Preventing wrinkles with sticking-plaster
2 Comments Published by 2eroSeven on Friday, January 2, 2009 at 5:50 PM.
Details:
If you have the inclination to frown so that you get a wrinkle between your eyebrows, you can make yourself aware of this by sticking a small piece of plaster between your eyebrows. Or maybe even on your forehead. When you frown unaware you feel the plaster move which will warn you that you have to relax your face muscles. Of course don't do this outside or when you have company of others (maybe except your family; my husband was used to it). You will learn to get aware of frowning and your face muscles will get used to being relaxed.
Ingredients:
Sticking plaster
Results (observed by submitter):
Ten years ago I had a wrinkle between my eyebrows because I always frowned. Now that I have learned to relax those muscles, you can hardly see this wrinkle any more.
Costs involved:
Minimal
by Joan Iken
If you have the inclination to frown so that you get a wrinkle between your eyebrows, you can make yourself aware of this by sticking a small piece of plaster between your eyebrows. Or maybe even on your forehead. When you frown unaware you feel the plaster move which will warn you that you have to relax your face muscles. Of course don't do this outside or when you have company of others (maybe except your family; my husband was used to it). You will learn to get aware of frowning and your face muscles will get used to being relaxed.
Ingredients:
Sticking plaster
Results (observed by submitter):
Ten years ago I had a wrinkle between my eyebrows because I always frowned. Now that I have learned to relax those muscles, you can hardly see this wrinkle any more.
Costs involved:
Minimal
by Joan Iken
Labels: Anti Aging Skin Care, Facial Skin Care, Skin Care Wrinkles
Olay Perfecting Cream vs. Kinerase Test
0 Comments Published by 2eroSeven on Friday, September 12, 2008 at 10:35 PM.
I wanted to try Olay Regenerist Perfecting Cream after it won the anti-wrinkle treatment award in a leading magazine. It's active ingredient is pentapeptides. To see if it really worked I applied it to only 1/2 of my face and I applied Kinerase lotion to the other 1/2 of my face. After 3 days I asked two friends if they saw any difference in either side of my face. Both of the friends picked the Olay side immediately. I've been using the Olay Perfecting cream for 2 weeks now and my skin is smoother, softer, less blotchy, my wrinkles are less noticeable, and I no longer have flaky patches.
Kinerase Lotion used to be my anti-wrinkle treatment and I believe that it also works. The difference is that it may take longer to see results and it's effect on my skin was an overall healthy glow rather than the specific immediate results I got with Olay Perfecting Cream. What remains to be known is which product would produce better long-term effects. It is also interesting to note that when I tested Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum vs. Kinerase Intensive Eye Cream, the Kinerase did a better job at hydrating and minimizing wrinkles in the eye area and reducing dark circles.
by Anonymous
Kinerase Lotion used to be my anti-wrinkle treatment and I believe that it also works. The difference is that it may take longer to see results and it's effect on my skin was an overall healthy glow rather than the specific immediate results I got with Olay Perfecting Cream. What remains to be known is which product would produce better long-term effects. It is also interesting to note that when I tested Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum vs. Kinerase Intensive Eye Cream, the Kinerase did a better job at hydrating and minimizing wrinkles in the eye area and reducing dark circles.
by Anonymous
Labels: Anti Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Wrinkles
My basic theory for revitalizing skin and thwarting the signs of aging is to reduce the amount of stress the skin has to endure. Wrinkles and lines are nature's "stress marks," after all!
I recommend treating your skin as "sensitive skin" regardless of whether you have allergies or not. Only purchase produces that are fragrance-free and dye-free whenever possible. Fragrances and dyes serve no helpful purpose for the sensitive skin on the face and neck. Also, look for products advertised as noncomedogenic -- these products do not contain oil or other ingredients known to clog pores.
Avoid cleansers containing harsh grit and scrubs. They can rub the skin raw! Gentle exfoliation is best, when necessary: gently massage the skin with a washcloth or even the tips of your fingers to loosen dead skin without damaging healthy skin. Use a cleanser for sensitive skin -- one that is free of fragrances and dyes. It may cost a little more than the regular brand, but it's worth it.
Don't use an excess of harsh acne-removing products. Oftentimes a mild benzoyl peroxide gel will do the trick (look for 2.5% gel -- higher concentrations can chemically burn the skin). If you have access to a doctor, you can ask him/her about using a mild retinoid (.01% or .05% solution).
Finally, sunscreen and moisturizer. Sometimes you can find these two products together in one cream. Drier skin may require a separate deep moisturizing treatment in addition to daily sunscreen lotion. Protecting your skin from sun does wonders in terms of preventing wrinkles.
Treat your skin with the sensitivity it deserves and chock out unnecessary fragrances & additives. They only cause undue stress!
I have been using the methods described above for about 6 months now, and I've seen drastic results. I used to have skin that broke out every week -- now, I only have a rare occasional blemish. Forehead wrinkles have lessened significantly, even though I only use .01% tretinoin gel. My skin looks so much fresher and healthier since I quit using harsh acne products and fragranced cleansers.
by Angela K.
