Archive for the ‘Skin Problems’ Category

 
Posted in Skin Problems on July-1-2008

Skin CancerSkin cancer is one of types of cancer. Skin cancer is a cancer that attacks the condition of the skin. There are three types of skin cancer, there are basal cell skin cancer, squomous cell skin cancer and the dangerous malignant melanoma. According to the medical research people with fair skinned have more risk of developing skin cancer compared to the dark skinned, as skin cancer is very closely related to skin pigmentation.

Contact with direct sunlight continously is said the cause of skin cancer. The main concern in the direct rays of sunlight is the UV radiation.

Protection against skin cancer is probably easier than the protection against other types of skin cancer. Still, a number of people ignore it and become target of this dreaded disease. Here is a list of things that can protect you from skin cancer:

1. Clothing: Since skin cancer is caused by prolonged contact of UV rays with your skin, the more you cover your skin with clothing, the lesser is your risk of developing skin cancer. Full sleeved clothes, long skirts and trousers, big hats/caps, high necks etc are all helpful in preventing skin cancer.

2. Sun screen lotion: There are a number of skin care products available in markets that offer effective protection against skin cancer. Sun screen lotions and creams that have a SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 15 or more are much recommended for use.

3. Avoid exposure to UV rays: This is the best protection against skin cancer. If you can time your outdoor activity during those periods when the UV rays are less intense, you are automatically protected against UV rays. Thus getting out either early in the mornings of later in the evenings is the best.

4. Diet: Carotenoid fruits and vegetables are also known to help prevent skin cancer.

There are many techniques for protection against skin cancer can only reduce your risk of contacting skin cancer. If you are really unlucky (or if you have not taken the protective measures against skin cancer), you might still get affected by skin cancer. In such a case, early detection can make the difference between curability and non-curability. Timely consultation with a qualified doctor, regular check-ups and accurate diagnosis can prevent skin cancer from becoming really dangerous for you.




 
Posted in Skin Problems on January-9-2008

Acne TreatmentThe best acne treatment is a natural product. Th natural acne treatments are more friendly to the face skin. The herbal ingredients that heals the acne include sage, yarrow, coltsfoot, wild thyme, horsetail, althea, and balm mint. Aloe vera also known as a skin healer that often be found in acne products.

Although some essential oilsare harsh for skin, a good acne treatment products might include oils such as lavender, rose, tangerine, and geranium. These are not only healing to the skin, but will make the product smell great, too.

The acne treatment products with transdermal system will include vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, Vitamin E, and pro vitamin B5. The transdermal system will make all the vitamins be absorb into the skin and treat the acne. A good acne treatment product will also have a nourishment and nutrition for the skin. The skin tends to reveal the health of a person.

But even the best acne treatment product can cure the acne problems, they are not a magic tools that can heal and vanish the acne in a short time. Using the acne treatment products inconsistently won’t cure the acne well. It will be better to use the treatment product daily and take the vitamin supplements and never forget to clean your face everyday.