Shea Butter
Shea Butter – Ghariti
In the western savannah grassland region of Africa, there is a tree called the Shea Nut Tree. These trees grow slowly, taking almost 30 years to mature. The fruit of this exotic holds beauty secrets that have been known by Africans for thousands of years. It is called ghariti in Senegal [...]
Beta Hydroxy Acids – Chemical Analysis
It appears the cosmetic industry thinks we are all scientists. When you pick up a jar of lotion or cream, it boasts that it has peptides or ceramides or beta hydroxy acid. It is difficult to accept that anything that can be called an acid will be good for your [...]
Ceramides – The Ties That Bind
Skin is made up of three layers. They are the epidermis, the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue. The epidermis is the topmost layer and is the barrier to prevent environmental invasions of toxins and bacteria. The top skin layer, also called the stratum corneum, is made up of layers of [...]
Amino Acids – Healthy Construction
Amino acids are called the building blocks of the body, because they are used by all the critical bodily functions. They are produced during the digestive process when protein is broken down. It is interesting that something is broken down so that what is left can be used to construct good [...]
The truth about alpha hydroxy acids
Numerous anti aging remedies are coming out with AHAs or alpha hydroxy acids as their main ingredient. Touted to help reduce the effects of aging, they are flowing the market and causing quite a stir. But what are they? And how do they work?
How can I find them?
AHAs are any [...]
Aloe Vera – Tropical Breezes
Most of us would jump at the chance to take a tropical vacation. It is not too difficult picturing the glittering waters and warm air that holds tropical breezes. In the tropics, nourishing healing plants that have been on earth since the beginning of time can be found. One of these [...]
Retinol – Gift from the Nature!
Retinol is one of nature’s vitamins. Found in dairy products, colorful fruits, and dark leafy vegetables, retinal is Vitamin A. Like most topics about the body, a healthy diet always leads the list. There is no real substitute for good health and good health practices. But health is more than [...]
Hyaluronic Acid
The Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid, which is also called Hyaluronan, is an element of our connective tissue. It can be found in every tissue of the body. The main function of hyaluronic acid is to provide cushioning and lubrication for our bones and joints. It is also used to help with premature aging [...]
Glycerin
Glycerin – Plain Jane
The cosmetics industry likes to talk about exciting new products that have ingredients with long chemical names. Though some of them may work to rejuvenate skin, often the point is simply to impress you. If you are impressed with what you read, it is hoped you will buy the product. But sometimes [...]
Peptides
Peptides – Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock ….
You can almost hear the clock ticking when you look in the mirror at your face. Tick ….tock….tick…..tock…. It’s enough to make a person panic! Once firm skin shows definite signs of sagging. The under eye area is puffy. Sun exposure has damaged the skin making it look almost [...]