How to Ensure Your Hands & Nails Stay As Beautiful As Our Faces.

So much of the beauty industry focuses on products and tips for the face that often other body parts seem to get lost in the shuffle. So in this article I am going to concentrates on what we can do to ensure that our hands & nails stay as beautiful as our faces.

The nails and hands are two parts of our bodies that are often taken for granted. We use them everyday of our lives, but fail to take care of them as much as we take care of our hair, teeth, or other body parts. The reason for this is because they always serve their purpose and they never fail us until it’s too late to give them their much deserved attention.

By the time we see veins on our hands, or see them with blotches of red and discoloration; or when our nails are specked with white spots, and often break.

Is it too late to care and improve them?

No, it's not. But we need to act on it soon.

There is a secret to taking care of our hands and nails. As with any care regimen, we need to understand these parts of our body that have been very loyal to us through these years. Once we know this, we need to know how to take better care of them, and other factors that have been affecting them without us knowing. We can then decide what products would be benefitail to help our hands & nails stay as beautiful as our faces.

Hand Care

Avoid Excessive Wetness

 We all know that water strips off skin’s natural oils leaving it dry and wrinkled. Try to lessen your time in the shower by observing a wet-soap-rinse routine.

Moisturize

 Especially if you spend most of your time in very cold or air-conditioned areas, the hands can become really dry. Try to pack a small bottle of lotion or cream in your back so that reapplication will be handy.

Hand Massage

 While you can avail of the masseuse’s service, you can do quick daily hand massage by yourself while taking a break at work or watching TV. Massaging the hands paves the way for better blood circulation which eliminates appearance of veins and wrinkles. You can use massage oils or a vitamin enriched cream for both relaxing and nourishing hand treatment.

Nail Care

Wash your hands with mild soap and clean your nails with a soft nail brush. Leave your hands in warm water for a few minutes to soften cuticles and move to the base of your nails. An excellent time to do your manicure is after a shower, bath or the dishes. These activities will remove dirt from under the nails as well as soften dry nails.

Cut your nails all at the same level and file the rough edges or points that remain after. It is not a good idea to remove the cuticles from your nail, as it will make the nail susceptible to infection.

If you have dry nails, apply some moisturizing hand & nail cream on them.

What products do you recommend for hand & nail care?

Avocados have a great variety of nutrients such as Vitamins C, B6 and E, which have been proved to: reduce wrinkles, moisten, clean, exfoliate and enrich the skin.

In fact, research shows that hand & nail creams with avocados have more Vitamins E than any others. Vitamin E is a highly-powerful antioxidant known for slowing down the ageing process and reducing the damaging effects of sun exposure as well as helping in the prevention of heart diseases.

Try our Skin Mates Avocado Hand & Nail Cream which is packed with deep-penetrating natural ingredients & an ultra-moisturizing blend of Avocado butter.

You could also try our Natural Care Hand & Nail Cream that helps to improve damaged and dry hands. Our cream has natural repairing properties and it helps in providing elasticity to the dry skin. Natural Care Hand and Nail Cream aids in strengthening the nails and also helps in softening the cuticles. Natural Care Hand & Nail Cream also helps in protecting and nourishing the skin by giving a healthy and beautiful look to your hands. Natural Care Hand & Nail Cream contains raspberry oil as an astringent, beet root oil to help nourish the skin, red algae that acts as an antioxidant & jojoba oil to sooth the skin.

So now you know how to care for your hands & nails and what products are best for them, you too can have hands soft and smooth that sure will leave not just a pleasant first impression but a long-lasting image of beauty and finesse.

Caring for your Skin with the Power of the Ocean – Red Algae

Sea algae extracts and other substances derived from the sea, e.g. Dead Sea mud & seaweeds are believed by cosmetic companies to be vital elements which act in harmony with the human body, helping to achieve health, beauty and relaxation.

One of these ocean derived substances is red algae which can be found in the seas around the pacific region where it commonly forms a part of coral gardens. Red alga contains the most powerful anti-oxidants found in nature, with clinical tests indicating that it is 550 times more powerful than vitamin E. These powerful anti-oxidants properties help to protect skin from free radicals, sun and pollutants - the main causes of wrinkles and fine lines.

