tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35618569807743301172024-02-07T10:08:34.996+08:00Skin Care 101 BlogA helpful guide on skin care, beauty, and health.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10390578833294534623noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-63806727033061748292016-10-01T10:00:00.000+08:002016-10-03T12:24:05.259+08:00Product Revew: Chu Lip<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I first came across this trendy Japanese lip balm called Chu Lip during our visit in Tokyo. My sister and I couldn't resist its cute design so each of us bought one for ourselves! Unlike a regular lip balm, it's bigger and rounder. It comes with a variety of flavors. They have a fruity smell, which we both love! They are all colorless. This product does a great job on keeping my lips moisturized. Since it's bigger than a regular lip balm, it can last for several months. We loved it so much that we bought another one on our next visit to Japan!<br />
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Each costs 600 yen, or roughly 240 pesos. I bought them in a store called Loft (highly recommended!). I don't know if these lip balms are available locally.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chu Lip comes in many different flavors!</td></tr>
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Chu Lip is also available at <a href="http://amzn.to/2dltqa8" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.</div>
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Rainy Kuahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09134087235855495979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-54618877817194210342016-09-22T15:57:00.001+08:002016-09-22T16:32:05.402+08:00Product Review: The Face Shop Face It Power Perfection BB Cream<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">BB cream has been a part of my routine since it became a hype. BB cream got me covered during the many mornings when I am in a hurry. It's a great starter product if you're hesitant to try heavy duty makeup. It is also great for lazy girls who want to look good minus the hassles. If you're still not a BB cream user, why don't you give it a try?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In this post, I am going to give my impressions about a BB cream I've purchased months ago. My old BB cream, <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/02/product-revew-face-shop-face-it-aqua.html">The Face Shop Face It Aqua Tinted BB Cream</a>, was already used up. I was planning to purchase it again but the store ran out of the light beige shade. Instead of going home empty-handed, I bought another product from the same line, <b>The Face Shop Face It Power Perfection BB Cream.</b> Unlike the Aqua Tinted BB cream, Power Perfection BB cream comes in two sizes. The larger size is a bit more expensive than my previous BB cream so I bought the smaller size (I was feeling very frugal). Let's see how this product fares.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> The Face Shop Face It Power Perfection BB Cream (Light Beige)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Php 595.00 (The Face Shop) / 20ml (0.67 fl.oz), <a href="http://amzn.to/2dcQJoI" target="_blank">Amazon</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Phenyl Trimethcone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Isododecane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sodium Chloride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Iron Oxides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ozokerite, Hyexyl Laurate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Fragrance, Propylene Carbonate, Disodium EDTA, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis, Raspberry, Adenosine, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Xantham Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Alumina, Retinol, Linoleic Acid, Ceramide 3, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Beta-Glucan, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Dimethicone, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben, Hydrogenated Polyolefin, Caprylic Glycerides, Trethoxycaprylylsane, Schinus Terebinthifolus Beed Extract</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water-based formula with ingredients low in comedogenicity and irritancy rating. Contains fragrance, <a href="http://seriousskicnareblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/what-are-silicones.html" target="_blank">silicones</a>, and preservatives.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A BB Cream providing total skin treatment to achieve a "power perfection skin" by imparting proactive care to overall skin problems, including bagginess, roughness, and dryness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The small-size version of Power Perfection BB cream comes in a slender tube with an easy-to-control pump. A little pump releases a few amount, which is pretty economical. A few squirts are all you needed anyway. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The product is a light beige color and has a slightly runny and non-sticky texture. There is a faint powdery scent that is not overpowering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The BB cream feels really light and non-greasy which goes nicely with my oily skin. Although it already has sun protection, I still apply sunscreen before the BB cream. With or without a layer of moisturizer/sunscreen, I didn't see any difference in terms of the BB cream's appearance on my skin. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The BB cream's runny texture made it difficult to set in. With this BB cream, it's better to apply little by little with a tapping motion. That way, it would less likely form a clump on the rough areas. Make sure to blend well and use only a little amount as the product tends to leave powdery traces along lines and rough areas.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The BB cream has light coverage. It effectively minimizes my dark circle under the eyes as well as some acne spots. It appears light from the start but slowly adapts to my skin tone after setting in. The end-result appearance is semi-matte. Despite its lightweight formula, I still needed to blot a couple of times during the day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I noticed that the longer I'm wearing this, the more natural-looking it appears. So at the end of the day, my skin appeared to be brighter and healthier. However, this only applies during my fair skin days. When my skin is peeling badly, a close up look would reveal some pigments from the product. Also, despite its ability to minimize redness from my acne, the bumps can still be seen, making the rough surface appear as it is.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After blending the swatch on my backhand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">With flash. This is what happens if I don't blend the BB cream well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Again, with flash, this time blending the product more carefully.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- has sun protection</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- water-based and lightweight, perfect for oily skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- travel-friendly, hygienic, user-friendly container (for the 20ml tube)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- comes in two shades only</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> <b>Laneige Light Balancing Emulsion</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Pentaerythrityltetraisostearate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/ PVP Crosspolymracter, Dimethicone, PEG-40 Stearate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Algae Extract, Glycogen, Glutamic Acid, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dimethicone / Vinyl Dmethicone Crosspolymer, Lysine HCL, Magnesium Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Beta-Glucan, Zigiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract Lactobacillus / Water Hyacinth Ferment, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Mannitol, Serine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Sucrose, Stearyl Behenate, Citrulline, Alanine, Arginine, Aommonium Acryloyl Dimethyltaurate / VP Copolymer, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Carbomer, Threonine Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate Polysorbate-20, Polysilicone-11, PCA, Histidine HCL, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Tramethamine, Fragrance</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Remarks:</b> Within the list above, <i>Cetearyl Alcohol</i> scores 4 out of 5 in terms of comedogenicity.</span></div>
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- Controls excess sebum and balances hydration for clear and transparent skin.</div>
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- For combination to oily skin types</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Despite having one highly comedogenic ingredient in the list, I still decided to go for the product and see if it works for me. The emulsion comes in a large bottle with a pump and cap. I find the packaging very pretty yet simple. The bluish color of the bottle suggests the hydrating effect of the contents.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The emulsion is white in color with a runny consistency. It's very light when applied. The scent is very faintly floral, which I like. One to two squirts is enough for my entire face. It is very easy to spread and the texture is very slippery on the skin. The product is absorbed easily into the skin. It reminds me of my previous moisturizer <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/product-review-kiehls-ultra-facial-oil.html" target="_blank"><b>Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream</b></a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">, </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">which works great but comes in a not-so hygienic jar. In comparison, both delivers well due to their lightweight consistency. I can use both as a primer to my BB cream. However, when it comes to the packaging, the easy-to-use pump from Laneige is the clear winner.</span></div>
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A swatch of the product. It's really very runny.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Is the emulsion enough as a moisturizer? If you have very oily face like mine, it is definitely enough. I even used this during the winter season in Tokyo, and I didn't experience any breakout, peeling, or windburn. Perhaps using it along with a sunscreen (I was using <b><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/product-review-alba-botanica-hawaiian.html" target="_blank">Alba Botanical Hawaiian Sunscreen</a> </b>at that time) had helped a lot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Now that I'm back in Manila, and the summer has passed, I notice that I still do get breakouts (I use it at nighttime only during the humid months). During my last visit to the dermatologist, he suggested skipping the moisturizer in my routine or using it at least occasionally. I still moisturize though whenever I see a peeling from my acne medications.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Will I buy this product again? Perhaps. The price may be a bit turn-off, but at least it would take months for me to finish up a bottle. If you have very oily skin like me and doesn't mind spending a bit more, then this product is for you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Early this January, I decided to visit a new dermatologist. I had previous <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-dermatologist.html" target="_blank">experiences with a dermatologist</a>. Although I saw a lot of improvements after those visits, I realized how costly it could get for maintenance. Simply put, my original dermatologist caters to well-off patients. Each tiny bottle of skin care product costs 300-400 pesos. His cleaning sessions alone costs 800. I just didn't feel I was getting a great value for my money.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">This time, I found a new dermatologist who doesn't demand much from my wallet. He doesn't require me to use his clinic's products. It's fine for him that I use my store-bought products as long as they work well on my skin. The only products I got from his clinic are skin medications that require prescriptions, namely: retinoic acid and clindamycin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Meanwhile, I had promised in my earlier post (<a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2015/01/acne-air-pollution-poor-diet-and.html" target="_blank">Acne, Air Pollution, Poor Diet, and Suggested Solutions</a>) to give an update about the results of my new skin-friendly lifestyle. I would be lying if I said I strictly stuck to my do's and don'ts list. Taking care of the skin can indeed take a lot of effort! Despite not being strict down to the last letter of the list, I managed to see results on my skin health.