NATURAL BEAUTY

REDUCING SKIN SENSITIVITY

By J. L. Thompson

Alot of people have problems with their skin when they use certain skincare products or makeup. Because of this sensitivity, they avoid those products in the future, figuring that this will solve the problem. However, the reason for the skin sensitivity is often less a matter of the products themselves and more a matter of bad skincare habits. If you break out in rashes or zits after using a skincare or makeup product, it is a good idea to figure out if your reaction is actually a reaction to those products or if it is really caused by something else. After all, you can't take care of the problem if you don't understand the cause. Read on to learn skincare tips that could make your skin less prone to breaking out. Hydrate Your Skin If your skin is prone to dryness, it is also more prone to developing rashes. Drink at least eight glasses of water a day, and apply a hypoallergenic moisturizer daily to keep your skin moist. Properly hydrated skin resists cracking and keeps allergens from getting inside where they can cause problems.

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Eat Food that's Good for Your Skin

Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Not only do they help keep your skin hydrated, they also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals that help keep your skin healthy. Avoid eating a lot of spicy food or drinking a lot of alcohol or caffeinated drinks, because these things can make your skin more sensitive. Limit Your Exposure to the Sun

Sun exposure can make sensitive skin more prone to reddening and cracking. Make sure to apply sun protection whenever you go outside. Using umbrellas, hats, and sunglasses will also protect your skin from getting too much sun. Be Careful of Air Conditioning and Heating

Your skin may also need protection inside. If your home has air conditioning or forced air heating, you will need to be vigilant about keeping your skin moisturized. Both of these kinds of temperature control can dry out your skin. Drink plenty of water and apply moisturizer frequently. Avoid Skin Products with Synthetic Fragrances and Artificial Colors

Fragrances and dyes are in skin care products because they supposedly make the products more appealing. They do not actually do anything for your skin, though, and they can even cause allergic reactions, making your skin more sensitive.

Avoiding skincare products and makeup because they make your skin break out is not taking care of your skin problem, it is just avoiding the problem. If you take better care of your skin, you might not only avoid bad reactions to these products, you can also reduce the risk of sudden rashes and acne breakouts from other causes. Try these skincare tips and see if they make your skin problems go away. However, a persistent skin problem that does not respond to anything is a matter for a dermatologist.

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THE SEVEN BIG REASONS TO PRACTICE Weight Training By Ryan Carlton

BY REPUTATION, IT MIGHT BE ASSUMED THAT WEIGHT TRAINING IS SOLELY THE DOMAIN OF SUPER-BUFF FITNESS FANATICS. IN REALITY, STRENGTH TRAINING IS ONE OF THE BEST FORMS OF EXERCISE THERE IS–FOR EVERYONE. ANYONE WHO CARES ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND WELLBEING SHOULD DO SOME WORK WITH WEIGHTS. READ ON TO FIND THE SEVEN POWERFUL, IMPORTANT REASONS TO TAKE UP WEIGHT TRAINING. 1.IT SLOWS AGING. While the negative effects of aging can never be stopped, they can be mitigated. Muscle mass decreases as the years pass. The best way to counteract this trend is to practice strength training. Besides fighting frailty and weakness, working with weights also helps maintain balance and coordination. 2.STRONGER BONES. You can't directly strengthen your bones. Instead, bones becomes stronger and larger as muscles grow (albeit at a much slower pace). Lifting weights will increase bone density, making the skeletal system stronger and more resistant to fractures. Having strong bones becomes ever more important as the years pass and age-related conditions like osteoporosis become a greater risk. 3.IT BURNS CALORIES. Working out with weights doesn't get the heart pumping nearly as much as does aerobic exercise. However, it still does burn a decent amount of calories–and every bit helps. In addition, greater muscle mass results in a faster resting metabolism. Muscle cells burn calories at a relatively high rate even when the body is not undergoing exertion. 4.YOU'LL LOOK BETTER. We all care about how we look. Pretending otherwise is pointless. Gaining muscle is one of the best ways to become more attractive. While this is particularly true for men, women also look better with a stronger, more toned body. Being attractive extends

beyond simply how you look in the mirror, as well. Looking good increases confidence and self-respect. 5.PROTECTION FROM

INJURY AND

PAIN. A stronger body is more capable of resisting injury. Many common injuries and conditions occur at least partially because of weak, inadequate muscles. For example, chronic back pain is often the result of muscles that are incapable of properly supporting the lower back. 6.YOU'LL BE HAPPIER. Weight training, like any exercise, is an incredible way to enhance psychological wellbeing. That's because working out triggers the release of endorphins, the brain chemicals associated with positive emotions. Exercise is thus the best natural stress reliever there is. Overcoming challenges also enhances psychological resilience. 7.GREATER STRENGTH. Obviously, the most direct benefit of weight training is added strength. Aside from the self-confidence strength can bestow, being stronger has practical, real-world advantages. Many common, everyday body movements depend upon bodily strength. Think of carrying groceries, household chores, carrying children, or yard work.

Everyone should be interested in healthy living–and everyone interested in healthy living should be interested in weight training. Doing weight work is simply one of the best ways to enhance the body's abilities, maintain health and aid wellbeing.

Strength training is one of the best forms of exercise there is–for everyone.