Monthly Archives: March 2012

Repair Sun Damaged Skin with the Theraderm Enriched Skin Renewal System

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Theraderm Enriched Skin Renewal System is the unique, comprehensive skincare system that has been carefully and thoughtfully designed to look after all aspects of skincare. In particular, to help your skin to recover from the damage that too much exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun can cause, as well as being a significant ally in the battle against the premature aging of your skin.

Theraderm Enriched Skin Renewal System

Your skin has to put up with an awful amount of abuse as you go through life. The vagaries and extremes of the weather, the pollutants that we are constantly pumping into our atmosphere, and the ravages of time as we age, all work towards damaging and aging our skin from the word “go”. In fact in many ways, it’s surprising that our skin is in as good a condition as it is. But the fact of the matter is that it could be so much better, especially with such a great product as the Theraderm Enriched Skin Renewal System around.

The first of Theraderm’s 4 part action treatment is to cleanse your skin, to help get rid of all the toxins and impurities that is has absorbed from the atmosphere around you. A good cleanse is so important in making sure that no residue is left behind in your pores. It’s the main foundation of any effective skincare regime.

The next important part of the process is exfoliation. This is the name given to the act of removing the build-up of dead skin tissue that gathers on the surface of your epidermis. The Theraderm system includes a specially formulated exfoliating agent made from an extract of fruit acid. All you do is to put 10 drops of the solution onto your cloth, and apply to the skin on your neck and face. Not only will your skin feel so much fresher, but it also makes your skin more receptive to the next part of the process, by allowing deeper penetration of the OPC Reparative Gel that is going to be applied next, to take place.

This Reparative Gel has to be worked into your skin with your fingertips. It is applied sparingly to your face and eyelids (although avoiding direct contact with your eyes), and any other part of your body that have been exposed to sunlight. It should not be rinsed off.

Finally there is the hydration process, enacted by the unique specially formulated, enriched facial moisturiser which again is applied with the fingertips, this time to the face only, and in soft upward reaching strokes.

The unique thing about the Theraderm Enriched Skin Renewal system, is that way that all 4 components act together in concert, each preparing the way for the next to be at its most effective. It is probably the most superior sun damaged skin remedial treatment and anti aging product on the market today, and for convenience it can be ordered online and delivered direct to your home with the mere click of mouse.

Retinol A Skincare Products Champion against the Signs of Premature Aging

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Retinol, also known as vitamin A, is one of the essential vitamins necessary to maintain healthy body function. It is known to impact on eyesight and enhance bone growth. Carrots are rich in a substance known as Carotene; it’s partly what gives the carrot its orangey appearance, and when digested, your body turns the Carotene into vitamin A.  So, when you were a child and your mum used to tell you that if you ate your carrots it would help you to see in the dark, this assertion was actually based on fact, whether your mum was aware of it or not. Many of these so called “old wives’ tales” often turn out to have more than just a grain of truth in them, something that may have been handed down through the mists of time and ancient herbal medicine, before the days of modern medical science.

SkinCeuticals, one of the world’s leading cosmeceutical skincare brands, have a product called Retinol 0.5. It is extremely effective in helping to promote new skin cell growth, and in increasing collagen production, a key ingredient in the fight against the signs of premature aging, as it helps to minimise and eliminate fine wrinkles.

One of the reasons that SkinCeuticals products are so effective in combating the signs of premature aging is that they include high concentrations of important active ingredients, such as Retinol. In fact the “0.5” in the description of Retinol 0.5, refers to the fact that it has 0.5% by volume within the formulation. Many other skincare products produced by rival companies include little more than a trace of their so called active ingredients, thereby rendering them somewhat inactive.

Because it can induce skin photo sensitivity to sunlight, Retinol 0.5 should be applied only at night, and a sun blocker should be worn during the day. SkinCeuticals’ number one concern is the well-being of their customers, and they go to great lengths to ensure that all of their products are safe to use. Retinal 0.5 is one of their skin care products that can be used on sensitive skin, although they do recommend applying it only every other night during the first week. This is to allow your skin time to adjust to the product’s effective anti-aging action, before you start using it nightly.

The SkinCeuticals product range is extensively available to order online. You may want to take the opportunity to check out all the claims made about Retinol. If you do, you will plainly see for yourself what an important skincare product this is in the war against premature aging.

Theraderm Provides the Answer to Hyper-pigmentation and Sunspots

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We all love lying in the sun, letting the warm sun beat down on us. It’s relaxing and even better, at the end of it we are left with a golden glow which makes us look healthier. However, the reality is that our skin is damaged despite how much more flattering a tan looks and you could end up with unattractive hyper-pigmentation and sunspots.

