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Skin Discoloration on Your Face - How to Get Rid of Face Discoloration

By Caroline Richie

By the time you finish reading this, you'll completely understand why face discoloration happens and what you can do to get rid of it. Skin discoloration on the face is completely treatable, as long as you use the right product to get rid of it. In a nutshell (without getting too technical), when your body is expose to the sun, special skin cells produce a skin pigment called melanin that absorbs these UV rays. This is done to protect the rest of your body from these harmful rays.

Whether you have dark brown spots on your skin or the tone and color of your skin is darker overall, it's all because of the presence of increased melanin.

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The best prevention against face discoloration is wearing sunscreen whenever you go outside (even if it's just for 20 minutes). But if you've already developed brown spots or darker skin, then there's still a pretty easy way to get rid of skin discoloration on the face.

Applying the right kind of whitening cream can dramatically improve your complexion, remove skin discoloration, and even make your skin more youthful and radiant. It all depends on what ingredients are used and whether or not they are effective at doing a few things:

*Decrease the amount of melanin in your skin- the less melanin that's in your skin, the less skin discoloration on the face there is, and the lighter and brighter your skin will naturally be. Ingredients like Extrapone(TM), an extra from nutgrass root, has been shown in clinical studies to decrease the amount of melanin in your skin by up to 40%! This is a healthy amount because too little melanin in your skin makes you very vulnerable to UV radiation damage.

*Increase the amount of CoenzymeQ10 in your skin cells- this is one of your natural antioxidants that gets depleted first by overexposure to UV radiation. Using a whitening cream that contains CoQ10 (in a micro- or nano- form) can boost your natural levels of this antioxidant, reduce skin discoloration on the face, and restore your skin cell's efficiency and protecting capacity.

*Provide extra antioxidant and free radical protection- a face discoloration cream with additional natural antioxidants like natural vitamin E, grapeseed oil, and vitamin C can dramatically reduce the amount of free radical damage in your skin, keeping it looking brighter and more youthful.

These are the kind of ingredients you want to look for in a face discoloration cream. Getting one that's made with all-natural ingredients will assure that your skin will not be irritated like it commonly is when using one with synthetic ingredients. Plus with natural ingredients, they often provide multiple benefits for the skin- like ones that help preserve your youth!

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ALL ABOUT TONERS FACIAL THAT IS

Facial toners are an important part of your skin care regimen. However, they are often overlooked. This is likely because people today are more familiar with the toner that goes into their printer than that which can soothe and moisturize their skin. Trust me, you don’t want to mix up the two. It’s not pretty.

But pretty can be used to describe your glowing complexion after using an organic toner as part of your daily skin care routine. Just be sure to choose the appropriate toner for your skin type. Not to worry, we’re here to help you with that.

There are three types of products that fall into the ‘toner’ category: traditional toners, astringents and fresheners.

Toners

Traditional toners contain moisturizers, extracts and essential oils that soothe your skin and restore its moisture. Astringents & Fresheners

Astringents are alcohol-based and use the harsh chemical to tighten pores and remove oil – you won’t find any of those on Saffron Rouge. However, if you are looking for something to naturally tighten your pores, fresheners work similarly to astringents but use organic ingredients instead of chemicals.

Astringents & Fresheners

The natural ingredients like organic grape alcohol (from the fermentation of grapes) and Atlantic seaweed in Dr. Alkaitis’ Organic Herbal Toner work to tighten pores while still lightly moisturizing and protecting the skin.
Youthful Beauty will soon be carrying the facial toner from the Gerovital H3 collection.
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For best results, use toners twice a day – once in the morning and once at night – after washing

Want to Look Younger? Take This Simple Supplement Every Day for 2 Weeks

By Dr. Mercola

• Sunscreen in a pill?
• Prevention of wrinkles, dry skin, age spots and freckles?
• Reversing the visible signs of aging?

If you think checking "all of the above" seems too good to be true, you're not alone.

But there just happens to be a natural compound that clinical studies are suggesting does ALL of the above—without a hefty price tag or side effects. This is a little miracle your plastic surgeon won't want you to hear about.

It's a relatively unknown carotenoid called astaxanthin, which is now believed to be the most potent antioxidant nature has to offer.

