Archive for » March 23rd, 2010«
It was believed that acne is the result of out-of-control oil glands combined with a failure to keep the face clean. Acne medications were harsh and often relied on eradicating the oil in the skin by use of alcohol, hardly a solution to the problem. Now, we understand that acne is a result of hormonal fluctuations that act on bacteria in the skin. We also know that it’s possible to have acne and dry, irritated skin too. The best acne medicines are formulated to soothe the skin while providing acne-fighting medicine.
Lucky we are, there are new natural home remedy approaches to control acne. One of the new herbal antibiotics is tea tree oil. An extract from the Australian tea tree, it combines antifungal and antibiotic properties with a soothing and warming feel. The smell is something like eucalyptus (very strong). Tea tree oil can be applied directly to pimples, zits, insect bites, stings, burns, itches and other minor skin irritations. It is also effective in controlling dandruff and can be used to fight athlete’s foot. Tea tree oil is sort of a medicine cabinet in itself.
Other more mainstream, but innovative, acne products exist on the market for teens and adult, such as laser acne treatment and ProActive solution skin care line.
It’s time to pay some bills. I hate whenever I’m doing this alone because I can’t extend roaming around the mall. Sigh! But, before going out, I have to make a list of the things that I need to buy and the bills that I need to pay.
Now I remember to include an eye cream and facial wash to my list. I’m running out of those products. I guess I only have to application and its finish. So, even if it’s not time to visit the beauty store, I have no choice. I really have to get those products today or else I have nothing to use in a few days time.
Anyway, I have to go now. Hopefully, I can get a cab easily because waiting for so long outside isn’t really a good thing.
It is true that I am losing some weight these past few weeks. I really intend to go on diet even if there are lots of foods in the fridge. But, it is not easy because it is really tempting to cheat especially when I see cakes, ice cream, cola, and so much more. Whenever that happens, I just grab a bottle of water and drink it until I feel full. Now I am enjoying the benefits of my discipline.
Anyway, I am not also disregarding the fact that there are best weight loss programs available in the market these days. The only way to find them is to do research and read reviews about it. Using such products is considered the shortcut method to losing weight. That’s why I still consider using these if it is necessary. But, for now I am contented to my diet method.
