Beauty Center

Look younger with Skin Care

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:31:00 +0000

How can you Look Younger without a lot of work few simple skin care and beauty tips?

Every one would love to be young always. But that is not possible as per the technology available today. May be one day... But there are options for you to improve your skin.

- You can get the attention off wrinkles by using highlighter on creases of your skin. As more light is reflected of here, that will reduce the shadow. If you use concealer instead, it will make the lines more visible.

- You can tighten and add tone to your skin by using a face mask. Even if the tightening effect is temporary and cosmetic, it has other positive aspects like clearing the clogs on your skin and conditioning your skin.

- How can you improve your droopy eyes? Once you groom your eye brows, your eye lids will look like they are lifted. The totality of your eye will be better visible after more of your skin start becoming visible around your eye brow bone.

- How can you lift your eyes? Your eyes will look much more open and appear alive, if you use a eye lash curler.

- As face powder tend to accumulate in wrinkles and creases of your face and make them more noticeable, avoid using them. They are not in style any more, either.

- You could pull your hair back in to a pony tail, provided you have enough length. A pony tail is considered hair style of the young people for one thing. Another advantage of a pony tail is that it pulls the skin near your fore head and temples up ward and reduce the wrinkles there. You can use bangs to hide the wrinkles on your fore head as well.

- Keep your skin cells hydrated well and luscious with the use of a good moisturizer. Make sure there is no mineral oil content in the moisturizer as it may clog your skin pores and may cause further pimples.

If you treat your skin well every day, that would give you younger looking skin. Make sure you moisturize and use a sun screen always, even below your make up. Exfoliate your skin at least twice every month or so.

Vitamin C And Your Skin

How is Vitamin C affecting your skin?

You may have already noticed the fact that Vitamin C is an ingredient of most skin care products.

What is the reason for this? Vitamin C helps in the creation of collagen which gives the skin it's elasticity.

How good is it? Many people tend to give favorable reports on its efficiency, even though the results depend on the person involved.

Most of the time you try some skin care products, it is going to take a while before you see the results. This is not so in the case of Vitamin C.

Tips for Making Healthier Fast Food Choices

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:04:00 +0000

America has been called a "fast food nation" and for good reason. Everyday, one out of four Americans eats fast food. If you are eating out, fast food restaurants are often the cheapest option, but unfortunately, not usually the healthiest one. Eating just one fast food meal can pack enough calories, sodium and fat for an entire day, but the quick-and-cheap temptation can be hard to resist.

As an informed customer, you can make healthier choices and still enjoy the convenience of fast food restaurants

Learning to make healthier choices at fast food restaurants

Making healthier choices at fast food restaurants is easier if you prepare ahead by checking guides that show you the nutritional content of meal choices at your favorite restaurants. Free downloadable guides help you evaluate your options. If you have a special dietary concern, such as diabetes, heart health or weight loss, the websites of national non-profits provide useful advice. You can also choose to patronize restaurants that focus on natural, high quality food.

If you don’t prepare ahead of time, common sense guidelines help to make your meal healthier. For example, a seemingly healthy salad can be a diet minefield when smothered in high-fat dressing and fried toppings, so choose a salad with fresh veggies, grilled toppings and a lighter dressing. Portion control is also important, as many fast food restaurants serve enough food for several meals in the guise of a single serving.

Top tips for healthy eating at fast food restaurants
Make careful menu selections – pay attention to the descriptions on the menu. Dishes labeled deep-fried, pan-fried, basted, batter-dipped, breaded, creamy, crispy, scalloped, Alfredo, au gratin or in cream sauce are usually high in calories, unhealthy fats or sodium. Order items with more vegetables and choose leaner meats.
Drink water with your meal. Soda is a huge source of hidden calories. One 32-oz Big Gulp with regular cola packs about 425 calories, so one Big Gulp can quickly gulp up a big portion of your daily calorie intake. Try adding a little lemon to your water or ordering unsweetened iced tea.
“Undress” your food. When choosing items, be aware of calorie- and fat-packed salad dressings, spreads, cheese, sour cream, etc. For example, ask for a grilled chicken sandwich without the mayonnaise. You can ask for a packet of ketchup or mustard and add it yourself, controlling how much you put on your sandwich.
Don't be afraid to special order. Many menu items would be healthy if it weren't for the way they were prepared. Ask for your vegetables and main dishes to be served without the sauces. Ask for olive oil and vinegar for your salads or order the dressing "on the side" and spoon only a small amount on at a time. If your food is fried or cooked in oil or butter, ask to have it broiled or steamed.
Watch portion size - an average fast food meal can run as high as 1000 calories or more, so choose a smaller portion size, order a side salad instead of fries, and don't supersize anything. At a typical restaurant, a single serving provides enough for two meals. Take half home or divide the portion with a dining partner. Sharing might make dessert (or something else indulgent) more of an option.
Watch your salt. Fast food restaurant food tends to be very high in sodium, a major contributor to high blood pressure. Don’t add insult to injury by adding more salt.
Avoid buffets – even seemingly healthy ones like salad bars. You'll likely overeat to get your money's worth. If you do choose buffet dining, opt for fresh fruits, salads with olive oil & vinegar or low-fat dressings, broiled entrees and steamed vegetables. Resist the temptation to go for seconds, or wait at least 20 minutes after eating to make sure you're really still hungry before going back for more.
Eat mindfully. Pay attention to what you eat and savor each bite. Chew your food more thoroughly and avoid eating on the run. Being mindful also means stopping before you are full. It takes time for our bodies to register that we have eaten. Mindful eating relaxes you, so you digest better, and makes you feel more satisfied.
Remember the big picture – Think of eating out in the context of your whole diet. If it is a special occasion, or you know you want to order your favorite meal at a nice restaurant, make sure your earlier meals that day are extra healthy. Moderation is always key, but planning ahead can help you relax and enjoy your dining out experience while maintaining good nutrition and diet control.

Guides can help you make healthier meal choices

Many fast food chains post nutritional information on their websites. Unfortunately, these lists are often confusing and hard to use. Instead you can go to other websites that provide health and nutrition information, but in easier to follow formats. Some even publish comparison downloadable guides or inexpensive pocket guides. Learn how to make a healthier meal selection at your favorite restaurant:

HealthyDiningFinder.com – allows you to search for restaurants offering a selection of healthier menu options and view the nutrition data for selected items. You can search for area restaurants or a specific restaurant.

Stop&Go Fast Food Nutrition Guide – this guide is particularly convenient and easy to use. Look up any of the major chain restaurants and find out how to make healthier choices. For more information, see below.

Guides for your individual needs

There are many websites geared toward how to make healthy choices at restaurants depending on your specific dietary needs, whether it is for diabetes, cancer, heart disease, or weight management. See below for specific listings.

Hair color tips

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 03:45:00 +0000

Getting your hair color right isn't a science. It's quite simple: Stick to colors that complement your skin tone, figure out if you're best off with single-process color or highlights and then decide if you're going to pay someone else to do it or do it yourself.