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Shortly after starting my new regimen, I went to Tokyo for a vacation. The cool and dry weather there had immediate results on my skin. My pimples dried up and my <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/product-review-alba-botanica-hawaiian.html" target="_blank">Alba Botanica sunscreen</a> provided ample protection against the weather and the sun. My skin loved the Tokyo environment and during my week-long stay there, I noticed my skin to be slowly clearing up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">He gave me a cleaning, that is, he manually pricked my pimples. He told me that I inherited my oily skin from my dad, and so it is expected that my acne will flare up again. I can visit him once a month for a cleaning session, to maintain my skin. He told me that my problems are mostly the whiteheads and blackheads. He told me I could keep using my facial wash, and gave me a toner with clindamycin, which I should use twice daily. He also gave me a retinoic acid cream which I should apply every night after cleansing and toning.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10390578833294534623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-60206712251789077472015-01-13T15:44:00.002+08:002015-01-13T15:49:41.461+08:00Acne, Air Pollution, Poor Diet, and Suggested Solutions<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Don't</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> touch the face.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> apply sunscreen everyday to protect skin from UV (UV becomes more harmful when combined with air pollution).</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> moisturize everyday to stay hydrated and to create barrier against pollution.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Don't</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> eat too much sugary foods.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Don't</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> take too much dairy products.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> take supplements including Vitamin C and Omega-3 to protect the skin.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> </span><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/08/what-is-facial-exfoliation.html" style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">exfoliate</a><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> the skin twice a day (check though for signs of irritation).</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> apply acne medications such as benzoyl peroxide.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> change the pillow cases every other week.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> lie on the back while sleeping.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> clean the laptop's keyboard, tablet, and cellphone everyday.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> sleep earlier so as not to worsen acne.</span><br style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;" /><b style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Do</b><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> eat more </span><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/03/food-for-healthy-skin.html" style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">nutritious foods</a><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> beneficial for the skin.</span></span></div>
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any women, especially in the country where I live, yearn to have a lighter complexion. We are constantly being bombarded by advertisements of these products to convince us that having a fairer skin is desirable. Thus, many whitening products exist in the market to address this demand. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Several creams, lotions, soaps, BB creams, and other skin care products contain whitening agents that may or may not work. In this post, I will be giving you an overview about the different substances (arranged alphabetically) found in our products that are known to whiten the skin. I will keep adding to this list in the future so stay tuned!<a name='more'></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Arbutin is a naturally occurring substance found in the leaves of bearberry, cranberry, mulberry, and blueberry shrubs. When absorbed into the skin, it converts into hydroquinone. It inhibits melanin production and is most potent in its pure form. It is believed to be a safe alternative to hydroquinone though allergic reactions may arise in some users.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Glutathione is a substance that can be found in the body and is produced by the liver. It is involved in several physiological processes such as tissue repair and detoxification. When applied topically, glutathione can slow down melanin production, resulting to lighter skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hydroquinone whitens the skin by inhibiting the production of melanin (a pigment that gives color to the skin). Despite it's efficacy, the ingredient is banned in some countries due to it's controversial harmful effects. OTC products contain this substance up to 2% concentration, whereas prescription products contain 4% or more. When exposed to light, it turns into a brown color and loses it's efficacy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Kojic Acid is a naturally occurring substance that may also used as a food additive. It whitens the skin by inhibiting the production of tyrosinase, a substance involved in melanin production. It is similar in efficacy with hydroquinone, and is found to cause no skin irritation at 1% concentration. However, when used long term, it may lead to contact dermatitis and erythema. Kojic Acid is unstable and will lose it's efficacy when exposed to sunlight or air.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that can be found in many foods such as milk, eggs, cereal grains, and meat. It is found in many beauty products and is commonly used to moisturize dry skin. It is also found to be effective in reducing skin pigmentation without harmful effects.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The hydrophilic Vitamin C and the fat-soluble Vitamin E are two of the substances that are commonly found in skin care products that claim to improve skin tone. A study showed that the two types of vitamins, when used together, are found to be more effective in whitening rather than when used alone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So there you are, the ingredients that are responsible for whitening the skin. But of course, products containing one or more from the above list does not automatically mean they are effective. It still has to depend on the concentration of the whitening ingredient and the handling of the product, so make sure you do your research before you take the bait.</span></div>
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin_whitening"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin_whitening</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/brown-spots/_/hydroquinone-for-skin-lightening"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/brown-spots/_/hydroquinone-for-skin-lightening</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://globalnation.inquirer.net/cebudailynews/opinion/view/20110221-321447/Is-glutathione-safe"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://globalnation.inquirer.net/cebudailynews/opinion/view/20110221-321447/Is-glutathione-safe</span></a></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10390578833294534623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-59411615477940242822014-07-25T15:15:00.003+08:002014-07-25T15:17:08.030+08:00The Danger Triangle of Your Face<div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><large>I</large> have a habit of popping my pimples despite hearing and reading several warnings against this. It is said that the act may infect the pimples and or leave permanent scars.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the news about a boy getting hospitalized due to an infected pimple was relayed to me, at first I couldn't believe it. The "danger triangle of the face" sounds absurd and illogical. But research made it clear to me that it does exist.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yes, there is a danger triangle or triangle of death found on the face. It starts from the bridge of the nose between the eyes and widens down toward the base of the mouth, forming a triangle. Pimples that get infected within this area can lead to serious illnesses and even death.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">To make the explanation as simple as I can, the reason behind the danger is that the blood vessels are in close proximity to the brain. There are no valves present to control what goes through the vessels. Thus, when the pimples in the area gets infected, the bacteria may travel freely through the blood vessels and toward the brain.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While death due to a pimple may be rare, it is best to avoid getting risks of infection. It's a good reason enough to stop the habit of pimple popping. I hope I too can finally stop the urge to manually extract my zits.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Meanwhile, if you want to delve deeper about the danger triangle, here are some articles you may find useful:</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/25/popping-pimples-kill-you-infection_n_3961886.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/25/popping-pimples-kill-you-infection_n_3961886.html</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://thepost.ohiou.edu/content/science-dan-popping-pimples-can-prove-deadly"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://thepost.ohiou.edu/content/science-dan-popping-pimples-can-prove-deadly</span></a></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10390578833294534623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-50827423283186532162014-07-12T16:16:00.002+08:002014-07-12T16:16:40.382+08:00Hormonal Acne and Diet<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><large>A</large>lthough the myth about eating chocolates can cause acne has already been debunked, other foods can still trigger acne breakouts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Recent studies show that foods high in glycemic index (simple carbohydrates that are high in sugar content) can worsen acne condition. <a name='more'></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Insulin </b>is a hormone responsible for the breakdown down of sugar. The presence of too much sugar in the blood increases the level of insulin needed in the blood, a condition called <b>hyperinsulinemia</b>. Hyperinsulinemia can encourage overproduction of oil. Too much oil can lead to the formation of acne.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is suggested that eating the right kind of diet can control acne that is caused by hormones. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So if you believe your acne is mainly due to your hormones, instead of mainly relying on topical medications, try incorporating a low glycemic index diet as part your treatment plan. This will not only be for the benefit of your skin, but also for your overall health.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">To find out more about acne, <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/search/label/acne" target="_blank">visit related posts.</a></span></div>
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any people might experience having a dry and chapped lips at one point in their life. It's not surprising, as the skin on the lips is very thin, making it more sensitive than any other skin parts of the body. Low humidity environments, such as air conditioned rooms, make our lips prone to drying. Sun exposure can also risk the lips to being sunburned.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Even though our lips consist of a small part of our skin, it is no excuse to skip lip care. Long before I started this blog, I am guilty of neglecting my lips. Not only were my lips dry and chapped, they were also very pale. When I discovered lip gloss, I saw the huge difference between beautiful lips and dull lips. Of course, I later learned that lip gloss is only a quick fix, not a cure, and therefore switched to lip balms.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">If you tend to get dry lips, here are some tips to dealing with them:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Avoid licking your lips. Saliva are not for moisturizing the lips. They can only exacerbate the dryness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. Do not breathe through your mouth. If you're a mouth-breather, then it's time to kick off the habit. Continually blowing through your mouth can quickly dry the lips, making them very vulnerable to getting chapped.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. Use a lip balm as often as needed. Balm retains moisture and creates a protective barrier against the harsh elements.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. Choose lip products with SPF. Do not ignore protecting your lips from the sun as they are very prone to sunburn.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. Exfoliate your lips regularly but gently. This allows dead skin cells to be sloughed off, making the lips smoother. I use a soft bristle toothbrush to do this.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6. When choosing lip balms, check the ingredients. Petrolatum, beeswax, cocoa butter, shea butter, oils, and squalene are very nourishing to cracked lips. On the other hand, eucalyptus, menthol and camphor can cause irritation and dryness.