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What Customers Have Said

2008-03-03T09:12:00.002-05:00

Cleveland Broadie - Atlanta (2008-02-15)The Imperial Touch Eucalyptus & Menthol Shave Cream is the best shaving cream I have ever used. It coats my skin really nice and i don`t get that burning feeling after I shave. Real nice guys.

Alton Jarrett - Stone Mountain, GA (2008-01-21)I have been using Imperial Touch for 5 years. But this Oat Protein facial scrub and Aloe Vera cleanser is the best scrub and cleanser I have ever used on me and my customers. Wow, great stuff.

Tamara Kennedy - Atlanta, GA (2007-11-28)I have been in the hair business for 10 years and this Imperial Touch Dandruff Shampoo is the only dandruff shampoo that actually works.

Alex Adefule - Lilburn, GA (2007-11-15)I own Straight Razor Barber Salon and we have been using Imperial Touch products for the last 8 years. It is the best product we use on our customers. The sales rep gives great service too. I really love the product and highly recommend it.

Marina Lehmann - Los Angeles (2007-11-09)My husband is using Imperial Touch Shaving Gel - both him and I are very happy with the results, his skin appears to be so much smoother. Great product! To all the other people: Give it a try, you`ll be impressed!

Marina Lehmann - Los Angeles (2007-11-09)I`m really impressed with this Imperial Touch Dandruff Shampoo. I gave to a son of a friend who suffered from dandruff for quite some time. I haven`t noticed any dandruff and his hair always smells good! We`re all happy with the results.

Marina Lehmann - Los Angeles (2007-10-07)What a great product! I style my hair quite often and before I tried Dr. FeelGood Hair Polish I used to have dry and heat-damaged hair. I love Dr. FeelGood Hair Polish - it leaves my hair soft and healthy. Great Product - I`m really impressed!

Daniel Voltaire - Jonesboro, GA (2007-02-03)I have thick hair and it is difficult to find a conditioner that really leaves my hair moisturized and silky. I used the Dr. FeelGood Moisturizing Conditioner and was really pleased how it left my hair, silky.

Marvin Williams - Kingston, Jamaica (2007-01-12)Imperial Touch was given to me by a friend. I was let down by so many products for razor bumps. I tried it, and I liked it.
Tony W. - College Park, GA (2006-04-25)Dr. FeelGood Hair Polish not only does it make my hair feel & look great, the ladies can`t seem to get enough of the fragrance. They are constantly turned on by it.

Linda Skow - Long Beach, CA (2006-03-15)Imperial Touch Razor Bump Solution. Great Stuff!

Jeff Brown - New Orleans, LA (2006-02-27)Imperial Touch is awesome its has cleared my skin. It is a great confidence booster. I love it!!!!

Matt Skow - Long Beach, CA (2006-02-18)I tried EVERY PRODUCT under the sun and nothing worked. That was until a family member bought me Imperial Touch Razor Bumps Solution. Simply put, this stuff Works.

Mario Sotomayor - San Bruno, CA (2006-02-03)This is the best product I have ever purchased. I suffered from serious razor bumps on the back of the neck. This product actually has helped me clear up the skin back there.

Get valuable advice on razor bumps, razor burns, ingrown hairs, shaving techniques, acne.... Visit our Expert Advice section for advice on issues that matter to you!

Imperial Touch Aloe Vera Facial Cleanser

2008-01-21T13:24:00.000-05:00

Imperial Touch Facial Cleanser is specially formulated to remove unwanted oil and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. This high quality Aloe Vera facial cleanser provides optimum cleaning leaving skin feeling and looking fresh, moist, revitalized.

Cleaning Face Properly

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Imperial Touch Oat Protein Facial Scrub

2008-01-21T13:17:00.000-05:00

Imperial Touch Oat Protein Facial Scrub energizes dull, tired, lifeless skin with deep cleansing action of oat protein and grapeseed oil. The extra gentle exfoliating action of oat protein draws out impurities, unclogs pores and removes dry, dead cells from the surface of your skin.

