Cleansing your skin is one of the most important and predominantly overlooked parts of your skincare routine. You spend untold amounts on moisturisers and serums, but then you penny-pinch when it comes to removing your make-up, cleaning and preparing your skin for all the good stuff you have spent the rest of your dosh on. Men are even worse – they don't have the slightest problem washing their faces and their, erm, nether parts with the same bar of soap! So why is it so important and what is the best way to get the job done?

Wipes – Very popular at the moment - particularly among the chronically lazy! Cleanser, toner, and eye make-up remover in one, wipes come in a pack of about 30 and you simply pull one out and wipe it over your face to remove the slap. Wipes are actually, all joking aside, quite handy for active people, gym enthusiasts, and those who wear minimal make-up.

Balms – Solid oil cleansers that need fairly warm water and some sort of cloth to remove them. These are great for congested and oily skins, but because the oils don't strip, they are good for dry skins too. The most famous of these are the Eve Lom and Amanda Lacey cleansers, though many companies are jumping into the fray: Liz Earle, Boots Time Delay, Lotions+Potions, Bobbi Brown, etc...

Creams – Traditional cleansers usually fall into this group and are most popular with those who have dry complexions, sensitive skins and with those who don't really like the feel of water on their face. They are like a cream-weight moisturiser, which is usually spread on to dry skin and then removed with tissues, cotton wool and sometimes rinsed.

Bar – Like a bar of soap without being a bar of soap. Great for anyone who has always used whatever is on the side of the tub. Some bars still contain soap and others are more like a solid cleansing cream in bar form. There is not a better or worse, again, it will simply be what works the best for you.

Lotions – More of a liquid weight than a cream. Most skins can use a lotion cleanser and they tend not to leave as much residue as a cream. Application of a lotion is much the same as a cream cleanser, too.

Gel – A clear cleanser normally packaged in a tube. You wet the skin first, add a bit of water to the product in your palm, foam it up and wash your face. There are a few gels that get applied neat to the skin, get worked around to dissolve make-up, and then get rinsed with no lathering involved.

Foam – Sort of like a gel, but the product is usually more creamy looking on taking it out of the tube or bottle. Foams are nearly always water-activated, applied to damp skin and rinsed.

Liquid foam – This is a fairly new cleansing format, usually best suited to slightly oilier skins. The product looks like water in the bottle. A pump is depressed and the liquid turns into a mousse as it comes from the spout. It's then used like foam on damp skin and rinsed off. Liquid foams are quite trendy at the moment because they are a bit different.

Cleansing water - This also looks like water, but there is no foaming involved. It most resembles an eye make-up remover and you use it on cotton wool to replace cleansing and toning. What you have in the bottle is very near to what is on the little cloths of the cleansing wipes. Very popular again with younger people, gym-o-philes and those who don't wear much make-up.

While you're out and about looking at cleansers, you'll find that some companies advocate what is called a 'double cleanse'. This may involve using a cream or lotion first to remover the make-up you have worn, then following that with a wash-off product like a bar, gel, or foam to clean your skin. The thought behind this is that the first one is likened to taking off your clothes and the second is like taking your bath/shower.

Personally, I would only ever recommend this if you wear a great deal of make-up or if you are neurotic about having clean skin. Keep in mind that over-cleansing the skin can create all sorts of untold problems: excess oil production, dry patches, redness, itching and, even worse, areas that are both dry and oily at the same time. Keep it gentle, but make sure that it is thorough and, above all else, choose a product that will ensure a better-than-even chance you will actually use it. Now, let's go clean up!


-JOJO-

What are the causes of brown skin spot ?

 

 

Brown skin spots are referred to in lay terms as age spots, liver spots, freckles and sunspots. The spots most often occur on the temple area of the face or the backs of hands

Types

Types of different brown spots on the skin are lentigo, melasma, moles, freckles, ephelids and seborrheic keratoses. A skin care specialist or dermatologist can best determine the type.