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>WebMD: Why Your Lips are Chapped</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Howstuffworks: 5 Tips for Battling Dry Lips</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"><large>I</large> had been using </span><b style="font-family: inherit; orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/product-review-kiehls-ultra-facial-oil.html">Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream</a></b><span style="font-family: inherit; orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"> for several months already, but decided to buy a different moisturizer before setting out for a December trip to Hong Kong. The reason was Kiehl's product is lightweight and moisturizing enough only during high humidity days. I was afraid that it wouldn't be enough to protect my skin from the harsh cold wind of Hong Kong.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So I ended up buying <b>Jason Natural Soothing 98% Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel</b>. I made a quick research on the Internet and saw that it fared well on ratings from different sites such as <i>TotalBeauty, Amazon, </i>and <i>MakeupAlley.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The product caught my interest because of the high concentration of Aloe Vera and it's affordable price tag.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> Jason Natural Soothing 98% Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Price and Availability:</b> Php 225.00 (Healthy Options) / 113g (4oz), <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=Jason%20Natural%20Soothing%2098%25%20Aloe%20Vera%20Moisturizing%20Gel&linkCode=ur2&tag=hubpages0a273-20&url=search-alias%3Daps"><b>Amazon</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Aqua (Water), Carbomer, Gluconolactone, Potassium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Arginine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Menthol, Sodium Phytate, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, AMyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Certified Organic Ingredient</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Possible irritants include potassium hydroxide, menthol, and fragrances. All ingredients are noncomedogenic according to cosdna.com database.</span></div>
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"This concentrated, non-oily daily moisturizing gel naturally delivers instant dry skin relief. Aloe Vera soothes dry, irritated, sun damaged or newly shaven skin while a boost of nourishing Allantoin and Vitamin B5 replenish and recondition. With use, skin is calmed, balanced and nurtured back to its healthy-looking best." --- Jason Natural</blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I mentioned in my previous <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/my-recent-skincare-routine.html"><b>post</b></a> that I use a sunscreen during daytime and a moisturizer during the night. Which means I only use this moisturizer gel from Jason Natural once a day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The first thing I noticed from the product is it's super sticky texture. The consistency is very thick and the color clear. Applying a thick glob of this product over my face isn't exactly a pleasant sensation to me. I can still feel the tackiness after allowing the gel to be absorbed onto my skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Applying a bit more leaves my skin feeling cool, a result of the menthol ingredient found in the formulation. I like that sensation, but I had read that some users find the product stinging their skin. So, I don't think this is something that the sensitive skin will like.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Though I don't like the sticky feel, I like how it moisturizes my face. I used this in Hong Kong, where the temperature had plummeted to as low as nine degrees Celsius. The moisturizer prevented my skin from peeling (an incidence I had experienced during my earlier visits to Hong Kong).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">However, when I started to use this product twice a day, I started noticing my acne to be flaring up. I assume that this is due to the irritating ingredients found within the tube. Irritation is one factor for acne to develop.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-no parabens, sls, and pthalates</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-contains high concentration of aloe vera</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-affordable</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-noncomedogenic</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-moisturizes without the greasy appearance</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-contains irritants that may not be suitable for sensitive skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I love the soothing effect of aloe vera, but the irritating ingredients seem to cancel out the good effects. I will still keep using it though until I find a more suitable moisturizer. If you decided to purchase this product, use it only once a day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><large>I</large> used to follow dutifully the ever so popular trend of skincare regimen: wash, tone, moisturize. Now, I'm becoming less convinced of this trend's necessity. For the past several months, I've been trying to revamp my skincare routine into a much less complicated regimen. During some periods, my skin repaid my modifications with a lot of breakouts. But as I adjusted slowly, my skin eventually improved. I learned that I need not use a lot of products in order to have a healthy skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For now, my recent skincare routine is only consisted of two steps: wash and moisturize. I like this simplicity very much. It's much easier to squeeze this routine into my daily schedule. Not only that, my wallet is much happier as well. Less products means less expenses. I need not worry about the effects of combining a lot of different product ingredients anymore. In addition, having only two types of products to use makes it easier for me to point out which product triggers my breakouts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">To be more specific, my morning routine is like this: wash with a mild cleanser (Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam), apply benzoyl peroxide (Panoxyl, 4% cream), and apply sunscreen (Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen SPF 45). To my oily skin, a sunscreen is enough to act as a moisturizer to my skin. At night, I wash my face with a cleanser (Clean & Clear Essentials) effective to remove my water-resistant sunscreen, apply benzoyl peroxide once again, and apply my nighttime moisturizer (Jason Soothing 98% Aloe Vera).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- wash (<a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/product-review-happy-tea-time-cleansing.html" target="_blank">Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- moisturize (<a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/product-review-alba-botanica-hawaiian.html" target="_blank">Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen SPF 45</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Nighttime</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- wash (<a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/10/product-review-clean-clear-essentials.html" target="_blank">Clean & Clear Essentials</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- acne treatment (Panoxyl)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- moisturize (<a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/product-review-jason-natural-soothing.html" target="_blank">Jason Soothing 98% Aloe Vera</a>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I realized that my topical skincare products are not everything to my skin's health. There had been a time when I was so obsessed with finding the perfect products, sometimes even poring a big hole in my wallet, just to achieve a flawless skin. But this is a fact that every woman should admit: a healthy lifestyle and diet is all it takes to have good skin. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yes, topical products are great, in fact, I am dependent on them to control my acne. I am also very dependent on them to protect my skin from harsh conditions. However, even with those, their effect can only go to a certain point. Bad skin will still appear to reflect the health's condition. So now, I have another reason to eat more healthily. I also take fish oil capsules everyday to ensure I have enough good fats needed for a healthy skin. I make sure that I am always hydrated throughout the day by drinking plenty of water, and I sleep earlier too, never past 12 midnight, so as not to trigger my hormonal acne. I'm proud that most nights, I am already sound asleep at 11pm, quite a feat for a night-owl blogger like me!</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I have been using <b>Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Sunscreen</b>, which I have written a review about in my past <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/07/product-review-alba-botanica-natural.html" target="_blank">post</a>, for a few months already. I think the said product is fine, and works well as a daytime moisturizer during the low-humidity periods. However, after using it for a few times during my jogging spree, I noticed that my skin has darkened a bit. So I decided to look for another product from the same brand which hopefully would work better, and has chosen the <b>Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen SPF 45</b> because it cointains green tea (Skin care products containing green trea turn me on!). Besides, it contains higher SPF, longer water resistance time (80 minutes), and most importantly, it bears a seal of recommendation from the Skin Cancer Organization.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen SPF 45</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Price and Availability:</b> Php375.00 (Healthy Options) / 113g (4oz), <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Alba-Botanica-Hawaiian-Natural-Sunblock/dp/B001E0YVR8/ref=sr_1_8?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1390226332&sr=1-8&keywords=alba+botanica+hawaiian+spf+45" target="_blank">Amazon</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Active Ingredients:</i> Homosalate 10%, Octocrylene 10%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Titanium Dioxide 2%</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Inactive Ingredients:</i> Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Gingko Biloba Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract*, Cetearyl Olivate, Polysorbate 60, Silica, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol*, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(Comedogenic ingredients: Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, and Glyceryl Stearate SE, Irritant: Alcohol)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">According to cosdna.com database: Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol are highly comedogenic. Glyceryl Stearate SE is moderately comedogenic. Alcohol is an irritant.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">100% vegetarian ingredients</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">no parabens, pthalates, or harmful sulfates</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">water resistant (80 minutes)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Alba Botanica Hawaiian Sunscreen SPF 45</b> is white in color and has a slightly thick texture. It has a faint sweet smell, not really like of green tea, but of a mixture of plants and flowers. The texture makes it easy to apply on the face. A little bit of effort can easily blend the product into the skin, leaving a white-less layer of protection.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Since I have oily skin, I very much prefer this product compared to my previous Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Sunscreen. My skin appears less greasy (but still kind of shiny) and therefore more cosmetically appealing. For now, I've never tried applying anything on top of my sunscreen, so I'm not sure how it would fare if combined with makeup. Personally though, I hate to combine products. I would rather wear my sunscreen alone and that would be enough.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Before applying the sunscreen, I don't need any moisturizers at all. The formulation itself is emollient enough. I apply my daily benzoyl peroxide for my acne-prone skin, and then the sunscreen. By midday, I need to blot my face because my skin becomes extremely greasy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The packaging doesn't indicate anything about being noncomedogenic. Despite that, I didn't have any problems with breakouts. That may be because after every workout, I wash my face immediately so as to avoid clogging the pores with sweat and sunscreen. During normal office days, I wear the sunscreen all day, and at night, remove the sunscreen with my reliable Clean & Clear facial wash. I never leave the sunscreen on overnight.