Beauty & Passion

Ideas for Christmas centerpieces

2018-12-22T20:01:00.000+01:00

Very little now. Have you made the guest list? Taken the tablecloth, dishes, forks and all that is needed to make Christmas 2018 special. Only the centerpiece is missing, but you do not want to spend a lot, also because let's say it, for a single day, unless we have a big house and a noble on which to store it, you would spend unnecessary money just for a day. So what do you think about seeing together some ideas that can be achieved alone with what we find around? Remember dear friends, that a beautiful centerpiece yes, but not excessively large. It must not obstruct the gaze of those in front of us.

Acne: this unknown

2018-08-06T03:30:00.000+02:00

I want to talk about acne, or that pathology affects young people. Premising the fact that for any problem, we must consult the doctor, especially the dermatologist, we try to understand what could be the various causes. First we must say that it is a disease caused by many causes: hormones, diet and bacteria. To make it short and understandable to all, the hair follicles become obstructed, white spots and black spots are formed, they become infect and become inflamed. Then ndules, pustules and papules can appear. In severe cases, acne reaches the back. Never squeeze black spots or inflamed white spots. Let us remember not to rely on unprepared staff, but to always consult the doctors who will give us the medicines to avoid, if still possible, the hateful scars.

2018-08-06T00:30:00.000+02:00

You want to get married on the beach, but you do not want to give up the charm of the white dress. Short or long dress? Surely not to sweat and to stay fresh you have to choose fabrics that are light, in cotton and that allow you to breathe the air. How about if we see a few proposals together?

bikini, tankini, trikini and whole: which one to choose?

2018-08-05T20:21:00.002+02:00

We are in the middle of summer and if you have to go to the beach or swimming and you are late for the purchase of the costume, you can read this little guide

The main thing we have to remember is that we do not have to adapt to the swimsuit, but the swimsuit has to adapt to us. We have to stay fit and not imitate the models on the covers

Already in ancient times they were worn, but the modern one was invented by French tailor Louis Réard in Paris in 1946, initially he could not find a model that dared to wear it because of its small size, only a stripper of the Casino de Paris put it. In 1951 it was even forbidden to the Miss World competition, the first market was created in the USA in 1958 with Brigitte Bardot who wore it in the movie "E Dio Creò la donna", then in 1960 the song by Brian Hyland "Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini "started a race to buy a bikini.

Lately we have come to create smaller costumes.

The term trikini was coined in 1967 to indicate a bikini paired with a short, top or pareo. Today, with Trikini, a particular type of bikini is indicated in which the two pieces (bra and briefs) are joined on the front side by a strip of more or less large fabric.

The Tankini is formed by a tank top with built-in preformed cups combined with a brief, a coulotte, a thong or a Brazilian one. Even the Tankini recommend wearing it after reaching the ideal color of the tan and is also perfect to combine with a pareo for a cocktail by the sea or poolside. Ideal for those who do not want to discover too much and for pregnant women.

The whole swimsuit is perfect for water sports but also strategic and elegant when you do not particularly like to show off your body

Dark chocolate ice cream

2018-08-05T00:00:00.000+02:00

300 ml. of whole milk
20 g. of fresh cream
100 g. extra dark chocolate
80 g. of sugar
3 g. of carob seed flour
Prepare the base by starting to heat the milk with the cream and the dark chocolate pieces. When the mixture has reached a temperature of about 45 ° C, add the sugar and the carob flour and bring to 70 ° stirring with a whisk for at least 5 minutes. Let it cool completely at room temperature and then proceed with the creaming in the ice cream maker for 40 minutes or until the ice cream is thick enough. Then store it in the fridge in a container with the airtight cap so that it is well protected.

Shabby style makeup stations

2018-08-04T20:15:00.004+02:00

Good evening dear readers, tonight, here is a roundup of images of some shabby style makeup stations. Lately, I love this style, vintage, romantic and at the same time very elegant. What do you think? The images are selected from the web, they are the ones that I consider more beautiful and easier to redo at home.

Green shabby kitchen ideas

2018-07-25T19:51:00.001+02:00

Lately, I was a bit far from the blog, so many things to do and so many commitments. But now I have rediscovered a style, the shabby one. So I will share with you some images that are on the web, but that seem to me more nice and more particular, for my taste. So let's start with the green kitchens.

