Synegy Skin Care Blog

Summer spells out fun, but it can also pose potential danger to the skin, too. Enjoying the summer time is good; however, you need to know the following skin care tips to protect yourself from summer nightmare.

Cleanse

Your skin has to be cleansed every morning and evening to slough off dirt, perspiration, and pollutants that have the tendency to clog the pores. It is important to note that you should go for natural or organic cleansers that wash away harmful elements without stripping the skin of its moisture. This should also be hypoallergenic, especially when your skin is sensitive to strong chemicals. For dry or sensitive skin, wash daily your face with warm water, and use mild natural facial cleanser. If you have normal or oily skin, tap water and natural gentle cleanser would do. Don't pull the skin when massaging facial cleanser into it. Your fingers should move in a circular motion, upward and outward in direction. For normal skin, wash it daily for about 2-3 times; however, for oily skin, you may need to cleanse it 4-5 times everyday. For your whole body, since taking a bath daily is part of personal hygiene, use natural and organic handmade soaps to retain the moisture in your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and silky to touch. Avoid soaps with strong chemicals that are harsh to the skin.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon 

Women are naturally vain (in a positive way). They spend a lot of money for skin care products to make them feel and look good. However, men should realize that they, too, have to take extra care of their skin. Basically, men have oilier skin and larger pores than women. They are also involved in a lot of physical activities which expose them to dirt. Since they have larger pores, dirt, debris, and some other pollutants may clog these in the course of time. Therefore, they also need to follow some skin care tips to maintain a soft, smooth, and glowing skin that they deserve.

Summer time does not stay for a lifetime. It comes and it goes. That's why most of us enjoy it while it's still there. When we think of summer, we think of beach. Going to the beach and having fun under the summer sun is truly an exciting getaway that someone has to look forward to. But it isn't only fun and excitement that we should anticipate. We also need to think about the hazardous effects to our skin of too much sun exposure. But we can make a preparation to protect our skin from these negative effects.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Castile soap, otherwise known as vegetable soap, is a kind of soap which is made from vegetable oil. Some people consider it as exclusively made from olive oil. But because a lot of variants of castile soap are already available in the market nowadays, others consider it as a kind of soap which contains at least some olive oil combined with other vegetable oil, without any amount of animal fats. The ratio of oils used by Synergy Skincare in their Castile bar is 95% extra virgin olive oil and 5% Castor oil.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Sweet Almond oil is cold pressed from the dried kernels of the almond tree. It is pale yellow in color and has a light, sweet, and nutty smell. This oil is slightly viscous, but very oily; however, it is non-greasy. It is rich in oleic and linoleic essential fatty acids. It also containsVitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E, and D.

It lubricates the skin and spreads easily; therefore, it is ideal for body massage and facial treatment as well. It helps in relieving skin irritation. It also softens and reconditions the skin.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Sesame Seed oil is a good source of vitamins E and B complex and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. It also contains protein and lecithin. It is light yellow in color. It has a very distinct sweet, nutty aroma and has the tendency to overpower other scents. It does not stain sheets.

It has been used to lighten blemishes and is an excellent emollient. It also prevents the skin from tanning, but should not be used as a sunscreen preparation. Since it is a thick oil, it is best mixed with another carrier oil such as Almond or Grapeseed in for ease of use.

It is considered to be a natural moisturizer. It can also good for eczema, psoriasis, and mature skin because of its moisturizing and natural anti-inflammatory properties. It absorbs readily without the greasy feeling.

It promotes healing, prevents drying, and is said to have a natural sunscreen effect of SPF4. It is soothing, softening, and smoothing to the skin. Individuals with dry skin can benefit most from this oil.

In massage, this carrier oil makes up 10 percent of the carrier mixture. It is a good choice to include when preparing a carrier oil blend because of its moisturizing, nourishing, softening, smoothing, and soothing properties.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Peach Kernel oil is extracted from the kernel or "pit" of the peach tree. It has very similar properties with apricot, sweet almond or grape seed oil. This is odorless, light, non-greasy, and readily absorbed by the skin.

It is valued in the cosmetic industry because of its excellent moisturizing property. It contains as much as 42 percent fatty acids that nourish the skin, and has Vitamins A and E as well.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

This carrier oil is actually a liquid wax which closely resembles the sebum of the skin and is pronounced as "ho-ho-ba". It has almost the same properties as the oil which is derived from the sperm whale. It is yellow in color and has a light, pleasant, sweet and nutty scent, but not as sweet as the nut oils.

