Dermalogica, Aveda, Epicuren, Pureology, Sonya Dakar, T3 Hair Dryer, Moroccan Oil, Murad

Care for Your Eyes

2009-11-23T21:10:00.000-08:00

As the ancient saying goes, your eyes are the windows to your soul. But perhaps more importantly for the working women on the go, the eyes are really windows to your age. Fine lines, puffiness - all of these are dead giveaways that they are spring chickens no longer.

Many would have tried eye cream after eye cream but have fallen in love with the under-eye roller pens. Many brands make them but they combine the same principle: a little cream and massaging motion. You just roll them on under your eye for 30 seconds and the puffiness is measurably decreased.

Bioelements offers VitaMineral Power Pen - A potent blend of vitamins protects against free radical damage and minimizes fine lines. The cream formula hydrates skin, lightens dark under eye circles, and firms the delicate eye area.

For daily use, look for an eye wrinkle cream with vitamins C and E, which are tolerable for all skin types. An excellent do-it-all eye wrinkle cream for drier skin is Dermalogica’s Intensive Eye Repair Cream. This Dermalogica eye cream is also effective for normal and combination skin, but I don’t recommend it for oily skin. In that case, daily use of an eye wrinkle cream with retinol is your best bet.

Beauty Bag Essentials

2009-11-15T20:38:00.000-08:00

Many people have beauty products that "I can't live with out." Here are the top beauty bag essentials:

The number one would have to be lip screen, which is versatile, so can be used for delicate skin on the body and is also applicable to other parts of the face like nose, cheeks, ears, under eye. With it being SPF50 it is a good skin protector, after all it is not cool to look like a hot wrinkly mess ever! Epicuren offers efficient sunscreen lip balm which could be the better choice

Oil free foundation, just a suitable skin tone match to give the flawless look finish, and enough coverage, nothing marked looking either. You can change the foundation you use often; usually it is just some drugstore product.Try Smashbox make up products.

An intense mascara to make the eyes stand out, I like something that is easy to apply and dries quickly because my eyelashes touch my eyelid so it gets annoying wiping off mascara that smudges. Something usually with nice packaging does the trick, at the moment it is mascara that would be the best. Stila Multi-Effect Mascara are found to be one of the good one that dries up quickly and gives a better effect

Party Make-up Tips

2009-11-12T01:05:00.000-08:00

You are all set for the party wearing nice dress and completely decked up wearing all your jewelry and make-up. However, when you look into mirror for that final touch-up, you realize that you look too pale and drained for the occasion. Don’t you worry; here are some tips to add shimmer and glow to your looks so that you would look stunning and stand out in the crowd

Cleanse and Tone your skin Before getting ready and putting on the make-up, ensure that you cleanse and tone your face properly with a cleansing gel or cream. In case, your skin is oily apply good astringent as well. Don’t forget to apply moisturizer later as this forms a base for moisturizer

Conceal your blemishes: Cover your scars and with concealer before applying foundation. It is highly important that you choose right shade of foundation use two shades lighter for the area around eyes and below nose. If you wish to create cheek hollows, then highlight your cheeks and chin with brighter shade. This would invariably help to contour your face.

Blusher: Apply blusher on you face going upward and outward; use a cotton wool to remove the excess blusher. If you desire to get that dewy and glowing look, then apply some golden tinted powder that would not only add some glow to your skin but also help you look more fresh and youthful.

Eye shadow: If your clothes are bright colored like magenta, red or orange, then it’s better to go for neutral eye shadow. Always blend your eye shadow well otherwise that would affect your overall appearance.

Lipstick: Go for more natural shades, if your eye make up is too bright. You can consider wearing a deep brown lipstick with a green dress or lavender shade with a pink outfit.

How to get smooth and stylish hair ?

2009-11-10T00:40:00.000-08:00

Every woman dreams of having silky hair, it isn’t difficult to get silky hair, with using the right kind of products. Featured in major department stores, Frederic Fekkai offers a full-range of hair care products to suit all different hair types and concerns. Depending on your hair issues, you can buy an entire line of products targeted for your hair. You can also mix and match. Whether you need moisture, glossy shine, gentle cleansing or hair repair, Frederic Fekkai has a line of products targeted just for you and your locks! There is even a home hair color kit that allows you to create salon color at home for a fraction of the price.

For my long, curly, highlighted hair, try Frederic Fekkai Full-Blown Volume shampoo and Frederic Fekkai Moisturizing shampoo with Shea Butter and Frederic Fekkai conditioner . For styling, apply Frederic Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Cream with Extra Control Styling Gel and rub through the damp hair, and allow to air dry. The result will be amazing with soft curls and no frizz! The gel had just enough hold without being stiff or sticky. In fact, it is very light, and this suites for all hair types, even fine hair.

Choose the best skin care products for winter

2009-11-08T22:29:00.000-08:00

Winter weather can cause numerous problems for your skin, particularly if you live in an area that is tremendously cold and dry. The combination of harsh weather conditions outside and additional factors like dry indoor heat can damage all types of skin. Even if your skin is normal and healthy the rest of the year, it actually can become more dry or sensitive during the winter. Follow the suggestions here as part of your regular skin care routine, and you can avoid many of the negative effects of winter weather.

Always use non-drying, gentle cleansers or soaps. Exfoliating products can cause redness and irritation. For normal skin, look for healthy ingredients such as vitamins and essential oils. Go for Dermalogica skin care which offers various products for different skin types.

Moisturize your face and body. People of all skin types should use some sort of daily moisturizer anyway, but you might need to step up your routine in the winter. The best time to apply them is directly after showering or bathing, in order to lock in the moisture. Avoid lotions and creams with alcohol, fragrances, and artificial colors.

Remember to apply sunscreen all year, not just in the summer. Many facial and body lotions already contain sunscreens in them, saving you time and money. A sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 is a suggested minimum for effective protection. Try Dermalogica sun Protection which can provide you a much better care. If you are prone to sunburn, you should use lotions with a higher SPF.

Wear gloves when you are outside to prevent your hands from becoming dry, red, and cracked. Applying hand cream prior to putting on your gloves will provide even more protection for your hands. Aveda offers you some special products for hand care which can be a good option for winter care. Further shield yourself from damaging winter winds, always wear a hat and scarf as well.

Different Hair dryers for different requirements

2009-11-05T05:37:00.000-08:00

Hair dryers are an essential part of our hair care requirements. As a handy and useful tool, a dryer helps us style our hair the way we want it to be. Although we all buy hair dryers but we hardly pay any attention towards their suitability. Actually most of us don’t even know that what kind of a dryer would suit our requirements.

However, if you want to select a perfect styling tool that can serve your needs well, you must consider some factors like the shape, style and size of the product. Have a look at the features of some popular hair dryers to make your choice easier

Brush and Bonnet Styles

As the name suggests, the brush hair dryers include a brush that aids styling. You can set the heat as per your preference to set your hair in the desired style. Bonnet hair dryers on the other hand are the ones that are fixed over your hair. Such dryers are mostly used in salons and are suitable for curling the hair

Ionic Dryer vs. Ceramic Dryer

Meant for producing negative ions, the ionic hair dryers are great for styling wet hair with ease and speed. Moreover, these dryers also add a shine to your hair while making it look thick and healthy. These dryers are perfect for the people with a normal hair type that can be styled in less time.

Tourmaline Types

Tourmaline hair dryers are the most common types available in the modern market. Such dryers are identified by their tourmaline coating and drying components. Being a mineral, tourmaline has the capability to produce negative ions in abundance and as such, offer a complete coverage. These dryers are meant for you if you are looking for something that can provide you a blown out, straight style.

So the next time you buy a hair dryer, make sure to select the one that can serve your individual needs.Try T3 hair dryers which really gives you a better result.

How to treat combination skin

2009-11-03T02:41:00.000-08:00

If your face is partly oily and partly dry, you’ve got combination skin and there are several ways to care for it so that you can keep both types fair and looking good.

Use a gentle cleanser on your entire face up to twice a day.

Use a fine moisturizer on the dry areas. - Moisturizers work by either increasing the saturation of water into the skin or by reducing the rate at which water is evaporating from the skin surface.

Look for skin care products that stabilize your skin, such as those that contain alpha hydroxy acids - Alpha hydroxy acids are derived from fruit, milk and sugar cane and have anti-inflammatory properties. When applied to the skin they get rid of dead skin cells (exfoliate), giving us a younger appearance.

Use oil-absorbing makeup on oily region to control shine.

Use a good sunscreen, minimum SPF 15

Try dermalogica skin care products for your skin which provides wide range of products for all skin types.

Simple Tips For Anti Aging Skins

2009-10-25T22:36:00.000-07:00

Anti aging is the major problem for both men and women. The aging begins when they're 20 to 30 years. So, it is required to consider the factors that affect your body balance.

Use UV Screening Products
Protect your skin from sun rays. Sun exposure is the main barrier that causes skin aging and wrinkles. Most of the dermatologist and experts says that 80% of anti aging causes due to sun effects. Even sun exposure causes skin cancer and protection is required depending upon the skin type. People using UV screening cream all around will have less wrinkles or sun caused spots.

Use Quality Makeup
Nowadays, the world becomes trendy and everyone is in makeup world. Use quality makeup that suits your skin type. Carefully pick your cosmetics and remember to remove your makeup overnight before going to sleep.

Eat fruits, vegetables and sea foods every day
Balanced diet is another important factor that plays major role in reducing the signs of aging. Daily try to have more of water, fruits, vegetables and sea foods. Lacking vitamins is the major cause of body deterioration and you must pay attention to your meals.

Drink More Water
Every day, you should have to take more quantity of liquid like substances like water, juices and healthy beverages. There should be adequate quantity of water in the body that helps to improve your skin against aging.

Avoid Smoking & Drinking
Give up smoking and drinking habits. Both smoking and drinking steals the skin vitamins and minerals thus leaving dehydrated and exposed to wrinkle conditions. It affects the skin, increases the risk of cancer. So, it is better to avoid or reducing the habit of smoking and drinking.

Stress Less
Stress is the major cause of depression. Depression automatically cause mental strain and it result in aging. At least, 8 hours of sleep is required for a person to come up against day today activities. Do regular exercises, meditation and massage that helps to keep free from metal stress.

Natural Methods Can Cure Dandruff

2009-10-19T05:21:00.000-07:00

Yogurt

Yogurt is recommended as the best hair conditioner. First wash and rinse your hair, then apply yogurt in the scalp and leave or 10 – 15 minutes. Wash the hair again with little shampoo if necessary.

Cedarwood

Mix essential oil cedarwood 7 drops, cypress and juniper ten drops.

Apply the mixture into the scalp and leave for one hour. Then remove the oil by using any mild shampoos in the hair and wash out with warm water.

Coconut oil
Massage your hair with coconut oil mixed with lemon juice. After massaging, apply hot towel treatment. This massage boosts blood circulation.

Apple cider vinegar

Wash your hair, apply vinegar carefully on the hair and scrub the scalp properly. Be careful while applying, so that it not entering into your eyes. Leave for 10 – 15 minutes, and then rinse it with water. The vinegar smell will disappear, when the hair gets dry.

Repeat the process daily for a week. This process works better, as dandruff is caused by fungus.

Lemon Juice
Apply fresh lemon juice in the hair, massage it and then rinse.

Tips

Anti dandruff shampoos are available, try if necessary

Wash your hair regularly

Importance of Identifying the Skin Type

2009-10-03T03:17:00.000-07:00

It is very important to identify the skin type and meet its changing needs. Some people would easily identify their skin type and they categorize to meet their internal and external changes. Different types of skin are available; they are normal skin, sensitive skin, dry skin, oily skin and combination skin.

Normal skin

Normal skin is soft, supple and smooth with fine texture and free of blemishes. It has nice glow and there will be no oily skin as well as no dry skin. The pores will be small and the overall skin tone will be even.

Sensitive skin

Sensitive skin is oily and has a coarse texture which is subject to acne. Sensitive skin or problem skin will have large pores, blackheads, red blotches and easily irritated by water, cosmetics, detergents and temperature changes. Exposure to these things can result in redness, rashes, itching, stinging or burning. It has a tendency to develop swollen or broken capillaries as well as allergies.

Dry skin

It has fine texture and transparent looking. It feel tight and drawn without moisturizers, tends to have fine lines around the skin. The dry skin is caused by lack of moisturizers within the skin or damage to protective film that prevents moisture loss.

Oily skin

It has overproduction of oil which results in frequent spots, blemishes, pores and blackheads. The pores will be generally large and the skin texture will be thicker and coarser in oily skin than other skin types. It tends to be shiny, but also dehydrate due to harsh cleaning.

Combination skin

Almost, everyone will have a combination skin type. The nose, chin and center of forehead will have oil glands than other parts of the face. Combination skin requires separate cleaning routing from rest of the face. The combination skin exhibits an oily with dry skin on cheeks around the eyes.

It is good to know & identify the skin type. So, identify the skin type and use your cosmetics accordingly.

Guide To Choose Right Mascara

2009-09-23T23:31:00.000-07:00

There are different kinds of mascara products. There are build a lash, non-clumping and curling products to thicken and strengthen the mascara. Waterproof mascaras are also available along with lash combs and brushes. Many colors are available in mascaras and the quality of the product is better today than before. Products are protein enriched to protect the eyes and conditioners to smooth and plump eyelash.

Thickening mascara is perfect for women having baby fine lashes. It contains waxes or polymers that coat the lashes. Lengthening mascaras will have dense bristle wand that lengthens your lashes.

Build-a-lash mascara has a combination of properties that makes the lashes both thicker and longer. It contains fibers that adhere to lashes to give them more bulk. The non clumping mascara contains extra ingredients like glycerin or silk extract to enhance smooth lash coating. The curling mascara will curl the lashes.

The waterproof mascara contains synethics that repels moisture by preventing the mascara run away when exposed to water. The waterproof mascara is not perfect for everyone and it is not recommended for those having delicate lashes.

The use of lash comb or lash wand are available to comb the lashes. Combs will be difficult to use. Lash wand will be better, easier to use.

Most people prefer mascara either in same color or darker. Most of the women prefer lashes in black. Whatever mascara you choose and what ever color you use, there are few steps that you can choose to get better applications

Tips

Use powder under the eye before applying mascara, because it tends to smudge more when the under-eye is oily due to makeup creams and concealers.

Use eyelash curler. Curled lashes make the eye appear bigger and brighter.

Use mascara primer, so that it helps to separate the lashes and provide extra coating to look thicker.

Apply mascara from root to tip. First wiggle it into the lash base and gently sweep it to the end. It helps to give your lashes illusion of being long and luxurious.