The groom etiquette

2016-09-08T12:32:00.002+02:00

Sometimes it happens to go to weddings and see the things "disgraceful". In this first post dedicated to the etiquette of marriage, let's start by the groom. Here's what the groom should or should not do during the most 'beautiful day of her: 1. Yes Tight, to wear always strictly buttoned (with a white buttonhole flower), a must for even the witnesses, the father of the bridegroom and of the bride; then the penalty if the bride wears a long dress and the ceremony takes place in the morning or no later than 18 hours; 2. Yes to the stiff shirt
collar and folded if the shirt is plastron; 3. Yes to the dress of wool, regardless of the season (in the summer, it is recommended, of course, the cool-wool) 4. Yes to tie clip pin with pearl for the plastron; 5. Yes the flagship of Tight, preferably, a carnation from the pastel color or, perhaps, a gardenia; 6. Yes to the medium-tight if the ceremony has a more sober tone and less glitzy or, rather, three-piece dress, for a youthful and bubbly wedding! 7. Yes to the silk tie; 8. Yes to the wristwatch, as long as "hidden" from the cuff of his shirt. 9. No - the smoking, which is still a dress to wear in the evening; 10. No - to gloves and hat (Tight) worn during the ceremony: these need to be removed in fattening church and handheld; 11. No - glove boxes and cylinder if you choose the half tight; 12. No - the trouser flap for tight; 13. No - the choice of tight if the ceremony takes place after the 18: in this case, better to opt for the frac; 14. No - double-breasted dress, not suitable type of ceremony; 15. No - the worn coat (even if it is winter and very cold !!), during the celebration of the rite; 16. No - to both white short socks! 17. No - the clutch in the same fabric of the tie: it is better to choose it in fabric and neutral color, maybe, in white linen; 18. No - any type of jewelry; only exceptions are granted the family ring (for offspring of marriages of the most prominent families!), the pin tie tack, doubles twins to double-cuff shirt, and as mentioned, the wristwatch; 19. No - the clock with chain to hang the gown waistcoat; 20. No - the outdated and dubious taste, "cutting of the tie" as well as, any other kind of excess during the wedding ceremony

Hair: true or false?

2016-09-07T19:39:00.001+02:00

We grew up with some "beliefs" on the hair. This is a short post to answer some questions.In the fall and spring more hairs are lost?Yes, it is true, do not worry.What determines the color of the hair?The color of the hair depends on the presence of a substance called melanin: the more we are present is more dark, anyone owning less has the blond hair.When we begin to age it decreases the production of melanin and therefore white hair appear.

Women have more hair than men?According to some statistics yes, women do have more.Because I have curly hair and another has it straight?The type and structure of the hair varies genetically.How much hair we?On average each of us has between 80,000 and 120,000 and grow to about 12 mm per month. Every day we lose 23/30 but these are soon replaced.What is sebum?The sebum has the function to lubricate the hair.You have to brush your hair a lot?No, the more they brush and you are likely to weaken them, break them and make them opaque.

Chocolate : nutritional values and properties

2016-09-07T19:36:00.001+02:00

Chocolate is one of the favorite foods of children and adults. It has always been considered a little healthy food that makes you fat and makes you pimples. Of course we must not exaggerate, but if taken in moderate quantities, chocolate has therapeutic effects.And 'it considered the "gods" food. Let's see some properties.It helps concentration: one of the major components in chocolate is theobromine, a xanthine that stimulates the muscles of the heart, accelerating the heart rate and blood flow, thus promoting an improvement in the ability to concentrate and the waking state.

Lowers the pressure: the dark chocolate would have the ability to reduce the blood pressure, especially systolic, thanks to the polyphenols it contains.

Improves mood: the phenyl-ethyl amine in chocolate increases the synthesis and release of endorphins in the brain. Chocolate has an antidepressant effect.

Fights swelling: theobromine active kidney function and stimulate diuresisIt reduces cholesterol: fat content in chocolate are represented by the acid oleic and this substance is counteracts the activity of the bad cholesterol, increases the good cholesterol, HDL.

After analyzing the benefits of chocolate, Let's review nutritional values(Source: Lifegate.it)Chocolate fondenteproteine 3.2 gfat 33.5 gcarbohydrates 60.3 gpure lecithin 0.3 gtheobromine 0.6 gCalcium 20 mgMagnesium 80 mgPhosphorus 130 mgIron 2 mgCopper 0.7 mg40 IU vitamin A0.06 mg vitamin B1Vitamin B2 0.06 mgVitamin C 1.14 mgVitamin D 50 IUVitamin E 2.4 mgenergykilojoules (kJ) 2080kilocalories (kcal) 495
Milk chocolate
protein 7.6 gfat 32.3 g57 g carbohydratespure lecithin 0.3 gtheobromine 0.2 gCalcium 220 mgMagnesium 50 mgPhosphorus 210 mgiron 0.8 mgCopper 0.4 mgVitamin A 300 IUVitamin B1 0.1 mgVitamin B2 0.3 mgVitamin C 3 mgVitamin D 70 IUVitamin E 1.2 mgenergykilojoules (kJ) 2160kilocalories (kcal) 515
White chocolateprotein 7.5 glipids 37 g52 g carbohydratespure lecithin 0.3 gtheobromine -Calcium 250 mgMagnesium 30 mgphosphorus 200 mgiron tracescopper tracesVitamin A 220 IUVitamin B1 0.1 mgVitamin B2 0.4 mgVitamin C 3 mgVitamin D 15 IUVitamin E Tracksenergykilojoules (kJ) 2260kilocalories (kcal) 540

Chamomile : a thousand properties

2016-09-06T21:33:00.000+02:00

Chamomile is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Compositae family, genus Matricaria; its flowering is from May to September and it can be found a bit 'everywhere. The white petals, immediately after flowering, are facing down. Chamomile its flowers are used, which, when dried in the sun, are put to steep in hot water.

