Maybe we should ask Big Pharma, who is spending a pile of cash on metabolites of resveratrol that they hope to patent as weight loss drugs, diabetes drugs, and a new generation of anti aging medicines. Part of the way resveratrol works is by activating a powerful metabolic fat-burning and anti-aging gene called SIRT1. In newly published Big Pharma animal research, their resveratrol drug activated SIRT1, prevented weight gain on a high fat diet, improved blood sugar and insulin function, and doubled the exercise endurance of the mice.

Interestingly, resveratrol dietary supplements have been shown to do essentially the same thing. The resveratrol drug (SRT1720) is apparently six times more potent at activating SIRT1 than plain resveratrol. However, plain resveratrol operates in a number of different ways besides activating SIRT1, providing a broader base of potential health benefits including comprehensive cardiovascular support.

What is Resveratrol?

Interest in resveratrol research took off when it was identified as a component in red wine that may be partly responsible for the “French Paradox,” the ability to eat a higher fat diet with less heart disease than Americans. Research shows that resveratrol helps your liver metabolize fat and helps break down stored fat contained in your white adipose tissue.

Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol known as a stilbenoid, which is produced in grapes and blueberries to protect themselves from bacterial and fungal infection, and to a lesser extent from UV radiation. It was discovered that grapes growing in damp and moldy areas had the highest content of resveratrol of any known commonly consumed food/beverage. Resveratrol is obviously a potent anti-fungal compound and antioxidant.

Resveratrol is a different compound than the flavonoid proanthocyanidins of grape seed extracts, which also contribute to the notion of the French Paradox. Blueberries, by comparison, also contain flavonoids and a different stilbenoid called pterostilbene (pronounced “tero-STILL-bean”). Significant research at the USDA has shown that pterostilbene has a powerful ability to influence the metabolism of cholesterol and the synthesis of triglycerides by improving metabolism within cells, as well as providing brain-protecting anti-aging properties.

The amount of resveratrol in a bottle of red wine varies from 2 mg to 14 mg, mostly on the lower side. Dietary supplements of resveratrol are typically derived from the roots of Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), a far more economical source than grapes. Doses will range from a basic protective dose of a few milligrams (like a bottle of red wine), up to 100 mg per serving or more (a therapeutic dose).

Resveratrol is readily absorbed, reaching peak blood levels in 30 minutes, and then rather rapidly cleared by your liver. Thus, it is better to spread out intake during the day than to take a large amount all at once.

At this point, other than the colorful history and longevity benefits associated with red wine consumption, the majority of the extensive resveratrol research has been carried out with cell studies and small animals. The implications of this research are mind-boggling, clearly showing significant extension of life span.

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The Fat-Burning and Anti-Aging Properties of Resveratrol

SIRT1 first drew attention as the primary gene signal involved with the longevity benefits of calorie restriction. A very simple explanation is that when you are in a food scarcity situation, SIRT1 is activated so as to help break down your stored fat to use as fuel as well as to boost up your energy so that you have enough energy to hunt for new food. SIRT1 is part of a famine-related survival system.

Many experiments with animals show that by restricting calorie intake, SIRT1 is naturally activated, a finding that goes along with a noticeably extended lifespan, better fat and cholesterol metabolism, more efficient immune function, and better cardiovascular health. A number of humans have taken up calorie restriction experiments on themselves, and pictures of them do not portray the portrait of health. In fact, you would be hard pressed to pick out of a line-up someone on a self-induced calorie restriction diet and someone coming in for anorexia treatment. Which gets to my point, what is the difference between a calorie restriction diet and anorexia?

I have studied the calorie restriction science for 20 years and I am also the leading diet expert on the fat-derived hormone leptin, which is the overall boss hormone that controls your metabolic rate and your ability to survive a period of famine. Thus, I will give you answers in this area that you won’t find elsewhere. There is a very fine line between prolonged calorie restriction and anorexia.

