You can straighten it, flip it, place it high in a bun or tie it back into a ponytail. Dealing with your hair can be a pain when frizz rears its ugly head in all the wrong places and on all the wrong days. Some people can attest to having a love-hate relationship with their hair because of all they may have to go through to keep it in tip top shape. Going through bad hair days can leave some people with their panties in a bunch. Bad hair days may also leave some with the aching desire to just shave it all off! Hair can really test our patience during the times when we experience hair loss or when that annoying section of hair just refuses to lay flat. These feelings have targeted the best of us including celebrities and others who may seem as if they've possess hair that can do no wrong. Plenty of celebs have admitted to having bad hair days. These include supermodel Naomi Campbell, Sofia Vergara and music artist, Pink. What is it with hair? At times our hair can work for us and at other times against us. No matter how terrible you think your hair is, there's always someone out there who wishes that they had hair like yours. They just may not admit it!
So, what makes hair become magical? What are the secrets for achieving and displaying the perfect set of strands? Do they lie in the glitziest and most glamorous salon that money can buy? Can those secrets be found in products that claim to have every hair-pleasing ingredient known to man? Gels, pomades, smoothing agents and anti-frizz products can only do but so much to the texture of our hair. If you're like the average brainiac, then you've probably wondered if genes play a role in the way your hair looks and feels. Jeremy Nathans, professor of molecular biology and genetics at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, has confirmed that genes actually do play a role in the pattern and variance of hair. Nathans further explained this fact when he stated: "It seems that in many cases, unusual and distinctive hair patterns may owe more to our inheritance than to any environmental factors."
If you're looking to cast blame on something for your most recent bad hair day, you may want to become familiar with a certain type of gene in the body. Scientists have recently discovered a gene called 'Frizzled 6' (Fz6) which determines how frizzy a person's hair will be. Fz6 is the name of the gene that is accountable for an individual's hair pattern or lack thereof. It's the gene that's responsible for the bizarre waves, dips and quiffs of hair that you constantly obsess over. Instead of charging it to the notion that your hair has a mind of its own, understand that there are little units of heredity called genes that are actually running the show behind the scenes. There are some issues in life that are just not worth stressing over. Wild hair follicles are certainly in that number! The next time you feel perturbed about your hum-drum hairstyle realize that there are millions of people who also feel the same way about their hair. To put it simply, hair is just hair; it doesn't define who you are.
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Monday, April 22, 2013
5 Sensational Natural Repairing Homemade Face Mask Recipes
If your skin has been through a hard time and is needing some TLC, and you are looking for some natural ways to help soothe, heal and repair your skin then you'll enjoy what I'm about to share with you.
Maybe you are concerned about UV damage from over exposure to the sun that's most prevalent on the face, neck and décolletage.
Maybe it's dehydration or congestion from environmental factors.
It could be that you have been suffering from sensitivities to ingredients in commercial skincare products but you're not really sure what's causing it.
If you are looking for ways to repair and heal your skin, you can use a whole range of natural ingredients rich in essential fatty acids, fruit acids and vitamins to heal and rejuvenate skin.
Many natural ingredients like oils, nuts, avocados or other fruits can be combined to deliver benefits equal to or better than the active constituents you'll find in commercial products but without the potential side effects.
The recipes below are designed specifically to target some specific common skin concerns. They can help repair damage and stimulate collagen production and new cell growth while moisturizing skin.
You will note the use of essential oils in these recipes. You can exclude them, but they can play such an important role in skin care recipes I suggest you use them.
So here we go:
Homemade Face Mask Recipe For Sun Damage
Start with a base oil that is rich in fatty acids, like avocado oil that also has regenerative qualities. Other oils like carrot seed, rose hip and walnut oils have anti aging and firming properties and are great for damaged or mature skin.
Make a blend of these oils in a base of:
2 tablespoons of either coconut oil, calophyllum oil (tamanu) or rose hip oil (better still use a mix of all three in equal parts).
Add 5 drops of avocado oil, and olive oil
Add 10 drops of carrot seed oil and/or sea buckthorn oil. These are both rich in antioxidants (vitamins A, C and E) with potent repairing benefits
Blend these ingredients together well and apply to effected areas twice daily. This blend will soak in fast and will help to protect skin from further damage while healing what's already been done. Do this and you'll see an improvement within a week, and a dramatic improvement over several months.
Firming Egg White Homemade Face Mask Recipe
This is a very good mask for tightening and firming skin. Prepare it the day before for best results.
One whipped egg white
1 tablespoon red wine
3 drops of yarrow oil or bergamot oil or a teaspoon of mashed banana
MIx and allow to sit in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight if you have time.
Apply in a thin layer to skin and leave on for half and hour to forty minutes. Wash off with warm water and apply your favourite moisturizer.
Hydrating Cream And Avocado Moisture Mask
This is a very rich mask that you can make oilier or drier depending on your personal preference.
1 tablespoon almond, olive, coconut or 1 teaspoon avocado oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cream, mayonnaise or plain yogurt or one egg yolk
1/2 a mashed avocado
Mash together well, apply to skin and leave on for ten minutes to half an hour. Wash off with warm water followed by your favourite moisturizer.
Glowing Skin Exfoliating Scrub To Lighten Scars
This recipe removes or lightens scars and brightens skin removing dead skin cells revealing glowing fresh soft skin.
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt or baking soda
1 teaspoon molasses (optional)
1 teaspoon almond meal or oatmeal finely ground (optional)
1 tablespoon almond oil with a few drops of avocado oil (optional)
If you have oily to normal skin you can add a squeeze of lemon, lime or grapefruit juice
Blend well and rub gently onto skin - add more liquid (water or milk) if too dry. Rub on for 5 minutes then wash off.
Homemade Skin Natural Peel Exfoliant
This recipe helps to remove discolouration, smooth rough skin and lift off old flaky skin. It stimulates new cell growth, is rich in antioxidants that charge skin with protective and repairing vitamins. Use it weekly and you will see the emergence of softer fresher radiant skin.
1 tablespoon fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon papaya, cantaloupe or pawpaw fruit
A few crushed berries (any berries are fine)
1 tablespoon crushed kiwifruit
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon molasses (optional) or yogurt
Mix well and apply to skin in a thick layer. Leave on for no more than ten minutes as this is a very strong mask with active enzymes and fruit acids that act like a chemical peel. It is very powerful and stimulating for skin. Use it twice a week for a soft smooth complexion.
So there are just a few masks to try. These are, as i stated earlier, some very specific recipes for the skin conditions mentioned here. You can make many more for red veins, acne, wrinkles and fine lines, age spots and much more... it's really easy to treat just about any skin condition. Most are so simple it's easy to underestimate just how powerful these masks can be.
You can also make serums and moisturisers (or washes and other treatments) from base and essential oils using tools like serum or ingredient wizards to suggest ingredients or by referring to homemade natural skincare recipes books for more options.
Maybe you are concerned about UV damage from over exposure to the sun that's most prevalent on the face, neck and décolletage.
Maybe it's dehydration or congestion from environmental factors.
It could be that you have been suffering from sensitivities to ingredients in commercial skincare products but you're not really sure what's causing it.
If you are looking for ways to repair and heal your skin, you can use a whole range of natural ingredients rich in essential fatty acids, fruit acids and vitamins to heal and rejuvenate skin.
Many natural ingredients like oils, nuts, avocados or other fruits can be combined to deliver benefits equal to or better than the active constituents you'll find in commercial products but without the potential side effects.
The recipes below are designed specifically to target some specific common skin concerns. They can help repair damage and stimulate collagen production and new cell growth while moisturizing skin.
You will note the use of essential oils in these recipes. You can exclude them, but they can play such an important role in skin care recipes I suggest you use them.
So here we go:
Homemade Face Mask Recipe For Sun Damage
Start with a base oil that is rich in fatty acids, like avocado oil that also has regenerative qualities. Other oils like carrot seed, rose hip and walnut oils have anti aging and firming properties and are great for damaged or mature skin.
Make a blend of these oils in a base of:
2 tablespoons of either coconut oil, calophyllum oil (tamanu) or rose hip oil (better still use a mix of all three in equal parts).
Add 5 drops of avocado oil, and olive oil
Add 10 drops of carrot seed oil and/or sea buckthorn oil. These are both rich in antioxidants (vitamins A, C and E) with potent repairing benefits
Blend these ingredients together well and apply to effected areas twice daily. This blend will soak in fast and will help to protect skin from further damage while healing what's already been done. Do this and you'll see an improvement within a week, and a dramatic improvement over several months.
Firming Egg White Homemade Face Mask Recipe
This is a very good mask for tightening and firming skin. Prepare it the day before for best results.
One whipped egg white
1 tablespoon red wine
3 drops of yarrow oil or bergamot oil or a teaspoon of mashed banana
MIx and allow to sit in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight if you have time.
Apply in a thin layer to skin and leave on for half and hour to forty minutes. Wash off with warm water and apply your favourite moisturizer.
Hydrating Cream And Avocado Moisture Mask
This is a very rich mask that you can make oilier or drier depending on your personal preference.
1 tablespoon almond, olive, coconut or 1 teaspoon avocado oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cream, mayonnaise or plain yogurt or one egg yolk
1/2 a mashed avocado
Mash together well, apply to skin and leave on for ten minutes to half an hour. Wash off with warm water followed by your favourite moisturizer.
Glowing Skin Exfoliating Scrub To Lighten Scars
This recipe removes or lightens scars and brightens skin removing dead skin cells revealing glowing fresh soft skin.