Here are 11 hair color tricks your hairdresser knows, from how to avoid the wrong color to how to do it yourself.

How to Choose the Perfect Shade of Blonde

Some women look good in any color (remember Linda Evangelista?) but most women don't. If you had blonde hair as a kid, you'll likely look good with blonde hair as an adult. If you have pink skin that burns easily, and blue or green eyes, you'll look great with blonde hair, but avoid strawberry shades. If you have sallow skin with yellow undertones? Stay away from deep golds.

See photos of famous blondes for inspiration.

If you are going the bottle route, never color your hair more than 2 shades lighter than your natural shade.

More tips here: How to pick the right hair color.

The Right Way to Go (or Stay) Brown

If you have super pale skin and brown hair, consider going lighter. Super dark shades can look ghastly and make you appear older (Eeek).

Once you've colored your hair, you should protect your investment with these 8 best products for colored hair.

Get inspired with this photo gallery of famous brunettes.

Can I Go Red?

Almost everyone can go red, what's most important is finding the right shade of red. If you want to go red, I suggest not trying it on your own. Get a professional consultation. You won't believe the number of emails I get from women writing in unhappy when they tried to go "ginger." ("Ginger" means red outside the US).

To Color or to Highlight, That's the Question

If you have a great base hair tone, you're better off with highlights. You don't want to mess with nature, you want to enhance it. But if your base color washes out your skin tone or is "blah," consider single-process color. Single-process color is cheaper than highlights.

Highlights look best when the stylist uses at least two different shades. Ask for more around your face, they can brighten your complexion.

Keep in mind that due to root growth, all-over coloring will need to be touched up every four to eight weeks, while highlights can last up to two or three months. At the salon, ask for a gloss treatment following your color. Gloss makes hair look shiny and healthy.

You're Going for Highlights, But Which Kind?

There are basically 4 types of highlights: basic foil highlights, baliage or "hair painting," chunking or "piecing" and lowlighting.

Foil highlights add strands of color to hair. You can get up to 5 different shades in hair to make it look more natural.

Baliage, or "hair painting," allows the stylist to add natural stripes of color to hair in large or smaller swaths. This is best for women with a great base color who want to go just a couple shades lighter.

Lowlighting allows the stylist to add darker shades to hair. This give color more contrast.

Should You Do It Yourself?

Home-color kits have come a long way in the past few years. They are perfect for busy people and those who want cut the cost of professional colorings. (We know of a couple top fashion editors who color their hair themselves).

If You're Going With a Box, Stick With Semipermanent Color

Semipermanent colors wash out after a few washes, whereas permanent colors have to grow out.

Some home hair coloring tips: rub Vaseline around your hairline as a protective measure before applying color. To remove after coloring, rub a small amount of cream cleanser and wipe off with cotton balls. Always wear gloves and wrap an old dark-colored towel around your shoulders. Rinse your eyes with water if you get color in your eyes. If you forgot the Vaseline and stained your skin, rub the area with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol-based toner.

Gray, Gray, Go Away, Don't Come Again Another Day

Gray hair can be resilient to hair dye because of its coarse texture. If your hair is less than 15 percent gray, opt for a semi-permanent color that's a shade lighter than your natural color (or matches your color).

Many women who are more than half gray opt to dye their hair blonde. For more information on coloring gray hair, check out this Q&A with stylist Antonio Gonzales of Eva Scrivo in NYC.

So You Hate Your Color? Don't Strangle the Stylist!

Don't be afraid to go back to the salon and talk to your stylist if you are not pleased with the results. There are all sorts of ways to fix color that's just not right. If you did it yourself with a semi-permanent color, look for a shampoo with "ammonium laurel sulfate" to wash away the color faster.

Your Color is Gorgeous, Now What?

Once you invest money in a hair color, you should protect your investment with the proper after-color care. Refresh your color by using a color-enhancing shampoo and conditioner once a week. These products deposit miniscule amounts of color into hair. Check out this list of the 8 best hair products for color-treated hair.

Uh-Oh. Your Roots Are Growing In

You can expect your color to last about 6 to 8 weeks before roots begin to show. If your hair is colored, get your roots touched up or do them yourself with a store-bought kit. I like Clairol Nice and Easy Root Touch Ups. Be sure and test the color first before applying. If you have highlights or lowlights, you can avoid having your whole head colored by asking your stylist to do your hairline, crown and part. A word of warning: Foil highlights require precise application and fixing dark roots is nearly impossible. Ask about easier to maintain highlighting techniques.

Black Hair Care Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:39:00 +0000

African-American/Black hair in general is more brittle, coarser, dryer and curlier (nappy) than those of non-African decent. Because of this hair care for a Caucasian would be different than for an African, who needs to be more careful when treating his/her hair because it is more delicate.

African-Black Hair Care Tips
A healthier lifestyle will result in healthier hair.

Massaging your scalp on a regular basis will stimulate oil production, which will help reduce the dryness of your hair.

Daily shampooing is not recommended, ethnic hair is dryer than other types of hair, shampooing strips away the oils from your hair so try shampooing once every 3 to 7 days instead.

If you engage in daily activities that cause you to sweat, it is recommended that you rinse your hair out with water and only use shampoo on occasion, but if you feel the need to use a mild shampoo, go ahead and do so.

Use a mild moisturizing shampoo with a low PH level when washing your hair.

Don't use a 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner, use a separate shampoo and conditioner, 2 in 1's aren't suited as well for dry hair.

When washing your hair rub only in one direction to avoid tangling.

Shower with warm water, hot water can dry and/or irritate the scalp.

Oil your scalp after shampooing, with your hair still moist, massage the oil into your scalp and brush out to the ends of your hair.

Use a conditioner when you shower, it'll moisturize your hair, give it extra protection, add shine, reduce static, and makes it easier to untangle.

Use a leave in conditioner, it'll hydrate and protect your hair. A leave in conditioner on your hair is the equivalent of moisturizer on your face.

Don't rub your hair dry with a towel, instead blot the water out of your hair, when you rub, it'll cause your hair to tangle and you'll also risk breakage.

Limit your use of "hot" items on your hair such as blow dryers.

Use a wide toothed comb or pick to comb your hair. It makes it easier to comb if your hair is slightly moist so the comb can slide easier across your hair. Using a leave in conditioner will also make your hair easier to comb. If your hair is very wet, wait until it dries more, hair is most fragile when it is wet.

If you encounter a tough knot or tangle use your fingers to loosen it and then continue combing.

Comb your hair to remove any tangles before brushing it, using a brush to detangle your hair will stretch your hair and may cause your hair to break off.

Use a soft boar hairbrush on your hair daily which will distribute the oil at the root of your hair and scalp to the rest of your hair. Dampen the brush slightly before brushing.

Get a hot oil treatment once a month which will remoisturize your scalp and hair.

Hair can get caught on cotton pillow cases and break when you are sleeping especially if you toss and turn a lot when you sleep. Using a satin or silk pillowcase where your hair will make it so that hair will slide across the pillowcase without getting caught.

