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BEAUTY GUIDE

2017

Tips for make up and skin care EDITORS’ NOTES ‘Make up and skin care’ is generally regarded as women’s forte. Men seldom indulge in ‘Make up and skin care’. Many men do care for their skin but make up is really alien to most men. Treating make up and skin care as different topics wouldn’t make sense; after all, make up will work only if the skin is healthy. So how do you exercise make up and skin care, together? Here are some tips for make up and skin care: * Always have skin care on mind, whether you are buying products for make up or actually applying them onto your skin after you have bought them. So what you are buying is a ‘make up and skin care’ product, not just a make up product. Check the ingredients to see if it contains things that you might be allergic to. Also check if it contains high concentration chemicals that can harm your skin. * ‘Make up and skin care’ is also about testing the products before using them. So, apply the make up on a small patch of skin e.g. earlobes and check how your skin reacts to it. * Keep track of expiry date on your make up products and never use them beyond the expiry date. In fact some products (e.g. vitamin C based products), if not stored properly, get spoilt much earlier than the expiry date.

* Cleanliness is an important part of make up and skin care procedure.

Sharpen your eye-liners regularly and keep all your makeup equipment clean at all times. You might fix a date, each month, for overhauling of your equipment. As part of cleanliness, your make up and skin care procedure should also include keeping your hair clean at all times.

based make up. Consult your dermatologist if you are not sure about the make up products that you can use while you have acne or other skin disorder. Never try to squeeze pimples/ acne. Remember that make up and skin care should not conflict each other.

* Nail care is another important aspect of make up and skin care. Use a good quality nail polish and always keep your nails clean. Once you are done with cleaning and polishing your nails, you should rub in cuticle oil at the edges of the nail.

* Another important ‘make up and skin care’ procedure is the following golden rule: “Never sleep with your make up on”

* If you have deep-set eyes, you should use a liquid eye liner instead of a pencil one. This will prevent smudging at the deep edges of your eye-lid. * If you have a skin disorder e.g. acne, you should not apply heavy or chemical

* Use a mild make up remover (instead of just washing it away).

* While applying a deodorant, make sure that you maintain the recommended distance between the nozzle and your skin (as mentioned on the deodorant pack).

So, make up and skin care should always go hand in hand. Do not try to treat make up and skin care differently.

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Here’s To Healthy And Beautiful Nails!

We take immense care of our face, pampering it with luxurious creams and lotions. However, there is one important part of our body that most of us have neglected to take care of - our nails. Small as they may be, your nails often play the crucial role of entry impression when you shake hands with a person for the first time. Impeccable dressing, great skin but shabby looking nails hardly form a complete picture of a well-groomed person. Perhaps it is time for you to start thinking about looking after your nails and grooming them as you would do to your face!

There is no substitute for a healthy diet as you are what you eat. Radiant health shows not only in the rosy glow of your skin and the healthy bounce of your hair, but also in the vitality of your nails. When the balance of health is disrupted, the first signs actually appear on your nails.

Have a look at your nails. Are they discolored, brittle or jagged around the edges? If they are, you just may not be getting the right nutrients into your body despite eating well and consuming supplements.

Here are a few tips that will help you have great nails and good health.

* Ensure a healthy daily intake of calcium, protein and zinc. White bands and spots on your nails are a clear indication that these elements are lacking in your system. They also tend to make your nails look diseased, so do include these basic nutrients to add a glossy sheen to your nails. * Consider including royal jelly, spirulina and kelp in your intake. These supplements are rich in silica, zinc and vitamin B, which help nails grow strong and healthy. * Do not forget to include protein, folic acid and the all-essential vitamin C in your dietary intake because a depletion of any one of these nutrients can cause very painful episodes of hangnails – the annoying, little triangular splits of skin around the fingernails. * Curved and darkish looking nails can be avoided by ensuring a sufficient amount of vitamin B12 in your system, while reddish-looking skin around your cuticles may indicate that something is not quite on par as far as your metabolism rate is concerned. <b>Facts To Remember</b>

<b>Nail Nutrition 101</b>

You can tremendously improve the health of your nails by remembering that the greatest foes of healthy nails are harsh detergents and water.

* Water, the essence of life, is a must in your diet. Consuming enough water and other liquids is vital if you want to avoid chips and cracks in your nails. Fresh carrot juice is excellent for strengthening nails, as it is rich in both calcium and phosphorous.

This deadly combination actually causes stress upon nail fibres, which eventually lead to split or brittle nails. The best thing you can do – and do religiously – is to don a pair of rubber gloves while you clean or do the dishes.

* Broccoli, onions, soy and papaya are rich in sulphur, biotin and silicon – essential in nail-building materials. Do eat more servings of vegetables and fruits at meal times as this boosts your intake of vitamins, minerals and enzymes, which will keep shabby looking nails at bay.

You should also know that filing the corner of your nails is a big no-no. This will weaken the nails and they will break more easily as a result. So if your manicurist insists that the latest trend requires you to file those corners, then it’s about time you change your nail care attendant.

Exfoliation Is The Foundation To Radiant Skin There are many types of exfoliants for skin care. It is a method used to remove the dead skin cells to improve the quality and appearance. As the skin cells are renewed the old skin cells harden and lose moisture building up on the surface of the skin creating a dull and dry appearance. Pores become clogged.

Exfoliation removes the dead cells to stimulate the renewal of healthy skin cells creating a fresher, younger, and smoother skin.

