DARK CIRCLES

A good night’s sleep alone won’t get rid of those dark circles under your eyes.

The appearance of dark circles under the eyes can make a person look older than they really are. They are usually caused by genetics, age, seasonal allergies or maybe your lifestyle behaviors (smoking, drinking alcohol, etc). Lack of sleep increases venous congestion; fluid build-up leads to pooled blood in those superficial blood vessels, making dark circles look even darker when you’re tired.

It can be more apparent in people with fair skin, and those with very little subcutaneous fat supporting the area under the lower lid. Those with darker skin tones produce extra pigment around the eye area, which can cause a general darkening of the skin under the eyes and on the lids.

Genetics : are the biggest culprit! Family history also plays a part in developing dark circles under your eyes. It can be an inherited trait seen early in childhood, and may worsen as you age or slowly disappear.

Age : as you get older, your skin becomes thinner. Skin loses collagen and thins, so veins show through more prominently. As this occurs, the dark blood vessels beneath your skin become more visible causing the area below your eyes to darken. Sunbathing speeds up this process by breaking down collagen and mottling skin color.

Seasonal Allergies : allergic or eye dryness can trigger dark circles. When you have an allergic reaction, your body release histamines as a response to harmful bacteria. To determine why your circles happen, gently stretch the skin under your eyes. If that area becomes darker, the circles are probably due to genetics or aging. If the color doesn’t change, UV rays or allergies are probably the cause.

PUFFY EYES

Puffy eyes generally result from a variety of factors, including over-consumption of salt which causes fluid retention, allergies that can cause inflammation and swelling, sinus problems, dehydration, fatigue and lack of sleep, stress, crying, aging, and inherited facial features.

With aging, eye puffiness can be caused in part when fatty tissue that ordinarily protects the eye inside the bony eye socket begins to push forward and fill in spaces below the eye.

Lack of sleep makes puffy eyes worse too because of the pooling of fluid in the area.

When we’re sleeping, we don’t blink. And this is part of the reason why eye puffiness develops when we wake up at the morning. The closed, non-blinking eyelids during sleep potentially can swell in certain people prone to this problem. So in the mornings, you could wake up with unusually puffy, swollen eyelids. When you wake up and start blinking, some of the puffiness gradually goes away. As a result, puffiness is often worse in the morning and resolves itself by the afternoon as the accumulated fluid drains with the help of gravity and time.

How to reduces puffy eyes and dark circle:-

1.Get Enough Sleep : Good sleeping help minimize dark under-eye circles, no matter what the cause. Allow yourself 7 – 8 hours of rest to prevent dark circles from appearing.

2. Using Cream specially formulated for eyes : retinol, kojic acid, green tea, vitamin C etc can be helpful. To help skin-brightening products work their best, avoid the sun and don’t skin your daily sunscreen.

3. Applying iced compresses : can help reduce swelling and shrink dilated blood vessels. This can reduce the appearance of puffiness and help eliminate dark circles. Wrap a few ice cubes in a clean washcloth and apply to your eyes. You can also dampen a washcloth with cold water and apply it to the skin under your eyes for 20 minutes for the same effect. Repeat this process if the cloth becomes warm or if the ice melts.

4. Applying cucumber slices : The antioxidants and flavonoids in cucumber help in reducing redness, swelling and irritation. You can place a slice of cucumber on each eye and let it stay for 30 minutes. Feel nice and refreshed afterwards!

5. Applying green or black tea bags : Tea contains caffeine and antioxidants that can help stimulate blood circulation, shrink your blood vessels, and reduce liquid retention beneath your skin. Soak 2 tea bags in hot water for five minutes. Let them chill in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes. Once they’re cold, apply the teabags to your closed eyes for 10 to 20 minutes. After removing, rinse your eyes with cool water.

6. Reducing salt : reduce salt in your diet like food.

7. Eating potassium-rich foods : such as bananas, to eliminate excess fluids in your body.

8. Laser treatments and Vitamin K : Laser treatments may reduce the look of dark circles due to broken blood vessels or any skincare products containing vitamin K can also help.

