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1. Name 7 habits that cause early aging.

Many of the external causes of aging skin are determined by the health and lifestyle decisions you make every day. Making unhealthy choices can cause prematurely aging skin, and this makes you look older, faster.

An important part of any anti-aging skin care program is to know what you may be doing that is harming your skin and speeding up your skin's aging process.

Here are 7 habits that contribute to aging skin, making you look older than your years:

  1. Cigarette smoke: Whether you smoke, or you spend time with a smoker, cigarette smoke is damaging -- and aging -- to your skin. Research has shown that exposure to cigarette smoke significantly increases skin wrinkles and dryness. This is partly due to the behavior of smoking, and also because cigarette smoke depletes your body of Vitamin C, which is a key ingredient for keeping skin plump and moist.

    Some researchers believe that exposure to cigarette smoke (whether you smoke or not) is as damaging to aging skin as exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays.

  2. Sun exposure: Sun exposure is very aging to skin. Unprotected skin that is exposed to the sun becomes more mottled in appearance. Freckles can turn into brown sun spots, the skin takes on a dry, leathery appearance, and wrinkles and sagging increase. The risk of skin cancer is significantly increased by sun exposure.

    The good news is that sun damage is avoidable, and if you start now, you can improve the condition of sun damaged skin.

    • See your health care provider to assess the amount of sun damage you may have, and to rule out possible skin cancers. He or she may be able to prescribe medication that can help to reduce existing sun damage.

    • If you want to avoid aging skin but don’t want to avoid the sun, make sure you use sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Choose sunscreen with SPF of 15 or higher, and use it all year-round, even on cloudy days. Clouds do not protect you from ultraviolet ray exposure.

  3. Lack of exercise: Living a sedentary life contributes to aging skin, because exercise helps to tone your muscles and get your blood flowing. Exercise should be an important part of every anti-aging skin care program. Researchers have also discovered that sedentary older adults are at higher risk for dementia .

    In addition to the physical benefits of exercise, the benefits of a regular exercise program will show on your face. Having a bright smile and lots of energy will help you look and feel younger, at any age.

  4. Exposure to cold weather: Cold winds and low temperatures contribute to aging skin by making skin dry, so if you venture out in the cold be sure to use a good moisturizer.

    It’s important to use moisturizer indoors too, as heated rooms can be very drying to skin. Consider using a humidifier to help keep your skin more comfortable and reduce the aging skin effects of heated rooms.

  5. Alcohol use: Alcohol contributes to aging skin by dilating small blood vessels in the skin and increasing blood flow near the skin's surface. Over time, these blood vessels can become permanently damaged, creating a flushed appearance and broken vessels on the skin’s surface.

  6. Stress: Maybe you’ve heard this expression: “Don’t frown, your face could stay that way.” Stress and worry cause frowning, and over time the muscles in the face actually conform to that movement.

    To help reduce aging skin due to stress, be aware of your stress level and try to vary your facial expressions during the day. A good anti-aging skin care program should include meditation, yoga, gentle exercise or other relaxation techniques. Keeping stress in check -- and frown lines and aging skin wrinkles to a minimum -- will help you look and feel younger.

  7. Lack of sleep: Too little sleep makes you look and feel tired. One of the first places lack up sleep shows up is on the face, with dark circles and bags under the eyes, and sagging skin. Lack of sleep is also a major factor in memory loss and symptoms of depression that include low interest in daily activities and negative thinking.

    Research has shown that most adults function best with 8-9 hours of sleep each night. Reduce caffeine during the day (with none in the evening), avoid eating at least 2 hours before bedtime, and maintain a sleep routine that includes going to bed at the same time each night. For more sleeping tips, see How to Get a Good Night's Sleep.

    If you are having trouble sleeping, for any reason, it’s important to see your health care provider.

While some signs of aging skin are inevitable, there’s a lot you can do to look your best at any age. Taking good care of yourself is the most important step in your anti-aging skin care program.

 

2. Name 3 Primary skin lesions  and 3 Secondary skin lesions.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin_lesion

3.Define the following:

Bulla            Papule          Pustule       Keloid          Scar Comedo      Milia              Acne            Rosaccea   Herpes simplex     Psoriasis     Albinism      Tan

4. Watch video. Write a paragraph about video.  http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=123460

Hair Removal

5. Name 2 ways to permanently remove hair and how much does it cost?

http://www.ehow.com/way_5764688_inexpensive-permanent-hair-removal.html

 

6. Name ways to temporary remove hair

http://www.simplyhairremoval.com/Temporary-Hair-Removal-Methods.html

7. Write the steps to a facial

A facial cleans, exfoliates and nourishes the skin to promote clear, well-hydrated skin. A facial is the second most popular spa treatment after massage. It is sometimes called a "deep-cleansing facial" or or "deep-pore cleansing" facial because of extractions.