In the case of someone consuming too much food, their extra pounds of fat crank out inflammatory messengers (TNFa and IL6), in turn stimulating the liver to make the inflammatory CRP. This combination of inflammation induces significant free radical damage in the circulatory system and all around the body. As the waistline expands the volume knob on inflammation and free radical production is turned up. At the same time the liver becomes clogged with fat, which in turn is “cooked” by free radicals from the inflammation, eventually sending the liver on the path to looking like a fried piece of bacon. Arteries are also getting fat around the outside of the arterial wall structure, in turn generating more inflammation to the inside of arteries and deactivating friendly nitric oxide production. This makes blood pressure go up and blood not flow well and further induces free radical production in arteries that damages LDL cholesterol, promoting the formation of plaque.

In this scenario leptin levels are also high (leptin resistance), which lowers another fat-derived hormone called adiponectin, in turn causing a bad mood and insulin resistance that leads to type II diabetes. Leptin problems cripple thyroid function as well as promoting never-ending cravings to eat more food. This is the precise metabolic profile of millions of Americans on the fast track to diabetes, heart disease, and poor health. Ironically, they are being poisoned to death by too much food with no easy way out of the misguided subconscious drive to continue excess eating.

It is important to understand that just about everyone who is overweight and having trouble with their cravings has high leptin in their blood (leptin resistance), and that leptin is not getting into their brains correctly (a false state of misperceived starvation). Leptin resistance is caused by consistently eating meals that are too large, by eating after dinner at night, and by snacking.

Human beings do not have the genes to deal with the abuse of eating too much food, as during evolution this was never the problem. Rather, a scarcity of food was the primary issue that constantly threatened the survival of the human race – and so it is that we have a lot of mechanisms built in to help deal with starvation. The ability to survive famine is controlled by leptin. During famine leptin levels have gone low as your fat mass that secretes leptin in the first place has been reduced in size to use the stored fat for energy, which is how your subconscious brain knows a famine is occurring.

In response to this low-leptin famine issue, your liver turns on the production of SIRT1. This helps your liver know to break down fat to use as fuel, not store calories as fat, as well as to boost physical energy to be able to hunt or gather new food.

Considering all the interest in both SIRT1 and leptin, the number of studies linking the function of the two is remarkably absent from the literature. New research shows that SIRT1 is active in key regions of your brain that relate to appetite and energy, which are governed by leptin. Leptin deficient mice do not activate SIRT1 properly, and are always obese. The details of this relationship are far from clear. It is easy to predict that low levels of leptin from true starvation are able to trigger SIRT1 activation in your liver based on messages received from SIRT1 signaling systems in your brain. It is also easy to predict that high levels of leptin in your blood (obesity-related leptin resistance) turn SIRT1 off as they would be signaling your liver that famine is over or not happening.

As you begin to diet (especially if you follow the Leptin Diet) and drop your first 10-15 pounds you will clear high leptin from your blood, which is always reflected by your cravings going away. For a while your body is set to burn more calories based on your pre-dieting metabolic set point. The problem for many people is that you hit a plateau after a month or so of dieting that is too far from your goal weight.

If you eat less you can’t function. Your head is heavy, you are irritable, your sleep gets disturbed, your immune system goes on the blink, and you are much more likely to get sick. If you exercise more you must eat more or you will be completely exhausted and feel even worse. If you get stressed, unlike the stress-free monkeys practicing calorie restriction, you are in real trouble and likely to eat the house down. Yes, you are practicing calorie restriction – how on earth is this state of feeling going to help you live longer? Answer – its not. You start generating inflammation the longer you are in this condition. The inflammation is no longer coming from your extra pounds of fat. It is coming from the trauma of the diet combined with stressors in your life.

Under these circumstances you are much more likely to break down muscle, a key sign of inappropriate weight loss. If you keep trying to lose weight while you feel this way you may be able to do so, but you will progressively lose more muscle, increase inflammation, generate a lot of free radical damage, disturb digestion, get sick really easily, and presto – you are anorexic. Funny thing is, you may still be an overweight anorexic. Wow – is that any way to diet?

Eating in harmony with leptin

If you start eating more food you will feel much better. Unfortunately, you messed with leptin in the wrong way. Leptin now turns off SIRT1 and goes into a famine-recovery mode. It commands that a large portion of the calories you are now eating go back to fat storage. Most people find themselves rapidly gaining weight on formerly normal amounts of food. Once the yo-yo routine comes to a halt you are likely to find yourself 5-10 pounds heavier than when you first started, as an insurance policy in case you attempt another dieting stunt in the future.