9. Makeup Concealer : A concealer one shade lighter than your skin tone can help disguise under-eye circles. A concealer with an SPF of 15 or higher provides double benefits. If your skin tends to be oily or acne-prone, use an oil-free concealer.

Skincare Products to reduces your puffy eyes and dark circles:-

Raise your hand if you’ve been personally using sleeping mask? Sleeping masks are important to add into your skincare routine especially if you are dry skin people, so that your skin is ultra-moisturized when you wake up. Their formulas are long-lasting and intensely hydrating, but still comfortable enough to sleep with them on. They’re created to deeply moisturize your skin, much more so than a regular moisturizer. You can also find sleep masks that target concerns like brightening and anti-aging.

They easily absorb while you sleep, so you don’t have to wash them off in the morning and can wake up with rejuvenated skin.

My nightly routine of cleansing, toning, and moisturizing has helped me a lot but the addition of an overnight mask has worked more magic for my combination skin and acne scar as my skin concern. Remember, if you take good care of your skin today, your future self will thank you!

Here are a few reasons why you need sleeping masks in your skincare routine.

1.Intense moisture

When you are sleeping at night, it’s much easier to have a concentrated amount of moisture on your skin, making the application much more effective and uninterrupted. Doing a mask before bed is one of the most low-maintenance ways you can drastically improve your skin’s health and complexion. Sleeping mask will lock in other skincare that have been layered under the sleep mask.

2. Wake up with glowing skin

If you leave your skin covered in makeup or neglected without a mask, you can develop dry or flaky skin, or dull at best. But to achieve glowing vibrant skin, you have to put a little magic on your skin and let the mask do the work while you rest.

3. Keep it clean

Perhaps the most common way that people clean their skin is through wipes and cleansers, but did you know that a sleeping mask can make your skin even cleaner? Many masks contain antimicrobial and/or anticbacterial agents and clarifiers that clear your skin, and protect against new bacteria as you sleep, making sure when you wake up in the morning you are greeted with a bright face and not blemishes or acne.

12 best sleeping masks that help you to get healthy and glowing skin:-

LANEIGE – Water Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : Water, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Beta-Glucan, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Alginate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearyl Behenate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, HYDROXYPROPYL BISPALMITAMIDE MEA, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Alcohol, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, CI 42090

TIA’M – Snail & Azulene Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : 85% Snail Secretion Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Arginine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate

GLOW RECIPE – Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Caulerpa Lentillifera (Seaweed) Extract, Simethicone, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit, Silica, Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract , Paeonia Suffruticosa (Peony) Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata (Cabbage) Leaf Extract, Ipomoea Batatas (Sweet Potato) Root Extract, Betaine, Beta Glucan, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol, Fragrance

IUNIK – Propolis Vitamin Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : Water, Propolis Extract (16%),  Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract (8%),  Centella Asiatica Leaf Water (5%), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Yucca Schidigera Root Extract

SULWHASOO – Radiance Energy Mask

Full Ingredients : WATER, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAETHYLHEXANOATE, DIMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, SQUALANE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM EXTRACT, GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA FLOWER EXTRACT, POLYGONATUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT, LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT, REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT EXTRACT, HONEY, NEPHRITE POWDER, LONICERA JAPONICA (HONEYSUCKLE) FLOWER EXTRACT, CHENOPODIUM QUINOA SEED EXTRACT, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, CHOLESTEROL, HYDROXYPROPYL BISPALMITAMIDE MEA, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, MANGANESE SULFATE, STEARIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, XANTHAN GUM, ZINC SULFATE, CARBOMER, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, TRISILOXANE, PALMITIC ACID, POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, POLYSORBATE 20, PEG-100 STEARATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, TROMETHAMINE, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, FRAGRANCE

FRESH – Rose Deep Hydration Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients :

• GEL ESSENCE : Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Menthoxypropanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caramel, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellol, Geraniol <13493/A>

WATER-CREAM MASK / MASQUE-CRÈME À BASE D’EAU INGREDIENTS: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dimethicone, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Root Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxylated Lecithin, Trehalose, Urea, Laureth-7, Caramel, Serine, Betaine, Inositol, Taurine, Algin, BHT, Pentylene Glycol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Pullulan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellol, Geraniol <13494/A>

