Makeup 101: Bare Mineral

Bare Mineral Makeup started the mineral makeup revolution several years ago. Since that time, hundreds of makeup manufacturers have tried to cash in on the popularity of Bare Minerals. As a result, the philosophy behind these cosmetics has become somewhat distorted. People often think that all mineral makeup is the same. However, there are many different definitions for the term “mineral makeup.” Many highly discrepant versions are legally acceptable when describing cosmetics.

• Bare Minerals is truly hypoallergenic
Not only does it not contain fragrances or oils, but it also does not contain talc. Talc is highly irritating to many people. This is particularly notable, however, because many “mineral makeups” rely on talc to back up their claims of being mineral based.

• Bare Minerals are good for your skin
This brand of makeup actually can help relieve adult acne and rosacea with continued use over time. This may be largely because of the brand’s hypoallergenic nature since it will not aggravate already-sensitive skin like other foundations and cosmetics will.

Anti-Aging Diet: 3 Foods That Smooth Skin

Colorful berries. The antioxidant anthocyanin is what gives berries their blue, red, and purple colors. To get a healthy dose of this potent antioxidant, eat plenty of blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, pomegranate, cherries, acai berries, and blood oranges, to name a few of the best choices. Each of these foods has a variety of other powerful antioxidants that repair and protect your skin’s cells.

Broccoli and broccoli sprouts. Quercetin is another powerful antioxidant that is found in broccoli, along with other foods including cranberries, onions, and apples. It is a natural anti-inflammatory agent as well, fighting the No. 2 cause of aging. Broccoli sprouts have 30 times more isothiocyanates (yet another antioxidant) regular broccoli.

Yellow and orange root vegetables. Put plenty of beta-carotene on your plate. These super-antioxidants are good for your skin and eyes. Good choices include carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, and squash.

3 TIPS TO: Treat Dry Skin

1. Use gently daily cleansing that will not strip your skin's moisture.

2. Use extremely gentle exfoliation - to allow any treatments to absorb better since you are removing any dead skin.

3. Balance the oil and water levels of your skin.

The What, Why, and How of Dehydration (Flaking)

As we stated above dehydration is the flakiness, roughness, or dullness that might appear in skin. Dehydration is the water component of the "balance of oil and water". Dehydration characterized as the break in your skin's moisture barrier (the layer of lipids that seals moisture in). When there is a break in the skin's moisture barrier, it allows and water to escape, causing the dehydration. Keywords for dehydration are: flakiness, roughness, dullness, parchment lining.

Holiday Makeup Tips

This holiday season spice it up! Whether you're going to a holiday party or celebrating the new year, 'tis the season to experiment with fun beauty ideas. Step out of the box and try one of these tips:

1) Try a red lip: Nothing says happy holidays like a fun red lip. If red scares you, go for a burgundy instead of a fire engine red. Also be sure not to over do the rest of your makeup and keep emphasis on the lips.

2) Metallic Shine: Dust on a gold, silver, or metallic tinted eyeshadow. This is a great way to reinvent the smoky eye by adding a little color to this sexy trend.

3) While We're Talking about Sparkle... : Lightly apply body shimmer to your face and body to give yourself a subtle holiday glow.

So, go forth and be merry this season with these easy makeup tips, guaranteed to make you a hit at your next holiday party!

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How To: Tame Frizzy Hair

Need to tame unruly hair? We've got your solution!

1) Wash hair and make sure to use conditioner.

2) Let conditioner sit for at least 15 minutes.

3) For a really deep condition apply a shower cap and sit under a hot dryer for 30 minutes.

4) Apply anti-frizz serum (you can find this at any drug store). Be sure to apply only a dime sized amount and distribute evenly throughout hair.

5) Blow dry hair thoroughly.

6) Invest in a good flat iron. This may be a financial investment, but it's well worth it. We suggest an ionic iron as it is a bit healthier for the hair but at the very least be sure that you use a ceramic iron.

7) Press hair throughout with flat iron. This may be time consuming, but is best to do in section as it will be more effective.

Follow these steps and you'll be sure to have smoother, much easier to manage hair!

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SILKN Cleared by the FDA for Permanent Hair Reduction!

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Achieving Permanent Results at Home with SILK’N™
Now Cleared by the FDA for PERMANENT HAIR REDUCTION

Home Skinovations announces that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared their Silk’n line of hair removal devices for PERMANENT HAIR REDUCTION.