Red marine algae facial treatments can be used to treat several skin-related conditions and is effective because it also boasts anti-bacterial properties. Thus, it can be a powerful and natural way to treat skin conditions.

Treatment of Acne with Red Algae

Red marine alga has multipurpose ingredients that are beneficial in treating acne. It dries up the blemishes while adding minerals and moisture into the skin. The bacterial properties of red marine algae heal acne blemishes. Often, skin dried out from acne medications and treatments produces more oil to compensate, which can result in more breakouts. As red marine alga prevents the skin from drying out, recurrent breakouts are less common.

Also red alga is best for removing impurities and toxins and can help regulate oil levels in your face. Natural red alga is very popular in spa treatments for skin with fat or acne, as it has the ability to work carefully to promote circulation and healthy skin rejuvenation.

Anti Aging Properties of Red Algae

Red Algae are used in anti aging products for its intensive levels of nourishing and hydrating marine minerals and vitamins. It helps the skin become more resistant, thus maintaining firmness and shape.

Because Red alga has developed unique protection mechanisms in order to survive. These qualities can be applied into anti aging treatments when extracts of the algae are incorporated into advanced facial skin care products.

Researchers discovered a long time ago that both skin and algae cell membrane have isolation analogies in their function. As a result, the algae can be used to protect, nourish and heal human skin. The quality and beneficial properties of these active ingredients have been proven in efficacy tests.

A Great Range Of Anti Ageing Facial Treatments Containing Red Algae Extracts

IR Beautina has developed an exciting new anti ageing skin care range-"Age Reverse". IR Beautina Age Reverse Facial Creams can take care of those fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, brown spots, dark circles under your eyes and much more.

IR Beautina Age Reverse  Facial Skin Care products can make your skin clearer, smoother, and more youthful looking and can be found on our on line shop www.amazingthaibeauty.com

 If you want to look your best, it all starts with serious skin care.

Why Is Removing Makeup so Important For Healthy Skin?

It’s a universal fact that women want to present their best self before the world. Makeup is thus an important part of a women’s life which is almost like an important component of daily routine. However; most women don’t understand the importance of properly removing their makeup. Removing makeup can help to make sure that your skin stay healthy. If you do not follow a makeup removal process, then you will find that your complexion can really start to have blemishes and other problems. This can lead to acne and a lot of other issues. This is why you should learn makeup removal tips that will help you to keep your skin clean and free of blemish.

When removing makeup it is important that you choose a cleanser that is going thoroughly clean your skin. This means cleaning makeup out of pores as well as the surface of the skin. There are many different cleansers available so it is up to you to do a little research to find the right one. Always check the cleanser ingredients to be sure it will accomplish what you expect. This will ensure that you get the best clean possible for your skin.

When removing your makeup you want to make sure that you choose a remover that is free of oil. This will be more effective at getting off makeup like eye liner and mascara. These can be one of the toughest things to remove, especially if you are using a waterproof variety. If it is not waterproof, you may just need a little warm water to get it off, but you in most cases oil free makeup remover can do a better job.

It is always a good idea to be gentle when it comes to taking off your makeup at the end of the day. If you do it carelessly, you may end up snagging your eyelashes and making a mess of it. The best way to do it with care is by using cotton balls or swabs. If you use harsh materials such as paper towels or hand towels, then you will find that it will be too abrasive and will irritate your skin.

Follow the instructions given below for removing makeup in the best and the easiest way.

Items Needed

 •Cotton Swabs/balls

•Eye Makeup Remover

•Cleansing Milk

•Makeup Remover/Cleanser (face wash)

•Towel

•Moisturizer

Procedure

 First thing you will have to do for removing makeup is to secure you hair tightly, so that they don’t fall on your face. For this, you can either use a rubber band, if your hair is long, or a hair band, if your hair is short.

Now let us come to wiping off your makeup. Concentrate on the eyes first. Take a cotton swab and dab it with eye makeup remover. Gently wipe each eye with the cotton, till the makeup dissolves completely.

Now is the turn of your face. Take another cotton swab and dab it with cleansing milk. Wipe you face with it, avoiding the eye area, till the time the makeup comes off.

Wash you face with lukewarm water. Take the makeup remover or cleanser and put a dollop on your palm.

Rub your hands together, to generate lather. Now, apply this lather all over the face, again avoiding the eye area. Keep rubbing it gently all over your face for around one minute.

