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Tips For Managing Oily Skin

The sheen of oily skin feels unattractive and detracts from the fresh look many of us prefer. Why does our skin get so oily? Unfortunately, genetics is the primary cause and there’s not much we can do about that. Hormonal ups and downs, stress and humid weather can increase the oil your skin produces. Also, heavy makeup can trap oil and trigger acne problems. Touching your skin with fingers or cell phone also make the problem worse. After all, oil plays a role in keeping skin healthy and supple. The problem arises when there’s too much of a good thing – as excess oil leads to acne and other blemishes. We’ve got a few tips for oily skin to help you achieve a balance.

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  1. DO wash your face every morning, evening, and after exercise. While washing, resist the temptation to scrub your skin – even to remove makeup. Scrubbing irritates your skin, which can make it look worse.
  2. DO choose skin care products that are labeled as “oil-free” and noncomedogenic.” This means that products that have these labels – including cleansers, moisturizers, and makeup – won’t clog your pores or cause acne.
  3. DO use a gentle, foaming face wash. Many people believe that they need to use a strong face wash for oily skin in order to dry out their skin. However, using a face wash is too harsh can irritate your skin and trigger increased oil production. Instead, look for a mild, gentle face wash.
  4. DON’T use oil-based or alcohol-based cleaners. They can irritate your skin.
  5. DO apply moisturizer daily. Although you have oily skin, it is still important to apply moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. To save time and protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays, look for a moisturizer that also contains a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
  6. DO wear sunscreens outdoors. Sunscreen helps prevent sun damage that could lead to wrinkles, age spots, and even cancer. To prevent acne breakouts, look for sunscreens that contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, and do not use sunscreens that contain fragrance or oils.
  7. DO choose oil-free, water-based makeup.
  8. DON’T sleep in your makeup. Always remove all makeup before going to sleep.
  9. DO use blotting papers throughout the day. Gently press the paper against your face and leave it on for a few seconds to absorb the oil. Don’t rub the paper on your face, as this will spread the oil to other areas.
  10. DON’T touch your face throughout the day. Although it’s tempting to touch your face, doing so can spread dirt, oil, and bacteria from your hands to your face. Only touch your face when you’re cleansing, moisturizing or applying sunscreen or makeup, and make sure your hands are clean first.

Every person’s skin is different, and there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to skincare. If you are concerned about the amount of oil your skin is producing or if you’re struggling with blackheads or acne, make an appointment with us! Lasting Impression Medical Aesthetics

 

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Is Your Child Ready For Preschool?

There comes a time in a parents’ life when they have to decide if this is the year their kids will start preschool. Many children will complete two or even three years of preschool, whereas others might just have one year of preschool before transitioning into kindergarten. Whether your child is two-years-old or five, one of the most important things to consider is whether they are physically and emotionally ready for preschool.

This is a hard thing to consider, and frankly, there is no firm divide between “ready” and “not ready” for preschool. A child may have highly developed motor skills but lack communication skills, whereas another might be able to write their name before they are potty trained. Every child is different, and the best way to find out if your little one is ready for preschool us to get in touch with our Paramus daycare & preschool and set up a consultation! Otherwise, keep reading below to learn a few ways to tell if your child might be ready for preschool.

How our Paramus daycare & preschool work

In general, our classroom is broken up by age. Our classrooms are usually divided by age, but occasionally three-year-olds will be placed with four-year-olds, or we might place four-year and five-year-olds together if it makes sense for the developmental stage they are at. While inside the classroom, we use the information gathered from our initial screening process to instruct how we teach your unique child. As they continue to learn and mature, we will adjust our strategies as necessary to ensure your child is being empowered and challenged while remaining comfortable.

What Children Learn At Our Educational Preschool

All of our classrooms, regardless of age, are taught with a curriculum that focuses on four factors: physical development, social and emotional development, thinking and intellectual development, and communication and language development.

Why Does A Child Need To Be “Ready” For Preschool

We want all children to love school. If preschool is a frustrating experience for them, they might not love kindergarten, and hard time in kindergarten can lead to falling behind in first grade, and so forth. Children who aren’t developmentally ready for a full-day of learning, playing, and socializing might do better in a less structured daycare environment where they can continue to grow.

