What You Don’t Know About MBGN Miss Tourism 2014 + New Photos

You have seen her on the red carpets and even on the runway but the new “IT” girl is more than just a pretty face. In her new photo shoot, MBGN Miss Tourism, Chinyere Adogu shows she is ready to conquer the world, and make an impact during her reign while revealing a classy yet playful side to her personality. 

Chinyere Adogu hails from Anambra but was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She has an Associate Degree in Accounting and is currently pursuing her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management at Long Island University. She was crowned America's Perfect Teen in 2012, becoming the first African American to win a national title in the pageant system. See more photos below...

Worse Than Hating Your Body: Hating Your Face

This is a little tough for me to write, but since I've never seen anything in print about it I figured it might be something other people scanned pages for, even if they might not admit it. It's nothing fancy, but here goes.

For most of my life I absolutely believed that if I had better skin, the whole world would be a wonderful place to be. Everything would be easier; this is what I figured at 16, then 19, then 22. I would automatically become more desirable and charming. I could be cute; I could even try being "girlish" and sweet just for the heck of it. I could look straight into the camera. I could cut my hair short; I could wear a ponytail in public. I could use cheap makeup without worrying that I'd break out or look lurid and tough. I could lighten up. I could be less angry, less defensive, less miserable.

I figured I'd be less ashamed of facing the day without a scarred face. And I was ashamed -- constantly and profoundly ashamed. As a teenager, I totally blamed myself for the poor condition of my skin and would make serious, often written, vows to give up soda, pizza and chocolate -- too bad, since now most dermatologists agree that diet doesn't have much to do with acne. Almost every diary from those years begins with a New Year's resolution to forgo oily foods, as if that was going to begin my Cinderella-like transformation into a girl who could appear on the pages of Seventeen or Mademoiselle.

I especially identified with Cinderella out of all the fairy-tale possibilities because it seemed to me that bad skin was something poor kids seemed to have; the wealthier ones had parents who would take them to doctors, or even specialists, or for facials, or buy them the right kinds of magical products that would minimize the problem. Poor kids were left to comb our hair over our foreheads and put our hands up to cover our faces as often as possible. Yes, of course, it was the worst possible thing to do, but try to tell that to someone who is interested only in hiding.

You've never seen a girl with rough skin in a movie; you've never seen any woman whose flawless, silken face is anything but perfect. It just doesn't happen. Guys who have rough faces are usually cast as the tough characters, mobsters or evildoers, but at least they get roles and they are visible in some way.

While it's true that physical perfection has always been at an absolute premium for women, a beautiful face is la creme de la creme -- it is at once the most essential and it is the most valued element of loveliness. You can, after all, get a body double; there is no face double to be used for the closeups. You are your face. And when you hate your face, it's a pretty short step to hating yourself.

OK, it sounds like I should be asking you to get out the violins. It's not a sense of adolescent whining I'm trying to convey, but instead to give a sketch map of a real issue for a lot of girls and women (and maybe for men as well, although I imagine it would be slightly different). How is this different from worrying about weight, for example?
For one thing, weight is (for better or worse) a topic the culture has supplied with a large vocabulary; giggling or weepy girls trade diet stories the way boys trade baseball cards.

The only girls who ever drew attention to one of their facial imperfections (a nice way of saying "zits"), however, were the ones who had skin like Glenn Close, just as the girls who usually shrieked about putting on a pound were usually the ones wearing the skintight jeans and looking good in them.
And, yes, it is both true and tragic that eating disorders can destroy the lives of some young women, while in contrast few people have died from acne. But when it's your face you're trying not to look at, the pain is deeply real.

When did it get easier? My husband Michael made all the difference in the world to me when, very early on in our relationship, he wanted to stroke my face. Gently but unhesitatingly, I pushed his hand away and told him not to touch my cheek because I felt too self-conscious, too uncomfortably aware of my own unloveliness. He asked again, and kept asking, telling me he loved how I looked. I told him I was ashamed of the scars, and he told me that it wasn't scars that he saw, that whatever scars I was talking about were the ones left inside, from a long time ago, not ones facing the world every day.

Not to sound too corny or anything, but I took him seriously and spent time looking at what inside wounds needed healing and what inside work needed doing. And I started to be able to look at myself a little more steady and to face the world.
--reviewed and revised from an earlier essay

in the Name of Beauty

When he escaped Communist-controlled Poland as a boy, Z. Paul Lorenc never imagined he'd end up in one of the wealthiest corners of the United States, paid to slice into human bodies in the name of beauty.
During 17 years as a plastic surgeon on Manhattan's Upper East Side, Lorenc has operated on famous actors like Katharine Hepburn (after skin cancer), high-powered CEOs and members of what Lorenc calls the Park Avenue Posse—the ultra-rich clientele living near his offices.
His book, A Little Work: Behind the Doors of a Park Avenue Plastic Surgeon, written with Trish Hall, lays bare the weaknesses of his patients, of surgeons and of a society increasingly obsessed with physical perfection.
You say patients often lie. What do they lie about?
Their medical history. People often hide that they smoke, which affects your face. Others lie about medications they are taking, which can be very serious.
One male patient was taking steriods but wouldn't tell me. He wanted a face-lift and nothing would stop him. I've never seen a patient's face bleed so much in my life.
I try to convey to the patient that I'm on his side. I'm the one that's going to be taking his face apart and putting it back together. We have to have totally open communication.

Some people will even tell me that they haven't had plastic surgery before, when it's obvious they have.
Do you have a sixth sense for liars?
Sometimes. Usually, I see the face-lift scar. In that situation, I find a reason not to operate.
Do you say, "I know you've had surgery"?
Occasionally I will, but I don't like to be confrontational.
How are male patients different?
Men opt for different types of surgery. Rhinoplasty [nose job] and liposuction are most common.
Men, I think, find it more difficult to follow postoperative instructions. Many are business owners or in finance. They're in control all the time. They're the masters of the universe.
I once did the face of a man who owns a huge company, very well known. I went into his room two hours after the surgery to make sure he was OK. He should have been resting, but he was screaming into the phone at someone in his office, still running the company. The nurse didn't know what to do. His wife was crying. I had to disconnect the phone in the middle of his conversation.
Can a person really be addicted to plastic surgery?
Absolutely. The job of the plastic surgeon is to put on the brakes.
But evidently many surgeons don't.
Many of these people have body dysmorphic disorder. They're obsessed. I'll never forget one young man who came to me for a scar on his face. He insisted that he had this awful acne scar. I looked through my [magnifying glass] but found nothing there. He was totally focused on it.
The worst thing for me to do would be to operate. Because afterward he would have had a real scar.
Do you think plastic surgery is distorting what is considered attractive? For example, that women should have big, round breasts?
I'm totally against cookie-cutter procedures. But much of this is media-driven. These shows on TV have done a disservice to what I do for a living. For instance, the show on MTV I Want a Famous Face, where someone tries to look like Britney Spears—that's insane.
Your big love outside of work is art. It's not tough to see the connection between that interest and your job.
I work with the ultimate medium, if you think about it. People always ask, "What's your favorite procedure?" My favorite is a rhinoplasty because it's truly artistic.

