Skin & Exercise

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If the first thought that comes to mind where skin and exercise are concerned is facial exercises, well, there is an excellent article by marieclaire.co.uk (Google "facial exercises") that expound on the Danielle Collins Face Yoga Method. 

No, we're here to talk about that physical exertion you make with your body as you exercise and how it benefits your skin. 

According to Ellen Marmur, associate professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, US, as per webmd.com, anything that promotes blood circulation can help keep your skin healthy and vibrant.

Marmur, who also wrote Simple Skin Beauty: Every Woman's Guide to a Lifetime of Healthy, Gorgeous Skin, says that increased blood flow nourishes skin cells. This happens as blood carries oxygen to working cells throughout the body, including the skin. Blood flow will also help carry waste products, such as free radicals, away from working cells. Marmur says, in a way, exercise raises blood flow, which in turn is like cleansing the skin from the inside. 

For rosacea sufferers, exercise in a cool environment to avoid flare-ups. Also use cold compresses to problematic areas after exercise. For eczema and psoriasis sufferers, also exercise in a cool environment. Apply moisturizer to arms, legs and areas with skin creases such as underarms and groin. 

If you spot any of these, call your dermatologist immediately

Worried that you have any of the following symptoms? Go check with your dermatologist or a medical professional
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1. A new spot on your skin that is raised, is more than one colour, or has an irregular shape.

2. Any old spots or moles that appear to be changing.

3. Sudden or extensive hair growth on your face or chest.

4. Patchy hair loss on your scalp.

Source: everydayhealth.com

Natural is Important in Skin Care

An online survey of more than 1,000 American women aged 18 and above that was conducted in June 2015 and published on skininc.com found that the percentage of women who claimed it is important that their skin care purchases must contain all natural ingredients accounted for 54% of those surveyed. 

29% of respondents said they would not buy skin care products that contain sulfates, followed by parabens (22%), synthetic fragrances (18%) and PEG compounds (15%). 

39% of those surveyed said that they would only purchase or purchase more all-natural skin care products in the next two years than they currently do. 

In relation to age groups, 63% of Millennials said that it is important that their skin care product purchases are all natural, followed by 58% of women aged 35 - 44 who said the same thing. 

We at Living Jungle understand the importance of using all-natural ingredients in our skin care products. Our WhiteSynergy Effect skin care range use 7 main natural active ingredients: licorice extract, apple stem cells, orange stem cells, aloe vera extract, rice bran essence, green tea extract and diamond dust. Check them out at our e-store on Dinasou.com.

Trivia on Skin!

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Skin
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Source: soyworldusa.wordpress.com

1. You probably already know this, but skin is the body's largest organ, spanning an average of 21 square feet on the human body.

2. A woman's skin is lighter than a man's: 6.5 pounds compared to nearly 12 pounds on average.

3. Skin is thickest on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet and thinnest on the eyelids.

4. Skin regeneration takes place every 27 days on average.

5. In a year, the amount of skin cells shed by a person is 8.5 pounds on average.

6. During hot weather, up to 3 gallons of sweat can be released.

For protective skin care, use Living Jungle's WhiteSynergy Effect range, available on our e-store on Dinasou.com.

Facial Exfoliation: All You Need To Know

1. Gets rid of dry, dull skin by removing dead skin cells from the surface of the epidermis.

2. Keeps pores from becoming clogged. Clogged pores result in acne and blackheads. 

3. When dead skin cells are removed, the skin's renewal process is sped up, thus allowing skin cells that are healthier and smoother to the surface. Fine lines and wrinkles are diminished and discoloration is controlled.

Source: health.howstuffworks.com

Try Living Jungle's WhiteSynergy Effect Ex-Scrub. 

What happens when you get up in the morning and realize you forgot to use your facial mask last night?

You go berserk, that's what happens.

Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise – The Golden Rule of Face Care

Do you not think it's the Golden Rule of Face Care? We at Living Jungle think it is. We can give you our opinion on the importance of cleansing, toning and moisturising, but we'd rather use an expert opinion, so at least you won't think that we're biased on this matter. 

According to a lifestyle & beauty blogger and vlogger, natashalee.info, cleansing, toning & moisturising are important simply because "Our skin is (the) largest organ on/in our body, (thus it is) the most abused by our environment lifestyle". Therefore, it is important to take care of your skin, especially the part(s) that are exposed, and the face is one of the most exposed parts of our skin. 

1. Cleansing

    natashalee.info says that our skin has a thin acidic film which protects and acts as a barrier to bacteria, viruses etc that could potentially infiltrate into our bodies. A good cleanser is ideally added fragrance-free and pH balanced. Don't use soap as it contains alkaline, which will counterbalance the slight acidic protective layer on our skin.

