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Anti Aging

Xtend-Life Age-defensive active day cream

Wouldn’t everyone like to be able to turn back the clock and look younger and healthier?  But, is it really possible?

Well, it just may be that you can!  Most people don’t need to look old before their time.

From the first day you use Xtend-Life’s Age-Defense Active Day Cream, you will feel the difference … and it won;t be too long at all before others will notice the difference. Your skin will become softer, smoother, healthier and younger-looking!

All Xtend-Life skincare products work by targeting the 3 main causes of aging skin…

>> Loss of collagen and elastin
>> Lower levels of hyaluronic acid
>> Oxidation through the action of free radicals

These are the three major culprits that cause your wrinkles, sagging and dull skin, and are also responsible for the many other visible signs of aging.

So, what did Xtend-Life do that was so different in an effort to solve the problem of aging.

The following is reproduced with the kind permission of Xtend-Life Nutraceuticals Inc.

1. To stimulate collagen and elastin regrowth

We used CynergyTKâ„¢, which is a very new breakthrough in skin care … not yet available in the big brand-name products.  It is proven in clinical trials to stimulate the regrowth of collagen, elastin and new skin cells. As your collagen and elastin levels increase, your wrinkles will slowly but surely disappear … and your skin will regain a youthful glow!

2. Boosting hyaluronic acid 

This special ingredient is called Phytessence Wakame, and is an extract from a specific type of Japanese sea kelp. It inhibits a harmful enzyme (hyaluronidase) which breaks down hyaluronic acid in your skin. Thus your levels of hyaluronic acid will gradually increase to the amounts normally found in a much younger person! This is also clinically proven.

3. Destroying free radicals

We use a number of potent anti-oxidants but one of the best is Nano-Lipobelle H EQ10. This is CoEnzyme Q10 in a special ‘nano-emulsion’ form, which can penetrate down through seven layers of skin. It is extremely effective at ‘gobbling up’ free radicals in your skin, which results in quite a dramatic anti-wrinkle effect.

Most skincare products tackle only one, or at the most two of these three key reasons for aging skin. But we’ve targeted all three … using the most powerful natural ingredients known to science.

But that is not all …

In addition to the above three special ingredients we have added six other active ingredients to this formula to boost its anti-aging properties even further!  (You can learn more about what we use in Age Defense Active Day Cream by referring to the ingredient section.)

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So given all of the above, what does that actually mean for your skin?

Quite simply that Xtend-Life’s Age-Defense Active Day Cream has been created in a very unique way so that ALL of the ingredients truly work together so that their combined anti-aging effect is far greater.

What’s more is that the quantity of each individual active ingredient is a lot higher than most other skin care products, all of which go to make an outstandingly effective anti-aging product for women.

Age-Defense Active Day Cream penetrates into your skin effectively, so that as well as making you look younger on the outside it is also reviving and rejuvenating the overall health of your skin which is vital in so many ways to your overall health.

What’s more Active Day Cream is suitable for use on all skin types and in all climates.

To find out more just click this link for Age-Defense Active Day Cream.

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Anti-wrinkle Skincare Products

Lets clear one thing up straight away, high price does not always mean the most effective.

Some anti-wrinkle creams out on the market today cost over 300 USD, well that is just ridiculous. For that kind of money you could get all of the following, a really effective day cream, a night cream, some body lotion, moisturizing mask, deep cleansing mask and eye gel.

So why is that some products cost so much?

Simple, it’s marketing and hype I’m afraid.

Celebrity endorsements (who have to be paid large amounts), TV and radio advertising which doesn’t come cheap by any means. So at the end of the day all of that pushes the price of a lot of the anti-wrinkle products to almost astronomical levels.

It has been proven recently that a more natural approach to skincare actually has better results than a lot of the hyped up “celeb” creams.

Did you know that some of these skin creams actually contain the heavy metal lead ?  I bet you didn’t. Now lead is actually toxic and can lead to brain damage in high enough doses. These people are encouraging you to rub it into your skin !

Parabens.

Now these you will see in a lot of skin creams and they are preservatives, OK so your skin will last longer (joke) but seriously should these substances be in skin creams ?  No is the answer.