187kph beauty queen escapes drive ban

Miss Limerick 2010 Gemma Reilly

A beauty queen clocked by gardai driving at 187kph escaped a driving ban after a judge praised her honesty.

Gemma Reilly - crowned Miss Limerick in 2010 - was fined €500 after pleading guilty to speeding on the Ennis to Gort motorway on March 3.
Reilly of Riverpoint Apartments, Lower Mallow Street, Limerick, entered the plea after being clocked driving her mother's Mercedes 220 at 187kph in a 120kph zone at Srangalloon, Co Clare.
Ms Reilly told the court: "I agree with the garda's evidence that I was speeding."
At Ennis District Court, Judge Patrick Durcan asked Reilly to go into the witness box "and tell me why you were driving at 187km per hour".
She said that her orthodontist is based in Galway "and I was extremely late for an appointment. I was driving my mother's car and didn't realise how fast I was going".
She said: "I'm usually very diligent. I drive a 1.4 Golf myself. I have never been speeding before."
He fined Ms Reilly €500 for the speeding offence and said: "I am not disqualifying you from holding a driver's licence because you have been absolutely honest in how you have dealt with the matter and I want to commend you on that.
"I must penalise you by virtue of the speed you were travelling at. If I had detected any element of dishonesty in your evidence I would have disqualified you, but I must say I found your honesty refreshing. Thank you."

Irish Independent

12 beauty tips you could try

(12 beauty tips you could…)

Youngsters share some homemade remedies that worked for them.
Mangesh K, an MBA student says he doesn't really have the time for intense maintenance, but admits that once in a while he likes to try out a thing or two to beat the stressed look. "I have tried raw egg and curd on my hair. Egg has protein and curd acts as a moisturiser. I can't really vouch for it though. He adds with a grin, "Yeah but I know of this Ramdev baba thing of rubbing your nails together for keeping your hair black. An aged accountant in my company has been doing this for quite some time and his hair started going black from grey!"

Sapna Arora, a customer care associate feels olive oil works wonders on her tresses. "Every time I oil my hair it has to be with olive oil. Now I can tell you it is no lie that olive oil promotes hair growth and locks hair fall."
Amit Dua, an actor, invests considerable time looking good the natural way, and why not he says, "my profession demands it. I wash my hair with beer at least once in two months and you can see the effect yourself."
Deepika Hariani prefers to cleanse herself within for that outer glow and beautiful skin. "I prefer drinking honey with lime water for its numerous benefits. Spinach juice is also a very regular morning drink I indulge in. And mind you, I get regular compliments for my glowing skin", she says with a wink.
Aastha K, a client servicing executive, regularly hunts for beauty tips in women's magazines. She shares a tried and tested formula, "I suggest all my friends to try the neem face pack. All that needs to be done is quash the neem leaves and cucumber together and refrigerate it for sometime. Apply and wash it off after 15 minutes. Regular application will assure you a pimple free skin."
Honey Chandiramani, a stylist, believes outer beauty is equally important. She emphasises, "an oily skin and Mumbai's pollution can get the worst of you. My way out was multani matti, my mom's remedy which is really low maintenance with extraordinary results. Multani matti, rose water and saffron pack once a week really helps an oily skin like mine."
Amrita S, a PR executive suggests, "fresh cream (malai), Pinch of turmeric powder (haldi), saffron (kesar), all diluted in rose water makes an excellent pack for clear, glowing skin."
Ather, a medical student has had a troublesome 'hair-hood' as he puts it, until he tried henna (mehendi) on his hair. "My grandmother suggested that once I try it, apparently to keep my head cool. Well, according to her it didn't really work to cool down my temper but it turned my unruly mop into soft and manageable hair."
Kunjal Karaniya, a law student likes her to pamper herself and indulges in a lot of home remedies for her great hair and clear skin and she always has an advice for everyone. Animatedly she suggests, "hey, winters will be any time soon. Make sure you apply ghee on your lips every night to keep them soft."
Esha Maker, a client servicing executive likes to maintain long nails but doesn't have the time for regular manicures. "I rub my nails with lemon slices every opportunity I get. It adds to the needed shine and the nails look bright."

10 tips to get rid of under eye puffiness

 Do you feel old and tired because of your eyes? It is really hard to feel fresh and alert when your eyes are tired and droopy, because of those annoying bags under them. They are a sign of stress and fatigue

Fret not as Asian Roots Luxury Spa, Delhi, has come up with some totally handy and effective tips to get rid of under eye bags and dark circles.

1. Go potato: Slice a raw potato (after refrigerating for a couple of minutes) into two and circle the closed eyes gently with those halves. Place it on your eyes so that it also covers the puffed ares under your eyes and leave it like that for 15-20 minutes. You'll notice a tremendous change in those bags as they'll be diminished in size.
2. Milky way: If you have extremely puffed up eyes this is the regular regime that you will have to follow. Dip cotton pads in chilled milk and place on your eyelids and relax for 20-30 minutes. This well help your eyes in water retention and it would also cool them off .

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3. Oily help: Take chilled water in a bowl and add a few drops of vitamin E oil to it, now mix the two well. Dip cotton pads in this mixture and place on the eyes for 20 minutes, this well help in reducing the swelling around the eyes.
4. Cucumber relief: Cucumbers are a fantastic natural remedy to get rid of under eye puffiness. Take 2 slices of fresh refrigerated cucumber and place it on your eyes for 25 minutes. Relax with the cool soothing slices over your eyes and slip into a short nap, it will help refresh your mind as well as your eyes, and the anti-inflammatory properties of the cool cucumber will naturally help reduce puffy tissues.
5. Chilled tea bags: If you are in a hurry and do not want to go with droopy eyes then teabags are the way to go. Moisten two tea bags in cold water and refrigerate them for a while. Then place them over your eyes for 25-30 minutes. Lie back and relax with the cool teabags over your eyes. Finish by washing your eyes and face with cold water, and dry your skin thoroughly. You would feel relaxed and rejuvenated.
6. Of spoons and iced water: The puffiness of the eyes can be reduced with the help of a glass of ice water and four stainless steel spoons. Chill the spoons in the water and then place one over each eye. Keep switching the spoons while letting the other one chill in the glass of water. Keep switching until you see improvement.
8. Egg white: Stiffly beat a few egg whites and apply it around your eyes with a brush. It will result in making the area around and under the eye feel tighter and look less puffy. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse your face in cold water.
9. Green tea bag: Settle down for 10-15 minutes with a chilled, steeped chamomile or green tea bag over each eye and then relax. The natural properties of these herbal teas will help bring puffy eyes back to their original size.

