We all know how cold weather can contribute to dry, itchy, even irritated skin. The colder air combined with the dry heat in our homes and offices can really rob our skin of essential moisture. And when the weather is so changeable, we may not think to adjust our skin care routine until after our skin becomes dry and irritated.
In 2013-2014, sales of facial masks rose 60% in the US, and 11% in the UK. (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/10/prweb12226182.htm) (NPD Group, 2014) The increased sales of facial masks is adding to the overall increase in facial skin care product sales.
While there is no true medical definition for sensitive skin, it’s something we are hearing about more and more – in fact, up to 70% of women and 50% of men report that their skin is sensitive, a fact that often influences the types of skin care products they use.
Maybe you have a sunburn. Or maybe your face has broken out for the first time in years. Perhaps you’ve recently tried a new skin care product that’s left your skin dry an/or irritated. A Bel Mondo Calming Mask can help!
Since Ancient Greece – and possibly even before that – olive oil has been a key component of beautiful skin. And it’s not a surprise.
It’s pretty common knowledge that we can’t live without hydration. Every part of our bodies – including our biggest organ, the skin – requires hydration to function. In fact, as the organ responsible for protecting pretty much every other organ in your body, it’s especially important to keep your skin healthy and hydrated.
A painter will tell you that her hard work can be undermined by a poor canvas. Applying makeup is a lot like painting a picture – the better your canvas, the better (and longer lasting) the results. You can improve your “canvas” (your facial skin) using a Bel Mondo mask.
Approximately 40% of the adult population complains of having sensitive skin – meaning that their skin “over-responds” to certain factors. Certain foods, medications, topical preparations, sun, heat, smoke, etc. can cause varying degrees of discomfort to people with sensitive skin – ranging from slight tingling or burning sensations to more intense pain, and even rashes and blisters.
Skin care lotions, potions, and treatments can go a long way toward keeping us looking and feeling younger. But there are many things we can (and should!) do to keep our minds, bodies, skin, and souls healthy, youthful, and vibrant.
One of the biggest skin care complaints is acne/breakouts. While breakouts can be beyond your control (due to hormonal issues, etc.), there are several things you can do to reduce acne triggers – just by changing some of your routines and habits.
We all have those skin care products that we consider our standards. Maybe it’s the moisturizer you’ve loved since college. Or the gentle cleanser that has kept your skin clear for years. But sometimes an old stand-by is no longer doing you any favors, and it may be time to make a change – or at least take it out of rotation for a while.
Almost everyone suffers from dry skin at some point. Even those who typically have oily skin can experience excessive dryness from time to time. The good news is that, in most cases, dry skin can be prevented and/or treated.