Anti-Aging Products for Acne Prone Skin

So, you've resigned yourself to the fact that although your teenage years are long gone, you still have acne. Or, you have looked in the mirror in disgust wondering why your skin is worse now than ever before. You find yourself buying acne products that are either geared towards teenagers or come with a hefty price tag - at the drugstore, no less! But, things could be worse, right? Yes, they certainly could - you could have acne and dry, wrinkled skin.

Before delving further into this topic, let me first acknowledge the wide variety of treatments available to acne sufferers through a dermatologist. If you have severe acne you should be under the care of a dermatologist. I am a firm believer in obtaining treatment advice from a professional and using the best treatments available, which in most cases are prescription drug products. However, it is estimated that only about twenty percent of acne sufferers are under the care of a dermatologist. If you are among the eighty percent or so who treat their acne with over the counter products, this article is for you.

What are your options for anti-aging skincare when you suffer from acne? First, reevaluate your skin. Reports of acne in women fall steadily between the ages of 20 to 40, but many women fall into the habit of using the same products year after year. Have you fallen into a rut? Second, it is important to realize that the most important over the counter treatment for acne, benzoyl peroxide, can easily be incorporated into any anti-aging skincare regimen. Salicylic acid, which is used to a lesser extent in over the counter acne preparations, can usually be substituted with other components.

Beach Party Make-Up Tips

Going to a party on the beach is one of the best things to look forward to during the summer months. But your swimsuit or sundress aren't the only things that can help you look fabulous. Many women feel that they can't wear make up to the beach because it will run or won't stay on right. But there are lots of ways you can wear make up to the beach and have it look fabulous the whole time. Below are a few tips and tricks that will give you that sun-kissed beach look all summer long.

    Your skin: Protecting your skin is a must anytime you're out in the sun. But instead of wearing a simple sunscreen, try a tinted moisturizer that has SPF in it. Places that specialize in skin care products like Kheil's have really good tinted moisturizers that contain SPF.

    Bronze it up: Nothing gives you that natural sun-kissed look more than bronzer. To get the most out of your bronzer, get a multi-colored bronzer and apply it with a thick bronzer brush. This ensures that it will go on evenly and smoothly. Apply a few strokes to your entire face and neck. Bronzers don't just make your skin tanner, they give a beautiful glow.

    Have fun with shadow: Summer is a time of pure joy and carefree fun. You don't want to wear too much eyeshadow to a beach party, since heat and sweat will most likely cause some of it to wear off quickly. But a little eyeshadow can go a long way. Save all your matte shades for the winter, and get some fun summer colors like bright orange, yellow and pink that have shimmer in them. Put just a small amount on along your entire crease. There are tons of summer colors to choose from, so try getting a percentage of your cosmetics from a wholesaler to save some money.

    Glitter: This may not be something you want to experiment with during the rest of the year, but just about anything can work at a beach party. Add some glitter to the outer creases of your eyes, your chest, shoulders, and wrists. This gives you a small amount of sex appeal without going over the top.

    Lip Gloss: All you need for a beach party is a simple shiny lip gloss without any color. In this case, the shinier the better. Some glosses have multi-color shimmer in them, making your lips pop. Carry a tube of lip gloss around in your purse, so you can reapply after drinking your fruity summer cocktails.