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- has a stable sunscreen formula </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- has SPF 45, which is slightly higher than the minimum requirement of SPF 30</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- water resistant</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- emollient, good for slightly dry to normal skin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- people with very oily skin will find it a bit too greasy</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After trying both products from the same Alba Botanica line, I would say I prefer this one. It is less oily and provides more protection against both UV A and B rays. It's impressive sun protective properties outweighs the slightly greasy feel it gives me. I would definitely repurchase this product. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10390578833294534623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561856980774330117.post-56374172714451401692013-11-19T09:00:00.000+08:002015-07-30T10:50:53.130+08:00Facial Cleansers for Oily Skin<div style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Cleansing the face is an essential part of your skin care routine. Even if you spend a fortune on the best creams or serums in town, you wouldn't get the desired outcome without proper cleansing. Cleansing removes excess oil, makeup, sweat and dirt. If you have oily skin, it is a must to prevent breakouts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A good facial cleanser should be sufficient to remove grime without harshly stripping the skin's top layer. It's a challenging task for cosmetic chemists to acquire since there must be a balance between having enough cleansing power and being gentle to skin. I've recently written a primer about facial soaps and cleansers in general. If you're interested, you may visit <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/11/facial-soaps-and-cleansers-101.html">this page</a> to read a more in-depth discussion.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">In this blog post, I've listed some of the facial cleansers for oily skin that have garnered good reviews from different sources, namely, makeupalley, totalbeauty, paulaschoice, and amazon. I've included the price and ingredients list with my own remarks about the formulation. In addition, I've also gathered links to different personal reviews from other bloggers, and if you happen to have your own review regarding any of the products listed, do inform me so I can include your link. I will keep on updating the list for your reference. In the meantime, I hope this list will help you find the right cleanser for you.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Clean & Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin</span></b></div>
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<b><b>Price and Availability:</b> </b><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-150 Distearate, Sodium Lauroampho PG Acetate Phosphate, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, C12-15 Pareth-2, Quaternium-15</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This water-based cleanser deserves merit for being able to remove makeup effectively without leaving the skin feeling tight. It contains sodium laureth sulfate yet is still gentle enough even for the sensitive skin type.</span></div>
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Water (Triple Purified), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, PEG 8, Glyceryl Laurate, PEG 200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Dimethicone Copolyol (Silica), Butylene Glycol, Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) Leaf Juice, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Lemongrass (Cymbopogon Schoenanthus) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Spearmint (Mentha Viridis) Extract, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile, Fragrance<br />
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Oily skin love the rich lather this product produces. It gently removes makeup and contains plant extracts that doesn't irritate nor clog the pores.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Aloe Barbadensis Gel, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Dimethicone Copolyol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Tocopherol</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Contains high concentration of aloe extracts that is very soothing for sensitive skin. Basic make-up removal is fine, but for waterproof mascaras, additional cleansers are needed.</span></div>
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<a href="http://allaboutjyl.blogspot.com/2011/03/bodyshop-aloe-calming-cleanser-and-aloe.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://allaboutjyl.blogspot.com/2011/03/bodyshop-aloe-calming-cleanser-and-aloe.html</span></a><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Cerave Foaming Facial Cleanser</span></b><br />
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Purified Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate and PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6-II, Ceramide 1, Hyaluronic Acid, Cholesterol, Sodium Chloride, Phytophingosine, Citric Acid, Edetate Disodium, Dihydrate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Carbomer, Xantham Gum</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This formula will definitely attract consumers who avoid sulfates in their wash. Despite having no "soap" in the formula, it removes light makeup easily without stripping the skin.</span></div>
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<a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/skin-care-finally-tried-cerave"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/skin-care-finally-tried-cerave</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://juletsheeeh.blogspot.com/2013/07/cerave-foaming-facial-cleanser.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://juletsheeeh.blogspot.com/2013/07/cerave-foaming-facial-cleanser.html</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser</b></span><br />
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Php 1,400 above, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006S67L1G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B006S67L1G&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20&linkId=YFW2CTMG4OH5ZRN">Amazon</a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=hubpages0a273-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00GJN29QK" style="cursor: default;" width="1" /><br />
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Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Acrylate Copolymer, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Pentylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Distearyl Ether, Behenyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Laureth-2, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Sodium Methylparaben, Squalane, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil<br />
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This one is not only suitable for oily skin, but to all skin types as well. A pea-size amount is enough to produce a lather while gently removing makeup. However, it contains pH adjuster triethanolamine that some may find irritating.<br />
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<a href="http://www.askmewhats.com/2012/12/amw-reviews-kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser.html">http://www.askmewhats.com/2012/12/amw-reviews-kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser.html</a><br />
<a href="http://corallista.com/2012/01/18/skincare-wednesday-kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser-review-photos/">http://corallista.com/2012/01/18/skincare-wednesday-kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser-review-photos/</a><br />
<a href="http://lesleykim.blogspot.com/2012/07/kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser-beauty.html">http://lesleykim.blogspot.com/2012/07/kiehls-ultra-facial-cleanser-beauty.html</a><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Olay Foaming Face Wash for Sensitive Skin</span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00479FTD8/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00479FTD8&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Amazon</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Glycerin, Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Polyquaternium-10, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamide MEA, Laureth-10, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, DMDM Hydantoin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This product works fine for those who wear little to no makeup. Contains comparably lower concentration of SLS but beware of DMDM Hydantoin (that is, if you're highly allergic to the formaldehyde it produces). Acne-prone skin types love this for its noncomedogenic formula.</span></div>
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<a href="http://makeupandbeauty.com/olay-gentle-foaming-face-wash-aloe-review/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://makeupandbeauty.com/olay-gentle-foaming-face-wash-aloe-review/</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.beautyfrontline.com/2012/10/olay-gentle-foaming-face-wash-review.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://www.beautyfrontline.com/2012/10/olay-gentle-foaming-face-wash-review.html</span></a></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Clinique Wash-Away Gel Cleanser</span></b><br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OUQ4L0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000OUQ4L0&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Amazon</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Isostearoyl Lactylate, Sodium Chloride, Methyl Gluceth-20, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Aloe Barbadensis Gel, Polyquaternium-6,Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile), Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA-Copper, Blue 1, Yellow 5</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Many have noted how it wasn't able to remove the waterproof mascara. But if you wear little makeup, this product will be sufficient for you. Contains no sulfates, which is a plus for SLS haters.</span></div>
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<a href="http://lifeofcyndez.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-cliniques-wash-away-gel-cleanser.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://lifeofcyndez.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-cliniques-wash-away-gel-cleanser.html</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://shimmerstewsandstreets.wordpress.com/2013/09/02/beauty-review-clinique-wash-away-gel-cleanser/"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://shimmerstewsandstreets.wordpress.com/2013/09/02/beauty-review-clinique-wash-away-gel-cleanser/</span></a></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel</span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002P3L99G/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002P3L99G&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Amazon</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, PEG-8, Coco-Betaine, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">An effective makeup remover that is very gentle on the skin. This product is a plus for paraben-haters. Results in cosdna.com database shows one irritant though: Sodium Hydroxide. </span></div>
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<a href="http://whichhazel05.blogspot.com/2013/03/100-amazing-la-roche-posay-effaclar.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://whichhazel05.blogspot.com/2013/03/100-amazing-la-roche-posay-effaclar.html</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://viewsfromatinbin.blogspot.com/2013/08/la-roche-posay-effaclar-purifying.html"><span style="font-family: inherit;">http://viewsfromatinbin.blogspot.com/2013/08/la-roche-posay-effaclar-purifying.html</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://andlaughatguildedbutterflies.blogspot.com/2012/08/la-roche-posay-effaclar-purifying.html">http://andlaughatguildedbutterflies.blogspot.com/2012/08/la-roche-posay-effaclar-purifying.html</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">According to Eurostaf statistics on 2007, the annual turnover rate generated by the cosmetic industries worldwide reaches to USD 170 Billion. With that amount in mind, we can hardly imagine how much raw ingredients and packaging materials it takes to manufacture cosmetic products every year. The accumulated wastes acquired from the disposable plastic bottles as well as the skincare chemicals being washed away from our sinks can leave undesirable impact on our environment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As consumers, we can help reduce our carbon footprint and environmental wastes by making the right choices. Below are a few ways that we can do to lessen the damage on our oceans and wildlife as well as reduce landfill mass. Though following each and every green tip we find is sometimes impossible, it's better to follow some doable pointers than none at all. One little effort by every one of us is a big deal to our environment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. For skin exfoliants, avoid microbeads made with plastic. To find out if your exfoliant contains plastic microbeads, check if the ingredients list contains polyethylene.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. Though bar soaps are less preferred by many consumers, they give off less wastes on the environment. They don't come in plastic tubes, which take far more energy to be produced than simple bar soap wrappers or cartons. In addition, we tend to use more liquid soaps than bar soaps, leading to more wastage. If bar soaps don't irritate your skin, then always stick to bar soaps.