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Detoxification — Top 4 Body Detox Myths

fitgizmos — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:30:44 +0000

Let’s face it — detoxification is always good, but unfortunately there are a lot of body detox myths going around about body detox. If you’re not careful, you might actually injure your body instead of helping it! Here are the top 4 body detox myths everyone needs to know about.

Detox Myth #1 – You Can Detoxify As Frequently As You Like.

Some people think that since detoxification improves so many bodily functions, it’s a good idea to adopt a detox regimen as a full-time part of their lifestyle. Be careful — detoxification is only good when you do it twice a year. Any more often, and you can put yourself in danger!

The Lemonade Detox Diet that Beyonce used to slim down for the movie “Dreamgirls,” for instance, was never meant to be a lifestyle! It’s great for slimming down and purging the body of excess toxins, but the body simply can’t survive on lemonade alone. Detoxify if you have to, but revert to a healthy, sustainable diet right after.

Detox Myth #2 – Body Detox Is The Best Way To Lose Weight.

Again, this isn’t true. While the weight loss you experience from detoxification is quick and substantial, it’s not for the long-term. And, yes, it can lead to eating disorders and digestive problems!

The best way to lose weight is, hands-down, an organic plant-based diet (fruit and vegetables), plus a vigorous exercise regimen. The less we eat of the stuff that’s bad for us (such as refined carbohydrates and trans-fatty products), the better in the long-term.

Detox Myth #3 – Body Detox Cleanses The Skin And Prevents Headaches.

This is actually a half-myth. Yes, it’s true that body detox produces clearer skin and fewer headaches (when done correctly), but these are just side effects. After all, when you drink more water and less caffeine and alcohol, you’ll naturally look and feel healthier!

Again, detox isn’t a cure-all. It’s a small but important part of an overall healthy lifestyle. It can set you on the right track in the short-term, but you’d better have a plan on how to keep the health benefits AFTER you get back to your normal routine. And that’s only done through a healthy lifestyle.

Detox Myth #4 – Body Detox Is For Everyone.

This is another half-myth in the sense that, yes, there’s a detoxification method out there that’s suited for you. But it’s very important to make sure that your body is ready for the method you’re planning to try out. Beyonce’s Lemonade diet, for instance, worked because she was young and healthy. Can you say the same for yourself? Make sure!

Remember, purging the body of toxins twice a year is always a good thing. But make sure you know what you’re doing — otherwise, you may be doing more harm than good

How the Galvanic Machine Works on the Face

jack — Sun, 08 May 2011 19:23:20 +0000

I’m not exactly sure if you know about this- but your skin doesn’t allow many things to be absorbed easily. No matter how many expensive anti aging products you use, they just settle on the skin without being absorbed. Yeah I agree it frustrating- especially when we spend so many dollars on those extra-power wrinkle vanishing creams.

But there is no cause to worry now- thanks to the galvanic facial treatment. I discovered it in a beauty salon and gave it a try- it actually worked wonders for me! The first change I noticed was a tighter skin.

Now I’m not saying I had saggy skin when I went in, but I certainly came out with much tighter skin. Oh, and the freshness- it’s like you have just had a full night’s sleep and 10 glasses of water.

How galvanic treatment works

The lady over there put some gel on my face and rubbed it with a galvanic machine. It lasted for about 45 minutes, and gave me the most satisfying feeling of my life- even more than devouring a large bowl of chocolate chip ice cream.

I have already been there about 5 times. Well it does cost me some money, so I’m planning to buy a galvanic machine of my own- with all the benefits that I’m getting, I can’t possibly quit using it.

Home galvanic spa

Before I buy my own machine, I tried out my friend’s. Well, what are friends for! One thing that I love about this galvanic treatment is that it can actually reduce those under-eye dark circles. I had developed a bit of those due to my hectic schedule, and I didn’t know how to get rid of those- I tried many creams, but to no avail. This treatment actually worked, and I no longer have dark circles! To me, it’s a miracle.

My verdict? I’m more than happy with the results, and I’m planning to buy a home galvanic spa machine anytime soon.

Advantages of a Galvanic Day Spa

jack — Sun, 01 May 2011 19:17:48 +0000

If you want to get the best day spa facilities at your home, then you must try galvanic day spa. I have tried it and found it to be extremely effective. Generally, people go for this treatment to reduce the effects of aging, but this treatment is much more than an anti-aging day spa treatment- it is loaded with benefits.