The Basic Steps of a Facial

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • A turban
  • Warm water
  • Facial cleanser
  • A facial steamer
  • Two sponges
  • Toner
  • Cold cream
  • Appropriate mask
  • Appropriate moisturizer
  • A tissue
  1.  

    Wrap turban around head, making sure all hair is tucked under the turban.

  2.  

    Wet face with warm water.

  3.  

    Put a small amount of facial cleanser in hand and apply to face with fingertips of other hand. Gently massage cleanser on skin with fingers of both hands, using upward strokes and rinse face thoroughly.

  4.  

    Position facial steamer sixteen inches away from face, turn steamer on and wait for steam to come out. Make sure steam flow is pointed in the direction of the face and not too close to the face.

  5.  

    Apply cold cream to face and neck with fingers and do facial massage. Please note that licensed aestheticians have special training in facial massage. If you haven’t been trained to do facial massage, follow the steps given in a book on the subject. Always massage gently, and do not do facial massage for more than 10 minutes.

  6.  

    Turn facial steamer off and move it out of the way.

  7.  

    Wet sponge and remove cold cream from face. Rinse sponge and continue to cleanse face. After all traces of cold cream are gone, wet another clean sponge with toner, squeeze out excess and gently wipe face clean.

  8.  

    Apply appropriate mask and leave on according to instructions on mask’s container.

  9.  

    Remove mask with a clean sponge when instructed to, making sure all traces of mask are removed.

  10.  

    Apply toner to sponge, squeeze out excess toner and wipe face clean.

  11.  

    While face is still slightly damp, apply appropriate moisturizer.

  12.  

    Blot excess moisturizer with tissue

Watch video
8. How do you apply make-up? Write the steps:

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Foundation
  • Mascara
  • Eye Shadow Brushes
  • Blush Brush
  • Face Powder
  • Blush
  • Waterproof Mascaras
  • Lipstick
  • Lip Gloss
  • Eye Shadow
  1.  

    Apply a concealer that is one shade lighter than your foundation. Dot it on over any blemishes or under-eye circles and blend with your fingertips or a makeup sponge. If your concealer tends to cake, apply eye cream first.

  2.  

    Choose foundation that matches your skin tone exactly. Apply it in dots over the central part of your face, then blend it out with a makeup sponge or your fingertips until it covers your entire face (see Related eHows).

  3.  

    Use a loose or pressed powder to keep foundation and concealer on longer. Use pressed powder to touch up when you're away from home.

  4.  

    Do your eyebrows next. Use powdered eyebrow shadow on brows instead of pencil, which can often look unnatural. Apply it with a hard, slanted brush.

  5.  

    Choose three colors of eye shadow: light, medium and dark. Use the dark only to line your upper eyelid, in a fairly thin line along the upper lashes. Use the medium shade for the crease and the lightest shade for the area under the eyebrow. There are many variations on eye shadow application techniques (see Related eHows).

  6.  

    Apply eyeliner. Use a cake eyeliner with a damp, thin liner brush, or an eyeliner pencil, and line the lower lid below the lashes. Line only the outer two-thirds of the lower lid, or all the way across if you're trying to achieve a darker look. Line all the way across the upper lid (just above the lash line and as close to the lashes as possible), or start the line where your lashes begin.

  7.  

    Apply mascara to upper and lower lashes, in two thin coats to avoid clumpiness. Choose brown mascara if your coloring is fair; black or brown-black works well for darker coloring. Or try a colored mascara such as navy or plum for fun, but don't go too bright if you want to be taken seriously.

  8.  

    Smile to find the apples of your cheeks, and apply blush to the apples or below, whichever you prefer. If you have to blend in blush, it's too bright.

  9.  

    Choose a lipstick color that's suited to your skin tone and that's perfect for your day look. You can mix colors and textures to suit your moods and your outfits (see Related eHows).

  10.  

    Line lips after applying lipstick, not before. That way you won't end up with a dark circle of lip liner after your lipstick has worn off. Avoid combining very dark lip liner and pale lipstick.

Tips & Warnings

  • Follow the steps in the order given, and remember to clean and moisturize your face before applying makeup.
  • Choose brighter or darker tones for a stronger look.
  • Clean makeup brushes by gently washing them in warm water and mild gel shampoo. Air-dry them overnight.
  • Don't skimp on makeup tools. High-quality tools make application easier and faster.
  • If you decide to curl your eyelashes, do this just before applying mascara, never after. Insert your eyelashes into the curler, squeeze just once, and hold for a few seconds.
  • Bacteria can grow in older cosmetics, which can lead to infections. Be on the safe side: Toss anything that's seems old, especially mascara, and avoid sharing products with others.
 
9. Watch Video- Write  paragraph

This Week's Assignment

Read Act II of "Othello" and answer the study questions on page 76 of your text.

Last Week's Assignment

Read Act I of "Othello"

Next Week's Assignment

Read Act III of "Othello". Be prepared to discuss Iago's motives and to draw parallels with contemporary society.

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