Skin Care Medication

Men need more skin care’

August 30, 2007

Padma Shri winner Shahnaz Hussain may give the appearance of an empress of herbal products. But there’s more.. as she reveals in a heart-to-heart with Amita Amin-Shinde. While she is here to launch a men’s fairness cream.

A men’s fairness cream? Does it really work?
Yes, absolutely. I think men need more skin care. And why not? Fair One for men doesn’t mean that one will become fair overnight. It evens out patchy skin that has hues of different colouring.

You started your business after you got married and had a daughter.
Yes, I did. I had studied only till the 7th grade then. Papa showed me a picture of a boy and I got married in 1968.

Sounds like a tough journey…
It was. After marriage we went to Tehran. I wanted to study beauty but the fee was 10 times more than my husband’s salary That’s when I . started writing for a magazine. I wrote under different names.. sometimes cover-to-cover.

Remarriage was a natural thing for me. I thought I couldn’t go on being insecure and unhappy. And Mr Puri’s companionship is fun. I would rather live a happy life.. From a small veranda business in 1971 to a Rs 1,000 crore brand… 600 franchises in India and abroad.. how does it feel?
Aah, yes. It has been a long journey I started out.. (pause).. proba . bly when I was 19. My papa, Chief Justice N U Beg, paid for it by trading his National Savings Certificates. But not many know that the first time he lent me money, I was robbed. I was scared to tell papa. Somehow he got to know. He lent me some more money and said, “Go ahead.”

What do you think of herbal products in the western world? India is very respected abroad.
Though I must say the foreign market wasn’t easy the toughest was .. France. But I managed to conquer that too. I am just back from London, after opening a shop at Harley Street.. A bastion that I’d wanted to conquer for quite some time now.

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I think the latter, though I’m very family-oriented. I made sure that I’d always have time for my children. I remember one instance: Sameer was 15 and I had to go to Goa. After work, Sameer and I hired a bike for Rs 100 per hour, and rode on the beach. We even got lost on our way back. It was fun though..

You used to also write poetry for your children. Do you still do that?
I do. But usually I take to poetry writing when there is a death in the family or if I am depressed. My daughter writes poetry too.. I think hers is better than mine. Mine is more melancholic.

Mr Hussain’s death must have been quite a blow..
Those were trying times. My husband died of cardiac arrest in 1998. When he passed away, my whole world collapsed. I couldn’t think of a life beyond him. It wasn’t easy to reorganise my life. I was at very disturbed stage. You know, we were married for about 30 years!

And then you found love the second time..
(Smiles) I met Raj (Puri) in the course of events. He’s a co-partner at A F Ferguson. The moment I met him, I broke down. I was in mourning.. 40 days of black veil. I needed someone to take over a huge part of my work. If I’m alive today it’s because of him. I don’t think a person like him exists. He’s perfect.. really I don’t . think I deserve him. That’s the biggest compliment I can give him.

How was it to start your life all over again?
Remarriage was a natural thing for me even though it’s not for the world. I couldn’t go on being insecure and unhappy And Mr Puri’s . companionship is fun. I would rather live a happy life than brood about the past.

You’ve built such an empire.. what keeps you going?
My work is my addiction. I love what I do. In return, if I am appreciated and loved.. that’s enough. I look at life differently… others may count life in the number of breaths they take, I count life by the number of occasions when you can take the breath away.

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Try mixing it up for great skin-care solutions

August 26, 2007

The beauty industry touts antioxidants as powerful substances to fight signs of aging. Whip up your own soothing solutions if you want to avoid the cost of beauty products.

Many herbs have high concentrations of antioxidants.

Rosemary, thyme, basil, peppermint and other mints, dill, and parsley are all good to use in homemade beauty products.

Here are a few skin-care recipes to get you started.

If you have sensitive skin, test all of these products first by dabbing a small amount on the inside of your elbow. Leave it on overnight and then check to make sure there is no reaction.

Thyme and Fennel-seed Toner

For normal to oily skin. Fennel reduces puffiness and irritation. Thyme is antiseptic and astringent.

2 sprigs fresh thyme, lightly crushed with the back of a spoon

2 teaspoons fennel seed, crushed lightly

1/2 cup boiling water

Juice of a half of a lime

1. Mix thyme and fennel seed in a bowl and cover with boiling water.

2. Add lime juice and let steep for 15 minutes.

3. Strain infusion and store liquid in a jar. Keep in the refrigerator.

To use: Dab on face and neck with a cotton ball. Leave on a few minutes, then rinse with water.

- Adapted from “Secrets of the Spas,” by Catherine Bardey ($10, 1999, Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers)

Peppermint Foot Soak

Peppermint has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

8 cups fresh peppermint

8 cups boiling water

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2. Strain liquid and discard mint.

To use: Pour liquid into a foot basin. Soak feet in the warm solution for 20 minutes and pat dry.

- Adapted from Heart-Healthy Living jm magazine, summer 2007

Cornmeal-Rosemary Foot Scrub

Rosemary is slightly antiseptic.