This day spa has many benefits

I’m not a technology expert, but I have prepared a short list of benefits that I have noted after using galvanic treatment. Some benefits were observed by me, and some benefits were observed by my friends, so I have compiled a list of day spa benefits, and here it is:

A galvanic facial gives you tighter skin. It lifts your skin, and keeps it firm.
It erases wrinkles and fine lines as it softens your skin, removing deep aging effects as well.
It removes the dullness of your skin that is caused by stress or aging. It also reduces the effects of pollutants that you have to face everyday as you go to work.
It hydrates your skin, thereby giving you a better and even complexion.
It also removes the bags from under your eyes. I know this for sure, because one of my friends had a serious problem of under eye bags, and ever since she has started using galvanic day spa, her bags have visibly reduced.
It promotes skin radiance. This day spa revives your skin and enhances your beauty.
It cleanses your skin, thereby reducing blemishes.

These are the advantages that my friends and I experienced with day spa using galvanized treatment. You might experience some more benefits too. But keep in mind that these benefits depend largely upon the type of galvanic machine you have, and the kind of lotion or gel you are using.

Facial Peels are not for Every Woman

jack — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:10:27 +0000

Though facial peels are great for removing fine lines and wrinkles, but there are some side effects that make them harmful and unsafe for some people. If you didn’t know already, facial peels have acidic content in them, and they are classified in 3 categories depending upon the strength of their acidic content.

The more acidic they are, the more wrinkles they can remove- and the more side effects they will produce. So you have to do a trade off between the pros and cons to get the right facial peel.

Let us discuss some cases where you should not get a facial peel.

Facial Peels for extremely dry skin?

Since one of the side effects of facial peeling is flaky skin, you might want a second opinion if you have extremely dry or flaky skin. Getting a peel can make your condition even worse. But you don’t have to lose heart. Instead of getting chemical peels, you can get natural peels. Yes the effects wouldn’t be as visible as the chemical peel ones, but it might be the only way to go if you have dry skin.

Facial Peels For Sensitive skin, Wait!

Is your skin sensitive to chemicals? Do you use extra mild face wash, and you cannot go out in the open without putting on a sun block? Chances are that chemical peeling will not suit you- so it is better to look for other alternatives for chemical peels. You can obviously use the natural peel I talked about.

Natural facial peels

There are many ways in which you can make a natural facial peel, and I am discussing one simple method here.

Get a pack of unflavored gelatin and heat it with orange and lemon juice. Juice from one orange and one lemon would be enough. Now let it cool down. Add the yolk of an egg.

Apply this solution on your neck and face. Spread an even and thin layer, and let it dry. Then rinse it with warm water, and use a soft towel to pat dry.

Tips to get Galvanized Skin – Beauty that Lasts

jack — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:10:18 +0000

Since I have been yapping a lot about galvanization, and how it has affected me, I might as well give a few tips that I have acquired as I got galvanized and experienced great results. Here are a few tips to get galvanized perfectly:

1. Make sure you cleanse your face before you begin
For this, you can use cleansing milk, and then you can even do a bit of scrubbing. There are many types of scrubs that you can use. You can get basic scrubbers. There are also some special scrubbers available in the market. These are made of natural products, and thus are better for your skin.

2. Now you can continue with your galvanized massage
While you massage your face, don’t raise the device. Keep massaging for the specific time period. Also, start from the center of the nose, and with sweeping strokes, massage till the lower eyelashes. Once this is over, you can use a damp towel to remove the extra lotion from your face.

3. After the galvanized massage, most people think that the process is over
It actually is, but you can give more substance to it, but going for steam therapy. This will help the process of smoothing out your wrinkles. This can be done for about 3 to 4 minutes. It will also help in the removal of dead skin cells.

4. If you have a few minutes to spare…
You can apply a special face cream after the steaming process. You can ignore this step, but if you do it, you will feel an instant glow. I, of course, always do it.

Though all these extra steps are not required, but they add an extra charm to the result of the galvanization process. So I would suggest that you should follow them. You will see greet resutls – trust me!

Rosacea Treatment with Natural Skin Care Products Exposed

fitgizmos — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 23:39:20 +0000

If you have tried a rosacea treatment, then you know that these treatments are not exactly effective on those red areas on your skin. This condition can be easily found among fair skinned people of all ages.

Do you have a pinkish hue, or is it rosacea? Let’s find out:

Is your face red at certain areas?
Are there red bumps on your cheeks, nose or forehead?
Do you notice blood vessels on your cheeks or nose?

