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Pregnancy and Acne

When someone is pregnant the body produces progerterone, which stimulates the oil producing sebaceous glands in the skin and as well the sweat producing glands. When we have sweat and oil one of 2 things can happen, and its important to remember that every pregnancy is mutually exclusive.  If we have sweat and oil , this is extremely beneficial to dry skin because it lubricates and can give you that "pregnancy glow" that everyone is always talking about. However, the other instance is a build up of sweat and oil which can become a breeding ground for bacteria which will trigger an acne breakouts.  Hormone fluctuations during pregnancy can help to clear up acne in women, where for others it can worsen their conditions. It is important to remember that we should be using products that are safe during pregnancy like these products  which are made specifically for women who are pregnant or breast feeding. Stick to your home regimen, by cleansing, exfoliating , and moisturizin...

There is a new Botox on the block !

This just in from Allure Magazine  Check out www.remi-d.com for the latest in Skin Care, and check out this awesome Wrinkle Relaxing Venom  There's a new way to freeze your face. Currently dubbed RT002, the new type of neuromodulator — a wrinkle-busting class of treatments you might recognize by the brand names Botox, Xeomin, or Dysport — is making waves in the world of injectables. If approved by the Food and Drug Administration, it will be the first injection of its kind to last six months — and dermatologists are psyched. "As a doctor, I love having more options and being able to choose the right products for the right patient in the right concentration and formulation," Doris Day, a dermatologist in New York City and author of Beyond Beautiful, tells Allure. Developed by biotechnology company Revance, the daxibotulinumtoxinA injection just wrapped two clinical trials where it was shown to successfully treat moderate to severe glabellar lines (a.k.a. the furro...

Tips to Quit Smoking and Save Your Skin

We all know that Smoking is horrible for the skin. So here are some tips and tricks to kick the habit Cigarette smoke contains carbon monoxide, which displaces the oxygen in your skin, and nicotine, which reduces blood flow, leaving skin dry and discolored. Cigarette smoking also depletes many nutrients, including vitamin C, which helps protect and repair skin damage. Here is a great product to help retexturize your skin from smokers damage 1)  Eliminate triggers.  Clean your home of all the items that make you think of smoking, Ash trays, lighters, air freshners, etc.. when you think about smoking the cravings can be pretty strong.   2)  Give it time.  The desire to smoke won't disappear overnight and the first seven to 10 days will probably be the hardest.  3)  Slip-ups are OK.  Nobody is perfect and your path to quitting might not be either. Having a puff or smoking a cigarette or two doesn't have to mean you're done with this...

10 ways to improve your mental health and find balance.

Are you looking for balance? 1. Value yourself: Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism. Make time for your hobbies and favorite projects, or broaden your horizons. Do a daily crossword puzzle, plant a garden, take dance lessons, learn to play an instrument or become fluent in another language. 2. Take care of your body: Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health. Be sure to: Eat nutritious meals Avoid cigarettes  Drink plenty of water Exercise, which helps decrease depression and anxiety and improve moods Get enough sleep. Researchers believe that lack of sleep contributes to a high rate of depression in college students. 3. Surround yourself with good people: People with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who lack a support network. Make plans with supportive family members and friends, or seek out activities where you can meet new people, such as a club, class or support gro...

10 things you can do to stay healthy

It seems like this year, the cold and flu has been going around right! There are easy ways to boost your immunity and decrease your chances of getting a cold or flu. 1. Wash your hands! this is your first line of defense... You should do this for at least 20 seconds. 2. Sleep!  Its best to get more then 7 hours of sleep , ideally 8! 3. Eat immunity boosting foods. Chickens soup, garlic, salmon, ginger, yogurt, and even sweet potatos 4. Hydrate your body! bodies are made up of 60% water, and we need these fluids to carry nutrients throughout our bodies. 5. Don't Stress! meditate, do what you can do release the stress from your body. I personally love yoga or walking my dogs with my headphones. 6. Disinfect, grab a can of disinfectant and do your door knobs, bathrooms, sinks, etc 7. Don't play with your face, you can spread germs from touching your eyes, nose, and mouth 8. essential oils, Lemon, peppermint, lavender, and tea tree can be inhaled throughout the day to help...

Why is sleep so important for your skin?

There are 5 stages of sleep,  Stages 3 and 4 are the most important stages and where the skin sees the most benefit. Stage 5 is the slow wave sleep stage and its about 35 minutes after you initially fall asleep. It is during this state of rest that the brain and muscle activity decrease, and the body starts to repair muscles and tissues. The body stimulates growth and development with growth hormones, boosts immunity, and builds energy in during this stage. Here are some important factors that relate to sleep and your skin Hormones: Sleep helps regulate your hormones, therefore a lack of sleep send critical hormones out of whack, to cause a host of skin and overall health issues. Circulation: Proper circulation is needed for nourishment and detoxification, so if we lack sleep then this will slow down that process. Blood flow in the circulatory system delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Lymphatic Drainage: this is a vital component of the immune system and has 3 functi...