Yokneam, Israel – Home Skinovations, a global leader of light based solutions for at-home hair removal and skin care, announced today that the United States FDA cleared its market leading Silk’n hair removal device for the permanent reduction of hair. Already available for three years for at-home hair removal, Silk’n is now proven to be the superior choice for technologically advanced and easy to obtain permanent results.

“We are pleased to make this breakthrough announcement to consumers looking for a convenient and permanent solution achievable at home,” said Moshe Mizrahy, CEO of Home Skinovations. “This additional clearance demonstrates our dedication to continued clinical research and development of our ground breaking hair removal technology.” Unlike other products available today that use older technology, Silk’n is the first and only light-based technology developed specifically for personal, at-home hair removal.

With over 100,000 users worldwide, the Silk’n family of devices includes Silk’n™, SensEpil™ and BellaLite™ which use the clinically studied and proven Home Pulsed Light™ (HPL) technology. Leading dermatologists recommend Silk’n as the permanent solution for the removal of unwanted hair in the privacy of one’s home, achieving results once only found in a doctor’s office or medical spa.

To purchase Silk’n or learn more, visit www.silkn.com or call customer assistance at 1-877-DO-SILKN (1-877-367-4556).


Home Skinovations Ltd. is a private company founded in Israel in June 2006, with a mission to develop, manufacture and distribute the safest and most effective home-use aesthetic devices and products. Its team of skilled scientists, engineers and management and marketing executives have a successful track record of introducing innovative light-based and laser products to the global aesthetic devices market.

Celebs Edition: Craziest Nail Trends!

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Mini Tips: Make Small Nails Appear Larger

If you have short or narrow nails, clear nail polish sometimes only makes your nails appear small. A darker nail polish will make them seem narrower, and hence longer.

For those of you with very small nails, using a nail polish with a metallic color can make them appear larger.

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Beauty Tips: Coconut Oil

This sweet-smelling, natural oil has antioxidant properties to combats premature aging, absorbs well into the skin and it doesn't leave any residue.

Coconut oil is also a great tool to keep your hair healthy, shiny and strong. The oil increases circulation on the scalp, supplying nutrients to the hair follicles. Just apply it, starting from the scalp and working it out through to the ends. Massage the head for a few minutes to work the oil well into the follicles. Leave it for 1 hour, then shampoo well and condition.

Yet another great use for coconut oil is as a delicious, gentle exfoliant - just mix it with a little sugar and rub into your body and face.


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Beauty Tips for Skin Fairness

Your skin is the most important part of your appearance. It works as a protector for the inner parts of your body, protecting you from the harshness of the sun, rain and wind. Your skin is really a barrier to the harsh environment that we live in. You should use skin protectors such as sunscreen and sun blocker that is compatible to your skin type. Applying the right beauty tips for fairness solutions is important in preventing further skin irritation. If you have serious skin conditions that have not gone away after several months of at home remedies, and over the counter treatments, you may need to consult a dermatologist. Taking care of your skin is essential to promoting and maintaining good and healthy skin tone and texture. Fairness for beauty tips are suggestions that can help you maintain a good and healthy skin glow.

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Hair Rips: Perfect Wispy Fringe

Kate brought back her bangs in late October in a moment of spontaneity: "I got bored one night and cut it – with kitchen scissors,” she told the UK Telegraph’s Hilary Alexander.Love it or hate it?

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Get Beautiful Nails at Home!

Don't have the time and/or money to hit the spa every week to get your nails done? Check out our tips to get beautiful healthy nails in the comfort of your own home!

1) Those pesky cuticles can really be a hassle. Try gently pushing them back with your fingers after every time you wash your hands. Your cuticles will be a bit softer when wet. If you do this regularly, you'll never have to worry about cuticles again!

2) Sometimes we skip applying a top coat when painting our nails. This is a very important step. Not only does it keep your nails from staining but it helps them to stay strong, allowing them to grow longer without chipping.

3) Be sure to moisturize! Applying lotion daily (especially in the winter months) is crucial.

4) Eat a healthy diet. Simple things like drinking lots of water and making sure to get your daily recommended intake of calcium are very effective in nail health.

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Hair Alert: Natalie Portman's Chic Messy Chignon

Actress Natalie Portman recently hit the red carpet sporting a low, messy, super elegant bun. This look is totally chic and interesting and looks to be pretty easy to pull off at home!

