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The basics of a skin care product
A basic
cream is an emulsion. It will moisturise the skin, but wrinkles will
not go, the firmness and tightness of the facial skin will not change and
the complexion will not improve.
Many emulsions are made with petroleum
or a synthetic base and will block the skin's pores. Most people know this and
yet, so many skin care products are still made this way. The key
reason is price. They are cheap and will create a protective barrier over the
skin, but not the type of barrier skin needs. Unfortunately their synthetic
molecules are not readily accepted by the body, can clog pores, cause irritation
and even contaminate our vital organs. There is a lot of controversy
about these ingredients being linked to various cancers.
Botanical based
emulsions will allow the skin to breathe. After all, they come from living,
breathing plants and not from deep in the ground. However, not all botanical
based emulsions are equal. Certain key botanical ingredients stand out among
others as true stars and have been proven to offer superior protection and
hydration when added to skin care products.
For any emulsion to offer anti-aging results it must contain
key active ingredients. Research has proven how certain active botanical
ingredients can produce tangible results in our quest for great skin. Some skin care products are now
able to target specific areas and correct the signs of aging.
For the
consumer who understands these basic principles, confusion can come when they
attempt to read a label for active ingredients. Unfortunately, putting one
single drop of an agent into a huge vat of synthetic emulsion still allows it to
be listed as an active ingredient. Active ingredients in skin care products are expensive and clearly
some products are offering more than others. Some active
ingredients give better results. However, paying a lot or buying a product
because it is listed as "organic" isn't a guarantee. Sometimes a skin care product is
just a lot of marketing hype. And, when the price of a product seems too
low, it would be wise to remember the expression "You get what
you pay for."
Linda uses her extensive experience in the beauty and cosmetic surgery industry to select the finest and most effective products for you and with her many contacts is able to secure them at very reasonable prices, savings that she passes onto you.
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