Get Glowing and get going… January 31, 2012 15:13
And this means, for the next couple of minutes we would be talking about how to get that glowing skin for us? Here are some simple, yet affective tips… as your Beauty is complete not only with a flawless but also with a glowing skin; Wash your face way before you go to bed. If you wait until you're ready to hit the sack, you'll be too tired to wash up, and research shows skin repairs itself best around 10 p.m. So let skin breathe easy long before you start snoozing. Wear sunscreen every day, year-round. Botox bites. So use a moisturizer that has an SPF 15 or higher. UV rays can do their damage while you're sitting in class, riding in the car or walking the dog. Be nice to your face. Picking, poking and squeezing force bacteria deeper into the skin, resulting in scarring and further breakouts. If you've got major acne, an acne face wash is for you. If you just get spot breakouts, avoid acne washes. They worsen skin by drying out the clear parts and allowing dead skin-cell buildup. The buildup traps oil under skin, leading to more clogged pores and breakouts. So use spot treatments. Wash your face after you do your 'do. Almost all conditioners, hair sprays and mousses contain ingredients that can clog pores. So (carefully) wash your face after using hair products. Bacteria and oil can build up which can lead to clogged pores and breakouts. Use a mild soap (Nature's Gate Organics liquid soaps, $6, drugstores) and cold water to carefully wash out brushes, and rinse thoroughly. Toss cosmetics sponges after a few uses to prevent the spread of bacteria. As you sleep, bacteria and oil collect on your pillowcase and are reintroduced to your skin the following night. So invest in a stack of nice pillowcases, and wash them with a dye- and fragrance-free laundry detergent, like Tide Free. Get your beauty rest! Eight hours should do the trick. Sleep not only keeps undereye circles away but, at night, your body most actively rids itself of toxins that might otherwise wreak havoc with your skin. Z's also reduce stress, the top ache aggravator!
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Try to know the root cause of ‘Pimples’… January 30, 2012 12:19
The day I see a pimple on my face as soon as I get up, I immediately start with my battle against it… applying all those face packs, creams, covering the pimple up with a foundation, I do what not… once it is reduced, only then I would breath in peace. But, what if I think and try to know the basic reasons of pimples popping up on our face? Our bodies, including our faces, backs and chests, are covered in tiny hair follicles. Each follicle contains a sebaceous gland which produces an oily substance called sebum. At puberty hormones cause the amount of sebum produced by the glands to explode, especially in men. Sebum production tapers off as we get older. Now normally, this sebum comes to the surface of the hair follicle where it coats and protects our hair and skin. But if the pores on the skin surface get blocked, the sebum clogs and builds up, causing blackheads and whiteheads. Bacteria then invades the area, feeding on the sebum and making things worse. Our bodies fight the bacteria with white blood cells which, as they die off, form puss. The puss builds up, swelling the area, and Congratulations, you have a pimple! At this stage the pimple can develop further into cysts and nodules that go deep into the skin and can be quite painful and even lead to scars. That’s kind of the mechanics of how a pimple is formed and you need to understand it to be able to treat and prevent pimples effectively. So what blocks the pores in the first place? It’s not dirt. Don’t listen to people that tell you that poor hygiene is what causes pimples. It’s simply not true. That black you see on blackheads is actually melanin – a natural component of skin. That’s why you can clean your face as much as you want and what you’ll find is that it just aggravates your acne and causes it to get worse. So maybe you should tell them that too much hygiene is more of a problem! The real problem is inside your pores, not on the surface of the skin. The culprit is dead skin cells within the hair follicles. Normally, when individual skin cells die off (a normal natural process) the dead skin cells clear out of the follicle and are shed off of our bodies. But in acne sufferers the dead cells don’t clear out properly. They tend to ”slough off” in sheets instead of as individual dead cells. Sheets become clumps and clumps, unfortunately, don’t clear out of the follicles as easily as single cells. Why the process is different in acne sufferers is not well known. In theory, keratin (a natural protein of the skin) is over-produced in these acne-prone hair follicles and keratin plays a key role in binding the dead cells together in clumps that plug the follicle pores. This keratin over-production is caused by androgen hormone levels and those hormone levels are probably hereditary – it’s in your genes. It seems, Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is fought with topical agents such as benzoyl peroxide and antibiotic chemicals, and with oral antibiotics. Many doctors still assume that what cause acne pimples is bacteria (P. acnes) but in fact it is possible to have pimples develop without the involvement of bacteria. As we’ve seen in the development of a pimple, the bacteria only invades the area after the pore is blocked and the sebum backs up. This is one reason why targeting bacteria by slapping loads of creams and gels on your face is seldom effective and mostly a waste of time unless you have very light acne and can live with blackheads and whiteheads.