It is regarded as adaptogenic because it balances sebum release in the skin. Of all carrier oils, it is the one that suits ALL skin types. It is light, silky, and absorbs well. It acts as an emulsifier with the skin's natural sebum, gently unclogs the pores, and is highly penetrative.

After several months of having fun under the summer sun while building up cheerful memories with loved ones, finally, summer is over. As we know, the sun can potentially damage the layers of our skin over a long period of exposure to its harmful rays. However, sun exposure is inevitable and sun damage goes along with it. Now, here comes autumn. Although it is a milder season as compared to summer, it has also some negative effects on our skin. As the temperature continues to drop, so is moisture retention in the skin. It is because the air becomes cooler and drier. The use of indoor heating has also the same effect on the skin.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

This carrier oil is very fine textured, leaving the skin a satiny smooth finish, without the greasy feeling. It is pale green in color and has no distinct smell. It has some mild astringent qualities that are good for oily skin.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Babies, children, and adolescents need to be protected from the sun's harmful rays to prevent future problems, like skin cancer. Babies' skin is extremely sensitive; its defense system is not yet fully developed. Their skin can easily get burned from very little exposure to the sun as compared to adults. Nevertheless, a few minutes of exposure to the sun twice or thrice a week are enough to produce sufficient Vitamin D in their body.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Pressed from the pulp of the avocado pear, this carrier oil is somewhat sweet, fatty and nutty in aroma. It is dark green in color. It is a rich heavy oil that deeply penetrates the skin to a deeper level than any other carrier oil.

It is emollient and is easily absorbed by the skin. It promotes skin regeneration and tissue softening. This is very rich in vitamins A and D, lecithin, potassium, and as well as vitamin E which softens and penetrates the skin easily.

This is beneficial for people suffering from eczema or psoriasis and similar skin complaints. This oil is oftentimes used for individuals with dry or mature skins. It is very good for sun-damaged skin that is dehydrated and under nourished.

Mostly, this is used with another carrier such as Almond or Grapeseed oil, making up 10 percent of the carrier mixture. It is one of the effective ingredients used in the cosmetic industry today.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

Extracted from the kernels of apricots, this is one of the valuable carrier oils used in massage. It is similar to Sweet Almond oil. It is slightly viscous which makes it easy to apply, and is somewhat oily. The aroma of this oil is moderately strong, similar to marzipan. It is pale yellow in color.

Because of its moisturizing, nourishing, and revitalizing property, it is beneficial for dry and delicate skin. It also soothes inflammation. It can relieve itching caused by eczema. It can even slows down aging process.

By: Aimee A. Tabilon

People, nowadays, are becoming more aware of the potential danger brought about by synthetic chemicals contained in a product. That's why most of us prefer to use products made from natural and organic sources, whether for internal or external use. It is important to note that even as we pamper our skin, we should take extra care.

Handmade soaps

Handmade soaps are derived from natural ingredients that do not leave your skin feeling dry, itchy, and tight. These are free of chemicals that are not beneficial, and sometimes even harmful to the skin. These soaps are the result of chemical reactions between natural oils, water, and lye. But after the saponification process is complete, no any trace of lye is left because of the changes in the molecular structure; hence, soap is created.

The importance of a good skin care routine.

Everyone would like to have a clear and healthy complexion, but not everyone puts in the required effort to achieve this. A regular and suitable skin care routine is essential in order to achieve and maintain this.  A daily routine should be followed to get the best results. This includes cleansing, toning and moisturising twice daily. The skin also needs to be exfoliated on a weekly basis, to aid desquamation (removal of dead skin cells). 
It is important to know your skin type and its requirements, so that you can choose the most effective products. Understanding your skin will also help you avoid choosing products that have a detrimental effect on your skin. It is equally important to understand how your skin changes and what causes these changes. Lifestyle has a major influence on the skin, along with diet, age, exercise, sleep and even the seasons. Our skin is exposed to varying temperatures over the course of the year, from season to season, central heating/air conditioning and foreign holidays. These situations create an environment in which the skin is constantly having to adapt and regenerate, yet one expects it to do so in a healthy manner. Some of these stresses can be avoided, such as sunscreen for UV exposure. However, it is unrealistic to avoid every situation that has a negative impact on our skin. This is why a good skin care regime is of the utmost importance. It will give nourishment as needed, replace lost moisture and aid in skin regeneration. In short, this means feeding your skin, giving it enough water to stay hydrated and helping the skins own natural ability to produce new skin cells.
 