Rinse off the lather with water. Splash your face with water a number of times, to make sure that no traces of makeup and lather are left.

Gently pat your face dry with a soft towel. Do not rub.

Lastly apply moisturizer on your face and massage it gently, at least for a minute.

Removing Eye Makeup

For removing eye makeup, make sure to use a makeup remover that is especially made for the eyes. This is because eyes are very sensitive. The cleanser/remover that you use for removing face make up might be too harsh on them. You can also use petroleum jelly or baby oil for removing eye makeup.

Removing Lip Makeup

For removing lipstick or lip liner, use cold cream. Take a cotton swab and put a little cold cream on it. Now, softly rub the cotton over your lips. After wiping off the lipstick, make sure to apply moisturizer over your lips. This will help in keeping them soft and conditioned.

Not Just a Pretty Flower- The Butterfly Pea.

Thailand is a tropical country rich with its local fruits and herbs. For years, Thai people have used herbs as part of the ingredients in not only Thai foods but in Thai herbal beauty treatments. One of these botanicals is the Clitorea Ternatea or Butterly Pea vine.

The butterfly Pea or dok anchan in Thai (ดอกอัญชัน) is a climbing plant originating from Southeast Asia. Nowadays, it is cultivated in all tropical areas, including Thailand.

The flowers of butterfly pea (Clitorea Ternatea) are rich in blue Anthocyanin and widely used in herbal beauty products here in Thailand. Apart from the color, it is also a natural antioxidant.
One of the products that modern day Thai beauty product manufacturers create with the Butterfly Pea flower extracts are shampoos & conditioners. They work by promoting blood circulation in the scalp, nourishing and strengthening hair follicles. The flowers as already mentioned also act as a natural antioxidant. Butterfly pea extract will moisture the scalp and nourish hair to achieve maximum thickness, density & luster.

Our on line store www.amazingthaibeauty, now stocks a Butterfly Pea Shampoo which is a scalp moisturizer that also nourishes hair. The Butterfly Pea extract used in our shampoo is concentrated with anti - oxidant and essential proteins which help protect your hair from external aggressors like sun exposure, heat, cold and dryness. Our Herbal Butterfly Pea shampoo is even gentle enough to use every day and is safe for all hair types.

To complement our shampoo we also have a Butterfly Pea Hair Treatment Cream which is superb for dry damaged hair. Our Butterfly Pea Hair Treatment will strengthen your hair and give it a long lasting shine.

For more great Thai Herbal beauty products check out www.amazingthaibeauty.com to see if we can give you touch of nature in your hair care, body care & facial care products.

Facial Cleansing Is Really Important!

Many of us only spend about 15 seconds on washing our face.  That may not be long enough to do the job!  Since we are making the effort to bring out our face wash, why not spend a few extra seconds?  The key to good cleansing is to take it slow.  I would recommend that you cleanse for at least one minute, but it does not mean that you have to vigorously rub for at least a minute.

When the dirt and dust particles get accumulated on the face, they block the skin pores and thus make the skin look dull and dry. This also causes several skin problems like blemishes, acne, blackheads, etc. But more than that it increases the aging process of the skin and makes the aging signs like wrinkles and fine line appear on face. Thus you can expect to have a sick skin if you will not do the cleansing of face. There are many facial cleaners out there in the market & we hope to help in this article to explain the benefits of each. Whatever product you do decide to use remember to clean your face about three times in a day.

So what should you use to clean your Face?

Ordinary soap is often dismissed as useless and harmful by many people. This is absolutely untrue. The purpose of any cleansing operation (a term favored by some skin care people for a process most of us know as washing) is to remove dirt and grease. Ordinary soaps do this effectively (and sometimes even too thoroughly!). Soaps contain fats which work effectively as cleansers of grease and grime. Soaps will also remove some cosmetics and the water proof eye make-up products are not easily removed with soaps – for these, a cosmetic cleanser is usually required.

One unfortunate effect of soaps is that they remove some natural oils from the skin, making it dry. A related action is that, being alkaline; soaps neutralize the natural acidic film on the skin. Though these effects are temporary, they can cause problem in people with dry skin, during cold weather and in conditions of low humidity.

The dryness, however, is easily countered by using a moisturizing cream after washing with soap.

