Lemon Juice Good For Clearing Acne / Zit ? - Pt 3

The lemon juice contains approximately 5% of citric acid ( as known as L-absorbic acid ), the element that gives lemons a sourly taste this L-absorbic acid is commonly found in many anti acne products. The lemon juice is also rich in limonene, pectin, potassium, and vitamin C.

Can drinking lemon juice effectively clear up the acne / zit? Yes, but indirectly. Lemon juice itself has abundant of antioxidants and flavonoids from the vitamin C, therefore drinking it will certainly have good effect on your skin. Lemon

" Applying the lemon juice on face will experience a mild stinging sensation for first time users and for those people with sensitive skin, they may encounter irritation, peeling or redness as a result of its acidic qualities "

juice can help to boost up the body immune system, cleansing and detoxification and a healthy body immune system will encourage for healthy skin and a healthy skin is less susceptible to acne attack. Drinking lemon juice makes a good alternative for those who are not so keen to apply the lemon juice to their skin. Applying the lemon juice on face will experience a mild stinging sensation for first time users and for those people with sensitive skin, they may encounter irritation, peeling or redness as a result of its acidic qualities. If this happens again, here are some suggestions – 1) the treatment should be stopped for temporary and apply again after some period, 2) apply on alternate days, 3) administer oil-free moisturizer immediately after it or 4) reduce the juice concentration. Another disadvantage is that the juice can make the skin becomes UV sensitive and you may have to use the sunblock / sunscreen whenever going outdoor.

Another great thing of lemon juice is that, not only it can be employed for the removal of acne / zit but as well as its associated scar, uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation due to its antioxidant properties.

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Baby Skin Disorder – Baby Acne Causes | Treatment – Pt 2

Very often, this baby acne breakouts can be hard to diagnose accurately because there are different underlying causes mimicking the appearance of the acne. As with adolescent acne, there's no straight forward answer. They may be harmless appearance condition that looks menacing and even though it is the real acne, it has its own behavioral style and attacking tactic.

One common example is the involvement of a type of rash from Pityrosporum, a type of yeast, that most people thought is acne but is harmless and can be removed with topical antifungal cream. If the acne occurs in newborn, it is

" Neonatal acne doesn’t cause scarring and no treatment is needed as it will generally disappear "

called the neonatal acne and if the baby is from 2 months to 2 years and above, it is called the infantile acne. Neonatal acne doesn’t cause scarring and no treatment is needed as it will generally disappear. For the infantile acne, it is more common at baby boys than bay girls and it needs more attention than neonatal acne. It is gender-biased. Infantile acne resembles more closely to adolescent acne with the comedones ( non-inflammatory enlarge and plugged follicles ) and inflammatory lesions.

In some cases, infantile acne has led to pitted scar and there are some facts that this acne which is relatively uncommon, may be the symptom of future problems with acne. After diagnosing, this acne can be treated with either topical or oral antibiotics in conjunction with BP or Retin-A. For this infantile acne, early treatment is crucial even at mild cases as to prevent pitted scarring.

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Baby Skin Disorder – Baby Acne Causes | Treatment – Pt 1

What causes baby acne, which is another form of skin disorder? There are actually several reasons that can contribute to the baby acne breakout and I have compiled them according to the time of baby delivery:

1) At Before delivery - Baby acne can get started even as early as in the mother’s womb where the baby is exposed to mother’s maternal hormones. These hormones which originate from the placenta can increase oil production and

" Unhealthy diet especially oily food by the mother can increase the risks for the baby to be infected with neonatal acne (newly born baby acne ) "

clogging the baby's sebaceous glands. Placenta is a connective organ to allow the baby for waste elimination and nutrient intake through the mother’s blood supply. Unhealthy diet especially oily food by the mother can increase the risks for the baby to be infected with neonatal acne (newly born baby acne ). 2) At Just After Delivery - Another reason for this baby acne maybe also be temporary hormonal imbalance suffered by the baby as the baby is now being introduced to the brave new world, no longer relying on his/her mother’s placenta. Also, breastfeeding can also introduce hormonal transfusion which increase the likelihood of acne breakout. 3) At After Delivery - Baby acne can also due to exposure to harsh environment such as smoke, chemical and dirt and anything that is in contact with the baby’s skin such as rough diapers, clothes and harsh ingredients during bathing. Newborn’s skin is an extremely sensitive skin as all of you know.

However, this baby acne ( neonatal acne ) typically peaks for approximately 2 months and you do not have to worry too much as it seldom requires treatment as over the time, the baby’s sebaceous glands gets smaller and become less active.

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Lemon Juice Effective | Good For Clearing Acne / Zit ? - Pt 2

Although you have found the answer for the stubborn and frustrating acne pimples by the using the extremely acidic lemon juice, you probably want more assurances than that. What lemon juice does is it will dry up the excess sebum ( oils ) on your skin and help remove the dead skin cells from skin's surface similar to acid peel or microdermabrasion.

Just apply with a thin layer of the sourly taste lemon juice and it will remove the outermost layer of your dead skin cells and then it will allow for replacement of healthier and newer cells on the surface. Much of the anti acne / zit property

" For the pharma grade anti acne / zit product that come with astringent, the Neutrogena Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent is a clear example "

from lemon juice lies on its astringent character where it can effectively clear and dry out the oil in your skin, the favorite place for the P. acnes bacteria. Astringent is a chemical substance which causes living tissues to shrink or draw together. There are many medical uses for astringents and the utilization of astringent in cosmetics are very common for effects like skin lightening or chemical peeling. The astringent effect can be easily felt, chew some lemons or apples and you can straight away feel your mouth / lips getting constricted and dry. For the pharma grade anti acne / zit product that come with astringent, the Neutrogena Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent is a clear example.

When using the lemon juice for clearing up the acne / zit on face, most seasoned users will mix and combine it with other products / herbs as to make the application more comfortable because pure lemon juice has stinging sensation. Combining with other ingredients such as mint and witch hazel can introduce calming effect on your home remedy lemon juice cocktail.

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Lemon Juice Effective | Good For Clearing Acne / Zit ? - Pt 1

With more and more acne medications flooding into the market, whether prescribed or non-prescribed ( over the counter ), the medications are actually draining out the money fast from people’s pockets and not surprisingly some of them will cost hundreds of dollar per month just for the sake of clearing up the acne / zit.

Furthermore, there is also no guarantee that the medicines will work perfectly as the human’s skin physiology differs from one to another. For a couple of dollars or far less, you can actually improvise your own anti acne remedy from the

" the medications are actually draining out the money fast from people’s pockets and not surprisingly some of them will cost hundreds of dollar per month just for the sake of clearing up the acne / zit "

comfort of your own home. Try lemon, as it has been used centuries ago for skin health qualities and also proven that it is effective in clearing up the acne / zit on face. Lemon is very acidic, with ph about 3 and has astringent, antiseptic, bleaching and anti-depressant qualities. Lemon is one of the 4 members from the big-4 fruit acid family ( the AHA family ). The other members are the orange, lime and grapefruit. This citrus family ( AHA family ) has also proven to be brilliant exfoliants. Does lemon juice clear up acne? Yes it does, but before investigating further, let us first find out what are the methods generally available for acne / zit treatments.

They are basically 3 types: 1) Bacteria – avoiding or killing them which responsible for acne infection 2) Oil ( sebum ) – reducing the formation oil sebum 3) Clogged pores – prevent them by exfoliating the dead skin cells. The lemon juice is capable of performing all the 3 treatments and effective in clearing up the acne / zit - by killing bacteria as well as fungi, drying up the excess sebum and exfoliation of the dead skin cells .

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Photodynamic PDT Blue | Red Light Acne Therapy - Pt 5

Just like the blue light, the red light therapy treatments using then LED for the acne pimples on face are non-ablative, non-thermal and noninvasive, unlike lasers or other ablative treatments. It is also completely safe for the eyes but however, it is not recommended to stare directly at it. There are no pain and discomfort related to the red light therapy, only minor warm feeling as a result of the intensity of the light with no burning.