Solving this dilemma requires that you eat in harmony with leptin, which means following the five simple rules of the Leptin Diet. In many cases you will never hit this problematic plateau. However, many people will, especially if they have a history of yo-yo dieting. Enter resveratrol. Resveratrol is an ideal nutrient to enhance weight loss and maintain energy ONCE YOU HAVE GOTTEN PAST THE INITITAL PHASE OF 10-15 POUNDS OF WEIGHT LOSS, especially if you are getting stuck at a plateau.

Resveratrol will help turn on the SIRT1 gene, which will promote fat-burning in the presence of lower calorie intake. This is a terrific use of this nutrient. How do you know it’s working? You have energy to exercise, you feel good, and your weight is trending downward while you are happy eating less food. This either is or isn’t happening, thus it isn’t very hard to figure out if resveratrol helps you.

How resveratrol enhances your weight loss efforts

One of the real values of this nutrient in the weight management context is helping you to not slide into an inflammatory anorexic-like metabolic problem as you try to lose weight. It is also a tool to help you break through weight loss plateaus should they occur. Resveratrol will work best when you are eating less food and have already cleared surplus leptin out of your blood through initial dieting efforts. However, you don’t need to eat so little that you are on the scarecrow diet.

Research indicates that resveratrol will still help you out even if you aren’t dieting or you don’t need to lose weight. After all, the French had resveratrol in their diet when they were mostly thin. I might point out, however, that while the French were eating a higher saturated fat diet they were not overeating, their food was fresh and mostly organic, and they did not snack. The effects of resveratrol will be easily overloaded by overeating. Even the French Paradox has been doomed by an epidemic of leptin-disrupting snacking and junk food consumption.

Having a large waistline is clearly linked to premature death, a risk that goes up in direct proportion to your waistline’s rate of expansion. Anything safe and natural that can help you get it back to optimal and keep it that way qualifies as life extending.

Cardiovascular and Other Benefits of Resveratrol

Simply losing weight healthfully will improve your cardiovascular health. If resveratrol is able to help you in this endeavor, regardless of any other cardiovascular help it provides, then it is a success as a cardio-friendly nutrient.

There is plenty of animal and cell science to predict that resveratrol assists the healthy structure and function of your cardiovascular system in multiple ways. It has been found to reduce the stickiness or adherence of immune cells to the walls of arteries, prevent adverse changes in the smooth muscle cells of arteries that lead to plaque accumulation, boost friendly nitric oxide levels (eNOS) that relax arteries and improve blood flow, help keep platelets from sticking together, reduce irregular heart beats, and reduce circulatory inflammation. It even helps protect against circulatory damage from high blood sugar. Keep in mind that in “modern” medicine, each one of these points requires a different drug that has other adverse side effects.

One of the first human resveratrol studies shows that resveratrol improved heart function in type II diabetic patients following a heart attack.

Resveratrol, like grape seed extract, operates in part as a protector of human body structure. This is clearly related to its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which include regulation of the primary inflammatory gene switch NF-kappaB. New animal and cell studies shows it helps bone health, reduces cataracts, helps coordination, reduces disk deterioration and protects joints, guards against Parkinson’s, improves erectile performance, protects the liver, protects the pancreas, and helps regulate cell health while protecting against adverse cell changes.

This is a rather impressive array of science-backed support for any one nutrient. Maybe the anti-aging promise is real. The explosion of scientific interest in the compound ensures that you will be hearing a lot more about it in the very near future.

Common doses of resveratrol that show benefit and safety in animal studies range from 2.5 mg – to 10 mg per kilogram. This translates to an approximate dose range of 150 mg – 700 mg per day for a 150 pound adult, a sensible and safe dose range until more data is in.

1. Diet and Nutrition. This is your biggest weapon in the fight against aging. Eating a healthy diet without skipping meals or starving yourself and supplementing with a balanced mix of nutrients, vitamins and minerals can stop the aging process in its tracks. What is a healthy diet consist of? Eating whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fish. Yes, this means ditching boxed, packaged, and convenience foods.

