Whether you are looking for a product that would give you what your skin needs, what you want for your skin or both, there's Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion to help you with what you want and what your skin needs.

Our aging signs are first visible on our skin. There's fine lines on our face and saggy, wrinkly skin all over the body. Is there anything we can do to prevent those aging signs to appear? Realistically, there is no lotion, cream or any beauty product to prevent the onset of skin aging. What these anti-aging products do is:

• prevent the aging signs from becoming worse
• improves skin's elasticity and moisturizes skin
• maintain skin's health if you are using it as a precautionary method

About Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion 

Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion is...well, a body lotion. You use it as with other regular lotion that you are used to applying in your body. What makes Aveeno Firming Body Lotion different from most body lotions is that it is non-greasy and it is easily absorbed by the skin. You know those times when you don't feel like applying lotion on your body because it's too humid or hot outside and that lotion just makes it worse? Well, Aveeno Firming Body Lotion will make you want to apply it no matter what the temperature is outside because it is that lightweight but not lightweight that it can't provide and lock-in moisture on your skin.

Benefits Of Using Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion

Why are you using all these products that you have? Benefits. Benefits that these beauty products promise us. You may or may not believe those things but you give it a try anyway because there's really no harm and you might actually find the perfect product for your skin.

Here's a list of what Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion does:

• locks in moisture the whole day
• light and non-greasy, easily absorbs by the skin
• improves the elasticity of the skin
• makes the skin smoother, softer and firmer
• subtle hint of fragrance
• noticeable improvement after 2 weeks of continuous use

Stop thinking that anti-aging products are just about the face, you can "anti-age" your entire body with Aveeno Positively Ageless Firming Body Lotion.

• Retinol
• Vitamin C
• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA)

If you are aware that you have a dry skin type, then you do need a moisturizing night cream. It is common knowledge that dry skin is more prone to premature aging, so make sure to start using night creams in order to preserve healthy glowing skin. It has been proven that the metabolic activity of the skin is highest at night, which means that you can take advantage of your skin's natural repairing process while you sleep. Isn't it easy?

One of the most recommended night creams in the market today is the Aveeno Active Naturals Positively Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream. It is an amazing firming moisturizer you can use before going to bed. Aveeno Ageless Night Cream hydrates your face and neck while you sleep in order to achieve younger-looking skin. Most women who have been using Aveeno has claimed that they have seen results, improvements as early as the day they have started using it. You will immediately get to see minimized lines and wrinkles as well as younger, healthy and glowing skin. If you have an oily skin type however, Aveeno Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream won't exactly work as well with you since the cream is really thick and contains a multiple amount of moisturizing ingredients that might cause even more oily skin for you. 

Aside from Shea Butter, Fruit Oil Extracts, Vitamin E, Algae Extracts, and Glycerin, one of the main ingredients of Aveeno Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream is Shiitake. Shiitake mushrooms are widely known for herbal and medicinal uses. Aveeno was able to cultivate the beauty-enhancing benefits of Shiitake. Since Shiitake is a natural antioxidant, it helps the skin's natural renewal process and promises healthier, radiant and younger looking skin in as early as 4 weeks.

Steps on how to effectively use Aveeno Naturals Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream:

• Cleanse your face with facial cleanser using warm water
• Gently pat your face dry and apply your brand of toner
• Take a dime size amount of the Aveeno Ageless Night Cream and gently massage it on your face and neck until you feel it completely being absorbed by your skin

You may also test Aveeno Naturals Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream on your arm to see if you're not going to have any allergic reaction to it. If there's no irritation, you may also use the cream around your eye in order to lessen or prevent fine lines, wrinkles and sagging. Remember, night creams are essential to your skin care routine as your moisturizers and sunblock. I would recommend that you visit a dermatologist regarding your current skin regimen and any lookouts for your specific skin type. Once you get all the details regarding certain ingredients you will be allergic too, check out the nearest cosmetic counters for the Aveeno Ageless Reconditioning Night Cream. The only thing you have to do is apply it and let your skin and Aveeno do the rest.

