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Rabu, 30 Juni 2010
Beauty Tips for a great pedicure. When a woman is seen wearing a dress or casual clothes, wearing sandals or shoes which shows her feet, then it is really an elegant sight. Only if her feet looks clean and well taken care of!! Now taking care of those soles are not that easy. If you are not in any position to afford a monthly visit to your spa, then you can do it yourself at home like a lot of the rest of the world. At least two visits to the spa in an year will make a lot of difference. Make one of those pedicure visits in the winter and the other one just before summer and you will be able to maintain them all through the rest of the year by yourselves. All you need to do is be prepared with enough stock of products.
You can purchase a foot scrub from any department store and you will find some kind suitable for any kind of skin and feet. You need to soak your feet in warm water for about 10 minutes and then use the foot scrub to remove the dead skin cells. This will give your feet a nice and shiny layer of clean skin.
Nail File Kit & Cuticle Oil
You can find the pedicure kits with the necessary files and clippers from any dollar store or department store. Many of the kits contain scissors and buffers as well. The hard part is of cuticle oil. That will be available at some popular spas only. After doing the foot scrub, shape, file and take the extra part of cuticle off. That will takes care of the hard part.
Foot Scrub Brush
You can find best foot scrub brushes from the spas for a very cheap price very well under $20. If you want some thing even cheaper than that, then check out at Wal-Mart. They will have brushes even lower than $10. Once you are done filing your toenails, put your feet in to some clean water and rinse them using your brush for a good finish.
Cream
Tea-Tree cream or peppermint cream are the best creams for stimulation and scent. Once the feet is dried thoroughly, you can apply as much cream as your feet needs.
Base-Coat, Polish and Top-Coat
The brand name does not matter. But you will have to make sure that you have wiped all the cream off the toenails. Otherwise the nail polish will not stick and dry on your nails properly. First you need to put a base and top coat so that your polish will last much longer. Once you are done with all this work, you need not worry about the nail polish!! If the polish lasts longer, that will be a lot less work for you!!
If you do this every month between your pedicures at spa, you will have really heavenly soles.
Senin, 28 Juni 2010
The eye area is the area to show the signs of ageing for many people and is also a problem area for fluid retention.
Here are few tips on caring for the delicate eye area:
· Certain moisturizers that swell up are not be applied.
· Separate eye creams/gels are a must if you suffer with puffy or ageing eyes.
· Hold a metal spoon under cold running water for a few minutes and then gently press it onto the eye area to soothe, cool and reduce swelling.
· Cucumber slices are good one for reducing puffiness and soothing tired, sore eyes.
· Hemorrhoid creams containing sharks liver oil or yeast applied to the puffy area, they’re good are for reducing swelling.
· Soak used tea bags in cold water for around ten minutes (making sure they are really cool) and place them on the puffy area. Start at the outside of the eye and roll them gently inwards.
· Elevate your head when you sleep to encourage fluid to drain away from the eye area.
· Place a slice of raw potato underneath your eyes. The potassium in them counteracts dark circles.
· Diet, again! Avoid salty food which can cause fluid retention
Eye shadow That Stays
Many women have problem of melting eye shadow, but If you use a damp eye shadow brush and apply a layer of face powder to your lids and allow to set, the shadow will stay in place for the day. Takes some time but the effort is well worth it.
Remedies For Puffy Eyes
· Take a metal spoon and run it under cold water. Place the spoon on the puffy area for at least 60 seconds.
· Apply hemorrhoid cream (prefer brands that contain ingredients of yeast and shark's liver oil) to the puffy area. Its known for years that in just the way it gets the swelling out of that other area, it works the same way for the face.
· Thin cucumber slices used as compresses over closed eyes will relieve sore, puffy eyes.
· A black tea bag soaked in cold water on each eye for ten minutes will reduce swelling caused by fluid retention. Gently press from inner to outer corners to hasten drainage.
· Avoid salty foods, which cause the under eye area (and the rest of your body) to hold fluid.
· Elevate your head when you sleep, to keep fluid from settling around your eyes
Lining Eyes
Steady hands and the near precision of a neurosurgeon is required to put on eyeliner. Dust a sheer, loose powder on the upper and lower lids so the eyeliner sticks better. If you are going to curl your lashes, do it now else you may smudge the line. Choose the right formula. For a clean straight line, use a liquid version try one with felt tip, like those from L'Oreal. Pencils are best to create a softer, more subtle line.
To minimize shaking of your hands, rest your elbow on a hard surface. Start in the middle of the eyelid, and drag the liner to the inner corner of the eye, drawing as close to the lashes as possible. Go back to the center of the eyelid and repeat the process outward.
To make your eyes look smoky, dab eye shadow (in a similar shade) over the line and lightly fan it out. This will also help the liner stay in place.
If the liner smudges, don't reapply more. Instead, clean up the line with a dampened Q-tip.
