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Make up Don't Break Up

November 29th 2008 18:25
Make up or War paint
There is a lot of different beliefs regarding make-up, in my opinion less is more. When your are young mother nature has given you a beautiful wrinkle free complexion so why hide under layers of oil or water based artificial pigment. Let you natural beauty shine through remember make-up is only to improve on what was given to you at birth. I have been a fully qualified cosmetologist for about 15 years now and I have advised this to my younger clients. Teenagers through lack of confidence pile it on thinking that they will hide all their imperfections when really they had just highlighted them, you see that is what make-up is a highlighter it draws attention to the good bits. A young girl starting out a bit of lip gloss and some mascara that’s all you need. At night in your room maybe with friends practice eye shadow and blush, make sure it is a friend who will tell you the truth. I used to have make-up parties when my friends were sleeping over we had great fun, trying to improve each other or just making a monster out of each other. Give it a try girls you need to hide nothing so this is your time to shine.

Getting older it happens to us all, I am in my 30’s and noticing some new lines that were not there before. Don’t think you can fill them with make-up it does not work remember in my previous paragraph you will just highlight them. His is when you take the focus off them, pay attention to your eyes but not too heavy just define them more with eyeliner and the brow bone should be a light shade. Define your lips more with lip pencil it also stops colour bleeding. Your blush should be minimal just highlighted. When your eyebrows are perfectly tweezed, your eye shadow is applied well along with definition created with the eye pencil, your cheeks hollow highlighted with a light blush maybe some highlighter at the top of the cheek and the most perfectly defined kissable lips ever you will be giving the stars a run for their money.

Getting on a bit believe it or not you use less make-up. My most important tip is lighter shade off lipsticks is the way to go because darker shades make you look older, try it you will see for yourself. Do not fall into the trap of too much powder I call them scone ladies, you should use a base near to your skin colour, lightly defined eyes and definitely lip liner because of colour bleeding. If you follow these steps you can embrace getting older because that brings its own beauty, the kind that shines from the inside.
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Hair Today Not Gone Tomorrow

November 29th 2008 18:22
Hair
It does more than keep your head warm.
Hair can show a quiet, confident, trendy etc. Person. The colours you can get nowadays are exceptional, but also remember get advice because skin tone and lifestyle plays a big part, instead of complimenting you it can go horribly wrong. Each person is a individual and therefore will suit different things. Have a good look at yourself in the mirror, notice your colour of hair especially base tones ( (the actual colour black, brown. Red, blonde) then notice the natural highlights (best seen in daylight) Hair is made from the 4 basic pigments Black, brown, red, blonde whatever pigment you have most of is your all over colour. Highlights you will notice more at the front, hair is always that bit lighter at the front because of the elements. Now that you have got that sorted out what colour should you go for.
A major change blonde – black this be a disaster if not done right. You have to use red pigment to avoid it turning green “not pretty” and the same vice versa.
Any colour can be achieved if you have got the confidence to try it and a change is as good as a holiday so go for it. Some people you have to strip the colour out of the hair completely in order to get the desired result.
Hair come under the fast growing cell category, it does not stop keeps on going as long as you do that is how when receiving chemotherapy it falls out. Chemotherapy targets fast growing cells like cancer in order to stop them and unfortunately stop the hair cells too but still a small price to pay because it usually grows back in.
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I can think of one way – Michael Jackson. But if the likes of Michael Jackson (well, all the Jackson clan really) and Jocelyn Wildenstein aren’t enough reasons to dissuade you, John Ewoldt of Star Tribune has asked dermatologists, plastic surgeons and cosmetics expert about 5 procedures and products that cost much less and are possibly more effective than a facelift.

Michael Jackson
Wacko Jackson in his plastic glory

Sunscreen
The most face-saving product, sunscreen protects the skin from aging before its time, not to mention it reduces the risks of skin cancer. People with lighter complexions should opt for at least 30 protection while others should go for 15 but all sunscreens should state they protect the skin against UVA and UVB rays.

A good skin regime
Cleansing, moisturising, protecting and correcting should be a part of your daily skin regime. You don’t have to go for high-end cleansers that promise everything with their extravagant price tag when Cetaphil for around AUD$10 a bottle is a gentle cleanser that works just fine and has been voted by many beauty experts as one of the best cleansers on the market. Choose fragrance-free moisturisers and, if possible, already come with sun protection and includes alpha hydroxy or beta hydroxy acids and antioxidants. Retin A is still considered most effective when reducing wrinkles, smoothing skin and stimulating collagen.