BELIF – Aqua Bomb Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglycerin-3, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, PEG-240/HDI Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradecet-20 Ether, Polymethylsilsequioxane, Calluna Vulgaris Extract, Dispacus Sylvestris Extract, Crysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract, Avena Sative (Oat) Kernel Extract*, CAlendula Officinalis Flower Extract*, Nepeta Cataria Extract*, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract*, Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract*, Stellaria Media (Chickweed( Extract*+, Malt Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Sprout Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract+, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract+, UrticaDioicia (Nettle) Leaf Extract+, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract,Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Simmondsia Chinesis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Tumeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Trisodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil++, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil++, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil++, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil++, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool. *Napiers original formula. +Napiers aqua formula. ++Fragrances

COSRX – Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask

Full Ingredients : Propolis Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Arginine, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beeswax, Allantoin, Panthenol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Adenosine

MAMONDE – Calming Hydro Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : C12-14 PARAFF-12, ACRYLATE / C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, TROMETHAMINE, KAREN DULCITE, SODIUM ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-2, POLYVINYLPYRROLIDONE, , CITRIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYL GLYCERIN, ZANTHAN GUM, TOOTH SEED EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, HORSETAIL EXTRACT, DISSODIUM IRIDAE, ALLANTOIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ALOE VERA LEAF EXTRACT, CUCUMBER EXTRACT, GLUCETH-20, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, CELLULOSE GUM, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE / VIPICOPOLYMER, CARBOMER, FLAVOR

GLOW RECIPE – Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : Aqua, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Persea Gratissima Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Water, Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Extract, Honey, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Gluconolactone, Kaolin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol

KLAIRS – Midnight Blue Calming Cream

Full Ingredients : Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sorbitan Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Ceramide NP, Polysorbate 60, Bees Wax, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Morus Alba Root Extract, Tromethamine, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract, Guaiazulene, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Lecithin, Acetyl Glutamine, SH-Olgopeptide-1, SH-Olgopeptide-2, SH-Polypeptide-1, SH-Polypeptide-9, SH-Polypeptide-11, Bacillus/Soybean/Folic Acid Ferment Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol

You can purchase at Wishtrend by using this link https://www.wishtrend.com/?a_aid=Nurhanisah

INNISFREE – Green Tea Sleeping Mask

Full Ingredients : WATER / AQUA / EAU, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, BETAINE, TRISILOXANE, HYDROGENATED POLY(C6-14 OLEFIN), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, TREHALOSE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, DISODIUM EDTA, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT LYSATE

You should pick your mask based on any skin concerns you have. So, for example, if you want to brighten your skin tone, look for a sleep mask that has ingredients to help with brightening.

Fruits are miracle foods and contain powerful antioxidants that help to protect skin from the cellular damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals, smoking, pollution and sunlight can cause wrinkling and age spots.

1. PAPAYA

Papaya contains abundant amounts of vitamin A, C, B, pantothenic acid, and folate and minerals such as copper, potassium, and magnesium. The antioxidants present in papaya may help to strengthen immunity and eliminate free radicals that are hazardous to your health and have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. It can moisturizes your skin, clears pigmentation, reduces wrinkles, reduces under-eye dark circles, helps treat melasma, removes tan, controls acne breakout.

Include a bowl of this mushy fruit as a snack or smoothie.

2. BANANA

Apart from being rich in dietary fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin E and vitamin K, banana has ample amounts of phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and calcium. It also has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties and works well as a skin moisturizer.

You can have one banana as first thing in the morning or you can chop this yummy and gooey fruit to make your oatmeal, cornflakes or porridges more delicious.

3. POMEGRANATE

This fruit is one of the best fruits for bright skin. Not only the vibrant pearly seeds of this fruits but it’s a white membrane and peel contain antioxidants, which are good for removing pigmentation and also helps in protecting the skin against UVA and UVB damage. This fruit also has sufficient amounts of vitamin C and K, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus. So, clearly, you cannot avoid this fruit.

You can make pomegranate juice or smoothies. You can also add it to your puddings and salads.