Minggu, 27 Juni 2010
Between celebrating my 29th birthday and watching Germany beat England in the World Cup, I actually managed to cram in some make up pictures and I'm really happy with them! I bought some nail art sequins on friday and tried to recreate their iridescence on my lids as well. I also included some of the sequins - this looks cooler in real life, as the light always changes and they capture the light differently. I also used some turquoise mascara on my lower lashes which was more obvious than it appears in the photos...
(Will add product list later on...)
Sabtu, 26 Juni 2010
Become hair conscious with our hair care beauty tips. Did you ever notice celebrities flashing really long and flowing hair all of a sudden? They get this done with the right blend of hair color extensions to match their own hair.
extensions and also read how to maintain hair extensions, it is as important as getting an Hair Extension done
Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are useful for people who have really thin hair. Hair extensions could be used for emergency purposes like a messed up hair cut.
Hair extensions can last up to a period of three months.
Maintaining your hair extensions is quite different from how you take care of your natural flocks.
An appropriate brush for your hair extensions is the one with a soft bristle and you need to brush from the bottom to the top.
Tie your hair up in a smooth knot while you sleep.
Never try to do your own hair coloring on your hair extensions at home.
Use your fingers to untangle your hair extensions.
Never apply any sort of conditioners or any kind of products which contain silicone on your hair extension, as they may mess it up.
How long can extensions be?
You can have your hair as long as thirty inches or so. If you try some thing longer than this, that may be too much of a burden on your hair and could damage your hair. For a normal height woman, hair extensions up to twenty two inches are ideal.
They come in all different prices. There are people who will do it for a couple of hundred dollars and then there are others who will charge in thousands. You will be able to get a good deal by shopping around. The best hair extensions are never going to be cheap. In case you are willing to pay the high price, you will have some fabulous locks, which is going to last a lot longer and you will feel a lot better!!
Can I wear my hair up?
Yes you can. The hair extensions must be applied at a level above the middle of your ear. They should not be applied below your scalp level. Now the hair under this level will cover the extensions and so you can wear ponytails or pigtails.
Does it hurt?
It should not. In case the hair stylist hurts you, they do not know the job. It is about time you find a new hair stylist. The braids should be done firmly, but they should not make you uncomfortable. The tension should be spread all over your scalp uniformly and there should not be any points which gives you extra strain. Do not believe if some one tells you that it needs to be really tight. They need not tighten it so tight as to pull your hair out. You may notice that there is some thing on your head for the initial couple of days. Then you won't even remember that the hair extensions are there.
Jumat, 25 Juni 2010
Fall 2010: Clinique Bigger, Brighter Eyes in an Instant Collection
0 komentar Diposting oleh amazing BLOG di 02.38Clinique recently launched its eye makeup collection for Fall 2010, known as Clinique Bigger, Brighter Eyes in an Instant Makeup Collection, which is their marketing strategy for their latest line-up of products. Fan of Clinique products are going to love this new collection. Promo pics are lovely as always, so have a look on them below and also on complete collection and see what it contains.
Clinique six piece strong range collection is designed to help lighten and whiten the eyes area as well as accentuate them and lengthen lashes. Exciting parts of Clinique Instant collection is its new mascara which is known as Limited Edition High Impact Mascara. For instant lift of brows, Clinique has included a brow pencil, as brand knowns the importance of having groomed brows as well as stylish eyes.
In this collection one can also find four new shades of Quickliner for eyes (Black, Plum, Chocolate and Coffee) each one is named as Intense. Vitamin C Lip Smoothie Antioxidant Lip Color are available in six shades – Guava Good, Pear-Fection, Running Latte, Strawberry Bliss, Pome-Greatness and Blackberry Nirvana. In Clinique eye makeup collection one would see new shades in Quick Eyes Cream Shadow Collection which settle well on the eye, and dry without creasing, most appealing shade out of it is Sparkling Nude and Truffle.
Clinique Bigger, Brighter Eyes collection launch date has been settled for August 2010. So, if you want to have something from this collection, then make up your mind fast, as this collection will be available in a Limited Edition.
Teenage is the most important part of our lives and also the scariest. It is also the time when we want to fit in loose that extra baby fat and look good.
In the process we forget that our bodies are changing at this time. It needs a certain amount of nutrients that include vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates as well as fats. The best way to looses weight in your teens is by eating right and exercising. Make sure you get enough water as it is the best way to get rid of the toxins and avoid the acne that is so predictable at this age. The best way to lose weight when you are in your teens is to get moving. Get yourself into a gym or get on a sports team. This way you are not only keeping physically active but also will get a chance to meet a lot of people and widen your friend circle. If you are not really into sports you could join a dancing school or maybe even try aerobics. Dieting is the worst thing to do in your teens as your body will not develop the way it should. But keeping off aerated drinks and junk food will go a long way in ensuring that you lose weight as well remain healthy. Eating healthy and working out right is better that dieting and loosing fat that will make you weak and unenergetic. Also dieting will make you lose weight but you will have loose skin. You need to exercise to tone up.
