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Sharon Hopkins asked:

Tomatoes are of great help for your skin. If you happen to go in the sun and in that span of time you get tanned, there is an easy solution. Prepare cucumber and tomato juice mixture to be applied on the affected areas of your skin. Keep it for 10 minutes; later wash it off with clean water. You will notice the difference.

Anyone can have skin rashes and the main reason for these rashes is silicon deficiency. This problem is overcome by having good amounts of sprouts, tomatoes and other vegetables and fruits.

Make a mixture of honey and tomato juice to be applied on your face and neck. Wash it off after 15 minutes and within minutes you would see a glowing face in front of the mirror.

Another recipe for glowing skin is the mixture of 2 tsp tomato juice and 4 tsp curd. Apply it well on your skin and wash it in 15 minutes to see the difference.

This recipe is for all those people who have oily skins, open pores and blackheads. Tomato has a acidic trait which also contains potassium and vitamin C which helps in cleansing the face. Rub a sliced piece of tomato on your skin and leave it for fifteen minutes. This would help the pores. Later wash it off with water.

For a good complexion spread the pulp of tomato on your face daily. Keep it for 1 hour and then wash it off with warm water. If done regularly the results will be seen.

The tomato lotion helps in shrinking the enlarged pores and this can be made by using tomato juice mixed with 2 or 3 drops of lime juice. Apply this solution on your face and then wash it off for 15 minutes.

A great recipe to remove sunburn can be made by adding 2 tsp tomato juice in 4 tbsp of buttermilk. Apply it all over your skin. Wash it off after keeping it for 1/2 hour.

You can easily make a homemade cleanser by using tomato and milk. Use tomato juice by straining the pulp and mix it with equal parts of milk. Store this in a bottle which can be refrigerated to be used everyday. Apply this on your face and neck by using your fingertips. Keep it for 10 minutes and later wash it with cold water.

Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all precautions while following instructions on the recipes from this article. Avoid using any of these products if you are allergic to it. The responsibility lies with the reader and not with the site or the writer.

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peterhutch asked:

A blackhead is caused by excess oil that has clogged a pore. This clog occurs when the built-up oil is unable to flow to the surface of the skin due to a misshapen or impaired pore and dead skin cells blocking the way. When the pore is open, the oil is exposed to oxygen, which reacts and turns it a dark color, resulting in a black head.

If you’re going to get rid of blackheads you’re going to stop scrubbing your face with harsh abrasives. Irritating your skin with harsh chemicals and special skin scrubbing cloths actually causes more acne problems because your skin reacts to these chemicals by trying to repair the damage you’ve done, clogging your pores with puss and naturally occurring oils.

To avoid continued failure of a give medication, assess whether you wait too long to take your before treating your headache. Delay in treating your migraine can make it more difficult for your headache to respond to the medication. For many patients, there is a “window of opportunity” during a migraine where there is an increased chance that the headache will respond to treatment. This window of opportunity occurs within the first two hours following onset of headache pain. This is why physicians work with their migraine patients in teaching them to treat earlier in the course of the attack, and if possible, treat when pain is mild.

Don’t forget to steam your face before applying any mask on your face. This widens the pores, gives you more access to their content and lets you remove excess oil. To do this, use a steamer or just hot water. Another way to do this is to boil some camomile in a pan and keep your face over it with your head covered with a towel for a few minutes (be careful not to burn yourself). This is also recommended for the common cold cure.

Botox which has been used with success in some sufferers for reducing the frequency and intensity of migraine attacks. Acupuncture which has offered some sufferers relieve and a better quality of life.  Chiropractic (a method employing a holistic approach to pain relief through massage, spinal manipulation and periodic adjustment of joints and soft tissue) which has had some positive results with migraine sufferers. Natural healing products (produced from essential oils and applied to the forehead, neck and temples as well as the soles of the feet) are becoming popular for treating migraine headaches.

Sunshine or ultra-violet light encourages skin peeling, and so helps to clear blocked pores. For this reason, sunbathing or use of sun-beds in moderation can be helpful. (Please note that continuous peeling has been linked to skin cancer.

Try to avoid eating any junk food, although it’s never been proven that certain foods will cause acne and blackheads certain foods will increase the probability that you will get acne and blackheads. There is no hard and fast rule about what you should eat but it if you stay away from the junk food and eat a healthy diet you’ll be less prone to blackheads.

The best way to get rid of blackheads is to remove the cause of them — excessive sebum (oil) and dead skin cells. Use only products made with natural ingredients that are not too astringent. Harsh products can strip the skin of oil, causing it to produce more sebum which leads to more blocked pores. Don’t be afraid of using cleansing products containing natural oils, such as jojoba or coconut oil to cleanse the skin. These oils are close to our natural oils, so they don’t block the pores.