To spot them you need to look for the following prefixes propyl, ethyl, butyl or isopropyl, depending on the alcohol that is used to create the chemical preservatives.

If the cream you are going to buy contains any of those then I’d recommend you avoid it.

So what can you do to ensure that you are using safe anti-aging products ?

You need to know first that a lot of the damage which causes wrinkles actually occurs when you are quite young, now don’t give up because it can be repaired with the correct regime.

Once you pass 30 it is imperative that you take the necessary to steps to protect your skin and prevent wrinkles.  It is recognised that once you get past this age, many of the naturally occurring proteins are already starting to reduce, causing your skin to lose it’s firmness and elasticity.

Your skins production of both collagen and elastin slows down past 30.

Many of the “upmarket” skin products claim to be anti-oxidising or anti-oxidents, when in fact they actually contain very little amounts and I mean miniscule amounts of the active ingredients needed to keep your skin looking its best.

One interesting development has been the massive increase in “collagen” products.  These actually prey on the fact that a lot of people now know that a lack of collagen causes saggy wrinkly skin, so it must good if a cream includes collagen right ?

Wrong.

The collagen type that most of these anti-wrinkle skincare products contain is marine collagen and unfortunately your skin can do nothing with this, Your pores cannot absorb it so it is completely useless to you.

So what should you be looking for ?

You really should be looking for the following ingredients in your anti-aging creams firstly antioxidants which work to repair the damage already done.

HE Q10

HEQ10 contains 2 very powerful anti-oxidants, natural vitamin E and Coenzyme Q10. You will find skincare products with one or the other, but in truth not in the concentration required to be truly effective.

Cynergy TK

The active component of this ingredient is a compound called “Functional Keratin”.  Now keratin is a protein responsible for the skin’s toughness.  The skin cells need it to reproduce.  Collagen and elastin fibers need it for strength.

But it is extremely difficult to create keratin in a form that can be readily absorbed by the skin.  One New Zealand company however has been able to isolate and extract the protein from sheep’s wool.  Their manufacturing processes are gentle enough to ensure that the protein remains active and is not rendered useless.

In clinical studies, the anti aging skin care system that contains this ingredient has been shown to increase the production of new skin cells, to also increase the strength of collagen fibers, reduce inflammation and redness, while having an antioxidant activity that is truly unique.

Phytessence Wakame

Wakame is a kind of kelp or seaweed.  Apart from being a very nutritious food in it’s own right, it is highly rich in numerous vitamins and minerals.  The calcium content is 15 times higher than an equivalent serving of milk. Historically in Japan it was used as an anti aging skin care mask.  More recently researchers have discovered exactly why it works to preserve a youthful appearance.

The reason that hyaluronic acid is lower in older skin has to do with an enzyme known as hyaluronidase.  The enzyme breaks down the amino acid protein and is responsible for the loss of elasticity that you see when you are younger.

Hyaluronan is a major part of the skin and plays a critical role in tissue repair. Extracts from Wakame kelp have been shown to block the enzymatic reaction that reduces the levels of hyaluronic acid in the skin.  This has been clinically proven in controlled studies.

So where can you find skincare products which contain all 3 ?

Why not take a look at this range of truly natural skincare products from Xtend-Life


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Xtend-life skin creams are they worth it ?

Have you heard about Xtend-Life skin care products?

The Xtend-life cream skincare range is very very different from anything else on the market. Quite simply they set out to find the most effective ingredients regardless of cost and then produced the range of products based on those ingredients.

The result is the most effective line products without being the most expensive.

The Big Boys in the skin care industry make the majority of the creams that are on the market today, now a lot of these products actually carry warning labels if you bother to read the very small print. Not to be used on inflamed or broken skin for example.

These giant cosmetic companies make the majority of the skin creams and skin lotions on the market. Some are very specifically targeted at wrinkle removal some at anti-aging and  some are described as moisturisers.  Many of these products actually bear warning labels, because they are not to be used on broken or inflamed skin. Now personally I find that a bit strange that we are asked to pay large amounts of money on something than purports to benefit our skin but requires a warning label ?