Kamis, 24 Juni 2010
The elegant choice of lipstick It is not as easy as you may think, when it comes to choosing your lip stick.
Some times you will find a killer shade of lip stick on a celebrity or a model and you get it for the extreme price it is sold at. Now when you come home and apply the shade on your lips, you realize that it is not enhancing your complexion at all. That particular lip stick turned out to be a total waste of money for you. Learn from our beauty tips how to choose the right lip stick.
You can avoid this with the help of a good cosmetic salon where they will help you in finding the right choice for you. Let them work for you and offer you shades. Try them out until you find the right shade for you. This way you will not be losing any thing.
Lip Plumper Tips
Every woman dreams of sexy full lips, at least once in a while in their life. There are some options for you to achieve this either by implanting collagen or tattooing some out lines around your lips. But none of those will give you satisfactory results. And there are much more simpler, practical and cheaper alternatives available to get you the same results. You can follow the four steps given below and obtain sexy full lips.
Step one: Lip balm babe
First step is to use lots of lip balm on your lip. This will avoid your lips becoming cracked or frayed. This is really important in the cold winter months to care more on your lips. You will lose moisture from your lips much faster in winter. Wait for a while to get the lip balm to sink in to the lips. If you do not let the lip balm to sink in, then the lip liner will not work properly.
Outline your lips, right around your lips, with the help of a really natural lip liner. If the line gets uneven any where, wipe it out and do it over again. If you leave an uneven line people will notice it. Once you have the out line done clearly, fill all of your lips with the same color.
Step three: Now add some shine!
Now is the turn of lip gloss; to add some glamour!! Choose a natural lip gloss. Never choose any lip stick which is too dark or too light for your lips. Even if lip gloss looks better on your lips, they do not last like lip stick. You need to have some lip gloss handy, to apply during the day.
Step four: Plump them up
Now this last part is a bit difficult to do. But it is not too hard to do either. Apply a white shimmery eye shadow or eye brow high lighter right in the centre of your lips. You need to do it real carefully and blend it in. The coloring has to be natural and the shade should be lighter where your mouth opens. This will make your lips look fuller and beautiful.
Your dreams will never end. People always dream of some thing which they do not have. So until you start dreaming of your next big one, show your new sexy lips off!!
Enjoy all the admiration which comes your way as well!!
Red Lipstick
How do you use red lipstick?
The big question is, will it look good on you or not?
You have bought red lip stick before. After applying it, you found out that it is not the right shade for you. It may have been too bright on your skin color.
You can reduce the brightness of the red lip stick by mixing it with a little brown shade. After playing around with it a while you may find the perfect color that is totally yours alone!!
Once you found the right shade for you by mixing different shades on your own, and if you no longer feels like doing it over again, you can take this shade of product to a mall and find a shade very close to the one you created.
Rabu, 23 Juni 2010
Know The Style And Fashion Secrets You Will Ever Need
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What is the secret of the seemingly immortal beauty of Meryl Streep, Jane Fonda, and Julie Andrews? Their skin so flawless, style so unique, sense of fashion– simply timeless. So should women of just replace everything in their closet with exquisite and pricey items so you can have a portion of Meryl’s sophistication in Devil Wears Prada? The great news is that you can still look good even when you are in a budget. The style that you wish for lies in the wonders of your very own closet. With a little bit of fashion sense and a dash of tricks up your sleeves, you now that you can turn into that style goddess you have always dreamed of.
Fashion Rules
With a small budget, so many mall sales, and just so little time, where should a woman just start? Here are tips and advices straight from fashion and style experts who live their lives in the hot highway of the runway:
Be open to possibilities. Pat Newquist, owner of Wardrobe Image in Tempe Arizona, spills the only fashion secret-must follow: grow and learn. Being stuck on your flattering style back in the 70s is a major DON’T in the fashion black book of 21st century. But evolving and growing through time should be taken with caution. Be a risk taker, but if you feel too young with a dress, then, just put it back in the rack, according to Newquist.
If you are too afraid to wear it, then go out with it. Fashion should reflect your personality and who you really are. The key to finding the right style is to start with a few classics. Then, start to build up a collection of trendier pieces that will go with the basics you have at hand. Remember, you have a lifetime of building a wardrobe. Take one step at a time.
Know the trends. In other words, stay updated. You can do this by getting your dose of fashion news with your fave mag or with its online edition. Nothing can make you look younger than a wardrobe of right, updated clothes. So know what’s hot and not; pay attention to what looks good today.
But knowing the staples – the pieces that will make a repeat through time – requires some skill. But don’t fret if you don’t have it know; having that knack is a learned skill. Simply skim through the fashion magazines. Notice what the models are wearing? Find something that you like, and know if it looks good on it.
Start a collection of these images. Just have whatever dress design caught your fancy, a cut that will accentuate your features, and even the colors that will look best against your skin. You don’t have to worry about getting organized, let the time do it for you. With time you’ll find that you have developed that skill that can separate the must-haves from a true fashion disaster.
