The skin is a fascinating organ, unmatched in its complexity, yet necessary for all aspects of daily life. Much of the time, the skin functions so well that we only notice it when we are uncomfortable. The skin is our interface or boundary between us and the environment and us and other people. We are always looking for new and better products, practices and solutions to the stress which everyday life places on our skin.



Sensitive Skin Care Tips

Wear a sun block every day... The primary cause of premature aging is exposure to the sun without adequate care and protection.

Don't wash your skin too often... Washing strips oil and moisture. Besides, tap water contains chlorine which causes oxidative damage. Washing your face twice a day is sufficient.

Do not smoke... Smoking can cause the skin to age prematurely, as well as take on an unflattering sallow tone. Nicotine will reverse your anti aging routine quicker than anything else.

Wear sunglasses... This will protect the eyes as well as the delicate skin around them. Take care in checking the products label and make sure they provide UVA and UVB protection.

Warm water over hot... When bathing choose warm water over hot. It is not as drying and is more natural.

Get ample sleep... Most of the body's repair and rejuvenation occurs while you sleep.

Follow a nightly regimen... Apply products 1 hour before bedtime to allow ample time to penetrate the skin.

Exercise regularly... It increases the flow of nutrients and oxygen to the skin, which will give skin a natural, healthy glow.

Choose products carefully... Everyone's skin is different, so try several to see which products work best for you and which produce an anti effect.

Never sleep with makeup... Sleeping with makeup is not natural for your skin. It may also have an adverse effect with your anti aging routine.

Aloe Vera can soothe skin that is red, irritated and blotchy. Apply directly to the skin.

Lotions for Sensitive Skins

Sensitive skin care involves lowering alcohol intake as well as not eating too much of spicy food and consuming less caffeine. If you want avoid sensitive skin every night apply home-made moisturizing cream on your face before retiring for the night and always wear uva/uvb protection. Avoid excessive variations in temperature. Control and manage stress as much as possible.

Facial Cleansing Nectar - is a lotion form of cleanse that offers extra nourishing and conditioning that benefits aging skin. A blend of Organic Sunflower, Safflower and Apricot oils make this cleanse especially softening to the skin. It is good for all skin types and is particularly soothing for sensitive and delicate skin. It is conveniently dispensed in a pump bottle.

Sensitive skin is that which reacts to some skin products and also shows signs of irritation or redness. Everybody has skin that is a bit sensitive and it is common amongst blondes as well as red-haired people as such skin usually reacts to irritants and turns blotchy or develops spots as well as rashes. Sensitive skin does not tan easily and instead only burns and has freckles.

Garden of Eve skin care is a unique skin care system that primarily uses the essential oils of plants for their beneficial botanical ingredients. The oils are distilled from plants that are organically grown or wild crafted. Under Eve's strict quality standards, our products are hand crafted in small batches using herbs and essential oils in their purest form for an organic and natural skin care product. These formulations are equal only to what one would make for oneself if they had the time, inclination and knowledge. We bring the purity of nature to your personal skin care

Aveeno is very good for sensitive skin. Another option is Jojoba Oil or grapeseed oil.