10. Hydrate your body: Drink as much water as possible. Yes, it seems counter-intuitive when you are retaining water, but hydrating reduces puffiness. So drink a glass of water whenever you notice your eyes getting a little droopy.

Giving women with breast cancer a shorter course of radiotherapy may be BETTER, study finds

Women with breast cancer get as much benefit from three weeks of radiotherapy treatment as from the international standard five-week course, research has found.
And fewer trips to hospital mean patients suffer less fatigue.
The ‘less is more’ regime can generate cost savings for the NHS and paves the way for research that could see treatment time fall further to just one week’s radiotherapy.

While relapse rates for women on the shorter course were the same as those on the longer one, the damage caused to healthy tissue was far less

The shorter course of 15 treatments was adopted by many British hospitals in 2008, but doubts remained about longer-term benefits.

BOWEL TEST COULD CUT DEATHS

Two out of five bowel cancers could be prevented if older people had colonoscopy screening every ten years, say researchers.
The procedure allows a doctor to look inside the colon, or large bowel, for cancerous growths using a long flexible tube.
A new study suggests it is the most effective preventive measure against a cancer that is diagnosed in 41,000 Britons each year and which kills 16,000.
The research by Harvard School of Public Health studied 1,815 cases of colorectal cancer and 474 deaths from the disease, as reported in the New England Journal of Medicine.
It found that both colonoscopy and the similar sigmoidoscopy (which uses a smaller tube) were associated with a lower risk of getting colorectal cancer or dying from it.
But only colonoscopy cut the risk for cancers in the proximal or upper part of the colon.
The researchers estimated that if all participants in the study had undergone colonoscopies, 40 per cent of colorectal cancers would have been prevented.

The latest findings, published in The Lancet Oncology journal, build on results from a five-year trial of radiotherapy given to 4,500 British women after surgery for early breast cancer.
The ten-year follow-up confirms the benefits from the earlier trial, including an unexpected small improvement in survival for those on the short course.
It shows the relapse rates of cancer within the same breast are similar to the international standard course, but with significantly less harm to healthy tissue.
‘We’ve shown conclusively that less can be more in breast cancer radiotherapy,’ said chief investigator John Yarnold, professor of clinical oncology at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) and honorary consultant at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.
‘Both breast cancer recurrence and the side-effects of radiotherapy can occur many years after treatment, so these long-term results provide an important reassurance that the shorter treatment course is the best option for patients.’
The same team is now setting out to investigate whether even fewer doses of radiotherapy could be just as effective, as part of a new trial of 4,000 women called Fast-Forward.
The trial will compare the new standard 15-dose course of radiotherapy treatment, delivered over three weeks, with an even shorter five-dose course, over one week.

 

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Kate Law, director of clinical trials at Cancer Research UK, which funded the latest research, said: ‘What’s really exciting is that as a result of this trial women are already benefiting from the added physical and emotional wellbeing of needing fewer hospital visits for their treatment.

Four out of five women who find a lump and have surgery also undergo radiotherapy treatment

‘Minimising the long-term side effects of treatment is becoming increasingly important as more cancer patients live longer.’
At present, radiotherapy is offered to all women who have breast conserving surgery – around 30,000 a year – where just the lump is removed rather than the whole breast.
Four out of five have treatment which kills any remaining tumour cells in the breast.
Sally Greenbrook, of Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity, said: ‘Many UK hospitals have already adopted this shorter regime, and this study confirms that the NHS is providing the best possible care to UK patients.’

Makeup Ideas: Candy Pink Lipstick

If you've got great lips, bringing attention to them with a fantastic lipstick shade is a brilliant idea, as these great looks show!

Candy Pink Lipstick

A candy pink lipstick color is right on trend at the moment and will really allow you to bring your look to life with a great punch of color. For those who are a little hesitant, start with a lighter variation of the shade, as shown here. This lipstick color is bright, but not too bright. It has just enough color to highlight the lips and bring out some natural pink tones in the skin but isn't too over powering. Matching the lipstick to some temporary fun highlights in your hair is also a great idea if you want a tie your whole look together.


For those not afraid to make their lipstick the focus of their look, a deep bold candy pink is ideal. Your lipstick application needs to be perfect to pull off this look, so ensure your lips are free of flakes and well moisturized. Then apply your lipstick with a lip brush for precision, and don't forget to apply a primer or a light coating of foundation over your lips first to help keep the lipstick on your lips, and looking perfect.


For a romantic finish, team your pink lipstick with a slight sheen of lip gloss and some slightly blushed cheeks in a similar color. If you can't find the right blush shade, work a small amount of the lipstick into your cheekbones, remembering to blend, blend, blend. With any of these candy pink looks, keeping the rest of your makeup as pulled back as possible will help to show off your lip color, and give you a fantastic overall finish.

For even more helpful makeup hints, see our full range of beauty articles and beauty blogs. You can even try some virtual makeup on your own photo or our model using our Virtual Hairstyler!

Makeup Ideas for Red Hair Colors

When you've got the right hair color, it's easy to pull off a great look. One way to really ensure that your look is on point is to also complement your hair color with the right makeup. For some great makeup ideas that will bring out the best in a dark or light red hair colors, give these ideas a try!

Light Red Hair Color

When you've got a light hair color, you can play it up with some more dramatic makeup looks. The key though, is to ensure that you don't overdo it. A look similar to the one seen here on light redhead Debby Ryan is ideal. Her foundation is applied flawlessly, there's minimal color on her eyes and cheeks and she's highlighted her best features - her eyes and lips - with a punch of color. The black eyeliner winged out across her top lash line, the lashings of black mascara and the fantastic bold pink lipstick brings attention but doesn't overdo it. The color choices also work with her red hair color and don't clash against it. A red lipstick would have been a go-to color for bringing out the lips, but she played it smart by choosing pink instead so her lipstick wasn't competing with her hair color.