Causes

Brown skin spots caused by sun damage are often seborrheic keratoses or actinic keratoses. The seborrheic type is harmless but many people feel they are unsightly or make them appear older than they are. Actinic keratoses are precancerous growths.

Prevention

Using a sunscreen with at least an SPF factor of 15 will prevent most brown skin spots from occurring. This preventative measure must start in childhood.

Features

According to the Mayo Clinic, if a brown skin spot changes in size or shape, has an irregular border or bleeds, see a dermatologist to determine if it is skin cancer.

Removal

According to dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Melton, removal of the seborrheic keratoses is by freezing (cryosurgery), laser treatment or surgical removal. The most precise method is laser removal. Using a skin bleaching cream for spots that are from sun damage is very effective.

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Skin Care and Acne Prevention for Men

Although the majority of skincare products are marketed toward women, that doesn’t mean that a man should neglect his skin. Men are just as prone to acne and other skin problems as their female counterparts and should take great care to prevent acne flare-ups and ensure that their skin stays as healthy as possible.

Keeping it Clean

Keeping your skin clean is essential to healthy skin. Many men tend to be very active in sport, outdoor recreation and simply sweat more often, and more profusely, than women. The oil and sweat from your skin can clog pores, creating acne and blackheads. Washing your face twice a day with a gentle cleanser will help keep your pores clear. Avoid using bar soap, as this can strip the natural oils from your skin. Purchase a product designed for your face and save the bar soap for the rest of your body.

Moisturizing

In addition to cleanliness, moisturizing your skin will keep it from being dry and flakey, and will help keep your skin’s natural pH balance. Moisturizing creams and lotions for your face should be lighter than those used for your body, and shouldn’t be too heavy or too oily. If you feel uncomfortable about purchasing moisturizing products marketed toward women, brands such as Neutrogena and Lancome carry products designed especially for male skin.

Bad Habits

Ditch your cigarettes. The chemicals in cigarettes will age and dry out your skin. Avoid picking your pimples. Women are lucky because they can use makeup to cover any unsightly acne, however men must rely solely on prevention and healthy habits. Popping pimples only inflames the skin and can leave a scar. Skip your junk food. Loading up on oily pizza and fries can encourage acne flare-ups.

Good Habits

Drink a lot of water. Men do not retain water as well as women, and must drink more water. Men should drink at least 8 to 12 cups per day, which can include water-rich foods, according to holistic health professional Dr. Loretta Standley. Drinking enough water will help keep your skin hydrated and will help flush out any toxins or dirt. Eat your fruits and vegetables. Not only will they help keep you trim, the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants will help keep your skin in good shape. Keeping your pillowcases and sheets clean will help prevent acne breakouts.

Shaving

Use a gel-based shaving cream while shaving to get the closest shave and avoid skin irritation—don’t shave dry. Keep your blade sharp, and ensure that it is clean and hasn’t been used elsewhere on the body—or anyone else's body. Use a good aftershave to help avoid further irritation. But if you find that aftershave irritates your skin, check to see if it has menthol. Menthol can irritate some men’s skin. Every now and then, skip your daily shave to give your skin a break.

-JOJO-

How to get smooth hands & feets??

Your hands and feet are often exposed, allowing them to become dry and hard, especially your hands, which are often dealing with everyday elements. Emu Oil Benefits claims that emu oil penetrates deeply into the skin, smoothing the layers.Beauty Products Made Easy also suggests that cocoa butter is fast absorbing while soothing dry and rough skin. You need to moisturize your hands and feet at least daily. The key is trapping the moisture into the skin and allowing it to absorb deeply into the layers, keeping skin softer for longer.

