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Contents This week’s
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COVER STORY:
Julie gives her daily look to achieve an even skin tone For those who love to go on holidays, then you are here at the right time.This issue is crammed with spectacular holiday hotspots that you’ll surely have your eyes peeled on. Also, life can become slightly hectic at times which means that daily schedules can leave you with inefficient free time. However, it’s all hands on deck as setting out specific goals and target can make you feel motivated and have a positive impact on your life. Seeing as though this is a March issue, this includes plenty of ways to improve your workout plan and your diet. Furthermore, this issue shows you on how you can break out of bad habits which is a problem for many people you’re not alone.With a help of motivation and self confidence there will be no obstacle in your way, it’s time to set the barrier free and think positively.
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We caught up with Julie to ask about her personal products that she uses daily and what she would reccomend.
SKIN
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Skin care products
MAKEUP 29-30 beauty must haves
FOOD
31-32 Basic food recpies
HEALTH 33-34 fitness and dietry
LIFESTYLE
REAL LIFE STORIES
your life
suprising weight loss sucess stories
35-36 Habits that will change FASHION TRENDS 39-40 This season’s hottest fashion looks straight from the runaway
37-38 Find out about ENTERTAINMENT
41-42 Horoscopes
SIMPLE SKINCARE
Bobbi Brown - EXTRA Soothing Balm This particular moisturiser leaves your skin with a healthy glow. If you are passionate lover of frutiy extracts, this avocado and rosemary oils will come in handy. You get what you pay for, this costs £42.00, however the quality of this balm is amazing. In addition to this, it is multi purppse use which means that it can be applied underneath the eye , cheeks and suprisingly on your lips. This product differs from other balms, as it can be even used on certain areas of your face after applying your makeup. Many people may have that problem of having multiple different moisterurisers lying around in their bag un-used and wasted. That is not the case with this particular soothing balm.
We offer you with 5 skin care products that will change your whole entire routine Clarins Paris - This item gives you more than good coverage, if you are particularly looking for a BB cream which is flattering then this is a must have. Also, this skin perfecting cream is lightweight it-can eaily it into your bag and it’s also great for travelling.
APPLICATION:
Put a fair amout into the palm of your hands, then spread evenly. The texure of the cleanser is sticky so do not worry if it becomes sticky. After, apply to your face, make sure you focus on areas such as the cheeks, nose, forehead and cupids bow. Wait for a few minutes and then add water on your face as the balm’s texture is thick.
Bobbi Brown EXTRA Balm Rinse - Hate that feeling when you cannot find the right balm cleaner? Well, that hassle is over as this conditioning cleanser leaves your skin looking smooth, youthful and fresh. This can be applied after removing all makeup, it is optional as it can be used daily or as a night cream. People may think why does this product differ from others. Firstly, the balm rinse cleanses deeply as it gets into your pores this will improve your complexion. Also, this is a great clenser for dry skin as it soothes your skin. Furthermore, this can be applied onto all type of skin types and peferences which means that there is no worry about if it does not cater towards you. Going through skin changes during the seasons can become an issue. With this product you will not have to go to the lengths of buying other skin products to treat your dry skin as this does the job!
Kiehls - Nashi Blossom & Pink Grapefruit Kiehls provides their customers with their familar special skin care range including: cleaners, toners and masques not to mention their flawless hair products. This skin softing body cleanser is in the form of liquid which is the typical cosistency of a lotion. The body cleaner has a combination of a sweet but sour smell to balance out the scent. This Japanese inspired fragrance includes natural ingredients from around the world including Brazil. This is beneficial for your skin as it won’t cause any breakouts or irritation if your skin is sensitive neither will it cause harm as it does not have chemicals in it. Also, this cleanser keeps your skin feeling soft for 24 hours this means that you will not have to worry about re applying and keeping your face moisterised throughout the day.
TIP
During a breakout avoid wearing foundation if so rinse your face thorougly.
TIP
Make sure you are fresh faced before applying any cream.
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Finding the right skin care products that are effective can make you feel uncertain about trying out new products. Sometimes it’s all about trial and error and working out what’s best for you. Depending on whether you like creams or oils, this might help you decide a beauty product that you may be interested in,
Finding most of Kiehl’s products are straightfoward, no need to stress as you can easily find this product in shops like: House Of Fraser, Selfridges and Liber ty. However if it’s not in stock having this item is one step away, you can purchase it online online including the Kiehls website.
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BASIC BREAKFAST RECIPIES
Oatmeal with strawberries and peanut butter
FOOD FOR FUEL- HOW TO BEGIN YOUR DAY Firstly, breakfast counts as the most important meal of the day , starting your day with well balanced meal provides you with energy to keep you wide awake and alert. If you have a long day ahead of you then these particular foods provide slow release energy. These recipes are as easy as you think it is.
Tired of having the same usual breakfast every morning? it’s time to switch it around! Begin by chopping up all of the ingredients, then put it into a blender. Make sure that all of the ingredients have become liquefied.
Benefits of drinking this juice: A simple way to make a healthy drink first thing in the morning. The ingredients that you need are 3 large carrots, 1 orange, and 1/2 an apple. Adding ice cubes is optional depending if you want a cold beverage. Easy right?