Scientists long ago discovered that a class of naturally occurring pigments called carotenoids held powerful antioxidant properties that are crucial for your health. Carotenoids are the compounds that give foods their vibrant colors—from green grasses to red beets, to the spectacular yellows and oranges of your bell peppers.

There are more than 700 naturally occurring carotenoids, but most people are familiar with only a few. Right now, you probably have about ten different carotenoids circulating through your bloodstream.

As a source of antioxidants and vitamin A, carotenoids are critical to the photosynthetic process and protect a plant or organism from damage by light and oxygen. By consuming plants or organisms that contain these pigments, you gain a similar protective benefit.

Astaxanthin has recently jumped to the front of the line in terms of its status as a "supernutrient," becoming the focus of a large and growing number of peer-reviewed scientific studies.

One of the benefits of astaxanthin that has piqued the interest of researchers is its ability to help protect your skin from the sun, reducing the signs of aging.

However, ataxanthin's benefits to your health are more than skin deep—in fact, so many benefits that I've had to write several articles just to cover the jaw-dropping activities of this amazing nutrient.

Astaxanthin is in a League of Its Own

Astaxanthin is produced only by the microalgae Haematoccous pluvialis when its water supply dries up, forcing it to protect itself from ultraviolet radiation. It's the algae's survival mechanism—astaxanthin serves as a "force field" to protect the algae from lack of nutrition and/or intense sunlight.

It is this "radiation shield" that underlies how astaxanthin can help protect you from similar radiation.

Many carotenoids are easily obtainable through a good diet rich in fresh organic produce. However, this powerful carotenoid is harder to come by. There are only two main sources of astaxanthin—the microalgae that produce it, and the sea creatures that consume the algae (such as salmon, shellfish, and krill).

Astaxanthin is the reason salmon have the strength and endurance to swim up rivers and waterfalls for days on end—their diets are high in this pigment, which concentrates in their muscles and makes them one of the "kings of endurance" of the animal kingdom.

This pigment is the most commonly occurring red carotenoid in marine and aquatic animals and is what gives salmon and pink flamingos their characteristic pink color.  Most people don't realize that baby flamingos are actually white and don't turn pink until they receive astaxanthin, primarily from shrimp and algae.

Astaxanthin is leaps and bounds more powerful than beta-carotene, alpha-tocopherol, lycopene and lutein, other members of its chemical family. It exhibits VERY STRONG free radical scavenging activity and protects your cells, organs and body tissues from oxidative damage.

Astaxanthin's unique "antioxidative artillery" provides for an impressive array of health benefits, including improving cardiovascular health, stabilizing blood sugar, boosting your immune system, fighting cancer, reducing inflammation, improving eye health—and even improving your athletic abilities.

What Makes Astaxanthin Special?

There are many properties that make this carotenoid unique. Here are the main differences:

• Astaxanthin is by far the most powerful carotenoid antioxidant when it comes to free radical scavenging: astaxanthin is 65 times more powerful than vitamin C, 54 times more powerful than beta-carotene, and 14 times more powerful than vitamin E.
• Astaxanthin is far more effective than other carotenoids at "singlet oxygen quenching," which is a particular type of oxidation. The damaging effects of sunlight and various organic materials are caused by this less-stable form of oxygen. Astaxanthin is 550 times more powerful than vitamin E and 11 times more powerful than beta-carotene at neutralizing singlet oxygen.
• Astaxanthin crosses the blood-brain barrier AND the blood-retinal barrier (beta carotene and lycopene do not), which brings antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection to your eyes, brain and central nervous system and reduces your risk for cataracts, macular degeneration, blindness, dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
• Astaxanthin is soluble in lipids, so it incorporates into cell membranes.
• It's a potent UVB absorber and reduces DNA damage.
• It's a powerful natural anti-inflammatory.

And how about some more great news?  There have been no adverse reactions found for people taking astaxanthin.

Sunburn is Inflammation

If you are physically active, you have probably spent a fair amount of time in the sun. The sun offers enormous benefits to you in terms of vitamin D. But too much of a good thing can be—well, too much of a good thing.

Many athletes complain of feeling ill from overexposure to the sun after long trainings outside. However,  many report astaxanthin has allowed them to stay in the sun for longer periods of time, without feeling ill and without burning. Less burning also means lower skin cancer risk.

