BEAUTY

Hair Straighteners - Top 10 Review

2010-01-18T22:47:00.003-08:00

There are many different ways to create the sleek, shiny look of pin straight hair. Here is a review of the top ten methods of straightening hair, in no particular order.
1. Shampoo and Conditioner: There are many shampoos and conditioners on the market today to help encourage your hair to straighten, but most need to be used in conjunction with another product. Be sure to look for products that can help protect your hair from the heat of blow drying or ironing, and choose a very good conditioner.
2. Silicone Serum: Adding a touch of silicone serum will give your hair extra shine, but be careful, as a little bit goes a long way.
3. Blow Dry Straight: Blowing drying is an effective way to straighten your hair, but it must be used with a protective product and you should use a weekly conditioning treatment to keep your hair healthy. Remember that heat is not as important as a good strong air flow.
4. Ion Conditioning Blow Dryers: A new concept in blow drying hair, these blow dryers send negative ions to the hair, replacing moisture and protecting the hair, while also cutting down drying time.
5. Straightening balm: Usually used in conjunction with blow drying or ironing, a straightening balm can help cut down on frizz, especially in humid weather, and protect dry hair.
6. Chemical Straighteners: Chemical straighteners should always be applied by a professional, as everyone's hair is different. The good news is that chemical straighteners can keep the hair straight for up to six months, but the hair needs a great deal of conditioning, blow dryers should be used sparingly, and adding color could damage the hair.
7. Thermal Reconditioning: This new procedure, which was developed in Japan, is a permanent way to straighten hair, and is good for all types of hair. The downside is that it takes a very long time and can be very expensive
Finally, we'll take a look at three different kinds of straightening irons:
1. Ceramic Hair Straighteners: Hair irons that have ceramic plates have extremely smooth surfaces, usually have no edges that will catch the hair, and heat up very quickly, in around thirty seconds.
2. Titanium Hair Straighteners: Hair irons with titanium plates infuse the hair with negative ions which help protect the hair and helps prevent colored hair from fading.
3. Steam Hair Straighteners: Steam is an effective way to straighten hair, but beware of badly made products that will eventually break down or cause hot water to spill on you as you iron your hair.

Fruits and vegetables - nature's beauty products

2010-01-18T22:47:00.001-08:00

Everyone understands the health benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables. However, few people think about using those very same items to make healthy, all natural beauty products. However, the truth is that both fruits and vegetables are chock full of antioxidants and valuable vitamins, minerals, and nutrients like vitamin A, B, C, D and E, carotenoids, co enzyme Q 10, phytonutrients, polyphenols, potassium, selenium, and zinc to name a few.
Combined with other ingredients, fruits and vegetables are extremely useful in making some of the best facial masques, skin creams, bath treatments, and skin ointments that can be found anywhere.
Fruits such as bananas, berries, cantaloupe, grapes, lemons, oranges, peaches, and pineapple can be used to make facial masks, luxurious skin creams, cosmetics and anti-aging products. Vegetables like avocados, carrots, cucumbers, greens, peppers, potatoes, and tomatoes have similar valuable uses. Below are some examples:
• Avocado is packed with properties that naturally help the skin in its own collagen production.
• Banana has natural oils that work perfectly as skin softeners while the fruit's rich vitamins and nutrients are wonderful for improving hair's elasticity.
• Beans of differing varieties can be useful in fighting off the first signs of aging.
• Blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries are packed with antioxidants as well as their own natural anti-inflammatory properties. Used in skin cream, they can help soothe skin while repairing surface cells.
• Cantaloupe makes a soothing skin cream that ensures a radiant and glowing complexion.
• Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which can help smooth rough skin patches.
• Cucumbers have long been known to help in the reduction of dark circles underneath the eyes.
• Garlic can help stave off signs of aging by jumpstarting new tissue regeneration.
• Grapes contain polyphernols, which hydrate both the hair and skin.
• Greens are rich in antioxidants that reduce skin inflammation and prevent cell damage.
• Lemons act as a natural skin bleach and softener. Used on rough elbows, knees, or foot calluses lemon can help even out skin color and make skin softer and more supple.
• Peaches are chock full of antioxidants and nutrients that work to protect skin from damaging UV rays.
• Peppers help increase circulation and work well in cosmetics to plump up the lips.
• Pineapple contains a powerful enzyme that helps eliminate dead skin while protecting it from free radicals.
• Potato helps to alleviate dark circles underneath the eyes.
• Strawberries are a natural tooth whitener.
• Sweet potatoes are great for helping to stop the signs of aging.
• Tomato is rich in lycopene which helps to fight free radicals, and its vitamin C boosts collagen production.
• Watermelon helps to soothe sunburn and makes minor skin repairs by encouraging tissue regeneration.
Ingested or used in creams, masques, and ointments it is clear that Mother Nature still makes the products that work best to make our lives more comfortable as well as more fulfilling.

Facial skin care treatments

2010-01-18T22:46:00.003-08:00

Facials are one of the most popular beauty treatments to have in a beauty salon, as they are both extremely beneficial for the skin, and also very relaxing. There are many different types of facial available, both hands-on and those that incorporate electrotherapy , each with their own specific benefits.
All facials follow the same basic structure and order.
• They will begin with makeup removal and cleansing. The cleansing is normally repeated twice to ensure it is thorough.
• Then comes some method of exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and smooth the surface of the skin.
• A massage is then performed that can include all or some of the scalp, face, neck, shoulders, back and even the hands or feet.
• Next a mask is applied, chosen according to the client's specific skin type.
• Once the mask has been removed the skin is toned and the final eye, neck and face creams are applied.
In a 'hands-on' treatment, there are no electrotherapy machines used and the therapist will use her hands to perform the facial treatment. Sometimes, however, a steam machine is incorporated in these facials during or after cleansing, to open up the pores and allow a deeper cleansing action. Although strictly a steam machine is a type of electrotherapy machine, it is not considered to be invasive.
Often, but not always, essential oils are used as the basis of a hands-on facial, either as the base of all the products used in the facial, or as a base for the massage oil. Special facial masks are also a feature of some hands-on facials. These could be clay- or mud-based for a deeper cleaning action, or be more of a soothing base for more sensitive skin types. Sometimes the masks used are setting masks, which means they will be peeled or gently lifted off the skin when set.
Some types of facial use machines as part of the treatment, and these are known as "electrotherapy facials". There are several different types, which are suited to different skin types. Some of the most popular variations of this type of facial are:
• Galvanic treatments: metal rollers or applicators are used to either produce a deep cleansing effect. Depending on the active product being used, this will help reduce spots and blemishes (making this a good facial for an oily skin type), or to help infuse active ingredients deeper in to the skin (for a variety of skin types).
• High frequency treatments: a direct high frequency facial uses a glass electrode passed over gauze placed on the skin. This helps dry out spots and has an antibacterial effect, so is good for oilier skins or those with a few specific blemishes. An indirect high frequency facial uses a saturator held by the client to draw a moisturising massage medium deeper in to the skin, and so is best suited for more mature or dry skin types.
• Microcurrent treatments: also known as non-surgical face lift, this type of facial uses a current to lift and tone the facial muscles and also to improve the colour and texture of the skin and soften lines.
During most of the electrotherapy treatments you may experience a slight tingling effect on the skin, but this is quite normal.
While most people will benefit from the restorative and relaxation effects of a facial treatment, there are some contraindications (more likely for electrotherapy facials) which any trained therapist will be aware of. You should therefore expect your therapist to go through a very thorough consultation before your first facial to find out what treatment best suits your needs and your skin type.

Dealing with problem areas around the eyes

2010-01-18T22:46:00.001-08:00

Eyes are the first place you should concentrate on while starting an anti aging regimen. This is because the skin around the eyes is extremely thin and fragile and lacks oil glands that provides natural moisture. As a result, the skin around the eyes is the first place to exhibit signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. Fortunately, there is an extensive range of anti-aging cosmetics specifically formulated for the eye area that help to nourish the skin there. Here are some tips to choose the right kind of products that will protect and nourish the sensitive skin around the eyes.
Chuck the facial moisturizer
Most women use facial moisturizers to hydrate the skin around the eyes as well. However, the active ingredients present in facial moisturizers are too strong for the sensitive eye area. Though they moisturize the skin and keep in hydrates, they fail to provide the intensive nourishment that eye creams offer. Therefore, it is always advisable to use specialized eye care products for the skin around your eyes.
Concentrate on problem areas
The choice of the best eye cream for you will depend on the problems you need to solve; concentrate on the problem areas and decide what you need help with. Here are some common problems associated with the eye area and ways you can solve them.

• Problem: under eye dark circles
Dark circles under the eyes are a result of excessive pigmentation. Moreover, certain allergies can cause blood vessels to get dilated and leak thus making the skin appear darker under the eyes. Since these dark circles appear beneath the skin surface, they are difficult to be treated topically.
Solution : Look for products that contain peptides or retinol that stimulate the production of collagen within the skin cells and make the skin thicker and firmer. Also, Vitamin K based products can help to strengthen the blood vessels and diminish the appearance of dark circles.
• Problem: eye puffiness
Eye puffiness is a common problem, especially in the morning. This is because of the accumulation of fluids during the sleep.
Solution : Use products containing ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids, Vitamin C, copper and retinol that help tighten and de-puff the skin. Alpha hydroxy acids help to regenerate surface cells whereas Vitamin C, copper and retinol help with the stimulation of collagen and enhance the skin elasticity. Caffeine is yet another ingredient that reduces eye puffiness by constricting the blood vessels and pushing the fluids out of the skin.
• Problem: wrinkles and fine lines
Wrinkles and fine lines are a result of aging skin. As we grow old, our skin ages and the collagen and elastin levels begin to deplete, and as a result, the skin develops wrinkles and fine lines. This process can also get accelerated by prolonged and unprotected sun exposure.
Solution : Select products that contain retinoids or peptides that help to stimulate the production of collagen fibers and antioxidants that fight off free radicals. These ingredients repair already-damaged skin and also delays the appearance of aging signs.

Choosing a Perfume

2010-01-18T22:45:00.002-08:00

Your scent should be a reflection of your personality. But with so many products on the market, how do you know which one to choose?

