To
make the transition from
winter skin to spring skin you’ll
want to lighten up your products. The cold weather lent
itself to heavier creams but in the spring weather is warmer
and a fluid moisturizer is better. Spring is a good time
to slough away dead skin cells accumulated during the winter
months. If your skin is sensitive look for an enzyme peel
as enzymes tenderize and digest the excess cellular debris.
For oily skin an alpha hydroxy (AHA) peel is ideal. The
AHA’s are weak acids that melt away the cellular debris.
On thicker skin, a granule peel with either finely crushed
almonds or walnuts work well. A spa Microdermabrasion Treatment
is good for all skin types with a skilled esthetician or
nurse. Ask for a diamond tip Microdermabrasion as it does
not use abrasive crystals and is very safe and effective.
This treatment can work on acne scars as well.
ISS
exfoliation pick: Mineral Deposit for Confused Skin with
AHA, BHA, Copper & Zinc Congested
Skin Repair Serum
This
skin repair serum combines Alpha Hydroxy Acids to exfoliate
dull ashen skin with Salicylic Acid to unclog congested
pores. Vital liquid minerals of Copper and Zinc replenish
moisture and balance adult skin prone to flare-ups. Multi-functional
botanical anti-oxidants soothe and protect the skin. Native
American Indian extracts are added for their recognized
properties to aid in skin respiration and cell oxygenation.
Ideal for balancing the skin when the skin is undergoing
hormonal changes. Mineral Deposit renews the skins texture
and color to even out the complexion and bring back a radiant
glow.
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Spring
is also a time for cleansing. Nourishing
the cells from the inside out is important. During the winter
months mucous forms in the body as we instinctively eat
more fats and meats to keep the body warm. The body naturally
cleanses itself through foods that are intrinsic to the
season. Joyce Gibney, ISS resident nutritional counselor,
recommends eating lighter fare, proteins that come from
fish, chicken or nuts, and lots of spring greens. Some of
nature’s detoxifiers like Chlorophyll, Minerals and
Magnesium can be found in greens. Joyce suggest you eat
a variety such as dandelion, arugula, watercress and dark
leafy lettuces. Berries are in season too and they have
many anti-oxidants. Add strawberries to your salads to make
it interesting and tasty.
Herbs
help the body digest better and this season look for mint.
Herbal teas are another way to get nutrients in to the body.
Mint teas are refreshing when served cool and mix well with
fruit teas. This helps to hydrate the body during the day..
ISS
pick: Cellaction Cleansing Tea Caffeine
Free, 100% natural loose herbal tea
Peppermint
and lemon grass aid healthy digestion
Orange
Peel and rose hips contain natural antioxidant properties
Hibiscus
flowers enhance the robust and natural sweet and fruity
flavor
Helps
relieve water retention
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With
the beautiful blossoming flowers, pollen is heavy and for
some, allergies occur. If you see that your
eyes are puffy then switch from an eye cream
to an eye gel. I recommend keeping
the eye gel in the refrigerator and for an instant de-puffing
treatment, put a teaspoon I the freezer for two one minute.
Apply your eye gel under the eye and on top of the gel,
gently massage using the tip of the cool teaspoon the under
eye area for a minute on both sides. You will see a difference
right away. Another way to diminish facial puffiness is
to run cold tap water and splash your face- a few cold splashes
does wonders!
ISS
pick: Bag Lady
Age-rebelling
eye gel de-puffs and minimize lines. Active purified Peptide
Proteins from Soybeans and Rice work to increase collagen
production. Botanicals of Raspberry and Green Tea extracts
help to constrict and tighten the skin while Chamomile soothes
and reduces inflammation. The product features "ISS
Freezer Spoon", a specially designed applicator that
partners with Bag Lady to massage away under eye puffiness.
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