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. For liquid soaps and shampoos, reuse your plastic dispensers if possible. I've encountered a Japanese store called Muji selling personal care product in reusable dispensers. The said store also sells product refills. If you cannot find such product brands in your area, then patronage those products with containers coming from recycled materials (which would be indicated on the label).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. Opt for eco-friendly products such as those made with natural and organic ingredients. However, there is no standard rule for the label "natural" and "organic," and manufacturers tend to abuse these terms despite including only a few of these ingredients. For certainty, it is wise to look for a third party seal indicated on the label of the product. Keep in mind though that organic or natural products does not necessarily mean they are better for the skin, many ingredients may still irritate the skin. So always do your research.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. If you decide to use synthetic products instead, always check the ingredients list for harmful chemicals. Educate yourself for the common ingredients found on cosmetic products. To identify which ingredients are eco-hazards, a good place to start is <a href="http://www.davidsuzuki.org/issues/health/science/toxics/dirty-dozen-cosmetic-chemicals/" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6. Aerosol deodorants, hairspray, nail polish, and nail polish removers are flammable items. Aside from those, many other personal care products contain non biodegradable chemicals that are harmful to the environment. If you decided to throw these items, call your local waste management services for proper disposal. You may search via online search engine for their contact details by typing "waste management services" plus your city.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Basic Function of Soaps and Cleansers</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Facial soaps and cleansers are the most basic personal care product we use for our face. They are essential for removing dirt and excess oil from our skin. In order to cleanse the skin, soaps and cleansers must include surfactants. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Surfactants are ingredients that have special properties of being attracted to both water and oil. This enables the surfactants to bind with the oil and dirt found in the skin while lathering. The act of rinsing allows the water-loving end of the surfactant particles to bind to the water, bringing the oil and dirt along and down to the drain. Examples of surfactants that can be found on facial soaps and cleansers are: sodium laureth sulfate, sodium cocyl isethionate, and cocamidopropyl betaine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">However, there are downsides with the cleansing abilities of surfactants: they can be drying and irritating. In order to balance the effect, moisturizing ingredients are added into the soaps and cleansers for better outcomes. </span><i style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Glycerin, propylene glycol, </i><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">and </span><i style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">mineral oil</i><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> are some of the ingredients that you may find for a more comfortable feel on the skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For acne concerns, two common ingredients may also be added on the products: <i>salicylic acid </i>and <i>benzoyl peroxide</i>. Salicylic acid has the ability to cut through grease, thus loosening the clogged pores and effectively cleaning the skin. Benzoyl peroxide deals with bacteria that causes acne. However, these two substances have side effects to some people especially those with sensitive skin. They may cause peeling, redness, and dryness. Salicylic acid can also make the skin more sensitive to the sun (In this case, applying sunscreen after using products with salicylic acid is a must).</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bar Soap or Liquid Soap: Which is Better?</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Now you may ask, which is better, bar soap or liquid soap? For many, they prefer the liquid form for washing the face. Although liquid facial wash costs more, it is milder to the skin. Bar soaps have a bad reputation for having a high pH level. In addition, used bar soaps may contain bacteria residue, but they do get washed away after rinsing anyway. If you are sharing your facial soap with other people, you will find the liquid form to be more hygienic. However, more and more bar soaps are becoming better. Many of these manufacturers are concentrating on formulating bar soaps that are gentle and lower in pH level. Nowadays, it is the matter of which type of vehicle you prefer, liquid or solid.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A soap or cleanser without preservatives is hard to find in the market. Microorganisms love to thrive in water, thus, a soap or cleanser without preservative will be a paradise to them. Preservatives come in many forms, some of these are: <i>parabens, DMDM hydantoin, methylisothiazolinone </i>and <i>methylchloroisothiazolinone</i>. Parabens are highly controversial preservatives, which are found to mimic our hormone regulation. Despite that, only a small amount of the substance are used in cosmetics, which is far below the level needed to cause danger on the body. DMDM Hydantoin is another preservative with unwanted effect. It is known as a <i>formaldehyde</i>-donor, a substance necessary to prevent spoilage, but is irritating on the skin. Methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone have recently raised some issues about its skin sensitization potential. In my opinion, I trust that manufacturers would be responsible enough to use these preservatives within the safe levels dictated by cosmetics standards.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Which type of Soap is for Me?</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After learning all these ingredients of soaps and cleansers, ultimately, we also need to know which works best for our skin type. For the normal skin type, an ordinary soap or cleanser would suffice. For dry skin type, go for formulations with added moisturizers, and wash less frequently. For the oily skin type, go for foaming facial soap or cleanser to remove extra grime, and don't wash more than twice a day unless after sweating. For the sensitive type, go for liquid soaps that are clear in color and fragrance-free, or bar soaps that are similarly fragrance-free and low in preservatives. For acne-prone skin, as mentioned above, look for ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, but use only as needed because of their drying and irritating effect, and don't forget to put on a sunscreen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For women who love makeup, a good news for your wallets: soaps and cleansers are enough to remove them. Of course, you need to first check if your soap or cleanser is good enough. After washing with your chosen soap, get a cotton pad with toner, then see if the cotton gets some stains. If the cotton pad looks clean, then your soap is sufficient.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><a href="http://www.sharecare.com/health/skin-cleansing/what-type-soap-use-skin">What type of soap do I need to use for my skin?</a></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><a href="http://health.howstuffworks.com/skin-care/cleansing/products/bar-soap-liquid-soap.htm">Does Bar Soap Work Better Than Liquid Soap?</a></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><a href="http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9B06E6DC153BF937A35753C1A9649D8B63">SKIN DEEP; Bar Soap Sheds Its Irritating Image</a></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bill-chameides/chemical-marketplace-bar_b_2104678.html">Chemical Marketplace: Bar Soap vs. Liquid Soap</a></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you're like me who's been reading a lot of articles and forums posts about skin care, you may encounter some product ingredients that we should avoid. Parabens, silicones, and sulfates are some of them. While some warnings may be based on facts, most of them aren't conclusive yet. Majority of these hype remain highly controversial. That is probably why a number of people get turned off into buying drugstore brands, because even though they cost less, they contain certain ingredients that majority of internet articles warn us against using.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ingredients-wise, this facial cleanser from <b>Clean & Clear</b> is no different from other drugstore brands. It contains parabens that many women try to avoid. I must admit I had avoided drugstore brands before because I also became suspecting against certain ingredients and that's why I had refrained from using them for some time. In my previous post: <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/what-are-parabens-highly-controversial.html" target="_blank">What are Parabens: The Highly Controversial Substance</a>, I've mentioned that I wouldn't be completely avoiding parabens anymore, especially if the product is a cleanser (something that would be quickly rinsed off anyway). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I decided to buy <b>Clean & Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Wash </b>after reading from Paula Begoun's <a href="http://www.paulaschoice.com/beautypedia-skin-care-reviews/by-brand/clean-and-clear/_/Foaming-Facial-Cleanser-Sensitive-Skin" target="_blank">website</a> that it removes makeup effectively. Unfortunately, the Essentials Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin isn't available in my country, and so I had to give the non-sensitive formula a try, which is, according to online reviews, similarly effective for removing makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> Clean & Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Wash</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px; orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Water, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Lauryl Phosphate, Triclosan, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Benzophenone-4, Pentasodium Triphosphate, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Methlparaben, Ehtylparaben, Butylparaben, Proplyparaben, Isobutylparaben, Fragrance.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 16px; orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Based on cosdna.com database, ingredients with comedogenicity rating of 3 and above out of 5 scale: myristic acid and lauric acid. In addition,triethanol amine scores high in irritancy scale. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Clean & Clear Essentials Foaming Facial Wash is liquid in form, and little amount is needed for foaming to occur. It has no noticeable smell, and the color of the formula is translucent orange. After using the product, I've noticed that it dries out my pimples quickly. I've also tested <a href="http://skinacea.com/">skinacea.com</a>'s advice: In order to find out if your cleanser is effective, apply toner with a cotton/cotton pad after washing with your product, and check if there are makeup stains. If the cotton appears clean, then your product should be adequate for makeup removal. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Following skinacea's advice, after removing my BB cream using Clean & Clear, I applied toner using a cotton. I'm pleased to find out that the cotton was stain-free. No need for shelling out extra cash for expensive makeup removers. I only need this facial wash for cleansing my makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">On the downside, I noticed this cleanser to be too much drying. I have oily skin, so somehow it's balanced. Yet I can still feel the tightness after using it twice daily. Applying a heavy duty moisturizer is a must after using this cleanser. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It works well for removing my light makeup. No need for me to spend a lot of bucks for other makeup removing products (Hooray!). I will continue using this but only at night to remove light makeup or sunscreen for the meantime. I would gladly trade this for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000052YJN/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000052YJN&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20" target="_blank">Essentials Foaming Facial Wash Sensitive Skin</a> once available in my country.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The first time I bought the Gentle and Soft Shower Gel, I was already looking forward to taking my next bath. The daily showers I had was so boring because I only use an ordinary bar soap. It's always interesting to buy a different soap/shower gel each time for variety. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I chose the Gentle and Soft Shower Gel because of its promise for being non-irritating. Although I don't think I have a super sensitive skin on the body, some soaps do make my skin very dry and reddish, so this is something worthy to try.