The cosmetic market has grown in leaps and bounds over the past few
decades due to the millions of women worldwide that invest in everything
from makeup to hair care products. In recent years however the industry
has seen the male population sit up and take notice of the self
pampering that they have been turning a cold shoulder to for ages. Day
trips to the salon are not solely a woman's world any longer as men make
their way into the cosmetic market. Once they discover the many ways to
care for one's skin and body, most are reluctant to ever live without
these products again.
Men haven't been known to invest a lot of
time or money in their appearance. In the past a dirty, hard working man
was considered sexy and masculine. Now however, the appearance of dirt
under the nails and grimy skin isn't such a turn on to the average
woman. It is in fact quite the opposite. The market has changed so
drastically over the years that products such as shampoo and hair dye
are now being printed specifically for men. This means that you can now
walk down the hair care aisle of your local grocery store and find men
smiling up from the cover of a box of hair colour. Men no longer need to
feel as if they are buying a woman's product. They now have their very
own.
It makes perfect sense that men may not find it particularly
inviting to walk into a salon filled with ladies gossiping about their
husbands and friends. The man that is interested in laser hair removal
or enjoying a facial can now do so in a friendly environment that caters
strictly to men only. Not only does this make it more comfortable for
men, it also allows the ladies to keep their salon space to themselves.
The fact that separate locations exist to serve men proves that the
demand from them for personal grooming facilities is growing.
Personal
care products for men have greatly gone beyond the basic soap and an
old razor blade. In fact, razors keep getting more advanced and improved
as every year goes by. Lotions and moisturizers were once foreign
products in every man's eyes. Now it's common to find that they carry it
around daily as well. The metrosexual trend that began a handful of
years ago is on a steady climb as more men decide that they want to get
in on the pampering of one's own self with things that smell great and
feel even better. It isn't that women have been keeping personal care a
secret all of these years; it's that men didn't feel they could partake
without reducing their manhood, which many are learning simply isn't
true.
Great hygiene and personal care can go a long way in making
you look and feel younger. Men aren't harming anyone but themselves by
avoiding products that are good for your skin and hair. Aging and skin
care is something we all worry about but there are preventative measures
to reduce the appearance of years for both women and men.
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How Much to Pay Personal Care Attendants
Some of the problems for families hiring personal care attendants are
the price and also the restricted job functions of the caregiver. For
families seeking quality home health aid, the only option is to hire
independent caregivers at a price that they set themselves.
Depending on the type of care that a hired personal care attendant is expected to give, you can expect to pay about $13-20 an hour for live-in home health care. There are programs such as IHSS, which is the state/county program for Medicaid recipients that pays $8.75 to employ independent caregivers. You must also factor in the type of care they provide whether it includes bowel care, trach care, med care, and so on. Talk to previous employers and other people who are already using the services of home health aides.
Another thing to consider is the number of hours the caregiver is expected to work, the timing, whether the caregiver is expected to be on call or live-in. It is up to you whether, you want to reward your caregiver on merit. It is a wise idea to discuss the salary range of the home health aides. You can start out by asking how much they charge for care and negotiate accordingly.
Another strategy is to do a trial period, of about 2 weeks and raising the salary according to whether the caregiver performed to your expectations. It is very important to work out a pay schedule and work out the type of payment. Nursing students may prefer being paid in cash whereas a more experienced older caregiver may prefer being written a check. Have a contract in writing that is more comprehensive than a standard independent contracting contract. Have the payment schedules and methods of payment also outlined in writing to minimize misunderstandings. Establish clear objectives and write out a formal job description outlining the responsibilities of the caregiver.
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Depending on the type of care that a hired personal care attendant is expected to give, you can expect to pay about $13-20 an hour for live-in home health care. There are programs such as IHSS, which is the state/county program for Medicaid recipients that pays $8.75 to employ independent caregivers. You must also factor in the type of care they provide whether it includes bowel care, trach care, med care, and so on. Talk to previous employers and other people who are already using the services of home health aides.
Another thing to consider is the number of hours the caregiver is expected to work, the timing, whether the caregiver is expected to be on call or live-in. It is up to you whether, you want to reward your caregiver on merit. It is a wise idea to discuss the salary range of the home health aides. You can start out by asking how much they charge for care and negotiate accordingly.
Another strategy is to do a trial period, of about 2 weeks and raising the salary according to whether the caregiver performed to your expectations. It is very important to work out a pay schedule and work out the type of payment. Nursing students may prefer being paid in cash whereas a more experienced older caregiver may prefer being written a check. Have a contract in writing that is more comprehensive than a standard independent contracting contract. Have the payment schedules and methods of payment also outlined in writing to minimize misunderstandings. Establish clear objectives and write out a formal job description outlining the responsibilities of the caregiver.