4. GOOSEBERRY

Gooseberry or amla is sour and loaded with vitamin C and has antioxidant,anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and GI tract soothing properties. It has been confirmed by scientists that gooseberries promote procollagen production.

You can make gooseberry juice and store it in the fridge or add to your smoothie.

5. LEMON

Lemons are well known to be used for a glowing skin. They are rich in vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that helps flush out toxins and protect the skin from photodamage and hyperpigmentation. If you have uneven pigmentation, dark spots, acne scars, or keratinization, try using lemon to get glowing skin. This is one of the best fruits for making your skin glow.

Make a juice of lemons by adding sugar or honey, drink it first thing in the morning . It is known to improve not just immunity in the body but also hydrate and makes the skin shine.

6. AVOCADO

Avocados are a great source of anti-inflammatory fats, vitamin B3, B5, B6 and folate. It has antioxidant properties that help reduce oxidative damage, which, in turn, prevents DNA damage. They leave you with a glowing skin and act as a good moisturizer and refresher to the face. Those with dry skin can easily use this fruit for hydrating their skin. The healthy fats in avocados help retain the skin’s elasticity, reduce inflammation, and speed up wound healing.

Easiest way to consume this fruit is to add pepper and salt after cutting them into pieces. This can be added to salads and soups as well. Further you can even make avocado juice and have it.

7. APPLE

Apples are a rich source of dietary fibre, vitamin A and C, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Their anti-oxidant properties will keep your skin looking younger and will add some natural shine to your face. The peel of the apple has also been found to be rich in antioxidants.

Cut an apple and have it for breakfast, fruit salads, breakfast cereal, cornflakes or oatmeal or as a snack. Further you can even make apple juice without any added ingredients to it.

8. STRAWBERRY

Apart from a high Vitamin C content, strawberries also contain an important alpha hydroxyl acid, known as salicylic acid. You may have heard of salicylic acid for acne treatments. It is known to penetrate deep into the pores and clean them out. It can unclog oily pores and stop pimples from forming. This will help clear out milia, whiteheads, and blackheads before they become stubborn pimples. Strawberries also contain ellagic acid that protects the skin from UV radiation and prevents collagen destruction and wrinkle formation.

You can consume this fruit easily by itself after washing it thoroughly. It is among the tasty fruits and you would love it. Another way would be to make a smoothie out of it by mixing milk and honey and drink in the form of juice.

9. ORANGE

Rich in vitamin C which helps to remove tan, and blemishes on skin. It is a great scrub to remove any kind of impurities easily. Not just giving immunity, it helps to reduce skin damage and helps achieve radiant and glowing skin easily without much effort. 100 grams of oranges contain 54 milligrams of vitamin C, which is an antioxidant.

The easiest way to have orange is to simply peel the skin and eat or consume it in the form of juice and drink it every day.

10. MANGO

The yummy, juicy and succulent mango is a wonder food for rejuvenating your skin. They are rich in vitamins A, E, C, and K, flavonoids, polyphenolics, beta-carotene, and xanthophylls. This fruits also has anti-inflammatory properties and also protects the skin from any kind of DNA damage. The healing properties of mango make it an ideal ingredient in many cosmetic preparations.

You can add mango to your smoothie, breakfast bowl, or fruit salad.

11. MUSKMELON

Rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, K, and folate, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, and sodium. Muskmelon has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In fact, scientists have found that muskmelons can help treat psoriasis.

You can add muskmelon to a bowl of fruit salad or can eat as a snack.

12. CHERRIES

Cherries have the ability to repair and protect your skin from damage. They are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, K, and folate, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus. Cherries also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may help prevent skin damage. Most skin conditions have an inflammatory feature such as ageing, acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dry skin, itchy skin. Anti-inflammatory fruits like cherries can help your skin health no end.

Have a small bowl of cherries in the morning or evening or you can add them to your salad/yogurt.

13. WATERMELON

Not only red, fleshy, watery, sweet, and refreshing but a boon for the skin, especially for women who have acne-prone or sensitive skin. Watermelons contain almost 92 per cent of water in them, making them ideal for flushing out the harmful toxins from the skin and it also keeps the digestive system in track. This fruit is loaded with vitamin A, B1, B6 and C. It also contains ample amounts of lycopene, flavonoids and carotenoids. The presence of lycopene is beneficial in preventing skin damage by removing the free radicals. It has zero fat and is cholesterol-free.

