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Bed Lotion Extreme
A queston for the extreme tanners!!!!?
Ok so I always wondered how these girls are like super bronzed from tanning when thier natural skin color is light like mine. I would tan in the tanning booths all the time!!!! but NEVER get as dark... So I was thinkin they were probably getting spray tanning... So went out and bought an unlimited mystic tan membership from 49 dollars a month and Im already darker than Ive been in a while just after one spray. i dont look orange I actually look brown and golden and I have NO streaks. For you extreme tanners is this what you do? How do you like it? I am tanning 10 min without lotion in a tanning bed right before my mystics and Im going in again today ( I did the first one last night ) and I plan on doing level 2 of the mystic and then Ill keep doing that everyday in a row UNTILL I like the color I am and then Ill go every 5 days to maintain it. Is this the right way to do it? Please only people who tan, since they will know atleast what they're talkin about. Thanx
yes thats what I do...and you also need to buy a good lotion...the one i use has a bronzer and a tingle, its called onyx...very good! after you get the shade that you would like to be just make sure that you maintain it on a reg. basis
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TIGI Bed Head Superstar Lotion 8.5 oz $9.99 TIGI Bed Head Superstar Lotion is a protective thermal blow dry lotion that pumps up the volume. |
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TIGI 942225 Bed Head Superstar Lotion by TIGI for Unisex 8.5 oz Lotion $26.12 TIGI Bed Head Superstar Lotion was created just for blow drying. TIGI Bed Head Superstar Lotion will give hair body and help smooth out dry frizzy hair. Type: Lotion. Size: 8.5 oz. |
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Dr. Denese HydroShield Body Extreme Firming Lotion, 12 oz $37.5 What is it: An ultra-hydrating and firming body lotion that delivers intense moisture to the skin for a smooth, silky, healthy, youthful appearance. Especially targeted for problem areas such as elbows, knees, heels, and feet. Who is it for: Anyone who has dry, dehydrated, rough skin on the body and needs intense hydration and moisture, especially elbows, knees, heels, and feet. Can be used on all skin types. Why is it different: HydroShield Body Extreme Firming Lotion infuses the top layer of the skin with hydration for soft, supple, and younger-looking skin. Taking care of your body is as important of taking care of your face when it comes to tackling the battle of aging. How do I use it: Apply liberally to all areas of the body and allow lotion to absorb. From Dr. Denese. |
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TIGI Bed Head Papayarazzi Body Lotion 8.5-oz $19.99 Brand: TIGICollection: Bed Head Size: 8.5 ouncesBe the center of attention and make heads turn at any red carpet event with TIGI Bed Head Body Papayarazzi Body Lotioneffectively hydrates and moisturizes your skinDue to the personal nature of this product we do not accept returns. |
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White Glove Extreme Gentle Brightening Lotion by Elizabeth Arden $36.99 A mild alcohol-free non-drying lotion Formulated with Emblica C Complex & a Marine Mineral Extract Offers suppling relieving invigorating & brightening benefits Helps eliminate lingering residues of makeup & dull dead surface skin cells Skin appears sleek clarified in an even tone Perfect for sensitive skin Scent: Original |
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Lower Extremity Ulcers of the Legs, Ankles, and Feet
An ulcer is a sore on the skin or a mucous membrane often associated with the disintegration of tissue and the formation of pus. Ulcers can result in the complete loss of the epidermis, the dermis, and in more advanced cases subcutaneous fat. Ulcers that appear in the skin are distinguished by inflamed tissue with an area of reddened skin. Skin ulcers are most often associated with diabetes, but have numerous other causes including exposure to heat or cold, irritation, and problems with blood circulation.
Lower extremity ulcers and amputations are an increasing problem among individuals with diabetes. Data from the 1983-90 National Hospital Discharge Surveys (NHDS) indicate that 6% of hospitalizations listing diabetes on the discharge record also listed a lower extremity ulcer condition. In hospitalizations that listed diabetes, chronic ulcers were present in 2.7% of the patients. The average length of stay for diabetes discharges with ulcer conditions was 59% longer than for diabetes discharges without ulcers. Recent data suggest that foot ulcers precede approximately 85% of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations (LEAs) in individuals with diabetes.
More than half of lower limb amputations in the United States occur in people with diagnosed diabetes. NHDS data also indicate that there were about 54,000 diabetic individuals who underwent nontraumatic LEAs in 1990. Lower extremity amputations are more common in individuals with diabetes than without diabetes.
Several studies have demonstrated the beneficial effect of patient education on reducing LEAs. A randomized trial showed that patient self-care was helpful in preventing serious foot lesions. Several amputation prevention programs have reported striking pre- and post-intervention differences in amputation frequency after instituting comprehensive, multidisciplinary foot care programs. Part of the hospital care and self care program should be the administration of a topical growth factor gel to the wound.
What are the types and symptoms of ulcers? Ulcers may or may not be painful. The patient generally has a swollen leg and may feel burning or itching. There may also be a rash, redness, brown discoloration or dry, scaly skin. The three most common types of leg and foot ulcers are:
- Venous stasis ulcers
- Arterial (ischemic ulcers)
- Neurotrophic (diabetic ulcers)
Ulcers are typically defined by the appearance of the ulcer, the ulcer location, and the way the borders and surrounding skin of the ulcer look as defined below:
1. Venous stasis ulcers
Venous ulcers are located below the knee and are primarily found on the inner part of the leg, just above the ankle. The base of a venous ulcer is usually red and may also be covered with yellow fibrous tissue, or there may be a green or yellow discharge if the ulcer is infected. Fluid drainage can be significant with this type of ulcer.
The borders of a venous ulcer are usually irregularly shaped and the surrounding skin is often discolored and swollen. It may even feel warm or hot. With edema (swelling) the skin may appear shiny and tight. The skin of the lower leg may also have brown or purple discoloration known as "stasis skin changes."
Venous stasis ulcers are common in patients who have a history of leg swelling, long standing varicose veins, or a history of blood clots in either the superficial or the deep veins of the legs. Ulcers may affect one or both legs.
Venous ulcers affect 500,000 to 600,000 people in the United States every year and account for 80 to 90% of all leg ulcers.
2. Arterial (ischemic)
Arterial ulcers are usually located on the feet and often occur on the heels, tips of toes, between the toes where the toes rub against one another or anywhere the bones may protrude and rub against bed sheets, socks or shoes. Arterial ulcers also commonly occur in the nail bed if the toenail cuts into the skin or if the patient has had recent aggressive toe nail trimming or an ingrown toenail removed.
The base of an arterial or ischemic ulcer usually does not bleed. It has a yellow, brown, gray, or blackened color. The borders and surrounding skin usually appear as though they have been punched out. If irritation or infection are present, there may or may not be swelling and redness around the ulcer base. There may also be redness on the entire foot when the leg is dangled; this redness often turns to a pale white/yellow color when the leg is elevated.
Arterial ulcers are usually very painful, especially at night. The patient may instinctively dangle their foot over the side of the bed to relieve the pain. Patients usually have prior knowledge of poor circulation in their legs and may have an accompanying disorder.
3. Neurotrophic (diabetic)
Neurotrophic ulcers are usually located at increased pressure points on the bottom of the feet. However, neurotrophic ulcers related to trauma can occur anywhere on the foot. These types of ulcers occur primarily in people with diabetes although anyone who has impaired sensation of the feet can be affected.
The base of the ulcer is variable, depending on the patient's circulation and may appear pink/red or brown/black. The borders of the ulcer are punched out and the surrounding skin is typically calloused.
Neuropathy and peripheral artery disease are often co-morbid in people who have diabetes. Nerve damage (neuropathy) in the feet often results in a loss of foot sensation and changes in the sweat-producing glands. Thus, a person may not feel the development of foot calluses or cracks, increasing the risk of injury or infection. Symptoms of neuropathy include tingling, numbness, and burning or pain.
What causes leg ulcers? Leg ulcers may be caused by:
- Poor circulation, often caused by arteriosclerosis
- Diabetes
- Venous insufficiency (a failure of the valves in the veins of the leg that causes congestion and slowing of blood circulation in the veins)
- Other disorders of clotting and circulation that may or may not be related to atherosclerosis
- Renal (kidney) failure
- Hypertension (treated or untreated)
- Lymphedema (a buildup of fluid that causes swelling in the legs or feet)
- Inflammatory diseases including vasculitis, lupus, scleroderma or other rheumatological conditions
- Other medical conditions such as high cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, sickle cell anemia, bowel disorders
- History of smoking (either current or past)
- Pressure caused by lying in one position for too long
- Genetics (they may be hereditary)
- A malignancy (tumor or cancerous mass)
- Infections
- Certain medications
How are leg ulcers diagnosed and treated?
First, the patient's medical history is evaluated. A wound specialist will examine the wound thoroughly and may perform tests such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans and noninvasive vascular studies to help develop a treatment plan. The goals of treatment are to relieve pain, speed recovery, and heal the wound. Each patient's treatment plan should be individualized based on the patient's health, medical condition, and ability to care for the wound.
Treatment options for all ulcers may include:
- Antibiotics, if an infection is present
- Anti-platelet or anti-clotting medications to prevent a blood clot
- Topical wound care therapies (including topical growth factors)
- Compression garments
- Prosthetics or orthotics, available to restore or enhance normal lifestyle function
Venous ulcers are treated somewhat differently with compression of the leg to minimize edema or swelling. Compression treatments may include wearing compression stockings, multilayer compression wraps, or wrapping an ACE bandage or dressing from the toes or foot to the area below the knee. The type of compression treatment prescribed is determined by the physician based on the characteristics of the ulcer base and amount of drainage from the ulcer.
The type of dressing prescribed for ulcers is determined by the type of ulcer and the appearance at the base of the ulcer. Types of dressings include:
- Moist to moist dressings
- Hydrogels/hydrocolloids
- Alginate dressings
- Collagen wound dressings
- Debriding agents
- Antimicrobial dressings
- Composite dressings
- Synthetic skin substitutes
- Growth factor ointment
Treatments of arterial ulcer vary, depending on the severity of the arterial disease. Non-invasive vascular tests provide the physician with the diagnostic tools to assess the potential for wound healing. Depending on the patient's condition, the physician may recommend invasive testing, endovascular therapy or bypass surgery to restore circulation to the affected leg. The goals for arterial ulcer treatment include:
- Providing adequate protection of the surface of the skin
- Preventing new ulcers
- Removing contact irritation to the existing ulcer
- Monitoring for signs and symptoms of infection that may involve the soft tissues or bone.
Neurotrophic ulcers are treated are treated by avoiding pressure and weight-bearing on the affected leg until the ulcer has started to heal. Regular debridement (the removal of infected tissue) is usually necessary before a neurotrophic ulcer can heal. Frequently, special shoes or orthotic devices must be worn.
Wound Care at Home
As stated in the aforementioned section, a proper wound care program including home wound care by the patient is critical to the healing process. Patients should be given careful instructions to care for their wounds at home. These instructions include:
- Keeping the wound clean
- Changing the dressing as directed
- Taking prescribed medications as directed
- Applying topical growth factors as directed
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Following a healthy diet, as recommended, including plenty of fruits and vegetables
- Exercising regularly, as directed by a physician
- Wearing appropriate shoes
- Wearing compression wraps, if appropriate, as directed
The treatment of all ulcers begins with careful skin and foot care. Inspection of the feet and skin by the patient is very important, especially for people with diabetes. Detecting and treating foot and skin sores early can help prevent infection and prevent the sore from becoming worse. Here are some guidelines:
- Gently wash the affected area on your leg and your feet every day with mild soap and lukewarm water. Washing helps loosen and remove dead skin and other debris or drainage from the ulcer. Gently and thoroughly dry your skin and feet, including between the toes. Do not rub your skin or area between the toes.
- Every day, examine your legs as well as the tops and bottoms of your feet and the areas between your toes. Look for any blisters, cuts, cracks, scratches or other sores. Also check for redness, increased warmth, ingrown toenails, corns and calluses. Use a mirror to view the leg or foot if necessary, or have a family member look at the area for you.
- Once or twice a day, apply a lanolin-based cream to your legs and soles and top of your feet to prevent dry skin and cracking. Do not apply lotion between your toes or on areas where there is an open sore or cut. If the skin is extremely dry, use the moisturizing cream more often.
- Care for your toenails regularly. Cut your toenails after bathing, when they are soft. Cut toenails straight across and smooth with an emery board.
- Do not self-treat corns, calluses or other foot problems. Go to a podiatrist to treat these conditions.
- Don't wait to treat a minor foot or skin problem. Follow your physcian's guidelines.
- Ask your physician about using a growth factor ointment on the open sore area.
How can ulcers be prevented? Controlling risk factors can help you prevent ulcers from developing or becoming worse. Here are some ways to reduce your risk factors:
- Quit smoking
- Manage your blood pressure
- Control your blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels by making dietary changes and taking medications as prescribed
- Limit your intake of sodium (salt)
- Manage your diabetes and other health conditions, if applicable
- Exercise — start a walking program after speaking with your physcian
- Lose weight if you are overweight
- Ask your physcian about aspirin therapy to prevent blood clots
About the Author
Drs. Al-Qahtani and Maguire are Co-Founders of A & G Skin Solutions, Inc. of Irvine, California, USA www.agskinsolutions.com Both Al-Qahtani and Maguire are NIH-supported research scientists, professors at medical schools, with numerous peer-reviewed publications. Maguire was awarded the NIH's prestigious Fogarty Fellowship for his work in studying the nervous system, and Al-Qahtani has received numerous international awards for his work in immunology and medicine. Both professors have been working on stem cells dating back to 1997. Dr. Maguire is currently President of the San Diego Neuroscience Group at the Scripps Research Institute (http://www.scripps.edu/services/sdneuro/ )
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