You should be able to select the right scent for you based on which category it is in. Dividing perfume in to five major categories simplifies this enormous task!

• Floral
As the name suggests, floral perfumes have strong overtones of flowery fragrances. From roses to jasmine to lavender, floral perfumes have long been the most popular and wide-spread scents in the world, and are ideal for young and not-so-young alike. Anyone who wants to feel pretty and feminine without being overpowering should choose a floral perfume. Likewise, they're great as a safe perfume that's suitable for all ages and all occasions.

• Fruity
Fruity fragrances are generally spicy and fresh. They are quite youthful in their scent, and suitable for warm and cool weather alike. In winter, they invoke a sense of warm desserts and cider. In summer, they give an air of crispness. They are an excellent choice for women who like classic fragrances, but also want to add a little flair. If you're the type to be outside with friends on summer evenings, this is the perfume type for you.

• Woody
Earthy tones are the feature of woody fragrances. These perfumes usually feature such scents as sandalwood, patchouli and cedar, to give a rich, natural fragrance. Woody perfumes are versatile and easy to wear, and are better suited to the mature woman who wants to smell fresh but retain an air of sophistication. These are an excellent choice for the cooler months and evenings.

• Greens
Where woody perfumes capture the essence of forests and woodland, green perfumes have tones more reminiscent of cut grass and crisp spring growth. They possess some of the same scents as oriental perfumes, but are far lighter and suitable for casual wear as well as evening and business wear. They are generally funky and contemporary perfumes that are most suitable for younger and sportier people and can be worn on all occasions. Their neutral tones make them excellent for gifts.
• Oriental Oriental
Oriental perfumes are the strongest of all perfumes. Sensual overtones and rich undertones often make for quite heavy blends, but they are complemented by the fine scents of sweet vanilla, musk, sumptuous flowers and oriental resins. Most oriental perfumes have a wonderful crossing over of qualities from all the other categories from the spicy fruit tones to warm woody tones and this makes them a superb choice for corporate environments, evening events and special occasions, regardless of age.

Each category also contains a number of sub-categories, where cross-over tones create more complex fragrances. However, if you make sure you start with the right basic idea, you will make your shopping experience much more pleasant.

A perfume that reflects your interests, lifestyle and personality can be timeless. Knowledgeable sales assistants will be able to help you select from a range of suitable fragrances, so go out armed with what you've learned here, ask plenty of questions about the different perfumes and most importantly choose one you want to wear!

Best shampoo for Straight Hair

2010-01-18T22:45:00.000-08:00

Straight hair is typically very fine and can be difficult to care for. While the way the hair is styled will have an impact on how straight your hair is, shampoo can also play a part in how straight your hair is. The type of shampoo you use can help add volume to thin hair and help keep it clean and protected. In this article, we'll discuss what you should look for when buying a shampoo for straight hair or if you wish to encourage your wavy hair to be straighter.

When looking for the right shampoo for straight hair, be sure to avoid creamy shampoos that are formulated for curly hair, as they can weigh down your hair and cause it to look greasy, so be on the lookout for clear shampoos. Look for shampoos that advertise formulas for fine, limp or straight hair. An important ingredient in good shampoos for straight hair is panthenol, which experts believe can penetrate the hair follicle and make each strand thicker.
Those with fine, straight hair often find that their hair looks oily the day after a shampoo, but this will depend on the product. Don't be afraid to experiment with how often you can go between shampooing, because the less you shampoo, the better it is for your hair.
If you have wavy hair and wish to encourage it to be straighter, you can also benefit from shampoos that are formulated for straight hair. Straightening shampoo can help by cutting down on frizz and flyaway hair, encouraging the hair to be smoother and straighter.
Often, straightening shampoos will need to be used in conjunction with another styling method if your hair is naturally curly, but this type of shampoo will certainly help protect the hair. For the best effect, be sure to choose a straightening shampoo that doesn't contain alcohol, which will result in dry hair.

Beauty that is good enough to eat

2010-01-18T22:41:00.001-08:00

Today's beauty treatments are very often made from natural ingredients and have names that sound more like something you would eat rather than use on your body. There are a wide variety of treatments that you can use at home to give you that feeling of being pampered in a spa using professional hair and beauty products. Body scrubs and body lotions are available that smell just like your favourite fruits and are created to make you smell and feel luxurious. In fact, most body care accessories have a pleasant fragrance rather than the chemical smell of days gone by.
Professional hair and beauty products are created to nourish and protect your hair and skin as well as be pleasant to use. Even care accessories are designed with your pleasure in mind. Aksesori peduli dirancang dengan kenikmatan dalam pikiran Anda. You don't even have to go out to a shopping centre to buy your hair and beauty products as you can purchase hair products online. Buying hair products online gives you the benefit of being able to take your time and select the best suited products for you.
When you shop with us at JustBeautifully it is the most convenient way to shop, as you will know that you are going to receive professional hair and beauty products as well as care accessories all on one website. You will also become familiar with the products and know which are your personal favourites.
Buying gifts will also be made easier as you will be familiar with the products and know that you are giving only the very best.

Be safe in the sun

2010-01-18T22:40:00.001-08:00

Our bodies need sunlight, but you have to be careful.
We seem to be bombarded with conflicting advice on whether we should sunbathe or not. Cancer Research UK recommends that you stay out of the sun altogether to prevent skin cancer, and I saw the same advice echoed in a Healthspan magazine in 2008. However, this advice has been criticised by some leading scientists and nutritionists.
• Vitamin D
The psychological benefits of exposure to sunlight are invigorating and uplifting. Sunlight stimulates production of serotonin, which makes us feel good and, at the same time, suppresses melatonin so we feel less tired.
Vitamin D from the sun helps us absorb calcium and prevent osteoporosis (porous bones) - simply eating calcium-rich foods without the vitamin is not enough, as the calcium may end up depositing itself in areas other than the bones, which is not good news.
And there's more. Vitamin D helps to fight infections and stop the spread of cancer cells. Professor William Grant, former NASA scientist, estimates that in the UK, where we get 1,600 deaths a year from melanoma due to excessive sun exposure, we probably get around 25,000 deaths due to insufficient sun exposure.
More evidence from researchers is showing an increased link between vitamin D from sunlight and the reduction in cancer risk. People who live in areas where there is more sun have reduced risk of breast and prostate cancer (IIAA Issue Autumn 2005).
In addition, researchers at Aberdeen University have revealed that lack of vitamin D from sunlight contributes to obesity. Vitamin D controls the hormone leptin which signals to the brain when you are full. They found that those who were obese had lower levels of vitamin D; in fact they produced a tenth less vitamin D than those of average weight.
• Regular sun exposure
Dr Des Fernandes recommends a sun exposure of 20 minutes per day, with shorter bursts in strong sunlight. 20 minutes is considered the time it takes to convert vitamin D from sunlight into active vitamin D in our bodies - any further exposure requires protection or the vitamin will be destroyed.
Of course, during the colder months where there is less sun this is more difficult, so it is important during the warmer seasons to 'top up' our vitamin D stores. It is said that our bodies can store vitamin D for up to 6 months after moderate exposure to sunlight.
• Avoid sunbeds
Topping up on a sunbed is not a good way to supplement your exposure. Sunbeds mostly block out the UVB rays but not the UVA rays, and it is the UVB that makes the vitamin D in your skin. All you'll get from a sunbed is a tan and wrinkles as a result of the accelerated ageing from UVA.
• Suncreams
Suncreams also concentrate on blocking out UVB rays so that you can stay out for longer without burning, but not all creams offer protection from UVA. The jury is still out on how high you should go with the SPF protection on a suncream. with some skin experts saying to go no higher than SPF15. The reason is the amount of chemicals you are piling onto your skin is heavily increased the higher the SPF in the cream. The difference between a cream of SPF15 and one of SPF30 is that you are applying double the amount of chemicals, but only 1% extra protection!
Patrick Holford recommends Environ's RAD16 because it not only protects from UVA and UVB, it also contains beta-carotene (plant source of vitamin A), plus vitamins C and E, which actually double the effectiveness of the SPF to a factor 30.
• Supplements
Protect yourself well on the inside as well as the outside. Lindungi diri dengan baik di dalam maupun di luar. Build up your store of vitamins A and C by eating foods that are rich in these vitamins and other anti-oxidants, and apply skin products that have potent quantities of vitamins A, C and E, as these get destroyed by the sun so need replacing.
If you feel the need to supplement, you can take between 200 and 400 ius of vitamin D per day, but oral supplementation should not be your first port of call. In the presence of sunlight, your body controls the levels of vitamin D it produces but with a supplement it can't do this, so take too much and you may reach toxic levels.
• Enjoy the sun, but in moderation!
So don't be afraid to go out in the sun. You can still don a hat and good sunglasses to protect your eyes and call it fashion, or insurance against premature ageing!

Are you drinking enough water?

2010-01-05T00:58:00.000-08:00

Although it contains no nutrients, water is essential to life and for the growth and maintenance of our bodies. Many people are dehydrated without even knowing it; this is typically caused by a variety of factors:
• not drinking enough pure water
• consuming excessive amounts of caffeine-containing drinks such as coffee and alcohol. Caffeine is a diuretic ie it causes fluid loss from the body
• spending long hours in dry environments such as offices, with exposure to central heating, air conditioning and electrical equipment.
Many natural health practitioners believe that dehydration is the root of some degenerative diseases and health complaints, and studies show that dehydration can contribute to many common ailments such as migraines, allergies, asthma, constipation, kidney stones and even arthritis. This should perhaps be unsurprising, given that our bodies are made up of 70% water, which of course needs to be constantly topped up.
Lack of hydration in the body has also been shown to cause backache: major muscles in the body do not perform properly unless the body has sufficient water intake. One of these, the psoas muscle, which runs from the thigh to the lower back, is the muscle that causes stiff hips and lower back pain.
How much is enough?
The best way to tell if you're drinking enough water is from your urine – it should be a light straw colour. The darker your urine, the more water you need to drink.
The recommended amount of pure water (excluding the water contained in soft drinks, tea and coffee) is 8 glasses or 2.5 litres per day. You should drink more if your caffeine intake is high, when exercising and on hot days, or if you've been sweating excessively.
How and when should you drink
Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning and another last thing at night ,as the body loses water during sleeping.
If you're out and about, take a couple of small bottles of water with you to ensure you drink enough.
Avoid drinking water with meals as it interferes with digestion. Instead, drink a glass half an hour prior to each meal.
Try not to drink ice-cold water; room temperature is best, as it is kinder to the body. Ice-cold food and drink can interfere with your metabolism.
There is some controversy regarding which type of water to drink: mineral, bottled or filtered tap water. Some argue that even mineral water contains some undesirable chemicals. To be safe, drink a combination of mineral, bottled and filtered water. Invest in a good filter, such as the Aquathin range.