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt or baking soda
1 teaspoon molasses (optional)
1 teaspoon almond meal or oatmeal finely ground (optional)
1 tablespoon almond oil with a few drops of avocado oil (optional)
If you have oily to normal skin you can add a squeeze of lemon, lime or grapefruit juice
Blend well and rub gently onto skin - add more liquid (water or milk) if too dry. Rub on for 5 minutes then wash off.
Homemade Skin Natural Peel Exfoliant
This recipe helps to remove discolouration, smooth rough skin and lift off old flaky skin. It stimulates new cell growth, is rich in antioxidants that charge skin with protective and repairing vitamins. Use it weekly and you will see the emergence of softer fresher radiant skin.
1 tablespoon fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon papaya, cantaloupe or pawpaw fruit
A few crushed berries (any berries are fine)
1 tablespoon crushed kiwifruit
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon molasses (optional) or yogurt
Mix well and apply to skin in a thick layer. Leave on for no more than ten minutes as this is a very strong mask with active enzymes and fruit acids that act like a chemical peel. It is very powerful and stimulating for skin. Use it twice a week for a soft smooth complexion.
So there are just a few masks to try. These are, as i stated earlier, some very specific recipes for the skin conditions mentioned here. You can make many more for red veins, acne, wrinkles and fine lines, age spots and much more... it's really easy to treat just about any skin condition. Most are so simple it's easy to underestimate just how powerful these masks can be.
You can also make serums and moisturisers (or washes and other treatments) from base and essential oils using tools like serum or ingredient wizards to suggest ingredients or by referring to homemade natural skincare recipes books for more options.
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Lasers in Cosmetic Procedures
Lasers have plenty of uses nowadays. We use them for science, construction, manufacturing, eye surgeries, and even fun!
What can get confusing is the term "laser" is applied to all of these uses, even though they aren't necessarily the same thing. For example, it would not be wise to use a metal-vaporizing laser for a game of laser tag.
Lasers have also been engineered to serve cosmetic reasons, providing a non-invasive way to rewind the effects of aging and fix problem areas for the long-term.
There are two primary uses for lasers in cosmetic procedures: hair removal and skin treatment.
Laser Hair Removal
Having hair in unwanted places is not only a hassle, but it can make you self-conscious about the way you look. Laser hair removal offers an easy, long-lasting, and virtually painless way to remove unwanted hair, and keep it off.
How the process works is fairly straightforward. Tiny laser beams are set at different wavelengths and strengths so that they only target dark pigments on the skin (i.e. body hair).
The wavelength of the laser is what determines its usage. Certain wavelengths are high-powered, industrial-strength beams which are able to engrave into heavy metals, whereas others are harmless enough to quickly fix a cavity. It all depends on the wavelength.
In hair removal treatments, the laser safely removes body hair without damaging the surrounding lighter skin.
In general, the procedure is painless. Some slight discomfort-often compared to a rubber band against the skin-may occur, and soreness or tenderness may also accompany the healing process, but these symptoms are very minor and curable.
The best thing about laser hair removal is that the results are long-term. It may take several treatment sessions to completely rid yourself of unwanted hair, but once it is gone, in most cases, the effect will last. And any new hair growth is easily treatable.
Laser Skin Treatments
In contrast to hair removal, skin treatments involving lasers go beyond the upper layer of skin (epidermis) and targets below the second layer (dermis). Laser skin treatments even out skin tone and reduce signs of aging, such as highly-visible veins, wrinkles, and blotchiness.
A popular proven method of laser skin treatment is the Pulsed Light Rejuvenation System (PLSS). This method emits pulses of light into the skin cells, which is absorbed by the pigments responsible for sunspots and visible blood vessels. The PLSS process effectively causes the skin abnormalities to fade within a couple weeks of the treatment.
Another type of laser skin treatment works by penetrating the epidermis and dermis layers of the skin to build healthy new tissue underneath. In no time at all, the healthy tissue will reduce sagging skin and wrinkles by repairing the tightness and elasticity that your skin once had.
Are lasers right for you?
The best way to find out if laser hair removal or skin treatment is right for you is to consult a specialist. They will be able to answer any questions you may have about the procedure-such as the risks and recovery time-as well as assess what you are looking to fix and decide if using laser skin therapy is your best option.
Talk to a laser hair removal and skin treatment expert today to learn how lasers can be put to use to improve your appearance and self-confidence.
What can get confusing is the term "laser" is applied to all of these uses, even though they aren't necessarily the same thing. For example, it would not be wise to use a metal-vaporizing laser for a game of laser tag.
Lasers have also been engineered to serve cosmetic reasons, providing a non-invasive way to rewind the effects of aging and fix problem areas for the long-term.
There are two primary uses for lasers in cosmetic procedures: hair removal and skin treatment.
Laser Hair Removal
Having hair in unwanted places is not only a hassle, but it can make you self-conscious about the way you look. Laser hair removal offers an easy, long-lasting, and virtually painless way to remove unwanted hair, and keep it off.
How the process works is fairly straightforward. Tiny laser beams are set at different wavelengths and strengths so that they only target dark pigments on the skin (i.e. body hair).
The wavelength of the laser is what determines its usage. Certain wavelengths are high-powered, industrial-strength beams which are able to engrave into heavy metals, whereas others are harmless enough to quickly fix a cavity. It all depends on the wavelength.
In hair removal treatments, the laser safely removes body hair without damaging the surrounding lighter skin.
In general, the procedure is painless. Some slight discomfort-often compared to a rubber band against the skin-may occur, and soreness or tenderness may also accompany the healing process, but these symptoms are very minor and curable.
The best thing about laser hair removal is that the results are long-term. It may take several treatment sessions to completely rid yourself of unwanted hair, but once it is gone, in most cases, the effect will last. And any new hair growth is easily treatable.
Laser Skin Treatments
In contrast to hair removal, skin treatments involving lasers go beyond the upper layer of skin (epidermis) and targets below the second layer (dermis). Laser skin treatments even out skin tone and reduce signs of aging, such as highly-visible veins, wrinkles, and blotchiness.
A popular proven method of laser skin treatment is the Pulsed Light Rejuvenation System (PLSS). This method emits pulses of light into the skin cells, which is absorbed by the pigments responsible for sunspots and visible blood vessels. The PLSS process effectively causes the skin abnormalities to fade within a couple weeks of the treatment.
Another type of laser skin treatment works by penetrating the epidermis and dermis layers of the skin to build healthy new tissue underneath. In no time at all, the healthy tissue will reduce sagging skin and wrinkles by repairing the tightness and elasticity that your skin once had.
Are lasers right for you?
The best way to find out if laser hair removal or skin treatment is right for you is to consult a specialist. They will be able to answer any questions you may have about the procedure-such as the risks and recovery time-as well as assess what you are looking to fix and decide if using laser skin therapy is your best option.
Talk to a laser hair removal and skin treatment expert today to learn how lasers can be put to use to improve your appearance and self-confidence.
You want to look and feel your best. Accent Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics offers cosmetic services to meet the needs of men and women in Florida.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Moles On Skin - Treatments To Consider
Nowadays surgical treatment is not the only available treatment for moles on skin. And the best thing is that now there are available different alternative methods to remove a mole, and laser surgery is no longer the only option. However, the most comfortable method for getting rid of moles consists in natural remedies. Following a natural mole removal treatment is convenient from many points of view, and people generally would rather follow it, because it is safer and cheaper. Likewise, it is much more comfortable to follow a mole removal treatment for home, because it will not require you to visit your doctor regularly, and you will not spend time in the hospital at all.
And, there are plenty of natural herbs available on the market, and these can help you get rid of your moles in just a few weeks, as long as you apply the treatment regularly. All you need to do is read the instructions inscribed on the package and the follow all the steps precisely. Usually, the first step consists in carefully cleaning the area that is going to be treated. Then, you should scrape the mole and its surrounding area using either a needle or a pumice stone, to make sure that the cream will penetrate the mole. This step must not be skipped, and only then you can apply the mole removal cream.
The cream needs to be applied carefully on the damaged mole and it must be left there for a couple of hours. You will probably observe how a scab forms on the surface of your mole, but this should not worry you, because will disappear in a short period of time. After a period of time the scab will fall off, and in its place will appear a rose-colored tissue. This is a sign that the mole is disappearing, and in less than a month your skin will be so clear, that you won't even remember that there was a mole there once.
Using a natural treatment to remove a mole is a real trend these days, and many people use organic substances to eliminate these unpleasant skin blemishes. These ingredients often include garlic, apple cider vinegar, baking soda and castor oil, banana peels or pineapples, which are used separately to form different pastas that are applied on the moles. And, you will not need to damage your mole in any way, before applying these natural substances.
Anyway, you need to be aware that these natural methods are not officially recognized, and that they are not always successful. In order to avoid any problems, you have to clean your mole, as well as the skin that surrounds it, with warm water and soap. When you use a needle or a pumice stone to scrape the mole, you should feel a sting. Also, you need to know that if your mole will not allow the cream to get under the skin; the treatment will probably not work.
Also, you should never try to remove a scab on your own, because you may cause a serious infection. This process must not be rushed. You will not have any medical problems if you make sure that the skin around your mole is clean at all times.
