As women are experiencing ever increasing demands on their time, many have opted out of using a toner in their daily skin care regime and only use cleansing and moisturising as the key steps to keeping their skin looking healthy, vibrant and young. This is however a big mistake, as toning is a very important…
CDTA supporters of stimulating the natural production of antioxidants claim that natural antioxidants provide better protection against the damaging effects of free radicals than taking antioxidant supplements. One concern this group has is that the triggering mechanisms for the production of natural antioxidants can be desensitized by the over use of antioxidant supplements. The belief…
Desiring the Pale By the time the Tang dynasty rolled around, the women of the Imperial Court had turned skin care and cosmetic application into a fine art form. Borrowing artistic techniques from the Buddhism that had spread throughout the country, women turned themselves into gilded statues, complete with smooth, porcelain skin and facial appliques….
As previously noted, many anti-oxidants are essential nutrients. Natural anti-oxidants, like vitamin C and E, work synergistically. Anti-oxidants may be more effective if obtained from a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Nutritionists recommend eating 6 or more daily servings of anti-oxidant rich fruits and vegetables. Everyone agrees the use of antioxidant supplements for anti-aging…
