Skin Care Tips for Swimmers
Sometimes nothing feels better than a cool dip in a pool or the ocean on a hot day. Until you get out, that is. While swimming is therapeutic for the mind and good for the heart, it is not always the best for your skin.
Whether you swim in a chemically treated pool, a salt-filled ocean, or a pond or lake, there are steps you can take to insure that your skin remains healthy and hydrated.
There is no cause for concern. What your skin is exhibiting is a classic symptom of over exposure to chlorinated water. Water in a swimming pool is highly chlorinated which is not good for your skin. Excessive chlorine in water dries your skin by depleting it of its moisture and it also severely hampers the skin cells ability to retain moisture.
Use a mild soap and lukewarm water for the bath and clean your body of the pool water thoroughly. Additionally, there are several lotions and creams that are sold over the counter that are effective in protecting your skin from the ravages of chlorinated water. Water proof sunscreen lotion is one among them. Caution is however advised in choosing these products though, since several of them have a harsh chemical composition which will further worsen matters as far as the tanning is concerned.
In extreme cases, some substances may also act as an allergen on your skin. Hence go for products that are preferably herbal and mild. Visit a dermatologist and better understand your skin type and its needs before choosing these products.
After the bath, moisturize your skin well using a gentle moisturizer. Gently massage the moisturizing lotion on to your skin using your fingertips in a rotating motion. A banana pack is also said to be highly effective in reducing the darkening and restoring natural skin color.
Leave the pack on the skin for at least an hour for this treatment to produce any visible results. Supplementing your diet with some essential nutrients will also help. Increase your daily intake of nutrients such as vitamin E and vitamin C. Vitamin C is an excellent natural anti oxidant and vitamin E helps improve your skin’s moisture retention capability.
Additionally, eat a lot of protein rich foods like eggs, meat, pulses and so on. Also eat a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables. Keeping your skin hydrated is also vital. Drink lots of water and other fluids like fresh fruit juices to achieve this. You can also try humidifying your environment. Stand in a hot shower with the door closed for twenty minutes. This can work wonders for skin darkened due to over exposure to chlorinated water in a swimming pool.
Advice
Not all expensive skin care products are necessarily high-quality products, but many inexpensive skin care products are definitely low-quality products. Avoid products that contain unnecessary preservatives and fragrances, as they may contribute to skin damage.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
B + U architects mixed used building, LA
B + U architects: mixed used building, LA
american B + U architects have developed a proposal for a mixed use office building in los angeles,
california - a landmark building aiming to enhance the cities vision as the premier quality city
in the southeast area of los angeles county and to revitalize the industrial landscape of the site into
a vital urban environment.
the project is characterized by its response to the urban setting, its vision for the office work environment
within a highly sustainable building design, and by its formal and structural elegance. the three level
mixed use building includes a café and retail space at the ground floor and two levels of open office
spaces above. the office spaces are configured around a center atrium space that opens up to the street
creating the main entrance for the building. the ephemeral quality of the building envelope is realized
through a high tech fabric enclosure system that utilizes multiple layers of fabrics with different degrees
of transparencies/ opacities. this envelope is able to adjust to the different exterior light conditions
and provide consistent natural daylight levels throughout the office spaces. while the more delicate
fabric encloses for the upper two office levels, the restaurant and retail spaces on the ground floor open
up to the street with a glass envelope. landscape elements create a green barrier between the outdoor
seating area of the café and the street.
american B + U architects have developed a proposal for a mixed use office building in los angeles,
california - a landmark building aiming to enhance the cities vision as the premier quality city
in the southeast area of los angeles county and to revitalize the industrial landscape of the site into
a vital urban environment.
the project is characterized by its response to the urban setting, its vision for the office work environment
within a highly sustainable building design, and by its formal and structural elegance. the three level
mixed use building includes a café and retail space at the ground floor and two levels of open office
spaces above. the office spaces are configured around a center atrium space that opens up to the street
creating the main entrance for the building. the ephemeral quality of the building envelope is realized
through a high tech fabric enclosure system that utilizes multiple layers of fabrics with different degrees
of transparencies/ opacities. this envelope is able to adjust to the different exterior light conditions
and provide consistent natural daylight levels throughout the office spaces. while the more delicate
fabric encloses for the upper two office levels, the restaurant and retail spaces on the ground floor open
up to the street with a glass envelope. landscape elements create a green barrier between the outdoor
seating area of the café and the street.
2010 MV Agusta Brutale 1090RR
When we recently got the chance to take the latest 2010 MV Agusta Brutale 990R for a spin, we didn't find the naked bike lacking for power. With 998cc of inline-four goodness cranking itself merrily away under the rider, measuring 139 horsepower and 78 pound-feet of torque when measured at the crankshaft, the new Brutale has plenty of oomph.