It was that one afternoon during an out of town trip with some friends when I used Obagi Nu-Derm Foaming Gel since I forgot to pack my essentials, and I was totally surprised how my face felt afterward. Obagi Nu-Derm Foaming Gel is a light, easy lather so I did not expect my face to feel fresh, smooth and clean almost the entire day. After using it for 2 days, I made a mental note to myself to buy myself this "miracle" of a product. I searched online to learn more and find out if there are other Obagi products available and there were quite a few but I decided to stick with the Nu-Derm first since it was what I have already tried.

I have normal to oily skin and Obagi Nu-Derm products cater to all skin types which made me love it even more. I am now an Obagi Nu-Derm products user for a year now and I can feel and see improvements on my skin.

• My face feels clean and fresh, meaning less oiliness
• I have less blackheads and whiteheads
• I don't get pimples as often as before
• My face is smoother and more radiant

It's a good thing that I learned about this before my 30's because with all the anti-aging treatments that I have been reading, prevention is the best anti-aging treatment. And don't worry if you do not have oily skin because like I mentioned earlier, Obagi Nu-Derm has products for both oily and dry skin.

Obagi Nu-Derm Cleanser:

• Obagi Nu-Derm Foaming Gel (for oily skin)
• Obagi Nu-Derm Gentle Cleanser (for dry, sensitive skin)

Obagi Nu-Derm Toner:

• Obagi Nu-Derm Toner

Obagi Nu-Derm Exfoderm:

• Obagi Nu-Derm Exfoderm Forte (for normal, oily skin)
• Obagi Nu-Derm Exfoderm (for dry, sensitive skin)

Obagi Nu-Derm Sun Protection:

• Obagi Nu-Derm Sun Shield SPF 50
• Obagi Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35
• Obagi Nu-Derm Physical UV Block SPF 32
• Obagi Nu-Derm Sunfader SPF 15

I also learned from the Obagi website that this Nu-Derm line they have is actually an anti-aging regimen, which is a double plus for me. I get to have great skin now and at the same time preventing it from damage in the future.

My Mom told me I should start using anti-aging products! I actually didn’t take her seriously, cos I think I'm too young to start and second, there are no visible wrinkles or age spots on my skin. Curiosity got the best of me however, and I decided to do some reading about anti-aging. It's no surprise though that almost every article I have read has the same message: "Prevention is better than cure". 

It’s easier to delay the formation of wrinkles, than trying to get rid of them when they’ve decided to show up on our foreheads and lip area, well that’s unless you’re okay with getting a Botox. Healthy and natural anti-aging regimens, however, are still better. So if we want to look youthful and amazing in our 40s, we should definitely start now. Below are some tips I’ve gathered to ensure both a youthful look, and youthful health.

1. Eat fruits and vegetables and drink 5 to 8 glasses of water a day.
2. Exercise, in order to strengthen your muscles, balance and bone density.
3. Drink vitamins.
4. Use anti wrinkle creams, toners, moisturizers, and especially sun block. Too much sun is the primary cause of skin damage.
5. Get enough sleep.

Now I know you are thinking this is too easy to do, but we got to admit that it's easier said than done. We all know these things but somehow we find ourselves NOT doing them like getting enough sleep, or exercising and eating healthy. Hopefully, after reading this simple anti-aging tips you'll be one step closer to actually doing them religiously.

Taking care of our skin is actually one of the best precaution and the most easy and convenient anti-aging treatment there is. It is way cheaper than going to a dermatologist or beauty doctor to have your face lift or whatever "anti-aging" procedure they offer to give you youthful glow and young-looking skin. The best anti-aging treatment starts with you, at the comforts of your own home, without draining your monthly budget.