Avoid blinking until the mascara is dry and more particular when you apply second or third coat. Extra coat takes more time to dry.

It is important to remember that mascara tends to breed bacteria and it should be changed often. At least twice a year

Tips to Keep Your Teeth White

2009-09-22T22:17:00.000-07:00

Whitening treatments don't permanently whiten teeth. If you expose your teeth to foods and beverages that cause staining you may see the whiteness start to fade in as little as 1 month after treatment. Those who avoid foods and beverages that stain may be able to wait one year or longer before whitening treatment or touch-up is needed.

You worked hard to get your teeth white. Here are some tips to help maintain your pearly whites.
• Avoid the consumption of or exposure to products that stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, and red wine. If you do choose to consume beverages that stain, consider using a straw so that the liquid bypasses your front teeth.
• Brush or rinse immediately after consuming stain-causing beverages or foods.
• Follow good oral hygiene practices. Brush your teeth at least twice daily and floss at least once daily to remove plaque. Use whitening toothpaste (once or twice a week only) to remove surface stains and prevent yellowing. Use regular toothpaste the rest of the time.
• Consider touch-up treatments. Depending on the whitening method used, you may need a touch-up every 6 months or after a year or two. If you smoke or drink lots of stain-causing beverages, you may need a touch up more often.

Do it yourself-: Make Your Own Natural Beauty Products at Home

2009-09-21T22:24:00.000-07:00

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.

The Basics for DIY Beauty Products
When you're ready to raid your fridge, go for the three basics first. Honey, oatmeal, and eggs can be combined with a variety of ingredients to make natural hair products as well as natural skin care treatments.

Honey can Moisturize
The 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 humectants—it pulls in and helps retain moisture. Pour 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 Exfoliates
Oatmeal is a natural exfoliate that can help soothe dry, itchy or irritated skin. As a bonus, the beta-glucose 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.

Eggs Cleanse & Strengthen
Eggs are a versatile base for many beauty products, from scrubs to masks to hair conditioners. The lysozymes contained in egg whites fight bacteria and help cleanse skin. A mask made of egg whites and honey will draw out impurities and clear up blackheads while also smoothing, firming and hydrating.
Eggs are also chock full of protein, which, when used as a base for shampoo or conditioner, will strengthen and add volume to your hair.

Assemble Your Ingredients…And Experiment!
The best thing about making your own beauty products is the endless way to combine ingredients. Gather your do-it-yourself basics and some fruits and vegetables and go wild! Put cucumbers or potatoes over your eyes; slather mayonnaise in your hair; mix egg whites and lemon juice for a toner; the possibilities—and benefits—are endless.

Facial Mud Masques for Oily Skin

2009-09-21T00:13:00.002-07:00

Oily, dry, amalgamation no matter what type your skin may be, sometimes a normal cleansing routine just isn’t enough. They say beauty is only skin deep well, and then perhaps that is where we should begin our daily beauty regimens. Cleansing, toning, cleansing and moisturizing ones face daily is a major part of keeping healthy skin, but sometimes those steps could use a little help from a more powerful rejuvenating technique.

Facial mud and clay masques can work wonders on skin and the best part is, you need not set up an appointment at a salon for the perfect facial! Many brands offer great facial masque products, like Freeman’s Beautiful Skin Facial Mud Masque or their Beautiful Skin Mineral Clay Masque. Queen Helene offers a very effective product, The Original Mint Julep Masque, which goes on green and just zaps the oil from your skin. These are just a few of the countless facial masque products out there.

To fully reap all the benefits of a facial mud masque, a certain skin care itinerary should be followed, beginning with a gentle cleansing with face wash. Following the cleansing, apply the face masque to your entire face, and neck if you desire, and allow it to dry completely. Masque should normally dry in about 10 to 15 minutes, though it can be left on problem areas overnight for the utmost therapy. Rinse the masque from your face with warm water and a washcloth. To conclude the complete home facial process, use an exfoliating face scrub followed by a facial moisturizer.

4 Steps for Basic Skin Care Needs

2009-09-18T22:33:00.000-07:00

Before we start of with our basic skin care needs, you need to know your skin type. Whether oily, normal or combination, dry, sensitive or sun damaged.

Cleansing
The first foremost step in skin care is cleansing. You are required to find a good cleanser that responds to your skin. Choose a best cleanser for your skin type. Be careful not to cleanse quite often and don't wash your face with hot or cold water. Over cleansing will result in signs of aging.

Exfoliate

Exfoliate is the next step, people skin in their weekly routine. If you start exfoliating your skin, you will definitely find a difference. As per the statement of berg, he says that one of the reason men skin looks more youthful than women is because men tend to exfoliate daily when they shave.

Scrubs works better by removing the dead skin cells from the top layer which makes the complexion dull. Make sure that you have chosen a scrub with tiny grains. Big grains in cheap scrubs will tear and harm the skin.

Toners help to remove remaining traces of oil, makeup and dirt from the skin. But a good cleanser will do this.

Moisturizers

Moisturizers are one of the important requirements of skin care. People should definitely make use of moisturizers to protect their skin. Even your skin is oily, dry or normal, a good moisturizer will benefit your skin. Moisturizers will seal moisture into the skin.

Most of the beauty experts recommends their customer to have eye creams, because the skin around the eye contains no fatty tissues and is therefore very thin and prone to wrinkles. Eye creams are formulated to thicken the area and keep it strong.

Sunscreen
Sunscreen was the most important part of the skin care regimen and it is the secret of men & women whose complex looks good. The main reason for the cause of wrinkles is sun damage, so its important to use sunscreen even on winter and cloudy days.

Have A Facial Mask With The Toner

2009-08-26T05:26:00.000-07:00

First wash your face with exfoliator. Toner only works best after applying exfoliator. Massage it and then wash it off.

Buy a branded toner.

Put on the mask. The mask should cover the whole face without leaving gaps at the end, so that fluid can be sealed inside.

Close your eyes. Have help of someone else to take the toner and squeeze it in through the eye holes until it is filled up with whole mask.

Close your eyes with something like cucumber. You should be in a comfortable position so that the fluid does not gather up and come out.

Allow the mask for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the mask.

Let the toner dry for sometime. Then Massage with a bit of moisturizing cream/lotion.

Do this regularly to have great skin.

How To Paint Two Color Nail Polish On Nails

2009-08-19T07:16:00.000-07:00

Choose 2 colors, one dark and other light
Apply base coat
Apply one thin coat of light color nail polish
Apply two or three times to make light color nail polish to be darker
Wait for some times; let it dry for some times
Paint the diagonal line through the middle of the nail and fill it
Paint the diagonal line through the middle of the nail and fill with dark paint.
Apply the top coat to make the color last longer and give it a shiny effect

Steps To Cleanse Your Pores

2009-08-18T07:23:00.000-07:00

Are you tired of having oily skin, pores and unclear skin! Then this article helps you to get clear skin and pores.

Whenever you have a bath or shower, make it warm. The heat water relaxes and opens the pores that makes easier to clean the pores. If pores are extremely dirty and your skin becomes red and blotchy, don’t worry its just bacteria coming out.

Cleanse the pores. When the pores get opened, apply some soap and rub it all over the body.

Once you cleansed your pores, it is required to close the pores. So have a bath with cold water

Extra cleansing for face

Fill the bowl with boiling water and you can add few drops of pure essences such as rosemary, lavender, thyme etc to create nice fragrance.

You can put head inside to have steam for your face.
Even other way can be used to close the pores. Prepare some frozen ice cubes or green tea or replenishing fruit juice mixed with water.

For dry skin, it is better to moisture afterwards.

If you are interested to have glowing and clean skin, you need to clean pores. So follow the above steps to get away from pores.

How to Overcome From Dry Skin

2009-08-14T06:15:00.000-07:00

Dry skin is the result of naturally lost moisture from the skin surface. Steps to overcome the problem

Drink adequate liquid at least 8 glasses a day, it can either be a water or fruit juice or soup or any watery substance.
Eat green leafy vegetables and seasonal fruits daily
Use moisturizing body lotions regularly
Avoid soap, instead use face wash, moisture rich hand wash and bath gels
As per doctor prescription, use Vitamin E capsules
Avoid steam baths
Avoid junk food
Don’t smoke

Tips

Better consult a cosmetologist or dermatologist for favorable results.
Put your face towel in open area before going to bed. The towel gets wet due to fog and if you wipe your face softly and slowly, it will take away the dry skin.
Try a bit of Vaseline, but not too much. It makes your skin very oily. Apply before going to bed and make sure that if you rinse in the morning, you get a natural shine.

How to Have Naturally Curly Hair

2009-08-11T05:47:00.000-07:00

Are you interested to have curly hair, but not interested to make use of any products that damage your hair. Here, some of the tips to help you

Make sure that your hair is either damp or wet
Ensure whether your hair is either damp or wet, preferably after shower.
Put your hair in a ponytail, as high as possible
Then, make the hair into a bun, really a tight bun
Leave it for 3 – 6 hours. Even during your sleep.
Spray any hairspray you would like
Use any hairspray for your hair lightly. If you want to stay for a long time, then apply a frizz treatment or spray.

How To Choose Makeup For Skin Tone

2009-08-07T06:56:00.000-07:00

Identify the skin color, whether dark, half cast, tanned or pale
If you are dark, then avoid pinks and be ultra careful; with blusher
For half cast, avoid green colors and be careful while choosing the lip colors
If you are tan, don’t use blue combinations. Brown suits you more
If you are pale, you should avoid red.
Also, consider your hair color and eye color. Make sure that colors chosen compliments each other
Once makeup is chosen for your color, then check what type of skin you have. It means oily, dry, spotty or sensitive skin.
If your skin is oily, then make sure that your make up products should not be oil based.
For dry skin, moisturizers should be applied before doing makeup
If you have spotty skin, don’t wear too much makeup and use special products to cleanse and remove spots
If you have sensitive skin, make use of hypoallergenic make-up and moisturize

How to Get Naturally Fair

2009-08-04T06:45:00.000-07:00

Are you ever wished for a skin with little fairer? But women with naturally dark complex, who simply want a 'paler' or 'untanned' version of their God-given skin tone.

Stay out of the sun. Most of the darkening and discoloration of the skin is caused due to the sun. Otherwise make use of high SPF sunblock with a minimum SPF of 30. Nowadays, most of the dermatologists agree that SPF 15 is not sufficient for the skin. UVA and UVB rays will harm your skin and you need a better sunblock for your skin.

You can cover your skin using hat or any coverage. Especially, in summer skin should be concentrated more and more protection is required for the skin

Women can wear dark lipstick or eye colors that contrast with the skin.

When a sunblock is chosen, try with a mineral block such as Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide. People who look for appearing pale can choose this. Just mix little with a foundation to event out.

Without Nail Polish Have A Shiny Nails

2009-07-31T03:51:00.000-07:00

Cover each nail with a thin layer of cuticle oil in a hand

Use coarsest side of the buffer to smooth the ridges and other imperfections

Smooth the buffer marks with the next coarsest side

Quickly buff the nails with the coarsest side of the buffer. It gives little shine

Buff the nail with smoothest side of the buffer, if you need your nails to appear very shiny.

Apply a layer of cuticle oil whenever it buffs.

Nails will stay shiny for 1 to 2 weeks. If you need to continue, then reapply the process

Planet Beauty Raises Funds For Cure

2009-07-28T23:37:00.000-07:00

Planet beauty in Newport Beach raised at orange county beauty night for its local affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the cure. They raised more than $1,700. At the June 25 event, customers were given beauty treatments like styling, hand massages, eyebrow waxing and skin and makeup consultations.

Local firefighters sold raffle tickets to raise money for OC Race for the Cure taking place at September 27 at Fashion Island. The prizes include dinner for six people at firehouse, gift baskets and gift certificates to restaurants, spas and country clubs.

Newport Beach City Councilwoman Leslie Daigle presented business awards to local Orange County based beauty vendors. They include Irvine-based Too Faced Cosmetics, skin care company AminoGenesis, bath and body manufacturer Archipelago, luxury candle company Voluspa, and hair-care companies Colure True Color Care and GHD or Good Hair Day.

Planet Beauty is at 3601 Jamboree Road in Newport Beach.

How to Care Natural Hair

2009-07-28T04:35:00.000-07:00

Need to take care of your natural hair, following tips gives you better idea

You can make use of natural oil in your hair. It will work better, make your hair softer and shiner, if you wash your hair 2 or 3 times a week.

Use shampoos and conditioners alternately every time you wash your hairs

Don’t use shampoos much; it will dry your hair out

At the end of the bath, use cold water it will make your hair shiner

Brush your hair 3-4 times a day, including underneath

Try to avoid making use of hair dryers, straightners, curlers etc. it will damage your hair.

Avoid chemicals such as hairspray, gels and stuff. Do not dye or color your hair

Choose Nail Polish Color That Suits You

2009-07-25T01:41:00.000-07:00

Choosing nail polish can be a difficult task, but no matters if you want to make an in style color. Some for the tips to choose a right nail polish

Learn how to paint your nails
Determine the skin color, choose one from the list of choice you wish
Here is the list of colors for different skin complex

Fair

Classics - Violets, Ruby Reds, Plums, Burgundy, White, Black, Pale Pink
Original - Silver, Pale Green, Navy, Teal, Orange

Tan

Classics - Pale Pink, Deep Pink, Gray
Original - Golden Tones, Shiny Key Lime OR Teal, Dark Brown

Medium

Classics - Very Light Purple, White, Nude, Nude with pink tints
Original - Light Blue, Porcelain

Deep

Classics - Nude, Light Purple, French, Primrose, Light or Pale Pinks
Original - Indigo, Shiny Key Lime

How to Apply Lip Color

2009-06-02T05:06:00.000-07:00

Lip gloss and lip stick can make your lips looking glossy, attractive and fine.

Choose a perfect lip cosmetic for you.

Prefer a right lip cosmetic that suits you, whether in shimmer, clear, colored, flavored or sheer. Different kinds of lip cosmetics are available.

Sample lip sticks, lip gloss, lip balms and other lip cosmetics are available at near by stores. Check whether that shade suits your skin and skin color.

Have a practice of selecting a right shade by viewing different colors. Make sure that right shade have been chosen for your lips.

If you are interested to go for lip liner, then choose according to your lipstick shade. Then apply lip stick properly over lips without smudging.

Apply lip gloss either all over the lips or at the center of the lip to apply evenly.

Tips For Hair Coloring

2009-05-25T16:22:00.000-07:00

Brown hair color suits almost every hair. With varying shades of brown highlights you can achieve a huge range of colors.

