Gentle skin care

Innovations in skin care treatments have led to a very results-oriented approach to skin care, and a tendency for people to become symptom-oriented. They tend to obsess with having products that are stronger ... better ... more concentrated ... and forget about gentle care and more conservative approaches that can accomplish the same task, without possible side effects, irritation or discomfort. Don’t try to fix problems overnight. Quick fixes often lead to overexposure or too much or too strong a treatment. Also avoid mixing therapies. If using over-the-counter products, be sure to tell the skin care profes­sional before trying alpha hydroxy acids or deep exfoliating treatments. Reactivity from overuse can have adverse effects on your skin. Discuss all the options with your esthetician, and let the professional select treatments for your concerns that will be most efficient and safe for your skin.

 

Be Prepared

Menopause is a gradual process. Although most women notice their bodies are changing by the mid-30s, the average age for natural menopause is 51. Making some lifestyle changes can help women increase longevity and avoid the health risks associated with menopause. The American Heart Association recommends limiting total fat intake to no more than 30% of calories, choles­terol to no more than 300 mg daily, and salt to no more than 3,000 mg daily. The association also recommends eating lean meats, low-fat dairy products and at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily. In addition to a heart-healthy diet, exercise that includes cardiovas­cular and weight-bearing workouts is good for the heart and bones. Exercises such as weight training, running, walking or jogging helps increase bone density and are important

 

What is jojoba?

Jojoba oil is extracted from the seed of the Simmondsia chinenis shrub, a native of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States. The oil is similar to sebum, the oil secreted by the sebaceous glands and has been used for centuries for nutritional, medicinal and cosmetic applications.