How frustrating is it to go out during the summer and have to deal with annoying mosquitoes and worry about applying an oily mosquito repellent on your skin. You have to debate if you want to use insect repellent and if you should spray it on your face. If you battle from acne or sensitive skin this can be a major headache.

Traditional mosquito repellents are oil based and contain harmful chemicals that can cause your skin to break out. There are certain chemical based insect repellents that are linked to causing your pores to produce excess oil. If you are out during the day and have repellent on your hands there are going to be times that you are going to touch your face.

Scientist have discovered there are over 300 chemicals that our body produces that mosquitoes are attracted to. They have kept some of these chemicals a secret, but has made public that these chemicals are embedded in our lactic acid. Lactic acid is excreted from our pores.

This is also the reason why some people get bit more than other people. Some people produce more lactic acid that others and some produce more chemicals that the mosquitoes are attracted to. It?s just like body odor.. some people smell worst than others when they sweat or not.

The way most mosquito repellents work is by reducing and changing the chemical structure of your lactic acid by clogging your pores. Think about how certain deodorants keep you from sweating and smelling awful. Deet which is the active ingredient in most insect repellents clog your pores and prevents your lactic acid from being identified by mosquitoes. The major problem with Deet is that it has many harmful side effects. There are also certain parts on your body that produce more lactic acid than others. This is also why people receive more bites in certain spots. The bad news is that if you are prone to acne you produce a larger amount of lactic acid on your face. The last thing you want to do is spray harmful pore clogging insect repellent on your face. There is actually a new product on the market that is scientifically proven to mask the chemicals from your lactic acid without having to clog your pores or apply anything to your skin. It releases a natural aroma that has been proven to cover up and eliminate the chemicals that are found in your lactic acid. It works exactly how Febreze works by eliminating odors in your house.

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anti aging natural skin care products are the best anti aging skin care lotions and creams. Naturally occurring compounds are always the best, but synthetic is cheaper and that’s why manufacturers use them.

The subject of anti aging natural skin care products is very intriguing to most people. The cosmetic companies have taken advantage and brainwashed us with their commercials, their advertising, their labeling and their pretty bottles.

People had known for centuries of the reality of anti aging natural skin care products. They traded in the local market various roots, medicinal plants, spices and natural remedies from other regions. People could buy and learn about diverse natural products in their local markets. Nevertheless, there were unscrupulous snake oil salesmen in the marketplace on those days as there are today.

The most effective anti aging natural skin care products are derived from plants, fruits, vegetables, seeds, oils and waxes that have been in existence for thousands of years. But, don’t rely on today’s cosmetic companies to give you good advice.

The cosmetic companies are no better than the snake oil salesmen, but instead of disappearing, they introduce their anti aging skin care as “new and improved”. Just using those words is an advertising trick that has been used for years, but still attracts unsuspecting customers.

Instead of something new and improved, the safest anti aging natural skin care products rely on the “tried and true”. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration regulates the cosmetic industry, but not in the same way that they regulate food and drugs.

Cosmetics are not to be ingested so they don’t have to be safe. Only a few ingredients are not allowed. Also, the term “natural” is a much unspecified term since you can use it as long as the substances are naturally occurring. Still, some naturally occurring substances are bad for your skin’s health and should not be included. Others substances are presumed to be carcinogenic, and a few are “known” to cause cancer and birth defects, but the companies willingly include them in their cosmetics.

The best anti aging skin care systems do not contain anything that could be hazardous to your skin’s health. It’s counterproductive. You want to improve your skin’s health, so that it will create new cells, new collagen and elastin fibers.

Unhealthy cosmetics won’t induce the reproduction of new cells, elastin fibers or collagen. Their production will continue to decline until you either die or find better anti aging natural skin care products.

You should make it a habit to read labels and check the ingredients. Definitely there are ingredients you need to avoid when buying anti aging natural skin care products. The list of ingredients to avoid is considerable lengthily and includes a number of difficult to understand or identify chemical names. Nevertheless, some of these less than desirable ingredients are not that difficult to spot, once you know what to look for, and they are commonly used in cosmetics and skincare products of all kinds.