If you're not familiar yet, here is the most common skin care routine:

Cleanse - we may not consider or consciously been doing this as an anti-aging treatment but actually it's the first step on the skin care routine and this step is probably the only step that most of us do since washing the face is as automatic as when we brush our teeth in the morning and evening. However, simply washing with water doesn't cut it. We need to use a gentle facial cleanser to get rid of the dirt, dust and oil that our skin face every single day. Choose a facial cleanser that suits your skin type: for oily skin, for dry skin, for sensitive skin.

Exfoliate - exfoliation isn't everyday. The purpose of exfoliating is to get rid of dead, dry skin so exfoliating every day might cause your skin to dry out.

Tone - some dermatologists say you can go without facial toner if you use a really good facial cleanser twice a day or if you have dry skin, but if you have acne-prone or oily skin, a toner is highly recommended. Benefits of a toner:

• help refine pores
• remove excess oil
• remove makeup and dirt residue
• restore skin's pH balance

When choosing a toner, if you have oily skin make sure that it has salicylic acid.

Moisturize - if you have dry skin, you may skip toners, but you cannot skip moisturizing even when you have oily skin. There are also moisturizers that are made for specific skin types so make sure that what you are using is the ideal one for you. Light and non-greasy for oily skin and somewhat rich and moisturizing for dry skin, etc.

Taking care of our skin is as easy as waking up and getting dressed, what's a little difficult is choosing the right product for your skin type. Just remember to read the ingredients and more specifically the skin type that it's made for.

Here are the common ingredients that are present in anti-aging creams:

• Tea extracts - green tea, black tea, or oolong extracts, but green tea extracts are the most commonly used
• Copper peptides
• Hydroxy acids
• Kinetin
• Retinol (Vitamin A)
• Coenzyme Q10

Now, keep in mind that each individual is different and it doesn't mean that when someone close to you says that this certain anti-aging cream did her wonders, that it would also do you good. So you may have to try several anti-aging creams before you find the one that is effective for you. Also, anti-aging creams don't work overnight. You have to be patient to wait for weeks or months, considering that you are religiously applying the cream, before you see results like less visible wrinkles, etc.

Some more points to consider:

• Over-the-counter anti-aging creams may not be as effective as those of prescribed ones.
• Expensive anti-aging creams do not necessarily mean they are effective than the cheaper ones.
• There are some anti-aging creams that may cause you side effects like rashes or skin irritation. Make sure you read and follow the instructions, if you still experience side effects then stop using it.

If you really want to make sure about the anti-aging cream that would be perfect for your skin and you have money to spare, then a trip to the dermatologist would be of help and can recommend of prescribe you a good anti-aging cream.

The Eve Lom Cleanser is one of those products that everybody says the same thing about. The cleansing product is touted as a significant improvement on the science of skin care. The claims involve the combination of 4 aromatic oils that are supposed to synergistically cleanse, decongest and sooth skin. The company provides a muslin cloth, imported from India that it recommends for use in conjunction with this product to "improve circulation, open pores, exfoliate and tone skin. The spec's for the product indicate that it is suitable for all skin types. So what is the truth behind this product?

Judging from the reports of individuals that have tried the product there are several facts that are universal to almost all who try it. First: there is general agreement that the product is not easy to use. Some mention the use of the muslin cloth as a part of the problem, others mention the products packaging and consistency. Secondly there are a number of testers that mentioned the price of the product as being very high for a product of this type. There are discount sites on the internet that have it available for less than the retail price. Finially, all individuals that tried the product report the same result, it works, and very well. The average rating was 4.5 out of 5.

See larger image Eve Lom Cleanser 3.3 fl oz (100 ml) (Misc.)

More Customer Reviews Below

Sweetheart85 on 8/7/2009 9:48:00 AM
Age: 19-24 Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette Eyes: Hazel
I tried the starter pack of this with the moisturiser and face mask. I loved it. My skin felt really clean but not tight or greasy. The cloth is gently exfoliating, which is perfect for my flaky combination skin.
I have never had any irritation with the product, the only down side is a find it a hassle to apply. The pot is a little unhygenic and it would be better if you could squeeze it out a tube, rather than stick your fingers in a pot. I think I paid around £45 for a large pot, which is still going 2 months in.
I think the white packaging looks really clean and classy and I will definately be buying again.