Know your brands. And study them well. Most, if not all, fashion houses became the name they are today because of the fashion ideal that they have maintained for decade. In this way, you can just go straight to go to their retail outlets instead of hopping from one store to another and hoping to find the piece that you are looking for.
Selasa, 22 Juni 2010
If you intend to get a make over, then it is the right time. You can spend less than an hour's worth of time to gain a sexy and attractive look. Keeping your nails in great shape all through this season with the help of the coolest designs available today will definitely add some glitter to your life.
Short and metallic
The most popular shades out there this season are metallic ones. Why not try this trendy look on for this spring? Splashy looking metallic shades will look really great if you keep your nails comparatively short. Any attractive sparkly shades like silvers, greens, blues, blacks etc. are good for your nails. 
Some of the most popular shades out there this season are
greens. So if you want to be really hip, get a great shade of green and you are in the middle of it all. You may find a shade that goes perfectly with your car's paint job as well!!
French manicure
You can try French manicure to get you the cool feminine touch. You can try on a pale pink shade on your nails with a white tip to enhance your finger tips and your attire, be it a swim suit or a dress. You can get a perfect manicure if you get an appointment at a salon and you can choose to do it the natural way or go fancy with acrylics.
If you feel a little more adventurous and would love to polish your nails on your own, check out the french manicure kits available at local pharmacies or department stores. some kits do come with small sticky strips which will help you in deciding how to go about each section of your nails. They will also tell you where to apply the pink shade and where should the white tips go. A lot of guys consider french manicure to be really sexy and so it is still in style. Give it a try and you got your sexy look!!
Pretty and pastel nail art
Pastel colors are always in style; and they will remain so as well. You have so many choices in pastel like a shimmery lilac or lavender, a dainty pink, peach, rose or some other light pastel colors.
If you try an iridescent, glossy, pearly or glittery top coat, that would give you some more brownie points as far as style is considered. If you try a subtle white shade on your nail tip, that would give a modern French manicure look.
Traditional nail design
If you apply strong pink or red shades, it would add glitter to your glamour with any kind of clothes you wear and whatever personal style you have. Lighter shades of red or pink are all seen all over the place on nails and they look great on any skin color, any kind of nails and any choice of wardrobes.
As far as lip stick and nail polish is concerned, pink and red shades had been great all through
Just doing window shopping at a local mall and browsing through the shelves would give you new ideas about new color ideas or style ideas for your nails. There may be some exquisite colored nail polish or a cute set of decals and adornments. You can let your spirits run a little wild and have a fun season. Keep your nails healthy and let your creative juices flow on to your nails!!
Senin, 21 Juni 2010
Which one is the lips with best kissable look? It is always your natural shade of lips with some added glow to make you look prettier or do we have some other beauty tips for it, yes we do have.
Step 1: Prep
Apply some quality lip balm and smoothen your lips. Never use any petroleum based products or Vaseline as they cause your lip stick to skid off. Massage a waxy lip balm like chap stick on to your lips with the help of your finger tips and wait a few minutes for it to set.
Step 2: Pick Your Stick
Get a lip stick which shows the beauty of your lips like a light lip gloss or a sheer lip stick.
Use the lip stick right out of the tube on to your lips. Use your fingers to blend and spread it along your lip lines.
Now the lip gloss can be applied with a lip brush or a wand. Use your finger tip again to smoothen it out.
Step 3: Blot
Once you are done applying the lip color, give a light kiss on your hand's back. This will help you in removing the excess lip stick without reducing the glow. Then rub your lips together smoothly to make the color uniform, and you are ready to go.
Minggu, 20 Juni 2010
by:Cathy Gatson
Sleeping is a necessity, not a luxury. A good night's sleep is just as crucial to maintaining wellness as is a healthy diet and proper exercise.
The Importance of Sleep
Sleep is a restorative process. While we're sleeping, our brain is cycling through the 3 stages of sleep: light, deep and REM. Sleep restores, rejuvenates and energizes the body and brain. Our immune systems are recharged, cells grow and repair themselves, and our bodies conserve energy.
Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Unfortunately, to many sleep is not valued. In this "open all night" society we now live in, four out of ten Americans are trading much-needed sleep hours for longer hours at the office, gym, club and other activities which seem more important or interesting. What they may not realize is that lack of sleep takes a toll on our mental and physical well being. Studies performed by the National Sleep Foundation show that even minimal sleep loss has a profoundly detrimental impact on mood, cognition, performance, productivity, communication skills, accident rates and general health. For optimal functioning throughout the day, the average adult needs between seven to nine hours sleep a night. According to the NSF, the American adult population functions on about six and a half hours of sleep per night.
Don't Sleep?
For some, lack of sleep is not a choice, but a condition. Millions of Americans suffer from insomnia. According to the NSF, a third of Americans are using over the counter or prescription sleep aids at night. If you suffer from insomnia, here are a few tips to help you get some shut eye:
· Pray before bedtime. The bible tells us to "Cast your burden upon the Lord. Don't go to bed with a heavy load. Give it to God. Remember Joy comes in the morning"
· Avoid caffeinated food and beverages like coffee, teas, soft drinks and chocolate 3 to 4 hours before bedtime.