There are various skin cleansers available in the market depending upon the skin type. Hence you can purchase the cleanser that is suitable for your skin type. If you have dry skin, then cleansing milk is the best cleanser for you, as it will provide moisturizer to your skin and will not make it dry. It is better to buy oil-based cleanser for dry skin. But oil based cleansers will not be good if your skin type is oily.

There are various skin cleansers available in the market depending upon the skin type. Hence you can purchase the cleanser that is suitable for your skin type. If you have dry skin, then cleansing milk is the best cleanser for you, as it will provide moisturizer to your skin and will not make it dry. It is better to buy oil-based cleanser for dry skin. But oil based cleansers will not be good if your skin type is oily.

Please be aware though make sure that you buy a good quality cleanser as this makes all the difference to your facial care regime.

Facial cleansers or face washes could belong to the following categories.

Foaming cleansers: These generally lather as the name suggests.

Gel cleansers: These are usually oil-free and may not foam or lather.

Water-soluble cleansers: These are good, all-purpose cleansers and are generally non-irritating.

Lotion cleansers: These are recommended for dry or sensitive skin because they leave a light soothing film on the skin.

Cleansing milks: These are modified moisturizer formulations. It does not have the surfactants-the active cleaning ingredients of soaps and face washes-that normal cleansers have which are effective for removing dust and grime.

 Toner and astringents: Toners are solutions or lotions designed to remove surface skin cells, soap residue and oils from skin. They are often heavy on water and alcohol and some-times contain other ingredients like witch hazel, salicylic acid or propylene glycol.

How do you wash your face?

This may be an obvious question but often we don’t think about this to thoroughly. There are however great tips from beauticians that can help & these are as follows:-

Start with clean skin - a good facial cleanser cream is the first step, remove with warm water only please, then follow with a splash of cool water to close your pores, whether you need oily skin treatment or need dry skin care you should always use a facial cleanser cream that is suited to your skin.

 Water is the mother of moisturizers and once you have cleansed your face, don't rub it dry, just pat gently and let the moisture remain, as you benefit from the skin being moist as you apply your additional skin care.

 Always use short, firm strokes and please always stroke upward - do not stretch the skin. Applying creams around the eyes is best done with the little finger and pat, pat, pat.

So let us sum it all up.

Do you want a youthful face with skin that glows all your life? Care for it! Proper face skin care and the right natural skin care products are the answer. Our facial cleaning products in our IR Beautina NanoFacial Care range or our Radiant Gold Facial Care range used daily offer advanced treatment for special skin conditions. Rid your skin of impurities and give it a treat instead of a treatment.

The Secrets of Thai Herbs in Modern Beauty Products

For hundreds of years Thai herbs have constituted a great part of Thai traditional medicine as a natural means of health and beauty care. This knowledge has been passed on from generation to generation so that now, in our modern times, everyone can benefit from the wisdom of Thai herbs in today’s natural cosmetics and beauty care.
In the next few paragraphs, you will discover the benefits of some of the more common Thai herbs currently being used in cosmetics and beauty care products.

TamarindTamarind seed extract contains high levels of AHA which is of great benefit in skin care. Studies have shown that tamarind seed extract significantly improves skin elasticity, hydration and smoothness.

This extract is water soluble and is recommended for facial toners, moisturizers, serums, gels, masks. It is particularly useful in anti-aging formulas.




LemongrassLemongrass has been traditionally used in Thai cooking, but has been more recently discovered that the essential oils found in this fragrant herb can be used in cosmetics and beauty products. Lemongrass essential oil has antibacterial properties and can also be rubbed on the hands to kill everyday bacteria or used under the armpits as a deodorant. In addition, lemongrass oil has great astringent properties, which helps clear up excessive oily skin that can cause acne outbreaks.

Furthermore, lemongrass is effective as a skin toner because it naturally dilates the blood vessels, tightening pores and minimizing wrinkles. Lemongrass oils have also been used for many years in Thailand as a natural way to repel insects such as fleas, lice, ticks and mosquitoes and offer an added benefit of relieving muscle pain.

Turmeric
Turmeric has been used for centuries in Thailand as a natural cleanser and is a wonderful body scrub. It leaves your skin soft, smooth and glowing. Turmeric in cosmetics has also been found to help remove blackheads and whiteheads from the skin. This Thai herb is also wonderful in reducing fats, thus purifying the blood and improving blood circulation in the body.