Dark Red Hair Color

For makeup to suit your dark hair color, keep to light, natural tones and you'll be onto a winning look. Reba McEntire knows the key to playing up her dark hair color is applying perfectly blended foundation as a great base. A natural peach blush on the cheeks will bring some color to your face and isn't red enough to clash with your hair color. Keep your lips just as neutral with a light pink color and plenty of gloss. For the eyes, make them your feature and line them with dark eyeliner, black mascara, remembering to curl your lashes to make them stand out, and then apply a shimmer shade subtly on the inner corners and around the lash lines of each eye. This will add a youthful touch to your eye area.
To see how you'd look with any of the hairstyles pictured in this article, click on the above images to try the virtual hairstyles with your own photo!

Double Duty Hair and Beauty Products

Often, the products you use for your hair can be used to help with your makeup and beauty routine and vice versa. You've just got to know which products will pull double duty!

Mascara:

Hair: mascara can be used to cover over grey hair in an emergency. If you have black or brown hair and have a mascara color to match, lightly blend it over any grey hairs to cover them up until you can get to the salon.
Beauty: old mascara brushes make great eyebrow groomers. Clean up old brushes with makeup remover and then keep them to help brush your brows into place.

Vaseline:

Hair: vaseline is essential for when you're coloring your hair at home. Smooth a small amount around your hairline and it will help to keep dye off your skin.
Beauty: vaseline is one versatile little beauty product. It can be used as a moisturizer on tough areas such as your knees, and is perfect for keeping your lips subtle and moist. Pop some on morning and night after brushing your teeth and your lips should always be smooth and lipstick ready.

Hairspray:

Hair: hairspray is of course used to keep your style in place.
Beauty: hairspray is also ideal for getting your brows into place. Spray some onto your eyebrow brush and then comb over your brows so they'll look great all day.

Hair Shampoo:

Hair: shampoo is of course the best product for keeping your locks healthy and clean.
Beauty: hair shampoo is also perfect for keeping your makeup brushes clean. Add a small amount of shampoo to warm water, clean your brushes and then lay them flat to air dry. Do this at least once a month to keep your beauty tools in check and free from skin-clogging bacteria.
For even more helpful makeup hints, see our full range of beauty articles and beauty blogs. You can even try some virtual makeup on your own photo or our model using our Virtual Hairstyler!

The Enigma of Beauty

Nicole Anderson models a pair of Manolo Blahnik stiletto heels and a white shift dress for the fashion press in New York City. A center of sartorial taste making in the U.S., the city attracts the fashion industry’s elite to its week of shows each spring and fall.

Photograph by Jodi Cobb

Written by Cathy Newman

Republished from the pages of National Geographic magazine

Sheli Jeffry is searching for beauty. As a scout for Ford, one of the world's top model agencies, Jeffry scans up to 200 young women every Thursday afternoon. Inside agency headquarters in New York, exquisite faces stare down from the covers of Vogue, Glamour, and Harper's Bazaar. Outside, young hopefuls wait for their big chance.
Jeffry is looking for height: at least five feet nine (1.8 meters). She's looking for youth: 13 to 19 years old. She's looking for the right body type.
What is the right body type?
"Thin," she says. "You know, the skinny girls in school who ate all the cheeseburgers and milk shakes they wanted and didn't gain an ounce. Basically, they're hangers for clothes."
In a year, Jeffry will evaluate several thousand faces. Of those, five or six will be tested. Beauty pays well. A beginning model makes $1,500 a day; those in the top tier, $25,000; stratospheric supermodels, such as Naomi Campbell, four times that.
Jeffry invites the first candidate in.
"Do you like the camera?" she asks Jessica from New Jersey. "I love it. I've always wanted to be a model," Jessica says, beaming like a klieg light.
Others seem less certain. Marsha from California wants to check out the East Coast vibes, while Andrea from Manhattan wants to know if she has what it takes to be a runway star. (Don't give up a sure thing like a well-paying Wall Street job for this roll of the dice, Jeffry advises.)
The line diminishes. Faces fall and tears well as the refrain "You're not what we're looking for right now" extinguishes the conversation—and hope.
You're not what we're looking for …
Confronted with this, Rebecca from Providence tosses her dark hair and asks: "What are you looking for? Can you tell me exactly?"
Jeffry meets the edgy, almost belligerent, tone with a composed murmur. "It's hard to say. I know it when I see it."
What is beauty? We grope around the edges of the question as if trying to get a toe-hold on a cloud.
"I'm doing a story on beauty," I tell a prospective interview. "By whose definition?" he snaps.
Define beauty? One may as well dissect a soap bubble. We know it when we see it—or so we think. Philosophers frame it as a moral equation. What is beautiful is good, said Plato. Poets reach for the lofty. "Beauty is truth, truth beauty," wrote John Keats, although Anatole France thought beauty "more profound than truth itself."
Others are more concrete. "People come to me and say: 'Doctor, make me beautiful,'" a plastic surgeon reveals. "What they are asking for is high cheekbones and a stronger jaw."
Science examines beauty and pronounces it a strategy. "Beauty is health," a psychologist tells me. "It's a billboard saying 'I'm healthy and fertile. I can pass on your genes."

101 Beauty Tips Every Girl Should Know

 
In the world of beauty, there are endless tips and rules to keep you looking fabulous. In the list below Beauty High breaks down all those tips to make the industry less scaryfrom makeup artists, hairstylists, skincare gurus and of course, our beauty staff. Remember, beauty should always be fun!
101. “Always keep your summer makeup minimal. Minimal and sheer makeup is the way to go when it’s hot and muggy outside.” – Mary Greenwell, celebrity makeup artist
100. “The best thing to do when you go to a makeup counter is be armed with what it is you want to do.”- Raychel Wade, founder of Cheek to Chic and La Prairie’s colour ambassador
99. Use excess eye cream on cuticles.
98. For smudge-proof eye makeup, take blotting tissue to remove any oil or any excess makeup from the eye area.
97. “A good perfume should consist of balanced blend of notes arranged in a way that creates harmonious accord.”- Alexis Bergman, P&G’s Global Flavor and Fragrance Trends
96. To prevent hair color from fading in the summer months, use a conditioning treatment weekly or bi-monthly.
95. Breakout before a big event? “Take oral cortisone a few days before the event to clear your skin”- Ava Shamban, dermatologist and author of Heal Your Skin.
94. “In order to keep eyeliner from running and smearing, opt for liner formulas that offer stayproof wearability.”- Robin Schoen, Urban Decay Makeup Artist

