Skincare Tips from Proactiv+ 3-Step Clear Skin System

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Our skin is our largest organ that is primarily seen before everything else. We could definitely say that everything else would be at their best if our skin is naturally glowing at its finest and most well-cared for.

But our skin is also the most prone to several kinds of maintenance challenge as the vast area from head to toe is literally a huge responsibility tbat is often neglected or mistreated.

According to a famous beauty blogger Mallorie Owens, our skin is also the most sensitive and easily susceptible to adverse conditions and situations many of which are unpredictable due to irregular climate temperatures, unforeseen pests infestations, pollution such as smoke from vehicles or smokers, from toiletries, skin care, facial washes and cosmetics we use on a daily basis, our medicine intakes, and even from the food we eat thus affecting our skin from the insides.

In order to treat our skin right, here are some free advice from Proactiv dermatologist Dr. Laura Savage on how to take care of your skin.

Dr. Savage studied Medicine at the University of Edinburgh, where she also obtained an honours degree in pathology. She trained as a Dermatologist within the Yorkshire Deanery. This included three-and-a-half years of research investigating the use of biological therapy in psoriatic disease culminating in the award
of a PhD degree.


Tip #1 - Cleanse gently and wisely

While deep cleansing sounds desirable to purify oily blemish-prone skin, over-washing and harsh cleansers can do more damage than good – by stripping away the protective barrier, skin is left dry and vulnerable to bacteria. Avoid using soap too – the high pH of soap will dry the skin and
cause a compensatory surge in oil production, leaving skin in a confused state with an undesirable combination of dry and greasy patches.

Choose a cleanser containing helpful anti-inflammatory ingredients such as salicylic
acid to help soothe inflamed pimples, and gently massage over the entire face and neck for at least 60 seconds (to allow any active ingredients to take effect). Avoid cleaners and toners containing harsh alcohol-based astringents and ingredients such as witch hazel, which typically
cause a sting on application and make the skin appear red. Small flaking patches might indicate you’re over cleansing, so ease back and then gradually increase the frequency of use as your skin adjusts and gets used to the product.


Tip #2 - Make salicylic acid your star ingredient

Salicylic acid is one of the most effective breakout-fighting non-prescription ingredients and is a great choice of exfoliant for those with spot-prone and oily skin. Salicylic acid targets pimples by sloughing away dead skin cells that clog pores and lead to breakouts, and also minimizes pore visibility.

Tip #3 - Moisturize!

A common misconception is that moisturizing is bad for oily skin prone to breakouts. It’s true that many creams and lotions contain ingredients that can block pores and make breakouts worse, so
never put a product designed for your body near your face.

Look for products labelled 'non-comedogenic', which is a fancy way of saying they don’t contain ingredients that block pores and lead to the formation of blackheads and whiteheads. Hydrating
the skin with an oil-free moisturizer will not only counteract the drying effect of many spot treatments, but also loosen the pore-blocking sebum (skin debris and grease) leading to clearer and healthier skin overall.


Tip #4 - Give it time and be optimistic

Sometimes your skin can take a while to adjust to new products or active ingredients.

Direct your attention away from the guide on the bottle and focus only on your skin. If you experience signs of irritation or over-drying, try reducing the application to every other day (or even less often) for a couple of weeks before gradually increasing back to daily.

Remember that it can take 4-6 weeks for breakouts to diminish, so you need to persevere with a new product for at least this long (and ideally a bit longer) before really deciding whether it is doing
the trick and clearing your skin.


Tip #5 - Keep your hands off!

As tempting and satisfying as it is, squeezing a pimple really is the worst thing you can do so keep your hands off! Pressure on an inflamed pimple will push the contents of the grease gland (oil, bacteria and dead skin cells) into the surrounding healthy skin which causes damage and more inflammation.

Squeezing can lead to a temporary darkening of the skin (so called ‘post-inflammatory pigmentation’) that can take weeks, even months to settle, and scarring, which can be permanent and difficult to treat – not cool. If you really find it difficult to resist squeezing, instead try applying
a warm compress (like a clean face cloth) to the pimple for 5 minutes to reduce any swelling and then apply a for example a` salicylic acid-based product.


Tip #6 - Review your make up choices and clean your brushes

It’s a fact that as breakouts worsen, the more make-up we use to try to conceal the problem. For pimple-prone skin, making the right cosmetic choices and regularly cleaning applicators are essential if future breakouts are to be prevented.

Mineral-based make up products are a good option as they contain ingredients such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and silica that mop up excess oil without blocking pores. Also, switch to a concealer that contains a blemish-fighting ingredient such as salicylic acid to not only reduce the visibility of blemishes but also help reduce the size. And just as would be the case if you didn’t
wash your face each day, make-up brushes accumulate a daily layer of pore-clogging product, dirt and bacteria – your skin’s worst enemy.

Aim to cleanse your brushes at least once a week using baby shampoo or a professional brush cleaner to keep them in tip top condition.


Tip #7 - Review your diet

For many years, the jury was out as to whether there was a link between diet and breakouts – the hard evidence was simply lacking. But over the past decade, many dermatologists now agree that hormones in cow’s milk may stimulate oil production and promote breakouts.

Similarly, foods with a high glycemic index can cause a spike in blood sugars, causing a rise in hormone levels and sending grease glands into an oily overdrive.

Try reducing cow’s milk intake to just 1-2 servings per day (or choose an unsweetened alternative like almond milk), and cut out fatty foods high in omega-6 fatty acids and refined sugars (generally
found in all the foods you know are bad for you!) – even if your skin doesn’t dramatically improve, your waistline will!