How does it do this?

The answer lies in how the Haematoccous pluvialis protects itself from intense ultraviolet radiation by producing astaxanthin as a natural sunscreen. When you consume this pigment, you are creating your own "internal sunscreen." In other words, the same powerful antioxidants that protect the algae from the sun's rays can help protect YOU as well.

Sunburn is actually an inflammatory process. Although the exact pathway by which astaxanthin protects your skin from burning is not yet known, it is almost certain that its anti-inflammatory properties are involved.

Dr. Nicholas Perricone and Dr. Robert Childs, a physician in Hawaii, are both fans of astaxanthin.

Dr. Childs, born and raised in Honolulu, was always extremely sensitive to the sun, until he started taking astaxanthin. He now finds he can go out in the midday Hawaiian sun for four hours without burning, whereas he used to burn within a half hour. He also discovered that, within a few weeks of starting astaxanthin, his morning stiffness and soreness had disappeared.

Astaxanthin as an Internal Sunscreen

Besides copious testimonials and anecdotal evidence, scientific studies have substantiated these skin protective effects.

Cyanotech Corporation funded a study through an independent consumer research laboratory to measure the skin's resistance to both UVA and UVB light, before and after astaxanthin supplementation.

The result was that in only three weeks of taking 4mg per day, subjects showed a significant increase in the amount of time necessary for UV radiation to redden their skin.

Animal studies lend further evidence to astaxanthin's effects as an internal sunscreen.

Consider the following:

• In 1995, hairless mice were fed various combinations of astaxanthin, beta-carotene and retinol for four months. After irradiation, astaxanthin alone or in combination with retinol was substantially effective in preventing photoaging of the skin (as measured by markers for skin damage). [Savoure, N., Briand, G., Amory-Touz, M., Combre, A., Maudet, M. (1995). "Vitamin A status and metabolism of cutaneous polyamines in the hairless mouse after UV irradiation: action of beta-carotene and astaxanthin." International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research. 65(2):79-86.]
• In a 1998 study with rats, astaxanthin was found to be 100 times stronger than beta-carotene and 1000 times stronger than lutein in preventing UVA light-induced oxidative stress.
• The Journal of Dermatological Science published a study in 2002 finding astaxanthin is able to protect against alterations in human DNA induced by UVA light exposure.

A Topical Paradise: Help in Preventing Collagen Damage, Wrinkles, Freckles and Age Spots

But astaxanthin might not even need to be ingested in order to protect you from the sun. In 2001, Arakane performed a study on hairless mice to explore whether or not astaxanthin offered topical benefits.

The mice were exposed to UVB radiation for 18 weeks to simulate photo-aged skin. The mice that had astaxanthin applied to their skin demonstrated reduced wrinkles when compared to the control group, as well as younger-appearing collagen. In fact, the collagen of the astaxanthin mice looked as if it had never been exposed to radiation.

Researchers concluded that astaxanthin "can significantly prevent UV-induced collagen degradation, wrinkles, lipid peroxidation, sunburn, phototoxicity and photoallergy."

The same study also discovered that topical astaxanthin can act as an effective "skin whitening agent," which is a tremendously popular trend in Asia. Astaxanthin was found to reduce melanin by 40 percent, greatly reducing freckles and age spots.

Beauty From Within

Although it appears that astaxanthin does indeed offer topical benefits, your greatest gifts will come from taking astaxanthin internally.

There have been three studies demonstrating that taking astaxanthin can improve the way you look. All of these studies combine astaxanthin with other substances, such as omega-3 fatty acids or vitamin E, but all three had positive findings when astaxanthin was present.

1. In Japan, a study was done in 2002 by Yamashita with women around age 40 who consumed 2mg astaxanthin daily for four weeks. Researchers were surprised that after only 2 weeks, almost every aspect of the women's skin had improved; after 4 weeks, there was even more improvement. [Yamashita, E. (2002). "Cosmetic Benefit of Dietary Supplements Containing Astaxanthin and Tocotrienol on Human Skin." Food Style. 21 6(6):112-17]
   
   

   Benefits included fewer fine lines, better moisture, increased skin tone and elasticity, smoother surface, fewer freckles, and less under-eye puffiness.