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Drinking a fresh cup of juice provides you so that you can maintain having a strong immune system. Also,drinking juices can make such an impact that you willl start to lose weight by reducing your appetite.
It is important that in order to fuel your body with the best nutruition, you need to drink your daily serving of vegetables and fruits. Tnere are many aspects of juicing, this can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Surprisingly, drinking orange juice protects your skin. Oranges are full of beta-carotene is a antioxidant , which protects skin from the signs of ageing.
This juice contains vitamins and , carrots contain a substance named pectin, which helps to reduce cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is known as the bad cholesterol problems associated with this is increased risk of heart problems. This is important as it lowers your cholestorol levels. What are you waiting for, why not try it?
PEANUT BUTTER A VERSATILE SNACK
PEANUT BUTTER AND APPLE WITH A SWEET TOUCH OF HONEY STEPS: 1. Slice apple (green/red) in half 2.Apply the peanut butter evenly on thewhole apple 3. Drizzle a small amount of honey on top
This mouthwatering oatmeal with strawberries and peanut butter will defenitely make you want to crave more. Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C, potassium and iron. Similarly like the orange and carrot juice, oatmeal reduces your level of cholestorol. If you are someone who has high levels of cholestorol, then considering this in your regular diet is important. A high fiber diet helps control blood level sugars and including oatmeal in your diet can regulate the speed of digestion. Peanut butter is a great source of potassium and protein. Your body needs the amino acids in protein to build and repair muscles .Without a doubt, peanut butter is an energy booster, if you have a busy day ahead of you then it will provide you with enough energy to get you throughout the day. First and foremost, purchasing organic peanut butter is vital as it does not have hydrogenated oils which are contained in a regular jar. This means that there are lower the levels of harmful cholesterol in your bloodstream. Many people are away that peanut butter is sky to most snack recipes.
For example, peanut butter can be added on pancakes and not to forget as a sandwich with jam. Peanut butter lovers brace yourselfs, banana granola with peanut butter is a worth trying. Snacking is important when you feel like hunger is taking over. Some experts agree that you should snack between meals. Nutrition experts say that it is important to snack as it avoids stavation. If you do not eat between meals then your metabolic rate descreases this shows that your body will react as if it’s starving when you have an empty stomach. In addition to this, you should stop with the sugra rush cravings when your body sugar levels are low. These symptoms can be controlled or dealt with if you choose to snack in between meals.
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TOP 3 BEAUTY MUST HAVES Buying the wrong products can be an expensive mistake. Makeup is an essential, which means cramming everything into a cosmetic bag becomes a problem. These 20 beauty must haves will change the way you look in order to achieve a flawless face.
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Mac Pro Longwear Foundation £25 Finding the appropriate colour to match your skin can be difficult. Also, this particular foundation is one of the best long lasting coverage. This fluid ensures tjhat your makeup that will stay on throughout the day.
2. Rimmel London Rimmel extra lash £4.99 This mascara from Rimmel London is a must have whether you are glamming up or you are going for the natural look. This is one of those items you need in your make up collection. If you are someone who relies on using mascara on most days than this is the soloution. This mascara creates a long lash effect. Also, ths mascara is perfect with a whole makeup look, especially with eye shadow as it creates a long lash effect.
3. People often feel hesitant about buying this naked palette which costs £38, it’s either a hit or miss when it comes to this product. If you prefer having a lighter application then this is the perfect go-to look. Whether you’re going out in the evening, or an everyday look these twelve eyeshadow colours are defenitely a match made in heaven. Also, this palette is made out of metal which means you do not have to worry about it becoming damaged as each shade is inbuilt into once you throw it in your makeup bag you are good to go. There is no need to think about whether it willl fit into you your bag either as the size of it is compatable. Each eye shadow comes with seperate compartments that are labelled The structure of the palette is neat, it also comes with sample colours. This is helpful because you will know which eye shadow suits you best before trying out the product.Also, this palette is very neutral as the colours have a purple undertone, it is of a taupe colour. Although, some colours may seem like they look similar they are actually in fact not.
‘If you prefer having a lighter application then this is the perfect go-to look.’
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Urban Decay: Naked 2 You get to experience how the item is like. This palette is surberb as it has over 5 different colours , theres a variety that you can pick from. Furthermore, you will definitley come across some particular colours that you would want to use as an everyday look. This is how the palette looks like although there are a few images shown in the image above. In the image you can see a small brush that is in a compartment, this is useful as your brush will not go missing.Also, so the other side of the brush is flat you can use either one depending on what you think is more helpful. The colour palette can be worn on a night out.For instance, if you want an intense smokey eye there are a variety of looks that you can achieve. Urban decay’s makeup products cater to many people .What makes this special and different from other eye shadow palettes is that it is easy to blend. You won’t have to worry about it blending into your skin tone. When you apply this it gives you a natural glow or you can decide to go for a wild look. This palette has no season to it,you can wear it during: Summer, Spring, Autumn and Winter. The goes to show that it comes in handy, you will not feel restricted.
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