Over The Counter Cosmetic... Secret Harmful Ingredients

What you don't know about the Drug Store Cosmetics....
                    That can actually hurt your skin!!!

It turns out that sometimes cosmetics may contain harmful or hazardous substances. 
The worst part is that not all of them are listed on the label, which includes only the basic ingredients.

Here are some hidden secrets... with natural alternatives.

Alcohol is not right for everyone
Lotions containing alcohol can safely be recommended to anyone with oily skin prone to inflammation. Alcohol has drying and disinfecting properties(amount should never exceed 15-17%.)  Consider DNA SuperNatural Vitamin A Serum the natural Vitamin A (Retin-A) won't cause redness, peeling or sensitivity and the serum will not cause oil build up. 
If your skin is dry, you should avoid using alcohol-containing cosmetics. Otherwise your skin will start flaking and will feel tight and stretched on your face. Try Kiss My Face Potent & Pure Ultra Hydrating Moisturizer it uses Vitamins A,C, E & Organic Jojoba Oils to keep your skin on track.
And Forget about alcohol lotions in the winter when the skin is subject to so many unpleasant influences – cold weather, sudden changes in temperature, dry air, etc.
Paraffin aids the formation of blackheads
Paraffin is often an ingredient in anti-aging cosmetics. You won't find Paraffin in any of NaturalOrganicBody.com Age Corrective products. However, it is not recommended for problem skin – oily or mixed type. It creates a thin coat over the skin which prevents the disposal of toxins through the pores and hinders the access of oxygen. As a result, the skin loses its smoothness and elasticity.
Paraffin, however is irreplaceable when it comes to softening the hands. It has a warming effect and speeds metabolism.

Mineral oils clog the pores
This is why they can cause inflammations and allergic reactions. The film that they create over the epidermis protects it from dehydration but it also prevents additional moisturizing. Besides, mineral substances are harder to absorb and hinder the cellular exchange processes. Let’s not forget that paraffin and mineral oils are derivatives of petrol! No worries... the cosmetic products featured on NaturalOrganicBody.com don't have any mineral oils in them. In fact, only vegetable oils and essential organic oils.

Glycerin dehydrates
In days past glycerin was considered an excellent moisturizer. It is now known that in large amounts it can be harmful, especially to dry skin, because it draws moisture from the deeper layers of the skin. If you have a need for moisturizing, Opt for a Collagen Restorative Moisturizer w/Rejuvinating Anti Wrinkle properties and no signs of Glycerin. Forget about glycerin soap which was so popular at one time. Using body gel or liquid soap from our NaturalOrganicBody.com Body Products is way pleasanter and better for the skin.

How to Keep That Oily Look OUT of your Day!

If you are like millions of Americans out there.... your skin gets an oily build up or a sheen during the course of the day.
And you've probably tried countless number of things to stop it or keep the problem at bay. But have noticed.... they're not working!

So what can you do to help oily skin build up during your work day?

Well, there can be a variety of reasons why your skin produces a surplus of oil; genetics, foods we eat, environment, stress, etc. So the best defense you’ll find, is to do a combination of things to  keep the oil production to a minimum.

First of all, find a cleanser and toner cleaning routine that normalizes your oil production.
For more severe oily skin on the verge of acne, you will need a product that helps fight acneic skin. Cleansers with a rich foaming ability are the best for these oilier skin types. 

Secondly, It's quite common for people to touch their face throughout the day, but doing so, transfers what's on your fingers and hands right on to your face. For example, the oil from your hands will get dabbed right onto your facial skin when you touch your face with your hands and fingers.  Also, it doesn’t take much for your hands to get dirty, even if they don’t look like they’re dirty.

Third, Use a powder make-up product that is particularly designed to absorb oils from the skin. This can be as easy as an oil free powder, or natural Silken Base Translucent Powder product that can also improve skin texture, is nutrient rich and protects and tones your skin.  Compact, loose powders are convenient during the work day, because you can easily apply it on top of your usual make-up, if you actually wear make-up.

Choose a healthy Fruit Pigmented Foundation to go along with your powder make up application. The Foundation formula is enriched with antioxidant packed super fruits, vitamins and other skin nourishing nutrients. Plus SPF20 protects your skin from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. Healthy foundation also keeps your skin protected from the rest of your makeup. During the day you can apply dabs of it as it is needed in the places where oily shine is most likely to happen.

Finally, there are also additional skin care products that can used on a weekly basis to keep oily skin at bay. Items like Facial Masks & Scrubs done once or twice a week will help with your daily routine to tighten pores and keep oil production to a minimum.

So, really there is no cause for anguish over oily skin. These tips are just a start to help you easily fight the oil-before-noon look. Keep yourself in touch with your health, natural organic products, new advances, and treatments to help you win your battle against your problem skin.