93. Always allow about two fingers from your nose to where blush starts.
92. “Make sure you hydrate the skin and put on a primer”- Jessie Powers, makeup artist and national educator for Make Up For Ever
91. “Balance out your shimmer. If youre doing a shimmery eye, do matte lips”- Raychel Wade, founder of Cheek to Chic and La Prairie’s colour ambassador
90. Brush out your curls with your fingers to give your hair a more tousled look.
89. To make your manicure last, apply a thin layer of clear every two days.
88. Wear white eyeliner to make eyes appear less red.
87. “Take a shimmery gloss to the center of your lips, top and bottom – this will attract light to your lips, making them look pouty.”-Katrina Barrion, makeup artist for Giella Custom Blend Cosmetics
86. For slicked back hair, use a serum.
85. For the perfect cat-eye, “select a thin liner brush that is tapered to the point”- Pamela Taylor, makeup artist
84. To make your cheek bones appear higher, use bronzer under the cheekbone and highlighter on the actual cheekbone.
83. Before you blow dry, start with a volumizing spray or light gel to give the roots some lift.
82. For fuller lips, extend the lip line using a flesh tone lip liner. Be careful not to go overboard!
81. The #1 reason for flaky mascara is that the formula is too dry or old. Make sure to close mascara after use to help keep its moisture.
80. To fake clear skin when you notice a pimple, “Apply tea tree oil as soon as you spot it”- Stephanie Flor, makeup artist
79. During summer, “Its easy to forget that feet can get sunburned. Be sure to apply sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 50 when barefoot”- Dr. Leslie Campbell, DPM
78. For clear skin, look for a cleanser with salycilic acid.
77. When choosing a red lipstick, you just want to remember to get one that looks good with your undertone. If you have a warm undertone, then go for warmer reds, and if you have a cool undertone, then go cooler.

credit: Jamelah
76. Sunscreens that claim to provide “all-day protection” and “water resistance” are not reliable; don’t be fooled by these claims and reapply all sunscreens at least every two to three hours.
75. When self-tanning, use a tanner with a guide color. “It will give you instant color before the effect and it will show you exactly where you put the color and where you may have missed”- Sinead Norenius, founder of Beautisol
74. “If you’re afraid of red lipstick, I love putting it on and then blotting it off to wear it as more of a stain”- Pat McGrath, makeup artist
73. For the summer months, you don’t want to be caked down in foundation so try a tinted moisturizer instead.
72. Use blotting papers to manage oil and shine in your T-Zone “which are also great for cleaning up around the eyes”- Rebecca Restrepo, makeup artist
71. The antihistamines in allergy medicine dry out the skin, so skip heavy foundation during allergy season. Instead, use a tinted moisturizer.
70. To make curls last, make sure hair is completely dry before you begin with the curling iron.
69. To make a zit go away faster, don’t pick at it. The bacteria on your fingeres will create more redness.
68. Use an exfoliater to get rid of dead skin but limit yourself to 2-3 times a week so you don’t dry out your skin.
67. Always wash your makeup off before bed. “That morning-after look has never been a good one, for anyone”- Rachel Adler, beauty director Beautyhigh.com
66. “Too much bronzer is a nightmare for pale skin”- Jason Ascher, resident beauty expert for Barneys New York. Opt for an illuminating cream or light powder to get a glow.
65. Pick a sulfate-free shampoo, as sulfates can be harsh and drying on the hair cuticle.
64. If you have greasy hair, avoid directly conditioning roots and condition from your ear down to ends.
63.”When you wear a red lip it’s important that it stays exactly where you put it. Using a long wearing lip pencil to create the perfect shape and a lip color are key to having a perfect red lip.”-Kristofer Buckle, celebrity makeup artist
62. To make volume last all day, avoid running your fingers through hair. “Oil from your hands can weigh down your roots leaving your hair flat at the end of the day”-Tatum Neill, Arrojo Studio
61. Try to avoid washing your hair everyday. Constant shampooing leaves hair dry and your scalp will create more oils to compensate for the loss of moisture.
60. Always use a moisturizer with SPF in the morning. Even in the winter!
59.”Go for a trim every 6-8 weeks to ensure you have no damaged ends making your hair look unhealthy”- Nick Arrojo, Arrojo Studio (and the man who worked for seven years changing lives on What Not To Wear)

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58. Remember, clean brushes to fight against potential bacteria and breakouts!
57. Clean out your makeup bag at least once a year to get rid of old products that may be expired or you no longer use.
56. Winter can be especially harsh on your hair leaving it extra dry. Eugene Davis, celebrity hair stylist suggests using an Avocado Oil Hair Mask.
55. If you don’t have nail polish remover, apply clear nail polish over and then wipe off. It will remove old polish.
54. During the summer, wear chapstick or lip gloss with SPF.
53. To add volume to clean or unwashed hair, use a dry shampoo spray.
52.Change your beauty routine for Spring/Summer months. Your skin needs less coverage during the spring so you can swap the heavy products for lighter ones.
51.”I always think that less is more, there’s a point where you look in the mirror and say ‘Is this too much?’ and if you even have that inclination then it usually is.”- Kim Catrall, Sex and the City
50. When applying bronzer, “first start by applying it around the perimeter of your face and follow with a light dusting on your forehead, nose and chin”- Mally Roncal, Mally Beauty
49. To get curls when you have straight hair, use the following, “a volumizer or volume thickening agent, a curl enhancing product, light holding finishing spray”- Vicktor Stevenson, Hair Stylist
48.”Foundation should never be heavy”- Aura Schwartz, makeup artist
47.”The right red [lipstick] will light up your hair, eyes and skin immediately, the wrong one will not.”-Poppy King, Lipstick Queen
46.Use a shimmer eye shadow to compliment a bold matte lip.
45.To revive curls mid-day, “Take a very small amount of pomade and put it in the palms of your hands. Rub them together. Next gently smooth the pomade over your curls and scrunch just a little bit”-Eugene Davis, celebrity hair stylist
44.”You should always go to a hair-removal specialist, where waxing, laser etc. is their main business – don’t go to a nail salon for a wax”- Cindy Barshop, Completely Bare and Bravo’s RHONYC
43.”A little silvery-blue eyeliner on the lower lid is very flirty”- Dimitri James, makeup artist, author and creator of Skinn Cosmetics
42. “Use your concealer as a base on your eyelids”-Melissa Silver, Maybelline makeup artist
41. If you’re not a fan of liquid liner, get the look of liquid eye liner by using a gel instead.

