When it comes to anti wrinkle skin care products and other “beauty aids”, some of them are not very pretty. If you could really “see”, the stuff that they put in wrinkle remover cream, you would never put it on your face.

One of the most common ingredients is “urea”. Do you recognize that word? It’s the primary component of urine. It’s a waste product secreted by animals and plants, alike. It was originally used to soften tough skin on the soles and heels of the feet. Why someone would make the decision to include it in anti wrinkle skin care creams is a mystery to me.

There are much more “attractive” ingredients that also soften the skin. Take passion fruit, for example. Extracts from the passion fruit contain essential fatty acids that will make your skin feel like velvet. Doesn’t that sound nicer?

Of course, the major cosmetic companies would rather use synthetic chemicals, because they’re cheaper. Finding a product that contains all natural extracts is tough. Many companies try to fool you by using cute names like “Boot’s Botanicals”, but they contain just as many artificial preservatives and chemical compounds. They even include plant urea.

If you want effective wrinkle remover cream, that is also safe and healthy, you need a different kind of company. How would you feel about buying skincare products from a company that specializes in dietary supplements?

Your body needs a specific amount of healthy nutrients every day. Most of us realize that we simply do not get enough from the food that we eat, so we take a daily multi-vitamin. Wrinkle remover cream should contain the same things.

The skin is, after all, an organ of the human body. You would not eat urea. Why would you apply it to your face? There is no reason to.

Three things lead to wrinkles and the other signs of aging; your diet, your lifestyle and free radical damage. You can control your diet. You can control your lifestyle, to a certain extent, by not smoking and avoiding smoke-filled rooms. Free radical damage, on the other hand, is difficult to control without a little help.

The best wrinkle skin care creams provide the necessary help. That help comes from antioxidants. Our skin-cells contain fewer naturally occurring antioxidants, as we age. So, wrinkle remover cream should be designed to supplement the natural levels, keeping free radicals in check.

The common antioxidants include vitamin E and coenzyme Q10, but amino acid protein peptides also have antioxidant activity. The latest and greatest wrinkle skin care line contains an active protein peptide called Functional Keratin. It is quite unique.

Normally, it takes one antioxidant molecule to counter one free radical. Each molecule of Functional Keratin counters millions of antioxidants. That’s important for wrinkle remover cream, because they repair the damage that you see on your face.

With continued use, wrinkles fade, firmness improves and a healthful glow returns. That’s wrinkle skin care that anyone can use, regardless of your age.

By: Andrea Marshall

Pregnancy is a beautiful yet challenging time in a woman’s life. For every joyful discovery there is a disappointing development, like skin outbreaks or the shedding of hair.

The modern mother-to-be is lucky however, as manufacturers have begun to acknowledge the special needs of the pregnant body. Indeed, today there are literally hundreds of products on the market that address some of the more common discomforts pregnant women face during their nine month long evolution.

Skincare is one area that manufactures often target, a wise move, since taking care of our body’s largest organ is one of the primary concerns of many women who are on the precipice of becoming a mother.

With so many options available, it can be a rather daunting task to locate what will work best for you. Just how does a pregnant lady locate the skincare products that are both safe and effective?

Think Organic

Once upon a time people thought of organic products as something vegetarians and neo-hippies purchased due to paranoid concerns about contaminants. Nowadays, we realize that the neo-hippies were on to something, as the FDA and several health watch organizations have begun to prove that health and beauty items, like lotions and creams, were chock full of toxic substances.

Indeed, a mainstream lotion can contain several carcinogenic chemicals that could potentially damage reproductive health. Using such substances when pregnant could end up being extremely dangerous to both mother and baby.

On the other hand, true organic health and beauty items are free of the things that can cause harm to you and your precious little one.

Below are a few products that a resourceful mother who is interested in organic skin care can investigate to get started on her beauty regimen.

• Stretch mark cream – every mother, whether she is having her first child or her fifth, worries about getting stretch marks. The good news is that manufacturers of organic lotions and creams understand this and have created belly butters and moisturizers filled with pure botanical ingredients that will help your skin glow.

• Body toning oil — pregnant women are also concerned about sagging skin after childbirth, but the use of toning oils can help prevent this from happening if used faithfully. Producers of organic products make all natural body toning oils with tried and true substances like avocado, pomegranate and jojoba oils which boost collagen production and help the skin retain it elasticity.

• Body cleansing – purchasing organic shampoos, body washes and soaps are another great way to keep your skin baby smooth and free of harsh drying chemicals.

To find organic products you can visit a holistic food store in your neighborhood or look online for organic distributors. Always check the ingredients list as well, since some companies can legally use very little chemical free substances in their formulas and still get an organic rating. To be sure, look for the “certified organic” label. This often means it is 100 percent organic and 100 percent all natural.

You and your baby deserve the best start possible when it comes to the mother child relationship. Taking good care of yourself during your pregnancy with rest and proper skin care is one step in the right direction.

By: Amy Nutt