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Summer Makeup Trends That Are Going To Be Big This Summer

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          Dewy and Natural Skin : Emphasizing healthy and radiant skin will continue to be a popular trend. Achieve a fresh-faced look by using lightweight, dewy foundations or tinted moisturizers, and highlight your natural features.          Bold and Colorful Eyes: Experimenting with vibrant eyeshadow shades will be on-trend. Think bright blues, vivid pinks, and striking yellows. Whether it's a bold cat-eye or a pop of color on the lids, play around with different shades to make your eyes stand out.           Glossy Lips: High-shine lips will make a comeback this summer. Opt for glossy lipsticks, lip glosses, or even lip oils to achieve a luscious and plump look. Clear glosses and soft pinks are classic choices, but don't be afraid to try bold and bright shades as well. 4        Sun-Kissed Bronzer: A sun-kissed glow never goes out of style during the summer. Use a bronzer to add warmth and definition to your face. Apply it to the high points of your face, such as

Stretch MarksTreatment

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  What makes this remedy work when creams and lotions alone do not To put it plainly, no creams or lotions when used alone can penetrate the whole depth of stretch marks, nor can they fill in the indentations caused by the broken down connective tissues. The only way to reduce or even remove stretch marks, is through aggressive skin regeneration and resurfacing. The Stretch Marks removal massage remedy by Jean© effectively combines vigorous skin massage and precise skin exfoliation to achieve just that. Used together with certain skin lotions/creams that promote skin metabolism and regeneration, visible improvement sometimes can be seen just over night. Most people can experience the reduction of depth, width. length of the scars in just a few weeks. How does this method remove stretch marks Basically, We take the principle that of the laser surgery or microdermabrasion, and apply that at home. In the 2 procedures we mentioned, the top skin layer is literally "burnt

Dark Complexion Make-up

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  Rabindranath Tagore had his own words of praise for the black complexion people especially women. The fair women always inspired him, but he did not neglect the black complexioned people. He stated " Shey je jotoi kalo hok dekhechi tar kalo horin chokh". This means that however dark she might be, her black and dark eyes bright as a deer. This justifies the fact that women who are dark can also look exquisitely beautiful if they have good skin and wonderful features. Today being dark, according to me is a boon; people prefer dark complexioned women and all the super models are dark. But the only thing that is to be borne in the mind is that she should have a good make up and a healthy skin. ; A dark skin is more resilient than fair skins. Due to more pigment, it can withstand exposure to the sun much better. It is basically hardier. It is always a repetition that any skin, which is healthy and clear, can look beautiful. With a flawless and healthy skin, th

Cat-Eye Liner, How to Create

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  A cat-eye is an exotic eyeliner option that adds interest and intrigue to your face. It is created when your upper lid lash line attaches to a subtly winging lower lid lash line. Selecting the proper brush and optimal eyeliner medium will aid you in successfully completing your cat-eye. Because this requires a steady hand and some experience, practice several times to hone your cat-eye skills. Tapered eyeliner brush Cream, powder or liquid eyeliner Cotton swab Eye makeup remover   Introduction 1 Practice your cat-eye technique on a bare eye, so you can remove the eyeliner and try over again. Put on all of your other eye makeup, including brow filler, prior to applying your eyeliner. Select an eyeliner brush that is tapered to a point. Select cream eyeliner for a sheen effect or powder eyeliner for a more subtle effect. Choose liquid eyeliner for the most dramatic effect. 2 Dip your dam

Simple tips for beautiful neck

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  Many women care for their facial skin, but avoid neck skin. In fact dust, sweat, pollution, germs, and bacteria get deposited in larger proportion on our neck. It is the most neglected part of the body. Even harmful sunrays emitted by sun affects the skin on neck. Neck is the most sensitive part of the body. Persisting neglection will lead to early aging of the skin on neck. Generally, women end up in spending lot of money is buying expensive cosmetic products. But, these products do not provide satisfied results. They might provide some temporary effects which will fade away when you stop using them. Thus, it is better to use some home made remedies that will result in beautiful and graceful neck. Home remedies are easy to prepare and very effective in the treatment of numerous diseases. They are highly admired world wide as; they are easily available in kitchen cabinets at inexpensive rates. Numerous home remedies are used to care your skin tine, but we have mention

