to look our best for holiday events, it’s the perfect time to replace the old, rigorous cleanse-tone-moisturize routine with a savvy new approach to skin care.
tlc: tender loving cleansing
Choose a natural cleanser that is free of sodium lauryl sulfate and other harsh surfactants. These strip the lipids that protect and moisturize the skin. Lipids contain essential fatty acids and are an important component of our cells. Vigor- ous scrubbing can strip them away and cause the skin to dry out. Use a soft clean washcloth and lukewarm water to gently cleanse the skin. Avoid daily cleansers that contain scrub- bing grains, especially those containing nut particles, as these can damage skin. The latest research shows that aggressive facial exfoliation actually causes the skin to age faster. Dr. Ben Johnson, MD, and author of Transform Your Skin Naturally, explains that the body interprets strong exfoliation as an assault. This triggers an emergency response to repair the epider- mis, and uses the limited nutrients that would normally be directed to repair aging at the deeper dermal level. He believes a mild exfoliation once a month is sufficient. Herbal clay or fruit enzyme masques pro- vide a gentle way to exfoliate in harmony with the skin’s natural process. While once per week use is typical, masques should be applied even less frequently to drier, more mature skin. Be sure to re- move clays before they harden—you can rinse your face in the shower.
A New way to tone
Traditional toners should be avoided due to their skin-drying qualities. Even for oily skin, a toner containing alcohol is too severe to use full-strength. Witch hazel can also be overly drying for mature skin. If you have a toner with good ingredients, dilute it with an equal amount of distilled water—it will be less drying and half
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Conscious Care for Great Winter Skin D
by Barbara Carr Brossman
ry indoor air and freezing outdoor temperatures are definitely not face-friendly. And, as we all want
the cost. For even better results, switch to either plain, edible rosewater in an atomizer spray, or to a mineral spritz. Two of the best skin-nourishing mineral sprays are Sparkling Mineral Water Herbal Complexion Mist from Aubrey (Aubrey-
organics.com), and SkinSpritz by Miner- alogie (
mineralogie.biz). These are also great makeup finishing sprays and travel refreshers
moisture close to Nature
While creams and lotions claim moisturizing fame, be sure to check ingredients carefully. Mineral oil and petrolatum are occlusive ingredients that can destroy vitamin A and cause skin breakouts. Although they technically hold moisture in, they do not permit the skin to breathe. Look instead for light lotions that contain natural humectants such as hyaluronic acid and NaPCA - which at- tract moisture from the air. For purists, and the economy-minded, a
simple natural emollient is jojoba. Jojoba plants produce liquid wax esters similar to the natural restorative esters that come from the skin’s sebaceous glands. A prime source is Hoba Care (jojobacompany. com), an unrefined extract of jojoba seeds which is high in vitamin E. Although it looks and feels like oil, it absorbs well, won’t clog pores and is suitable for all skin types. Try it for moisture under makeup and at night. You can also dab it on dry or chapped lips.
don’t leave home without it
Yes, even though it is wintertime, remember sunscreen! Wear a high-SPF mineral makeup, or use a top-quality moisturizing sunscreen that is natural and chemical-free.
Barbara Carr Brossman is a holistic Licensed Esthetician. She can be reached at 919-845-4385.
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919.845.4385
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Our philosophy? No abrasive or chemical quick fixes that damage your skin over time. We believe in using exceptional natural and organic products with long-term therapeutic benefits and visible good results.”
- Barbara Carr Brossman Holistic Licensed Esthetician
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