Grapeseed oil is a powerful anti-cellulite that fight visible signs of aging while gently buffing away debris replenishing lost moisture. Imperial Touch Oat Protein Facial Scrub leaves your skin smooth, beaming a youthful exuberance. A great treatment for acne, razor bumps and other skin conditions, including eczema.

Cleaning Face Properly

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Imperial Touch Eucalyptus & Menthol Shave Cream

2008-01-21T13:03:00.000-05:00

Imperial Touch Shave Cream transforms the daily routine of shaving into an event that none would choose to miss. This rich, luxurious shaving cream will make your shave less irritating and your skin baby smooth. Nourishing lanolin and vitamin E, protects the skin from irritation; preventing dryness and allowing your razor to glide over skin easily. For normal to sensitive skin. Can be used with shaving brush or with fingers. The soothing effects of Menthol calms the skin while keeping it cool.

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Success Stories

2007-11-17T08:48:00.000-05:00

We are always happy to hear from our loyal customers how they like our products and how they changed their lives.

Has your skin condition improved significantly just by using our great products? How did it change you? We want to know which products you used and how did it affect you! Your story will inspire and convince others, that they don't have to deal with skin issues!

To share your success story with any products Amanady.com develops, please visit our web site and submit your story and "Before & After" photos. With your permission, your story will be featured on our web site - you'll be an inspiration to the entire Amanady.com community!

Why should I submit a success story?
Be an inspiration to others! There are so many people out there who believe nothing works. Give them hope and show them how you were able to turn around your life and what great results can be achieved. We'll make up for your time and effort, too - Every success story with "Before & After" pictures will be rewarded with a 25% discount on all Amanady brands: Imperial Touch, Dr. Klipp, and Dr. FeelGood products. You will receive a code to use on your checkout once your success story has been submitted by you.

What should I write about?
We at Amanady are looking for short articles by Amanady customers who have tried our products and experienced a significant change. Did your skin improve significantly? Were you able to get rid of razor bumps and burns? Tell us your results you and others have seen - and be an inspiration to others! Describe your success story to share with others so they may benefit from your experience.

I'd like to submit my success story but I'm not very good with computers - what should I do?
Even though our web page "Success Stories" is easy to use you can always submit your success stories and images by mail. Simply send us a letter with photos and your story to the following addresss:

Amanady Solution Stories
P.O. Box 450685
Atlanta, GA 31145

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Get valuable advice on razor bumps, razor burns, ingrown hairs, shaving techniques, acne.... Visit our Expert Advice section for advice on issues that matter to you!

Work to live - or live to work?

2007-11-02T11:20:00.000-05:00

Did you know that Work-Life balance cuts stress-related health costs annually ($344 billion)? Work-Life balance prevents costly errors and mistakes. And maybe more important: The right Work-Life balance gets your life back. Also, you have probably heard of "Burnout Syndrome". Like preventive care, work-life balance isn't on the radar until it is too late and things are unbalanced. Stress and burnout are running wild, and along with them health and retention bills - so why wait?

Many Americans these days work not 40 or 45 hours a week - but up to 50-60 hours. More time at work means less time with your family and friends - and less time for yourself. Constant stress will not only have a negative effect on your social life, but also on your health and mental stability. Eventually, you may ask yourself "Do I work to live - or do I live to work?".

For that very reason, we advise you to setting boundaries & stick to them! Here some tips:

Healthy diet, enough physical exercise & plenty of sleep
Do not take on responsibilities that are not your own. If it is somebody else's responsibility to get something done, let him/her do it.
If you have a contract to work 40 hours a week, then work 40 hours a week - and not a minute longer. Your private life is at least as important. Have fun with family & friends, take time for yourself - and enjoy your life!

Dandruff – Causes & Solution

2007-08-27T14:18:00.000-05:00

Everybody knows what dandruff is – either by having experienced it themselves or seeing it on other people. But what exactly is dandruff – and more important, how can you get rid of it?