2. Breathe. Monitoring and focusing on the breath is a healing mechanism that has been used for centuries. Take a deep breath in, hold and then slowly release.

3. Drink plenty of water. Water has been called the elixir of life. Our body is comprised of about 60-70% water which is constantly being depleted through excretion so it makes sense to replenish it.

4. Get moving. Remember Newton’s Law of Motion – a body in motion stays in motion. An active lifestyle will extend your life and make it more enjoyable. I spend many afternoons barefoot in the garden. It’s a lifestyle I’ve chosen for myself. If you would like to choose how you spend your day’s we need to talk. Bottomline take a walk, go for a bike ride or work out at the gym. Do household chores. Go dancing. Just keep moving.

5. Work those muscles. Strength training creates strong muscles, which serve to support our joints and decrease the likelihood of injury. Bone density increases dramatically, reducing our risk of osteoporosis. Strength training enhances quality of life, as it enables us to better perform daily activities that require lifting, pushing or pulling. Women who are trying to reduce body fat, add a little strength training to the mix and you will do so more easily. When done sufficiently and consistently, strength training increases muscle fiber size. Once muscle fibers enlarge, they consume more energy – which boosts our metabolism which decreases body fat.

6. Touch and be touched. Research shows touch deprivation in children not only causes them not thrive but also has an adverse effect on body image. Adults suffer from the same effect. Don’t have a significant other? Schedule a massage and get one at least once a month. Massage therapists are usually very nurturing by nature.

7. Live in the moment. Experts claim that focusing on the here and now, and taking life one day at a time, helps you stay calm, grounded and present. This allows you to have a stress-free life. Studies have shown that too much stress can actually age a person.

8. Take a mental retreat. Spending just a few moments imagining a peaceful scene floods your body with feel-good chemicals that reduce stress, boost immunity, and promote healing. Here is one of my favorite short video’s I use for my mental retreat.

9. Get involved and help others. Longevity experts agree that maintaining social networks is critical as we age. The more activities, groups, and classes you’re involved with, the better (and longer) your life! Also, helping others by volunteering for causes that are important to you have been shown to promote feeling of gratitude and report a higher level of well-being.

10. Think positive, think young. Our thoughts create our lives. You are what you think about most of the time.

Believe you will never get old, follow the tips above, and stay young and healthy longer. If you do these steps, life will also become a whole lot more fun.

When choosing cosmetic ingredients you should always read the label, read the fine print for any side effects warning they may have. If you are unsure of what product you should choose, you can always check out the Environmental Working Group website on the internet before purchasing any sort of cosmetic product. Many product packages are designed to make you believe that the product is gentle and safe to use on any type of skin, when in fact it may contain ingredients that are irritating to the skin and may actually cause allergic reactions.

You should avoid products containing such ingredients as parabens, amines, and talc. Parabens are endocrine disrupters which mean they disturb the hormone balance in your body and can cause allergic reactions and may even be related to breast cancer tumors. Amiens are chemicals that can combine with nitrosating which is known to cause cancer. Some commonly used cosmetics that contain Amiens are Cocamide MEA, DEA, TEA, and sodium hydroxymethylglycinate. Talc which is commonly found in baby power and makeup such as blushes, face powder, and liquid foundation, can be dangerous to health if it contains asbestiform fibers, which can cause cancer.

Other products to be avoided are products containing Coal Tar, Aluminum and Sodium Lauryl Sulphate. Coal Tar, which is the synthetic colors used in lipsticks and shampoos should be avoided because these chemicals have been known to cause headaches, nausea, allergies, cancer and skin disorders among other things. Yellow #10 is a perfect example of a synthetic color. Aluminum is found in many products such as eye shadow, eye liner and mascara and is a neurotoxin that is known to damage the heart and lungs and can also cause infertility and Alzheimers disease. Sodium Lauryl Sulphate is found in skin crèmes and toothpastes and this helps the product to make its lather. This toxic ingredient makes the skin dry and can also combine with other ingredients to create toxic compounds.