An alternative to the silk pillowcase is to wear a silk or satin scarf over your hair before your sleep to prevent breakage.

Avoid hair products that contain alcohol which dry out your hair.

Bright Skin Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:24:00 +0000

It is always imperative that you know your skin type before you follow these simple get bright skin steps. You can either have oily skin, dry skin, or combination skin. Either way, make sure you analyze your skin before you choose any kinds of cleansers of products.

To get bright skin,you first must choose a good cleanser. Soap is only good for anything that is neck down. It can actually be damaging to your face, since the ingredients in the soap are a little harsh for your face. So find a good cleanser for your face and then for your body. For your face, I recommend a light cleanser that won't be too harsh on your face and that contains salicylic acid so that you can maintain a pimple-free face. Wet your face with warm water and apply a dime-sized amount of cleanser on. Rinse off with cold water as the cold water will minimize yourpores.

Next step to getting brighter skin: exfoliating. You must exfoliate both face and body. For the body, I recommend exfoliating 2-3 times a week for softer, younger looking skin, and of course to get rid of dead skin cells. For the face, use a light exfoliating scrub only once a week. Make a routine to exfoliate your face every Saturday. If you have oily skin you can exfoliate about 3-4 times a week. In the summer, exfoliating needs to be kicked up a notch because the sweat acts like glue to your skin and so it will cause the dead skin cells to stick together and coat your face and body.

Third step to getting brighter skin: moisturizer. As we are on the subject of brightness, I suggest a shimmery lotion for your body such as Nivea Silky Shimmer Lotion. Slather some on your legs, arms, chest, and shoulders and you
will look super hot as well as your skin will give out a nice glow. For your face, use a good moisturizing lotion that will calm your skin (you'll feel it). Be careful not to over do it because your pores can clog very easily.

Last step, apply sunscreen ( for the shimmery body lotion, apply the sunscreen before). Sun can cause a lot of damage to your skin as well as age your skin at a much faster rate. So take care of your skin and skip the blazing hot rays because in the need it really isn't worth it!

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10 tips for a Firm Sexy Butt!

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:06:00 +0000

10 tips for a Firm Sexy Butt!

The gluteus maximus or “glutes” as they are sometimes known as are actually the largest and strongest muscles in your entire body! Nice shapely buns are an exceptionally attractive feature for females and males alike. There are many different slang terms also used to describe this muscle group such as: buttocks, bum, backside, booty, bottom or ass.

You will need to have a proper training regime and a disciplined nutritional plan in place to attain great glutes. It will take some time to achieve a nice firm butt; however it is possible with focus and persistence.

Here are 10 tips to guide you in developing that firm sexy butt!

1. Participate in sports that keep you on your toes: Any form of exercise or activity that keeps us on our feet and moving or which otherwise generally works the legs will help us tone our glutes. This is especially true for any competitive sports because it causes the associated muscles intensely working to contract frequently, including the gluteus maximus. Sports that are amazing for glute development are Running, Walking, Cycling, Tennis, Racquetball, and Swimming as well as any team sports played on ice or a field.

2. Use weights instead of just body weight: To be much more effective and efficient in increasing your lean muscle mass and strength in your glutes, it is a good idea to add weight when you are doing your butt exercises. This will make them work harder and burn many more calories, plus save you time on your way to getting the results you seek. Use dumbbells or barbells for exercises such as squats, lunges, step-ups or wall sits.

3. Do really slow moving exercises: By eliminating momentum and fast moving exercises, which cheat you out of great results, will increase your effectiveness. By utilizing proper form and timing, your muscles will maximize the exercise potential and give them time to fully contract. Take for example doing a squat. I would suggest doing a count of 4 on the way down, pause for a split second and a count of 2-3 on the way back up.

4. Do isometric glute training: Isometrics are a form of exercising involving the static contraction of a muscle without any movement at a specific angle of a joint. This is excellent for building strength and much more effective for increasing power than dynamic exercises. Basically you would hold a specific position for a period of time until muscle fatigue or a set time. Personally, I love the Wall Ball Sit. Take a Swiss Ball and place it up against a wall and then with your legs at a 90 degree angle lean against the ball with your back and hold for as long as you can until your legs give out. To make it more challenging, time yourself, add some dumbbells and then continuously try to break your own record!!!

5. Gluteal Flexing: This can be virtually anywhere and at anytime. Of course you might not want to participate in public; however I will leave that up to you. Simply tighten the muscles of you gluteus maximus and hold the contraction. You can do short repetitions of 1-2 seconds or longer ones of 5-6 seconds then release and repeat. This is a great exercise when you are sitting at your desk, watching TV or working on your computer.

6. Cardio, cardio and more cardio: By focusing your energies on a substantial amount of cardiovascular training will exponentially help shape tight firm glutes! Spice it up and continuously do a variety of different machines. Concentrate on those that directly work the bottom such as the cross-trainer (in both directions), the stepper, stair climber and the rower. Personally I like to do about a half hour first thing when I get up and then another half hour after my one hour resistance training work out in the late afternoon, five days per week.

7. Exercises that target the glutes: It is essential to include some form of resistance exercise when developing nice shapely and strong buns! For the gluteus maximus I would suggest: Barbell and dumbbell squats, dead lifts, lunges, leg press, single leg kick backs and the butt blaster machine. For the gluteus medius you can include seated or cable adduction and abduction. A few other great exercises are the bridge, lying straight leg side raises and kneeling donkey kicks which can also be done with ankle weights for added resistance.

8. When targeting the glutes make sure you can see them: By having your butt in plain view is a great way to motivate you to work on it! Many people who don’t favour their rear end tend to hide it under long t-shirts or tie a long sleeve shirt around it. Everyone in the gym is there for the same reason and believe me by hiding it doesn’t make it magically disappear or go away. Remind yourself in the mirror by keeping it visible and get inspired to do something about it!!!

9. Sneak in some mini work outs throughout the day: A great way to get some bonus miles on your buns is to do exercises while you go through your day. In your office you can keep a set of ankle weights or light dumbbells to periodically take a break. On walks with your dog you can focus on lunging or doing a 90 degree wall sit against a tree. Standing in line at the bank or grocery store you can do calf raises or gluteal flexing. Get creative! It all adds up to a better bum!

10. Relax with a gluteal massage: I absolutely love having my buns participate in a therapeutic massage by a trained professional roughly once a month. By receiving deep muscle massage on your glutes, you will enhance the entire muscle group’s shape, tension and overall health. This is an excellent way to prevent muscle atrophy and restore the muscle group. Plus, it feels really, really good!

So here is a call to action, get up and off of your rear end and attain and maintain that firm sexy butt!!!

James Erdt
Joyzone Inc.
Founder / President
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Eyebrow make up tips

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:56:00 +0000

Filling In Your Eyebrows :

Brush brows downward with a dry, mascara-like wand. To define the arch, use the pencil to draw a line along the upper edge of the brow. Comb the brows upward and outward.

