Are Japanese skincare products the best?  Certainly some japanese skincare ingredients are. Their secrets our now out in the open.  But, only a few companies were paying attention.  Skincare company I discovered certainly took notice and now use the ingredients.  More about that at the end of this article.  First the secrets.

The Japanese have the longest average life span in the world.  More than 30,000 Japanese people are over 100 years of age.  Take some examples from the population and do a few things that may help you live longer and look better.  
 
Japanese Skincare Secret #1

Protect your face from the sun.  This “secret” is not limited to the Japanese population.  Native peoples from all over the world have found fruits and vegetables that could be ground into butter or expressed for their oils.

These plant compresses have been used to heal sunburns, as well as provide protection against burning.  Researchers have evaluated the natural chemical compounds in these plants and shown that they DO, in fact, provide some natural protection from UV rays of sunlight.

For example, a component of Wakame kelp (a favorite food in Japan) contains something called “sulfated polyfucose”.  The compound protects the skin from UV ray and environmental pollutants that increase the production of free radicals. Free radicals cause of wrinkles, sagging and skin-cancer.

Japanese Skincare Secret #2

Eat right!  What does eating right have to do with you appearance?  Everything that you eat basically “shows up” on your face.  But, it’s not just about your skin; it’s about your overall health.

The world’s oldest man (who lives in Japan, by the way) was recently interviewed about his diet.  He said that he loves to eat.  His favorite foods were vegetables and shrimp.  We could learn a lesson from this man.

Many doctors believe that this type of diet will increase your longevity.  Some of them also believe it will protect your skin from aging.  One doctor has a so-called anti-wrinkle diet.  Whether or not it actually removes wrinkles or not, I can’t say, but I can tell you that antioxidant-rich foods (fruits, vegetables and seafood) prevent and repair free radical damage.  They are like the body’s construction workers.  Skincare ingrediednts should be ’safe enough to eat’.
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Japanese Skincare Secret #3

I would have to say that Wakame Kelp is the number one beauty secret that comes to us from Japan.  The kelp is rich in minerals and vitamins, but it plays another role on the skin’s surface.

Cream containing extracts from the wakame kelp have been shown in laboratory studies to increase levels of hyaluronic acid in the skin.  An amino acid protein, hyaluronic acid is responsible for the skin’s elasticity and smoothness.  It gives “tone”.

You will see many firming lotions on the market that include hyaluronic acid, but not many that contain wakame.  Applying hyaluronic acid to the skin is only so effective because of an enzymatic reaction that quickly breaks the protein down.

The kelp extract blocks that enzymatic reaction, so levels of hyaluronic acid naturally rise.  A 52% reduction in the enzymatic reaction has been seen in as little as five days of use.
That’s all of the Japanese skincare secrets that I have for today. Look for more information references in the resource box.  Look for “Phytessence” Wakame.  It’s a new product.

Margaret Bell
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There are many wonderful, holistic reasons for choosing organic skincare products. The reasons range from wanting to reduce the number of chemicals on your skin, for your health, skin sensitivity or just based on personal principals.

The problem facing most consumers wanting to purchase genuine organic skincare products, rather than those making “organic” claims, is that a standard for the certification and labelling of organic skincare products is not available.

Currently in Australia, the only organic certification available for skin care products is a general food standard. This requires 95% of all ingredients, other than the water component, to be organically certified. Water generally makes up to 70% of total ingredients in many skincare creams. Therefore 95% of the remaining 30% of ingredients need to be organically certified.

Only a few Australian products have been certified to these very strict and sometimes impractical rules for food standards. It has been argued by some manufacturers, that to achieve the 95% certified rating is counter productive to producing an effective skin product.

Currently unrecognised are many skincare products with over 50% organic ingredients which cannot be certified, even though they have been manufactured by passionate organic supporters to the highest organic and natural principles.

Essentially, to make a cream for skin, there are two main components (oil and water) which need to be blended. A synthetic emulsifier is used to blend the oil and water components. Emulsifiers can make up to 20% of an ingredient mix other than water. Hence the catch 22, to make a cream which really penetrates and moisturises the deep layers of the skin with beautiful organic vegetable and essential oils, you need a synthetic emulsifier. Purestuf uses an emulsifier created from olive oil which is synthesised to form the emulsifier.

The cream also requires a preservative, so that it will not go mouldy in your bathroom cabinet. This is one area which really distinguishes skincare products. The organically passionate manufacturers use natural preservatives like grapefruit seed extract whereas other manufacturers add chemical preservatives containing parabens and other nasties to their products.

