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Home Remedies For Shiny Hair

2011-03-28T14:48:00.000-07:00

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Home Remedies For Shiny Hair

Raw Food Diet Makes Your Skin Beautiful.

2011-01-08T11:10:00.000-08:00

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Raw Food Diet Makes Your Skin Beautiful.

Home Remedies for Pimples free Skin

2010-12-25T12:15:00.000-08:00

Home Remedies for Pimples free Skin

Home remedies for curing acne

2010-12-04T03:26:00.000-08:00

What is acne? Acne in my words is an ugly thing that disfigures your skin and make it look like surface of moon or a hill top. Acne is mostly caused by in the teenagers and it affects the whole personality of that person.

Home remedies for curing acne

9 Easy Steps To A Home Pedicure Treatment

2010-02-02T14:08:00.000-08:00

Before putting on those sexy, comfortable open toe shoes make sure your feet skin is in good condition. With these easy nine steps you too will have silky feet. So go ahead get ready to do your own pedicure.

1- Soak your feet for 10-15 minutes in warm water containing Epsom salt or foot soak.

2- Use a pumice stone, exfoliating scrub to gently scrub the soles of your all over your feet and heel to remove dead skin.

3- Dry your feet.

4- Trim your toenails and push back cuticles.

5- Rinse feet once again and pat dry.

6- Massage feet with plenty of foot lotion. Body lotion, petroleum jelly or cream can be use to replace foot lotion.

7- Wrap feet on plastic bags and cover for at least 15 minutes.

8- Paint toe nails. Make sure to apply at least two coats of nail polish and a top coat of clear nail polish to give it more shine. Give it enough time to dry, before putting on any shoes. If you put on shoes too soon your pedicure will get ruin.

9- Enjoy your self given & low cost pedicure treatment!

Winter Beauty Tips

2009-12-14T13:25:00.000-08:00

Winters are here and with it many dryness problems. Here are some tips to combat your winter beauty problems and look fresh.

1. Cleansers can strip away moisture while removing make up, and the dry winter air tends to magnify this problem. Gel cleansers can be very drying, but creamy ones like Dove deep moisture creamy facial cleanser can help. Choose a cleanser that comes with moisturizer in order to keep your skin free from dry patches.

2. A moisturizing facial mask should be used to replenish moisture lost throughout the day. Facial masks should be applied after cleansing so they can nourish the clean skin.

3. There may not be enough moisture in your house if your skin is feeling dry and tight. Get a humidifier to balance the heat inside. Overheating a house can worsen dry skin problems, so find the right temperature for both you and your skin.

4. Even electric blankets can be drying. If dry skin is driving you crazy, just use two or three quilts and leave the electric blanket.

5. You should moisturize throughout the day. Use the body lotion even before you have left the shower, right after rinsing soap or body wash. It will lock in some extra moisture. After that rinse off and pat dry.

6. You may be tempted to take a hot shower in winters but they wreak havoc on dry skin. Take a lukewarm shower instead, and then pat your skin dry with a towel. Put on the moisturizer as soon as you step out of the shower.

7. All the skin products and hairstyling products that are high in alcohol should be avoided. Alcohol may feel cool and refreshing initially, but in reality it also strips away moisture. So look for alcohol-free products when the air is already dry.

8. If you have dry, brittle hair, do not use the hair dryer. It will only make the dryness worse and break dry rough hair.

9. Moisturizer should be used throughout the day. Drinking lots of water can also help in the winters against the dryness. Use products which contain Shea butter, petrolatum, mineral oil, tea tree oil, linoleic acid or glycerin

10. Chapped lips are another problem winter. The air dries out the lips and licking your dry lips continuously can worsen them. A lip balm with a SPF should be used to heal the lips. Lips balms with tea tree oil, glycerin, vitamin E and essential oils and beeswax can be useful.

Homemade Hair Care Treatments

2009-11-22T14:22:00.000-08:00

Beautify your hair from root to tip. Whether you have straight, curly, dry or oily hair you'll find an easy to make shampoo or conditioner. Discover the difference homemade makes.