If brows have been severely overtweezed, brush the hairs in the direction of the growth, and fill in any visible patches with powder. Avoid adding to the top or bottom of the brows.

Control Your Brows :

Brush brows straight up and then check for hairs that are too long.
Snip any offending hair one at a time with a small pair of scissors.
Brush brows downward and check again.
Repeat the previous step, snipping any hair that seems to be too long.
Brush brows into place and check for any hairs that still might need attention.
Continue brushing and snipping until your brows can be brushed into place naturally.

Perfect Eyebrows :

Brush brows upward. Carefully trim any excess hair above the top of your natural arch. Be careful not to take off too much at the ends or you'll have brow "bald" spots.

Fill in sparse areas with a freshly sharpened brow pencil; use light, quick strokes to draw in hair. Brow powder will give thin brows overall definition, and is great for a more natural look. Using the brow brush, sweep powder up and outward over brows. If you're a brow novice, a tinted brow gel is a foolproof way to keep brows in place. Lightly coat brows using upward and outward strokes. Wipe off any excess and allow it to set.

Brow Color :
Did you know that brows should be a little lighter than your hair color? Yes, it's true...about two shades.However, if you are blond or gray, the opposite is true.

Brow Color :
Did you know that brows should be a little lighter than your hair color? Yes, it's true...about two shades.
However, if you are blond or gray, the opposite is true.

Are You Happy With The Look of Your Brows? :
If you have tried and tried and just can't get them right, perhaps a trip to the salon is in order. Have a staff member wax your brows (it doesn't take very long) and it will show you exactly what they could look like. After that, all you need to do is a little maintenance every week.

Brow Shapes For Very Small Eyes :
The last thing you need is heavy looking brows. Slowly remove some of the excess from the bottom of the brow.

Brow Shapes For Wide Set Eyes :
Follow the same instructions as those given for close set eyes but begin the brows just a little closer to the nose.

But it Hurts :
If plucking is just a little more painful that you can stand, you can apply a little Ambesol (from the drugstore) to numb the area.

Dyeing Your Eyebrows :
Don't attempt this at home. It a very dangerous thing to attempt that could result in blinding yourself. I'm including this tip because a reader asked for my thoughts on trying it themselves. I suggest checking out your cosmetic counter for the brow color that comes in tubes just like mascara. It will only take you seconds to apply and there is not danger.

Eyebrow Tip :
Did you know that your eyebrow is supposed to start directly above the inner corner of your eye? The hightest point should be just a little beyond the outer corner of the iris and should taper off to the end! So now you know!

Soothe Those Brow Tips :
If your Brow Tips Tips are red and irritated from plucking, soothe the area with the help of a few cool, wet, tea bags. It will help immediately.

Sparse Eyebrows :
One you have overplucked your brows, they simply might not grow back. So what do you do about sparse looking brows? Try this. Brush the brows down and then with an angled brush, apply a little color along the top of each brow. Carefully brush brows back into place and check to see if there are any gaps. If so, touch them up with a little powder and then set with a bit of gel on a brush or clear mascara.

Toothbrush Those Brows :
If you are having trouble taming those brows, here is another little trick. Take a toothbrush and spray with a little hair spray and then brush on brows. The stickiness of the hair spray will help keep them in place.

Trimming Brows :
This is another alternative to tweezing. Brush them up and the really long hairs will be very visible. Instead of tweezing and creating a hole, snip it with a pair of tiny scissors. Works wonderfully.

When Not To Pluck :

Try not to pluck right before your period. If it's going to hurt, this will be the time

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Eye Make Up Tips That Really Work To Add Health And Beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:45:00 +0000

Eye make up tips are provided on these pages to educate and entice you. There are countless tips that can be considered, but only the best are worth your time. Many of us realize that the eyes are the most essential part of the make up of the face. They are a window into just who we are. They are also a focal point for the rest of your make up. If done right, the make up will lure in those that are looking at you. That is what your goal is.

The Eyes Aren’t Everything

The make up that you use should be designed together, as a whole. From your eyes to your lipstick and everything in between, it all has to work together. Here you will find countless pages of information on how to formulate a look that helps to enhance your look and even that will define you. No matter what fashion trend you are pursuing or what beauty style you prefer, there are eye make up tips here that will allow you to be the very best at it.

Health Counts Too

One thing that should always be considered is the health of your eyes. Your vision should never be compromised for makeup and there is really no reason for that to happen either. Instead, you should be looking for overall health and well being with sensitive products, all natural products or those that are used correctly for health benefits.

There are many parts to the eye makeup tips that are provided here.

Eye Makeup

In the eye makeup section, you will find many of the tips that we all need. Consider what the right way to apply your eye makeup is. Do you need tips for the application process? Most of us would like to know what the beauty experts have to say on these matters and now you can learn the tips of the trade. Here, you will learn eyebrow tips, eyelash tips and eye makeup applications you will use the rest of your life.

Eye Cosmetics

Eye cosmetics are important, too. Here, you will learn about these products including how to use them, choose them and apply them. These beauty and toiletries are meant to help you to learn the proper selection of cosmetics that will benefit you overall. You will find information on eye creams, eyebrow enhancers, mascara, eyeliner, false eyelashes, concealers and eye makeup remover, plus much more.

Eye Health Care

Having healthy eyes is not a problem. Here, you will find eye health care tips and information. From the most natural approaches on, there is much to learn about how to use makeup and still have the quality vision you need. Healthcare is a must and always should come first. Find ophthalmology help that you need and the eye care you must have. Also, here is the place to find information about those wrinkles, puffy and baggy eyes, and the red eyes many of us face. Look for healthy remedy solutions here.

Finding Beauty Coupons and Promotions

When it comes to beauty, finding the best beauty coupons and beauty deals is a serious bonus. You want to have the perfect lipstick, the perfect eyeshadow, and the perfect look. But why settle on just one thing?

You need different looks for different occasions and moods. Finding beauty deals and using beauty coupons will help you save money while developing your looks. This means that you can buy more beauty products.

Different sites all over the net, including the manufacturers themselves, are constantly offering beauty deals, beauty coupons, and even free stuff. Check back often because deals change constantly.

Eye-Make-Up-Tips.com also features links and pages that will provide useful information as you go through your journey towards beauty. Find makeup tips, tools and resources that will surely come in handy for you.

In addition, you will find reviews for all major cosmetic brands; since there are so many different cosmetic brands to choose from and the choice might be overwhelming.

Eye make up tips like these are tips that everyone must have. Are you using the right eyeliner? Are you sure you are shaping your eyebrow the correct way? What about anti aging cream? Does it work? What are the top skin care products? There are plenty of questions and even more answers here for you to take full advantage of.

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How to get hot and sexy leg

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:36:00 +0000

“Nice, sexy and hot legs” if this is your dream, then forget your worries. Now your dream of having hot legs is just few steps ahead. You have to finish reading this and start acting upon the advice. You will be able to fulfill your dream of having sexy, hot legs in no time.

