Have you been looking for a gift set for your girlfriends but couldn’t think of anything?
Tsharma has suggested:
If you know your friends’ scent preferences, you can easily put together a gorgeous bubble bath set for her. If you aren’t exactly sure what she likes and aren’t the greatest at extracting hints without giving the whole game away, you can just as easily put together a set that contains classic products in either unscented or mildly scented varieties. Bubble bath is a fun gift for the little ones, too. Kids love those frothy bubbles, and today’s vast scent selections make the experience even more fun. And if you happen to know a guy who’s in touch with his feminine side, he may just appreciate that bubble bath set a whole lot more than a wallet or a necktie.
August 10th, 2010 in
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Whether it be a small basic cosmetic pouch, or an elaborate beauty-salon-in-a-case, every woman has it. The beauty kit is essential for daily survival, as some may say. Women carry it with them wherever they go.
But some overdo it. Let’s be honest – when was the last time you used that lipstick at the bottom of the pouch? How about that purple eye-shade duo? It’s time to clean-up your beauty kit. Keep what you use on a regular basis; toss out (at least back to the dresser) those you rarely do. Here’s a list of the essentials:
Moisturizer. To save on space, keep a small tube or bottle. One that incorporates sunblock with at least SPF 15 is a wise choice. A small tube of hand cream is also a must.
Cleanser. You need to clean your face at least twice a day, most especially during warm climate or if you have oily skin. Have with you a small tube of your facial cleanser. Hypoallergenic facial wipes are also a convenient choice.
Blotting paper and facial tissue. These come in handy during greasy emergencies. Make sure to keep a pack at all times.
Lip balm. Choose a product that offers moisturizing as well as sun protection.
On top of these essentials, add your cosmetics: face powder or foundation; 2 of your favorite lipsticks (at the most); lip liner; 1 waterproof mascara; blush-on, eye makeup and eyeliner; cosmetic sharpener; makeup brush for cheeks and eyes; and a small bottle of your favorite scent.
Hear ye, hear ye–no need to look further than your kitchen pantry. Here are some natural beauty treatments–all natural!Aspirin: with exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties; effective for treating and preventing acne.
Apple Cider Vinegar: exfoliates and brightens the skin.
Baking Soda: effectively, but gently, exfoliates the face and body; also used for cleansing (combined with other products, or used alone).
Epsom Salt: also a sedative, it exfoliates and softens skin (must not be used on the neck and face).
Honey: a natural antibacterial and antiseptic, it is good for cleaning oily and blemished skin, treating acne, and helps skin to retain moisture because of its natural anti-oxidant content.
Hydrogen Peroxide: an effective natural sanitier, though should not be used on otherwise healthy skin.
Lemon Juice: a natural exfoliant, anti-infective nad skin brightener; bleaches discolored areas and darkened skin; removes dead skin.
Oatmeal: calms skin, and has anti-inflammatory uses; it has silicon and other minerals that soothe the skin, and helps relieves itching.
Olive Oil: a natural moisturizer; loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidants; provides barrier for skin, but does not clog the pores.
June 10th, 2010 in
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MAC is probably the best kind of make up there is on the market. The great thing about pigmented loose eye shadows is that they don’t cake and looks The MAC brand definitely offers the hippest trendy colors that are just about what is needed for the fun season of summer. It also appears so natural on skin. Because it is loose, its containers may appear a centimeter bigger, but don’t fret, this is only because loose powder tends to press against each other thus flattening the entire content. Also evident in this kind of shadow is its long-lasting easy to blend feature, but the best part of this make-up is its subtle effect intended to give a natural look to its user. It comes in ranges of great colors and hues that would suit most skin types.
Neutrogena is known for its hypoallergenic and effective skin care line. The best thing about this product is that it not only provides optimum skin protection and rejuvenation but it also offers a long lasting repair system that works even after the product residue has fallen off. Say for instance the facial wash of the Neutrogena line, after using it to wash your face, it serves as a mint to cool off the facial tissues. This is after rinsing the soap. Also, the sun block, even after the duration of the SPF has expired; it continues to serve the user with sun protection. The only difference is, its no longer as potent as that of the earlier application. That’s the best thing about this kind of skin care line, it has an after effect that works to serve the user. Now that’s what we call skin pampering.
April 10th, 2010 in
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Beautiful skin starts with a clean slate, literally.
Before putting on makeup or going to bed at night, make sure you wash your face with a cleanser suited for your skin type. Some soaps are too harsh and may strip your skin of its natural moisture. Unless directed by your dermatologist, it is better to use facial cleansers.
Incorporating a routine for deep cleansing once a week using a facial mask or scrub can also bring your face a youthful glow.
The latest in cleansing is the use of fine, soft bristle brushes to remove deep seated grime and dirt. Facial cleansing brushes can be used with cleansing lotions. Wet skin with water and use the cleansing brush with small circular movements working upwards from your neck. Facial brushes such as the one shown here can be bought at The Body Shop.
Here are some of the uses of olive oil for skin care:
- antioxidant: delays aging of skin
- moisturizer: maintains skin elasticity, smoothness and hydration (Try making a mask by mixing olive oil, egg yolk and honey. Apply on your face and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.)
- tonic for the hair: keeps hair moisturized and shiny (Try making a hair mask by mixing olive oil with two eggs. Keep it over the hair for 30 minutes before washing.)
- for the hands: add two spoons of sugar to olive oil, and rub the mixture on your hands before rinsing with warm water.
- for the nails: soaking your nails in olive oil and lemon juice for 5 minutes, or leave it overnight, but use gloves; this strengthens the nails.
- mascara: add one or two drops of olive oil on mascara that has dried up.
- body massage
- add on to any of the usual skin care product.
- homemade recipe: to moisturize and rejuvenate skin (Mix a few drops of olive oil one egg yolk and one spoon of honey. Apply over the face and neck, and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Splash a little bit of cold water in your face and apply a moisturizer.)
Did you know that -
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States? More than 1 million skin cancers are diagnosed annually.
More than 90 percent of all skin cancers are caused by sun exposure?
A person’s risk for skin cancer doubles if he or she has had five or more sunburns?
Aside from preventing premature aging, skin protection and sun safety are effective measures of preventing skin cancer. The Skin Cancer Foundation has these tips:
- Seek the shade, especially between 10 A.M. and 4 P.M.
- Do not burn.
- Avoid tanning and UV tanning booths.
- Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day.
- Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours.
- Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
- Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of six months.
- Examine your skin head-to-toe every month.
- See your physician every year for a professional skin exam.
Sugar for your coffee? What about sugar for your skin?
Sugar scrubs are becoming a famous spa treatment product. Home made recipes are also available online.
Sugar scrubs are found to naturally exfoliates but do not dry the skin. It eliminates blemishes and it does not clog your pores. It contains alpha-hydroxy compounds which soften skin and because it moisturizes, you may opt not to put on lotion after bathing with sugar scrub. This is in contrast with salt scrubs which strips the skin of its natural oils, leaving the skin dry.
Sugar scrub should be applied to wet skin with your hands and massage in circular motion. There is no sticky feel after rinsing.
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What do you often do before going to bed at night? You wash your face with a cleanser, wipe it clean with a toner, moisturize it with creams. During the day, you put on sunscreen. But what about your lips? Lips are skin too.
There are products for cleaning and moisturizing the lips. A lipstick remover should be used to wipe out residual lipstick without drying out the lips. Several organic, plant-based lipsticks contain moisturizers and sunscreen with SPF 15 to protect the lips from moisture loss and from the harmful rays of the sun. Add protection to your usual lip color!
