2012-04-28

Cucumbers for Skin

Cucumber is our daily necessity, and known as the best fruit of summer. It consists of nearly 90% water and serves as a great diuretic. The rich vitamin C,E and other numerous minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium, etc. They are crucial elements of skin diet as well as the plenty benefits. See how exactly cucumber works for your skin.

1. Cucumber for Acne Treatment. Peel the cucumber into thin slices. Put these slices in a bowl of water and leave it for about an hour. Now sift the cucumbers and your juice is ready. You can drink this juice or use it to wash your face. It acts as a cleanser effective enough to treat acne. That is to say, cucumber is effective in treating a number of skin ailments. It helps reduce the swelling or puffiness around eyes, and also works well for treating dark circles under eyes. Remember only a regular basis can you see long-lasting results.
2. Moisturizer. Due to the rich water content, which gives it the unique hydrating and moisturizing property. It nourishes the skin and is perfect for your skin on a daily basis. Cucumbers are rich in amino acids and mineral salts which help in revitalizing the skin. It can be used in the morning or night, however you prefer. It helps reveal the radiance of your skin.
3. Cleanser. If there is any natural cleanser for skin with any damage, that is cucumber. Applying cucumber juice on the skin cleanses the skin thoroughly and frees the pores, leaving the skin soft and supple. Consuming fresh cucumber juice can also have a cleaning action in the body. It frees your body from the various chemical toxins including uric acid, which is good to your health.

2012-04-25

Exaggeration Eye Lines

The makeup trend this year is no longer vague outline, strong and exaggerated eye lines occupy every fashion show. Not only the strong visual impact they have brought, but also they are kind a test of dressers' skills and sense of art. Look this exaggerating eye lines in fashion shows.




2012-04-24

Bridal Makeup Inspirations


Those bridal-to-be, do you prepare your wedding ceremony half a year in advance? From losing weight to skin care, from the most appropriate hairstyles to make ups. If your wedding gown is light color, then a heavy make up is inappropriate, those pure and fresh are your first choice. Look at those model make ups, may be you’ll find inspirations from the selected gallery.





2012-04-19

Vintage Hairstyles


Every one loves vintage, that is the reason why vintage has gain its popularity and never fades. Vintage gives us the memory of those old days, why not make a vintage hairstyle to create a vintage look?



2012-04-16

Take Care of Your Lips


The hot summer season can actually destroy our lip skin. The heat and sun can dry the skin leaving it rough, chapped, and burnt. Most people find ways to reduce the impact of the summer elements on the skin and hair, but often neglect lip care. Practicing routine lip care can ensure lips stay smooth and soft throughout the summer months. The following lip care tips will help keep your lips healthy and soft.
Apply Lip Balms: Lip balms protect the lips from the sun and other harsh elements. They moisturize and prevent lips from drying and chapping. There are lip balms that are available with SPF protection. Organic lip balms are one of the better choices. Sesame oil is also a good product for comforting the lips. As well, Shea butter helps the skin cells retain moisture and restores elasticity.
Drink Water: When you drink plenty of water during the summer months, your body and skin will stay hydrated. This will also help keep your lips hydrated.
Don't Irritate Your Lips: Avoid licking your lips as that will increase irritation. Biting the skin on your lips will only exacerbate lip irritation which will inhibit healing. It tears at the lip skin and encourages drying.
Avoid Direct Sunlight: The sun can cause the lips to burn and chap. Covering your lips with a lip balm or lipstick will stop the sun from burning the lips.
Healthy Diet: Eating vegetables and fruit will provided much needed vitamins and minerals to keep the lips healthy.
Apply Lip Gloss: Lip gloss is a great cosmetic addition that contains a lot of moisturizing properties. It makes your lips appealing while proving protection from dehydration. There are a variety of lip glosses available.
Night Care: Before you got to bed, apply a moisturizing cream on your lips. In the morning you will have smooth and soft lips.
Morning Lip Care: In the morning, brush your lips with a soft baby toothbrush to remove flaky skin. Then, apply some lip balm to your lips.
During the summer, heat, wind, and the sun, can draw out the moisture and damage the lips. It is important to prevent the damaging effects of exposure by using a lip care product that soothes, restores, heals, and moisturizes the lips. Following a daily lip care health routine will ensure beautiful and soft lips.