Black hair color can be easily applied and it suits for all types of hair. This color looks good for people looking in dark or olive color and also for people with pale white skin.

Black hair coloring is the hardest color to lift back to any other shades.

Red hair color is the brightest color and it attracts the attention of the people. Prefer a shade of red that compliments your skin tone.

Blond hair dye is an harmful hair coloring, especially for damaged hairs. Make sure that your hair is strong enough to go for blond. Most shades of blond typically tend to look unnatural on olive or dark skinned people.

How to Choose the Right Hair Color

2009-05-22T03:54:00.000-07:00

The easiest way to change your appearance is doing something with your hair. Choosing a right color is not easy as simply as picking a color from tray. Observe your natural hair color, skin tone and eye color. Make sure that you are choosing a right color.

Have a look at your skin tone. If you have olive skin, darker hair color suits you and pink skin tone is better to avoid shades of red or golden blonde. Ash tone neutrals your skin and pale skin suits pretty well with any hair color.

Analyze what type of clothes you wear and that suit you more. Even hair coloring is defined according to the type of clothes used.

What color eyes do you have. People with different eye colors can choose hair coloring differently.

How to Wear Colored Eyeliner

2009-05-20T09:53:00.000-07:00

Prefer the colored you are interested to wear. Black eyeliner looks well with pale blue eyes, deep purple eyeliner works with dark brown eyes and green eyeliner works with hazel eyes.

Apply wash of colored eye shadow over the eyelids using soft brush. Use smaller brush to add little eye shadow underneath the eye.

User highlighter powder on the inner corner of the eyes.

Apply eyeliner, if you are not confident enough about applying liquid eyeliner then make use of pencil eyeliner. If you want to apply liquid liner, use small fine strokes.

Apply liner to the inner corners of the eyes. Apply black mascara to coat the lashes.

Blink firmly over the brush, also use contrasting eyeliner on inner rims to finish.

Tips To Wear Glittery Eyeliner

2009-05-18T14:28:00.000-07:00

Glittery eyeliner is a different product from other make up products. Glittery eyeliner may run, smudge, clump up and look like a mess. But with a little preparation, your eyes look significantly different.

Tips to wear glittery eyeliner

Choose branded eyeliner. Some people look good with liquid eyeliner and some with pencil. Prefer something that suits you.

Know how to apply eyeliner. Experience yourself, so that soon you will learn how to apply eyeliner. Be used with different pencil and brush.

Make an outfit. Be final that you are wearing correct eyeliner. Make sure that you don’t come up with weird look.

Glittery eyeliner doesn’t work well with everyone inclusive of oily complexions. Even the shadows glitter more.

Hot pink eye shadow and glittery gold eyeliner looks great and awesome. Use an bold, solid eye shadow with the eyeliner.

How to Apply Nail Polish when You are Visual Disability

2009-05-16T16:15:00.000-07:00

Applying nail polish by you is not an easier task. Somehow, the brush slips, the polish lands on your finger, or else not gives a finished look

Steps
1. File your nails, trim them and push the cuticles up with a fingernail.

2. Apply the polish in smooth strokes from the base to the top of the nail. Don’t worry about getting polished on skin, just be sure that the polish is even and smooth on the nail. Avoid any polish going on the skin.

3. Allow the polish to dry. If the polish does not feel sticky when you lightly touch it with your finger, then add another coat of polish and allow it to dry.

4. Rub gently around the skin of the nail to remove the excess nail polish coated outside. Use nail polish remover on a cotton bud if necessary. Also, massage your hands with hand lotion, and you are ready to go.

How to choose right nail polish color

2009-05-13T03:35:00.000-07:00

Choosing the color

Cherry red, pink, coral are some of the colors in which you get your nail polish. You can even make use of green or yellow, and look good if you know how to use them. How to choose the color of your nail polish? You should choose a shade such that it will enhance your beauty. It depends on your complexion. Fair complexion will go well with almost any color, darker colors being more effective in striking a contrast. If you are dark skinned, lighter shades should suit you better. Shades such as red and rich brown would also suit darker skins.

Even glossy or matte shades can be chosen. The nail polish that you choose should match your general appearance, your clothes, jewelry and other makeup. Nowadays, beauty brands come up with make up kits that contain matching items covering all make up items that enhances your beauty.

How to give yourself an expert nail care

2009-05-09T09:32:00.000-07:00

Remove old polish using nail-polish remover and a paper towel or a cotton pad
File your nails while they're dry. You get a better shape before soaking
Soften nails and cuticles in a bowl of warm water mixed with cuticle oil, olive oil and body lotion. Rub cuticles with a warm, damp washcloth in the same gentle way
Wash away oil or lotion with soap and water, and dry nails thoroughly
Apply a basecoat
Remove polish the way they do at salons, in three strokes, from base to tip
Wait two minutes between each coat of color
Finish with a topcoat

T3 Tourmaline Review 5

2009-05-05T09:35:00.000-07:00

I have troublesome thinly hair that makes me feel bad, when I go for dating and parties. The beauty salon expert suggested me to try a different hair dryer product that provides excellent result. I tried the product for 1 month and I found amazing result within this short period. Thanks to T3 hair dryer product!

T3 Tourmaline Reviews

2009-04-30T06:05:00.000-07:00

Review 3

The reason for loving this hair dryer is that, it is worth in all the ways it is meant for. I used t3 hair dryer 3 times in a week to enhance the natural glow and stylist look in my short hair. Excellent results make me feel pleasant and confident among my people. Thank you for T3 Tourmaline products.

Review 4
I was tired of getting new hair dryers by wasting my money. One of my friends introduced me to this product. Before making use of this dryer, my hair use to be bad looking, not smooth. But after making use of this product, amazing results helped me a lot. The dryer saved my time, money and my hair from damage and hair falling. Within short period of time, it increases shine and healthy looking. I recommend this blow dryer.

T3 Hair Dryer Reviews

2009-04-29T05:58:00.000-07:00

Review 1
T3 tourmaline is one of the most advanced hair dryers available in the market. The use of 100% crushed tourmaline components make them most ionic and infrared. Amazing results are fetched from t3 hair dryers. T3 helps hair to dry twice faster than other ordinary dryers. Leaves hair soft, silky, shiny and smooth and protect the hair from damage and loss. The negative ions, sheen and moisture close the cuticle layer to protect hair.

Review 2
My hair is long and thick. I was looking for a hair dryer that blows hair excellently without causing damage to the hair. My beautician introduced me to a tourmaline product that provides best results, silkiest, shiniest, healthiest and imaginable hair with best ceramic and ionic tools. I was surprised with my t3 tourmaline for its amazing performance. I highly recommend this product!

Moroccan Oil Review 6

2009-04-28T06:19:00.000-07:00

Recently when I had hair bath, one of my friend came to house. She was shocked about my hair fall and unhealthy looking hair. She preferred me to a beauty salon to know about an excellent hair product. The expert gave me a product and asked to use it without naming the product. After 3 weeks, I again went to see the expert to tell about the amazing changes happened to my hair. I was excited to know about the product and it was the wonderful Moroccan oil.

Moroccan Oil Review 5

2009-04-25T08:16:00.000-07:00

My beautician introduced me to this product about a month before and I had it undoubtedly. But I found amazing result after a month. Moroccan oil, an excellent hair product that produces shine, silky perfection for any kind of hairs. My hair use to break when I wash or comb my hair, but after making use of Moroccan oil, I feel more comfortable.

Moroccan Oil Review 4

2009-04-22T14:10:00.000-07:00

Moroccan oil was recommended by my hair stylist for frizzy, dull and brittle hairs. The oil makes my hair shiny and healthy looking hair. I was surprised and I can’t believe the difference I found with my hair. I feel great when I receive compliments from my friends.

Moroccan Oil Review 3

2009-04-21T09:07:00.000-07:00

Moroccan Oil is a must for a daily hair and it is a good hair treatment. I use to color my hair regularly and do hot dryer and flat Iron, & it stays super soft and silky with this product. The price for Moroccan oil is reasonable.

Morocan oil Review 2

2009-04-20T18:05:00.000-07:00

Do you have thick, dry hair, and then Moroccan oil is for you. a small amount of Moroccan oil goes a long way with a beautiful, soft, thick and silky hair. Even the smell seems to be good without damaging my hair. I highly recommend it.

Moroccan Oil Reviews

2009-04-19T11:25:00.000-07:00

Review 1

Moroccan oil, the oil brings a new life for my hair. When I was tired for hair problems, my hair salon says me about this product. When I use to color my hair it gets dry and frizzy. I use it by tipping the bottle flat against my palm rub into one side of towel dried hair and repeat for other side. My hair founds to get drier faster and looks shiny and great. Even flat ironed works on good with my hair.

Dermalogica Review 3

2009-04-17T05:08:00.001-07:00

Dermalogica is made up of cleansers, moisturizers, conditioners, masques and specially formulated cosmetics. In respect to beauty product the ingredient differs depending upon the purpose of the product.

The specialty I found with the product is
Natural ingredients that helps to gentle my skin
Free consultation with dermalogica skin care professionals
Possible outlets within adequate period time
Makes me to feel superior in the society

Dermalogica Review 2

2009-04-15T10:53:00.000-07:00

I could use Dermalogica beauty brands daily and it left my skin feeling smooth and clean. The gentle exfoliating action helped me to slough off any scabs I had on my skin result of picking my spots. It helps to get improvements in reducing blackheads.

I went to a beauty salon to treat myself to a dermalogica facial. I found amazing result. Dermalogica facial was excellent and helps me to cleanse, moisturize, condition, masques my skin. The treatment includes thorough cleanse, then steamed and product was applied to loosen my pores. Blackhead squeezing was made and allowed to relax. Other products and face mask was applied and allowed to be relaxed. When the mask was removed and I get into the final stage I felt happier.

Dermalogica Review 1

2009-04-12T08:46:00.000-07:00

In my routine of using Dermalogica facial scrub and facial clay mask makes my skin glow. Really I felt bad regarding my acne and aging, but after I came to know about dermalogica beauty products, I felt like a new world is inviting me to lead a new and young life. It really brightens up my complexion. Dermalogica beauty products are quite pricey but still they are good quality and last for ages. It contains natural ingredients without coloring and perfume. It’s an excellent stuff, try you find possible result…….

How to Apply Mascara

2009-04-09T17:51:00.000-07:00

Use lash comb properly
Try a spoolie
Don't shy away from colored mascara
Thin, short brushes are best
Give a few coats to the edges by blinking
Powder under the eye before applying mascara
Use an eyelash curler
Zig zag the wand
For dramatic look, apply mascara to upper lashes
Use mascara primer
Do NOT pump wand in and out of the tube
Another smudge-proof tip - bend the wand
Wait five seconds before blinking

How to Control Dandruff flakes

2009-04-05T14:32:00.000-07:00

If you suffer from the problem of dandruff flakes, you might wonder what the reason behind flaking is.

According to the experts, beauty professionals, dandruff is not likely caused due to dry scalp but also due to over use of hair products or poor hygiene. The biggest dandruff culprit is fungus called malassezia.

Most of the people have this fungus on their scalps, but it gets out of their control and tends to dandruff suffocation. The fungus tends to nourish oil secretions on hair and causes clumps of dead skin cells.

The best way to fight dandruff is having regular hair bath using quality and chemical preventive shampoos. A shampoo containing zinc pyrithione kills the fungus. Make use of shampoo with one that has salicylic acid, which "scrubs" off the flakes.

Assessing Your Weight

2009-03-30T14:38:00.000-07:00

BMI Calculator for AdultsAdult BMI Calculator
If you've been thinking about your current weight, it may be because you've noticed a change in how your clothes fit. Or maybe you've been told by a health care professional that you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol and that your weight could be a contributing factor. The first step is to determine whether or not your current weight is healthy.

One way to determine whether your weight is a healthy one is to calculate your "body mass index" (BMI). For most people, BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness. It is calculated based on your height and weight.

Colors for Golden Skin & Dark Brown Hair

2009-03-25T13:21:00.000-07:00

Here, some of the tips for people looking great with golden skin and dark brown hairs

Olive Green
Great color for both eye liner and shadow

Red Clay
Good for cheek and lip color.

Golden Brown
Interesting color for lips, especially when the eyes are dark

Buff
Pale yellow or brown shade works well as shadow or highlighter.

Peach
Peaches for shadows, blushes and lip colors.

Copper
The color gives an amazing eye liner

Hot Chocolate
Great lipstick color

Interaction and cooperation

2009-03-12T22:03:00.000-07:00

In recent years, the fragrance industry has been trying to cooperate more closely with the global dermatological community. This section describes some of the projects developed and initiatives taken in order to achieve this.

The goal of IFRA is to market safe products which comply with scientifically well-founded risk reduction measures. This minimizes the chance of fragrance allergy or sensitivity while offering consumers the best possible range of product choice.

Nevertheless, a very small percentage of the population, when using fragranced products, might experience a skin reaction. Should this occur, the consumer may seek treatment from a dermatologist who, in turn, may seek the product composition from the product manufacturer.

With this in mind, IFRA has created a procedure (see below) to best facilitate the flow of information between the dermatologist and the fragrance industry when a reaction is reported. The procedure includes a fragrance “on call” list made up of scientifically qualified contacts within IFRA member companies.

This helps insure that all necessary information is provided to the dermatologist in a timely manner from the relevant sources. Utilizing the on call list of independent scientific experts also allows for a freer exchange of information between dermatologists, the cosmetic industry and IFRA.

The fragrance industry has also set up a project with the suppliers of patch test tray materials. It is for the benefit of all involved parties, especially the patient, if the material he is patch-tested with represents the quality that is found in marketed products, is not over-aged and is of known composition. The fragrance industry therefore provides free of charge fragrance raw materials to the producers of patch test trays (the project so far includes Chemotechnique, Hermal and, more recently, MEKOS).

Applying Foundation

2009-01-19T10:44:00.000-08:00

Choosing the right foundation for the skin is one of the first step to be considered to have successful makeup results. Only when skin type, natural color and skin tone are estimated properly, perfect foundation can be chosen. Most of the African, Asian, Latin women have yellow based skin they should prefer foundation with yellow base, so that it does not looks like mask. Generally, professionals, beauticians and experts have two or more shades of foundations as per their skin type or clients skin. Some of the tips to apply foundation are

Blend the foundation cream smoothly using cosmetic sponge in long sweeping motion.
The cosmetic sponge helps to apply foundation more easily and also offers better results with smoothness.
Apply creams at different parts of the face like forehead, nose tip, chin, cheek and almost every place to enhance finished look.
Don’t test the cream by applying in your hands or wrist, because the face skin color ultimately differs from your hand or wrist.
Even powder foundation can be used as normal compact powder.
Quality brands are also available in the market at affordable prices.