When making a choice of what products to choose, look for products that are labeled environmentally friendly, because these products are made through natural processes, using natural ingredients and without harmful chemicals. Also be very careful when choosing soaps, because there are many poor quality soaps out there on the market that contain ingredients that can strip the skin of its natural moisture shield which can break down the bodys immune system leaving the skin dry and thereby causing the skin to age more rapidly.

Winter can be terrible on the skin; cold weather makes your skin become dry as it literally sucks the moisture out of the epidermis, leaving it itchy and tight, and uncomfortable. Fine lines start to look deeper and your complexion appears rough and flaky, it just makes you feel downright miserable, but thank goodness for modern technology that you can actually buy a heating unit which is not very expensive to keep the cold out of your home, bones and skin. These humidifiers come in all shapes and sizes and can safely be placed in almost every room of your house, and the good news is that there is sure to be one that you will be able to afford.

You should moisturize your face and body with a thick moisturizing cream or lotion during the day whenever you feel that you skin is becoming dry, and also after you have showered. You should also use an oil based supplement such as cod-liver oil or flaxseed oil to moisturize your body from within. You should drink at least eight glasses of water per day as it helps keep the skin from dehydrating and it is also beneficial to your health overall.

This piece of advice may sound weird but it is recommended that you use a sunblock during the winter months, because the ultraviolet rays can be intense even on a cloudy day, so you should choose a sunblock that will block both the UVA and UVB rays. Use gentle cleansers on your face because it is more delicate than other parts of the body. You should use a gentle body scrub to exfoliate your skin to get rid of built up dead skin cells leaving a fresh looking layer of skin that you can safely moisturize.

When you talk about taking care of your skin in winter most people omit the treatment of their lips which has an entirely different type of skin than the rest of the body. People with dry or chapped lips should be sure to get a good vitamin and mineral supplement. There are many different types of lip balms but most of them usually worsen the situation so be sure to use one specifically for dry winter skin. Also it is not recommend that you lick your lips in order to moisten them because this can also worsen the situation. You should drink lots of water at regular intervals, and if you must wear lipstick you should look for one that does not contain chemicals that will dry the skin.

We’ve all probably had it at one time or another – acne. Unfortunately, even after the breakouts stop the remnants remain. Thanks to research and technology, there are quite a few acne scar treatment options available to diminish and even erase acne scars away. Treating acne scars can be quite pricey depending on what type of acne scar treatment is recommended for you by your dermatologist.

For old acne scars that resulted from a more severe case of acne, several acne scar treatments or a combination thereof, may be required to get the desired results. A professional dermatologist is the most knowledgeable about what types of acne scar treatments are best, and can make recommendations on how to get rid of those acne scars forever!

Most acne scar treatments require clear skin before treatment begins, so this is the first issue that must be addressed. If you haven’t done it already, make an appointment with your dermatologist to get started…

Every person must be evaluated individually and treated on a case by case basis, and what works for one may not work for another. Antibiotics and acne crèmes are most commonly prescribed first to clear the skin and prevent further breakouts. Once skin has healed acne scar treatment can begin.

Some common acne scar treatments are lazar removal and dermabrasion, which are quite effective for removal of shallow scars. For mild cases a chemical peel may be all that is needed. Deeper acne scars may require punch techniques first, and then laser treatments. Most cases will require one or more treatments, or a combination of treatments to achieve the desired results. Most acne scar treatments can be performed quickly and with minimal discomfort right in the office.

Most acne scar treatments are not covered by health insurance plans, and can be quite costly if more than a couple of treatments are needed, which is the case in more instances than not. Less expensive acne scar treatments can always be tried first, especially if the scars are not too severe.

Check with your dermatologist’s office for prices of various procedures recommended, and also check online for more in depth information on acne scar treatments. Visit www.acne.org for a description of various procedures, and visit chat forums for discussion on experiences of others that have undergone various types of acne scar treatments as well. This is a good place to start, and make an appointment with your dermatologist to discuss what is the best treatment option for you.

Like I said above its all about finding the right treatment for your skin, in a few months your scars will fade if not totally dissapear and your confidence will return along with that beautiful mug of yours. So start researching acne scar treatments now.