Chemical peels
Peels are effective in fading wrinkles, age spots and also stimulate collagen, taking 10 years off your face. There are 3 types of chemical peels -

AHA peels is a milder formula that require more sessions than the other two but are ideal for those who expect faster recovery. Each procedure takes only 10 minutes and without anesthesia. Following the treatment, there are some temporary inconveniences such as dryness, redness and skin flaking so best to lock yourself up in the house for a day or two – unless it’s Halloween.

TCA peels normally takes up to 15 minutes to apply and often requires a pre-treatment solution through AHA or Retin-A creams. It works on other areas such as the neck and, depending on your skin, your doctor may adjust the depth of surface peeling which may take more than one session. Temporary side-effects include mild stinging sensation, swelling and discomfort which should disappear within a week of the treatment.

Phenol peels are a more aggressive form of treatment and is not advisable for those with darker skin or people with heart ailments. A throbbing sensation will be felt during the treatment but a pain reliever is given to ease the discomfort. Redness all over the face may be experienced but should subside within 2 weeks. While the procedure takes at least an hour and recovery may last for more than a month, the effects are longer-lasting than the AHA and TCA peels.

Cost is appox AUD$130 per treatment (for a certain number of sessions) to AUD$500 or more. For more on chemical peels, click here.

Laser Treatment
Laser Treatments such as Laser Facial Resurfacing can remove wrinkles, tighten skin, even out skin discolouration, smooth rough skin and improve the look of acne and/or chicken pox scars. A laser is a beam of light radiation, delivering intense energy to specific problem areas of the skin, destroying the skin’s surface layer and exposing the dermis to stimulate the growth of new collagen fibres. As the wound heals, a softer, less wrinkled skin emerges. The treatment is usually done under local anesthetic and can last from a few minutes to at least an hour, depending on the size of the area being treated. After treatment, your face may be covered with antibiotic treatment and a dressing may be put on the treated area. Temporary side effects may include swollen skin that may ooze within 2 weeks of the treatment, skin redness that can last up to 12 weeks and scabs forming as part of the healing process.

Cost is $300-$1,200 per treatment. For more info, click here.

Botox
Botox will always have a bad connotation for me after seeing hundreds of frozen celebrity faces in magazines. It reduces lines on your face by blocking muscle contractions that cause wrinkles. Within a week of being injected with Botox, the lines and wrinkles on the face start to disappear but, because the nerve fibres eventually generate, the results last only between 3 to 6 months and repeated injections are required to maintain the effect. With continued use, the effects may start to last longer.

Cost : Doctors charge per unit with a typical botox treatment including 30 units at appox $AUD20-$26 per unit. For more info, click here.


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Want to know what beauty products top the list of must-haves of beauty experts?

The good news is many of these products are ‘multi-tasking’, such as moisturizers correcting skin tone and acting as a sunscreen, environmentally friendly and, best of all, cheap.

Below are the winners, compiled by a panel of salon owners, make-up artists, dermatologists and beauty & health magazine editorial staffs :

olay thermal pedicure
Olay Thermal Pedicure

Body Treatment
Olay Thermal Pedicure in the mass market
Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins The Way of the Bath Matcha Tea Body Scrub in the prestige market

Garnier Fructis
Garnier Fructis Style Sleek & Shine Anti-Humidity Hairspray

Hair
Garnier Fructis Style Sleek & Shine Anti-Humidity Hairspray
Frederic Fekkai Coiff Controle Ironless Straightening Balm
Aveda Hair Detoxifier for clarifying
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care for dandruff treatment
Tresemme Anti-Breakage Shampoo and Conditioner for thickening
L'Oreal Professional Absolut Repair Mask for repair.

Mascara
CoverGirl LashBlast Mascara
Dior's DiorShow Blackout Mascara

Marc Jacobs Fragrances' Daisy for women
Marc Jacobs Fragrances' Daisy for women

Fragrance
Marc Jacobs Fragrances' Daisy for women
Bond No. 9 New York Andy Warhol Silver Factory for men

Neutrogena Rapid Clear Pads for blackhead treatment
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Pads for blackhead treatment

Facial skin care
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Pads for blackhead treatment
Clarisonic Skin Care System for exfoliating
SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel for oily-skin moisturizer
RevaleSkin Night Cream with coffeeberry as the best new product

Nails
Nailtiques Nail Protein Formula 2 Treatment for strengthening
Creative Nail Design SolarOil for cuticles
Opi ChipSkip as a chip-resistant base coat.