Care & Exercises for the Eye

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  Vitamins A, B and C are very essential for the good care of the eyes. Milk, butter, cod liver oil, egg yolk, yellow and orange coloured vegetables such as pumpkin, carrot, tomato, mango, papaya, melon as well as green leafy vegetables such as celery, parsley, spinach etc contain a large amount of vitamin A. 8 to 10 hours of sleep is a must for bright eyes.  To avoid eye strain :  Do not work in dim light Wear sunglasses whenever you step out in the sun Use face wash instead of soap because soap tends to darken the skin on the eyelids. Do not read continuously in moving vehicles. Do not stare too tong at anything without blinking the eyes. Blinking provides lubrication and relief from light. Do not rub the eyes too hard. To give momentary relief to the eyes, close the eyes with your palms so that no light can enter. Now open the eyes in the palm cup and stare into this darkness for a minute. Exercises for eyes

Skin Disorders

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  The skin is subject to various problems - blemishes, infections and growth due to internal or external causes. It occurs equally among men and women. Some of the skin disorders are Lesion - Change in tissue formation. Papule - A firm raised lesion Pustule - Similar to papule but contains puss. Seborrhea - Excessive secretion of disturbed quantity of sebum is collected upon the skin in the form of oily coating. This is known as seborrhea. Some times a burning sensation is felt White heads - These are caused by pores getting clogged with hardened oil. Here the pores are not open. They therefore show up as tiny white pearly lumps beneath the surface of the skin. They usually form on oily skin. Black heads - In this case the pores are open and clogged sebum is exposed to the air. Oxidation takes place turning it black in colour. Acne - This is one of the most common skin disorders which primarily affects the adolescents as

Foods That Help Lose Weight

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We often blame metabolism for our weight problems and it's often true. In this article we will list some foods that can speed up your metabolism significantly, so you will be able to lose unwanted weight easier, while enjoying tasty, healthy food. List of Foods to Eat to Speed Up Metabolism Ginger It warms the organism , what makes your metabolism faster. You can add few slices of ginger to your tea or season with ginger poultry and other dishes. In winter time, ginger will help you fightthe infections. Meat Contains L-Carnitine - often called "fat burner". Meat is also the source of Coenzyme Q10 , which speed up biochemical changes in the cells of your body. White Cheese The source of proteins , to digest proteins, your body needs more energy than to burn carbohydrates and fats. That's why, those who eat more proteins, often have faster metabolism. Pineapple Contains bromelain , substance which helps to digest fats, starch and proteins. Thanks to

Natural Weight Loss Vs. Cosmetic Procedures

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There are many people who need to lose weight for health reasons. Being overweight or obese can predispose a person to diabetes, heart disease, joint problems and many other health issues. Once a person decides that losing weight is the best option, he or she has the tough decision of deciding how to lose that weight. Although it may seem like a person is taking the easy road if he or she decides to get smart lipo procedure or gastric bypass, but before making such a drastic decision a person needs to weigh the risks and benefits of each procedure. If a person chooses to get any type of weight loss surgery, he or she first needs to make sure she is healthy enough for it. There are risks associated with any type of surgery and if a person is not healthy, it makes the risks of complications even greater. The person then needs to make sure that he or she chooses a board certified plastic surgeon. Getting surgery at the hands of anyone but a professional is always risky busin