Here I’ll be pinpointing three mistakes which most of us do in an effort to fulfill our dream of getting sexy and hot legs and actually wreck any likelihood of getting nicely shaped, hot legs.

Mistake # 1 Long-distance jogging

Don’t do long distance jogging in an attempt to get hot legs. No doubt the long-distance jogging will make your legs thinner than before but you have to pay for this. Yes! You have to pay your muscle mass for this. Long distance running actually eats up the muscles.

Now one thing we should made clear in our mind that if we want to lose weight we have to lose our fat not the muscle mass. The reason behind this is that every one pound of muscle burns around 45 more calories in one day compared to the similar pound of fat. Thus losing the muscle mass actually means the slowing down of metabolism.

So make sure if you want to have nicely shaped and hot legs you have to do this by losing your fat cells and not by the muscle cells.

Mistake # 2 Avoiding Squats

First what is squat? Squat is the bending of knees until the point that hips come even lower to parallel with the knee joints. This has to be done with a bar on the back. No single exercise works better than the squat. So avoiding squat is the biggest blunder. For nice hot legs you have to squat. The more you squat the more beautiful your legs would be. Basically the squats give you nicely shaped and hot legs as compared to the shapeless legs that are not at all sexy. Ideal is to do 5 sets of 8 reps on alternate days.

Mistake # 3 Avoiding Dead lifts

First, what are the dead lifts? Dead lifts are picking up the bare ball with your two hands while keeping the back straight. The dead lifts works best for that part of legs which meets your buttocks. It not only gives you hot leg but also make your buttocks sexier. The firming and lifting of your buttocks completes the sexier look of your hot legs. Thus avoiding dead lifts is the third blunder.

Thus fulfilling your dream to get sexy and hot legs does not cost you anything. You just have to omit seriously these mistakes out of your exercising pattern.

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Top 10 Foods for Healthy Hair

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:18:00 +0000

When it comes to healthy hair, it’s not just what you put on your tresses that count -- it’s what you put in your body, too.

By Hilary Parker
WebMD Feature

Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD

"Lather, rinse, repeat" may be standard advice, but shampoo and conditioner alone won't give you the healthy hair you crave. For the most luxurious locks possible, you'll need to step out of the shower, and into the kitchen.

"Your hair grows about 1/4 to 1/2 inch every month, and the foundation of all of our new hair, skin, and nail growth is the nutrients we eat," says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RD, a Chicago-based dietitian. "If you eat a healthy diet, you will grow stronger and healthier cells throughout your entire body -- inside and out."

If you were born with fine, thin hair, you'll never have rope-thick tresses -- no matter what you eat -- but a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of growth-promoting protein and iron can make a difference, say nutrition and hair experts.

And beware of dietary supplements often marketed to thicken hair or make it grow faster. They may backfire.

"Even though you can find beauty supplements on the shelves of most stores, try to get the nutrients you need from foods whenever possible," Paradi Mirmirani, MD, a dermatologist in Vallejo, Calif., tells WebMD. "In rare instances, excess supplementation of certain nutrients, such as vitamin A, has been linked to hair loss."

Read on for the 10 top foods that should be the foundation of your healthy hair diet.

(What are some of the things you do to keep YOUR hair healthy and shiny? Talk with others on the Skin Care: Share Your Tips message board.)

Healthy Hair Food No. 1: Salmon

When it comes to foods that pack a beauty punch, it's hard to beat salmon. Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, this high-quality protein source is also filled with vitamin B-12 and iron.

"Essential omega-3 fatty acids are needed to support scalp health," says Andrea Giancoli, MPH, RD, a dietitian in Los Angeles and a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. "A deficiency can result in a dry scalp and thus hair, giving it a dull look."

Vegetarian? Include one or two tablespoons of ground flaxseed in your daily diet for some plant-based omega-3 fats.

Healthy Hair Food No. 2: Dark Green Vegetables

Popeye the Sailor Man didn't eat all that spinach for healthy hair, but he could have. Spinach, like broccoli and Swiss chard, is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which your body needs to produce sebum. The oily substance, secreted by your hair follicles, is the body's natural hair conditioner.

Dark green vegetables also provide iron and calcium.

Healthy Hair Food No. 3: Beans

Beans, beans, they're good for your ... hair?

Yes, it's true. Legumes like kidney beans and lentils should be an important part of your hair-care diet. Not only do they provide plentiful protein to promote hair growth, but ample iron, zinc, and biotin. While rare, biotin deficiencies can result in brittle hair.

Blatner, who is also a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association, recommends three or more cups of lentils or beans each week.

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How to Relieve Tight Skin

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:12:00 +0000

Tight skin is a direct result of dryness. You may have dry skin all over or only in certain areas — known as combination skin. It can feel itchy, irritable and above all, uncomfortable. Fortunately, you can take steps to help tight skin feel and look better. Here's how to lock in moisture without irritating your skin.

Custom cleansers

Use a cleanser that won’t strip skin’s natural oils. That means no bar soap! In Beauty: The New Basics, former beauty editor Rona Berg advises, “Soap should only ever touch your skin from the neck down.”Instead, choose mild, moisturizing cleansers to stave off dryness and tightness.

Dry skin. Pevonia Dry Skin Cleanser is ideal for relieving tightness. It contains safflower oil, hazel nut oil, arnica and other natural ingredients that gently cleanse the skin. DDF Sensitive Skin Cleansing Gel is another great choice for providing that fresh feeling without the tightness.
Combination skin. Got skin that’s oily in some spots, but dry and tight in others? Try a mild cleanser that washes off dirt, oil and impurities without causing irritation. Pevonia Combination Skin Cleanser blends safflower oil and grapefruit oil to alleviate drier areas, along with botanical ingredients that calm oilier spots.

Toner for tight types

Some experts say that toner isn’t necessary, especially for dry skin types. However, you may like how toner removes leftover residue from your cleanser and makes pores appear smaller. Toner can also restore skin’s pH balance, preventing dryness.

Dry skin. If you prefer to keep toner in your regimen, opt for a mild, hydrating formula with botanicals and humectants. Stay away from toners containing alcohol, which can exacerbate dryness and tightness. La Roche Hydraphase Toner is alcohol-free and specially formulated for hydrating dry, tight skin.
Combination skin. Banish any oil and residue left by your cleanser while promoting soft, smooth skin with SkinCeuticals Equalizing Toner. Its aloe and chamomile formula are perfect for soothing tight combination skin.

Moisturizing relief

What better way to heal tight skin than to moisturize it? Moisturizers retain water in the skin and provide a temporary barrier. If skin feels tight or itchy, avoid moisturizers containing heavy fragrances or preservatives like propylene glycol, quaternium-15 and imidazolidinyl urea, suggests CNN. These ingredients can further irritate skin and worsen tightness and dryness. Remember, the best time to apply moisturizer is after cleansing, because wet skin absorbs lotion better.