Your Child May Be Ready For Preschool If…

– They are potty trained

– They have low levels of separation anxiety

– They are independent

– They can follow directions

– They can go-go-go (almost) all-day

– They are curious and explorative

– They like socializing

– They have an attention span

 

Choose Jumpin’ Jax As Your Paramus Daycare & Preschool

At Jumpin’ Jax, we really take the “school” part of preschool seriously. While our classrooms are full of fun and adventure, we also ensure our students learn something every day. Our students learn about everything from their ABCs and 123s to social studies and science, all at an age-appropriate level.

If you’re looking for an educational daycare and preschool in Paramus, New Jersey, we would love to speak with you! Paramusdaycare.com

 

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Myths & Facts about Assisted Living

Packing up and moving to a senior living community can be a big lifestyle change. After years in the same house, it can be a tough decision for older adults and their families to reach. While research shows how life and health often improve with such a move, the many myths surrounding senior living often keep an older adult from doing it.

 

This is why we thought it was important to help seniors and their families separate fact from fiction when it comes to independent and assisted living.

 

Popular Senior Living Myths & Assisted Living Facts

 

Myth #1: Assisted living communities are just prettier versions of nursing homes

 

Fact: Assisted living communities are very different than nursing homes. While nursing homes have come a long way in the past decade or two, they are still designed for adults who have more complex health care needs. So many of them still look and feel like a clinic or hospital.

 

By contrast, assisted living communities are warm and inviting and look similar to an upscale apartment community. But looks aren’t the only difference. Where nursing homes focus on medical needs, the caregivers at an assisted living community provide support with the activities of daily living. This includes assistance with bathing, dressing, medication and more. In providing help with these tasks, an assisted living community can help an older adult stay safe and maintain their independence longer.

 

Myth#2: Assisted living communities are disappointing and lonely places

 

Fact: Nothing could be further from the truth! The life enrichment and wellness opportunities at today’s assisted living communities range from book clubs, watercolor painting classes, billiards and more. Residents can join as many activities as they choose to each day.

 

Myth #3: No pets are allowed in senior living communities

 

Fact: This persistent myth is one that often keeps older adults from even considering a move. The truth is, we love pets too! Many senior living communities welcome well-behaved, four-legged friends.

 

Myth #4: You can’t bring your car to an assisted living community

 

Fact: Not true. Some seniors bring their cars with them when they move, at least for a while. Many discover after moving, however, that they no longer need their car and enjoy saving money on car expenses and insurance. Most senior living communities offer transportation services to make it easier to go shopping, attend local events and get back and forth to physician appointments.

 

Myth #5: Senior living is only for “rich people”

 

Fact: This is another myth we are happy to break! When you factor in all of the costs of living at home —even if your mortgage is paid off — you will discover how much of a value independent and assisted living truly is. From snow removal and yard care to home maintenance expenses, appliances, mortgage insurance, groceries, utilities and transportation, the costs of aging at home can really add up. This is especially true if you need the assistance of a private duty caregiver. All of these services and amenities are included in the price at a senior living community.

 

Don’t just take our word on the facts about assisted living. Contact the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare to schedule a tour. We know you’ll like what you see!

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5 Color Combinations that You Need to be Experimenting with

Some graphic designers and even experienced artists have a tendency to fall prey to conventional thinking when it comes to picking color combinations, and just stick to the ones that their peers are using. However, they may see that their artwork begins to really come alive if they were to take some calculated risks with their paint palette.

Black and Gray

Conventional wisdom tells us that gray doesn’t mesh too well with black, however, that might be a short-sighted way of thinking.

Black and gray actually do complement each other, and are often found near each other, and find each other on different parts of the gray-scale spectrum.

Orange and Blue

Although orange and blue may be thought of as complementary colors, what they do best is balance each other out. The hues that you utilize will also make a difference- a light orange would go well with a navy blue.

Yellow and Off White

It is commonly thought that yellow and white are equally bright and as therefore, don’t sit well with each other, especially if it’s yellow text on a white background. But if you were to experiment with say, yellow text on an off-white background, you will find that the eyes have an easier time deciphering the text.

Red and Yellow

You may feel that this color combination reminds you of the McDonald’s logo or the colors of the traffic light, but this combination does work well if you want your work to really stand out. If you feel that the color shade is excessively bright, you may want to bring it down a notch or two.

Red, Blue, and Yellow

We know what you are thinking: a schoolkid experimenting with colors during art class. Although we typically don’t associate these colors together in a professional looking piece of art, you can pull off this combo with some tweaks. What you want to focus on is utilizing various shades of the same color in order to give the combo a more pleasant look.