I'm sure you can remember when you used to wake up in the morning looking just as good, if not better, than you did before you went to sleep. Now you probably wake up with creases, lines, and wrinkles on your face that makes you look older than you really are. The reason, quite simply, is that as you age, the collagen and elastic fibers that give your skin support, resiliency and elasticity break down. Two primary causes of this breakdown are free radicals and age. Collagen is the primary beauty protein in your body. A strong fiber that weaves throughout the dermis layer of the skin, collagen protein provides the strength and support your skin needs to fight wrinkles and retain its youthful resiliency. Collagen is also an essential and major component of muscles, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, bones, gums, teeth, eyes and blood vessels. Extensive studies have been conducted throughout Europe and the U.S.A. Individuals participating in these clinical studies claimed obvious visible results in 30 to 60 days of treatment, improvement 50% less wrinkles appearance, 60% firmness, 45% more moisture, and an overall texture improvement, along with thicker and stronger hair and nails was also reported. When you take collagen, your body receives the raw materials it needs to supplement and repair collagen found in all of these areas.

     Collagen is a natural protein and is the only protein so similar to human collagen that it is easily integrated into the dermis of the skin. It can actually become a life-like fabric of the skin, energizing aging skin cells and restored your complexion's natural balance of collagen. A two step collagen treatment may be needed in the form of internal supplements and external skin - care products.  Skin care products containing collagen, provides strength and support the skin needs to fight wrinkles and retain its youthful resiliency. Cell Renewal Treatment contains herbal extracts such as horsetail and marigold, both encourage the formulation of collagen fibrils. Rose-hip is also excellent for increasing the elasticity of the skin, to compensate for collagen loss, and to stimulate the formation of new collagen fibrils. Fighting Collagen support for youthful skin must begin from within. Beyond what we see and feel, the aging process begins within the skin cells, long before it shows on the face. Collagen supplements such as The Bodybuilder  are excellent for increasing the elasticity of the skin, hair and nails. This protein supplement can compensate for collagen loss, and stimulate the formulation of new collagen fibers.

 

     All skin types, even the oiliest, dry out with age. When I refer to skin's moisture I'm talking about both water and oil content. Oil production (by the sebaceous glands) slows with age, creating a double whammy: Not only does skin lose a major source of lubrication, it loses its protective barrier - the layer of oil, or sebum, that forms on the epidermis and locks in moisture. What will this mean to your skin? The moisture of the top layers of your skin will evaporate at a faster rate. Thus, the older you get, the more conscious you're going to have to be about hydrating your skin with nutrients. Notice I said nutrients not oils. Remember, the body made mostly of water and protein, not oils.  Click here for more information on Dry skin and Aging

Contrary to the adage, beauty is more than skin deep - the exterior appearance mirrors the body's internal health. For this reason we associate supple skin with youth and well - being, wrinkles and dark spots with age and discoloration and/or dry flaking skin with disease. Every dermatologist understands that skin problems can be an external manifestation of internal disease. Yet, the most visible signs of aging - wrinkled skin and age spots - are not as inevitable as aging itself.  To better understand aging, why we age, and why some people age slower than others, we first have to know what causes aging. There are two different types of aging; intrinsic and environmental aging. Intrinsic is internal and environmental is external. Intrinsic aging is an internal aging process that is largely beyond a person's control.  It is determined genetically and programs the body for the longest it could possibly live - perhaps 125 years - under the best circumstances. In contrast, external aging which is associated with environmental aging can be accelerated or slowed by factors we have the power to control.

Environmental aging will not only make us look older but, feel older as well. Many health factors that was once blame on aging can now be preventive and even reversed by lowing the amounts of free radicals in the body and on the skin.  Everywhere you go today, you will hear something about "Oxidation", "Free Radical" and "Antioxidant". Like most people, you will ask yourself what are they? What does all this mean? Do I need to take them? and how will they effect my aging and health.  

     Studies have also shown that applying antioxidant nutrients to the skin can also be helpful with both skin cancer and skin aging. Not only will antioxidant nutrients help fight free radicals, they also help protect and reverse the aging effects cause from environmental aging. A group of antioxidants generating much excitement in the health industry is proanthocyanidins, also called OPCs (for Oligomeric -proanthocyanidins). As you have read, proanthocyanidins can be up to 50 times more potent antioxidants than beta carotene, E and C.  OPCs are found in most plants, and are most highly concentrated in bark, stems, plants, leaves, and skins. A natural foods diet rich in raw vegetables and fruits supplies OPCs. People, however, usually discard leaves and stems, and eliminate OPCs through cooking.  OPCs are available in supplement and skin-care products. There are many OPCs products on the market today. I have found four to be especially effects when applied to the skin   Ginkgo biloba is an powerful antioxidant from a tree that is known for its anti-aging abilities. This herb helps to protect the skin from damaging free radicals and improves circulation for healthier, younger - looking skin.  Rose hips is a plant that is rich in Vitamin C, and is known to preserve skin from destructive elements. Also is excellent for increasing the collagen and elasticity of the skin.  Seaweed is full of rejuvenating nutrients that moisturize older skin, make it more elastic, stronger and younger - looking and is also an important antioxidant nutrient. Seaweed, whose composition is almost identical to blood plasma, is composed of about 35 percent minerals and salts. When applied to the skin seaweed gives the skin a soft, smooth, fresh and at the same time helps fight free radicals.  Evening primrose is rich in essential fatty acids and has dramatic effects on stimulating the skin’s immune system which is needed for fighting off free radicals. For centuries many have found that evening primrose to have healing properties when applied to wounds, inflamed and aging skin.  