Chamomile was known to the Egyptians who considered an herb by the anti-inflammatory properties.
Science has identified some very important active ingredients, essential oils as the two leaders of the 'sedative: chamazulene and alpha - bisabolol.
Chamomile is ideal to combat digestive stress, headaches, menstrual pain, the 'anxiety and the nervousness, has sedative properties so it is also recommended in cases of insomnia.
The best way to take it is the herbal tea that causes the excess intestinal gas expulsion.
You can also take the form of essence: a few drops mixed with sweet almond oil smeared on 'abdomen calm the tension and the pain in his belly.

Chamomile is also used for hair care and is an excellent remedy to lighten blond hair by the time they tend to become darker. To do that you have to prepare a flower infusion, let it cool, filter it and use it regularly after shampooing.

Cellulite: exercises to eliminate it

2016-09-06T21:06:00.000+02:00

Dear friends, today I would like to share with you some exercises to combat cellulite. Let's face it, all we are a "affected" by this little imperfection. The sedentary lifestyle is certainly among the causes which favor cellulite. The correct medical term is pannicolopatia edematous-fibro-sclerotic and is an inflammatory process that produces exudation of fluid in the intercellular spaces, and if left untreated leads the atrophy of capillaries and infiltration of fat in the intercellular spaces. All this causes a subsequent increase in fat cell volume, water retention and fluid stasis in the intercellular spaces.

There are three types of cellulite, divided according to the stages:• Edematous: Create an edema that fluid accumulation and is present in adipose tissue, especially around the ankles, calves, thighs and arms.• Fibrous: characterized by small nodules and the classic skin orange peel. Painful if massaged.• Sclerotica: the tissues become hard and will result in large nodules. It 'also very painful.Cellulite must be fought with weapons 4: diet, massages, two liters of water a day and exercise regularly practiced.Gymnastics only works when combined with proper nutrition: reducing sugars, fats, carbohydrates and sweets, eat white meat, legumes and fish. Abound with the rations of fruit and vegetables and reduce water retention consume pineapple, grapefruit and red fruit.In a study of 120 women suffering from this unsightly result it is that 79% did not do any physical activity, so it is useless to spend money to cure cellulite unless you exercise. The only "free" remedy is movement.The exercises should initially be aimed at the reactivation of the circulation of the blood vessels in the legs and buttocks. Definitely the best activities to reduce cellulite are those that aim to restore tone to the muscles of the legs and firm up the buttocks: bike or exercise bike, long walks to activate metabolism, stepper, water aerobics and swimming.Aerobic activity should still be practiced for at least 40 minutes because the body starts attacking the fat after about 20 minutes.E 'can also carry out other simple exercises that help in the fight against cellulite. It 'important, however, to have perseverance and confidence, do not be discouraged if after a week we do not see the desired results.We can make vertical and horizontal leaps and lunges (5 minutes each) and then conclude with a brief 20-minute ride. After the race we do a self-massage of the legs, through rich in allantoin cellulite creams, especially inner thigh from the bottom 's high for about five minutes.Another exercise is to contract the buttocks. You can do that when you are sitting, when you are working, when you drive your car, when you wash the dishes, when you are at the table. This serves to lift the buttocks, it takes perseverance but in the end the results are good.Third exercise: standing with a chair on your left, resting his left hand on the back and the right hand on the right side. Squeeze your buttocks and lift your right leg bringing it back. Remain in this position for a few seconds then riappoggiate leg. Repeat for 15-20 consecutive times, then change legs.Fourth exercise: Lie on the floor with your arms at your sides, bend your legs and lift your hips off the ground. Remain in this position for 20-30 seconds then return to the starting position. Repeat this exercise 20-30 times.Fifth and final exercise: Lie on the right side, resting her head on folded arms. Lift the left leg stretched to 20-30 times in a row, then turn on the other side and repeat.