Rum Shampoo for Hair Care Treatment
Combine two egg-yolks with two dessertspoonfuls of odorless linseed oil and two dessert spoonfuls of rum. Soak the hair and scalp. Keep on for one hour and rinse off with warm water.

Egg Shampoo for Haircare
Beat two egg yolks in a glass of hot water. Strain, soak hair and scalp. Keep on for one hour. Rinse off with warm water.

Hair Tonic for Hair Treatments
Put 130 gms, each dried reetha, shikaki and amla into one liter water. Keep it for few hours and boil them. After cooling strain and use as a shampoo.

Hair Conditioner for Natural Hair Treatment
Mix together 1 egg, 2 tablespoons Castor oil, 1 teaspoon vinegar and 1 teaspoon glycerin. Beat constantly and massage on scalp. Wash your hair after 20 minutes.

Facial Recipes

2009-10-31T12:18:00.000-07:00

Homemade Facial Masks, great recipes for a great look. Depending on your skin type, here are some great masks to try.

Oatmeal Banana Yogurt Facial (for dry skin)
Cleanse face, steam, splash with cool water and pat dry. Massage with 1 tbsp. dry oatmeal. Rinse off. Then apply a mask made by mixing 2 ounces yogurt and ½ a banana; spread evenly on face. Leave on for 20 minutes; rinse off.

Egg Honey Mask (for dry skin)
Mix 1 egg yolk and 2 tbsp. honey until a light paste is formed. Apply to face and neck, avoiding eye area and mouth. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes, and then rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Coconut Milk and Pineapple Mask (for oily skin)
Mask twice a week with a combination of 1 tsp. fresh pineapple juice, 1 tsp. warm coconut milk and 1-1/2 tsp. cornstarch. Apply to the face and leave on for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Cucumber Mask (for oily skin)
Puree ½ a cucumber, 1 egg white, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, and 1 tsp. milk

Olive Oil and Avocado Mask (for sensitive skin)
Mask twice a week by combining 1/2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil and 1-1/2 tsp. mashed avocado. Chill mixture briefly, then massage into skin and leave on for 5 minutes. Remove mask with a soft cotton cloth.

Coconut and pineapple mask (for combination skin)
Mix 1 tsp. warm coconut milk with 1 tsp. cornstarch and 1 tsp. pineapple juice.

Apple Mask (for normal skin)
In a blender, process 1 cored and quartered apple. Then add 2 tbsp. honey and ½ tsp. sage. Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Pat the mixture onto the face with a light tapping motion, tapping until the honey feels tacky. Leave mask on for 30 minutes, then rinse.

Tags: Facial, Skin Facial, Beauty

How To Remove Freckles

2009-10-12T10:50:00.000-07:00

Use Sunscreen to Avoid Freckles
It is better to stay away from the exposure to sun as far as possible. If you are going out, do not forget to apply a sunscreen lotion that contains at least 20 SPF.

Retinol Freckle Treatment
Retinol is popularly used to treat freckles and has proved to be quite effective as well. However, retinol products should be used over a long period of time, in order to be useful.

Laser Freckle Treatment
You can opt for laser treatment for getting rid of freckles on your face. Treating the freckles with chemical peels is also recommended by many dermatologists.

Avoid Bleaching Agents for Removal of Freckles
Bleaching agents are commonly used for the removal of freckles on face. However, you should be cautious while using bleach, because it contains harsh chemicals that may lead to scars. Make sure that the bleaching powder is not too strong. One option is to stick to herbal bleach.

Sour Milk Treatment For Freckles
Daily care and protection of your skin can fade away the freckles effectively. Rinse your face with sour milk at least twice a day. The lactic acid present in milk will help lighten the freckles to quite an extent.

Lemon Treatment For Freckles
Lemon is a natural bleach, which can be used as a face wash for treating freckles. Rub lemon juice onto the affected area, at least twice a day. For sensitive skin, soaking a cotton swab in lemon juice and wiping your face with it will be helpful in getting rid of the freckles.

Freckle Fade Through Face Masks
Face masks made of mashed cucumber, apricots or strawberries are also effective in lightening freckles. Apply the pack on your face and leave it on for ten minutes. Thereafter, peel off the pack and wipe your face with a soft cloth. Repeat the process twice a week for best results.