Cleansing

2. Toning

    natashalee.info says that toning helps to readjust the skin's pH in order for the acidic protective layer on the skin to remain. Get a very mild pH balanced toner. Toning also helps to close and tighten pores left open after cleansing.

Toning

3. Moisturising

    natashalee.info says moisturising is important simply because of one thing that we cannot stop: ageing. As we get older, our skin loses its natural moisturising properties, among others. Thus, this ends our Golden Rule of Face Care.

Moisturising

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Which Face Mask Is Best For You?

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Of course we're at Living Jungle going to say that our WhiteSynergy Effect PP Mask is the BEST for you. But, that constitutes bias in every form, and even though this is a Living Jungle blog, we think that it's best that our beloved readers are at least educated to know which type of face masks is best suited for their face. The information below is taken from womenshealthmag.com. It'll be simple, short and straight to the point ... and the point is that you know which face mask is suitable for your skin type.

1. Best for Normal and Dry Skin: Hydrogel Masks

    These masks comes in gel sheets that conform to the shape of your face. As they have a thin gel form, they lock in moisture better than facial cotton sheets. Avoid mud or clay masks that are super-drying if you have dry skin, despite the fact that you also suffer from acne. Instead, look for a hydrogel mask with hyaluronic acid that can improve skin hydration, among other things. 

2. Best for Normal and Oily Skin: Rubber Masks

    With a thick consistency and texture, rubber masks are also known as modelling masks. Follow the instructions on the product packaging to avoid a messy application. 

3. Best for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin: Clay Masks

    The excess sebum produced by your skin is regulated with the use of clay masks. They not only tighten pores but also smooth and soften the surface of your skin. 

4. Best for Anti-Aging: Water Sleeping Masks

    Due to the fact that your skin restores its needs such as cell turnover and renewal during night time while you are asleep, these type of masks are the best to use. You apply a coat of such face mask before you go to sleep and when you wake up, you'll find that your skin is moisturized and refreshed.

5. Best for Dark Spots: Exfoliating Masks

    The top layer of dead skin cells will be removed with a mask that has exfoliating properties. These type of masks have microbeads, so they actually work like a cleanser. You only need to massage them on your face and leave them on for the recommended time, after which you rinse them off with warm water. Exfoliating masks with lactic acid can help even out skin tone and lighten the appearance of irregular pigmentation.

So, we hope that the tips we've provided are useful. Nevertheless, we want to make sure that our beloved readers know that our WhiteSynergy Effect PP Mask is suitable for all skin types. Plus, it will help to whiten your skin, help reduce uneven skin tone or pigmentation and also works for people with anti-aging concerns. To have an idea of how to use it, have a look at this video. 

Have a look at our other products at Living Jungle's e-store on Dinasou.com.

Have you heard of skin bleaching?

The answer to that is most probably you have, or, er, haven't, depending on how much knowledge you have with regards to the world of beauty, or, er, beauty products.

Anyway, skin bleaching is pretty much the same as whitening your skin, or lightening your skin tone. According to illuminatural6i.com, chemical or natural skin bleaching may be effective, especially if the right kind of skin whitening agent is used. Among others, it could lighten dark spots for a more even skin tone.

However, the site cautions that skin whitening agents, especially the chemical ones, are only ideal for small areas of the skin. Using them on the entire body could bring about negative side effects that include premature aging or skin and permanent and untreatable skin discolorations. 

illuminatural6i.com suggests the use of natural skin bleaching ingredients such as:

1) Yoghurt

2) Honey

3) Cucumber

4) Papaya

5) Turmeric

6) Gram flour

7) Oatmeal

8) Aloe Vera

9) Oranges

Well, guess what? Aloe Vera and Orange Stem Cells are two of the 7 natural active ingredients in Living Jungle's WhiteSynergy Effect range of skin care. illuminatural6i.com says that Aloe Vera can help in new cell regeneration, damaged tissue rebuilding and improvement in hyperpigmentation. Oranges' Vitamin C is helpful in lightening the skin and evening out skin tone.

Check out Living Jungle's WhiteSynergy Effect skin care products at our e-store on Dinasou.com.

Living Jungle WhiteSynergy Effect PP Mask VS Facial Treatments at a Spa

This is a rather tricky statement to weigh, as in, which one is better, but according to stylecaster.com, using both goes a long way into making sure your skin gets the care it needs. However, stylecaster.com mentions homemade facials, such as those that use certain foods like avocado or yoghurt, are better compared to synthetic facial masks such as Living Jungle's WhiteSynergy Effect PP Mask. 

However, we want to assure you that our PP Mask is 100% safe as it contains 7 natural active ingredients that include Apple Stem Cell, Orange Stem Cell, Aloe Vera, Rice Bran, Green Tea, Licorice and Diamond Powder. It is as good as those homemade facial masks, if not better. So, why not give it a try by visiting Living Jungle's e-store on Dinasou.com.