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As you can see, the product is contained in a plastic tube. The gel inside has a clear color and a very runny consistency. Some contents poured out a bit outside the tube as soon as I opened the cap. So always be careful when using this product to avoid unnecessary spills!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The fragrance is soothing, yet faint. But what do I expect? It's supposed to be faint so as not to irritate the skin. The gel isn't as foaming as I'd expected though. It's actually the least foaming of all the shower gels I'd ever tried. I assumed it must be due to the non-irritating formulation. It takes some time getting to master the technique to make it a bit more foaming.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What I really liked about this shower gel is it's very moisturizing on the skin. After the bath, I didn't see any red marks which sometimes appear on my skin after using other soaps. The cleansing power is so-so, I didn't see any remaining dirt on my body (I was using a shower puff along with the product). So to my skin, the shower gel is indeed gently cleansing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- soothing fragrance</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I might buy this again but not so soon. I would like to try other shower gels from other skincare lines from Marks and Spencer first. Overall, this is a nice shower gel that people with sensitive skin might love to try. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">Facial exfoliation is an additional step in a skincare regimen, with the frequency depending on the exfoliant used and the person's skin type. The purpose of exfoliation is to remove dead skin cells that we shed over time. Built-ups of dead skin cells tend to clog the pores - leading to acne breakouts - and make the skin look dull. In addition, de-clogging the pores make absorption of other skincare products more effective.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are several ways to exfoliate the skin, but can be summed up into two types:<b> mechanical </b>and <b>chemical.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Mechanical exfoliation</b> is a method wherein a form of abrasives is used to manually slough off the top layer of the skin, which can be done from once to thrice a week, depending on your skin type. Abrasives may be in the form of facial scrubs, rotating brushes, or abrasive cloth. The abrasives of facial scrubs differ in roughness and size, with those containing larger grains to be more likely irritating, thus should be used less frequently, and with those containing micrograins that have smoother texture, thus less irritating and more suitable for the sensitive skin type. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Chemical exfoliation</b> uses no physical form of abrasives, and the process of exfoliation, as the label indicates, occurs on a chemical level. Since no form of rough abrasives is present, this method is more likely to be preferred by the sensitive skin type. Instead of grains, AHAs and BHAs are used. AHAs, such as lactic acid, not only chemically slough of the top layer of the face, it also moisturizes the skin at the same time. BHAs, also called salicylic acid, work better for the acne-prone and oily skin type due to its ability to cut through grease and fight acne. Most of AHAs and BHAs can be applied once or twice daily.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Of course, with any type of exfoliation, moisturizing the skin afterwards is a required step. Removing the top barrier of the skin makes it more delicate, thus, a form of protection is a must. The skin also becomes more sensitive to the sun, so applying a sunscreen is another essential step. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If after using an exfoliant, you find your skin to be irritated, lessen the frequency or discontinue use. To be on the safe side, always try a patch test on the inner side of your elbow to see for any allergic reactions before using the exfoliant on the entire face.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For my own skincare regimen, I use a facial scrub as my exfoliant. I am currently using <b><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/08/product-review-kiehls-epidermal-re.html," target="_blank">Kiehl's Epidermal Re-Texturizing Micro-dermabrasion</a></b> which contains very small abrasives that are comfortable on my skin. Since my portion of facial scrub is already running low (and the said scrub is very expensive), I am starting on a lookout for a new form of exfoliation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;"><large>A</large>nd so, after months of using the <b><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/product-review-kiehls-ultra-facial-oil.html" target="_blank">Kiehl's Ultra Oil-Free Gel Cream Moisturizer</a></b></span><span style="orphans: 2; text-align: -webkit-auto; widows: 2;">, I was quite contented with it's performance and went again to the store to buy another jar. The saleslady was nice enough to recommend me some other products within the store. Since she found out I was using a bit of makeup, she introduced me to a facial scrub. I got some samples and was excited to try them out, including the scrub that she was so eagerly recommending.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The facial scrub is actually called a micro-dermabrasion<span style="font-family: inherit;"> - </span>sounds fancy and expensive right? The product is indeed expensive, but Kiehl's fans seemed to be unbaffled by the high price of this product, as a real micro-dermabrasion session would cost even more. Plus, it's always a wonderful idea to be able to have a micro-dermabrasion session right at the comforts of home. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you're new to the entire skincare regimen concept, here's an article on </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://www.squidoo.com/skin-care-101-a-guide-to-beautiful-skin" target="_blank">Skincare 101</a> </b></span>that might enlighten you on the subject. To roughly summarize, cleansing, toning, and moisturizing are the common steps that the majority of the skincare enthusiasts strictly adhere to. Aside from these, exfoliating the skin is also part of the routine but not on a daily basis. Once or twice a week should be enough for the fairly sensitive skin. For the more sensitive skin types, exfoliating the skin is omitted <span style="font-family: inherit;">from </span>the regimen. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The purpose of exfoliation is to remove the dead skin cells that all humans normally shed by sloughing the top layer of skin. Most of the dead skin cells get stuck in our skin's surface, thereby clogging the pores - leading to acne, and giving the skin a dull appearance. Exfoliating the skin can be done in several ways, and micro-dermabrasion is one popular yet pricey method. It uses a high-speed rotating wheel or brush that gently removes dead skin cells and is usually done in a skin clinic. Crystals are used along with the equipment as abrasives and only a thin layer of skin is removed, leading to softer and brighter skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Although Kiehl's micro-dermabrasion is no rotating brush equipment, it is labeled <span style="font-family: inherit;">a</span>s such perhaps due to the micro-dermabrasion crystals present in the product - which is similarly used in micro-dermabrasion treatments in clinics. Going back to the product at hand, here's a quick overview of Kiehl's micro-dermabrasion:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product name: </b>Kiehl's Epidermal Re-texturizing Micro-dermabrasion</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Price:</b> Php <span style="font-family: inherit;">3,<span style="font-family: inherit;">045</span></span>.00 / 75ml (Kiehl's Philippines)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Aqua/Water, Alumina, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii/Shea Butter, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Solum Diatomeae/Diatomaceous Earth, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Epilobium Angustifolium/Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Algin (<i>according to <a href="http://cosdna.com/">cosdna.com</a>, hydrolyzed algin is comedogenic</i>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">• An advanced treatment that has a highly effective abrading quality on skin’s surface.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">• Affords an immediate skin-smoothing effect and with regular, tri-weekly use, helps to visibly minimize discolorations and small marks on face, hands, and décolleté.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">• Formulated with “diatomatious earth”– crushed microshells derived from ocean sand – as well as a powerful ingredient used by dermatologists to perform micro-dermabrasion procedures.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">• Helps to soothe skin with an herbal blend and nurturing sea algaenates. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-<i> Source: <a href="http://www.kiehlstimes.com/skincare/collection/dermatologist-solutions/epidermal-re-texturizing-micro-dermabrasion" target="_blank">Kiehl's official website</a></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've only used this product a few times but the small sample I've got is a reasonable amount for me to see the product's impressive performance. The saleslady from Kiehl's instructed me to use this scrub two to three times a week, but my rule of thumb is, any type of mechanical exfoliation I will only use once a week. And with a relatively lower frequency in a week means that it would take the product a long time to be used up. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've tried a number of exfoliating products before, and this by far is my most favorite. The abrasives of the scrub are very tiny and comfortable on skin. Of course, it doesn't mean that I could freely scrub this rigorously on the face. As with any type of scrubs, I use this gently and slowly. So those with heavy hands, be extra careful!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I use this in place of the facial wash once a week, although the saleslady said that I can use this together with my facial wash for a more thorough cleansing. I think a one-step cleansing step is already enough for me. After using it, I notice my face becoming brighter and softer. It is working well with my oily and acne-prone skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- non-irritating to most people</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I am so loving the results the Kiehl's Epidermal Re-texturizing Micro-dermabrasion had on my skin, and so does my sister! The sample we've got is almost used up, <span style="font-family: inherit;">but since it was so expensive, <span style="font-family: inherit;">w</span></span>e decided to put off our purchasing plans in the meantime. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Update (December 5, 2015):</b> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I am having a bad skin problem for the past few months and so I finally decided to buy this product<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">. <span style="font-family: inherit;">We'll see if this would <span style="font-family: inherit;">he<span style="font-family: inherit;">lp</span></span> so<span style="font-family: inherit;">lve my skin issues.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Las<span style="font-family: inherit;">t Updated<span style="font-family: inherit;">: December 1<span style="font-family: inherit;">6</span>,<span style="font-family: inherit;"> 2015</span></span></span> </span> </i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><large>O</large>ne way to get beautiful skin is to apply good skin care products. Skin care products protect your skin from stress, pollutants, UV radiation (for those that contains SPF), dryness, and free radicals. But skin care doesn't just stop there. Your beauty products degrade over time, and if not taken of properly, may even do more harm than good to your skin. So taking proper care of your beauty tools is a must. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">But how do you take care of your beauty products? First, you need to know what degrades them. Heat, direct sunlight, air, moist, dirt, and germs all contribute to lessening your products' potency. By avoiding these variables, your products will tend to stay fresh and effective throughout their shelf life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The question of where to place your skin care products shouldn't be taken lightly. I like placing my products on a vanity table that is unfortunately located near the window. I kept wondering then why my bleaching gel that my dermatologist prescribed turned brown quickly. Other products that used to work wonders on my skin had somehow become ineffective on me. It took me a while to realize that the heat coming from the window was degrading my products. Instead of doing major furniture rearrangements in my room, I put the products in a basket instead for easy transport and placed it somewhere safe, far away from the light. The basket allows me to easily grab all my skin care products back to my vanity table whenever I needed to do my regimen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Instead of the vanity table, some women prefer placing their beauty kits on the bathroom counter. That isn't advisable. Bathroom is one of the most humid parts of the house, and you will only attract more bacteria or molds onto your beauty products. With the exception of your facial cleanser and other facial scrubs, place the rest of your beauty products away from your bathroom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Different skin care products have different types of containers. Pumps and tubes are the more hygienic containers as the mechanism of the containers allows you to use the product without having to touch the inside. Jars tend to be the most unhygienic of all due to the required dipping of the fingers during every use. Not only do jars allow more exposure to dirt and germs, the wide open surface area of the brim promotes oxidation, which degrades the product eventually.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are two ways to address the jar issue: One, you can simply transport your product to another container you prefer, maybe a jar too but a smaller one (at least less amount of product will be exposed in a small container, and before they degrade to spoilage, the contents will all be used up), or a squeezable plastic bottle/tube. Two, get a clean spatula and dip it instead of your fingers. Spatulas are far more hygienic than your fingers as your fingers may contain bacteria (even after washing) and natural oils that you don't want to be mixed in with the product.</span><br />