As the red light has longer wavelength with deeper penetration, it is being absorbed by the blood vessels at the dermis which is the 2nd layer of the skin . The subcutaneous layer is the 3rd layer of the skin. Once the red light is being

" Without the help from other procedures, the red light LED therapy ALONE cannot achieve 100% success "

absorbed, it will stimulate the mitochondria in the cells and the conversion of the photo energy from the red light into ATP biochemical energy takes place. The increase ATP generation enhances the mitosis and cellular activity which reduces inflammation and restoring back the cellular to normal function. Without the help from other procedures, the red light LED therapy ALONE cannot achieve 100% success. Meaning, for an effective therapy for acne pimples treatments, both the red and blue light are used synergistically for anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial action. The utilization of LED nowadays has been captivating, NASA team scientists use the LED for treating cancer and diabetics, accelerate recovery of muscle injuries to NAVY seals, healing of wounds on earth and space and chosen over the use of traditional laser due to cost and safety concern.

The NASA LED on-going Program has shown unprecedented increase in human collagen and growth of fibroblast. Fibroblast is known as the most common cells for our connective tissues and by increasing the growth of fibroblast, we are actually intensifying the quality and size of the connective tissues which is a good thing.

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Baby Acne Causes | Treatments - Neonatal | Infantile – Pt 1

Newborn baby may exhibit skin appearance that seems to be abnormal to you. Baby acne ( also called as neonatal or infantile acne ) is one of them and GENERALLY the neonatal acne does not need to be treated. Acne at newborn baby is called the neonatal acne and infantile acne occurs at baby from 2 months to 2 years and above. Other skin appearances include Vernix, Milia, Erthema Toxicum, Mongolian Spots and Cutis Marmorata.

Vernix - A baby’s protective skin coating ( greasy white substance) in the mother’s uterus. It has no danger and can be washed away. Erythema Toxicum - A common red rash affecting newborns. Most common on the 2nd day of life, but can appear just after birth or within the first 2 weeks. It will slowly disappear and there is no

" Milia is very common in babies but also known to appear in adult and it cannot be removed no matter how hard you squeeze or pierce "

treatment for this. Cutis Marmorata - Skin that look like bluish / pinkish marble when exposed to the cold. It isn’t serious and when your baby gets older, the situation will improve
Milia - Dome-shaped tiny bumps that look like whiteheads appearing at baby’s face. They will disappear by their own. Milia is very common in babies but also known to appear in adult and it cannot be removed no matter how hard you squeeze or pierce. Best way is to seek dermatologist for removal. Mongolian Spots - Flat birthmarks with brown, blue-black or greyish in color. They are often misunderstood by bruises and normally found at buttocks & lower part and they will fade away when the baby grows older. They are more common in Asian, African and at darken complexion origins.

From studies, there are approximately 20% of the newborn babies that are affected by this baby acne, and it tends to appears 2-3 weeks after birth and it looks like small red bumps and pustules distributed all over the check. Other areas like the chin, neck, upper chest and forehead are also not spared.

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Olay Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol | The Zits Eliminator - Pt 2

By the first glance, this acne / zits remover protocol seems to appear in 3 different products and predictably each and every of them will have its own role to play. It Is recommended by Olay to use this Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol 2X daily:

Step 1: Pore Clarifying Cleanser – for cleansing
The main purpose is to reduce oil and pores penetration to prevent new zits breakout as you cleanse your skin. First of all, wet your face

" The active ingredients in this Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol include Glycerin, Niacinamide and Salicyclic Acid "

and then apply a few drops of this product on your palm. Massage gently mover the entire face but avoid the eye area. Then rinse completely with lukewarm water and then pat to dry. However, cut down the frequency of usage if annoying dryness or peeling effect start to occur.

Step 2: Skin Clearing Treatment – for treatment and prevention
To bring breakouts under control and also to prevent forming in future. Your skin need to be completely cleaned before using this cream. You need to apply this treatment cream to the whole affected area with a lean layer by 1-3 occasions daily. As excessive skin drying may arise during this period, start with one application then slowly increase to 2-3 times daily as and when needed. If dryness or peeling still persists, cut down the application to once a day or apply every alternate day.

Step 3: Clear Complexion Renewing Lotion – for hydrating and renewal
This translucent gel-like moisturizer helps to condition the skin by reducing the look of redness and spots by hydrating effects. Apply this moisturizing lotion with a thin and even layer to your face.

The active ingredients in this Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol include Glycerin, Niacinamide and Salicyclic Acid and this treatment protocol has an acceptable faint medicinal scent.

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Photodynamic PDT Blue | Red Light Acne Therapy - Pt 4

The nature of the red light is that it is capable of penetrating deeper into skin causing the collagen (the protein found in connective tissue), elastin and certain enzymes to self-regenerate itself. This regeneration process strengthens and tightens the skin which causes fewer wrinkles and faster healing time, making it increasingly popular not only for acne pimples but also for beauty and aesthetical therapy.

Red light ( 600nm – 650nm ) has longer wavelength than blue light ( 400nm -450nm ), and the longer the wavelength, the greater is the penetration level. Why use the red light therapy, and not the green or yellow light? The reason is because

" The combination of red light and blue light has been proven to be an effective therapy in the treatment of acne pimples, where they acted synergistically as anti-inflammatory action by the red light and anti-bacterial by the blue light "

it has been discovered that the P. acnes produces the endogenous porphyrins that absorb light energy at 2 main peaks, at the Q-band’ (500nm–700nm), and at ‘Soret’ (400nm–420nm). This red light sits nicely at the ‘Q-band ‘and that is why it has been chosen and at the ‘Soret’ is chosen for the blue light. It is at these 2 bands that the porphyrins can experience strongest excitation by generating highly reactive singlet oxygen radicals to eliminate the lipids in the cell wall of P. acnes and killing it. The combination of red light and blue light has been proven to be an effective therapy in the treatment of acne pimples, where they acted synergistically as anti-inflammatory action by the red light and anti-bacterial by the blue light.

Although the number of individuals involved in the R&D studies is too small for the red and blue light therapy to draw any major conclusion, However, some studies do show that red and blue light therapy has positive effects on some individuals with the acne pimples on face.

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Olay Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol | The Zits Eliminator - Pt 1

It is a 3P product ( proven, professional, potent ), as claimed by Olay on the Professional Pro-X series. Olay also claimed that this series is a technologically advanced skin care products specially designed to make you younger looking within 28 days. It is satisfaction guaranteed and tested not by themselves, but from the trusted independent 3rd party of dermatologists and P&G researchers.

The ingredients in this Pro-X series are touted to revitalize and renew the skin surface by exfoliation while refilling the moisture level and brightening the complexions. So, let’s see whether the Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol does live to its

" The only drawback is that this protocol contains the presence of alcohol (cetearyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol ) which is a concern for muslim followers"

promise. At this point of writing, within Olay’s entire range of products, there are on 2 products that are formulated for treating acne / zits; the Pro-X Clear Acne Protocol and Acne Control Face Wash. This Acne Protocol is actually a 3-step daily medicinal acne skin care regimen for mature skin that utilizes the proven technology that consistently reduce and prevent frustrating zits breakouts and blemishes. Not only that, even more frustrating big pores and uneven skin texture can also be reduced by this protocol in just 4 weeks. The highly effective formulations which are clinically proven can reduce the oily skin appearance throughout the hormonal fluctuations and balance the skin moisture levels without the harsh dryness.

This acne / zits remover protocol received the award for Best of Beauty 2011 by Allure. The only drawback is that this protocol contains the presence of alcohol (cetearyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol ) which is a concern for muslim followers.

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The Oxy Solution - Oxy Icy Cool Wash Acne Cleanser – Pt 2

Inside the Oxy Ice Cool Wash Acne Cleanser, the presence of the unique mixture of dual Blue and Green Beads makes cleansing more efficient. Different color bead has different part to play. The Exfoliating Green Bead does the important job of reaching deep into pores to eradicate trapped impurities, dirt and oil.

The cooling Blue Bead, on the other hand instantly energizes and refreshes the skin while simultaneously exerting your skin with a cooling sensation. Enhancing the exfoliation by removing the dead skin cells away from the skin so that skin

" The cooling Blue Bead, on the other hand instantly energizes and refreshes the skin while simultaneously exerting your skin with a cooling sensation "

always stays radiant and clear and this is what the dual beads actually do and the micronized dual beads are created by Oxy to be gentle to the skin. The presence of the Vitamin C will help to retain skin’s moisture by strengthening the skin cells through moisturizing and softening effects and also beneficial in reducing hyperpigmentation for brighter and clearer skin complexion. The availability of the Vitamin E, a strong antioxidant, can also repairs and protects the skin so that the skin will stay healthy always. The best way for treating excess oil and sweat is by performing cleansing on skin at least 2X using lukewarm water, as suggested by most dermatologists.