2. In 2003 a Canadian study involving female subjects ages 35 to 55 were given astaxanthin combined with omega-3 fatty acids and marine glycosaminoglycans. They were divided into three groups using different combinations of these agents, all showing improvements in the areas measured.
   

   Due to the design of the study, researchers were limited in the conclusions they could draw, but said it was clear that astaxanthin does offer benefits as an internal beauty supplement.

3. The third study was done in Europe  and was similar to the Japanese study discussed above. However, subjects were given 5mg per day astaxanthin along with two other ingredients. Treated subjects showed improvements in fine lines, an increase in dermis density of up to 78 percent, and visible improvement in overall skin appearance.

Can Eating Colorful Vegetables Make You MORE Attractive and Help Snag You a Mate?

One of the most interesting studies to date was headed by Dr. Ian Stephen at the University of Nottingham who investigated what skin tones were perceived as most healthy and attractive to humans.

He discovered that red and yellow skin tones make you more attractive.

People take on redder tones when they are flushed with blood, particularly if the blood has lots of oxygen in it, and from a biological/anthropological perspective, this signals health and vitality.

Scientists have believed that we evolved by selecting potential mates whose appearance signaled good health. According to coauthor of the study, David Perrett, PhD:

"This is something we share with many other species. For example, the bright yellow beaks and feathers of many birds can be thought of as adverts showing how healthy a male bird is. What's more, females of these species prefer to mate with brighter, more colored males. But this is the first study in which this has been demonstrated in humans.

Together our studies link skin carotenoid coloration to both perceived health and healthy diet, establishing carotenoid coloration as a valid cue to human health which is perceptible in a way that is relevant to mate choice, as it is in bird and fish species."

Healthier Looking Than a Tan !!

And here's the kicker...

Dr. Stephen found that, given the choice between skin color caused by suntan and skin color caused by carotenoids, people preferred the carotenoid skin color.

So if you want to be more physically attractive, make sure you use a regular source of astaxanthin. Not only will it allow you to look healthier it will also help protect you when you are tanning and optimizing your vitamin D levels.

Make Sure Your Astaxanthin is the Natural Variety from Marine Algae—NOT Synthetic

Synthetic (laboratory-made) astaxanthin is now commonly used worldwide to supplement fish feeds in order to obtain the desired pinkish to orange-red color. You really should avoid synthetic astaxanthin because it's made from petrochemicals.

Some aquaculture companies are beginning to use natural astaxanthin instead of synthetic, even though it costs more, because it's better for the health of the animals, and it's far superior for pigmentation. Animals fed fish food with natural astaxanthin have higher survival rates, better growth rates, better immunity, fertility and reproduction.

Unfortunately, synthetic astaxanthin still dominates the farmed salmon industry worldwide.

If your salmon label does not read "wild" or "naturally colored," you're probably going to be eating a coloring agent somewhat closer to motor oil than antioxidant. Natural astaxanthin is more than 20 times stronger as an antioxidant than synthetic astaxanthin.

Wild salmon are 400 percent higher in astaxanthin than farmed salmon, and100 percent of their pigment is natural astaxanthin, rather than synthetic. Plus, wild salmon have much higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids than the farmed version. But even if you are successful in purchasing genuine wild salmon, there is the problem with high levels of mercury and other unwanted toxins, not to mention the skyrocketing prices.

Final Recommendations

If you decide to give astaxanthin a try, I recommend starting with at least 2 mg per day. I have been taking 8 mg per day this year.  Krill has some astaxanthin in it, but not enough to provide full benefits.

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GEROVITAL H3 EVOLUTION

Calming Rosacea Cream

The Calming Anti Couperose (Rosacea) Cream reduces the skin’s sensitivity and predisposition to couperose (rosacea) and diminishes its effects on the skin.

The Superoxide Dismutase, Vitamins A and E provide a great antioxidant effect and a neutralizing action against the negative factors affecting your skin (pollution, UV radiations, stress etc.).

The Panthenol, Boswellia Serrata Extract and the Potassium Glycyrhizza are excellent ingredients preventing rashes, calming and regenerating your skin.

The Chestnut Seeds Extract increases the resistance of capillary vessels, improves skin level circulation, diminishes inflammations and protects the skin.

