Makeup Secrets Revealed

Don't Buy Eye Makeup Remover Until You Read This

2009-08-14T12:43:00.000-07:00

Are you interested in Eye Makeup Remover?

If yes, you MUST read the reviews on the Avon Eye Makeup Remover - best on the market and very low cost!

Avon eye make up remover is the best on the market. , June 20, 2008
angel have been using this product for twenty years when my mother first introduced me to it as an Avon Rep. I have not found a product equal to it. A little goes a long way, and yes, it does sting if you get in your eyes...so close them!

Best I found so far.., March 3, 2009
Prunella W. "tennischic*" (USA) - This is a great little product. Avon has good specials, so there are times when you can get BOGO or buy one get one for $1.99. I have gotten this in my eyes, and it did not sting my eyes much at all, if any. I have tried many different brads and this is by far the best. It conditions my lashes and is not greasy. Try this product!!

I hate when I run out of this stuff..., May 29, 2009
By Kim (NJ, USA)
Like Angel's review.... I have been using this product for more than 20 years. It is without a doubt the best eye makeup remover on the planet. I keep a bag with 20+ bottles in my closet in fear that they might discontinue the product because when I have run out I have tried 2 or 3 other brands and hated it.

The liquid is creamy and you only need a little. I keep it in the shower and I rub it on my eyes as I shower. No need to even wipe with a cloth or makeup pad, no stinging, no burning, no strong fragrance. If I am in a hurry and it does get in my eyes it just clumps together and I can wipe it out. It doesn't dry my lids out and I have very sensitive skin. Just LOVE it!

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Don't Buy Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener Until You Read This

2009-08-14T07:24:00.000-07:00

Would it be fair to say you are interested in the Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener ?

If so, then you will want to buy Sedu Tourmaline Hair Straightener now after you read this.

Sedu straightener, October 17, 2007
Lisa Fremont "Lisa F" (Sydney, Australia) - Brilliant straightener that leaves hair glossy, straight, sleek & soft. The best ever, better than GHD. Stays straight even in high wind, humidity or heat. Also came in a fabulous pink carry bag which was a great gift..I couldn't be happier with my purchase. This is also a great price, much cheaper than GHD.

The best straightener ever!, February 28, 2008
A Customer - I have very frizzy, dry hair, but this straightener does not seem to damage it at all! No hair straightener but this one can tame my thick, curly hair. My hair stays straight and frizz-free until I wash it again.

I have been Sedu-ced. , June 21, 2008
Denise Morgan (Australia) - This is a lovely to hold, light, and easy to use, flat iron. My hair stays straight and smooth from wash to wash - three days. Australian buyers should be aware the plug will need changing but I fully expected this and it was an easy, inexpensive job.

Anti-Chi, November 11, 2008
Little Miss Emmy Love "emmylove" (Jackson, Mississippi) -First off, before I bought the Sedu I had a Chi. I bought into all of the hype and got one for Christmas. It just stopped working one day out of the blue, and it never did much for my naturally wavy thick long hair. Well, after doing my research, I bought a Sedu. I have never been happier. It cut down my straightening time by more than half! I now straighten my hair in less than twenty minutes. I straighten it in the morning, sleep on it at night, and don't have to restraighten it the next morning. Ever get that annoying "bump" when you're straightening your hair in the back and can't fix it no matter HOW many times you run the straightener over it? Yeah, you don't have that problem at ALL with this. I get so many compliments on my hair when I use this. I would reccomend it to anyone! Its definitely a great investment. Trust me.

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Loose sexy curls are in

2008-08-13T18:03:00.000-07:00

Beachy waves are out, as are shiny perfect curls. Instead, loose, sexy curls are in. Find out how to get them with these step-by-step instructions.

Here's How:

Prep hair with a styling spray (I love Bumble and Bumble's Thickening Spray, which works wonders on fine hair). Spritz on roots and comb through hair.

Part hair down the center.

Blow dry hair, scrunching hair as you go. If you have curly hair, don't scrunch, instead dry straight with a paddle brush.

When hair is about 90 percent dry, separate hair as you would to create two pigtails. Secure pigtails with pony tail holders.

Take one side and twist hair in one direction. Hair will naturally twist itself into a bun. Secure at ear level with a ponytail holder. You can keep hair in place with bobby pins.

Repeat on the other side, so you have two buns at ear level.

Blast the buns and your whole head with the dryer for about 5-10 minutes or until hair seems dry.

Leave hair in buns for 10-20 minutes to set. Just before you leave, take hair out of buns and finger comb curls. (Do not brush out). You can apply a texturizing spray to separate the waves and keep them from looking "too perfect."

Spritz hairspray and you're done!

What You Need:

Styling spray for regular hair or volumizing spray for fine hair to prep hair

Blow dryer

Ponytail holders

Texturizing spray

Hairspray

Photo by Evan Agostini/Getty Images for IMG

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

Jessica Simpson Hair - Straight and Sleek

2008-08-13T17:57:00.000-07:00

Jessica doesn't always have long, wavy hair. For a period of time she went out with a medium-length straight look & recently she got rid of her extensions & her hair is back to a medium length.

To get this look, you'll want to apply a quarter-size amount of straightening balm through damp hair. If your hair is already super straight, you can skip this step.Dry hair with a paddle brush, pulling brush in a downward motion. Finally, rub a dime-size amount of shine serum through hair. For a super-sleek look (this works great if you have naturally curly hair), smooth hair straight with a flatiron.

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

Stick-Straight Hair? How to Get it To Curl

2008-08-13T17:56:00.000-07:00

I got a letter recently from someone dying for wavy hair, but her hair is stick-straight and won't hold a curl. Is there some sort of spray she needs, she wonders. Well yes, and no. While most hair has some natural curl in it, some of us have really, really straight hair that won't curl. The key to curl is product. Product allows curls to stay.

Start with a thickening spray (I like Bumble & Bumble) applied to wet hair at the crown and roots. Comb through. Blowdry hair then spritz styling spray to 2-inch sections before curling either with a curling iron or in hot rollers. Finger-comb hair and set with styling spray. If this doesn't work, don't fight it. Maybe curls aren't for you.

Julyne Derrick

Enjoy
Lorette
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Curly Hair - How to stop the frizz

2008-08-08T13:04:00.003-07:00

Curly hair is more susceptible to frizz. The best way of keeping hair frizz down is a light sprit of light hair spray, and when it gets dry, run your fingers through it.

Hair Care Tips

1.Use a leave-in conditioner to make it easier to manage. Curly hair frizzes easily so this conditioner help prevents frizz.

2.For best result it should be combed. Don't use brush and if possible let it dry naturally

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

Curyl Hair - How to Get the Perfect Ringlets

2008-08-08T13:04:00.002-07:00

To get perfect ringlets, start with damp hair.

Step 1: Apply a dime-sized amount of serum AND gel through hair from mid-strand to the ends.

Step 2: Take small sections from the top of your head & twist them down to the ends. Let them fall.

Step 3: Dry sections with a diffuser from roots to ends. (Don't scrunch your curls otherwise you could cause frizzing, instead cup the hair from below).

Step 4: When hair is almost completely dry, bend over & shake curls loose. Massage hair at the crown, this will add body.

Step 5: Flip hair back & finish styling with your fingers. Do NOT use a brush.