When you are using this Oxy Icy Cool Wash product, it is recommended by OXY that you firstly wet your face, then squeeze about 2cm in length of the of Oxy Icy Cool Wash into your hand, lather with water and then massage gently and thoroughly by anti-clockwise movement. After that, rinse thoroughly and wipe gently with a clean dry cloth. It comes in 2 standard pack sizes of 50g and 100g.

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Sandalwood Powder/Oil For Stopping Acne - Pt 4

The home DIY Sandalwood paste for removing acne pimple on face can also be made by mixing a combination of equal proportion of 1 tablespoon each from Sandalwood oil, fresh lime juice and Turmeric powder. Apply over the affected area and them leave it for approximately ½ hour. After that, rinse it off with lukewarm water and then dry your face with towel.

How about people with sensitive skin and side effects? You need not worry too much, as they all botanical extracts, meaning it can take a couple of sessions to see results and it is completely safe to repeat as many times as you want.

" Sandela ( man made synthetic molecule ), a close substitution to natural Sandalwood oil also has good antibacterial properties against Propionibacterium acnes "

For the sensitive skin, prepare a face mask from 1/4th cup of rose water and 2 tablespoon of Sandalwood powder. Apply the mixture evenly on the acne /pimples face area and leave it until it totally dry-up. After that, rinse it off with lukewarm water and then dry you face with towel. Rose water is known for its effectiveness in soothing and harmonizing sensitive skin. Finally, use a couple of drops of the Sandalwood oil and start massaging the said area as to sooth and harmonize the skin from itchiness and flaming sensation caused by acne pimples. Sandalwood oil is also known for its antibacterial activity as natural fragrance. However, due to the high price and scarcity of this natural oil prevent its widespread use in commercial cosmetic products needed for a growth inhibition of skin bacteria.

Sandela ( man made synthetic molecule ), a close substitution to natural Sandalwood oil also has good antibacterial properties against Propionibacterium acnes, meaning it is also useful for the prevention and treatment of acne / pimples as well as Brevibacterium epidermidis, the organism involved in formation of foot odor. In other words, whether for good or bad, the scarcity and high price of natural Sandalwood will push for new man made substitution such as Sandela and illegal logging on Sandalwood trees.

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The Oxy Solution - Oxy Icy Cool Wash Acne Cleanser – Pt 1

In the hot weather during the summer time or in tropical countries with plenty of sunshine, it will tend to make our skin dirty and oily easily. Far worse, the smoke, face make-up, dust and every imaginable floating particles surrounding the environment in which our skin is exposed everyday will aggravate the skin condition.

Those oil, accumulated dirt and dead skin cells that are not properly removed can cause the skin pores to clog-up. This will eventually result in the appearance of acne pimples on face and therefore

" Those oil, accumulated dirt and dead skin cells that are not properly removed can cause the skin pores to clog-up "

, it is vital that we perform a proper cleansing our pores and incorporate it into your acne pimple removal program. OXY, the expert and also a leader in acne solution for over 30 years and also one of the favorite picks by teens, launches its latest Oxy Icy Cool Wash Acne Cleanser that is specially targeted for oily prone skin. Oxy belongs to the Mentholatum Company of Canada Ltd with the HQ presently situated at Ontario, Canada. Among the unique features of this new Ice Cool Wash sensational cooling cleanser include 1) refreshing cool sensation feeling 2) moisturising effect and 3) deep pore cleansing.

Now, let’s tour this Oxy Icy Cool Wash Acne Cleanser a little more deeper. To say it in a simple manner, this cleanser incorporates an unique combination of Dual Beads for gentle skin exfoliation for smoother, clearer and brighter skin and it isn't just about removing acne pimples alone. Apart from this, it also help to encourage new skin cells growth, skin blockages removal and blood circulation improvement.

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Elicina Snail Cream For Acne Removal - Pt 4

However, do not expect this nature's gifted Elicina Snail Cream to produce miracle results of removing the acne pimple, burn scar and face wrinkles completely 100% and although this Elicina is a good product, you still can’t beat the law of nature.

Until today, this snail complex organic ingredient still cannot be copied by even the most advanced laboratory on Earth.

" Due to the popularity of the snail cream which is now becoming more like a hype, let’s beware on the imitation products "

Does this cream have competitors? Yes. There are snail creams from 1) Nichkhun PRESTIGE Cream, 2) Missha's Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Cream and 3) Etude House Darling Cream as to name a few. Due to the popularity of the snail cream which is now becoming more like a hype, let’s beware on the imitation products. Imitation and sub-standard products are very illusive and difficult to detect by naked eyes and you will only realize when you apply it, so the best bet is to buy from reputable brand and avoid anything that draws suspicions.

Here are the full range of original Ellicina Products by Elicina Cosmetics Ltd, if your also are interested on beauty and skincare apart from removing acne pimple. Visit to www.elicina.com for further details.

• Eye Contour Cream XT – for treatment of delicate facial skin and eye areas for the signs of aging

• Xtreme Facial Mask - Exfoliant mask that reduces the signs of facial aging
• Body Lotion - Body Lotion containing 50% snail extract and 50% moisturizers, humectants and emollient
• After Shave Balm- For men with sensitive skin and thick beard
• Pocket style cream – Versatile pocket style cream that can be taken everywhere
• Plus Cream – For dry and sensitive skin
• The Original Cream – For oily and mixed skin complexion

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Blue | Red Light - Photodynamic PDT Acne Therapy – Pt 3

The Porphyrins that is produced by P. acnes bacteria in the sebaceous glands as a result from metabolism by-product is sought and activated by the blue light that eventually kill the bacteria. However, before being zapped by the blue light, a painless and clear solution called the Levulan or Aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is first administered to your skin.

It is a powerful photosensitizing agent that boost the sensitivity to the blue light and It is left to stay at your skin for approximately 30 minutes for proper absorption to the sebaceous gland and then the ALA is activated by the intense

" Aminolevulinic acid (ALA) and Methyl Aminolevulinate (MAL) are the 2 most common photosensitizers administered in dermatology "

blue light for about 10 minutes and through the chemical reaction, the P. acnes bacteria is destroyed. Aminolevulinic acid (ALA) and Methyl Aminolevulinate (MAL) are the 2 most common photosensitizers administered in dermatology. If you are exposed to the sun as soon as after the treatment, you can get significant sunburn very quickly and also skin peeling effect. It is recommended that you go for home confinement for couple of days after the blue light therapy and the other side effects include mild dryness, swelling and pigmentation. Repeat treatments may be needed in order to achieve good result as the blue light therapy targets only a single source, the P. acnes, and this bacteria can come back again as they can regenerate very quickly and therefore an on-going treatments are needed.

Blue light is not a UV light, and it belongs to the visible light ( can be seen by human eyes ) and it is not damaging to our skin. Here are some information on the wavelength of the visible light spectrums:

Violet – 380nm-450nm
Blue – 450nm-495nm
Green – 495nm-570nm
Yellow – 570nm-590nm
Orange- 590nm–620nm
Red – 620nm-750nm

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Acne Scar Types | Treatment | Removal - Pt 3

Methods by surgical are often the finest available options for removing acne pimple scar that are in deepest forms and also most fibrotic unlike the popular physical method like the chemical peeling and dermabrasion where they are more suitable for less adverse scarring.

For the subcision method which is surgical, the main advantage comes from producing lasting perfection for the rolling type acne pimple scar ( scar which is elevated, having blunt penetration but even in appearance ) with very low risk of injury to the affected skin layer,

" Another surgical method called the dermal grafting, is also quite useful for mending defects with deep contour "

quite simple to perform, patient can tolerate well and considered to be quite a safe procedure. Minor bruising and swelling are seen to be the only setbacks but with fast recovery time. During the subcision procedure, a specially designed needle / blade is speared underneath the scar and by moving back and forth, the piercing of the fibrous tissue will take place and then disconnecting the acne pimple scar from the subcutis layer in order for the scar to will be elevated, making the surface free from dents. Another surgical method called the dermal grafting, is also quite useful for mending defects with deep contour similar to using 1st-aid handyplast for patching your bleeding after a fall with the handyplast being the dermal graft. Dermal grafting is not very expensive, readily available, can be cut precisely to shape and size the size and hardly subjected to rejection and it offers permanent and long-term rectification.