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Andrea Dixon asked:

If you suffer from acne, there are several skin care steps you can do to alleviate the outbreaks and help prevent future outbreaks. This article will give you information that will help you whether you are teenager or an adult suffering from acne.

One of the main daily routines to help with acne breakouts is washing your face or outbreak areas twice a day. It is vitally important to keep your skin clean. The way and the products you use to wash your face is also important.

Wash your face GENTLY at least twice a day and after any strenuous exercise that has caused perspiration. Do not SCRUB your face or skin. This actually can cause more harm than good and can even inflame your pimples.

Use a very mild soap like Neutrogena. Do not use anything that makes your skin feel overly dry. It is not necessary to use an astringent, yet if you do, only use it where your skin is very oily. If you visit a dermatologist, he/she should be able to recommend the best soap for your particular acne symptoms.

Do not excessively handle your skin. Your hands have bacteria on them and can cause the acne to get even worse. In other words, DO NOT pick at your pimples. I know that it is very hard not to do, yet it is very good advice. Only a doctor, with special instruments can effectively “pick” at pimples in a way that will not cause more inflammation and excessive scarring.

Use a special sunscreen that is at least spf15 and is non-comedogenic, non-oily, which means it does not clog pores. A good sunscreen for acne sufferers is Neutrogena SPF 45 Sunblock with Parsol 1789. You should always try to avoid tanning and sunburn because both could cause acne pimples and acne scars to become even more noticeable.

Shaving with acne can be tricky. It may be wise to invest in a good electric razor. Alternatively, if you use a safety razor, make sure you use a good shaving cream that really softens the hair follicles and skin. Try not to nick the acne pimples.

If you choose to use base makeup, it is recommended you choose a makeup that is oil free (and again) non-comedogenic. There are acne cover-ups that are available that also have acne medication. One product that is my favorite is Clinique’s acne cover-up. It can cover up even the worst outbreaks.

Taking these few extra steps with acne skin care can make a world of difference in your flare-ups.

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Margo Tuazon asked:

Almost all teenagers developed acne at some point in their young life. Although not all, but this has become one of the many skin issues that people face, not just youngsters but adults too. Whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, and cysts are the common forms of acne skin disorder. This type of skin disorder continues after the puberty stage for teens, while unfortunately for some, until they get much older. Acne care is extremely important as this skin problem knows no age and it can just occur at any moment.

You must pay attention to this matter as early as possible. Information on certain things is beneficial especially in concerning issues that need special attention. Usually, acne begins to form and develop from adolescent stage to adult life. The presence of acne can leave a person emotionally and mentally affected. Severe cases can leave scars on the skin causing an unpleasant look that naturally results to a low self-esteem.

A pus-filled lesion on the skin indicates acne. It commonly appears on the face, neck and back. There is absolutely no reason for you to panic if you wake up one morning to see a red spot on top of your nose. It may be traumatic, but do not fail to remember that acne is definitely curable.

Once you start to notice an acne breakout, it signifies another thing, which is to pay extra attention to your skin care routine. This is important as not to worsen your acne and minimize any possible future occurrences. As acne starts to swell, you will experience some irritations and itchiness every now and then. Bear in mind not to scratch or touch or even prick it. You are only opening room for more infections and scarring is very possible. It is best not to touch your face.

Keeping a clean face and skin is of importance. Acne is basically due to hair follicles trapped inside pores with oil secretions, dead skin and bacteria. Regular cleaning of your skin eliminates this dirt and regulates oil level in the skin. It helps to note that once acne starts to flare up, your skin prone to bacteria. Therefore, the more attention you must devote to cleaning your face.

Facial and acne creams are readily available over-the-counter. Most of these creams promise to bring utmost relief to your acne problems. Do not be deceived. Contrary to their well-publicized advertisements, only selected few really carry out positive effects. And you can be allergic to any of these products, so do not purchase with the hope of curing your skin problem. It is wise to consult first a reliable skin professional or any dermatologist for advices on any acne gels or creams.

On the onset of an acne breakout, avoid using any cosmetics as possible. This is so since cosmetics may contain fragrances, coloring agents, and preservatives that are totally not good for your acne. Though there are indeed non-comedogenic products in the market these days, still beware of such goodies since their containing chemicals can worsen your acne.

It is not always easy to abide with any rules. But you will have to sacrifice and exert effort, energy and time if you want a beautiful skin. Anyways, it is all for your sake to keep you happy and satisfied, not just physically but mentally and emotionally as well.

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John mathew asked:

Blackheads and whiteheads are called comedones. They are a part of a skin disease called acne. People of all age groups are trapped in this problem. They can be seen on face and shoulders. They are much higher in number than pimples or zits. Many skin treatments, medication, laser treatment, and alike are there to improve this bad skin condition. Its upto you which treatment you opt for. But, it is to be kept in mind that all the products and treatments have side effects.