Dandruff (Pityriasis capitis), also called scurf, occurs due to excessive shedding of dead scalp skin cells. As a matter of fact, it is totally normal for skin cells to die and to flake off. However, many people experience an unusually large amount of flaking, either chronically or as a result of certain triggers.

Dandruff can also be a symptom of other diseases such as a fungal infection, head lice, psoriasis, or seborrhoeic dermatitis. While dandruff is not dangerous, it might be associated with other skin irritations, and dandruff can cause social or self-esteem problems.

You can get rid of dandruff easily with certain shampoos and other treatments that will control and prevent dandruff. Imperial Touch Medicated Dandruff Shampoo, for example, is especially designed to fight flaky scalp build-up and greasiness, while relieving itching associated with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Another treatment, Imperial Touch Medicated Scalp Treatment, will also help to fight dandruff and other skin irritations on the scalp. Both products can be purchased on www.Amanady.com

To ask the Expert, click here. To read on other advice click here.

Headache – Something to worry about?

2007-08-20T12:39:00.000-05:00

Do constant headaches bother you at work and at home? You may wonder whether your headaches are due to stress (both work-related and due to personal stress at home) or if it might be something else – something more serious than just plain headaches.

There are two primary types of headaches: primary and secondary headaches. Primary headaches (e.g. migraine, tension or cluster headaches) are not associated with other diseases. Secondary headaches, however, are caused by associated disease and the associated disease may be minor or serious and even life threatening.

It may be hard to distinguish between primary and secondary headaches, especially because the symptoms of primary headaches and secondary headaches can overlap. Here a few hints when a doctor should be consulted:

You should see a doctor if the headache …

Is severe (the “worst ever”)
Different than the usual headaches
Associated with persistent nausea and vomiting
Associated with stiff neck, fever, dizziness, blurred vision, weakness, drowsiness or confusion
Disabling & interfering with work and the quality of life

Those symptoms are not complete so in order to make sure you are not suffering from any serious disease you should consult your doctor if your headache is different than the others you have experienced before.

Get well soon!

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Must-have Skin Care Products for Men

2007-08-14T13:50:00.000-05:00

You might think that skin care and skin care products are for women only – Wrong! Nowadays, more and more men realize they can look better and more youthful with having the right set of skin care products.

If you a First-Timer, you should need to know that the best thing that you can do to your skin is to clean it, keep it clean and to always moisturize. You might be overwhelmed with the numerous skin care products you find on the market today: Anti-wrinkle, anti pimple, anti-aging, bleaching, sunscreen, facial scrubs, cleansers, toners, creams, lotions, gels, and more!

Before you make a decision with what products you want to use, you need to know what kind of skin type you have. Most of the time, skin can either be dry, oily, normal, sensitive, or a combination. There are different products for different skin types. In any case, here are some basic skin care products every man should have:

Razor Bumps & Ingrown Hairs: Razor bumps and ingrown hairs are pesky problems that effect most men. To eliminate and keep away this problem, always use a post-shaving product that contains beta hydroxy acid: Acetylsalicylic acid, (Imperial Touch Razor Bump Solution)

Facial Cleanser: Choose a facial cleaning product for your specific skin type; dry, oily, combination or normal (Imperial Touch Facial Cleanser)

Facial Exfoliator: Gently scrub off all dead skin cells, allowing maximum skin moisturizing (Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub). Exfoliating also helps smooth any rough areas of the skin.

Toner/Astringent: A good anti-acne astringent with Salicylic Acid (Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic) will help tighten skin and remove any remaining dirt or cleanser residue.

Moisturizer: Moisturizers keep skin from getting dry. If you have oily skin, you do not have to moisturize everyday. Instead try to moisturize three times a week.

To Ask The Expert a question click here. To read on other advice click here.

How much exercise is good for you?

2007-08-08T23:44:00.000-05:00

Exercise is not only good for your health; it also improves you feeling great and balanced. In today’s society we get do not get as much exercise as we should. We can do most of our daily tasks and activities without moving too much, therefore it is important that you find another way to get your daily exercise.

