Monday, November 30, 2009
Fish oil containing the Omega 3 essential fatty acid EPA helps to prevent wrinkles and can delay the aging process of the skin according to recent research published in the Journal of Lipid Research in 2005. Scientists have also found that fish oil containing EPA can limit the damage to the skin produced by overexposure to the sun and help to reduce the negative effect of UV rays. This has particular relevance when we consider the recent and dramatic rise in cases of skin cancers caused predominantly by exposure to the suns harmful rays.
Essential Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are known to play a critical role in promoting healthy skin. They help to regulate cellular function and maintain elasticity and suppleness in the skin. Consequently, a fatty acid deficiency will show up as skin problems. Most of us do not get enough of the Omega 3 fatty acids in our diet whereas Omega 6 fatty acids are in plentiful supply. Symptoms of Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency include skin problems like eczema, dandruff, dry and flaking skin and poor wound healing.
Three reasons why EPA is so beneficial to the skin?
- EPA is known to reduce inflammation by helping the body to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. These are hormone-like substances that are responsible for regulating all the cells in our body.
- EPA helps to inhibit the production of androgens, which are hormones that influence the production of sebum in the hair follicle. Excess sebum production can lead to acne and other skin problems.
- EPA helps to limit production of Arachidonic acid, which is responsible for pro-inflammatory responses in the body, high levels of which are found in people with inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis.
The Omega 3 fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA. Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is found in dark green leafy vegetables and algae. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) can be found in oily fish such as salmon, herring, anchovies, mackerel and Tuna. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can also be found in oily fish. We can convert ALA to EPA and DHA but the conversion is very inefficient and dependent on a number of factors. However, we can convert EPA into DHA if we get enough EPA.
Supplementing with fish oil that contains EPA can alleviate the symptoms of skin disorders such as dry and flaky skin, psoriasis, eczema and acne as well as many other inflammatory skin conditions. However, it is important to choose a fish oil that is high in EPA as DHA has been shown to reduce the effectiveness of EPA.
Fish oil supplements can contain mercury. To be safe take only a pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement.
Label: fish oil, omega-3, skin health
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Men Punk Mohawk Hairstyles For Men 2010
Mohawks are some of the most bizarre and crazy haircuts for men. one of the boldest hairstyles of all time. Either it's for hawk, liberty spikes, side hawk or any other Mohawks, take pride by sporting your Mohawks. Here are ideas for the Mohawk hairstyles below.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
short brown hair styles
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Owen Wilson Blonde Hair Hairstyles
Owen Wilson is one of notable surfer hair wearers. Owen Wilson wild surfer blond hair looks healthy, thick and strong. The hairstyle is great for those with wavy hair types.
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Bradley Cooper Spiky Cool Hairstyles Hair Cuts
A cool hairstyle with short hair at the sides and top layers left longer. Styling gel/wax can be used to create this spiked and textured look.This spiky hairstyles are very cool and it is recommended to young men:
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Microdermabrasion is an effective, non-surgical way to get rid of acne scars, fine wrinkles and sunspots by exfoliating the top layers of the skin. No chemicals or laser beams are used, only aluminum oxide micro crystals that gently sandblast your skin, leaving it smooth and fresh. Micro dermabrasion also stimulates collagen production, helping your skin rejuvenate faster than normal. Also called the lunchtime peel, microderm abrasion takes up to one hour and has no downtime.
What Is The Difference Between Microdermabrasion And Dermabrasion?
Dermabrasion is a mechanical procedure that uses a power driver hand-held device to remove the top layers of the skin. It may need general or a local anesthetic, depending on the treated area. Derma abrasion lasts between a few minutes and two hours, depending on the depth and area of the skin resurfacing. After dermabrasion treatment, the skin is red, swollen and extremely sensitive for about 10 days. Dermabrasion can offer visible improvement by treating deep wrinkles, scars, and hyperpigmentation.
Microabrasion is much less invasive. It can be performed in an beauty center, doctor's office or at home, using a personal home micro dermabrasion kit. A doctor uses a sandblaster-like hand-held device to spray and circulate high pressure flow of aluminum oxide crystals onto the skin. Used crystals and dead skin cells are then vacuumed back into the microdermabrasion machine, leaving the skin clean and smooth.