And, there are plenty of natural herbs available on the market, and these can help you get rid of your moles in just a few weeks, as long as you apply the treatment regularly. All you need to do is read the instructions inscribed on the package and the follow all the steps precisely. Usually, the first step consists in carefully cleaning the area that is going to be treated. Then, you should scrape the mole and its surrounding area using either a needle or a pumice stone, to make sure that the cream will penetrate the mole. This step must not be skipped, and only then you can apply the mole removal cream.
The cream needs to be applied carefully on the damaged mole and it must be left there for a couple of hours. You will probably observe how a scab forms on the surface of your mole, but this should not worry you, because will disappear in a short period of time. After a period of time the scab will fall off, and in its place will appear a rose-colored tissue. This is a sign that the mole is disappearing, and in less than a month your skin will be so clear, that you won't even remember that there was a mole there once.
Using a natural treatment to remove a mole is a real trend these days, and many people use organic substances to eliminate these unpleasant skin blemishes. These ingredients often include garlic, apple cider vinegar, baking soda and castor oil, banana peels or pineapples, which are used separately to form different pastas that are applied on the moles. And, you will not need to damage your mole in any way, before applying these natural substances.
Anyway, you need to be aware that these natural methods are not officially recognized, and that they are not always successful. In order to avoid any problems, you have to clean your mole, as well as the skin that surrounds it, with warm water and soap. When you use a needle or a pumice stone to scrape the mole, you should feel a sting. Also, you need to know that if your mole will not allow the cream to get under the skin; the treatment will probably not work.
Also, you should never try to remove a scab on your own, because you may cause a serious infection. This process must not be rushed. You will not have any medical problems if you make sure that the skin around your mole is clean at all times.
Tanning Accelerators
Tanning salons are a great way to maintain beautiful tan skin, throughout the year, despite weather conditions and free time during the sunniest hours of the day. By using tanning accelerators at the tanning salon you can greatly increase the look and quality of the tan you are getting. Tanning accelerators should always be part of your indoor tanning experience.
Unlike traditional suntan lotion, accelerators are specifically designed to aid in the indoor tanning process. These lotions promote the production of melanin which is what our skin uses to give it its color. Furthermore, indoor tanning lotions don't actually provide protection from the sun but rather are formulated to help your skin better absorb the UV rays from the tanning bed.
Most tanning beds have an acrylic surface, and using traditional suntan lotions can damage the acrylics. These lotions often contain mineral oil which is harmful to the acrylics whereas tanning accelerators are composed of natural oils like tea oil or green tea extract.
Accelerators also serve to help keep the skin moisturized. Tanning of any sort has a tendency to dry out the skin, and the lotion can help keep the skin feeling smooth and looking healthy. The ingredients used in these lotions are quite similar to hand and body lotions, with the exception that they contain much less alcohol.
Accelerators can sometimes be expensive and it never hurts to ask for discounts. Many salons will sometimes give discounts depending on how many sessions are purchased. Salon employees can also provide recommendations on the best type of lotion for your skin and how to accomplish your desired tanning goals.
It is important that you look for a quality tanning salon. Good tanning salons have high quality rooms with locking doors. Most new tanning salons prefer modular construction which gives them the luxury of a green, environmentally friendly product that is also cost efficient. Modular walls are built off site in a factory under controlled conditions. Once the walls are completed they are shipped to the salon where they are assembled. Because the majority of the construction work is done in a factory, onsite installation is very quick; often twice as fast as traditional construction methods. One of the best parts of modular construction is that the walls can be easily moved or reconfigured. Furthermore, modular construction offers some great tax deductions.
In conclusion it is important that you use tanning accelerators when visiting the tanning salon. This will help your skin better absorb the UV rays and give your skin a great color. It is also important to choose a quality tanning salon with well trained employees.
Unlike traditional suntan lotion, accelerators are specifically designed to aid in the indoor tanning process. These lotions promote the production of melanin which is what our skin uses to give it its color. Furthermore, indoor tanning lotions don't actually provide protection from the sun but rather are formulated to help your skin better absorb the UV rays from the tanning bed.
Most tanning beds have an acrylic surface, and using traditional suntan lotions can damage the acrylics. These lotions often contain mineral oil which is harmful to the acrylics whereas tanning accelerators are composed of natural oils like tea oil or green tea extract.
Accelerators also serve to help keep the skin moisturized. Tanning of any sort has a tendency to dry out the skin, and the lotion can help keep the skin feeling smooth and looking healthy. The ingredients used in these lotions are quite similar to hand and body lotions, with the exception that they contain much less alcohol.
Accelerators can sometimes be expensive and it never hurts to ask for discounts. Many salons will sometimes give discounts depending on how many sessions are purchased. Salon employees can also provide recommendations on the best type of lotion for your skin and how to accomplish your desired tanning goals.
It is important that you look for a quality tanning salon. Good tanning salons have high quality rooms with locking doors. Most new tanning salons prefer modular construction which gives them the luxury of a green, environmentally friendly product that is also cost efficient. Modular walls are built off site in a factory under controlled conditions. Once the walls are completed they are shipped to the salon where they are assembled. Because the majority of the construction work is done in a factory, onsite installation is very quick; often twice as fast as traditional construction methods. One of the best parts of modular construction is that the walls can be easily moved or reconfigured. Furthermore, modular construction offers some great tax deductions.
In conclusion it is important that you use tanning accelerators when visiting the tanning salon. This will help your skin better absorb the UV rays and give your skin a great color. It is also important to choose a quality tanning salon with well trained employees.
Natural Ways Of Staying Beautiful
Our skin is being constantly exposed to sun, pollutions and chemicals and suffers from improper diet that damages the natural balance of the body. If your body is not healthy from within, no amount of make up can make you look beautiful. To look and feel beautiful, it's important that we concentrate on our inner well being instead of focusing on just the external factors. Here are some natural and effective tips for staying beautiful:
- Cleansing and moisturizing your face should be a part of your daily routine. Do it 2 times a day, once early in the morning and once before going to bed. This will keep your skin clean and fresh. The cleanser you choose should suit your skin type. You can also use just a mild or baby soap.
- Nothing can create a more magical effect than a bright white smile. To maintain white teeth, brush your teeth twice a day. Choose a whitening toothpaste that will make your teeth sparkle.
- Drink 8 glasses of water per day. This is basically 2 liters. 75% of your body is made of water. Your body needs water and without it your body will perish within 3 days. Drinking water will cleanse your body and skin and help in excreting toxic wastes from the body.
- Have 5 portions of fruits and vegetables every day. They are the key ingredient behind keeping your skin healthy and glowing.
- Exercises are equally important. It can be anything from jumping on the trampoline to walking your dog. Whichever form of exercise you choose, your intention is to be active.
- Inadequate sleep causes dull skin, puffy eyes and magnifies even the slightest wrinkles. It is often the reason behind red spots, breakouts and excessive oiliness in skins. The reason behind this when you are stressed, you heart beats faster, you breathe in a shallow manner. This results in poor oxygen circulation in the blood and destroys the collagen in your skin that is responsible for the elasticity of your skin. Sleeping for 8 hours every night is a must. Once in a week, try to go to sleep very early, before 10pm. In addition to sleep, practice stress reduction techniques, like yoga, deep breathing and meditation.
- Stress can also lead to excessive hair loss. This is because excessive stress produces more adrenaline that interferes with the flow of nutrients to the hair. Magnesium is a great stress- fighter. So have foods with higher levels of magnesium, like green leafy vegetables, garlic and sunflower seeds. Walking outdoors in the daylight for 20 minutes is also a great way to fight stress. Sunlight helps in the production of serotonin that helps in relieving stress.
- Cleansing and moisturizing your face should be a part of your daily routine. Do it 2 times a day, once early in the morning and once before going to bed. This will keep your skin clean and fresh. The cleanser you choose should suit your skin type. You can also use just a mild or baby soap.
- Nothing can create a more magical effect than a bright white smile. To maintain white teeth, brush your teeth twice a day. Choose a whitening toothpaste that will make your teeth sparkle.
- Drink 8 glasses of water per day. This is basically 2 liters. 75% of your body is made of water. Your body needs water and without it your body will perish within 3 days. Drinking water will cleanse your body and skin and help in excreting toxic wastes from the body.
- Have 5 portions of fruits and vegetables every day. They are the key ingredient behind keeping your skin healthy and glowing.
- Exercises are equally important. It can be anything from jumping on the trampoline to walking your dog. Whichever form of exercise you choose, your intention is to be active.
- Inadequate sleep causes dull skin, puffy eyes and magnifies even the slightest wrinkles. It is often the reason behind red spots, breakouts and excessive oiliness in skins. The reason behind this when you are stressed, you heart beats faster, you breathe in a shallow manner. This results in poor oxygen circulation in the blood and destroys the collagen in your skin that is responsible for the elasticity of your skin. Sleeping for 8 hours every night is a must. Once in a week, try to go to sleep very early, before 10pm. In addition to sleep, practice stress reduction techniques, like yoga, deep breathing and meditation.
- Stress can also lead to excessive hair loss. This is because excessive stress produces more adrenaline that interferes with the flow of nutrients to the hair. Magnesium is a great stress- fighter. So have foods with higher levels of magnesium, like green leafy vegetables, garlic and sunflower seeds. Walking outdoors in the daylight for 20 minutes is also a great way to fight stress. Sunlight helps in the production of serotonin that helps in relieving stress.