Tip #8 – Use a good skincare routine like Proactiv+

Proactiv+ 3 Step Clear Skin System has Smart Target technology that delivers acne-fighting formulation directly into the pores. It is formulated to address blemishes help deliver PLUS benefits such as improved visible texture and clarity, brighten and smoothen skin, and diminish the look of dark marks. The 3-step system starts with a Smoothing Exfoliator which removes excess dirt and other impurities. The exfoliator is applied on damp skin and rinsed with warm water after two minutes. The second step is called the Pore Targeting treatment. It stops the acne at the source because it delivers blemish-fighting ingredient directly into the pore. The lotion is applied all over face to allow full absorption. The final process of the Proactiv+ 3 Step Clear Skin System hydrates the skin with the Complexion Perfect Hydrator. The moisturizer will reduce redness, help lighten acne marks and help brighten skin.

Try Proactiv+ today!

Dermatologist skin tips: The importance of sticking with a skin routine to get rid of blemishes.

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Stakeholders Gears to Revive the Maritime Industry

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Various stakeholders of the maritime industry converged in the Manila Yacht Club yesterday to discuss about the problems of the dying seafaring industry. Among those concerns is our dwindling deployment of the Filipino seafarers, EMSA assessment, the country’s inclusion in the IMO whitelist and the Ambulance chasers.

During the meeting Mr. Miguel Angel Rocha, CEO of Cf Sharp Crew Management Inc., voices out their issue with ambulance chasers. According to him, some of their principals would like to come back here and rehire our seafarers however their only concern is that they cannot get fair justice from the trials against their seafarers who are filing cases against them with the encroachment of ambulance chasers.

This statement was agreed upon by the Joint Manning Group (JMG) who cited that that is exactly their principals’ dillema as well.

Meanwhile, PAMTCI President Karen Avila also speaks out in behalf of the training centers, their predicament that a lot of substandard training centers are not compliant with the requirements and are offering low-priced training fees cheaper than the actual cost of training. PAMTCI condemns the strictness against large training training centers that only complies with the requirements which is within the standards of the IMO STCW Convention.

She also took as an example the Basic Training (BT) which originally costs 5,500PHP but some training centers are offering it for only 2, 500PHP. She questions how are those training centers were able to do that. It can only be done when certificates are given even if the trainees are not attending the courses.

Also seconding about the compliance issue were the sector of maritime schools, wherein they pointed out the severity of regulation among major schools and yet no action were taken against the small substandard schools. None of those substandard schools were taken down and MARINA is not doing anything about it.

Each stakeholder in the meeting were suffering with the growing mess in the maritime industry, and they are now determined to do something against this troubles.

On the other hand, United Filipino Seafarers (UFS President) Engr. Nelson Ramirez, who also attended the meeting, was also pleased that finally he is no longer alone in fighting for the betterment of the country’s maritime and seafaring industry.

Ramirez pledges full support for the success of this great endeavor.


http://unitedfilipinoseafarers.ph/stakeholders-gears-revive-maritime-industry/

Running a More Efficient Business

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When a business is run efficiently, you’re likely to see results in the area of performance. It is, therefore, in the interest of entrepreneurs to continuously look for ways to improve the way their organization is run.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to running an efficient business, so you can try a combination of learning from other businesses and adopting your own practices. Keep reading to discover how you can run a more efficient business and hopefully, save yourself time as well as money in the process.


Identify What Doesn’t Work

Before you go fixing things in your business, first identify what isn’t working. As the saying goes, there is no need to fix what isn’t broken, so avoid doing that. Examples of inefficiency to look out for are redundant processes, hard to find information, or overly complicated processes. Remember that the goal of efficiency is to make the most of your time and resources.

Other ways to identify inefficiencies are to take baseline measurements across your organization and use them like a roadmap to your inefficiencies.


Recycle

Being efficient isn’t just about what you do within your office. It can also extend to how your practices affect the world around you. Invest in recycling and make it a part of your office culture.

Not only are customers keener on green businesses nowadays, but it could also give you a sense of fullfilment. Having said that, you can recycle things such as office supplies as well as paper cups. Additionally, if you tend to have robust amounts of plastic or cardboard waste, get baling wire from balingwiredirect.com to bundle up the waste and have it recycled.


Get Employee Feedback

Don’t underestimate the role that employees can play in helping you run a more efficient business. Seeing as they’re doing all of the gritty work to keep your business above water, they are in a good position to understand what is working and what’s not.

Ask them to give honest feedback regarding where they face the most challenges. Also, ask for suggestions regarding how they think the process could be improved. Invest in your Employees. Help them upskill through business analyst certification courses available online.

In terms of how to get employee feedback, you can use the simple format of surveys. Some employees may feel more comfortable if they have the option of leaving anonymous feedback. It also helps when you listen and apply relevant feedback as that will encourage openness when future feedback is requested.

Outsource

When your employees have more work than they can handle, it could have a negative effect on their output. To improve efficiency, outsource non-core activities and give them to freelancers or contractors. This gives employees the time and energy to focus on tasks that are going to help grow your business.

Examples of such activities are human resource management, admin, payroll, and accounting functions. In doing so, you could also end up saving money as you avoid hiring full-time staff that you don’t necessarily need.

Running an efficient business will help you move quicker and also manage what you have. It isn’t something that will be achieved overnight, but with patience and the right approach, you should be well on your way.