1/4 cup boiling water

1 cup fresh rosemary leaves

1/4 cup oats

1/2 cup cornmeal

2 tablespoons olive oil

1. Pour boiling water over rosemary; cover and steep 15 minutes in a nonmetal bowl.

2. Use a coffee or spice grinder to grind the oats.

3. Combine the powdered oats with cornmeal and olive oil.

4. Strain liquid and discard rosemary; add the rosemary water to the mixture 1 tablespoon at a time until a smooth paste forms.

To use: Massage feet with the paste. Rinse.

- Adapted from Heart-Healthy $Living magazine, summer 2007

Rosemary and Apple Cider Hair Rinse

This rinse removes residue left by other hair-care products.

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

1 cup apple cider vinegar

1. Chop rosemary and place it in a jar.

2. Fill jar with apple cider vinegar, put the lid on and store in a cool, dark place for one week. Shake the jar occasionally.

3. After a week, strain and discard rosemary.

4. When ready to use, dilute 61/37 cup of liquid in three cups of warm water.

To use: Pour over freshly shampooed hair. Rinse and dry hair as usual.

- Adapted from “Secrets of the $Spas,” by Catherine Bardey ($10, $1999, Black Dog & Leventhal $Publishers)

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Leading Luxury Beauty Retailer SpaSkin.com Adds New Brands

August 19, 2007

Liberty Holdings, LLC, the owner of market leading luxury retailer SpaSkin.com, has announced that it has agreed to allow a number of new beauty brands to be added to the company inventory. Company president, Richard Russell, made the following comments; “We continually strive to offer our customer base the best beauty solutions available in the global market. This is why SpaSkin.com is the fastest growing luxury skin care business in the market. Our customers recognize our commitment to seeking out the newest trends, the best skin care, hair care, and cosmetic products, as well as providing the best customer service in the market.”

(PRWEB) August 19, 2007 — Liberty Holdings, LLC, the owner of market leading luxury retailer SpaSkin.com, has announced that it has agreed to allow a number of new beauty brands to be added to the company inventory. Company president, Richard Russell, made the following comments; “We continually strive to offer our customer base the best beauty solutions available in the global market. This is why SpaSkin.com is the fastest growing luxury skin care business in the market. Our customers recognize our commitment to seeking out the newest trends, the best skin care, hair care, and cosmetic products, as well as providing the best customer service in the market.”

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The new brands are:
C’Watre - This is an exciting new product line. C’watre is an emerging leader in the skin care industry. They are the only company to use ocean water as a base ingredient. Their creation of molecularly stimulated ocean water means C’watre products contain over 78 minerals, salts, and nutrients. More information can be viewed at: www.spaskin.com

SAMPAR - SAMPAR is an extremely technologically advanced, luxurious product line incorporating a unique Urban Active Complex (a powerful antipollution shield) and high percentages of active ingredients including vitamin A and C, peptides, citrus bioflavanoids, enzymes and powerful antioxidants. SAMPAR has focused on utilizing natural active ingredients and essential oils, synergistically combining them to form elegant, efficacious skincare products that combat the stress exerted on skin by the modern environment and help arrest, reverse and prevent the signs of extrinsic aging including pigmentation and fine lines and wrinkles.

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Zingo Offers Pain Relief During Child Injections

August 18, 2007

FRIDAY, Aug. 17 (HealthDay News) — The pain-relieving drug Zingo (lidocaine hydrochloride) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for children aged 3 to 18 who have “venous access” procedures such as IV insertions or blood draws, maker Anesiva Inc. said Friday.

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Skin Cancer- Squamous Cell Cancer- 2

August 10, 2007

These symptoms may indicate presence of SCC-

A red bump on sun-exposed skin which does not go away. This will be found mainly on sun exposed areas - the face, head, hands, or shoulders.

A growing irritated or reddish patch and forms a sore.

A new skin growth that looking like a wart.

A sore on the lower lip, that does not heal or an area of thickened skin on the lower lip, especially in smokers or tobacco chewers or those, whose lips are exposed to the sun and wind.

Any diseased area of skin (lesion) can indicate SCC and should be examined if it has changed colour, shape, size, or appearance or has not healed after an injury.

Diagnosis of Squamous Cell Cancer

Radiation therapy is an effective option for many tumors, especially large lesions on the nose, lips, or eyelids, and for those who can not undergo surgery. The radiation destroys the tumor cells along with some surrounding healthy tissue. Cryosurgery, is also useful in some cases. This method uses liquid Nitrogen to remove the cancer. The wound created by the procedure usually heals within 4 weeks.

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In this surgery, the cancerous cells from the healthy looking margins are carefully removed.

High Risk Groups

Fair skin, age above 40, living closer to equator etc. are some factors. Someone who has had one skin cancer is more likely to develop another skin cancer in the future. The risk of Scc also increases in immuno-supressed people.

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

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Skin care product maker ventures into franchising

August 7, 2007

THE bullish beauty, health and wellness industry in the Philippines has paved the way for a skin care product manufacturer and retailer in Cebu to venture into franchising.

The combined volume of skin care products manufactured in Malaysia alone is at around 800,000 to 900,000 monthly, Palis said.