Staying Young And Beautiful: The Natural Way
Who doesn't want to look beautiful forever? It may not be as simple as it seems, but it is definitely not rocket science to be able to stay beautiful for years. Following some simple tips and a healthy lifestyle, you can attain that glow and vibrancy that you had always desired. Here are some tips on staying naturally beautiful and young:
- Take adequate breaks. Recent studies have shown that stress causes significant changes in the body that only accelerates aging. It is seen that 60- 90% of all doctor's visit each year are for stress- related problems like anxiety, obsessive anger, depression, hostility, insomnia, heart attacks, high blood pressure, etc. To reduce stress, sit in a quiet place, close your eyes, relax your muscles, roll your head, neck and shoulders and breathe deeply. Repeat this once or twice daily for 10- 20 minutes.
- Healthy fats help stabilize your mood, prevent visible signs of aging in the body, and helps maintaining bone strength. Omega3s also have the ability to pull out fat from storage, particularly the hips, and use it as energy. Omega3s helps to keep you healthy and your skin radiant. Experts suggest that you have at least 2 grams of Omega3 fatty acids every day. Have plenty of fatty fish, like salmon and also walnuts. If you aren't getting enough omega3 fatty acids from your diet, consider having fish oil supplements.
- Make a exercises a part of your regular routine. It will help you lose weight, build healthier bones, tone muscles and even boost your mood. Walking for just 10 minutes a day can help you avoid the risk of Alzheimer's by 40%. Schedule 3 20 minutes work in a week. Choose any form of exercise that you enjoy most, be it running, swimming, cycling or dancing.
- As an alternative to exercises or an add on, you can do yoga. It will give you more energy, greater flexibility, better posture, improved mood and less stress. Through conscious yoga breathing, you become aware of the connection between mind and body. Do yoga regularly or at least twice a week.
- Have plenty of fruits. Much of research is going on different types of fruits. It has been found that pomegranates are more beneficial than other fruits. A glass of pomegranate juice helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol and help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. It also helps prevent some forms of cancer. It also protects the skin from damage caused by UV rays.
- Have 2- 3 cups of green tea daily. It has numerous health benefits and will also keep you young and glowing.
- Take adequate breaks. Recent studies have shown that stress causes significant changes in the body that only accelerates aging. It is seen that 60- 90% of all doctor's visit each year are for stress- related problems like anxiety, obsessive anger, depression, hostility, insomnia, heart attacks, high blood pressure, etc. To reduce stress, sit in a quiet place, close your eyes, relax your muscles, roll your head, neck and shoulders and breathe deeply. Repeat this once or twice daily for 10- 20 minutes.
- Healthy fats help stabilize your mood, prevent visible signs of aging in the body, and helps maintaining bone strength. Omega3s also have the ability to pull out fat from storage, particularly the hips, and use it as energy. Omega3s helps to keep you healthy and your skin radiant. Experts suggest that you have at least 2 grams of Omega3 fatty acids every day. Have plenty of fatty fish, like salmon and also walnuts. If you aren't getting enough omega3 fatty acids from your diet, consider having fish oil supplements.
- Make a exercises a part of your regular routine. It will help you lose weight, build healthier bones, tone muscles and even boost your mood. Walking for just 10 minutes a day can help you avoid the risk of Alzheimer's by 40%. Schedule 3 20 minutes work in a week. Choose any form of exercise that you enjoy most, be it running, swimming, cycling or dancing.
- As an alternative to exercises or an add on, you can do yoga. It will give you more energy, greater flexibility, better posture, improved mood and less stress. Through conscious yoga breathing, you become aware of the connection between mind and body. Do yoga regularly or at least twice a week.
- Have plenty of fruits. Much of research is going on different types of fruits. It has been found that pomegranates are more beneficial than other fruits. A glass of pomegranate juice helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol and help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. It also helps prevent some forms of cancer. It also protects the skin from damage caused by UV rays.
- Have 2- 3 cups of green tea daily. It has numerous health benefits and will also keep you young and glowing.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Learn How Using Creams For Hyperpigmentation Can Help You
Dark patches more commonly occur in women during pregnancy as a result of hormonal changes, liver spots on older people's skin, as well as where skin has had prolonged over exposure to damaging UV light. Medication and diet can in addition also increase the melanin production of the skin. In cases that are extreme, ointments alone may not sufficiently be able to eradicate and combat the appearance of these marks, therefore, one is advised to seek opinions from a dermatologist before starting any treatment of this kind.
If one consults a dermatologist there are several factors that they will consider in order to successfully treat the client. Some of these lotions are obtainable by prescription only while others can be purchased over the counter. There are also numerous products that are salon exclusive and all of these have their own individual ingredients, which are designed to work in reducing the melanin production of the skin.
With prescribed ointments, there are side effects and it is imperative that one finds out all the facts related to using them; cortisone is one such ingredient. Cortisone is known to thin out the skin and therefore should not be utilized without medical supervision. High SPF lotions should be used in conjunction with this to protect the skin while using this type of ointment.
Another lotion often prescribed, is available without a prescription in a reduced strength, known as hydroquinone. One visible effect of this product is that on people with darker skin tones, it could cause black spots. Normally Kojic Acid is combined with it. These are the 2 ingredients that are mostly used but there are a few natural ingredients that are effective.
Alpha hydroxy acids are naturally found in certain citric fruits and it is more commonly used in beauty treatments to lighten skin discolorations. The dilemma though is that they are not always suited for people with a sensitive skin types. Once again these ointments need to be used in conjunction with a high level SPF.
Those with this condition need not worry as it is fully treatable, even when severe. Hormonal imbalances and poor eating habits, if found to be causing the problem, are also corrected. When used together with a topical cream, results are successful. Pregnancy pigmentation usually disappears naturally.
Every body desires to have an even complexion. Creams for hyperpigmentation are able to restore the even tone to one's skin without the person needing to undergo harsh or abrasive methods. Using severe methods, such as chemical peels, is not always safe and lotions are a much gentler way to treat this problem.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Best Anti-Aging Creams: Combat Aging With Effective Facial Creams
Among the in demand beauty products in the market, anti-aging face cream is one of them. This is because not everyone is open to surgery or facial treatments. They rather use topical creams on their face and religiously apply during the day and night. With a wide selection of beauty creams out there, sometimes it is difficult to know the best one. You can always consult your dermatologist about this. And once you've found the perfect cream for you, you should know how to use it effectively.
The right way of using rejuvenating face cream is after cleansing and toning the face. Since most face creams have moisturizer in them, it is no longer necessary to use another moisturizer before using the night cream. During day time, you can go for effective face cream with matte finish. This is if you don't want to use heavy foundation. With this type of finish, you can also go out with bare facial skin. Just make sure that your cream has UV protection to protect you from the harmful rays of the sun.
The common targets of special facial creams are the skin on your jaw line, eyelids and nose. Sometimes age spots are also visible causing uneven skin tone and the change in texture. To preserve the smoothness and suppleness of your skin, look for natural ingredients such as almond oil, chestnuts and witch hazel. They are organic agents that can reduce wrinkles and defy fine lines. Some products also come in different packages and have specific target parts of the body. In the face for example, the revitalizing cream can be applied in laugh lines while lip rejuvenating creams are especially made for the lips.
There are also effective night creams that can combat drying or saggy. With scientific breakthrough, some powerful facial creams are also full of precious metals. Gold and bronze are just some of key ingredients being released lately but it comes in high price tags. Personal beauty care should not always be costly. As you age, there will be changes in your priorities and though you may say that you don't care about how you look, it is still important to have a healthy regimen.
Aside from using these kinds of products, have a healthy lifestyle so that you can age gracefully. Bike through the neighborhood; take your dog to a walk, water to plants or something that will make you active. Relaxing and exercising can do wonders for your body.
The right way of using rejuvenating face cream is after cleansing and toning the face. Since most face creams have moisturizer in them, it is no longer necessary to use another moisturizer before using the night cream. During day time, you can go for effective face cream with matte finish. This is if you don't want to use heavy foundation. With this type of finish, you can also go out with bare facial skin. Just make sure that your cream has UV protection to protect you from the harmful rays of the sun.
The common targets of special facial creams are the skin on your jaw line, eyelids and nose. Sometimes age spots are also visible causing uneven skin tone and the change in texture. To preserve the smoothness and suppleness of your skin, look for natural ingredients such as almond oil, chestnuts and witch hazel. They are organic agents that can reduce wrinkles and defy fine lines. Some products also come in different packages and have specific target parts of the body. In the face for example, the revitalizing cream can be applied in laugh lines while lip rejuvenating creams are especially made for the lips.
There are also effective night creams that can combat drying or saggy. With scientific breakthrough, some powerful facial creams are also full of precious metals. Gold and bronze are just some of key ingredients being released lately but it comes in high price tags. Personal beauty care should not always be costly. As you age, there will be changes in your priorities and though you may say that you don't care about how you look, it is still important to have a healthy regimen.
Aside from using these kinds of products, have a healthy lifestyle so that you can age gracefully. Bike through the neighborhood; take your dog to a walk, water to plants or something that will make you active. Relaxing and exercising can do wonders for your body.
Gather Your Friends Together and Enjoy an At-Home Spa Treatment
Whether you're a college student or a working woman, going through an overly long, busy week at school or in the office can be quite grueling. Your ideal way to spend the weekend might be to veg out in front of the couch, but why not get some me time by finishing some beauty rituals at the same time? If you're up for it, invite a few friends to come over to your house and hose an at-home spa treatment party.