Means, brittle nails

2016-09-06T21:02:00.002+02:00

A few days ago a friend of the blog asked me what to do to brittle nails. I think we all had the experience of the classic "broken nail" at the wrong time. Maybe it breaks a few days before a special occasion, dinner or important marriage. In this post we try to understand what are the causes of brittle nails and in the next post we try to "salvage".
As the nails are made?The nails are made of protein, keratin and sulfur

Because the nails are brittle?The causes are varied: environmental factors that favor dehydration and flaking (frequent hand washing), the 'continued use of solvents, lack of certain vitamins and minerals that determine the weakening.Deficiency of vitamin A and calcium causes lack of elasticity and brittleness of nails. Deficiency of vitamin B causes fragility with vertical and horizontal stripes. A low intake of vitamin B12 due to dry nails, very rounded, scurimenti, and ends that curve. The lack of protein causes white stripes. Iron deficiency causes vertical lines and nails "spoon".
What are the remedies?If we have the "habit" of eating their nails, nail biting, try to eliminate this habit which creates a nail damage embrittlement. Surely it is recommended the use of a "protective" glaze that contains nourishing and moisturizing substances or special supplements that strengthen the 'fingernail. Obviously before taking anything, you have to consult your medico.Possiamo also implement a "grandmother's remedy": take a basin of water, then add the salt, you have to melt it until you get to saturation, ie until when what you put in the water is no longer able to melt just because the solution is saturated. Put your fingers to soak for 10 minutes, then rinse. You have to do this every two days to two weeks and then continue once a week.

Nail abnormalities

2016-09-06T20:58:00.002+02:00

Your nails say a lot about the health; often nail abnormalities depend only a trivial disorder as a fungus, but if the 'anomaly persists, you have to go to the doctor because it could reveal a more serious illness. In these cases the do-it-yourself is to avoid serving a check at a specialist, confirms Marcello Monti, director of 'Unit of Dermatology' Humanitas Clinical Institute and professor at 'University of Milan. In Europe, the leading expert on nail related to health anomalies is French dermatologist Robert Baran.L 'nail is made of keratin, a fibrous protein; usually the 'nail looks like a white-pinkish semitransparent lamina where we can distinguish a free edge, a central portion, two side edges inserted in a folding and a white root (lunula).The root of 'toenail is a layer of cells (matrix) that reproduce by ensuring the construction of' fingernail. The growth speed of the
blade is 1-3 mm per month, and about every four months the 'nail is renewed completely.Here is an indicative table to discover the anomalies of the nails and physical health:Nails with white spots: are not due to a lack of calcium as is often believed, but d 'air bubbles caused by the trauma of' nail matrix, which is the tissue that produces the foil. The white spots on the nails are common in those who do manual work or teases cuticles, but do not indicate any disease in your overall health, so be well assured.white and brown nails: in this case the 'nail is probably infected by a fungus (onychomycosis). If your nails are pale instead there may be a 'anemia. transverse white stripes are often caused only by manicures too aggressive.pink and white nails: if the nails are white with a pink stripe on the end may be suspected liver cirrhosis. There is talk of white nails Terry, the name of the researcher who understood the link between the color of the nails and this liver disease.BLU-purple nails: if the 'anomaly concerns all the nails is a serious problem of respiratory or cardiac failure. In fact, when the blood does not circulate well, get enough oxygen to the extremities and in particular nails becomes bluish.Yellow-brownish nails: they may be caused by a fungus that takes in 'moisture of showers and pools; care by milling the blade of 'nail and applying sulfur-based creams.Nail STRIPS WITH BROWN: are usually only bleeding from trauma, but if they persist may be a mole. The in of the nails should be checked because the risk of the nail melanoma is higher than in other parts of the body.Yellowed nails: typically are only colored by something, such as cigarette nicotine. The disease called syndrome of yellow nails is very rare, if they are also yellowed toenails can be a respiratory disease.Prick nails: small depressions on the nail surface are typical of psoriasis, a skin disease that manifests as patches and scales, and that in 10% of cases involving the nails. Often there are also yellowish spots.brittle nails are common in those who often bathes his hands in hot water and detergent, and in this case the subject is healthy; in other cases, brittle nails can denounce the lack of amino acids, minerals (iron, zinc, copper, selenium) or vitamins (B6, A, C, E and biotin) to integrate with a 'more healthy diet or with the' help of food supplements.Nails THIN OR eroded: may depend on Lichen Planus, a skin disease that occurs often in those affected by hepatitis C. In this case you have to start a cure for both nails both the liver.Nails that stand out: it is often only a reaction to 'use of irritating products without adequate protection (eg no gloves); But if you detach more sheets, you can suspect pneumonia, a 'drug intoxication, or a thyroid disorder.A SPOON nails if your nails are dug in the center in the shape of spoon this can only depend on simple shots taken in the fingers; if the cause is not this, you can instead think of an iron deficiency, then to a 'serious anemia. But the same effect can also give thyroid problems.Nails WITH LINES CROSS: if they concern a 'single nail are traumatic; if they relate to all the nails are due to diabetes, circulatory problems, fever or drugs like those used in chemotherapy.Nails WITH LINES LONGITUDINAL: generally only say that of 'nail matrix is aging; but if you are deep cracks, it should go to a dermatologist because of reported damage to 'nail matrix, then one of' nail disease.Nail CLAW: l 'nail thickens, becomes yellow and bends claw, usually this anomaly of' nail affects the 'big toe and is typical of people who have bone deviations of the toes. L 'only cure is to remove the' nail and its matrix.Nails A SLIDE D 'CLOCK: are convex, they tend to hold the tip of the finger pads; this anomaly of 'nail is linked to respiratory disease, liver and' intestines and is common in heavy smokers and alcoholics

The foundation

2016-09-06T13:50:00.000+02:00

In business the foundation can be found in fluid consistency, creamy, compact. And 'an emulsion that makes the skin smoother, covering redness and discoloration, and it is essential sper the trick estate.