An age protection cream containing antioxidants, sunscreen, vitamins and herbals extracts may help the skin fight wrinkles, age spots and improve skin tone. A perfect blend of vitamins A, B, C, D, and E when applied to the skin, has been shown to protect the skin from free radical, reducing the damage these particles can do to the skin cells. These essential skin vitamins, have also been shown to have a long-term moisturizing effect on the skin. When using a skin cream containing vitamin A, B, C, D, and E you get the free - radical scavenging benefit, so you get the potential prevention of damage from the sun and all other free radicals benefices, plus you are moisturizing the skin naturally.

In a world conscious of beautiful skin, the presence of excessive blotches and pigmentation can distress unhappy bearer. These blotches may result from various causes, such as perfumes, excessive sunburn or the internal use of medications which can cause pigmentation discoloration when the skin is exposed to the sun. In response, your skin has tried to protect itself by producing an overabundance of melanin - the pigmented cells in your skin - in uneven patches. The most important thing you can do to stop new age spots and/or skin blotches from forming is to wear sunscreen every time you are exposed to day light. Use a sunblock or sunscreen with both UVA and UVB protection. To remove spots use a skin lightening product.

 

     Dark Circles and Puffiness: I don't need to tell you how the lack of sleep and stress can affect your looks, especially under the eyes. Yet, even with adequate sleep and a relaxed lifestyle, some may still have dark circles and puffiness below the eyes. The health of your body can affect the area around the eye. Two factors that are likely to be responsible are anemia and poor elimination. Vitamin B-12 or Iron are necessary for normal formation of red blood cells in the body. A deficiency in any of these nutrients can cause anemia, although iron-deficiency anemia is the most common form of the condition. A internal cleansing program is needed to purify the body of toxins. A diet high in fibers such bran, wheat, and, dried fruit can encourage elimination .  Avoid foods high in carbohydrates such as white bread, pastries, white flour products, and pasta dishes etc. All of these foods, when digested, release high levels of acid and carbon dioxide gas, making blood look darker than usual, and thus show through the fine skin below the eyes.

 

Fine Lines: Under the eye area is the dryness, and most sensitive part of the face. It is also the most noticeable part of the face. From the eye area you can tell a lot about the person: their age and health, for example. Many women and men will spend hundreds of dollars on eye make-up and cover-ups in hopes of looking younger and healthier. The tissue around the eye area has no oil glands, and therefore, cannot product its own oils. This will make the eye area dry and wrinkled. Under the eye area will have to be well lubricated at all times if you want to avoid fine lines, especially after cleansing. Dark circles, puffiness and dryness under the eyes effects a great number of men and women of all ages.

     A study conducted at the Dermatological Clinic of the University of Bonn, Germany, found an increase in skin moisture and a specific smoothing and revitalizing effect on the skin around the eye areas using essential oils. An under eye defense of essential oils, liposomes, micellized vitamins A & E and super moisturizers such as: shea butter, safflower oil, caprille/capric triglyceride, linoleic acid, and allantoin is the best therapy for the eye areas. This moisturizing and smoothing blend can help reduce the appearance of puffiness, fine lines and dark circles.

   Usually the eyes are first to show signs of aging, and crow's feet, which are sometimes called "happy lines." A good eye cream, applied day and night, will protect against drying winds and dehydrating heaters. Sunglasses, especially when you engage in winter outdoor activities, gives additional protection for this vulnerable area and minimizes squinting, which can lead to the development of those "happy lines." Using a natural eye cream can help protect the most fragile eye areas. Eye creams are heavier and richer than facial moisturizers. the tissues around the eye area has no oil glands and therefore cannot produce its own natural oils which will make the eye area dry and wrinkled. Under-Eye Defense contains: micellized vitamin A & E, lecithin, caprille/capric triglyceride, shea butter, liposomes, and natural vegetable oil such as: sunflower, safflower, almond, and/or jojoba. These ingredients actually have a visible smoothing effect on fine lines, wrinkles and crow feet's on the delicate eye area. Under eye creams that contain essential oils such as: chamomile, witch hazel, tea, and aloe vera can help reduce the appearance of puffiness and dark circles.  

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