Soft Spoken

And in our war on wrinkles, defending your skin is the name of the game! But let’s face it; sometimes your defense needs some new ammunition.
First, let’s look at why some wrinkles appear and what we can do about it.
There are two types of wrinkles…
Dynamic wrinkles are wrinkles that are caused by muscle action under [...]

Like the seasons, your skin changes as well. In Spring and Summer, it adapts to the warmth, sun exposure and dryness or humidity. Now for Fall, we’re moving into a cooler season and your skin has to change again to accommodate the new conditions – colder temperatures outside, dry interior heating, and everything in between. Chances [...]

In the mood for a spa treatment, but tight on time or money? Why not do it yourself? Just take the phone off the hook, lock the door and set aside 45 minutes to give yourself a facial.
Step One: Set the Mood
Start by selecting soft music and lighting your favorite aromatherapy candle or incense. Dim [...]

We’ve all had them. Restless nights, tear-stained pillows, a few too many cocktails, seasonal allergies, sinus conditions or colds can leave your eyes swollen and tender in the morning.
Don’t despair. Take a deep breath, and get ready to face the day with one of these all-natural solutions for puffy eyes:
Tea Bags
Sometimes, your mother really does [...]

Before you bare all, it’s time to buff, smooth, and shield your skin to silky perfection. With a little time and the right tools, you’ll be able to kiss blah winter skin goodbye.
Exfoliate. Dry skin in the winter is expected, but some dryness will last all year long, if you let it. Body scrubs with [...]

Graterlike Bumps
One out of two people suffers from an annoying condition that leaves little graterlike bumps scattered across the upper arms or thighs. Because the skin takes on the appearance of a plucked chicken, the condition is frequently known as “chicken skin”.
Medical professionals prefer the term keratosis pilaris – or KP for short – in [...]

If you’ve had acne, you probably have the scars to prove it. Yes, it’s a problem. But there are solutions.
What Causes an Acne Scar?
As an acne cyst forms, the sebaceous gland fills with foreign matter, including bacteria, cells and sebum that are unable to pass through to the skin’s surface. When the cyst ruptures, the [...]

What a cruel irony that youth-enhancing laughter and smiles inevitably leave behind a trail of age-revealing fine lines and wrinkles.
But before you resort to frowning, try this two-fold approach to keep a smile on your face:
1. Superficial quick fix. While working on the deeper issues, use a product that plumps up and fills in fine lines.
2. Renew [...]

Block Out the Sun
It’s the number one reason for aging skin.
Sun damage — caused by UV rays and free radicals — creates a variety of skin changes ranging from blotchy color, large “liver spots” to precancerous lesions known as actinic keratoses.
To prevent sun damage:
1. Cover up.
2. Walk on the shady side of the street.
3. Never [...]

Say Goodbye to Raccoon Eyes
Whether it’s in your genes, part of the aging process, or due to a temporary lack of sleep – the appearance of dark, under-eye circles is a common beauty complaint.
Combat the problem with a two-pronged approach:
1. Conceal: First, hide the dark circles by choosing a concealer that isn’t too light [...]