Smooth, creamy or compact?

You must choose your foundation according to your skin type. If you have normal or oily skin will choose a liquid foundation, cream ones are best suited for dry skin because they are enriched with active moisturizing and smoothing, while compact ones are suitable for all skin types.

As coating effect?

In principle plus the foundation and 'dense, more and' its coating effect. So if you search for a natural makeup, better to choose a fluid foundation.

How to choose the color?

The color of the foundation should be chosen based on their skin color, the colors match or a lighter shade, to avoid unobtrusively with neck, ears and neckline.

How to apply it?

First, on perfectly clean face, apply moisturizing cream.

Pour a small amount on the back of your hand to warm it up, if it is liquid, or use a sponge or brush for foundation if compact. With sponge or with fingertips blend the product on the face with movements from the center outwards.

Blot with a tissue excess of the foundation and secure with a thin layer of transparent powder.

Dictionary and nail methods

2016-09-06T13:41:00.002+02:00

Very often, about the nails, we hear of different methods. Here we go for short.

Acrylic method
Questaè a universal technique, excellent for all kinds of nails, especially recommended for those who suffer from nail biting problems. And 'the technically more complicated method, but allows you to get a perfect result even on very compromised nails or missing.

silk method
And 'the most durable method of reconstruction, indicated in the correction of broken nails and flaking and in the extension of the natural nail. The result is very natural and durable.

UV Gel Method
And 'the method of reconstruction more' fast, self-polishing, very transparent, you get a perfect curvature of the nail. The material used only hardens when exposed to UV light-curing special lamp Delta.

method Tip
Quick rebuild, odorless and easy to apply with tip

Self-modeling methods
It is new products and light-curing self-leveling, very quick and easy to apply, to obtain elastic and transparent nails.

brief dictionary
Acrylic - and 'a reconstruction method that uses a substance in powder form more' a liquid (catalyst) to obtain a substance which solidifies in a few seconds.
Buffer - And 'a foam pad with 4/7 of roughness sides' different. It is used for grinding and polishing the nails.
Map - are adhesive molds that fit the nail shape and act as a support for the stretching / nail.
Catalyst - it is said of a complementary substance, generally liquid, which has the chemical function of melt or harden a substance.
Cleaner - cleaning product
Cutter - steel instrument (type cutters), with a special blade tip and strong, suitable for cutting nails or tips.
Photocuring - is a compound or product that, when exposed to UV rays solidifies.
Molds - are specialty media for the reconstruction of the nails, to be placed on the fingertip.
Glitter - matt or bright colored powders ideal for nail decorations on gel or acrylic.
Grit - means grit or sand; the terminology accompanied by numbers 100 to 240 is used for files and indicates the degree of abrasiveness'.
Monomer - simple molecule capable of joining to other similar to form a polymer.
Polymerization - process by which simple molecules come together to form new much more 'large molecular complexes.
Primer - product preparer natural nail, balancing the pH. Disinfects the nail bed and ensures maximum grip of reconstruction products.
Sealant - product curing, clear lacquer or pinkish, which helps the strength and durability of the reconstruction.
Sunblocker - the styling product that is applied on artificial nails to protect them from reactions caused by sunlight.
Tips - are holders of ABS to glue on natural nails for the extension and reconstruction. Suitable for short and regular nails.
Top-Coat - clear lacquer or top coat. It gives a highly polished appearance, which should also apply on natural nails or as a fixer of colored enamel.

What is the food pyramid ?

2016-09-06T13:35:00.001+02:00

I decided to make a change to my blog. I want to change, and I decided to reproduce all of the articles in English. Then I write in this language.

The food pyramid represents the traditional diet and guides us towards healthy eating and equiibrata. The pyramid consists of six sections containing various food groups. Each group must be present in our diet in proportion to the greatness of his sezione.Alla base of the Pyramid are foods that we can use more freely while at the top there are those who are best to limit.

As you can see from the Mediterranean pyramid foods to consume they are:

• every day: grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, olive oil, cheese and dairy products.

• a few times a week: fish, poultry, eggs, pastries.

• a few times per month or a little 'more often, but in small doses: red meat (beef, sheep, swine, and equidae, fresh or preserved) .It is very important to carry out physical activity every day and eat a bit' of wine but in moderation.

It is important to remember that no food, taken individually, is able to meet all the needs of our body.