Paraffin, liquid paraffin, paraffin wax, mineral oils, and petrolatum are undesirable ingredients for many reasons, but mainly because when it comes to the best anti aging skin care, they hinder the skin’s ability to regenerate. Fragrances and preservatives, although they are very common ingredients, should be avoided because they are known allergens. In addition, parabens should be avoided because they have been linked to cancer in numerous studies, even though they are widely used as preservatives in the cosmetic industry.

Anti aging natural skin care products should include natural vitamin E, because it moisturizes and provides a series of benefits, but also because it is a natural preservative. We can get more into this subject in further articles.

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Trends in health and beauty are placing more trust in the efficacy of natural and organic ingredients. Skin care is no exception, with more women coming to realize the purity of what they put on their skin is as important as that of what they eat. The skin is the largest organ, and is generally permeable to substances placed on it. This is particularly important in healing wounds, for the skin may be broken and more sensitive. Enter essential oils; these powerful plant derived medicines have been used for many years for treating skin conditions, enhancing beauty and promoting wellness. Oils have been found particularly useful for regenerating skin that has suffered from accidents or surgery, or has their remaining signs in the form of keloid, acne, or other scars. Certain essential oil blends can speed healing time, reduce or eliminate scars from recent wounds and even greatly diminish the appearance of old ones.

There are a few primary essential oils used in skin care which offer their regenerative properties; these oils can be used in low concentrations, and are generally well-tolerated - certainly more so than many synthetic ingredients. The most important of these may be Helichrysum italicum, also known as Everlasting oil. This wonderful oil is distilled from the daisy-like flowers of the herb. It has a lovely earthy aroma and, despite it’s apparent expense, works in very low concentrations (only a few drops per tablespoon of your total blend). Helichrysum is strongly anti-inflammatory and contains powerful regenerative molecules unique to this oil only.

Helichrysum essential oil is the cornerstone for many blends for healing the skin, and is the only one necessary for supporting currently healing skin damage - it should be used at appropriate concentrations with Rosehip Seed and Hazelnut oils, as mentioned later in this article. As noted by well-known aromatherapists Kurt Schnaubelt, “The triple unsaturated fatty acids (of Rosehip Seed oil) strengthen the cell membranes and, combined with the regnerative qualities of Everlasting oil (Helichrysum), heal wounds with minimal or no scarring”.

Lavender essential oil the most commonly used aromatic oil due to it’s pleasant, soothing aroma and broad range of healing effects. Lavender is also included in many skin care blends as it also contains ketone molecules which stimulate tissue regeneration. The specific type of lavender oil is distilled from the flowers of the Lavendula angustifolia species. Lavender, also like helichrsum, is an anti-inflammatory, and is generally thought to bring synergy to essential oil blends. It can be included to almost any skin care blend to enhance the effects and aroma.

The essential oil distilled from the leaves of common Sage is included in blends where the wounds are old - where the healing happened some time ago and has left some unsightly scarring. This can work on keloid scars, acne scars, etc., though application need be regular and should continue for 3 to 6 months. The sage oil is included in essence to break up the scar tissue and to stimulate regeneration with it’s powerful components. Sage oil should be used with great care and in small amounts. While it is called for in formulas for stretch marks, it should only be use after pregnancy, and not during by expectant mothers.

Rosemary will be the final essential oil we’ll mention here for scar treatment. For the skin, Rosemary of the Verbenone chemotype has many important properties - it contains regenerative ketone molecules, and stimulates cellular metabolism. This oil helps new skin form, bringing nutrients into the cells and supports the removing toxins and wastes.