Are You Eating Enough Beauty Foods?

2010-01-05T00:56:00.001-08:00

A diet rich in "phyto-compounds" can stimulate DNA repair, increased collagen production, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow. This not only keeps you healthy but it keeps you looking younger longer.
Creams and lotions can do wonders for your skin, but your diet is by far the most crucial when it comes to having healthy skin.
Beauty is dependent on the overall health of your body. In order for your skin to look attractive and vibrant you need to make healthy lifestyle choices, and a great place to start is with the foods you eat.
So if you want your skin to feel soft and look firm here are a few foods that you can eat starting today.
• Blueberries: These blue little balls are one of natures most potent anti-aging foods.They help keep the skins elasticity, strengthen the gums, and contribute to the health of our eyes.
• Brazil nuts: Help protect our skin from UV rays and they help reduce dryness.
• Honey: A nutrient rich alternative to refined sugar. Refined sugar is believed to contribute to aging.
• Strawberries: Help protect our skins collagen structures. Collagen is what keeps our skin firm. Wrinkles form when our collagen levels start depleting.
• Avocados: These contain folate which helps blood formation. This is essential for cell regeneration.
• Myrtle: Is known to slow down our skin aging process. Has been used in folk remedies for centuries.
• Acai: This is the king of all berries. It has 50% more antioxidants than pomegranates, and twice as much as blueberries. They also contain omega 6,9 fatty acids, fiber, calcium, and vitamins.
• Apricots: Very rich in fiber and phytochemicals like beta-carotene and lycopene. They also have vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, folate, iron and potassium, making them very beneficial to our skin.
• Broccoli: Also very high in fiber, vitamin C, and folate. There's a compound in broccoli called sulforaphane that protects our bodies cells from injury.
• Beans: Jammed packed with phytochemicals, fiber, folic acid, protein, calcium, and magnesium. These guys can stabilize blood sugar as well as lower cholesterol.
• Black currant: Has a high source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Also contains a high amount of calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
• Carotenoids: This isn't a food, but it's found in fruits and vegetables. It's a fat soluble pigment which helps fight against cancer and cardiovascular disorders.
• Carrots: Have lots of beta-carotene which is a powerful antioxidant.
• Cruciferous vegetables: AKA- cabbage, broccoli, kale, collard greens, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts. These guys release a compound called glucosinolates and an enzyme called myrosinase when chewed, which are known for their anti-cancer properties.
• Cucumber: A great source of essential vitamins and minerals necessary for increasing collagen production.
• Camu-Camu: Very rich in vitamin C.
• Dark leafy greens: AKA - Spinach, kale, and dark lettuce are loaded with vitamins and minerals like beta-carotene, vitamin C, folate, iron, magnesium, phytochemicals, and antioxidants.
• Fish: Has lots of vitamin A, B1, B12, and B6. It also has omega 3 fatty acids which are very beneficial to the skin, as well as the heart and brain.
• Salmon: Promotes soft smooth skin, free from dry itchy patches.
• Flax, grapeseed, walnut, seaweed, spirulina, watercress: These are very high in zinc which is vital for the health of our skin. Plus they have been known to help clear up acne, and help keep us regular.
• Grape seed oil: Has trace elements of selenium, zinc, copper, and iron. It's also a unique source for oligomeric procyanidine, which is known to improve our skins elasticity.
• Millet: A nutritious seed, high in silica, which is good for our skin, hair, and nails.
• Cranberries: High in vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin E, fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, and citric acid.
• Oats: Very high in soluble fiber, and complex carbohydrates. High in iron, manganese, phosphorous, calcium, vitamins B and E, and silicon. Silicon is crucial for healthy skin by maintaining collagen levels.
• Papaya: When applied as a paste on the skin, it's enzymes help breakdown dead skin cells.
• Pomegranate: Very good source of polyphenol antioxidants. These antioxidants help neutralize free radicals that can damage the skin.
• Water: Hydrated skin naturally looks younger.
If you are one of the millions of people worldwide that spend money on lotions and creams in an attempt to look better, then it only makes sense to incorporate these beauty foods into your diet.
It wont take very long to start seeing the major benefits these beauty foods will have on the health of your skin and the way it looks and feels.

10 Hair Styling Tips

2009-12-08T00:23:00.001-08:00

We all have bad hair days. But there are easy ways to make sure yours are few and far between - just follow these simple hair styling ideas!
• A healthy you means healthy hair
The top secret to healthy hair is to be healthy yourself. Drinking lots of water each day will make your hair shiny and prevent split ends - making hair styling far easier. Green vegetables and 'good' oils such as fish will also improve the quality of your hair, as will having plenty of sleep. Just like your skin, hair responds to changes in your lifestyle and even climate, so your hair style could need a bit of a health kick!

• Find the perfect hair style for you
Starting with the right cut is the most important part of hair styling. It is your canvas for the Great Hair Day. Visiting a salon may not be cheap, but they will be able to style your hair to suit your facial structure, skin tone and lifestyle - and that's priceless. Your hair style should make you feel great, and making sure you feel confident in your cut is your first point of call.

• Be careful with wet hair
If you wash your hair in the evening, make sure it is completely dry before you go to bed. Sleeping on wet hair will cause frizz and tangles. Make sure you only use a comb in wet hair and not a bristled hair brush - bristles will break hair and cause split ends and flyaways.

• Heat not always hair styling's enemy!
There are heaps of new products being released especially for protection against sun and heat damage. This is great news for having straight, luscious hair or that sun kissed look. Your hair style - and whole look - can be dramatically altered using hair straighteners or curling irons without damaging your hair's quality. It's not recommended every day, but can be awesome every so often when you need a bit of a change.

• Long hair styles don't need to be boring
Long hair may get a bit of a bad rap in the hair style world, but eclectic fashion trends mean you can do more with it now than ever before. Give your long hair a new lease on life by trying creative up dos, knots, quirky pigtails and sleek quaffs.

• Try different hair styling products
Hair styles get bored of using the same things, just as we do. Your hair can become a bit "tolerant" of the products you use and need a change, so shake things up a bit with a new hair styling balm or gloss, or try a new shampoo and conditioner every couple of months.

• Accessorize your hair style!
Barrettes, flowers and headbands are all back in, so take advantage of them! Simple hair clips can completely change your look - tie your hair style in with the rest of your look by using complementary colors and jewels. In summer, be fresh and funky with bright flowers. In the colder months, try headscarves and ribbons in warm colors. For the office, spice up your corporate hair style with subtle crystals or a classy hair comb.

• Try a new color
If you're bored with your hair style, a new color can bring a subtle difference or a dramatic change. Treat yourself to this season's latest colors at your salon, and consider streaks, foils or even large portions of color to dramatize the look. Alternatively, try doing it yourself - most hair color formula's can actually improve the look of your hair style and improve shine health!

• The dramatic hair style change
Having the same cut can make you feel weighed down pretty quickly. A striking change in your cut doesn't mean you should shave it all off - try some dramatic layers or a serious change in length to really stand out from the crowd. Your hair will feel lighter and sexier, and you'll feel more vibrant!

• Spoil your hair
Give your hair style the chance to revitalize with a deep conditioning treatment or salon treatment. Lifeless hair is difficult to style, so choose an intensive moisturizing product and see the difference it makes to your look. Most hair stylists recommend a deep conditioning treatment at least once a week, and even a 3-minute treatment can be enough to give new life to your hair style!

What the Best Night Creams Contain To Revitalize Your Skin

2009-11-24T04:19:00.002-08:00

T o give your skin maximum chance of rejuvenating overnight, there are some very special ingredients in night creams that some of the specialist companies are using that can have quite dramatic effects. Here is a guide to them and what they can do for you.
• Honey has been used for centuries for healing and a special type called active Manuka honey can help to restore your skin while you sleep and contains powerful antioxidants that stimulate your immune system too.
• Shea Butter is also a fantastic natural moisturizer and emollient which softens and soothes the skin. It also helps to reduce scars, blemishes and brown spots, smoothing out any wrinkles.
• This wonderful substance is rich in vitamin A and E and moisturizes deep down without being greasy, making it one of the best natural ingredients in a night cream.
• Of all the natural oils, Avocado is the king when it comes to stimulating your collagen production and healing and moisturizing and has been used since ancient times for this purpose. It is rich in vitamin A, D and E and also helps to soften the skin, being compatible with your skins own oils.
These are just some of the great ones to use for night time as their long lasting effects help to provide you with round the clock skin care and fade the signs of aging like wrinkles and bags to give you healthier and younger looking skin.
They will also promote your general health and well-being too, being rich in antioxidants and nutrients to boost your body's immune system and circulation.
Only the best night creams with these ingredients can give you a truly new skin care experience and within weeks you will notice the differences in your skin texture and tone.
To fully revitalize and rejuvenate your skin, look for these ingredients in a night cream to give you the skin you want.

