Beauty Tips

How to Make Matte Lipstick

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 25 Jan 2014 08:18:00 +0000

1 & 2 : Apply the lipstick all over.
3 : Take a Blush on your finger. Than apply the same shade of blush on your lips until it completely matte.
4: Here you got your matte lips.

Natural Skin Care Remedy With Effective, Organic Ingredients

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:00:00 +0000

What you are going to need to get your hands on is you truly want to look younger is a natural skin care remedy featuring a compilation of the most effective ingredients available.

Too many of the anti aging skin care products don't give you anything to work with, as they are mainly comprised of chemically developed synthetics. Chemical agents are the last thing you want to be using on your skin.

Not only do these compounds not provide you the vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants you need for healing and revitalizing your skin, but they could potentially cause you harm.

It has been proven that many of the chemical agents regularly included in cosmetic formulas are toxic or carcinogenic, which is why it is not advisable to apply them to your skin. You certainly don't want these substances accumulating in your body.

A quality natural skin care remedy will not feature anything except the organic compounds you need in order to moisturize, firm, and smooth your skin.

What you will find in these products are plant derivatives, protein complexes, enzymes, and nutrients that are microscopically reduced to improve their effectiveness. One example can be found in Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10, which is a nano-emulsion form of CoQ10.

Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 penetrates far more deeply than the standard variation of Coenzyme Q10 does, and that allows this antioxidant to heal chemical structures more efficiently.

Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 also has something that other antioxidants don't, and that is the ability to promote improvement in the creation of collagen and elastin. More collagen and elastin means firmer, smoother skin.

The best natural skin care remedy on the market combines Nano-Lipobelle H-EQ10 with a fusion of enzymes and protein complexes called Cynergy TK.

This component also stimulates new collagen and elastin creation, and it is the most powerful antioxidant available today. A single molecule of Cynergy TK can eliminate the threat posed by up to a million free radicals, and this is exactly what you need.

By investing in a natural skin care remedy that features this duo of ingredients, you can literally turn back the hands of time.

Valerie Rosenbaum is an experienced and well researched writer on the subject of natural, anti wrinkle creams. She has been researching them for many years.

The skin care products she recommends to instantly reduce fine lines and wrinkles include natural ingredients like Nano-Lipobelle HeQ10, Functional Keratin and Phytessence Wakame. To learn more about what she found visit her website.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Valerie_Rosenbaum

Acne Skincare - How to Get Rid of Acne Fast

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 03 May 2010 02:20:00 +0000

Do you want to know how to get rid of acne fast? Believe it or not, something as simple as making a few easy changes to your daily skincare routine might be the answer.

As strange as it sounds, many people wash their faces incorrectly. But your skincare regime should be specific to both your particular skin type, and any skin problems you have, like acne. If you suffer from acne breakouts, following this simple, daily routine is the first step to having clearer skin.

1. Use a Cleanser with Benzoyl Peroxide

One of the major causes of acne is bacteria. So your first step is to gently wash with a cleanser that contains benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient that kills bacteria.

Benzoyl peroxide can cause irritation, especially when you first start using it. So use a product that contains only 2.5% or 5% or benzoyl peroxide. Many users find that, over time, a lower percentage is just as effective as using a higher dose, and without the skin irritation.

Don't scrub at your skin. Scrubbing won't get your face any cleaner. Instead, it could aggravate your acne, making it even worse.

2. Use a Glycolic Acid Gel or Cream

After gently patting your skin dry, apply a non-comedogenic lotion, cream or gel that contains about 8% glycolic acid to your face. Glycolic acid will help prevent clogged pores, another major cause of acne. It can also help get rid of any dark, discolored spots left on your face by previous acne breakouts.

3. Spot Treat Blemishes and Breakouts

Use a product that contains 5% to 10% benzoyl peroxide to spot treat current breakouts. This will give more potent treatment to your current, problem areas, while saving the rest of your face from possible irritation.

4. Finish Up with an Oil-Free Moisturizer that contains sunblock

Most people who have acne probably also have oily skin. Oily skin can block pores and cause breakouts. Another cause of blocked pores could actually be the moisturizer you are using. Look for moisturizers that are noncomedogenic, oil-free, or water based. Also, if you are using the glycolic acid treatment, it is important that you choose a moisturizer with some SPF, as the glycolic acid makes your skin more sensitive to the sun.

If your skin is very oily in some places (like your forehead, nose and chin) you might not have to apply moisturizer to those areas at all. Instead, apply moisturizer to the dry areas, like your jaw and cheeks.

If you want to get rid of your acne fast, following this skincare routine twice a day (morning and evening) is the first step to having clearer, acne free skin.

For some acne sufferers, benzoyl peroxide and glycolic acid can be too harsh. If you are looking for natural ways to combat your acne and you have sensitive skin, natural acne remedies are especially helpful.

For more tips on getting rid of acne, check out Jennifer's guide to acne home treatments.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jennifer_Connolly

Bare Essentials Makeup - What You Need To Know

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 12:47:00 +0000

You are advised not to use bare essentials makeup unless your face is clean. Therefore you have to know some bare essential information about what may invade your skin. pimples are infections provoked by staphylococci in an area where a hair gets out of the skin joint by the channel through which flows the fat produced by sebaceous glands. Many times these pustules are dilated and they contain impurities, bacteria, fats, visible as black pimples. In the case of a staphylococcus infection, around the poly sebaceous follicle appears first a red area and then in the middle, pimples will be formed.

Pimples

Pimples appear with the case of acne, a disease which is a consequence of a lack of balance of internal secretion glands, of the gastro-intestinal and hepatic trouble, of the suprarenal insufficiency, of the hypothyroid, or trouble of the neurovegetative system. Because this disease has different causes, you should consult a skin specialist, in order to understand a diagnosis and to follow the right treatment. Many of the people who have pimples are tempted to pick them them immediately, and not taking proper hygiene steps, which leads to an infection of the skin and to a breeding of the pimples.

In the case of the treatment recommended by the doctor, the hygiene of the face also has an important role. Don't touch your face with dirty hands. Your face will be washed with warm water and bare essentials soap, twice a day, and in the evening you will wipe it with Bare Essentials Makeup alcoholic, degreasing lotions. In the local treatment you will use special bare essentials powders based on sulphur or zinc oxide. The black pimples must be regularly removed because they provoke pustules.

Freckles are small, round spots which appear especially in spring, when the sun shines more brightly. They are more frequently seen in the case of blond or red-haired people, more rarely in the case of dark-haired ones and their favorite areas are the face, the arms and the neck opening.

What To Do About Freckles

To prevent the occurrence of freckles, you can use a Bare Essentials Make up lotion, to wipe the face before going to bed, based upon Rose water, ammonium chloride and maillot water. In order to treat the freckles you can use Bare Essentials Makeup oxidant substances which action more slowly, but they don't harm the complexion, and which contain perhidrol, natrium per borates, magnesium peroxide, hydroquinone etc.