Exercising will help you look better, too. People who exercise on a regular basis look more toned and healthy than those who don’t. Of course, you shouldn’t get overboard: Too much exercise can actually be counter-productive and even harmful. Doing just a little bit of exercise every day, let’s say 30 – 60 minutes, will add up over time.

So what kind of exercise is right for you? That’s up to you. If you like aerobics and working out with other people together, why not join a class at your local health club or gym. Or if you are the kind of person that likes to have fun while exercising, why not choose a sport like tennis, soccer, or baseball, where you can move and enjoy yourself at the same time? With so many possibilities to stay active, fit and healthy there is no more excuse for not exercising.

To Ask The Expert a question click here. To read on other advice click here.

Stay Healthy In Summer

2007-07-30T12:50:00.000-05:00

Summer’s here – and just like many people you might also like to spend time outside in the summer sun. But did you know that overexposure to the sun can damage your skin and even lead to skin cancer, heat strokes and cramps? Sure, tanned skin looks beautiful, but always make sure to putting your health first.

Amanady.com has collected a couple of useful tips and advice on how to both stay healthy and enjoy the summer.

- Drink frequently and always make sure you have a bottle of water with you.
- Wear sunscreen that has an SPF of 15 or more.
- Wear protective clothing, like long-sleeved shirts, and a wide-brimmed hat in order to keep your head and face cool.
- Stay in the shade as much as possible.
- Avoid the sun between 10am and 2pm.

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Do You Really Need Vitamins?

2007-07-23T01:59:00.001-05:00

Vitamins are essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and for normal growth and development. If your body does not get enough of the vitamin in its food, or if you pursue a rather unhealthy lifestyle (e.g. smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, etc.) you may become sick. People who eat a varied diet are unlikely to develop a severe vitamin deficiency. It is also important to know that the human body does not store most vitamins. Thus, you should consume vitamins regularly to remain healthy and avoid vitamin deficiency.

There are 13 vitamins your body needs, with each vitamin having a specific job. Harvard School of Public Health has identified the most important vitamins for your body, what they do, and their optimal intakes. If you feel that you may not get all of the important vitamins, dietary supplements could help preventing vitamin deficiency. The Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research has collected some tips if you decide to take a vitamin or mineral supplement.

To Ask The Expert a question click here. To read on other advice click here.

Is Hair Loss Stress Related?

2007-07-16T06:15:00.000-05:00

It is normal, that people lose up to 100 hairs a day. However, other people become bald in early life, and there are a number of reasons for losing a lot of hair early: Genetics, Medication, Diet, Injury – Even Stress!
That’s correct – your hair has a telling whether your body is in balance or not. If you are healthy, for example, your hair is more likely to be radiant and shiny, than if you are constantly stressed or living an unhealthy lifestyle. Unfortunately, in today’s busy world, stress can be found everywhere: Family, Work, and Money, just to name a few of the major reasons people are stressed.
Of course, the best way to overcome stress is to identify the cause, and remove it. Amanady.com prepared some techniques for you to cope with stress:

1. Have Fun
Try to look at stress in a positive way. Go out with your family or friends (that is, only if they are not the cause of your stress, of course!) Cheer yourself up – you will notice how many problems diminish in size.

2. More Physical Activity
More physical activities will not only help getting rid of those few extra pounds – you will feel more relaxed after having worked off all that stress.

3. Simply Relax
Relaxation is a really great way to fight stress. It does not have to be that expensive spa treatment, try to find at least 20 minutes each day that you can have entirely for yourself – Don’t let anybody disturb you. Remember: Those 20 minutes a day are completely yours!

4. Get more Sleep
Sounds simple? True, but the average American sleeps less than 6.7 hours. You should get at least 8 hours of sleep. Try it – you will notice a big difference the way you cope with stress!
To Ask The Expert a question click here. To read on other advice click here.

Shaving Do's and Don'ts

2007-07-09T08:23:00.000-05:00

Shaving is, of course, a personal choice. However, if you decide to
shave you need to observe some tips that will make shaving easier and
more comfortable. Therefore, Amanady.com would like to present you
with a couple of helpful tips on shaving and Shaving Do's and Don'ts.

