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Secrets Of Red Carpet Skin

looseitback — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 11:44:05 +0000

A tanned skin is great to flaunt but unknown too many, courting the UV rays of the sun is the greatest damage that you can ever hope to inflict on your skin. So as you lie on the front and enjoy the first rays of the summer sun, you can be sure that the marks, pimples, acne and the ungainly spots are not too far away either. Tips to a blemish-free skin will advice you to stay away from the sun and when absolutely necessary to step outdoors, pile up on the sunscreen.

A cabinet full of lotions, masks and cosmetics are of no use against a pigmented, freckled and pimple-prone skin whatsoever if you continue with your diet of oily, fatty foods and a lot of junk like chocolates, sweets and colas. If you want to prevent such an impasse, then you know what to do.

Moreover, a healthy diet, high in protein (fish, meat and eggs), fresh fruits and vegetables, lots of water will help your metabolism be in top-notch condition so it is definitely an impetus enough.

It is all okay that your no-make up look, albeit accomplished with layers of make up, won rave reviews at the party, but it is imperative that you remove it first thing after you return home. In fact, cleansing should not be restricted to such instances only. Before you retire for the night, upon waking up and before you apply the make up after a perspiring round of tennis: a thorough cleansing of the skin is absolutely essential.

You have done the cleaning. Can the moisturizing routine be far behind! It is essential that all this cleaning does not jeopardize the natural pH balance of your skin. Control those premature wrinkles and the dull and flaky dry skin with some liberal doses of moisturizer and not only on the facial skin but all over the body.

A round of vigorous scrubbing is in the pipeline. Exfoliating your skin daily gets rid of your dead skin cells so that the moisturizer gets to penetrate easily. It is especially beneficial for an acne-prone skin, but this skin demands a gentle exfoliating agent.

Now that you know the secret of how to have that Jennifer Anniston or J.Lo-like flawless skin, take the plunge into the daily skin care regimen. And you will soon have people mistaking your age.

fixing my broken lipstick

looseitback — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:44:26 +0000

Tsk tsk tsk! Basically, I’m only keeping two to three lipsticks in make-up kit. I don’t really see the point of having too much that I can’t barely use. I think it’s only a waste of money especially in these rough economic times. Unfortunately, I accidentally broke one of my lipsticks, which is only a month old. Good thing I found something in the net to fix it back. I thought it would be a goner.

It works like this. Heat both sides of the broken bullet for five to six seconds, (using hair dryer) until the product is pliable. Then, press the pieces together – gently. At the break, rub the sides of the lipsticks to smooth and fill in the crack. Finally, let it set for 20 minutes in the freezer. Then, it’s good as new.

Whew! What a day! I thought I would not be able to salvage my lipstick.

getting rid of wrinkles and lines

looseitback — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:31:16 +0000

Despite the exodus of products in the market that help in caring for the skin, there are still a lot of people who are not in the best shape when it comes to their skin. Treating the skin can be a problem especially when you are not aware of what the cause and the nature of the problem.

When it comes to wrinkles and lines, this is perhaps the number one fear of most people lines and wrinkles, which are signs of aging. Besides growing old, this is also caused by too much exposure to the sun as well as repeated use of muscles.

Well, the solution is early intervention. Always wear sunblock, which will protect your skin from the harsh rays of the sun. Sunscreens that have SPH 15 and higher protect your skin from both UVB and UVA. Get a sunscreen that will also moisturize your skin. This is especially true with people who have dry skins.

salon’s must look proper hygiene practices

looseitback — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:41:17 +0000

Whether you are getting a pedicure or a bikini wax, it’s important to find a salon that follows proper hygiene practices. Here are some things to look for.