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Remember, you cannot always expect your skincare products to work if you don't store and handle them properly. Follow your regimen diligently and do not neglect to care for your products. Once you've done these two, you can surely be on your way to better skin.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had been looking for a sunscreen that is affordable, noncomedogenic, has UVA and UVB protection, and has at least SPF 30. The Skin Cancer Organization provides a list of suncreen brands bearing the <b>Seal of Recommendation</b>, meaning the sunscreen is very <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/sunscreen-photostability.html" target="_blank"><b>photostable</b></a> (doesn't break down under the sun, thus offering an effective layer of protection). The list shows some familiar brands yet only a few are accessible in the malls I frequently visit in Manila. I was glad to find <b>Alba Botanica</b> in the list, which I knew was being sold in <b>Healthy Options</b> stores. So off I went to the store and among a small range of Alba Botanica sunscreens, I chose <b>Alba Botanica Natural Very Emollient Sunscreen</b> because it contains moisturizing ingredients - which means I can simply skip my moisturizer during my daytime skin regimen. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Price and Availability: </b>Php375.00 (Healthy Options), <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089K7SR6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0089K7SR6&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20%22" target="_blank">Amazon</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Active Ingredient:</i> Homosalate 7.5%, Octocrylene 7.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5.0%, Titanium Dioxide 2.0%</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Inactive Ingredients: </i>Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Gingko Biloba Leaf Root Extract, Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract*, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Cetearyl Olivate, Polysorbate 60, Silica, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol*, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(Comedogenic ingredients: Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, and Glyceryl Stearate SE, Irritant: Alcohol)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Alba Botanica Sunscreen has emollient properties, meaning it has a double function of sunscreen and moisturizer rolled into one. I am particularly concerned about the interaction among different skin care products and sunscreen ingredients. So as much as possible, I avoid using my skin care products simultaneously with a sunscreen. Since Alba Botanica has moisturizing properties, I need not worry about ingredients interaction because I can simply use my sunscreen solely during my daytime regimen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yet, I'm not sure if this is the right choice for my oily face, at least in the aesthetic department. The sunscreen is very greasy. I could already see my oil slick face as soon as I apply the sunscreen. Applying less might do the trick, but sunscreens aren't meant to be applied sparingly. Well, at least the sunscreen claims to be noncomedogenic, which my acne-prone skin would be thankful for.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Speaking of comedogenicity, cosdna.com database returned a result of three ingredients of the product garnering a medium to high scale of comedogenicity, namely: <b>Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol,</b> and <b>Glyceryl Stearate</b>. It's quite puzzling, since the product is supposed to be noncomedogenic as per claim. Despite having a careful look at the ingredient list before buying, I still pushed through with my purchase to give this product a chance. And so far, it didn't break me out. But of course, to be on the safe side, I still have to remove the sunscreen completely at home to prevent possible clogging of pores. It may be a bit of a challenge to remove the product, because it's water-resistant, but so far my <b><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/product-review-happy-tea-time-cleansing.html" target="_blank">Happy Tea Time Foaming Cleanser</a></b> is doing a good job.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm not exactly looking for a water-resistant sunscreen, but it's also a bonus given the very hot weather in the Philippines. I sweat a lot in the face, so by having a water-resistant sunscreen, I am certain that I can stay protected.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I've mentioned earlier, Alba Botanica is very greasy, yet I also love how it glides across my skin. It's very easy to spread, and it took me less time applying it in the morning as compared with other brands. Aside from the greasy appearance, the cosmetic finish of the sunscreen is very nice - no white residue. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">water-resistant</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">no white residue</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">has moisturizing properties</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">very greasy</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">may be lacking in UVA protection (check the table below)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Will I buy this again? Perhaps not. I will be trying out other products within the Alba Botanica Natural Sunscreen Line which my oily skin will prefer. On the other hand, I highly recommend this to people with dry skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><large><large>I</large></large>f you're one of those ladies who go out a lot but rely mainly on BB creams (or other cosmetics with SPF) as your sole protection against the sun, then think again. I admittedly use my multi-functional BB cream during those days when I only needed to go out for a few minutes, and skip the sunscreen due to the usually greasy effect they give on my face. However, BB creams alone wouldn't be enough for longer sun exposure - even those with a high SPF and broad spectrum protection - because BB creams are only supposed to be applied sparingly on the face. Unless you're willing to slather your face with a full-shot-glass amount of BB cream, a tiny amount of BB cream will never be enough to keep you protected, and so comes in the heavy-duty sunscreen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yet, using a sunscreen raises a lot of questions. Sun protection isn't simply achieved by merely applying a sunscreen before going out. Reapplication is a must, especially when you are continuously exposed under the sun. If you don't reapply, then there is no point of applying a sunscreen in the first place. But many women wear makeup, so reapplication can get very tricky. It may be impractical to remove everything just so the sunscreen can be applied once again. And perhaps because of this inconvenience, many women find reapplication of sunscreen nearly impossible.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Aside from that, there are also some questions regarding when to apply sunscreen. If you solely apply sunscreen on your face, then there is no problem about the order of application. But in reality, most women apply toner, serums, and moisturizers along with the sunscreen. If the sunscreen is a chemical sunscreen, the ingredients need to bind with the skin first in order to work. But if there are products that get in the way, then the sunscreen might become ineffective. Even if you apply the sunscreen first before the rest of the skin care products, you do not know for sure whether the ingredients of the other products might counteract the sunscreen ingredients.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've tried searching for answers for these concerns. And from all the resources I've read, I've come up with the following conclusions:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. If you are using a chemical sunscreen <i><b>(Read: <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/physical-and-chemical-sunscreen.html" target="_blank">Physical and Chemical Sunscreen</a>)</b></i>, always apply it first before any skin care product and makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. If you are concerned about the interaction of your products with your sunscreen, then use the sunscreen alone as much as you can. Save your moisturizer or serums at night time. If you have very dry skin, then look for sunscreens with emollient properties so you need not apply a separate moisturizer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. If you need to wear makeup, then look for cosmetics containing at least SPF 15 (I prefer SPF 30 for my face). Wear sunscreen underneath your makeup, and use an SPF-containing powder to retouch. That way, you are able to reapply a new layer of "sunscreen" without having to remove all the makeup you've applied laboriously in the morning. In fact, the Skin Cancer Foundation recommends applying SPF powder over a sunscreen, because that creates a double layer of protection.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. Keep in mind that even if you're using products with different SPF, the resulting SPF protection you'll get will come from the higher SPF product. So if you're using an SPF 50 sunscreen and an SPF 30 BB cream, you'll get an overall protection of SPF 50 (not SPF 80 as some might assume).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. The effectiveness of a sunscreen product is backed up by science but the studies conducted were only based on using the sunscreen alone. There is no existing study in my knowledge that has considered its effectiveness in accordance to using it with other skin care products. That may be the reason why different dermatologists may advice conflicting ideas regarding sunscreen use.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For more information:</span><br />
<a href="http://www.webmd.com/beauty/sun/sunscreen-and-your-makeup-routine">http://www.webmd.com/beauty/sun/sunscreen-and-your-makeup-routine</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><large>A</large>s you may have already read in</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="color: #328712; font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><b><a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/5-tips-for-choosing-your-sunscreen.html" target="_blank">this post</a></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">, a good sunscreen requires protection for both UVA and UVB. Yet, even if the formulation offers protection against the harmful rays doesn't mean it's 100% reliable. Another step that manufacturers need to look at to ensure sun protection is</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><b style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">photostability</b><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">of their sunscreen ingredients. To be photostable means that the sunscreen UV filters must remain stable under sun exposure. Some sunscreen ingredients break down immediately under sunlight, rendering their protective capabilities as useless. An interaction between different ingredients needs to be carefully analyzed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Take note that the question of photostability lies only on chemical sunscreens as physical sunscreens are highly photostable. So if you're using a physical sunscreen, there is no need to worry about photostability. On the other hand, not all chemical UV filters can remain stable under the sun. UV filters such as <b>avobenzone</b> and <b>octinoxate</b> are highly unstable UV filters, but if they are combined with other more stable ingredients, then the problem of stability is solved.