Things You'll Need:

• 2 oz. bottle of 100 percent pure emu oil
• 8 oz. bottle of 100 percent cocoa butter or 100 percent shea butter
• 1 pair of cotton or Lycra gloves
• 1 pair of cotton or Lycra socks

 

INSTRUCTION :

Moisturizing Your Hands

1. Wet your hands with warm water to open the pores.
2. Dry your hands quickly so that they are still warm after dried.
3. Pour two to three drops of emu oil onto the tips of your fingers.
4. Rub the oil into the top of your hands, not the palms. Emu oil is considered a carrying oil and will pull any other product added with it deeper into layers of the skin.
5. Pour a quarter-size amount of 100 percent pure cocoa butter into the palms of your hands. Massage the butter over the emu oil into your hands.
6. Put on gloves.
7. Go to bed and remove the gloves in the morning. Repeat nightly or every other night.

Moisturizing Your Feet

8. Follow the same first five steps as you did for your hands, only apply them to the tops of your feet, heels and even soles, since your feet tend to be dry and coarse all over.
9. Put on socks instead of gloves.
10. Wear them as you relax at night, reading, watching TV or while you sleep. Repeat this every night or every other night as well.

-JOJO-

 

How to Get Baby Smooth Skin

It is important have healthy, smooth skin. You can have healthy, smooth skin by protecting your self from sun exposure, practicing good hygiene, moisturizing your skin and starting a healthy diet. You can also get smooth skin by avoiding detrimental habits such as excessive smoking and stress.

1. Fortify yourself from the sun. The sun's powerful rays break down the collagen and elastin proteins in the skin. This causes wrinkles to develop on the skin. Avoid being exposed to the sun during the peak daylight hours, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you have to go outdoors during the peak daylight hours, wear protective clothing and sunscreen that will protect you from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays

 

2. Practice good hygiene. Wash your face and your skin regularly with soap and clean warm water. Be very gentle when you wash your skin. Avoid using strong soaps and limit bathing time. Strong soaps and hot water can remove vital oils from your skin. Shave your skin gently. Use shaving creams and gels before shaving and shave in the direction the hair is growing.

 

3. Moisturize your skin. The type of moisturizers you use depend on the current conditions of your skin. If you have normal skin, use a well-balanced, water-based moisturizer that has lightweight oils. If you have sensitive skin, use a moisturizer that does not contain chemicals you are allergic to. If you have dry skin, use oil-based oil moisturizers that have propylene glycol to keep your skin moist.

 

4. Begin a healthy diet. Drink a lot of fluids. Water is an essential factor of skin health. The American Skin Association recommends drinking about eight glasses of water each day. It is also important to get the right vitamins and nutrients. The American Skin Association recommends taking increments of vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, and vitamin B1 to keep the skin healthy.

 

5. Start a healthy lifestyle. Avoid excessive stress. Stress can cause habits that hurt the skin. Excessive rubbing, lip-biting, and scratching can cause dermatitis. It is also important to avoid smoking. Smoking can cause more wrinkles to develop on your face

 

 

A few simple steps and you can get back your baby skin ... !!!

 

-JOJO-

How to Prevent Dry Skin and Keep Your Skin Hydrated

We as a malaysian can easily get dry skin due to the weather and we are under the air-cond for long hours.. so here is what you can do to prevent it..

 

Instructions

1. Drink adequate amounts of water. drink 2000 to 3000 ml of water everyday. You lose moisture during the course of your day due to exertion and exposure to the sun. Replenish moisture by drinking fluids such as water.
2. Avoid drinks that make you pass urine frequently. Drinks that do this are called diuretics and examples are coffee, caffeinated beverages, alcohol and carbonated drinks.
3. Avoid taking long hot showers or baths. Instead take a short shower or bath with warm water. Hot water dries your skin out and robs it of moisture.
4. Protect your skin from the elements, like the sun and the cold. Put on clothing to cover most of your skin, hats to shield your face and sunglasses for your eyes. Apply moisturizers with sun protection such as spf.
5. Avoid skin care products that dry your skin and make it dehydrated. use gentle cleansers to keep you skin clean. Use exfoliative skin care products on your skin and moisturize your skin after all your skin care activities.

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Wearing concealer

Concealer can be your best friend or your worst enemy, depending on how you apply it. Here's how to get it just right.

