Cleanse or not cleanse?

In my previous post on understanding your skin, today we are going to talk about the good and the bad about cleansing your face.

First of all, we need to understand this thing called the Acid Mantle.

Acid Mantle is the thin, slightly acidic film on the surface of our skin. It is made up of our oil + sebum. it's purpose is to act as a barrier to bacteria, viruses and other potential contaminants that tries to penetrate our skin. Due to its slight acidity, this Acid Mantle helps to neutralise the chemical effects of these contaminants as they are primarily alkaline.

This is why babies to infants and even to children are not advised to use special cleansers to clean their faces. Many times the reason we give is because they are still young. But really, we need to know that we are created in a very amazing way where this Acid Mantle is like a God given protection for our skin.

Then what happens when we enter our puberty years? The food we eat, the stress in school, hormonal changes and imbalance causes this Acid Mantle to be imbalance due to the unequal amount of oil and sebum being produced at different parts of our faces. Very often you hear people will say T-zone oily. That is because our T-zone have got more oil glands compared to our cheeks and neck area.

When you cleanse your face,

you are literally removing this layer of Acid Mantle together with the impurities you feel on your skin. Meaning, your skin will be left 'bare'... unprotected... Therefore, if you wash your face with a good cleanser and do not apply any toner or moisturiser, then i would say that your skin is are a worse or dangerous state. Then it would have been better that you did not wash your face at all.

How harmful are the dirt on your face (When you have your Acid Mantle)? Less harmful than the contaminants that can penetrate your face when the Acid Mantle is being removed.

How long does it take for the new layer Acid Mantle to build up? It takes 4 hours before this natural defence is being built up again.

What is the purpose of a moisturiser? Moisturisers are meant to 'act-as' an Acid Mantle to your skin immediately after you wash your face. To protect your skin from bacteria, viruses and other potential contaminants that tries to penetrate our skin.

What about the different kind of moisturisers? I will explain that in my future post on moisturisers so stay tune. :)

In conclusion, cleanse or not cleanse? If you will be diligent to apply moisturisers, YES please cleanse you face with a good cleanser that suits your skin! But if you are too lazy to apply moisturisers or do not have a moisturiser that is suitable for your skin, then it is better for you to have not cleanse your face.

My next post will be on what are the different kinds of cleansers and how to identify which is for you. :)

Make them well

All of us love our nails to look beautiful so that we can put on the latest nail colors out on the street, with our open toes shoes that gives people a nice view of our nail design!

However, it is common nowadays for people to experience nail disorder but yet most of the time, they are left embarrass of their toes. Instead of looking for solutions, some end up stop going to manicure or pedicure services so that people will not find out about their problems.

Without proper care, these conditions will eventually become worse! Do you have nail problems that look like these? Or someone you know, is having nail problems?

These are some of the nail infections and disorders, caused by bacteria, fungus, mold, yeast and viruses. It may sound a little scary but there is always a solution to everything!

Recently i had a friend who is having this problem so i went to search out for solution for her and i came upon a this item known as the Dr. G Clear Nails. Some of you might have heard of this but did not try it, this is really good!

Dr. G Anti-fungal active agent found in this solution, that kills bacteria, fungus, mold, yeast and viruses. It uses a patented delivery system that penetrates to the site of infection without using harsh acids, alcohols and carries no odor. Because of this patented delivery system, there are also not a need to remove your nail polish, acrylic or gel nails during application! This is tested and proven by doctors and salons. You just need to apply it twice a day around the entire nail, over your cuticle area and under the free edge of your nail.

Retail price for an authentic piece is US$27. I would like to extend this to help as many people as possible. So if you are having problems with your nails, do not know where to get this, have difficulties getting this item or this item is not sold in your country? Just leave me a feedback or comments with your personal email address, i will contact you through your email. This is not about business, but a solution. I will bear the shipping charge to send it to wherever you are! The shipping fees will be considered a little gift from me to you.

You are important because you deserve it!