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Smile! At-Home Teeth Whitening

White teeth make a beautiful smile! Simple tips at home for whitening your teeth can really work if you do them consistently. Some of these might seem like home remedies, but give them a try. If one doesn’t work for you, move onto another white smile tip and see which one works best for you.

A remedy you might have heard of that really does work is using baking soda to whiten your teeth. Like anything… you must do it regularly to see improvement. All you do is take some baking soda and mix it with water to make it almost pastey.

You will need to experiment with how much water and baking soda, but you’ll get it. Then all you do is brush your teeth with it. You can use this in place of your normal tooth paste and see if it makes a difference.

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Face Blackheads - Beauty Tips

Probably the most well-known method and widely used method how to remove blackheads is using a gentle scrubbing brush to remove dead skin cells, then utilizing a pore steamer to open pores, and finally using stainless steel lancets or a wire extractor to remove the blackhead. While this is a very effective method it is also somewhat time-consuming.

One of the quickest and easiest methods how to remove blackheads is using pore strips. Simply clean your face; apply the strip to the nose, chin or forehead as directed and peel off. While this does work for most people, some feel that it only is effective in the T-zone of the face and not so much in other areas.

Steam pore cleaners with mist are also very simply to use, and usually very effective. These units work by continuously spraying a fine mist of steam onto the pore, while a gentle vacuum suction safely removes the blackhead. Most of these units can even be submerged in water, which means they can be operated in the shower or the bath, making them very efficient to use as it saves a lot of time.

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Easy Exfoliating Tips

Exfoliating is an important part of any skin care regimen. Why is it so important? Exfoliation removes dead layers of cell tissue from your skin. If these cells aren't removed they can clog pores and lead to break outs. Besides that, exfoliating leaves your skin much smoother and healthier looking. Follow these tips in order to have beautiful, smooth healthy skin:

1) Wet the area of skin you want to exfoliate.

2) Apply exfoliating cleanser to face and rub in a circular motion.

3) Rinse skin thoroughly.

4) Exfoliating dries skin so be sure to follow up with a good moisturizer.

It's a simple as that! Do this twice a week to leave your skin healthy and glowing.

NARS Vintage Collection

We visited the NARS studios a few weeks back and fell in love with an amazing polish that one of the staff was wearing. The color is called Zulu and it's from the NARS Vintage collection. The team at NARS has resurrected vintage favorites for a limited time and made them available for purchase. Choose from 10 super chic shades. We love them all! Visit http://www.narscosmetics.com/ to learn more.

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How to Apply Cleanser

• Always tuck your hair before applying the cream to avoid making the hair greasy.
• Apply cleansing cream in generous quantity on cheeks, chin, neck and forehead.
• Massage the cream into the skin in a light upward and outward movement, concentrating on the creases near the nose, under the chin area, neck, earlobes, around the corners of the mouth.
• Use a moist cotton to remove the cream as the dry cotton absorbs the moisture from the skin and we do not want to loose that moisture.
• Repeat the cleansing process two or three times until the cotton wool comes out clean.
• he cleansing must be ideally done twice a day, once in the morning and again before going to bed

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Healthy Skin- Try a Vitamin Rich Diet

Vitamin A if derived from natural sources is very beneficial for skin. It is proved to control the sebaceous glands. It is antioxidant and is very good for skin's health. If derived from processed foods can be harmful sometimes.

Vitamin B and the categories mainly deal with the hormonal problems. It gives relaxation and makes you less stressed thus improving the hormonal balance. Hormonal imbalance and stress are the main villains in creation of acne.

Vitamin C is very good for over all immune system. It strengthens your body, fights from infection, provides a good skin etc. It helps to remove excess toxins from the body. Vitamin E cannot be forgotten in the discussion.

Vitamin E is found in almost all the skin care products. If derived from natural foods, vitamin E is the best source of a good skin. It keeps the skin free from many skin problems including acne.

You got surprised to see that such is the usefulness of vitamins. T

hus a change in food patterns is necessary if you are a junk food eater.

You have to involve diet of fresh fruits, veggies, leafy veggies, milk and its products, legumes, pulses, cereals, eggs etc. This will help to regenerate the skin. Your skin will be free from acne. This is for sure.