Organic skincare products produced and sold with integrity by the passionate manufacturers aim to be free from chemicals such as parabens, formaldehyde, petrochemicals etc. and made from as many natural and certified organic ingredients as possible.

Australian (and most overseas) manufacturers are not compelled to disclose the percentage of organic ingredients in their products. The word organic is not protected by any law about its use in terms of marketing claims. Often these other so called organic products, contain a very low percentage of organic ingredients and have many chemical additives, which are not good for you or your skin.

So what is being done to eliminate the confusion?

A group of leading Australian skincare product manufacturers (including Purestuf Natural Skincare) are currently working together to formulate a standard which can be certified by any one of the 7 Australian organic certifiers.

Until then – read labels and look for products which don’t include parabens, petrochemicals, sulphates, fragrances and clearly list the organic ingredients such as essential oils, vegetable oils.

For the time being, for consumers it is a matter of instinct, trust and reading the labels.

Chrissy Birdsall
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There are many people who think that natural skincare products cannot be scientific. But they are missing out on one important thing that the benefits of both science and nature can be rolled into one as science can complement nature.

In nutritional and herbal products of natural skincare, you are not eating the plant as a whole unit. You are just taking an extract of the herb. And this extract is very potent and effective. This is an example of science complementing nature in natural skincare, as processing brings out the best of both worlds.

And it is also true that there is atleast some amount of processing that takes place, so natural skincare products cannot be called 100% natural, even if all of the ingredients are totally natural.

We can see that the effectiveness of natural skincare products can be highly enhanced by this natural processing.

Natural Skincare Substances with Amazing Qualities

We will take a look at some ingredients of natural skincare that can work wonders for you-

One of the best natural skincare substances is Cynergy TK. It is produced in New Zealand. A company has discovered a breakthrough process by which Cynergy TK, which is rich in vital skin protein called Keratin, has been made readily absorbable by human skin.

It has been described as good as applying “liquid skin” due to its amazing results on volunteers in clinical trials-

·    It enhances the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin. This give us natural skincare as collagen and elastin are the proteins responsible for keeping our skin firm, supple and elastic.
·    It improves skin elasticity and skin moisture retention.
·    It leads to regrowth of new skin cells!

Another one of them is Phytessence Wakame. It is an extract of a special type of Japanese sea kelp. It is a part of natural skincare products that I personally use.

Phytessence Wakame has shown various amazing anti aging properties-

·    It works as a powerful antioxidant. It kills the free radicals in your skin before they do any damage to the skin. Antioxidants are an indispensable component of any natural skincare system.
·    It heals dry skin and impoves skin elasticity.
·    It blocks the activity of the dreaded enzyme Hyaluronidase. This enzyme is responsible for breaking down hyaluronic acid in the skin. And we do not want this to happen, as hyaluronic acid works with the two most important skin proteins called collagen and elastin to keep our skin soft, supple and elastic.

I have done an exhaustive research in my website on such natural skincare substances that play an effective and scientifically proven role in giving firm, soft, supple and young skin by enhancing the collagen and elastin production in our body itself.

The key to hidden secrets in natural skincare is to lookout for such natural skincare ingredients that have proven themselves very effective in anti aging in scientific studies. That is what separates the ordinary skin care anti aging products from the natural skincare products that work wonders for your skin.

Vijay Raisinghani
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/hidden-secrets-of-natural-skincare-can-work-wonders-for-your-skin-711658.html

Cosmetic companies seem to think that men’s skincare products can be just like women’s, as long as they have a “manly” fragrance.  There are some basic differences between a man’s face and a woman’s.  These differences need to be taken into consideration when creating men anti-aging skincare products.  Otherwise, they just won’t be effective and could eventually make your skin look worse.

Even if you are a young man, you want to use men’s skincare solutions that delay the signs of aging.  It’s just the safest and healthiest thing that you can do, as long as you know which ingredients to look for and which to avoid.  If you keep reading, that’s what you’ll learn.

Just for Men Anti-aging Skincare Ingredients:

I call them “just for men anti-aging skincare ingredients”, because they address the issues of redness and inflammation.  Those are two problems that most guys have, particularly those that shave.  If you’re a young man, you might not “see” it, but it is a problem.

Not only does chronic inflammation, which is largely due to shaving, negatively affect your appearance, it can also affect the skin’s long-term health.  Researchers now believe that chronic inflammation plays a major role in the development of cancerous cells.

