Why SPF Daily?

By Staff Writer 

Our skin is the largest organ of the body and often the most neglected. It is our first line of defense against pollutants, ultraviolet violet (UV) radiation and other environmental factors.

A regular skin regimen coupled with SPF sunscreen and topical antioxidants has proven effective in minimizing the damaging effects of the environment as well as helping to protect skin health.

Sunlight and Healthy Skin
Short bursts of time in the sun help the body to naturally produce vitamin D. The UV rays from sunlight stimulate vitamin D synthesis, which in turn supports calcium absorption to form and maintain strong bones.

Excessive exposure to sunlight without sunscreen, however, can result in sunburn and greatly increase one’s risk of developing skin cancer. UV radiation from the sun is increasing globally due to what scientists describe as the Earth's depleting ozone layer.  It strikes Earth as either UV-A or UV-B radiation (long and short wavelengths of ultraviolet light).

In addition, recent studies have shown that non-melanoma skin cancers are on the rise among young adults, particularly women.  Doctors have long encouraged sun protection to prevent skin damage. Sunscreens of at least SPF 15 can limit exposure to UV radiation. Antioxidants have been shown to help protect the skin from the damage caused by UV radiation when applied topically. The combination activity of antioxidants and SPF sunscreens provides superior skin protection. However, because additional factors can contribute to the formation of skin cancers, using a sunscreen alone is not a foolproof method for preventing the development of skin cancers.

Herbalife’s Radiant C® Body Lotion SPF 15→ can help reduce your risk of sun damage and protect the health of your skin. It’s lightweight, great for all-over moisturizing and provides a broad spectrum of sun protection with SPF 15 and UVA/UVB for your skin without clogging pores.

• Use sunscreen with SPF 15 daily, even in winter.
• Remember to re-apply sunscreen after perspiring and swimming.
• Limit sun exposure and practice sun avoidance (especially midday).
• Wear protective clothing, sunglasses with UV protection and hats with wide brims

Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise for Healthier Skin

No matter what your age or skin type, your skin can be healthier, look younger and feel smoother if you know how to take care of it. And that comes down to three simple steps:

• Cleanse
• Tone
• Moisturize

“Cleansing, toning and moisturizing go hand-in-hand,” says Dr. Luigi Gratton, Vice President, Medical Affairs and Education at Herbalife. “Your skin is your body’s largest organ. It keeps much-needed moisture in the body to keep it healthy while keeping dangerous pollutants out, so it’s important to nourish your skin as much as the rest of your body. Even if your skin is not sensitive, the wrong products can dry and even damage your skin.”

Cleanse.
The first step towards healthy, great-looking skin begins with gentle cleansing. For example, NouriFusion® MultiVitamin Lotion Cleanser for normal to dry skin→ and Nourifusion Multivitamin lotion Cleanser for normal to oily skin→ helps removes dirt, oil and impurities without diminishing your skin’s natural moisture level.

Tone.
Toning removes residual dirt, oil even dead skin cells without stripping skin, leaving it feeling clean and refreshed. By removing deeper impurities, pores are clearer and appear smaller. Toning also controls breakouts, blemishes and shine, and prepares skin for moisturizing.

Moisturize.
Now that your face is clean, protect it with a hydrating moisturizer with an SPF of at least 15. This is your best anti-aging defense. Try NouriFusion® MultiVitamin Moisturizer SPF 15 for normal to dry skin→ and NouriFusion® MultiVitamin Moisturizer SPF 15 for normal to oily skin→ . Use it even in the winter to avoid the harmful effects of the sun.

Follow these simple steps twice a day and your skin will look and feel softer and smoother.

Tips for getting healthy skin:

• Drink plenty of water.
• Moisturize and use sunscreen even in the winter.

Healthy aging with Herbalife

By Staff Writer
How can you look and feel as young as you can? By making your health and well-being a top priority. Here are 7 steps to healthy aging.

Remember what your parents looked like when they were your age? Looking back, they seemed so much older. And in many ways, they were. Average life expectancy is currently on the rise, which means that men and women approaching age 50 don’t look and feel like the stereotyped middle-age person of the 1950s.

So how can you look and feel as young as you can? By making your health and well-being a top priority. Use the following Herbalife products to help you improve your overall health and well-being while making you feel younger as you get older.

7 Steps to Healthy Aging

1. Build a solid foundation for good health with our Cellular Nutrition® products→ , including Formulas 1 Healthy Diet Shakes→ , Formula 2 Multivitamin complex→ and Formula 3 protein powder→ .
   
   
2. Use Herbalifeline→ , fortified with powerful antioxidants, to help support a healthy cardiovascular system.
   
   
3. Activate your skin’s youthfulness with Skin Activator Rejuvenation Skin Treatment products→ as Day lotion SPF15 Skin activator (anti aging dry skin care lotion)→ , which can help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
   
   
4. Slow the effects of aging and keep strong bones with Xtra-Cal→
   
   
5. Fight against free radicals keeping a healty immune system with this stong antioxidant supplement Schizandra Plus→
   
   
6. Male Factor 1000→ can help make a man’s mid-life transition a little easier, in addition to supporting prostate health.
   