What Everyone Should Know About Natural Hair Care

2009-11-24T04:19:00.000-08:00

Our hair is an important feature. And taking the proper care of your hair can be a sobering experience for many people. But today, more and more of us are becoming aware of the amazing benefits found in natural hair care. Using ingredients found in or derived from nature has proven time and time again to outperform anything that has come out of a laboratory, with a lot fewer side effects, if any at all.
However, Many so called "natural hair care" products can still contain harmful chemicals (ingredients) that in the long run, will not only hurt your hair but can lead to other ailments as well like sensitive scalp damage and skin rashes etc...So it is highly recommended that you always read the labels of every product you intend on using for your hair first and then test in small doses to see if you are allergic to anything in particular.
Some Ingredients You Need To Stay Away From :
• Parabens: Some manufacturers use this ingredient to try and get as much shelf life as they can out of their products, and it works but on the downside, parabens have been scientifically proven to induce cancer.
• Fragrances: Most fragrances used in natural hair care products are made from harmful chemicals and may cause a wide variety of allergic reactions, anywhere from migraines, skin soreness to undermining the healthy function of your central nervous system. You would do better sticking with products that contain natural scents, essential oils plant and fruit extracts.
• Mineral Oils: These are commonly used as moisturizers, but they are really just very greasy and easily blocks up your pores. This can lead to inflammation, sores or even hair breakage.
Some Ingredients you do want to see:
Shea butter (Butyrospermum Parkii ) Mango butter (Mangifera Indica) Cocoa butter (Theobroma Cacao) Black seed oil (nigella sativa) Argan oil (Argania spinosa) Oat oil (Avena sativa) Brazil nut oil (Emblica Officinalis) Tamanu oil (Calophyllum Inophyllum) Red palm oil (Elaesis guineensis) Cayenne pepper (Elaesis guineensis) Black pepper (Piper nigrum) Tumeric root (Curcuma longa) Ginger root ( Zingiber Officinale) Mustard (Brassica juncea) Pro-vitamin B5 (panthenol).
This list is even more endless and growing as we learn more about how to use nature to help us heal, repair, protect and beautify our hair with gentle results that will last us a lifetime.

Tips for Face Cleaning

2009-11-22T02:42:00.000-08:00

Normal and healthy skin can be washed simply by water as modest grease can help to retain water in your skin.
You can emphasize the T-tract if you have the mixed skin. Just rub the facial washing milk with some water and then rub your nose wing and your cheeks with it, with clean water washing at last.
The newly popular therapeutics in Japan which is called “Skin Abrosia” is not bad for the sensitive and extra-thin skin. You can just wash your face by clean water without using any cosmetics. Repeating this way one day in a week is enough. The Japanese believe that our skin has its original immunocompetence which will be destroyed if using too many excessive services. Periodic “Skin Abrosia” can active the skin recovering its normal metamolizability and relieve your skin from “live on cosmetics”.
The effect of skin cleaning in beauty salon can be achieved easily at home. Lay a hot towel on your face for 10 seconds which will benefits your lymph circulation and then wash your face with the cleanser. Don't forget to give a total wash by clean water at last.
The frequency of exfoliating in autumn and winter is no more than once a week. Sensitive skin can be washed with the mixture of washing milk and facial scrub, or just use them on the nose wing, chin and some other parts where cutin will pile up easily, so that the stimulus is reduced.
Facial cleansers that have good emulsification can help you to omit the step of washing and avoid the excessive cleaning of the skin at second time.

The Best Skin Creme For Men

2009-11-22T02:41:00.001-08:00

Believe it or not there is plenty of interest in the best skin creme for men. When it comes to anti aging some of the same rules apply to man and woman. Sun protection of course is a must. Sun damage is responsible for a lot of wrinkles and sagging skin. Men should be especially careful of the sun as they seem to spend a lot of time mowing the lawn, doing all kinds of sports, etc... In fact if their hair is thinning they should cover their scalp with a hat and/or sunscreen. The scalp should not be ignored as it is just as susceptible to skin cancer as the face.
Healthy eating, exercising and getting enough sleep are also important. When it comes to the best skin creme for men, though, guys need something with a little extra oomph to take care of inflammation issues more prevalent in males. For that one has to be willing to find a company that goes the extra mile and includes ingredients that can combat inflammation.
Luckily products do finally exist with special ingredients that go beyond what women need and actually address the special needs of males. Because guys tend to get more inflammation than women, a lotion which includes witch hazel extract is extremely beneficial. CynergyTK also goes a long way to calm down inflammation and ruddy skin.
Yet CynergyTK has another extremely important function. It helps very much in regrowing lost collagen and elastin to keep guys looking young. Thank goodness collagen and elastin can be brought up to youthful levels simply by applying the best skin care for men.
Guys, like the ladies, don't only lose collagen but they lose hyaluronic acid as well. A boost in production is badly needed as guys grow older in order to avoid saggy skin.
The best skin creme for men absolutely must contain Phytessence Wakame, which comes from Japanese sea kelp. It has the ability to keep a bad enzyme called hyaluronidase from destroying precious hyaluronic acid.
One more major threat to staying young is free radicals. They run rampant through our bodies, undoing all the good we try to do. Even something as beneficial as exercise has a dark side. It makes more free radicals.
Thank goodness for Nano-Lipobelle H EQ10, an unusual form of CoEnzyme Q10 which is a powerful antioxidant. When applied to the face it has the ability to go seven layers down to where the free radicals are doing their mischief. One by one those free radicals are quickly destroyed. Bye bye wrinkles. Only the best skin creme for men contains this one-of-a-kind antioxidant.
There actually are companies that will allow you to use the best skin creme for men for 90 days and if you're not happy you can get a total refund. It's good business. Companies are so confident that once you their wonderful product you're going to stick with it.

How to Stop Thinning Hair in Women

2009-11-22T02:39:00.000-08:00

Prevention of thinning hair in women is not difficult . Only about 2% of the female population suffers from severe causes of female thinning hair that must be treated medically with drugs. Hair loss treatment for the majority of women is often as simple as following some basic hair loss prevention techniques that involve brushing, shampooing and hair conditioning.
The foundation of any preventative measures with respect to thinning hair in women is an understanding of the basic anatomy of the hair itself. The outer bed of each hair barb, known as the cuticle, is compiled of overlapping, scale-like cells. If the hair is cared for gently and the suitable balance of moisture and oils plus acidity is kept up, these cells lie down flat, and the hair shaft is smooth and glossy. If the cuticle gets dry, broken, or frayed away, the hair is dim, lifeless, and unwieldy. The sun, hot appliances, teasing, coloring, straightening, or a lasting waving all tend to decompose the hair's cuticle. Proper maintenance helps sustain healthy hair.
• Brushing
Brush your hair one time or twice each day, particularly prior to shampooing, to circulate scalp oils and to preclude tangling. The rougher and denser your hair is, the stiffer the brush bristles ought to be. They can be nylon, plastic, or natural (boar bristle), but should have rounded tips and smooth shafts. To brush correctly, bow at the waistline and lightly and slowly draw the brush through your hair from the nape of the neck frontwards. This protects the more delicate hair at the crown of your head and about your face.
• Shampooing
If you shampoo each day, lather hair just once (twice, if the hair is really oily or scalp is sweaty) and condition it. With less frequent washing, the general pattern is to lather twice. Shampoo cleanses with a concoction of detergents and water; any additional components such as herbs, protein, beer, or oils may bestow a pleasant aroma or feel, improve manageability, or add luster. Whether advertised so or not, virtually all shampoos are pH balanced to protect the cuticle. The most effective way to shampoo is in the shower with your back to the spray. Wet your hair thoroughly, lather the shampoo between your palms, and apply it to your hair and scalp. Do not pile your hair on top of your head; rather, begin with a scalp massage, using the balls of your fingers, not your nails, then work the shampoo down the hair strands. When lathering is completed, rinse off your hair repeatedly until it feels free of shampoo, then rinse off once again. Lift parts of long hair to be sure the spray of water gets through underneath.
• Conditioning
Conditioners make hair more manageable by nullifying the electric charges caused by shampooing and combing out: many brands also have oils, proteins, and silicone to add shininess. Study conditioner labels and experiment to find out which is correct for your hair. Put on a conditioner following each shampoo, according to label instructions. Wash soundly. If your hair is inclined to be oily, condition just the ends. If your hair is fine and also oily, try conditioning prior to shampooing. Dry your hair by blotting (not rubbing) on a towel. Untangle wet hair with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb, beginning with the ends and going backwards towards the scalp. Do not brush delicate wet hair! Air dry your hair as often as convenient; then use a hair dryer, curlers, or a curling iron exclusively for finishing up.
Closely abiding by these basic thinning hair in women prevention tips will help to stop, or at least slow down, many of the normal causes of female thinning hair.

How to Make Any Body Shape Look Fantastic

2009-11-17T03:21:00.001-08:00

There are actually 12 different female body shapes. Each one as unique and defined as the next, and all easy to identify. In this guide, we look at the 6 most common body types and give you some great tips on how to use your clothing to flatter and accentuate what mother nature gave you!
• The Hourglass
If you've got big boobs, curvy hips and a nipped in waist then your hourglass figure is the envy of most women and the fantasy of most men! You have the most perfect womanly shape – do not hide it! You simply have to wear fitted clothing. You should clasp your curves and stretch your torso, so opt for V-neck cardigans and tight pencil skirts. A pointed stiletto could ruin the whole look to be sure to go for block heel rounded or peep toes for that Hollywood siren vibe!
• The Pear
This is all about proportion, and certainly not weight. Your top half is trim and balanced but you have wide hips and thick thighs. You may also feel your legs, calves and ankles lack shape. Flat fronted trousers can be your best friend. If you want to wear skirts and dresses but aren't happy with your legs, then go for a pair of straight boots. It's best to avoid any patterns or pockets around the hips and waist. Wearing a feature belt over dresses or coats will put focus on your waist and create balance.
• The Cello
You don't do small. Big boobs, big bum and big thighs, but all with an air of feminine charm – you are all woman! Your neck and legs are toned and shapely. Those boobs will look fantastic in a wide V-neck and this can be seriously versatile. Go for fixed waist skirts with sewn down panelling to flatter your tummy. A wedge heel will support your frame whilst showing off those luscious ankles.
• The Lollipop
The envy of many, and perfect for the red carpet. But daywear can be a little trickier, you find it hard to balance your shape. Bell bottom or bootcut trousers will balance out our big boobs, making you less top heavy. Try day dresses with isolated pleats to draw attention to your waist. Keep heels thin to match your legs.
• The Cornet
You were a tomboy when you were younger, and as the years passed those curvy bits never did appear. Your triangle shape is not the most feminine and you seem to live in sportswear, jeans and vest tops. Little did you know that this is the very shape that is perfect for the catwalk! Your staple wardrobe item has to be a wrap or tea dress in a draping fabric and you can get away with any pattern you fancy! Skinny jeans are ideal for playing up those snake like hips. Heels should be delicate to focus on slim calves and exquisite ankles.
• The Apple
The roundest of all the body shapes, and perfect for cuddling! You are usually the least confident but an apple shape is often just a little puppy fat or the dreaded middle age spread. Instead of draping yourself in yards of fabric, embrace your shape and adapt your style. Your body can easily be redefined if you choose the right clothing. Avoiding any extra bulk is key, so skirts and trousers should be side fastening and flat fronted. Traditional jeans aren't great with apples but if you like your denim then try a tailored, wide leg denim trouser. A small shaped wedge is the perfect shoe to show off your shapely legs. Accessorise like crazy, the bigger the better!
So there are a few pointers on how to dress no matter what your shape. And remember, shape and size are very different things.

