Submitted by: Valerie Rosenbaum

All natural skin care products are great. They contain no synthetic chemicals or artificial fragrances, preservatives and dyes.

If your skin is particularly sensitive, there are some naturally occurring compounds that could cause you problems. Actually, they are not naturally occurring in the strictest sense. They are concentrated plant fragrances.

They must be run through a distillation device in order to create the concentrated scent. They have been around for thousands of years. They are referred to as essential oils, because they are said to convey the essence of the plant.

Essential oils may have numerous benefits in aromatherapy, but when applied directly to the skin s surface, they can cause allergic reactions. Some, such as orange oil, are prone to cause redness, itching and even dermatitis.

Orange oil is commonly recommended as one of the all natural skin care products for cleansing. It s great for cleaning kitchen counters and greasy stoves. But, it is really a little too harsh for use on the skin.

Anything that strips the skin s oils can lead to premature aging by causing excessive dryness. Excessive dryness is one of the causes of wrinkles and sagging.

We strip enough oil away just by showering every day according to researchers in Maryland. The chemicals found in regular tap water are very drying. Chlorine, chloramines and bromine are a few examples.

Chlorine and bromine are naturally occurring compounds. But, you wouldn t want to use a skincare product that contained them. This is another example of why we need to know more about a product than the labeling and advertising claims reveal.

Only the label of ingredients is an accurate source of information. But, most people find it difficult to read them.

The ingredients in all natural skin care products when written according to the international nomenclature for cosmetic ingredients look like chemicals or are written in a foreign language. For example, Butyrospermum Parkii is what most of us call Shea butter.

Shea butter is pressed from the nut of the Shea tree. Sometimes referred to as the Tree of Life , the butter is known to have numerous medicinal benefits.

The natural anti-inflammatory activity is good for acne, eczema and psoriasis. It is an effective moisturizer that firms and rejuvenates when applied on a regular basis.

Shea butter is found in many all natural skin care products, but not all companies use the highest grades. It should be cold-pressed, rather than extracted through the use of chemical solvents. Most companies add a fragrance too Shea butter, instead of allowing the naturally occurring fragrance to come through.

The better anti-aging night creams contain the ingredient, because after just a few weeks of use, it improves the skin s smoothness and makes it look more youthful. The best anti-aging night creams combine Shea butter with avocado extract in order to stimulate the production of collagen, one of the proteins responsible for the skin s strength and firmness.

So, you see there is quite a difference among all natural skin care products. It still takes a little research to be sure you are choosing the best ones.

About the Author: Valerie Rosenbaum has spent years searching for the best

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