With the use of the GH3 Evolution Calming Anti Couperose (Rosacea) Cream, your skin will be more uniform, relaxed, visibly calmed.

Directions:
Apply the cream twice a day, in the morning and evening, on clean, no makeup skin. Spread evenly on the face, neck and décolletage.
Apply slowly, avoiding an energetic massage of the skin.

Superoxide Dismutase (SOD):
The Superoxide Dismutases (SOD) are a class of enzymes that catalyze the dismutation of superoxide into oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. As such, they are an important antioxidant defense in cells exposed to oxygen.

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Gerovital: The most celebrated Cosmetic Line
Youthful beauty is everyone’s dream. Evolving technology had provided dozens of anti-aging products seen in the market today. One of the most popular, and considered as a medical breakthrough is the anti-aging product created by Dr. Ana Aslan. Dedicated to discovering the process of cellular disintegration, she discovered the prophylaxis of aging processes. She then developed a therapy that focuses on regeneration and stimulation of human’s essential functions. Recognized worldwide, it was named therapy Ana Aslan. The discovery was then an advance cosmetic innovation in providing ageless beauty. Following this, cosmetic products developed in accordance with Dr. Aslan’s discovery were made. And one of the most celebrated innovations made from the discovery was Gerovital. Lots of Gerovital products reviews were made online with reference to the satisfaction they experienced with the products.

Gerovital is considered the best anti-aging product in the U.S. market today. There are currently five lines available, Gerovital h3 Evolution, Aslavital, Gerovital Plant, Ecovital, and Gerovital Plant Forte. One of Gerovital product reviews’ favorite is the Gerovital h3 evolution is derived from the original formula of Dr. Aslan, which is best for dry and mature skin. It is a combination of hyaluronic acid, Vitamin E, and cucumber extract. The result is diminished wrinkles and fine lines, tightens skin, well-toned complexion, and healthy, younger-looking skin. Aslavital is developed using the principle of clay miracles, delaying skin aging. It regenerates skin formation, antioxidant, nourishes and revitalizes skin cells. It is also a protector from the harmful UV rays that deeply damages skin. Gerovital Plant is generated through the combination of nature’s plants and flowers extracts. It harbors the best product that nature can offer. It is a natural-derived product made that ensure younger looking skin, well hydrated, well-toned and nourished to the deepest layer. Ecovital has the derivatives of Novocain, combined with natural active ingredients have completely expelled chances of allergic reactions to these products. It contains natural active ingredients such as vegetable oils, elastin, collagen, plant extracts and silanolic processes that acts as antioxidants and exfoliant while nourishing skin to achieve the younger-looking ageless beauty. And the last line for Gerovital products is Gerovital plant forte. This line was inspired by natural substances and modern cosmetic innovations combined in one very promising line. It adapts to the need of each skin types, has immediate and long lasting results and most especially, gives the skin that everyone dreams of.

Though different Gerovital Products Reviews were made over the years from when it was released, the fact that it was an innovation derived from one of the most celebrated cosmetic breakthrough can never be changed. The years that researchers spent into the development of this product has made Gerovital, the most renowned anti-aging cosmetic product of today.

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How to age beautifully

 

 

Worried about wrinkles and fine lines? Don’t, because looking younger has never been easier. Well known cosmetologist DR JAMUNA PAI tells you how.

 

 

 

 

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Slow the clock of aging: There are many ways to look young.

 

 

Good genes, a healthy lifestyle and skilful beauty enhancement can slow the clock of ageing but nobody can stop it ticking. Though we all believe in a holistic approach to beauty and ageing gracefully, society demands a youthful and physical beauty.

In an era where the need for physical beauty has overtaken most things, safe medical technology, nutritional supplements of plant origin or herbal in nature, tried and tested cosmo-ceuticals in the form of night creams and sunscreens, lasers certified for a particular skin type, skin tightening through heat and light, acne treatment and scar removal through safe peels, skin brightening for those who want it, minimally invasive procedures that are U.S.-FDA approved like Botox, dermal fillers and many others are a boon to mankind.

Why not go for it?

 

I firmly believe that, if the machines, treatments and medications have a safe and proven track record and one can afford it, then why not avail of the services of the best and most experienced in the line, as all these treatments require a great amount of expertise as well as experience.