Do Away With Dull Skin

2009-11-17T03:19:00.001-08:00

Everyone think that their skin type is normal and any type of facial cleanser will work for them. If people want to stretch their payday advances for a little more, then they should not do so when it comes to caring for the skin. If they try to use the cheapest facial cleansers or skin lotions on their skin, they might regret it terribly once the rashes and scaly flakes fall off their faces, necks, arms, and legs. Truth to tell, normal skin is relatively rare. Most people have dry and dull skin. But what they don't know, there are many types of health concerns centering on skin. Many fall under any of these categories:

• Dry Skin
People with dry skin should avoid extra strength cleansers or toners with alcohol or witch hazel. These elements irritate flaky skin and cause more problems. A mild soap, even those formulated for babies, is sufficient enough for those who have dry skin conditions.

• Oily Skin
Water-based products are better for people plagued with oily skin. They should be careful not to use skin products that are oil-based ones. Products that have alcohol in their list of formulations should also be a no-no. Alcohol's excessively drying quality will cause the skin to react by producing more oil.

• Acne-prone Skin
Cleanse acne-prone skin with products containing benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. These are common ingredients in anti-acne products. It is also important to remember that people with acne skin problems should stay away from abrasive cleansers that could cause further irritation and damage to the skin.

• Sensitive Skin
People who have sensitive skin, especially if it is related to an allergic reaction to a facial product, should schedule a visit to a good dermatologist. These skin experts can assist anyone in choosing the correct treatment for skin problems, as well as choose the right cleansers and other products for the skin. A trip to a dermatologist can be expensive so it is advisable to take out a small instant payday loan to pay fees and skin products.

Lastly, the best way to do away with dull skin is to proper nutrition and diet. Eating the right kinds of food would work wonders to revitalizing one's skin. To improve the look of one's skin, people must eat more portions of fruits and vegetables and avoid eating fatty foods. Drinking green tea is also a healthy way to improve the skin.

Cleaning Leather Shoes

2009-11-16T00:16:00.000-08:00

A p air of leather shoes can be an excellent investment. Not only do leather shoes look spiffy, but also the soft, breathable (not to mention natural) material is gentle on your feet. If you do decide to go the leather route, then you will want to clean and care for your leather shoes regularly.
Cleaning leather shoes does not require much in the way of fancy or expensive materials. All you need are two rags (one wet and one dry), water and gentle, moisturizing soap. Yang Anda butuhkan adalah dua lap (satu basah dan satu kering), air dan lembut, pelembab sabun. (Saddle soap is popular when it comes to the care of leather goods. This mild soap contains softening ingredients such as lanolin, glycerin and neatsfoot oil as well as bee's wax. It softens leather while it cleans it. Saddle soap can be purchased at most shoe stores, but any gentle, moisturizing soap will do.)
• When cleaning leather shoes, it is important to ensure that the shoes do not become too wet. There is no need to drench your shoes.
• After wetting the cloth, be sure to wring it thoroughly.
• Work up a lather on the cloth using the soap, and then rub the damp, soapy cloth across the leather.
• Use the dry rag to wipe off any excess moisture or soap.
• Some people like to apply saddle soap directly to the shoes. The saddle soap can be rubbed on the outside and inside of leather shoes, but be sure to wipe off the excess soap. The saddle soap acts as a kind of sealant and conditioner for the leather. You can also purchase leather shoe conditioners at most shoe stores. These conditioners should be applied after the shoes are clean and dry.
• Never dry leather shoes next to a radiator or fire. Excessive heat can warp the leather. Leather shoes should be dried off with a towel and left to air dry. If you need to speed up the drying process, stick newspaper or other absorbent paper inside the shoes to wick out the moisture.
• Many people choose to apply colored shoe polish after cleaning their shoes. Again, the shoes should be clean and dry before applying the polish. Choose the color carefully and test it on a small section of the leather before brushing it across the body of the shoe. Polish can also act as a conditioner and protective sealant for leather shoes.

Choosing The Best Night Face Cream

2009-11-16T00:15:00.000-08:00

A natural night face cream is an essential part of a skin care regime, and care should be taken to choose the right one to avoid the harmful chemicals that so many today contain. A good cream will gently rejuvenate your skin, and provide essential nutrients to keep it in health.
Plant extracts and natural oils in the best night face creams will help to gently pull out dirt and grime from the day and form a barrier to lock in moisture naturally.
In sharp contrast, many regular brands use mineral oil to keep in the moisture but this by-product of petroleum strips away natural oils and clogs up the pores, leading to rashes and potential long term health implications.
Parabens are another common ingredient used as a preservative but have been linked to cancer and interfering with the body's endocrine system, which helps to regulate hormonal activity, and should be avoided.
While you sleep, the skin rejuvenates, especially between midnight and four in the morning and Avocado oil, Shea Butter and natural vitamin E help to sooth and soften the skin and strengthen the collagen to help fade wrinkles and lines.
Active Manuka honey in a night face cream is effective, containing powerful antioxidants and antibacterial qualities to boost your immune system and revitalize your skin while you sleep, helping to give your skin round the clock care.
They contain no harmful chemicals, no fragrances and only natural ingredients that work with your body, improving your general health as well and leaving you with a totally new skin care experience.
Now you know a little more about which ingredients to avoid and which to use, you can confidently go about choosing the best night face creams and enjoy healthier, younger looking skin with increased vitality.

5 Hair Coloring Tips to Save You Money

2009-11-16T00:13:00.001-08:00

Everyone is looking for ways to save money during this mini recession and one way is to do your own hair coloring at home rather than going to the beauty salon. Other than the expense of a home hair coloring product, the only other cost is your time. Learn to do your own hair coloring at home, save money, and feel good at the same time.
1) Hair coloring products could induce allergic reactions, hurt your hair, or produce an unflattering color if applied improperly. If you do choose to alter your hair coloration, pick out a product from a reputable manufacturer. Remember that the greater the color change you do, the more abrasive the chemical action will be. Consequently it is better to select a color only a couple of tints away from your natural color. Do not anticipate the coloration on the package to be an precise indicator of what you will get. Outcomes depend on your own hair color.
2) Never color your hair on the spur of the moment. Purchase your kit a couple of days beforehand and study the directions numerous times very carefully. Accumulate all materials you'll require, including a clock for timing and a smock to protect your wearing apparel.
3) At least twenty-four hours before you color your hair, do a "patch test" for an allergic reaction, according to the manufacturer's instructions. If inflammation or itchiness happens, don't apply the product! Bring back the hair coloring product to the store where you bought it or mail it at once back to the company for a refund of your purchase price.
4) Prior to really beginning the hair coloring process, conduct a "strand test" to discover how the coloration will appear on your hair. Snip off a strand of hair, place it in the coloring solution, and time it as suggested in the directions. Observe the precise number of minutes it takes to acquire the color you wish. Never apply a dye or bleaching agent on a reddened or cut scalp.
5) Devote accurate attention to the timing during the coloring process! It is vital to the wellness of your hair and to attaining the color you desire. Use rubber gloves to handle the hair color solution.
If you're toying with adding a permanent wave or straightening your hair besides just coloring it, it's advisable to contact a reputable beauty shop to ensure there wouldn't be any problems.
Finally, earmark some of the money saved to go out and treat yourself! After all, what is the point of changing your hair color, if no one can see you and appreciate your new hair!

Discover Nutrients for Healthy Skin

2009-11-10T05:23:00.000-08:00

Research has shown that low levels in the bloodstream are associated with acne. Yet, supplements containing those vitamins are not always beneficial.

Good dietary sources of the vitamins A and E include fruits, vegetables, some whole grains and some kinds of vegetable oil. While some teenagers are health conscious and eat a variety of those foods, many prefer junk food.

Junk food, particular things like potato chips, cupcakes and white bread, contribute to inflammation, which is one of the root causes of acne. Those foods also cause wrinkles, because they contribute to the formation of Advanced Glycation End-products, commonly referred to as AGEs, an apt name, because they contribute to cellular aging throughout the body.

Suppose a person with acne took a supplement containing the vitamins A and E, but did not change their dietary habits. The vitamins A and E do not have anti-inflammatory activity, only antioxidant activity. So, taking the nutrients for healthy skin would not counteract the negative effects of junk food in the diet.

In addition, most of the Vitamin E supplements in the US contain synthetic vitamin E, derived from petrochemicals (petroleum byproducts). It's kind of like taking a plastic vitamin. It might look the same, but on some level, it is not the same.

I mentioned teenagers above only because the age-group has the highest number of acne sufferers. Acne, however, can occur at any age. The causes include an overgrowth of bacteria and, as mentioned above, inflammation.

Hormonal changes are most often blamed and they probably play a role in the condition. But, if tackled from a multi-tiered approach, the effects of those hormones can be minimized.

• The first step is eating foods that contain nutrients for healthy skin, for example: fruits, vegetables, whole grains and good protein sources, such as fish and lean poultry.
• The second is to avoid junk food, which may also be referred to as “simple” carbohydrates or foods with a high glycemic index.
• The third step is to use skincare products that have natural antioxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory activity. The ingredients to look for include active manuka honey, coenzyme Q10 and a compound called CYNERGY TK. The products should also include natural vitamin E, but not vitamin A or retinol.