1. Avoid shaving your face the very first thing in the morning – Let
your skin wake up first! Then, use a facial scrub, like our Imperial
Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub or facial cleanser, like Imperial Touch Facial Cleanser to eradicate dead skin sells and open up your face's pores.
This should be one of the best preparations for a comfortable, easy shave.

2. Stubble should be wetted, preferably with warm water before you shave. Then, gently massage your shaving cream or gel into stubble. A vitamin and Aloe Vera based shave cream or gel will provide a close soothing shave and protect against razor rashes and burns. For best results, use our Imperial Touch Medicated Shaving Gel.
Imperial Touch Medicated Shave Gel reduces friction, minimizes nicks, cuts and scrapes, permitting a smooth, close, comfortable shave.

3. Always use a sharp blade. Using a dull blade usually results in shaving cuts, rashes and razor burns.

4. Even if you are in a hurry, take your time! Rinse your blade often in warm or hot water, and use slow, short strokes.

5. Shave with the grain. Shaving against the grain will likely cause redness, rashes, razor burns and ingrown hair. And, yes, they are painful!

6. After shaving, you should apply moisturizer to soothe your face. Avoid moisturizers with menthol or alcohol – even though they may feel good on your skin after shaving, they can be irritating to the skin.

Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub

2007-06-29T07:45:00.000-05:00

COMING SOON:
Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub energizes dull, tired, lifeless skin. The extra gentle exfoliating action of oat protein draws out impurities, unclog pores, and removes dead skin cells from the surface of your skin. Enriched grapeseed oil is a powerfull anti-cellutite that fights visible signs of aging while gently buffing away debris; replenishing lost moisture. Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub leaves skin feeling cleaner, smoother, and radiantly healthy. Helps the control of blemishes and excess oil. A great treatment for acne, razor bumps and other skin conditions, including eczema. Good for everyday use.

Directions:
Moisten face and neck with warm water. Apply dime size amount onto wet skin. Gently massage Stimulating Facial Scrub in circular motion into skin. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry. Click here to go Imperial Touch Skin Care.

Imperial Touch Medicated Dandruff Shampoo

2007-06-27T13:43:00.001-05:00

Imperial Touch Dandruff Shampoo invigorates the scalp and refreshes the hair. This extra mild formulation soothes the scalp and helps eliminate dandruff, scalp dermatitis and mild psoriasis. It is a dandruff shampoo you can make as your regular shampoo. Imperial Touch Dandruff Shampoo allows you to gain control over itching, flaking, scaling, and redness while helping prevent the re-occurrence of symptoms.

Leaves hair smooth, manageable, clean, and flake-free. Give yourself a refreshing scalp treatment and shampoo in one! Gently massage onto wet scalp. Leave the lather on for 2-3 minutes. Rinse thoroughly in tepid water. For best results, apply at least every other day. Controls Flaking, Scaling , and itching. For more informative advice on dandruff, click here. Order Now & Save 28%

Woman Who Suffers From Ingrown Hairs

2007-05-09T16:45:00.000-05:00

Here is an Ask The Expert Question:

I am a woman of color who suffers from ingrown hairs on the chin and under neck areas of my face as a result I tend to tweeze a lot and I get a lot of dark marks so what could i do to alleviate this problem.

Answer:
Read the following carefully and consider changing your hair removal method. You must address the cause of the bumping before you can successfully lighten the discoloration. Apply the Imperial Touch Bump Solution to the affected area once or twice a day after cleansing. Rub in well and allow it to dry. Then, follow with a 1% cortisone cream. This should slow down the bumping up process. You will also need a good skin brightener to slow down the over production of melanin in those areas and a full spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen that you wear on a daily basis to protect your skin tone.

Change your hair removal method. Tweezing and waxing trap recently removed hairs deep below the skin line, setting them up to become trapped again and again as they re-grow. Trapped ingrowns cause prolonged inflammation, bumps covered with dead skin cells, soreness, itching and a darkening if the inflamed bumps and surrounding skin. Tweezed areas become "hot spots" of chronic problems.

