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SUPERMODEL CINDY CRAWFORD BEAUTY SECRET !
2007-07-26 13:40:00
Cindy CrawfordThe 80s supermodel and mom of two, 41, keeps her complexion fresh by spraying her face with a mist of whole milk and mineral water. This creates a dewy, fresh-faced effect that lasts all day long!Here's a celebrity beauty tip that's out of reach for most of us - Cindy goes to a Parisian plastic surgeon who injects her skin with vitamins. According to Cindy, "Pretty much every make-up artist I work with says my skin looks better than it did twelve years ago."
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FACE STEAMING...
2007-07-25 10:39:00
Steaming is a skin care fundamental. It helps draw out toxins and impurities. Steaming function is to open the pores more, which also helps the skin have the benefits of masks, face scrubs and creams used straight after.Nothing easier like to do steaming: 1. Fill a large pot with hot water.2. You should add fragrant herbs such as peppermints, rose petals, mint petals or essential oils in the water.3. Lower your face over the pot which should cover the head and pot in a way that steam is directed towards your face. Don't let the steam burn your face though.4. Use a soft towel to dry your face.A steam won't remove dirt and grime, but it will soften the skin's surface enough to help cleanse and unclog pores. Another benefit is the heat increases circulation and relaxes facial muscles. You may feel yourself rejuvenated and free of tension.As a good skin care practice, steaming should be done once in a week. For better results, before steaming your face you can apply a moisturizer a...
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TIPS TO REDUCE HAIR LOSS...
2007-07-24 12:06:00
For both men and women, having a full head of healthily growing hair is an essential key to having a good self-image. We spend so much money on products that will ensure that our hair is healthy, glossy and full of life, products such as shampoos, conditioners, styling aids, and so many others. A great many of us also go to salons on a regular basis to keep our manes as beautiful as possible.The condition of the hair is so important that it can actually boost our self-confidence or aid to its collapse. So when the hair is lost, it can cause so much trauma and uncertainty on the person experiencing the hair loss.For some of us, hair loss is inevitable. It can be because we have inherited genes that make us predisposed to losing our hair once we reach a certain age. Hair loss can also be a sign of illness in the body, or a result of having that illness treated, such as the way people undergoing chemotherapy lose their hair. It can also be because we exert too much pressure on our hair...
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TIPS FOR FAIRER COMPLEXION...
2007-07-22 20:24:00
Whitening Complexion:For a person to look beautiful he should be fair in color. The person can not be changed from dark skin to totally fair skin but noticeable changes could be done.Whitening can be done by following ways: * Apply the mixture of sandalwood paste and rose water on your face daily.* Make a fine paste of grinded almonds and rose water and apply it on neck and face. This brings glow on the face.* Soak the raw potatoes for ten minutes in cold water. Rub these slices over face, neck and hands.* Soak four almonds every night. In the morning grind them after removing their skin till they become fine. Add one teaspoon of gram flour, one teaspoon of milk and four drops of lime juice. Make a paste and apply in on face. Massage the face gently.* Apply the seeds of grapes on face and neck.* Make a mixture of grinded cucumber and mix it with coconut water and then apply on face.* Mixture of turmeric powder and sandalwood paste should be applied daily on face.
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HOW DIET CAN IMPROVE APPEARANCE !
2007-07-21 13:57:00
The old adage, "you are what you eat," is getting a 21st century makeover.Until recently, most dietary advice has focused on weight management and disease prevention. That focus is now expanding to specifically look at how what people eat can affect how they look.New research is examining the role of key nutrients in preserving a youthful appearance.* Vitamins A, C and E, for example, are essential to healthy skin.* Vitamin A, also known as beta-carotene, helps block UV radiation. Carrots, spinach, butternut squash and cantaloupe are all great sources of this complexion-protecting nutrient.* Vitamin C and vitamin E are antioxidants that help encourage skin cell turnover and collagen formation. Broccoli, citrus fruits, red peppers and strawberries are all rich in vitamin C, while vitamin E is found in almonds, avocados and dark, leafy vegetables.* It's always best to choose food sources of such nutrients over supplements, which may not deliver the same benefits and can even increase...
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TIPS TO REDUCE FACE WRINKLES...
