Mar 12 2010
Go Green!
Thinking about Going Green??
It seems as though more and more people are looking in the direction of going green. Going green in your every day life isn’t always an easy task. Sometimes it means that you have to rethink the way you live. To others, its as simple as turning off a light that would have been left on otherwise.
So, how do you go green with your everyday products that you use on your skin or hair? It’s easy once you know what your looking for.
How can Skincare be green?
Skin care is something that should be on the top of everyone’s list when it comes to caring for themselves. It should be right up there with emotional balance and eating healthy. Taking care of your skin is just as important as taking care of your inside, considering the skin is the largest organ that we have. It is what protects the rest of us. So why wouldn’t one want to take care of their skin in a way that would make it more vibrant looking, without the use of make-up.
Oh the inside of skin- the Vitamins within!
Vitamins are always a good start when it comes to working from the inside out. Vitamins help supplement the body and give our bodies the overall health it needs to survive.
Vitamin D helps the stomach absorb calcium. You can give a good source of vitamin d by simply being out in the sun on a daily basis. When it comes to the sun and it’s rays, the two opposites can be equally damaging. Too much sun can be damaging to your skin through burns or cancer, and too little sun can be damaging if you aren’t getting enough vitamin d. So finding a happy medium is always the best route when it comes to the sun. If you are one that doesn’t go out into the sun often or can’t find the time, taking a vitamin d supplement may just be your thing.
Vitamin B is a water soluble that helps the brain work in a normal and healthy function. It also gives your body energy that can greatly help in staying active and keeping fit. It is the natural substitute to weight loss medicine. If you are looking to lose weight so that you can feel better about your appearance, take some B vitamins and feel your body move.
Morning Shower- good or cancer causing?
The products you use on your skin determines how your skin breathes. It starts from the moment you wake up and turn on the water for a bath or shower. The water that is filtered into your pipes and into your tub and sinks can have an effect on your skin. Be mindful of any chemicals that may be in your water. The best way to find these numbers is to contact the water service department in your town or city. Also, using hot water can cause your skin to dry out, causing you to become itchy or have irritated skin.
Before you ever enter the shower, you should be aware of the products you have to use and what they contain. Using a product simply because it smells good isn’t always the best suit. Good smells are always nice, but it shouldn’t be the sole reason you buy them. Natural ingredients and natural products are better on your skin and help give it a natural glow. Be sure to look into the products you are using. A great source for looking deeper is the Cosmetics Database. It allows you to research the product and scores it according to the research that has been done on each individual ingredient.