Month: May 2021
Tips for Choosing Products for Oily Skin
From squalane to essential oils and beyond, folks who struggle with oily skin have likely received endless advice about how to manage it. With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to tell which ones are actually effective and which might just make your skin care issues worse. The next time you go shopping for products to help manage your oily skin, take a look at the ingredient list. These ingredients are among the most effective for actually helping your complexion without causing additional skin care issues.
Squalane for Proper Hydration
Having skin that is properly hydrated is of the utmost importance, regardless of how oily your skin may naturally be. Unfortunately, many people who have an oily skin type fail to properly hydrate their skin because they think the moisture will make their complexion even shiner or that it will produce more oil. In fact, your skin produces more oil when it is dehydrated because it thinks that it needs the moisture. Squalane is one of the best options for folks with oily skin because it hydrates the skin without making it greasy, allowing for a proper balance of hydration in the skin.
Matte Without Makeup
If you’ve looked at any beauty blog lately, you already know that matte skin is one of the hottest makeup trends right now. It is especially appealing to people with oily skin, who often have trouble achieving a look that is not shiny. Unfortunately, matte makeup can significantly dry out your skin, leading to flaking and even premature wrinkles, even if you are using a product with squalane on top of it. Clay is one of the most effective ingredients for creating a matte complexion without drying the skin. It is packed with nutrients and will safely pull excess oil from the surface of the face.
Reducing Natural Oil
If you have naturally oily skin, you know your skin texture is just part of your body chemistry and not likely the results of anything you have eaten or put on your face. This means you need an ingredient in your skin care products that will naturally reduce your oil output. Glycolic acid is extremely effective for reducing natural oil production in the skin. Not only that, but it helps clear out blockages as a result of the oils, preventing clogged pores, and pimples.
Outdoor Spaces: Design Beyond Your Home’s Walls
I love summer, when my home seems to “grow” (no pun intended). The sunshine gives me the opportunity to take things outside, and utilize my outdoor living areas. My deck with its wrap around banquet seating, and my dining table under my gaze they just call to me when I’m at home in the summer!Think of all your outdoor spaces as additional rooms.Make a Small Space Feel LargeMany of us don’t have the luxury of a huge outdoor space. But, you can still make the space feel large. A good trick to create this illusion is to keep the colors both inside and out consistent and complementary. From the tones of your brick, to the flowers you plant.Avoid the Decorator Show House EffectWhat do I mean? This is when every room is a completely different look and color scheme. Itstops you abruptly, and spaces just don’t flow together. That doesn’t mean you should shy away from color. It’s okay to introduce a new color in a space, as long as it blends well with existing colors.Size Does Not MatterWhether your outdoor space is a little porch, a courtyard, or rolling acres — again, consistency is key. If you have a large space, try to create different “rooms” throughout your space. For example, you can separate your outdoor space into:Outside sitting areasWater featuresFire pitsThese “rooms” make people want to tour your outdoor home!Bring the Inside, OutsideWho says indoor furnishings have to stay inside? Weather permitting, I’ve used some of my indoor tables and chairs to set up for parties! There’s a lawn care commercial running on television that shows an entire living room set up on the front lawn. When the pizza delivery boy shows up, they ask him to remove his shoes before he enters their front gate! Get creative with the furniture you choose.Don’t Forget LightingJust as it does for indoor spaces, the right light can completely transform your outdoor space! I use lighting for my trees, architecture and sculptures. Tiki torches, even strung Christmas lighting hidden in my ground covers. I even have an outdoor chandelier with candles and clay flower pots as candle holders. Try a low bowl with floating flowers and candles as a table centerpiece. It doesn’t block people’s view and the warm glow makes everyone look fab. Nature’s own twinkling fireflies will also give your space a dreamy look! There is not limit to your outdoor lighting options.