Homemade Freckle Cream Recipe
Make a mixture of the juices of parsley, lemon and orange. Add the mixture to your face cream. Make sure that your cream contains Vitamin E. Apply a little amount of cream on your face at least twice a day. This will help you get rid of the freckles easily.

Diet Control For Removing Freckles
Increase the intake of Vitamin C, as the nutrient helps lighten freckles. Eat citrus fruits like orange, lime and grapes, for the purpose. You should also add tomatoes, broccoli and cabbage to your diet.

How to make your own homemade lip gloss?

2009-09-18T14:26:00.000-07:00

If you care about what you put on your skin and you are concerned about the ingredients of today's cosmetics, making your own may be an ideal solution. Or perhaps you just want to save money or you simply cannot find the ideal item to suit you. Lip gloss is one item that you can make at home very easily, for a very small cost and you can flavor it to suit your own desires. Here is a very basic lip gloss recipe for you to try that uses beeswax, a product that is more natural than Vaseline (petroleum derived product). You can build on this basic recipe with the suggested additions or perhaps find a recipe which uses different ingredients.

Here, you will find some good ways to make your own homemade lip gloss.

Homemade Cranberry Lip Gloss

Ingredients:

1 tbsp sweet almond oil
10 fresh cranberries
1 tsp honey

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together in a microwave for 2 min or until the mixture just begins 2 boil. Stir well and gently crush the berries. Then strain through a fine seine 2 remove all the fruit pieces. Pour into a small container.

Homemade Vanilla Lip Gloss

Ingredients:

1 tsp petroleum jelly
1 tsp aloe vera gel
1 and 1\2 teaspoons coconut oil
1\2 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

Heat ingredients together in a double-boiler and pour into jars.

Honey Citrus Lip Gloss

Ingredients:

7-8 tsp. sweet almond oil
2 tsp. beeswax
1 Vitamin E capsule
1 tsp. honey
5 drops citrus flavoring or essential oil (or you may like lime)
Microwave-safe container with lid
Cosmetic / balm container with lid

Directions:

Melt the sweet almond oil and beeswax together in the microwave safe container for 1-2 minutes. Remove the mixture from the microwave, and pierce the vitamin E capsule with a pin or tip fo a knife, and squirt into mixture. Whisk the contents of the vitamin E capsule, honey, and flavoring, into the oil mixture, continuing to whisk until set. Spoon your new lip gloss into a small, balm container with tight lid.

We hope you like the above homemade lip gloss recipes. You may send your feedback or your own recipes by using the form at the bottom of this page.

Hair Facts | Hair removal methods

2009-09-06T17:25:00.000-07:00

Hair removal might be considered a "cosmetic" issue, but managing or removing unwanted hair can go beyond being a simple "cosmetic" problem. There are only few Hair Removal Methods.

Plucking | Tweezing Unwanted Hair

Plucking method for hair removal takes a while but it's effective for small amounts of unwanted hair.

Waxing

It is quick method, but can lead to some reddness for a few hours after hair removal.

Nair (Hair Removal Cream)

It is a Hair Removal Cream, It's smelly and you run the risk of getting a chemical burn. Before using it test it on a small patch of skin on your arm or your leg first. If you have reaction then don't use it.

Electrolysis Removal

A small needle is inserted into the hair follicle, and electricity is passed through it for permanant hair removal.

Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal is expensive and you need between 3 and 8 treatments (each 1 month apart). It's good for large areas that would otherwise take too long to remove one hair at a time.

Bleaching

It is not used for Skin Hair Removal how ever it bleaches the unwanted hair so it is far less noticeable. But before applying make sure to test a patch on your arm or leg.

Threading Unwanted Hair

Threading involes rubbing two pieces of thread over the hairs and it pulls them out. It's basically the same thing as tweezing except some people find it easier (it would be a better idea to get it done at a salon).

Shaving

This can cause stubble andor razor burn, but despite popular belief, it actually doesn't cause the hair to grow back thicker. So I prefer not to use the shaving method.