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The Toxic Ten - Chemicals to Avoid in Personal Care Products
There are literally hundreds of potentially harmful chemical ingredients
in personal care products. I can't emphasize this enough--read
ingredients labels! Products can claim to be natural, even organic,
without any substantiation necessary. After reading the ingredients, you
find a laundry list of synthetic chemicals and petroleum derivatives.
A good rule of thumb: if you can read and recognize the ingredients without taking Chemistry 101, the product is probably somewhat safe. Keep in mind, however, that some natural ingredients, such as lavender and tea tree oil, have been linked to adverse health effects as well.
Ten ingredients that should be avoided in your personal care products:
1. Fragrance (synthetic): Companies can put any chemical they desire into the product and list it as fragrance, since fragrance is considered proprietary. "Fragrance" typically contains a host of harmful chemicals, such as:
- Phthalates (endocrine disruptor, damage to liver & testes, birth defects, carcinogen, linked to asthma in children)
- Parabens (possible carcinogen, hormone disrupter)
- Dioxins (carcinogens)
2. Mercury: Can you believe that mercury is still an ingredient in many eye drops and mascaras? It is listed as "thimerosal". The dangers of mercury include:
- Profound central nervous system effects
- Impairment of heart & lung function
- Birth defects
3. Phthalates: In synthetic fragrances, nail polishes and hair sprays, as well as soft plastic toys and vinyl shower curtains, phthalates can cause:
- Endocrine disruption
- Damage to liver & testes
- Birth defects
- Cancer
- Asthma in children
4. Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate: Contained in about 95% of foaming products, and 50% of personal care products, it is difficult to find a product that doesn't contain it when you comb through the drug store shelves. SLS can cause:
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A good rule of thumb: if you can read and recognize the ingredients without taking Chemistry 101, the product is probably somewhat safe. Keep in mind, however, that some natural ingredients, such as lavender and tea tree oil, have been linked to adverse health effects as well.
Ten ingredients that should be avoided in your personal care products:
1. Fragrance (synthetic): Companies can put any chemical they desire into the product and list it as fragrance, since fragrance is considered proprietary. "Fragrance" typically contains a host of harmful chemicals, such as:
- Phthalates (endocrine disruptor, damage to liver & testes, birth defects, carcinogen, linked to asthma in children)
- Parabens (possible carcinogen, hormone disrupter)
- Dioxins (carcinogens)
2. Mercury: Can you believe that mercury is still an ingredient in many eye drops and mascaras? It is listed as "thimerosal". The dangers of mercury include:
- Profound central nervous system effects
- Impairment of heart & lung function
- Birth defects
3. Phthalates: In synthetic fragrances, nail polishes and hair sprays, as well as soft plastic toys and vinyl shower curtains, phthalates can cause:
- Endocrine disruption
- Damage to liver & testes
- Birth defects
- Cancer
- Asthma in children
4. Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate: Contained in about 95% of foaming products, and 50% of personal care products, it is difficult to find a product that doesn't contain it when you comb through the drug store shelves. SLS can cause:
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Are We Killing Ourselves With the Personal Care Products We Use?
If you've been paying attention, you may have noticed a growing concern
about the toxic chemicals present in the personal care products we use
every day; toxins that enter our skin and go straight into our blood in 8
to 10 minutes. For once, the media are reporting the truth!
An ABC interview with Stacy Malkan, gives just a glimpse of what is going on in the skin care industry today. Americans - men, women and children - use on average 6-12 personal care products daily, exposing their bodies to 8 to168 chemicals.1 The cumulative effect of these chemicals can cause numerous health problems from allergies to cancer to reproductive problems.
One study showed newborn babies' umbilical cord blood carried 287 chemicals. Of those chemicals, 180 could cause cancer, 217 could be toxic to the brain and nervous system, and 208 could cause birth defects or abnormal development. 2 Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies. Whatever we put on our skin absorbs directly into our blood. Truly, we are what we absorb. If the skin's main job is to protect us from infections and toxins, applying toxins to our skin every day defeats its purpose.
So what are we to do? The cosmetic industry is largely self-policing. According to the FDA's Office of Cosmetics and Colors, "...a cosmetic manufacturer may use almost any raw material as a cosmetic ingredient and market the product without an approval from FDA" (FDA 1995). 3 We can't trust the government to make sure personal care products are safe for us to use, so we must educate ourselves. The Environmental Working Group was formed to use the power of public information to protect public health and the environment. See their research relating to toxins in our environment, cleaning products, food and personal care products here. They have created the Cosmetic Database, a safety guide to cosmetics and personal care products. There you can research for yourself the ingredients in the products you use, and on a scale of 0-10 (no toxins to very toxic) see how toxic they are and why.
