We look like our parents because we inherit the genes from them. But this is a little known fact that the patterns of ageing are not because of these genes.

Dermatologist, Dr. Jeanine B. Downie, of the American board of Dermatology recently found out that the genes we inherit are not at all responsible for the fine lines and wrinkles.

Dr. Downie says the reason behind such ageing is external and is caused due to smoking, prolonged sunlight exposure, lack of water in the body and stress.

A study was conducted recently to test reasons behind skin cancer by Skin Cancer Foundation in America and it was found out that around 40% of adults of America did not use any form of sunscreen while going out in the sun.

Dr. Downie sunscreen provides a shield against skin ageing. She says that a sunscreen at least of SPF 15 should be used by all people each day without fail irrespective of ethnic backgrounds and daily weather conditions of their city in order to prevent wrinkles and fine lines from appearing early.

If you have acne problems, then you know how tiresome they can be. Sometimes you might have new acne propping up, and usually when people talk to you, their eyes go to your acne.

So it’s a little embarrassing to have such a skin problems. However with the right acne and skin care, you can do wonders to improve the quality of your skin, and make sure you never suffer from acne again.

Some suffer from ice pick scars – which look more or less like giant pores. They are so named because it looks as if the skin has been jabbed with an ice pick. Actually, what has happened is that the pore has been destroyed by acne which was deeply embedded in the skin – this worked its way to the surface and destroyed the live cells. There are also acne pit scars – which are indented like wider shallow pits, these have been caused by the formation of cysts which destroyed the skin – they leave behind scar tissue. And then some people have raised scars – which happens when one has several cysts together, the raised scar tissue is formed on the skin’s surface.

There are many ways through which getting acne free can be made to be quite easy. Recent reports suggest that at least 85% of teenagers suffer from acne.

This mayhem to their complexion is usually caused by hormonal imbalance but according to renowned dermatologists, those can be brought back to balance with the right order of maintenance. Dr. Erin Welch, skin specialist who has been working and researching about teenage acne, has suggested that acne can be easily cleared with the right combination of key ingredients in skin care products and the following of a regular skin care routine.

The active key ingredients which have been termed to bring prominent and positive results in acne care and cleansing of complexion are: benzoyl peroxide and salicyclic acid. Clearing acne in teen thus becomes an easier job when the awareness about the right ingredients along with the consciousness to bring healthier lifestyle, can be incorporated.

A lot of teenagers live by instant gratification of results without long term benefits which are not the easiest and best solutions.

Your feet are those organs of your body which can have the most intense affects of drying as they can become crack and too rough.

The causes of cracked heel may be different but the results are mainly same which are; the skin becomes thicken and eventually it becomes cracked, this condition can become really painful and unappealing.

In order to avoid this situation try to take as much care of your heels as possible, preventing your heels from dryness is not a very difficult task but it require attention which you should provide because the cracked heels also impacts the overall personality and looks along with the pain and suffering.

I am fed up with my face’s pimples’ this is a statement that is used by 90% percent of adolescents and the reason behind it is same for all ‘Acne’.

Common Acne is the problem that is associated with pimples and dark spots on face and teenagers are one of the main victims of this problem.

Acne problems are mostly caused because of the daily dust particles that are present in the atmosphere and if this dust is not removed from the pores of skin then it becomes pimples. In this article some suggestions have been provided for those people who want to avoid the acne problems.

Every one dreams for fresh, sparkling and attractive skin that will make you look more gorgeous and good looking. Acne scars can be a major hassle to anybody as it gives the idea of a bad skin complexion and sometimes causes a blow to one’s self confidence.

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If you are one of the victims those are facing with acne problems. Then you should find perfect solution for it. Acne scars is seditious skin disease that affects skin oil glands causing pimples.

Skin Care Tonics

For keeping your skin healthy natural skin tonic will definitely create some noticeable difference. You will easily get various skin tonics at your nearest market place, but mostly those contain chemicals, which could be harmful for your skin. Natural processes are always a great option.

•    Cucumber tonic:

Take a half peeled cucumber & wash it well. Now liquidize it properly. Take a saucepan to boil the juice. Allow it to simmer for almost five minutes. Take it off from the heat & let it cool down completely & filter it. For 2 tbsp cooked juice pour almost 1 tbsp of witch hazel. Remember to keep the juice in your refrigerator.

Astringents

For people suffering from acne prone, oily skin astringent comes as an excellent remedy. It has the potential to remove the extra sebum as well as is able to soak in the pores. Always remember to apply astringents after you wash your face. Astringents have also been found to be beneficial for removing dead skin cells. You will easily get various astringents in the market, but most of them contain harmful chemicals, so homemade options are always an outstanding idea.

Lemon orange astringent:

• Ethanol alcohol- ¾ cup
• Orange- ½ (sliced thinly)
• Lemon- ½ (sliced finely)

Method:

In your blender pour the alcohol along with orange & lemon. Allow it to blend until the ingredients crushed completely. Use the cheese cloth or a strainer to stain the mixture & store it into a jar. You can use it till 6 months in your refrigerator.

Herbal Moisturizer

Moisturiser is necessary for skin, specially in dry winter season it gives you some relief. You can easily get various moisturisers in market, but most of them are containing chemicals, which can be harmful for your skin. Herbal moisturisers are the best option for your skin.

Sunflower cream:

Ingredients/components:

• Borax- ½ tsp
• Lanolin- 4 tsp
• Water- 6 tbsp
• Sunflower oil- 5 tbsp
• Emulsifying wax- 2 tsp
• Glycerine- 2 tsp

Skin

Proper nutrition’s as well as vitamins are the best options to keep your skin healthy as well as smooth. Beautiful skin always improves your appearance without any extra make-up. These minerals & vitamins also help you in curing various skin disorders.

• For wound healing process vitamin C has been found to be quite beneficial. It also helps you to improve your immune system. Vitamin C is able to revive your skin.
• Vitamin A has been found to be quite effective for recovering your damaged tissues as well as it has the potential to make your skin healthy. For curing acne as well as dry skin problems vitamin A is quite a good option. For treating wrinkles vitamin A is a popular ingredient.