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A spot on the Beauty… January 28, 2012 10:27
Would not at all look good. The trend of clean and clear skin that is absolutely flawless is always in. but that is a different issue, we do not consider achieving the same. Despite of…
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Your hands… keep them clean and beautiful! January 27, 2012 12:57
Just like your face and skin, it is so very important to take a good care of your hands as well. most important is our hands should be clean first, in order to reduce the…
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Split ends? Split them off... January 26, 2012 13:48
Prevention is better than cure and when you are taking care of your beauty, it is better to prevent your skin and hair from the damage well in advance. Let us know the preventive measures…
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‘Make – up’ for your skin type! January 25, 2012 13:04
Putting on a minimal make up has become most common these days. In fact, in many types of professions today, it is must for Woman to put on a minimal make up… all we need to know better is, what type of make-up is best suited to our skin type; Recognize your skin type first; Normal skin -Complexion is even. -The surface of the skin is neither too oily nor too dry. -Lotion-based foundations are recommended. Oily skin -The face will have an allover shine. -The face leaves behind acne and pigmentation marks. -Makeup expert, Clint Fernandes, says, "Women with oily skin should ideally opt for foundations which are water-based or rather should only go in for compacts and a concealer. Since, sunscreen is usually heavy, the base of the makeup should be matte finish to remove the facial tissue of any excess oils. The shade of the foundation should not be either a shade lighter or darker than the skin tone. The trick is to keep it as minimal as possible." Dry skin -The face looks and feels dry and tight. -Cream-based liquid foundations are advisable. -Applying a compact powder on dry skin can make it feel parched. Tone it right Minimal is the mantra these days. Select a few shades that seem close to your natural skin tone. Make sure to sample it in natural light, since stores usually have fluorescent bulbs. Try the color on your jawline, not on your wrists and hands to check the seamless blend. Dusky -It is always safer to opt for a water-based foundation. -A sheer foundation and a good concealer are musts for creating the illusion for a perfect skin. -While applying foundation, your aim should be for a lighter coverage. -Add a drop of water to the foundation to blend well. -Dab compact after the foundation is applied. This will give the skin sheen and will not make it look too heavy. -Avoid applying too much of compact powder. And dust off all the excess. -Make-up artist, Bharat Godambe, says, "Liquid foundation is the best one for women with a dusky complexion. Also, it is very important to keep in mind that the shade of the foundation should be very close to that of the skin tone, to avoid looking white." Wheatish -Choose a concealer and foundation which have yellow pigments. -Earthy shades go very well with wheatish complexion. -Never use a foundation which has a pinkish tone; this will make your skin look grey. -Apply a compact after the foundation to lend a smooth surface to your skin.Fair -Determine whether your fairness is rosy pink or pale gold. -According to the tone, select a shade which is closer to your skin shade. -Select warmer tones for an even complexion.
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Why you need to take a break from beauty care? January 24, 2012 12:21
Well, co – incidence but theme of today could be ‘Break’. We have talked about reasons for taking a break from daily routine… then what about beauty routine? Are we supposed to take a break from our beauty routine as well and adapt the new way of pampering our beauty? Let’s find out; Most often, it’s the pitfalls that bring one's regimen to a screaming halt. Redness, itching, and unusual onset of rashes are all possible symptoms that something is amiss. Your skin might not tolerate a product anymore, or, more likely, your beauty products stopped playing nice with each other. On the other hand, you may be having a serious beauty-product overdose; with so many changes in the skincare, many women are using products that are redundant.If you're ready to break up with your beauty routine — it's temporary, we swear — here's how to save face and take a break. When we see bubbles in our cleanser, we think of clean skin, but it can also mean dry and tight skin. Soap is not your friend. If your face feels so tight after you wash it that you have to layer gobs of moisturizer on it, you are probably stripping your skin and adding to the aging process. Remember, your face is your canvas, massage your cleanser on your skin gently and always in upward strokes. Rinse with tepid water — two parts cold to one part hot — and apply your skin care regimen. Some of us have red splotchy areas on our faces that have no reason to be there. First, consider if one of your products is causing the problem. If not, look for products that contain skin redness reducers. After you apply this redness reducing treatment, then apply your cover-up. There are so many cover-ups available to you — it’s just all about what you like whether it is a stick form, a brush form or a nude base in a pot. Dab your concealer to those red areas and watch them disappear. Here are some tips for your beautiful Skin to appear more ‘Good’; In the morning, a splash of lukewarm water is all you need (we find it's great for removing excess oils from your nightly moisturizing). Never wash your face with hot or cold water (both can cause broken capillaries). Also be careful about overcleansing skin, see signs you are overcleansing your skin. Some people swear by toners, but many beauty experts do not claim, Toners are meant to remove all remaining traces of oil, makeup and dirt, but a good cleanser should do this. I firmly believe it's up to you. If you like the way your skin feels with a toner. Buy it. Use it. Enjoy it. Some beauty experts strongly recommend eye creams. Why? The skin around the eye contains no fatty tissue and is therefore very thin and susceptible to wrinkles. Special eye creams are formulated to "thicken" this area. Yet other experts (including the beauty editors of Allure in their new book) claim your daily lotion works around the eyes just as well. Move ahead for ‘more’ beautiful you!