Top twelve Skin Care Tips

Your skin is the largest organ in your body and because it is your protection against external influences, it is vital you take care of it. Many people neglect to taking proper care of their skin, more so men than women, but there are some very basic and sensible, easy to follow tips that will keep your skin healthy

Methyl, Propyl, Butyl and Alkyl Paraben: Parabens are used to check microbial maturation, cater large spectrum indorsement and to continue shelf lifespan of products. Umteen studies tally claimed that they acquire an oestrogenic burden and can be rapt by the embody finished the skin. They are widely used in the toiletry business. They are trustworthy for many sensitized reactions and wound rashes.

Natural Cutis

The characteristics of an independent with normal wound type are:

• strip texture is flatbottomed, woolly, slick, and drop

• the peel is middling stable to the modify

• the tegument has ample snap and suppleness

• the tegument has an smooth injure interval and is withdraw of blemishes

• the skins pores are shrimpy to business

• pigmentation is quite alter

• the wound neither feels too fat nor too dry

• most character wound fix products do not irritate the strip

• the skin looks vibrant and salubrious

Dry skin can be quite a challenge to deal with. The skin can become flaky, red and irritated. It usually feels as if it just doesn't fit our face properly, feeling a bit tight and a little on the small side. Quite often people get confused between dry and dehydrated skin. Dry skin literally means it is lacking in oils, while dehydrated skin signifies a lack of moisture (water). Generally people that have dry skin have dehydration issues also. However, not everyone that has dehydrated skin have dry skin.

The characteristics of oily skin are its shiny/oily appearance, enlarged pores and the usual congestion associated with this skin type. It is prone to comedomes (blackheads), pimples and regular ‘breakouts'. Overactive sebaceous glands produce more oil (sebum) than the skin needs. This excess oil gives the skin its greasy shine. The causes of oily skin can be genetic, diet related, hormonal imbalance, pregnancy, birth control or products applied to the skin. Because of the hormonal changes in adolescence, oily skin is also common in teenagers, but it can occur at any age. In general our skin tends to become dryer as we get older.

Combination skin is usually characterized by an oily T-zone, but with normal/dry skin on the cheeks and around the eyes. While one area can be extremely dry and flaky, the other might be oily and prone to blemishes and breakouts. Caring for combination skin can be difficult because you have to treat two or more different types of skin at the same time.

The characteristics of Acne skin are its shiny/oily appearance, enlarged pores and the usual congestion associated with this skin type. Along with this then there is the constant eruption of pimples, pustules and sometimes cysts. Overactive sebaceous glands produce more oil (sebum) than the skin needs. This excess oil gives the skin its greasy shine. The causes of acne skin can be genetic, diet related, hormonal imbalance, pregnancy, birth control and then aggravation from products applied to the skin. Because of the hormonal changes in adolescence, acne skin is common in teenagers, but it can occur at any age.

As we age, our skins ability to produce new cells decrease. Environmental, lifestyle and biological factors take their toll. Often we develop enlarged pores, and the effects of the sun become evident in fine lines, freckles and uneven pigmentation (sunspots). In our 30's the real first visible signs of aging become evident, although this can be younger with some skin types. The pores around nose, chin and apples of cheeks become more evident (larger) even though the skin may be getting dryer.

Sensitive skin is generally quite thin and fine-textured. It is more common in those from northern European decent, especially women. Sensitive skin is usually dry, delicate and prone to allergic reactions. People with sensitive skin face many problems, redness/inflammation, irritation and blotchiness associated with sensitive skin can be very uncomfortable. Sensitive skin is very reactive to temperature changes, environmental influences, many cosmetics and alcohol used in skincare products. But it doesn't stop there, clothes (certain fabrics), washing detergents, many foods, alcohol, animal fur/hair and many other things can cause a reaction, the list is endless.

Rosacea is one of the most misdiagnosed of skin conditions. Not only is it misdiagnosed, it is also greatly misunderstood. It is not just a case of someone having a bad skin day the same way some have a bad hair day. Rosacea flare-up usually begins with facial flushing. Other symptoms may include dry skin, itching, burning and stinging sensations. Signs to look for are facial redness, damaged capillaries, pustules and pimples, irritated eyes and in severe cases, enlarged nose.

The ozone is our first line of protection from the dangerous rays of the sun. The damage by pollution and the way we live is causing it to become thinner and thinner. This is something that we did not have to worry about not so many years ago. In some areas of the world, the ozone layer is virtually non-existent. The effects that these harmful rays coming through the ozone layer can cause to the skin are quite frightening. It is extremely important to take good care of your skin when out doors. If you do not take protect your skin today, it will put you at risk of getting serious skin diseases in the future.