2007-07-20 07:38:00
FACE WRINKLES:Wrinkles generally are due to age, Stress and dry skin. You should always keep the areas around the eyes mouth and nose and also the neck well cared for and moisturized.Take 1 tbsp of cold milk and add 3-4 drops of lime juice. Rub this paste well into the wrinkles before going to sleep. The next morning wash with warm water and dry with a rough towel firmly. Once again rub in the cream - in the direction opposite to the wrinkles. Wait for ½ an hour and wash, avoid using soap.Tips 1:Rub the pulp of a ripe Papaya on the face and leave for ½ an hour before washing.This is a very good toner also.Tips 2:Rub almond oil on the wrinkles in upward strokes. Leave overnight and wash with warm water next morning.Tips 3:Cut open a Vitamin -E capsule, add ½ tsp of glycerine and apply. Wash after 15- 20 minutes.Tips 4:Add ½ tsp honey to 1 tsp rice powder. Smoothen the lines with this paste. Leave for ½ an hour and wash.Tips 5:Mix 1 tsp honey with 1 tsp of milk cream. Apply well. Wash...
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HOME MADE REFRESHING FACIALS...
2007-07-18 12:42:00
Facial Recipes:Treat yourself and your skin to some TLC. Give yourself a facial.It's not only good for you, if feels great too. You can make a facial from ordinary kitchen goods. Here are some recipes which are inexpensive to make and you probably have the ingredients right in your kitchen.Honey Facial: * (warning - do not use this if you are allergic to eggs!)* 1 tablespoon honey * 1 egg yoke* 1 teaspoon olive oilBeat the egg yoke with a fork, add the oil and blend well. Add the honey using a spoon that you have rinsed with hot water and blend well again. Smear it all over your face with your fingers, except do not cover your eyes. Leave it on your face for 15 minutes, then rinse it off.Cucumber Facial: *1 cucumber *1/2 teaspoon lemon juice *1 teaspoon witch hazel (you can buy this in any drug store)*1 egg white, beaten with an electric beater until fluffy.Peel the cucumber and run it through a blender or a food processor. Pour the cucumber pulp into a colander or strainer and ...
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TIPS ON WEARING & BUYING A SAREE...
2007-07-16 13:15:00
Tips on wearing and buying a Saree :* Women on heavier side should buy sarees (saris) in Georgette, Chiffon or Chignon. Heavy Mysore Silk sarees (saris) look beautiful and one tends to look slimmer.* Shorter women should buy sarees with small borders or no borders. They should definitely avoid big borders as big borders make one look shorter.* Thin women should buy Organza, Cotton, Tissue and Tussar Sarees. These Sarees (saris) gives a fuller effect.* In printed Sarees, avoid big prints, as it gives a gaudy and a huge look. Delicate print on a Saree, gives a delicate look.* Dark skin color women should generally buy dark colours like maroon, green, dark pink etc.* In office Pinup your Saree, this looks smart and is manageable too.* For an outing or a function, just pinup the tip of the saree and let the rest fall on your hand. This gives a very graceful look. But of course the Saree should have a good fall.* Cotton, Tissue or any starched Sarees should be ironed properly and at the t...
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HOME REMEDIES & HERBAL SHAMPOO FOR HAIR...
2007-07-16 12:24:00
Having healthy & shining Hair is one of the greatest asset. It has now become a multi million dollar business and is still growing very rapidly. One who can't afford extra expenses can manage it through natural herbal ways as well as through some effective home remedies.Herbal Shampoo for Hair:1. Shampoo of Multani Clay: Immerse 100 gm multani clay in water. After two hours make a paste and apply gently in the hair. Wash the hair after 5-10 minutes in winters with warm water and normal water in summers. If hair is very dirty do it twice a week; the hair becomes soft, silky and long. It brings a cool and light feeling.2. Shampoo of flour of gram pulses: Apply paste of flour of gram pulse made with water on the hair twice a week and wash the hand after an hour. The hair becomes black, dense, clean, shining and soft. It also relieves itching or cures boils in the head.Home Remedies for Hair Care:1. Add one-gram black pepper in 100 gm of curd and apply in the scalp. Now wash the hair w...

FACE SCRUBS...
2007-07-14 08:20:00
Face scrubs are very good as they slough away dead cells and give a glow to the dead and lifeless looking complexion. Take care not to use a scrub when you have angry looking pimples on the face. A scrub can at times aggravate the situation.To make it easier use the scrub under the category of your skin type. The same with face packs. Use only what is suitable to your skin. Though the homemade packs are very gentle and will not cause any harm, do keep in mind, any allergies you may have.Oily Skin - Scrubs :1. After a bath, and as a base for make-up use some diluted lime juice. Dab it on very lightly on the face. Wait for 10 minutes before using foundation or make up.2. Diluted buttermilk is also dabbed on the face and left on the face for 10-15 minutes before any other application.3. While preparing for a night out or a very special party, rub a cube of ice all over the face. Let it dry and then use make up.4. Slice an apple very thinly. Place these on the face and leave for 15 minut...