   
7. Niteworks®→ keeps blood vessels toned, flexible and youthful for improved circulation.

Maximising Healthy Skin

Beauty is more than skin deep.

No matter what your age, you can look healthier and younger with good nutrition from the inside out.

Research has shown that by taking positive steps toward improving what you eat and how you look and think, you can help your body look younger for a longer period of time. While wellness begins on the inside by nourishing your cells with the proper balance of vitamins, minerals and nutrients, it’s also essential on the outside of the body. A glowing, radiant face and silky, smooth skin are all representations of total wellness. That’s why the products you put on the outside of your body should be as nourishing as the ones you take internally.

Skin care for men and women
Whether you’re a man or woman, Skin Activator® Daily Skin Lotion SPF 15→ can help give your skin a more youthful appearance and help you reduce the visible signs of aging before it begins or after it’s well underway. Thousands of people around the world have reaped the benefits of Skin Activator → Herbalife’s number-one-selling Outer Nutrition® products→ . They’ve used this advanced face creams to help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and to help give their skin a more youthful appearance. Independent clinical studies of the glucosamine complex in Skin Activator® have shown that when used regularly for 12 weeks, you’ll experience:

• 57% reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles after 12 weeks
• 55% improvement in skin firmness after 12 weeks
• Improvement in the appearance of skin-surface texture of 45% in 12 weeks

How Does Your Skin Weather Winter?

Nourish your skin from the outside in.

Don’t leave your skin exposed to the elements and defenseless.

To weather the storm of winter, nourish your skin with Herbalife Outer Nutrition® products.

Skin Activator® Night Cream→ Independent clinical studies on the glucosamine complex in Skin Activator®produscts→ have shown visible results in four weeks of regular use:

• Reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Improved skin firmness
• Improved appearance in skin texture and moisture content

Radiant C® Vitamin C Skin Care Products→ are available in a gel-cream and spray. Vitamin C, one of the key ingredients in Radiant C®, helps the skin defend itself, but is susceptible to being diminished from pollution and sun exposure. By replenishing vitamin C, Radiant C® promotes collagen production, giving elasticity to the skin.

Radiant C® Daily Skin Booster→ This sheer, light gel-cream has rich emollients that help your skin repair and renew. Use it in the morning to seal in moisture and help makeup glide on with ease.

Radiant C® Face Quencher→ Rejuvenate yourself with a pleasant “wake-up” spritz to freshen and smooth your skin, diminish shine or refresh makeup throughout the day.

Herbal Aloe Everyday Hand & Body Lotion→ This lotion is loaded with whole-leaf aloe, vitamins and minerals. Rich and luxuriant, it provides a glove-like layer of insulation to protect your skin.

Fortify your skin

Herbalife offers products that can fortify skin through all four seasons. To have younger-looking skin, start today!

Healthy Hair

By  Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H.
Hair is often the first thing we notice when we meet someone. It is an important expression of who we are. It also serves a valuable biological purpose; keeping your head warm and helping to regulate body temperature. But since environmental factors can effect our hair over time, it is important to learn healthy ways to protect our crowning glory.  

Bad Hair Days     
Exposure to the elements can wreak havoc on your hair. In the winter, dryness occurs when the protective outer layer, known as the cuticles, lifts and allows valuable moisture within the hair shaft to evaporate. Sun exposure can also be harmful, damaging your hair’s natural protective film, making it appear dry, dull and brittle. The sun’s ultra violet light chemically breaks down and weakens the keratin proteins, which are the building blocks of our hair.

Easy Hair Care    
A healthy lifestyle means healthier hair. Drinking enough water and getting frequent scalp massages are just some of the simple ways to keep your hair silky and shiny. But the real secret comes from within, as any nutritional deficiencies can lead to adverse effects on your hair. Diet profoundly effects the health of not only internal systems and organs, but external ones as well. 

Formula 2 Multivitamin Complex→ is a great way to obtain the vitamins and minerals needed for healthy hair. It contains over 20 essential nutrients such as Zinc which builds hair protein and vitamins B and C which support strong, supple strands of hair. It also includes Iron, which prevents hair follicles from being starved of oxygen and Beta-Carotene, an essential nutrient for hair growth. Herbalifeline®→ contains Omega-3 fatty acids necessary for healthier, shinier looking hair. These essential fatty acids help to condition and lubricate the hair.

Lastly, remember to nourish your hair with a healthy shampoo and conditioner. Herbalife’s Herbal Aloe Shampoo→ can help to rehydrate your hair and Herbal Aloe Conditioner→ protects your hair and manages shine with the healing benefits of aloe.   

 Vice President, Medical Affairs and Education