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An ABC interview with Stacy Malkan, gives just a glimpse of what is going on in the skin care industry today. Americans - men, women and children - use on average 6-12 personal care products daily, exposing their bodies to 8 to168 chemicals.1 The cumulative effect of these chemicals can cause numerous health problems from allergies to cancer to reproductive problems.
One study showed newborn babies' umbilical cord blood carried 287 chemicals. Of those chemicals, 180 could cause cancer, 217 could be toxic to the brain and nervous system, and 208 could cause birth defects or abnormal development. 2 Our skin is the largest organ in our bodies. Whatever we put on our skin absorbs directly into our blood. Truly, we are what we absorb. If the skin's main job is to protect us from infections and toxins, applying toxins to our skin every day defeats its purpose.
So what are we to do? The cosmetic industry is largely self-policing. According to the FDA's Office of Cosmetics and Colors, "...a cosmetic manufacturer may use almost any raw material as a cosmetic ingredient and market the product without an approval from FDA" (FDA 1995). 3 We can't trust the government to make sure personal care products are safe for us to use, so we must educate ourselves. The Environmental Working Group was formed to use the power of public information to protect public health and the environment. See their research relating to toxins in our environment, cleaning products, food and personal care products here. They have created the Cosmetic Database, a safety guide to cosmetics and personal care products. There you can research for yourself the ingredients in the products you use, and on a scale of 0-10 (no toxins to very toxic) see how toxic they are and why.
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Personal Care Products - The Dark Horse During Recession
At a time when sales of products across industries are struggling to
keep up with their past records, some industries such as personal care
products appear to have shown resilience despite hostile economic
trends.
A look at the U.S. Department of Commerce stats show that most industries are up against some really rough weather. The whole of the industry recorded a decline of 3.1% in sales when compared to the numbers from last year. And if you consider the retail sales figures alone then December of 2008 has been pretty bad with the sales falling by 2.7% to US $343.2 billion. These numbers are pretty scary because they are worst ever since the early 1990s.
Despite the falling retail sales figures the personal care products registered a rise in sales of 5.65% to US $20.92 billion for December 2008, when compared with the December 2007 data.
Some reasons behind the rise
At the same time experts attribute the increase in sales activity for personal care products to several factors.
The first is of course the holiday season and festivities, when people spend on gifts, decorations, partying, etc. Experts think that this Christmas many people bought skin and personal care products as cheaper alternatives for more expensive gift items. Further, many retailers came up with huge and attractive discounts, which almost forced consumers to spend on personal care items. Whatever the reasons, in the end all of it did boost the sales.
World over, the performance of different retail sectors has been pretty dismal. For instance, according to the British Retail Consortium statistics the month of December 2008 has been the worst in the past 14 years, with the sales declining by 3.3 percent when compared to the activities of the previous year.
All in all the personal care industry sales in the US fared better than most other industries and also it's own kind, when pitted against the sales data from other parts of the world such as the UK.
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A look at the U.S. Department of Commerce stats show that most industries are up against some really rough weather. The whole of the industry recorded a decline of 3.1% in sales when compared to the numbers from last year. And if you consider the retail sales figures alone then December of 2008 has been pretty bad with the sales falling by 2.7% to US $343.2 billion. These numbers are pretty scary because they are worst ever since the early 1990s.
Despite the falling retail sales figures the personal care products registered a rise in sales of 5.65% to US $20.92 billion for December 2008, when compared with the December 2007 data.
Some reasons behind the rise
At the same time experts attribute the increase in sales activity for personal care products to several factors.
The first is of course the holiday season and festivities, when people spend on gifts, decorations, partying, etc. Experts think that this Christmas many people bought skin and personal care products as cheaper alternatives for more expensive gift items. Further, many retailers came up with huge and attractive discounts, which almost forced consumers to spend on personal care items. Whatever the reasons, in the end all of it did boost the sales.
World over, the performance of different retail sectors has been pretty dismal. For instance, according to the British Retail Consortium statistics the month of December 2008 has been the worst in the past 14 years, with the sales declining by 3.3 percent when compared to the activities of the previous year.
All in all the personal care industry sales in the US fared better than most other industries and also it's own kind, when pitted against the sales data from other parts of the world such as the UK.
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Elderly Hygiene Products - Personal Care Products For Seniors
When people get a certain age, it becomes more difficult for them to
take care of themselves. This can be because they cannot reach well
enough to do so or even because a disorder prevents it. To help your
loved one in your family with personal care, there are elderly hygiene
products you can get for them. Many seniors appreciate these products
greatly because they are embarrassed to ask for help. In addition, they
would rather have products they can use themselves instead of having
another person help them with this personal matter.