· Exercise regularly, but complete your workout at least three hours before bedtime. Keep your body calm.
· Make sure your mattress is the right one for you. Flip your mattress over periodically.
· Develop a bedtime ritual. Taking a warm bath 90 minutes before bedtime will relax your body and usually make you feel sleepy.
· Make sure your bedroom is quiet and comfortable.
· Have a cup of warm milk.
· Play relaxing music.
· Go to bed and wake up the same time every day. When your sleep cycle has a regular rhythm you will feel better.
Be a Sleeping Beauty
A friend of mine once told me that a woman should present herself to her husband at bedtime like a present. Interesting.so I polled a few colleagues and found overall most husbands prefer their wives to be lingerie clad at bedtime. Nude came in a very close second and pajamas were considered very un-sexy. Wives preferred their hubbys wear only boxers to bed. Whatever your sleepwear preference, bedtime is the opportunity to prepare your mind and body for the rest it deserves. Here are a few more tips to help you sleep pretty:
· Always remove your makeup and cleanse your face thoroughly before bed (Oil of Olay Foaming Face Wash for Sensitive Skin). Going to bed without washing your face not only leads to mascara-stained sheets (Andrea Eye Q's eye makeup remover pads $3.50+ voted best by Allure Magazines 1999) but the dirt picked up during the day can clog pores and lead to acne.
· Brush and floss your teeth.
· Vaseline works wonders on rough spots while you sleep. Try it on feet, elbows, and knees and dab a little on your lips too.
· There are several night creams on the market now claiming to be more effective if applied at bedtime, here are a few to try: Lancome - Primoridale Intense Night Cream $41.50, Murad Perfecting Night Cream $41.50. If these prices are more than you normally spend then L'Oreal Age Perfect Night Cream and Oil of Olay ProVital night creams are available at Wal-Mart and Target. Prices range from $14 - $15.
· If you wrap your hair in a scarf at bedtime, remember to wash it regularly.
· Wear your fancy nighties to bed. Don't save them for a special occasion. You are a special occasion.
· After your bath or shower ritual slather on a lotion that relaxes you and helps you fall asleep like Origins Night-a-mins moisture lotion or Calm to Your Senses Body Souflee.
· Marilyn Monroe is said to only have worn Chanel No.5 to bed but if you prefer something a little lighter then Issey Miyake's L'Eau D'Issey Soothing Night Fragrance is a good pick.
Here's wishing you brighter days and more restful nights!
Sabtu, 19 Juni 2010
Shampoos have stronger detergents contained in them than the regular cleaning products you use on your face. So be careful when you wash the shampoo of your hair.
How to solve this problem?
Wash the shampoo off your hair by letting it flow through the back of your hair by tilting your head to your back.
Under Eye Puffiness
How do you tackle puffiness under your eyes?
If you drink a lot of alcohol or if you do not have enough sleep every night, you may find puffiness under your eyes.
In order to reduce the puffiness, you may use a cold compress on the area until the puffiness is removed.
If the puffiness is a result of alcohol consumption, hydrate your body by drinking a lot of water.
Benefits Of Exercise on Skin
What are the benefits of exercise on your skin?
There are too many good things about exercising regularly....
As more blood is flown to the skin, more oxygen and nutrients are provided and this helps the skin to be better nourished and become a lot more firmer.
Exercising will keep you from aging for many more years. So start exercising, stay younger, look younger!!
Dehydrated Skin
During some seasons you get dehydrated skin
If you have centrally heated home, your home is going to really lack moisture during winter months.
You can install a humidifier or leave some water in bowls in a few places in your home to tackle this problem. All you need to do is remember to do it regularly and it won't cost much.
Dark Circles Around Eyes
If you do not have enough sleep that may cause this condition. Some people are inherited with this condition as well. As you get older your skin under your eyes gets thinner and the veins and blood vessels will appear to be visible through the skin.
Liver problems, allergies, sinusitis, other illnesses etc. could cause dark circles as well.
How can you tackle dark circles?
Some of the steps you can try include the use of a concealer, going to bed earlier, raising the top of your bed to take care of sinus problems, applying a cold compress, including lots of food with fiber content in your diet etc. You can fix the color change in an expensive way using lasers also.
Get Rid Of Skin Blemish
How do you get rid off the blemishes?
How do you tackle your skin when all your efforts to get your skin cleaned are in vain and you find your skin cracking up again?
You may be caring too much for your skin and thus stressing your face with all the cleaning you do on it. This may end up giving you more scars left on your face.
How should you do then? Clean your face only twice a day and use a gentle cleanser on it. You can get a product prescribed by a cosmetologist or you may find one by looking at the labels of different products. The product labels will say whether it is gentle or not.
If you do a touch up during day time, use an acne pad as it will just remove the shine without drying out your skin.