Liposuction Cosmetic Surgery as a Weight Loss Method

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  It's always good to weigh all of your options before choosing a weight loss strategy. And in most cases, people just opt for the traditional approach, which includes visiting the gym, and cutting out unhealthy foods like pizza, pop, and burgers. Of course, we all know that sticking to a strict routine is easier said than done, so perhaps you should try an alternative method for losing pounds. Liposuction cosmetic surgery is one of the most popular alternative weight loss methods because it produces quick, satisfying results. But before you rush off to schedule your visit with Dr. Knife, it's important to know the basics of liposuction, along with the advantages and disadvantages. What is Liposuction? Liposuction, or lipoplasty (fat modeling), is a simple concept; fat is surgically removed from between the skin and muscle to enhance the body's shape and size. Surgeons use a stainless steel instrument similar to a tube called a cannula that's connected to

How to Look Beautiful without Makeup: Benefits of a Bare Face

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  There are hundreds of tutorials on the internet explaining how to use makeup to create a no-makeup look. Of course, all of these tutorials makes a person wonder why the writers and experts don’t just skip the makeup altogether, instead of providing a long list of products that make your skin look dewy or sun-kissed. So rather than wear makeup that creates the illusion of not having makeup on, maybe you should read about the benefits of staying away from the makeup aisle and keeping a naked face. Who has the Time? Not all women have money to buy a truckload of makeup products, nor do they have the time. We can’t all dedicate 30 minutes in front of a mirror before work or school just to apply makeup because let’s face it: it takes us 30 minutes just to roll out of bed in the morning. And don’t forget that at the end of each day, you’ll need to spend even more time trying to get the products off of your face, which will cost more money as you’ll have to buy makeup remover

Neroli Essential Oil - Healing Properties

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  Neroli essential oils have a rich history of use that began when Anne Marie Orsini, a 17th century princess from Nerola, Italy, used Neroli as a perfume and body wash. Little did Orsini know, Neroli would go on to become one of the most popular essential oils due to its ability to alleviate headaches, treat depression and rejuvenate skin. Incredibly, these aren't even half of the benefits since there are numerous other perks to using Neroli. Here is a look at some of the other benefits to Neroli essential oils, along with the basics of this product. The Essentials of Neroli Essential Oils Neroli is certainly one of the best-smelling essential oils on the market with its sweet, floral aroma. In fact, Neroli essential oils are used in a large number of top-selling perfumes, which speaks volumes about its wonderful smell. Moving past the sweet fragrance of Neroli, this oil is also revered for the fact that it's one of the safest and least irritating essential oi

Eucalyptus Essential Oil - Uses and Benefits

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While many essential oils provide similar benefits, Eucalyptus essentials oil offers more unique benefits. You can use Eucalyptus oil to do everything from healing wounds faster to solving respiratory problems such as bronchitis and asthma. Of course, like many other essential oils, Eucalyptus can also be used as a hair care product or as a household aroma. If all of this sounds great, read on to find out everything you need to know about Eucalyptus essential oils. Eucalyptus Essential Oils Basics The majority of Eucalyptus oils come from Australia, where it is extracted from evergreen Eucalyptus trees that grow there. However, Eucalyptus is also sparsely found in other parts of the world such as Asia and Africa. Going back to Australia, it's widely believed that the Aborigines here are the first ones to have discovered and used Eucalyptus essential oils. The Aborigines used these oils to cure everything from breathing problems to muscle pains. Interestingly enough,

Rosemary Essential Oil: Benefits & Uses

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  Found along the windswept shores of the Mediterranean Sea, rosemary oil has a deep history dating back to the Roman days. The Romans used rosemary for a variety of purposes, including healing, incense, cosmetics and religious ceremonies. Even today, people hold rosemary essential oil sacred because of its incredible beauty and healing properties, which include being a memory aid, pain reliever, skin toner, mouthwash, moisturizer, respiratory aid and more. Assuming you are interested in finding out the specifics on how this product can help you, here is a deeper look at rosemary oil. Rosemary Oil Overview As mentioned before, rosemary is found in the Mediterranean region, and it grows as an evergreen plant that sometimes reaches 5-6 feet high. Seeing as how rosemary has traditionally grown around the Mediterranean area, it’s no surprise that it appears in both Roman and Greek mythology. In fact, Aphrodite was depicted as wearing rosemary when she was first born. In rega