Are you tends of getting grey hairs?

2008-12-09T16:36:00.000-08:00

I am tends of getting grey hairs and thinking of coloring it, but still I have to keep my hair healthy and colored.

Reply
The best way to handle grey hairs is to stay away from permanent hair coloring. Due to ammonia consistent, permanent hair color will harsh your hair and it drops the natural pigment by depositing synthetic pigments. Then it changes the overall feel of the hair and lessens the strength of the hair.

While semi permanent colors are gentle enough with low peroxide and ammonia contain. It also helps to add shine to the hair. Make sure that you are aware of best hair coloring brands to gentle your hair smooth, shiny and healthy.

Homemade Natural Face Packs

2008-11-02T22:13:00.000-08:00

Face is the first impression to people. Men or women use to get impressed by beautiful or clear faces. It is not easy to keep skin simple and pretty fresh, but lots of protections and precautions are required to maintain the beauty of face. To protect the face from harsh damages or wrinkles or anti aging, make use of branded moisturizers or creams that protect skin against all such damages. Natural, homemade face packs will be best for people to make their skin glowing and beautiful

Glowing skin

Have some ripped banana, sandalwood powder and honey. Mix sandalwood powder, mashed banana and honey to get thick paste. It helps as a deep cleanser and provides natural glowing for dull or dry skin.

Wrinkled skin

Take some almonds, milk. Soak the almonds in milk for overnight and grind to get thick paste. Then apply the almond paste to the face to get oily skin and glowing skin. the nut almonds contain vitamin A that moisturizers your skin and milk helps to improve the complexion and cleanses naturally.

Inner beauty

2008-10-27T13:14:00.000-07:00

Inner beauty is a concept used to describe the positive aspects of something that is not physically observable.
While most species use physical traits and pheromones to attract mates, some humans claim to rely on the inner beauty of their choices. Qualities including kindness, sensitivity, tenderness or compassion, creativity and intelligence have been said to be desirable since antiquity. However new research comparing what humans claim to find attractive to their actual mating habits underlines the superficiality of "inner beauty," underlining the fact that the human animal relies on physical traits and pheromones just like every other animal to find a mate. That said, whether "inner beauty" does or does not measurably affect humans' mating habits, some traits classified as "inner beauty" do give an evolutionary survival advantage to either the individual or mating couple or group or all three.

Keep Your Skin Healthy

2008-10-20T05:50:00.000-07:00

The best way to keep your skin healthy,

Limit time in the sun - Try to stay out of the sun during 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. This is when the sun’s rays are strongest. Don’t be fooled by cloudy skies. The sun’s rays can pass through clouds. Even people use to get sunburned, if they are in water, so be careful when you are in a pool, lake, or the ocean.

Use sunscreen - Look for a sunscreen lotion with an SPF (sun protection factor) number of 15 or higher. It is better to choose sunscreens with “broad spectrum” on the label. “Water resistant” sunscreen stays on your skin even if you get wet or sweat, but it isn’t waterproof and needs to be put on about every 2 hours.

Wear protective clothing - A hat with a wide brim can shade your neck, ears, eyes, and head. Also look for sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of the sun’s rays. Incase, if you have to be in the sun, wear loose, lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and long pants or long skirts.

Avoid tanning - Don’t use sunlamps or tanning beds, because tanning pills are not approved by the FDA and it might not be safe.

Your skin may change with age. But remember, there are things you can do to help. Check your skin often. If you find any changes that worry you, see your doctor

Hot Nail Polishes & Removers

2008-10-14T05:54:00.000-07:00

Women use to be crazy about long, healthy and sexy nails. So, if your nails are bit lesser than the long or sexy nails, then avail some tips to get them in good condition.

Apply the nail remover, before you use to apply the polishes on the nail. Though, you don’t have to remove the old polishes. It helps to remove the grease on the nails that makes your polish long lasting.

Wipe the top of the nail bottle with some cotton, so that excess nail polish gets removed and polish wear looks good.

More beauty companies come up with attractive and matching lip colors along with nail polishes to enhance the look.

It is always good to apply thin coats of nail color apart from thick nail polishes. It makes the process easier and quicker.

Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: The Quiet Killer

2008-10-08T09:51:00.000-07:00

A mother and sonPrevent carbon monoxide poisoning by having your fuel-burning appliances serviced annually and by installing a battery operated carbon monoxide detector. Check or change its batteries each time you change your clocks. Download a video that shows where exposures can occur in your home.

Daylight Savings Time begins at 2:00 a.m. on the first Sunday in March. When you set your clock ahead one hour, remember to check or change the batteries in your battery operated carbon monoxide detector. Each year unintentional CO poisoning not linked to fires kills about 450 Americans and poisons at least 20,000.

You can prevent CO poisoning by having your fuel burning appliances serviced annually and by installing a battery operated carbon monoxide detector. Check or change its batteries each time you change your clocks.

Screen capture from CDC-TV: Quiet Killer Watch or download the video. (Video icon 3:15 mins)

Protect your family and prevent CO poisoning by taking just a few simple steps:

* Have your heating system, water heater, and any other gas, oil, or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year.
* Install a battery-operated CO detector in your home and check or replace the battery when you change the time on your clocks each spring and fall. If the detector sounds, leave your home immediately and call 911.
* Don't burn anything in a stove or fireplace that isn't vented.
* Don't run a car or truck inside a garage attached to your house, even if you leave the door open.
* Don't heat your house with a gas oven.
* Never use a generator, charcoal grill, camp stove, or other gasoline or charcoal-burning device inside your home, basement, or garage or near a window.
* Seek prompt medical attention if you suspect CO poisoning and are feeling dizzy, light-headed, or nauseated.

To learn more and read carbon monoxide prevention guidelines in 16 additional languages, visit www.cdc.gov/co

To watch or download a video that shows where exposures can occur in your home, visit CDC-TV’s The Quiet Killer.

Enhance Your Look with Natural Beauty

2008-10-06T12:30:00.000-07:00

The best possible result can be achieved using mirror estimation. Mirrors are the best judges that resemble the exact progression. So, apply makeup, nail polishes, skincare products and hair care products using mirrors.

The mode of applying beauty products creates big differences in the result and it is one of the important factors to be considered by the people while applying the different beauty products.

Appearance does not matter, but presentation always matters. So, make sure that you are presenting yourself to be amazing or graceful with different makeup, cosmetics and hairstyles.

Always feel good, pretty and pleasant. It enhances your beauty and creates a natural look to you. Give a break with your makeup, nails and other cosmetics, so that you can find what suits you the best.

Fake tanning lotions are popular among young women

2008-09-30T09:52:00.000-07:00

Fake tanning products are used by around nine per cent of the population over the age of 18 years, according to one recent South Australian study.

Some other statistics from the study include: Women aged between 18 and 24 years are most likely to use fake tanning products (28 per cent).

People with per annum household incomes of $40,000 and over are more likely to use fake tanning products.

People whose skin tends to burn in the sun are more likely to use fake tanning lotions than people whose skin turns brown.

Cosmetics Protects Against Bruises, Wrinkles

2008-09-25T23:43:00.000-07:00

Bruises
Older people may bruise more easily than younger people. And, it can take longer for the bruises to heal. Some medicines or illnesses cause easier bruising. If you see bruises and you don’t know how you got them, especially on parts of your body usually covered by clothing, see your doctor.

Wrinkles
Over time, skin begins to wrinkle. Things in the environment, like ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun, make the skin less elastic. Gravity can cause skin to sag and wrinkle.

Certain habits like frowning also wrinkle the skin. Some of these habits are easier to change than others. You may not be able to change how you lie when you sleep, but you can quit smoking. Not smoking is a great way to prevent wrinkles.

A lot of claims are made about how to make wrinkles go away. Not all of them work. Some can be painful or even dangerous and many must be done by the doctor. Talk with a doctor specially trained in skin problems (a dermatologist) or your regular doctor if you are worried about wrinkles.

Dry Skin and Itching

2008-09-18T21:50:00.001-07:00

Many older people suffer from dry skin, often on their lower legs, elbows, and lower arms. Dry skin feels rough and scaly. There are many possible reasons for dry skin, such as:

Not drinking enough liquids
Staying out in the sun
Being in very dry air
Smoking
Having stress

Losing sweat and oil glands (common with age) Dry skin also can be caused by health problems, such as diabetes or kidney disease. Using too much soap, antiperspirant, or perfume and taking hot baths will make dry skin worse.

Because older people have thinner skin, scratching itches can cause bleeding that can lead to infection. Some medicines make the skin itchier. Itching can cause sleep problems. If your skin is very dry and itchy, see your doctor.

Moisturizers like lotions, creams, or ointments can soothe dry, itchy skin. They should be used everyday. Try taking fewer baths and using milder soap to help your dry skin. Warm water is better than hot water for your skin. Some people find that a humidifier (an appliance that adds moisture to a room) helps.

Skin Care and Aging

2008-09-16T04:43:00.001-07:00

Amy had always been proud of her skin, especially her summer tan. But as she grew older, she saw she was getting more fine lines and wrinkles. She began to worry about what other skin problems she may have. What were those brown spots on her hands and arms?

Your skin changes with age. It becomes thinner, loses fat, and no longer looks as plump and smooth as it once did. Your veins and bones can be seen more easily. Scratches, cuts, or bumps can take longer to heal. Years of sun tanning or being out in the sunlight for a long time that lead to wrinkles, dryness, age spots, and even cancer. But there are things you can do to help your skin.

Quick and Easy Designs for Stylish Nails

2008-09-14T21:49:00.000-07:00

Are you getting ready for hot date or job interview or wedding or casual night out, and then follow the quick and easy tips to design your nail

Choose colors that complements with your clothing and other cosmetics. Pick a shade that appears with the design or shade exciting.

Grasp the attention by impressing with wild or crazy styles of zebra stripes, metallic glints and others.

The quick version of French manicure can be used by painting the base coat of the nails in neutral tone such as salmon color. Paint the nails carefully and uniformly that enhances the style of nail.

If your nail wants to look glitter and glamour, then choose the base color for all nails to complement the outfits. Allow the coat to dry for sometimes and then polish with another coat, if interested.

Apply clear coat to the nail each day to protect the polish from chipping. Try new styles and be creative.

Tips to Keep Nails Strong and Healthy

2008-09-10T05:04:00.001-07:00

Nail enhances the beauty of women. There are more number of tips offered to keep the nails stronger and sexy. When you write things on note, punch a phone number into cell, wash vessels, while ironing, cleaning windows or any other sort of work, take care of the nails.

To have healthy nails, apply speed dry nail polish. Also, drink lot of water that helps to maintain healthy nails. Have a balanced diet with required vitamins or supplements.

The fingernails count responsible for the health and diet. On daily basis, touch up the manicure to prevent chips or cracks. Increase the amount of calcium of the diet.

Use products that contain alcohol, perfumed lotions, sparingly, so that breaking nails can be prone. To prevent, breaking nails avoid using the nails as tool.

Tips for Hair Grooming

2008-09-08T22:19:00.000-07:00

Hair grooming is an important criterion that should be considered for hair conditioning. Make use of some of the tips for hair grooming

Apply shampoo and conditioner that suits the hair type. Choose a product that is best for conditioning without any harsh detergent like sulfates. Regular hair washing is good for hair to some extent, but with shampoos or conditioners then it obviously harms your hair.

Don’t make use of too much conditioner. Apply as per oily or dry hair, so that the conditioner may protect the hair.

Ingredients like coconut oil used in conditioners moisturizes the hair and makes your hair soft smooth and soothe the scalp.

Eggs is said to be one of the best moisturizer for dry hair. Even olive oil is considered to be good conditioner.

Massage the scalp with fingertips, so that blood circulates to the scalp. To make hair soft, shiny after washing, blot with towel and then separate with wide toothed comb.

Tips to Apply Foundation

2008-09-06T03:35:00.001-07:00

Beauty is an evergreen stuff required for human to look young and cool. Actually speaking, people use to be beautiful by nature or by using artificial products like cosmetics. So, while applying the beauty products, certain measure should be taken…

The foundation bought to apply the skin should suit your skin type. Skin classified as dry, oily and normal. People with dry skin need moisturizing foundation and people with oil skin need oil control foundation and so on.

There are so many shades available in the market and while choosing the shade check out which suits your skin.

Apply the foundation straight after your moisturizer. Blend with the finger or sponge from middle of the face. Blend properly around hairlines, nose and eyebrows. Put thin layer on the eyes.

Incase, if you are interested with light coverage, mix the foundation with little moisturizer and then apply it.

Ensure that finishing touch is given for the makeup application. Proper finishing enhances your beauty.

Beauty Do's and Don'ts

2008-09-04T21:41:00.000-07:00

DO look your age. Heavy make-up hides your young, natural beauty brands—the beauty older women try so hard to get back!

DON'T pop zits. This can cause infections and scars that are hard to get rid of.

DO wear sunscreen quality beauty products. Protect your skin from the sun to help stop early wrinkles.

DON'T be hard on yourself. Instead of thinking about what you don't like about your body, love the things that make you unique.

Does eating chocolate cause pimples?
No way—and neither do dirt, fried foods. Changes in your skin during puberty trigger acne. Stress, your period, picking at or popping your pimples, scrubbing your skin too hard, getting too much sun and using oil-based lotions, makeup, or hair gels can cause breakouts to get worse.

Special Hair Care Tips

2008-09-01T03:29:00.000-07:00

Women hair is like an ornament on the pretty lady. In the dictionary of beauty, hair founds to be an important term. So, people can be cool enough by using some of the tips like

Regular hair washing is a must criterion as per your hair requirement. At the same time, the hair should not be washed too often, because it strips away the natural oils that give hair shine and body.

If white flakes are seen in the hair or on the shoulders, then immediately try a shampoo that treats dandruff. Incase, if you are interested with herbal or any other natural products, then try with hair care products.

Make use of conditioners, shampoo and other styling products that suits your hair type. When you are trying different styles or looks, beware of the products that have been listed. The chemical added in the hair product may damage your hair, so try products which are chemical free or risk free.

Even styling the hair with dryer or curler or flattening irons may cause damage to the hair by drying or breaking.

Hair protection against sun damage should be made by wearing hat or scarf, so that neck, face and hair will be covered.

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2008-08-28T06:03:00.000-07:00

Wash your face regularly using a mild cleanser and warm water. Be gentle—don't scrub hard! Avoid astringents, which can dry out and irritate skin.