CoverGirl WetSlicks Fruit Spritzers in Guava Splash
CoverGirl WetSlicks Fruit Spritzers in Guava Splash

Lip gloss
CoverGirl WetSlicks Fruit Spritzers in Guava Splash
MAC Lipglass in Viva Glam V

Eyeshadow
Revlon ColorStay 12 Hour Eyeshadow Quad in Coffee Bean
MAC Eye Shadow in Shroom

Neutrogena Body Clear Body Scrub
Neutrogena Body Clear Body Scrub

Body scrub
Neutrogena Body Clear Body Scrub
Fresh Brown Sugar Body Polish

Self-tanner
Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer
Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel
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It took me a while to accept the fact that security will no longer ask me for my ID everytime I walk into a pub, club or casino, no matter how long I hover near the doorway. But that doesn’t mean I’ll turn my back on these 10 make-up and hairstyle tricks that will help shed some years off the face, according to Oprah.com.

Baby
Alright, so none of these tricks would make you look THIS young...

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They get free samples of new beauty products before they hit counters and their reviews on what’s hot and what’s not are lapped up by the many beauty and age-defying-obsessed. Want to know what beauty editors have stocked their bathroom cabinets? Here are 10 of the beauty editor must-haves, according to NY Daily News :

Cetaphil Face Wash

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Whether you came across them by accident, your favourite celeb swears by them or your friend strongly recommends them, there are some beauty tricks that actually work and don't break your budget. Here are some of mine, what's yours?

Body model
1. This one I found by accident when I had a slight shaving mishap and had to stay in the bathroom for a while. Directly after showering, rub moisturiser all over your body and stay inside the bathroom for 10-15 minutes (brush your teeth, wash your face, sit in the toilet, etc). I find that the warm, damp air makes my skin absorb the moisture, making my skin softer and more supple.

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There is a beauty salon I’ve been going to in Sydney the past ten years. While they don’t offer the ambience (more often than not, you’ll find yourself in something no bigger than a cupboard, lying on a towel-covered patio chair next to a rack of shoes) or service (never book for more than two people as they tend to leave the ‘excess people’ waiting outside), this place offers the best value for money when it comes to facials. For around $55, you get a facial with a heavenly shoulder massage and the treatment can last up to 2 hours, depending on your therapist.

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And now, it's finally come to this...

# Pot Scourer, the new exfoliator
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#9 Detox your body - Drink 8 to 10 litres of water a day

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I was 14 when I started paying close attention to models in magazines like Dolly and Girlfriend. This was the time when the airbrushing of models and actors by paintstakingly meticulous graphic designers was still a secret and all teenage girls thought that what they saw of their favourite model and actor in their pictures was all natural.

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Dermalogica’s Skin Brightening System consists of 3 products – Daily Microfoliant, Day Bright and Night Bright, each of which you can purchase individually. This system was recommended to me after I decided to get rid of the discolouration around my mouth and nose once and for all as the three products combined contain Dermalogica’s "brightening complex to restore the skin’s healthy glow while balancing pigmentation and protecting against future discolouration".

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Loreal Hydrafresh Aqua Liquid

June 12th 2007 18:31
Loreal Plenitude Hydrafresh Aqua Fluid is marketed as a moisturiser with a very unique texture : the moisturiser is half cream/half gel which is supposed to literally melt into your skin. It is enriched with vitamins and ‘essential’ minerals – the box doesn’t quite say what these minerals are that make them so essential, but the moisturiser should leave your skin hydrated without the greasiness.

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When you query beauty therapists about other beauty products besides the ones they’re selling and using on your face, it’s understandable for them to be ranting and raving about how these other products never live up to their promise. Then they go on to rant and rave about how good their own products are and how pleased you’ll be with the results after the facial.

Ask them what they think about Sothys and they’ll be silent for three seconds before grudgingly, pulling-their-teeth-out reluctantly mumbling, “Yeah, they’re ok.” And that’s as close as you’ll ever get to an approval before they manage to swallow the bitter pill in their mouth to brightly say, “But let me tell you about our products…”

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