Review

wwc20 on 1/18/2010 7:17:00 PM
Age: 19-24 Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium Hair: Black, Straight Eyes: Brown
i love this cleanser!! I got the travel set as it was half price. The process takes quite a long time but, WOW my face has never been so smooth!!! I have acne prone skin and was using another product, I quit using it just to test if eve lom products are good and its been 2 weeks and i have no break out! Its expensive but i will definitely repurchase!

Customer Review

Can retinol help to restore a youthful glow to your skin?

With so much hype and misinformation associated with the marketing of anti-aging skin care products, it can be difficult to determine what actually works for improving the texture and appearance of aging skin. One skin care ingredient that’s been promoted heavily for skin rejuvenation is retinol. Is there truth behind the widely claimed benefits of usin retinol for skin rejuvenation?

Retinol is a purified form of vitamin A which is thought to stimulate collagen product when applied directly to the skin. It does this by stimulating skin fibroblasts, the cells that produce collagen, and by inhibiting the action of enzymes that promote breakdown of the skin’s collagen support structure.

The limiting factor with many skin care products that advertise that they promote collagen production is that the molecules are unable to penetrate deeply enough to gain access to the dermis where the fibroblasts are located. Hence, they’re unable to stimulate collagen synthesis despite their advertising claims. This where the retinol molecule is different. It has the ability to penetrate the outer layer of the skin, the epidermis, and gain access to the inner dermis where it can stimulate the fibroblasts to produce more collagen.

The ability to gain access to the dermis and stimulate collagen production gives retinol the ability to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles as well as counteract some of the skin damage created by years of sun exposure. Retinol also increases the thickness of the outer skin layer, the epidermis. This results in a skin with a finer, more translucent texture as well as a reduction in skin roughness.

Do studies confirm that retinol works to improve the appearance of aging skin? A study performed on 31 subjects to test the effects of retinol on skin texture and appearance. The individuals had a 0.4% retinol solution applied to one arm and a placebo to the other. Not only did the arm that received the retinol show improvement in skin roughness and texture, but a skin biopsy revealed an increase in the precursors of collagen synthesis, suggesting that collagen production was being stimulated. In addition, retinol has been used by dermatologists and physicians for many years as an anti-aging cream with good results.

It appears that retinol is effective both in improving the texture of the skin as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines. By stimulating collagen production, it may also compensate for some of the solar damage accrued over the years. Although you can buy dilute retinol formulations over the counter, they may not have the same benefit as prescription formulations available from your doctor. Because prescription strict retinol in the form of Retin-A and its derivatives may be too irritating for some people’s skin, it may be prudent to start with a lower strength, non-prescription formulation and advance to the prescription form if results aren’t achieved. Remember to always wear a sunblock when using retinol since it increases sensitivity to the sun.

Wear sunscreen on a daily basis.

You probably already know what an important role the sun plays in promoting skin aging. This is particularly true for the delicate skin tissue around the eyes. One of the best ways to prevent crow’s feet is to invest in a good sunblock that filters out both UVA and UVB rays. It should have an SPF of at least fifteen to give optimal anti-aging protection. To be effective, it needs to be applied in sufficient amounts and worn consistently when you’re out in the sun.

Get a good pair of sunglasses.

When you spend time in the bright sun without sunglasses, you’ll squint without being aware of it. Repetitive squinting is a major factor in promoting formation of crow’s feet. Repetitive movements due to squinting eventually take their toll on the delicate tissue surrounding the eyes particularly when collagen production starts to dwindle with age. Buy a good pair of sunglasses and wear them every time you go out into bright sunlight. Be sure they have a good UV filter to prevent damage to your retina. Make them a standard part of your anti-aging strategy.