Dry Complexions

For dry complexions there are recommended bare essentials creams based on lanolin. These creams must be applied on the clean complexion and they must be kept there during the night too. In some cases Bare Essentials Makeup stores offer you more active substances like mercury and bismuth salt, which action by deactivating some skin pigments. These will be used under medical control or following the advice of a bare essential cosmetician, because they can produce irritations, therefore their long lasting use may be harmful.

You can also use Bare Essentials Make up masks based on lemon juice, yoghurt, acid uric milk , oxygenated water, egg white and beer yeast and in general substances which make the face white and clean it. For those who present a predisposition for freckle occurrence, bare essentials cosmetics recommend lotions based on water, vinegar or lemon juice. They can be used in the case of dry complexion, but after a few hours you will apply a bare essentials makeup fat cream. The general rule is that no freckle treatment will be applied around the eyes, as that area will be greased with special bare essentials nourishing creams.

Wrinkles

Wrinkles appear because the skin loses in time its suppleness and its normal smoothness. Firstly you can expect to see vertical and horizontal wrinkles on the forehead, then wrinkles around our eyes. After that you can expect to see some wrinkles around your mouth, these creases start from the nose and they are extended until the corners of your mouth, then appear little vertical wrinkles above the upper lip and your eyelids get wrinkles too. It sounds terrifying, doesn't it? Wrinkles don't necessarily appear only when we get older. They appear because of other factors: cold, heat, humidity, temperature variations.

Our depressive state of mind, like sadness, worries, cause the occurrence of wrinkles, while a good mood doesn't have the same effect. While we laugh 13 muscles are activated and when we are depressed, 60 muscles are activated. When we laugh, the blood flows more quickly, nourishing the skin. In addition, you shouldn't sunbathe too much if you don't use special Bare Essentials Makeup protective lotions against sunburn. A bright light has negative effects upon our eyes, but we can prevent them using bare essentials sunglasses, with high quality lenses. On the other hand, a diffused light is also harmful for our complexion. This problem should be avoided if we determine the source of light.

To conclude , if you try Bare Essentials Makeup cosmetic products you won't have pimples , or freckles , or wrinkles , only a shiny , fresh complexion.

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Hair Loss Treatments That Work

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:20:00 +0000

Finding hair loss treatments that work can be exhausting and disheartening but there are a select few you can trust. How well they help with your problem will depend on the type of hair loss you have and if they are complemented by appropriate supporting products and supplements.

FDA Approved Hair Loss Treatments

You'll find a plethora of treatments for hair loss that will all attest to being the most effective but in fact there are only three treatments that have been approved by the FDA. This means that they have undergone extensive clinical and scientific testing in order to prove not only their efficacy but also their safety in treating hair loss.

Propecia

This is known to be the single most effective treatment for male hair loss and its success has been continually demonstrated. In studies of men aged 18 to 41 with mild to moderate male pattern hair loss these results were recorded:

* 2 of 3 men who took Propecia regrew hair, as measured by hair count
* All men who took the placebo lost hair by the end of the 5-year study
* Throughout the 5-year study, the difference between the 2 groups increased. The maximum increase in hair count with Propecia occurred in the first 2 years of the study
* By the end of the study, there was an average difference of 277 hairs in a test spot (1-inch circle on top of head) between men who took Propecia and men who took a placebo

Most men have to use Propecia for at least six months before seeing visible results but some men will notice results in as little as three months of starting treatment.

Propecia is most effective when taken as soon as the warning signs for male pattern hair loss appear. In a five year study, the longest controlled clinical trial of a hair loss treatment in fact, men who were treated with a placebo and then switched to Propecia one year later never caught up to the men who took Propecia for the full 5 years.

Because male pattern hair loss is an ongoing condition, if you stop taking Propecia, you will likely lose any hair you have gained during treatment because it allows the condition to continue to progress. Male pattern hair loss is the result of a genetic sensitivity toward dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which, in genetically predisposed hair follicles, causes them to shrink. This in turn results in thinning hair - the first warning sign - and if left untreated, can lead to baldness as the hair follicle eventually becomes dormant. Propecia inhibits the formation of DHT on the scalp and reduces further hair loss and helps regrow visible hair but there is not sufficient evidence that Propecia works for receding hairlines at the temples.

For optimum results, it is advised that Propecia is combined with one or more of the proven treatments, and it's also important that any use of prescription treatment is monitored by a specialist.

Minoxidil

Minoxidil is a topical hair restoration agent that has been approved by the FDA since 1988. When applied directly to the scalp, minoxidil encourages hair growth and hair loss stabilisation but results vary from person to person for a variety of reasons. This is why there are various strengths of minoxidil available, some with added anti-androgen agents.

Two studies of the effects of minoxidil 5% solution (the strongest available is 12.5%) in treating male-pattern hair loss found:

* The 5% solution very effective in 15.9% of patients, effective in 47.8%, moderately effective in 20.6% and ineffective in 15.7%
* Hair loss areas of the scalp became smaller in 67.3% of the men, unchanged by 31.9% and larger by 0.8%
* Hairs lost during washing numbered a mean 69.7 at the beginning of the study, and a mean 33.8 at the end of the study
* Hair density improved by 74.2% of the men, unchanged by 24.3% and worsened by 1.5%
* Of the 669 men who reported when results of minoxidil treatment were first noticeable, 13.9% reported results in the first month, 52.3% during the second month, and 33.8% during the third month

Side effects

Like most prescription drugs, Propecia and minoxidil can cause side effects, but for both they are very unlikely (under 2% of users for Propecia and under 4% for minoxidil), usually mild and there are no known long-term side-effects for either medication.

Side effects from Propecia were experienced by 1.8% of the study's participants and can include allergic reactions such as rash, itching, hives, and swelling of the lips and face, problems with ejaculation, breast tenderness and enlargement, and testicular pain.

Side effects from Minoxidil, mostly dermatologic, were reported by 3.9% of patients in the study. They ranged from mild facial hair growth, headaches, rashes and palpitations. All were mild and needed no medical treatment.

Both medications' side effects have a short half life which means their adverse effects diminish shortly after ceasing use. There are no long-term side effects.

Increasing the Treatments Potential

Various booster treatments that complement the FDA approved hair loss treatments have been recognised to produce superior results but the best results are likely to be realised when the hair loss sufferer consults a hair loss specialist. Diagnosis of the cause of hair loss, assessment of the characteristics of hair loss in the individual patient, and a treatment plan based upon individual diagnosis and assessment will ensure the best possible treatment is administered and expectations are kept individual and realistic.