Dry Skin Care | How To Take Care of Your Dry Skin

2009-08-28T22:22:00.000-07:00

Dry Skin can be a real pain in the neck to live with. If you have dry skin you exactly know what I mean. Your skin becomes flaky and sometime even appear red and irritated. There are many skincare products that promise to cure dry skin problems but usually these claims are unfounded.People suffering from dry suffer from lack of oil production made by skin cells.

I am discussing 5 skin care tips for fighting acute and chronic dry skin.

Skin Care Moisturizer

For dry skincare avoid using creams and lotions shown in commercials that contain mineral oils and other petroleum products. Instead use natural hypoallergenic skin care products.

Every morning after showering, pat your entire body with virgin coconut oil, cocoa butter, or shea butter. They contain naturally occurring nourishing ingredients, such as essential oils, skin-friendly Vitamins A, C, D and E, and protein.

Natural creams and lotions are extremely beneficial for dry skin - they heal, deeply moisturize and protect skin from aging.

Avoid Tap Water

Take cooler showers or baths. Avoid using the tap water as it contains chlorine and other chemicals. Instead use cold mineral water or ice made with it.

Bath and Shower Time

If your dry skin irritates easily then cut back on the amount of of time you take bath (some dermatologists suggest 3 minutes a day!). Also use a mild soap avalibale the every other day.F or dry skin scrubbing is recomended. Instead use mild oatmeal soap once a week to gently exfoliate your skin without causing irritation. After bathing or showering, do not rub your skin with a towel, instead, softly pat it dry.Apply moisturizer immediately after bathing, to seal in remaining moisture.Pay special attention to lower legs, where skin tends to be driest.

Dry, Irritated, Itchy spots

Avoid scratching for dry, irritated, itchy spots. Apply virgin coconut oil several times a day and avoid water from splashing on irritated areas. Dry skin is also prone to skin eczema and other uncomfortable skin conditions. Enhance your diet with essential oils contained in raw organic butter, cod liver oil, Omega-3 eggs, coconut oil, and fresh cold-water fish.

Getting a Humidifier

For Winter season and dry months use humidifier in your bedroom or in room where you spend most of your time. This will provide additional moisture in air and help to improve your skin condition.

Top 5 Tips For Oily Skin Care

2009-08-23T07:59:00.000-07:00

Thick, dull colored and shiny skin represents the oily skin. Mostly people having oily skin suffer from pimples and other embarrassing blemishes. In oily skin the oil producing glands are overactive and produce more oil than is needed resulting in oil excretion and giving the skin a greasy shine.

Besides all these oily skin ages at a slower rate than other skin types. But Still it needs skin care, avoid too much use of the oily skin care products that leave your skin feeling taut and dehydrated. You can cleanse your skin with plenty of hot water and soap to avoid pores from being cloged.

You can try Top 5 Tips for oily skin care.

1. Skin Care Cleansing

Try skin cleansing twice a day to avoid oily skin acne and blemishes.

2. Use of Blotting Paper

If your skin still gives a shiny greasy look, then try using the blotting paper to remove excess oil.

3. Oil Free Cosmetics

If you are using skin products then make sure that they are all oil free, also use oil free cosmetics.

4. Reduce Fast Food Intake

Reduce your fast food intake. It has been studied that iodine in fast food can contribute towards blemishes on oily skin.

5. Lavender Oil

If you have painful red pimples, then use lavender oil which reduces inflammation in minutes. You can also use toothpaste to dry out whiteheads in emergencies.

Your 5 Recommended Oily Skin Care Products

Foaming Cleanser
Oil-Free moisturizer
Clay mask
Blotting papers
Blemish stick

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How to have Luscious Lip - Lip Care Tips

2009-08-06T11:14:00.000-07:00

Soft, healthy and pinkish lips usually draw sudden attention at first sight. They give a fresh inspiring look to your face. Lips are the most among the most delicate part, therefore require constant nourishment. Dry chapped lips give your face a dull, pale and unattractive. Well, have no worries, read this article and you’ll end up with some good tips you’re your Lip care. Lip care does not comprise of a single task, but a series of activities that need to be performed on a constant basis to get a fruitful result. Luscious lips reduce the proximity among you and your partner and set the perfect mood for romance. Taking constant care of your lips gives you a health and fresh look.