If you find yourself in need for more horses, though, MV Agusta will gladly sell you the enlarged 1090RR version with 144 horsepower. And if that's still not enough? A head examination may be in order – this is a naked bike after all – but there's always the newly announced Cannonball Kit to feed your insatiable lust for power.
According to the Italian motorcycle manufacturer, the combination of new ECU, cylinder head, camshafts, valves and titanium exhaust system will add an additional 21 horses to the 1090RR, putting total output at 165 horsepower. It all sounds good, except for the fact that the kit is not certified for road use and we don't know of too many Brutale owners that ride their bikes exclusively on the track...
If you find yourself in need for more horses, though, MV Agusta will gladly sell you the enlarged 1090RR version with 144 horsepower. And if that's still not enough? A head examination may be in order – this is a naked bike after all – but there's always the newly announced Cannonball Kit to feed your insatiable lust for power.
According to the Italian motorcycle manufacturer, the combination of new ECU, cylinder head, camshafts, valves and titanium exhaust system will add an additional 21 horses to the 1090RR, putting total output at 165 horsepower. It all sounds good, except for the fact that the kit is not certified for road use and we don't know of too many Brutale owners that ride their bikes exclusively on the track...
Emily Osment Performs During Taste of Chicago Concert 2010
Emily Osment Performs During Taste of Chicago Concert 2010
Nazia Hassan - Sweetheart of Pakistan
*Nazia Hassan (April 3, 1965 – August 13, 2000) was introduced to the music industry in London by Indian film producer-director Feroz Khan and Biddu, the legendary Indian music producer.
* She is known to be the "Sweetheart of Pakistan" and "The nightingale of East". Nazia Hassan is still the symbol of grace, sacred beauty and innocence. Nazia spent her teenage between Karachi and London where she would go on to read law at London University. Nazia was married in March 30, 1995 with Mirza Ishtiaq Baig. This marriage was totally a failure and Nazia Hassan get divorced from court which was confirmed on August 03,2000. Nazia Hassan died in August 13, 2000 due to lung cancer at age 35.
Albums
* Disco Deewane (1980)
* Star/Boom Boom (1982)
* Young Tarang (1984)
* Hotline (1987)
* Camera Camera (1992)
* She is known to be the "Sweetheart of Pakistan" and "The nightingale of East". Nazia Hassan is still the symbol of grace, sacred beauty and innocence. Nazia spent her teenage between Karachi and London where she would go on to read law at London University. Nazia was married in March 30, 1995 with Mirza Ishtiaq Baig. This marriage was totally a failure and Nazia Hassan get divorced from court which was confirmed on August 03,2000. Nazia Hassan died in August 13, 2000 due to lung cancer at age 35.
Albums
* Disco Deewane (1980)
* Star/Boom Boom (1982)
* Young Tarang (1984)
* Hotline (1987)
* Camera Camera (1992)
LG F-Q232LASS - Solar Power Air Conditioner
LG F-Q232LASS - Solar Power Air Conditioner
LG unveiled its first environmentally friendly air conditioning system and hybrid nature since it also supports a solar panel to be applied externally to obtain clean energy for operation.
Not yet a solar supply one hundred percent, but the energy derived from solar panel built into the system LG F-Q232LASS is around 70 watts per hour, which are not to be thrown away.
The solar panel is mounted just above the suitcase that the component to be applied outside the home, has a size of 28,000 BTU or about 76 square meters and is attached to the air conditioner LG F-Q232LASS
The rest of the energy needed to operate the air conditioner LG F-Q232LASS is supplemented by electricity and of course depends on the intensity required by the user. Reduces the average CO2 emission of 212 kg in ten years, representing the work of 780 trees in the same period.
LG unveiled its first environmentally friendly air conditioning system and hybrid nature since it also supports a solar panel to be applied externally to obtain clean energy for operation.
Not yet a solar supply one hundred percent, but the energy derived from solar panel built into the system LG F-Q232LASS is around 70 watts per hour, which are not to be thrown away.
The solar panel is mounted just above the suitcase that the component to be applied outside the home, has a size of 28,000 BTU or about 76 square meters and is attached to the air conditioner LG F-Q232LASS
The rest of the energy needed to operate the air conditioner LG F-Q232LASS is supplemented by electricity and of course depends on the intensity required by the user. Reduces the average CO2 emission of 212 kg in ten years, representing the work of 780 trees in the same period.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Funny Police Video
Funny Police Video
Just How sily the police can be when there been a flood you would think they would have some commen sence
Just How sily the police can be when there been a flood you would think they would have some commen sence
Heavenly Havens
Heavenly Havens
A selection of our favorite exotic island photos submitted to MY SHOT by National Geographic readers.
A selection of our favorite exotic island photos submitted to MY SHOT by National Geographic readers.
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