What are concealers for? Do I really need one? Why do they make all those funny coloured green, pink and lilac things? How can I cover circles without making it look worse than when I started? Simmer down. All will be revealed - and then I will show you how to conceal it all again!

One of the most common errors is in the selection of a colour. I personally suffer from dark shadows that have garnered comments like 'What happened to your eyes?' and 'Hang on, you've smudged something under your... oops, sorry, did you get in a fight?' It really gets the day off to a fantastic start I can tell you.
The problem those of us with really dark circles have is that we want to cover them completely, so we head straight for the lightest colour we can find. Wrong! The darker the circle, the darker the concealer should be. If you try to cover with something light, you'll have the end result of a muddy ashen smudge that's not much better than what you started with.

Dark shadows
Always test the colour of a concealer OVER your foundation. If the effect is invisible, you have the correct shade. If you insist, you could drop one shade for dark circles but you will have to be much more cautious with your application. White rings under your eyes look just as bad as dark ones.
To keep things as natural as possible, apply your foundation first and then top up the cover on only the inner half of the under eye. This way if you have the beginnings of fine lines, you are not adding weight to the outer half and showing off the problem.

You will get the most natural cover with a brush. Any old lip brush will do the trick. You have much more control with a brush than you have with your fingers.
If you prefer to use your finger, opt for your ring finger, as it is weaker and will apply less pressure to the delicate skin.

If it starts to look too heavy, apply a tiny bit of your eyecream over the top to wash it down a bit.
You can mix the concealer, if it is too heavy, with some eyecream and make it a 'treatment' concealer.


Bags & puffiness
Puffs and bags are much harder to cover; it is far easier to draw attention away from them.
Again using a brush (once you have applied your foundation), paint a slightly lighter concealer into the dip under the bag. The best products for this have light-diffusing particles. The effect is that you want to bounce the shadow under the eye-bag away. Heavy concealer will always make bags look worse.
When you are desperate, you can resort to the make-up artists' trick of using a touch of haemorrhoid cream to reduce the swelling temporarily. Please only do this if you are in a state of desperation. It really works, but shouldn't be done often.


Red nose and cheeksIf you have ever tried a green colour corrector, you know that it usually looks worse then the red did! Sure it cancels out the red, but then your face looks like cement and you have to use an even heavier foundation to cover that up.

There is a little miracle product by Decleor called Perfecting Tint, which is a sheer green gel that you can apply both under and/or over the foundation. It also helps to thicken and strengthen the capillaries to make them less visible.

You can also try Shiseido's excellent Colour Control Stick which can be worn under, over or even without concealer or foundation.

If using a colour corrector, apply the smallest amount possible, then apply your foundation. Once that has set, once more apply the tiniest amount of the colour corrector. You will find the effect is much more natural when you do fine layers that if you try to do it all in one whack.

If not using a colour corrector, apply your foundation as per normal. Then, using a concealer that you've tested over the foundation, apply nearly dried concealer over the foundation in light patting strokes. You can achieve this by dabbing the concealer onto the heel of your hand until it is nearly dry, and then apply it to your face. The reasoning behind this is that if the product is too wet, you will remove any cover you have achieved with the foundation. Then reapply a bit of foundation in the same way.
Always work in layers when covering excess redness. It is better to stay in control than to pile it on. Once you have gotten the desired effect, rub your hands together really fast until you feel a build-up of heat. Then, press your hands over your cheeks for about 5 seconds. What you will achieve is the same effect as letting your makeup settle for a while before leaving the house. It will give you what you normally have to wait 30 to 45 minutes for naturally!

Tips from the catwalk
When you are truly desperate and puffy, haemorrhoid cream can be applied very thinly to the eye area to reduce extreme puffiness. It also helps with jawline contours and overall puffiness. This is not an everyday solution. This is for cases of emergency, but I don't know many make-up artists or models that don't carry a tube.

If a terrible spot arrives at exactly the wrong time (is there ever a right time?), don't fight nature and cake concealer all over it. Instead, use an eyeliner and turn it into a beauty mark. It is already raised slightly and looks extremely natural. Only your best friends will know.