Tips for Lip Care

Increase intake of green fruits and vegetables in your diet.
Gorge on foods rich in Vitamins.
Drink at least 12 to 14 glass of water daily.
Protect your lips from rough weather conditions.
For chapped lip treatment apply lip balm to keep your lips moisturized.
You can only hide your dry chapped dark lips by makeup which can only invite unwanted attention that finally ends with the fact that you have dry and chapped lips.
Abstain from licking your lips.

Some Description about Lip Treatment Care or Lip Enhancement Products :

Lip Balms

Lips get real real tough time during cold and dry months. Dry chapped lips, are caused by lack of moisture in the skin, which makes you feel embarrassed and frustrated. Lip balms can be used for Lips Moisturizer to avoid dryness.

Lip Gloss

Lip gloss not only provides moisturizing effect to your lips, but also makes it look juicy and luscious. It comes among those Lip cosmetics product that women use to grace themselves. Flavored Lip Gloss is available in different varieties in market to cater to the different demands of customers.

Lip Augmentation

Now a days people are becoming extremely conscious about their looks especially women therefore they are trying different treatments to enhance their beauty. Lip augmentation is gaining popularity now days, which helps in getting attractive lips through lip surgery.

Lip Piercings

People are also become crazy about body piercing now days mostly lip and tongue and piercing. Lip piercing is very much in fashion these days. Lip piercing was basically practiced by the African tribes, who wore ornamental lip plates in their lower lip.

How to Apply Lipstick

Applying lipstick is a creative art. Most women are unaware of its technique. There is a proper way of applying lipstick. You can make your lips look bigger and beautiful through lipstick.

Home Remedy for Chapped Dry Lips

To avoid dry chapped lips, you can follow different home remedies. The best I think is being natural and are absolutely safe to use. On losing moisture, the lips tend to crack and turn dry. Rub a slice of Cucumber over lips or use Aloe Vera gel on your lips. Also avoid from licking the lips.

Papaya Anti-Aging Mask for Radiant Skin

2009-07-17T14:02:00.000-07:00

Papaya enzyme mask is easy to make and works great skin. Using this mask twice per week will result in beautiful radiant skin. It also fades the acne scars. Papaya is great as an exfoliator thanks to its enzyme papain. Its obvious that the key to beautiful skin is to exfoliate, exfoliate and exfoliate some more! Papain enzyme is used in skincare products widely in market. You can enjoy papaya anti-aging mask at home without spending much.

The Ingredient List

Papaya
Papaya is a natural source for skincare as it is rich in Vitamin A, which helps to revitalize skin by increasing skin turnover. It's rich in papain enzyme which is fantastic for removing dead cells thus uncovering glowing healthy skin. It also enriched with Vitamin C which further helps enhancing radiance in our complexion. With continuous use, papaya when used on skin could help to reduce dryness of skin plus fine lines. It is also known as the fruit that fights wrinkles

That was a brief description of papaya alone for beautiful skin!

Directions

1) Slice the papaya in half and remove the seeds. Eat the entire papaya for extra anti-aging
goodness.

2) Now, with the empty papaya hull, rub it in circular motions over your face. Avoid eye area in case the sticky sweet juice irritates your eyes

3) Leave on the mashed papaya pulp + juice on your skin for 20 mins, then rinse and pat dry. Follow up with a moisturizer

4) Voila, you will find a rejuvenated visage with a radiant glow!. Skin is very soft and smooth to the touch. Enjoy your beautiful skin.

5) For best results, use this facial mask twice per week as part of your anti-aging skincare routine.

Seven Tips for Kissable Lips

2009-05-28T12:02:00.000-07:00

Here are a few tips to get ultra soft, smooth, kissable lips:

•Apply Vaseline to your lips each night before bedtime. You may have another lip balm product you will want to use instead, but if not, good old Vaseline works wonders.

•Keep an extra toothbrush handy and use it to lightly brush the surface of your lips each day to remove dead or dry skin. You will want to do this just as your Vaseline or other moisturizer is wearing off so that the dry skin comes off smoothly and easily. If you wait until your lips are already dry, it won’t do much good!