Similar to the subcision, this dermal grafting is injury free and you will only expect some only minor bruising and swelling. The only drawback is that patient must be prepared to accept for new defects somewhere in his / body as a donor, in which this donor site is normally chosen at the area camouflaged by clothing. For the punch and excision method, their main aims are to remove acne pimple scar that tend to be deep and piercing like the ice-pick scar and the deep boxcar scar.

Info - The acne cannot just be removed by a single “best” treatment. The most popular methods involving removal of acne scar are the dermal grafting, subcision, punch technique and the excision

Blue | Red Light - Photodynamic Acne Therapy – Pt 2

The PDT itself has wide application, not only limited to the blue light for removing acne pimples treatment which is the topic for this discussion but also for beauty and aesthetic treatment, eye treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) which normally occurs for age >50 and lately for the cancer.

PDT applications needs 3 mandatory components to function: 1) light source 2) photosensitizer and 3) presence of oxygen. The mechanism of PDT it is different from other light-based and laser therapies such as removing face wrinkle,

" Then, how do we classify this blue light therapy ? It really depends on the source and application "

facial rejuvenation and wound healing as PDT requires a photosensitizer. In other words, photodynamic therapy is the application of light to stimulate photosensitizers by exogenously administered or endogenously formed and for the case of blue light therapy, the Porphyrins is endogenously formed by the stimulated photosensitizers. Then, how do we classify this blue light therapy ? It really depends on the source and application as the blue light applied at doctor’s clinic can be classified under IPL ( Intense Pulse Light), another type of laser that activates the photosensitizer. If it is from the portable hand held device done at home, then they are just ordinary light based therapy as it doesn’t involve the use of chemicals ( photosensitizer ).

This innovative hand held units are made from tiny semiconductor emitting diodes ( LEDs) connected to electrical circuit. They do not get burnt like light bulbs, do not generating heat, lower energy consumption and longer lifespan and light is generated solely by the electrons movement within the conducting material. The hand held LED is an enjoyable and simple equipment to use and it works just like a desktop lamp shining on your face while you watch TV or listening to music.

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Blue | Red Light - Photodynamic Acne Therapy – Pt 1

It has long been noticed that sunlight has been known to have the tendency to improve the condition for acne pimples on face. However, whether this observation can be proven correctly or not, it always remains skeptical as UV is not friendly to the skin, It’s UVA has ‘progressive’ effect that is damaging to skin in the long run. It just doesn’t sound right when you are stopping the pimples while damaging the skin in return.

However, it has been quite sometimes already and today, the fields of medicine and dermatology have advanced further. The blue light therapy for acne pimples has recently been endorsed by the US FDA as an effective therapy

" The blue light therapy, known interchangeably as PDT ( Photodynamic Therapy ) was started initially from clinical based procedure only "

for acne pimples for severity mild to moderate and it is also clinically proven by the American Academy Of Dermatology for reducing the sign of inflammation on acne pimples and this blue light therapy steadfastly becoming a more popular treatment by choice. This is due to the fact that it has no negative side effects related to drugs, non-invasive procedure, painless, concern over antibiotic resistance and a further need for alternative therapy or even a combination of a few therapies where patients fail to respond to current treatments. It was recently found that some of the visible ultraviolet in sunlight (range: 405nm-420 nm, 1 nano is one billionth of meter ) can actually triggers Porphyrins, an organic elements produced by the bacteria itself, to destroy and ultimately eliminate the bacteria.

This finding led to the invention of concentrated blue light therapy both in-patient at dermatologist’s office and for home DIY hand held LED. The blue light therapy, known interchangeably as PDT ( Photodynamic Therapy ) was started initially from clinical based procedure only, where patients with acne pimples would seek their dermatologist for treatment.

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Sandalwood Powder/Oil For Stopping Acne - Pt 3

For yielding of Sandalwood oil, the Sandalwood tree must be at least 30 -40 years and steam distillation method is used to harvest the oil. Better still if the tree is harvested even older as the older the tree gets, the richer is the oil content and its aroma.

The steam distillation process for the sandalwood is awfully long with a continuous period of 2-3 days, just like the steam distillation for oil from the tea tree plant ( Melaleuca Alternifolia ), another great acne pimple remover.

" The preparation of Sandalwood powder for removing acne pimples by home DIY method can be performed in various ways "

The preparation of Sandalwood powder for removing acne pimples by home DIY method can be performed in various ways. For making paste, prepare a mixture from 1 tablespoon each from Sandalwood powder, Turmeric powder and water and ½ tablespoon from Camphor for the cooling effect. Mix them well into a thick paste and then apply directly to the acne / pimples and leave it for approximately ½ hour until the paste start to dry. After that, wash the paste away and dry you face with towel.


The Sandalwood oil and powder can offer an effective Home DIY for removing acne pimples on face and this home remedy had been implemented even since the ancient days. The treatment with Sandalwood works in 3 ways:

• Elimination of accumulated bacteria and germs that are blossoming on skin and which can lead to inflammation and then acne pimples.
• Moisturizing of skin with soothing effect that makes it cooling and calming and warding off from inflammations and irritations.
• Cleansing of skin pores away from excessive oils that give rise to acne pimples.

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Elicina Snail Cream For Acne Removal - Pt 3

The Elicina Snail Cream, a wonder cream with its exhaustive list of benefits is now hitting hard at Korea and Japan, not much so on the healing aspect like stopping acne pimples on face, but for the beauty enhancement. First started in Chile and then swept across to European countries, this snail cream phenomenon is now being the target for the Korean cosmetics companies rivaling the BB crème, which was said to be originated from Germany with many cult followers in Korea, Japan and most Asian countries.

It is truly strange and vivid kind of world that we lived in. Somehow, they seem to be worlds apart but the pursuit for beauty and youth gets them much nearer than they can actually imagine. Snails are

" People since Hippocrates era used it to treat eczema, dry skin and acne pimples problem "

originated from East Africa, spread quickly throughout the work in a relatively short time as the can multiply rapidly. Some even argued that the miracle incident from Helix Aspersa Müller snail at Chile Snail farm was a ‘re-discovered’. People since Hippocrates era used it to treat eczema, dry skin and acne pimples problem. However, whether we like the facts or not or how true the facts were, the true credit goes to the Chilean snail farmers ( the Bascuñán family ) who discovered it and then commercialized to the mass market. The Helix Aspersa Müller snail is actually the same kind of snail that can be found on the dinner plate in French bistros.

This slime extract products have never been as popular, become an instant hit as the Korean women are famed for their eagerness to try out extreme and unconventional cosmetic endeavor in the name of beauty, which often grab attention to the headlines.

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Clearasil Perfecta Wash For Acne Solution - Pt 2

Using the correct dosing for face washing is the key to clearer skin without any occurrence of over drying. By washing your face daily will certainly help your skin looking clear from acne pimples, but have you ever wonder what is the quantity of face wash you should be using? Before you even know it, the whole bottle of cleanser is wiped out empty, it is a kind of a big waste.

If you intend to prevent acne pimples on face, then It is vital that you adopt the habit of washing your face 2X per day, in the morning and just before you go to sleep. This will get rid most of the foreign particles, dirt and oil that sits during

" This creative robot-like delivery system is touted as the 1st skin care product that utilizes a pre-measured dose system for facial cleanser category "

the night especially if you are wearing a make-up as make-up is like a adhesive board, trapping almost everything that floats in the air. This new automatic face wash dispenser gadget come with refilling ( Clearasil PerfectaWash ) will ensure you will get the correct dosing as well as making face-washing handy and easy. This creative robot-like delivery system is touted as the 1st skin care product that utilizes a pre-measured dose system for facial cleanser category and with a touch-free function. So, bye-bye guess work, you can now be assured of the correct dosing whenever you use.

Using the Clearasil PerfectaWash is pretty simple. All you got to do is firstly wet your hand, then bring your hand to under the sleek design discharging head and within a second, a single dose of the face wash liquid is dispensed. When you buy this PerfectaWash starter kit, it contains the dispenser itself, 3 free batteries and 2 packets of refills ( 100 doses each ) of the Ultra Rapid Action face wash liquid.