Dry skin. Choose a product loaded with emollients — like lactic acid or petroleum — and humectants — like glycerin or hyaluronic acid. What’s the difference? Emollients bolster “the moisture barrier in the lower layers of the skin,” writes Helen Foster, author of The Beauty Book. In contrast, humectants draw moisture into the skin from the atmosphere.

Try Pevonia Timeless Lotion, which contains glycerin and hyaluronic acid. Is your tightness only mild? Then check out a lightweight, water-based formula, like MD Skincare Auto Balancing Moisture, SPF 10.
Combination skin. Consider using two different moisturizers — an oil-free mattifying product on oilier areas and a deeper-hydrating product on drier spots. Excellent options include: AHAVA Smoothing Moisturizer Day - Normal to Dry and L'Occitane Red Rice Ultra Matte Face Fluid.

Or keep it simple with a moisturizer designed for combination skin, like Sundari Neem & Avocado Balancing Moisturizer for Normal to Combination Skin. Its natural botanicals add moisture to dry spots and minimize sebum in oily areas.

Body care

Arms and legs are common spots that feel tight and dry. That’s because these areas don’t have many sebaceous glands, which are responsible for producing oil. In turn, less oil might make skin dry, tight and itchy. Age can also be a contributing factor — as you get older, these glands become less active.

To fight the tight, arm yourself with a moisturizing arsenal.

In the shower, suds up with MD Skincare Moisturizing Body Wash. It washes away dirt while locking in skin’s moisture and nutrients. And because it’s fragrance-free, it’s perfect for sensitive or irritated skin.
Heavy body moisturizers offer a mega-dose of protection and hydration. ATOPALM MLE Body Lotion eases itchiness and irritation while strengthening the skin’s barrier and retaining moisture.

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Tips to wear miniskirt

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:05:00 +0000

A dress like mini skirt needs to be worn in a proper way else a person might look ridiculous instead of looking sexy in it. If worn in a wrong way, this skirt can give people a wrong impression of your personality, so read on to know how to wear mini skirts.

The first step for wearing a mini skirt is to analyze your body shape and then choose a mini skirt for your body. To do so, stand in front of a full-length mirror and observe whether your body is in a pear shape, straight shape or apple shape.

Women with pear shaped body are advised to opt for longer mini skirts, while those with hourglass shape will look best in any kind of mini skirt. Those having slim figure will look amazing in mini skirts with a little design or pattern.

The next step is to choose what to wear with your mini skirt. Try avoiding tops that reveal your cleavage or midriff with your mini skirts. Try to wear a nice blouse or conservative tops with such skirts. To give it a perfect look opt to wear heels but not too high ones.

Tips Choosing the right shoe

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:00:00 +0000

Are you looking for the perfect pair of dress shoes? There are certain factors to consider during your search. Remember that the main purpose of a dress shoe is to help you look classy but not leave you feeling uncomfortable. More often than not, you will find many women enduring searing pain just because they want to look sexy and tall in their pair of strappy black stilettos. At the end of the evening, their feet are sore and in all probability they would not have enjoyed the evening at all.

However, this does not mean that you are left with sloppy looking dress shoes. The first consideration when buying your dress shoes is your budget. If you are willing to spend a considerable sum, buy brand name dress shoes that will get you noticed every time you wear them. If you are buying the shoes to accessorize a particular dress, look for the exact same color or a different color that matches a purse or your jewelry. If you want to get many uses out of your new pair of dress shoes buy the classic black dress shoes or ivory colored dress shoe that coordinates with any colored dress.

Once you decide on the color of shoes, you still need to pick a style of shoe that works best for your comfort and the style of attire you will be wearing. If you are looking for something snug, you could try wearing a pair of pumps or strappy heels around two inches. If however you would prefer a higher heel, you could opt for styles like the wedge heels. These will all be comfortable and classy, all in the same package.

Nonetheless, the most important consideration would be the fitting of the shoe. Once you have selected a pair of dress shoes, try it out by walking about the store and maybe do a little dance if you plan on dancing in them. If you don’t feel comfy in the shoes, then avoid buying that pair. Trying to “break-in” dress shoes is not a good idea, especially if you are unlikely to wear those shoes more then one other time.

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Why do vitamins make you feel nauseated?

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:03:00 +0000

Nausea is our body protecting us from something that might be harmful. People tend to get nauseated when they have food poisoning, or when they ingest a toxic substance. In this situation it helps prevent further ingestion of a harmful substance. Unfortunately sometimes the body misinterprets a harmful substance. Supplements can be bitter, a trait common to toxic substances. To combat this always take your supplements after a meal and this should alleviate the problem.

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Tips to help make/keep you thin?

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:58:00 +0000

One treat at a time. It is ok to have a cheeseburger once in a while but don't use the justification that since you are already splurging that it ok to order the French Fries along with it. Allow yourself an occasional treat, as long as it is accompanied by smarter food choices like fresh fruit and vegetables.

If you can't just have one - avoid them. There are some treats that you can't just have one so it is best to just avoid those treats altogether. You may discover that a chocolate chip cookie triggers uncontrollable cravings but one square of dark chocolate appeases your sweet tooth quite nicely.

Don't lose weight for some one else. Reset your weight lost goals so they revolve soley around you. Sit down and figure out the benefits to you of changing your lifestyle. Writing down your goals can really help.

Avoid winter weight gain. Keep a bikini or a skimpy sun dress on the back door of your bathroom so you can visualize yourself wearing it every time you head for the leftovers.

Genetics are not on your side but… there are still things you can do. First of all set realistic expectations. First of all, you may never be a size two but that doesn't mean you can't be a healthy size 10. Small things like walking to the grocery store, choosing the stairs over the escalator can really make a diiference. Research shows that people who are physically fit and maybe carry a few extra pounds as opposed to people who are their ideal size and not physically fit.

After that workout I can eat anything. Most people over estimate the amount of calories burned. After a great workout reward yourself with a bath or a massage not food.

Avoid buffets. Most people love buffets because of the variety but they also tend to overindulge. To be safe just avoid them.

Remember make lifestyle changes don't diet. Quite simply diets don't work long-term so you are better off to make simple lifestyle changes and keep them up over time.

Avoid the hefty salad. A salad heaped with tons of toppings can be just as many calories as a burger. Be realistic about what goes on your salad. Adding a ton of croutons and you might as well be eating a sandwich.

Sweet and Carbs boost your serotonin but thankfully so does exercise,sex and low-fat carbohydrates so choose wisely.

Just because you brought it at the health food section doesn't mean it is healthy. Organic potato chips have just as many fat grams as regular potato chips so be warned.

Pace yourself with the slowest eater at the table. Studies have shown that eating slower can be more enjoyable and led to less calorie consumption.

Let's meet for a walk instead of let meet for drinks. Either way you are getting the same social interaction but also doing something good for yourself. Studies have shown that having an exercise buddy can lead to longer exercise.