Take watermelon as a snacks and juice on a daily basis or you can add watermelon to your smoothies, desserts or puddings too.

14. KIWI

Kiwi is packed with Vitamin C. These fruits even contain more Vitamin C than oranges! Every 100 gms of kiwi has about 98mg of Vitamin C, while the same weight of oranges contains about 54mg. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, wards off colds and boosts the immune system. It also keeps skin looking younger and fresher.

Just blend a kiwi and add 1 teaspoon of honey to it to enjoy a soothing juice or peel and slice a kiwi and eat it as a snack.

15. PEACH

Peaches are rich in vitamins A, C, E, and K and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and dietary fiber. They are also a great source of antioxidants that help scavenge the free oxygen radicals, thereby preventing DNA damage and photodamage.

Make peach juice or smoothie and add peach slices to your breakfast bowl or dessert.

16. PRUNES

Prunes are dried plums. They have high fiber content and are rich in vitamins A, K, and niacin and minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. The fiber in prunes helps prevent constipation, which is one of the reasons your skin looks so dull and is acne prone. Scientists have found that prune juice can help increase the weight of stool and improve bowel movement.

Drink 4 oz. prune juice first thing in the morning or add prune juice to your morning smoothie.

17. CUCUMBER

Like watermelons, cucumbers are also very high in water content, have a cooling effect on the body, and possess antioxidant properties. Unpeeled cucumbers are also rich in vitamins K and C and dietary fiber.

Add cucumber to your salads, wraps, sandwiches and smoothies.

18. PINEAPPLE

Pineapple contains an large content of natural bromelain. This enzyme has special benefits for skin as a gentle exfoliant. Use pineapple juice or pulp topically to help clear off dead skin and reveal beautiful, glowing skin. Pineapple also contains anti-oxidants that neutralize free-radical damage. Pineapple hydrates and softens skin from the inside out and lightens blemishes, resulting in clearer-looking skin.

Consume a small bowl of pineapple for breakfast or as a snack. And you can add to your dessert and as juice.

19. GRAPES

Grapes are available in green, black or red varieties and each kind is beneficial for your skin. The presence of an antioxidant called resveratrol makes grapes an ideal remedy for protection against UV damage and also against skin cancer. The grape seeds also have skin healing, rejuvenating and protecting properties. Grapes are a storehouse of various vitamins (vitamin C and K) and some essential minerals (potassium, calcium and phosphorus) too.

Consume a small bowl of grapes or you can add to your smoothie and fruit salad.

Irritation commonly comes in the form of redness, burning, bumps or blisters, dryness, and flakiness. No matter whether your skin is oily, dry or somewhere in between, you might still find yourself suffering from redness or inflammation. There are many calming and healing ingredients that give the skin-healing benefits. As always, though, it’s good to consult with a dermatologist if you think the irritation might be due to a more serious issue.

1.ALOE VERA

Also known as a aloe barbadenis. Soothing and hydrating due to its polysaccharide and sterol content and possession of antioxidants. It also has been shown in studies to speed up wound healing, which can promote the formation of new, healthy skin cells.

2. CENTELLA ASIATICA @ CICA (Pegaga)

Act as anti-inflammatory properties to calm irritated complexions. Also known as gotu kola, Indian pennywort, cica or tiger grass, centella asiatica extract is gaining traction for its skin soothing properties.

3. ADENOSINE

Adenosine is a yeast-derived ingredient used in cosmetics and personal care products that functions as a good soothing and skin-restoring agent, as well as an anti-aging ingredient. It may also promote faster wound healing.

4. LICORICE

Licorice root contains powerful antioxidants that can neutralize free radicals from external environmental (sun, pollution) and internal (e.g., energy production) stressors. Also, the presence of “licochalcone” is ideal for individuals with oily skin because licochalcone has shown to control oil content on the skin. 

5. BISABOLOL (Chamomile)

This ingredient is a component of Chamomile, and is a superb skin soother. Effective in reducing itching and irritation. Chamomile is a calming herb, and also provides moisturizing properties.