Use only light, water-based moisturizers. Look for one that has SPF 15 or a higher number sunscreen.

For sensitive skin, try products that say "fragrance-free" or "without perfume". If you're allowed to wear makeup, use only water-based products that say "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic" on the label. Make sure to take off your makeup before going to bed.

To control acne, try over-the-counter products that you can buy without a doctor's order. These products come as gels, lotions, creams, and soaps. Your doctor can treat more serious acne problems.

Drink plenty of water
Always wear "broad-spectrum" sunscreen, which protects against UVA and UVB rays. Wear sunscreen even on cloudy days. SPF alone does not protect against these two types of harmful rays. Follow the directions on the bottle to put more on after a while. Wear lipscreen with at least SPF 15. And, your skin needs more than just sunscreen.

Wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, and a hat.
Stay in the shade.
Stay out of the sun in the middle of the day, when rays are strongest.

Choose Attractive Eye Shadow Colors

2008-08-26T04:41:00.000-07:00

Choose simple, natural colors that suit your skin and eye. Look for eye shadows that contrast with the shades of the eyes. Make sure that the colors chosen, not exactly match with the skin color.

For dark brown and black eyes, use brown or charcoal shadows. Khaki or brown shades with yellow undertones add beauty for green eyes. Blue eyes may wear soft browns, tans with sandy or pink undertones.

If you opt for bright or trendy colors, choose the suitable shade that balances with your skin color.

Always buy colors that blend well together. If you want your eyes attractive, impressive and no more marked lines caused by the shadow then buy blended colors.
Consider that light colors will make your eyes stand out while dark colors will minimize your eyes.

If bright shadows are applied, use them as wash over the eyelids to add other colors. As a beginner, start with light and little shadow so that the face looks beautiful.

Color Additives and Cosmetics

2008-08-11T05:41:00.000-07:00

Color additives are subject to a strict system of approval under U.S. law. Except in the case of coal-tar hair dyes, failure to meet U.S. color additive requirements causes a cosmetic to be adulterated. Color additive violations are a common reason for detaining imported cosmetic products offered for entry into this country.

Some Basic RequirementsIf your product (except coal-tar hair dyes) contains a color additive, by law you must adhere to requirements for:

Approval. All color additives used in cosmetics (or any other FDA-regulated product) must be approved by FDA. There must be a regulation specifically addressing a substance's use as a color additive, specifications, and restrictions.

Certification. In addition to approval, a number of color additives must be batch certified by FDA if they are to be used in cosmetics (or any other FDA-regulated product) marketed in the U.S.

Identity and specifications. All color additives must meet the requirements for identity and specifications stated in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

Use and restrictions. Color additives may be used only for the intended uses stated in the regulations that pertain to them. The regulations also specify other restrictions for certain colors, such as the maximum permissible concentration in the finished product.

Useful Concealer Tips

2008-08-01T03:09:00.000-07:00

The concealer should match the skin tone and it should be light shade. Make use of it to cover the dark circles around the eyes and discoloration on the face.

Make sure that you have covered the Nose Bridge and outer corner of the eyes where you tend to get dark areas.

The concealer should be applied over the foundation to cover the dark area and it should not be rubbed off.

The Concealer is not required to be used along with any makeup or powder. Just you required is little concealer and something on your lips. Ensure that the concealer is the same shade as your skin.

The Concealer should be applied as thinly as possible. You should not be too thick.

Even little concealer can be applied under the eyes if that area looks a bit dark.

Better don’t test concealer color on your hand. Match it to the skin on face or neck.

Face Powder Tips

2008-07-25T23:27:00.000-07:00

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# Use loose powder to set makeup and beauty products compact powder for easy touch-ups during the day or night. For excessively oily skin, use beauty brands Translucent Ultra Matte Powder.

# For warmer climates or in the dermalogica summer, take special care to set your DDF Skin foundation with a loose powder, as heat tends to create quality beauty products slipping or running of your rene Furtner foundation. This is especially so in the case of cream foundation as they tend to have a higher oil content.

# Set your foundations with a Sacha Cosmetics Loose Powder. Keep your compact powder yonka handy for touch ups during the day. If you 'shine' a lot you should use an strivectin oil absorbent powder such as yonka skin Sacha's Ultra Matte Powders in Light, Medium or Dark.

# Dust a light layer of phyto pressed powder over the ojon hair face. A pressed powder with an SPF 15 that includes the UVA-protecting fredrick fekkai ingredients avobenzone, titanium dioxide, or zinc oxide is an excellent option to assure all day sun protection.

# Too much color? Most makeup artists dust on a layer of loose powder or pressed powder to take off the edge.

Hair Color and Cancer

2008-07-17T05:24:00.000-07:00

Over the years, some studies have indicated a possible link between hair dye use and cancer, while others have not. In February 1994, FDA and the American Cancer Society released an epidemiologic study involving 573,000 women. Researchers found that beauty source women who had ever used permanent hair dyes showed decreased risk of all beauty products fatal cancers combined and also of urinary system cancers. The study also revealed that women who had ever used permanent hair dyes showed no increased risk of any type of hematopoietic cancer (cancer of the body's blood-forming systems).

This research, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, did suggest that prolonged use (20 years or more of constant use) of black hair dye may slightly increase the occurrence of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma, but these cases represented a small fraction of hair dye users. This beauty source study followed previous NCI studies that raised concern about the use of hair dyes and higher rates of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

In another study, published in the October 5, 1994, issue of the beauty products Journal of the National Cancer Institute, researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston followed 99,000 women and found no greater risk of cancers of the blood or lymph systems among women who had ever used permanent hair dyes.

Then in 1998, scientists at the University of California at San Francisco beauty products questioned 2,544 people about their use of hair-color products. After integrating the results of this study with those of animal and other epidemiologic studies, they concluded that there was little convincing evidence linking non-Hodgkin's lymphoma with normal use of hair-color products in humans.

Makeup Tips

2008-07-15T03:28:00.000-07:00

One of the first makeup tips you should observe is the importance of finding the right foundation. It could be the difference between looking as if you have naturally flawless beauty skin or as if you are wearing a mask.

Most women have yellow-based skin. They include most Caucasians and all Asian, Latin and African women. To get that perfectly natural, flawless look they need to wear beauty products foundations with a yellow base.

Most foundations on the market however have pink or orange tones. Women wearing these foundations often end up looking artificial, ashy and two-toned. The only true yellow based beauty products foundations on the market are manufactured by Sacha Cosmetics.

We also manufacture maximum beauty products coverage camouflage foundations. It has awesome coverage, great staying power and is very natural-looking.

After getting your beauty brands foundation right, the next step is to follow the makeup tips we have provided for you. With a little beauty brands practice, you will be amazed how easy it is for you to learn to apply your makeup as professional makeup artists.

The Beauty Of Your Home

2008-07-10T03:38:00.000-07:00

Your home is an expression of your taste, and can serve to express your inner beauty while magnifying your outer beauty too. Just as the right lighting choices impact your overall quality of life, the right colors in your home can affect your mood, your relationships, your concentration and your indoor complexion.

I was watching one of those HGTV shows the other night, and was intrigued by how the designer started with a fairly hideous loft and created something that seem an exact fit with the personality of the man who had bought it. He was a pretty macho guy, and wanted things to look "masculine": living in a purple painted loft had nearly done in his sense of self.

Fortunately, this particular guy was also a lawyer, so the designer had heaps of money to work with – always a plus. But what she did surprised me. She painted one of the walls to look like it was made of leather. She brought in some leather furniture and mixed it up with an antique Chinese cabinet, a fabulous mahogany table, and some custom-built cabinetry, and created a modern take on the old-fashioned men’s smoking club. It was extremely elegant.

There’s no law that says your house should look like other peoples’ houses. Your home can fulfill its practical purpose while feeding your artistic soul. And you don’t have to have Chinese antiques to match your surroundings to your own sense of self. Your place should first make you feel glad to be there. It should be comfortable and comforting. Secondly, it can express your personal sense of style; and it’s a great way to experiment with your dramatic, playful side.

My friends had to paint their living-room because they ceiling was falling in on their heads due to earthquake activity in their (rented) Oakland house. It totally depressed them to see the cracks in the ceiling and the peeling paint extending down the walls. So much so, that they took two weeks out of their summer to re-plaster (and sand, and sand, and sand) and finally, to paint the room, which included a fourteen-foot ceiling, an arch, crown molding and a deep cove. It was a huge task!

They could have painted the room the same off-white it had always been, but after putting in all that work, they didn’t want to end up staring at a white room. So they went to the paint store and picked out chips in their favorite fantasy colors. (The idea was, "If we hate it, we’ll repaint it!) After lots of discussion and weeding-out, they realized that what they wanted to express was cheerfulness, optimism, lighthearted feelings. They chose an ultra-pale blue-lavender tint that one of their friends dubbed "blueberry milkshake". That opened the flood gates, and they painted the cove a rich, royal blue, and used a mulberry-colored enamel on the crown molding.

That was two years ago, and they’ve had nothing but compliments since. But the really wonderful thing is, to this day, they both say that being in the room makes them feel happy. My point: they used a practical need to create something beyond practical, even spiritual.

Painting is a great way to fit your environment to your inner beauty. You can be sedate, elegant, silly or wild, just by using particular colors and paying attention to light. Paint is available in every color you can imagine, and the new paints have nearly no smell at all. If you open a can of paint and find you don't like the smell, add a couple of teaspoons of vanilla flavoring to the paint and stir it in thoroughly. Sweet!

People are afraid to paint, and I'm not sure why. Paint is a thousand times simpler than wallpaper, and much better than just living with ugly walls. I can probably give you enough tips right here to make painting a breeze.

1. Beige is for the fearful. Red can cause familial disharmony and should be used only sparingly. Blues and greens feel cool, serene. Yellow is cheerful . Don't be afraid of colors. Don't waste your life painting walls beige.

2. Colors get darker once you put them on the wall. It's not because the colors actually darken: it's because, the more color that gets on the wall, the more reflected light affects the color of the other walls. The lesson here is to pick a shade somewhat lighter than you think you'll want. Start by choosing paint chips one, two and three shades lighter than your desired shade. Paint a foot-square patch of each on the wall, and compare their shades before moving on. Paint half a wall, then take a good, hard look at it and try to imagine how much darker it's going to get as you go along.

3. Before painting, overprepare. The reason many people have problems with painting is that they don't spend enough time preparing the space. Walls should be dusted, or even washed, and all spider webs, bits of sawdust, old paint flakes and what-have-you should be removed before you crack that can of paint. If paint is flaking, sand it smooth. If it's flaking badly, scrape it, then sand what's left.

Move furniture out of the room if at all possible. If you must keep things in the room, group them together and cover them securely with plastic or tarps. If you try to leave the computer uncovered, you will inevitably pour soapy water into the keyboard. It's practically a law of physics.

3. Don't wing it. We all hate to tape around moldings, ceilings and floors. We all try to paint freehand, with the idea that we can mop up any drips or goofs. We all fail miserably, and have to go back and tape with a partly-painted room. Save yourself the hassle by taping every border before you even start. Also, get heavy tarps and tape them to the floor for the inevitable occurrence of someone tripping over the partly-filled paint can.

4. Light colors may take extra coats when painted over dark ones. If you can, always paint a similar type of paint over the old one, or use a glossier paint. Flat is easily covered by semi-gloss, satin, or enamel. Enamel, on the other hand, is difficult to cover with anything but enamel. If you must cover a higher-gloss paint with a lower-gloss one, sand the original paint first, so the new paint with cling and cover rather than just beading up.

Once you've painted, you may want to consider floor coverings. Rattan, bamboo and sea grass make nice, outdoorsy rugs that feel cool on the feet and lend a touch of the seaside to any room. The dry-grass scent is light, herbal and sensuous. If you want something softer underfoot, hooked rugs from the Canadian Maritimes add brightness and charm in designs of lighthouses, fish, seabirds and colorful houses. For elegant coziness, you may decide on a Persian or Turkish area rug. A rug can change the whole feel of a room, and if it happens to have a gorgeous design, and a soft feel that invites harem-style lounging, what’s the harm in that?

I’m a big fan of most things glass, and when I was watching that show about the loft, I was making mental notes about how I would do things in my (fantasy) loft. One of the things that struck me was the fact that some loft owners create "rooms" by hanging partitions from the twenty-five foot ceilings. I thought it would be fun to create a curtain of shimmering beads hanging from those tall, tall ceilings. I envisioned a woven net of beads (individual strands would get tangled) that could be raised or lowered by means of a draw cord. Having a little time on my hands, I skipped over to www.auntiesbeads.com and checked out the Austrian crystal beads and the Czech glass beads in a million breathtaking colors. I figured I could do the curtain for under a hundred dollars! Now all I need is the loft..

Tips on Eating Better

2008-07-08T01:57:00.000-07:00

Eating right can be hard when you do not feel like cooking or there is a fast-food place on every corner. Here are some simple things you can do to eat better:

*Start every day with breakfast. Try a low-fat whole-grain breakfast bar, nonfat or low-fat yogurt, or whole-grain toast or bagel spread with a little peanut butter, jam or low-fat cream cheese.
*Eat more fruits and vegetables, and choose whole grains like 100 percent whole wheat bread, oatmeal, or brown rice instead of refined grains like white bread and white rice.
*Choose low-fat or nonfat milk instead of whole milk or a milkshake.
*Order a plain hamburger (without sauce or mayonnaise) or a grilled (not fried) chicken sandwich. Skip the fries and try a salad with fat-free or low-fat dressing instead.
*Go easy on mayonnaise, creamy sauces, and added butter.
*Don't let sugary soda or other sweets crowd out healthy foods and beverages.

TIP: Many food labels say "low-fat," "reduced fat," or "light." That does not always mean the food is low in calories. Sometimes fat free or low-fat muffins or desserts have even more sugar than the full fat versions. Remember, fat free does not mean calorie free and calories do count!

Many people think that bigger is better. We're so used to value-size servings that it is easy to eat more than our bodies need. Eating smaller portions will help you cut down on calories and fat (and might save you money too!).

Even take-out and high-fat foods can be part of a balanced diet — if you do not eat them every day and do not eat too much of them. Here are sensible serving sizes for some favorite foods:

*French fries: 1 small serving (equal to a child's order)
*Shrimp fried rice (as a main dish): 1 cup
*Cheese pizza: 2 small slices or 1 large slice

TIP: Do you eat in front of the TV out of habit? Do you eat when you are bored, nervous, or sad? Be aware of when, where, and why you eat, and try to eat balanced meals throughout the day. Instead of reaching for that cookie, do something else like call a friend or take a walk.