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Acne Scar Types | Removal | Treatment - Pt 2

The versatile and popular Chemical Peeling, can actually solve on variety of skin problems apart from scarring on acne pimple. Some people have recently expected that the acne pimple scar removal utilizing the chemical peeling method would be replaced in favor of laser diffraction which is far more sophisticated, but surprisingly until today chemical peeling still widely used due to the ease of application and less fearsome.

Apart from treating skin discoloration, wrinkles, dull skin and age spots, this method is also very effective for acne pimple scar removal on the non-elevated scar type such as the boxcar scars and acne lesions where the amount of

"this method is also very effective for acne pimple scar removal on the non-elevated scar type such as the boxcar scars and acne lesions "

of chemical penetration is only restricted to the skin epidermis and papillary dermis layer. Chemical peels can be categorized into deep, medium and superficial ( surface ), subjected to the depth of penetration from the strength of chemical solution being used. For removing severe acne pimple scar, stronger chemical solution is being used. After the chemical peel procedure, a patient would normally expect some temporary burning sensation and also skin redness. Superficial Chemical Peel as the name implies, is a combination of different weaker acids such as the Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid and Trichloracetic acid for the peeling and chemical peel is widely implemented globally on both men and women alike.

The main drawback for chemical peeling is that this procedure requires repetitive requires follow-up sessions ( 8 to 10 times ) with rest period of about 1 month, so patience is the virtue here. For deeper peeling effects, Trichloroacetic acid, phenol and other substances will be utilized.

Info - The keloidal scars are more prevailing on the shoulders, back and chest instead on the face

Reviews On Rosa T Acne Serum / Gel ( 3/3 )

If you have totally fed up with the unsuccessful and expensive pimple treatment, then it is good to try without breaking your bank with Rosa T Acne Serum / Gel from GOE ( Garden Of Eden ) which is 100% botanical actives and effective in preventing and removing pimple on face.

The Rosa T Acne Serum / Gel offers 3-steps mechanisms for tackling pimple problems. The 1st step is to effectively control acne pimples breakouts by increasing

" The 2nd step is about controlling the bacteria activity to control the acne pimples breakouts where the wonder herb Tea Tree Oil plays its part "

the linoleic acid levels in the skin to assist normalizing oily skin, prevent pimples as well as whiteheads and blackheads. As our skin cannot generate linoleic acid and it has to be supplied externally by the Grape seed oil & Rose Hip Seed Oil. The 2nd step is about controlling the bacteria activity to control the acne pimples breakouts where the wonder herb Tea Tree Oil plays its part. The 3rd step is to reduce scarring from the inflammation. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties from the Natural Vitamin E will help prevent and improve pimple scars. This Serum / Gel package offers:

• Rosa T - Mild Cleanser ( 100ml )

Come with the Witch Hazel, this Rosa T Mild Cleanser cleans pores and get rid of oil and dirt traces which can give rise to pimple breakouts. The Witch Hazel and the cleansing agents help to formulate a non-drying and oil free preparation which can keep the skin clear.

• Rosa T - Acne gel ( 7gm )

Enriched with wonder herb Tea Tree Oil, this gel is very gentle, yet effective and is specially formulated for daily care. It has a natural anti-bacteria and antiseptic properties that helps removal of blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes.

• Rosa T - Acne Serum ( 5ml & 15ml )

Enriched with Pure Tea Tree Oil, it reduces pimples, oily Skin and pimple scars.

For optimum results, use Rosa T Mild Cleanser to wash your face 2X a day. Apply the gel on the acne pimple itself during day time and for the night time, use the serum. The Rosa T Acne Gel / Serum does not contain 1) mineral oils 2) artificial coloring 3)animal derivatives 4) alcohol 5) not tested on animals and 5) Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.

Did You Know? Some studies have stated that the BP ( benzoyl peroxide ), the most popular over the counter acne pimple remover may be carcinogenic, although this conclusion is inconclusive and controversial

Clearasil Perfecta Wash For Acne Solution - Pt 1

The name Clearasil needs no further introduction as there is no shortage of products when comes to new inventions and solutions for acne pimples. Clearasil is a top selling brand for acne medication and most will agree that it has now become almost a household name. Products from Clearasil contain predominantly from BP ( benzoyl peroxide ), salicyclic acid, sulphur, triclosan and resorcinol as the actives.

Introducing Clearasil’s newest invention - The Clearasil PerfectaWash. It is an automatic face wash dispenser gadget that come with refilling access, automatic motion sensor and somehow Clearasil has generously includes 2 rapid acting

" This Ultra Rapid Action face washing formulas from PerfectaWash can reach deep pores and reduce acne pimples on face for a clearer skin without over drying "

formulas in this PerfectaWash for the benefit of the users: 1) Superfruit Splash 2) Soothing Plant Extracts. Both formulas are created with optimum strength acne pimple medication and are also dermatologist certified. This robot - like gadget has distinct advantage when come to perfect dosing. If you are to squeeze the cream out from a tube with your own fingers, taking toothpaste as example, how will you know when is over dosage or under dosage? This Ultra Rapid Action face washing formulas from PerfectaWash can reach deep pores and reduce acne pimples on face for a clearer skin without over drying and it is being claimed that you will ended up with clearer skin in just 12 hours.

If you are looking for aroma with the embodiment of tranquility and calmness, opt for the Soothing Plant formula as it is also formulated to reduce redness on skin by calming the inflammation. For the Superfruit Splash formula, it features the cranberry and raspberry extracts for more engaging and energizing scent. The refills can be purchased separately.

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Elicina Snail Cream For Anti Acne - Pt 2

Elicina snail cream is truly a nature's gift for beautifully, healthy and acne pimples free skin. The genetic / organic composition of this Helix Aspersa Müller snail extract is closely matching to our own skin thus making it compatible to our skin. The snail extract is actually rich with enzymes, peptides, vitamins and proteins, collagen, elastin, glycolic acid, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory elements for broader spectrum of treatment. This amazing extract is also a great acne pimple remover, capable of killing bacteria and micro-organism, cleaning dying skin cells and opening up clogged pores.

According to an experiment conducted back in 2009 in Italy as to ascertain the claim on Elicina snail cream by a dermatologist, the cream was found to have a

" The genetic / organic composition of this Helix Aspersa Müller snail extract is closely matching to our own skin thus making it compatible to our skin "

good skin compatibility under normal conditions of use for 60 consecutive days. Moreover, the product showed a good cosmetic efficacy adjuvant in treatment of acne signs. Precisely, the results of instrumental measurements showed a decrease as in the visibility of scars as in the intensity of spots. The instrument used were the colorimetry ( Minolta Chroma Meter CR-200 ) for skin dyschromias evaluation and Incident Light Nacro-Photography ( Canon PowerShot G6 ) for scars evaluation.

Elicina snail cream is more like natural cosmetic cream suitable for both sexes, regardless of complexion or age. It does not contain colorants, no side effects and can be used by children or by pregnant women and children. The physical appearance is pure white in color, odorless, non- sticky and surprisingly it also has fast absorption rate, in other words, it is friendly to the users.

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Elicina Snail Cream For Anti Acne- Pt 1

The Elicina snail cream which is having lower allergic reactions, natural and organic, is a wonder cream with exhaustive list of benefits for removal of acne scarring, acne pimples, rosacea, zits, blackheads & pastules. Its benefits also extent to skincare therapy and anti-aging substance apart from being an acne pimple remover.

The story on the discovery of Elicina was indeed peculiar as it wasn’t come from the sophisticated R&D lab, but rather from the heliciculture ( snail farm ) in Chile itself. The workers

" The story on the discovery of Elicina was indeed peculiar as it wasn’t come from the sophisticated R&D lab, but rather from the heliciculture ( snail farm ) in Chile itself "

who handled the snails in the snail farm later discovered that their pair of hands healed faster against injury and cuts and have smother and supple skin that average. It was later uncovered that the snail secretions from species Helix Aspersa Müller, a common brown garden snail were the reasons behind this phenomena. Finally, the Elicina cream was developed as a result from almost a decade from further analysis and testing carried out on this wonder ingredient and with the birth of Elicina Cosmetics Ltd, being the pioneer and creator for this wonder cream. After patented the product, later in 1995 Elicina Cosmetics Ltd introduced the product to the South American market and it became a total success, spreading its wings to the rest of the world based on the true benefits of the cream by the users who tested them.

This snail cream has been tailor-made as natural as possible, having 80% from Helix Aspersa Müller snail extract and only the remaining 20% are excipients, which is the inactive elements used as carrier for active elements. The product comes in 40 grams light-weight jar and at a reasonable price.