Jumat, 18 Juni 2010
New Rich Color Lip Gloss
New Rich Color Lip Gloss
Pink Buff(a nude pink)
New Rich Color Lip Gloss
New Rich Color Lip Gloss
How do you handle oily skin?
If you have a problem with your oily skin, you can follow these tips to reduce some of your troubles:
Choose a cleansing product made especially for oily skin and use it up to a maximum of three times a day. If you over do washing that will remove all the oil off your skin and this will cause your skin glands to produce more oil.
Wash all the cleansing agent off your face and use a toner or astringent on the oily sections of your face. You may use the astringent all through the day to tackle the extra oil produced.
How do you manage the make up on blemished skin?
Avoid the combination of blemish and make up altogether.
If you apply make up over blemished skin, this is going to make the scar look even worse.
Why is it so? The skin pores may become more clogged with the make up. The contents of the make up may cause the skin to be more irritated and cause it to break up even more.
You may apply make up on very rare occasions on your blemish, provided you remove it as fast as possible after the function/occasion.
Some tips to gain beautiful skin
Some of the things you may do to keep your skin in great condition:
Try to relax and avoid stress as much as possible.
Stay out of the sun as much as possible and use a good sun screen with SPF 15 or higher when you have to stay in the sun.
Smoking affects your skin and so avoid the habit.
Drink at least eight glasses of water every day.
Get lots of sleep.
Make sure you clean your skin thoroughly every day.
Include lots of fruits and vegetables in your diet.
Aging, Sun-Damaged Skin
Approved treatments for aging
FDA has approved only two products for treatment of sun damaged or aging skin. This was done after extensive studies to check the effectiveness and safety of these products.
Renova or tretinoin emollient cream is derived out from vitamin A and can be bought with prescription. This is approved for reducing the amount of fine wrinkles, dark spots, roughness of facial skin etc., on people whose skin do not show any improvement with regular skin care and even with the use of sun protection. Renova do not remove wrinkles nor repair sun damaged skin nor restore your skin to its healthier younger condition. Studies were not conducted in order to learn about the safety of daily use of Renova for a period of more than 48 weeks. It is not advisable for pregnant women or women who are trying to become pregnant to use Renova. The studies conducted for Renova has not been done on people who have moderately or dark pigmented skin or people who are older than fifty.
Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Erbium:YAG (Er:YAG) lasers are approved by FDA for treating wrinkles. The procedure is an out patient procedure and is done under anesthesia in a operation room by a qualified doctor. In this procedure, the facial skin is removed in a layer by layer manner.
Source: U. S. Food and Drug Administration
Kamis, 17 Juni 2010
by: Danna Schneider
Did you ever notice that the bar is continually being raised on exactly what physical characteristics define beauty? As I sit in front of the TV, I am bombarded by beauties with pouty lips, perfect bone structure, flawless skin, more "voluptuous" upper regions, size 2 waists, and hair that resembles spun silk. Take these same beauties and plop them back in time 20-30 years, when the advent of modern cosmetic technology had not even begun to reach its full potential. Do you think they would have had those same attributes you find yourself longing for when faced with these images? My guess is probably not, or at least not to the same extent.
True, genetics play a role in physical beauty, but with the likes of total "extreme" makeover reality TV (The Swan, Extreme Makeover, Dr. Beverly Hills) and abundant publicity, we see that beauty and cosmetic improvement can now be achieved by a few thousand dollars and a good plastic surgeon. Not only that, but cosmetics in general are now so technologically advanced, you can improve your looks by personal makeup application and home treatments.
There are now do-it-yourself cosmetic treatments such as home microdermabrasion kits, chemical peels, "botox" creams and gels, teeth whiteners, hair removal treatments, cellulite treatments, professional hair straighteners and colors, self tanners, lip enlargers, acne treatments, and the list goes on and on (http://www.cosmeticsgalore.com/best-skincare-products-reviews.html ). Cosmetics marketers and science have joined forces to give women everything they ever wanted to be their most beautiful, and feel better about themselves. Women are benefitting by so many companies competing for a piece of these fairly new markets by lower, more competitive prices.
Not only are there new breakthroughs in the world of cosmetic science, but there are constantly new studies and discoveries in the field of nutrition, fitness, and wellness. Combine this with the new wave of technologically advanced cosmetics, supplements, and treatments, and you've got a recipe for a healthier, longer, more satisfying life for those of us who decide to take advantage of the advanced knowledge of our time.
So, does your desire to be your best and most beautiful self make you shallow, less credible, or somehow jeopardize your feminist agendas? Unless you've somehow compromised your integrity, morals, or core beliefs along the way, the answer is ABSOLUTELY NOT! As long as you are not putting yourself at high risk for physical harm, obsessing endlessly, or spending your life savings, investing time and money into your beauty ultimately is an investment in your well being, self esteem, and many times, mental and physical health. Feeling beautiful is part of what makes us women. Come on, it's just plain FUN to experiment with different looks and different products! It feels good to be noticed, and when you feel beautiful, you tend to radiate confidence and power. It is inherent in our nature to want to feel feminine and look and feel our best, and there is nothing wrong with it, as long as it is not all-consuming.
