Thursday, July 15, 2010
8:21 AM | 
Posted by
Jennifer
Don't you just love the way clogged pores manifest themselves as - at best, little white dots and worst - red raised bumps with no head that are painful and take days to go away?
Blind pimples are a bit of a mystery but my research (Google, not scientific!) indicates they are, like your common garden variety pimple, caused by excess production of sebum (oil) and also clogged pores. They are effectively a clogged pore deep down that is infected and no head forms on the skin surface. Regular cleansing, toning and exfoliating to remove the dead skin and ensure pores are not clogged, helps prevent blind pimples.
If you do get one, do not squeeze - it will scar! Instead you need to try to draw a head out of it - so use steam (like when you have a cold....) or a hot compress, but take care not to burn your skin. Repeat a couple of times a day and be patient - it will go away but picking and squeezing are not the answer!
Products containing salicylic acid are the best to control blackheads, acne, pimples and blind pimples in both teens and adults. If you find your skin is drying out, it is a sign to use the product less often and use a different product - perhaps alternate the days. You need to keep some natural oil balance in your skin and you still need to moisturise (provided is is non-comedogenic which is cosmetic-speak for doesn't clog pores).
And it goes without saying - always wash off your makeup before bed! Mine comes off as soon as I get home, then I apply a serum then night cream later.
Re-read my post on exfoliating for more on the benefits it offers!
Blind pimples are a bit of a mystery but my research (Google, not scientific!) indicates they are, like your common garden variety pimple, caused by excess production of sebum (oil) and also clogged pores. They are effectively a clogged pore deep down that is infected and no head forms on the skin surface. Regular cleansing, toning and exfoliating to remove the dead skin and ensure pores are not clogged, helps prevent blind pimples.
If you do get one, do not squeeze - it will scar! Instead you need to try to draw a head out of it - so use steam (like when you have a cold....) or a hot compress, but take care not to burn your skin. Repeat a couple of times a day and be patient - it will go away but picking and squeezing are not the answer!
Products containing salicylic acid are the best to control blackheads, acne, pimples and blind pimples in both teens and adults. If you find your skin is drying out, it is a sign to use the product less often and use a different product - perhaps alternate the days. You need to keep some natural oil balance in your skin and you still need to moisturise (provided is is non-comedogenic which is cosmetic-speak for doesn't clog pores).
And it goes without saying - always wash off your makeup before bed! Mine comes off as soon as I get home, then I apply a serum then night cream later.
Re-read my post on exfoliating for more on the benefits it offers!
Exfoliating
Exfoliating is something that is often forgotten in the beauty regime, but so important, for the following reasons:
- it helps removed dead skin cells so you skin looks less dull
- it facilitates absorption of subsequent products (like serums, anti-ageing creams) so they penetrate deeper abd benefits are enhanced
From a personal level, one of the biggest benefits I have discovered from my (rather recent I will admit!!) commencement using an exfoliant 2 to 3 times a week is..... no more blind pimples!
The other day I noticed that I had some 'whiteheads' on my chin (I have large pores on chin and nose and when the hormones kick in, that is when they are likely to transform into pimples or blind pimples...). I was due to exfoliate so I did that as usual. The next morning, I had a pimple in place of one of the whiteheads!
Not much to get excited about? Well, in the past few months before I started exfoliating, I had those whiteheads turn into blind pimples. So to have it come up as a little pimple that I could quickly treat, was actually a great thing!
Gone in a day, no scar, not painful bump.
I will do a separate post about blind pimples because they are a source of frustration to many!
Exfoliating is something that is often forgotten in the beauty regime, but so important, for the following reasons:
- it helps removed dead skin cells so you skin looks less dull
- it facilitates absorption of subsequent products (like serums, anti-ageing creams) so they penetrate deeper abd benefits are enhanced
From a personal level, one of the biggest benefits I have discovered from my (rather recent I will admit!!) commencement using an exfoliant 2 to 3 times a week is..... no more blind pimples!
The other day I noticed that I had some 'whiteheads' on my chin (I have large pores on chin and nose and when the hormones kick in, that is when they are likely to transform into pimples or blind pimples...). I was due to exfoliate so I did that as usual. The next morning, I had a pimple in place of one of the whiteheads!
Not much to get excited about? Well, in the past few months before I started exfoliating, I had those whiteheads turn into blind pimples. So to have it come up as a little pimple that I could quickly treat, was actually a great thing!
Gone in a day, no scar, not painful bump.
I will do a separate post about blind pimples because they are a source of frustration to many!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Serums - why and when?
Serums are concentrated with key ingredients. They deliver a boost and instant benefits. They penterate more deeply into the skin than day and night creams. Some are designed to be used before moisturising, some after.
Details for each Avon Serum and how to use them are available from pages 68 onwards in the
Serums are concentrated with key ingredients. They deliver a boost and instant benefits. They penterate more deeply into the skin than day and night creams. Some are designed to be used before moisturising, some after.
Details for each Avon Serum and how to use them are available from pages 68 onwards in the
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Why should you use a separate eye cream?