Photo credit: Hair Styles, Cuts, and Do's

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

Curly Hair - How to Control Your Natural Curls

2008-08-08T13:04:00.001-07:00

To curl hair with a natural wave, take random 1- to 2-inch sections of damp hair & roll them up into little balls. Secure into place.

Let hair dry completely, let the curls loose.

Do not brush, simply turn your head over & finger through your curls.

Photo credit: Hair Styles, Cuts, and Do's

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

Curly Hair - How to choose a stylist

2008-08-08T13:04:00.000-07:00

Not every stylist knows how to cut curly hair, so you should look for someone who specializes in it. Curly hair needs to be cut wet so you can see the natural shape. A bit of layering works great, but don't get too short because your curly hair will turn into a pouf.

My tip: Find a stylist who has curly hair herself.

Enjoy
Lorette
http://www.make-up-tip.com/hair

False eyelashes

2008-07-31T18:44:00.001-07:00

Beyonce

Curls are great for fall. Forgo the beachy waves of summer, and give hair more defined curls this fall. False eyelashes continue to be a trend. If you find yours are too much, clip them with scissors.

How to Apply False Lashes

Here's what you need:

-good pair of tweezers

-eyelash glue-lashes...

individual sections

I would suggest that you start with individual lashes instead of strip lashes which are the most difficult to apply. Pick up the lashes with the tweezers.

Dip the tips of the lashes into a little glue.

Position the lashes where you want the extra length and hold in place until the glue sets.

Note:
It is a good idea to curl your natural lashes so that they will have the same amount of curl as the lashes that you have just set in place.

If you normally use mascara on your lashes to darken them, do so before attaching the new lashes.

Once you have mastered the individual lashes, then you can move onto lash strips. But chances are, you won't want to. They can easily look fake if the application is not perfect.

Enjoy

Lorette

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How to Get Smokey Eyes

2008-07-31T18:36:00.000-07:00

The smoky eye hasn't gone out of style, but what has updated is the color palette. Instead of your basic brown of years past, try a gray Kohl pencil with shades of pinks and grays on the lid. Lining the inside rims of the eyes is also a stylish updated look for fall, although it can make small eyes appear beady.

How to Get Smokey Eyes

Prep the lid. The key to keeping eyeshadow from melting into your eyelid crease as the day goes on is to kept eyelids oil-free. To do this start with an eyeshadow base (also called "primer").

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Apply eyeliner. If you're going for a typical black, brown or gray smoky eye, apply liner in one of those colors above the upper lash line, drawing line thicker in the middle of eye. If your opting for a jewel-toned eye (violet makes a gorgeous smoky eye), line eyes with a purple, blue or deep green liner.

Blend in color on bottom lashes For color on the bottom (a key smoky eye look) you'll want a lighter eyeliner. The key is to "smudge it." You can also apply a bit of shadow to get full smudge effect.

Apply light base color Again, the key to a smoky eye is pairing a lighter base with the darker hue. I prefer a nice cream shade for my base. Sweep a light, shimmery shadow over the lids to your browbone.

Blend in darker color, but keep dark color below the crease. Now that you have the base and eyeliner on, it's time to get the smoky effect. You need a darker eyeshadow shade. Using an eyeshadow brush blend in color starting at your lash line, blending up. Make sure to blend color into the lash line so the eye liner disappears. Stop deep color at crease.

Doublecheck your work Make sure eyes match and blend color with a Q-tip if need be.
Finish with several coats of volumizing mascara.

Enjoy

Lorette

http://www.make-up-tip.com

The Cat Eye

2008-07-31T18:33:00.001-07:00

The New York Times recently had an article in the Style Section making fun of fall beauty trends, which are always pretty similar every year: out goes the bronzed skin and the beachy waves, in comes the pale skin, the dark lips and the sleek hair. But this year has some surprises in store.

Here, Angelina Jolie sports the "cat eye," a hot trend for fall that was all over the Emmys red carpet this year. Get this look with brown or black liquid eyeliner, making sure to make the line just a bit outside the eye with a little curve up.

The Cat Eye

Forget the advice you may have read in the past never to line the inside rims of eyes because it makes eyes look tiny. Sexy cat eyes are a cool look for night. The key to this look is to apply a thin line to the inside rims of the lids.

Step 1: Holding the skin of your upper lid taut, dot liquid liner along the upper lash line as close to the eye as possible. Apply line from corner to corner of eye, extending the line upward at the outer corner of eye. Let liner dry for a few minutes before touching.

To soften this look (black liquid liner can be harsh), InStyle Magazine suggests trying a smudgeable pencil in a lighter color like dark brown or charcoal.

Step 2: Hold down the lower lid and apply liner only to the outer three quarters of the rim. Fade out the line as you approach the tear duct, according to makeup artist Mally Roncal in the March 2006 edition of InStyle Magazine. Extend the liner upwards at the outer corners.

For a softer version of this look, use an eye shadow brush and sweep a taupe or brown color on the lower lash line.

Julyne Derrick

Enjoy

Lorette

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7 Tricks to make your eyes look larger

2008-07-31T18:28:00.000-07:00

To get huge eyes try these tricks:

1. Always curl lashes before applying mascara. You can actually curl lashes AFTER mascara is applied, as long as your mascara is dried (a good tip to know if you want to curl your lashes later in the day without removing your mascara).

2. Don't forget your bottom lashes. For years I avoided mascara on them until a makeup expert showed me how much mascara on my lower lashes really make my eyes pop. I rarely go without now. To apply mascara on lower lashes, hold the brush vertically, then sweep it back and forth.

3. Individual false lashes are exotic, gorgeous and can look natural if applied correctly. Large cities offer "lash bars" in the hottest department stores. (Henri Bendel, Bergdorfs and more, for example) but I expect the counters at most department stores will have experts in false lashes. Ask at yours.
Don't want to go to department store? Drugstores carry false eyelashes. If they're too long, you can trim them with scissors.

4. For a doe-eyed, seductive look, makeup artist *Paul Starr suggests you try lining your lower lids with a creamy white eye pencil.

5. White liner may sound odd, but it really opens up the eye. You can also try putting it on the inside corner of both your upper and your lower lids.

6. Another way to open up eyes is to skip the white eyeliner and opt instead for a platinum highlighter. Dot along the browbone, then blend in. Apply highlighter at the inner corners of your eyes. Follow with eye shadow.

7. Make sure your brows are manicured. Until you get your brows professionally waxed, tweezed or threaded, you won't realize how much they affect the rest of your face. Cleaning up your brow line of stray hairs, adding a slight arch and filling in sparse spots are key to making eyes look much larger.

I find once you get a professional brow job, you can do it yourself for a few months using the pro job as a "map" of where to tweeze. To keep brows in place, try a clear eyebrow gel or just spritz a bit of hairspray onto an old toothbrush and brush brows in perfect place.

*Tip from the December, 2005, issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine.

Enjoy
Lorette
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Understanding Lasik Eye Surgery

2008-06-10T19:27:00.000-07:00

Understanding Lasik Eye Surgery

By Dr. Nancy Snyderman

You've probably seen advertisements for LASIK eye surgery, the hot procedure for correcting nearsightedness. And you may be tempted, because the procedure is touted as safe and painless. Keep this in mind, though: The Food and Drug Administration has not yet approved LASIK (laser in situ keratomileusis), or set guidelines for whom it is suitable. While the majority of patients who have the operation are pleased afterward, a number end up with poorer vision than they had with corrective lenses. Plus, they may now need to wear reading glasses as well.