Tips to Remember when Hosting an At-Home Spa Party
Naturally, the first thing that you need to do is set a schedule so that you can have all your friends come over. Ask them to bring some munchies as a contribution to your spa party. Then, here are a few more tips that you can follow:
- Choose a secluded room in your house to use for the spa party, and create the right ambiance. If you have a quite large apartment, you can use the living room as a venue for the spa party. Move some furniture around to create a more relaxing space. Dim the lights or better yet, light up a bunch of scented candles. Put on some mood music on your MP3 player or have a relaxing tabletop fountain to set the right mood.
- Purchase at-home facial masks, or whip up your own. Depending on how much time you have at your hands, you can either whip up your own facial mask formula using the available items in your kitchen. Or, you can purchase one from a health store. Buy some handmade soaps made from natural ingredients which can be used to cleanse the face first, after which the masks can be applied.
- Set up a manicure and pedicure station. Another important part of an at-home spa party is the pedicure and manicure station. Make sure that the area that you will use for this is well lit, so that you can all try different shades of nail polish and make your toes prettily pampered.
- Get your friends to bring a bunch of beauty product samples which you can experiment with. A spa party is the perfect time to try on different shades of lipstick, beauty soaps, lotions and other cosmetics. Manufacturers usually give away samples of such products, which you can try on during your spa party.
- Make sure to prepare some light snacks and drinks. During all that beautifying and relaxation time, you are bound to get hungry so make sure that there are some light snacks and drinks that your friends can munch on in between the chatter. Hosting an at-home spa party is the perfect way to bond with your friends, while giving yourself some pampering time, too.
Tips to Remember when Hosting an At-Home Spa Party
Naturally, the first thing that you need to do is set a schedule so that you can have all your friends come over. Ask them to bring some munchies as a contribution to your spa party. Then, here are a few more tips that you can follow:
- Choose a secluded room in your house to use for the spa party, and create the right ambiance. If you have a quite large apartment, you can use the living room as a venue for the spa party. Move some furniture around to create a more relaxing space. Dim the lights or better yet, light up a bunch of scented candles. Put on some mood music on your MP3 player or have a relaxing tabletop fountain to set the right mood.
- Purchase at-home facial masks, or whip up your own. Depending on how much time you have at your hands, you can either whip up your own facial mask formula using the available items in your kitchen. Or, you can purchase one from a health store. Buy some handmade soaps made from natural ingredients which can be used to cleanse the face first, after which the masks can be applied.
- Set up a manicure and pedicure station. Another important part of an at-home spa party is the pedicure and manicure station. Make sure that the area that you will use for this is well lit, so that you can all try different shades of nail polish and make your toes prettily pampered.
- Get your friends to bring a bunch of beauty product samples which you can experiment with. A spa party is the perfect time to try on different shades of lipstick, beauty soaps, lotions and other cosmetics. Manufacturers usually give away samples of such products, which you can try on during your spa party.
- Make sure to prepare some light snacks and drinks. During all that beautifying and relaxation time, you are bound to get hungry so make sure that there are some light snacks and drinks that your friends can munch on in between the chatter. Hosting an at-home spa party is the perfect way to bond with your friends, while giving yourself some pampering time, too.
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5 Leg Vein Treatments - Chose the Treatment Right for You
Veins are defined as blood vessels responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the body to your lungs and heart. However, when veins become thick with all the turns and twists they become enlarged and are referred to as varicose or most commonly Spider Veins. It is usually the "nervures" located in the thighs and legs that become varicosed.
Here are five of the best spider vein treatments:
Sclerotherapy
This is the most common treatment during which salt solutions are injected into the affected vein. This makes the vein walls swell, then stick and finally seal shut. Once there is no more blood flowing into these veins they become scar tissue and slowly fade away in a few weeks. Many times you'll need to get treated more than once to achieve successful removal. But since it is not a painful process it does not require anesthesia and can be carried out by your doctor at his office.
Laser leg vein treatment
This is one of the latest methods for treating this condition. During treatment strong bursts of laser light are passed through the vein which make it disappear. Since, lasers are known to be accurate and direct it removes veins quickly and more effectively. However, patients have been known to feel some painful heat sensation which doctors tend to reduce using various cooling methods. That being said laser surgery is not advisable for veins larger than 3mm.
Endovenous methods
This method combines radio frequency and laser technology to effectively treat spider veins. A micro sized catheter is first placed into the affected vein. The device then sends laser energy which shrinks and finally seals the vein wall.
Surgery
Surgery is used to remove large spider veins. A doctor will surgically seal shut the vein and remove it from the leg. However, doctors will only be able to remove veins which are located near the surface of the skin, ones which are responsible for collecting blood from the skin.
Endoscopic vein surgery
This type of leg vein treatment utilizes a tiny camera that looks inside of the veins after which these are removed by small cuts. This procedure like surgery needs to be carried out under anesthesia but patients will return to their normal routine within a few weeks.
Regardless, of what form of treatment you opt for to treat leg veins there is a chance that it will return after a few years. The easiest and probably the most effective way of preventing this condition from developing is to wear graduated compression support socks / stockings. The more frequently you're able to wear these stockings the longer it will take for the veins to form.
Here are five of the best spider vein treatments:
Sclerotherapy
This is the most common treatment during which salt solutions are injected into the affected vein. This makes the vein walls swell, then stick and finally seal shut. Once there is no more blood flowing into these veins they become scar tissue and slowly fade away in a few weeks. Many times you'll need to get treated more than once to achieve successful removal. But since it is not a painful process it does not require anesthesia and can be carried out by your doctor at his office.
Laser leg vein treatment
This is one of the latest methods for treating this condition. During treatment strong bursts of laser light are passed through the vein which make it disappear. Since, lasers are known to be accurate and direct it removes veins quickly and more effectively. However, patients have been known to feel some painful heat sensation which doctors tend to reduce using various cooling methods. That being said laser surgery is not advisable for veins larger than 3mm.
Endovenous methods
This method combines radio frequency and laser technology to effectively treat spider veins. A micro sized catheter is first placed into the affected vein. The device then sends laser energy which shrinks and finally seals the vein wall.
Surgery
Surgery is used to remove large spider veins. A doctor will surgically seal shut the vein and remove it from the leg. However, doctors will only be able to remove veins which are located near the surface of the skin, ones which are responsible for collecting blood from the skin.
Endoscopic vein surgery
This type of leg vein treatment utilizes a tiny camera that looks inside of the veins after which these are removed by small cuts. This procedure like surgery needs to be carried out under anesthesia but patients will return to their normal routine within a few weeks.
Regardless, of what form of treatment you opt for to treat leg veins there is a chance that it will return after a few years. The easiest and probably the most effective way of preventing this condition from developing is to wear graduated compression support socks / stockings. The more frequently you're able to wear these stockings the longer it will take for the veins to form.
Friday, April 12, 2013
The Biggest Makeup Mistakes - From a Man's Perspective
The right makeup on a woman can do a great deal to improve her sex appeal from a guy's perspective. While men don't tend to take the same interest in a woman's eyeliner as they do in say their miniskirts, we do tend to still decide who we're most attracted too based on their facial beauty rather than their body, and makeup can make a big difference to this. Just try it and see for yourself - go to a club with no makeup on and see how many men chat you up compared to a normal night with your face fully made up. Some smoky eyeliner and shimmering lip gloss can make you look like a cover model and put you from a 5 to a 10 by most men's estimations, even if they aren't sure why.
That said though, for makeup to have this effect you do need to have the right makeup, and getting it wrong can actually have quite the opposite effect for most guys and be a real turn off. Here are some of the biggest mistakes to avoid if you don't want to make guys cringe.
Gloopy Eyelashes
I have a theory that some aspects of a woman's appearance are for the benefit of men, while others are for the benefit of her or other women. Take for instance a frilly dress - women love it but men aren't all that interested, whereas a tightly fitted short skirt is much more up our alley.
Mascara is kind of the 'frilly dress' of makeup. Women get a big kick out of giving themselves huge 'lashes' but actually most men find them off putting rather than attractive. Smokey eye shadow and eye liner yes, but huge peacock feathers for eyelids no. Worst of all though, is getting this wrong and putting on too much mascara so that your eyelashes gloop together. Don't believe me? Ask Chandler from Friends who stopped dating a woman based entirely on her gloopy mascara in one episode...
'Shotgun Makeup'
Shotgun makeup means essentially overdoing it and crossing the fine line between 'model-esque' makeup and 'prostitute' makeup. If you are going to use bright colours and thick layers then make sure you keep this to one feature. Red lipstick is great, but it means you need to tone down the eye shadow or vice versa. Otherwise you'll just look like a clown...
Orange Skin
Caking on foundation is never a good look, especially if it means your face protrudes an extra inch. When this foundation is also orange though, you just end up looking ridiculous ad not exactly classy.
Transferable Makeup
Another problem for guys is when your makeup is transferable. In other words, if your face is in danger of coming off on anything you touch then not only will you look like you're melting within a few hours, but guys will also be afraid to go anywhere near you. We want to kiss your red lips yes, but not wear your lipstick...
That said though, for makeup to have this effect you do need to have the right makeup, and getting it wrong can actually have quite the opposite effect for most guys and be a real turn off. Here are some of the biggest mistakes to avoid if you don't want to make guys cringe.
Gloopy Eyelashes
I have a theory that some aspects of a woman's appearance are for the benefit of men, while others are for the benefit of her or other women. Take for instance a frilly dress - women love it but men aren't all that interested, whereas a tightly fitted short skirt is much more up our alley.