So the question is how do you get rid of these after effects of a session in the sun? Well it’s a lot more complicated to eradicate marks of sun damage than it is to get them; just a short amount of time in the sun without protection is all it takes to cause damage but there is a lot more effort involved to diminish that. However, thankfully there are scientists who have researched and developed some of the best products on the market for treating these skin problems.

Effective ingredients + a beauty routine

Theraderm is one of the brands with such products in its portfolio – Theraderm Enlighten works as a water-based solution which lightens hyper-pigmentation and sunspots making a dramatic improvement in 8-12 weeks. Or alternatively, you can increase the rate of improvement to just 3-4 weeks by using a combination of Theraderm Enlighten with Theraderm Nu-Peel Natural Peeling Gel twice daily.

How it works…

Enlighten is a light serum which reduces the discolouration caused by sun damage and aging using a mixture of ingredients including the natural yet effective ingredient, kojic acid which is a mushroom extract that helps lighten hyper-pigmentation and dark spots naturally.

Things to consider

Theraderm EnlightenThe ingredients in this serum are extremely effective and active and therefore should not be used during pregnancy. A minimum of SPF15 should also always be used with Enlighten. Theraderm Enlighten relieves hyper-pigmentation without using prescription-strength hydroquinone or irritating the skin, and is therefore a Godsend to those who have suffered with skin problems whilst looking for a light and natural treatment.

Prevention is just as good as cure

At Effortless Skin, we do our best to provide lots of information about sun damage and skin care online using our blog and proposing some of the most reliable products in the market which have been developed by experts in the cosmeceutical industry. The best products are those which not only improve skin problems but also protect skin in the future. Theraderm Enlighten not only treats, but suppresses melanin production reducing the risk of further skin hyper-pigmentation and age spots.

Rosacea Relief with gloRedness

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Rosacea is a harmless skin condition of the face that results in redness across the centre of the face but can eventually move down onto the neck and chest. In some cases the cheeks and nose can appear permanently reddened, and it can also lead to the skin feeling like it is burning or stinging. There are triggers such as overexposure to the sun, alcohol, hot drinks especially containing caffeine, spicy foods, stress and overheating, avoidance of these can prevent these episodes.

It is most common for people who suffer with rosacea to experience mild redness which can be concealed with makeup. Whilst many regular foundations, concealers and powders can be effective in covering the symptoms of rosacea, there are professional cosmetics products available which are tailored specifically to also soothe and treat the condition.

Relief from rosacea can be found in many natural ingredients. Liquorice is well known for its ability to reduce redness in the complexion of rosacea sufferers; this healing herb reduces inflammation whilst soothing irritated skin. Liquorice root extract can be applied topically for relief and is found in many cosmetics and treatments including the gloRedness Relief Powder from gloMinerals.

gloMineral gloRedness Relief Powder

This unique blend of honeysuckle, zinc oxide, liquorice and caffeine will help to calm the skin and reduce inflammation whilst providing effective cover against redness. The light and airy product can be used alone or above foundation to finish. Suitable for sensitive skin, many rosacea sufferers find that a little of this product goes a long way.

gloRedness Relief Powder is also ideal for those who are suffering from overexposure to the wind and sun, acne-prone skin and those that have had extreme chemical and microdermal treatments. Users will benefit from the calming and healing properties of the ingredients, including green tea and vitamins A, C and E. It’s advised to wear gloMinerals’ gloRedness Relief Powder daily for best results.

Treating Spider Veins with Red Alert Body

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Skin is a funny thing. We like it to look tanned, so we burn it in the sun and then complain when we get heatstroke. We put makeup on our faces and it sometimes makes our eyes water and our pores clogged. We wear synthetic materials and wonder why we sweat. And we scratch, dent and bruise it when we aren’t careful. Some people are careful, though, and they use the right cleansers, moisturisers and makeup for our skin. They cover up in the sun and apply sunscreen, and they eat right and drink the recommended daily amount of water. And yet, some of these people still have problem skin. It’s unpredictable at the best of times, even when we take great lengths to look after it.

Then there are the people that suffer from skin conditions and wish they could wear makeup, bake in the sun or wear something other than cotton. They have rashes that itch, sting and flare up, and the victims go to great lengths to cover up or wait until the redness dissipates.

The appearance of spider or thread veins can be quite upseting for sufferers. They can be uncomfortable, sting, ache, throb, itch and burn. Some are small and web-like, others are large, ropey and really need to be seen by a doctor. They can be hereditary, or can be caused by standing up for long periods of time. In extreme cases, surgery may be advised but for spider veins there are less invasive methods than can be employed.

Medik8 Red Alert Body

If you have spider or thread veins and are looking to treat and soothe them at home, then Medik8’s Red Alert Body might be the answer you’ve been looking for. Ideal for spider veins and skin redness, it contains vitamin K which is vital in blood clotting. Red Alert Body can be used under makeup, with sunscreen, and with other Medik8 products.