So, men’s skincare creams that contain natural anti-inflammatories may also help prevent skin cancer.  If you also strive to use cleansers and shaving lubricants that contain safe and natural ingredients, then you’ll look better today and in the future.

Using a just for men anti-aging skincare cream every day, after you shave, instead of the alcohol-based aftershaves that most guys use, is an important step.  The ingredients to look for include witch hazel and capuacu butter. 

Witch hazel was once the most popular solution for aftershaves, but petroleum-based alcohols are cheaper and basically took over the market.  Witch hazel is a plant-derived astringent that has natural antibacterial and antioxidant activity.  It has been recommended for psoriasis, eczema, blisters, cracked skin, insect bites, poison ivy and cold sores.

Capuacu butter comes from a fruit, native to South America.  It helps to heal razor and sunburns, contains essential fatty acids that are needed to replenish the skin’s moisture content.    

Ingredients that Men’s Skincare Products Should Not Contain:

The biggest problem with petroleum based alcohols is that they strip the skin of its natural moisture, causing excessive dryness and making the skin’s cells more easily damaged.  They also increase redness and irritation.  Plant-based alcohols are a better choice, but most companies don’t use them, because they cost more.

You don’t need or want artificial preservatives in a men anti-aging skincare cream.  Natural vitamin E is an effective preservative and an important antioxidant that prevents the appearance of age spots and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  Again, companies don’t use it, because it costs more than artificial preservatives.  Added fragrances are also unnecessary and a common cause of allergic reactions.

There is a new line of men’s skincare creams that are safe and effective.  That’s what you need to look for. Visit my website today to learn more about the natural substances that are designed to keep men’s skin looking healthy and young.

Rachel Hammond
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/the-truth-about-mens-skincare-675289.html

You may be unaware that the new generation of natural skin care creams use advanced nano technology, that enables the best skincare ingredients to re-grow collagen skin cells naturally within your skin.

No doubt you’ve tried many different skin creams and moisturizers over the last few years. As you would expect some work better than others on your skin. A lot of them contain good natural moisturizing substances. However, the trend is for most of them to now include collagen as an ingredient.

These products then infer that the inclusion of this collagen will somehow help to reduce deep wrinkles, and within a short time they will be significantly reduced in size. This inference is misleading, because collagen molecules are too big to fit through your top skin layer and reach your internal collagen structure. Also they neglect to mention that collagen is not a stimulant to produce more collagen.

However, a very few of the best skincare products can accomplish this task. One in particular that I’m aware of is manufactured by a New Zealand company. They use new breakthrough nano technology to convert natural keratin into a new ingredient called functional keratin”(TM)” that is contained in their substance Cynergy TK”(TM)”.

Functional Keratin in this natural form is bio-available to the body, and can therefore penetrate deep within your skin to reach and stimulate both collagen and elastin protein skin cell re-growth. This results in an increase in skin thickness and structural strength, plus your elastin will regain more of its elasticity and spring. Increasing these two proteins in this way will result in a gradual disappearance of fine lines and a reduction of deep wrinkles.

Cynergy TK is the most unique and optimal ingredient the best skincare cream will contain. Yet, a good quality natural skincare product should contain additional substances that can also positively affect collagen and elastin proteins. It must include emollients and antioxidants to fight free radical damage and moisturize your skin.

In my opinion, these days’ only natural skin care products containing collagen and elastin boosting ingredients can truly be regarded as the best skincare products available on the market.

At my website, I discuss more on the best skincare products and other natural ingredients that can help improve your skin, that I personally chose to use daily.

Kathryn M. Reid
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/the-best-skincare-creams-can-regrow-new-collagen-skin-cells-naturally-749376.html

Today’s market is flooded with skincare products that claim to be all-natural.  The truth is that many of these products are far from what they claim to be.  Truly natural skincare products are free of artificial perfumes, dyes, and chemicals.

Often, a product will claim to be natural when it is actually using synthetic versions of natural minerals and proteins.  With so many ingredients in each product, it may seem like a daunting task to find out if a product line is truly natural, but with my help, you will be able to weed out the artificial products with ease.

The best way to find out more about a product is to go to the manufacturer’s website.  An honest product will have a clear list of ingredients, as well as explanations of active ingredients and how they work to benefit you.  If you see alcohols and perfumes, you should typically be a little leery of the product.