6. GREEN TEA

Rich with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. They have shown improvement in treating acne and oily skin.

7. SNAIL

Most of the snail mucin used for skincare involves the Cryptomphalus aspersa species, a.k.a. the common garden snail. Their mucin contains ingredients like glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and glycolic acid (which all have long-documented skin benefits). Beyond its sealing in moisture and helping skin to heal, new research has shown that snail mucin may have anti-aging potential, too.

8. PROPOLIS

Is commonly used for its healing, antiseptic and restorative capabilities. Propolis will assist in balancing, healing and soothing problematic skin. It also accelerates the rate of cell growth and decongests pores. Propolis protects against bacteria and functions as a great anti-inflammatory agent.

9. BETA-GLUCAN

A powerful anti-inflammatory, derived from either yeast or oats, it is excellent for reducing redness and other signs of sensitivity on the skin.

10. WILLOW HERB

A wildflower, is a unique anti-microbial, anti-irritant, and natural antiseptic that has long been used to sooth common skin irritations, including rosacea and eczema. The plant also contains high levels of a tannin called oenethin B, and this helps regulate skin sebum.

11. ALLANTOIN

Extracted from the root of the comfrey plant, Allantoin is a non-irritating ingredient that soothes and protects the skin. With the ability to help heal the skin and stimulate the growth of new tissue, it’s a great all-rounder for keeping skin at the top of its game. Allantoin is considered an effective moisturizing ingredient when used in skincare, and its gentle, non-irritating qualities make it an excellent addition to anti-aging products for those with sensitive or easily irritated skin.

12. CALENDULA

Calendula extract works as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial solution for dryness and acne. Researchers have found that the compounds narcissin and rutin, both present in the plant, are regenerative and help calm inflammation. It can also help calm burns as effectively as aloe vera.

13. AZULENE

Derived from the Chamomile plant, azulene is a wonderful soothing ingredient for sensitive skin. Azulene is also an antioxidant. This means it has the ability to shield and protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Used in salves and ointments,  azulene will help to calm a wide variety of skin conditions and irritations because of its soothing, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

SKIN CARISMA

1.Go to http://www.skincarisma.com

2. Choose ‘MENU’ at the top and ‘Brands’

3. Next, choose ‘Popular Brands’ or you can choose ‘View all brands’ at the bottom.

4. You can choose any ‘Featured Brands’ that provided by SkinCarisma

5. or choose ‘Filter by alphabet’. For example, I’m choosing ‘K’ (for Klairs)

6. You can check at ‘Quick Product Notes’ if a product is FREE from commonly avoided ingredients by skincare enthusiasts.

7. Next, you can check at ‘Notable Effects & Ingredients’. It can hep you identify key notable ingredients that have been shown to help with effects such as acne-fighting, brightening, UV-Protection, wound healing & Anti-aging.

8. Click ‘Ingredients Related to Skin Types’. This is to identify a range of ingredients that are commonly regarded as potentially good or bad for your skin types.

9. This is the most important part. FULL INGREDIENTS!

10. Don’t forget to read all the latest user reviews at the bottom.

COSDNA

1.Go to http://www.cosdna.com

2. Choose ‘Product’ or ‘Ingredients’ & click ‘Search’.

3. Choose the latest one updated.

4. Refer at ‘Ingredients’, ‘Function’, ‘Acne’, ‘Irritant’, ‘Safety’

For Example; look at ‘Butylene Glycol’. For acne is ‘1’, the lower probability. For Irritant is ‘0’ also the lower probability. This product is safe for long term usage because of the Safety Index is ‘1’.

Quick Tips (for reading number)!

Comedogenic (Acne) : ⬅️ The lower the probability 0 ~ 5 the higher the probabilty ➡️

Irritation : ⬅️ The lower the probability 0 ~ 5 the higher the probabilty ➡️

Safety Index from (1 ~ 10) : the lower number means this ingredients is low hazard. A comprehensive index focus on safety on long term usage, according to harmful report form CIR, RTECS, FDA and other related information. The purpose of the index is more inclined to assess whether long-term injury of skin, cells or human body.

p/s : If any the three column is blank, this meas there is no data (not indicate the ingredient is safe or unsafe).