The surgery won't correct severe nearsightedness, warns Douglas Koch, M.D., professor of ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine, nor is it for those who have large pupils and need higher amounts of correction. Interview surgeons closely; avoid anyone who gives you a hard sell (LASIK is being peddled aggressively) or who won't discuss possible complications up front. Also, ask how many procedures the doctor has performed and how successful they have been; this surgery requires experience and skill. LASIK costs about $4,000 to $5,000 for both eyes.

Top 6 Risks of LASIK

2008-06-08T10:22:00.000-07:00

Top 6 Risks of LASIK
From Troy Bedinghaus, O.D.

Refractive surgery often produces great results. However, there are risks involved in any medical procedure. If you are considering undergoing laser vision correction such as LASIK, it is important to know the possible complications and limitations that may occur.

1. Vision Loss
Some LASIK patients actually lose vision after the procedure. The vision lost through the surgery cannot be corrected with glasses, contact lenses or surgery.

2. Debilitating Visual Problems

Sometimes LASIK patients develop bothersome symptoms after the procedure including glare, halos and double vision. These conditions have a serious effect on nighttime vision.

3. Undercorrection or Overcorrection

Not all LASIK patients will achieve 20/20 vision without glasses or contact lenses. You may still need correction after the procedure. Some patients also require additional treatment that may or may not be possible. Additional laser treatments or other types of refractive surgeries may be needed to sharpen acuity.

4. Dry Eye Syndrome

Some patients develop severe dry eye syndrome after LASIK. Dry eye symptoms develop because the eye is not able to produce enough tears and moisture. Dry eye may be a permanent condition requiring treatment.

5. Diminishing Results

For some farsighted patients, the results of LASIK may not be permanent. Some amount of the vision improvement may deteriorate with age.

6. Infection or Irritation

Some patients develop infections, inflamations or irritations after LASIK. These conditions are treated with antibiotic eye drops or anti-inflammatory medication.

Before You Have LASIK

2008-06-08T10:16:00.000-07:00

Before You Have LASIK

From Troy Bedinghaus, O.D.

If you are seriously thinking of having LASIK surgery to correct your vision, you most likely have a few concerns about the procedure. Even though the thought of waking up each morning with clear vision is exciting, several important factors must be considered. Before you sign up for LASIK, take some time to review the following information.

Are You a Good LASIK Candidate?

Not everyone is a good candidate for laser-vision correction. There are several conditions that may disqualify you from undergoing the procedure. A good LASIK candidate must qualify for the procedure by meeting several requirements. A thorough eye examination by an ophthalmologist or optometrist is a great place to start. If you meet the requirements of LASIK and are a good candidate for the procedure, laser eye-surgery preparation will begin.

Risks Involved with LASIK

Refractive surgery often produces great results; however, there are risks involved in any medical procedure. If you are considering undergoing LASIK, it is important to know the possible complications and limitations that may occur

Your Vision After LASIK

LASIK will almost certainly reduce your dependence on glasses and contact lenses, but there can be no guarantee that you will be able to achieve perfect vision without glasses. It is very common, though, for patients to demonstrate excellent vision during follow-up examinations after the procedure and discontinue the use of glasses or contacts immediately.

Further LASIK Considerations

Changes in your vision after LASIK may or may not be permanent, as your eyes are still capable of changing internally. Most patients, though, are extremely pleased with their LASIK results.
Depending on the type of procedure being performed, LASIK usually costs between $2,000 to $5,000. LASIK costs have declined as the procedure has become more common.

Hair Tips for Jetsetters

2008-06-02T05:22:00.002-07:00

Hair Tips for Jetsetters

-Suzanne Quinn

For those of you who are constantly flying high in the friendly skies, you should know that dry air in airplanes and hotels can be extremely damaging to hair, causing it to look perpetually dull and lifeless. Melissa Schriber, color director at patrick mcivor color studio in Bethlehem, PA offers the following tips for jetsetters who want to keep their hair looking vibrant and fresh.

1. No time to freshen up before a meeting after flying? Stop by the restroom in the airport and flip your head upside down under the hand dryers. Spray on Redken Fabricate 03 heat-active texturizer (or a hairspray) and fluff for instant volume! No one will know that you were sleeping on the plane!

2. Travel with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner to help replenish lost moisture, Redken’s Clear Moisture line is great! If your hair is really dry and unruly, apply a good deep conditioning treatment and wrap your head in a towel.

3. As soon as you check in, fill your bathtub with hot water and close the door - when you reopen the door, the moisture in the bathroom will help to humidify the air in the room. You can also hang clothes in the bathroom and the humidity will help the wrinkles fall out!

4. Pillowcases contribute to static electricity and breakage, try misting Redken’s Clear Moisture Instant Polishing Prep on the hotel pillowcase to help ward off static while sleeping.

5. If you have long hair and want volume, try this trick. Gather dry hair into a ponytail on top of head and place 2-4 Velcro rollers on the ends. Volume is created while you sleep and less time is devoted to styling in the morning!

6. If hair is looking less than polished and you don’t have your favorite smoother on hand, take a pea-size amount of hand lotion, rub it between hands and smooth over hair. This will help to calm stressed tresses and control flyaways.

Enjoy
Lorette
http://www.make-up-tip.com/

How to Not Burn in the Sun

2008-06-02T05:22:00.001-07:00

How Not to Burn in the Sun

From: India-Jewel Jackson

Summer is approaching quickly, and for many of us that means more time outdoors. As we emerge from our seasonal incandescent hibernation, our enthusiasm for catching some "rays" often clouds our good judgment, and unfortunately a few hours of fun in the sun can quickly become hours or days of sunburn pain and peeling. Cathy Mogler shares three simple rules to ensure you'll have fun, not burn in the sun. Your skin and eyes will thank you.

RULE ONE:

Know your UV limitations. Every person's skin responds differently to UV rays (sunlight). In 1975 Thomas Fitzpatrick, a Harvard PhD, devised the Fitzpatrick skin test to help define these boundaries. The Fitzpatrick test asks a series of questions that look at genetics, previous experiences, and lifestyle. The questions yield a raw score and neatly categorize skin types into 6 distinct categories ranging from light to dark skin. On one end of the spectrum you have people with little or no tolerance to UV and burn easily (type I). On the other end of the spectrum you have people with dark skin that do not burn easily (type VI). If you would like to take the Fitzpatrick test and determine your specific skin type, please visit http://www.sunsauce.com/. Understanding your burn threshold can make your time outdoors more enjoyable and safer.

RULE TWO:

Always wear a waterproof SPF lotion. SPF's (sun protection factor) or sun blocks can easily and effectively reduce your risk of burning. SPF's use a number system to identify their ability to block or repel burning rays. As an example, assume you normally redden or burn in 10 minutes of direct sunlight. When you apply an SPF 15, it increases the time it takes to redden or burn up to 150 minutes or 15 times as long. SPF's with a higher number generally provide a longer duration of protection. It is important to liberally apply the sunscreen to all exposed areas or you will regret any oversights. Additionally, sweat, water, or rubbing off can remove SPF, so make sure to liberally reapply as needed. Sunscreens are a great preventative measure, but if you think you are burning, get out of the sun. Sunburns or overexposure are key factors in premature aging.