If you have answered yes to even one of the questions, then you have a case of rosacea. It is not a serious condition, but it can lead to rhinophyma- a condition that results in a big red nose. Having redness on skin is bad enough, but being called Rudolf is the pits.

Natural rosacea treatments discovered

1. Green Tea Cream

A study conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology in 2005 showed that green tea helps people with conditions like rosacea. I’m not surprised since green tea can cure tooth ache, cancer, and many other diseases too.
Sixty women with rosacea were given green tea cream for 4 weeks, and they all showed positive results.

2. Licorice

The herb of licorice is very effective against rosacea. A study was done on 62 people for 4 weeks, and they all showed positive results for the treatment of mild rosacea.
Licorice plants been used in Chinese medicine for a long time, due to the therapeutic benefits. As you know Chinese doctors only use extracts from plants to health different diseases.

3. Vitamin B Complex

If you have a mild to medium case of rosacea, check your diet- are you taking sufficient amount of vitamin B daily? If not, then you can take supplements.

These were the 3 major natural treatments for rosacea, but there are others as well, like apple cider vinegar, aloe, red clover, chamomile, and rose hips etc.

It is best to try natural ingredients, since they don’t have side effects like the other treatments.

Ultrasound Facial Machine – Wrinkles Away?

fitgizmos — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 09:00:11 +0000

Have you heard the powerful voice of an opera singer? Have you witnessed how she breaks a glass because she sings on extremely high notes? The same happens with the excess fats underneath your skin when they undergo ultrasound. But this method gives protection to the structures responsible for beauty and shape.

How Does The Ultrasound Facial Machine Work?

This device that uses high-intensity radio waves is definitely a great way to get rid of excess fats on your face. Underneath your facial skin, are delicate and sensitive structures loaded with intricate nerves as well as blood vessels.

I have used an ultrasound facial machine and found it to be very soothing. I won’t say I am the most beautiful woman on the planet, but I am a proud outcome of this product.

How important is an ultrasound facial machine? Below is a list of the features of the machine:

The gentleness it brings
The benefits it gives
The added help it offers

Ultrasound Is Gentle and Soft

Going through an ultrasound is not at all dangerous, in fact it is harmless. The effect brings gentleness on your face and its skin. Though ultrasound brings a little heat, but the skin and the tissues underneath are not affected by it. It successfully eliminates dead skin cells which often block pores. The good thing is- it does not cause damage to any living skin cells found on your skin.

The ultrasound facial machine uses very weak sound waves to massage the skin- at an astonishingly rate of a million times per second. This pulse is too weak to damage the protein content of your skin.

The Generous Benefits Of Ultrasound Facial Machine

When we think about skin tones, we never think about blue or green, but the reality is- the pigments on your skin turn blue and green when your healthy skin undergoes mechanical damage. This is where the advantages of an ultrasound facial machine come out.

Ultrasound allows the capillaries to open as they take away any damaged hemoglobin.
Ultrasound brings back your skin’s normal color.
Ultrasound provides a gentle effect on fat.

Additional Help From An Utrasound Facial Machine

Ultrasound assists in breaking up cellulite. Cellulite is present because of accumulated water, and not accumulated fat. Ultrasound allows the water to flow through the skin as it brings cellulite along. Cellulite won’t come back after continuous treatment. This is what makes this machine so attractive.

DermaSilk Anti-Wrinkle Capsules

Fit Gizmos — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:39:49 +0000

A new product that surfaced during a conversation I had with my friends of beauty advisors, at our last girly-gathering of tea and yummies. DermaSilk Anti-Wrinkle Pills? While there are creams can it really be possible that we may have the alternative of consuming our way to beauty?

Has anyone tried this Derma Silk Anti-Wrinkle Product?

As skin ages, it naturally loses its flexibility and elasticity over time. Giving way to a less youthful appearance of sagging and wrinkles. Dermasilk Anti-Wrinkle product is considered to provide skin-specific antioxidants and anti-aging ingredients to combat these negative effects, and to help improve the look and feel of skin.

It’s considered to be a more dynamic and effective approach to healthier, more beautiful skin, safely and naturally. While other products tackle you from the outside, DermaSilk takes the opposite route, starting from the inside, out. A dietary supplement formulated with an effective blend of key nutrients for optimum health and beauty.

DermaSilk anti wrinkle pills are said to:

Reduce wrinkles and fine lines
Increase firmness and elasticity
Promote collagen production
Increase hydration and skin density
Reduce age spots
Deliver beneficial skin-specific antioxidants

Whatever happened to the days of graceful aging?

Dermasilk Anti-Wrinkle Pills