No double dipping. Using a one spatula is a big no-no. It means that after it has touched your skin, it goes back into the communal wax pot.
Make sure the wax warmer needs to be at 94 degrees Celsius for at least 20 minutes to get rid of bacteria and germs. Others typically heat the wax warmer at just 48 degrees Celsius.
The staff use disposable latex gloves, fresh cotton pads and buds, brand new disposable wooden spatulas, and pre-sealed Wet Wipes. This helps prevent contamination.
They have pre-sealed portions of the products for the Brazilian or Boyzilian treatment. Doing so ensures cleanliness and quality.

caring for ears

Natural Beauty Products at Home

looseitback — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 02:35:32 +0000

Basically, beauty doesn’t have to be expensive. Everything you need to make your own natural beauty products can be found right in your kitchen. Whether you want to avoid the chemicals in commercial beauty products, save money, or live a greener life, you can create a complete beauty regimen with a few simple, natural ingredients. Here’s some of it:

Honey for moisturize – benefits of honey are manifold. The water, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants that constitute honey make it an ideal hydration choice for both skin and hair.

Have dry skin? Honey is a humectant—it pulls in and helps retain moisture. Poor some into a hot-bath and soak in it. For even softer skin, add a little whole or powdered milk. When your bath is over, mix some honey with eggs and yogurt and apply liberally for a refreshing mask that will tighten and purify your skin.

Struggling with dry, frizzy hair? Just add a little olive oil to your honey, egg and yogurt mixture, and turn your mask into a conditioner!

Oatmeal to exfoliates – this is a natural exfoliant that can help soothe dry, itchy or irritated skin. As a bonus, the beta-glucans found in oatmeal aid in skin firming and regeneration and make oatmeal a perfect ingredient for a cleanser. Just mix with water and powdered milk or brewer’s yeast for a refreshing face wash.

Suffering from sunburn or summer mosquito bites? Add powdered oatmeal to a warm bath and soak in it for some quick relief.

fight and get rid of cellulite

looseitback — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:37:44 +0000

Cellulite has been a misery of every women’s existence since the dawn of time. We all have it to varying degrees and it seems to get worse as we get older in many cases. So, should we just resign ourselves to the fact that it is here to stay, or is there a way to fight and get rid of cellulite?

Luckily, the answer is yes, we can fight cellulite, or at least the appearance of cellulite, through several therapeutic treatments that are available on the market today. It is not, however, a one-time deal. Once you stop the treatments, the cellulite will inevitably return. So, the treatment of cellulite is an ongoing commitment, and it should be incorporated as part of your daily beauty regimen for consistent and lasting reduction in its appearance.

Some of the over-the-counter cellulite treatments actually do quite a good job of significantly reducing the appearance of cellulite. In order to achieve maximum effectiveness with these products, it is imperative that you massage the affected areas vigorously for a few minutes when applying the treatment. In addition to the smoothing and tightening ingredients in the treatment, the massaging stimulates circulation and helps break the collagen bands that have constricted and resulted in the “puckered” look of the affected areas. The most effective ingredients, and what gives these products their smoothing effects, are caffeine and aminophylline. Many also add seaweed extract as well, but this is not the most effective ingredient in the product.

Whatever ingredient it is, if you want to minimize these unsightly dimples, there are options out there for you that are effective and affordable. New breakthroughs are being made every day in the field of cosmetic enhancement products, so we may soon see another product that blows them all away. It may be tomorrow, for all we know!

choosing hair styles

looseitback — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:16:50 +0000

It’s been months since I last visited a beauty salon to get a haircut. Well, I think next, next week is the perfect time to do it. Why next, next week? Simply because my sister is taking her break in school and we can go together. I don’t want to disturb her study period that is why I will just wait until this semester is over.

For the time being, I will just check hair styles that might fit me. I actually find a site (hairstylesdesign.com) that features several hair styles for long hair like mine. Let’s see if I can find one that suits my “on the go” lifestyle. I hope I do so I just have to print it and show it the hair stylist.

Or better yet let them decide the hair style for a change. However, I might not like it. I will be the one who will suffer in the end.

basic skin care treatment with massage

looseitback — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:32:25 +0000

One great way to keep your mind, body and soul relax is through facial care. This will restores the luster on dull and fatigued skin. Spas and clinics have become popular destination for wide range of facials. So, here’s some basic skin care treatment constituting of cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing.