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TIPS FOR A FAIRER SKIN COMPLEXION...
2007-07-14 08:01:00
FAIRER COMPLEXION:The masks mentioned below are very good to lighten the skin tone and add a glow to the complexion. They must be followed for the specified time and inculcated as a daily routine.Tips 1:Soak 4 almonds overnight. Make a very fine paste with them, using milk to grind them.Apply this paste on the neck and face before going to bed. Wash with cold water in the morning. Repeat daily for 15 days, followed by twice a week.Tips 2:Take 1 tbsp of gram flour and 2 tsp of raw milk and 2-3 drops of lime juice. Mix well and apply. Wash after 15 minutes. Repeat for 4 weeks and follow up with once a week.Tips 3:Grind a cup of mint leaves to a fine paste. Apply and leave for 20 minutes. Wash. Continue for 15 days.Tips 4:Grate a tomato. Add 2-3 drops of lime juice. Apply and wash after 20 minutes. Do this morning and evening for 15 - 20 days. Apply well on the neck area also.Tips 5:* Diluted Vinegar* Potato juice with 2-3 drops of lime juice.* Cucumber juice with 2-3 drops of lime jui...
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EYE CARE TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS
2007-07-13 10:11:00
Eye care for computer users: Most of our work is done on computers, and there is usually no escape from it.It is a visually intensive task and, unfortunately, our work pressure and lifestyles do not give us the opportunity to be kind to our eyes.Which is why these tips should come in handy.1. Know your eyes:Tears: The first line of defence, they also serve as lubrication by keeping the eyes moist and nourished; they also have a corrective lens function.Eyelids: Their main job is to protect your eyes from dirt, dust and harsh light.Eyelashes: A protective net for your eyes.Cornea: A refractive zone that guides light to reach the retina.Pupil: Controls the amount of light that enters your eyes.Lens: A refractive zone that also guides light into the retina.Retina and Optic Nerve: A bunch of intricate wiring that carries vision signals between your brain and eyes.2. Exercise your eyes:Dr Harish S Belvi, a practising ophthalmologist (eye specialist) based in Mumbai, says that regular wo...
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FOUR MAGICAL WAYS TO BUILD SELF CONFIDENCE...
2007-07-13 09:37:00
You have probably noticed those people at work, school, and in your daily life that always appear to be self confident and on top of world.Everything seems to go right for these people and they always seem to present themselves as calm, collected and successful in everything they do.If you are paying attention you have probably noticed that these self confident people usually are successful in every area of their lives.Is this because they are smarter? Or is it because they have more money? Maybe they are just lucky?The reality is that none of these things are necessarily true. Self confident people understand the impact of believing in themselves and relying on their abilities.This confidence ultimately creates opportunities for success and with each new success another self confidence building block is put into place. Success builds upon success reinforcing self confidence with each new achievement.Self confident people perceive themselves as able to achieve those things they set ...
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SLIMMING EXERCISES FOR KEEPING BODY IN SHAPE...
2007-07-12 13:47:00
There are a lot of slimming exercises out there. But, in order to keep in line with the theme of this site , i.e.: Health, Fitness, Beauty. We pick several exercises as follows. From A to D, they are solely slimming exercise; and from E to H, they are exercises to keep your body line as firm as you like. However, though these exercises are harmless to perform in most case, it is better to consult with your exercise coach or medical advisors.Get Rid of Excess Meat:(A) Say goodbye to double chin:1. Sit down relaxly on a floor. Legs put close together and stretch forward. The upper part of your body push slightly upwards.2. Your hands put backward with your palms on the floor to help to support your body weight. After you feel comfortable with your position, start to do the exercise.3. Raise your chin as backward as possible, then move your chin towards your chest as close as possible. Repeat these movements for 10-20 times.(B) Get rid of excessive meat from your thighs:1. Lie down and...