Hair Beauty Products

2008-07-03T23:34:00.000-07:00

Everywhere you look today, whether it is on television, in magazines, or on billboards, the spokesperson has gorgeous hair. Many people want to have hair that is luscious, healthy and full of body and shine. Hair that is silky and soft to the touch. Everyone wants to have luscious shiny hair that is full of body and looks healthy. The keys to beautiful hair are the right hair beauty products. What do you really need?

Although a healthy diet is one of the best ways to achieve healthy hair, there are certain guidelines and steps that you can take to make your hair healthier looking.

· Shampoo and conditioning – choosing shampoo and conditioner is the most important part of hair care. Choose a moisturizing formula for both shampoo and conditioner will leave your hair full of body.

· Weekly conditioning - it is recommended that you treat your hair with a deep conditioner at least once a week. This is especially important if you use blow dryers or curling irons.

· Leave-in conditioners – a leave in conditioner is a moisturizer that you leave in your hair. It is not heavy like rinse out conditioners and they provide an excellent barrier against everyday hazards.

· Purifying shampoo – this is perhaps one of the least purchased products on the market today, and it is perhaps the best product for your hair. When you have damaged hair, it can attract a lot more dirt from your environment. This in turn can make your hair seem dingy and dull. A purifying shampoo removes all of the dirt and oils from your hair giving it the appearance of being healthier.

· Natural hair beauty products – hair care products that contain ingredients such as jojoba are the natural alternative to hair care and contain all natural ingredients.

Your hair is the most important part of your appearance. Having split ends and frizzy hair can ruin any look you wish to achieve. Using product that are designed for specific purpose for your hair. You may want to consult your hairstylist as to what products your hair needs to achieve a glowing healthy look. Especially long hair styles or black hair styles may need special products and care. He or she may have a line of products that are perfect for you.

1970s Style Disco Makeup and Era Fashions that have a Vintage Flair

2008-06-28T23:41:00.000-07:00

The Sixties left the coming decade with an taste for the natural, and the Seventies era particularized the “Natural Look” to makeup and hair. Hair was long, smooth, often very straight, but ideally with a flip on the ends. Think the Mary Tyler Moore show, and you've got the early to middle '70s in a nutshell. The longer hairstyles still required the large curlers (which could really damage your hair with daily use) used in the '60s to create big waves, but electric curling irons were added to the mix when Farrah Fawcett Majors became on of the decade's "It" girls. The flicked up hair cuts worn to some extent by all of Charlie's Angels was applied to bangs or wings on the sides of the head. Farrah combined flicks on both sides with a high lofted center and amazing, wavy curls in streaky golden hair. Never mind that the fabulous Angel had stylists galore to keep her look fresh and "natural"; everybody wanted to look like that. And 'that' entailed more than a superb and constantly-renewed layered haircut: it meant hours with the curling iron, plenty of hair spray or mousse and strict avoidance of anything athletic, outdoorsy or the least bit—well, you know—natural.

1970s make-up styles had a natural, surfer appeal

Along with the "natural" hair of the '70s came a natural look in skin and cosmetics. Earlier decades had made fashionable the dead white complexion, the flawless matte of a movie star skin, and the rosy blush of innocence through the magic of foundation. In the Seventies, it was cool to resemble to surfers at Venice Beach: an all over tan, a golden glow around the face, and minimal looking make up were the things to strive for. Bronzers made an appearance, fake tanning fluids turned thousands of young women bright orange, and women who today look with alarm at the spots appearing on middle aged skin laid out all summer covered all too lightly in a bikini and a slick coat of baby oil.

1970s makeup mavens lightened up on the eye makeup, with mascara nearly disappearing for daywear except for something to lengthen, not necessarily thicken the eyelashes. White or pale blue eyeliner was sometimes used on the inside lid to make the eyes appear larger, but dark eyeliners were out of fashion. Pearlescent colors were popular for eye shadow, nail polish and lipstick, and liquid eye shadows became the rage. When foundation was worn at all, it was not matted down with powder, but left alone to shine a bit.

Tips for Taking Care of Your Skin

2008-06-26T03:29:00.000-07:00

Acne

A pimple starts when the pores in the skin become clogged with a type of oil called sebum, which normally lubricates the skin and hair. Acne is common during puberty when hormones go into overdrive, causing the skin to overproduce sebum. Because many oil-producing glands are on the forehead, nose, and chin, this area — the T-zone — is where a person is most prone to pimples.

Here are some tips to help prevent breakouts and clear them up as fast as possible:

* Wash your face twice a day (no more) with warm water and a mild soap made for people with acne. Gently massage your face with circular motions. Don't scrub. Overwashing and scrubbing can cause skin to become irritated. After cleansing, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends applying an over-the-counter (no prescription needed) lotion containing benzoyl peroxide. This will decrease oil and bacteria.
* Don't pop pimples. It's tempting, but here's why you shouldn't: Popping pimples can push infected material further into the skin, leading to more swelling and redness, and even scarring. If you notice a pimple coming before a big event, like the prom, a dermatologist can often treat it for you with less risk of scarring or infection.
* Avoid touching your face with your fingers or leaning your face on objects that collect sebum and skin residue like the telephone receiver. Touching your face can spread the bacteria that cause pores to become inflamed and irritated. To keep bacteria at bay, wash your hands before applying anything to your face, such as treatment creams or makeup.
* If you wear glasses or sunglasses, make sure you clean them frequently to keep oil from clogging the pores around your eyes and nose.
* If you get acne on your body, try not to wear tight clothes, which don't allow skin to breathe and may cause irritation. You also might want to stay away from scarves, headbands, and caps, which can collect dirt and oil, too.
* Remove your makeup before you go to sleep. When buying makeup, make sure you choose brands that say "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic" on the label. Throw away old makeup that smells or looks different from when you first bought it.
* Keep hair clean and out of your face to prevent additional dirt and oil from clogging your pores.
* Protect your skin from the sun. It may seem like a tan masks acne, but it's only temporary. A tan can cause the body to produce extra sebum, which may worsen your acne, not improve it. Tanning also causes damage to skin that will eventually lead to wrinkles and increase your risk of skin cancer.

Sun and Skin

We all know we need to protect our skin from the sun's harmful rays. Of course, it's impossible to avoid the sun — who wants to hide indoors when it feels so great to get outside and be active? And the sun's not all bad, anyway: Sunlight helps our bodies create vitamin D. So follow these tips when you're outdoors to help manage sun exposure:

* Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15, even if it's cloudy or you don't plan on spending a lot of time outdoors. If you sweat a lot or go swimming, reapply sunscreen every 2 to 3 hours (even if the bottle says the sunscreen is waterproof).
* Choose a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Look for the words "broad spectrum protection" or UVA protection in addition to the SPF of 15 or greater. Select a sunscreen that says "nonacnegenic" or "noncomedogenic" on the label to help keep pores clear.
* The sun's rays are strongest between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, so make sure you reapply sunscreen frequently and take breaks indoors if you can. If your shadow is longer than you are tall, then it's a safer time to be in the sun (you should still wear sunscreen, though).
* Apply more sunscreen (with higher SPF) when you're around reflective surfaces like water, snow, or ice.
* We all know that the sun can damage skin, but did you know it can contribute to eye problems, too? Protect your face and eyes with a hat and sunglasses that provide 100% UV protection.
* Some medications, such as prescription acne medications or birth control pills, can increase your sensitivity to the sun, so if you're taking medication, increase your sun protection.
* If you want the glow of a tan, try faking it with self-tanners or salon tanning treatments. Avoid tanning beds, though, because although manufacturers claim that tanning beds are free of UVB rays, they still use harmful UVA rays.

Tips for How to Style Naturally Curly Hair

2008-06-24T23:44:00.000-07:00

To be truthful, naturally curly hair is the kind of style that is not easy for everyone to accept and love. A short style may turn into a frizzy mess at the first sign of rain or elevated humidity in the air, while the mid length cuts seem to unravel halfway through the business day and before long the curly mess takes on the proportions of a bird’s nest. Fortunately, curly hair doesn’t have to be that complicated! There are a number of hairstyle ideas which will leave you pleased with your thick tresses.

* What causes frizzy curls? Not even the best shampoo will undo the frizz if you perpetuate the one behavior that causes it: the blow dryer. To help get your hair ready for being shaped into the style you have chosen, the odds are good that using a hot air dryer is your preferred method of drying, but in so doing the hair is prevented to develop its natural curl. This of course makes your blonde mane incapable of following the layered look you have chosen.

* Another heat source that has your curls see red is the straightening iron. For it to work properly the iron becomes very hot and thus temporarily relaxes the spiral but doing so comes at a cost: frizz. Short cuts will soon show signs of breakage that leave the hair looking frizzy while long cuts will not show the breakage as clearly but before long will present with split ends. Although straightened hair is the preferred condition for application of highlights and color, it is not advisable to overdo this procedure.

* Two of the most commonly quoted tips revolve around the use of conditioning products instead of shampoo and continuing with the styling while the hair is still moist. How to style your curly hair depends on the cut; generally speaking, medium cuts may just need a running through with your fingers.

* Those who have artificially curled hair will appreciate the advice to invest in a high quality leave in conditioner. Permed hair is notorious for its dryness and you will do well to augment any natural oils with a leave in product that is highly rated for its long duration of supplying nutrients and moisture to the hair.

Skin Cancer

2008-06-20T03:40:00.000-07:00

What is skin cancer?

FishermanCancer is a disease of the body’s cells. Occasionally some cells behave in an abnormal way, and grow into a lump called a tumour. A tumour that is not cancerous is called a benign tumour. A tumour which is cancerous is called a malignant tumour.

Skin is the largest organ of the body. There are different layers to skin. The epidermis is the outer or top layer of the skin. Cells produce keratin and melanin. Keratin resists heat, cold and effects of many chemicals. Melanin gives skin its colour and absorbs ultraviolet (UV) light and provides some protection from UV. The epidermis contains three different types of cells: squamous cells, basal cells and melanocytes.

What causes skin cancer?

Skin cancer is mainly caused by cumulative exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun.

UVR disrupts the cells' genes and can cause them to grow abnormally. If these abnormal cells are not destroyed by the body's natural defence systems, they can develop into skin cancers.

There are three main types of skin cancer named after the type of cells they start from: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma — known as non-melanocyctic skin cancers — and melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer.

Overview of the Globalization of the “Beauty Industry”

2008-06-19T05:38:00.000-07:00

Globalization of the Beauty Industry 1945-1980,”2 provides a comprehensive overview of the growth of beauty industries.
The modern beauty industry developed in three phases:

1. Fragrance and soaps: started in the U.S. and Western Europe. Demand for these products stemmed from mid-19th century urbanization that resulted in growing stench and infectious diseases.

2. Facial beauty products: demand came from increased visual awareness that accompanied commercial photography and advances in printing, including the mass circulation of female fashion magazines.

3. Transformative beauty products: lip stick, hair dyes, and mascara. From 1914 to 1945, beauty products, as soaps and toiletries, became nearly universal in developed countries. The US Great Depression forced companies to make beauty products affordable. During this period and beyond, beauty products were marketed and developed for different audiences and ethnicities.

In the developing world, such as in southern Africa and Asia, the spread of soap and hygiene products accompanied colonial efforts to “civilize” the population. When Japan sought to “modernize” in the late 1800’s, hand washing and hair washing became popular among the elites and face “whitening,” shaving of eyebrows, and teeth blackening (all traditional practices) were banned. The use of traditional white face creams for women became a practice only used on special occasions, such as weddings. So not only the products, but their use in general became globalized.

In the U.S., the 1950’s solidified the image of the tall, shapely, blond woman as the ideal beauty, popularized by Marilyn Monroe and the Barbie doll. Television played a major role through beauty advertisements and sponsored game shows (used to brand corporations and products lines). Increased disposable income led to mass consumption of beauty products during this period. Other Western countries learned about American hygiene and beauty products through Hollywood and the movie industry. Outside the U.S., restrictions on media advertisements and sponsored games shows slowed the diffusion of these products. Government regulations abroad posed challenges as well.

Beauty pageants, such as Miss World (started in 1951 by the UK) and Miss Universe (started in 1952 in the US), became globalized, with local contests being held all over the world. The Miss World’s first dark-skinned winner was Miss India in 1966, and the first visible winner of African descent was Miss Grenada in 1970. Miss Universe developed its own “international standard of beauty,” based on face, figure, proportions, and posture and local contests began using that standard to choose representatives. US cosmetic industries co-opted the winners to become international ambassadors of their beauty products, further branding a certain image as beautiful.

By the 1980’s, local and ethnic identities in beauty ideals were being re-asserted and the market became more segmented by ethnicity, gender, and age. Yet lack of body odor, white natural teeth, slim figures, pale skins and round eyes were considered “international standards of beauty” and were being diffused all over the world. The trends and marketing practices mentioned in this historical analysis are still be used today, with even more success, as barriers (such as media advertising, government regulations, and technology) are further decreasing.

Beauty Ideals in the Non-Western Cultures: Case Study China and India

2008-06-18T05:38:00.000-07:00

Both China and India are being influenced by Western beauty ideals and both have a large middle class with a disposable income. Advertisements plaster urban areas and Western television shows and movies are heavily distributed in both countries. Whitening face masks, soaps, and lotions are widely available in both countries. Men and women in both countries buy products to lighten their skin with hopes to achieve a better life, higher paying jobs, and higher class mates.

Much as has been written about the impact of beauty pageants in India. Beauty pageants start in high school, take place again in college, and then happen nationwide for Miss India. Commercial sponsors use the pageants to raise awareness of their products. While at the local level, girls are measured by local standards, but as the pageants get larger, international beauty standards are put in place. The first Miss World held in India, took place in 1996. Feminist groups protested, but were co-opted by right wing Hindu nationalists who protested economic liberalization and transnational corporations. The protestors succeeded in forcing the swimsuit competition to be moved to Seychelles, but Miss World was still held.3

In China, the first ever Miss Artificial Beauty was held in 2003 for Chinese contestants who had cosmetic surgery, and were not eligible for Miss World or Miss Universe. The competition still continues. Urban Chinese women in their 20’s and 30’s are increasingly getting cosmetic surgery to improve their chances for economic success, while older women in their 40’s are getting cosmetic surgery to look younger. Popular surgeries include adding a crease into eyelids to make the eyes look rounder, narrowing the nose, liposuction, and breast implants. Some women even lengthen their legs.4

Women’s groups have been mainly silent in China. Some believe this is due to the size of the “beauty industry.” In 2005, in China, the beauty industry was the 5th largest industry in the country, behind property, cars, tourism, and IT. The industry is growing at a rate of 20 percent per year.5 With the Chinese economy growing so rapidly, the beauty industries will continue to grow as well.

