Brown spots, (as known as sun spots or age spots) freckles, and bluish/black birthmarks are produced from an excess amount of melanin being released into the skin. Melanin is produced by the body to absorb UV rays from the sun and prevent the rays from penetrating deep into the skin layers.

Freckles (ephelides) are more common in fair skinned people. Freckles are flat, circular small spots that appear after exposure to sunlight. They vary in color from red, yellow, and tan, to light brown or black. In addition, freckles will fade or completely dissipate when exposure to sun is reduced or eliminated. Furthermore, both men and women get freckles at equal rates.

Age spots, also known as sun spots or brown spots, (lentigines) appear later in life and on any skin type. They are small tan, brown or black spots which tend to be darker than a freckle. Age spots are caused by over-exposure to the sun and are considered a sign of sun damage to the skin. They appear on the back of the hands neck and face, usually appearing in people 40 years of age and older. Unlike freckles age spots do not fade when sun exposure is eliminated or reduced.

Another factor for skin discoloration is hormones and health conditions. An overactive thyroid, metabolism disorders or poor liver function, will affect skin tone. If this is the case, you need to address medical problem to improve skin appearance.

Freckles and age spots are produced on the outer layer of the skin and therefore can be treated with skin lightening products. There are many products on the market today that can claim to treat and whiten skin discoloration, however have they been clinically proven to do so? Additionally, there is no animal testing involved in Shaklee cosmetics.

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Makeup should reveal your beauty-not camouflage it.

That's why Shaklee has created Minerelles cosmetics
to be light years beyond conventional face makeup.

Mineral-based pigments, micronized to reflect light, protect your skin from the environment's harmful effects. For moisturizing renewal, every product contains triple-patented Vital Repair+®, your best defense against free-radical damage. And because Minerelles products are sheer and blendable, you get flawless coverage that enhances your natural beauty rather than masking it.

All Minerelles products are:

Talc free

Ophthalmologist tested

Not tested on animals

Hypoallergenic

Fragrance free

Formulated not to clog pores

Dermatologist tested

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Most people obsess about wrinkles and texture while ignoring the other three signs of aging which are, sagging skin, discoloration and redness. Focusing on wrinkles and ignoring the other three signs of aging will not lead to a healthy, even toned face. The key to healthy and glowing skin is to treat all four signs of aging. You daily skin care regime should focus on the face as a whole.

Sagging skin - Over time gravity does take it toll on our skin. In addition, as we age the skin does not renew itself as fast as it used to thus we lose suppleness and resilience. In addition, pores will seem to be bigger as though they are stretched out of shape. The best skin care for sagging skin is a good moisturizer enriched with Vitamin A, Vitamin C and alpha or beta hydroxy. The key is finding the right moisturizer that is not too heavy for you skin. Heavy moisturizers have a tendency to clog pores. A good moisturizer will temporarily plump you skin and not weigh it down further or clog pores.

Wrinkles and Texture - As we age, the body produces less oil, thus leaving dry patchy areas and less elasticity in your face. As outlined above a good moisturizer will help with dry patchy areas, however if you skin is tolerant, a good facial peel or exfoliate will smooth out you skin.

Discoloration and Redness - Even though we are inclined to obsessively fight wrinkles, it is the random facial spots, patches of darkness , and dullness that makes our skin look tired and old. Using lotions with an active combination of Vitamin A and C will help alleviate dullness and help the skin renew itself. In addition a gentle facial scrub will eliminate the dead cells on the surface.

Healthy, youthful skin does not happen by itself after the age of 30. You should have a daily skin care regimine.

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For generations, Shaklee has led the scientific world in nutrition. Today, researchers agree that the same ingredients which protect your health also play a significant role in the appearance of your skin. Now Shaklee's unparalleled expertise has been applied to skin care. Extensive clinical tests have demonstrated conclusively that the Enfuselle skin care system offers complete protection against the visible effects of both time and the environment.

CHRONOLOGICAL AGING - Time takes its toll on skin:
-Fine lines creep in
-Moisture retention decreases
-Blotches appear
-Skin doesn't bounce back like it used to

ACCELERATED AGING - Higher levels of UV radiation and pollution from global warming can cause skin damage to occur faster and become apparent at an earlier age:
-Iron in tap water creates damaging oxidation reactions
-Free radicals attack skin cells
-Sun causes skin damage

Many skin care products on the market today claim to nourish and protect the skin with one or more antioxidant ingredients. Unfortunately, these ingredients only address certain parts of the complex cascade of free radical damage on the surface of the skin. What's more, these ingredients may be present at very low levels or in forms which may not be absorbed or utilized by your skin.

IS THERE CLINICAL PROOF THAT THIS ANTI-AGING SYSTEMS WORK?

Enfuselle products have been clinically tested at independent laboratories.
-Procedure: Groups of men and women between the ages of 30 and 70
-(Normal-to-Dry = 42 females;
-Normal-to-Oily = 35
females/7 males) used Enfuselle Anti-Aging Systems according to regimen directions for a period of 84 days.
-The products were applied in a controlled and supervised manner to the entire face.

Results:
Normal-to-Dry
-665% increase in skin resilience and firmness in 28 days.
-14% increase in retained skin moisture in 56 days.
-A definitive evening of skin tone in 84 days.