As a self-proclaimed "product junkie", I can attest that many of these newly engineered products really do work, as I have tried nearly all of them in the quest to look and feel my best. I can't wait to see what they'll come out with next, as every new product seems to top the last. Hey, women have come a long way, and we deserve to feel sexy and confident - beyond smoke and mirrors!
Rabu, 16 Juni 2010
There are times when every thing goes wrong. Even if it is only a small stuff that still may keep you down for the rest of the day or even a week. It could be one of many possible disasters. It could be a lost key. It could be a dead battery on your car. Or you may find that there was some thing sticking on your face right after you came home from an important party. It could be your angry boss shouting at you. It could be an employee messing up some important work. Any of these situations could bring a frown on to your face.
Is it that hard to smile after the situation, whatever be it? How do you expect to be able to smile after some thing terrible happened to you? It does not sound normal to be smiling after some thing bad happens. People who are watching you may think that you lost your mind.
But in reality, smiling is one of the ways by which you can let go of your negative feelings like nervousness, anxiety and anger. A smile is a good exercise for your facial muscles which in turn give a glow to your face and make it much more supple and tight. When you smile, your brain produces endomorphin which has the ability to reduce your physical and mental pain. Endomorphin makes your body feel good over all.
When you are not in any mood to smile, all you have to do is look around and you will find some thing to be seen which can always bring a smile on to your face. Some of them are:-
Walking around the block. This is a good exercise and it gives you some fresh air to breathe as well. The exercise the body receives will keep you more energetic and the leisurely walk will relieve your anxiety and make you much more relaxed.
When you are in the daily rush of things, you stop appreciating the little pleasures of life. Always being in a rush will cause you to be really stressed. You need to take a breather from your work, daily house hold chorus etc., once in a while to recharge your batteries. You need time to see the stars and moon once in a while. Listen to the birds chirping in the evening and morning. You need to take it easy and get some extra sleep once in a while. Reading a book, watching a movie, eating out or getting a manicure or pedicure etc. all will help you relax.
Learning some thing new or achieving some thing new is always going to bring a lot of confidence to you. If you can master some thing that you like, that is definitely going to bring a smile on your face. A hobby will be a good idea to keep you engaged and your mind fresh. Try a hand at things like painting, sketching, photography etc. Or else you could give a try at needle work, knitting, crocheting or some thing similar. Any accomplishment on any of these fronts are going to be a confidence booster for you.
Making others happy will make you happy as well. Say some thing good about some one else. When you bring a smile on some one else's face that is going to bring a smile on your face as well. Even simple compliments could make both of you happy. But the compliment has to come from your heart. If there is no sincerity involved that may not give you the satisfaction.
In case of ladies, when you smile even when you are not in a good situation, that shows your grace and maturity. People always respect and admire poised and confident women.
Selasa, 15 Juni 2010
by: Sher Matsen
So many beauty products, which to buy? Each of us is different so our suggestions may not work for all but they are a good place to start. We've had 20 staff members test each product and then compiled their opinions to give you our 25 best beauty buys.
1. Sue Devitt Pencil Liner is nice and creamy with a velvety texture and is available in 10 shades
2. Mac Eye Shadow has a wide selection of colors. If the color is available from mother nature than Mac has it. Rich texture and blends easily
3. Revlon Eye Shadow is expensive and has a huge selection of shades. The colors are up todate and apply easily
4. Maybelline Great Lash Waterproof Mascara is dependable and affordable. Comes with a nice fine brush that grabs every eyelash and the formula is nice and rich and doesn't flake
5. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Filler has a great color selection and applies easily with a brush
6. Stila Convertible Color Blush creates natural looking rosy cheeks. Creamy formula blends well producing a very natural look.
7. Revlon Skinlights Bronzer is inexpensive. It's rich and smooth texture is easy to apply and it is enriched with vitamins A, C, and E. Available in 6 shades and has a SPF15.
8. Tarte Cheek Stain is an oil free push up blush available in 5 natural tones.
9. Max Factor Erace Concealer is inexpensive with a sheer texture so it can be used around the eyes, but covers well enough to hide those more prominent imperfections.
10. Mac Pressed Powder is ultra translucent and you can be sure no shine will creep through.
11. Mac Lipstick is available in over 200 shades. They won't bleed and have a good lasting power.
12. Mario Badescu Lip wax is soothing and not waxy. It is enriched with Vitamins C & E and has a SPF15.
13. Lancome Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss can be worn by itself or layered over your lipstick, resulting in luscious glistening lips
14. Cetaphil Facial Cleanser is highly recommended by dermatologists. No perfumes or irritants, powerful mild cleansing.
15. Kinara Lactic Acid facial Exfloiator is a light hydrating serum that easily absorbs into the skin. Non abrasive exfoliant that cleans deep
16. Olay Regnerist Anti Wrinkle Cream is enhanced with pentapeptides and amino acids that encourage production of collagen for firmer skin.