The Xtend-life skin care products are designed to actively aid healing, they can be used for a wide range of skin conditions. To help with stretch marks, scar damage can be faded and of course to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and age lines.

You will find that in most of the major manufacturers creams the bulk of the pot contains waxes and or petroleum jelly and oils, the actual amount of the “active” ingredient is really quite tiny. The waxes and particularly petroleum derived jelly and oil is not good for the skin.

The Xtend-life creams contain far more active ingredients than the major manufacturers when measured by volume.

The actual active ingredients are naturally occurring as well.

Wakame Kelp is used due it’s outstanding properties for inhibiting a particular enzyme which breaks down the proteins in your skin.  Reducing the amount of damage done to your skin every day, and leaving your skin looking and feeling healthier.

Keratin. Now keratin performs 3 vital functions in relation to the skin. It increases the overall firmness of skin, actively stimulates the production of new skin cells and also has great anti-oxidant properties.

All in all, Xtend-Life Skincare creams are certainly worth the money when you compare the active ingredients against the competition, especially when quite often the competition is dearer but for less active ingredient.

To find out more about the entire range of Xtend-life products just click here

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7 Tips for Looking Younger


Do you want to look younger?

Let’s face it, nowadays, who doesn’t?

Once it was just celebrities and those in the public eye who worried about looking older everyone else grew old gracefully! Now 40 is the new 30 and men as well as women care about their appearance, there is even a trend in society to discriminate against the older generation.

What can you do to stay looking younger? There is no Anti Aging Magic Potion that will clear your wrinkles overnight, but with discipline and a good Anti Aging Skin Care routine in place you will be on your way to looking younger for longer.

There are many drastic solutions available for anti aging skin care to help you look younger, from the traditional cosmetic face lift to injecting chemicals like Botox into the skin to provide a temporary wrinkle smoothing effect. Not everyone is willing, or financially able to go to these extremes. So what can you do on a day to day basis that will help you feel and look younger? By following the 7 steps below, you will be on your way to a more youthful appearance for longer. And remember it is never too late (or too early!) to start a good anti aging routine.

Seven tips on looking after your body and mind:

  1. Drink plenty of water every day – most doctors recommend 7 to 10 glasses a day. Water flushes out toxins, keeping your body and skin clean. Also your skin will look clearer and plumper if it is not dry. Definitely the first step for “anti aging skin care” to look younger.
  2. Eat a healthy balanced diet, include something from all the major food groups each day in your diet. Eat plenty of fibre and fresh fruit and vegetables. The UK government recommends five portions of fruit and vegetables are eaten daily, however this should be the minimum amount you eat. Fruit and vegetables contain many essential vitamins and minerals that help maintain and repair the skin and cells. Not only will your skin look younger but your body will age better and you will be less prone to many common diseases of old age. The perfect “anti aging skin care solution” Also avoid eating fatty and oily foods which increase your weight but do not give you anything nutritionally. Overweight people generally look and feel much older than they are.
  3. Aim to lead a stress free, calm existence. If you are stressed the body releases chemicals which years ago would have helped you to deal with the problem with “fight” or “flight”. Since these are not a solution to most of life today’s problems, the chemicals will stay in your body and cause you to become mentally or physically ill. Ensure that you sleep well and exercise regularly. Use whichever techniques help you to relax – taking a long warm bath, massage or aroma therapy are just a few to try. Remember, extreme stress will just cause your hair to go white and your face to look tired and lined. Enjoy life!
  4. Regular exercise, taken at least 3 times a week and daily if possible, will work wonders in helping you look and feel younger. Ensure the exercise is vigorous enough to make you break out in a sweat and your skin will look younger as toxins are flushed out. Remember to contact your doctor before drastically changing your exercise regime.
  5. Avoid UV radiation as it is the major cause of premature skin aging and wrinkles. Ensure you always have adequate sun protection for the climate and your skin type. Buy facial moisturisers which contain UV protection for daily use. Use of a good quality high factor sun cream should be part of your daily routine. A tan might look good for a while but you will age and wrinkle quickly and be more prone to skin diseases such as cancers.
  6. Try to cut out nicotine and alcohol consumption. Smoking will age you as chemicals in the smoke are aging to the skin and will reverse your anti aging skin care process. Additionally, if you are forever squinting through smoke, crow’s lines around the eyes will appear all too quickly. Alcoholic drinks contain many toxins which are harmful to your health. Excessive drinking will mean your liver no longer copes with ridding your body of these toxins.
  7. Look for skin care products which are anti aging (those containing the ingredients Vitamin C, retinol and ceramides are very good). Try different anti aging skin care products to see which works best for you and moisturise daily.
Remember, if you feel good about yourself, you will look good.