A specialist can also monitor the effectiveness of treatment clinically and through use of comparison photos, as well as provide other hair loss treatment options to augment the benefits of the FDA approved treatments.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kate_Moody

Laser Hair Removal Treatment & Techniques

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:27:00 +0000

There are many different techniques to remove unwanted hair. Some of these include waxing, shaving, coils, electrolysis and laser. Although each has its advantages and disadvantages, they all perform the same function. That is removing unwanted hair.

One such technique that has become quite popular these days is laser hair removal. This technique works by using a laser on the hair at a specified wavelength that emits a specialized light. The light from the laser is passed through the skin and is absorbed by the hair follicle. This light actually targets the melanin (colour) in the hair follicle and damages it, thereby causing the hair to fall out. Interestingly, the use of certain laser for removing hair has been approved by The Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Although the technique is popular, there are advantages and disadvantages of using this method.

Advantages of Laser Hair Removal

The laser hair removal process has advantages in that larger areas can be treated. In addition it is also safe enough to be used on all parts of the body such as the face, back, underarm, bikini line, legs and arms. Compared to electrolysis, it is less painful as the laser only causes a slight burning sensation compared to the needle prick feeling of electrolysis. Unlike shaving or waxing, laser hair removal is usually long lasting.

Disadvantages of Laser Hair Removal

One disadvantage for laser hair removal is that not everyone is the perfect candidate for this type of treatment. Those with lighter skin and dark hair have a much higher chance of permanent hair removal than grey, red or blonde hair. In addition, those with dark skin or who are tanned are also not good candidates as the laser may cause damage to their skin due to high pigment levels. The reason being is that dark hair contains a pigment called eumelanin which effectively absorbs more laser energy and therefore results in more effective destruction of the hair follicle. Due to the higher effectiveness of the treatment towards dark haired fair skin patients, it leads to fewer treatment and is therefore less costly. Other the other hand, grey, red and blonde hair contain a pigment called pheomelanin that absorbs less laser energy reducing the effectiveness of the treatment. Therefore extra treatment is required for the same effect. So before you sign up for this treatment, make sure you know the principal of this treatment. If you are not an ideal candidate, be prepared for extra treatment charges.

Laser hair removal is expensive due to the multiple treatments required. The reasons is that hair grows in a cycle that ranges from approximately 6 to 12 weeks and this is the amount of time that it takes hair to grow from the base of the follicle to the surface of the skin. As hair grows during these cycles, only a portion of the hair is being treated during this growth period with each laser treatment. Therefore multiple treatments (approximately four to eight depending upon your colour of your hair and skin) are required during this growth period. This is so that each treatment allows total coverage on all hairs during the various growth cycle. This can range from approximately a four to eight week interval. As discussed above, darked hair patients with fair skin require less treatment.

The average cost per treatment ranges from $500 and about four sessions are required. Again, this number will differ depending upon the size of the area treated and the colour of your skin and hair. To get an exact cost, a consultation on pricing is an individual process and it is best to discuss this with the laser center.

Once you have decided to undertake this treatment, make sure it is performed by an experienced laser treatment centre. Due to different state regulations, there has been varying level of compliance with laser hair removal centres and this has resulted in improper treatment by unskilled clinics. Some states require a doctor to perform the treatment, whilst for others; anyone including "unskilled" personnel can perform the treatment. Read the latest news on laser hair removal for more information. These improper unskilled clinic may result in burns (similar to sunburn), lesions, skin discolouration that can last several months, or patchy/patterned regrowth. One rule to remember is that cheaper is not always the best, so find the best laser hair removal centre around.

For more information on laser hair removal please visit Laser Hair News

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Collagen Lip Injection - Here's How To Get Those Sexy Full Lips

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:45:00 +0000

Collagen lip injections have been the gold-bar standard in lip augmentation procedures for the last two decades and they have been plenty of publicity as more and more stars come out and admit that they have had the procedure done to them. Actresses like Angelina Jolie use the injections to temporarily enhance the shape of the lips, giving them a fuller, sexier shape. While the injections may only last three to four months at a time, they are the way to go if you are unsure about having permanent implants.

The collagen used in lip augmentation procedures is made from the collagen collected, processed, and purified from the skin of a cow. Some people have had allergic reactions to this substance, forcing a worldwide allergy sensitivity test to be required for all patients have this procedure performed. As long as the body does not reject the collagen, the procedure can take place. The body will eventually absorb the collagen, and the procedure can be repeated as often as the patient wishes to have it done - and can afford to have it done.

The beauty of the collagen lip injections is that patients can see what they will look like with fuller lips without having to be stuck with a more permanent effect. This is a good way to test out a new look, to see how others react, and to see how the patient feels about their improved appearance. Plus, collagen injections have also shown to help reduce the wrinkles in a persons lips due to aging, another factor to be taken in consideration on the beauty front.

Doctor's can increase the size of the upper or lower lips - sometimes both - based on what the patient is looking for. He or she will discuss with the patient in great length what the patient is hoping to get out of the procedure and together they will come up with a look that is fitting for the person. Everyone is different so this consultation and the subsequent decisions that come from it are very important.

The injection procedure is done on a walk in basis, usually in the doctor's office. Patients have their lips injected with collagen and go home. Some doctor's use a collagen lidocaine mixture that helps numbs the lips at the same time the collagen is being introduced to them. This keeps the number of injection sites down to one and it also helps patients recover more quickly with less need of pain medication. Some swelling and bruising simply cannot be avoided, but by following the doctor's instruction and applying ice packs over the course of the following 48 hours, most patients will see improvements quickly.

This type of procedure is used quite often to help people plump up their thin lips or to simply give them a bit more fullness than they had before. If you are thinking about collagen lip injections, contact your local physician and ask them to refer you to a specialist in the state in which you live and ask for a consultation to see if this procedure right for you.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mike_Schlacter

Which to Use Mineral Makeup Brands ?

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 23:37:00 +0000

You might have interested in using mineral makeup as it become popular these days, but there are many brands and just as many or more promises. You might wonder what the hype is about as well as if you will see any true benefit from using mineral makeup.

Mineral makeup has become as popular as it is for a reason. It's ideal for most skin types and generally flatters those who wear it. Let's look first at some of the benefits of mineral makeup and then examine a few of the top-selling mineral makeup companies.

Benefits

There are aesthetic benefits of using mineral makeup and actual benefits to the skin itself.

People who use mineral cosmetics claim that it makes their skin look better and that their skin looks fresher and less made up than when they used another kind of foundation. Although your skin might look less made up, most of those who use mineral makeup are happy with the naturally polished look the makeup gives their skin.

The key to getting that naturally polished look is application. Mineral makeup lends itself well to a light application followed by a light application. You can easily build on the makeup when needed for a more formal occasion, or you can keep it light. The key is to start light and build from there.