2012-04-11

Bob Is Your Final Choice


It’s time to change your hairstyle, doesn’t it? But you do not know which one would be better, try Bob, this kind of hairstyle won’t let you down. That’s why so many stars adopt it.





2012-04-09

Care with Herbal Cosmetic Products


More and more skin care products are labeled "natural ingredients" or "herbal ingredients", and it is much more easier for us to find herbal skin care products, even though your interest wasn't on them. Like other cosmetic product, being a smart consumer and careful for the herbals.

Be Label Savvy
You must have the experience that confused in the labels. Scan the label for herbs you recognize, such as chamomile, lavender or rosemary, and keep in mind that the higher they fall in the list of ingredients, the greater their concentration in the product. And herbs don't always show up under their easy to recognize names. Chemicals derived from herbs have to show up on the label under their technical names, and you may not immediately recognize azulene and bisabolol as active constituents of chamomile or allantoin as a derivative of comfrey root. If you can't easily figure out what herbs are in a product you're considering, ask the salesperson to explain the ingredients.
Don't Assume Herbal Means Non-Irritating
Though herbs are natural, that doesn't mean they can't irritate your skin just like chemically based products can. Herbs such as lavender and aloe vera usually do have a soothing effect on skin, but if you have an allergy or you use a non-herbal product such as retinol in addition to your herbal skin care, you could have a reaction that includes redness and irritation. Always try a test patch for 48 hours to check for allergic reactions before including herbs in your skin care routine.
Choose the Right Herbs
All herbs are not created equal, so know what you want your skin care products to achieve. If acne's an issue, opt for herbs that have mild antibacterial properties---witch hazel, aloe vera or basil may be good options. If you want to ward off the signs of aging, opt for antioxidant-rich herbs such as rhodiola or Indian gooseberry. If you have issues with redness or skin irritation, you'll want herbs such as chamomile or comfrey that can soothe your skin.

2012-04-04

The Magic Coconut Oil


Coconut oil is seen the most effective hair treatment. It is 100% natural, and it's free of silicones, alcohols, and other chemicals that can aggravate sensitive skin and hair. It works incredibly well for damaged hair regardless of what damage. Coconut oil is also anti-fungal in nature, making it a perfect natural anti-dandruff treatment, or as a preventative treatment for dandruff. 

Coconut oil can be found easily at drug stores, grocery stores, organic food stores, or health stores. Coconut oil works well for reconditioning dry hair because the molecular structure of coconut oil, unlike other oils or moisturizers that just sit on the hair, is ideal for penetrating the hair shaft, getting past the cuticle, repairing and preventing damage from the inside out. Lauric acid, capric acid, and vitamin E (all present in coconut oil) help restructure hair, increase hair's strength by preventing protein loss, and vastly improve shine. People that regularly use a coconut oil treatment report increased body, shine, and manageability with less breakage, static, tangles, and split ends. 

For a deep conditioning treatment, massage a couple of tablespoons of the coconut oil into your clean, damp hair and scalp. You may need more for long hair. Use more oil where your hair is the driest and most damaged and less where your hair is healthiest. I find that it's best to section your hair off and apply the coconut oil in sections to be sure that every hair is coated properly. If your coconut oil is in a solid state, you will need to warm the oil gently to create a liquid. Allow the oil to sit on your hair for 20-30 minutes after application. To increase the effectiveness of the treatment, cover with a shower cap and wrap your hair in a hot towel or apply heat with a hair dryer for a few minutes. Because the oil is very heavy, you will need to shampoo the oil out of your hair after the treatment. 

Coconut oil can be a god-send to those with severely damaged, over processed, and heat styled hair. It will be important to experiment with the amount of coconut oil to use, and how long to allow the oil to penetrate your hair in a way that will work for your specific hair type. If the coconut oil leaves your hair feeling weighed down or greasy, try using less or shampooing more effectively post treatment.