Take breaks from your computer monitor.

People rarely think of their computer monitor as contributing to skin aging and crow’s feet. If you stare at a bright monitor all day, your eyes will eventually fatigue and you’ll start to squint. The result is premature formation of undereye wrinkles and crow’s feet. If you work in front of a computer monitor all day, give your eyes frequent breaks.

Ditch the smokes.

Smoking is a major cause of premature skin aging as well as crow’s feet. The smoke from a burning cigarette creates eye irritation which encourages squinting. Plus, smoking reduces oxygenation of the skin tissue as well as vitamin C levels which can impact collagen synthesis. If you observe a smoker, they almost always have evidence of crow’s feet if they’re over the age of thirty. Kick the habit for your lungs as well as your skin.

Anti-aging eye care products can help.

Keep the area around the eyes moisturized with a product that contains vitamin C or glycolic acid. Vitamin C and glycolic acid are both thought to be anti-aging and appear to play a role in boosting collagen synthesis which helps to ward off crow’s feet. Another product proven to prevent fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet is Retin-A. This anti-aging product is available by prescription from your doctor.

Another option

If you’re still not satisfied with the appearance of crow’s feet, you can have the area injected with Botox. This will immobilize the muscles which prevents squinting and can significant reduce the appearance of crow’s feet. These injections are usually done in a dermatologist’s or plastic surgeon’s office and can give instant improvement in the appearance of crow’s feet.

Don’t let crow’s feet ruin your appearance. Incorporate crow’s feet preventative measures into your anti-aging lifestyle and you’ll be rewarded with younger looking skin.

An effective sunscreen

If you could have only one product in your anti-aging skin care program, this should be it. Photo aging from the powerful rays of the sun is the number one cause of skin wrinkling and aging. Simply wearing a sunscreen on a daily basis can offset much of the damage that causes your skin to wrinkle and sag. It's important to use a sunscreen that has an SPF of at least 15 and one that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Learn to apply it correctly and reapply it every two hours or anytime you get wet or sweaty. If you're worried about harmful chemicals in sunscreen, choose one that's PABA and paraben free.

Exfoliating pads

These simple, inexpensive, little pads you buy at your drugstore can do wonders for revitalizing the appearance of skin. Regular exfoliation using facial exfoliating pads helps to remove dead surface skin cells that can cause skin to look dull, dry, and aged. Choose exfoliating pads specifically designed for the face since ones for the body can be too abrasive. To use them, simply dampen the exfoliating pad with warm water and a small amount of moisturizing cream. Wet your face and gently rotate the pad around your face in a circular motion several times. Don't apply too much pressure or you could cause a facial abrasion. Rinse with cold water and admire your fresh, more youthful complexion.

An all natural face moisturizer

Forget the savvy sales messages that try to sell you an overpriced moisturizing cream. One of the cheapest and most effective anti-aging facial moisturizers is glycerin which can be found at your local health food store. Why is glycerin so effective? When you apply it to your skin, it draws moisture from the air to keep your skin soft and well lubricated. To make a simple spray-on moisturizer using glycerin, add one part glycerin to one part distilled water and place into a spray bottle. Shake the bottle to ensure proper mixing. You can also add Vitamins C and E for even more skin care benefits. Spray this mixture on your face several times a day. It's inexpensive, effective, and non-toxic.

Dried herbs and steamed water

A quick way to refresh your skin and make it look younger is to do a steam facial using all natural herbs. Bring a pan of water to a boil. Add herbs of your choice and allow the pan to simmer on low heat for five minutes. After pulling your hair away from your face create a tent out of a towel and lean over the pan allowing the steam to hit your face. Stay in this position for ten minutes. Splash your face with cool water and add moisturizer. Your skin should look rejuvenated.

Anti-aging skin care doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg to be effective. Give these safe, effective, all-natural skin care remedies a try and enjoy younger looking skin.