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Skin Care on Focus

Freaking out on Breakouts

You wake up one morning, look at the mirror and find yourself staring at another zit or two. Ever since you've reached your teens, you've always been pestered with these unsightly red spots all over your face (or even on your chest and back!). The onset of pimples is due to hormonal changes, especially during the adolescent years, and when your skin produces too much oil. However, some people are not spared from acne even when they reach their 40s!

Here are some tips on how to zap those zits:

Eat a balanced diet.
Drink lots of water everyday.
Sleep 8 hours a day.
Wash your face 2 to 3 times daily with Godiva Acne Clear Anti-Blemish Soap. This removes excess oil and bacteria. Rinse thoroughly.
Apply Godiva Acne Clear Anti-Blemish Astringent followed by a thin layer of Godiva Acne Clear Anti-Blemish Cream 2 times daily on acne-prone areas. This will remove dead skin cells, keep pores unplugged and reduce production of excess oil.
Do not scrub your face. This will only make your condition worse.
Do not squeeze your pimples. This will leave deep dark scars on the face.
Do not use more or less than the prescribed treatment. Using more won't speed up results. Using less will reduce its effects.
Do not be impatient. It takes 4 to 6 weeks for the average pimple to develop. It will take just about as long for acne treatments to really start working. It may take up to 3 months for acne to clear significantly. And you may take more time to show improvement than someone else.

Pimple Scar Scare

You thought having pimples is way too bad. But what's worse are the scars they leave behind. Acne scars have no right to be given the benefit of a permanent "dwelling" on your skin, be it on your face, chest, or back. Aside from the deep-seated embarrassment that goes with it, acne scars can add to the obtrusive existence of breakouts, fine lines and freckles you might already have on your face.

With GODIVA products, you can now face your pimple scar problems and feel the difference of a clearer, smoother skin!

Acne Scar Eraser Regimen

Cleanse with Godiva LicoWhite Transparent Soap or Godiva LicoWhite Gentle Facial Wash.
To speed up the replacement of dark, scarred surface skin cells with normal, healthy ones, follow with spot application of Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream on your scars.
After about 5 minutes, apply Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream on the scarred areas to even out skin tone, and to keep it supple and moisturized.
Do these three steps twice daily.
Every morning, apply Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream on exposed areas to protect your skin from the sun which can darken scars.

Results will be visible depending on your age and nature of your scars. Early treatment will give you faster results. Some types of scars cannot be completely erased but an improvement of 40 to 60% in color and contour can be expected.

Battling Aging

Getting Protected Early

While it may be enjoyable to bask in the sun, always bear in mind that most of the sun damage to our skin occurs before we reach our 20’s. It is therefore important that kids start using sunblock daily as early as possible.

Doctors agree that it is safe to use sunblock even on babies as young as 6 months. Of course, babies of that age don't get exposed too often to need a daily sunblock. But once they reach the age when having fun means playing out in the sun, then it's time to make a sun protection product like the Godiva Face & Body Wash with stay-on sunscreen a part of their everyday routine. Because the product contains a built-in sunscreen which stays on even after rinsing and drying, it saves you that added time of putting on a separate sunblock.

Stopping Age Spots

Age spots or liver spots are flat, light or reddish-brown areas of skin that appear most often on the face and throat, the backs of hands and wrists, or other areas that are often exposed to sunlight.

They develop more often on light-skinned people over the age of about 55, but begin to be noticeable in some people around the age of 30. They can be as small as a freckle while others spread to several centimeters in diameter.

Age spots result from overexposure to the sun: the ultraviolet light over-stimulates the pigment cells in the skin, which clump together to produce irregular blotches of dark color.

Age Spot Lightening Regimen:

Minimize further damage by avoiding the sun and wearing sunblock everyday. We recommend Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream (SPF 25 PA+++) which blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Allow 30 minutes after application before going out in the sun.
To lighten the age spots, apply Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream twice daily.
Follow with Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream to suppress formation of melanin which causes skin pigmentation.