Oro e cristalli superflui

2015-10-10T19:41:00.002+02:00

Viviamo in tempo di crisi, non è una novità. Arrivare a fine mese è un'impresa ardua. C'è chi, nonostante tutto, preferisce "spendere e spandere" il proprio patrimonio in oggetti alquanto superflui e abbastanza costosi.

Oro 24 carati, diamanti e cristalli swarowski sono solo alcuni dei componenti di biciclette, mouse, zaini, collari per cani e vasche prodotti su richiesta o battute all'asta a cifre stratosferiche.
Avete bisogno di un amo da pesca? Che ne dite di questo?

Avete la passione per il "Monopoli"?

L'onicomicosi: controllatevi l'unghia

2015-09-09T09:50:00.003+02:00

Avete l'unghia gialla, maleodorante, leggermente rialzata dal letto ungueale, che si sfalda? Potreste avere un'onicomicosi.

Senza scendere nel dettaglio microbiologico, in quanto internet è piena di riferimenti ed approfondimenti sul micete di riferimento, si può riassumere che l'onicomicosi è un'infezione fungina, trasmissibile, difficile e lunga da curare.
Inizia a presentarsi in prossimità della piega ungueale mediale o laterale (quella zona in cui l'unghia si incarnisce per intenderci) generalmente dell'alluce, e poi si diffonde sul resto della lamina cheratinica.
Dal colore biancastro/giallastro, nei casi più gravi si può arrivare al colore verde/marrone scuro. Questa patologia antiestetica colpisce entrambi i sessi e si può contrarre in diversi modi. Si parte da una scarsa igiene personale: scarpe che non traspirano e sudano ne favoriscono la crescita. Il fungo in queste condizioni prolifera e trova l'habitat ideale per poter riprodursi e replicarsi.
Anche la piscina e le palestre sono tra i primi luoghi maggiormanete a rischio di contaminazione: camminare scalzi a bordo piscina o poggiare i piedi a diretto contatto con piatti di docce non perfettamente igienici, fa in modo che si crei un'infezione crociata.
Pensiamo al pedicure: potrebbe favorirne la colonizzazione. Vi spiego il perchè. Immaginate di dover fare un trattamento estetico. Se siete in un centro poco "curato", e con questo intendo che le addette ai lavori non curano la disinfezione/sterilizzazione degli strumenti, e prima di voi è stata "coccolata" una cliente con micosi all'unghia, non prontamente riconosciuta dall'estetista di turno, ecco che si crea un'infezione crociata. La tronchesina , per esempio, utilizzata sulla signora X, prima di voi, non è stata disinfettata/sterilizzata. Arrivate, vi sedete ignare di ciò che è accaduto prima, e l'estetista utilizza la STESSA identica tronchesina contaminata in precedenza. Il fungo della signora X, si trasferirà sulla vostra lamina ungueale. A distanza di qualche mese, se si saranno presentate le condizioni per la sua proliferazione, vedrete delle zone biancastre/ giallastre, il segno di una proliferazione iniziale (in fondo alla pagina troverete varie foto, in diverso ordine di gravità).
La stessa cosa si può presentare se il trattamento viene fatto in casa, magari condividendo lo stesso taglia unghie e se tra i componenti del nucleo familiare che già qualcuno affetto da onicomicosi.
Solitamente gli anziani ne sono più soggetti, perchè presentano anche un calo di difese immunitarie e quindi sono più "facilmente" attaccabili.
Se è possibile, evitare di provare le scarpe nei negozi a piede nudo, scambiare e condividere lo stesso smalto, evitare di effettuare ricostruzioni per lasciare respirare l'unghia e per poter mettere in pratica i trattamenti farmacologici.
Ricordatevi che nei casi più gravi l'unghia può cadere e si può diffondere o alle altre unghie dei piedi o a quelle della mani.
In commercio esistono diversi trattamenti farmacologici antimicotici, ma ricordatevi che il trattamento è lungo, stancante e dispendioso. Si può andare da un minimo di due mesi, se il fungo è preso in tempo, ad un max di due anni o più se ormai è in stato avanzato.
La prevenzione è l'unica arma per sconfiggerla.

Paralizzata per un pennello da makeup

2015-04-07T08:49:00.001+02:00

Pensavo fosse una bufala all'inizio, ma poi ho visto che la notizia è stata riportata anche dai giornali più quotati, ed ho deciso di riprenderla anche io, per portarvi a conoscenza della cosa.
Una ragazza australiana di 27 anni, il giorno di San Valentino, ha condiviso un pennello da makeup per coprire un brufolo acneico. Sull'oggetto per il trucco era stato incrociato un batterio stafiloccocco MRSA, che tramite la lesione da acne è entrato dentro il corpo della giovane donna ed ha colpito la spina dorsale, costringendola a letto.
"Ho avuto la sensazione di intorpidimento nella gambe… francamente pensavo di stare per morire: il dolore era più forte di quello di un parto".

Fortunatamente la patologia è stata presa in tempo, il batterio non ha superato la barriera ematoencefalica e la ragazza non è entrata in coma.

Adesso è sulla sedia a rotelle e sta facendo riabilitazione, gli sviluppi sulle sue condizioni sono incerti, non si sa quando e se riuscirà a recuperare perfettamente l'uso delle gambe.

Consiglio a tutte le ragazze, estetiste, makeup artist che stanno leggendo il blog, disinfettate sempre e sterilizzate gli oggetti che utilizzate, mai condividere le stesse cose! Le contaminazioni si possono evitare.

A volte ritornano: gli ex. Come non ricadere nella loro trappola (1)

2015-04-06T18:50:00.002+02:00

E' stato trattato poche volte sul blog, ma viste la numerose insistenze e i vari messaggi, alla fine eccoci qui a parlare di ex o meglio come non ricadere nelle loro trappole. Dopo essere state lasciate, parlo al femminile, in quanto questo blog è seguito per la maggior parte dal mondo del gentil sesso, e dopo aver accettato il fatto di essere state lasciate, dopo aver pianto, aver sofferto per qualche "stronzo" di turno, ebbene, potrebbe succedere che il disertore si rifaccia nuovamente vivo e, quando ormai NOI avevamo ritrovato l'equilibrio con NOI stesse e con il mondo che ci circonda, ci ripensi e ritorni come se nulla fosse successo.

Facciamo un passo indietro e capiamo il perchè il Cretino, decida dall'oggi al domani di lasciarci e di come poi, risvegliato da un coma profondo, si rifaccia vivo come se nulla fosse successo. Ricordo di aver letto tempo fa sul sito "Il mondo di Art" una carrellata di eventi che fanno capire le varie tappe del coming back. Le riporto testualmente:

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Il perduto amore realizza di non essere felice con noi
Ogni uomo cerca la felicità quindi il perduto amore inizia a guardarsi intorno
Incontra una persona che ascolta la sua frustrazione
Si sente capito: il suo narcisistico desiderio di attenzioni viene appagato
Ci lascia … per noi inizia il calvario
Forti delle regole del decalogo, attuiamo la tecnica del no-contact (Se siamo bravi riusciamo anche a non restare sconvolti dalla scoperta del coglio-clone)
Entro 4/8 settimane (a seconda delle capacità individuali del coglio-clone) il perduto amore comincia a sperimentare i primi ripensamenti: è quella che definirei la fine dell’effetto “novità”
Il perduto amore inizia a fare sentire la sua presenza con sms cordiali agli amici, mail affettuose ai familiari, post su facebook con linkate le nostre canzoni etc
Noi perseveriamo nella tecnica del no-contact (niente contatti senza una precisa dichiarazione d’intenti)
Il perduto amore entra in confusione, comincia a dubitare delle sue scelte, mette in stand-by il coglio-clone o lo inganna spudoratamente, alla fine cerca un contatto diretto: manifesta con noi il desiderio di ridiscutere la questione
Noi interrompiamo la tecnica del no-contact, gli concediamo una chance (sempre che nel frattempo non sia arrivato anche per noi un coglio-clone di ripiego)"

Sicuramente, molte di voi, hanno avuto modo di essere coinvolte da questo effetto boomerang.

Prima di ricadere nel tunnel, fermiamoci un attimo e pensiamo a ciò che era successo prima: noi piangenti in una "valle di lacrime" e loro beati alla ricerca di nuove "avventure" e nuovi "ambienti" consoni alla loro riproduzione. Ricordiamoci Lui è tornato solo perchè non gli è andata bene!

Se concediamo la seconda possibilità, NOI camminiamo tre metri sopra il cielo, credendo che quella possa essere la volta buona, il the end fiabesco. Ma mentre NOI andiamo girando con gli occhi a cuoricino, dopo circa due/tre giorni, il cretino di turno inizia a far lavorare la testa, i pensieri lo assalgono. Si sente confuso, non è più sicuro. La vita torna ad essere monotona come prima, gli scenari quotidiani che lo avevano fatto arrivare alla conclusione di lasciarci prima, ritornano nella sua vita.

Dopo i primi giorni di amore e ti amo, i litigi e le incomprensioni si riaffacciano.

Il circolo vizioso ricominicia. Il CRETINO dice che ha sbagliato, si scusa per averci ferito di nuovo e ritorna a scarrozzare nuovamente sul mercato.

Ovviamente tute le storie sono diverse e non bisogna generalizzare, ma non soffrite più di una volta a CRETINO.

Il vero amore deve essere in grado di fare qualcosa che ci lasci a bocca aperta, che magari ritorni da noi con un anello, per voler trascorrere tutta la vita insieme. Basta parole, più fatti!

Lentine colorate: si o no?

2015-04-03T17:33:00.000+02:00

Mi è capitato, essendo un'appassionata di makeup, di imbattermi nella foto in alto, ed è sorta spontanea una domanda:
"Perchè stravolgere il proprio aspetto? Sostituendo il colore naturale dell'iride solo per "apparire" diversa? E se un ragazzo si innamora dei "falsi" occhi azzurri, come ci si comporta? Lo si illude a vita o alla fine si dichiara la verità?"

Mille domande, mille diversi punti di vista non solo tra i giovani ma anche nel mondo degli esperti. C'è chi sostiene che le lenti cosmetiche non farebbero male alla salute dei nostri occhi e chi invece come la FDA (Food and Drug Administration) invita alla massima attenzione dato che le lentine decorative potrebbero portare persino alla cecità, causando danni alla cornea, in seguito all'uso prolungato.

Personalmente, faccio uso delle lentine classiche graduate, e quelle colorate non le ho mai usate e ne credo di usarle mai. Pieno rispetto per coloro che le usano. Ognuno è libero di fare ciò che vuole.

Se una tinta fatta bene, può illudere gli altri e far credere di essere bionde naturali, in caso delle lenti colorate, a mio parere non c'è scampo. A parte che si nota l'apertura della pupilla e alcune volte la lente non si centra bene nell'occhio; inoltre se si guarda attentamente la lente si notano i "puntini" che vanno a costituire il colore dell'iride finta; infine, il colore scelto dall'ottico, potrebbe non essere lo stesso su di noi: la diversa concentrazione della melanina, che colora gli occhi, potrebbe alterare il risultato cromatico finale.

Ma ormai in commercio, se ne vedono di tutti i colori, di tutte le forme e sono utilizzate anche dai giovanissimi

Dermablend Vichy: opinioni contrastanti

2015-03-31T19:11:00.004+02:00

Dopo averlo tanto sentito nominare, una mia amica, colpita da una lieve vitiligine, si è fatta "attrarre" dal famoso e tanto osannato fondotinta "miracoloso".
Andiamo per ordine.

Il prodotto acquistato, in parafarmacia, è il fondotinta per il corpo in tonalità "Medium". Prezzo 26 euro.
Ho avuto modo di testarlo anche io, non per coprire discromie, ma per verificarne la consistenza e la tenuta.
Partiamo dalle cose positive:

Ottimo rapporto quantità-prezzo
Basta davvero poco fondotinta per procedere all'applicazione, quindi si risparmia e non si consuma prodotto inutilmente.

Lo so, forse vi aspettavate qualche punticino in più, ma purtroppo non ho trovato altre caratteristiche positive da elencare.
Passiamo alle varie note negative:

Per il corpo sono disponibili solo tre tonalità. Quindi, per crearne la propria, si dovrebbero acquistare due per mixarli insieme
E' vero che la texture è molto consistente, ma è difficile da spalmare. Credo che applicarlo con le dita sia la cosa migliore
Sulla confezione è riportata la dicitura "Alta resistenza" (in francese ed in inglese), ma io alla fine della giornata l'ho rimosso con una semplice acqua micellare. Niente prodotti bifasici.
Si parla di fondotinta anti-transfert, il che dovrebbe significare che una volta applicato, e lasciato asciugare per un pò, non dovrebbe macchiare i vestiti. Così non è. Vi ritroverete con macchie sui vestiti che dovrete eliminare con lo sgrassatore
La risposta alla domanda, lasciata volutamente alla fine, "Copre effettivamente, come millantato nei video"? Ebbene, la risposta che mi sento di darvi è : nì. Ve la motivo: è molto consistente è vero, e se ripassato più volte riesce ad attenuare parzialmente un'eventuale discromia, ma l'effetto non è per niente vicino al video del ragazzo teschio/scheletro o a quello di Cheri. Lì si vede come la pelle sembri perfettamente normale. In realtà, la vitiligine rimane, la chiazza si vede di meno, ma non si nasconde completamente.

A questo punto credo, come molte già affermavano sul web, che i prodotti usati nei video, largamente visti su youtube, siano realizzati con la linea Vichy Professional, non venduta, almeno da quanto sostengono le più esperte, in Italia, al momento.

Conchita Wurst è una Barbie

2014-08-26T13:55:00.001+02:00

Dopo la realizzazione della bambola di Emma Marrone, in occasione dell'Eurovision song contest 2014, non poteva mancare la Barbie per la vincitrice della manifestazione canora: Conchita Wurst.
Ecco la foto della drag queen che ha tenuto alto il nome dell'Austria e la sua doll.

Emma Marrone diventa una bambola

2014-08-26T13:48:00.000+02:00

Ricordate l'outfit stile greco che ha sfoggiato la cantante salentina per L'Eurovision song contest 2014?

Ebbene, da lì è partita l'idea di far diventare Emma una bambola.
Realizzata in edizione limitata, riproduce l'aspetto e l'outfit dell'esibizione europea.