Jaw contouring or making the jaw appear thinner to remove the face’s square look, controlling migraine attacks for nearly a year each time, taking control of excessive underarm sweating and of the hands and feet, freshening the face by reducing the few lines on it, increasing the length of the neck can all be achieved with Botox. And it takes an experienced doctor only five to 10 minutes.

Ageing means losing fat or volume from the face leading to sunken eyes, hollowing of the cheeks, bony hands, drooping mouth. These can be corrected with deep dermal fillers with only topical anaesthetics and the whole contouring of the cheeks, eyes, nose and chin can be achieved taking away all those years of stress and strain from your face. Even the lips can be ‘plumped’ to a youthful look. A receding hairline or even scanty hair becomes a problem with the ageing process. There is hair transplant, hair extensions, weaving and wig pieces that transforms you to a more youthful you.

In this era, looking decades younger than your chronological age has never been easier!

The natural way

 

 

 

Everyone wants to look young and feel good. There are plenty of products that will help you but there are better ways to stop the biological clock. With our body being regenerative, beauty and ageing is more about your inside than what you put on the outside; the power to reverse your age lies with you.

Start with giving your fridge a facelift. Skip processed foods, pasta, breads, pastry and baked goods. Include garlic and onions to help the liver eliminate toxins and carcinogens.

Barley’s high fibre content can help metabolise fats, cholesterol and carbohydrates. Beans and lentils help reduce cholesterol while piling on the antioxidants, folic acid and potassium.

Fruits like apples, strawberries, grapes and raspberries have anti-ageing properties. Both bell and chilli peppers contain antioxidants and have twice as much Vitamin C as citrus fruit. They work as great fat burners.

With the Omega-3 fats, you will never go wrong with a handful of nuts a day. Sprouts are great source of protein and Vitamin C. Watch your immune system get an instant boost.

The healthy bacteria in yogurt aids immune function and its calcium content helps burn fat.

Sugar causes inflammation that can result in stiff, inflexible, sagging skin. Substitute tea or coffee with a cup of green tea and drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day for good health and beautiful skin.

Commit to exercise. No one wants to hear this, but exercise is vital to prevent skin sagging. It wards off depression too. Make time for at least 10 minutes of exercise everyday. Alternate with aerobics and yoga for maximum results.

Create constantly. Keep your self busy and occupied with something constructive. A busy mind helps regenerate brain cells and stimulates and expands brain power.

Think positive. Keep negativity at bay… make the effort to think positive at all times

Your skin reflects your inner health. Keep it clean, take vitamins, and avoid going out in the sun as exposure to UV radiations changes the skin’s structure. Use a good sunscreen with the right SPF.

Stop smoking. It is not only bad for your health but it also makes the skin age faster.

Sleep well. Sleeping produces more HGH (human growth hormone) which is beneficial to your skin. Try sleeping on your back to avoid wrinkles.

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GLOWING SKIN by Emily Taylor Marieclaire

January 5, 2011, 2:19 pm Emily Taylor marieclaire

Looking and feeling fabulous needn't take a lot of time or money. Emily Taylor asks the experts for their top tips to looking lit from within.

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If you're consistently fighting dullness, battling breakouts or at war with wrinkles, it might be time to take stock. According to Tabitha McIntosh, clinical nutritionist and naturopath from Awaken Your Health in Woollahra, Sydney, the appearance of your hair, skin and nails is significantly linked with your overall internal health. "When the body is dehydrated or lacking nutrition, it can manifest as sallow, congested skin that suffers blemishes, sensitivity, dryness or premature lines," she explains.

 Its not just about your Diet

And it's not just about your diet: Incorporating rituals into your everyday life to help reduce stress and promote happy thoughts and 'inner' emotional health has a significant effect on outer beauty.

Drink more water

It's no secret that increasing your intake of H2O is one of the cheapest and most effective beauty treatments you can try. "Your skin is reliant on good hydration - unmanaged, dehydration will definitely accelerate the ageing process," warns McIntosh. But how much is enough? "Your exact requirement depends on your body weight and physical activity - approximately 1.8 litres is a good goal for a 60 kilogram individual; consider bumping that up by another litre per hour of moderate-intensity exercise," she says. While you can't count caffeinated drinks as part of this intake, you can include herbal teas, which may offer an anti-oxidant boost as well. "A wonderful habit is to start your day with a glass of warm water with lemon to aid cleansing and boost your hydration," adds McIntosh.