RULE THREE:

Don't forget to wear sunglasses. Overexposure to UV rays can cause eye damage. Your eyes are fragile and UV's invisible rays can penetrate the eyes, even in cloud cover. UV blocking sunglasses are more then a fashion statement; they are your eyes first defense against burning. Use them regularly.

Enjoy

Lorette

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7 Body Image Boosters

2008-06-02T05:22:00.000-07:00

7 Body Image Boosters
by Redbook

1. Undergo a head-to-toe grooming session, manicure, pedicure, binkini way, leg and underarm shave. You will feel fresh, pretty and almost new.

2. Put on that expensive matching bra and underwear set that fits you just right. Sure, no one can see you beneath your clothes, but you will feel sexy knowing its there.

3. Go shoe shopping. Hey you shoe size will never go up!

4. Put on a little eye makeup - it wil make you feel pretty!

5. Treat yourself to a massage. Its a great way to get back in touch with your body.

6. Sign up for a five mile race with a friend. Its not hard to feel fit and confident when your training.

7. Take a fitness class (like Pilates or Yoga) in a studio with no mirrors.

Enjoy
Lorette
http://www.make-up-tip.com

How to Save Money at the Beauty Salon

2008-05-25T11:56:00.000-07:00

Want Subtle Change? Do Your Own Color

While highlights can be complicated, all-over color is a great do-it-yourself job for those looking for a subtle change or to cover up gray. Today's home coloring formulas are super hydrating and very user-friendly.

Hit the Discount Salons in Between Pricey Cuts

I love this tip I read in the book, "Confessions of a Beauty Editor" by the editors of Allure: Get maintenance haircuts in between your pricey salon visits. According to "Confessions," even beauty editors get discount cuts to save money.
They suggest telling the discount stylist to cut along the "map" set by the fancy stylist.

Get Your Bangs Done, Free

Don't pay to get your bangs done. Most stylists will trim your bangs between cuts for free. You simply drop in and the trim takes less than five minutes.

How to Even Out Your Skin Tone

2008-04-28T18:05:00.003-07:00

The key to a flawless face is an even skin tone. Even the most beautiful women in the world need a bit of help now and then . Makeup expert Trish McEvoy says the key to a flawless face is not perfect eye makeup application or the right shade of lipstick. It's evening out your skin tone.

Getting your skin tone right, according to McEvoy, is more important than any other part of your makeup routine. The trick is make it appear as if you aren't wearing any makeup at all. Here are a few steps to even-ing out your skin tone.

Rule #1: Exfoliate Chances are if you don't exfoliate daily or weekly, your skin is covered in dead skin cells that are mucking up the surface of your skin and causing your skin to not only look dull, but older as well. Without proper exfoliation, foundation won't smooth over your skin cleanly and moisturizer won't properly soak in.

Rule #2: Prep the Face Foundations and tinted moisturizers glide over a moisturized, plumped face so much better than a dry one. Plump up skin with a primer with SPF (primers have been The New Thing now for more than a oouple years). If you don't have a primer, moisturizers with SPF will do. Make sure the SPF is at least 15.

Rule #3: Even Out Skin Tone The next step is to apply foundation or tinted moisturizer (tinted moisturizer tends to be more sheer). Make sure the foundation or TM blends perfectly into skin. If it's too light or too dark it will be noticeable. Apply only on the areas that need it most: Usually along the nose and on the cheeks and chin.

Rule #4: Cover Up Under-Eye Circles, Blemishes and Red Spots A few dots of a creamy concealer under the eyes and on any blemishes helps remove the "veiny" or "bluish" appearance under the eyes many women have. Remember to pat, don't rub, concealer in.

Rule #5: Prep the Lids Even if you aren't going to be applying eyeshadow, you'll want to apply a lid base to lids to even out skin there. Most people's lids have blue veins. Concealing them with a base or primer created for the lids helps even out your overall skin tone.

Rule #6: Bring Back Some Color Once skin tone is evened out, you'll notice your skin lacks color. Bring it back in with bronzer, a creamy blush or both. Apply bronzing powder with a big fluffy brush on all the spots the sun naturally hits: Forehead, cheeks and nose. Follow with a creamy blush on the apple of your cheeks. (Cream blushes create a "dewy" complexion better than powder blushes, and help plump up skin).

Rule #7: Set the Face Your last step to a perfect complexion is setting the face with a powder. This is a step I often avoid because I love how dewy my complexion is without powder. Plus, at this point, I'm lazy. But many makeup artists insist on this step.

Now that your face is "on" you'll notice you don't even have to apply much eye makeup to look fresh and spectacular. Even just a bit of mascara and a hint of gloss is enough for most women to look fantastic.

Enjoy
Lorette
http://www.make-up-tip.com
julynne derrick

How to Fill in Sparse Eyebrows

2008-04-28T18:05:00.001-07:00

If. like most women, you were born with sparse brows or simply went too far with the tweezers, there is a fix to filling in your eyebrows. All it takes is a pencil, powder, and an angled brush or a clean mascara brush.

Tip 1: Pick a Pencil and Powder ShadePencils and powders tend to stick to skin, not to hair, so if you don't have a lot of hair you'll want to shade in the skin where hair should grow.

Select a soft pencil (hard pencils tend to be too waxy) which is a shade lighter than your brows and a powder which matches the color of brows. If brows are super fair, choose a pencil that's a shade darker than brows.

Tip 2: Prep the BrowsFirst, comb out brows with a clean mascara wand. Examine brows for any sparse spots.

Tip 3: Fill in With PencilUse the pencil to fill in the sparse spots with short, feathery strokes. Apply in the direction of hair growth. The key here is not to create a definite line, but to create the appearance of hair. Be careful not to pencil in the entire brow, which will result in an unnatural look.

Your pencil should be super soft so it goes on with little exertion. But if you have a pencil that's too hard, warm the tip up by rubbing it between your fingers.

Tip 4: Follow With Eyeshadow or Brow PowderDip an agled brush or a clean mascara wand in eyeshadow. Brush the powder along the brows. It should stick to the pencil, while also acting to blend in the color perfectly. For more staying powder, dampen the brush slightly before dipping it into color.

Tip 5: Two Colors Instead of One?You can try two colors when filling in brows: A light powder where brows are thickest and a darker shade for the tail ends.

Tip 6: Set Brows To keep brows in place, spritz hairspray on your finger and brush onto the brow.

Tip 7: Uh-oh, Overplucked?If you've overplucked, it will take a few months to a couple years for hair to grow back.

Tip 8: Condition Brows Conditioning your brows with castor oil is a great way to keep brows healthy and looking great, according to Rami Gafni in the September 2005 issue of Instyle Magazine. Gafni uses a clean mascara wand to apply the castor oil.

Tip 9: The Shape of BrowsFuller brows are preferable to skinny ones. Have eyebrows shaped by a pro every four weeks. Use a good tweezer (Tweezerman is our hands-down favorite), to clean up the hairline in between visits.

Tip 10: Rogaine Can HelpIf your brows don't grow fast enough, consider Women's Rogaine or men's extra-strength Rogaine applied to the sparse areas with a Q-Tip. According to the September, 2006, issue of Allure, experts recommend applying twice a day for four months. But do a test patch first on your inner wrist to make sure you don't get a rash. Check the patch after a day.

