches on the skin, and a dull complexion.

Honey Brings Beauty

Honey water for dry skin

Dilute 1 tablespoon of honey in 2 cups of chamomile infusion and wipe face skin at night for 5-7 minutes. Then rinse face with warm water without soap. Honey water is remarkably nourishes skin and smoothes small wrinkles.

Honey milk

Dissolve 1 tablespoon of honey in the glass of warm milk and wipe face skin with this mixture. In 15-20 minutes rinse face with warm water. Honey milk is ideal for very sensitive skin.

Honey lotion for oily skin

Pour 3 tablespoons of grated cucumbers with boiling water and infuse for 2-3 hours. Filter the cucumber infusion and add a teaspoon of honey. Wipe face skin and after half an hour wash face with cool water.

Honey scrub

Take a teaspoon of honey and apply on the face along the massage lines with a thin layer. Then remove remains of honey with a damp cloth. As a result, dead skin cells are removed and skin pores are cleaned. The facial skin becomes radiant and fresh. Course - 10 procedures.

Hand tonic

Mix 1 teaspoon of honey, 3 tablespoons of glycerin, 1 teaspoon of ammonia and half a cup of water. Rub mixture into the skin of your hands. It will become soft and tender.

Honey cream

Mix 50 grams of honey, 100 grams of aqueous lanolin and 50 grams of almond oil. Warm the mixture on the stove for a couple minutes and mix carefully. Apply honey cream on the face as a mask for half an hour. It remarkably renews rough facial skin. Keep this cream in the refrigerator.

Rejuvenating cream for aging skin

Take 2 tablespoons of any fruit juice (lemon, strawberry...) and grind with 1 teaspoon of butter and 1 teaspoon of honey. Then add 1 tablespoon of camphor spirit drop wise and mix well. Use this cream for the aging, withering skin.

Honey bath

Mix some milk and honey and pour the mixture into a hot water bath. Dry skin becomes soft and silky after a bath.

BlackBerry Brings Beauty

Blackberry contains the great amount of vitamins and minerals: vitamins B, E, F, C, carotene,glucose, fructose, organic acids, tocopherol, and pectin. Blackberry leaves are rich in vitamin C, tannins, amino acids and minerals too.

Blackberry is widely used in traditional cosmetics. It is the great mean to refresh facial skin, get rid it of the gray tint, remove obsolete cells and restore skin color. For example, decoction of blackberry leaves soothes irritation and inflammation of the skin. So, you are welcome to use effective homemade recipes for skin care from this tasty berry.

If you want to give the skin a healthy fresh complexion, then grind a handful of blackberry leaves and scald it with a small amount of boiling water. Put the gruel between layers of gauze and put on the face for 15-20 minutes. There is no need to wash face later.

Refreshing mask. Knead 2 tablespoons of blackberries and add as much cream as to get a creamy mass. Apply the mask on the face for 10-15 minutes. Wash off the mask with a cotton pad wet in warm green tea, and then wash with cool water. This mask is very good for the neck and chest too.

It is very effective to clean the withering and flabby skin with a mixture of blackberry juice and milk (proportion 1:1). Clean oily skin with blackberry juice and dry skin with a mixture of blackberry juice and boiled water.

Mask for oily skin. Knead fresh blackberries; add ½ teaspoon of honey and 2-4 drops of lemon juice. Apply on the face for 10-15 minutes. Wash with water of room temperature.

Mask of a blackberry pure cleans skin and constricts pores.

Mix blackberry juice with mineral water (proportion 1:1) and wipe face in the morning and evening. The skin will become fresh and elastic.

To nourish the facial skin, apply grinded blackberry leaves on the face for 15 minutes. Moisten the skin with any moisturizing cream before. Wash with boiled water.

Horrible Skin......

After a severe Human Pappiloma Virus (HPV) infection, Dede Koswara, a 35-year-old Indonesian fisherman, was dubbed the "tree man" because of the gnarled warts all over his body.

He first noticed the warts on his body after cutting his knee as a teenager. Over time, Dede was sacked from his job, deserted by his wife and shunned by neighbours as the horn-like extensions covered much of his body and stopped him working.

He has two children. After his case received widespread publicity, donations from the public and government help allowed him to get treatment, 6 kilos of warts were surgically removed from his body.