Underarm hair
Underarm Hair (also called axillary hair or armpit hair) is the composition of hair in the underarm area. This hair, as most of the other body hair, normally starts to appear at puberty and growth is usually complete by the end of teen age. The release of pheromones from the axilla at this stage of human development suggests association of armpit hair with sexuality. The positive response to olfactory stimulus in mammals and the consequent intensification of the sex drive caused by release of pheromones offers useful clues as to the purpose and importance of axillary hair in humans. It has been suggested that the hair itself acts with a natural "anti-friction" quality between the upper arm and the thorax. More importantly, armpit hair naturally wicks moisture away from the skin, which aids in keeping the skin dry enough to prevent colonization by odor producing bacteria.
Excessive Sweating
Excessive Sweating
People with excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) sweat profusely, and some sweat almost constantly. Although people with a fever or those exposed to very warm environments sweat, people with excessive sweating tend to sweat even without these circumstances. Excessive sweating may affect the entire surface of the skin, but often it is limited to the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, armpits, or genital area.
Treatments For Excessive Sweating
Excessive sweating can be controlled to some degree with commercial antiperspirants. However, stronger treatment is often needed, especially for the palms, soles, armpits, or genital area. Applying an aluminum chloride solution at night may help—prescription and nonprescription strengths of this drug are available. A person first dries the sweaty area and then applies the solution. If the response is inadequate, a plastic film can be applied over the solution to enhance its effectiveness. In the morning, the person removes the film and washes the area. If the solution irritates the skin, the plastic film should be left off. Some people need two applications daily; this regimen usually gives relief in a week. Then an application once or twice a week is sufficient to maintain relief.
People with excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) sweat profusely, and some sweat almost constantly. Although people with a fever or those exposed to very warm environments sweat, people with excessive sweating tend to sweat even without these circumstances. Excessive sweating may affect the entire surface of the skin, but often it is limited to the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, armpits, or genital area.
Treatments For Excessive Sweating
Excessive sweating can be controlled to some degree with commercial antiperspirants. However, stronger treatment is often needed, especially for the palms, soles, armpits, or genital area. Applying an aluminum chloride solution at night may help—prescription and nonprescription strengths of this drug are available. A person first dries the sweaty area and then applies the solution. If the response is inadequate, a plastic film can be applied over the solution to enhance its effectiveness. In the morning, the person removes the film and washes the area. If the solution irritates the skin, the plastic film should be left off. Some people need two applications daily; this regimen usually gives relief in a week. Then an application once or twice a week is sufficient to maintain relief.
How to Eliminate Body Odor
How to Eliminate Body Odor
1. Be sure to shower or bathe daily if odor is an issue. Use proper body cleansing agents such as soap or shower gel. Wash everything completely. If you live in a desert or other water-starved area, a sponge bath for just the "smelly" areas should suffice.
2. Apply antiperspirant/deodorant daily, after washing.
3. Change your clothes, including undergarments and socks, daily. Wash underwear (but not necessarily bras) after each use, and other clothes at least when they get dirty, sweaty, or when they do not smell clean. Socks and shoes may be changed 2-3 times per day if they get sweaty, and keeping feet dry can reduce odor and irritation.
4. Store your clothes in places where air can get to them and that smell nice. Consider scented paper as lining in your drawers. Hanging garments up may help more than storing them in drawers.
5. Wash your hands frequently.
6. If the body odor doesn't seem to go away, no matter how much you wash, consider probiotics or changing your diet. Don't bother trying to mask the odor; find out what is causing it, and treat it. Also attempt changing your soap, and even consider washing your body by scrubbing well with just water and a clean cloth (as for some individuals, odor seems to be a reaction to cleansers). Water-only washing may or may not work, depending on the cause of the odor, your body, what you're exposed to, and your local water; try it on a day you can risk smelling bad first.
7. Floss daily, preferably twice a day, and brush your teeth at least two times a day. Have professional cleaning at least two times a year. Body odor may also include halitosis, which is often a sign of gingivitis.
1. Be sure to shower or bathe daily if odor is an issue. Use proper body cleansing agents such as soap or shower gel. Wash everything completely. If you live in a desert or other water-starved area, a sponge bath for just the "smelly" areas should suffice.
2. Apply antiperspirant/deodorant daily, after washing.
3. Change your clothes, including undergarments and socks, daily. Wash underwear (but not necessarily bras) after each use, and other clothes at least when they get dirty, sweaty, or when they do not smell clean. Socks and shoes may be changed 2-3 times per day if they get sweaty, and keeping feet dry can reduce odor and irritation.
4. Store your clothes in places where air can get to them and that smell nice. Consider scented paper as lining in your drawers. Hanging garments up may help more than storing them in drawers.
5. Wash your hands frequently.
6. If the body odor doesn't seem to go away, no matter how much you wash, consider probiotics or changing your diet. Don't bother trying to mask the odor; find out what is causing it, and treat it. Also attempt changing your soap, and even consider washing your body by scrubbing well with just water and a clean cloth (as for some individuals, odor seems to be a reaction to cleansers). Water-only washing may or may not work, depending on the cause of the odor, your body, what you're exposed to, and your local water; try it on a day you can risk smelling bad first.
7. Floss daily, preferably twice a day, and brush your teeth at least two times a day. Have professional cleaning at least two times a year. Body odor may also include halitosis, which is often a sign of gingivitis.
A good foundation
Having the right foundation is a must when applying makeup. Not having the right foundation could ruin your entire makeup. There are two things to keep in mind when buying a foundation; your skin tone and skin type.
There are several forms of foundation depending with the function you want. To hide the acne spots and the dark circles, then Emulsion should be used. Cream based foundation is more suitable for those living in places with moderate climate. It is also good for dry skin as they contain enough oil. On the other hand, gel based foundation is better who lives in warm climates as it is lighter and gives more sheen. For all skin types, liquid foundation is one kind that is available. But it is not so effective in hiding the marks. For the natural look appearance but no marks on the skin, then Gel is what you need. For oily skin, Cakes or Sticks are the thing for you. It gives a day matt look and excellent in hiding marks.
Foundations are not harmful for the skin. In fact it is good not only to hide the scars and the marks, but protects the skin against pollutants and dirt as well. It also works as a sunscreen and balance the moisture levels of the skin.
Age Seen in Our Hands
Most of the time we forget to moisturize and protect our hands. There is the old art that you can tell a womans age by the state of her hands. The skin on our hands is subjected to a lot of activity, from work, play and utility, but also it is prone to substantial washes and sanitizing. Its good to remember to moisturize and treat our hands well when they are not busy working. Using a heavy hand cream and encasing our hands in a pair of light gloves while we sleep to give them a boost of moisture.
Wearing sunscreen for our hands is also a great idea especially when we our driving, because we know the sun does a lot of damage! Even during cloudy days, it can cause us to be exposed to harsh rays that can cause our delicate hands skin aging.
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