Anti wrinkle products are sometimes called cosmeceuticals, because they are used for treatment rather than  just for decorating your face.  However, beware of these products, because they do not all get subjected to the same rigorous tests that true medications go through. Conscientious manufacturers may do the same clinical tests, the requirements for safety and effectiveness are not as demanding as with pharmaceuticals.

Keep in mind that any product that you buy over the counter is going to contain a weaker series of ingredients than one which requires a doctor’s prescription.  And the expensive creams don’t often work much better than cheaper brands.  The big difference is usually in the name and the packaging!  And none of them, including the prescription treatments, are going to show results overnight!

Learn to read the labels before you buy.  The most common active ingredients in anti wrinkle products are retinal, copper peptides, hydroxy acids, and coenzyme Q10.  Retinal is a form of vitamin A that is often used for sun damaged skin and wrinkling. It neutralizes free radicals.  Copper peptides stimulate collagen growth, and that helps to keep your skin firm. Hydroxy acid is an exfoliant, that helps to rid you of dead skin and stimulates new skin growth. To help protect your skin from sun damage, coenzyme Q10 is what you are looking for.

There are things you can find at home that can be used instead of or in addition to  your anti wrinkle products.  Drinking lots of water  not only  is good for your internal workings…it is also great for your skin. It clears your complexion and plumps up those wrinkles. Baking soda can be used as an exfoliant. And one last tip…it is always wise to buy a small amount of a product and see if it works or if you are allergic to it before you stock up!  Don’t forget that what works for your best friend may not necessarily be the answer for you.

Skin Care – Day Spas

If you are looking for a day away from the stress and pressure of the real world, consider going somewhere that will not only pamper you, but will also see to your comfort, relax your muscles, and look after your skin care.  Day spas will do all that and more! You no longer have to spend a week at a vacation spa, or disappear for the weekend at an overnight spa to get the full treatment!  And that makes it more affordable, too.

Too few of us have the funds or the time to take off for days. But you can still have a glorious day of massage, aroma therapy, and  have your skin deliciously cleansed, moisturized, and refreshed, using all natural, healthful, herbal products. Any day spa is going to have private rooms for your massages and treatments, a relaxing, luxurious atmosphere, and fresh juices, herbal teas, slippers, robes, and towels.

For both body treatments and skin care day spas are the answer, when you are stressed out and worn out.  Almost all of them offer massages, facials, waxing, electrolysis, aroma therapy, pedicures and manicures.  And the larger ones will also offer body scrubs, body wraps, skin exfoliation, and sometimes more sophisticated treatment options.

When you are looking around for the spa you want to treat yourself to, make sure you ask if they also provide mud baths, steam baths, saunas, and hot springs or hot tubs.  Some of them now have gyms, hair and makeup salons.

Any skin care day spa that you go to should have only certified therapists.  They are qualified to practice acupressure, reflexology, and hot stone massage. And don’t forget to confirm prices…they vary quite a bit from place to place!

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