- Categories: Skin Whitening
- Tags: Body Of Evidence, Cancer Cell, Cell Cancer, Cell Carcinomas, Clothes, Consequences, Deaths, Dermatologist, Dramatic Increase, Malignant Melanomas, Melanoma, One Million, Pigment Melanin, Population, Skin Cancer, Skin Cancers, Skin Lesion, Tanning Salons, Type Of Skin Cancer, Ultraviolet Rays
There are over one million new cases of skin cancer diagnosed every year in the United States, representing about half of all cancers diagnosed in the country. And skin cancer on a dramatic increase. There are twice as many skin cancers in our population today as there were 20 years ago. Given this rate of increase, chances are about 50/50 that you will develop at least one skin cancer lesion if you live to age 70. This is especially true if you are fair-skinned. While skin cancer can occur in people of all races, those with lighter skin have a much higher risk because their skin contains less of the pigment melanin, which helps protect against an overdose of the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays, which can lead to skin cancer over time. The effect is apparently cumulative. A body of evidence also suggests that this also applies if you decide to go the “fake bake” route of the tanning salons.
Thankfully, most skin cancers, about 95 percent, are not life threatening. Skin cancer falls into two broad areas: basal-cell cancer / sqamous-cell cancer, and melanoma. The two most common of these cancers are the basal-cell and sqamous-cell carcinomas. These typically are easily treated, usually with surgery, and rarely lead to death. If neglected, however, over time, these can eventually lead to disfigurement and/or can spread with dire consequences. Only about 5 percent of all skin cancers are malignant melanomas, but these are far more dangerous and account for almost all deaths due to skin cancer. This aggressive form of cancer needs to be addressed immediately. Like most cancers, the risk of malignant melanomas will increase with age. If you feel you have developed any type of skin cancer be sure to see a dermatologist at once.
Most skin cancers, as one might imagine, occur on the face, neck and hands as these are the areas that receive the most exposure to the sun due to the fact that most of us wear clothes. These are also the areas that are most exposed to the view of others. As the usual AMA’s (American Medical Association) approach to skin cancer is knife and needle, this can leave unsightly scars just where you might not want any.
But there are alternatives. Having had a number of non-melanoma skin cancers, I’ve had the opportunity to try both the AMA (have the scars to prove it) as well as several “alternative” approaches. The method of treatment that I’ve settled on is the herb Chaparral. Chaparral is a plant that grows in the deserts of the southwestern U.S. and has been used historically by the indigenous populations of the region for a number of ailments. Today, it can be found in powder form at most health food stores. A small bag is all one needs and only cost a few bucks.
I make a paste by mixing the powder with wheat germ oil (also found at your local health food store) and apply it directly to the lesion. Then I cover it with a Band-Aid. I do this once in the morning (after my shower) and again in the evening for six or seven days- carefully removing the old paste with a Q-tip. The advantages I have found are as follows: No pain. Perhaps a slight tingling at first. As chaparral only targets the cancerous cells, without affecting the surrounding normal tissue, my skin can quickly begin to repair itself naturally after the cancer is gone leaving usually just a “new skin” pink spot for several months. And all this at a fraction of the cost of a surgical procedure.
If this all seems a bit strange to you, please understand that this is nothing new. There are a number of books that have been written that offer other non-evasive, less painful methods of treating basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers as well. I would recommend the book, The Skin Cancer Answer: The Natural Treatment for Basal and Sqamos-Cell Carcinomas and Keratoses. This book is priced right, easy to read and provides you with what many might feel is a better method of treatment. But check around- and see what work best for you, knowing that many others have taken the non-AMA approach. In any event, use a dermatologist to diagnose what type of skin condition you might have, discuss it with him, but know that there may be cost effective, alternatives to the knife and needle.
By: John Woolf
- Categories: Skin Whitening
- Tags: Ablative, Blotchy Skin, Concoctions, Confident Personality, Cosmetic Formulations, Dermatologists, Facial Pigmentation, Freckles, Genetic Basis, Hydroquinone, Laser Therapy, Laser Treatment, Melasma, Profound Effect, Skin Tone, Skin Tones, Skin Whitening Products, Sunscreens, Ultraviolet Rays, World Skin
Skin whitening has become the developing industry in all over the world. Skin whitening has a staple in the vanity industry, because of the inherent appeal of whiter complexion, whiter skin is perceived to project a more radiant and more confident personality. There are many skin whitening solutions available in the market from common, inexpensive home-made concoctions to inexpensive clinical treatments. Skin lightening solutions are designed to even the skin tone and brighten the appearance of uneven or blotchy skin to correct pigmentation problems.