Home Remedies for Blackheads

Place strawberry leaves on the acne, the alkalinity helps to reduce the swelling.

5. Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water. Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water. About 15 days application helps cure acne, pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.

Make solution with one cups of hot water and half a tablespoon of boric powder. It is an good remedy for blackheads. Saturate a face napkin in this hot solution and press on to the skin, repeat it twice. Extract blackheads carefully with a blackhead extractor and sterilized cottonwool. The blackhead extractor you use should be a sterlized one. Now put on astrigent lotion.

Mix groundnut oil with an equal amtount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples.

Use an oatmeal or almond mask thoroughly to cleanse your face. Mix either oatmeal or almond powder with enough rose water to make a soft paste that spreads easily on the skin. Rub it on your skin with your fingertips, paying special attention the problem areas. Leave to dry for about 15 minutes and then rinse off with cold water.

Take about 1 tsp of juice extracted from fresh coriander leaves and add ½ tsp of turmeric powder in it. Apply this mixture while going to bed. Wash your face the next morning with cold water.

Coriander leaves too prove beneficial in treating acne. A teaspoon of coriander leaves juice has to be mixed with half a teaspoon of turmeric powder before retiring. This has to be washed out with cold water the next morning. With this, not only do blackheads reduce in number, but your skin complexion also improves.

Honey is great for your skin; applying warm honey on the affected area, to wash after 10 minutes will give you lots of benefit for your blackheads. This is because honey is a natural peel to blackhead affected skin which in turn, improves your skin.

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Bercle George asked:

There are some important reasons why we need to maintain a skin care program for ourselves and one of these is because having a healthy skin can boost our confidence to face people and our daily challenges. That is one thing why there are more and more people who look for effective skin care programs. However, one must note that using products that are not approved by government drugs circulation bureau can be dangerous for you like anti aging skin care products introduced by some.

This article gives you some ideas on how to take care of your skin. Specifically, topic about warts is discussed. What about it? Why is it important to know something about this?

First, most warts disappear naturally,often within a couple months but can sometimes be years before they disappear totally. But if you do have warts that are really bothering you either by the way they look or feel, you should seek a treatment or visit a doctor. There are some reasons why you should see your doctor rather than treating these warts with over the counter medicine or by self help treatments and one of these is, it may lead to complications so better visit an expert on skin disease first before doing anything on your skin.

In older persons, what looks like a wart could actually be a more serious skin condition such as skin cancer and it can be fatal. There are four types of malignant melanomas. The typical appearance is a malignant melanoma usually this takes the form of a dark and slightly raised lump. Such a malignant growth that can look like a wart also can occur in an existing mole,and cause it to get bigger and perhaps bleed.

Another type is a large brown fleck on the face which exists in the elderly and takes 15-20 years to become malignant. A blue,brown,or black lump that easily bleeds, and a dark area that enlarges near the tip of a finger. Warts can be treated if they are indeed warts. If however,you do nothing about the wart it may lead to more complicated problems. Therefore, always look at what can be done for warts or any other skin condition you or a loved one may have.

The elderly usually do not wish to bother their family members for something they think is common such as a wart because they believe it is just from their aging and are probably just spots that they get as they are getting older. If you are a family member of an elderly person, do even occasional checking on their skin to see if they may have a wart of some kind or possibly a skin condition that needs to be treated properly

When you have some knowledge about skin conditions that can occur on a person you can help a person that may need answers about their possible wart or any other skin condition that may be present in them. You can provide him a help that he may be thankful throughout his life.

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Sharon Hopkins asked:

What is Face and Head Massage

The face represents the person and a healthy face reinstates a healthy mind and body. Though adequate attention is given to face care many massage therapists feel believe that the face is one of the most neglected areas of the body.

Headaches are a common symptom caused by tight and achy muscles on the face and the head. The answer to such aches and pains in the face and head area is to relieve the tight and tense muscles in the face and head region by undergoing a face and head massage session.

Types of face massages

Different types of face massage include aromatherapy, herbal and a variety of facials that can rendered at beauty clinics, spas or by professional massage therapists. Similarly, head massage is also practiced with various variations such as Indian head massage, Thai massage etc. and can also be customized to suit the persons requirements employing oils such as aromatherapy oils, relaxation blends, oils for arresting hair fall etc.

Benefits of face and head massage

Face and head massage is essentially done to relax the tense muscles in the face and the head region. The strokes, pressure and massage helps to break down and eliminate the accumulated toxins in the body and helps improve blood circulation which in turn brings vital nutrients to the head and brain, resulting in a clearer mind and greater concentration. A face and head massage is particularly known to relieve stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis. Other benefits may include better hair growth and improved hair and skin condition.

Moreover, the face and head massage also aims at increasing joint mobility and flexibility in the neck and shoulders, improving blood circulation and lymphatic flow, freeing the knots of muscular tension and relaxing connective tissue.

