These days more and more people are complaining about sensitive skin, rashes, and reactions to soap, detergents and‚ hundreds of other products.‚ Perhaps it is the ever increasing numbers of chemicals making their way into our make-up, moisturizers, shaving cream, workplaces, and homes.‚ Even the great outdoors seems to teem with emissions, chemical sludge and pollution.‚ So what do we do?

Is there hope we may one day adjust to our surroundings or will we continue to spiral down into a swamp of artificial chemicals that are increasingly incompatible with human bodies?‚

It matters.‚ These days it is difficult to find skin care products that are devoid of synthetic substances, also known as toxins. Inadvertently, we add toxins into our bodies every time we wash our face, cleanse our body, or apply commercial body lotion or moisturizer.‚

In spite of the increasing information and consumer awareness on the toxicity of chemicals used in most beauty products, they continue to be the primary ingredients in the cosmetic industry. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health previously reports that there are approximately nine hundred chemicals used by this industry today.

Although topical beauty products are used only externally, many of the substances permeate the skin and enter the bloodstream to become part of the circulatory system, which the liver is unable to metabolize. As a result, these chemicals continue to accumulate in our body and cause health problems such as headaches, hormonal imbalance, rashers, allergies, asthma, cancer, and a myriad of medical and emotional problems.‚ It is no wonder that so many of us suffer from sensitive skin.

UVA and UVB rays are rampant ageing aggressors. Polluting clogs the skin and blocks it from functioning at its best, and air-conditioners has harsh drying effects. The onslaught is everywhere, and in order to help protect your skin, the simplest skincare routine is often the best. So try to buy an alcohol-free range for your perfume and make-up colors.

Do you have sensitive skin? Have you ever developed a rash after using skincare or cosmetic products? Does your skin flare up and become itchy for no apparent reason?

Do changes in the weather irritate your skin? Do you suffer from dry, flaky or irritated skin?

Do you react badly to abrasive exfoliators? Exfoliators can be found in scrubs for body or face. Does stress affect your skin? Does your skin respond better to products that are free of additives and alcohol?

Do you burn easily when exposed to the sun? Then you skin is on the sensitive side, select a pure and natural skincare range, first buy a small body lotion to try it out if start to irritate ditch the lotion directly.

Also some foods can trigger sensitive skin, try to avoid foods with hot spices curries, peanuts or chilies. Be very careful not to touch the juice of fresh chilies because it can lead to several hours of problems. Very hot foods and liquids can also cause painful flushing of the skin. Caffeine and alcohol can cause flushing, an overheated and itchy skin. Test yourself with these various foods and drinks, but keep in mind that while one food might not cause problems alone, in combination with others it can really irritate your skin.

* skin generally tends to be dry
* skin is thin and fine-textured
* easily allergic
* subject to red patches

This skin type is found mostly with blonds and redheads¢‚¬¦ natural ones, that is! Because of its extreme thinness, this skin type is very sensitive to the elements. It burns when exposed to sun, becomes red in the cold and tightens when washed with soap or after a day in strong winds.

What to do

* Choose appropriate products
* Always wear sunscreen since your skin will burn in the sun
* Always wear a protective cream, both indoors and out
* Sensitive skin needs soothing treatments, which will calm even the most reactive skin. They refresh the skin tone and help reduce redness and irritation. They make vulnerable skin feel better, restore the necessary balance, and bring softness and suppleness back to your skin.

What to avoid

* Alcohol-based or highly-scented products may cause redness and can lead to rosacea.
* Sunscreens containing PABA can sometimes cause problems.

The number one thing people with sensitive skin should look for is products that do NOT contain chemicals.‚ All natural products are as good for our bodies as they are good for our planet.‚ The earth may be struggling a bit faster than individual humans but imagine the cumulative effect of all these chemicals washed, flushed and dumped into rivers, lakes and the water supply.‚

Healing Leaf LLC offers many natural products for skin problems and conditions.‚ For those with sensitive skin we offer Skin Magic‚®, an all natural product designed to pamper and protect sensitive skin.

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Beverly Vines-Haines is the Marketing, Research and Text Coordinator for Healing Leaf LLC.‚ This is a company that tackles the toughest skin and nail conditions known to man.‚ A best-selling author for years before she became a part of Healing Leaf LLC, she is dedicated to natural healing and creating pure products that are both safe and earth friendly. To learn more about these effective products, visit www.NoFungusAmongUs.com.