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Lorette
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Anti-Aging Tip: Move That Sun Visor

2008-04-28T18:05:00.000-07:00

I liked this tip I got out of Prevention magazine: Move your sun visor over to the left to keep harmful UV rays off your face while you drive. It turns out most women's faces are more sun damaged on their left sides. Why? They drive a lot. I would also suggest keeping sunblock in your purse. You should apply every few hours (sunscreen needs reapplication, especially on hot, sweaty days). And yes, if you are usually the passenger, move that sun visor over to the right

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Wrinkle Reduction and Skin Rejuvenation

2008-03-11T06:59:00.001-07:00

Have You Ever Wondered What It Might Be Like To Find The Long Lost Fountain Of Youth?

We Can’t Promise You That, But We Can Give You A Close Second...
Your skin is the first telltale sign of getting old. Starting today, get the facts about “anti-aging” and what you can do to forestall it.

Hey, there’s no way you can stop the aging process but there’s no reason why you can’t fight it kicking and screaming all the way

Visit http://www.wrinklereductionsecrets.com/ to learn more

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Lorette

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How to get rid of dark circles

2008-03-11T06:59:00.000-07:00

Dark circles are famously annoying and unfortunately, there's no way to get rid of them. However, you have 3 basic options for concealing them:
Option 1: Use a proper concealer. Test out the best colors at a department store counter or at Sephora. (Tip: Tell the makeup artist you are looking to correct the undereye circles and are testing several different types before purchase). Choose concealer that's a shade lighter than your foundation. And if your circles are very dark, go 2 shades lighter. You might be choosing a concealer that's too light if you are getting a 'raccoon look.' We find it works best to apply stick concealers with your finger dabbing a few dots under your eyes.

Option 2: Invest in a vitamin K-based eye product Eye creams such as Vita-K Solution gel or Peter Thomas Roth Power K Eye Rescue can help strengthen capillary walls so dark circles and veins become less visible.

Option 3: Laser treatment If you have a chronic case of undereye circles, you should contact a doctor about lasers. Lasers can thicken the skin by increasing collagen production, so you are less likely to see veins, according to Los Angeles facialist Kate Somerville in June 2005 issue of InStyle magazine.

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How to Protect Skin in the Winter

2008-03-04T05:36:00.003-08:00

How to Protect Skin in the Winter

Keep Water Lukewarm, Not Hot

Hot water robs skin of moisture, so it's best to shower in lukewarm water. If you can't bear this rule -- I can't -- try to keep your warm showers short and try showering only once per day. This also means skipping the hot tubs in winter (another rule I simply cannot bear). The hot, hot temperature, combined with drying chemicals, is torture on skin.

The same rule applies to hand-washing: Wash hands in lukewarm, never hot, water (this is a rule I firmly abide by). If your skin turns red, the water is simply too hot.

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Should I Wash My Face Again in the Morning?

2008-03-04T05:36:00.002-08:00

Should I Wash My Face Again in the Morning?

Your face doesn't get dirty from sleeping on a clean pillowcase, so there's really no need to wash again in the morning. In fact, too much cleansing can dry out skin. If you wake up with an oily sheen, however, splash a bit of warm water on your face to dissolve the oils.

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What's the Best Way to Remove Waterproof Mascara?

2008-03-04T05:36:00.001-08:00

What's the Best Way to Remove Waterproof Mascara?

Use a special eye makeup remover on your eyes if you use waterproof mascara (my hands down favorite: Clinique). Apply remover to a square cotton pad, then press down on eyelids and lashes to let it soak in. Gently wipe the pad across eyes to pick up mascara. Go over the eye area with a clean pad until it's makeup-free. (This keeps your towels from getting makeup on them).

Extra tip: Eye makeup remover works great on lips to remove long-lasting lip color, as well.

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I Have Super Dry Skin, How Do I Remove Makeup Without Drying It Out More?

2008-03-04T05:36:00.000-08:00

I Have Super Dry Skin, How Do I Remove Makeup Without Drying It Out More?

Choose your cleanser based on your skin type. If you have super dry skin, consider a cleansing oil. Mercier suggests swiping the oil across lids, lips, face and brows, then massaging it in. This loosens dirt and makeup. Take a square cotton pad with oil on it and wipe over skin, being careful not to tug and pull.

Wash skin with a foaming or gel cleanser, and rinse off the cleanser with a warm washcloth, which works to exfoliate skin. Follow with a moisturizer applied to still damp skin.

If you have oily skin, consider a foaming cleanser instead of the oil.

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Use Your Ring Finger to Apply Makeup

2007-12-20T16:11:00.001-08:00

When it comes to applying makeup or skincare products to spot areas, consider using your ring finger. The ring finger has the lightest touch. Use your ring finger to dab concealer, apply lotion around the eyes or even apply products to a child's face.

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Splurge or Save: Cleansers & Moisturizers

2007-12-20T16:07:00.000-08:00

Save on both cleansers and moisturizers.

Surprise, surprise. There's no reason to open your wallet wide for quality cleansers and moisturizers. In fact, even the fanciest dermatologists and skincare specialists recommend basic drugstore cleansers and moisturizers to clients.

Miami Beach dermatologist Leslie Baumann's favorite moisturizer is an $11 bottle of Cetaphil (according to the November, 2006, issue of O Magazine). In the November 2004 issue of Vogue Magazine, Manhattan dermatologist Lisa Airan (clad in Manolos, a Hermes bag in hand), mentioned her cleanser of choice is Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash (less than $6). This happens to be my favorite cleanser as well, which recently caused my friend Laura to exclaim, "I can't believe you're a beauty expert and you use a cleanser made by Johnson & Johnson!" I explained to her that basic drugstore cleansers do an excellent job of removing excess oils and dirt.

You don't need fancy ingredients for that.

When considering moisturizers, you'll want one for body and one for face. Consider your skin type for facial moisturizer -- products are formulated by skin type. For body lotions, consider your needs. Do you have ultra-dry skin that needs super hydrating, or are you looking for a light moisturizer that will soak in fast? Either way, you can find a great buy for under $10 at a drugstore. There's no need to dump $44 on a bottle of Kiehl's Creme de Corps (a body lotion I'm partial to)-- unless you just love the product (I do love Kiehl's lotions).

Excellent drugstore brands: Olay, Neutrogena, Cetaphil, Purpose, Aveeno, Dove.

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Splurge or Save: Eyeliner & Eyeshadow

2007-12-20T16:06:00.000-08:00

Save on eyeliner, splurge on eyeshadow.

Most pencil eyeliners are made of wax, which is not worth $18 when you can get a great pencil eyeliner for $3 from any drugstore. Don't like the way wax won't glide on easily? Try a kohl pencil or a liquid eyeliner. You can get either for cheap at your local Walgreens or Target. When it comes to eyeshadows, quality is quantity. A great eyeshadow will stay on your eyes all day long, while a cheap, $4 palette will have faded by the time you finish your mid-morning coffee. What's more, quality department counter eyeshadows typically have richer colors.

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How to Get Rid of Pillow Creases on Your Face

2007-12-20T16:01:00.000-08:00

This quick tip will solve a typical beauty dilemma for those of us who sleep on their backs or stomachs: Pillow Crease Face.