In addition to being chemical in origin, alcohols actually dry out your skin and make it slightly irritated.  Perfumes are often made with chemicals as well, and some even have ingredients that can be toxic in large doses.  It is important to keep in mind that anything you put on your skin will also enter into your bloodstream as it is absorbed.

If a company’s website does not fully answer your questions, you still have ways to find out if the product is truly all-natural.  The first is to call the customer service number listed on the product’s packaging.  A product made by a reputable company will have someone available to answer and address any concerns you may have.  If this does not work, then use your Internet to perform searches on any ingredients you are not sure of.

Where all of this can get tricky is with certain proteins.  Keratin, for example is often a listed ingredient on natural skincare products.  Many companies use a man-made version of keratin that while structurally similar, is unrecognizable to the skin and therefore essentially useless in producing real results.

Some companies, however, use a wool derived form of Keratin called Functional Keratin that is close enough to the Keratin produced by our own bodies that the skin is able to use it to reduce wrinkles and promote skin firmness and elasticity.

A patented version of Functional Keratin known as CynergyTK uses a patented method of rendering the Keratin so that it is so much like human skin that it has actually been nicknamed liquid skin.  This is just one of the many proteins that you will have to look into when selecting a natural skincare cream or lotion.

If all of this sounds like a lot of work, rest assured that it is not.  Most of this research can be done from the comfort of your own home.  Once you find a natural skincare line that you believe in, that has shown documented results and has proven research, the work is over.

It is worth a great deal of homework to stop spending money on chemicals and products that simply don’t work.  What are you waiting for?  Look today and put your skincare worries to rest for good.

Betty Wolfe
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/natural-skincare-what-you-must-know-about-502963.html

Cosmetics, make up, perfume and beauty treatments are usually high up on the wish gift list of any woman, but choosing the right skincare gifts can be another minefield altogether. Most women have extremely personal tastes when it comes to beauty and skincare therefore you have to be sure to buy them something that they are going to love and use. Organic skincare is a real growth area with more and more women and men moving away from the harsh chemicals found in regular skincare products to reap the benefits and natural goodness found in organic products.

A natural and organic skincare Christmas gift could be exactly what your Mum or sister wants this Christmas. Plus it has the added bonus of showing that you have really thought about their present and come up with something that will be kind to their skin and the environment.

If your Mum, sister or friend has been complaining about having a particularly hectic holiday period or a stressful time at work you should be able to find a natural and organic skincare Christmas gift that will help to address this issue. There are usually organic gift sets available that are specifically for relaxing with essential oils like lavender and rose in them. You should also be able to find sets for nourishing, reviving, pampering or even detoxing – so they can make a fresh start in the New Year!

An increasing number of people are turning to organic skincare products due to the fact there is more and more research to support claims that the chemicals in regular cosmetics can actually be detrimental to your health. Frightening statistics are constantly emerging about the chemicals in cosmetics and what they can do to your body. When you think that more than a third of our personal care products contain at least one ingredient linked to cancer (according to The Environmental Working Group) in the long and short-term they will thank you for their natural and organic skincare Christmas gift.

Anne Marie Williams Nyr
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Finding the best natural skincare products is not as easy as it would seem. To truly find the best products you need understand what goes into them. I am not talking about the skin creams that are seen advertised on television. These are mass-produced by the large cosmetic companies using synthetic or chemical ingredients.

The best natural skincare products do not contain harmful chemicals, they contain natural ingredients designed to reduce the lines and wrinkles on your skin. There is some processing involved to manufacture the cream but that is it, no harmful additives.

As your skin ages, it loses the natural proteins that give it the firmness and elasticity associated with younger healthier skin. The only way to restore these proteins is to have your body naturally re-produce them. This can be done and the best natural skincare ingredients available can do just that. Where do you find products with these ingredients?

Let me tell you that you will not find products with the best natural skincare ingredients on the shelves of your favorite drug store. Finding the right skin care products is not hard if you know what to look for in a good skin product.

The ingredients are what make the best natural skincare products. Most people do not know what constitutes a good ingredient in a skin cream. Read on and I will give you some information on some natural substances that will work wonders for your skin by helping to reduce the lines and wrinkles that have formed over the years.

Have you heard of Phytessence wakame? It is an extract of Japanese sea kelp. It is one of the best natural skincare ingredients available. It acts as a powerful antioxidant that counters the damage done by free radicals. Free radicals cause cell damage in your skin, which is one of the causes of lines and wrinkles. This natural substance will also help heal dry skin and assist in the re-production of natural proteins in the skin.