The skin around your eyes is very sensitive. Normal day or night creams are more concentrated and heavier than the very delicate eye area can handle so a targeted eye treatment is the best option.
Some eye creams will target existing problems (such as dark circles or wrinkles) but you should use one as prevention starting as young as possible. Good day time eye creams usually contain sunscreen and sun damage is the number one cause of wrinkles.
Another cause of wrinkles in the eye area (eg: crows feet) is squinting so make sure you always wear sunglasses outdoors, even in winter and if your arms aren't long enough to read the paper or you can't see the TV properly anymore, get your eyes tested or you won't only have eye strain and a headache - you will have wrinkles too!!
The skin around your eyes is very sensitive. Normal day or night creams are more concentrated and heavier than the very delicate eye area can handle so a targeted eye treatment is the best option.
Some eye creams will target existing problems (such as dark circles or wrinkles) but you should use one as prevention starting as young as possible. Good day time eye creams usually contain sunscreen and sun damage is the number one cause of wrinkles.
Another cause of wrinkles in the eye area (eg: crows feet) is squinting so make sure you always wear sunglasses outdoors, even in winter and if your arms aren't long enough to read the paper or you can't see the TV properly anymore, get your eyes tested or you won't only have eye strain and a headache - you will have wrinkles too!!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Why use a Day Cream AND a Night Cream??
Day creams are lighter and good ones contain sunscreen. They are easily absorbed and are the correct consistency to wear under makeup.
Night creams are more concentrated because night time is when skin repairs itself. The ingredients are more readily absorbed whilst you are asleep.
Day creams are lighter and good ones contain sunscreen. They are easily absorbed and are the correct consistency to wear under makeup.
Night creams are more concentrated because night time is when skin repairs itself. The ingredients are more readily absorbed whilst you are asleep.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Sensitive Skin
As I said in my previous post, sensitive skin is a condition, not a skin type.
Sensitive skin is often fine, delicate and more common for those with stirking colouring - redheads, black hair, fair skin.
If you have sensitive skin, a change of products, season or environment can cause a reaction in your skin.
You will be more prone to blotchiness, rashes, allergies and sunburn.
Sensitive skin needs TLC - protection from the elements and consistent care.
Can I use AVON products if I have sensitive skin?
Of course! AVON products are researched in an award winning facility in NYC and dermatalogically tested. (But we don't test on animals - and were the first cosmetics company in the world to stop animal testing). We have been around since 1886 so have had time to get things right.
I am happy to help you select the best product for you and you are safe in the knowledge that if a particular product doesn't suit your sensitive skin, you can return it for a full refund.
avonrepjenniferrice@gmail.com
As I said in my previous post, sensitive skin is a condition, not a skin type.
Sensitive skin is often fine, delicate and more common for those with stirking colouring - redheads, black hair, fair skin.
If you have sensitive skin, a change of products, season or environment can cause a reaction in your skin.
You will be more prone to blotchiness, rashes, allergies and sunburn.
Sensitive skin needs TLC - protection from the elements and consistent care.
Can I use AVON products if I have sensitive skin?
Of course! AVON products are researched in an award winning facility in NYC and dermatalogically tested. (But we don't test on animals - and were the first cosmetics company in the world to stop animal testing). We have been around since 1886 so have had time to get things right.
I am happy to help you select the best product for you and you are safe in the knowledge that if a particular product doesn't suit your sensitive skin, you can return it for a full refund.
avonrepjenniferrice@gmail.com
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Skin types
Before you can care for your skin, you need to know what skin type you are, so you put the right products on your skin:
Normal Skin - mostly problem-free. Pores are fine - doesn't take much to keep in optimum condition
Dry skin - dehydrated, easily irritated or inflammed. Can look grey, dull and lfaky and appear prematurely lined (think about a dry creek bed...) Skin becomes drier as we get older.
Oily skin - Larger pores and blackhead or blemish prone. May have a shiny sheen. On the upside - less wrinkles!
Combination skin - most common - often the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) can be oily while the cheeks may be dry. Maintenance is achieved by balancing the skin's natural moisture vs oil content.
Note: Sensitive skin is not a skin type - it is a condition. The skin will still be one of the above underlying types. Will blog on that another day :-)
Before you can care for your skin, you need to know what skin type you are, so you put the right products on your skin:
Normal Skin - mostly problem-free. Pores are fine - doesn't take much to keep in optimum condition
Dry skin - dehydrated, easily irritated or inflammed. Can look grey, dull and lfaky and appear prematurely lined (think about a dry creek bed...) Skin becomes drier as we get older.
Oily skin - Larger pores and blackhead or blemish prone. May have a shiny sheen. On the upside - less wrinkles!
Combination skin - most common - often the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) can be oily while the cheeks may be dry. Maintenance is achieved by balancing the skin's natural moisture vs oil content.
Note: Sensitive skin is not a skin type - it is a condition. The skin will still be one of the above underlying types. Will blog on that another day :-)
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