The other primary benefit of mineral cosmetics and all types of natural makeup and foundation is its benefit to the skin itself. Because mineral cosmetics is naturally derived and contains no products that can irritate the skin, and nothing artificial, many believe that it's better for the skin. Those with dry skin find that their skin is more balance and those with oily skin find they have fewer breakouts. This is especially true for women who previously used liquid foundation.

Brands

Three of the top selling brands in the mineral makeup market are Mary Kay, Bare Minerals and Raw Minerals.

Bare Minerals is the company that brought back the concept of mineral cosmetics makeup (previously somewhat popular in the 1970s). The makeup is 100% natural and is sold on television, on the internet and in stores throughout the United States. Bare Minerals refers to the mineral makeup that's sold by parent company Bare Escentuals, which also offers a wide array of skincare and other products.

Mary Kay is also a leader in the field of mineral and natural makeup. Because the company is generally thought to offer one of the best makeup brands around, it stands to reason that the mineral makeup would be a top seller. Offering six shades of makeup and a full coverage application brush, Mary Kay seeks to topple the incredible popularity of the Bare Minerals brand.

Raw Minerals is one of the newer products to enter the popular makeup line, but it's taking a share of the market quickly. This brand adds additional ingredients to its makeup that might help the skin stay healthy. These include soybean and natural corn extracts, among other things.

It's the reported benefits of mineral makeup that have women clamoring for it, and all that's left is a decision about brand. If you can, try a sample of a brand you're interested in before making a purchase. Then you can be assured of getting the right brand for you.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Marcus_Ryan

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Lancome Mascara Makes Lashes Long and Sexy

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:36:00 +0000

Lancome Mascara is thick and rich, even if you forget to take your make up off after working late at night, you won't wake up with raccoon eyes and most of the time you don't even get flakes. Thanks to the astounding brush that Lancome uses, the mascara spreads quickly and easily on each and every lash, not like some mascara's where you have to keep going over and over your lashes to get the desired length. There is no primer coat -- so it saves your time in the mornings, not like that other brands.

With the Lancomes Mascara in Black, your lashes are long and sexy, making you feel sexy too. You will not even mind wearing glasses as the length is just perfect for showing off, but not so long as to get the lenses dirty.

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Lady Gaga - everyday makeup look

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 01:08:00 +0000

The products used are:

line wink eye primer-coming soon
smokey classics eyeshadow cashmere cream
Sephora black cream eye pencil
YSL black liquid liner
Medium lashes
Laura Mercier brow shade duo
MAC blush melba
Rimmel 900 pink blush lipstick
Lancome juicy tube red
Bylaurenluke Flash some lash mascara 3am black

5 Make-up Tips - Best Party Looks of all Time

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:56:00 +0000

Exciting, elegant and simple to do!
Head-turning party looks don't come any better than these.

1) The Big Tease

Big hair is back on runways. The most gorgeous hair looks sensuous and touchable, not hairspray-stiff.
Start by working a dollop of mousse into towel-dried hair from end to roots. Blow-dry. Set your hair on hot rollers, meanwhile you can put on your make-up.
When the rollers are cool, remove them and comb through your hair using a hairspray-misted brush.

2)Lush Lashes

False eyelashes add glamor but they can never beat the allure of natural-looking lashes.
Use eyelashes curler close to the base of lashes. Press firmly for 2 seconds. Move the curler up and move again. Repeat several times to the tips for natural-looking curls in tour lashes.
Then apply mascara. Hold wand horizontal, forcing it in close to the base of the lashes and wiggling it. This will give thicker lashes and an eyeliner effect.

3) Smoky Eyes

Posh and sexy. Purple is hot eye color for party. It gives added style to smoky eyes. Instead of using black, apply brown eyeshadow across the eye sockets to create a thick eyeliner look.
Blend in purple eyeshadow with strong pigments, either shimmer or matte,on top of the brown. Finish by sweeping the shimmer-based mauve shadow across the whole area. This softens the smoky eye effects and adds some festive sparkle without looking too theatrical. Finish with mascara and sheer gloss.

4) Bright Lips

Break free of the classic red party lips and reach out for upbeat pinks, rosy reds or coral. Go for glossy vibrants puckers. You can either layer a lip gloss over your lipstick or swipe on pigment-rich lip gloss. If you're feeling a little enthuasiatic, match nails for a vintage.

5) Lilac Liner

To to minimize chick look, line your eyes with a girlie lilac shade. On skin with yellow undertones, lilac brightens your overall look and helps bring attention to your eyes without looking too loud.

Holiday Gift Ideas – DIY Homemade Scrubs

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:03:00 +0000

Below are easy DIY holiday gifts that will please and delight any recipient. In addition, they are eco-friendly.

1) Rejuvenating Body Scrub

3-4 drops of Peppermint Oil
5 tablespoons of sea salt
1/2 teaspoon carrier oil such as almond or grapeseed.

Mix the peppermint oil and sea salt together. Add the carrier oil and then add enough water to moisten the mixture.

2) Relaxing Lavender Sugar Scrub

1/2 cup of jojoba oil
3/4 cup of white cane sugar
1 teaspoon Vitamin E
1/4 cup almond oil

6 drops of lavender essential oil
Directions: Combine all ingredients in large bowl. Mix until combined, and then pour into desired container.

3) Candy Cane Bath Salts

3 cups of Epsom salts or sea salts
3 Teaspoons of Sweet Almond Oil
9 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop of red food coloring (more if you like)
1 drop of green food coloring

Get three bowls, in each of the bowls add 1 cup of salts, 1 teaspoon almond oil, 3 teaspoons of peppermint essential oil. Add 1 drop of each of the food coloring to two of bowls. You will end up with a bowl of red, green and white. Let sit a few hours.
To create the candy cane effect layer layers of each color, a layer of red, a layer of green, a layer of white, over and over until you fill the jar.
Decorate the jar with red and green ribbon, candy cane gift tags or several small candy canes.

4) Euphoric Fizzy Bath Salts

Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Citric Acid--1 tbsp
Essential Oils--8 drops
Jar--4 oz

Choose 3 or 4 oils from these essential oils: Champaca absolute, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine absolute, Linden absolute, Myrrh, patchouli, Rose, and Ylang Ylang. Add sea salt, baking soda, citric acid and oils to jar. Gently shake to mix ingredients. Add to tub of running water.

Foods that is good for your hair

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:29:00 +0000

Shampoo and conditioner alone are not giving you the healthy hair you desire. To have the most luxurious hair possible, you will need to step out of the shower and go to the kitchen.

According to a Chicago-based dietitian, Dawn Jackson, hair grows about 1/4 to 1/2 inch each month, and the foundation of all new hair, nail, and skin growth is the nutrients you eat. If you consume a healthy diet, you will grow healthier and stronger cells throughout your entire body.

Be careful of dietary supplements to thicken hair or make it grow faster. They may go wrong. Even though you can get beauty supplements on the shelves of most pharmacies or stores, try to get the nutrients you require from foods at any time possible. In rare cases, excess certain nutrients supplementation, such as vitamin A, has been related to hair loss.

