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With nearly 500,000 new cases of skin cancer yearly, growing awareness of sun exposure has led to advances in sun protection.

The sun produces two types of ultraviolet radiation that affect the skin. UVB, also know as the burning ray, is the shorter wavelength and is more damaging. UVA, the aging ray, is longer and is damaging to the skin as well.

There are two main types of sunscreen: physical and chemical. Physical sunscreens, which are less irritating, work by reflecting or blocking the sun’s rays. Chemical sunscreens absorb the ultraviolet rays. Most sunscreens today contain both, known as broad spectrum sunscreen.

A sunscreen’s SPF (Sun Protection Factor) indicates how long someone can stay out in the sun without burning. A sunscreen with an SPF of 15 lets you stay out in the sun 15 times longer than without sunscreen.

This is really neat stuff because it provides protection from the sun by simply putting on mineral powder.  Not everyone knows that Dermstore can supply you with protection from the sun by using a chemical-free powder

sunscreen for your face and body.  For once a person can get UV protection without having to rub a liquid all over your skin.  By applying Powder-Me Foundation you will be providing your body with SPF 30 protection…in a powder form.

It also contains titanium dioxide and a nourishing natural clay.  It can be provided before you go into the sun or it can be used to soothe inflammation after being in the sun.  Either way it is great stuff.  Also you can get in in translucent and tanned.  It is really great stuff!  The applicator makes it even better…just watch the video and you will see what I mean!

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This is a Critique of, “The Story of Cosmetics,” by Annie Leonard youtu.be . I previously debunked her video titled, “The Story of Stuff.” That four-part series can be seen below along with other links for references. “The Story of Cosmetics,” is either dishonest, or Annie is unaware of an FDA study that debunks most of what she claims. (See Critique below) Part 1 www.youtube.com Part 2 www.youtube.com Part 3 www.youtube.com Part 4 www.youtube.com I challenge Annie to a debate: www.youtube.com Glenn Beck Interview: www.youtube.com Lou Dobbs Interview: www.youtube.com FDA and Lipstick: tinyurl.com Stats.org A health scare that stinks: stats.org

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We have provided these videos because we thought they needed to be here. The reason why we think it needs to be here is because the world is full of many organizations that just want to mislead you and then take your money all the while you think you are not only saving yourself, but also saving the world. We want you to listen to the outrageous claims concerning cosmetics and chemicals and how you will be killed by using them. Watch the top video and then watch the bottom one to hear the rebuttal. We will let you decide which one holds the most authority as being true.

This is a Critique of, “The Story of Cosmetics,” by Annie Leonard. We feel as if the second video completely debunked her video. “The Story of Cosmetics,” is either dishonest, or Annie is unaware of an FDA study that debunks most of what she claims.   Overall we think that the first video is about as relevant as global warming science and about as honest as a Washington politician.  Decide what you want..now where did I leave my shampoo?

We love this video as it really provides alot of useful information on what are the best cosmetic makeup brushes to use.  This pretty young lady goes into great detail about the benefits and features of many different brushes

that need to be used to achieve the glow of correctly applied makeup.  Watch this short seven minute video and see how much you did not know about the correct brushes that should be used.

What I like about this video is that she is NOT an expert and that she speaks from experience.  This is a great video and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!

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Here are some great tips that you should know about properly testing products at a cosmetic makeup counter or cosmetic store!  This video is really a great source of information for you to not only behave correctly at the makeup counter but also ways to stop you from getting pink eye or some other nasty infection.  What is suggested is to do what the man in the video suggests: Do what I do which is very simple things like:

• Test EVERYTHING on the BACK OF YOUR HAND!  By doing this you will be able to see the natural color that will show on your skin.
• Never apply products on your face that are out in the open for people to touch or use.  Treat it like using a bathroom in public.  You should apply the same rules at the makeup counter because the potential for bacteria is just as bad.
• Sanitize hands. -Never ever stick your fingers into product!  You should always use cotton swabs to swatch on the back of your hand.  You should always use disposable wands just one time and if you need more product then you should use a new wand each and every time without exception. 
• PENCILS: If using one on your eyes or your lipsyou should always dip it in alcohol, sharpen, and then dip in alcohol once again. Make sure to WIPE off the alcohol after the 2nd dip, so it doesn’t burn.
•  Anything in a squeeze tub can be used right out of the tube itself without any special care.
• You should always spot clean brushes before using them.  This will further improve your chances of getting pink eye or some other unseen infection that may be waiting for you right at the cosmetic makeup counter.