Vitamin A might be one of the nutrients for healthy skin, but creams containing it cause redness, itching and irritation. The body can and does make its own retinol from beta-carotene and other carotenoids, found in carrots and other vegetables. Plant extracts containing beta-carotene may be used in skincare, without problem and could be beneficial.

In conclusion, active manuka honey has natural anti-bacterial activity. Coenzyme Q10 is one of the most potent antioxidants, known. CYNERGY TK provides the protein necessary for the body to create new skin cells and it has anti-inflammatory activity. Some of the better body lotions on the market contain all of those ingredients and other nutrients for healthy skin.

Discover a Top Rate Eye Cream

2009-11-10T05:21:00.001-08:00

There are a lot of issues that a product to be considered a top rated eye cream must address. The area around the eyes is hit harder than any part of you during the course of the aging process. This is because it is not only the loss of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid that affects this area, but a bevy of things that do not affect other parts of your skin.

While the loss of this connective tissue is certainly on of the biggest causes for this area breaking down, the eye is special. The processes that involve only the eye include the thinning of the skin underneath of the eye, and the lagging removal of fluid and hemoglobin in the eye that stretches this thinning skin. This produces bags under the eye, and the larger than normal accumulation of hemoglobin causes dark circles.

There is a lot on the plate of the top rated eye cream, so you have to be sure that the product you choose has the correct mixture of the all natural ingredients that you need. Most of the formulas being sold contain only a few anti aging ingredients in them, and if one of those necessary for repairing the problem is missing your results will be disappointing.

The first thing that your formula must do is effectively treat the decline in production of your collagen and elastin, and the breakdown of your hyaluronic acid. Both of these problems can be solved through the use of products containing the compounds Functional Keratin, and Phytessence Wakame Extract. Here is how these two will rectify the tissue loss that you have suffered.

Functional Keratin is a protein blend that will promote a dramatic increase in the production of the cells necessary for the creation of collagen and elastin. Phytessence Wakame Extract comes from kelp, and it eliminates the ability of the enzyme that is destroying your hyaluronic acid to cause it to break down. With this are solved, let's see what else the top rated eye cream should contain.

Eyeliss is formed by protein peptides, which targets the bags that you develop due to the build-up of fluid underneath your skin. This ingredient will improve the lymphatic circulation under the eyes, reducing puffiness, and it improves firmness and elasticity. Eyeliss will also increase capillary permeability, which eliminates the dark circles that you have.

The top rated eye cream will also feature Haloxyl, which aids in removing hemoglobin and other waste products that also contribute to circles and bags. This ingredient has been shown to reduce dark circles by 60%, and it also aids in thickening the skin underneath the eye. This action greatly improves the appearance of this area.

Make no mistake about it. The top rated eye cream has a lot of work to do in order to correct all of the issues surrounding the eyes. Most anti aging products are not capable of getting the job done, but the one that I described here will have you looking like you old self again in no time.

Body Shape Fashion Tips

2009-11-10T05:20:00.000-08:00

Every woman wants to feel and look great. Some women want to look good for their husbands or boyfriends, some for strangers they don't even know and some want it for themselves.
One of the most difficult things in our lives is to accept our bodies the way they are, especially when they are not perfect. But when you can achieve that and find inner peace between you and your body, you'll stop stressing out about your size and start to concentrate on more important things in your life. The first step to achieve that is to find out what body shape you are and then use mine great body shape fashion tips to disguise your flaws and show the best assets of your body.

There are four common body shapes: pear, apple, hourglass and rectangle.
• Pears
Pears have their upper body smaller than lower and when they gain weight it usually goes to their hips and thighs. Because the lower body is larger than the upper one, it's important for pears to find a balance between the two. So if your body shape is pear you should wear fitted tops in bright and light colours with different prints and to make your hips and legs look slimmer you should wear A – line or flared skirts. If you prefer jeans you should wear wide – leg or straight legged jeans in darker colours. Another great fashion tip is that if you want to bring attention to your neck and face rather then to your hips, you should wear necklaces and earrings.

• Apples
Apples have their upper body larger than lower and if they gain weight it usually goes to their waistline. So it's important to draw attention from your waist to your legs. So wear jeans that have a flat front and have back pockets that can give a little bit of curve to your flatter rear. You should stay away from jeans that are too tight as they will make you look even bigger on the top. If you prefer skirts, wear A – line skirts or short skirts that are 1 to 5 inches above the knee. The tops you shouldn't wear with those jeans and skirts are dark tops with too many patterns.

• Hourglass
If you're lucky enough to have an hourglass figure, you've found a balance that most of us. Because your shoulders and curvy hips are equal in size, you don't have to be afraid of patterns and you should go for tops with V – neck and wear some stretch denim jeans with larger hips and smaller waist. As for skirts you should wear ¾ length or full length skirts. Probably the most valuable of all body shape fashion tips for women with an hourglass figure is – don't hide your body by wearing some baggy clothes.

• Rectangle
If you have a rectangle figure you definitely have great legs and you should show them by wearing jeans with a low – rise and with back pockets that will make your bottom look fuller. Or you can wear pencil, A – lined or flared skirts. Because your figure is straight up and down you shouldn't wear vertical patterns as they will make you look even thinner, but rather wear scoop neck or V – neck tops that will make you look curvier.

We are all different in the way we look but we have one thing in common, we always find something we don't like about our bodies. So make the first step to change and find out what your body shape is and use body shape fashion tips as they can help you to take the focus of your problem areas and emphasize what is positive on your body. They can even save your time when shopping, as quite often we buy clothes that are unflattering for our figure because they don't have the right cut, colour or print.

And there's another aspect where mine body shape fashion tips can be very useful. They can help you to become more confident, because the way you feel determines the way you look. So feel confident and it definitely will show.

Vitamins and minerals for your hair

2009-11-08T07:04:00.000-08:00

The real beauty of your hair comes from the inside. If you eat food that contains a lot of vitamins and minerals, your hair will look healthier and shine more. Everything what is good to keep your organism healthy is good for your hair as well. There are products that have great effect on you if you consume them regularly.
Minerals are needed for our organisms because they stimulate certain activities of our bodies. Calcium, magnesium, manganese and potassium stimulate hair growth. You consume calcium whenever you eat beans, nuts, tofu, fish, brewer's yeast or sesame seeds. Whole grains, wheat germ, nuts, soy beans and green vegetable are great sources of magnesium. Manganese can be found in whole grain cereals, peas, fish, meat and eggs. Avocados contain both magnesium and potassium. To consume potassium you should choose bananas, dates, dried fruits, potatoes, yogurt and brown rice.
Some minerals can even prevent hair loss, there are: chromium, iodine and iron. To eat enough iodine you should choose meals that contain iodized salt, garlic, fish, kelp and seaweed. Brewer's yeast, whole wheat bread, beef and liver hide needed amount of chromium. Iron is important as well. Products that contain iron are fish, chicken, dried fruits, liver, green vegetables and whole grains.
Copper is needed for hair to sustain hair structure and color. Food sources for copper are green vegetables, eggs, whole grains, liver, beans, chicken and mollusks.
Our bodies crave vitamins just as well as minerals. Vitamins B5, B6, B12 and biotin works to prevent hair loss. Vitamin B5 and vitamin B6 hide in brewer's yeast, egg yolks, meat and whole grain cereals. Vegetables and liver are other sources for vitamin B6. Vitamin B12 can be found in eggs, chicken, fish and milk. Products to consume if you need biotin are almost the same: you need to eat whole grains, milk, egg yolks, brewer's yeast, liver and rice. Biotin and vitamin B5 also work to prevent graying, while vitamin B6 is used to create melanin, the material that gives your hair its color.
Vitamins A, C and E are antioxidants that work to keep scalp healthy. Good sources for vitamin A are spinach, cabbage, broccoli, milk, eggs, cheese, fish liver oil, peaches and apricots. Vitamin C is found in strawberries, citrus fruits, pineapple, potatoes, tomatoes, cantaloupe, dark green vegetables and kiwi. And food sources for vitamin E are soybeans, nuts, dried beans, wheat germ oil, raw seeds, leafy green vegetables and cold-pressed vegetable oils.
Vitamin B3 makes hair to grow faster. Vitamin B3 is in foods like turkey, chicken, meat, brewer's yeast, wheat germ and fish. Inositol helps hair follicles to stay healthy. Food sources for this vitamin are liver, brewer's yeast, citrus fruits and whole grains.

Long hair styles

2009-11-08T07:02:00.001-08:00

Long hair styles are still a feature that makes women look as feminine as possible. But long hair requires a lot of care. If you want to look really fashionable, you have to pay attention and style your hair every day. Pony tail is surely an old and unfashionable long hair style.
With long hair you may style it in many ways. Various ways of twinning, twisting parting and tufts may create you various styles and enable to have different looks every day. But, if you don't have enough time to style your long hair ever day, you may choose from variety of cuts that doesn't require any special care.
Long and layered cuts are very fashionable nowadays. It's especially popular between ladies with straight hair. You may apply some spray or gel, but it won't make much difference.
Another popular long hair style is lengthy curls. As you already have a messy look you don't have to do anything to look good. It's very comfortable for busy ladies. If you have straight hair, don't be afraid to get permanent waves, they'll last for at least a few months and the only thing you'll have to do to make your hair look good is apply mousse.
One of the greatest advantage of long hair is that if you overslept and don't have time to wash your hair, you may simply twin them or get a tuft. It's also a fact that long hair doesn't get greasy as fast as short ones, so you won't have to wash it that often.
Long hair is also very convenient if you want to cover some disadvantages of your face. All you have to do is get a professional stylist and your problem is solved. If you, for example, have a narrow forehead, get your wear your hair wide and full at the top and temples, brushed away from the face and up toward the ears to widen forehead. Any feature may be covered by choosing the right hair style.
It's also a fact that long hair looks good for any woman, unlike short hair styles. Though it may require more care, but styling them is surely easier. You won't have to cut them as often as short hair and even if you won't like the way you look, you'll always be able to get a pony tail (however, it's not the best way out).
If you want to make your hair really impressive, get various pins and you'll be able to make various hair styles. Be creative, get your hair up, twist your parting, twin some of your hair and you will sure look original.
Although long hair needs more care, it's surely easier to style them. Moreover, there are more ways to get them done and you may easily get original looks every day. Long hair suits any woman with any face shape. Long hair styles are always fashionable and are undoubtedly the best way to look feminine.