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Volume

In order to attract the high-end market here, she used the same approach for Felissa—growing the brand in Malaysia and bringing it back to the Philippines

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Personal Care Products Can Lead To Cancer

August 2, 2007

Our skin is a two way membrane. During perspiration toxins are eliminated from our body through it. Recently scientists have found that some chemicals when applied to the skin can penetrate the body and be absorbed by the body in significant amounts. Many personal care products contain chemicals which are considered hazardous by EPA. National Institute of Occupational safety and health found 884 chemicals used in personal care products and cosmetics are known to be toxins. The numbers of products used by adults and children that contain potent carcinogens are very high. It was reported recently that 500 dangerous chemicals have been found on a single fat cell in a healthy looking British woman. Another report was of 350 man made chemicals and residues used in personal care products found in breast milk.

Ammonia derivative DEA-Diethanolamine,TEA- Triethanolamine and MEA-Monoethanolamine when combined with products containing preservative nitrates form notrosamines which are carcinogenic. FDA urged the companies to remove them from shelves but even now almost 37% if products tested contained nitrosamines.

If Alcohol content in mouthwash rises to more than 25% it is known to cause mouth, tongue and throat ulcer.

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Mineral oil made from petroleum ingredient found in baby oil and skin care can hinder skin respiration and can age skin prematurely. Baby oil is almost 100% mineral oil.

Phthalates exposure through hair mousse and hair spray can cause genital abnormality. It can be absorbed into the body through skin and also through inhalation.

Propylene glycol used in hair conditioners deodorants cosmetics baby products body lotions skin care and tooth pastes and even added to human and pet food can cause eye irritation, skin irritation, headaches and nausea.

Scientist recently found paraben in breast cancer tissue. It is used as a preservative and is considered to increase oestrogen levels in women and can drive the growth of breast tumors.

Methylisothiazolinone –M.I.T found in anti microbial soap, shampoo and other personal care products can cause nerve damage. It is chemically identical to Agent Orange used in Vietnam War.

SLS- Sodium laureth sulphate found in shampoos, toothpaste, gels, and cleaners used as a foaming agent can cause permanent impairment of eyes and corrodes hair follicles and impairs the ability to grow hair.

These are some of the harmful chemicals added to our personal care products. There are much more chemicals added to these products and scientists are discovering more chemicals to be harmful. Even many of the so called natural and organic products have these harmful chemicals added to them. Try to use chemical free and organic products.

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Leading Skin Care Chemist Explains How to Care for Skin During Winter Months

July 29, 2007

Sam Dhatt, a leading cosmetics and skin care chemist, shares skin care tips in a 25-article series, HealthMad.com, including tips for caring for sensitive skin during tough winter months. Dhatt, who is the CEO of Allure Cosmetics, Inc. and DermaQuest™ Skin Therapy, is an innovator in the field of peptide research and anti-aging techniques. Included in the article, titled “Caring for Sensitive Skin in Winter,” Dhatt explains why skin is more susceptible to dryness and blemishes during the winter months. He also describes some methods that may help to protect and cleanse skin regardless of the season.

“The winter can be particularly difficult for skin, especially facial skin,” said Dhatt. “During the winter, people need to be sure that they are not only cleansing and moisturizing their skin regularly, but that they are also remembering to use SPF on their faces. Taking care of your skin in all seasons will help to keep it healthy and young looking.”

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More about Sam Dhatt

Sam Dhatt has been a leading chemist and innovator in the skin care industry and has been for over 20 years. He has expertly crafted formulas for skin care products and has produced award-winning results that are used in clinics around the world. Dhatt and his team of highly-trained chemists develop and manufacture skincare products for more than 700 of the industry’s most successful brands.

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Doctors Have Skin Color Bias

July 22, 2007

A new study finds that most doctors have an unconscious bias that results in them giving quicker and better treatment to whites than African American patients

A new study has found that when it comes to providing medical care, a person’s skin color plays a considerable role in determining who is treated first.

The study, performed by the Disparities Solutions Center, found that doctors are more likely to give prompt medical care to whites over African Americans, due to an unconscious bias.

“We found that as doctors’ unconscious biases against blacks increased, their likelihood of giving [clot-busting] treatment decreased,” said the lead author of the study, Dr. Alexander R. Green of Massachusetts General Hospital. “It’s not a matter of you being a racist. It’s really a matter of the way your brain processes information is influenced by things you’ve seen, things you’ve experienced, the way media has presented things.”

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The study is the first of its kind to look into the unconscious racial bias that most doctors have when it comes to providing medical care for African Americans. It was performed using more than 200 participants who were training to become doctors. The participants were presented with two patients, one white and one black, both of which presenting with signs of a heart attack. The researchers found that the doctors were more likely to agressively treat the white patient than the black patient.

The study is published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine.

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Skin-care firm names new president

July 21, 2007

Jonathan “J.J.” Cutler was named president and chief operating office of Lindi Skin on Monday.

The Ardmore, Pa., company specializes in specially formulated skin-care products for people with cancer.

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