•Always use a water-resistant lip balm with SPF protection (yes, even in the winter… and especially while skiing or snowboarding). The skin on your lips is ultra thin and delicate. Since you don’t need to “tan” your lips, too much sun exposure will cause your lips to burn, chap, or worse. This can make applying any type of lip color a nightmare. A protective lip balm will prevent damage and soften your lips all at the same time.

•Use a lip liner that is close to your natural lip color. You don’t want to use one that’s too dark - your lip liner is there to help keep your lip color in place and make it last longer, not to create a distracting line around your mouth.

photo credit: Phoney Nickle•When applying lipstick, blot your lipstick with a tissue after applying each layer. This will give your base lip color extra staying power.
•February is a perfect time to try fun, flirty shades in pink, red or berry. Once you’ve finalized your clothing choices, choose a shade that compliments your coloring and goes well with your outfit.

•After applying your lipstick, finish off your look with a soft, shiny lipgloss. But be sure not to go overboard on the gloss - too much can take your lips from gorgeous to gooey. Also, by layering and blotting your lipstick as mentioned in the above step, you won’t have to touch up your lipstick during the evening, which usually requires precision - and a mirror. Glosses are lighter and easier to apply, so you can quickly and easily touch up the shine if needed.

These tips will give you a perfect pout and help your lip color last much longer.

Hair Care Through Egg

2009-05-28T10:42:00.000-07:00

Egg has become an important part of your hair and skin care diet. Everyone wants to have beautiful and lustrous hair. With the use of raw eggs anyone can find themselves with beautiful hair. One need not cross the seven continents to find a raw egg. Every house can easily get a good supply of raw eggs. These can be used for making some of the best hair conditioners. The properties of egg create a needed impact on your dull and dry hair. It helps the hair to recreate itself. It maintains the texture of your hair by the presence of the important elements.

Some Home Based Recipes

For strong and beautiful hair you can mix 2 egg yolks (depending on length of your hair) with 2 tsp. castor oil. Massage this mixture on your hair. Keep it for sometime then rinse it thoroughly.

Whip up two raw eggs. Pour this mixture on your hair by massaging. Let it dry. Shampoo your hair and then give vinegar and water rinse. Follow this procedure every month for soft and smooth hair.

Beat egg yolk thoroughly to make a frothy solution. Add 1 tsp baby oil and beat again to make a proper mixture. Add water to this mixture and apply it all over your scalp. Once dry, rinse well to get a proper conditioned treatment.

Mix egg yolk in 1/4 cup of yogurt with a little lime skin. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and apply it to every single strand of hair. After applying keep it for 10 minutes and then wash it off. The combination of yogurt and egg is very good for your hair.

Mix a whole egg to lemon juice. Whisk it properly. Once applied on your hair keep it for sometime. Rinse it thoroughly. This combination gives a shine to your dull hair.

Beat egg yolk to make a frothy paste. Add 1/2 tsp. olive oil and beat the mixture again. Slowly and steadily add 3/4 cup of luke warm water. After shampooing, massage this conditioner and leave it for few minutes. Rinse it later.

It is a good hair treatment for people who are in water most of the times like swimmers, surfers etc. Mix egg, olive oil and peeled cucumber to make a good mixture. Spread it evenly on your hair and keep it for 10 minutes. Rinse it thoroughly.

Mix together 1 tbsp. honey, 1 egg yolk, 1/2 tsp. almond oil and 1 tbsp. yogurt. Make a frothy paste and apply it on your hair. Rinse it in 1/2 hours time. This will smooth your hair and moisturize it evenly.

Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all precautions while following instructions on the recipes from this article. Avoid using any of these products if you are allergic to it. The responsibility lies with the reader and not with the site or the writer.

Milk Mask for Dry Skin

2009-05-27T02:14:00.000-07:00

This recipe makes a mask for dry skin for two times usage
Ingredients:

* 1 tsp powdered milk
* 1 tbsp runny honey
* 1 tsp aloe vera gel
* 2 drops essential oil

Preparation:
This is a classic milk mask for the face. Mix ingredients well, apply to face, let sit for 15 minutes, wash off with warm water. This recipe is enough for two. (Note: The original recipe called for 1 tbsp pulverized almonds, but I have removed it from the ingredients list because almonds, no matter how pulverized, can tear at skin).