Starting early next year we will begin offering esthetic services at Bella Pelle Laser. In case you wondered, Bella Pelle means Beautiful Skin in Italian.
Label: microdermabrasion, wrinkles
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents 2010 Cool Men Hair cut Hairstyles trends
Finding the right hairstyle for who you are does take a little effort though. Men don't like waste to much time on hairstyle,so short hair is fashion in men, and the results will be worth it in the end.
Shaggy bob haircuts are good if you don't have a lot of time in the morning to style your hair. If you want to styles it, you can spike it with product or gel it and pin it back with a decorative barrette.
layered shaggy bob haircuts
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Chad Rogers arrives at US Weekly and Rolling Stone Rock the Oscars Party held at Wolfgang Puck, in the Pacific Design Center.
Boy Afro Hair With Wearing Suit
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Men haircuts - Joe Jonas Medium Layered Hairstyles
Joseph Adam Jonas known as Joe and his younger brother Nick sings in the Jonas Brothers are in a American boy band.Joe Jonas haircuts are very hip and trendy, this cool boys haircuts are suit for every teenager who want a cool haircut.
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents David Tennants Haircuts Fashion for Men -Winter 2009
David Tennants wears some unusual hairstyle but this haircuts are great choice for him because he looks really good.Hair looks as if it were slightly mussed at any given time, that style is not as easy to achieve as anyone might think on the first look at this.You can try this latest hairstyle for winter 2009 to show a new trend from your side.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Short Cool Military Haircuts for Men 2010
Military haircut is great short haircut not only for guys who are in military if you like this style and want a military look then is a great idea for you. A lot of cool men love these haircuts, check this shot military look for men haircuts ideas:
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Cute Hairstyles for Men in winter 2010
Men short hairstyles could be a great option for winter because are easy to maintain and also help to look cool and feel comfortable.Different style of short haircut include adjustments to the bangs. Bangs forward is often referred to as the Caesar cut, also here you have a haircut for long hair.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Peel It Off
Chemical peels are used to reduce scars, fine lines and pigmentation caused by acne, sun spots, or wrinkles due to aging. The chemical applied allows molecules to sink into the skin and will cause a tingling effect. The chemical can stay on the skin from 1 to 10 minutes and then it neutralizes or cools and is removed. As the chemicals seep into the skin, they boost collagen while lifting off the top layer, or the epidermis, of the skin. This causes a peeling effect. After a layer of skin peels off, it reveals the second layer or the dermis, which has fresher, tighter cells that are not as damaged.
Where, Oh Where?
Some mild chemical peel solutions may be applied to the face, neck and chest. More aggressive chemical peel solutions may only be applied to the face, avoiding the eyebrows, eyes, lips or any sensitive areas of the skin. The milder peel may be performed every 1 to 4 weeks, or as recommended by your physician or esthetician. A more aggressive peel may only be done once, after consulting a specialist or dermatologist. After any peel, the skin will likely feel tight, as if it is sunburned or wind burned. You may be given special moisturizer or a gentle cleanser to avoid irritation post-procedure.
Types of Peels
There are many types of chemical peels from superficial to deep. The most superficial can be done in the morning and a patient can then go to work, while a stronger peel may require a patient to take medication following the procedure and scabbing or excessive peeling may occur. Deciding which chemical peel is right for your skin requires a specialist, such as a dermatologist, or a certified professional, such as an esthetician.
Chemicals Used
There are different chemicals used depending on your skin type. A glycolic acid peel is an option, as is a salicylic, carbonic or lactic acid peel. These peels may be put on a patient's skin for 1 minute and up to 10 minutes. A deeper peel is a phenol peel which can take up to 2 hours and could take up to 2 weeks for the skin to heal. This is a serious procedure that can bleach treated areas or cause blistering. Always consult a dermatologist before undergoing this procedure.
Label: chemical peel, esthetician, facial
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Men Haircuts Pictures 2010 presents Cool Short Haircuts for Men in winter 2009 2010
Men look always great in short hair but now men are starting to like long hair. Short hair it is and will always be very trendy and men like to keep it short and simple. Some short hair cuts for a great look are bellow: