1) No wonder here!  The Wonderbar gently cleanses, exfoliates and detoxifies.  It keeps your skin clean and balanced and promotes cell rejuvenation.  It’s a great alternative to harsh topicals and five-step routines!

2) I’ll drink to that!  Hydrate by drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water per day. This will help to keep your skin moist, refreshed and supple, which will help the skin fight off developing wrinkles and blemishes.  Vita- Coco is our favorite way here at WonderbarUSA to get there, boasting the five key electrolytes found in blood, there’s not a more effective or delicious way to stay hydrated!

3) Count your sheep!  Sleep allows the body to restore itself and in turn re-energizes the organs, the largest of which is your skin. By maintaining a regular sleep pattern, you will feel more energized and your skin will retain a healthy, fresh look.

4) Work it out!  Exercise increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the skin cells. When you sweat, your body expels toxins through the skin with ease from the opened pores. Sweating effectively cleans the pores from dirt, dead skin cells and excess sebum.  Plus, you’ll get that healthy glow that looks so young and vibrant!

5) Lock it in!  Moisturize in conjunction with the Wonderbar, and that should do the trick. Most moisturizers are mainly oil and water-based and work to keep our skin’s natural oils from escaping the skin. No matter how much lotion you slather on, it won’t put moisture back into your skin. With the Wonderbar, a plain one is all you need, so skip all of the fancy extra ingredients.  The most basic moisturizer will help you retain the moisture you need to stay looking young.

6) Rock that block!  Protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays. Sunshine and tanning beds are the main reasons for premature aging of the skin. By applying a physical sun block and keeping your face well protected from UV rays, you can help to prevent premature aging.  With the Wonderbar, make sure the active ingredients are Zinc Oxide and/or Titanium Dioxide, as they won’t penetrate your pores like chemical sunscreen will and you’ll get better coverage.

7) Move to the “No Smoking” section permanently! Smoking causes premature aging and yellowing of the skin. The tobacco that is released into the air dries out your skin, while the smoke you inhale constricts the flow of blood to blood vessels, therefore preventing your skin of essential nutrients that your body supplies.  You can do everything else on this list, but if you continue to smoke, your skin will reflect it.

8)  Go the “whole” way!  Whole foods that is… your outside appearance reflects what’s on your inside. Maintain a healthy and balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.  See my post here on how to eat your way to gorgeous skin!

9) Go Fish Oils! Essential Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are known to play a critical role in promoting healthy skin.  They help to regulate cellular function and maintain elasticity and suppleness in the skin.   Take the supplements daily and see an improvement in your skin, nails and hair!

And last, but not least…

10) Kill ‘em with kindness!  Goodness, generosity and kindness all breed contentment. I have a friend whose skin literally shines, along with her eyes and smile.  She would give you the shirt off her back, she oozes love and goodwill and it shows in her face. Contentment shines through your eyes and skin and helps you stay young!

When you’re going to a holiday party now more than the rest of the year we want that ‘glowing’ complexion. Founder of ArizonaSpaGirls.com, Lisa Kasanicky, did some research into how we can do it! November, which was National Healthy Skin Month, made for a great educational opportunity for the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) to share the latest findings on everything from hair loss and adult acne to non-invasive solutions for unwanted love handles.

But what we really wanted to know was how to get on that healthy, glowing, perky skin!

Suzanne Connolly, MD and Associate Professor Dermatology at the Mayo Clinic says that lifestyle choices are at the heart of healthy skin. “An outdoor lifestyle without proper ultraviolet ray protection results in more photodamage and that is the basis for photoaging,” she says.

Dr. Connolly also stressed the importance of using a daily sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection (and not just on sunny days.) “Use of sunscreen routinely, even on a cloudy or cool day is important. It needs to be re-applied; one application in the morning will not have a day-long benefit,” she notes.  “Healthy diet, avoiding tobacco use, less emotional stress, and rest are also important.”

The third part of this equation? Understanding the unique needs of your skin type and sticking to a careful and consistent skin care routine.

Acne-Prone Skin

Zits or pimples or whatever you want to call them, acne is no fun for anyone. Be sure to look for: Oil-free products with salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and non-comedogenic ingredients (does not block pores) Also avoid heavy creams and oily products.

Unevenly Pigmented Skin

While the official term is hyperpigmentation, most of people refer to them as brown splotches or wayward freckles. Look for pigment-lightening products with retinol, niacinamide, hydroquinone, or alpha-hydroxy acids. Also, be sure to avoid sun exposure!

Sensitive Skin

For easily irritated skin, Dr. Connolly suggests introducing new products to sensitive skin with caution. Use a little of the product at a time on small areas at first. Look for “fragrance-free” products with a simple list of ingredients (the longer the list of ingredients, potentially the more apt a product might be to irritate someone with sensitive skin).

Suggested product:  Wonderbar, $40. Available at right here at wonderbarusa.com.

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I’m 41 and this comment from my mother still takes on a frantic, insistent tone after all these years.  Someone is very passionate about her sunscreen- and she’s right, of course.  I am not a fan of products that have sunscreen added though.  I like my sunscreen straight up.  Now that the Wonderbar is in my life (my little one-step wonder),  I have the perfect skin care routine to go along with my physical block.  It’s that great kind of sunscreen that goes on thick and white and then melts into your skin right away and becomes invisible.  It’s also great for slathering all over your child’s face and not having to worry about it stinging their little eyes.  No worries if you have sensitive skin, no irritation or break-outs with Vanicream 35!

It is for sensitive skin.  You can buy it on-line at drugstore.com and it is very inexpensive.  I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.  Tell ‘em my mother sent you…..