Treating Oily Skin with the Proper Face Care, Makeup and Therapy

2008-06-09T22:52:00.000-07:00

Most people experience oily skin when they hit puberty and hormones begin to rampage across the bodily systems. Causes of oily skin have also been attributed to diet, stress and environmental issues, but the main reason for oily skin is the increased production of skin oils, or sebum, usually associated with hormonal changes. Remedies for oily skin range from washing practices to herbal skincare products made for the oily complexion.

Oily Skin and Acne Breakouts

Oily skin doesn't necessarily cause acne, but it can be a contributor to breakouts if the skin isn't kept clean enough. Acne occurs when pores are invaded by dirt and oil, get clogged and breed bacteria. The bacteria in the pore causes swelling and the typical pimple is filled with pus, which is the body's attempt to fight infection using white blood cells. Keeping your skin clean and pores unclogged is one important way to prevent acne breakouts. And it all starts with the way you wash your face.

Natural Beauty Product Suggestions for Oilier Skin

Oil free moisturizers usually contain glycerin and water, and some of the best products also contain tea extracts and oatmeal. Oatmeal has long been recognized as a soothing skin care product, and when used as a mask can brighten your skin without drying it out too much. Companies like Aveeno are making oatmeal based moisturizers and makeup that work wonderfully to care for the skin. Beauty tips columns always contain the oatmeal facial mask as a remedy for oily skin. Just puree oatmeal with a little water, wipe on the skin, allow to dry most but not all they way, and rinse off.

Luckily, caring for your oily skin has never been easier, since a tremendous range of products ensures that there's something for everyone. Treating oily skin is done at two levels; prevention and blemish control. Gentle treatment, the right oil-control makeup and proper nutrition can help prevent oily skin. Blemishes can be treated with tea tree oil or one of the natural remedies including green or white tea extract (powerful antioxidants) and skin calming oils such as lavender or chamomile.

Does diet and nutrition contribute to skin oils?

Some people think that chocolate or fatty foods can cause oily skin, and if you are allergic to a particular food, it may show up in the way your skin behaves. Chocolate has not been shown to increase skin oil or breakouts; in fact, dark chocolate contains antioxidants that are good for your brain and your body. But junk food like chips, high fat, high salt burgers and other fried foods may impact your skin as they do your entire body. If you're a junk food junkie and have oily skin or breakouts, take a month off from your favorite foods to see if your skin condition improves.

Antiaging therapy in the form of creams or lotions containing plant or milk acids often dry users' skins as the acids remove the top layer of skin cells from the complexion. Check out moisturizers containing alpha lipoic acid, which may decrease the oil in your skin after a short time of use.

Hair Removal Option for Women

2008-05-29T22:14:00.000-07:00

What causes facial hair in women? The same hormones that cause it in men. Let's face it: we're a hairy breed. And in the all too human world of beauty, we value smooth, hairless skin. Our hormones create hair, even in the female of the species, and as women we spend a lot of time fighting Nature to please Fashion. Removing facial hair is an issue for women all over the world: even in ancient times, women used hot honey and tree saps to remove unwanted hair from the jaw line, upper lip, eyebrows and chin.

Waxing Unwanted Facial Hair

Today, waxing is still a popular hair removal option: it's relatively inexpensive, more thorough than plucking individual hairs with tweezers and can be done any time. Hot wax kits consist of a "wax" made of sugar or honey, (this is called "sugaring"), beeswax or resin. The easiest way to do waxing at home is to buy a microwavable wax, apply with a wooden spatula, then spread with a strip of cotton muslin and pull off the wax along with the offending hair. But, if you don't have the patience to melt the wax slowly at the recommended power setting, stir it thoroughly, test a tiny bit on the tip of your finger and ascertain whether it's too hot, you shouldn't do that kind of waxing because you run the risk of getting badly burned. Microwaves work hot and fast, and the wax must be carefully watched, timed, stirred, and tested before applying. It takes patience.

Bleaching Upper Lip Hair to Reduce its Appearance

Another popular at-home hair removal method is bleach. You can buy cream bleaching creams that are mixed with an activator and then applied to the facial hair. You cannot use cream bleaches on eyebrows or anywhere near your eyes—if they get in your eyes, you can go blind. Some people may experience facial redness or sensitivity from bleaching, so it's a good idea to do a 24 hour test patch first. But if the bleach doesn't bother your skin, and if you use it weekly, you'll not only be rendering facial hair more invisible, after awhile it will become fragile and start to break off, lessening its appearance even more.

Shaving is not a best practice for removing facial hair

Some people wonder how to remove facial hair by shaving, and this is a good place to say that shaving is a bad idea. It will leave stubble, and the only thing worse than facial hair is facial stubble. Forget shaving anything on your face.

Natural Beauty Product Suggestions for Oilier Skin

2008-05-26T10:19:00.000-07:00

Oil free moisturizers usually contain glycerin and water, and some of the best products also contain tea extracts and oatmeal. Oatmeal has long been recognized as a soothing skin care product, and when used as a mask can brighten your skin without drying it out too much. Companies like Aveeno are making oatmeal based moisturizers and makeup that work wonderfully to care for the skin. Beauty tips columns always contain the oatmeal facial mask as a remedy for oily skin. Just puree oatmeal with a little water, wipe on the skin, allow to dry most but not all they way, and rinse off.

Luckily, caring for your oily skin has never been easier, since a tremendous range of products ensures that there's something for everyone. Treating oily skin is done at two levels; prevention and blemish control. Gentle treatment, the right oil-control makeup and proper nutrition can help prevent oily skin. Blemishes can be treated with tea tree oil or one of the natural remedies including green or white tea extract (powerful antioxidants) and skin calming oils such as lavender or chamomile.

Shape Eye Brows with Threading, Waxing and Plucking with Tweezers

2008-05-23T04:32:00.000-07:00

Eyebrows are tricky creatures. You know how they’re supposed to look, but sometimes they don’t want to cooperate, and because they’re growing out of your head, they have a semi permanent character that defies wishes and good intentions.

One of the many problems of eyebrows is the fact that if they aren’t the right color, they can either dominate your face or disappear entirely. Their unfortunate (but necessary) proximity to your eyeballs makes it a pretty major no-no to just sweep the haircolor across each brow and hope it doesn’t drip into your eyes. That’s why the goddess of practical beauty created the eyebrow pencil, an unsatisfactory solution, but sometimes better than nothing if your eyebrows happen to be very pale.

Shaping Your Eyebrows: How to get the perfect arch shape

Shape is also crucial, and if your eyebrows are coarse, creating and maintaining the ideal shape is difficult because pulling out individual hairs can leave large gaps, or severely shorten the length of a brow if you happen to pull out the half-inch hair on the very end.

The perfect eyebrow starts above the inside corner of your eye (over the tear duct), and ends at the outside corner, above your eyelashes. Eyebrows should have an arch: in nature, it’s rarely where it should be, which is a frustrating commentary on standards of beauty. Ideally, the arch happens over the iris, the colored part of your eye. It should be gentle, so if you’re planning to reshape your arch, take it very, very slowly. Do a hair or two a day, and err on the side of caution. Hasty plucking can give you a surprised look that lasts for weeks.

How to Pluck Eyebrows with Tweezers: The Do's and Don'ts

Many women pluck their eyebrows with tweezers. Some wax them, but wax is tricky because it’s hard to get an accurate shape. And some go to a hair removal salon to try "threading." Although threading is newly popular in the United States, it is a centuries-old technique of hair removal practiced in India. The eyebrow experts say never, never to pluck your eyebrows from above, but always to pluck from the bottom of the brow. I say, if you have some wild or stray or bushy hairs growing above your brows, feel free to pluck them. I did it once, and nothing bad happened to me.

I read somewhere that it’s okay to trim your eyebrows. I think this is good if the single hairs are long and thick. You can pluck some hairs and trim the others, brushing them up, evening the ends (be careful not to trim too much!), then brushing them down checking again and again as you go along.

Use Eyebrow Gel to Keep Your Brow Shape Neat after Tweezing

Finally, keeping your brows neat can be done with special eyebrow gel, or you can use a little hair gel to smooth them and keep them shapely.

Sun Protection: Using Sunscreen & Wise Exposure to the UVB/UVA Rays

2008-05-22T09:30:00.000-07:00

Judy got married before anyone else, and although we all envied her happiness and her handsome hubbie and their beautiful home, when she had her first baby, all envy stopped. She ballooned up and couldn’t wear her clothes: even her gorgeous shoe collection was rendered obsolete by hormonal horrors. She was sick every day for three solid months, she got moody and no one could get along with her, and once the baby came along, she had a terrible time getting back to her pre-baby weight.

Still, she went low-carb and worked out like a fiend. She stuck to her plan, and eventually the weight came off, and those cute tangerine suede loafers (from J. Crew) slipped smoothly back onto her perfect size seven feet.

Judy swears by several things that helped her regain her post-baby beauty. One was the support of her hubbie Mike, who changed his work schedule so she could have afternoons to herself four days each and every week. This helped her get to the gym and the salon, while Mike and Baby Emily bonded. The second thing was her mom-in-law Freddie, who baby-sits once or twice a week so that Mike and Judy can go out and pretend to be normal people again. (What a nice woman –is Judy the luckiest, or what?)

The third thing Judy swears by is called Rosebud Salve, a family-company retro-classic that comes in a groovy rose-labeled tin and smells like a little bit of heaven. Judy uses it for everything, from lip balm to burn ointment. She says it kept her nursing days smooth and pain-free by using it morning and night, you-know-where. And when little Emily developed a babyish but unattractive rash in a tender place, Judy hauled out the tin of Rosebud Salve and slathered it on.

Types of Perfumes and Fragrance Categories

2008-05-21T03:48:00.000-07:00

Perfume has always been a vital part of human culture: people have perfumed their hair and bodies with oils, resins, flower and herb extracts and animal scents since earliest history. Wearing scent is pleasurable; it is an expression of individuality; it attracts mates and makes us nice to be close to. Perfumes are more for the wearer: they make us feel wonderful.

Fragrances are classed—and priced—by their alcohol content, with the least expensive being eau de toilettes and eau de colognes containing between 3% and 8% fragrance with the other 92-97% of the content being made up of alcohol, water and color. Eau de parfum contains actual perfume oils of 8-15%. You pay more for perfume because it is stronger at application and lasts longer than eau de toilette. Perfume (or “parfum”) contains somewhere between 15% and 30% of perfume oils and lasts longer than other scent types—typically around six hours. Always try to take a sample of perfume home to try for a week or two and make sure it is the right fragrance and strength for you before buying.

Fragrance Blending Families

Fragrances may be floral, spicy, woody, herbal, musky, powdery (also called “chypre”) or “aqueous” a recent designation for aromatherapy scents that are based more on a concept of a “watery” smell than an actual scent. The recent rediscovery of herbal and floral scents combined with recent technology for scent capture has created new markets for subtle extracts—“headspace” scents extracted through the use of gas chromatography, creating entirely new classes of perfumes. Food scents such as vanilla, chocolate, cherry and coffee have made their way into perfumery to the chagrin of many classical perfumers and to the happiness of younger customers who like fruity, foody, unsophisticated scents. Many perfumes combine the scent categories, creating combinations such as “Oriental” which is usually identified by heavy florals and spices. Aldehydes, which made their debut with the heady scent of Chanel No. 5, are pure chemicals whose particular odors are named by letters rather than names. Aldehydes, while completely man-made are also compelling and immensely popular, making up many of the elegant perfumes of today.

Stop a Nail Biting Habit with Proper Natural Nail Care

2008-05-20T03:10:00.000-07:00

The first thing we can all do in having good-looking hands is to keep them clean by washing regularly. It’s amazing how many people (guys especially, but some women and girls too) walk around with grubby non manicured finger nails. Get a nail brush and put it by the sink, so it’s convenient whenever you wash your hands. An added plus of a nail brushing your fingers is the way it feels: those soft bristles and the luxurious soapy lather take your hands on a daily very mini spa vacation. Always follow up with a nice hand cream or lotion to keep your hands moisturized.

Stop nail biting. Break your toddler or child's habit early

Beautiful hands and nail care start with basics, and not having raggy, bleeding cuticles is a primary step in having presentable hands. Granted, one of the hardest habits to break is to stop fingernail biting, but it’s also one of the more disfiguring things that can happen to a hand. We all know someone who bites their nails to the quick, then starts on those ragged cuticles. Nail-biting usually starts in early childhood as a toddler with some people never outgrowing it, while others only revert to nail-biting in times of stress.

Nail care and nail biting products

There are some products on the market to stop nail-biting, super-hot or bitter things to paint on your nails. I've heard some nail-biters say that the nasty taste didn't stop them, but they must work for some people.

Finally, for nail-biters and non-nail-biters alike, hand cream right before bed is a great way to keep your skin smooth. When things are looking rough (or if you’re a biter who’s trying to quit), you can get some wonderfully thin cotton gloves, slather on a hand cream like Sephora’s Bliss Glamour Glove Gel and glove up until morning. The cotton will keep the hand cream off the pillows and on your hands where it belongs. And for a real spa-treatment, get some little cotton socks and give your feet the same experience.

Nail polish shows off those fingers

And for a little something extra try a nice bright nail polish for your next manicure. OPI nail products give a great professional finish that looks like you went to a manicure salon or spa. But buyer beware of the "fake" acrylic manicure. Your own natural nails are better than using fake "glue on" nails. If your manicurist doesn't properly clean tier tools, acrylic nail application can cause the dreaded nail fungus that has to be specially treated for months at a time. My advice save the acrylic french manicure for a special event or occasion like attending the Boston symphony in a black sleek gown.

History and Origins of Perfume, Fragrance and Cologne

2008-05-19T03:17:00.000-07:00

When the Emperor Napoleon of France was about to return from battle, he sent a message to Josephine. “Am returning in three days. Don’t wash.” While modern-day noses may not agree with Napoleon’s sentiments, there is some evidence that lovers are attracted by each others’ natural smell above and beyond the scents of soap, perfume, fragrance, cologne and chewing gum. That we are influenced by naturally-emitted scents called pheromones, so subtle and yet so powerful that we can be drawn to or repelled by people for reasons we don’t even understand. (History doesn’t record whether or not Josephine obeyed Napoleon’s order.)

