Month: March 2019
Properly functioning sweat glands are essential to good health and regulating the temperature of the human body. One’s body is entirely covered by millions of glands and in most cases they function well by releasing perspiration to cool the surface of the skin. Every now and then this system fails and three percent of the world’s population suffer from a disproportionate amount of head sweating of a primary of secondary type occurs.
Primary hyperhidrosis (head sweating) counts for ninety-five percent of people suffering from this discomfort. This group is fortunate that with the aid of natural herbal products they are assured of a reasonable level of improvement and sometime even a cure. The deep-seated problem that causes this predicament is often also cured in the process. The sensible route one needs to follow when seeking counsel regarding herbal medication is to always consult experts in the field.
Secondary hyperhidrosis is endured by five percent of afflicted people. This small group may have excessive head sweating problems as a result of an underlying medical condition and it is advisable to consult a doctor.
This condition has severe ramifications in a person’s life. The fact that one is always busy mopping one’s face, and possibly ruining one’s makeup, no hairstyle ever looks tidy as the hair is always damp, is a great morale dampener. One’s confidence continually takes a dive as one is ultra conscious of body odors from the perpetual sweating and this in turn exacerbates the condition.
It becomes a way of life to control the sweating as one tries to wear only comfortable clothing made from natural fibers such as cotton and steer clear of the synthetic materials. Going about either barefoot or with open sandals also helps to cool the overall body temperature.
It has been suggested that a healthy diet and using a natural ingredient shampoos and not washing hair too often may also alleviate the problem to some degree. Stimulants and very spicy foods have been known to cause body heating and excessive sweating.
People experiencing this problem are encouraged to make a conscious effort to control and manage stress, anxiety levels and emotional reactions, such as anger, that may precipitate an excessive sweating episode.
To cope with head sweating one needs to determine into which of the two categories, primary or secondary, one falls in to and then decide on how to deal with this unattractive disorder. Little is known of the exact cause except that the problem is focused around an overactive sympathetic nervous system that in some cases my benefit from natural homeopathic remedies.
Methods of Hair Removal
1. SHAVING
Shaving is quick, easy and efficient and does not cause the hair to grow back thicker or darker although the regrowth feels rougher.
The shave: use soap and water inorder to help the razor glide over skin.
Always shave in the direction of hair growth inorder to avoid ungrown hair.
Shaving is the quickest form of removing underarm hair. You must use a sharp razor to shave this area.
Never shave on the face, around the nipples, thighs or the bikini line, where the angles are difficult to get right and there is a strong risk of cutting yourself.
2. TWEEZING/PLUCKING
Works best when there are only a few hair to remove.
Only pluck the eyebrows.
Always pluck hair in a good light, with a magnifying mirror and in the direction of hair growth.
Pluck one at a time from the underneath of the eyebrow only.
3. DEPILATORY/HAIR REMOVING CREAMS
These dissolve the protein structure that gives the hair its strength and texture. The destructive action of the chemical is limited by how far the cream can penetrate.
When using, always follow manufacturer instructions and time yourself carefully.
Patch test first, following the manufacturers instructions. If no reaction in 24 hours, apply it.
These creams give a smoother finish than shaving
Use these creams on the legs twice a week for lasting results.
After the use of hair removing creams, wash or shower in lukewarm water.
To remove thigh hair mild hair removal creams may be used effectively as the skin around this region is very soft.
Avoid the use of such creams on eyebrows,breasts, face and the bikini line.
4.WAXING
This may be done either by using hot wax or cold wax.
Hot wax is applied in patches, allowed to cool and stripped off taking the hair with it. Hair is removed from the deepest possible point- just above the root. This method can irritate a sensitive skin.
Cold wax is smoothed over the area and covered with gauze, which is then stripped away taking wax and hair with it. Cold wax is not as harsh on skin but it is also not too effective for removing very thick or coarse hair.
Waxing is problematic for removing underarm hair and thus should be avoided in this area.
Waxing is very effective for the dark, tough hair of the legs because the results last for about five weeks.
Waxing although effective for removing hair on the thighs, proves to be quite painful. So it is for you to try and see for yourself if you can bear it.