Ladies Fitness (Ages 12-18)

2009-11-08T07:01:00.001-08:00

You must believe in yourself and just wish you were in a better shape. You don't want to be big and muscular, but you do want to look athletic and fit. You worry about dieting because of all the crazy information out there, and more than anything, you want to be healthy.
On top of this, everyone tells you to just be patient, wait till your body matures, and don't worry about that, you are still too young.
To begin with, let's look at nutrition. There are three types of molecules in food that we have to be concerned with: Protein, Carbohydrates and Fats. It is important that your body receive certain portions of all of these.
However, what you may not know, is that when you take them in is also important. There are list a few good food types so that you understand the differences.
• Protein: Egg yolks, Fish, Chicken, Red meat, Pork
• Carbohydrate: Rice, Potatoes, Green beans, Corn, Broccoli
• Fat: Olive oil, Butter, Vegetable oil, Canola, Nut Oil

Now, there are some very simple rules that you can follow to put you on the path to sensible eating:
• Eat 5-7 small meals per day
• Always include some protein with every meal
• Take in no simple carbohydrates, like breads, candy, etc.
• Take in only green cars within 4 hours of bed time
• If trying to lose weight, eat carbs with first 3 meals only
• If trying to gain weight, eat carbs with all meals except last
EXERCISING
Now, let's take a look at exercise. There are three types of exercise, realistically, that you will want to be concerned with at this point. These are cardiovascular, weight training and cross-training. Again, the following list will provide some insight into the different types.
• Cardiovascular: Biking, Hiking, Step climbing.
• Weight-Training: Free weights, Weight machines.
• Cross-training: Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Swimming.
Additional rules for exercising
Engage in Cross-training or cardiovascular exercise at least 3 times per week, for no less than 30 mins. When beginning to weight train, work out the entire body 2-3 times per week. Always allow at least one day between workouts. When in doubt, use free weights, not machines. Free weights will strengthen joints and connective tissue, machine typically do not. In the beginning, training should focus on 3 key areas, Back, Chest and Legs. You should always use a full range of motion when doing any exercise.
Exercising at home
• Deep squats, holding a large book in each hand, hands out to a side
• Shoulder presses with either buckets, paint cans, or anything else
• Push-ups
• Leg lifts on a chair
• Arm curls

Beautiful Feet

2009-11-05T23:51:00.000-08:00

Having cracked or bleeding feet is never desirable to anyone. You need to know how to care for your feet, if you wish to get such beautiful feet. Setting aside some time from your daily schedule, about half an hour, for a regular foot treatment will keep them healthy and beautiful throughout the year. There are the foot care tips that will make beautiful foot:
• Apply a foot scrub every day, preferably after a tiring day at work. You can either make a scrub at Beauty Tips or simply buy one that contains essential oils . Massage the ingredients into your feet, and leave on for 5-10 minutes. Wash off with warm water. This method is helpful when it comes to saving time as well as getting the desired effect.

• Use a moisturizer everyday on your feet, after bath and before going to sleep, carefully massaging into the dry areas, nails and the cuticles. This will keep the feet feeling soft.

Beauty sleep (facts and myths)

2009-11-05T23:49:00.001-08:00

The word we can hear rather often but don't have a complete understanding what is the beauty sleep. We usually use this phrase to make a joke, but beauty sleep is actually a real thing and we all can get it. But, most people misunderstand the phrase.
Most of us think that if you are sleeping in any time but night - you are having beauty sleep. That's so not true! Beauty sleep is actually included in your night sleep, yet not every one gets it. Your body needs to have a sleeping routine, you should go to sleep and get up at about the same time everyday. Only in such case you'll get your beauty sleep.
Don't believe in that illusion that if you'll get your beauty sleep, you'll naturally become beautiful. People who don't have sleeping routine commonly look tires, because their body gets tired of the changing life rhythm. Those who get their beauty sleep look fresh and full of energy. Bad sleep can affect your weight as well. While you are sleeping, your body reduces stress hormones, which are important for fat loss. That means: the more sleep you get the more hormones are lost and the less weight you are in danger to get.
Skin is also very sensitive to your sleep changes. Body uses sleeping time to restore dead skin. If you don’t get enough sleep, your skin may look pale or even gray, you'll probably get black circles under your eyes. You must avoid all these unwanted effects is to set your everyday sleeping time.
You should take care of your sleep quality as well. If you are having nightmares or after a whole night sleep you still feel tired, try something as listening to meditation music before going to sleep (you may leave it turned on while sleeping) or having a hot aroma bath before getting to bed. If this doesn't help, you are really stressed or have some serious health problems and you should ask for some professional help.
To use beauty sleep advantages at the maximum, use night creams and lotions for your body, exercise when you get up and eat healthy food at least for breakfast. Try to control your self and don't get too much stress , so that your body wouldn't be very busy at night and you could have a better rest.
Don't expect too much of it. As mentioned before your appearance won't change. You'll simple look fresh and your skin will be beautiful, you won't have black circles around. You won't feel tired therefore even your mood will get better.
Sleep is a very important part of our lives although many people don't pay any attention to quantity and quality of sleep. Beauty sleep is important not only for those who seek to be beautiful but for all of us because it is also very healthy. Although you may lose some day time, the one that you'll still have left will surely be much better!

Body-care tips for men

2009-11-05T23:48:00.000-08:00

Everybody prefers to be beautiful. No matter what your gender is, if you want to be accepted by other people you must take care not only of your inside but of your body as well. Men should take care of their body just as carefully as women do, if they do want to look great. No matter how beautiful you naturally are, you must take care of your body, because beautiful body is the only thing that will make you really attractive.
• First of all take care of your body. Beautiful body, some muscles will surely attract a lot of girls, and you'll feel better. Well-built man will look attractive to women and will make an impression on other men. It's not only physical but also psychological issue.
• You are a man, so you have to shave, don't be lazy. It's not that hard to shave your facial hair every day or at least every second day. You'll look tidy, which is also very important if you want to make a good impression on other people. Yet, there are some men who look perfect with three days beard. It gives them the charm that would win any woman's heart. However, you have to be sure it suits your style and fits you well. Ask your female friend for her opinion on the matter, so you don't make a huge mistake. Women will tell you the real truth.
• While talking about shaving, most men do not shave their armpits. And they should. It's nothing shameful. Have in mind that it smells. There's nothing feminine about it. You are just taking care of your body. Any women would appreciate that. Shaved armpits won't smell and you won't sweat so much.
• Taking care of your nails is also very important and not feminine at all. He would look untidy, and that's the biggest mistake one can make. It doesn't mean that you have to polish them or anything like that. Just cut them, and make sure they are always clean.
• Every man should always smell good. Using perfume is a great thing. Scent is a great thing, it has many stimulating feature and good smell may help you in various situation without you even noticing that. Choose perfume you like and you won't even smell it yourself, while you will surely make a good impression on other people.
• Take care of your hair. Don't let them get greasy, use hair conditioner to make them look soft. No matter what hair style you sport, it just won't look good if your hair will be greasy or look unhealthy. Beautiful hair is a great way to look better.
• Don't forget that it's all about looking tidy. No matter what style you prefer, make sure your clothes are always clean, without any holes and stuff like that. No matter what it takes for you to look tidy, be sure it's worth doing it. It's not that hard to do some basic things, which take no time. You will not just make a good impression on other people, but feel much better as well.

Vitamins for Skin

2009-11-05T04:39:00.001-08:00

There are several vitamins which useful to our skin:
• Vitamin A (The Strongest Wrinkle Fighter)
Vitamin A is essential for the formation of healthy skin cells. Deficiency of Vitamin A over a long period of time can lead to thick, itchy dry skin which can be prone to infection. Taking vitamin A as a supplement can also be helpful for treating many skin disorders such as acne, eczema, rashes and infections.

• Vitamin B (The Skin Conditioner)
The B vitamins are important for skin and nerve health. It may be helpful to take if you suffer from dull skin.

• Vitamin C (The Skin Defense System)
One of vitamin C main role is the manufacture of collagen, the substance which forms the basis of connective tissue, or the glue that holds the skin cells together. Collagen fibres act to hold the skin taut and firm as we age. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant which means it is able to neutralise the dangerous molecules called free radicals that form when the body is exposed to sunlight, smog and cigarette smoke.

• Vitamin E (For Extra Protection)
Both vitamin C and vitamin E have been shown to protect the skin against sun damage. Vitamin E is an oil so it helps to soften the complexion. Taken as a supplement vitamin E is absorbed into cell membranes where it acts as an antioxidant, protecting the cells from damage.

Vitamin E comes in different forms: the more potent version is alpha tocopherol. You can add the contents of a vitamin E capsule to your regular moisturizer.

Healthy Skin

2009-11-05T04:37:00.001-08:00

Skin is one of the most important elements to our beauty to a great extent. But because of the hectic daily schedule most of us get little time to take thorough care of it. So, the skin most often go neglected. A healthy skin is not a gift of God but how the effort to keep it healthy. There are several ways and habits to be followed to get a healthy skin. Although there are various types of skin but the basic types happen to be dry skin, oily skin and normal skin. There are more ways to take care of the skin but the basic requirement is to provide nourishment to the skin and this will result in a healthy skin glowing with life.
Tips for keeping skin healthy
• Staying Away from Sun
Our skin should never be exposed to the direct ray of the sun as the ultra violet ray emitted by the sun rays is immensely harmful to our skin. The UV ray causes damage to our skin to a great extent. It leads to wrinkles, dry and rough skin, pigmentation and therefore gives the skin look old prematurely. It is very difficult to ignore the sunlight as one can’t help going out for work purpose and therefore he or she has to come in contact with the sun but there are certain ways by practicing which we can keep away the harmful effects of the sun. This can be done by taking the following measures. One must make it a point, not to stay for prolonged hour under sun. One must always wear cloths which will protect the skin from sun rays. For instance, it is better to wear long sleeved dresses than short sleeved ones. Clothes made of fabrics which are tightly woven, such as denim doesn’t provide much exposure to the sun. These cloths will on one hand protect the body from the sun rays and at the same time keep one comfortable and cool from inside. The most important point is to use a sunscreen crème or lotion whenever going out under sun. It is better to use them about 20 minutes before going out and then if one is continuously under the sun then repeat it in every 2 hours.