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Sandalwood Powder/Oil For Anti Acne - Pt 2

The chemical constituents of the Sandalwood oil varies slightly from source to source with alpha-santalol and beta-santalol contributes >65% of the total chemical constituents. An analysis confirmed that the highest amount of the santalol is found in the Sandalwood tree from Indian origin which is also internationally most preferred, then followed from Fiji and thirdly from Papua New Guinea.

Whenever I get to smell Sandalwood aroma, it reminds me of 2 things. One is India or perhaps China, as it has very strong attachment to Indian / Chinese culture. Secondly, it reminds

" It is truly an extraordinary tree, even the termites and ants will avoid this tree and I will not be surprised if it makes a good medicine for anti-acne pimples "

me of my teenage years and its extraordinary aroma. When I was in my teenage year and having school break in my uncle’s house, the old Sandalwood tree growing in my uncle’s garden was chopped down as to make way for his house expansion. The aroma from the chopped trunks and branches and the scattered tree barks laying all over the ground were so strong that they lasted for at least 1 month and the aroma also infiltrated into the whole house just like somebody was burning incense inside the house. It has been said that the Sandalwood has a mild, sweet fragrance and long lasting aroma. This claim is indeed true, as I am the living proof.

I am glad that I have the opportunity to see the living Sandalwood tree myself and witnessed its astonishing aroma as not everyone has the opportunity to do so. It is truly an extraordinary tree, even the termites and ants will avoid this tree and I will not be surprised if it makes a good medicine for anti-acne pimples.

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Sandalwood Powder/Oil For Anti Acne - Pt 1

It has never been straight forward when comes to writing this article on the benefits of Sandalwood powder / oil for removing the acne pimples on face as its medicinal benefits are extremely broad based, rivaling the tea tree oil which is also another healing wonder for acne pimples.

The botanical name for Sandalwood is Santalum Album. Santalum Album, or Indian Sandalwood as you may call it, is now a threatened species and

" Sandalwood as you may call it, is now a threatened species and is native to Southern India where approximately 70% of world’s supply is being grown "

is native to Southern India where about 70% of world’s supply is being grown.
Sandalwood was widely used in many cultures for the purpose of Ayurvedic medicines, meditation, ceremonies and religious rituals especially in India where they are being used in Hinduism / Buddhism rituals such as the Kodumudi, Karkala, Jagannath and Mahamastakabhisheka. The oil can be harvested from different parts of the tree such as chips, heart wood and sawdust resulting to about 18 grades of Sandalwood oil altogether. The color of the oil varies from pale yellow to clear color.

So, what are the benefits of Sandalwood oil? From what I have gathered, the list is exhaustive: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-bacterial ( anti-acne pimples ), Astringent, Anti-phlogistic ( relieving inflammations due to fever and viral infections), Cicatrisant (soothes skin and helps fading scars and spot), Anti -pasmodic, Carminative ( relaxing the abdominal and intestines muscle), Disinfectant, Emollient ( soothes skin, relieving of inflammations and irritations ), Diuretic ( soothes urinary system inflammations ), Expectorant ( treating coughs, cold & flu ), Tonic, Memory booster, Hypotensive ( high blood pressure reduction ) and Sedative ( induces relaxation, calmness ).

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OXY Oil Control Range For Anti-Acne - Pt 2

Now, let’s tour the new OXY Oil Control Range pimple remover a little more detail. As mentioned in the my previous post, this range actually focuses exclusively on the vitals factors of cleansing, toning and moisturizing that give rise to gentle and acne / pimples free skin and this range comes in 4 different products altogether.

For a soothing face wash, you can use the OXY Oil Control Wash with its light foaming character coupled with the jojoba esters will remove dead cells and unclogs pores effectively. It comes in a tube form in 50gram

" The Jojoba oil which is extracted from the Simmondsia Chinenis plant is said to be one of the best anti-acne / pimple "

tube and 100gram tube.
Soothing wash? Yes. Jojoba oil ( also called Jojoba Ester ) is one of the safest ingredients and known to sink really fast into the skin with excellent moisturizing effect without the occurrence of an oily layer and also long lasting. The Jojoba oil which is extracted from the Simmondsia Chinenis plant is said to be one of the best anti-acne / pimple by deceiving the skin on the presence of excess of sebum and therefore making the skin to stop producing more sebum as oily skin ( sebum ) is susceptible to pimples.The 150ml bottle OXY Oil Control Toner for skin toning is equipped with the effective Capryloyl Glycerine as its main active and it is also alcohol-free and this oil control toner is essential in balancing the natural protective barrier of the skin especially for youth skins.

For skin moisturizing, opt for the Oil Control Moisturizer which contains the natural aloe vera extracts that can help to repair wounds with soothing effects. This Moisturizer comes in a 45 gram pump bottle. The Oil Control Film is for warding off excess oil making your face free from oil. Its special micro-film offers superior oil absorption whilst preserving moisture level of skin and it come in a single pack containing 50 sheets.

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Cure | Benefit | Review Of Tea Tree Oil - 4 of 4

The natural pimple remover tea tree plant like the rest of its family member is an extremely tough plant, new sprouts can generate very quickly once being cut & removed and it has effective natural protection against attack from insects, fungi, bacteria & viruses. Tea tree also share its roots with its cousin, the eucalyptus tree and in fact the tea tree oil has enjoyed global attention since the 1980s. However, for the discovery of its medicinal benefits, it goes way back to many centuries ago where the native Australia drank teas made from the leaves and applied to treat cut, wounds and various skin problems.

Apart from having strong antiseptic, anti fungus ( mycotic ) & anti bacteria properties, this tea tree oil is also known to accelerate healing, mild analgesic effect

" Anti bacteria is a substance / compound that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria. Antibiotic does the same thing but to be taken internally "

thus making the inflammation and pain more tolerable apart from reducing and removing pimples on face. As a result of this, the tea tree oil is often available for sunburn cream and lotion. A note of caution, the tea tree oil is for external use only and not to be confused with the term ‘ anti bacteria’. Anti bacteria is often used interchangeably / synonymously with the term antibiotic. Anti bacteria is a substance / compound that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria. Antibiotic does the same thing but to be taken internally. Antiseptic also does the same thing of killing bacteria and micro-organisms but on non living things. An example for antiseptic is the floor detergent. No doubt, the tea tree oil stands out among other natural herbs remedies and has proven as the wonder1st aid kit in a bottle.

You can read more on on the Immortelle flowers and Gingko Biloba as they are also tough plants and been used for famous cosmetic product:

• Gingko Biloba - Garden Of Eden ( GOE )
• Emmortelle Flowers - L’Occitane

Did You Know? The antiseptic properties of the tea tree oil is found to be to be about 12 times more than the widely used carbolic acid, another name for phenol.

Acne Scar Types | Removal | Treatment - Pt 1

Essentially, the removal of acne pimple scar on face can be performed by 2 ways, the cheaper economical atopic treatment or the far more expensive physical / surgical treatment.

1) Surgical And Physical Treatment - They are the well known methods which need no further introduction such as the superficial chemical peeling, dermabrasion, non ablative laser techniques, dermal grafting, laser resurfacing, RF method, subscision, elliptical excision, punch elevation, debulking and all the jazz. 2) Atopic Treatment - Atopic treatment is

"Dermabrasion is by physically eradicating the epidermis and papillary dermis that will create a newly open wound"

about applying the anti-scarring cream, gel, lotion or ointment directly to the skin surface and then wait for the outcome. There is actually no evidence to correlate directly the results of topical agents, such as the antibiotics and the popular benzoyl peroxide (BP) on the acne pimple scarring. Generally, as long as the inflammation and are significantly reduced by topical application from such antimicrobial, it is assumed that the potential for acne pimple scarring on face would then be diminished.The popular dermabrasion is not a new method as most people would think, in fact it was already been implemented by the ancient Egyptians since circa 1500 B.C. Dermabrasion is one of the most successful method for removing acne pimple scar and can easily sit at top 5 among all the current techniques. Dermabrasion is by physically eradicating the epidermis and papillary dermis that will create a newly open wound for it to restore by secondary objective. This open fresh wound is formed by the spinning diamond / wire brush wheel that come with rough edges / tips for the brushing and abrasion action to take place as to remove the outermost skin layer.