Exercise for your soul

"Get up 30 minutes early and go for a brisk walk" is Sample's recommendation for an easy way to get glowing. She explains that you can use a regular morning stroll to wake up your body and mind and feel more energised. "It's also a great alternative to needing that coffee hit," she remarks. Use the time to breathe the fresh air, make the most of your natural surroundings and take half an hour for yourself, free from mobile phones, emails and the demands of the day ahead, she suggests.

Eat smarter

It's a fact - diet makes a difference. "To keep your skin looking soft and supple, include plenty of good oils in your diet - omega-3s from oily fish, raw nuts and seeds, flaxseed and chia seed - as well as anti-oxidant-rich foods, such as berries, red capsicums, dark green vegetables, fresh herbs, turmeric and green tea," advises McIntosh. She adds that anti-oxidants work to neutralise skin-harming elements, and can help to prevent wrinkles, resist infection and keep your complexion looking fresh and clear. In addition, she cites zinc as an essential mineral for healthy skin - find it in oysters, mussels, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds. You should also consider cutting back on alcohol and sugar, and remember that excessive caffeine consumption "depletes the body's natural reserves of vitamins, especially vitamin C, which is responsible for collagen formation", points out McIntosh.

Get serious about rest

"Hitting the sack before 10pm for eight hours of quality sleep is a wonderful gift to your skin," enthuses McIntosh. "It can improve your complexion and boost your immune function." Maximise your repose with this simple ritual that Sample swears by: "An hour or two before going to bed, add a few drops of sleep-inducing essential oils such as lavender to an oil burner in your bedroom; brew a small cup of calming herbal tea and relax on the couch with a good book," she says. "When it's time to go to bed, your bedroom will be filled with a sleep-inducing aroma. Remember to blow out the candle of the oil burner before relaxing into a tranquil sleep

While fresh air and sunshine are essential to enhancing your wellbeing, be sure they don't cost your complexion. "Put on a hat and a small amount of 'physical' SPF 15+ sunblock before leaving the house to minimise any sun damage," advises McIntosh. "Physical" sunscreen is one that creates a block between your skin and the sun’s rays using UV filters zinc oxide or titanium dioxide - they're a smart choice if you have sensitive or easily irritated skin. And never be tempted to tan. Instead, opt for a fake tanner that will add radiance without the damage, and be sure to exfoliate with an oil-free scrub, such as Garnier Bodytonic Sugar Scrub, $11.95, before applying the most believable colour. Try Naked Tan Goddess Bronze Self-Tanner, $29.95, Skin O2 SPF 30+ Facial Tint Light Moisturising Cream, $39.95, or Wotnot SPF 30+ Sunscreen, $25.95, for natural-based options.

Enlist essential oils

"The power of scent is unbelievably effective when it comes to your mood," asserts Sample. "Essential oils stimulate receptors in the nose, which relay messages to the limbic system, the part of your brain that regulates emotions." Soothe your worries with neroli - it's regarded as one of the most effective sedative and antidepressant remedies in helping with states of anxiety and depression", states Sample. Choose lavender, which can help with insomnia, or boost your mood with the scent of lemon, reputed to lift the spirits and overcome mental fatigue. "Just remember to make sure that they are 100 per cent pure essential oils, and not fragrant oils," she adds.

Spoil yourself sometimes

While a healthy diet is essential for a flawless face, a little indulgence is also important. "Eating 90 per cent for the body and 10 per cent for the soul is a wise old adage," notes McIntosh. "By ensuring that the majority of the food you consume is within the healthy range, it allows for the odd treat to satisfy your mind, soul and social life." She lists an anti-oxidant-packed green or white herbal tea with 20 grams of dark chocolate as one of her favourite fixes.

Take time out
Stress can wreak havoc on your complexion, showing up as dark circles, dull skin, and even dermatitis. Ease anxiety by making an effort to be a little kinder to yourself. "Set aside some 'you' time to do something you enjoy; take a few moments each day to think of all the positive things you have in your life; smile," suggests Sample. Not only will you feel calmer, you'll look better, too.

Excepts from Emily Taylor Marieclaire's article.

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