One method is to shave with a new single-edge blade in the direction of hair growth. Do not repeatedly go over the same area in a back and forth motion in an effort to get a closer shave. If the preferred shaving method involves an electric razor, try a traditional barber’s trimmer, called a T-edger or liner, which gives a closer, more precise shave that larger clippers. Avoid rotary shavers that cut beard hair at different angles, seriously compounding the problem. The skin should never be stretched to obtain a closer shave. When the skin bounces back, newly shaved hair will be situated, and later trapped, below the skin line. The same principal applies to twin, triple and five-blade razors; the first blade stretches the skin, while the second (third, fourth and fifth) blade shave way too close.

Depilatory creams and shaving powders should be discouraged since they cause chemical irritation that can lead to dark hyperpigmentation of the lower face and neck, sometimes called "shadowing".

Blend Method Electrolysis: Those with chronic "trouble spots" (often on the neck, chin or cheeks, usually where tweezing was performed repeatedly) might want to explore the "blend method" of electrolysis for their problem areas. The electrologist should be skilled and experienced in the treatment of black, bump-prone clients with curved, often scarred, hair follicles. The curved follicle, healing process, risk of scarring and hyperpigmentation, as well as inflammatory reaction to the temporary "trauma" of electrolysis can differ radically from other races.

Laser hair removal has become increasingly popular in recent years to gradually and permanently reduce hair on the face and body. It is important that candidates do their homework to steer clear of the risks related to lasers, especially scarring and pigmentation on darker skin tones. Unfortunately, lasers can't "see" gray, white or blond hair.

Laser practitioners should:
(a) Use the most appropriate laser (Cool Glide) for your ethnic skin type

(b) Be very well-trained in the use of that laser

(c) Disclose what that laser can and cannot do for you

(d) Be very experienced working with your ethnic skin type

(e) Be well-versed in pre-laser pain management, the importance of inflammation reduction, melanin suppression (to control discoloration), sun protection/avoidance, and be able to treat your post-laser skin.

© 2007 Kathryn Leverette, Urban Skin Solutions, Oakland, California

What Is A Blackhead?

2007-04-16T22:32:00.000-05:00

A blackhead or comedone is caused by excess oil that mixes with dead skin cells forming a thick, sticky substance. A blackhead or an open comedone looks like a large, dark pore. The black in a blackhead isn't dirt. It's dried oil and the skin cells that gather in the opening of hair follicles.

A whitehead or closed comedone, has skin growing over its opening and looks like a small, hard white bump. You can often get blackheads and whiteheads from using oil-based makeup and hair-care products. A lot of sweating and humidity also causes them.

Treatments:

Products with salicylic acid work well; Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic and Imperial Touch Razor Bump Solution. Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). BHAs, in addition to exfoliating the top layer of skin, brighten dull skin and clean out clogged pores by getting into the oil glands and breaking down dead skin cells to target blackheads.

Facials is another way to treat blackheads. A facial cleans, exfoliates and nourishes the skin.

What NOT to Do:

Self-extracting. One false move, and you could end up with an infected cyst. If you're desperate and feel you have to take matters into your own hands, do it after a hot shower, when pores are soft and dilated. Apply gentle, even pressure around the pore using a comedone extractor - available at drugstores. But extractions are only a quick fix.

Over-scrubbing your skin. Dirt doesn't cause blackheads. So don't overdo it by washing your face too often. This can irritate and dry out your skin, which could cause more acne to develop