• Washing the skin
A daily skin care routine must be followed in order to keep the skin healthy. The skin should be washed regularly with a mild soap, an herbal soap is preferable. In order to get a healthy skin it is mandatory to moisturize it thoroughly using gentle strokes, at least once in a day. It is good to wash the skin with lukewarm water and if some soap or crème is causing irritation, then the use of it should be stopped immediately.

Smoking shouldn’t be indulged

Smoking renders harmful effect to ski. It creates wrinkles and takes away the natural glow of the skin. Therefore one shouldn’t smoke in order to have a healthy skin

Diet for Skin

As we need food to live, the same way skin also requires balanced nourishment to sustain. The nourishment comes from the food we eat. Therefore in order to have a full fed skin, we must be on a healthy diet. It is not proper to a great deal of junk food rich in oil content, so, one should keep away from fried delights. It will be great, to have lots of green vegetables as they just do wonder to our skin. Drinking lots of water should also be an essential part of our skin routine.

20 Beauty Secrets

2009-11-05T04:36:00.001-08:00

There are the 20 things we wish we knew when we were teenagers:
• Skip the foundation
Foundation is for women over 35. Foundation adalah untuk wanita di atas 35. Not only will it cover up your natural beauty, but foundation on a teenager looks anything but natural. Instead, cover up blemishes with concealer, then follow with a powder or tinted mosturizer. Tinted moisturizers tend to be lighter than heavy foundations.

• Less is more
Ever notice how some of your friends look best with no makeup at all? No matter your age, too much makeup makes you look worse. If you wear foundation, powder, blush, liner, mascara, eyeshadow, lip liner and gloss on an everyday basis, then you're overdoing it. Tone it down: All you really need is a great mascara, concealer for blemishes and gloss. Add a pop of blush in winter.

• You pat concealer in, you never rub it in
When applying concealer, put a bit on the pad of your middle finger and pat it in. Never rub. Got acne? Pat the concealer on top of it.

• Vaseline is your best friend
Vaseline is a great, cheap eye makeup remover. It's also great for fixing chapped, scaly lips. Slather on a bunch of Vaseline, then use a toothbrush to massage lips. Wipe the excess off on a tissue. Your lips will be smooth and soft.

• Play up your lips or your eyes, never both
If you are wearing heavy eye makeup, go for nude lips with just a bit of gloss. Keep face light (stay away from heavy blush) and wear only mascara on your eyes and a light eyeshadow. Don't heavily line your eyes. Play up both and you'll look like a clown. And never, ever line lips in a darker color than your gloss or lipstick.

• Buying foundation or lipstick?
There are some beauty products you simply must try out at a department store or Sephora before you buy. These include: Foundation, lipstick, blush and powder. Buy these products in a grocery store and you'll be lucky if you picked the right color for your skin tone. What you can get away with without testing: Mascara, eye liner, most basic eye shadows and lip gloss.

• You can never go wrong with layers
Long layers are great for any hair type: Super curly, straight or wavy. It makes thin hair appear thicker, curly hair appear manageable and wavy hair appear just-got-back-from-the-beach sexy. Just make sure you don't get too many layers cut in. Too many short layers is dated.

• Acne?
Get thee to a dermatologist, stat Biggest mistake people with acne make? Not going to a dermatologist. Getting rid of those pimples will be the best investment you'll ever make. And the only guaranteed way to do it is with a dermatologist.

• Spend money on key beauty products
Not sure what to splurge on and what to save on? I give you the scoop in this article . See if you should splurge or save on cleansers, mascara, concealer and more.

• When can you skip sunscreen ?
Here's a trick we wish we knew: The first beauty product you should apply every day is sunscreen, even if it's cloudy or rainy outside. Good habits start young and if you use sunscreen now, you'll have gorgeous skin when you're 50, 60, 70. Remember, the sun's UV rays can penetrate clouds and car windows.

• Natural hair is always hot
If you have super dark hair, lighten your look by going a shade darker or getting lighter highlights. Try highlights, especially framing the face. We see too many teens lightening their hair several shades and the look can be super-tacky, not super-fabulous. The trick is to let people assume you were born with sun-kissed hair, not that you gave yourself a bad dye job from a bottle.

• Wrapping hair around the barrel creates waves
There's nothing cooler than long, layered waves. To get them, wind hair AROUND the barrel of a large curling iron. Reverse direction for each 2-inch section (wind up for one, down for another).

• Don't let nails go
Not into manicures and pedicures? Just make sure to keep nails clean and the same length. If you do want to paint them, don't keep the polish on until half of it's chipped away. Also, there's nothing worse than too-long toenails. Keep nails clipped between pedicures! People tend to judge others by the care they put into their hands and feet.

• Don't line the inside of your eyes
It will make your eyes appear smaller. Instead, line just at the lash line. Also, an obvious line doesn't look natural.

• Oily hair?
If you have blonde hair, sprinkling a bit of baby powder on your roots and at your crown will soak up excess oils. If you have brown hair, you might be better off with a dry shampoo for your hair color.

Tips for a Better Body Image

2009-11-03T21:08:00.000-08:00

There are lots of reasons to appreciate even cherish the body you have. For one thing, accepting yourself is a lot more fun, than constantly obsessing over what you don't like, don't have, or want to 'fix.' "Your body is yours, uniquely yours, to use, take care of, and to treasure.
Here are some things to help you appreciate all that is -- you!
• Stop Talking About Your Weight (or your hair, face, whatever)
Every time you disparage yourself somebody is listening. Literally, your body 'hears' what you say and your negative feelings are reinforced and further internalized. Because you're hurting the one you love you.

• Think About What You're Missing
Consider this: What do you miss out on when you don't accept your body and treat it well? Aside from the physical and mental health risks, think about all the things you refrain from doing, trying, being. Think about all the people you don't meet, the cool things you never experience, when you let a pesky negative body image stand in your way.

• Concentrate on Things You Do Well
Why focus on what you don't like when you could just as easily focus on what you do like? Keep busy; there's nothing like talking with a friend or playing a vigorous game of volleyball to make you forget about your silly ole appearance. Change your focus, and you'll soon see a change in how you feel.

• Make a List of People You Admire
Who do you think is cool? What do you think are the most important traits a person can have? List who you admire, or people you recognize as having made a difference in your life, or in the world. Likely your list is chock full of smart, kind, creative, inventive, funny, talented, self-confident people. And, aren't you a couple of those things yourself? (And if self-confident isn't one of them, why not start today?)

• Don't Believe the Hype!
Remember: The objective of the fashion, cosmetic, diet, fitness and plastic surgery industries is not to inform, serve, guide or help you. It is to make money. And how do they make their gazillions of dollars? By suggesting that you need to be different, and that you need to spend money to get that way.
Think about it: Their very existence is predicated on you not liking you the way you are. Remember: You're the boss of you. Don't define yourself by arbitrary, external dictates. Instead, work on developing your own style. Have fun. Wear something weird. Or don't. Do what feels right, and you won't go wrong.

BEAUTIFUL EVERYDAY

2009-11-03T21:06:00.001-08:00

To tell you the truth, being beautiful and even elegant is easier than it might seem. If you are willing to follow some simple steps, you will look wonderful every single day as well. All you have to do is take care of yourself.
• When it comes to makeup, remember one rule: natural = beautiful. Yet, most women apply makeup everyday. It's ok, just make too much of it. Remember that there's a rather great difference between daily and evening makeup Ladies who has beautiful skin should use only mascara and lipstick . Powder is acceptable only for those who have some skin problems.

• If you want to look beautiful you can't leave home with dirty hair. You must wash it every two days. If you have oily hair , wash them daily. Don't forget to visit your hair dresser constantly. Don't let your hair look greasy or untidy Jangan biarkan rambut Anda terlihat berminyak atau berantakan. It surely makes a bad impression.

• Be adequately careful with your clothing. You don't have to be super fashionable or stylish. Just make sure your clothes are clean and fresh and no matter what your style is, you will look nice. Don't forget to make sure your clothes are not too small and too shaggy for you, because it makes an impression of an untidy person.

• Your nails are also very important. You would get surprised how much attention people pay to your hands. To think of it yourself, would you find a person with dirty or broken nails attractive? Probably not, so you're not an exception and if you want to be attractive, be very attentive to every little detail.

• Don't forget grace! Straight back and small steps will guarantee you an elegant look that will make you charming and attractive. For most women it comes as a surprise that graceful walk are so important, but once again, haven't you ever noticed how beautiful and elegant seem those ladies who walks with straight back and head up?

• Mind your manners. Doing nothing that is unacceptable in public doesn't mean your manners are good. Don't forget to sorry and thank people, control your tone while talking to others and even clean your language. Talking properly will and in nice tone will help you in your relationship with colleagues, friends and even family members.

• Combining all these things will undoubtedly make you look beautiful. Beauty is not all about facial features or body shape. Every single woman can feel and really look wonderful, all you have to do is pay attention to your self and find some time to take care of your looks. And don't forget, that only when you'll find yourself attractive and charming other people will find attractive and charming as well.

NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL

2009-11-03T21:05:00.000-08:00

What men and women think of natural and fake beauty? There can be no discussion - everyone adores natural things. But we are all different and in spite of copying someone we should simply emphasize the beauty we have. Do some sports, eat healthy food and you will soon have the shape you want.

Makeup is ok. You may use it to hide some details you don't like, but why to use so much of it? Women know that self-confident, charming and communicative female does not necessarily have to wear makeup or have a perfect skin or face shape to be a center of attention. It's a common truth that people adore natural looks, and if one says a compliment to you when you are wearing evening makeup, that still doesn't mean you should wear it all the time.

It may not be perfect, but the point is - it is natural. Whole world adores natural things, so before having a plastic surgery or doing makeup in the morning think whether you really need it.

Take care of your skin, learn to hide the details you don't like about yourself and you'll definitely feel better knowing that you are beautiful. Naturally.