Look Fabulous in Your 30s

Here are a few techniques to keep your skin looking great, flawless and sexy.

- Use a facial scrub to whisk away those dead skin cells which are making your complexion dull and lackluster.

Try Makari's Clarifying Scrubbing Cream:

- Under-eye bags and circles make you look older and tired. Laser treatments and a better diet can remove circles. Some good sleep using an elevated pillow helps to drain retained fluid under your eyes, leaving the area underneath your eyes flat and looking good.

- Stress and hormonal imbalances can cause acne to recur. Practicing stress-relieving exercises and good face care can help make those bumps disappears.  Consult with a doctor if you still have the blemishes. Some health conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome, could be the culprit.

Love,

Makari

ADULT ACNE: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

Acne can be a real problem for adults, especially women, who are more likely than men to have acne that continues into adulthood.

There are two types of adult acne:

• Persistent acne. This is acne you have beyond your mid-20s. It is usually on the lower face, especially around the mouth, along the jawline, and on the chin. Unlike the milder acne you may have had as a teenager, persistent acne often causes inflamed pimples and deep-seated nodules or cysts — painful lesions that often lead to scarring.
• Late-onset acne. Even if you sailed through adolescence with nary a zit, you can first develop acne as late as 30, 40, or even during menopause. Late-onset acne can be just as severe as persistent acne, and can affect the chest and back as well as the face.

The Causes of Adult Acne
Acne happens when oil glands secrete too much sebum, a natural moisturizer in your skin. When your pores become clogged with excessive amounts of sebum and skin cells, an infection-causing bacterium can start growing, resulting in acne.

• Medications. Some birth-control pills can help control acne — but others can make it worse. Some other common triggers are  medications used to treat epilepsy and depression.
• Genetics. 50% of adults with acne have at least one first-degree relative (a parent, sibling, or child) who has acne.
• Hormones. Fluctuations in female hormones can cause breakouts. Some women develop late-onset acne when they stop taking birth-control pills that contain estrogen and progesterone. If you get pimples when you are stressed, it might be because of overproduction of testosterone.
• Skin and hair products. Some sunscreens, hair products, and cosmetics can promote "acne cosmetica." 

Prevention Strategies
Proper skin care is essential!

• Wash your face gently. Wash your entire face 2x a day with a mild soap. Be sure to wash after exercising.
• Protect your skin. Don't pop your pimples. Also use a non-comedogenic sunscreen of at least SPF 15

* Makari's Sulphur Soap and Anti Acne Regimen Kit works really well for people with acne:

Treatments
Adult acne is more difficult to resolve than teenage acne. There are some over the counter treatments, and if those don't work then consult a dermatologist. A prescription medication might work. Treatments can be very effective and resolve almost all cases of adult acne.

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The Truth About Skincare:

Skin Myths and Facts 

Myth: Drinking 8 Glasses of Water is All I Need for Great Skin

Fact: You need to drink water, wear sunscreen, and have a good skincare regimen to keep your skin beautiful.

Myth: My Diet Causes My Acne

Fact: For the most part, acne is genetic.

Myth: Hair Grows Back Thicker When I Shave

Fact: It doesn't actually influence hair growth or thickness. The blunt hair growing from the shaft is just an optical illusion.

Myth: My Skin Will Age Just Like My Mom's

Fact: Your skin may or may not age just like your mother's, since your dad's genetics also play a role, as well as your health and lifestyle.

Myth: Falling Asleep with Makeup On Won't Affect My Skin

Fact: Cosmetic products can leave a toxic film on the skin's surface that could cause dehydration, inflammation, irritation, and clog the pores. Take time to wash your face every night.

Myth: I Won't Get Sunburned Outside if I Have a Base Tan from a Salon

Fact: When your skin color is darker than normal it means your skin has been damaged, even if you got the tan from a salon. The burning sensation may be less, but it is still damaged.

Myth: SPF Tells Me How Much Sun Protection I'm Getting

Fact: Damaging UV light is separated into two parts: UVA and UVB. SPF only measures UVB, once thought to be the only harmful part of the spectrum. A standard to measure UVA protection in the US is in the works. Until then, choose an SPF with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

Myth: My General Practitioner Can Examine My Skin

Fact: Dermatologists are trained to know all about skin, hair and nails, so it's best to see a dermatologist if you have a skin problem.

Love,
TEAM MAKARI

HOW TO GET RID OF YOUR PIMPLES

 
Even if your take good care of your skin, hormone fluctuations or stress can make your skin produce more oil, leading to clogged pores and a big breakout.

Apply a cold washcloth to the area and dab a little Visine on the pimple which will reduce the redness and swelling. Don't try hot compresses because they can make it larger and redder. If you must squeeze the blemish yourself, the try to be gentle and stop if nothing comes out after the first try. Squeezing your pimple too hard might push the pus deeper and create a boil and/or leave a scab, which can result in a scar.

And sometimes you need to just go to the doctor and have your blemishes removed by a pro.

Love,
Makari

How should I wash my face in the morning?