Let’s move on to another of the best natural skincare ingredients. It is called Cynergy TK. It is derived from the wool of sheep in New Zealand. It contains keratin, which is an important protein that can be absorbed by your skin to help re-produce the skin’s own natural proteins.

If you would like more information on the best natural skincare products then visit my website where I go over the natural ingredients in more detail.

Tara Mathews
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/how-to-find-the-best-natural-skincare-system-669933.html

If you are looking for a more natural approach to your skincare routine, a honey facial is one of the best things that you can do. For many years throughout history, women have been using honey in their skincare routine. Manuka honey face gel has been discovered to be one of the best products that you can include in your skincare regimen to help your skin look great.

There are a number of recipes online that will give you tips on the best way to apply and use a honey facial. It is important that you use the products that are free of ingredients that could cause your skin more harm than good. Using natural products is one of the ways that you can avoid some of the problems that come from using these harmful chemicals. A honey facial should be made up of pure ingredients and no harsh chemicals. There are other ingredients that you can add to your facial, but make sure that the products that you try are free of chemicals and excessive fragrances.

A Manuka honey face gel is one product that you can try in your skincare routine that will give you great results if you are careful about the products that you buy. Do some research to find the ingredients that should be listed on your product and which ones should not be. It is not necessary to load down your skincare products with a lot of artificial fragrances and other ingredients. The more natural a product is the more likely it will be to provide you with the skincare that you need without the harmful effects of other products.

Make sure that you are consistent with your skincare routine. It isn’t necessary to use a honey facial everyday, but get a routine that includes this treatment every couple of weeks, or once a month. This will help your skin stay in good condition and look great all of the time. You will find that your skin is much softer and clearer when you use your products consistently.

Keep your diet healthy and well balanced while you are searching for your skincare products. This is one of the best things that you can do to ensure that your skin has the right nutrients to stay great looking. Your honey facial combined with a great diet will have you positively glowing.

Do some research on the best products that you can use for your skin. It is important that you use products that are designed to be used on your particular skin type. When you are searching through the stores you will find that there are products that are designed for specific problems and conditions. A honey facial is one of the products that you can use on your skin that is good for all skin types. It should be included in your overall plan for beautiful skin. Don’t forget to check the purity of the honey that you are using and don’t include any ingredients that could be harmful to your sensitive skin.

Dr. Valerie Rosenbaum
http://www.articlesbase.com/medicine-articles/a-honey-facial-is-one-of-the-best-natural-skincare-treatments-685207.html

Finding the best natural skincare products is not as easy as it would seem. To truly find the best products you need understand what goes into them. I am not talking about the skin creams that are seen advertised on television. These are mass-produced by the large cosmetic companies using synthetic or chemical ingredients.

The best natural skincare products do not contain harmful chemicals, they contain natural ingredients designed to reduce the lines and wrinkles on your skin. There is some processing involved to manufacture the cream but that is it, no harmful additives.

As your skin ages, it loses the natural proteins that give it the firmness and elasticity associated with younger healthier skin. The only way to restore these proteins is to have your body naturally re-produce them. This can be done and the best natural skincare ingredients available can do just that. Where do you find products with these ingredients?

Let me tell you that you will not find products with the best natural skincare ingredients on the shelves of your favorite drug store. Finding the right skin care products is not hard if you know what to look for in a good skin product.

The ingredients are what make the best natural skincare products. Most people do not know what constitutes a good ingredient in a skin cream. Read on and I will give you some information on some natural substances that will work wonders for your skin by helping to reduce the lines and wrinkles that have formed over the years.

Have you heard of Phytessence wakame? It is an extract of Japanese sea kelp. It is one of the best natural skincare ingredients available. It acts as a powerful antioxidant that counters the damage done by free radicals. Free radicals cause cell damage in your skin, which is one of the causes of lines and wrinkles. This natural substance will also help heal dry skin and assist in the re-production of natural proteins in the skin.

Let’s move on to another of the best natural skincare ingredients. It is called Cynergy TK. It is derived from the wool of sheep in New Zealand. It contains keratin, which is an important protein that can be absorbed by your skin to help re-produce the skin’s own natural proteins.

If you would like more information on the best natural skincare products then visit my website where I go over the natural ingredients in more detail.

Tara Mathews
http://www.articlesbase.com/skin-care-articles/how-to-find-the-best-natural-skincare-system-669933.html