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Forgot the basics in the process of adapting ‘New’? January 23, 2012 15:47
Not only in the scenario of changing a Profession or adapting anything new, our basic tendency of forgetting the basics in the process of learning ‘New’ is definitely applicable to our beauty as well… Let’s…
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Pamper your ‘Beauty’ this Week end! January 21, 2012 13:43
Looks like the theme of all Woman related articles is ‘Week End’… well, what more could we expect for rather than two entire days for taking care of our Body, Mind and Soul? In ‘Beauty’…
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Wrinkles? Let them not bother you… January 20, 2012 12:49
Are wrinkles under your eye are causing to be the hurdles for your beauty? Forget about the budget availability that makes you go for an anti – wrinkle treatment… here are some natural and easy…
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Enjoy this ‘Thunder’ too! January 19, 2012 11:50
Though we are nearing February, look like winter is in so love with us and does not seem to be leaving us at least for some more time. We have no other option but to take good care of your body, to enjoy this season as well. And for that; Massage your body with coconut oil half-an-hour before a bath. This will soften the skin and make it glow also. Moisturize your skin twice a day. In the morning with a light moisturizer and in the night a rich one. Massage in upwards and outward directions. Exfoliate once a week. A gentle exfoliator scrubs off the dead cells giving the skin a polished look. Home-made Recipe for Exfoliation Ingredients: 1/2 cup Bran 1/2 cup Lemon peel powder 4 tspNeem powder 4 tblsp crushed fresh rose petals 2 tsp Sandalwood powder Milk to make a smooth paste Directions: Mix all the ingredients and apply on the face. This will not only give a flawless skin but also leave you smelling good. Keep up your water intake - Most people tend to drink less water as the temperature drops. Try to drink room temperature water – it is better for your digestion too! Exfoliate! - I cannot say enough about what an important step this is. Develop a ritual of using a body scrub once a week (it takes less than 3 minutes to exfoliate your body). This will help remove dry, flaky skin and reveal your radiant, smooth, touchable skin. Plus, your moisturizer will do its job better. Moisturize skin while wet - After your bath or shower, massage on body oil, then gently pat your skin dry with a soft towel. The water helps the natural plant oils sink in and hydrate your skin. Keep shower and bath water not too Hot! - The hotter your water, the drier your skin! Avoid harsh chemicals - use natural products - Many people may become sensitive to the man-made chemicals, causing dry, itchy skin, that are in many body care products. Using natural ingredients and organic whenever available, feels so much better and it is better for the earth. Just be sure to read ingredients because I know some people can be allergic to some natural ingredients as well (such as nuts). Moisturize hands and feet every night - Your hands and feet are deserving of great care. Because we rely on them for so much they should always be taken care of year-round, but especially in the colder months. Massage your body oil (you just need a little) on them every night before going to sleep and I bet you will have sweeter dreams too. When you cannot avoid anything, just enjoy living with the same!
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‘Dead Skin’? no more for you! January 18, 2012 17:01
Beauty is all about adding more and more life to your natural looks. But the same is next to impossible if you are surviving with Dead skin on your face. You can neither just like that get rid of it. You need to have a clear skin by getting rid of all the skin impurities. What more is required if you manage to find the Natural way of getting rid of this Dead Skin and gaining back your natural glow? Here are few tips that can help you; Wash your face way before you go to bed. If you wait until you're ready to hit the sack, you'll be too tired to wash up, and research shows skin repairs itself best around 10 p.m. So let skin breathe easy long before you start snoozing. Wear sunscreen every day, year-round. Botox bites. So use a moisturizer that has an SPF 15 or higher (try Eucerin Skin Renewal SPF 15 Day Lotion, $10, drugstores). UV rays can do their damage while you're sitting in class, riding in the car or walking the dog. Be nice to your face. Picking, poking and squeezing force bacteria deeper into the skin, resulting in scarring and further breakouts. Stop thinking that if your skin feels tight it must be clean. Tight skin isn't clean skin--its dry skin. If you're rushing to dab on moisturizer after you wash, time to find a cleanser that won't leave you high and dry. Normal and combination skin will benefit most from a gel formula (we love Nivea Visage Refreshing Cleansing Gel, $6, drugstores). Got dry or sensitive skin? Go for a creamy cleanser. Either way, choose a low foaming formula. More lather=more drying. Less lather=less drying. Banish breakouts. If you've got major acne, an acne face wash is for you (we like Clearasil Total Control 5-in-1 Acne Cleanser and Moisturizer, $9, drugstores). If you just get spot breakouts, avoid acne washes. They worsen skin by drying out the clear parts and allowing dead skin-cell buildup. You can help reduce the occurrence of blackheads by eating the right kinds of foods -- this will reduce sebum production, increase good moisture in the skin and help the production of new skin cells. Avoid cooked carbohydrates and fats, replace these with fresh fruits, vegetables and raw fats (avocadoes, olives, olive oil etc). Read our article of the scientific link between diet and acne for more information. If you do wear makeup, make sure any foundations and concealers are non-comedogenic and oil free so they won't block pores. Try not to apply make up if your face is sweating. Always remove your make up with a cleanser at the end of the day. Keep your entire make up brushes and sponges clean. Wash them in mild shampoo once a month and let dry completely before using.
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