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Top Beauty Foods

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:56:00 +0000

In addition to antioxidants helping fend off heart disease and cancer, while keeping our immune systems, the mind and eyes in good shape they also are know as beauty or power foods.

The United Stated Department of Agriculture has put together a list of the 20 foods with the highest concentration of antioxidants.

The USDA's list:

Small red beans
Wild blueberries
Red Kidney beans
Pinto beans
Cultivated Blueberries
Cranberries
Artichokes
Blackberries
Prunes
Raspberries
Strawberries
Red Delicious & Granny Smith apples
Pecans
Sweet cherries
Black plums
Russet potatoes
Black beans
Plums
Gala apples
Walnuts

Foods that didn't make the top 20 but are also packed with healthy minerals and antioxidants include avocado, asparagus, broccoli rabe, and - dark chocolate.

There's another measure, called Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC), which determines how foods absorb. Foods high on this list include kale, spinach, Brussels sprouts, beets and many of the same berries that have high TAC.

The perfect food ?

Foods with deep rich colors signify a very strong concentrated dose of antioxidants. And we have studies that show us that berries, in and of themselves, help prevent bladder infections and Alzheimer's, age-related brain decline. Berries have fiber, but the also have vitamins and minerals, and they're low in calories and they're sweet. So they're perfect."

Beans, dried or canned, are wonderful. Canned beans are just as nutritious.

One way to get a lot of antioxidants in one sitting is through a delicious salad. People think of salads as lettuce and tomato, but you can make so many interesting salads with so many personalities by mixing all sorts of healthy foods together

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Anti -Aging Tips - How to avoid wrinkles

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:50:00 +0000

What causes wrinkles?

Wrinkles are caused by both genetic and environmental factors such as sunlight, make up, exposure to chemicals , cigarette smoke, and other pollutants.

How to avoid wrinkles?

Avoid the sun.
Take care of your skin daily with a routine that includes cleansing, moisturizing and daily sunscreen.
Avoid smoking.
Avoid alcohol.
Avoid caffeinated beverages which can dehydrate the skin.
Drink plenty of water.

At what age should you consider using an Anti-Wrinkle Cream?

Start before you even see a wrinkle appear. Eye creams in particular are effective at supporting the delicate area around the eyes and preventing or stalling the development of wrinkles. For many of us that means start using then in your thirties. The skin's natural levels of collagen diminish with age and anti-wrinkle creams may offer a replacement.

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What are the Anti Aging Procedures available today?

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:52:00 +0000

There are many anti-aging procedures on the market so it is great to learn about each procedure and decide which one is the best fit for you.

Botox:

Botox or botulinum endotoxin-A can produce dramatic anti aging results, similar to surgery, without the devastating side effects. Botox is a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It causes a slight paralysis of the muscles around the wrinkles. This can diminish the appearance of "motion wrinkles," such as laugh lines and crow's feet. The procedure to have Botox injected under the skin can be quite costly and it's effects are only temporary, so it must be repeated several times throughout the year.

Dermabrasion:

This is a procedure that utilizes microcrystals or other sanding equipment to scrape away facial skin around the affected area. It is a costly procedure that my actually require a recovery of several weeks.

Laser Resurfacing:

Laser surgery is a technique that uses a controlled laser beam to remove the upper layer of damaged skin. It can visibly reduce the appearance of fine line and in come cases, deeper wrinkles. It is one of the most popular procedures in cosmetic surgery today. However, it is an invasive surgical procedure that also has risks such as excessive scarring, infection, loss of normal skin pigmentation, skin redness and dryness.

Chemical Peels:

Chemical peels involve applying a chemical substance to your skin that "burns"off the damaged layers. The gentlest type of chemical peel available is the glycolic acid peel that removes dead skin cells from the upper layer of skin only. These treatments are quick and may only require ten to fifteen minutes in the doctor's office. However, the results of chemical peels are only temporary and the procedure must be repeated frequently.

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Strategies for buying pants for any body style

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:46:00 +0000

Try buying one size larger which will usually give you the right not too tight fit.
Stretch fabric is crucial for comfort especially since at different times of the month you may need more ease.
Uncluttered look - flat front, no pockets or embellishments, is a very flattering look and prevents bulk around the hips.
Be careful with low rises on slim pants because you always have to be careful with how your walk or sit. A relative medium rise will give you more flexibility.
Apply a sense of proportion to your look. For example it is difficult to wear fitted on both the top and the bottom. Try soft blouse, easy fit jacket or long sweater with fitted pants. If you choose to where fitted on top and bottom remember that wearing the same color on top and bottom elongates the frame.
Avoid light colors or patterns on the bottom as they tend to add pounds. Unless you are a twig save those beautiful prints for the top or wear menswear type patterns on the bottom.
Heels always make your pants more flattering.

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Wardrobe Basics - Items Every Women should have?

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:45:00 +0000

Weather you are just starting out in this world and need to put a foundation wardrobe in place or if you are giving your wardrobe a refresher here are some wardrobe ideas to help you get started.

Two pairs of dark slacks - either black or navy blue. Go with a slim cut in a wool crepe or a seasonless cotton.

One pair of dark slacks for the evening with a fuller cut. These can be a fabric that drapes either a light wool or jersey mix.

Two pairs of jeans -one hemmed for heels and the other hemmed for flats. Jeans that are hemmed for heels you should see just the toe box.

Three skirts - a pencil skirt, a A-line skirt which incidentally looks good on all body types and a skirt in a neutral fabric so you can mix and match with others items like tweed, wool or boucle.

Shirts - A white button front shirt and a few t-shirts.

Three sweaters - The fabric should be a lightweight, merino or cashmere.

One should be black and match your black trousers.
The second one should be more neutral like off-white, camel or taupe.
The third sweater should just simple be a sweater that you love and feel great in. Nothing too dressy - one you can wear to the office and with jeans.

Two Jackets

A tailored jacket that matches your black pants.
A sporty leather jacket

Three coats

A classic trench coat or raincoat with a zip -out wool liner for multiple seasons.
A knee-length transition coat that works for day and night.
A winter coat in a wool or cashmere blend or if you live in a warmer climate try tropical wool.

Dress

A little black dress

Three Bags

A classic leather style with clean lines that works for everything.
A catch all fun tote bag
A envelope shaped, bracelet style for the evening.

Shoes (5 pairs)

A pair of black pumps 2.5-3.5 inch heel in a the current style.
A evening shoe with a close toe in a black satin.
A pair of tall black boots
Bad-weather boots
A pair of sneakers or tennis shoes.

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How to avoid late night eating

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:42:00 +0000

Does this sound like you? You inhale a light yogurt for lunch and eat hardly anything all day so by the end of the day you are so hungry that all your discipline goes out the window. You have a night eating habit and are someone who uses food not as fuel but as an antidote to stress.

There are two troubling behaviors that come into play with night eating and those are mindless consumption and lack of portion control. This can make trying to lose weight extremely difficult and can also increase the likelihood of obesity.