Mascara is kind of the 'frilly dress' of makeup. Women get a big kick out of giving themselves huge 'lashes' but actually most men find them off putting rather than attractive. Smokey eye shadow and eye liner yes, but huge peacock feathers for eyelids no. Worst of all though, is getting this wrong and putting on too much mascara so that your eyelashes gloop together. Don't believe me? Ask Chandler from Friends who stopped dating a woman based entirely on her gloopy mascara in one episode...
'Shotgun Makeup'
Shotgun makeup means essentially overdoing it and crossing the fine line between 'model-esque' makeup and 'prostitute' makeup. If you are going to use bright colours and thick layers then make sure you keep this to one feature. Red lipstick is great, but it means you need to tone down the eye shadow or vice versa. Otherwise you'll just look like a clown...
Orange Skin
Caking on foundation is never a good look, especially if it means your face protrudes an extra inch. When this foundation is also orange though, you just end up looking ridiculous ad not exactly classy.
Transferable Makeup
Another problem for guys is when your makeup is transferable. In other words, if your face is in danger of coming off on anything you touch then not only will you look like you're melting within a few hours, but guys will also be afraid to go anywhere near you. We want to kiss your red lips yes, but not wear your lipstick...
Thursday, April 11, 2013
How To - Tips For Proper Facial Cleansing
The other day, as I was hanging with two local fashion girls in the midst of a shoot for a good friend the subject, as it often does when I'm around, turned to skin care and makeup. The girls had some good questions for me about products, which made me realize that maybe I need to re-visit some basic truths about cleansing your face. I am a staunch believer that even with all the miracle creams, mircoderms, peels, dermaplaning etc. nothing beats proper cleansing. I find most often, that it is the step at which women (and men) go wrong: we tend to misdiagnose a pimple as acne, or dehydration as dry skin.
Here is an easy way to find out if you are using the right cleansing product for your skin.
Wash your face with your normal cleanser, then do nothing: no toner, no moisturizer, nothing. How does it feel? Does it feel tight or dry? If so you are using a cleanser that is too strong for your skin. After cleansing your skin should feel fresh and clean not stripped of oil.
Then, leave your face alone (no products) and make a mental note of how long it takes before your skin becomes shiny or oily. If it becomes shiny within 15-30 minutes, you likely have oily skin, if you find that it happens by noon then your skin falls into the normal range, if it never really becomes shiny or oily or not until late in the day then your skin is likely dry.
Equally as important is the moisture content of your skin, are you dehydrated? One way to check is to pull skin taught at the jaw line then with your other hand push up the skin to compress the pores together. If you are dehydrated your skin will have a somewhat rhinoceros or reptilian like texture. FYI it doesn't matter what skin type you have, you can be dehydrated!
If you find that you are over cleansing, dehydrated, or breaking out from over cleansing here are a few great basic cleansers to try.
Cetaphil is a good all purpose cleanser but it works best with an old school method that I learned years ago. Massage the cleanser on dry skin, take a soft muslin cloth dampened in warm water, lay it over the face, press in slightly then remove wiping off the cleanser, follow that by rinsing 10-15 times with warm (not hot) water. This will help clear your pores and keep skin fresh.
Another more natural version is Burts Bees Soap Bark and Chamomile Deep Cleansing cream. Use as instructed with Cetaphil and your skin will be super clean but not super dry.
Of course if you have skin conditions and questions that cannot be addresses by simply cleansing always check with your doctor or dermatologist.
Here is an easy way to find out if you are using the right cleansing product for your skin.
Wash your face with your normal cleanser, then do nothing: no toner, no moisturizer, nothing. How does it feel? Does it feel tight or dry? If so you are using a cleanser that is too strong for your skin. After cleansing your skin should feel fresh and clean not stripped of oil.
Then, leave your face alone (no products) and make a mental note of how long it takes before your skin becomes shiny or oily. If it becomes shiny within 15-30 minutes, you likely have oily skin, if you find that it happens by noon then your skin falls into the normal range, if it never really becomes shiny or oily or not until late in the day then your skin is likely dry.
Equally as important is the moisture content of your skin, are you dehydrated? One way to check is to pull skin taught at the jaw line then with your other hand push up the skin to compress the pores together. If you are dehydrated your skin will have a somewhat rhinoceros or reptilian like texture. FYI it doesn't matter what skin type you have, you can be dehydrated!
If you find that you are over cleansing, dehydrated, or breaking out from over cleansing here are a few great basic cleansers to try.
Cetaphil is a good all purpose cleanser but it works best with an old school method that I learned years ago. Massage the cleanser on dry skin, take a soft muslin cloth dampened in warm water, lay it over the face, press in slightly then remove wiping off the cleanser, follow that by rinsing 10-15 times with warm (not hot) water. This will help clear your pores and keep skin fresh.
Another more natural version is Burts Bees Soap Bark and Chamomile Deep Cleansing cream. Use as instructed with Cetaphil and your skin will be super clean but not super dry.
Of course if you have skin conditions and questions that cannot be addresses by simply cleansing always check with your doctor or dermatologist.
Must-Try Beauty Resolutions
After a particularly stressful 2012 we vowed that we would find a way to balance our lives ie: less stress, more sleep etc. in 2013... and then life started back up again and resolutions flew out the window. And even though I dole out skin care and beauty advice with good intentions to my clients I know, I am guilty of a few bad habits as well. So if you want to look better, firmer, younger or just plain refreshed in 2013 here are a few beauty resolutions you can try now and throughout the year, and in the process benefit in a few other areas as well.
Make a pact with yourself to take off your makeup before bedtime- I know, it sounds easy, but even I have succumbed at the end of a particularly hectic day to falling into bed and forgetting to cleanse. This nasty little habit is enemy número UNO to your skin. All that icky bacteria, dirt, makeup and sweat sinks deeper into your skin overnight, and when your skin should be repairing itself it's actually getting more damage from all the yuck that has been left behind. Try cleansing your skin earlier in the evening rather than waiting right before bedtime to give your skin time to breathe. Plus cleansing earlier will help to you to avoid startling yourself out of a near slumber when you suddenly realize you forgot to wash.
Set a once a week routine to -Wash your makeup brushes!
I can't think of a more important weekly beauty routine than this; yet, it's the one thing that majority of women never do. To put it gently, your makeup brushes collect dirt, bacteria, sloughed off dead skin cells and yes oodles of old makeup all swirled in to one nasty little fluffy brush, then you smear it all over your face-daily. Sounds like a scene from a horror movie, no? Get in the habit of washing your brushes once a week with a mild baby shampoo, Woolite detergent or an organic soap. I love Dr Bronners myself as it gets out every ounce of dirt and smells yummy.
Apply sunscreen daily!
Sometimes, I really can't believe how many people don't wear sunscreen. Often I hear "my makeup has sunscreen in it." Guess what love, the people who made that makeup, didn't factor in that you live in the hottest pace on Earth, the fact that you worked up a sweat running after the kids all day etc. So back up that makeup with a primary layer of good old fashion SPF 30. Sun damage and skin cancers generally occur from the cumulative exposure to sun throughout our lifetime and you will be thanking me later for nagging you to do this daily routine!
Eat five a day of fruits and veggies!
Sorry, I had to go there. Most of us don't eat enough fruits and veggies and if we did we would see a major change in our skin. Eating a diet rich in greens like spinach, kale and broccoli plus anti oxidant charged blue, straw and raspberries will make your skin glow, with fewer breakout and ultimately firmer skin. And the overall impact it has on your health, a flatter tummy, weight loss and improved health is the biggest bonus you could ask for.
Drink your 8!
It's not a secret that water is the best thing you can drink and the benefits are far-reaching: it hydrates the skin, flushes out toxins, and helps brain, muscle and metabolism functions. Eight 8-12oz glasses a day are recommended for optimum health.
Make a pact with yourself to take off your makeup before bedtime- I know, it sounds easy, but even I have succumbed at the end of a particularly hectic day to falling into bed and forgetting to cleanse. This nasty little habit is enemy número UNO to your skin. All that icky bacteria, dirt, makeup and sweat sinks deeper into your skin overnight, and when your skin should be repairing itself it's actually getting more damage from all the yuck that has been left behind. Try cleansing your skin earlier in the evening rather than waiting right before bedtime to give your skin time to breathe. Plus cleansing earlier will help to you to avoid startling yourself out of a near slumber when you suddenly realize you forgot to wash.
Set a once a week routine to -Wash your makeup brushes!
I can't think of a more important weekly beauty routine than this; yet, it's the one thing that majority of women never do. To put it gently, your makeup brushes collect dirt, bacteria, sloughed off dead skin cells and yes oodles of old makeup all swirled in to one nasty little fluffy brush, then you smear it all over your face-daily. Sounds like a scene from a horror movie, no? Get in the habit of washing your brushes once a week with a mild baby shampoo, Woolite detergent or an organic soap. I love Dr Bronners myself as it gets out every ounce of dirt and smells yummy.
Apply sunscreen daily!
Sometimes, I really can't believe how many people don't wear sunscreen. Often I hear "my makeup has sunscreen in it." Guess what love, the people who made that makeup, didn't factor in that you live in the hottest pace on Earth, the fact that you worked up a sweat running after the kids all day etc. So back up that makeup with a primary layer of good old fashion SPF 30. Sun damage and skin cancers generally occur from the cumulative exposure to sun throughout our lifetime and you will be thanking me later for nagging you to do this daily routine!
Eat five a day of fruits and veggies!