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Wrinkles & Liver Spots


Wrinkles

Gravity is the skin’s worst enemy. Weakening of collagen and elastin fibres causes reduced firmness of the skin, gravity pulls at the skin and causes it to sag, this in combination with a reduction in the fatty padding of the skin inevitably causes wrinkling of the skin tissue.

Can Wrinkles Be Avoided?

Environmental factors such as over exposure to the sun, smog, cigarette smoke can all have an adverse effect on your skin. In addition, you may also have inherited weaknesses from your parents that can cause premature aging of the skin.

Despite these challenges, there are simple steps you can take to prevent wrinkles and remember – the earlier you start, the better!

Wear Sunscreen,

Always wear a hat with a wide brim when going outside,  remember  just because there’s clouds does not mean there’s no UV,

Don’t sunbathe, and

Where possible, stay out of the sun between 10am to 3pm.

As we progress through our 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and beyond, our skin requires an appropriate skin care regime to maintain, as well as repair, the skin. The older you are when you start to protect and care for your skin, the less effective it will be, however, it is never too late to start.

Treatments for Aging Skin

There are a multitude of drugs, chemicals and procedures on the market these days, promising you that you can have the face of a baby in your 90’s. We all know where to put that ! However, there are many natural and totally safe methods of treating aging skin and preventing premature signs of aging and I’m not just referring to your facial skin, although this is the most visible and therefore the most important to many people.

Using a natural skin care regime should apply to your entire body and not just to your face. Regularly use a clay mask to nourish your skin and remove impurities, cleanse your skin, tone it and last but not least moisturise, moisturise, moisturise.


Do not use commercially available soaps unless absolutely necessary – these soaps remove the protective acid mantle of your skin and dry it out. Instead, use an exfoliant followed by a cleanser to clean your skin and leave it smooth, invigorated and with its protective acid mantel in tact.

Follow this by using a toner. Toners close open pores to prevent loss of moisture, resulting in firmer skin. The last step is to use a moisturiser. Moisturisers help to hydrate your skin, prevent loss of moisture and provide nourishment and nutrients for your skin to use in fulfilling its many functions.

Liver spots or age spots

Aging skin often develops unsightly blemishes, commonly called liver spots, which can appear on the face, neck and on the back of the hands. They are caused by the sun and accumulation of lipofuscin (pigments and/or wastes) that is derived from free radical damage of skin cells.

Liver spots, also known as lentigines or lentigos, are sharply defined, rounded, brown or black, flat patches of skin. The epidermis (top surface layer) is expanding with more pigment, developing what looks like a large freckle. They may appear as a single spot or in clusters.

Remember that your skin is an eliminatory organ and therefore it eliminates toxins from your body – one reason for liver spots is that the eliminatory organs (Kidneys, Liver and Bowels) are not working as well as they should and therefore the skin “takes up the slack”.

Removal of these impurities can be achieved using the above described skin care regime. In addition, when showering, use a Lufa or other type of skin brush on your bodys skin. This will not only remove dead skin cells, but promote blood circulation to the skin which in turn provides the skin with nutrients carried in the blood.

Green Tea is a fantastic anti-oxidant and should be consumed regularly. Leafy green vegetables, fish such as salmon and tuna, nuts and fruits contain essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants to nourish your organs and help them perform their vital functions adequately.

It is vitally important that you not only have a good skin care regime, but you should also have a good health regime, which includes a good diet, 8 -10 glasses of water per day and a regular exercise programme. This is very important and cannot be underestimated in its positive results on keeping you looking and feeling younger for longer.

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