Cedarwood Essential Oil: Benefits & Uses

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As you may have guessed from the name, cedarwood essential oil typically comes from cedar trees throughout North America. However, the uses for cedarwood oil haven't been limited to just North America because cultures around the world have used this product for a variety of benefits. The Egyptians used cedarwood essential oil for perfume and beauty purposes, the Native Americans used it to cure respiratory problems, and Greeks used the oil because they thought it would make them immortal. And while the benefits of cedarwood may not go quite as far as the Greeks wanted, there are a variety of healing properties and other perks to using this oil. But before we get into all of this, let's take a quick look at the basics of cedarwood. Cedarwood Oil Basics Cedarwood oil is extracted from the wood of its namesake tree through steam distillation. And there is normally plenty of wood to extract the oil from since many cedar wood trees grow over 100 feet high and 4-5 fee

How to Apply Cologne Properly

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  Cologne is an important part of a man's daily routine…..at least it should be. After all, simply using just soap and water isn’t enough for some women since they like to smell a little cologne as well. Fortunately, cologne doesn't have to be expensive, so choose one that fits your budget. Also keep in mind that body sprays are not the same as colognes, and should only be used when deodorant and/or cologne isn't around. The reason why is because body sprays have too much alcohol in them, and this causes the smell to wear off when combined with your body's sweat. Getting back to the subject, here is a look at how you should apply cologne for the best results. Getting Started Throughout the seasons, your body's temperature fluctuates, and so should your cologne. Think of cologne as you would clothing, and choose two different products to wear in the Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter seasons . Because the body becomes warmer in the spring and summer, you'

Prom Beauty

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  Clearly, prom is a big event in a girl’s life and one that produces visions of glamour and fun. It’s also big business for hair salons, dress shops, and florists. Getting ready for prom night requires decisions and more decisions. So, what's a girl to do and where should she start? Besides planning your evening, you will want to choose a unique dress, shoes, and handbag. Not only that, there's makeup, hair, and nails to do. Our prom guide will give you lots of ideas and inspiration for beauty, hairstyles, and gowns so that you're prepared for a memorable evening at the dinner and dance. The best rule for dressing up and looking fabulous without going over the top is to look like yourself…just with an added bit of glamour. Overdoing it can leave you looking old-fashioned, unfamiliar, or just plain garish. With that in mind, choose two or three tips from the list below to enhance your glam factor for the big night. Try using shimmer sh

Types of Foundation

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  When you apply foundation to your face, you are creating a base to even out your skin tone and cover imperfections. Consider the base to be a palette to which you will add makeup to bring out your finest features. There are several types of foundation, available in a variety of shades and coverage. Your choice should largely depend upon your skin type, age, and budget. Listed below are the major types of foundation, one of which should be perfect for you. For additional tips on application, visit our makeup tips page. 1) Liquid Foundation Liquid foundation is probably the most popular because it's easy to apply, is comfortable to wear, and comes many shades to choose from. Not only that, it sets well on both oily and dry skin. If your skin is oily, choose a water-based, liquid foundation and if your skin is dry, you can go with oil-based to help keep skin supple and moist. If you have combination skin, try both but begin with water-based.

Summer Makeup Tips

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  However you look at it, cosmetics probably play a large part of your summer beauty routine. Simple tricks often make the largest impact in how you look and how you perceive yourself. Fine-tune your beauty regimen and discover which makeup tips will flatter your skin tone and bring out your best features. Check your results in bright lights or daylight to make sure your colors are blended and look natural. Foundation Keep your foundation thin in warmer weather. Your skin tone will change, so don't be afraid to buy a bottle of your favorite brand in a darker color and mix it to match your skin. If it is too heavy, add some water or moisturizer to thin it out a little bit. Eye Shadow Lighter makeup accentuates a dark tan. The new eye shadows available today give shimmer and glide on smoothly. Combine a lighter creme eye-shadow with light lipstick or lip gloss and you'll have an instant, updated summer look. For longer lasting makeup, apply pr