Colour correctorsHere's a quick guide to colour corrector/enhancers so you get that all-important match:
Green: Cuts and tones down redness
Apricot: Brightens cooler skin tones
Peach: Brightens cooler skin tones
Rose: Lifts sallow complexions and gives a glow
Lilac: Cuts excess yellow in the skin and lifts sallow complexions
Blue: Takes down orangey skin tones, also corrects bad self-tan applications!
Bronze: Brightens and lifts nearly all skin tones. Gives a healthy sun-kissed look
Gold: Accentuates golden skin tones and suntans
Silver: Brightens cooler skins. Usually only done in the evening!
Yellow: Brightens warmer skin tones


-JOJO-

The best remedy against cellulite

Cellulite – an unaesthetic problem that more and more people face, regardless of age, weight or gender. Thus, the unwanted “orange peel” skin comes to be visible on the stars’ skin, on overweight and thin people, on the body of women, but also on that of men, being an unforgiving disease whose frequency demonstrates that it is based on multiple factors especially those related to lifestyle.

Drastic weight loss belts, physical inactivity, food that intoxify the organism, medicines, contraceptives, stress, excess pounds, all of these predispose to the appearance of cellulite.

The best and safer remedies against cellulite are the natural ones that are based on diet and which are associated to a sports program of a few hours a week. Sports program must include running or walking quickly besides other exercises chosen.

Cellulite creams – just a myth

You’ve probably already tried many “miraculous” creams, whose labels promise you that you’ll soon get rid of cellulite and your skin will find the suppleness and elasticity in no time … But I’m pretty sure you were disappointed. Did you make any mistake when applying the product?

There is no need to reproach, nor do you have to look for a similar product, which you think would be more efficient. It is important to know that, basically, there is no argument that the use of such products leads to the intended results.

The explanation is very simple: the layer of fat is below the skin (subcutaneously) so that, even if the product is absorbed into the skin, it has no ability to remove the specific toxins. In fact, the only concrete result from using these creams is that they improve skin texture, which will become more silky, but the problem will not disappear. And I think you are already convinced of this…

Nutrition

Healthy food, rich in fiber and an adequate intake of vitamins detoxifies the body, gives the antioxidants needed to maintain health and also mobilizes and “melts” fat tissue. So, it is recommended to eat only chicken and fish, seafood, salads daily, 5 fruit daily, milk, cheese, yogurt daily, and whole grains. Avoid sausages, margarine (you can use butter or olive oil as fatty food), cheese, sweets with cream (chocolate is allowed, but not much), fried foods or fast food.

Sport

It is recommended to walk as much as you can and it has to be fast. Do not use the elevator, even if you stay at the 8th floor. Try, at least 3 days a week, to reserve time in which to do sports and run. If you’ve decided that you can exercise at home, it is recommended to run on the spot for 10 minutes before starting any exercise, this taking place of warming. A life without sport is full of unseen problems, accelerates aging and illness.

Beauty treatment

You can opt for a cellulite treatment that can be found in beauty parlors or natural treatments which you can do at home.

Massage

Subcutaneous blood is put into movement by massage, because it relaxes the muscles, it oxygenates th body especially if you use essential antistress oils, it helps eliminate stress and a good oxygenation of the body. It is recommended to have as many massage sessions as you can in the fight against cellulite or to opt for anticellulite massage, with the mention that the latter are quite aggressive and painful.

Sauna

Sauna is a good way of relaxing and detoxifying the body, also oxygenating the body, improving circulation and respiratory functions. The recommended weekly sauna sessions, possibly after sports program if you choose to perform it in a fitness room which also has a sauna. Sauna also strengthens the immune system and slows the aging process, regulates body temperature, increase resistance to stress and helps to maintain beauty and healthy skin.

