bane % "strength, a 23 - Sunday, June 18, 1989 — North Shore News Give skin the care it deserves MANY WOMEN spend a consid- erable amount of time, effort and money taking care of facial skin while ignoring the skin on the rest of the body. It, too, needs and deserves care if we are to keep it looking young and healthy. By understanding that different types of skin we generally associate with the face are also common on our bodies — and by knowing how our skin works — we can begin to give it the proper care it deserves. Skin combines softness with in- destructibility and durability. It regulates body temperature in hot and cold environments, and it pro- tects the body from bacteria and dehydration. There are three layers of skin. The hypodermis or innermost layer is of varying thickness and is com- - posed of muscle, veins and fat cells, . The dermis or middle layer is our ‘‘true skin.” It is a fibrous mass of collagen and elastin which determine the elasticity and shape of the skin. These two fibres are also most affected by ultraviolet radia- tion. The epidermis or outer layer constantly protects dermis skin from dehydration caused by ex- treme temperatures, dirt, wind, sun and toxins, . The epidermis, only 0.2 mm thick, replaces itself every 28 days. It is: easily dehydrated from weather, bathing, air conditioning and improper diet. There are four basic skin types: dry, oily, combination and nor- mal. Areas of your body may experi- ence different skin types and they may also exist side by side. As an example, dry skin is commonly found on the hands, arms and legs while oily skin is particularly active on the neck, chest and back. Dry skin feels tight after bathing and it flakes easily. Untreated, dry skin can be rough and scaly, and can become irritated in changes of temperatures, or when using harsh detergent products. To alleviate the dryness, use a gentle soap or a cleanser and apply an oil-based lotion containing pet- roleum jelly. Oily skin is shiny and will con- tinue to shine even immediately after bathing. Over-active oil glands cause sallowness, spots and blackheads. Keep the skin squeaky clean and apply a very light lotion containing more water than oil. Combination skin is the most common skin type. It has both oily and dry areas and may also be sensitive. Oily skin may be present on the back and chest areas, while the arms and legs may be dry. Factors, like diet, climate and genetics, play a large role in creating combination skin. Treat each area separately. Clean the dry areas gently and use an oil-based lotion, and clean the oily areas with a soap meant for oily skin and use a light lotion to keep the skin moisturized. Normal skin is, of course, ideal and only a few lucky people have it. It’s moist, smooth and non- shiny. To maintain its health, keep it clean and moisturized. EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY DIAMONDS AT UNHEARD OF PRICES JEWELER Park Royal South 922-2255 Pacific Centre Atrium 682-6711 END OF LEASE - BRASS BLOWOUT 20-50% OFF JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO HAIRTECH HAIR DESIGNER AND BEAUTY (Probably the friendliest salon on the North Shore) - Lay No other specials valid. 3053 HIGHLANDS BLVD., NORTH VAN. JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO JOICO Introducing the new owners Yasmin & Tasmin, formerly of West Vancouver, of- fering a combined 25 years of .ex- perience with European training and Q professional service would like to O] welcome all old and new clients at their ™1 new saton. INTRODUCTORY OFFER Reg. $32.00 SHAMPOOISTYLE CUT/BLOWDRY 594.50 fill July 15/89 985-1816 MAKE THIS YOUR HOTTEST »SUMMER EVER! Res tt tute THATS CAUCE ESS ? Enroll now for two week summer programs: +” TERM ONE: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT * TERM TWO: PROFESSIONAL MODELLING CALL 685-0347 111 Smithe Street Vancouver, B.C. JOICO ooior . OoIOf §=Oolof oOdlor odor ooior Designer Sunglasses 20%-40% OFF Laura Biagiotti Porsche Vuarnet 30% Christian Dior Dunhill Emmanueile Khanh 40% Western Optical has reduced designer sunglasses from 20%-40% OFF* _ regular prices. Choose from designer names above and many more from June 14 to June 30. Cplical— Vancouver: Pacific Centre, Howe St. Ent. Phone: 688-7765 Vancouver/Kerrisdale at 41st Ave. on West Blvd. Phone: 263-2628 Vancouver, -/Broadway 2460 Feather St. at Broadway Phone: 874-8588 North Yancouver on Lonsdale at 13th Street Phone: 985-0707 White Rock in Semiahmoo Mail Phone: 531-5010 "SUNGLASSES REGU! ARLY PRICED FROM 535" TO $500°° NOW AT 20%-40% OFF. NO OTHER DISCOUNTS APPLY.