Here are list of some foods that should be the base of your healthy hair diet:

1) Salmon Fish

Salmon fish is full with omega-3 fatty acid. This high-quality protein source is also filled with iron and vitamin B-12. These nutrients support scalp health. An insufficiency can result in a dry scalp and giving the hair a dull look.

2) Dark Green Vegetables

Dark green vegetables such as spinach, broccoli and Swiss chard are an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C. They also provide calcium and iron. Your body needs these nutrients to produce sebum, the oily substance that secreted by hair follicles. It is treated as natural hair conditioner.

3) Beans

Legumes such as lentils and kidney beans should be the most important part of your hair-care diet. They provide plentiful protein to promote hair growth, but ample zinc, iron, and biotin. While rare, biotin insufficiencies can result in breakable hair. It is recommended to consume three or more cups of beans each week.

4) Poultry

Poultry such as chicken and turkey provide high-quality protein that will give you the healthy hair. Without enough high-quality protein, you can experience weak breakable hair and can result in hair discolor.

6) Eggs

Eggs are one of the great protein sources. They contain vitamin B-12 and biotin, which are very important beauty nutrients for hair.

7) Whole Grains

Whole grains, including bread and breakfast cereals, contained with zinc, iron, and B vitamins, which are very important for a hair-healthy

8) Oysters

Oysters may be known as an aphrodisiac, but they can also lead to healthy hair. The secret to their hair-boosting abilities is zinc, a powerful antioxidant.

9) Low-Fat Dairy Products

Low-fat dairy products such as yogurt skim and milk are best sources of calcium, an essential mineral for hair growth. They also contain casein and whey, both are high-quality protein sources.

10) Carrots

Carrots are the best source of vitamin A, which supports a healthy scalp. As a healthy scalp is essential for a well-conditioned shiny hair, it is wise to include carrots in your diet plan.

Best haircuts for fine hair

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:16:00 +0000

Fine hair is compromised of thin strands of hair which have a tendency to break easily. Fine hair refers to the hairs structure not its quantity. Therefore not all fine hair is thin hair. You can also have an abundant amount of fine hair. Abundant fine hair is usually characterized by flat limp hair against the scalp then a large amount of flyaway hair. Some cuts can work for both types of fine hair, but others suit one or the other so take care to consider this.

There are many hair care tricks to make fine hair look fuller and beautiful, but your haircut has the most dramatic influence in enhancing your hairs fullness. Here you will get some of the best and worst haircuts for fine hair. In addition, tips on caring for fine hair are also included.

Before you go for a haircut it is important to make sure you have a hair stylist that understands your fine hair. Not all hairdressers know how to get the most out of fine hair. Fine hair, especially if it is straight, doesn't hide a bad cut well. If in doubt look for a stylist who has the same hair structure and quantity as you, they will undoubtedly know how to handle your hair and remember that your hair type requires regular cuts to keep it from looking thin and straggly.

Also remember when considering a new haircut that you also need to ensure the style compliments your face shape and lifestyle requirements.

Cuts to try:

The Bob

The reality is that hair all the one length and relatively short looks the fullest. This is why the bob style cut is one of the most popular hairstyles for fine hair. It can work for both thin and abundant hair types depending on your face shape. Make sure it is completed with blunt cutting scissors that cuts the ends straight across.

The medium length layered cut

Mid length hair benefits from layers to create the look of body in fine hair. Layers can also be cut to take the weight off abundant hair to ensure that it bounces up rather then looking stringy. Layers that can be styled to flick under, or out can increase the hairs fullness around the face. Try to ensure hair is cut in the direction of growth to work with it as much as possible.

Short cuts

The shorter you cut fine hair the fuller it tends to look. Pixie style cuts that are closely cropped and layered look good when spiked. Or try a cut with blunt fullness on top and graduated blending to shorter at the neck. Victoria Beckham's recent hairstyle with short hair which is longer at the front and flipped over to one side really creates the appearance of volume on fine hair.

Fringes

Fringes help both thin and abundant fine hair because both hair types tend to lie flat and limp against the head. If you have abundant longer hair then a fringe sweeping to one side will give you volume around the face area. If you have short thin hair the shorter and heavier you cut your fringe the better.

Sharon Stone is a celebrity who has fine hair, she has often worn her hair in blunt bobs or short spiked pixie styles complete with a minute spiky fringe. When her hair gets long it tends to get wispy and isn't as attractive hence why we don't see her sporting that kind of look often.

Cuts to avoid:

Make sure you avoid the following if you have fine hair, because it will only make it look worse.

Long hair

If you have thin, fine hair then hair past a bob length cut won't look great. If you have abundant fine hair that you can grow it a little longer, but hair much past shoulder length will start to look wispy and sparse.

Razor style cutting

Make sure you avoid cuts completed with razor cutting scissors because they have a tendency to make your hair look even more straggly and flyaway.

Cuts with no style

Fine hair doesn't hold styles as well as thick hair so ensure that you get a cut which is a style in itself.

Color, care and styling also play a role in helping fine hair look its best. Color can enhance the appearance of fine hair, because the process of hair coloring makes the hair shaft swell making it appear thicker. Highlights in particular can add the appearance of volume and chunky highlights tend to be the most effective. You will probably find that you need to wash your hair more frequently then people with other hair types because the oils in your hair will make it look lank quite quickly. Perms or curled styles can help fine hair look fuller and they can help tame abundant fine hair by giving it a more structured style.

Be very careful when using products on fine hair, rich conditioners and gels can weigh the hair down making it look even lanker. Instead use products like lightweight mousse at the roots.Your fine hair can look beautiful with the right treatment, so just make sure you take on some of this advice when caring for your fine hair!

How to prevent bad breath

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:50:00 +0000

Bad breath can spring up when you least expect it and can leave you to face a very embarrassing moment. The main cause of bad breath in our physical bodies is bacterial growth. Known as plaque, this bacteria allows some sulphur compound types of chemicals, to be created as a volatile cocktail in your mouth. Tooth decay, even indents or grooves in your tongue, can be holding, or catchment areas for this bacteria. Your tongue contains millions of microscopic filaments that trap tiny food particles, and create a home for bacteria.

Here are a few ideas you can do to prevent bad breath:

1) Chewing Gum
Always keep a package of mint chewing gum in your pocket or in your purse. It's the perfect way to disguise that spicy meal that is lingering on your breath. And you never know when you're going to meet someone when you're out and will need that bit of peppermint confidence to get you through.

The market is filled with your choice of flavors and spice intensities and you may want to just chew a piece for a few minutes after the meal to get rid of the possibility of any bad breath. Then you can get rid of the gum and feel refreshed.