Cleansing – slather your face with a high-quality cleanser suitable for your skin. Clean with a cleansing milk to remove traces of makeup. It opens the pores and removes the grime.
Exfoliating – exfoliate to remove the dirt and soot from the outer skin layer. It rips the dead skin cells and your face will have a refreshing childlike look.
Hydrate – skin loses its texture and sheen if not hydrated properly. Blob the surface with goodness of cream after shower.
Anti aging – it is a more advanced than regular facials as it makes use of stuffs as alpha or beta hydroxyl acids and vitamins to smoothen out fine lines, freckles and wrinkles. It revitalizes skin and increases collagen. It is done with special massage technique.

For massaging steps, this will involves right pressure in right areas with the use of fingers. Massaging is done slow and steady rhythm, in upward direction as to delay the force of gravity. Entire areas from eyes, forehead, chin, cheeks, lips, nose, necks and back have different circular movement with gentle pressure points. Move the Fingertip in swift, light and firm way. The entire procedure should be repeated at least five times and a session can last for 45–60 min. avoid makeup for 4-5 hrs after massage and grab a nice sleep for blood circulation.

Basically, massaging keeps early aging and stress at bay. It stimulates blood circulation and rejuvenates the skin by tightening tissues. Flabby, sagging and slack skin can be well taken care by accurate massage techniques. Bounce back with glory with a youthful, vibrating and energizing look and skin.

Yepey! cheap make up removers

looseitback — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:15:26 +0000

Putting make up is one of the best things I could do every day. I am some sort of a vain girl. Hehehe! I find it like as a stress relief. To see myself pretty and presentable make me feel good. The thing is removing them thoroughly is a big problem especially that I am using waterproof and long lasting products.

Washing with soap and water doesn’t work. But, I no longer want to spend for those expensive make up removers because I spend enough for my makeup. I can let go of it, but not my makeup. Hehehe! But, based on my research it is important to have a clean face especially at night. I just don’t want to spend more because life is tough now. Good thing I found this that might be helpful for many ladies looking for cheap make up removers.

Olive Oil for dry skin. This mild, but aromatic cleanser is an excellent, natural way to remove makeup, plus it can also condition lashes. To do this, simply soak cotton balls or pad with olive oil and wipe over face. Remove excess with a warm and damp washcloth. For eyes just pressed down the oil-dipped pad on eyelids and lashes to let it soak in. Gently wipe the pad across eyes to pick up mascara. Go over the eye area with a clean pad until its makeup free. Rinse out with a warm, damp washcloth.

Baby shampoo or baby oil for oily or combination skin. The two wonderfully remove eye makeup, soften lashes, and best of all suits sensitive skin. Just soak cotton ball or pad with either baby shampoo or baby oil, then apply on the face and eye area using a gentle rubbing motion. Rinse out using a damp, warm washcloth.

A 10-Minute Nose Job

looseitback — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:51:33 +0000

Most of the statistics show that the number of people who are so unhappy about their nose that they would go to extreme lengths to fix it isn’t anywhere close to small. However, rhinoplasty can’t always be the option because, first and foremost, it is an expensive procedure that also requires plenty of recovery time. This is why another intervention has come to gain popularity: the nonsurgical reshaping of the nose with the help of fillers.

Basically, this procedure consists of injecting cosmetic filler that is already used for other areas of the face in certain points of the nose in order to alter its shape and make it better looking. It lasts about ten minutes and leaves no bruising or scarring because it requires no recovery time. Of course, it is not permanent either, since the filler is broken down and naturally eliminated by the body in about 12 to 18 months tops, but that is not seen as a setback by those who have already tried it.

Still, Nigel Mercer, president of the British Association for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, warns all those rushing to get the procedure that they should put it off for a while longer until further tests are carried out as to its safety. As it is now, those who agree to undertake it are nothing short of guinea pigs, he explains, because the long-term effects have not yet been determined.