Sunscreen is a product used to protect the skin from ultraviolet rays, to avoid damage or darkening of the skin. Some sunscreens can be used to lighten the skin too. Topical hydroquinone is considered by many dermatologists to be safer, similarly effective and less expensive option than laser or deep peel treatments. Hydroquinone is good for skin but some time it can be harmful for skin also. It can be an unstable ingredient in cosmetic formulations. Laser therapy is also use for skin whitening, both ablative and nonablative laser can have a profound effect on melasma. However the results are not always consistent and problems have been reported. Laser treatment is more likely to result in problems for those with darker skin tones.
Over the past few years, the aesthetics companies and medical professional have been introducing numerous skin whitening innovation, into the consumer market, ranging from high end to niche treatment to budget skin whitening solution, all of which promise to deliver that desirable, lightening result on your skin that you have always wanted. Consumers can consider the following guidelines when they are looking for a skin whitening remedy:
Identify the problem of your face
There are many types of facial pigmentation. The most common types are freckles, age spot, melasma etc. many have genetic basis like sunlight, ageing and hormones also play an important role. By identifying you problem, you will select the product or treatment that is going to rectify it.
Should have knowledge about the skin whitening products
Every skin whitening solution has its own specialty for delivering some miracle on your face. But how do you know that, some of the products are not effective but the company promotes their products in such a way that everyone will attracts towards it. You should do some simple research on the product or talk to dermatologist to see if the skin whitening product is going to be useful for your skin or not.
You should understand that every product/treatment is not for everyone
While purchasing the product you should keep it your mind that every person doesn’t have same skin some have oily skin, dry skin and sensitive skin. You should purchase only that product which is suitable for your skin. Similarly, laser therapy does not work very well for melasma. Laser therapy is effective for pigmentation such as freckles, solar lengitines etc.
Should take advice from medical professional when necessary
In some cases, skin whitening products will not be able to rectify the problems effectively. Instead of hoping one product to another and exposing your skin to further damages, talk to medical professional who will advise you the suitable treatment choice for you.
VLCC healthcare, one of the leading organizations who offer several skin whitening treatment like Blemishes treatment with AHA complex, melanin pigment reduction with Arbutin, Revitalization of skin through biotech derived DNA.
By: JumpHigher
- Categories: Skin Whitening
- Tags: Acne Scars, Blunder, Curbs, Dead Skin Cells, Fairer Skin, Healthy Skin, Licorice, Melanin, Moisturizers, Skin Blemishes, Skin Cell, Skin Complexion, Skincare Products, Spf 15, Tanned Skin, Ultraviolet Rays, Uv Rays, Whitening Care, Whitening Cream, Whitening Products
1. Whitening skincare products can reduce sebum secretion, thus minimizing chances of pigmentation and getting blemishes. Choose those with licorice extracts for long-term prevention against skin darkening.
2. Whitening care helps to prevent the ultraviolet rays from attacking your skin. UV rays cause your skin to age faster and can damage its elasticity. Choose whitening moisturizers with SPF 15 and above.
3. Whitening products contain plenty of Vitamin C and E (which provide moisture to your skin and prevent melanin from forming); and AHAs and BHAs (acids that help to remove dead skin cells).
Right Those Wrongs!
Blunder 1: The ugly acne scars and dark spots on my skin will be highlighted if i have fairer skin complexion. I should skip the whitening process. Truth: Whitening skincare curbs the formation of melanin and promotes skin cell renewal, thus boosting your old acne scars or dark spots to be replaced with new and healthy skin – all the more for people with skin blemishes!
Blunder 2: Applying whitening cream or fluid on my skin will only make it oilier. So i must not use them at all. Truth: Choose whitening cream or fluids that are oil-free or are non-greasy. The shine-control pigments will ensure a long-lasting matte finish, so you can even use the whitening cream as a base for your make-up.
Blunder 3: People born with fair skin do not need whitening skincare. Truth: Whitening care isn’t only about transforming dark tanned skin into fairer skin. People blessed with naturally fair skin also need whitening skincare to nurture and maintain their complexion as well as to prevent blemishes.
Blunder 4: I shall use many whitening products from different brands for faster results. Truth: Stick to a brand and do not flirt with different brands of whitening products at the same time! Most brands have their own range of whitening products that can complement one another very well.
Blunder 5: Fairer skin can be easily achieved through applications of whitening cream. Truth: Effective whitening results will only be achieved if you remain diligent with the whitening skincare process. Use the entire range of whitening products: cleanser, toner, moisturizer, facial mask and make-up foundation.
By: Kok Yong Cheah