Olfactory research has shown that certain odors can prevent shoplifting, inspire confidences and make us hungry even when our stomachs are full. The perception of fragrance is embedded in the portion of our brains where emotions arise, making smells from childhood immediate memory triggers, and creating a strong emotional pull towards or away from smells depending on the positive or negative associations of the memories they are attached to.

Choosing a perfume is like choosing a lover: you don’t rush; you learn everything you can; you take your own feelings seriously. With an eye to these requirements, the aim of this article is to teach you about the types of fragrance, the fragrance families, the right ways to wear perfume, and how to shop for the perfect perfume.

Healthy Pregnancy Information on Proper Beauty Care, Exercise & Nutrition

2008-05-16T04:38:00.000-07:00

Women are having babies later in life, and many women are into their forties before the biological time bomb goes off, leaving them thinking, "Omigad: I've just got to have a baby RIGHT NOW". The sudden baby urge is a phenomenon that has never been explained satisfactorily, and now, with women starting high-powered careers in their twenties, and realizing fifteen years down the road that, in the struggle of getting that MBA they forgot to do things about getting pregnant, it isn't so much explored as it is attacked with calendars, hormones, thermometers and implantations.

It's safer than ever before to have a late-life child, but Down syndrome and other birth defects do become more likely, and complications that result in injury to the mother are more likely too. The fact is, our bodies are vastly different at forty-something than they are at twenty-something; less resilient, longer to heal. Modern medical care makes it possible for preemies of under one pound to grow into healthy adults, and with today's understanding of the importance of planning, nutrition, and supplements such as folic acid, older moms experience much less risk than they did even ten years ago.

If you're pregnant and in your late thirties to early forties, you probably have inner and outer resources than younger women. You've probably planned your pregnancy, painted the nursery and are emotionally ready for motherhood. You may even have money saved for your child's education. So, with all your ducks in a tidy row, it may seem even more unfair that morning sickness, fatigue, bloating and blotchy skin are dancing attendance on your upcoming blessed event.

It may not be a surprise to you that many of the things you should be doing to stay healthy during pregnancy are also the things that will keep you looking your best, even in those early, wretched and retching, weeks. Read on for before, during and after beauty tips for pregnant ladies and brand-new moms.

1. I know you think you should be and could be Superwoman. You could try, but you'll probably just wear yourself out, and frankly, they don't give awards for Superwomen. If you can afford it, cut back on the work hours, take every sick day, holiday and personal day off, and don't even think about taking a shorter-than-usual maternity leave.

2. Rest. Step away from the computer, put your feet up, close your eyes, read a book, listen to music. Sleep doesn't count as rest, by the way: your normal nighttime sleep is also still required. Rest in between meetings at work, take naps on weekends, and avoid social events you don't really want to attend anyway by saying quietly (and with just a hint of gravity), "Oh, I'd love to, but I can't. I have to rest."

3. To assist you in resting, consider having groceries or dry cleaning delivered, go out for a meal once in awhile instead of cooking at home, and enlist the aid of those who live with you in things like doing the dishes, putting stuff away, or cleaning the tub. You might feel guilty before the baby comes, but once that wee creature arrives, you'll kick yourself for not having pre-trained your family to help.

4. When you aren't resting, exercise. Take walks, go swimming or take water aerobics, do whatever activities your ob-gyn says is okay for your particular stage of gestated bliss. Exercise is great for the skin, perks up the mental attitude, keeps the kilos down, and promotes your baby's health too.

5. Obviously, you won't smoke, take dope, use over-the-counter medications, or drink alcohol. Pay attention to your caffeine intake, too (remember, what Mommy does, Baby does too). Also, watch the sugar. Diabetes occurs more frequently in older pregnant women, and watching your diet can help keep your blood sugar under control.

6. Undereye circles sometimes come along with morning sickness because you get dehydrated, and it shows up in the thinning skin under the eyes. Drink plenty of water throughout your pregnancy.

7. Buy the prettiest maternity clothes you can find. Subsiding into sweats for months on end will compound any feelings of unattractiveness you may experience. Your body will certainly grow rounder--even around the ankles--but that's no reason to give up on fashion. Fashion loves you, and will always take you back.

8. Your skin color may change during pregnancy, and you may need to buy different shades of makeup. Some lucky women look fabulous between months four and eight: their skin glows, their eyes sparkle. If you are one of these women, count your blessings. If you're one of the other 90%, treat yourself to an occasional facial.

9. Some women get acne from the drastic hormonal surges of pregnancy. Check with your doctor before using anything remotely medicinal: your skin may absorb chemicals that aren't good for the baby. The acne is temporary, and will disappear once your body's hormone levels have evened out.

10. During your pregnancy and after the baby comes, accept help when it's offered. Lots of new moms feel that they should be able to do everything themselves, but in fact, it takes a village to keep Baby's laundry done. Line up a reliable sitter before the birth, so that as soon as you can, you can go out for dinner or a movie without worrying. Let friends cook you dinner, and coerce family members into chores. Fatherly creatures should also be pressed into service when it comes to hourly chores such as feeding, changing or holding Baby.Training your partner in baby-tending does more than get you some extra sleep: it helps Dad and Baby bond.

Business Professional Dress Code for Women in the Office

2008-05-15T03:25:00.000-07:00

Your work wardrobe depends largely on what you do for a living, and if you aren't a natural-born fashion hound, it can be difficult to put together work ensembles that are practical, comfortable and affordable. Besides the obligatory chinos and polo shirt-uniforms of many retail establishments, there are three types of working wardrobes: professional, business casual and casual. In this column, we're going to cover the basics of dressing for the professional office.

Women's Business Professional Workplace Dress Code Described

Probably the easiest wardrobe to assemble is the professional one that most large corporate firms expect from women. Most corporations and firms whose employees affect professional dress have strict if unwritten dress codes: observing what other people wear is the best way to decide on your own wardrobe basics. Even now, many firms expect women to dress in skirts rather than pants to work, which raises complications in terms of choosing comfortable shoes that look good. If you are applying for a position with a company where professional dress is the norm, do as much reconnaissance work as you can to determine what designers are favored, whether suit blouses are strictly white and tailored or more feminine and colorful, and what makeup styles are in fashion. Wear the best shoes you can afford to your interview, spend more money on hose that won't snag and run before you even get to the interview, and wear a skirt, even if women also wear pants in that culture.

How to Dress for a Job Interview

When you're interviewing, it's always better to dress a little more on the formal and conservative side. This is relative, of course. If you're going for a job at a funky piercing studio, you shouldn't show up in Donna Karan, but leave the ripped jeans at home until you've gotten the job. For professional work environments, it means opting for tailored over trendy and severe over sexy. Forget the Allie McBeal micro-minis and tights tops: TV fashion does not apply in the real-world professional workplace, and people won't take you seriously if the first thing they recall about you is your astonishing cleavage. If you want to base your wardrobe on a relevant TV show, think West Wing or The Practice.

Green Tea: How to Drink up Natural Beauty Benefits

2008-05-14T03:07:00.000-07:00

For centuries green tea has been used daily by cultures outside of the United States. We as Americans only recently understand the many health and beauty benefits that are received through the use of green tea. Green tea can be used as a drink such as in tea or it can be applied to the skin through lotions. There are even vitamin supplements with green tea for tablet ingestion. The benefits of green tea use can cover areas of health, weight loss and aging reduction.

Natural Health Properties of Green Tea Extract

Green tea extracts are naturally rich in antioxidants, which protect against the harmful effects of free radicals in the body. Free radicals naturally occur in the body and can cause accelerated aging, cancers and heart disease. The antioxidants decrease the risk of free radical effects. Studies have shown that green tea can lower cholesterol; decrease chances for cancers, heart disease and aid arthritis sufferers. Sipping green tea daily can aid the body in over health prevention.

Diet and Weight Loss with Benefits

Green tea contains natural ingredients that both flush toxins from the body as well as raise the metabolic rate burning calories and fat at an increased rate. It also enhances fat oxidation while providing the body with more energy with less caffeine than other energy boosting beverages. Sipping green tea daily can help boost your energy levels and your mood while decreasing the fat production in the body.

How to Look Younger with Green Teas

Pollution, sun exposure, smoking and diet can all cause our skin to age at an accelerated rate. Wrinkles, sunspots and other signs of age can be treated with green tea. Many beauty product lines are realizing the benefits that the antioxidants in green tea have on the skin. It can be used as a natural exfoliant, a moisturizer and line reducer. Companies such as Garnier are using green leaf extracts in anti aging and sun treated skin lines. Another beauty tip for green tea use is for a healthy, beautiful smile. Green tea naturally has fluoride in it, which prevents cavities in the teeth.

How To Take Green Tea in Your Diet

Green tea is now widely sold in most grocery chains as well as local Asian market places. You can purchase 100 tea bags for less than $2.00. You can also find beauty products and vitamins containing green tea at most of your local drug stores. If you are interested in DIY beauty care there are books and websites that offer more detailed tips on green tea use. Tips can include facial spritzes and scrubs created from seeping fresh green tea leaves.

Scientists are still studying green tea powders, beverages and creams in search of additional benefits. Green tea is becoming a wide used product for numerous health and beauty purposes. It is affordable and effective in maintaining a healthier and richer quality of life. Perhaps this natural product is not the only one of it’s kind. We may find that our neighbors to the East have even more health benefits for us to discover. The next time you are looking for a way to boost your health, look for products containing green tea and try it for yourself.

Skin Care Products with Black Mud Found in the Dead Sea

2008-05-12T09:17:00.000-07:00

Black Dead Sea mud is often used as a therapeutic body wrap at spas; facial masks are also made of this miracle substance, to care for the skin, refine the pores, and as a natural anti-aging therapy. For psoriasis treatment, application of Dead Sea mud in combination with baths using Dead Sea salts have brought significant remissions for many patients, and the minerals in Dead Sea salts have also been included in psoriasis creams. Psoriasis flare-ups are less common when patients have experienced Dead Sea treatments. Dead Sea mud has also been found to relieve arthritis pain in joints, perhaps due to the influence of the high mineral content. Soaking in a bath of Dead Sea salts can alleviate muscle soreness; for a homemade, skin softening bath, combine Dead Sea salts with a cupful of oatmeal placed in an old nylon stocking. The minerals soak into your skin and the oatmeal creates a moisture shield that smoothes and softens.

The facts about treating stretch marks include the realization that they fade over time but are rarely eradicated with creams. But moisturized skin helps minimize the appearance of stretch marks, and creams made from Dead Sea minerals help skin regain its youthful moisture. Anti-aging cream isn't just for stretch marks; use it on elbows, heels and even your face.

How to Clean Professional Makeup and Cosmetics Brushes

2008-05-09T03:57:00.000-07:00

if you wear makeup, you need to know how to clean makeup brushes. If you don't clean your make up brushes, you'll either wind up spoiling them and throwing them away, or they will mess up your clean, fresh look by changing the colors of your makeup. If you're not sure how to clean makeup brushes, don't worry; it's simple. The main thing is using the right type of cleaner for the kind of cosmetic brush you have. It's also most important to clean your makeup brushes frequently, so that there's very little build up on them.

Applying your make up correctly is at least as important as the quality of the makeup itself. Professional makeup artists take a lot of time smoothing, blending and brushing creams and powders into their clients' soon flawless faces. Great brushes help make perfect makeup possible.

What Materials and Hair Products are Brushes Made of?

Makeup brushes come in all sorts of materials, with the cheapest usually being made of sponge or plastic and the most expensive some sort of animal hair. High quality natural hair brushes used by professional models and painters are made of sable, and if you want a particular brush shape in an excellent quality brush, you can find them at art supply stores. Badger fur, pony hair and even squirrel hair are also used to make brushes. The best makeup, such as mineral makeup, will often come with a set of fine brushes: perfect application gives your makeup a beautiful soft finish.

Beauty Benefits of Goats Milk Based Soaps and Skin Care Products

2008-05-08T03:18:00.000-07:00

Milk based soaps have recently been rediscovered, largely due to the current research on milk proteins that is teaching consumers about the way skin benefits from contact with whey protein and lactic acid. Lactic acid helps smooth skin by exfoliation, and milk also contains Vitamins A and D, whose benefits include giving skin strength and suppleness. Many milk based soaps are made of goat's milk, which has the same ph as human skin. Goats produce a high fat, creamy milk that's easily digested because its molecules are smaller than those of cow's milk.

People allergic to cow's milk often drink goat's milk instead because of the protein profile of goat's milk, which more closely resembles that of human milk, and which makes goat milk easier to digest. The other upside of using goats' milk in all kind of products is the fact that goats are more easily farmed than cows or sheep: they forage on all kinds of feed, are resistant to injury and disease and are providers of wool, meat and milk.

How is goat’s milk soap made?

But you can't make soap from milk alone. Other ingredients could include natural oils from seeds, nuts, and vegetables, such as soybeans or coconuts. Soap has two main ingredients; lye and fat. When lye combines with a fat, chemical interaction hardens the oils, creating a bar of hard soap. When our great-grandmothers made their all natural soap, they used wood ashes and lard: the ashes were soaked in water, which leached out lye. Cooking lard with lye created soap. Original lye soaps were unscented and very harsh. They were also used for scrubbing laundry and floors, so their harshness helped pioneers get their clothes and homes—as well as their families—clean.

Beauty and Health Benefits of Drinking Water - Filtered, Bottled, Tap or Distilled

2008-05-07T04:19:00.000-07:00

We all want smooth, soft, unblemished skin. But sometimes it seems like great skin is either something you’re born with or something you’ll never achieve. These days, the medical industry has created skin care treatments that are halfway between plastic surgery and serious cosmetics. You can have your skin sanded, chemically peeled, zapped with lasers, frozen or injected with Botox, the catchy hyphenated name for botulism toxin. You can spend thousands of dollars in a pretty short period of time to achieve results that may or may not be what you hoped for.

But one of the most wonderful skin care treatments is easily available to everyone, has side benefits that affects not just your rosy glow but your whole body, and is utterly painless to use. It’s called water, and you drink it.

Not coffee. I know, coffee has water. It also has an abundance of interesting chemicals including caffeine, which raises your heartbeat, exaggerates stress on the body and causes diuresis, or loss of hydration. All these things combine to make for ravaged, hag-like skin, which if that’s what you’re aiming for, is just fine. But those of us who want to hold off hagdom as long as possible have to face the facts: that cappuccino may taste good, but it’s going to increase under eye circles, make your kidneys work harder than they should, and can result in breakouts, flushing and blotchy skin.

The facts are these. Not Pepsi, not beer, not juice, not even tea can replace the magical, rejuvenating effects of that old classic, H2O.