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Aloe Vera has various medical properties that are very effective in the removal of acne scars. It helps remove acne scars by acting as an immune booster and an anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to reduce infections to regenerate skin and is thus able to rebuild scarred areas. Aloe Vera can be purchased either as a cream, gel, soap, or liquid or can also be bought in the raw form, such as a plant. These plants do not need much care, they can practically grow anywhere and they are not bothered by the sun. Some people have attested that aloe vera is the best solution for the treatment of acne scars they have ever used.

By using soaps or gel based aloe vera products you will drastically reduce the risk of infection and inflammation to the affected areas, although it may not be cleared up all together but it will certainly remove symptoms such as flaky skin, redness or swelling. Aloe Vera can also be used in liquid form by cutting off a piece of the pulp from the aloe vera plant and applying it directly to the affected area in order to absorb more oil. After using this liquid you should wash your face with an herbal aloe vera based soap and after this you can apply an aloe vera cream to the acne, this method gives you the benefit of all the medical elements of the aloe vera making your skin look healthier and free from further breakout,

Aloe Vera Gels when applied to the face forms a thin mask that helps protect the skin from dust and other natural elements that may be harmful to the skin. It can be used either day or night, although some people prefer to apply it at night and wash it off early in the morning. This method makes it act as a toner, to tighten the skin, making it look fresh and giving it a younger appearance when used on a regular basis.

There are various conflicting articles on the topic “does aloe vera help remove acne scars”, so it really depends on which site you visit you will definitely not get the same answer. Some say that aloe vera does not cure acne but just helps reduce the intensity of the scarring, by regenerating the skin and making it possible to rebuild the skin tissues which would give you the result of a younger, smoother looking skin.

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People with oily skin should wash their face at least three times a day, but bear in mind that excessive washing can stimulate your oil glands to produce more oil. Oily skin needs special cleansing with plenty of water and soap to prevent pores from getting clogged. Do not use products that are harsh on the skin, as these can strip your skin of its natural oils and leave it feeling taut and dehydrated and can hamper the flow of oil through the pores which can lead to blockages and cause problems such as acne breakouts.

When choosing a cleanser you should avoid using heavy cleansing creams and harsh soaps, as these will definitely stimulate the oil glands into action. You should use products that are oil based to cleanse your skin as they dissolve sebum effectively. You can choose soaps made of natural ingredients such as Aloe Vera based soap or a light medicated soap, if you prefer you can try using an antibacterial cleansing lotion and use it with mineral water, be sure that it is hot water as hot water dissolves skin oil much faster than lukewarm water. Avoid cleansers or lotions that contain alcohol, as they can be harsh on the skin.

If you have extremely oily skin, you should wash your face at least three or four times a day and avoid using any type of moisturizer, if you must use a moisturizer be sure that it is not an oil based moisturizer in order to maintain an oil free complexion. If your oily skin is flaky, you should try using a deep defoliant every other night, followed by a light coating of moisturizer. If you have sensitive skin you should try using a clay mask made out of white or rose colored clays.

Diet is also important in the treatment of oily skin, as with everything else, you should eat foods rich in proteins but without sugar and salt. Eat plenty of leafy green vegetables such as lettuce and cabbage and fresh fruits as apples, oranges and avocado. It is also important for you to take in vitamins and so foods rich in vitamins such as beans, nuts, and wheat germ which provided vitamins A and B. Also eat foods such as black beans and whole grain rice, which supply iron to the body to rejuvenate pale skin, Vitamin B2 is the most important vitamin for the condition of oily skin and the slightest deficiency of Vitamin B2 can result in oily skin. Drink plenty of mineral water to help keep the skin hydrated and to flush out toxins from the body.

When it comes to skincare for women- many women feel it is necessary that they try as best as they possibly can to develop a routine that would ensure them beautiful, glowing skin. Especially when it comes to the face, experts say that the key to clear, clean skin is a threefold process-cleanse, tone and moisturize. There are many benefits that could be experienced when these are done on a daily basis.