If you frequently wake up with Pillow Crease Face, you know by now that the creases fade with time, usually by the time you arrive at your desk at work. But if you need a quick fix, splash your face with warm water, then massage moisturizer into the creases. The moisturizer helps plump up dehydrated skin and the massaging helps the product soak in while increasing circulation into the creases. Plus, it just feels good.

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New Garnier® Fructis® Color Shield System

2007-12-06T07:22:00.000-08:00

New Garnier® Fructis® Color Shield System with UV Protectant helps provide lasting color and brilliant shine to color-treated hair. It’s the first color-protect system** from Garnier infused with reinforced active fruit concentrate and UV filters. The fortifying products act deep within and on the surface of your hair to strengthen and smooth each strand.

The results? The Garnier Fructis Color Shield System makes hair up to 5x stronger, up to 5x smoother and so much shinier.**

Reinforced Active Fruit Concentrate
Vitamins B3 + B6
Fructose + Glucose
Fortifies hair on the inside to help fight wash-out
UV filters on the outside help prevent fade-out

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Do it Yourself Facial

2007-10-04T06:03:00.000-07:00

1. Steam. Boil water in a teapot. Put towel over your head. Open the spout and stoop over the teapot for 30 seconds. Janine insists the steam does not burn her face. (She says, "Don't put your face right to it."). Do a series of three steams with a break in between. This loosens oil and dirt for the second step.

2. Exfoliate. Follow the steam with a cornmeal scrub to exfoliate. Janine mixes a paste of finely ground cornmeal and water, spreads it over her face and massages it in as you would a storebought scrub. Rinse with warm water.

3. Moisturize. The final step is an egg white and yoghurt mask. First, apply moisturizer around the eyes and mouth. Whip one egg with plain organic yoghurt and apply to face. Let it dry for a few minutes. Rinse off with warm water and a splash of cold water to close pores.

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8 Hair Care Products & Tools Every Woman Needs

2007-10-04T05:54:00.000-07:00

1. A good brush.

The higher quality your hairbrush, the healthier your hair. We've found the best brushes have rubber bases with boar's head bristles. These allow bristles to flex, cutting down on the damage to your hair.

2. The right shampoo for your hair type.

Shampoos work by cleansing hair of dirt & oil.
Picking the correct shampoo is all about the ingredients. Extra tip: More shampoo is not better. All you need is a half-dollar-sized dollop, perhaps a bit more if you have long hair. And although it says on the back of every shampoo bottle, "rinse & repeat," you don't need to if you did a good job the first time around. Beauty experts tout Pantene as the best basic shampoo on the market. We tend to agree, having tried dozens of different shampoos from the fabulously pricey to the basics. Check out their various products from moisturizing to volumizing.

3. Conditioner.

Unless you have baby fine hair that goes limp at the sight of creamy conditioners, you need to a conditioner. Hair pros will tell you conditioner can help repair heat- & chemical-damaged hair. The truth is conditioners protect your hair from these things (and harsh brushings). More than conditioning, we like how conditioners have moisturizing agents that coat hair leaving it tangle-free. Want to spend less time brushing out long wet hair? Condition the ends. Your comb will zip right through.

4. A wide-toothed comb.

Never, ever, ever, never use a brush to comb out wet hair. That’s why they call it ‘combing out’ – a wide-toothed comb is the only equipment that should touch your wet head.

5. Shine serum.

Here is where you may say, 'what?' But really, who would turn down a shiny mane if promised one? These shine serums really do work. If you have fine, straight hair, forego the serums for the spray & don’t use too much. Shine products will weigh down fine hair, so a quick spritz will do you. If your hair is thick, try the serums, which help smooth the hair & give it an added gleam, or just use more of the spray.

6. A blowdryer.

Never underestimate the power of a good blowdryer. The more powerful your dryer, the better. A strong blowdryer, like the pro favorite, 'Tourmaline,' (see compare prices link below) will speed drying time which reduces your hair’s exposure to damaging heat. If you have thick hair, you’ll want a dryer with at least 1,875 watts. Those with finer hair can make do with 1,500 watts

7. Volumnizing mousse or spray OR straightening balm.

Volumizing products are a Godsend for those of us with fine hair. Spray it on your roots & voila! all of a sudden you have volume. Got coarse hair, skip this product & buy the balm, which will calm down those frizzies we straight-haired girls would love to have to battle every now & then

8. Hairspray.

Hairsprays are a must for holding your style in place while also protecting your hair against humidity or even heat & UV rays. Don’t want helmet head like my Grandma (I call this look 'Grandma head') who still gets her hair done every week at the salon leaving it perfectly curled & fluffy for 7 days? Go for a flexible, soft-hold formula. For extra body, lift sections & spray close to the roots

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Before You Buy Shampoo & Conditioner

2007-10-04T05:49:00.000-07:00

There are literally 100s of shampoos & conditioners on the market. So how to pick the best ones for you? Here we break down the key points to consider....before you buy.

Expensive vs. Inexpensive

Is there really a difference between a $2 shampoo and a $20 bottle from your salon? Well yes, and no. Some cheap shampoos contain foaming agents which can dry out the hair. This is good for oily, limp hair. If your hair is sun-damaged, chlorine-damaged or color-damaged then you should invest in a more expensive shampoo. You really should see if the inexpensive shampoos & conditioners work for you and if they don't, or if your hair still appears limp or damaged, you should try a salon product.

The Right Ingredients

The many names of ingredients on bottles can be confusing. But it's true the right ingredients make all the difference. Rather than pay attention to the names on the bottles, pay more attention to the ingredients. Does the shampoo include a mild cleanser like sodium laureth sulfate or a stronger one like ammonium lauryl sulfate?

Children's Shampoos

Forget the cute bottles and pretty colors. That is the last thing that should concern you. Instead, look at the product. You want it as free as possible from coloring and fragrance. Those ingredients are not necessary. And just because a product claims to be mild, does not make it so. Look at the ingredients.

Dandruff Shampoo

The best remedy for dandruff is to rotate three over-the-counter dandruff shampoos -- one containing salicylic acid (to exfoliate), one containing selenium sulfide (to soothe) and a third containing pyrithione zinc (an anti-inflammatory) interspersing them with regular shampoo. A trio of treatments is most effects because if you use only one the fungus could adapt and become immune to it.

Colored Hair

If your hair is colored, you really should consider a shampoo that is specially designed for colored hair. This is because the shampoos are made to be more gentle on your hair & will contain ingredients to preserve color.

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Julyne Derrick

What is a Chemical Peel

2007-09-30T19:11:00.000-07:00

Definition: Chemical peels are meant to lift away the dead upper layers of skin. They are painted onto the face by a dermatologist or trained cosmetologist. The higher the concentration and the longer they are left on, the deeper they work. There are three basic types of peels, all which are formulated with acid: Glycolic or salicylic acid (best for oily skin) and trichloroacetic acid (or TCA) which goes super deep.

The TCA peels will likely cause redness and flaking a few days after use. Chemical peels cost about $100-$300 a pop for glycolic and salicylic peels. You'll need a series of three to six to see the best effects. TCA peels cost about $250 a pop.Not able or willing to pay those prices? You can buy over-the-counter peels that work just as well, but take up to a month to see the results from just one visit to the dermatologist's office.

