It is difficult to remove make-up especially if it is stuck there for long periods of time. But the Japanese have an unusually way of removing their make up, they use nightingale droppings. Now, how did they come up with something like that?

Well, originally nightingale droppings was used as a stain remover. It doesn’t damage the fabric and it removes stains effectively. And probably, Kabuki actors and Geishas have tried to use nightingale droppings as no other soap or cleaner worked to remove make-up. The droppings worked extremely well and they’ve been using it ever since.

Today, Japanese Nightingale Droppings are not only used for removing heavy make up, it is also used to remove blemishes to make the skin fairer and smoother. Several salons in Japan as well as famous cities in other countries offer expensive facials using nightingale droppings. It has been found that nightingale droppings contain Guanine, a natural enzyme that has bleaching properties. Therefore, nightingale droppings help to remove all traces of dirt and gently exfoliates dead skin cells. This leaves the skin soft, smooth and brighter.

Nightingale droppings is clean and safe to use. Meticulous preparations are done before it is released to the market. First, it is left to dry under the sun for over 2 weeks and at the same time are sterilised by ultraviolet light to kill bacteria that might be present. Then, the droppings are turned to a fine powder in the specially made container. Several celebrities have found the natural beautifying effects of nightingale dropping. Once, Victoria Beckham visited Japan and was amazed by the local women’s beautiful fair skin. Later, she discovered this was due to Geisha facials which use a paste made from nightingale droppings, she’s been using it ever since.

How to tell if you have sensitive skin?

Generally, sensitive skin is thin with visible broken capillaries under the skin’s surface. You will also notice the skin has fine pores. When exposed to moderate changes in temperature, sensitive skin reddens easily, whether from cold or heat. Red skin and rashes also indicate sensitivity. Some people leave it too long if they notice these symptoms, but it is advisable that you buy a natural skin care product if nothing else. The benefit here is that natural skin care products don’t contain any questionable ingredients. If you still need further advice, visit a dermatologist too.

I need some advice for looking after my delicate and sensitive skin

1. Skin Hydration

If you have sensitive skin then dryness is going to be an issue. Up your water intake to 8 glasses a day and help protect the skin from the harsh elements with a moisturizer. There are some natural skin care products out there that intensely moisturise the skin, and these should help.

2. Make the right eating choices

Fruits, vegetables, and other water-rich foods are essential in correcting skin imbalances. You’ll find that vegetables and fruit are ideal skin hydration foods, and thus they should reduce the skin’s sensitivity. Its best avoiding alcohol though, as this can strip the skin of its moisture very quickly.

3. Free yourself from artificial colours

Colours and fragrances are added to some skin care products only for increasing marketing appeal. Sometimes, you will even see an allergic reaction happening due to using a synthetic based product, and it is for this reason that a natural skin care product is always recommended – you wont have any reactions to this.