Dermabrasion is also popular for the treatment of wrinkles / fine lines, hyperpigmentation, keratoses ( keratosis ) and skin hyperpigmentation. A new smoother skin should develop after approximately 4-5 weeks after the dermabrasion and the effectiveness depends very much on the dermatologist’s experience and skills.

Info - The spinning-wheel used for the dermabrasion procedure is rotating at a very high speed easily approaching to 30K rpm, which is way way above your car maximum limit for torque meter ( RPM meter )

Prevent | Avoid Breakouts ( 4/4 )

This is the final part ( 4/4 ) of the story on Prevent | Avoid Breakouts.....

• Go For Exercising
Exercising regularly is good for both mind and body as they are somehow connected, and that is including your skin – which is the body's largest organ. By exercising, even by light strolling in the park can reduce anxiety and boosts blood circulation in the body. When you are doing exercise, try not to wear heavy wearing clothing or using exercise gadgets that rubs on your skin and cause irritation. There are known cases where some clothing materials can trigger allergic condition during sweating. If that is the case, change the clothing material. Avoid wearing caps or hats that cause you to sweat profusely, as they can cause irritation and bacteria infection. Clean your body right after exercising.

• Don’t Stress Yourself Too Much
It is widely accepted that our emotional state is related to all aspects of health, including our skin function. Much more if you are the strong advocate to Tao, Zen-Buddhism or Yoga. Modern studies link stress with the severity of pimples breakouts. Manage your stress well and you will succeed in prevent / avoid the pimples breakouts although it may take a bit of time.

Finally,.... everybody knows the asset of own face as when being better, the more advantageous it gets. Above anything else, it is the first impression whenever they see you. In general, our confidence relates to the physical appearance of that person. When one thinks she or he looks acceptable enough, the confidence really exudes. Preventing pimples breakouts does in fact play some significant role here, as if you manage it well, you will save a lot of hassle for the later part. Nobody wants to be handicapped with pimples all over his / her face.

Did You Know ? Today, there are many kinds of pimples and 6 most common kinds have been identified: 1) Whiteheads 2) Blackheads 3) Papules 4) Pustules 5) Nodules 6) Cysts

OXY Oil Control Range For Anti-Acne - Pt 1

The well known OXY has been a pioneer in acne / pimple skincare and it recently expanded its product range by introducing the new Oil Control Range for removing pimple that come with excellent hydration properties.

OXY has been a leader in acne care for over 30 years and is one of the favorite choice for teens. It is part of the Mentholatum Company of Canada Ltd with the HQ presently located at Ontario,

"This new Oil Control Range actually highlights specifically on the cleansing, toning and moisturizing as the key for having gentle and acne / pimples free skin"

Canada. It is also one of the most effective acne treatment brand that you can purchase without needing prescription and doesn’t cause harshness on skin and the range of OXY products is also one of the few in the world that offers comprehensive range such as gels, lotions, cleansers and pads. This new Oil Control Range announces 8 plant extracts that are available in its ingredients for removing pimples on face and controlling the oil secretion on face effectively: 1) Horse Chestnut 2) Sage 3) Stinging Nettle 4) Chamomile 5) Rosemary 6) Horsetail 7) Melissa and 8) Coltsfoot. For the hydration effects apart from controlling the oil secretion effect, it also has the Dermaflux, a natural element which improves skin hydration in 3 methods – the recovery of skin cells, hydration and immediate relieving of moisture.

This new Oil Control Range actually highlights specifically on the cleansing, toning and moisturizing as the key for having gentle and acne / pimples free skin and assists the youth to have a matte complexion at all time. This range comes in 4 complete different products in total for this range.

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L’Oreal Perfect Clean Purifying Foaming Gel

Catering for the needs for the acne / pimples segment, L’Oreal Paris has embarked with a new invention, called the L’Oreal Perfect Clean Purifying Foaming Gel. The essence comes together with a high efficiency facial brush - Scrublet brush. Located at the top of the bottle, this Scrublet brush construction has approximately 500 flexible and soft tips silicone brush pad with the sole purpose of eliminating skin impurities such as dirt, oil and left over make-up which can reside bacteria and causing pimples.

Just a little short of mark from being a true pimple remover by nature, this Purifying Foaming Gel provides secondary treatment which can greatly enhance

" When washing, the foam will appear, living up to its promise and the scrublet is soft and gentle "

the removal of pimples on face. The actual L’Oreal Perfect Clean series has 4 different kind of cleansers, matching the usage with individual colors and for the Purifying Foaming Gel for acne prone skin, it comes in white bottle. Vice-versa, if you have combination skin then you opt for the blue bottle. At a glance, without the Scrublet brush, it looks pretty much like standard gel cleanser. When washing, the foam will appear, living up to its promise and the scrublet is soft and gentle. Another good thing is that you can access to almost any part of your face including highly curvy area with this Scrublet brush.

The Perfect Clean Purifying Foaming Gel Oil free is equipped with salicylic acid and the formulation is specifically targeted for blemish prone skin and by no means perfect, it can serve as a supportive treatment to other pimple removers. Here are the 4 customized L’Oreal Perfect Clean cleansers suited to different skin types:

• Exfoliating Foaming Gentle Scrub ( Orange casing )
• Purifying Foaming Gel - acne-prone skin ( White casing )
• Refreshing Foaming Gel Wash - normal to combination skin ( Blue casing )
• Soothing Foaming Cream Wash - dry and sensitive skin ( Pink casing )

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Is Squeezing / Popping Pimple Good? - 3 of 3

Before performing the popping / squeezing job and you have problem identifying and also confused with the types of pimples, whether they are Papules, Pustules, Nodules or Cysts, just follow this simple rule of thumb. Do not try to pop / squeeze pimple beneath the surface of your skin. Pop pimple only that appear to have ‘heads’. The lifespan of a pimple lasts anywhere between 1-4 weeks.

If the swelling / inflammation is too unbearable, and you have also decided not to pop or squeeze the pimple, you can also use ice pack and administer to the pimple and hold for a couple of minutes in an interval of about every ½ hours and later you will observe the reduction of the swelling and inflammation and the pain feeling will also go away. Women pimple sufferers should try to avoid excess stress if prone to pimple breaking out. Patients taking birth control pills that inhibit pimples such as the popular Ovral and Norinyl, should try to switch to a different pill or use an alternative birth control method or seek medical practitioner for further assistance

So, popping / Squeezing Face Pimple Good ? Yes, if it is being done correctly. The most ideal way to pop / squeeze face pimple is to seek the dermatologist. He/she can remove out the contents from your pimples and inject with mild cortisone as to help the pimples subside more quickly. The second in line will be the beautician, A beautician can also do this same job provide she is experience enough. I have personally tried this at the beautician parlor even with the whitehead and the results were good.

Info Besides the states of mind and general health problem that can affect skin condition, what the dermatologists often understudy is how hormones and nutrition can affect and reduce the pimples problem.

Cure | Benefit | Review Of Tea Tree Oil - 3 of 4

On the benefits of the tea tree oil, this wonder healer has the following advantages over antibiotics which are normally taken to remove pimples on face. Antibiotics are generally chemically manufactured and are extremely reactive but for the tea tree oil, it isn’t:

• The sad thing is, gradually over time, bacteria can develop resistance against antibiotics and immune system because the antibiotics contain only a few substances. The bacteria

" Gradually over time, bacteria can develop resistance against antibiotics and immune system "

that didn’t die after being attacked by antibiotics, this time will become more potent and harder to kill due to mutation and multiplication. But for the tea tree oil, it is another story, being organic in nature has many complex substances ( 48 known substances ) that can inhibit bacteria and many of the substances can support our own body immune system.

• Aggressive use of the antibiotics can disturb our immune system causing it to weaken and this leads to vicious cycle of increase dosage which eventually accompany by dependency of the pain relievers. When using the tea tree oil or other organic herbs, the effectiveness remains constant and seldom increase.

• Antibiotic side effects that can lead to incompatibility and allergic reactions such as drowsiness such as ( “ Before use, please read the information contained in this bottle carefully......... “). If the correct dosage of tea tree oil is applied correctly, there will be no irritations or side effects.

To summarize this, it is the complex chemical construction of it that makes it a hard time for the tiny bacteria to develop immunity to its therapeutic elements where most standard antiseptics and antibiotics often failed to accomplish and at this point, tea tree oil provides a clear advantage in removing pimples on face.