My hands-down favorite is MD Skincare Alpha Beta Face Peel. At $68 for a month's supply, it's a steal

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Julyne Derrick

How to get rid of deodorant stains

2007-09-30T19:07:00.000-07:00

You did it again. Applied the deodorant before you pulled on your tight t-shirt, the one that hugs your curves just right and now has two rather hideous deodorant schmears running along the front of it. So what to do?

A. Here's a tried-but-true fix-it tip I got from an actress (courtesy of a fashion magazine): Reach into your sock drawer, grab a sock -- preferably a cotton sock -- and rub out the schmear.
I tried this recently in a Theory store while trying on the cutest, swingingest little black dress they had. I got deodorant on it and thank goodness I had a sock with me (rarely do I have socks with me) and the deodorant came right off. I was very pleased as I did not want to deliver said dress back to nice salesperson with a Degree schmear.

Don't have a sock? Rub any fabric along the schmear. It doesn't work as well as a cotton sock, but should do the trick. Whatever you do, do not try to wipe off schmear with paper towels dunked in water. I tried this twice and got bits of paper towel all over my shirt.

Water never works with deodorant stains, while the stain appears to have disappeared at first, once the water dries the deodorant shows up again

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-Julyne Derrick

Skip the Toner, Try Lemons Instead?

2007-09-30T19:02:00.000-07:00

According to the book, 'The World's Best-Kept Beauty Secrets' by ex-model & beauty expert Diane Irons, you can skip toner & instead opt for ... lemons. Lemons, known as a natural cleanser for everything from scrubbing & disinfecting stains to (who knew?) skincare, is apparently a refreshing toner trick models use. Try it yourself or opt for Irons' refreshing tea tonic instead:Mix 2 tablespoons green or chamomile tea with 1/2 cup water. Saturate a cotton ball with the tea & apply all over your face. Leave on skin until it evaporates. No need to rinse off.

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Natural Skin Care Tips for Healthier, Beautiful Skin

2007-09-26T18:22:00.004-07:00

Natural Skin Care Tips for Healthier, Beautiful Skin
by Kathryn D'Imperio

When meeting someone new, most people take notice of the person’s face first. For this and other reasons, maintaining clean, healthy skin is paramount to self-esteem, confidence and even attitude.

Getting healthier skin is not contingent upon high-cost prescription medications or obsessive skin care routines. Modifying your daily routine a tiny bit and upholding disciplined cleansing habits can help to add flawless skin to the list of your best qualities.

-Eat healthier By avoiding foods that often make your face breakout, your skin will be less oily and more resistant to blemishes. Some problem foods that may cause pimples or breakouts include chocolate and other candy, French fries, fast food, pizza and soft drinks.

To get your skin in better shape, you may not have to give up everything that has negative effects on your skin, but rather, eat those things in moderation. Have greasier foods as a special treat or on rare occasion when eating a healthy, balanced meal is out of the question.

-Hydrate and exercise Drinking the recommended eight glasses of water per day coupled with some regular exercise - walking, running, bicycling, engaging in sports - should have a great impact on one’s complexion. Increased blood flow due to aerobic exercise will positively impact one’s complexion with a glowing look to replace dull skin.

Not only will exercise and drinking water help skin tone and texture, but it will also make you feel more energized and great about yourself. By keeping your body in shape, you will feel less stressed and more capable of achieving those things you set out to do.

-Monitor sun exposure By using a moderate strength sunscreen, you will be protecting your skin from sun damage, skin cancer, aging and premature wrinkles. Too much sun can blister one’s lips, leaving them red, sore and charred. Sunburned skin will eventually peel most times, leaving skin areas blotchy and sensitive. The best approach to preventing sunburn and other sun-caused skin problems is to monitor how much time one spends in the sun and to avoid sun exposure by using sunscreen with SPF 15 or greater.

-Practice a regular cleansing routine Cleanse, exfoliate, tone and moisturize…this daily routine should carry you on your way toward healthier skin. Select a gentle skin cleansing solution that works for your specific type of skin - dry, oily, normal. Using your selected product, cleanse face in a circular motion and rinse with lukewarm water, as hot water zaps skin’s moisture.

Follow the cleansing stage with an exfoliant. A granular product is often especially effective in smoothing rough areas and releasing dead skin cells, allowing the face to be better moisturized.

After the exfoliation process concludes, use a toner or an astringent to tighten skin and remove any makeup or cleanser residue. A nice alternative to a toner or astringent would be doing a facial masque at least once a week, which tackles clogged pores while also firming skin and leaving it soft and silky.

Finally, pat skin dry with a soft towel but do not dry up all the water. Apply a moisturizer (with or without sunscreen) to help protect skin from dryness. Those who have oily skin do not have to moisturize as often as those who have dry, normal or combination skin.

By following the daily skin care routine along with drinking lots of water, exercising and protecting your skin from sun damage, you should soon notice positive results. Maintaining discipline and adhering to your goal to achieve healthier skin make the actual task at hand so much easier to accomplish.

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The proper way to moisturize your skin

2007-09-26T18:22:00.003-07:00

MOISTURIZING

Without moisture, the skin will not remain smooth and supple. The face is exposed to the drying effects of the weather, so moisturisers -- which form a film over the skin -- contain and augment the natural moisture.

Using the tips ofthe fingers, dot moisturising cream lightly all over the face.

Press the fingers of both hands into the centre of the forehead and work the cream slowly outwards. Pat the cream gentlyaround the eyes.

Work the cream around the jawline, chin and mouth with the middle fingers of both hands.

Massage the cream over the throat with alternating hands, using upward strokes from collar-
bone to chin.

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Inexpensive Face Masks

2007-09-26T18:22:00.002-07:00

*TOMATO MASK. For oily skin, mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm (not hot) water.

* BANANA MASH. Mash up a very ripe banana. Add just enough honey to make a soft pulp. Apply over face and hair. This is such a great firming mask that aging movie stars have been known to put it in the cups of their bras to make their breasts "perky." (Just make sure that you don't use too much honey and you use a sturdy bra.)

* HONEY MASK. Apply pure honey (straight from the bottle) to your face and neck. Allow it to set until dry (about 15 minutes). Rinse with very warm water.

* MILK OF MAGNESIA. Apply it straight from the bottle. Let it dry for about five to ten minutes. Rinse off with warm water, then gently pat your face dry with a fluffy towel.

* PEPTO BISMOL. This is a face mask particularly suited for those with sensitive skin. In the same way that this product coats the stomach, it gently caresses the face. Apply it straight from the bottle, using a cotton swab. Allow to dry, then rinse with cool water

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Hiding Large Pores

2007-09-26T18:22:00.001-07:00

Someone sent me an email to address how to hide their large pores. Large pores are a problem for many women. Pore size is related to the oil production from your skin, which is genetic. You cant change the size of your pores, however there are products you can use to hide the pores, as well as products to avoid that will just accentuate them.

Products to avoid:
- Mineral makeup - most common line is Bare Minerals
- Face shimmer - adding shimmer to large pores is like adding a spotlight to your face

Products to use:
- Clinique Pore Minimizer Instant Perfector - it fills your pores making them seem to disappear. It also gives a slight mattifying effect.