Reducing cellulite is a much deeper issue than just losing weight.  At first glance a person may be led to believe that a diet would be the best way to reduce cellulite, but that is not really the total truth of the matter.  If you are concerned with cellulite then there is also the fact that you are either dealing with being over weight or you have lost weight and are now looking in the mirror hoping that what you see will just go away.  If you are like me and lost about 30 pounds you start to notice what look like cottage cheese on your butt or your thighs.  If you are like me you are tired of trying so hard and starting to look so much worse.  If you are like me you are looking for a way to start reducing your cellulite without getting scammed or ripped off.

What you need to know about your cellulite is that the cottage cheese look is not something that will go away all by itself and there is not a cream that will rub it away either.  If you are looking to rid yourself of the ripple effect of cellulite then you need to discover the way that it is done.  I equate the method to like trying to get rid of belly fat by doing sit ups.  There are so many people in the world that have these flabby stomachs and they really and truly believe that they can get rid of the belly fat by just exercising the tummy muscles.  What I have learned is that there is no such thing as spot reduction and if you want to lose weight you need to lose it all over at once because any other way is just a scam.   What I have also learned is that there is no way to just rub on some cream to get rid of cellulite.  If you want to reduce the look of your cellulite, then you need to do more than just rub on some cellulite creams.  Although there is evidence that clearly demonstrates that cellulite creamsdo hide the problem cosmetically, it is doubtful the creams do more than just hide the problem.  If you are looking to just cover up the issue, creams may be for you.  If you are looking for a “cure”, then keep reading below.

Other things I have learned is that if you want to start reducing cellulite on your thighs or your buttocks is that it will not go away with brushes, pills, bath additives or even supplements.  I have learned that there is nothing that needs to be removed from your body like toxins or poisons or even stored water. I was researching how I could best go about reducing cellulite and I stumbled across a website with the cross section of skin, pictured below.  The website that I got the diagram from explained that the best way to reduce cellulite was with the program they were selling.  I read all of the stuff on the website and I thought what the heck, it was not expensive, so I would give it a try.  I saw that it had a 60 day money back offer and it was through ClickBank, and I also knew that since it was with them, the offer was valid.  I received the product and I thought that it might work as described, once I looked it over. 

I cannot explain how or why the program works, but I do believe that it has worked for me. I will not even try to restate what is available for you to read right now on the cellulite website.  I could try to rewrite all that it says but what is the point?  If you want to see some information for yourself, check out the website that the diagram is linked to. 

 I no longer have the dramatic cottage cheese thighs and I think that I will be able to keep them away for the rest of my life.  Because of the e-download I am no longer afraid to look at myself in the mirror.  No longer do i hate what I see and no longer will I be afraid that if I lose weight I will look even more ugly.  I do not know if all of that makes sense, but I do know that for the first time in a long time I am happy with myself.  That in itself is a major achievement and if you are looking for a way to get rid of the cellulite look, then give the book a shot.  You may be pleasantly surprised with the results.

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There are three top areas that are most important when caring for your skin on your face.

1. Cleansing
2. Moisturizing
3. Protection

It all starts with cleanliness because the other two areas will not work as well if your skin is not properly cleaned.  With all the different cleansers on the market today there is enough information to fill a book, but it is worthwhile in saying that you do not have to spend a lot of money on a quality cleanser.

Make-up will need to be dissolved with oil-based creams before the face can be properly cleaned, and then your preferred cleanser will remove any residue that could clog up the pores. It is very important to remove all traces of make-up before going to bed at night.  Sleeping with make-up can cause all sorts of skin problems as it clogs the pores during the night.

A good moisturizer helps soften your skin, and replaces the natural oils that are removed when cleansing. This barrier that is created by the moisturizer will help to lock in the moisture that is in your skin.

The last area in caring for your skin is to protect.  There is nothing more that will age your skin more than leaving it unprotected against the elements.  Sunlight is good for the skin, but too much of it can cause serious damage, so you should always wear sunscreen when going outdoors.  Many of the moisturizers that are worn during the day have SPF sun protection in them.  These are the products you should consider when going in and out of the sun during the day for protection.  Even driving in the car can cause sun damage, so these moisturizers are particular good to use.

Protect your lips with balms to stop them from drying out and becoming chapped.  Wear sunglasses and eye creams to protect the delicate skin around your eyes.

Taking care of your skin should be a high priority in your life.  Your skin is precious so treat it like so.