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AYURVEDIC BEAUTY TIPS (FACE PACKS)
2007-07-11 17:38:00
We all are creations of beautiful nature. There is no word as ugly in nature's creations. The judgment of grades of beauty lies in the vision of viewer. One looks beautiful and radiant only when his inner beauty surfaces. This inner beauty is gained through yoga, meditation and use of natural beauty enhancers.Face Pack s:(1) Silk Cotton tree thorn paste ( For Pimples)Ingredients :-1. Big thorns of Silk cotton tree.2. MilkMethod of preparation :-Rub thorns briskly and circularly on a grinding stone (Available in Indian stores or temples) sprinkling milk at intervals. The paste start accumulating on grinding stone as the process continues. Collect the paste so formed and apply it as a face pack. This removes pimples and their marks.(2) Split Orange lentils (Masoor dal) Flour pack ( Gives glow to Skin)Ingredients:-1. Split orange lentils (Masoor dal flour which is available in Indian stores) flour2. Milk3. GheeMethod of preparation :-Prepare a paste by mixing the flour with ghee and mi...
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HOMEMADE MOISTURIZER
2007-07-11 17:17:00
Homemade Moisturizer - Make your own moisturizer at home:A Moisturizer helps to make the skin soft and removes makeup. There are many Moisturizers available in the market but you can make your own Homemade Moisturizer at home easily.Here are few recipes for making Homemade Moisturizer:(1) 1 tablespoon olive oil* 1 tablespoon coconut oil* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil* 2 tablespoons mashed strawberries* 1 or 2 drops vitamin E oil (optional)Mix together the olive, coconut, and vegetable oils in a small(2) Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, the juice from 1/2 of a lemon, and 3-tablespoon youghurt.Stir in 1 whipped egg white. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.(3) Mash 1/2 banana and add 1-tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons sour cream.Apply to face and let set for about 10 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.(4) Homemade Moisturizer for Oily, acne-prone skinMix 1 medium sized apple (grated) with 5 Tb sp. honey. smooth over skin, let sit for about 1...

HOMEMADE FACE PACKS FOR DRY SKIN
2007-07-10 07:31:00
Face Pack s for Dry Skin :Mint face pack:Ingredients: * Take one teaspoon of mint powder. * One tablespoon of yogurt * One tablespoon of multani mitti.Soak multani mitti and mint powder in yoghurt for half an hour. Then mix them well by beating. Apply it on face for 15 minutes and leave it to dry. When dried wash off with lukewarm water. Then rinse by cold water.Egg face pack:Ingredients: * Egg yolk of one egg. * One teaspoon of milk powder. * Half teaspoon of honey.Beat the egg yolk, mix the milk powder and honey in it. Beat again. When a paste of medium thickness is obtained, apply it on the face. When it is dry, wash off with lukewarm water.
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TIPS FOR STOPPING HAIR LOSSES...
2007-07-09 09:03:00
NO COST TIPS FOR STOPPING HAIR LOSS AND KEEPING HEALTHY, BEAUTIFUL HAIR.....Causes:-The number one problem affecting hair is breakage, usually seen, fly-away strands, or split ends. From the moment you wake up to the time you go to sleep and even as you sleep, there are many factors that can lead to hair breakage.One of the most common causes is poor maintenance ? things like improper brushing and washing and infrequent trimming. Lifestyle factors, such as poor nutrition, stress and even restless sleeping can also lead to hair damage.The problem is that what many women think is good for their hair may actually be hurting it. Through proper care using simple techniques and the right maintenance products, anyone can have beautiful, healthy locks.Tips for stopping hair losses:Here are some free hair care tips than you can use to help stop hair loss and keep your existing hair healthy and looking great. Print these out and keep them handy for reference. Please don't take these tips lig...
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SKIN CARE FOR MEN...
2007-07-09 08:36:00
Think about it. What is the first thing people notice about you? It's your face. Healthy skin is the most important element of a great looking face. It is not only easy to achieve; it is a critical thing you can do for yourself. Put your best face forward. As a professional make-up artist and founder of the first skin care and cosmetics line created especially for men, I'd like to share some basic tips and guidelines to encourage healthier skin. It's simple.#1 Keep it clean:Men have approximately 15% oilier skin and significantly larger pores than women do. Basically, this means you get dirtier. It is very important; no matter what skin type you have, to clean your face every day. Deep cleansing is important. It keeps pores clear, skin healthy and you looking good.Cleansing products should be as chemical-free as possible. Deodorant soaps shouldn't be used on your face. They cleanse with harsh ingredients and leave a detergent film behind. This may irritate your skin and will clo...
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