One of the elderly hygiene products you might find useful for your loved one is for the bathroom. Sometimes seniors are not able to fully reach where they need to, so it makes using the bathroom difficult. There is a product that actually holds the bath tissue at the end of a long handle, so it is easier to reach. This also works great for seniors with arthritis who cannot hold items well. Along the lines of this, there is a long handles hair brush. This makes taking care of their hair easier for them to do because they do not have to worry about missing a spot in the back if they cannot reach.
If taking care of their nails is the issue, there are elderly hygiene products that can help them. For their toenails, there is an extended reach cutter that helps them cut their toenails without having to bend down too far. For their fingers, there is a table top cutter that helps steady the clippers. You also could get them a lotion applicator that helps seniors apply lotion easier. It is a handle that has lotion at the end of it, so all they have to do is rub the handle on their body and they instantly have applied lotion.
There are elderly hygiene products for people who cannot bath themselves. They have the option of using no rinse bathing wipes, which make it easier to clean yourself without having to get into the tub. There also is a sponge on a stick for those who still can bath but cannot reach well enough. The handle is long enough so they can reach everywhere they need to reach without straining themselves. There are shampoo and shower basins for seniors who cannot leave their bed. We can help you with our full line of senior products.
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One of the elderly hygiene products you might find useful for your loved one is for the bathroom. Sometimes seniors are not able to fully reach where they need to, so it makes using the bathroom difficult. There is a product that actually holds the bath tissue at the end of a long handle, so it is easier to reach. This also works great for seniors with arthritis who cannot hold items well. Along the lines of this, there is a long handles hair brush. This makes taking care of their hair easier for them to do because they do not have to worry about missing a spot in the back if they cannot reach.
If taking care of their nails is the issue, there are elderly hygiene products that can help them. For their toenails, there is an extended reach cutter that helps them cut their toenails without having to bend down too far. For their fingers, there is a table top cutter that helps steady the clippers. You also could get them a lotion applicator that helps seniors apply lotion easier. It is a handle that has lotion at the end of it, so all they have to do is rub the handle on their body and they instantly have applied lotion.
There are elderly hygiene products for people who cannot bath themselves. They have the option of using no rinse bathing wipes, which make it easier to clean yourself without having to get into the tub. There also is a sponge on a stick for those who still can bath but cannot reach well enough. The handle is long enough so they can reach everywhere they need to reach without straining themselves. There are shampoo and shower basins for seniors who cannot leave their bed. We can help you with our full line of senior products.
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Universal Personal Care
The concept of universal care is not a panacea, but it may be better for
more individuals than what we offer today. Whether it is delivered by
the government or by the private sector, however, it will be subject to
political manipulation as well as exploitation by commercial
enterprises.
One example of political influence that is already happening in government-sponsored care is that the Health Care Regions around the country have different Medicare reimbursement criteria for some of the same services. Much of this is the result of variations in lobbying success among regions.
The British health system often is held up as a model of universal care. Its apparent success in controlling costs since its introduction in 1948 is attributable to three major factors. First, capital expenditures were postponed. For 40 years, no new hospitals were built.
Second, physician reimbursement rates were progressively reduced. Many of the physicians employed in their system today are immigrants willing to accept lower salaries.
Third, care has been rationed. The British temperament and culture is much more tolerant of rationing than we are in the US.
With the unrelenting rise in the cost of care in the US, rationing will be required here, too. However, our method of rationing will have to accommodate Americans' strong sense of fairness. Further, the US need for individualism will result in a medical system with its own special characteristics.
Compassionate and personalized care can help moderate costs and accommodate the American requirements for fairness and individual treatment. Perhaps this should be termed, "universal personal care."
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One example of political influence that is already happening in government-sponsored care is that the Health Care Regions around the country have different Medicare reimbursement criteria for some of the same services. Much of this is the result of variations in lobbying success among regions.
The British health system often is held up as a model of universal care. Its apparent success in controlling costs since its introduction in 1948 is attributable to three major factors. First, capital expenditures were postponed. For 40 years, no new hospitals were built.
Second, physician reimbursement rates were progressively reduced. Many of the physicians employed in their system today are immigrants willing to accept lower salaries.
Third, care has been rationed. The British temperament and culture is much more tolerant of rationing than we are in the US.
With the unrelenting rise in the cost of care in the US, rationing will be required here, too. However, our method of rationing will have to accommodate Americans' strong sense of fairness. Further, the US need for individualism will result in a medical system with its own special characteristics.
Compassionate and personalized care can help moderate costs and accommodate the American requirements for fairness and individual treatment. Perhaps this should be termed, "universal personal care."
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