Cleansing your face twice a day is arguably the most important part of your daily beauty routine. Neglecting this simple process can result in dirty, oily skin that's much more likely to fall prey to acne breakouts -- who needs that? Cleanse your face once at night to remove all the makeup, dirt, sweat and pollutants that your hectic day subjected your poor face to and follow with a moisturizer. Wash again in the morning to rinse away your moisturizer from the night before and help you put your best face forward for the coming day.

1. Choose a high quality cleanser.

The Caviar Clarifying Gel works for many skin types:

2. Pull back your hair with a hair tie or headband to keep it away from your face while you're washing it.

3. Use lukewarm water to splash your face. Pour a nickel-sized dollop of face wash into your hand and rub your hands together. Apply the cleanser to your skin by gently making small circular motions with your fingertips.

4. Rinse the soap off your face with cool water. This will also close your pores.

5. Pat your face dry using a soft clean towel. Rubbing your skin will irritate and redden it. 

6. Apply a moisturizer and sunscreen and wait about 10 minutes before applying makeup.

The Day Treatment Cream will keep your face hydrated throughout the day:

Vitamins And Cream For BEAUTIFUL Skin

Everyone wants beautiful, healthy, radiant skin. Here's a list of vitamins that will benefit your complexion:

• Vitamins C and E can give your face a lift without a face-lift because they counter sun damage. Eat foods that are extra rich in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits, lemons), bell peppers (green and red), broccoli, cauliflower, and dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and mustard greens. Vitamin E is also important, so be sure to eat lots of vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, olives, spinach, and asparagus. 
• Vitamin A is also essential, since without enough your skin might look dry and flaky. It repairs skin tissue; so adding it directly to your skin can result in a real improvement.
• Vitamin B. Vitamin B might  be the most important vitamin for your skin. Biotin, found in B vitamins, is a nutrient which forms the basis of skin, nail, and hair cells and without enough your skin will lack radiance. You can get biotin by eating bananas, eggs, rice, and oatmeal. 
• Vitamin K. Vitamin K can eliminate dark circles under your eyes and reveal beautiful, glowing skin.

MAKARI'S face creams have a lot of ingredients with THESE VITAMINS!!! This is a good way of directly applying vitamins that are wonderful for your skin, in addition to a healthy diet.

Try the NIGHT TREATMENT CREAM!!!

That Post-Workout Glow

There are plenty of reasons to exercise. For some, it’s because you booked a beach vacation, while others are focused on staying healthy. No matter what your motivation is, we can all agree that there are obvious benefits to exercising. But by working out your skin will definitely look much healthier!

Here are some other healthy skin benefits to exercise:

Instant Glow : When your heart's pumpin' from aerobic exercise, you’re supplying your skin with a nice dose of oxygenated blood. It gives you that great post-workout glow.

Wrinkle Reduction : Working out also helps maintain healthy levels of the stress-related hormone cortisol. Too much cortisol can cause the collagen in the skin increase wrinkles and sagging. The boost in this protein helps to keep your skin firm, supple, and elastic.

Acne Relief : Regular exercise boosts circulation, nourishing your skin, bringing more blood flow and oxygen to it. This will help draw toxins out of the body.  Plus, all that sweating cleans out the pores of congested skin. Avoid exercising with makeup on your face though.

*If you have acne problems and need a good soap, try Makari's Clarifying Scrubbing Cream!
 
Healthier Hair : The improved blood flow helps keep your hair stronger and healthier. Your blood, full of nutrients, stimulates the hair follicles and promotes growth.

* To give you hair more body and make it softer, try Makari's Hair Maintenance Kit!

Love, 

The Makari Team @ makari.com 

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Cleansing tips when you get home from your holiday parties

As we begin to attend all those office and family holiday parties to close 2011 with joyful celebrations, we need to remember that our skin can start showing the signs of too much eggnog, holiday cookies, and yummy chocolate cake.

Let's treat our skin gently these days during our nightly cleansing regimen. Here are a few tips on how to gently cleanse your skin:

- Use a high quality make-up remover, toner and cleanser. MAKARI'S MAKE-UP REMOVER, PURIFYING AND CLEANSING TONER, AND DEEP CLEANSING LOTION.

- Limit bath time. Too much hot water and long showers can remove oils from your skin. Limit shower time and use warm water.

- Pat your skin dry. After washing your face, gently pat your face you are not stretching your skin too much and you keep some moisture on your skin.

- Moisturize. Use a product like MAKARI'S BODY BEAUTIFYING MILK and NIGHT TREATMENT CREAM.

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From sensitive to combination skin types, the Makari De Suisse Day Treatment Cream gently hydrates and evens tones.

Tips To Hydrated Renewed Skin

There's really no big secret to healthy skin. Taking care of your body shows on your complexion. Here are the daily steps you should take to attain clear stunning skin:

#1. Our bodies are 75% percent water and water is the basic essential to any health regimen.

#2. Like your mom or grandma would say "eat your vegetables". Veggies are an important part to healthy skin. Oily foods with artificial additives are basically junk which will totally reflect on your skin.

#3. Stick to your daily beauty regimen. They are only effective if you use them regularly.

How to Stay Clear of Skin Impurities

Living in the city we are expose to all sorts of pollutants in the air which end up on our skin.

With Makari Purifiying and Cleansing Toner you can control the arial toxins and feel clean.

Light and refreshing, ok to apply twice a day.

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