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40. Exfoliate before applying self tanner to get rid of dead skin. Tanning products tend to cling to dryer areas.
39. If you straighten your hair with a flat iron, cause less heat damage by letting hair air-dry. The less heat, the better!
38. To minimize pores, use a pore-minimizing facial wash followed by a toner. Make sure the toner is alchohol-free so it won’t dry out your skin.
37. The healthier you are, the healthier your hair! Take a daily multi-vitamin with Biotin to help hair grow.
36.To mask split ends, use an iron to straighten ends and then apply a hair repair cream.
35.There are always cheap, natural and effective homemade beauty recipes.
34.To fix brassy hair color, use a color-depositing shampoo with purple tones. For unwanted redness, use a color-depositer with a green tone.
33. To cover up roots in a hurry, use a dry shampoo spray for your hair color. If you don’t keep this product around, use eyeshadow (in a shade closest to your hair color) for a quick fix.
32. Get a “dewy glow” using a highlighter or illuminator above your cheekbones and on the browbone.
31. To contour cheeks, use a matte powder (a few shades darker than your skin tone) with an angled brush. Blend on temples and under cheek bone.
30.When using a cream product, lock it in by using a translucent powder over it.
29. Get quick volume by using a root lifter, then use hairspray to set hair. This will prevent it from fall flat during the day.
28. For makeup that lasts all day and night, use a makeup-sealing product.
27. To help you find the right shade of foundation, choose the product you think is closest to your color and try it on your jawline in natural light. You will be able to easily compare it to your neck’s color to see if you need to go for a different undertone, lighter or darker.
26. Try out the funky hair color trends without dying your hair. Instead, dust bright blush in your ponytail for the same effect. (Refinery29)
25. “Foot perspiration is typical in the summer and can lead to fungal infection and unwanted odor. Wash feet daily, and let them dry thoroughly before putting shoes on”- Dr. Leslie Campbell, DPM
24. Splurge on items that are important to you.”If mascara is really your thing and you fall in love with a mascara that ‘s $40, buy the mascara.”-Raychel Wade, founder of Cheek to Chic and La Prairie’s colour ambassador
23.”Don’t be too serious: It’s only Makeup! “- Francois NARS insists you play around with new colors
22. To reduce unwanted shine, use a moisturizer that mattifies, that way you get the moisture your skin needs without looking greasy.
21. To create a lived-in look for your hair, use thickening or sea-salt mist before you blow-dry. Follow by running a volumizing or texture cream through hair.

20. When using an eyeshadow primer, only place the primer where you’ll be adding color.
19.”Cream rouge [blush] should be the first thing that touches your cheeks when you want to project an image of healthy and pinched cheeks”- Pablo Manzoni, former creative director for Elizabeth Arden
18. If you choose to use false eyelashes, remember to use the dark glue as it will blend in with the lashes.
17.When buying “organic” beauty products, make sure to check if they are FDA certified organic. This will prevent you from getting scammed.
16. Use a facial exfoliater bi-weekly to get dead skin of dead skin. Makeup will look better on a clean, smooth canvas.
15. After using a a hair conditioning mask, follow with “a cold water rinse to close the hair cuticles”- Ursala Stephensen, Motions celebrity stylist
14. To get your braid to last all day, try styling hair that’s “dirty with product”. This will make the style stick longer.
13. Use a clarifying shampoo once a week to get rid of any product build-up that may have occured during the week.
12. If you have chipped nail-polish, add crackle or glitter on top to disguise the look of chipping.
11. Use a pumice stone on your feet after the shower to get rid of calluses on your feet.

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10. Hydrate your under-eye area with an eye cream to prevent puffiness and bags.
9. If you have light hair,”put a lotion over the eyebrows and hair line” when self-tanning the face. Also remember to “apply it in circular motions and blend down to the neck”- Sinead Norenius, founder of Beautisol
8. If you often find yourself being too tired to wash your face at night, keep makeup removing wipes in your night stand to prevent a runny mess or morning break out.
7. Pop 1-2 Advil before going waxing to prevent pain.
6. The best way to get rid of ingrown hairs is to exfoliate,”which rids the skin of dead cells and allows the hair to break through the surface”- Marlena Ramoy, Bliss Spa Esthetician
5. Carrots are good for the hair. A healthy diet leads to a beautiful you.
4.”The best time to apply creams is after the shower, as the skin has been de-oiled.”- Dr. Stephen P. Bracci
3. Replace mascara and liquid eyeliner after three to four months.
2. To keep hair color vibrant longer, use shampoos and conditioners formulated for colored hair.
1. Use a cream or milk cleanser to wash your face. Creams are less drying than gels.
Wow you made it this far! That’s a lot of tips, but there’s always more. Leave a comment below and share your favorite. Don’t forget to share this post with your friends!

OK! Magazine Apologizes For Its Kate Middleton Diet Issue

Give the lady a break: Just a day after Kate Middleton gave birth to her son and heir Prince George Alexander Louis, the British tabloid OK! published a cover devoted entirely to if, when, and how the Duchess of Cambridge would get rid of her unsightly post-baby weight.

Guys, chill out.

After the issue was released, British television presenter Kate Hill (pictured) launched a campaign calling on moms to boycott OK!. "I think all mums should boycott @OK Magazine for this cover ONE DAY after #Kate has given birth. REALLY?" she wrote on Twitter. A moment later, she wrote, "New Mums. If the @OK Magazine cover has made you feel bad, here's me 2 months post baby. YOU MADE A HUMAN! x."

Hill's campaign worked, and OK! came forward to apologize for trying to defy the laws of nature and the rules of propriety. The mag's owner, Richard Desmond, issued the following statement: "Kate is one of the great beauties of our age and OK! readers love her. Like the rest of the world, we were very moved by her radiance as she and William introduced the Prince of Cambridge to the world. We would not dream of being critical of her appearance. If this was misunderstood because of our cover it was not intended."

Uh-huh. If anything good has come out of this, it's that Hill's Twitter campaign has helped other women feel better about their post-partum bodies. She reports that dozens of women have now felt empowered to share what their post-pregnancy bellies really look like. So kudos for Kate(s)! 

