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Is Your Soap Causing Harm to Your Skin?

Is Your Soap Causing Harm to Your Skin?

When choosing soap, it is important to choose the right soap for your skin type, whether it is an herbal soap, a handmade soap or a commercial soap. Much commercial soap contains lots of chemicals which can be harmful to skin. A natural herbal soap can be a good alternative. This article contains:

• Which type of soap is best suited for oily skin?


• Tips on using soaps so they don't harm the skin


• What are the disadvantages of industrial soaps?

When choosing soap, it is important to choose the right soap for your skin type, whether it is an herbal soap, a handmade soap or a commercial soap. The following list will help you choose the right soap - herbal, natural or commercial - for your needs.

• Dry skin is skin that does not have enough sebum (the skin's natural oil). The best soap for dry skin is a gentle moisturizing soap. People with dry skin should avoid harsh soaps. Good commercial soaps include Olay or Dove, but skin cleansers are a better choice. Natural soaps that contain Aloe Vera, cocoa butter, avocado or vegetable oils are best for dry skin.


• Oily skin has too much sebum. It looks shiny and is prone to acne. It needs to be cleaned regularly. Soap is not as damaging for oily skin as it is for dry skin. An antibacterial soap or special cleansing soap is good for oily skin. Look for soaps (or make them yourself) with the following natural ingredients: lavender, chamomile and thyme or tea tree oil. Commercial anti-acne soaps may be beneficial if you suffer from spots or pimples.


• Combination skin contains a combination of oily skin and dry skin. Do not use soaps that are specially formulated to treat either dry skin or oily skin. It is hard to limit soap to the area that needs attention. Soaps for dry skin will make the oily areas even oilier and soaps for oily skin will make the dry areas drier. Using special cleansers are fine as they can more easily be used on the affected area. Choose commercial soaps and natural soaps for normal skin. Glycerin soap can be a good soap for combination skin. Be careful when using soap on the dry areas of your face.


• Normal skin is not too oily or too dry. Soap should generally be fine for use on normal skin. Do not choose soaps that are specially formulated for dry or oily skin, as they may cause problems. Many commercial soaps and herbal soaps are made for use on normal to oily or dry skin. These products are fine to use.

Soaps to Avoid

It is best to avoid soap altogether if you have a severe skin condition, like psoriasis, dermatitis or eczema. People with dry skin also need to be careful as some soap can be very drying. The following types of soaps may be damaging to the skin on the face and should be avoided.

• Soaps those are granular.


• Soaps with a high pH or acid-content.


• Soaps with lots of chemicals.


• Cheap commercial soaps.


• Soaps that are designed for a different type of skin than the one you have

Herbal Soaps: Are They Effective?

Much commercial soap contains lots of chemicals which can be harmful to skin. A natural herbal soap can be a good alternative. Soaps containing natural products are healthier for your skin and less likely to have any damaging effect. They are also less likely to provide a trigger for common skin complaints. Commercial soaps also remove the glycerin from soap. Glycerin helps the skin keep in moisture, and so soap that has had the glycerin removed is more drying. Natural soaps usually keep the glycerin in.

Natural soaps also make use of aromatherapy and herbal treatments to provide the best treatment for your skin. Herbs can help treatment skin problems and nourish the skin. Aromatherapy can have a positive effect on physical and emotional health.

When choosing a natural soap, check the ingredients. Some soaps may claim to be natural or herbal, but may in fact contain chemicals and harmful ingredients. They might also claim to contain ingredients such as lavender, when they really contain lavender scented oil. Scented oil is not the same thing as the essential oil and will not produce the same effect.

You can also make your own herbal soaps by using a soap base and adding different herbs and oils. The good thing about homemade soaps is you know exactly what ingredients are contained in the soap. Continue to: Tips on Using Soaps that Protect Your Skin

Latest Fashion Trends in Pakistani Boys and Girls

Keeping your personal flair should always be your priority. However, you can always customize the latest fashion trends into your flavor of style.

Once careless, the Pakistani youth of today is keeping up with the worldwide wave of fashion. Incorporate these suggested HOTS into your wardrobe, and be afashion inspiration for others!

The latest Pakistani fashion trends include a comeback of patched Denim. While double-denim may still be a question mark here, the torn and frayed look with your jeans is a definite YES-YES! While the mothers may be fussing about the deplorable condition of your jeans, it's surely in for casual gathering.

CAUTION: Don't over accessorize your jeans because it may easily cross the border from cool to tacky! Skinny-fitting jeans for girls got a hit in 2009, and its here to stay this year too. For boys, cargo shorts with a little extra length are catching fire.

Floral prints might have been a turn-off previously, but they're gaining recognition in both genders. Season collections of designers like Khaadi, Cross Roads, Stoneage, Gul Ahmed, FNKAsia, Ammar Belal, etc. highlighted the use of flowery designs for both girls and guys. While the girls are opting for catchy assembled fabrics of different designs, boys are going crazy over dress shirts in floral patterns. The A-Line shirts are primary preference for girls with loose/skin-fit trousers (in varying lengths).

The handbags were previously women's forte, but the gents are claiming their conquest in that section too. Emphasis on unisex or for-men bags has been a core trendsetter this season. From world-renowned designers to college boys, everyone is focusing on the uses/benefits of carrying a masculine handbag! Don't fret ladies, these guys cannot surpass the epic clutches that are available for you in 2010! For formal occasions the stylish clutches with beads, embroidery or handcrafts are hot! However, you can still flash your metallic handbags, though "over" over-sized bags are not a style statement now.

Gladiator sandals for women caught attention last year, but they're definitely in vogue for 2010. They have evolved into much intricate versions, but the strappy sandals are for casual use ONLY. Simple pumps have lost their luster, but the peep-toes are the goods to choose! Guys are actually opting for the comfy slippers or sandals, while the Spanish shoe-cut is raging for formal events.

Less is good this year! Minimalistic appearance is striking for both girls and boys. While delicate silver-ish jewelry is the preference of girls, the boys are getting rid of those chunky, leathery wrist-bands! Accessories are necessary – but not overrated in 2010.

So, boys, you don't have to squeeze the life out of your styling gel, and girls don't have to prepare a replica of foundation pancake on their faces. Embellish your plus points in an underrated way and receive an unexpected turn of heads!