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For the layperson, studying about the interaction among ingredients can appear very complicated. Several online resources are available to guide consumers about sunscreen photostability. But, to make matters more simple, <b>Skin Cancer Foundation</b> offers a <b>Seal of Recommendation</b> for sunscreens that have met their photostability criterion. Keep in mind though that it doesn't mean that products without the Seal are automatically unstable; perhaps some of these just haven't undergone the foundation's testing yet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Among the suncreen products that are found to be photostable are <b>Hawaiian Tropic, Alba Botanica, Aveeno, Cetaphil, Obagi, Jergens, Copperstone, Physician's Formula, Serious Skin Care, Avon, Banana Boat, </b>and <b>Shiseido.</b> For a complete list of brands bearing the Seal of Recommendation, see <a href="http://www.skincancer.org/Media/Default/File/File/seal-june-2013.pdf" target="_blank"><b>this page.</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Meanwhile, if you are highly interested on the mechanisms of sunscreens, here are some recommended readings to help you get started:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.skinacea.com/sunscreen/sunscreen-stability.html#.UcpDDzt8nng" target="_blank"><b>Skinacea: Sunscreen Stability</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/ask-the-experts/does-sunscreen-become-ineffective-with-age" target="_blank"><b>Skin Cancer Foundation: Does Sunscreen Become Ineffective with Age?</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.hallstar.com/pdf/SunscreenPhotostability101.pdf" target="_blank"><b>Hallstar: Sunscreen Photostability 101</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/03/Aug03/082703/78n-0038-c000602-02-vol147.pdf" target="_blank"><b>FDA: Photostability</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">To know more about sun protection, read my article: <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/the-sun-and-your-skin" target="_blank"><b>The Sun and Your Skin</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><large>I</large>f you have read the <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/p/about-this-blog.html" target="_blank"><b>About</b></a> page as well as <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-dermatologist.html" target="_blank"><b>my dermatologist experience</b></a>, you probably already know that the only skin care routine I had adopted in my younger days was cleansing the face. As a teen, I used to just wash with a bar soap - any bar soap that I was using for my body. Pretty economical, yet a major facial skin care flop. Then, I somehow upgraded to a bar soap especially made for the face. It was good enough to deal with my acne, but it became too effective for fighting off my zits that my skin became overly dry. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A few years more, I upgraded my cleansing product again. This time I switched to a facial cleanser. It was a big improvement because my pimples didn't have to experience getting accidentally squished by a hard bar of soap. Later on, I followed my cleansing with a toner and moisturizer as additional steps to my skin care routine.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Over the years, I never seemed to get contented with a single facial cleanser. I would switch from product to product to see which works best. In the midst of my experimentation with my face, I found this product from <b>Etude House</b>. What I liked about this is the very affordable price tag. It's Php 148.00 price tag is equivalent to a huge tube of facial cleanser. Not bad.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Product Name:</b> Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam (Green Tea)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Price and Availability: </b>Php 148.00 (Etude House), <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007YJPPNW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B007YJPPNW&linkCode=as2&tag=hubpages0a273-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a> / 150ml</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Ingredients:</b> water, glycerin, potassium stearate, potassium myristate, peg-30, myristic acid, hydrated silica, potassium laurate, cocamidopropyl betaine, camellia sinensis leaf extract, lauric acid, disodium edta, peg-100 stearate, benzoate phenoxyethanol, ci 42090, ci 19140, fragrance <i>(</i></span><i><b style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Note:</b><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: -webkit-auto;">According to cosdna.com database, myristic acid and lauric acid have comedogenicity scale of 3 and above out of 5.)</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Introducing, Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam - Green Tea:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Yeah I know, the container I used was a wrong choice. Good thing that the original container is a squeezable tube, take note though that as the content becomes less, squeezing becomes more difficult as well. I just hate to see the cute plastic tube become deformed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Before buying this product, I've already read a few reviews. According to these bloggers, they need only a few amount of the product for each wash. It's very economical that way. For me, for some reasons, I needed more squirts in order to get the desired result - as much as the amount I used in a toothpaste (How many pea-sized amount is that?). Later on however, I used less and less amount. I realized that I just needed to mix in a little water with the cleanser for foaming to occur. I wish I had learned that earlier because my product is already running low.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had expected a green tea scent, which should have been very soothing. But no, I did not smell anything of that kind, but the fragrance ain't that bad anyway. I like the idea of <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/01/list-of-natural-ingredients-in-skincare.html" target="_blank"><b>green tea</b></a> taking it's action for fighting bacteria and stabilizing the free radicals on my face. Sadly though, the green tea I love is way below the ingredients list, meaning it is only used in small concentration within the formulation. The product did perform a good job in removing grime anyway. I notice my skin brightening up immediately after every wash.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While using this product, I still get breakouts every now and then, and more often around my period. I presume this is <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2012/11/acne-and-hormonal-imbalances.html" target="_blank">hormonal</a> and has little to do with the cleanser itself. Happy Tea Time is not a drying formulation. It did not dry out my existing pimples which other cleansers are good at.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Overall, still, this is a pretty good cleanser for me, only because I don't put heavy makeup on my face. I am using a BB cream, but not daily, and I'm not confident that this product alone is enough to remove any BB cream residue. Whenever I use this to wash off my BB cream, I would still find some brownish stain from the tissue I use to pat my face dry. Without my makeup, I do think though that the cleanser is mild enough to effectively clean my oily face.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So here are the pros and cons to summarize everything about Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- mild yet removes grime</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- cute packaging</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- economical</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- doesn't give me breakouts</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- contains fragrances that sensitive skin might not love</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">- might not be effective to remove makeup (using additional makeup removers is a must)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The verdict? I will buy this again especially when I'm on a tight budget. I will skip using this though on days that I would wear makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Also available, Happy Tea Time Cleansing Foam (Aloe):</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">How about you? Are you using this product? What do you think of it?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Why do the scientists, in the midst of this hype, approve the use of parabens in cosmetics? </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For one, <i>parabens have weak potency and are only used in little concentrations in products.</i> Some studies have found that parabens can mimic estrogen (a sex endocrine hormone), disrupt our body and promote cancer growth. Yet, endocrine disruption has only been found by injecting an extremely high amount of parabens in cell cultures and female mice - an amount far greater than what is actually used in our skin care products (.02-.03%). In addition, scientists found that parabens' potency are 100,000 times weaker than the estrogen produced naturally by the body, thereby suggesting the safety of parabens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Second,<i> there is no direct link found between parabens and cancer</i>. Studies that suggest parabens to be dangerous came about from analysis of breast tissues with tumors where parabens were found to be present. However, the presence of these compounds is not conclusive. More so, parabens aren't only found in breast tissues but also in other healthy parts of the body. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Without the use of some form of preservative, microorganisms will grow in our skin care products and can become harmful to use. Yet because of the high demand for paraben-free products, many manufacturers have found some alternatives to parabens. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Resorting to paraben-free products can sometimes become even more costly (some manufacturers take advantage of this frenzy to promote their expensive paraben-free products). Switching to alternative preservatives does not guarantee safety as well. Take for example, during my product search in a store, I have found a paraben-free moisturizer, yet I've also found that it contains a preservative called <b>DMDM Hydantoin</b> - a substance that may produce formaldehyde (another carcinogen) as a by-product.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Upon learning the possible dangers of parabens for the first time, like most people, I got paranoid of buying paraben-containing products. Thinking about slathering my skin with paraben-containing sunscreens and applying layers and layers of skin care products made me worry that the parabens in them might accumulate over time and produce the unwanted effect on my health (this was only my baseless assumption, parabens do get flushed out by our body - though to what extent is unknown to me - as seen in urine samples). However, was my fear based on fact? Why was I afraid of parabens? In fact, they are naturally </span>occurring<span style="font-family: inherit;"> substances found in many foods, including blueberries. To make a substance toxic is a matter of concentration levels.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(<i>Read: <a href="http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/understanding-sunscreen-labels.html" target="_blank">Understanding Sunscreen Labels</a></i>)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">After digging further, I learned that parabens aren't as dangerous as they were known to be. Yet, admittedly, the uneasiness is still there, instilled so well into my mind by the media. But personally, I am not into an all-out-anti-paraben campaign. Parabens have already been used in decades and using a newer form of preservative might be risky. Avoiding parabens altogether is impossible. I still find them in my current shampoo and facial cleanser. But as much as I can, I look for moisturizers, sunscreens, body lotions - products that stay on my skin for a long time - that do not contain parabens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So, to avoid or not to avoid, it is a matter of your preference. If you don't feel safe with parabens, then it is your choice not to use them. For the meantime, keep an open eye on all the rest of the substances in your skin care products. People tend to avoid one or two unwanted ingredients, while neglecting the rest of the ingredient list. Going for the certain-substance-free products does not guarantee that their formula is any safer. Read the labels carefully. Stay updated on further skin care studies. Don't jump to conclusions if a source says something is dangerous without checking the source's credibility. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/HBI/9/" target="_blank">Cosmetics Info - Paraben Information</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.breastcancer.org/risk/factors/cosmetics" target="_blank">Breast Cancer Organization - Exposure to Chemicals in Cosmetics</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.nrdc.org/living/chemicalindex/parabens.asp" target="_blank">Smarter Living</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.breastcancerfund.org/clear-science/chemicals-glossary/parabens.html" target="_blank">Breast Cancer Fund</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-02-16/health/sc-health-0216-parabens-20110216_1_paraben-free-phenoxyethanol-shelf-life" target="_blank">Chicago Tribune - Don't be Fooled by Paraben Hype</a> </span></div>
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