Beauty Insider: Superstylist Serge Normant

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Happy Medium: Trying on the New Clavicut

Thiemo Sander

Any pride I had felt about successfully navigating Tokyo's notoriously tricky subway system vanishes the second I step out of the Harajuku station. I turn my map over and over yet again, but there's no denying it—I'm lost. My destination is Shima Salon, a minimalist, warehouselike space beloved by both the Tokyo supercool and beauty-industry elite everywhere. At world-hair-trend shows, Shima presentations regularly sweep top honors; I've been angling for my shot at a Shima Salon snip ever since I first learned of the place at the Wella TrendVision hair show in Madrid last year. "If someone wants to make a major hair statement, they go to Shima," says my L.A.-based friend Crystal, who got her first Shima cut during Tokyo Fashion Week and now flies back for trims.
I'm scheduled to see Yuki Kannou, their lead stylist, who is renowned for his ability to meticulously shape strands into the Perfect Cut—the kind of cut that is worth a trip from the U.S. to Tokyo. With my iPhone to the rescue, I make it to Shima without a second to spare. Sporting a T-shirt and a flat-brimmed hat (is this Tokyo or Bushwick?), Kannou greets me, and we take a seat for the consultation. I completely trust this man—after all, his last name literally translates to "God ability"—but the language barrier does add an element of risk to putting my head in his hands. I grab my hair's bottom four inches, pointing to my collarbone to indicate the sacrificial length.
I know what you're thinking: You flew 6,735 miles just for a "clavicut"? Indeed. Midlength hair may not be as classically sexy as princess length or as edgy and chic as a cropped cut, but it's the style's very in-between-ness—the is-it-long-or-short aspect—that appeals to me. Having experimented with both chin-grazing bobs and down-the-back lengths, I'm ready to chop—but not too much. "Collarbone is the new hair length," says Tommy Buckett, a hairstylist at NYC's Serge Normant at John Frieda Salon. "It's fresh, user-friendly, and superversatile. You get the feel and flexibility of long hair without the extra length and weight." The look is also a favorite of editorial and runway stylist Luigi Murenu—and he is not a man to trifle with ho-hum styles, having worked with Madonna, Kate, and Scarlett. "It's much cooler than really long or really short hair, which are usually styled one way," Murenu says. "Medium length allows for play and imagination."

Read more: Clavicut Medium Length Hairstyle - New Collarbone Length Haircut - ELLE
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PHILIPS VISAPURE FACIAL CLEANSING BRUSH FOR YOUTHFUL SKIN

With the new Philips VisaPure, you're just minutes away from a more youthful and radiant you!

Career, home, family - it's no secret that modern women take juggling to new extremes - but it means that skincare can often take a backseat.
Your regime can, but shouldn't, suffer. That's why Philips has developed their most savvy skincare tool yet. The VisaPure makes for a fast yet intense cleansing experience that leaves skin sparkling with youth and vitality. Complexion perfection has never been so simple.
Created with the modern woman in mind, this stylish, elegant and effective tool gently massages the skin to remove make-up, impurities and other 'skin nasties'. The unique 'Dual Motion' technology and silky-soft brushes create a dreamy massaging effect. VisaPure is the only facial cleansing brush that rotates and vibrates meaning it can remove dull skin cells and improve microcirculation to bring out your skin's natural glow.

Ten times more effective than manual cleansing - the VisaPure is your daily DIY facial!

Fully-waterproof with settings to suit YOU, it is suitable for every skin type. Equipped with a Skin Zone timer so you know when it's time to move on to the next area, it has two speeds 'massage' and 'exfoliation' (for gentle and deep cleansing). With two brush heads, for normal and sensitive skin included, and an exfoliation brush for a once-a-week treat, it's never been easier to go for glow!

5 Ways to Become Attractive

While you're sitting there reading this you're going to learn that beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. When it comes to being attractive it all starts with how you feel about yourself. If you don't think of yourself as attractive you won't be able to exude this image when in public. So to better help you begin feeling attractive. Here is a list of steps you can take.

Way to Become Attractive #1 Take Proper Care of Yourself

This means that your diet should be a healthy one. It should be the one which is low calorie and low fat, and devoid of fast food. The majority of your meals should be filled with brightly colored vegetables and fruits. In addition, you should also have a strenuous workout regimen, one in which you exercise at least five times per week. Lastly, don't forget to drink plenty of water. In fact, water should be mostly what you drink because it help cleanses impurities from the body.

Way to Become Attractive #2 Don't Subscribe to All the Latest Fads

Fads come and go, especially in the beauty and health industry. The sad fact is that most of these fads are scams and don't work. The only scientifically proven way to stay healthy and attractive long into old age is through a healthy diet and exercise.

Way to Become Attractive #3 Don't Compare Yourself to Others

An attractive person is one who stands out from the rest of the pack, so it's amazing that most people strive to look like certain celebrities. Look, the fact of the matter is that no matter how hard a person tries they will never be able to mold their body and feature to look like their favorite famous person. Instead of focusing on this, they should focus on becoming attractive in a unique way. This approach will get a person noticed much faster.

Way to Become Attractive #4: Don't Wear Yourself Out

Starving yourself and forcing yourself through rigorous exercise in the gym day in and day out is counterproductive to looking attractive and being healthy. Of course, you want to be thin. But you should not be so thin that you look sick. You can kill yourself in the gym everyday if you want, but you must make sure that you're eating a properly balanced diet so that your body can benefit from the exercise properly.

Way to Become Attractive #5 Be Committed

You should understand that being healthy and attractive is a lifetime commitment. Sure, occasionally you're going to slip and eat a big greasy hamburger. But understand that 99.9% of the time you won't be doing this. There's absolutely no way around this. If you're not committed to the lifestyle you won't be able to live it.

We live in a society where everyone has become obsessed with how other people see them. If you truly want to become attractive and start standing out then you have to follow the steps above, as well as build self-confidence in yourself that you're an attractive person. If you can do this, other people will pick up on this and you truly will be an attractive person.

Why Classic Jeans and T-shirts Always Look Great

What Makes It Appealing?

So, what is it about jeans and t-shirts being worn together that appeals so much to today’s youth? It’s simple, in 2011 it’s cool to be casual.
• Jeans are very versatile: They can go from casual to smart with the addition of some simple accessories such as heels, belts or bags and the same can be done with a t-shirt
• T-shirts always look cool: While oversized, scruffy t-shirts are generally a fashion faux pas, t-shirts that fit well around the chest, neck and arms can look great with a nice pair of jeans
• They are ideal for men and women, boys and girls
• People of all ages and from all over the world can pull the look off
• It suits people of any size

The ease of throwing on a nice t-shirt eliminates the hassle of spinning around in front of the mirror 15 times to see exactly how your top fits before you leave the house is a great feeling. Pair a t-shirt this with some stylish jeans and you can accessorise accordingly depending on what the occasion is. The jeans and t-shirt combo allows teenagers to be lazy with their fashion statements while still looking great.