Seeing Black

You think squeezing your blackheads could help you get rid of them. That's where you're wrong. Squeezing or frequent touching, especially with unclean hands may result to infection. Blackheads are actually excess oils and dead skin cells that block the pores. When infected, blackheads become acne flare-ups.

There are a number of factors why a person's skin acts like oil wells. Aside from stress and pollution, hormonal fluctuations during puberty, monthly periods and pregnancy are also common causes. The skin's response is to produce more oil than usual, thus clogging the pores.

To control the formation of blackheads, it always pays to unclog the pores by following this regimen:

Wash infected area with Godiva Vitamin C Facial Scrub. Do this step once to twice weekly.
After cleansing, apply Godiva LicoWhite Astringent.
To remove dead, dull cell debris, spot apply the Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream. The micro exfoliation process helps to unclog pores so that there is no chance for blackheads to form.

Dark Beauty

Being beautiful depends on how good you feel inside and how well you carry yourself: the sparkle in your eyes, the magic in your smile, your overall radiance. Why bother with skin color?

Nevertheless, if having lighter skin tone will help build your confidence, GODIVA LicoWhite Skin Whiteners are here to help you. Based on clinical studies and feedback from satisfied customers, you can certainly see the effects in as early as 7 days.

However, this depends on how dark your skin is. The greater the density of melanin to be dispersed, the longer you have to wait to see visible lightening.

Follow this simple regimen to achieve an even overall skin tone:

Ethnic Skin Lightening Regimen

Apply Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream on your face twice daily.
After about 5 minutes, apply Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream on the face.
Apply Godiva LicoWhite Lotion on the body twice daily.
To make sure that the sun's harmful UV rays do not burn and darken your skin, make it a habit to apply Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream every morning, whether you are staying indoors or outdoors.

Fretting over Freckles

Your mom has them and so does your grandmother. These tiny specks called freckles are usually inherited and occur most often in people with fair skin. Freckles are localized deposits of melanin. They can be lightened but usually not completely removed. To help lighten freckles, follow this simple regimen:

Freckle Fader Regimen

Cleanse with Godiva Licowhite Transparent Soap.
Apply Godiva Licowhite Skin Brightening Cream. Wait for about 5 minutes and follow with Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream. Apply the sunblock especially on daytime before going out in the sun.
Apply Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream once daily before bedtime and follow with Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream.
This combination works better than using just one of the products. It is important that unnecessary sun exposure is avoided.

Leg Work

Lovely legs can really stop traffic and cause admiring glances from men — and women too! However, you'd rather hide them in pants or long skirts when your not-so-perfect legs have scars. Leg scars can really be embarrassing especially if you want to show some skin for a change. But this does not mean that you are destined to hide your legs forever and wallow in embarrassment for a lifetime.

For years, you have often wished you could do something. Now, with GODIVA skin care products and your dedication combined, you can!

Leg Scar Eraser Regimen

Cleanse with Godiva LicoWhite Transparent Bath Soap.
To speed up replacement of darker scarred surface skin cells with normal ones, follow with spot application of Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream on your scars.
After about 5 minutes, apply Godiva LicoWhite Lotion on the entire leg area to even out skin tone and keep it supple and moisturized.

Speed of result will depend on the age and nature of your scars. Early treatment will give faster results. With utmost dedication to the regimen, you will soon have every right to bare your legs.

Pre- & Post-Partum Pointers

Beauty 101 for Moms-in-Waiting

Congratulations! You'll soon be a mom. And here's another reason to celebrate--all GODIVA skin care products are generally safe to use by pregnant and lactating mothers. In fact, Godiva LicoWhite Skin Whiteners can help minimize skin discolorations usually experienced during this time, especially on the face and neck. Even stretch marks on the stomach can be evened out.