Why do we eat at night?
Many women eat late at night because that is the only time of day that they get in any peace and carbohydrates offer stress relief because they raise the level of serotonin, the good mood chemical in the brain that makes us feel at ease.

Other diet minded women eat very little during the day thinking their self -discipline will carry them through the evening, only to have the strategy backfire. Going for long period restricting food makes it harder to eat reasonable when you begin to eat.

Tips to stop night eating?
Don't starve all day. Make sure to eat breakfast, lunch and snacks so you are not ravenous in the evening.

Curb your appetite- Try a drink that nutritionist call Citrus Chill which is a squeeze or lemon and lime and some artificial sweeter over crushed ice. Try on of these before dinner and after dinner.

Set a clear food cut off time - Try brushing your teeth at 7:30 pm and designate that as your food cut off time. This is hard at first but gets easier over time.

How to shadow nose with make up

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:58:00 +0000

You must know your nose in order to shadow it. If you have a long, short, wide or narrow nose, shading it can minimize its anomalies.

Know Your Nose
Step 1

Conceal any marks, pigment changes or blemishes on or around the nose. Choose a concealer that is a shade lighter than your powder.
Step 2

Powder the nose in a way that is true to your skin tone. If you typically put a darker base on your face, do not use a dark base on your nose. Make sure your nose is lighter than the rest or your face by using a light shade of powder on the front and tip of your nose.
Step 3

As you blush or bronze your cheeks lightly, also bronze the side of your nose. If your nose is long and narrow, you can bronze the majority of the sides (but not the front). If your nose is wide and short or either, bronze where the nose meets the cheekbone. Keep the strokes of your blush brush going out, toward the cheeks.
Step 4

Know your nose. Do not overdo your makeup. If it looks heavily powdered, it will stand out even more.
Step 5

Choose quality or mineral makeup products. Makeup soaks into the cellular level of your skin, so choose wisely.

If this is the first time shadowing your nose, you may wish to seek a profressional. The staff at Sephora (see Resources below) or the beauty section of a major department store can give you some extra tips that will help you tailor makeup to your face shape and provide the type of shadowing or shading you are seeking.

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Eyeshadow that stay

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:52:00 +0000

Eyeshadow That Stays Beauty Tip

Melting eyeshadow is a problem for many women, but there is a way to make it "stick" a little longer.

If you use a damp eyeshadow brush and apply a layer of face powder to your lids and allow to set, the shadow will stay in place for the day.
Takes an extra second or so but the effort is well worth it.

Face care

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:50:00 +0000

1. CLEANSING

Women who wear makeup - see Uma Thurman - should carry out a routine of cleansing, toning and moisturing turn back the clock each evening, as well as washing the face in the morning. 5 Minute Makeover Cleansing will remove old make-up and the grime and grease that have been accumulated during the day.

Remove mascara Lashes Unlimited with a cotton bud dipped in eye-dipped in eye-cleansing lotion. To make the job easier keep your hair off your face.
Remove the eyeshadow - Artistic Palletes - by gently wiping it off with a pad of clean cotton wool moistened with eye-cleansing lotion.
Pour a little face cleansing cream into the palm of one hand and dab it generously over the nose, chin, forehead and cheeks --- using two fingers of the other hand.
Massage the cream into the skin, starting under the throat, using a gentle upward motion.
Continue massaging the cream up to the forehead, using the fingertips.
Gently massage the cream from the eyes to the nose.
Massage cream back over the chin, which is particularly prone to blackheads. Use the index finger.
Remove the cream from the face with tissue pads in each hand. Start under the chin and work over the cheeks and on to the forehead

2. TONING

Toners remove all traces of dirt, make-up or cleanser that remain after cleansing.

Immediately after cleansing apply toner to the forehead and cheeks on a pad of corron wool
Apply the toner to the crevices around the nose.
Apply the toner to the crevices around the chin.

3. MOISTURIZING

Without moisture, the skin will not remain smooth and supple. The face is exposed to the drying effect of the weather, so moisturisers -- which form a film over the skin -- contain and augment the natural moisture.

Using the tips ofthe fingers, dot moisturising cream lightly all over the face.
Press the fingers of both hands into the centre of the forehead and work the cream slowly outwards. Pat the cream gentlyaround the eyes.
Work the cream around the jawline, chin and mouth with the middle fingers of both hands.
Massage the cream over the throat with alternating hands, using upward strokes from collar-bone to chin.

Do yourself manicure

noreply@blogger.com (Citra Devi) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:47:00 +0000

Want professional looking nails without spending your day�s pay in the salon? With some practice and a little patience, you can enjoy fancy nails anytime you want for only the cost of your nail polish!

Their pale pink base and bright white tips characterize the ever-popular French manicures, which are a common request at nail salons everywhere. Professional nail stylists may paint your nails alone or they may apply fake tips if you desire. Based on your personal preferences, a nail designer will give your nails a strengthening and conditioning workout prior to painting them. If you get your nails done with fake tips, you may have to make a trip back to the salon to get your French tips �refilled� when your nails have grown noticeably.

Keeping longer, healthy nails will be most conducive to sporting a French manicure. To complete your own French manicure, begin with the following steps to prepare your nails for the procedure.

Using a cotton ball soaked in nail polish remover, wipe off any old nail polish prior to painting nails. Wash hands and soak in warm water for a few moments.
With an orangewood stick, gently push back the cuticles so they are all even with each other once the water has softened your skin.
With nail clippers, beauty scissors or a nail file, shape your nails evenly.
With a steady hand, carefully paint only the tip of each nail with a white hue. A second coat may be desirable, depending on the thickness and opaqueness of the polish. Allow polish to dry between coats.
Using a slightly transparent pink or nude color, paint the entire nail once the tips have dried. A second coat may be necessary. Allow nails to dry thoroughly.
Once all the coats have dried, apply a clear topcoat to protect your new French manicure. To lengthen the manicure�s lifespan, make an effort to paint a clear coat on each night. Be sure it has ample time to dry completely.
If you are feeling especially creative and ambitious, kick off your shoes and match your tootsies to your fingertips!

This procedure is best performed on a lazy morning or evening when no other pressing errands or tasks will get in the way. After painting your nails, avoid doing things with your hands while they dry.

For an easier painting technique, check the beauty section of a drug store or superstore for a French manicure kit. The set should contain, at the very least, nail polish in white and pink or beige and a clear topcoat. Some manicure sets - like COVERGIRL�s French Manicure Kit � will contain tiny, sticky nail guides. These make the manicure process 100 times easier by allowing you to place the guides on each nail individually, leaving a small margin where the polish can spill outside the tip without tainting the rest of the nail.

As the holidays approach, let your crazy side out by concocting a wildly modified French manicure - green and white for St. Patrick�s Day, pastel shades for Easter, black and orange for Halloween and red and green for Christmas. Have fun and remember, even if you find the do-it-yourself French manicure difficult at first, practice will provide you with the skills you need to create beautiful and perfect manicures all year long!

source : free-beauty-tips.glam.com