Cleansing the skin is the first process that should be done when caring for the skin. Throughout the day, we are exposed to many environmental factors such as dust, wind, heat etc. It is also necessary to note that the skin produces thousands of dead cells every day. The accumulation of dirt and dead cells serves to clog the pores and this leads to problems such as breakouts and acne which may leave the skin permanently damaged and scarred. As such, cleansing the skin at least twice a day is a necessity since it reduces eh effects of pollutants on the skin. Clean skin tends to glow whereas skin that is not cleansed regularly tends to have a dull appearance. It is advised that normal soap should not be used on skin since it tends to have a drying effect on the skin added to the fact that normal soaps are too harsh for the face.

The process of toning the skin serves to remove the remnants of whatever cosmetic products are used as well as cleansers that are used on the face. It also restores the pH balance of the skin to its natural level. Therefore, all women should include the use of a toner in their daily skincare regimen in order to have beautiful skin.

Toner contains astringent which seals the pores, tightens skin and protects it from toxins and the effects of environmental factors. However, when purchasing toners, you should be aware of the ingredients in the product. Many toners tend to have alcohol as one of the main ingredients, but this tends to destroy collagen that can be found under the surface of the skin. Therefore, alcohol-free toners should be used as much as possible.

It has been found that skin that is exposed to the natural elements of nature tends to lose moisture and wrinkle. Therefore, it is imperative that women moisturize after they clean and tone the skin since this improves the elasticity of the skin and serves as a barrier against environmental factors that affect the skin. Moisturiser also replenishes the natural moisture that is in the skin. One of the best moisturizer for the skin is water. It serves to moisten the skin and halts the process of aging of the skin. When applying moisturizer, it should be applied lightly and you should start at the centre and move outward. ]]> http://resveratroll.org/ctm-cleanse-tone-moisturise-woman/feed/ 0 http://resveratroll.org/skin-care-aging-skin/ http://resveratroll.org/skin-care-aging-skin/#comments Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:36:56 +0000 Dr. Rita Velaskes http://resveratroll.org/?p=35

The process of caring for your skin is very intricate and delicate. As people age, their skin tends to require more effort and care. Aging skin is prone to dryness, wrinkles, sagging and age spots. As such, it is necessary that special care be taken so that aging skin can still look its best.

For persons who are aging, the importance of wearing daily sunscreen cannot be stressed enough. Sunscreen serves to protect the skin from wrinkling and from the development of age spots. This not only applies to the face but the entire body, especially the hands. When purchasing cosmetics such as moisturizer and foundation, you should purchase one that includes a sunscreen and that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. The moisturizer or foundation should have a minimum SPF of 15 in order to be effective against the damage that can be done to the skin by sun rays. In addition to the use of sunscreen, persons who are aging should try as best as possible to minimize the time that is spent in the sun since excessive exposure to sun is damaging to the skin. As much as possible, persons who are aging should try to wear long sleeved shirts, long pants and hats when in the sun.

It is necessary that attention be paid to the ingredients that are in your skin care products since certain ingredients tend to damage skin. Since aging skin is more prone to damage, then extra care should be taken. Products that include ingredients such as menthol, lime, lavender, fragrances and botanical oils should be used in small amounts if they are used at all. Also, the skin should be moisturized especially in cold weather and dry heat. These environmental factors tend to make skin more susceptible to damage. Wrinkles also appear to look worse when the skin is dry, therefore the skin should remain moisturized.

With respect to cleansers, persons with aging skin should make use of alpha-hydroxy cleansers and lotion especially if they have age spots on their skin. These cleansers and lotions aid in the reduction of the appearance of fade spots. In addition to cleansers and moisturizers, it would be wise to use fade creams or cosmetic products that are geared specifically towards reducing the appearance of age spots.

With respect to skincare, it would be remiss to not mention the effect that lifestyle plays in the aging process of the skin as well as the appearance of skin. There are certain habits that speed up the process of aging and these should be eliminated as best as possible from one’s lifestyle. Habits such as smoking tend to speed up the process of aging of the skin and it also increases wrinkles and dryness. Cigarette smoke serves to deplete the level of Vitamin C in the body, a vitamin which is essential in keeping the skin looking moist and plump. Lack of exercise, lack of sleep, exposure to cold weather, alcohol consumption and stress also speed up the aging process of skin. Removing these things from your lifestyle would ensure that you would have healthy skin, even as you age.