Natural Beauty Inside Out
I have been receiving a number of emails from readers asking me to help them evaluate their choice of sunscreens; most of the questions centered around whether their product of choice offer sufficient broad spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays. I have actually written an entry regarding the effective active ingredients in a sunscreen but today, I’ll talk about three groups of active ingredients which I consider to be the best for sunscreens.
A while ago, my husband had some skin issues. He was suffering from irritant contact dermatitis, which is skin inflammation caused by direct contact with a particular substance. His skin became red with rashes and they were spreading and itching badly. The cause of his skin ailment was traced to the body soap he was using and once he stopped using that, his condition stabilized. However, the itching on his skin did not stop and was particularly worse in the middle of the night. Although he was using a topical cream to help relieve the itch, it wasn’t that useful.
I received an email from fellow blogger, Heather of 365 Days of Style, introducing her new site and her free guide on 12 Simple Separates Technique of Wardrobe Management. It’s rather useful because I learn how I can use only 12 garments to create enough clothing combinations to last for about two months with no repeat performances. And you can get a different look every day just by choosing 3 basics from your current closet, then adding in three capsules of 3 garments each.
Heard of Allantoin? Used it in your skin care products before? Do you know if yours came from plant extracts or from snails? Yes it’s true! Allantoin is also the primary extract of snail’s secretion and it’s purported to help increase your skin’s softness and smoothness and are totally safe. Disgusted? Well, this is less repulsive if you were to compare it with beauty products containing whale vomit or bull semen.
While I do enjoy going for my beauty and wellness treatments, but there are certain things about the aftermath of these experiences that irk me. And it doesn’t matter where I go because I can’t run away from these little pains. I don’t know how others can arrange a date or meeting after receiving such services because for me, I just want to go home immediately.
I'm Sesame and Viva Woman is a Singapore beauty blog with an interest in natural, organic skincare and cosmetics that is updated daily with a weekend edition of fashion commentaries. Established in 2006, this blog has also been listed as one of the top 25 beauty blogs globally according to Babble.com.
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