One other great property of turmeric is that it can slow down the growth of body hair, essential for that nice, glowing skin women like.







Kaffir Lime
Kaffir Lime is a well known herbal remedy in Thailand used to help with hair and scalp problems. Its mild acidic property reduces oiliness in the hair while moisturizing the scalp. After rinsing with clean water, the hair will be shiny with the great smell of citrus. Kaffir lime is also a popular ingredient used in herbal compresses and is excellent for aromatherapy.

Southern Marine SeaweedSouthern Marine Seaweed has long been used by the Thai’s for food and healing and becoming increasingly popular in spas and cosmetic use. Southern Marine Seaweed provides numerous vitamins and minerals including, vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C, niacin, iodine, iron, zinc calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium and trace amounts of B12. This seaweed also helps promote healthy skin and hair.  Tests have shown Southern Marine Seaweed can control excess sebum and is excellent in delivering essential moisture to areas most needed - balancing the skin.

 Southern Marine Seaweed can also be found in many forms of Thai acne care creams as it has great detoxifying properties.
So now you can see that Thailand is ready to bring the ancient wisdoms of Thai herbs to the global market so they can share their traditions with you.

If you would like to discover more about Thai herbs or try some amazing natural beauty products, have a stroll through our website www.amazingthaibeauty.com

Silky Skin from Thai Silk Cocoons

Have you ever wondered why Southeast Asian women have silky soft smooth skin?

One of the secrets for this is that they use cosmetics containing silk cocoons. This is the very same silk from the silkworm that spins and wraps itself into a cocoon during its hibernating period. This silk cocoon is the one responsible for creating the Thai silk threads and fibers.
 How can you make cosmetics from silk cocoons?
Silk powder is made from the silkworm cocoon. It is processed to remove impurities and pulverized into different grades. Silk of the finest micron can be dissolved in water while silk that is of a larger micron is not dispersible in water. Both types can be used in soap making. Silk that is of a lower micron is added with oils and silk that is finer in grade that is dispersible in water is added with the liquids.

So what is so special about cosmetics that use silk cocoons?

Silkworm cocoons contain a naturally woven silk protein called sericin.  Sericin helps balance the skin's amino acid content, and stimulates the skin. Silk amino acids can also help prevent dehydration of the skin. In addition, silkworm cocoons contain elastin-collagen, which can be absorbed directly by the human skin for repairing damaged skin, eliminating blackheads, dirt and aged dry skin, promoting a more supple skin.
There has been research showing silk proteins that may have topical antioxidant properties. Further studies have also found that silk cocoon powder radiates and reflects UV rays, acting as a natural sunscreen. For people that are acne prone, silk cocoon contains anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Silkworm cocoon’s super fine powder is used in makeup formulations to soften fine lines, provide moisture balance, absorb excess oil and provide a silky slip. Using makeup made with silk cocoons will also allow your skin to breathe.

So what is one silk cocoon product would I recommend?

You can find many silk cocoon products on the web; in particular from Japan which after some investigation we found to be very expensive compared to products made in Thailand.  After much more investigation we sourced silk cocoons products in the North East of Thailand famous for its silk production. Like our Coconut & Cocoon Facial Sun Protection Cream SPF60 that has been especially developed for delicate facial skin. Our Coconut & Cocoon Facial Sun Protection Cream SPF60 provides protection against both burning UVB and ageing UVA rays.  Coconut & Cocoon Facial Sun Protection Cream SPF60 gives 60+ times your own natural protection.

Coconut & Cocoon Oil Facial Sun Protection Cream SPF60 contains a wide array of plant extracts to ensure that it protects and hydrates the skin as well as antioxidants to help protect the skin.

This & many other uniquely Thai body & facial care products can be found on our web store or at our trade fairs in & around Bangkok.

You can have that Southeast Asian radiant skin

So now you have read about one of the secrets of why Southeast Asian women have silky smooth radiant skin, you can shop online to look for beauty products that have Thai silk cocoon powder in them. There are many out there from soaps to cosmetics. Come on give them a try!
If you want to try some superior Thai Beauty Products have a look at our web site to www.amazingthaibeauty.com