Everyone ought to feel happy and comfortable in their own skin; in theory this is a great way to address our country’s concern with beauty and vanity. Unfortunately, in practice we still live in a world where one’s physical appearance is the first thing people tend to notice. Empowered individuals that can carry on despite what others say ought to be praised; inversely however, there are serious issues linked to beauty that transcend appearances. One’s self-confidence and esteem is likely tied to their perception of themselves — people who do not believe that they are beautiful have serious identity issues that can decrease their quality of life. So although everyone should be able to feel comfortable and confident in their own skin, there is no shame in those who are trying to find their own confidence through products and treatments either.
The Problem With Anti-Aging Creams
Every year there seems to be a few hundred new products that claim to help reduce aging by eliminating wrinkles; coincidentally every year hundreds of thousands of dollars are spent on these products by disappointed consumers. According to sales pitches, these products are designed to shed years off of your appearance by rejuvenating skin; in truth these have little more impact than your run-of-the-mill moisturizer. In fact, some products actually may diminish the appearance of skin and promote acne growth — this is due to the fact that many anti-aging creams and scrubs actually work to remove essential oils; while this can leave your skin looking smoother immediately, it is those oils which work to prevent acne and other facial blemishes. Not all beauty products are bad, but it is difficult to combat the natural effects of aging with a cream or similar product — in short, you’re better off saving your money.
Spa Treatments
The natural approach on the other hand can do wonders for you. Health care spas are designed to not only promote healthy, beautiful skin through natural, high-quality treatments, studies actually show that they are effective ways of reducing stress and improving the state of one’s mental health. Women who make a spa appointment once per month have reported significant decreases in stress, a higher-quality of life, and a more beautiful appearance in their own eyes. Many spas include treatments including massages, manicures, body exfoliation, hair styling, and other options to help individuals relax and reveal their inner beauty naturally.
Botox Cosmetic Treatments
One of the most effective wrinkle treatments to emerge in recent years are Botox treatments. Botox is a neurotoxin designed to treat muscle stiffness and help to remove wrinkles, resulting in a more youthful appearance. A typical Botox treatment takes around 30 minutes with results lasting for up to four months. Thanks to the endorsement of celebrities, the number of Botox procedures in the United States rose by 8% between 2012 and 2013. A majority of those who received Botox treatments saw significant improvements in their appearance within just a week of starting their Botox treatments. In addition to its aesthetic benefits, Botox can be used to help relieve migraines and similar headache symptoms for up to 3 months. Whoever said that beauty is only skin deep has never experienced the insecurity, depression, and loss of self-esteem that can come with wrinkles; there are a number of options available to help anyone achieve a standard of beauty that helps them feel comfortable in their own skin.