Fruit gums taste great but they don't eliminate bad breath as quickly as a mint flavor, and in some cases, they just add to the distasteful odor.

2) Breath mints

These can be more beneficial than gum especially if you want to freshen your breath quickly and not have the issue of something stuck in your mouth. The mint dissolves, your breath is fresh and you are able to speak without working around the candy.

You can buy single containers of tiny breath mints or rolls of larger mints. It's just a matter of preference.

3) Avoid certain foods. When you're out with someone or planning to meet up with someone, avoid spicy foods that leave a lingering presence. For example, don't eat curry or garlic before a job interview because your breath is going to knock everyone over.

And sometimes breath mints aren't strong enough to give lasting effects for this type of bad breath. So, you should avoid these foods when you don't want that lasting bad breath to keep coming back at you.

4) Gargle. You can gargle with a mouthwash once or twice a day to help maintain that clean, fresh breath. If you're fighting a cold, this is especially good because you might not be aware that your breath is becoming offensive.

As well, the mouthwash will help to kill the bacterial germs that are causing the cold.

You can purchase purse-size bottles of mouthwash, as well, and keep that with you to use sporadically throughout the day to help kill the cold germs and freshen your breath.

5) Breath sprays. Keep a breath spray in your pocket or in your purse for those unexpected moments when you have to speak to someone and want to have fresh breath. It's quick and easy and freshens your breath instantly.

Clean, fresh breath is so much more inviting than a bad breath that is sure to be a turn off.

Best exercises to get rid of cellulite

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:03:00 +0000

Cellulite is simply a fancy name for fat deposits under the skin. Most women are cursed with cellulites. The unsightly result of this fat storage is often a dimpled and bumpy appearance of cellulite on the hips, thighs, and buttocks. Tackling cellulite requires some perseverance in your exercise regimen and diet to see noticeable results.

Diet is everything

The mantra of eating well cannot be emphasized enough. If cellulite plagues your body, you need to focus first on a proper diet. Lean proteins, plenty of vegetables and fruits, and limiting fat intake is the only way to prevent adding to your fat stores.

A healthy diet works in conjunction with an appropriate exercise regimen to burn the excess fat from your body. Consume plenty of water to help hydrate your body and flush your system, every day, all day.

Why exercise?

Exercise stimulates circulation of fluids throughout the body that results in, you guessed it, more effective fat burning. The best exercise routine combines a cardio workout with target exercises for strength training. All exercise is beneficial for reducing cellulite. Remember that although you might not see immediate lessening in the dimpling of the skin, keep at it. You are burning fat and toning the muscles under the fat. Slow and steady wins the race and in this case, gets the best results.

Cardiovascular Exercise

Always begin every workout, even simple toning exercises, with a warm up. Warm ups prepare your body and heart for stimulation, warming up the muscles to make them more responsive to your workout.

Regular walking, jogging, swimming, or biking is an excellent way to ramp up the body to fight cellulite. Rhythmic and repetitive movement stimulates the muscles and challenges each muscle in sustained movement. Cardio workouts should be part of your regular exercise regimen so commit to exercising 3-5 times a week. The recipe is quite simple. Burn fat with regular exercise and you'll burn cellulite. And you'll prevent more cellulite from forming on your hips, thighs, and legs.

TARGET EXERCISES

Forward lunges

Stand with feet shoulder width apart, head facing forward and shoulders relaxed with hands at the sides. Take a step forward with one foot, firmly planting it on the floor as you bend your knee until your thigh is parallel to the floor. Straighten your bent leg and repeat the movement. Tuck in your tummy. Keep your back straight and your body relaxed. You should aim to complete 2-3 sets of 10 repetitions. If youneed to, work up to this level to see optimal results.

Side lunges-Stand with feet together.

Take a big step sideways, keeping your foot forward while bending your knee to 90 degrees so your thigh is parallel to the floor. Tense your butt and thigh muscles during this movement. Your weight should center squarely over your foot without leaning forward or backward. Straighten your leg and continue performing your repetitions. Remember to focus on proper posture as you complete 2-3 sets of 10 reps.

Step ups

All you need is the bottom stair and the will to do this challenging exercise. Grab the railing for balance. Focus on perfect posture with head facing forward, shoulders relaxed and aligned, and a straight back. Step up onto the step with your right foot, bringing the left foot up next to the right. Tighten your glutes and thigh muscles with the movement. Step back down to complete one full movement. Seems easy? Try performing this exercise for 5 minutes. Your cellulite will be a thing of the past!

Remember that your level of fitness is your own so do what you can do safely. Extreme muscle fatigue isn't your goal but rather an overall feeling of happy tiredness. Complete every workout with 10 minutes of cool down activities. After cool down, include some gentle stretching. Stretching lengthens muscles and increases flexibility.

Natural Homemade Beauty Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:08:00 +0000

Each person in the world really wants to know the magnificence of the beauty. Everyone wants to be like celebrities who are always looking young and healthy.

We all know that all celebrities get beauty tips from their advisers. Therefore I did some research to find out what their beauty secret to stay young and healthy for all-time. All celebrities get the best products and the best guidance. We must gain knowledge about the advices. All the celebrities even in the absence of any type of makeup, you will be stunned by their skin as all the celebrities take care of their skin. But you think their beauty products and implementation will be very expensive for you. But the truth is it is really affordable.

We think that all models buy very costly creams. But the truth is that the creams are expensive does not always promise good results. Several times simple recipes of home really work better than the costly creams to heal the dry tired wrinkle or rejuvenate acne subjects. You can mix milk and mineral water in the same proportion and spray a few times all through the day to get a good result in your skin. This is done by many models and celebrities around the world. The reason behind is, this mixture is very helpful to keep the skin moist.

Some are luckier than others when it comes their way in skin care but skin care is not a secret art. Of course the greatest benefit of today's beauty care products is only a fraction of the cost of traditional cosmetic surgery but could really do much more natural.

The first step in skin care is to make sure your skin is clean from pollution like dust bacteria and makeup done. The cleanser can affect the PH balance of your skin so the next step is to pick a moisture lotion that will restore that balance. Make sure you take the time to add a little lotion and massage to your moisturizers make your skin feel soft and supple. That can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Moisturizing also has the bonus of locking the moisture.

Once or twice in a week you must treat your skin with exfoliate or natural peel to get rid of dead cells and cleanse your skin in the deep part of your routine skin care. We must remember that when you do this exfoliation you have to continue with a complete cleaning and tone afterwards.

Eye creams can be used to help in the delicate skin around eye area. Drink plenty of plain water is the best things to really improve the skin. This is not a good idea to forget. The important role our skin plays in our overall health.

Thousands of people spend a lot of money on skin care products for precious glow of their skin. These cosmetic treatments can damage your skin as they are made from harmful chemicals. It is best to start using the skin treatment natural cosmetics made in home. They are not just skin-friendly but also safe and cost-effective.

How To Get Rid Of Acne Fast ?!

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:09:00 +0000

Discover causes of acne.

First of all, we're going to help you understand what causes acne and why it's not your fault. It is not certain as to what precisely causes acne or why it usually starts in adolescence, but certainly hormones especially testosterone, is almost definitely a factor.
Many people that suffer from acne are not even sure what the problem entails. A universal myth is that dirty skin causes acne; however, blackheads and other types of acne are not caused by dirt. There are so many causes of acne, including hormonal changes, genetics, and stress. Most people affected by acne are aged between 12 and 25.

Symptoms of acne.

The main symptoms of acne are whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules and sometimes cysts. The two most common types of acne are whiteheads and blackheads. Acne is skin lesions caused by the blockage of follicle ducts of sebum glands. In turn, people with acne are often advised to use harsh, drying products on the skin, which is not always the best way to go about it, as our t-zones may be oily, while other affected areas may be dry. So discover why the natural treatments for acne are your best options. Some of the home remedies to cure acne are orange, garlic, and cucumber.

It's probably the world's most common skin condition, and having sensitive skin is quite common amongst acne sufferers. The most common type of acne shows up on the face, shoulders, neck, back, and chest. The most widespread form of acne is known as "acne vulgaris", meaning “common acne”. A common tendency of acne sufferers is to rub, scrub or pick their blemishes.
Have you been told that you shouldn't eat chocolate because it causes acne? At this time, there is no evidence that sugar, chocolate, oil, seafood, milk or any other food causes acne. There are a few more additional causes of adult acne.

These are: Bad cosmetics, hormones and birth control pills. High humidity and sweat are also some of the main causes of acne. However, it could just be that you over-producing sebum which in turn, blocks your pores. It's not known what causes the increased production of sebum. As a result though, the bacteria produce enzymes and chemicals which cause inflammation, leading to acne.
Remedies for you.

A remedy for acne is to take control.

A home remedy may help teens and adults who suffer from acne related issues get control of their skin problems. As the best natural remedy for treating acne is water. It will help to properly hydrate the skin. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to balance out the inner you. But to get you started straight away with a home remedy try these everyday household items that will hopefully free you from acne for fast:

1) Green tea is, by far, the most superb herbal remedy for acne ever to be discovered.

2) Lavender oil that is used for acne.

3) Strawberries/Strawberry Leaves - Used in a poultice are recommended as an herbal remedy for acne.

4) Lemon juice is a citric acid which is a part of AHAs group which is an effective home remedy for reducing the acne scars.

People who suffer from acne are desperate to get rid of this affliction. Consultations for acne are more frequent than for any other skin disease, so it's no wonder products promising to fight acne is big business.
So the real root causes of adult acne are something deeper than just bacteria. Those who suffer from acne are all of different ages, different backgrounds and different lifestyles. Mild outbreaks of acne are best kept clean, treated and then left alone.

Beauty tips: Save time and eye shadow

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:35:00 +0000

Running late in the morning?
The best thing you can put on is white shimmering highlight powder.

“If you highlight three key places you set of the planes of your face—you don’t even need eye shadow,” says a professional beautician, Carmindy. These key spots are underneath the eyebrow, on the inside corner of the eye and on top of the cheekbone.

“It brings sparkle to the eye; it lifts up the lid and draws attention to the top of the cheekbone.” Now all you need is a big cup of coffee to actually feel as awake as you look.

Eye Makeup Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:04:00 +0000

Ditch your spot concealer

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:14:00 +0000

Instead of fumbling around your makeup bag for multiple concealers in the morning, just stick to one, advises a beuty expert, Carmindy.

The reason why?
Because you can actually use the foundation stuck to the top of the cap of your liquid all-over concealer as your spot-treatment.

“It oxidizes there so it becomes a little bit thicker.”
Plus, she says, “It’s the same shade as your foundation, so it will instantly erase your blemish.”

To apply, just take a small tip concealer brush and dip into the cap of your foundation, or the nozzle if you use a spray. Then brush it on the spots and you’re ready to go. Now it will be a good thing when your foundation lid gets cakey.

Top Beauty Tips for Teenagers

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:42:00 +0000

As a teenager, it is important to come out natural as much as possible. It's not quite recommended to put on all those make-ups for an every day wear for protection. Generally, teenagers would only require light and mild protection on their looks as well as on their skin. Because just like the babies, they still have that kind of gentle skin and young look. Moreover, top beauty tips for teenagers should be implemented.

These days, the television and magazine advertisements merely highlight on beauty products containing synthetic ingredients and chemicals that can cause health problems in the long run. Some advertisements promote surgeries as ways of improving beauty regime, which somehow can be very terrible to some patients. For teenagers, these kinds of advertisements are not recommended. Natural ways are the best alternative on top beauty tips for teenagers. It is not only an alternative but can also give protection for the teenagers.

One of the top beauty tips for teenagers that is under the natural way is the use of water. Water not only for the teenagers but for everyone is our number one beauty ally. For the teenagers, water is a great help to maintain their natural beauty. Drinking large amount of water everyday will be helpful for the skin and the healthy. For teenagers who are always on the go and have lots of tiring activities everyday, drinking water is essential to maintain the overall health that includes the beauty and look. Do not drink any other substances that contain sugar and caffeine to fight off early aging because teenagers' skin is quite sensitive when it comes to water or liquids that are contaminated.

Here are other top beauty tips for teenagers to make them feel naturally beautiful and gorgeous in many ways:

1) Have more time to pamper yourself such as sinking into a hot scented and steamy bath. Water can help soothe and relax the muscles and mind. The steam can also help clear the open pores of the skin through deep cleansing. Deep cleansing help improves the blood circulation of the surface of the skin and promotes the new skin cell's regeneration.

2) Have a regular massage to enhance the natural of the skin as it smoothens from any bumps and wrinkles.

3) Have a healthy diet by eating balanced foods to help improve the natural beauty as well as the body figure. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables will result into a clear and radiant complexion.

4) Taking care of the skin will bring out the natural beauty from it. Exfoliating regularly can help get rid of the dead skin cells and restore it with new skin cells. Use an olive oil to do the removal. It can even make the skin feel supple and soft to touch.

How to Have Healthy, Beautiful Skin?

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:39:00 +0000

Every woman wishes to have a radiant skin; sorry to say, most of them don't figure out the causes of their skin problems. Everyday, our body is harassed by pollution, the sun, sweat, and stress, abuse of all kinds such as unhealthy fast foods, tobacco, and alcohol. To have a healthy and beautiful skin, it is significant to reverse the effects of those aggressors by adopting a healthy lifestyle including regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, and good night sleep.

However, sometimes all these efforts are not enough. The more we move forward in age, the more the body requires small attentions that need a little cosmetic. It is recommended to use safe and natural skin products. Safe and natural products, applied frequently, can help deeply to protect your look from the ravages of time and pollution. It is about feminine attractiveness to please men and make you feel good about yourself. Finding yourself good-looking is important to live in harmony with yourself and others.

Keep your skin clean and clear. Taking care of yourself is taking care of your skin on a daily basis. Cleaning the skin must be made everyday using products that do not alter its natural balance or damage it. The skin is exposed to external aggression. By its peripheral position, the skin is unavoidably attacked by pollution, dust, which mingling to the sebum and sweat disrupts the balance of its surface. You need natural antioxidant cream to repair those damages.

Today, unconsciously, people tend to use too much gels or anti-aging products that are, most of times, do more harm to the skin. Be aware that those products can raise your skin's risk of UV damage.

Top 3 Beauty Tips to Look like a Movie Star

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:51:00 +0000

Becoming the perfect personification of beauty is almost... not, truly it's impossible, and even movie stars know that. The key to really looking gorgeous is not to become perfect, but rather to highlight your already-there assets. I mean, what would this world be like if Jeniffer Lopez didn't stand up for her imposing back side? What about Tyra Banks' large doe-eyes and Angelina Jolie's famous plump lips - can we really live without those?

Recently, even the celebs themselves are taking up a more positive standpoint in regards to beauty. Actresses like Keira Knightley and Jennifer Love Hewitt have spoken up for maintaining their natural beauty despite what Hollywood may consider as flaws to the perfect image.

Saying thus, here are the 3 top beauty tips on how to achieve that Hollywood-esque glamour, without significantly changing your look.

1. Most beauty tips start from within. But we are not talking about personalities. We mean that you have to concern of the food you put inside your system. We are not asking you to ditch food fully so that you could fit into the near impossible size "0." After all, America Ferrera and Drew Barrymore are both who look GORGEOUS even though they are not in that category.

Rather, we want you to look at food as a supporter to achieving beauty. For example, entirely eliminating fats in your diet will only make your skin, hair, and nails look pale, dull and brittle.

One of the best skin care tips we can give you then is to go on a proper diet. And when we say proper diet, we mean a diet that is approved by physicians, dieticians and / or nutritionists. Not all diets are appropriate to all body types, you know. A proper diet can help you lose or gain pounds as your body needs, and at the same time, give you that radiant glow that only comes from being healthy from within.

2. If you want to know some healthy hair secrets, you could also ask the health professional what natural ingredients you could use to enhance you hair type. Eggs and olive oil are great as moisturizers, but there are other botanicals you could use.
As for hair colors and styles, one of the biggest mistakes you could do is to do your own hair. It may sound strange, but if you want to capture that Hollywood-esque glam, let the pros handle it. Ask your hairdresser what hair style will accentuate parts of your face that you like. If you have those really gorgeous eyes, hiding them underneath loads of bangs will diminish your beauty.

For example, Jennifer Aniston accentuates her sleek, chiseled jaws and slanted cheekbones with her definitive layered locks with the sun-kissed highlights. Alternatively, drastic changes can also be beneficial. Pop sensation Rihanna, continues to make waves with her unexpectedly short do.

3. As far as make up tips are concerned, the mantra now is light and glowing. Gone are the days when dramatic heavy-lidded eyes and overly rouged cheeks are considered a la mode. If you want make-up that can hide flaws, you could try some base concealers, and then go for mineral-based make-up instead like foundations and blushes.

This easy combo will not only hide unwanted spots, but it can give you that flawless and vibrant look. Just keep in mind to apply the same to your neck area to complete the look.

The 7 Things You Should Never Do To Your skin When You Have Acne (And Even If You Don’t)

noreply@blogger.com (Wan) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:56:00 +0000

You skin is the largest organ in your body. Besides helping the body in the process of toxic elimination (One of the main acne contributing factors), it also protects your body against temperature changes, and from harmful invaders.

By working with your skin and not against it you pave the way to an enhanced healing of the skin. Your skin will look and feel better; it will become more even toned and vibrant.

On the other hand, by constantly doing the following, you are weakening the natural protecting capabilities of your skin, you are slowing the healing process of your skin, and are making your skin look bad and making your acne worse:

1.Smoking

Besides lung cancer, heart disease and early aging of your skin (e.g. wrinkles), smoking causes the contraction of the small capillaries and blood vessels of the skin, thus depriving your skin from the essential oxygen I needs for the creation and maintenance of healthy cells.

2. Using Topical Steroids

Over the counter or prescription cortisone based creams, especially the potent types, can eventually thin your skin and worsen your acne condition in the long run in addition to the irritation, redness and other side effects steroid creams can cause. Moreover, topicals by definition address the symptoms of acne (inflammation, itching, puss), they do not treat the root cause of the disease. Nevertheless, taking care of your skin externally is highly recommended but should be performed gently using pure natural ingredients such as diluted tea tree oil.

3. Taking Antibiotics

Antibiotic treatments like tetracycline aggravate your acne in the long run and also severely damage your internal system in the process. Antibiotics destroy all the bacteria in your system including the good, probiotic bacteria like acidophilus that have many essential qualities that promote clear skin. One of these qualities is the ability to protect your digestive tract from parasites and fungus (that constantly stress and damage your liver, one of the most important organs responsible for the healing process of your skin).

4. Shaving with Four-In-One Razor blades

Never use these four-in-one razor blades when shaving especially if you have large bumps and painful cysts. The reason is that blades that guarantee the “closest shave” will cause severe irritation and will damage your skin. Always use a single blade when having “live” acne.

5. Picking Your Skin (popping and squeezing included)

Never, never and ever touch, pick or squeeze your blemishes, regardless of how temping and “safe” it may seem. By doing this unprofessionally, you make your acne worse by aggravating your existing inflammation and pushing the puss deeper and wider into the skin. There are in fact very effective and safe ways of dealing with small whiteheads or blackheads but I would strongly recommend leaving that to the professionals if you care for your skin and wish to prevent further scarring.

6. Taking excessive amounts of Vitamin A

Vitamin A from natural sources (green leafy vegetables and beta carotene fruit and veggies) and in small quantities can significantly enhance the healing process of your skin but when taken excessively it can seriously damage your liver and cause severe health problems and side effects.

7.Use over the counters for your Rosacea

That one is a no-brainer. Taking over the counters that by definition make your skin red and irritating is definitely not something you want to do when surfeiting from rosacea. If you suffer from rosacea, always consult your dermatologist prior to applying over the counters on your already inflamed and highly sensitive skin.

Mike Walden is a certified nutritionist, independent medical researcher, natural health consultant and author of the #1 best-selling e-book, "Acne No More- Open The Door To An Acne Free Life." Mike has written dozens of holistic health articles and has been featured in ezines and print magazines, as well as on hundreds of websites worldwide. For information on Mike's Holistic Clear Skin program, click here.