Hydration

Another asset in the fight against cellulite is the fluid regime. It is recommended to drink over 2 liters of liquid daily, of which one cup of milk, a cup of coffee, a glass of home made juice and the rest tea or water. You can opt for teas which have an impact on cellulite, as elder tea, green tea, yarrow, but to respect the number of cups allowed daily, noted in the prospectus tea. For example, green tea is strong and should not be consumed in the evening, you should also not exceed two cups of tea per day. Do not buy tea lay.

However, you should avoid alcohol because it dehydrates the body and it mostly introduces toxines, so the results from the other methods above can be offset by consuming alcohol. It is also recommended to reduce cigarettes as much as possible.

The above methods give better results if they are used all at once, so you’ll have a toned body and full of energy and you’ll also gain a nice appearance and young skin.

ENJOY ~

-JOJO-

Get clear and glowing skin naturally

Who does not want to look good and have a healthy, glowing and clear skin! But with the mind-boggling number of products with their even more baffling range of variety, many a times it is hard to decide as to which products would suit your personal needs and requirements. There is also the danger of causing more harm to the skin with over experimentation in the search for that perfect product. This is where the simplest and safest solution lies in using home-remedies or naturals products. No matter how much a commercially advertised product abounds with promises of being perfectly natural, it can never be completely free of chemicals.

Here are some of the ways in which these natural ingredients can be used in your own homes.

• The first step towards beautiful skin begins with drinking up to 2liters of water throughout the day. This should be coupled with a healthy diet of plenty of fruits and vegetables and maximum avoidance of oily and junk food.

• Oily skin can be dealt with by washing the face with water mixed with a little vinegar. Acne can be treated by applying aloe vera juice; rose water mixed with sandalwood paste or multani mitti; crushed cucumber paste; paste of water with cumin seeds, neem leaves or orange peels on the affected areas. Note: face should be washed after 20-30 minutes of application.

• Super smooth and glowing skin can be obtained be scrubbing once or twice a week. Scrubs can be made by mixing half cup sugar, juice of 1 lemon and 1tbsp vegetable oil, or;  8 cups of sea salt, 2 cups of jojoba oil, 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa, 2 tbsp of vanilla extract and honey, or ; dried and crushed orange peels with water.

• Blackheads disappear like magic by rubbing a paste of rice powder mixed with water over the area and letting it stay for 5 minutes before washing off. Another method is by applying honey and letting it remain for 5-10minutes and wiping off with a cloth.

• Face packs go a long way in keeping skin clear and oil free and also preventing skin from sagging. These can be made by – mixing multani mitti with rose water, glycerin and tomato juice; mashing up a very ripe banana and adding honey; mixture of cooked oatmeal and honey

TRY it out today !


-JOJO-

Solutions to Common Men's Skin Care Problems

Men's skin care - Avoid embarasing blemishes and other unsightly men's skin problems by using these solutions to common issues men have with their most public feature.

Does your skin nick easily, burn and/or get red and bumpy after you shave?

Many men, find that shaving goes more smoothly when using a glycerin or aloe-based shaving cream or gel. Not only will these types of products soothe your skin, but they will allow your razor to glide across your face. For best results massage the cream or gel into your beard. And, of course, always shave with the grain first then, if necessary, you can shave against it. Finish with a soothing aftershave balm or your daily moisturizer.

Note: stay away from alcohol- based aftershaves; they will only irritate your skin.

Do the dark circles under your eyes make you look like a raccoon? Dark circles under the eyes, which are actually broken blood vessels under the skin, are caused by several things. Most of the time it is an issue of heredity. Other causes are booze, cigarettes, and caffeinated drinks. But it can still be contained with topical products. vitamin K creamand there are other creams that contain caffeine that are also effective. So if you have tried everything then it could very well be an iron deficiency, in which case you would want to see a doctor.

Do you know your skin?

Get a facial. Go to a reputable spa and ask the esthetician (the gal who is giving you your facial) to analyze the type of skin you have as well as the condition it is in. She will be able to make recommendations specifically suited for you.

Blackheads anyone?