Often times, skin blotches are further aggravated by exposure to sunlight. A daily coating of Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream with SPF 25 PA+++ before stepping out in the sun can help minimize discoloration. Godiva Acne Clear Anti-Blemish Cream, on the other hand, can help control possible acne problems. It is still always wise, however, to consult your gynecologist first before wearing any skin care product to assure that you're totally safe.

Here's a simple regimen which all moms-to-be can follow:

Pregnancy Skin Care Regimen

Cleanse with Godiva LicoWhite Transparent Soap or Godiva LicoWhite Gentle Facial Wash.
Apply Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream every morning, whether you are staying indoors or outdoors.
Apply Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream twice daily on the face and Godiva LicoWhite Lotion on other body parts.
Apply Godiva Squalane Anti-Stress Lotion twice daily on belly and thighs to minimize appearance of stretch marks.

M-O-M (Matters On Melasma)

Melasma occurs during pregnancy and around the menopause period. It is also observed in women taking contraceptives. Many parts of a woman's body can develop blotches especially around the nipples, genital area, inner thighs, and underarms. Most distressing for many are patches of dark spots on the forehead, cheeks and upper lips.

Melasma appears to worsen with sun exposure. It is therefore important that you apply Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream every morning. It gives you a matte, grease-free feeling so you can wear it under make-up.

These dark patches usually fade 3 to 6 months after delivery. To help bring your skin back to its normal color, follow the following regimen:

Melasma Minimizer Regimen

Cleanse with Godiva LicoWhite Transparent Soap.
Smooth on Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream before bedtime on areas with melasma to accelerate production of fresher, smoother skin.
After 5 minutes, follow with Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Cream to even out skin discolorations. Apply this twice daily on the face and other sensitive body parts, such as the underarms.
For other body parts, apply Godiva LicoWhite Lotion.
Every morning, wear Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream as a last step, whether you are staying indoors or outdoors. Avoid prolonged sun exposure as this will worsen melasma.
The dark patches usually fade 3 to 6 months after delivery. Godiva products are safe for pregnant and lactating mothers.

S-t-r-e-t-c-h Marks

You gain weight during the holidays. Then over the summer, you lose those extra pounds. That's when you notice you've developed several stretch marks.

It's also estimated that between 75%-90% of pregnant women develop stretch marks. These occur as a result of thinning and loss of elasticity in the dermis (the lower layer of the skin) and the tearing of the collagen bundles.

They usually develop on the breasts, abdomen, hips, and thighs where these grow most rapidly during this time.

Godiva Squalane Anti-Stress Lotion helps increase skin elasticity, thereby minimizing appearance of stretch marks. Apply twice daily during pregnancy.

Stretch marks are also a common feature of adolescence in both boys and girls. Boys tend to get them on the back, buttocks, and thighs, while girls on the breasts, buttocks, thighs, and occasionally the upper arms. The marks are associated with increased hormone production as well as excessive or quick weight gain.

If you develop stretch marks, the skin will never return to its former elasticity and the marks will not disappear completely. But they do fade to become almost translucent and much less visible by using Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Cream and Godiva LicoWhite Lotion. Apply twice daily.

Sunny Side Up!

Keeping Sun and Stings Away
Failing to put on sunblock at the beach is a mortal sin, at least in the world of skin care. The sun is the number one enemy of our skin. It is therefore a must that before you head out for the beach, you give your skin the extra T-L-C by loading up on sunblock.

Slather on Godiva Safe Sea with SPF 50 at least 30 minutes before you head out. It’s a broad spectrum sunblock that’s water-proof and protects against both UVA and UVB rays. And what’s more? It’s an anti-jellyfish sting sunblock at the same time! You get protected from the sun and stings all at once! Just remember though that a missed spot may be stung so be sure to apply thoroughly on sun-exposed areas. Re-apply after prolonged swimming and after towel-drying.
The Burden on Sunburn
After being in the sun for a long time, your skin becomes a little red. This is your skin's defense mechanism to warn you on the effect of intense heat under the sun. Generally, this slight flush will fade within an hour after you go into the shade. The real sunburn will appear hours later when your sun-exposed skin turns pink and tender, or worse, red, painful, and blistered. After a few days, your skin will shed off the layer of damaged skin cells.