In addition to being the ideal solution to treating thread veins, Red Alert is also perfect for bruises. Many people bruise easily – the slightest bump and they break out into an ugly blotch that changes colour as it ages, before gradually fading. It can take days or weeks for a good bruise to disappear completely, and the spot can be sore for a lot longer. Aside from the discomfort, they can be unattractive.

Red Alert from Medik8 is the strongest topical treatment to cosmetically manage skin redness. Effective spider vein and bruising treatment that is as simple as an application of Red Body Alert? Put the alert out!

Lighten Age Spots with NeoStrata.

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Even with the amazing variety of colour that exists in the natural world, not all of it looks natural on all things. Elephants just aren’t meant to be red, and roses look dull if they’re dirty grey. Likewise, the human skin is supposed to be certain colours and, usually, anything else could be considered an issue with the pigmentation that might not be wanted. Some pigmentation problems might only affect a small patch of skin, while others might be body-wide. Some might be dangerous and others aren’t, even though they might be visually unusual.

Neostrata can help.The pigment that gives your body its colour is called melanin, and it’s made in the skin’s cells. It’s affected by many things, such as the sun, smoking and some diseases. When a woman is pregnant, she can sometimes get a dark line from her bellybutton down to her pubic region – this is the linea nigra (literally, line dark) – as well as other darkened patches on her skin, from excess melanin production.

Age spots, or liver spots, are patches of melanin from exposure to the sun over time. Our skin makes melanin to protect it from the sun’s UV rays. The more sun we get, the more age spots we can develop. They’re not cancerous, but they won’t go away, so it’s best to avoid getting them in the first place. Age spots are a form of hyper-pigmentation, as is a linea nigra, which basically means ‘too much pigment’.

Freckles usually occur after repeated exposure to the sun and in themselves aren’t dangerous. In some cases they can be hereditary and will occur in the absence of sunlight. They can become darker in summer and lighter in winter, and those with fairer skin are usually more prone.

NeoStrata Pigment Lightening GelIn the past people have tried to bleach age spots and freckles, but this can result simply in a bleached patch of skin and actually make it look worse. Lasers have been successful, but they tend to be a little pricey and this puts them out of the range of most people, especially when you might need several treatments.

There are, though, less expensive treatments, such as NeoStrata’s Pigment Lightening Gel. Best used with sunscreen if you can’t stay out of the sun while treating your skin, you can also wear makeup and your normal moisturiser over Pigment Lightening Gel. And the best thing is that you only need a tiny amount each time, so a tube will last forever!

You can find the NeoStrata range in our online store including the Pigment Lightening Gel. There is a current saving of 17% off the RRP for this item.

Avoiding Sun Damage with the Agera Line

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The dangers of the sun have been broadcast extensively by the media in recent years. As we are all aware, a significant increase in skin cancer has been recorded with a further jump in melanoma cases expected in 2012, as reported by the US Skin Cancer Foundation.

Cancer itself should be enough to scare people away from worshipping the sun in search of an unnatural golden glow all-year-round. It is also wise to be careful in the sun as overexposure can have a detrimental effect on your appearance. UV exposure accelerates premature aging; all those years of tanning without adequate protection can cause the skin to appear thin with fine wrinkles.

Agera Daily Moisturising Protector SPF25Whilst there are numerous dangers with over exposure to UV light, sunlight is actually important to our wellbeing, providing a daily dose of vitamin D and raising our spirits. It’s well known that many of us experience seasonal affective disorder – more commonly known as SAD in the winter months. It is possible to enjoy the sun although it must be done sensibly.

You should ensure that when you are out and about in the sun that you seek protection through sensible clothing, including light fabrics and hats. Sun damage can be avoided dramatically simply by minimising the time spent in direct sunlight, especially between the hours of 10am and 2pm.

But what if you were a childhood sun worshipper, and now you’re suffering the ill effects? Maybe you’ve had a scare at the doctor’s. Whatever the case, you need to repair damage caused by the sun, and fast.

Agera Ultra Mild CleanserAgera’s line of products can be ordered in a special pack designed to minimise the effects of too much sun.  The products work together to provide a specially tailored skin care regime for complexions that are in need of sun protection and soothing treatments.  Starting off with Agera’s Ultra Mild Cleanser, the gentle formulation has a light foaming action to leave the skin feeling refreshed. Safe enough to use every day, this is an ideal cleanser for all skin types.

The set also includes Mag C Peptide Serum which contains extracts that can suppress unwanted pigmentation and bring back your more youthful skin. The Ultimate Retinol Rejuvenator fights aging by minimising fine lines and wrinkles whilst smoothing the skin. The Daily Moisturising Protector SPF25 will protect your skin while you go about your day.