Again, get a facial. Or you could try a cleansing mask. The more effective products are typically made of clay. Be sure to follow the instructions for best results. You don't have to use these masks all over your face either; you can target your problem areas.

Do you have oily, breakout prone skin?

If you use regular soap to cleanse your skin--stop. Soap strips your skin of natural oils, and your glands react by producing even more oil. Try a gentle foaming cleanser or milk cleanser if this problem is mild. If you need something stronger you could always try a cleanser or spot treatment with salicylic acid and beta hydroxyl. You may also want to use an oil free moisturizer.

Note: although benzoil peroxide is a common and effective treatment for breakouts, it is also drying to the skin and can increase oil production.

Listen, we all like to go out now and again and throw a few back. So what can you do to keep your face looking fresh even though the rest of you doesn't feel that way?

It should be no surprise that drinking (alcoholic beverages that is) takes the moisture right out of your skin, which is why you look sallow the morning after. One way to avoid this is to keep up on your daily skin care regime of cleansing, toning and moisturizing. It will help keep your skin soft and replenished. And make sure to use a stimulating eye gel in the morning to keep the bags at bay. At least once a week use a facial scrub or exfoliant. This will slough off dead skin and help you look more radiant.

Are you keeping those lips kissable? No woman wants to smooch a couple strips of sand paper. Keep those things moisturized.


-JOJO-

Getting Your Beauty Sleep!

Attention beauties: Never underestimate the importance of getting enough sleep! Getting adequate sleep plays a crucial role in not just your mental functions, but in your physical appearance as well. The amount of sleep you are typically getting is displayed in your general appearance, your weight, your skin and also your stress levels. Don’t write off the phrase " Beauty Sleep" as a simple cliche. It holds far more truth than most people know.

SKIN:

Sleeping gives your body a chance to repair itself on the cellular level. As you sleep, extra protein molecules are produced to rid your skin of pollutants and infections while they simultaneously rebuild the cells that allow you to wake up refreshed with radiant skin. Think of the days you don’t get enough sleep. You pull yourself up with puffy, bloodshot eyes surrounded by dark circles. You don’t get the necessary sleep to allow the molecules to repair yesterday’s damage. Getting the right amount of sleep is the proven “anti aging” miracle we all dream of.

WEIGHT:

Now you can stop feeling guilty when you go to bed early and skip your daily workout because proper sleeping habits can help control your body weight. When you sleep, the hormones that regulate your appetite are placed back in control, possibly ridding your thoughts of those nasty cravings. When you deprive your body of sleep, your body naturally craves sugar and carbohydrates as a defense mechanism to jolt you awake. For those of you who can’t seem to shed those last five pounds, try hitting the hay an hour early.

STRESS:
Of course, the best way to feel beautiful is to not feel stressed. Stress hormones are released during the day as a result of today’s fast paced lifestyle. These hormones have physical effects on the body as well. Excessive stress is a common cause of the degeneration of internal organs as well as the aging of your skin (aka: wrinkles!). Sleep helps to reverse many of these effects as it maintains a state of relaxation.

OVERALL HEALTH:

The average adult needs 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night, but it varies depending on the individual. Not getting enough sleep results in a whole bunch of problems, but too much sleep also makes it more difficult for your body to enter back into its functioning mode.

How much an individual needs is dependent on many factors. Here are some things to keep in mind: Women often require an extra hour in the week before they begin menstruating and during pregnancy. Genetics also play a part in determining your specific needs. The amount of time it takes your body to reach the phase of deep sleep where the benefits are received is often hereditary.

The best way to find out what works best for you is to take into consideration your individual situation based on the criteria above. And then, experiment. If you often feel groggy, try going to bed earlier. If you habitually go to sleep early, sleep late, and still wake up unrested, try staying up an hour later. While Beauty Sleep is often used in regards to women’s needs, it is vital for everyone. Get your sleep and you will wake up energized, beautiful, and healthier.

So, let's Sleep early today ! I wish I could do that everyday.. It seem day by day i getting on the bed later =s

-JOJO-