To soothe sunburn, immediately apply cold compress for about 30 minutes. Then shower with cold water but do not use any kind of soap on sunburned areas. Apply Godiva Squalane Plus After-Sun Lotion several times a day to relieve redness and help prevent skin peeling and formation of blisters.

Godiva Squalane Plus After-Sun Lotion contains squalane, allantoin, triclosan, and Vitamin E that work in synergy to reduce inflammation and heal sun-damaged skin. It also acts as a strong antibacterial to prevent infection, especially when blisters start to form.

If sunburn is severe, consult your doctor who may prescribe corticosteroids. Always protect your skin from the sun, not only until it has completely healed, but as a matter of daily sun care habit.
Your Daily Dose of Sunscreen
We do not see visible damages right away, but years from now, what used to be flawless and immaculate becomes rough, freckled and aged!

Using sunblock daily is a habit we should all acquire. Add up the Godiva Green Tea Sunblock Cream with SPF 25 to your morning skin care routine. Do this after washing with Godiva Green Tea Transparent Soap. With its green tea extract EGCG, which acts as a super-antioxidant, and Z-block, which effectively gives you full-spectrum protection, your sun-damaged skin can repair itself to some degree. And, of course, you also prevent further skin damage.

However, while some may have taken this skincare matter seriously, others remain stubborn and fail to follow this very crucial step. That is why, Godiva came up with a revolutionary product that makes daily sun protection as easy as wash and wear. Totally simple and hassle-free, the Godiva LicoWhite Face and Body Wash with Aquea SPF is just like your everyday face & body wash. You slather it on while you’re in the shower and rinse it off. However, the sunscreen sticks on to your skin even after rinsing and drying. It’s a perfect remedy, especially for doting moms who find it such a hassle to get their stubborn husband and free-spirited kids protected daily from skin-damaging rays of the sun. It’s got SPF 15 that lasts for up to eight (8) hours.

Underarm Alarm

The Dark Side of Underarms

Still suffering from dark underarms? Many of you might not know that darkening of the underarms is caused by strong fragrances, alcohol and chemicals contained in most deodorants and anti-perspirants. To help lighten your dark underarms, we recommend you follow this regimen:

Underarm Whitening Regimen

Before applying anything on your underarms, cleanse first with Godiva LicoWhite Transparent Soap.
Apply Godiva LicoWhite Skin Brightening Creamon underarms every morning. (Hint: The cream is applied first before the roll-on.)
Roll on a product variant of your choice: Godiva LicoWhite Anti-Perspirant Deodorant, Godiva LicoWhite Brightening Deodorant or Godiva LicoWhite Anti-Perspirant Deodorant with Soothing Chamomile. Do this before bedtime as it takes time for anti-perspirant actives to shrink the skin's pores, so we recommend application before bedtime for maximum results. You can perform your usual morning hygiene routine and still get whole day underarm protection.
For individuals with highly active lifestyles, such as those who are into sports, travel, or are often outdoors and have a tendency to sweat easily, we recommend you use the Godiva LicoWhite Anti-Perspirant Dedodorant before going out in the morning, plus of course, before bedtime.

The War on Warts

You often dismiss the sight of it, thinking it’s just a small harmless mole on your face, and it’ll be gone before you knew it. Think again. It's very easy to catch the papilloma virus, the one responsible for these mole-like, flesh-colored spots on the skin. Scratching, intimate contact, and the use of infected personal toiletries can spread the virus from one person to another.

Although there are a thousand ways of treating warts, almost all of them are painful and irritating, not to mention too costly on your budget! Godiva Fruit Acid Revitalizing Complex, with its various hydroxy acids, lactic and glycolic acids, works as an effective medication against warts. Apply once daily.