*** the effect of cosmetics depends on concentration, quality, process and mutual influence of ingredients. The skin condition of each person are different (even constantly changing), pay attention and understand the ingredients is a right attitude, but you still need professional physicians to diagnose skin problems***

“Our body produces oil naturally, but as we age that production decreases significantly,” says Ling Chan, celebrity facialist and founder of Ling Skin Care. “The skin needs oil to maintain a healthy balance, otherwise, it gets too dry which can cause breakouts, fine lines, and wrinkles. Using a facial oil helps keep moisture in the skin while protecting it from the environmental damage,” she explains.

JOJOBA OIL (all skin type)

1.Its Moisturizing : is a humectant ingredients. It can help prevent bacterial infections and acne.

2. Its Antibacterial : contains antimicrobial and antifungal properties.

3. Its an Antioxidant : contains natural forms of Vitamin-E.

4. Its noncomedogenic : This makes it less likely to build up on your skin and clog your pores, leading to fewer breakouts and less severe acne.

5. Its hypoallergenic : On a molecular level, jojoba oil is a wax. Although it can be absorbed into your skin, its waxy nature allows it to create a soothing seal on the surface.

6. It helps control sebum production : keeps skin from looking oily and helps prevent acne caused by clogged pores.

7. Promote Collagen : The antioxidant may help your body produce collagen.

8. Speed up wound healing : is a promising ingredient, encourages your skin cells to bind together after they’ve been separated by a scratch or cut.

9. Soothe drying skin condition : has anti inflammatory and healing properties. Topical application may help relieve dryness, flaking, itching, and related symptoms.

10. Help soothe sunburn : when we combined both Vitamin-E and Antioxidant, it can help protect your skin from sun damage.

ROSEHIP OIL (Oily skin / Aging)

Rosehip oil can work as a great natural alternative for moisturizing. It Packed with beauty essentials like anti-inflammatory fatty acids and vitamins A and C for treating wrinkles. The astringent properties in rosehip oil help tighten your pores and brighten your skin. If you’ve been struggling to even out your skin tone or have red blotches you’re desperate to fade, this oil can help you! It can help your skin regain elasticity also.

HEMP SEED OIL (Oily Skin)

Hemp seed oil is obtained from pressing the seeds of the cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa L.). Unrefined hemp seed oil is a dark greenish color with a mildly nutty aroma. Refined hemp seed oil is clear with little to no smell.

Perfect for most skin types as it can moisturize without clogging your pores. It can even help to balance out oily skin, hydrating it and regulating the skin’s oil production. This helps reduce acne that’s caused by excess oil.

One of the omega-6 fatty acids that hemp oil contains is Gamma-linolenic Acid (GLA), which acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory. This can help to calm inflammation and irritation on the skin, including acne.

In addition to moisturizing and soothing the skin, hemp oil has anti-aging properties. Hemp oil can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles as well as prevent signs of aging from developing.

The linoleic acid and oleic acids found in hemp oil can’t be produced by the body but can play a crucial role in skin health and anti-aging, so they’re important nutrients to add to the diet.

SQUALANE (all skin types)

Squalane oil is created when squalene oil (note the “e”) undergoes hydrogenation processing.  There are two – Squalane ‘vs’ Squalene.

-Squalane oil : A saturated oil. It is formed when squalene undergoes hydrogenation processing, which turns it into a stable, fully saturated oil with a long shelf life.

-Squalene oil : An unsaturated oil. It’s produced by our own skin cells, and also found in olives, sugarcane, wheat germ, rice bran, palm trees and shark liver. (Note: It’s no longer common to extract it from shark liver.) As an unsaturated oil, squalene is unstable and goes rancid fast.

Squalane is an excellent moisturizer and leaves skin hydrated, plump and soft.

Ideal for both treating and preventing eye-area dryness. It also heals chapped lips better than most lip balms! 