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Get Rid of Dark Under Eye Circles

• Try concealer for a quick fix: Using yellow will neutralize the blues, purples, and husky hues on the skin. This does not remove the problem, but can build your confidence for the day, by alleviating the 'tired look'.
• Use tea bags and cucumbers: Yes there is definitely something to those commercials where women have cucumbers and tea bags on top of their eyes. Both tea bags and cucumbers reduce inflammation and decrease swelling. Tea bags are especially good to use for dark swollen circles because there is tannin inside of the tea that helps with eliminating the puffiness.
• Use more anti-oxidants: Antioxidant treatments help to reduce fluid buildup under the eyes, which decreases the dark circles. Therefore, you should go for treatments that involve a lot of vitamin C and GHK copper peptides. Also, vitamin K is great for restoring stability and strength to the blood vessels under the eyes, which reduces their proliferation.

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Chic Hairbands!

Step 1: Spritz air-dried hair with a heat-protectant spray. Add a bit extra to the ends to keep them from splitting.

Step 2: To give your curls an easy-breezy vibe, curl 2" sections with a 3/4" curling iron, then run your fingers through the curls to soften them. Do this all over.

Step 3: Layer on the headbands: Place one at the hairline, then layer in three or four more above that. To hold the headbands in place, insert a couple of bobby pins on both sides behind ears.

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Your Eyes, Our Tips

1. Healthy eyes are beautiful eyes. If your eyes are swollen, red, or otherwise unhealthy, no amount of makeup is going to disguise this fact. If you wear contact lenses, make sure that you attend to all the care instructions for them. Also, protect your eyes by using cosmetics with sunscreen included.

2. When putting on eye makeup, make sure it goes with the rest of your look. Too many women forget that while the eyes are important, they must be in harmony with the rest of the face. Choose eye makeup that goes with what you're wearing, and with the look you choose on the rest of your face. Don't let your features go to war with each other to be the most prominent – you'll have to choose whether you want the focus to be on your lips or eyes, for instance. Overdoing it can just look garish.

3. Lay a good base. A layer of foundation on your eyelids will help smooth out imperfections and help your eye shadow and liner look their best.

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Eye Care Tips

Sparkling, beautiful eyes are the best assets a woman can have. Do take time to cater to the special care that eyes need regularly.

Eat enough of Vitamin A and C. Take special care in the choice of eye make-up. Don't use make-up that can irritate and harm the eyes. Avoid spending too much time in smoky rooms and don't neglect a check-up on a regular basis.

Tip 1:

Soak 1 tspn dry Gooseberry powder in a cup of water overnight. Strain this in the morning and add 1 cup of plain water to this. Splash the eyes with this or wash them with the help of an eyecup.

Tip 2:

Dip a pad of cotton wool in some Rose water to which 2-3 drops of Castor oil is added. Place these soaked pads on the eyelids and relax for 15-20 minutes.

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Natural Foot Care Tips

• Walking barefoot on rough surfaces or excessive exposure of bare feet to the sun, wind or water causes cracks on the heels and soles, which cause dryness and roughness of the feet. The best natural treatment for this is… take about three spoons of honey and mix one teaspoonful sesame oil in it. Warm it a little and apply on the affected areas.
• If the shoes are to tight, pinch or do not fit properly corns appear due to the pressure put on the bony areas of the foot and also interfere with the circulation of blood ultimately leading to corns. The quick remedy tip for this is to apply papaya juice or milky juice from green figs on the affected area.
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Marc by Marc Jacobs Pop Up Nail Bar

To celebrate the launch of the Marc by Marc Jacobs A/W 10 collection, Selfridges will be bringing us an exclusive new Marc by Marc Jacobs pop up Nail Bar!

Personalised manicures will feature exclusive Marc by Marc Jacobs nail art, ranging from the Miss Marc character, the Marc by Marc Jacobs Jungle logo and many more cool Marc Jacobs inspired designs to brighten up winter nails.

And the fun doesn’t end there! Each Selfridges customer will receive a complimentary, new and exclusive, Marc by Marc Jacobs signature baby blue Marc Blue nail polish.

Head to Selfridges 2pm - 5pm from the 21st - 24th of October to snag a polish for yourself!

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Get the Look: Frosty Eyes!

These shimmery shades are perfect for creating light-reflecting looks for balmy sunny days but remember to keep the rest of your make-up matte to avoid looking like you've had a collision with a snowman.