All these oils but Lavender should be diluted in a carrier before use (Lavender CAN be used directly on the skin, but will be used in diluted form in the following blends). Many studies have shown the great efficacy of essential oils at low concentrations - so in Aromatherapy, ‘less is more’ is a general rule. Two highly regarded carrier or ‘base’ oils used for skin treatment are Rosehip seed, cold-pressed from a plant native to the mountain regions of South America, and Hazelnut oil, which is suitable for all skin types. These oils will help the essential oils absorb into the skin, and can provide their own nutritive properties. Rosehip seed contains a wealth of fatty acids, plus a compound similar in action to the pharmaceutical preparation ‘Retin A’. without the drying side effects. Hazelnut oil has mild astringent properties, and will not leave the skin feeling greasy. It is appropriate even for acne prone skin.

So how does one mix these natural botanicals for particular uses? There are a few simple but effective recipes specifically for wound healing and scar reduction. For old keloid or acne scars, use one ounce each of Hazelnut and Rosehip seed oils - to this, add one milliliter of Helichrysum Italicum essential oil and Sage officinalis essential oil. Apply regularly for three to six months for best results. For more recent cuts, scrapes, and even surgical incisions (that have reached the point where they are safe to get moist), use the same Hazelnut and Rosehip seed blend, adding one milliliter of Helichrysum and one milliliter of Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia). Apply twice a day while the wound is healing. For the reduction and possible elimination of stretch marks post partum, again to one ounce each of Hazelnut and Rosehip seed oils, add one milliliter Sage and one milliliter Rosemary verbenone. Like the formula for old scars, use this regularly for several months.

So these are just a few skin care formulas commonly used in aromatherapy. Many more exist for a great variety of skin conditions - there is much information available on the internet or in bookstores. Remember, when creating your own blends, be conservative with the amounts of essential oils - they do work in small amounts. Also, it’s always fun to add to these recipes one or more of your favorite aromatic oils - Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Rose or other oils can add a lovely complex aroma to the blend; one that you’ll enjoy wearing. Be creative, be safe and have fun!

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Remember that Coca-Cola has stuck by their secret formula for about 120 years. Now they are carrying out research on other beverages and food lines designed to improve your health. Coca-Cola can be found in almost every country on the planet and is now especially interested in the lucrative Chinese market. In order to be more Chinese, they are looking into the ancient system of Chinese herbal medicines.

Coca-Cola Now Based in Beijing

In mid October of 2007, Coca-Cola announced grand plans for its Beijing base, incorporating the modern taste and convenience of Coca-Cola with traditional Chinese herbal medicines. The plan is to have many combinations of these herb powders in the Coca-Cola, giving, what Coke’s vice president and chief scientific officer says, “the insights and benefits of [traditional Chinese herbal medicines to consumers all over the world.”

The Beijing operation was opened in 2004 in order to start research on how to make healthier Coke. Chinese herbal medicine contains the knowledge while Coke Imc. contains the marketing power and the money. In this way, Coca-Cola hopes to not only promote holistic health, but corner the market in it.

Is This A Good Idea Or Not?

Combining Chinese herbal medicines into Coca-Cola is theoretically possible. The combination would make taking the Chinese herbal medicines a bit more palatable. It is hoped that the cost of the Chinese herbal medicine-formulated Coca-Cola can reduce the pricey medicines currently available.

Most Chinese herbal medicines are distributed not as raw botanicals, but as a concentrated powder form made from extractions of the raw material. This not only makes the medicine last longer, but makes it easy to mix in water, applesauce or tea. Since the powders are already used in liquids to administer, why not stick it into Coca-Cola?

The question and consequent research, is whether the Chinese herbal medicine powders will remain as effective in the planned line up of Coke drinks than taken as it is now. Coke will no doubt do a lot more research before putting any drinks on the market. Owing to it?s size and wealth, Coca-Cola has the money for intensive research.

They aren?t just limiting production of a new Chinese herbal medicine drink line to just fizzy soft drinks. They are also investigating the possibility of marketing ready made teas, bottled water, juices and energy drinks. Coca-Cola knows that people are being more health conscious and future trends may turn them from carbonated soft drinks altogether. Perhaps Coke is looking to survive with the help of Chinese herbal medicine.

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