Clinically proven to be non-irritating, making it great for people with sensitive skin conditions. It’s also completely odourless, colourless and doesn’t clog pores or cause acne in the slightest

Can help regulate excess oil production, speed healing of cracked or chapped skin, and soothes eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis, isnaturally antibacterial (just like coconut oil).

Most importantly, squalane helps protect your skin from the free radicals that can cause age spots and premature aging. It may even help fade dark pigment over time.

GRAPE SEED OIL (Oily Skin)

Grapeseed oil is a byproduct of winemaking. After wine is made by pressing grapes, grape seeds are left behind. Grapeseed oil is extracted from these leftover grape seeds. Grapeseed oil is used as a natural beauty product. It’s also marketed as a healthy alternative to vegetable oil.

Grapeseed oil contains high levels of linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that can help control acne by decreasing clogged pores. It’s also anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial, making it an ideal sidekick in your fight against breakouts, and can be used as a carrier oil for tea tree oil, another potential acne fighter.

The antioxidants found in grapeseed oil, such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Proanthrocyanidin, can help to prevent pollution and UV induced free radical damage to the skin.

Can help improve your skin’s moisture level by reducing transepidermal water loss. Linoleic acid integrates into the cell membranes to fortify the skin barrier and smooth and soften skin.

Linoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory properties and may reduce inflammation in the skin’s epidermal (top) and dermal (middle) layers. Plus, the phytosterols (a type of molecule found in plants) in grape seeds may help control the skin’s inflammatory response.

Besides fatty acids, grapeseed oil contains polyphenols, which help fight premature aging.

SEA BUCKTHORN (Anti-Aging)

Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil is derived from the Sea Buckthorn Berry, found across China, Russian, northern Europe and Canada. These berries have been harvested for years as they are so nutrient rich, and as a result are used within both food and skincare to boost the health of skin, nails and hair.

These nutrients include Vitamins A, C, E as well as Omega 7 and carotenoids (organic pigments that are a vital part of our anti-oxidant defence), making Sea Buckthorn Berry a super important skincare ingredient.

Due to the moisturizing fatty acids that buckthorn oil contains, it has an innate ability to revive skin cells, and the high content of vitamin E and C reduces the gravity and length of wrinkles while alleviating tough skin.

Buckthorn oil is highly anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and has a high amount of antioxidants; the same nutrients that keep the wrinkles away are also going to keep the pimples away.

SUNFLOWER (Dry / Sensitive Skin)

Sunflower oil contains several compounds that have benefits for skin including oleic acid, Vitamin E, sesamol and linoleic acid.

Sunflower oil is a non-comedogenic oil, which is highly absorbent, and won’t clog pores. It’s non-irritating for most people, and can be used on all types of skin, including dry, normal, oily, and acne-prone.

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help protect skin from free radicals and from adverse effects of the sun, such as premature aging and wrinkles.

Linoleic acid helps to maintain the skin’s natural barrier, supporting its ability to retain moisture. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect when used topically. This makes it beneficial for dry skin. The linoleic acid in sunflower oil makes it effective for protecting skin against bacteria and germs.

Oleic acid content helps for healing wounds faster.

MARULA (Dry Skin & Anti-aging)

The marula fruit tree (Sclerocarya birrea) is native to parts of southern Africa. The trees grow wild and were once rare, but are now cultivated.

Marula oil is used as an ingredient in a wide range of cosmetic products. It’s beneficial components include:

Amino Acids : L-arginine and glutamic acid, which have hydrating, anti-aging properties

Fatty Acids : including palmitic, stearic, oleic, and myristic acids, which have emollient and moisturizing benefits

Antioxidants : such as phenolic compounds and vitamins E and C, which fight free radicals and may stave off skin damage caused by the ultraviolet rays of the sun and pollution

Because marula oil is lightweight, it absorbs easily. It may be beneficial for smoothing and softening fine lines, preventing stretch marks, and keeping skin hydrated and well-nourished. It’s also an effective lip moisturizer.

It also has antimicrobial properties and may be effective against the bacteria that contribute to the formation of pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads.

Marula oil can help nourish hair from root to tip, without making it overly greasy and effective at keeping nail beds and cuticles supple. This may help to reduce the incidence of hangnails, and painful, cracked skin around nails.