Most therapists use a variety of movements including application of deep kneading and compression movements over the neck, shoulder and scalp areas. For the face massage, the therapists gently stimulate and stroke pressure points on the face. A typical face and head massage session usually last from twenty to forty-five minutes and as a concluding part of massage most therapists prefer that after the massage one must relax for about ten or twenty minutes. Usually a face and head massage leads to sound sleep as one nears completion.

The face and head massage is a flexible form of massage and can be done either in a seated or a sleeping position. The face and head massage can either be done exclusively or in combination with a full body massage to have a complete massage experience. This type of massage can be done when fully clothed or one may choose to be draped around the shoulders.

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Sharon Hopkins asked:

It also contains fiber, vitamin C, E, K, B1, B6, B3, B2, iron, manganese, potassium as well as carotenes and many more to help you in every manner.

Tomatoes are of great help for your skin. If you happen to go in the sun and in that span of time you get tanned, there is an easy solution. Prepare cucumber and tomato juice mixture to be applied on the affected areas of your skin. Keep it for 10 minutes; later wash it off with clean water. You will notice the difference.

Anyone can have skin rashes and the main reason for these rashes is silicon deficiency. This problem is overcome by having good amounts of sprouts, tomatoes and other vegetables and fruits.

Make a mixture of honey and tomato juice to be applied on your face and neck. Wash it off after 15 minutes and within minutes you would see a glowing face in front of the mirror.

Another recipe for glowing skin is the mixture of 2 tsp tomato juice and 4 tsp curd. Apply it well on your skin and wash it in 15 minutes to see the difference.

This recipe is for all those people who have oily skins, open pores and blackheads. Tomato has a acidic trait which also contains potassium and vitamin C which helps in cleansing the face. Rub a sliced piece of tomato on your skin and leave it for fifteen minutes. This would help the pores. Later wash it off with water.

For a good complexion spread the pulp of tomato on your face daily. Keep it for 1 hour and then wash it off with warm water. If done regularly the results will be seen.

The tomato lotion helps in shrinking the enlarged pores and this can be made by using tomato juice mixed with 2 or 3 drops of lime juice. Apply this solution on your face and then wash it off for 15 minutes.

A great recipe to remove sunburn can be made by adding 2 tsp tomato juice in 4 tbsp of buttermilk. Apply it all over your skin. Wash it off after keeping it for 1/2 hour.

You can easily make a homemade cleanser by using tomato and milk. Use tomato juice by straining the pulp and mix it with equal parts of milk. Store this in a bottle which can be refrigerated to be used everyday. Apply this on your face and neck by using your fingertips. Keep it for 10 minutes and later wash it with cold water.

Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all precautions while following instructions on the recipes from this article. Avoid using any of these products if you are allergic to it. The responsibility lies with the reader and not with the site or the writer.

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Michael Green asked:

If you have acne, you need to keep your face scrupulously clean. This involves using an acne cleanser or a mild cleanser and plenty of water to rinse your face afterwards. Some people recommend using a microfiber cloth when you wash and others say use your fingers to rub the cleanser in, obviously making sure they are clean first because rubbing dirt and oil into your skin is the opposite of what you want to do. Exfoliation is fine but make sure you are using something with small, smooth grains rather than a harsher exfoliant containing perhaps almond or crushed apricot shells because these can tear your skin and make your acne worse. Exfoliating a couple of times a week is sufficient to remove dead skin cells.

If you have to shave your face and you have acne, you should use plenty of shaving cream and be careful around the acne. Electric razors are good for acne sufferers because these cut the hairs and are less irritating to your acne. Oil-free products are kinder to skin which is prone to acne and products containing alcohol should be avoided because they dry out the skin and promote oiliness. If your skin is dried out, it produces excess oil to compensate, which makes acne worse.

Tie back long hair if it is oily and try not to touch your skin or pick at the acne. If you have body acne, clothes are going to cause a certain amount of friction and irritation so try to choose natural fabrics such as cotton or linen because they will let your skin breathe. Avoid tight, artificial materials such as spandex.

A light moisturizer is good for acne-prone skin as long as it contains no alcohol. Your doctor might prescribe something medicated and if your acne is severe, you might have to use a strong product to get rid of the acne. Remember that some treatments can take up to 6 months before you even see evidence that the acne is going away. You need to be patient and apply the treatment as often as prescribed. Alternatively, depending on the severity of your acne and what you have already tried, you might be prescribed oral antibiotics. These can also take a long time to work.

It is important to know about skin care for acne control if you have a tendency to suffer from acne because if your basic skin care routine is not up to scratch, you risk a multitude of pimples, whiteheads and blackheads as dirt and oils flood your skin. Ask your doctor or dermatologist for further advice about controlling your acne or have a look at the informative ebook, Relieving Your Life of Acne, for more help.

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