Normal-to-Oily
-270% increase in skin resilience and firmness in 28 days.
-17% increase in retained skin moisture in 56 days.
-A definitive evening of skin tone in 84 days.

Conclusions:
The Enfuselle Normal-to-Dry Regimen significantly improves the resilience and other critical properties of dry skin and significantly reduces the visible signs of aging.

The Enfuselle Normal-to-Oily Regimen significantly improves the resilience and other critical properties of oily skin and significantly reduces the visible signs of aging.

In half-face studies, bioinstruments were used to objectively measure the depth of fine lines and wrinkles on one side of the face where Enfuselle
was being applied and compare these results to the control side where no skin care products or makeup were used. The results of the tests, due in part to rapidly changing climate conditions, were extraordinary: where no skin care or cosmetic products were used, the visible signs of aging
became measurably deeper, while the skin treated with Enfuselle products steadily improved.

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Body wraps offer cosmetic, detox and therapeutic qualities to the body, mind and soul. Additionally they tone and tighten the skin, especially if you loose skin due to pregnancy or recent weight loss.

Additionally they can take inches off your waist, arms, thighs, and reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Body wraps can me made of a mixture of clay and natural sea salt. However, you can add herbs such as lavender, sage, olive oil and lemon just to name a few and up to two tablespoons of essential oils such as chamomile, basil, and rosehip.

Clay Body Wrap Recipe
1 cup bentonite or green clay
1/4 cup sea salt
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cups water

Boil water and add sea salt until it is dissolved. Add remaining ingredients and stir. Adjust the water if necessary to form a wet paste.

Rub the mixture over your entire body and cover yourself with thin towels or a clean white sheet. Most salons will recommend that you use proper wrapping sheets as the compaction helps to squeeze the tissues together for greater results.

Relax in the in the tub for a minimum of 45 min. to one hour. You will come out refreshed and toned just like you came out of the spa.

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With some eye makeups on the market, what you see may not be what you get. Fillers, waxes, and occlusive oils can cause flaking, creasing, and irritation. Minerelles eye makeup leaves out these undesirable ingredients while adding moisture and mineral pigment that reflects light for a radiant, youthful look. Colors last longer without flaking, caking, or creasing.

All Minerelles eye makeup is:
- Talc free
- Made from mineral-based pigments
- Enhanced with triple-patented Vital Repair+
for softness and protection
- Ophthalmologist tested
- Safe for contact-lens wearers

- Hypoallergenic
- Non-irritating
- Not tested on animals

MINERELLES EYESHADOW

-Sheer Illumination
-Made from mineral-based pigments with triple-patented
Vital Repair+ complex, this silky eyeshadow blends and layers for exactly the effect you want-subtle or dramatic.
-It is talc-free formula won't build up in creases, and colors stay true throughout the day or evening.

Why Choose Minerelles Eyeshadow?
- Sheer formula provides complete control over color intensity and contouring
- Will not flake, crease, or build up in fine lines around eyes
- Mineral-based pigments reflect light for a radiant, youthful look
- Can be blended and layered for custom shades
- Made with Vital Repair+ to nourish and protect skin
- Long-lasting formula.

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Toner Recipe

Herbs used to make common toners are as follows:
Dry skin: Elderflower, linden flowers and marigold
Normal skin: chamomile - especially good for antiseptic values, fennel, lemon balm, parsley and rosemary.

Oily Skin: Chamomile-especially good for antiseptic values, fennel, lemon balm, parsley, rosemary, and peppermint and sage-especially good for antiseptic values.

Any of these herbs can be mixed with milk for soothing and nourishing dry skin as well as for sunburned or sensitive skin. Whole milk should be used for normal to dry skin, and skim milk for oily skin.

Soothing Toner Recipe
2 TBl. dried or 1 TBl. fresh herb depending on your skin type (see chart above)
2/3 cup milk
Boil milk and pour over herb. Cover and refrigerate. Strain through cheesecloth or muslin. Apply to skin with cotton balls. Do not rinse. Apply moisturizer. The recipe should be stored in a sterilized bottle and will keep for approximately 5 days in your refrigerator.

Anti-Aging Toner
1/2 cup pure spring water or distilled water
2 teaspoons green tea leaves (or 1 green tea bag)
Bring water to a boil. Place the tea leaves or tea bag in a glass or bowl. Pour the boiling water over the leaves or bag and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain the green tea into a bottle, and let it cool. Apply to skin with cotton balls. Do not rinse. Apply moisturizer.

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Additionally, rosewater makes a great toner. Get the recipes at Complete Skin Care Therapy Recipes

Wouldn't it be nice to create your own skin care products specifically made for your skin type? In addition, wouldn't it be nice to make your own products at a fraction of the cost of what it would be in the store? Of course it would! 
Additionally, making your own skin care products is fun and exciting. Whether you make up a recipe just for you or invite your friends for a skin care party.

Ingredients such as lanolin, beeswax, aloe Vera, vitamin E, and other essential oils and herbs are the vital ingredients that nourish your skin. Store bought skin care products that do include the necessary essential oils and herbs are usually in such small amounts that you wonder if they will really do what they claim to do.

With homemade cosmetics, you have the luxury of trying different recipes or adjusting a recipe to suit your specific skin type. In addition, 300+ Skin Care Recipes has a thorough list of herbs and oils properties that will help you develop the right skin care product just for your skin type.

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