Dull, Dry, Brittle Hair Remedy

2007-04-16T16:30:00.000-05:00

There are some of us who fail in the basics of hair care. Thus ending up with dull, dry, brittle hair. In order to have sleek, shiny , beautiful hair you must be quite dedicated.
A shiny head of hair means that the scales of the cuticle, the protective covering of each hair strand, are smooth and flat against the hair shaft. Intact cuticle cells are flat,smooth and glossy. Shine is created when light is reflected across the cuticles. A smooth hair cuticle looks like a roof with all the shingles lying flat, however day-to-day styling, heat processing, and coloring cause those shingles to lift.
The best reflection occurs when the cuticles have a healthy coating of sebum, which is natural hair oil. Dull hair that doesn’t shine is usually lacking in the necessary moisture to reflect light. Hair that is deficient in moisture and natural oils will absorb the light rather than reflect it. Sebum can be damaged or completely striped from the hair due to a wide range of internal and external
factors including hormonal imbalances, harsh shampoo formulas, chemical processing, improper use of hot styling tools, weather and the environment.
A hidden shine stealer can also be located in your faucet. Mineral loaded hard water can build up on the unsuspecting cuticles. Hard water is a fact in 85% of American homes according to the U.S. Geological Survey. If you have tried everything to increase your shine with limited results, consider that your water may be causing your lifeless hair. When in doubt try using bottled water
for a few days for your final rinse. Let the results speak for themselves.
You should notice an improvement to your hair by following these basics of hair care tips:
1. Shampoo as often as necessary according to your hair type. Use a moisture enhancing shampoo that strives to maintain your hair’s natural oil mantle; Dr. FeelGood Silk Protein Shampoo.
2. Condition often. Do it every time you shampoo. Choose nutrient-rich conditioner which moisturizes and fill in tiny cracks in the hair shaft; Dr. FeelGood Conditioner .
3. Gently pat hair dry, never pull or rub with coarse towels. Wet hair is fragile, and any friction will rough up the cuticle.
4. Get glossy. Make sure that your shine serum is water soluble--look for cyclomethicone on the label; Dr. FeelGood Hair Polish. Glossiers help restore shine and balance hair.
If done regularly these hair care tips will help condition, moisten the hair along with providing a remarkable shine.

How To Prevent Razor Bumps

2007-03-08T00:45:00.000-05:00

Description:
Razor bumps, also known as PFB (Pseudofolliculitis barbae) refers to a persistent inflammation caused by shaving. Razor bumps are small, irritated bumps on the skin that develop after shaving when strands of hair curl back on themselves and grow into the skin.

Prevention & Treatment:
To reduce your chance of suffering from razor bumps you may want to take a look at the following steps to prevent razor bumps: - Ensure to get your hair very wet before shaving - Really work the shaving cream into your skin or scalp for at least 2 minutes and save areas that tend to develop razor bumps for last, so that the shaving cream has longer to soften the hair.

Shave with the grain, not against it - Replace your blade regularly - Don't stretch out your skin while shaving - Use moisturizer after shaving. More Shaving Techniques.

Do you have dry, itchy, flaky scalp?

2007-02-14T20:03:00.000-05:00

Definition:
Dandruff is an itchy, annoying persistent skin disorder of the scalp. Dandruff is the common name for a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. It is a harmless scalp condition in which the shedding of dead skin cells occurs at an unusually fast rate.

Signs and Symptons:
Common signs and symptoms of dandruff include an unmistakable white, oily looking flakes of dead skin that dot your hair and shoulders and an itchy, scaling scalping scalp. Your scalp can be either excessively dry or oily. Seborrheic dermatitis is a disease that causes flaking of the skin. It usually affects the scalp. In adolescents and adults, it is commonly called "dandruff." In babies, it is known as "cradle cap." It may strike the eyebrow and hairline areas, the sides of the nose, the ears, and the central chest. Seborrheic dermatitis usually causes the skin to look a little greasy and scaly or flaky.

Cause:
The exact cause isn't known. Today most skin specialists agree that dandruff is associated with a tiny fungus called pityrosporum ovale, or P.ovale. This fungus lives on our bodies and scalp all the time, usually without causing a problem. However for some people it can get out of control, leading to dandruff. The skin normally renews itself by shedding every tweny-four days, allowing new, healthy cells to emerge. However, sometimes the process accelerates, causing more cells to shed faster as flakes. For reasons that are as yet unclear, the fungus grows out of control, causing irritation that actually speeds up cell turnover on the scalp. As a result, the normal process of cell turnover, which usually takes a month, may take less than two weeks. When out-of-control the fungus irritates the scalp. Many dead cells are shed at the same time. When they mix with the oil from the hair follicles, they tend to form greasy clumps big enough to be clearly visible to the naked eye.

