( 
)So you’ve done your ritual of cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. Is that it? Let’s face it—there are more skin care products that go beyond the big three. There are creams, sprays, and whatnots out there, but what exactly are they for?
Here is some information about other skin care products that you may find useful. Perhaps there are actually some other products out there that you can incorporate to your usual beauty regime.
Anti-aging creams
Anti-aging creams are some of the more popular cosmetic products. They appeal to the “fountain of youth” dilemma that seems to plague men and women fast approaching middle age. Anti-aging creams are marketed with the guarantee of making the consumer look younger by helping reduce visible wrinkles on the skin.
Some anti-aging creams contain a form of retinol, which gives a rejuvenating appearance to the skin by stimulating the renewal of skin cells and reduces dark spots. This depends though on the formulations.
Anti-aging creams are less expensive though slow alternative to the wide range of cosmetic treatments that put customers under the knife or at the other end of the needle. Invasive treatments such as plastic surgery and Botox injections also charge so much that the ordinary woman will not be able to afford.
Facial masks
The creamy beauty mask applied to the face which cleans or smoothens the skin is called a facial mask. This beauty product is most commonly used by women, but recently there are also masks designed especially for men.
Facial masks often contain vitamins, minerals, and natural plant extracts such as fruits and herbs to give nutrition to the skin. There are different kinds of masks for different purposes. Some facial masks are applied for deep cleansing, while others are for moisturizing. Effects can also be varied, depending on the components of the mask. Some ingredients revitalize, while some rejuvenate. Masks that have mint as one of the ingredients also refresh. Popular natural ingredients are honey, cucumber, and even mineral mud.
Duration for wearing a mask depends on its type. Some masks should be left on the skin for as short as 3 minutes while others last up to 30 minutes. There are also beauty masks that must be left on overnight for maximum results. Some masks are washed off with lukewarm water, while others can be peeled off by hand.
Lip balms
Lip balms are a type of cosmetic substance that have medicinal properties. They usually come in small containers and are applied to the lips as remedy for chapping, and sores. Lip balms can be applied by finger or can be directly applied if they are in stick form, very much similar to the lipstick. Lip gloss is similar to lip balms, but they are used generally for cosmetic purposes.
Lip balms are made from beeswax, petroleum jelly, menthol, camphor, scented oils, and various other ingredients. Some manufacturers also add natural plant extracts, vitamins, alum, salicylic acid, or aspirin. Most lip balms contain sunscreen, to minimize damage caused by too much exposure to the sun.
Lotions
Lotion are medicated or non-medicated formula intended for skin application. Most lotions are oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions. A wide variety of other ingredients such as fragrances, glycerol, petroleum jelly, proteins and stabilizing agents are commonly added to lotions. Most cosmetic lotions act as skin moisturizers. They prevent body skin from drying and flaking caused by exposure to harsh weather conditions. Lotions are usually applied to external skin with bare hands.
Sunscreens
Sunscreen are topical products that help protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet radiation. They help reduce sunburn and other skin damage caused by severe exposure to the sun. Sunscreen or sun block may come in lotion or spray forms.
The smooth, ageless skin of Chinese empresses and women of the Emperor’s Court has long been the envy of women all over the world. The secret behind the pristine complexion of these exotic women is Pearl Powder. After more than 2,000 years, it remains just as treasured for its beauty-enhancing properties.
Pearl Powders
Women all over the world have admired and envied the smooth and clear skin of Chinese women. Their secret is not actually a secret at all, but a natural and safe beauty remedy that is now available to everyone. This skin wonder, which has been used by Chinese empresses for thousands of years, is called pearl powder.
Pearl powder is available in capsules and can be ingested. It is also incorporated to other skin products as an ingredient.
Pearls are believed to have a unique combination of natural substances and minerals that when applied topically, has the ability to keep the skin smooth and supple.
Medical research in China has proven that pearls have a beneficial effect on the skin by preventing pigmentation. It slows down the production of melanin, the polymer which is responsible for the color pigments of the skin. Pearl powder also acts as a form of sunscreen. Not only that, it also repairs the damage done to the skin by the sun. Pearl powder also contains natural moisturizers and proteins which renew and rejuvenates the skin cells. With all of these wondrous effects, it is no wonder that Chinese women can keep their skin clear and smooth.
Shea Butter
Shea butter is another natural skin care product derived from the kernel of the Karite tree that is found in Africa. Not only is it used for cosmetic purposes, it is also found to have medicinal value as well. When it is used in its purest form, shea butter can remedies skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. However, it is most popular with women who had just given birth as treatment for stretch marks. Even today, clinical tests reveal shea butter’s medicinal effectiveness. It is considered as a safe and natural product.
Duty Free House has a vast assortment of imported skin care products made from choice active organic ingredients that are clinically tested and dermatologic safe on any skin type. Our beauty products are available in different types and forms which include capsules, soaps, scrubs, cream, lotions, masks, and spray-on.