I recommend treating your skin as "sensitive skin" regardless of whether you have allergies or not. Only purchase produces that are fragrance-free and dye-free whenever possible. Fragrances and dyes serve no helpful purpose for the sensitive skin on the face and neck. Also, look for products advertised as noncomedogenic -- these products do not contain oil or other ingredients known to clog pores.
Avoid cleansers containing harsh grit and scrubs. They can rub the skin raw! Gentle exfoliation is best, when necessary: gently massage the skin with a washcloth or even the tips of your fingers to loosen dead skin without damaging healthy skin. Use a cleanser for sensitive skin -- one that is free of fragrances and dyes. It may cost a little more than the regular brand, but it's worth it.
Don't use an excess of harsh acne-removing products. Oftentimes a mild benzoyl peroxide gel will do the trick (look for 2.5% gel -- higher concentrations can chemically burn the skin). If you have access to a doctor, you can ask him/her about using a mild retinoid (.01% or .05% solution).
Finally, sunscreen and moisturizer. Sometimes you can find these two products together in one cream. Drier skin may require a separate deep moisturizing treatment in addition to daily sunscreen lotion. Protecting your skin from sun does wonders in terms of preventing wrinkles.
Treat your skin with the sensitivity it deserves and chock out unnecessary fragrances & additives. They only cause undue stress!
I have been using the methods described above for about 6 months now, and I've seen drastic results. I used to have skin that broke out every week -- now, I only have a rare occasional blemish. Forehead wrinkles have lessened significantly, even though I only use .01% tretinoin gel. My skin looks so much fresher and healthier since I quit using harsh acne products and fragranced cleansers.
by Angela K.
Labels: Acne Skin Care, Anti Aging Skin Care, Natural Skin Care
Exercise to Look Younger
1 Comments Published by 2eroSeven on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 11:12 PM.
I am 55 years of age and have been told I look a lot younger since I was at least 40. Since I have never followed a serious skin care regimen and did not inherit a beautiful complexion, I believe it is due to walking and lifting weights 3 times a week at the gym.
I have noticed, though, more wrinkles appearing since going through menopause, which I am seeking more vigorously to combat.
But one thing is for certain, and which you have probably noticed, fit and trim women look healthier, have a glow on their face, which to me seems to make them look younger.
All I know is that I get told I don't look my age and it is not because of some secret beauty technique I possess. I'm just chalking it up to exercise!
by Sylvia Fortenberry
I have noticed, though, more wrinkles appearing since going through menopause, which I am seeking more vigorously to combat.
But one thing is for certain, and which you have probably noticed, fit and trim women look healthier, have a glow on their face, which to me seems to make them look younger.
All I know is that I get told I don't look my age and it is not because of some secret beauty technique I possess. I'm just chalking it up to exercise!
by Sylvia Fortenberry
Labels: Anti Aging Skin Care, Natural Skin Care
Right before I go to bed I cleanse and tone my face and neck. I then use a spritz bottle to spray a fine mist of water on my face and neck. I immediately apply any night treatments and moisturizer over the water before it evaporates or dries. I do basically the same thing in the morning before I apply makeup. I spray my face and then apply day treatments and day moisturizer while my face is still damp. I also invested in a humidifier for my house as I live in a dry climate. If you cannot afford to add a humidifier to your heating/cooling system I recommend using smaller room humidifiers or placing containers of water around your residence. The evaporating water will add moisture to the air. People who live in damp climates may not need this extra moisture but I live in West Texas and have great skin for the dry climate. I am 55 going on 56 and always get compliments on the lack of wrinkles I have for my age.
Everyone tells me that I do not look my age and that I have great skin. The sales personnel at Lancome and Estee Lauder always tell me my skin has few wrinkles. My hairdresser tells me the same thing. I visited a dermatologist for skin care recommendations and she also told me my skin is in great shape for my age.
Submitted by Cynthia Tomaskovic, San Angelo, TX USA
Everyone tells me that I do not look my age and that I have great skin. The sales personnel at Lancome and Estee Lauder always tell me my skin has few wrinkles. My hairdresser tells me the same thing. I visited a dermatologist for skin care recommendations and she also told me my skin is in great shape for my age.
Submitted by Cynthia Tomaskovic, San Angelo, TX USA
Labels: Anti Aging Skin Care, Dry Skin Care, Skin Care Wrinkles
I am fifty years young and always get compliments on my skin. I don't use any one brand of product and to be honest - I'm not very consistent about washing my face twice daily. The one thing that I do attribute my good fortune to however is my diligent use of sunscreen. Everybody tells us about it but I cannot stress how important it is. Always wear something on your face that contains at least a 15 spf UVA/UVB sunscreen. It is so easy to do since there are so many products in everyone's budget. I still see women who are tanned and their skin looks like leather. DO yourself a favor - use sunscreen now - get your kids to use it. In 5-10 years from now you will be glad you did. I have no sun spots on my skin under Woods light examination!
Submitted by Michelle Garrett, Barrington, IL USA
Submitted by Michelle Garrett, Barrington, IL USA
Labels: Anti Aging Skin Care