Treatment/Solution:
Although there is no known cure for dandruff. Dandruff is a chronic condition that can almost always be controlled. In general, mild cases can often be helped by daily cleansing with a shampoo that reduce oiliness and cell buildup. Use an antidandruff shampoo with zinc pyrithione, Imperial Touch Medicated Dandruff Shampoo. Zinc Pyrithione contains an antibacterial and antifungal agent which has been shown to slow the creation of new skin cells on the scalp and/or chloroxine to help kill microorganisms, that causes dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Anti-Dandruff products containing salicylic acid. (Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic) Salicylic Acid acts as a "scalp scrub" eliminating scaling. However it may leave your scalp dry, leading to more flaking. Use a conditioner, Dr. FeelGood Moisturizing Conditioner, after shampooing to help counter dryness. Try using shampoo daily until your dandruff is controlled. Then cut back to two or three times a week. Be sure to leave the shampoo on for at least five minutes; this allows the ingredients time to work.

Must Have Skin Care Products

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Many times, perception is taken from a mere glance at one's face. It's an extension of our personality. A well looked after face not only attracts attention, it fosters admiration and confidence in a person. A daily regimen that consists of cleansing, exfoliating, toning and moisturizing is a must. The following is a list of essential skin care products everyone should have:

Facial Cleanser: Choose a facial cleaning product for your specific skin type; dry, oily, combination or normal (Imperial Touch Facial Cleanser)

Facial Exfoliator: Gently scrub off all dead skin cells, allowing maximum skin moisturizing (Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub). Exfoliating also helps smooth any rough areas of the skin.

Toner/Astringent: A good anti-acne astringent with Salicylic Acid (Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic) will help tighten skin and remove any remaining dirt or cleanser residue.

Moisturizer: Moisturizers keep skin from getting dry. If you have oily skin, you do not have to moisturize everyday. Instead try to moisturize three times a week.

How To Properly Wash Your Face

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Learning how to properly wash your face is not just for pre-schoolers. If not done correctly, it can cause great damage to skin. Before getting started - understand you cannot wash away acne or razor bumps with hot water and a rough washcloth. Washing only removes oils from the skin’s surface, not from within the plugged ducts. And scrubbing your face may actually make things worse causing irritation to skin and pores. Wash face with hands, as gently as possible. Be mindful of over washing. Over washing your face will stimulate sebaceous glands to produce more sebum.

Cleaning Face Properly:
Thouroughly Wash Hands - Washing hands reduces the likelihood of spreading bacteria to the face.

Wet Face - Splash warm water to face with hands.

Apply Cleanser/Facial Scrub - Use Imperial Touch Facial Cleanser or Imperial Touch Stimulating Facial Scrub . Follow label instructions. Apply recommended amount of cleanser to face. Using fingertips, gently work cleanser into skin using a circular motion; paying particular attention to hairline and neck (acne zones).

Rinse Well - Splash with warm water until there is no redidue left on skin.

Dry Face - Use a clean towel. Gently blot face. Never rub, as you could irritate skin. After blotting with towel, allow skin to air dry at least 15-30 minutes.

To maximize these skin care benefits, wash face twice a day (morning/night).

Enter Our Monthly Contest

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Enter our monthly contest and 5 Winners will be chosen to receive our new and improved Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic. Brace your skin and scalp with an invigorating antiseptic that revitalizes and balances your skin.

The Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic now with 2% Salicylic Acid. Salicylic Acid is an antiseptic and antibacterial agent taken from wintergreen oil that works as a topical anesthetic to decrease oil build up, itchy scalp and redness. 2% Salicylic Acid is what most over the counter acne products contain. Read more about Dr. FeelGood Skin & Scalp Antiseptic.

To enter for a chance to win, simply click here to enter your information. Winners will be notified at the end of each month via email.

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2006-11-26T17:01:00.000-05:00

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