When Can You Wear Jeans and T-Shirt Combos?

Funerals, weddings, operas and some work meetings are out of bounds for jeans and t-shirts but almost everything else is fine. You can wear them for shopping, going to church, work, taking the kids to school without embarrassing them, taking the dog for a walk and you can even wear them around the house doing the housework. You can also wear them when you go out for a nice meal by jazzing the outfit up with a nice belt and, for women a cute pair of heels. A night on the town is another great time to use your accessories to make your outfit sparkle.

A Modern Look?

Jeans and t-shirts are most definitely a modern combination, as for many generations the combo was seen of as being untidy rather than trendy. While it may have been acceptable to wear as a casual outfit around the house or during a trip to the park, it certainly wouldn’t have been a chosen outfit to wear out to dinner. This shift in trends may be down to the accessory-craze that ensures that you can make any outfit look great if you simply team it up with different accessories.

Jeans and t-shirts are a wonderful way to dress casually without looking like you didn’t bother to dress properly once you got out of the shower. As long as they fit well, are well-made and clean, this classic casual outfit can be worn by almost anyone, anywhere, at any time!

9 Hair Styling Secrets of the Top Salons

You may not be able to visit an expensive salon, but you can take advantage of these styling tips from some top hair stylists.

Create Soft Waves – Blow dry your hair straight. Spray Evian (or other bottled water) on hair with a pressurized spray bottle. Let hair dry naturally.

Quick Wavy Look Tip #1 – Part your hair on the sides and loosely braid the pieces that frame your face. Blow dry these pieces for a few minutes. Let your hair cool down before unbraiding it. Results: Your hair will be straight at the top and wavy on the bottom.

Quick Wavy Look Tip #2 – Part your hair into 1-inch sections. Roll sections up into pin curls and secure with hair clips or bobby pins. Put your shower cap on and jump into the shower. The steam will set your hair as you shower. Remove the cap afterwards. Take the clips out of your hair and shake your now wavy hair out.

Elegant Updo Tip #1 – Tease your hair lightly at the crown before pulling it into a French Twist. This creates more fullness.

Elegant Updo Tip #2 – Add a few drops of shine serum product before twisting hair into place to give your updo a polished look.

Hair Coloring Tip – Keep hair that’s been color-treated healthy by immediately applying a professional deep conditioner after hair has been dyed. This adds moisture and protects your hair from being over processed.

Best Blow Dryer - Invest in a blow dryer that has a nozzle to control air flow and a diffuser for curly styles.

Ionic Hair Products – Use an ionic blow dryer and iron because they lock in moisture. Hair becomes shinier and easier to manage.

Updated Hot Rollers – Battery operated hot rollers are great for curly hair styles and, best of all, they’re portable

8 Tips For A Healthy And Shining Skin

Tip 1: Drink Water

Water has long been considered as the most efficient natural treatment or an almost free treatment for any skin condition because of its being alkaline, with pH 7.3. It prevents dehydration which is capable of producing sebum or oil from the sebaceous glands. Your skin needs water in order for it to function best, thus doctors and nutritionists suggest that a daily intake of between 6 to 8 glasses of water per day is highly needed.

Tip 2: Watch Your Diet

Nutrition plays a vital role in skin health too. Specific foods such as those acidic foods and dairy products are said to be effective in causing an allergic reaction in some people. Also, one of the widely debated topics in the area of nutrition today is chocolates. Some say that chocolate does affect the condition of the skin, while others say it doesn’t. Whatever the result may be, the best advice is just to follow a nutritious diet that has a number of fresh fruits and green-leafy veggies, as well as fiber.

Tip 3: Consider Exfoliants

Many experts say that exfoliating your skin is another great way to attain a beautiful skin. So, try to invest in a good body exfoliant or “loofah”, as it is commonly called, as it is capable of eliminating the dead skin cells from your body. Accordingly, this should be done once or twice a week so to free the skin to breathe. What’s more, exfoliants help to put off ingrown hair from developing.

However, it is essential to avoid using any body exfoliant on the skin on the face. The main reason for this precaution is that the facial tissue is more sensitive and finer than those tissues of the body.

Tip 4: Consider a Healthy Routine for Facial Care

When it comes to facial skin care, getting into a healthy beauty routine is not bad. Most of the doctors today greatly suggest that you cleanse, moisturize and tone your skin twice every day. When cleaning, never fail to remember cleaning the area on the neck, including your face. Apply a moisturizer or neck cream after.

Before going to bed at night, always bear in mind to remove all make up. Clean your skin before you sleep, no matter how tired you may feel. It was found out that during the night, the skin goes through a process of elimination and cannot breathe properly if it is clogged with make up. And, you may also find out that sleeping with your make up on will cause your skin to “break out” with spots on it.

When it comes to shaving for men, some men may experience shaving rashes. For many, these rashes lower their self-esteem, but this is actually not a big problem to think about. There are a lot ways to avoid rashes. Perhaps one of the best is to make sure that when shaving, the razor strokes are following the direction of hair growth. That’s simply it!


Tip 5: Heal Your Feet

When it comes to skin care, the feet are often neglected. So, if care you found no time for a professional pedicure, try to fill a football or basin with warm water and add your favorite essential oil. Soak your feet for about fifteen minutes. Then, dry them and apply a rough skin remover onto them. Rinse this off and dry you feet well. And, if you consider pedicure, simply add some body cream to your feet for an easy and quick fix pedicure.


Tip 6: Avoid Too Much Exposure to the Sun

One of the most common precautions when it comes to skin care is avoiding too much exposure to the sun. As you may know, over exposure to sunlight causes sunburn. So, while current sun blocks only block out the UVB rays and still let in harmful UVA rays, it is still wise to cover up before venturing into the hands of Apollo. If possible, use a wide brimmed hat while tending your garden to keep the sun from your face.

Tip 7: Exercise

Aside from considering a healthy diet, exercising your body also helps keep your skin healthy. Note that a proper exercise does not only keep the body fit by regulating the oxygen; it also improves the glow of the skin as well.

Tip 8: Take Enough Rest

One common problem that face people is stress; the one which is not normal. It was found out that when a person is stressed, the adrenal cortex converts adrenal androgens to the hormone testosterone in male and female, which in turn results in overactive sebaceous glands. These adrenal androgens are released causing a double amount of testosterone, causing the face to be oily, while other areas of the body are still dry from dehydration. So, taking proper rest that includes 6 to 8 hours of undisturbed sleep daily is the best way to rejuvenate the skin.