Physical exfoliants are used with friction to remove the dead skin cells. With at brush or a gentle abrasive to scrub the skinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surface. The products are designed for different skin types.

Chemical exfoliants remove the dead skin cells using Alpha/Beta Hydroxy acids, glycolic acid, retinol, and enzymes to smooth the skin by dissolving the intercellur that acts as a glue to attach the skin cells to the surface. Estheticians perform professional facials in six week treatments for the best and safest results with chemical exfoliants. Enzymatic and hydroxyl acids are commonly used for home procedures since they are safe and effective for home use. Glycolic acid was first used in cosmetic applications and is still used in most skin care products.

Maturing and aging skin has a slower process of skin cell renewal. As people age, the renewal process becomes difficult with the slower natural removal of the skin cells causing dull, thick, dehydrated skin with less tone and firmness. In youth, the skin cell renewal is

25-30 days as with maturity is can take up to 90 days. Removing the dead dry cells assists the appearance of the skin by hydrating, firming, and smoothing the skin. Exfoliations is effective on pre-maturing aging and mature skin since it stimulates the cell renewal faster than with the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural functions.

Dry and dehydrated skin lacks moisture leaving the skin feeling tight and stretched. Many people tend to over moisturize that only leaves the old skin cells slicked to the surface appearing dull with uneven skin tones. Exfoliation removes the dead cells and moisturizes/ hydrating the skin as needed. The skin care products help to reach deeper into the skin to help ease the dry dehydrated skin without having to apply heavy cream for moisturizing.

Oily and problematic acne ski have five times more dead cells than other skin types. The combination dead skin cells clog the hair follicle contributing to acne. Exfoliation helps to remove the dead skin cells removing the pore clogging cells leading to a clearer, cleaner, freshen skin surface and complexion.

Sun damaged and hyperpigmented skin which are caused by sun damage or hormonal changes increase in melanin which causes dark spots or patches on the skin. Exfoliation helps to remove the darkened cells leading to a faster rate of skin cell renewal as well as being more effective to prepare the skin for treatment of products that lead to lighter skin reducing the melanin production.

Sexy Hosiery Sexy hosiery has been around for a long time. There is nothing more seductive than a black garter belt and thigh highs. Wearing a sexy pair of stockings can make a woman feel sensual no matter what she is wearing them under. A pretty pair of panty hose can add glamour to any outfit.

A black garter belt is a tasty treat for any paramour. Adding a pair of thigh high fishnets will turn that tempting treat into a full course meal of dishy sultry fun.

Fine lingerie has always been a provocative way to entice any love interest into your boudoir.

Sparks will fly when you snap a sheer pair of thigh highs to a matching garter belt. It is amazing how easy it is to create some sexy chemistry with intimate apparel.

The ambience will turn steamy simply by adding some silk stockings. Creating some passion is always worth a little extra effort. Just by slipping on some panty hose you can delight any recipient of your amorous advances.

Never will there be a dull moment when a pair of thigh highs is concerned. You will find that by adding some sexy hosiery to your love encounters your amorous adventures will reach new dimen-

sions. Bringing some adventure into a romantic liaison is never a bad thing. Why let it simmer, when you can make it sizzle with a lacy garter belt to take things up a notch.

Sometimes its all in the details.

Just knowing your wearing sexy hosiery can arouse your desires and set the stage for some unforgettable evenings. A bit of intimate wear may be just the answer you are looking for to bring out the deeply sensual creature inside.

Your sexy self may just need a bit of coaxing and hot little naughty garter belt is sure to do the trick.

There is no reason to be shy when it comes to pleasing yourself and your lover. Sexy lingerie provides endless options for any women to keep her sex life a perpetual honeymoon. In the game of sexual attraction, a smart women knows that although nude is nice, not so nude is even nicer. Sexy hosiery is right up there with cupids bow in the love arsenal.

A women who will slide on a pair of slinky stockings, or pose in a pair of sheer pantyhose and nothing else, is the same women who knows the seductive secret of sexy hosiery.

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Cleansing the Body: 3 Detoxification Steps

Cleansing the body is a very important matter to a lot of people. Not only does cleansing the body help anyone who does so in the long run, but it is also a good idea to complete a body detoxification in order for all of the toxins and wastes in your body to leave so that you'll be left with a healthy system. Even though many people speak of detoxification as though it were really difficult to do, the opposite is true. If you break the body and system detoxification down into 3 simple steps one is able to realize just how easy and exciting this process can be.

fresh greens that are also juiced and pureed.

These are all ingredients that one should be digesting during a body detoxification and one is supposed to consume everything on this list for a period of 24 hours. Some of the suggested meals that one is able to eat during this time include: blended and juiced vegetables, like celery, cucumbers, kale, parsley, wheat grass, barley, and spinach. All of these ingredients can be put into a blender in order to make a raw juice which you should drink at least three times during the detoxification.

The First Step: Preparation

Another thing that one should consume during their detoxification is vegetable soup that has plenty of garlic and green vegetables. This is the only type of soup which should be consumed because vegetable broth is the most beneficial to the system.

Even though preparing for a body detoxification may not seem necessary, preparing for anything absolutely is. Consider: no one would usually skydive or bungee jump without mentally and/or physically preparing. The detoxification cleansing steps are absolutely the same and those who need a clean system need to prepare before they are able to complete a full, healthy body detox.

One of the ways in which you are able to completely prepare yourself is to perform yoga steps several days before the detoxification actually begins. This will not only help clear your mind, but it will benefit your body as well. Of course, there are plenty of other preparation steps that can be done, but yoga is the most beneficial.

The Second Step: Detoxification This second step is the actual system of detoxification and cleansing your body. This step alone is usually supposed to contain oils like flax seed, olive oil, and primrose, as well as raw soups and

The Third Step: Finishing Up Many people call the third step the "exit" of the detoxification cleanses, however, does one ever really leave detoxification? However, the rest of the detox system simply calls upon the person to ease themselves away from the raw and pureed juices, the raw soups, as well as the essential oils. This step is supposed to be completed in a series of three days in order to be the most beneficial to the cleanse, however, some people shorten it as well.

All of these steps are vital and important to clearing out your body's systems by flushing everything toxic out of your body. A detoxification cleanse is something that is called upon regularly by a lot of people, and it is usually certain to help everything in the body!

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Top Romantic Ideas for Couples

Don't waste another second stressing over what you need to do and where you need to go on a date. We've compiled a list of sure fire winners.

1) Prior to a date...stake out a nice secluded location near a park, beach, lake, rose garden, or "special place"... and leave a single stem rose along with a letter telling your sweetie how much they mean to you. After you're done with dinner, take your date to the special place where the rose and letter are.

Let them stumble upon it.

2) Take your sweetie back to where the two of you first met or had your first kiss. Take along a video camera and interview them about that first day.

3) Take a trip to the beach or lake and have a picnic by the water. Afterwards, take a long walk along the shore. When the sun starts to set...throw down a blanket and watch it as you're sitting side by side.

4) Tell your sweetie that you've planned a surprise date. Instruct them to show up at your house dressed to impress at a certain time.

Greet them at the door in your classiest outfit. Have food from their favorite restaurant (order takeout) on the dining room table. Have your living room set up as a dance floor with candles all around. Have your favorite love songs playing in the background.

5) Pretend you're an old married couple. Go to the grocery store together and buy ingredients for the full course meal the two of you are going to make.

After dinner, you guys can snuggle up on the couch and watch rented movies.

6) A treasure hunt with you as the treasure. Tell your sweetie to meet you at a pre-arranged location (but don't tell them what they're about to do). When they get there...have a letter or note waiting for them that explains the treasure hunt. Give them directions that lead to the next clue. Do this about 4-5 times. Leave lollipops and chocolate kisses and gifts at each location.

When they finally get to you, be waiting with a rose. After this...take them out to dinner or lunch at their favorite restaurant.

7) Make a photo album of yourselves.

Get all decked out in your best clothes and go to your town's landmarks and have passersby take your picture. Get the film developed in double exposures at a one hour photolab. Take the pictures and make his and hers photo albums.

8) Drive-in movie. Though they're hard to find...track one down.

9) Pretend you're a savvy swinging couple. Get dressed up: her in a dress.... him in a coat and tie. Have dinner at a posh or fancy restaurant. Afterwards, go for a romantic walk in a local rose garden.

Is Relax With Green Tea Weight Loss Understanding green tea weight loss secrets can help you to begin and maintain a healthier lifestyle that is conducive to getting your body in the shape you want it to be. Whether you lead a jetsetter lifestyle or are a stay-at-home mom, you can benefit from having a green tea weight loss program to help you get fit.

Due to the rage of green tea in many countries, there are now lots of green tea weight loss programs that are all claimed to have been discovered by scientists and researchers over the years.

Because of the increased interest in such items, when you are searching for a green tea weight loss product, when it sounds too good to be true, it probably isn’t. Don’t fall for cons and scams.

Deciding to establish a diet regimen based on the rewards of green tea weight loss doesn’t have to be an ordeal but careful planning and consideration should be given to selecting the type green tea product you want to use.

There are many different forms of green tea on the market, many of which are not the genuine article. Don’t fall for impostors that claim to be green tea but actually only have a small percentage of green tea extract listed as a fourth or fifth ingredient on the list.

Some green tea weight loss products can be purchased over the Internet.

This is a great way to not only research the various green tea products that are available, but it eliminates the need to

travel to the store to buy them. As a rule, however, you should avoid trying products just because they offer a free sample. The something for nothing concept is usually an auto ship program that signs you up to pay regular charges for automatic refills of a product that may or may not work for you.

When you find a green tea weight loss product or program that you are interested in and would like to try, it is a good idea to check with your physician before starting any new diet. This is particularly important and true if you have preexisting medical conditions and are taking any other medications that may react to the addition of green tea to your diet. Once you’re cleared by your doctor, you’re ready to begin experiencing some of the great green tea weight loss that are said to have helped make green tea the rage that currently is in many countries around the world.

Remember, not all green tea weight loss programs and products are created equal. When the truth is told, there are many lookalike products and even some pseudo green tea weight loss pills and drinks that make the claim but substantiate nothing. So whether you are searching for green tea weight loss plan or dietary supplement for the short or long term, make sure you are selecting authentic green tea items. Your success may very well depend on the effectiveness of the real thing.

Is Your Bra Hazardous To Your Health?

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found in women, and this year alone 192,000 new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. It eventually strikes one out of every eight American women. Breast cancer also causes more deaths than any other form of cancer in women under age 55.

As women, we all fear breast cancer. It is the one disease that sends chills down our spines and puts a knot in our stomachs. I am not about to go over all the reasons why women get breast cancer or who is or isn't a high risk factor. I will leave that subject to those who are far more qualified than I, however, there is one factor that affects your breast health and that is the fit of your bra.

Right now, as you read this, 80% of all the women in America are wearing the wrong size bra. Most of them are uncomfortable and most of them are too small. Your breast is all about circulation and the flow of lymph.

If you want healthy breasts, follow a regular care program, including a monthly self exam, routine visits with your doctor, and a mammogram when recommended for your age and family history, Most importantly, wear a bra that fits you.

borhood lingerie shops. You never bought a bra without their expertise.

They had such a trained eye that the minute any woman walked in the door they knew what size she was. They would take one look and say, "34C". It was like radar, they just knew from afar, and when they measured you, they were almost always right.

Today there is a more modern version of these women called lingerie fitters. They are in local shops (if your town is lucky to have one), or work in major department stores in the lingerie department. So your first step to finding the right bra is to go see one of these gals. They will take your measurements, first under your rib cage and all around your back and then across your breast. One tells what your bra size is (34, 36, 38 etc.) and the other tells your cup size (A, B, C, D etc.) Now that you know this they will usually recommend a style for your body type based on your needs. During your session, tell this person all about your basic wardrobe. Are you looking for a bra to wear under a tee shirt or a knit, one for sports or the gym, or a special occasion look? Or do you need to establish a basic bra wardrobe?

Believe me, one hour spent with one of these experts will not only save you money in the long run (by avoiding having a drawer full of ill-fitting bras you can no longer wear), but you will be saved the daily agonies of wearing bras that hurt, are too tight, dig into your shoulders or This process is very simple but requires the are just plain torture!

A tight, binding, constricting, and ill fitting bra is bad for you and can cause major discomfort as well as retarding the circulation in and around your breast. So what can you do to change that? Find a bra that fits you perfectly.

help of an "expert". When I was growing up in Brooklyn, New York, my mother use to call them the "brassier ladiesâ&#x20AC;?. They were mostly European born and had worked in corset shops in Europe as fitters or seamstresses.

This noble group of women worked in neigh-

Once you have established your size and needs, then follow these simple suggestions for a long and comfy relationship with your bras.

HOW TO PUT ON A BRA Bend forward, put the bra on, and fasten.

Unless there is a brand and style there that you wear, pulling one off the rack because it is marked down is no bargain. Chances are it will have a long and happy life in your lingerie drawer.

Look at the fit and make sure that the cup holds all of your breast. If you are spilling out, it is too Do buy an under wire style if you are full breastsmall. If you have "overhang" it is too small. ed and need firmer support.

Next, take your right hand and smooth the skin Do buy a minimizer if you want to have a large of the left breast into the cup. Do the same on breast appear smaller. the other side.

Do try one of the new soft cup bras that ofStand up straight and see how the straps fit and fer construction for a smaller breast. (Soft cup feel. They should be comfortable without feeling means sans under wire.) like a vice. Adjust as needed until perfect.

Do throw away any and all bras that hurt you Now, look straight ahead into a mirror and make or are uncomfortable, no matter how much you certain that each nipple is in the CENTER of paid for them. each cup.

Important points to remember Adjust the back of the bra so it lies smoothly be- Ask a salesperson to measure you but let your tween your shoulder blades. eye and your body be the ultimate test. A bra shouldn't ride up, dig into your back, or slip off Take a deep breathe, how does it feel? your shoulders.

A word about brand names. Not every manufacturer cuts the same way, that is true of bras as well as clothes. You might be a size 34C in one brand but a 34D in another. And there may be some brands you can't wear at all.

BRA DO's & DON'TS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Do get measured again every time you lose or gain weight, after a pregnancy, or if you are on hormone replacement therapy.

When trying on a bra in a store, take several, in various sizes, into the fitting room. The difference between a 34 and 36 might be one hook.

For the best fit, your bra should be fastened with the middle hook.

Reevaluate your bra wardrobe at the beginning of every season.

If you find a bra that you love, by all means buy more than one.

Don't ever buy a bar without trying it on and stay away from the sale rack.

Never put a bra in the dryer.

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Shape Great Looking Eyebrows With Tweezers Tweezing is the most inexpensive way to remove unwanted hair. A pair of Tweezers will cost between two to five dollars, but the effect of a well shaped eyebrow through tweezing can be very astounding. Your eyebrow’s shape should go along with your brow bone’s natural line. The arch should come out to be the highest at the pupil’s outer corner. To know exactly where the brow should start, align a pencil straight up from the inner corner of the eye. To know where it exactly should it end, a pencil, held diagonally from the outer corner of the eye to the brow bone can help. The very first time you pluck your eyebrows, it could be painful. But after two or three sessions, you feel almost nothing. Eyebrows shape should have an arch. Ideally, it should be over the iris of the eye. Be careful not to overdo it; it should come out natural and conforms with your eye.

1. How To Pluck Eyebrows: - Look and study your brows in the mirror.

- Pluck when your pores are open. Do your eyebrows immediately after a shower, or apply warm compress to your brow area to open up the pores. This will help in minimizing the pain that plucking can create.

- Apply a baby’s teething pain preparation. If you are plucking your eyebrows for the first time, it will be helpful to apply a baby’s teething gel, to numb the are so you can pluck with comfort.

- Be certain that there is enough natural light available in the room.

- Use a pair of tweezers that you can handle easily. Test that it can grip the hairs well, so it can pull the hair from the roots well, without slipping every time you pluck.

- Soften the hairs with a skin conditioner or moisturizer, so hairs can slide out easily.

- Brush the brows upward so you can see your natural arch and shape your brows from there.

- From time to time, stand back, take a few steps away from the mirror and examine your brows.

- Be conscious always of your eye’s natural shape. Don’t make a super arch if that is not naturally you. It will be very obvious and will give you a funny look. Make the arch as natural as possible.

- With an eye pencil, draw first the desired shape of your eyebrows before you start plucking.

- Focus your plucking on the stray hairs first. These are usually finer and will not be as painful to pluck. Also, they

won’t give as much attention, in case you make a mistake.

- Note that you should only pluck the hairs at the bottom side of your brow. Never pluck the hairs at the top.

- First tweeze under the brow and pluck in the direction of the growth of the hair.

- Be sure to pull hair one at a time and close to the root.

- With your thumb and first finger, stretch the skin area tightly so you avoid pinching the skin, which can be painful.

- Comb the brows upward, using your eyelash comb, and trim off any hair extending beyond the brow bone.

- When finished, pat with tea bags to soothe the area.

2. Don'ts Of Eyebrow Plucking!

- Don’t pluck after you have applied lotion to your face.

Plucking will open up your pores; lotion may instantly go in the skin and can contaminate it.

- Don’t use electric tweezers. It can be very dangerous.

- Don’t use tweezers for pulling out nose hairs.

- Don’t use alcohol after plucking, as this can irritate the eyes.

- Don’t dye your eyebrows, not only that it can cause severe eye irritation, it could also look bad.

- Don’t soak your tweezers in detergents or in plain water.

3. Tweezer Care: - Always disinfect it with alcohol before and after each use.

- Always place a cap to protect the tips of your tweezers.

- Be careful not to drop the tweezers as this can dull and miss align the tip.

4. Choosing Tweezers:

When just starting, it will be wise to buy at least four tweezers of different materials, such as stainless steel, copper or plastic coated, so that you will know which ones will quickly tarnish. Stainless steel also do come in different grades. Note that the price of the tweezers does not affect its quality. Both expensive and affordable ones, performance wise, may have the same grip and the same tip that can function well. However, those with high quality materials will cost more, such as a high grade stainless steel.

Pay attention to the tip of the tweezers; it should have a wide surface so that it can grip well. Test it to make sure it does the job. Whatever size of tweezers you choose, long, short, wide or narrow, it really depends on your own preference, on which tweezers you can handle best.

Hair Removal

From Razor To Laser Looking to remove some of those unsightly hairs form certain regions of your body? There are several options, each with its advantages and disadvantages.

Hair removal used to be the sole territory of women (North American women, at that!) but such is the case no longer. Men are getting hair removed in ever greater numbers, and for most of the population that is a good thing. The question for both men and women who wan to have hair removed is; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What treatment should I go for?â&#x20AC;?

There are a few options, including the traditional razor, waxing, and a relatively new technique, laser hair removal.

The razor, of course, is tried, true, convenient, and cheap. However, if you remove that hair with a razor, be prepared for a lot of repeats. This can cause skin irritation and roughness. Also, using a razor on some of body parts is virtually impossible- men who want to shave their backs are going to be pretty much out of luck.

One alternative to the razor is waxing. Waxing is more expensive than using a razor, but it also lasts much longer. Waxing is also a better option for areas with a large amount of hair, and it even cuts down on some work. Waxing can also be done with more precision

that using a razor, which is great for a nicely sculpted look.

The drawback to waxing, of course, is that it hurts. Make no mistake, you are ripping the hairs out be the root, and there is pain involved. Many people brave the pain, though, and are rewarded with a long term, beautifully sculpted hairless area. If the thought of waxing makes you want to run away screaming, there is another option.

Lasers are the latest rage in all sorts of cosmetic procedures, and hair removal is just one. Removing unwanted hair with lasers is painless, and as with waxing the effects are long term. Some people believe laser hair removal is permanent, but in fact it takes several treatments before the hair stops growing altogether. The downside to laser hair removal, of course, is the price. It is a very expensive procedure. Utilizing laser hair removal in just the bikini area can run upwards of $1,000. The cost of just one section of leg can be as high as $2,500!

Like a lot of areas in life, ease comes expensively. The more you are willing to spend, the more convenient the hair removal you may purchase. If you go the expensive route, make sure to shop around before signing the credit card bill!

Healthy Hair: Beauty

Secrets From The Pros For most women and some men primping and preening their hair is a daily Olympic event that may or may not win them any medals for the way they look. In fact from bed head to hat head, most of us tress obsessed are prone to bad hair... probably because most of us suffer from bad hair hygiene.

dryer downward. And, they suggest treating damp hair with a heat-protectant spray prior to drying.

Want healthier, shinier, sexier hair? Don't despair, instead, "do what you're told, and not what you do":

3. Let It Breath: While many de-frizz or anti-frizz silicone based products help keep strands smooth and sexy, experts suggest applying them AFTER heat styling (for best results). Otherwise, they note they can have a "shrink wrap" effect, depleting your mane of moisture.

Shower Power: 1. Go Au Natural: Most store bought shampoos contain astringent cleaners, which can be damaging to hair, note professionals. However, using products made from natural ingredients are less likely to rob your locks of essential oils and nutrients.

2. Get Familiar With Product Protocol: Make your product work for you. According to experts, the best benefits are achieved by emulsifying shampoo or conditioner in your hands, prior to applying. Massage into roots, crown, then lastly, down sides of shaft (hair shaft, that is).

3.Less Is More: While washing hair daily may make you feel like it's squeaky clean, but in reality, daily cleaning can be damaging and drying. Instead wash hair every other day or two to three times per week. On "off days", rinse with water and apply conditioner as needed, mainly at the ends.

4. Go Deep: Heat and color treated tresses need to be deep conditioned at least once a week. If hair is extremely damaged, experts recommend a concentrated hair mask in place of daily conditioner (for use from midshaft down).

Styling Suggestions: 1. Avoid Burnout: Many modern dryers are efficient at speeding up the drying process, but experts note that they were designed to be held high above the hair (preferable by a stylist) and to be circulated around a lot, so as to avoid overheating and damage. To avoid dryer burnout, experts recommend removing the nozzle and point your

2. Go With The Flow (Of Your Hair): Use fingers when styling your hair until it is about 80 percent dry, then pull out the brush. And, don't try to fight its natural tendencies.

4. Brush Up On The Type Of Brush Your Using: According to experts, the best brushes are those with natural (boar) bristles, because they disperse your scalp's natural oils and keep them well greased.

Feeding Your Follicles: 1. Nourish Your Roots With An Adequate Diet: The best follicle fuel is found in omega-3 fatty acids, according to the experts. So, dive into some cold-water fish such as salmon and tuna and don't forget the protein (found in nuts and cheese).

Salon Suggestions: 1. Time Your Touch-Ups: Frequent color touch-ups according to the experts, can be beneficial in not only covering up the damage time has done, but also in preventing chemical damage, especially since keeping up with color means only roots will need a quick fix and stylists won't have to leave color on that long.

2. Protect Yourself (from color-fade): Professionals suggest ensuring color lasts by refraining from shampooing for 72 hours, using only color safe products. However, if you need a shower to style your hair only wet your hair and apply conditioner.

Salon Secrets: A quick fix for frayed ends is simply applying a leave in treatment then giving them a blast of "fresh" air with a dryer.

The Best Natural Beauty Recipes There are a number of natural beauty recipes you can make at home. You do not have to pay for commercial cosmetic products to look your best. In fact, many times the natural solution is healthier and more effective than the chemical-laden makeups you will find at the store.

you need is a cup of sea salt and a handful of whatever herbs you have on hand, such as lavender, rosemary, spearmint, or peppermint.

Grind the herbs with a coffee grinder until they become a fine powder. Mix with the sea salt and dump into your next bath for a relaxing change of pace.

Here is a great papaya enzyme facial mask that is one of the more popular natural beauty recipes. You will need the following ingredients: 1/2 cup mashed papaya, 1 whipped egg white, and 1 teaspoon of honey. For additional cooling or if you have sensitive skin, add a tablespoon of plain yogurt to your mixture.

A similar natural beauty recipe is this refreshing flower-based foot soak. For this one, you again need sea salt, along with some fresh sliced citrus of your choice (limes, lemons, oranges, etc.) and a handful of flower petals picked fresh from your garden. Fill a small basin with lukewarm water and add the salt, flower petals, and fruit slices. Soak your feet in the mixture for ten minutes, then rinse and pat to dry.

Mix all of your ingredients together in a large bowl. Wash your skin before applying the facial mask mixture. Leave the mask on your face for approximately five to eight minutes, giving the papaya enzymes time to exfoliate your skin. Rinse off with warm water first, then with cooler water, patting dry when done.

For hair, this herbal vinegar rinse will restore your hair's natural pH balance, clean off built up dirt and hair products, and reduce oily hair. Place 2 sprigs of rosemary and 2 sprigs of lavender in 2 cups of water in a clear glass jar. Let the jar sit out in the sun to steep for between two and four hours, then remove the herbs. Add one or two tablespoons of either apple cider vinegar or white vinegar to your water solution, then use the same way you would use shampoo.

Herbal bath salts are another of the top natural beauty recipes you can make at home. All

This strawberry manicure mask is a great way to pamper your hands naturally. Mash 3-5 ripe strawberries, drain off the juice, and combine with one tablespoon of sugar and a little bit of the light oil of your choice. Apply the resulting mixture to your hands by using a circular motion. This will condition and exfoliate the skin, leaving it soft and smooth.

During watermelon season, this pedicure polish is good for your feet and gives your home a nice aroma of summer. Combine 1/2 cup of mashed and strained watermelon with one tablespoon finely crushed almonds and 1/4 cup of plain yogurt. Apply the mixture by working it in with your hands in a circular motion. Use a tissue to remove, then rinse and pat dry to enjoy this one of our natural beauty recipes.

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Color Your Way to Daily Health It’s important that we eat plenty of different fruits and vegetables every day. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are important for good health. Most fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories and are filling.

You’ve probably heard about the 5 A Day for Better Health program. It provides easy ways to add more fruits and vegetables into your daily eating patterns. It’s vital that we eat a wide variety of colorful orange/yellow, red, green, white, and blue/purple vegetables and fruit every day. By eating vegetables and fruit from each color group, you will benefit from the essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that each color group has to offer alone and in combination.

There’s several different yet simple ways to start incorporating vegetables and fruit into your familiar and favorite meals. You can be-

gin your day with 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice, slice bananas or strawberries on top of your cereal, or have a salad with lunch and an apple for an afternoon snack. Include a vegetable with dinner and you already have about 5 cups of fruits and vegetables. You may even try adding a piece of fruit for a snack or an extra vegetable at dinner.

Don’t be afraid to try something new to increase your vegetable and fruit intake. There are so many choices when selecting fruits and vegetables. Kiwifruit, asparagus, and mango may become your new favorite. Keep things fresh and interesting by combining fruits and vegetables of different flavors and colors, like red grapes with pineapple chunks, or cucumbers and red peppers.

Get in the habit of keeping fruits and vegetables visible and easily accessible – you’ll tend to eat them more. Store cut and cleaned produce at eye-level in the refrigerator, or keep a big colorful bowl of fruit on the table.

There are many potent methods in the field of stress medication. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all too easy to feel that you need to reach for the pharmaceutical cupboard when stress hits causing headaches and fatigue. In fact, the better stress relief methods stem from meditation, relaxation and social activities. That said, if you wish to compliment your efforts to reduce stress with a supplement, there is one that does not require you to spend all your money on expensive drugs.

The best medication to relieve stress is Vitamin C. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a prescription to get your hands on vitamin C. If stress is affecting you adversely, I would advise consulting a doctor. Though, here are some ways to consume the vital body requirements daily. Vitamin C has been proven to be effective at combating

stress disorders. It has latent benefits too like preventing colds. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also been rumored to help fight cancer.

Vitamin C reduces both the physical and the psychological effects bestowed on people when stress attacks. Those whom consume vitamin C regularly do not exhibit the signs of mental stress so easily when subjected to challenges each day. Additionally, those people find themselves able to recover from any stressful encounter much more quickly than people whom consume very little vitamin

C.

How can you be sure of your needed Vitamin C intake as part of your daily medication to relieve stress? Add these to your diet:

Vitamin C Is The Best Medication To Relieve Stress

1. Uncooked vegetables such as broccoli, sprouts, tomatoes and parsley, spinach.

2. Fresh fruits such as strawberries, bananas, apples.

3. Red and Green peppers.

4. One glass of orange juice with breakfast.

5. Raw fish foods.

6. Almonds and walnuts.

7. Whole wheat.

The other scientific fact on Vitamin C’s effect on stress is related to its effect on hormones.

Stress produces a hormone called Cortisol released by our adrenal glands. This sends the stressed effects through the body; since the body and mind are in unison, soon the mind is affected too. The hormone is triggered by a reaction to an event that can cause stress such as a sense of worry or danger.

There are many herbal remedies available that you can ask your doctor about though Vitamin C remains as the best medication to relieve stress. It’s important to recognize the early stages of stress so that you tackle it before it begins to degrade your health. Recognize very quickly any signs of depression and anxiety. Believe me, these issues can escalate into serious mental health problems.

Don’t be susceptible to it, ensure you take care of your body and mind.

7 Simplest Remedies To Relieve Stress There are numerous methods involved in the reduction of stress. For this article, I shall look at the simpler ones. Yoga, Tai Chi and sport may not be something you are accustomed to doing each day. Other than exercise and hitting the pharmaceutical cupboard, there are even simpler remedies to relieve stress. Here is a checklist of items to action each day.

1.Early to bed, early to rise. The expression fits well into a balanced day though its more about the controlled sleeping patterns. It’s not a good thing to have only a few hours of sleep each night. Have a good night’s sleep; 7 hours each night fits well into a stress relieving pattern.

2.Don’t drink vast amounts of caffeine as this disrupts your daily balance. If you are prone to drinking too much caffeine, try cutting down and fit some decaffeinated coffee and tea into your day. Yes, caffeine gives you a burst of energy to enable you to feel more alert but the effect is short.

3.Eat lots of fruit, get the needed daily vitamins. Apples and bananas are very healthy supplements as part of your daily food intake. Bananas are not fattening and apples help the immune system. Don’t eat too much processed food; concentrate on drinking and eating the required vitamins.

4.Salt raises your blood pressure, so keep an eye on salty foods being consumed. Higher

blood pressure will contribute to your stress levels and is a killer.

5.Look back over the past week at the positive aspects that made you feel good. Did something occur that attracted an experience of joy and laughter? Send some time focusing on that moment as it will allow you to attract good feelings into your mind and smother any negative impact from the day.

6.If you must reach for pharmaceuticals, try some antioxidants. Speak to your local pharmacist initially about remedies to relieve stress. There are various remedies that protect you from heart disease and lower your blood pressure.

7.Afternoon naps can help. If you work from home, or are on the road a lot, find times in the day to relax this way. This is particularly effective if you tend to work irregular hours.

This will make you feel more rested and generally more willing to face the day ahead.

Enforce these remedies to relieve stress each day to keep a healthy body and mind. Set a time that is convenient to perform the tasks, and stick to a schedule that works around your other daily commitments.

Don’t let stress control you; it can only do that if you allow that to happen.

Benefits and Effectiveness Of Shea Butter Shea butter, also known as karate butter, is a fatty substance made out of nuts from the karate nut tree grown in West and Central Africa.

They grow in the wild and take fifty years to mature with a life expectancy of 300 years. The benefits of the butter from the nuts are just now being realized for health and beauty.

Karate butter helps diminish wrinkles by moisturizing the skin and promotes cell renewal and increases circulation in the skin. It contains cinnamic acid which is a substance helping to protect the skin from harmful UV rays. It heals burns, sores, scars, dermatitis, dandruff, stretch marks, and psoriasis. It protects the skin from environmental and free radical damages. It has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties and contains Vitamins E, F, and A. The Vitamin F in Shea butter helps to protect the skin from harmful exposure to the elements.

It has linoleic, linolenic and arachidonic acids, the three essential fatty acids.

This butter is extremely effective in moisturizing since it contains many fatty acids the skin needs to retain moisture and elasticity. The high fatty content makes Shea butter a terrific additive in shampoos, soaps,

anti-aging creams, cosmetics, massage oils, and lotions. The composition of Shea butter allows it to melt easily into the skin.

Shea butter is in many products used for various uses. It has become a world renowned product used to help keep the skin in youthful condition as well as repair damage to the skin and the skin cells.

Pregnant woman use it to help fight against stretch marks and the scarring of prior stretch marks. It helps heal the damages of the scarring to make the scars become invisible. The fatty acids in Shea butter make the skin softer and more subtle allowing the skin stretch with the growing of the pregnancy.

The medical world has discovered the benefits of Shea butter and the effects it has on skin in any condition. It replenishes lifelong damage to help the skin regain its youthful appearance and texture.

The cosmetic world has begun using the butter as ingredients in their products which have taken the world by storm. The benefits of the added ingredients have changed the aging effects of many women in their cosmetics and facial products.

How To Look Years Younger Although California has an outstanding reputation for fine white wines, don’t overlook some of it’s red wine offerings. The climate, soil conditions and proximity to water make much of California highly suitable to growing wine grapes.

There are three very nice red wines that are produced in California that you should consider when giving a gift of California wine.

Merlot is a thin-skinned red grape that originated in Italy in the early 19th century. California has dedicated well over 50,000 acres to growing the Merlot grape varietal. For many years, Merlots were primarily used as a blending wine but the proper vintage can be enjoyable on it’s own.

Some of the highest quality Merlot grapes are grown in California, mainly in the Sonoma and Napa Valley wine regions. The excellent soil conditions in those areas help to produce Merlots that are delicious stand alone wines. The variety in soils can produce Merlots that range from a smooth, velvety wine to wines that are more similar in composition to Cabernet Sauvignon.

Merlots are low in tannin which creates a smooth, easy-to-drink wine that has a low acidity level. This is due partially to the thin skin of the grape as well as to it’s earlier ripening stage.

It lends itself to a huge variety of flavors such as black cherry, plum and current as well as tangier notes like bay leaf and bell peppers.

Merlot tends to be less intense than other red wines and so is easier to pair with different food

combinations. It is worth noting that Merlot should be served slightly colder than other red wines. Room temperatures bring out the best in other reds but Merlots can develop unpleasant notes if it is allowed to get too warm. Chilling for just a brief time will help to keep this wine at it’s best.

Another red wine that is rising in popularity recently is the Pinot Noir. Traditionally this varietal is difficult to grow consistently as it is delicate and mutates easily. This can result in undesirable qualities in the wine produced from these grapes. This difficulty contributes to the somewhat higher prices of fine vintages of Pinot Noir but the quality is well worth spending a bit more.

Pinot Noir wines are lighter in color than many other red wines and are one of the most delicately flavored reds. An aromatic wine, you will often find wines with notes of cherries, berries, spices and even violets. Due to it’s delicate flavor, you will want to pair Pinot Noir with less spicy foods so that the flavor of the wine will not be covered.

Another red wine produced in California that makes a lovely wine gift is the Cabernet Sauvignon. Because the demand is so high, some vintages can be a little on the expensive side but if you search you should find a reasonable California vintage. This red wine ages very well, developing a rich complexity and wide depth of flavors. Although it may cost a bit more, this wine will make a very impressive gift.

Results Of Organic Night Anti-Aging Cream If you are thinking about using an organic night anti-aging cream you will be surprised to see the results of the product. The night creams have become extremely popular over the recent months due to drastic effects they produce.

The common misconception about aging is that it is completely a natural process. Aging is natural but there are factors to increase the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural aging process. The fact many people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a healthy diet or exercise program or even smoke are added aging factors.

Those organic night anti-aging cream helps to remove the signs of aging with ingredients the skin needs to replenish the nutrients that are a necessity for younger looking skin. It does not have harmful ingredients such as parabens most night creams contain.

The skin will naturally absorb anything it comes into contact with, including any product used on the skin surface. At night the skin is more susceptible to absorbing things applied due to becoming drier during the day. Nighttime application of products is the best time since the face is undisturbed for hours allowing the products to absorb into the skin.

For a product to be truly organic it must be one that can also be consumed without any side effects or health complications. The product needs to be safe for not only the application on the skin but consumption, not that you should

eat the products. Yet if the product can be consumed then it is generally safe to apply to your skin.

Reviews on the organic night anti-aging creams have shown they are extremely effective and safe both for application on the skin and consumption. The products produce younger looking skin with less wrinkles and fine lines. Using the product will require continuous applications for the benefits of youthfulness. As with any other product, it is important to know they will become a newly added skin regimen for higher results.

In the research cases, the organic cream outperformed their chemical rivals. They were determined to be safe and fully healthy and harmless with their natural organic components. The studies show the participants had a higher level of results with longer lasting results compared to the chemical night creams. The participants did not have any side effects or skin irritations.

The fact of skin irritations and sensitivity increases with age makes the organic night cream the solution for many people seeking the anti-aging cream that will not cause them any forms of discomfort while they are seeking to decrease the fine lines and wrinkles. The ability to have a true organic anti-aging night cream that works wonders of the aging skin has become a dream come true for women around the world.

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