For most people, breathing is something that is taken for granted but few are aware of. With the ever increasing pace of life, elevated stress levels and not always the best lifestyle choices, now more than ever one needs to be aware of the one singularly most important thing we can do for our bodies - breathing. Breathing is our life-force, just as we use it to stabilise, centre, ground and calm ourselves, we need it to exert effort. It is believed that 90% of people don't breathe correctly, instead it tends to be shallow and rapid, usually involving the chest expanding and relaxing. Breathing, when done correctly triggers relaxation within the body.

There is evidence to suggest that as far back as 3000 BC, the ancient Egyptians extracted and used essential oils. Both ancient Chinese and Hindu records suggest the use of herbs and aromatic substances for religious/therapeutic use.

Smoking is the second largest contributing factor to premature aging, sun exposure being the first. It is claimed that smoking adds between 10 and 20 years onto our natural age. For smokers middle age starts in the mid 30's. It all begins with free radical damage. These are formed in body as a result of exposure to smoke. Free radicals are highly unstable molecules that cause disease and damage to our DNA. These unstable molecules take from stable ones in a bid to become stable themselves, this results in a domino effect - more unstable molecules. The human body uses anti-oxidants to get rid of free radicals. The problem with this is that smoking is an anti-nutrient, anti-nutrients are substances that inhibits the absorption of nutrients in the body. Anti-oxidants are provided by nutrients in the diet. These free radicals roam around the body and damage our skin at cellular level, in fact they damage all cells. This causes the skin to age prematurely. When we inhale just one puff of cigarette smoke, more than a trillion free radicals are produced in our lungs, which then trigger an inflammatory response that circulates throughout the body.

Cold weather and winter winds can wreak havoc on your skin. It is never too early to start implementing winter skin care tips. These will help the skin stay moist, supple and healthy during these harsh cold months. One of the most frequent problems associated with this weather, is drying, flaking and irritated skin.

Many women would love to have elegant healthy nails, without having to enhancements and the care they involve. A person's diet is the primary factor in achieving good nails. Your nails will also be a good indication of any nutritional imbalances in your current diet. Nutritional imbalances may lead to vitamin deficiencies and will affect all bodily functions including the health of your skin. Below is a basic guide of nail conditions and may be an indication of which vitamins/minerals are lacking.

Long life Milk contains strong preservatives.

Not true. The process application of high-temperature that Milk is heated to (135C) then quickly cooled makes "bad" bacteria perish, but all the vitamins are retained.

Water - dehydrated skin appears duller, dry, older and less plump. Water is essential to produce new cells. Remember the skin is made up of 70% water, you will dramatically increased your chances of having healthy skin by drinking adequate amounts of water.

Sandalwood

                Sandalwood essential oil is excellent for relieving itching and inflammation of the skin. It is very effective in aiding dehydrated skin and also in anti-ageing skincare products. It has good astringent properties and has great toning effect on the skin. Sandalwood essential oil is used with great results in oily skin conditions and preventing scaring.   It is also useful in dealing with dry eczema. This is an excellent oil for acne and skin infections in general. It has powerful antibacterial and anti fungal agents.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a key nutrient for good skin. It is essential for skin renewal at cellular level. Vitamin A acts as a humectant, helping the skin retain moisture and preventing dehydration. This allows for the skin to remain plumper, having a positive effect on fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin A is also a skin balancer, normalising the function of skin cells. This is especially beneficial to acne type skin as it helps in regulating sebum production. Vitamin A is also an anti-oxidant, preventing free radical damage and the onset of wrinkles.

Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's) are vital for healthy skin. They help keep the skin plump and smooth. EFA's boosts the skins immunity which helps fight bacterial infections, essential for acne skin types. They have excellent anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial to acne, eczema and other inflammatory conditions. EFA's also have high fibre content which aids the elimination of toxins. This will create a healthier body and healthier skin. Remember, most skin conditions are caused by an imbalance in the body.

What are hormones? Hormones are chemicals that control many processes in the body. Getting and keeping them balanced is vital not just to be healthy and function optimally, but also for your skin. A typical hormonal imbalance is literally having too much of one and not enough of another. Like everything else in our body, hormones rely on the food that we eat. There are key milestones in our lives when we will experience hormonal fluctuations, such as puberty, PMS, pregnancy and menopause. Even through these times diet and lifestyle play a huge role in balancing these hormones thus allowing for clearer healthier skin.

• Eat unrefined whole unadulterated food and organic when possible

• Eat at least 6 portions of fresh fruit and vegetables everyday

• Eat more organic chicken and wild fish and less red meat

• Drink 8 glasses of water per day

• Eat 1 tablespoon of nuts/seeds per day

• Reduce wheat intake, replace with more oats

• Cut down on refined foods and sugar