Play with all colours from light hues to jewel tones but just make sure they have a frosted finish. The fun part is that there are no rules when it comes to the products; kohl liners, powders or cream eyeshadows, you can use them all.

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Make Up: The Must Have!

With dashes named Creamy, dreamy, and bright, Cover Girl & Olay blush will make you look as a porcelain doll every day.


 
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Katy Perry Teams Up With OPI For New Collection

The Katy Perry Collection by OPI will include four stylish shades: Teenage Dream, a pink glitter, Not Like the Movies, a chic silver, Last Friday Night, a glittery blue, and The One That Got Away, a gorgeous deep berry. What will be considered the breakout hit of this collection is the Black Shatter, an amazing topcoat that will create a cracked/leopard print pattern when you apply it over your dried nail polish.

The Katy Perry Collection by OPI will be available at ULTA stores starting January 2011.

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Aussie Fashion Make-up: Marnie Skillings SS2011

The look over at Marnie Skillings was modern English Rose. Skin was luminous, cheeks were ever-so-lightly contoured and lips were graced with a pop of bold lilac or orange. There's your modern then. The lip colours were custom-blended by MAC Makeup Director, Noni Smith, using shades of aubergine, orange, fuchsia and white.

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Tip of The Day: Nails Like The Stars

A great tip for great looking nails, try soaking them in olive oil like Julia Roberts; it moisturizes both your nails and stubborn cuticles. It also helps to eliminate “hang nails” caused by dry skin.

 

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Hair Tips: Pigtails

Create soft waves with a large-barrel curling iron, then make a center part and split hair into two sections. Start to weave each into a braid behind the ear, then secure with an elastic two inches down and wrap a piece of hair around it.


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Beauty Tips: Lips

Luscious Lips:

Shimmer on the lips is easy! Just dab on gloss or lipstick with shine. Pay attention to what crosses those lips. extra calories and refined sugars are no way to glow! If you eat a lot of sugars, you produce insulin, which prevents your body from producing moisture and can negatively affect natural exfoliation.

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Beauty: The Shade of Foundation

Choosing a perfect shade of foundation does not only involve color; it also means finding the right texture for your skin. If you have oily skin, using a foundation with sheen will only make your skin appear and feel more oily. For this type of skin, a foundation with a matte texture would be best.

On the other hand, if your skin is dry, choosing a foundation with a matte finish will make your complexion appear dry and flaky. Your perfect shade of foundation should be one with sheen.

Some women may have two types of skin, oily and dry. In this case finding your perfect shade of foundation may be a little tricky, but it can be done. You may need to experiment or ask a professional for help. A cosmetic professional can show you the correct shade and texture of foundation that will be best for your special needs.

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Beauty Lessons: What's the Difference Between Serum and Moisturizer?

While serums can deliver moisturizer, most serums are prescribed to deliver vitamins, nutrients, or anti-oxidants into deeper layers of your skin where a regular moisturizer might not be able to reach. The molecular structure of serums is smaller than a moisturizer and therefore can easily penetrate the top layers of the skin for a more profound result. Serums are often used for exfoliation or to deliver important vitamins to our skin.

Moisturizers protect your skin from environmental damage and maintain the moisture balance within the skin. The larger molecular makeup of a moisturizer means it cannot penetrate the skin as far as a serum can, however, moisturizers are excellent for depositing moisture on the top layer of your skin and maintaining a balance of hydration.

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MAC Launches Brand New Make Up Collection, Tartan Tale!

Get ready for a winter of Tartan inspired shades as MAC launches their gorgeous brand new holiday collection!

The collection includes lipsticks in The Faerie Glen, dark grey Glamora Castle eyeshadow, bronze Lord It Up eyeliner and My Highland Honey bright coral powder blush with soft gold pearl for a real Scotch twist.

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Your Eyes: Our Tips

1. To keep your eyes beautiful, make sure first that they're healthy. If the eyes are bloodshot or swollen, no amount of makeup will cover this up. If you wear contact lenses, be sure to follow all instructions on how to care for them. Another great tip is to wear cosmetics that include sunscreen.

2. Make sure that when you put on eye makeup, to keep in mind that it should go with the rest of your look. Also, be sure that if you do a heavy eye to keep the rest of your makeup light and more natural.

3. Lay a good base. A layer of foundation on your eyelids will help smooth out imperfections and help your eye shadow and liner look their best.

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