Here is some information about other skin care products that you may find useful. Perhaps there are actually some other products out there that you can incorporate to your usual beauty regime.
Anti-aging creams
Anti-aging creams are some of the more popular cosmetic products. They appeal to the “fountain of youth” dilemma that seems to plague men and women fast approaching middle age. Anti-aging creams are marketed with the guarantee of making the consumer look younger by helping reduce visible wrinkles on the skin.
Some anti-aging creams contain a form of retinol, which gives a rejuvenating appearance to the skin by stimulating the renewal of skin cells and reduces dark spots. This depends though on the formulations.
Anti-aging creams are less expensive though slow alternative to the wide range of cosmetic treatments that put customers under the knife or at the other end of the needle. Invasive treatments such as plastic surgery and Botox injections also charge so much that the ordinary woman will not be able to afford.
Facial masks
The creamy beauty mask applied to the face which cleans or smoothens the skin is called a facial mask. This beauty product is most commonly used by women, but recently there are also masks designed especially for men.
Facial masks often contain vitamins, minerals, and natural plant extracts such as fruits and herbs to give nutrition to the skin. There are different kinds of masks for different purposes. Some facial masks are applied for deep cleansing, while others are for moisturizing. Effects can also be varied, depending on the components of the mask. Some ingredients revitalize, while some rejuvenate. Masks that have mint as one of the ingredients also refresh. Popular natural ingredients are honey, cucumber, and even mineral mud.
Duration for wearing a mask depends on its type. Some masks should be left on the skin for as short as 3 minutes while others last up to 30 minutes. There are also beauty masks that must be left on overnight for maximum results. Some masks are washed off with lukewarm water, while others can be peeled off by hand.
Lip balms
Lip balms are a type of cosmetic substance that have medicinal properties. They usually come in small containers and are applied to the lips as remedy for chapping, and sores. Lip balms can be applied by finger or can be directly applied if they are in stick form, very much similar to the lipstick. Lip gloss is similar to lip balms, but they are used generally for cosmetic purposes.
Lip balms are made from beeswax, petroleum jelly, menthol, camphor, scented oils, and various other ingredients. Some manufacturers also add natural plant extracts, vitamins, alum, salicylic acid, or aspirin. Most lip balms contain sunscreen, to minimize damage caused by too much exposure to the sun.
Lotions
Lotion are medicated or non-medicated formula intended for skin application. Most lotions are oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions. A wide variety of other ingredients such as fragrances, glycerol, petroleum jelly, proteins and stabilizing agents are commonly added to lotions. Most cosmetic lotions act as skin moisturizers. They prevent body skin from drying and flaking caused by exposure to harsh weather conditions. Lotions are usually applied to external skin with bare hands.
Sunscreens
Sunscreen are topical products that help protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet radiation. They help reduce sunburn and other skin damage caused by severe exposure to the sun. Sunscreen or sun block may come in lotion or spray forms.
The smooth, ageless skin of Chinese empresses and women of the Emperor’s Court has long been the envy of women all over the world. The secret behind the pristine complexion of these exotic women is Pearl Powder. After more than 2,000 years, it remains just as treasured for its beauty-enhancing properties.
Pearl Powders
Women all over the world have admired and envied the smooth and clear skin of Chinese women. Their secret is not actually a secret at all, but a natural and safe beauty remedy that is now available to everyone. This skin wonder, which has been used by Chinese empresses for thousands of years, is called pearl powder.
Pearl powder is available in capsules and can be ingested. It is also incorporated to other skin products as an ingredient.
Pearls are believed to have a unique combination of natural substances and minerals that when applied topically, has the ability to keep the skin smooth and supple.
Medical research in China has proven that pearls have a beneficial effect on the skin by preventing pigmentation. It slows down the production of melanin, the polymer which is responsible for the color pigments of the skin. Pearl powder also acts as a form of sunscreen. Not only that, it also repairs the damage done to the skin by the sun. Pearl powder also contains natural moisturizers and proteins which renew and rejuvenates the skin cells. With all of these wondrous effects, it is no wonder that Chinese women can keep their skin clear and smooth.
Shea Butter
Shea butter is another natural skin care product derived from the kernel of the Karite tree that is found in Africa. Not only is it used for cosmetic purposes, it is also found to have medicinal value as well. When it is used in its purest form, shea butter can remedies skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. However, it is most popular with women who had just given birth as treatment for stretch marks. Even today, clinical tests reveal shea butter’s medicinal effectiveness. It is considered as a safe and natural product.
Duty Free House has a vast assortment of imported skin care products made from choice active organic ingredients that are clinically tested and dermatologic safe on any skin type. Our beauty products are available in different types and forms which include capsules, soaps, scrubs, cream, lotions, masks, and spray-on.
Guide created: 04/21/07 (updated 04/08/08)
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