Did You Know? Pore is a small duct in the skin, sometimes called follicle. At the structure, it will look like a rabbit’s hole in the skin. There are 2 type of pores, the small openings for hair follicles and sweat glands and the other small opening for sebaceous ( oil ) follicles sometimes with hair. It is the blockage to the sebaceous follicles that causes pimples

The New Oxy Solution - Oxy Face Powder

The brand OXY is most frequently associated with teenagers. There is a general belief that pimples give us stress when we are at teens, but when we have grown to adult, it is the stress that gives us pimples.

The oil originated from the hormonal changes which triggers excess sebum causing oily skin is often a problem affecting young adults and hence

" If you are worry about clogging of your pores, rest assured as this Oxy Face Powder is oil free and it can be re-applied again "

it is vital to use the correct face powder. Recently, Oxy introduces its latest product - The Oxy Face Powder, a mineral oil free and formulated specifically for the oily and pimples /acne prone skin. This Oxy Face Powder contains both the oil-control and the anti-pimples properties that help to remove pimples on face as well as suppressing the production of sebum. Any excess sebum will be absorbed through its oil control mechanism for a shine-free complexion that lasts for some periods. If you are worry about clogging of your pores, rest assured as this Oxy Face Powder is oil free and it can be re-applied again as to minimize the shininess when the face oiliness starts to re-appear. Its special formula in the Oxy Face Powder consists of the below main actives :

• Zinc Oxide
Offers the much sought after broad spectrum UV rays protection. This Zinc Oxide can bounce and disperse boththe harmful UVA & UVB rays.
• Triclosan
An anti-bacterial element targeted for preventing pimples and blemishes on face.
• Squalene
A natural compound that assists in keeping the skin soft and healthy due to its self moisturizing effect and its antioxidant properties in helping to preserve the skin from the harsh environmental onslaught.

Other extra functions offered by the Oxy Face Powder include face toning for the appearance of even skin tone. The Oxy Face Powder comes in elegant colors of Sweetie Honey and Natural Beige and each piece of the Oxy Face Powder weighs 12gram for the powder alone .

Image Right - Oxy Face Powder

Is Popping / Squeezing Pimple Good? - 2 of 3

Regarding the issue of popping / squeezing for removing face pimple, however, there are a some exceptions to the rule, pimple with a little yellow PUS head in the middle can be gently squeezed, which will ‘POP’ the pimple out like the Christmas candy popper and allow it to heal more quickly.

Whitehead, on the other hand should never be squeezed. If a whitehead is squeezed, the wall of the plugged pore can break and the juice can leak out into the skin, causing a pimple. ( A pimple forms from the rupture of the whitehead pore. ) Blackheads may be squeezed, since they will not result in a pimple. For those who people who prefer DIY and to avoid the dermatologist’s fees, here are some guides. When you are about to squeeze the pimple, follow these instructions:

• Wash your hand and face thoroughly as to prevent slippage and use sterilized needle / pin to puncture the pimples with patience. Sterilize by using alcohol or with flame from cigarette lighter / candle. If you are doing it too quickly and in haste, you might get inflammation and causing new pimples due to spreading of bacteria.

• Apply the pressure from underneath as to force the puss out from the punctured hole and the puss should be remove and drain out completely. When pressing, try not to press to many times as repeatedly pressing will cause skin damage and further swelling and further infection.

• Once after popping / squeezing pimple, one should wash the face and hands immediately.

Did You Know? Never assume that the same procedures and products suitable to teenagers are also suitable for you when you are well over 30. Products that are excellent for women may not work well for men, since their skin is different.

Is Popping / Squeezing Pimple Good? - 1 of 3

There have been never-ending debates whether popping / squeezing pimple on face is a good thing to do. Just because the fashion magazine and the health experts tell us not to squeeze pimple doesn’t mean we shouldn’t.

It is always easier to say than done as saying is the easiest way to do, just blowing of hot air out from the mouth. The fashion magazine and health expert advices are right, ideally it shouldn’t, but it also depends on practical experience and circumstances. Practically, there are times when following the textbook aren’t appropriate and you just need to improvise a little bit . Ask yourself, what would you do when out of a sudden, you are having an big fat ugly and annoying pimple sticking out from you face and you have a date tomorrow or a job interview or a video shooting? In truth, Popping or squeezing face pimple with bare fingers can inhibit healing and lead to scarring and scarring is one of the worst consequences from pimples. Regardless on how you wash your fingers, micro-organisms and bacteria still remain on your fingers and under your nails and the chance of migrating to you face skin is very high.

After popping / squeezing the pimple, the redness will often lingers for a long period, staying red and irritated. For this reason, patients ideally should never squeeze the pimple or whitehead. It is just plain simple, it is like adding salt to the wound, since regular pimple is the result of inflammation, squeezing not being executed in proper can simply worsen the inflammation and cause an infection.

Did You Know? Blackheads are simply open whiteheads. The black color is from melanin and from oxidation of the pore contents

Tea Tree Oil Benefit | Cure | Review - 2 of 4

The tea tree oil has so broad in healing spectrum that apart from reducing and removing pimples on face it can also cure cuts, scratches, burns, sunburn, insect bites, blisters, senile, lesions caused by herpes family, pubic lice, mites, anal & genital pruritus, napkin and cosmetic rashes, boils, pimples, tinea, toenail fungi, throat & mouth conditions and gynecological conditions

Apart from the exhaustible lists for benefit / cure in pharmaceutical used for human and animal,

" The benefits are also seen in industrial grade as floor detergents, HVAC system, disinfectants and fungus killer "

the benefits are also seenin industrial grade as floor detergents, HVAC system, disinfectants and fungus killer. The tea tree oil is a renewable resources, being non-corrosive, non-staining, when dissolved in water maintains a clear properties and these are the reasons why it has gained a strong foothold in department stores and drugstores throughout North America and also gaining strong momentum at other parts of the world.

Where can the tea trees be found? They can be found in Australia, Malaysia, India & Southern Australia. However, only from the swampy and humid part of northern part of NSW, Australia that produces unmatched quality of tree tea oil. Then, which country comes second best after Australia? Simple. The location that can mimic closest to the swampy and humid area of NSW, Australia as all living things in nature are bond to the environment. The soil character, the erosion factor, water PH, temperature, humidity, the surroundings and even the wind factor does play an important part.

Image Right - Tea Tree Oil Plant ( Melaleuca Alternifolia )

Tea Tree Oil Benefit | Cure | Review - 1 of 4

The tea tree oil naturally occurring pleasant color is either colorless or pale yellow. In the event of discoloration appears, strong odor or odor varies greatly from bottle to bottle, it usually signifies inferior quality during the manufacturing process. This article explains the true potential / benefit of the tea tree oil which offer way beyond the regime of reduce / remove pimples.

The pure tea tree oil, admirable for its pimple remover properties when conforming to the Australia Standard, is actually a powerful antiseptic, anti fungus ( mycotic ) and anti bacteria having the 2 critically

" Variances such as in the manufacturing processes and naturally occurring in crops season to season can affect the effectiveness and quality of the tea tree oil "

important main elements of terpinene-4-ol ( T-4-ol ) and cineole. The oil is also low in toxicity, almost non-irritant and non sensitive to skin. The terpinene-4-ol is germicidal active and believed to play a part in the healing, whereas the cineole provides its antiseptic qualities. Variances such as in the manufacturing processes and naturally occurring in crops season to season can affect the effectiveness and quality of the tea tree oil since all the 48 compounds that have been identified in the tea tree oil work synergistically. The terpinene-4-ol and cineole work pretty much in tandem, an elevated dosage of cineole can cause skin sensitivity and paralyze the terpinene-4-ol effect. Due to this, the Australian Standards Association ( ASA ) has developed a certain criteria to ensure the consistency of the quality in processing of tea tree oil. They have specified that it is mandatory for the quality tea tree oil to have:

• All the 48 known compounds must remain unaltered
• Terpinene-4-ol content must have minimum 30% of the entire solution
• Cineole content to be less than 15%

For an example, the pure tea tree oil from Thursday Plantation, Australia contains no less than 36% terpinene-4-ol and usually, most of the tea tree oils available in the market have between 35% to 45% of terpinene-4-ol and for cineole 5% to 10%.

Did You Know? Current research has scientifically proven that 2% of tea tree oil is sufficient to remove the growth of many types of micro-organisms