17. Lancome Heavy Duty Moisturizer is a nonsticky cream that contains glycerin, wild yam extract, sea algae, and soy restore moisture.
18. Dove Facial Cleanser is mild and easily rinses away makeup and oil leaving skin feeling fresh and clean
19. Aveeno Facial Moisturizer is an excellent emoillience but it is scented. Oil-free lotion enriched with skin softening soy extract
20. Murad Acne Kit consists of 4 steps - cleanser with triclosan and salicylic acid to fight bacteria, pore cleaning gel with glycolic and salicylic acids, exfoliating lotion with retinol, and spot treatment with sulphur
21. Kiehl's Blue Herbal Pimple Healer Spot Treatement is a fast acting blemish fighting gel. Contains Salicylic acid, and glycolic acid as well as herbal incredients such as cinnamon bark and ginger root
22. Lancome Eye Makeup Remover will even remove waterproof mascara. Very gentle so perfect for sensitive skin
23. L'Oreal Home Microdermabrasion is a two part system. Smooth skin with aluminum oxide crystals and moisturize with vitamin E cream
24. Neutrogena T/Gel Dandruff Shampoo is soothing and calms the scalp eliminating flakes and relieving itchy scalp
25. Pantene Pro V Overall Conditioner is inexpensive and hairstylists say its great. Frizz fighting rich nourishing formula rich in vitamins is easily absorbed by the hair
These products are great choices to keep you looking great!
Senin, 14 Juni 2010
The food you eat is responsible for giving you the hair you have; not any hair shampoos!!
Great, healthy hair denotes a healthy body as well. So if you have one; you get the other one for free. A balanced and nutritious diet is a must for healthy hair, as is the case with a healthy body. Here is a great recipe and beauty tip to get you amazing hair!! You will not believe the results this would give you.
Water
A quarter of the contents of your hair is water. Water in the hair gives the hair its life and hence you need to drink a lot of water. Never wait till you feel thirsty, as it means you lost more water than your body needs already. Thirstiness is the call of your body to refuel the water tank. Water causes your hair to be really shiny and silky in addition to hydrating your body. You are supposed to drink between eight and ten glasses of water each day.
Protein
One of the major units of hair is protein. A diet with a lot of protein in it is necessary for healthy hair. Protein gives real strength to your hair shaft and thus prevents possibilities like splitting or snapping and other possible damages. Fish, meat, milk, cheese, cereals etc. are protein rich food items.
Minerals
Oxygen supply to the hair is improved with iron in your food. If you lack iron in your food, that will cause your hair from receiving enough oxygen and cause in the brittleness of the length of your hair above the root. Red meat and dark green vegetables are good sources of iron. You can take iron supplements if you have iron deficiency.
Hair protein is built by zinc and helps in reducing hair loss. Zinc is highly available in meat and sea food items.
Your hair color is provided by the copper involved in the food you eat. If you include a lot of copper in your diet, you can get really great natural hair color without using any artificial hair dyes or fake colors. Food items which contain copper are shellfish, liver, fresh vegetables, nuts, seeds, meat etc.
Vitamins
You get great scalp and skin with lots of Vitamin A in your diet. Vegetables like carrots have a lot of Vitamin A and they help you in losing weight as well.
Vitamin B and C helps in having good blood circulation, right hair color and hair growth. By consuming enough Vitamin B and C, you can make sure you will have lots of strong hair without any split ends. Fruits, vegetables, cereals, eggs, milk, bread etc. are good sources of Vitamin B and C.
Do some regular exercises in order to keep your blood flowing great. That along with this diet and the right hair treatment will help you in getting you the hair you always dreamed of!!
Hopefully you might be getting some advertising gigs for hair products as well!!
Shiny Hair
Have shiny hair
Vitamin E is responsible for giving your hair its shine.
Vitamin E can be found in food items like brown rice, nuts, wheat, leafy green vegetables etc. If you add these in to your diet, that is going to help your hair having great shine.
Hope our guide to healthy hair taught you something which you didn't know.
Those were some tips to change your bad hair in to great hair!!
Minggu, 13 Juni 2010
Hi everyone,
long time no see! Lots of things going on... I hope to be back to posting more regularly again but honestly cannot promise right now - hope you understand!
Anyway, I bought those gorgeous feather lashes at Ricky's in NYC and decided to do a recreation of this Shu look:
I am not sure about the glittery stuff on her cheek... I tried glitter, but don't think it looks good enough. Anyone have any ideas for better stuff to use?
Product List
Face:MAC Studio Fix Fluid NC15, MAC Studio Finish NC15, silk powder, MAC Improvise, MAC Good as Gold
Lips: MAC Studio Fix Fluid, MAC Headliner l/g
Eyes: Art Deco Eyeshadow Base, MAC Museum Bronze, MAC Blonde's Gold, Maybelline Expression kohls in black & white, Mattese Lashes, MAC Gold Glitter