Sorry, I had to go there. Most of us don't eat enough fruits and veggies and if we did we would see a major change in our skin. Eating a diet rich in greens like spinach, kale and broccoli plus anti oxidant charged blue, straw and raspberries will make your skin glow, with fewer breakout and ultimately firmer skin. And the overall impact it has on your health, a flatter tummy, weight loss and improved health is the biggest bonus you could ask for.
Drink your 8!
It's not a secret that water is the best thing you can drink and the benefits are far-reaching: it hydrates the skin, flushes out toxins, and helps brain, muscle and metabolism functions. Eight 8-12oz glasses a day are recommended for optimum health.
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Saturday, February 16, 2013
An Information Guide for rudimentary nails Everlasting
This is why, since past times, there has been an extended standing obsession with gorgeous trying nails ab initio among women. within the gift day the market place is overflowing with totally different wares to facilitate you to appear once your fingernails be it on the hands or toes. there's a good form of grooming tools and cosmetic merchandise offered concerning everyplace for simple access to nice nails. allow us to have a glance at a number of the foremost basic tools to stay your pincers content!
Nail creams
Nail creams are one in every of the most effective unreal merchandise for hands and feet nails. The nail creams not solely assist you strengthen your nail by giving them a supermolecule and mineral boost however additionally defend your nails from obtaining over dry, broken or cracked. The nail creams also are known to avoid ail splits and cure them.
These days, nail creams are available a mixture of hand and nail cream and foot and nail cream. These combos additionally facilitate to groom the hand and feet along side the nail and provides them a soft and wet feel and facilitate get obviate calluses, dry skin etc. to allow you a well plastered look.
Nail Manicure and Pedicure tools
The best thanks to beware of and groom your nails is to induce an everyday manicure and pedicure. Not solely can it facilitate your nails however additionally your hands and feet; to not mention supplying you with a chance to relax and handle yourself. The tools for such treatments are varied however a number of basic prerequisites, if you propose to allow this treatment to yourself are nail enamel wipes and Nail brush , removers , Cuticle cutter cream, Cuticle cream, cuticle stick, cuticle pusher and eventually nail cutter and file.
When longing for nail enamel wipes, try to realize lint free wipes as they're going to not leave any lint residue on your nails post the treatment, permitting you to use swish polish on your nails. Also, once selecting a cuticle stick or a cuticle pusher, it's knowing invest during a soft however firm rubber or soft wood stick. Avoid employing a metal cuticle stick because it is more durable.
Nail Polish and Polish Remover
There is large form of nail varnishes to settle on from these days. the colour pallet is astounding as are the categories of varnishes offered. you'll make a choice from gentle to high opaque shades to high gloss colours and from extreme glitters and metallic’s to gothic shades. these days you'll even realize double shaded nail paints that modification color after they are available contact with the ultraviolet light Rays of the sun. the alternatives are unlimited!
When selecting a nail enamel remover, it's higher to speculate a number of additional greenbacks and select a non-alcoholic remover as this can profit your nails within the long-standing time and forestall nail injury like status, breakage etc.
Nail files and buffers
Nail files and nail buffers are the foremost introductory nail grooming implements offered these days. These instrumentsare accustomed provide form to the nails and high them off with a swish surface. The nail file are often accustomed provide any form to the nail. the foremost widespread shapes are spherical and square.
These shapes are nice for everyday wear and provides the nails a classy and chic look. once filing nails to allow them form, it's necessary to recollect to file solely in one direction as not doing thus can cause them to go away uneven edges and splits on the nail which might cause cracks within the long-standing time.
If your nail surface may be a bit uneven or lacks radiance you'll choose to use a buffer to buff the highest of your nail to allow it a spontaneous shine and evenness. but do not recourse to buffing over a handful of times each 3 weeks close to because it strips the nail of its natural oils and additionally thins the nail, creating it weaker and additional prone to injury. forever high a buffing session with associate degree application of a nail reinforcement.
Friday, January 11, 2013
7 Beauty Tips for Looking Younger
The truth is we begin the aging process as soon as we leave the womb. Each day of our lives our bodies slough off and regenerate new cells. The speed at which this process takes place when we are children is quite different as we age.
Every day you daily with advertising messages and beauty tips that you believe that the last miracle drug is just what you need in the fight against the ravages of Mother Nature trying to get bombed.
We are living longer as a whole. One, who can be a blessing or a curse, depending on your point of view.The best way to natural beauty and healthy skin is to take care of what you have. Sounds easy, does not it? The truth is that your skin takes a beating from the environment every day. Here are some of our favorite beauty tips to keep your skin fresh and healthy:
1: Stay hydrated and do it with lots of water! That does not mean soda, caffeine or any other type of liquid, even if it is low cal bicarbonate (even diet soda) has a high concentration of sodium. Sodium holds liquid. You need liquid to hydrate and cleanse your body free of toxins. Make sure you drink at least 8 glasses of water per day!
2: Protect your skin against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. We all love the sun. We love being in it and we love a nice tan. The truth is, you can be poisoned by too much sun. UV rays can cause skin cancer and if that was not enough it causes your skin to age faster than expected. Contributing to unsightly wrinkles If you need to play in the sun, make sure you use an appropriate sunscreen. Do not leave home without it!
3: Keep your skin clean. Use a soft, warm blanket. The skin does not require washing. They will do more harm than good if you do.
4: The best remedy for wrinkles is to never have them in the first place! If you're like most of us, you have not listened to your mother when they tell you to stay in the shade, stand up and stop trying to squint!
5: Eat healthy. How and what to eat can make a big difference in how you feel. A poor diet can lead to a gain of depression, weight, disease and general lethargy.
Weight gain causes your skin to stretch. Older, it loses its elasticity and you're left with sagging skin.The best solution is to maintain a proper weight.
A rule of thumb for eating habits are ... Do not eat more calories than you consume. Do not go a single day without something. Extra and physical for at least 30 minutes per day This can be 10 minutes walking three. Or 30 minutes of vigorous aerobics, or 12 minutes of strength training and 18 minutes.
6: Do not worry, be happy. A happy prospect seems to trigger the release of endorphins. Endorphins relax the cardiovascular system and cytokines, the immune system, to alert the attention of the detection of abnormalities such as cancerous cells to pay. Listen carefully for you. If you yourself since childhood, life, negative subliminal messages can wreak havoc by taking a pessimist. Spend a week writing the sentences you in your "self talk." Chances are that you will find that you have a dozen sentences again and again and come to reinforce this negative image. If you know them, you can change them. Inner and outer beauty go hand in hand joy.
Here are some quick tips for the joy, hope and optimism growing, whatever the age of your work:
Make a list of 50 great things that happen every day.
Laugh a lot. You heal your body and mind.
Discover a new challenge each month.
Try meditating for just five minutes a day.
7: Sex after 50 - Ha! How many of you jumped at the beginning of this section?
The importance of physical intimacy actually depends on the couple. An alarming number of people used to be used for sex after age 60 and women around. Feel that their sex life ended with menopause Fortunately, this is no longer the case.
Sex in middle age can actually better and more satisfying than ever. Term gives the experience of a couple more in love. Children are usually grown and left home. The pressure of building a career and life are usually less stressful than in younger years.
Beauty is really skin deep?The answer is yes and no. It is a paradox, is not it? True beauty starts from within. Do not you wish there was a way to "wriggle your nose" and even that? Carnation you had as a kid Well, until someone comes up with the true "Fountain of Youth" We are what we are stuck.
Remember that age does not necessarily mean, getting old.
6 Common Cosmetic Dental Procedures Explained
Cosmetic dentistry provides many people with a confident smile, and also corrects many dental anomalies. Six of the most common cosmetic dental procedures are:
1. Dental bonding: This is done to fill the gaps in the teeth and to fill spots and chips. The method comprising applying a resin material to the tooth composite. The material is available in several colors, is formed to cover the desired area. It was then dried using a high intensity light, or a chemical. Method causes no discomfort to the patient, except when small tooth is rough. Dental bonding does not require more than one visit to the dentist and is relatively cheap compared against other dental techniques.
2. tooth contouring and reshaping: This procedure quick, inexpensive and noninvasive used to correct dental problems such as overlaps, shallow pits and grooves in the enamel, worn edges and broken teeth. The dentist uses a grinding tool to remove a small amount of tooth enamel and reformed. The fusion process is performed only by dentists after eliminating X-ray confirmed that require training teeth made strong enough to withstand some loss of enamel. The process is completed by smoothing and polishing the edges of the newly contoured tooth. The process usually requires a follow-up visit after the first visit.
3. Mouthguard and watches: These are devices that provide protection plastic mouth during exercise and sleep. Mouthguard disperse shock caused by violent contact and thus protect the head and neck. They are produced by using a distribution of the teeth. The mask can be stock, mouth-formed, is or customized. Prevent bruxism night guard between the teeth during sleep. They are ideal for people with worn teeth, those who suffer from pain in the jaw, and people with teeth that are sensitive to cold.
4. Halitosis or bad breath: The breakdown of food particles by bacteria in dental plaque, in the column on the tongue between the teeth and leads to the production of volatile sulfur compounds (VSC) that cause bad breath. Periodontal disease is also a cause of bad breath. Dentists determine the quantity of product by using a Halimeter VSC. Treatment usually after a prescribed oral hygiene, which may include the use of oral irrigators, artificial saliva, tongue scrapers, etc.