Never use waxing on painful, inflamed or sunburned areas of the skin, the nipples or the face.
5. BLEACHING
This is an excellent way of dealing with dark hair on the face.
Although it can be done professionally, the home kits are so good that results are equally impressive.
Results of bleaching can often last upto four weeks.
Bleaching is good for very fine, downy hair on the face.
While using bleaching protect the surrounding skin with a tissue paper.
Always use a bleach specially formulated for the face and avoid commercial hair bleaches which may turn the hair yellow.
6. ELECTROLYSIS
This is the only widely used way of removing hair permanently.
It uses an electric current to kill the hair and only the most sensitive of skins will find it painful.
Go to a reputable and properly qualified electrolysist since incorrect treatment can lead to scarring or infection.
7. Some useful Tips
Never use hair removing creams or the plucking method to remove hair from the stomach and lower back areas.
Hair on the stomach, lower back and breast region can easily be removed by cutting it with scissors.
Electrolysis is not at all recommended for most types of hair on the leg.
After shaving hair from the underarm area, dust the underarms with talc.
Ageing is an irreversible process. We all have to grow old some day or the other. The modern day youths are trying every possible thing to put an end to this process. But the fact is we cannot prevent ourselves from getting older.
Today one can find all types of herbals and natural wrinkle creams in the market. But the question is Do anti wrinkle creams actually work?
Anti wrinkle creams certainly help to reduce the ageing process by a margin but cannot prevent wrinkles forever. Wrinkles are a part of an ageing process and will occur with time, no matter how expensive cream you are using. These creams remove the dead outer layer of skin and give it a natural glow. The cream produces results max after a period of 30 days. But, once you stop using the product the wrinkles return making the skin uglier than before. This clearly suggests anti wrinkle creams are more or less bogus and work as long as you apply them. This certainly is waste of your hard earned money.
Anti wrinkle creams promises a young looking skin which will probably never happen.
If you are still worried of the ageing process you can try out the following natural methods.
Avoid contacting the sun as much as possible. The Ultra violet rays of the sun are harmful to our skin and make the human skin dry.
Drink at least six to eight glasses of water every day. This will keep the skin hydrated.
Avoid having a sunbathe
Moisturize your skin regularly
You need to have healthy food which is high in anti-oxidants
You need to exercise regularly
Use hats and sunglasses when in the sun
Have at least 9 hours of sleep per day
Limit your alcohol intake
Avoid smoking
While getting ready for any occasion be it a formal get together or an informal social evening, every girl or women certainly want to look best. One thing which can definitely change the look from a simple next door girl to a modern beauty ready to take on the world is the hair style.
Natural tresses cannot be molded into every desirable size, shape or color, so here is the choice for girls to go for extensions in it. If you think it is only to enhance the looks, then go through the following points to know some of the added advantages:
Different hair styles: You can change and carry different hairstyle every time as per the occasion. The extensions look as natural as the original hair and are easily or effortlessly manageable at the same time. The styles include having a choice of different color texture as well.
Look young and vibrant: Choose the style which goes with the texture of your skin and the shape of your face. The apt choice will make you look lively and attractive and will also be a reason for undisputed appreciation for the change.
Add fullness: Extensions can add volume to your hair and make them more bouncy thus adding fullness to it and giving you a prettier look.
Raise Confidence Level: Long, bouncy, shiny and beautiful hair style boosts the confidence. Confidence in looks gives you an edge over others in social life.
Cover the defects: Natural hair may have split ends, thinness or roughness which looks ugly; you can opt for extensions and cover or hide the damaged ends and unevenness without cutting the natural ones.
No risk factor: Extensions can be applied and taken off as and when desired by following some simple steps so it leaves your real tresses safe. The tresses do not block the scalp so there is no harm in going for attachments it is advisable to consult the expert while removing the artificial ones. Also the Maintenance guide : It is easier to get something than to maintain it but the case is not similar with extensions as you will get a guide which will take you through the dos and donts, to make sure that maintenance of extensions is hassle free.
Save time: Natural hair takes more time to dry and brush as compared to the artificial ones. So the artificial is a suitable option to save time.