5. Teeth Whitening: This treatment is useful for removing stains that appear due to the consumption of tea, coffee, cigarettes and wine. Bleaching is carried out with bleaching gel, normally performed hydrogen or carbamide peroxide. The gel decomposes releasing oxygen molecules that penetrate the enamel and dentin and disintegrating stains. The duration of effect is needed, depends on the source of the stain and varies from a few hours to several weeks.
6. crowns and bridges teeth can be repaired after an accident or excessive degradation be treated by the use of a crown, which is an artificial replacement for the upper part of the tooth. A bridge is approximately a replacement tooth is held in place by two rings, which are bonded to adjacent teeth.
5 Myths About Rhinoplasty – Revisited
1. Each plastic surgeon can rhinoplasty - Technically, yes. Most plastic surgeons have rhinoplasty on their list of procedures performed. However, this does not mean that every plastic surgeon rhinoplasty can achieve good results. Nose surgery is a difficult procedure, both medical and artistic view. A plastic surgeon must have a thorough knowledge of the internal anatomy of the nose and respiratory system functioning, so that the reshaped nose is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also fully functional. Since the nose is an important factor in the overall appearance of our face, the plastic surgeon must also have a sense of craftsmanship, have a nose that fits perfectly with the rest of the patient's face to create.
2. Rhinoplasty is motivated by vanity - Despite widespread belief that people get nose surgery solely for cosmetic reasons, it is not uncommon for this procedure to respiratory problems (eg, septal deviation) in addition corrected to improve the appearance of the nose. At the same time, it was found that patients who are not satisfied with the appearance of their nose with rhinoplasty can lead to physical and emotional transformation that will improve their confidence and ultimately their quality of life. From this point of view, the effect of rhinoplasty therapeutic treatment of a gratification of vanity patients more comparable.
3. Rhinoplasty is painful - Unlike other plastic surgery procedures like breast implants or tummy tuck, rhinoplasty is not usually painful. Most surgeons perform rhinoplasty under general anesthesia, so you completely asleep and not feel a thing. After surgery, you need a small nose cast for 7 to 10 days in which you probably feel congested, as if a cold. The area around the nose and eyes may be swollen and bruised (especially if your nose has been changed), but the symptoms you feel after surgery is minimal.
4. Everyone noticed that you had a nose job - If your nose requires a major change - such as eliminating a large bump - people around you can actually notice the difference in your nose. However, if your nose needs only a refinement of the tip or bridge, chances are the perceived change in your appearance will be less dramatic than expected. After all, nobody knows the features of your face as you are, so that a slight modification, it may not be very obvious to the outside world. Also, keep in mind that a good surgeon will avoid reaching a "running nose", and instead seek a balance between your reshaped nose and the rest of your face, so that they complement each course.
5. Rhinoplasty nose you get your dream - While rhinoplasty can dramatically improve the appearance of your nose, there are certain limits that you can make a plastic surgeon based on your given bone and skin structure. At the same time there is a chance that you. Not completely satisfied with the results of surgery statistics show that require between 10% and 15% of rhinoplasty is a secondary process to improve or correct the results of the first. This is sometimes due to the healing of the nose and development in a way that the surgeon can not predict or control. In other cases, the patient is not satisfied with the final results due to poor communication with the doctor about the expected outcome of the transaction. However, it is the appearance of an exception rather than the rule, since most patients to be more happy with their appearance after surgery than previously reported.
So what is the key to achieving success with the nose of your dreams? To return to the point one - he carefully studied, selecting and communicating with your doctor! How long he or she has nasal surgery implementation? What is accreditation surgery? What is their safety record look like? Take a good luck at the pictures of her rhinoplasty patients - not the nose reshaped to match your idea of beauty? Can you imagine your own nose like that? If you do, the next step is to ensure that you and your doctor. A very clear idea of what you expect, that your nose should look and what is feasible from a medical standpoint Armed with a good knowledge and positive attitude, you're on your way to a more attractive and confident YOU
3 Ways to Increase HGH (Human Growth Hormone) Amounts in Your Body
There are three delivery systems that add HGH into the system: homeopathic sublingual sprays, injections or pharmaceutical pills that stimulate the release of HGH by the pituitary gland. With three options the goal is the same: to increase the measurable IGF-1 in the body in order to obtain the benefits of youth. The brief discussion below on the three therapies will help you discover which protocol is right for you.
The human growth hormone pills:
When you buy a pill form of HGH you should know in advance that there is no HGH in the product. Read the ingredients. Only amino acids and other stimulants stacked all kinds. Even though the product name might be "HGH release" or "HGH precursor," no HGH in the product. It works by stimulating the pituitary gland to produce more HGH.
There is good news and bad news. The good news is that it really works. The bad news is that it only works for 4-8 weeks. Then your over-stimulated pituitary said "no more" and stops being stimulated. It really is a terrible parody, because just when you start to say "hey this is great," everything is closed. Just when you realize that you have lost, you lose again.
In addition, I was afraid of this therapy later in reports that taking stacked amino pills "growth hormone" can increase the levels of cortisol in your body, which is very unhealthy. Thus, while the choice came down to putting the actual hormone into my body through injections or oral sprays.
Shots human growth hormone:
Almost all sites will tell you that HGH shots cost between $ 10,000 and $ 20,000 per year. Not at all. You can easily find available for about $ 3,000 per year, and even lower if you go through Mexican pharmaceuticals. Needles today are very safe and usually painless.
But hit me twice a day, twenty days per month, I do not think the routine of a healthy person should do, no matter how fast and easy it is. Call me picky if you want, I do not care. This may suit some people, and if you do, you can consider going for it. Not me.
Those who take HGH injections should be aware that some problems have been reported with "high" or "on" rates, so anyone using this protocol would be wise to be clinically monitored regularly by a doctor.
HGH Oral Spray:
So HGH spray option was the one I chose, especially considering the fact that I did not know if the product they provide retailers wanted. It seemed to be the most benign, safe, gentle therapy that produced excellent results, and the price was reasonable between $ 500 and $ 1,250 per year.
The amounts of content herbal and nutritional label of the product can be very misleading. What matters is not the nutritional content on the label, but the amount of nutrients absorbed by the body cells. Sprays provide excellent absorption when micro-beads or droplets of a nutrient medium are taken into the body through the lining of the mouth or nose. The capillaries are very close to the surface in these areas and easily absorbed by the bloodstream HGH. The flow of nutrients absorbed from the region of the mouth is at the carotid artery and then to the brain, heart, and in the 22 to 30 seconds. In a few minutes, is totally dispersed throughout the body.
As for Vaporizing is, it is my belief that if and when independent clinical trials are made from all aerosol products they all basically be close to their effectiveness. All contain the same amount of growth hormone (HGH). Some add a little woman, some add a small male. I chose the one I thought most homeopathic prepared more carefully because I knew they had in their manufacture and would probably be more gentle on my system.
Learn everything you can about the human growth hormone and make their own decisions about the direction you want to go. No matter what age you start taking HGH you will enjoy the results.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Looking Past Rotten and Seeing Potential
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Now that is an opener for you…I have to say that I absolutely love rotten fruit…well, not completely over the top rotten…but most definitely very over-ripe, brown tinged, fragrant sitting on my counter fruit. What do I see??? I see potential…I see that with some blending and mixing that I can create wonderful healthy foods. I look past the rotten and into the beautiful creation of OMG…this is over the top fabulous (one of my fav words) and so good for me. YES…I even maintain a positive attitude about rotten fruit…do I toss it…NO WAY…it has potential…potential to become something better than before. This can apply to who I am as a person as well…when I was injured…did I toss in the towel…throw myself away….give-up…NO, NO, and again…NO. I saw potential with a little mixing and blending of different therapies and exercise, I DID become better than I was. So, YES…do I go over the top about such things as rotten, over-ripe fruit…well...YES…that is ME. I savor every small thing in life because they are truly the big things…and tonight…the rotten overripe fruit is the BIG thing that I am going to create something very special with.
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I also think…why throw away a perfect piece of rotten fruit…OH MY…what a waste of $$$$...and I am not about doing that. In fact, as I have shared in the past, I am all about saving every penny I can, clipping that coupon, and the deals…RIGHT…who does not want a DEAL. OK…off that save money by saving the rotten fruit soap box. Getting back to what I am doing with two rotten bananas and pears…creating another version of my Stay Healthy Omega Muffin. If you have been following me, you know my passion for creative Stay Healthy cooking and baking. It is truly therapy for me. After a long work day, I find it so much fun to make a B-line to the kitchen and let the juices flow…no pun intended…but in a way…YES. Having a passion in life is so important with the balance of who I am….I truly enjoy working in my passion which to me is not really working. My sharing of Stay Healthy recipes is also a way I can reach out and motivate people to please get healthy and Stay Healthy with the one life that we all have. So…if that means saving rotten fruit and sharing what can be done to create healthy snacks…I will click on that video to do just that…share my passion for cooking, share the enjoyment of healthy baking, and showing the outcome of living this way….PRICELESS. I hope that this Blog comes to mind the next time you have rotten overripe fruit on your counter…and can look past the blemishes and into the potential that something better can happen with a little blending and mixing.
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Cardio Time: 45 Minutes ARC Trainer
Ended with Ball Work for my Core/Stretch
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Coffee, one cup
Stay Healthy Banana Omega Muffin
Post Workout Shake & ¼ cup raw pumpkin seeds
Egg Whites, palm of raw nuts, watermelon slice
Grilled Salmon
Stay Healthy Banana Pear Omega Muffin x 2 ~ fresh baked from the oven
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