Make sure you pores are clean. In addition to a daily face wash consider adding Beta Hydroxy Acid (salicylic acid) to your routine. This exfoliant can get into the pores to get rid of dead skin cells.

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Testing Foundation Shades

2007-09-18T19:51:00.000-07:00

Test foundation along your jaw line - not on your hand and definitely not on the inside of your wrist. View it under different light settings. It must match the natural color of your neck.

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How to cover a scar

2007-09-18T19:50:00.000-07:00

Do use a shade lighter than one's skin tone to cover an inverted scar. This creates the appearance of a smooth surface. Using a shade darker than natural skintone on a raised scar will have the same effect.

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Do You Wear Foundation? Don't Forget to Exfoliate

2007-09-18T19:45:00.002-07:00

If you wear tinted moisturizer or foundation, you must exfoliate once a week or the foundation will just sit atop your dead skin cells, making your complexion appear ashen.

What's worse, foundation can actually highlight flaky skin (a huge beauty faux pas). Dewy, glowy skin never goes out of style.

To get the glow, I recommend a microdermabrasion scrub used once or twice a week to slough off dead skin cells. You'll notice your moisturizer, foundation and blush go on much smoother when skin is exfoliated.

Some tips:

1. Use a scrub or other exfoliant once a week

2. Apply sunscreen every morning and moisturizer at night. (Sunscreen is naturally moisturizing, so no need to double dip in the mornings). Don't skip the sunscreen, exfoliated skin is more susceptible to sun damage.

3. Don't skip the neck. Too many women forgo caring for the neck and end up with smooth faces and wrinkly necks later in life. Exfoliate the neck at the same time you do the face.

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Keep a Pumice Stone in Your Shower

2007-09-18T19:45:00.001-07:00

Dried-out, alligator feet are a huge beauty faux pas, especially this time of year when everyone's clapping around in flip-flops. To keep feet soft, I recommend keeping a pumice stone in the shower and giving the bottoms of your feet a three-minute scrub at the end of every shower. Follow with moisturizer.

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Curly Hair Tangles Less

2007-09-18T19:42:00.000-07:00

Charles Q. Choi
Special to LiveScienceLiveScience.com
Thu Sep 13, 10:10 AM ET

Flying in the face of intuition, scientists now find that curly hair gets less tangled than straight hair.

To learn which kind of hair truly is the snarliest, biophysicist Jean-Baptiste Masson at the Ecole Polytechnique in France had hairdressers count tangles for a week in the hair of 212 people—123 with straight hair and 89 with curls. Counting was conducted between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., so that hair had a chance to snag during the day.

Masson found straight hair got tangled nearly twice as much as curly hair—the average number of tangles was 5.3 per head of straight hair and 2.9 per head of curly hair

To investigate further, Masson devised a geometrical model of hair that might explain the results. Although straight hairs interact less often with each other than curly hairs do, his math suggests that when straight hairs do rub against each other, they often do so at steep angles that cause tangles.

Masson noted that Velcro essentially involves hairy fibers getting tangled up with each other, and that his findings could lead to advances "in Velcro-like technology," he told LiveScience. For instance, researchers could try increasing the tension of Velcro fibers, essentially making them straighter.

*** Insteresting study....but not sure why this was such an important study??

Lorette
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Freckles - Prevent 'em or Treat 'em?

2007-08-31T04:48:00.002-07:00

Freckles - Prevent 'em or Treat 'em?

Millions of people around the world have freckles. However, there are those who wish that a full freckle remover existed. So, if you are interested in freckle removal, remedies for freckles and freckle treatments then it is in your best interest to continue reading this article and find out what can you do with them.

What Are Freckles?

Freckles are marks that appear in our skin as a consequence to our exposure to the sun. They are usually present in people with pale skin, blond or red hair. However, what causes freckles? The active ingredient for the production of freckles is the melanocortin-1 receptor MC1R gene variant. When a person has this gene variant, and spends time under the sun, freckles will start to make their appearance, especially in the face. When the sun rays penetrate their skin, they make contact with the melanocytes, activating them. As a reaction, they will create new freckles or increase the size of the older ones.

Different Types Of Freckles

There are two main types of freckles, known as ephelides and lentigines. Ephelides comes from the Greek word for freckle: ephelis. The principal characteristic of this form of freckle is its color (red or light brown). Usually, they appear during the summer months and tend to disappear through the winter. In the case of lentigines (the word comes from Latin, lentil), things are a bit different. Most of the times they appear in children and their skin develops a spot of darker colors (brown to black). Finally, they don't disappear during winter. Although they may not be very attractive in appearance, they don't pose any type of risk. Although these are the two main types of freckles, there are some variations that need to be considered. For example, when an adult develops lentigines, they are usually called "age spots" or "liver spots". However, you shouldn't be deceived by these names. They are the manifestation of overexposure to the sun in a skin that has a genetic tendency to develop freckles.

How Can Freckles Be Treated?

The most popular freckle remover in these days is laser. Laser procedures are able to remove the freckle from the skin without causing any kind of damage to the surrounding tissue. Plus, it doesn't require high doses of anesthesia and they are procedures that are very quick to perform.

For a time, cryosurgery was also popular for treating freckles. This procedure uses liquid nitrogen in order to freeze the affected region of the skin so the freckle can be easily removed. However, with the advent of laser technology, cryosurgery has lost some terrain. There are some cases, though, in which dermatologists still recommend the use of cryosurgery

Do Freckles Pose Health Risks?

Yes and no. If a person has freckles, the best thing that he or she can do is to visit, each year, a dermatologist. The doctor will take pictures of the most important freckles in the body in order to evaluate them after a year. Why is it needed? The reason is that a freckle could be the antecessor to a more dangerous kind of spot: melanoma. The doctor needs to assure himself that there hasn't been any change in the pattern of the freckle. If your family has an antecedent of cancer and you have freckles, then you may have a genetic disposition for melanoma. Look for a dermatologist and let him examine your skin. Additionally, do not forget to tell him if there have been cases of skin cancer in your family. This information is very important for him since he will be able to implement a proper treatment

How Can Freckles Be Prevented?

The best way to avoid their appearance is by not having any kind of contact with intense sun, especially during the summer. Of course, few people will want to follow this option since most of them want to spend time in the outsides, especially in the beach. So, if you are one of those persons, your best choice is to use sunscreen. Consult your dermatologist in order to determine which kind, and level, of sunscreen you need to use.Teen freckles can be a nuisance for many adolescents who consider their external image the most important thing for them. However, it is very important that parents teach their kids that there is no magical remedy. If they have been born with freckles, they will have to accept it as part of their lives. Although a freckle remover can eliminate the ones that pose a health risk, the truth is that freckles are here to stay

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Lorette
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Natural Ways to Keep Skin Healthy

2007-08-31T04:48:00.001-07:00

Natural Ways to Keep Skin Healthy

Here are some tips for healthy skin, using natural products

FOODS FOR HEALTHY SKIN

One of the top tips for healthy skin care is to eat healthy foods. Here are some of the best foods for healthy skin.

Foods containing Omega-3 fatty acids (eg. Tuna, mackerel, herrings and sardines)
Foods containing Vitamin A or beta-carotene (eg. Sweet potato, carrot, mango and spinach)
Foods containing zinc (e.g. Beef, peanuts, roasted pumpkin)
Fresh fruit and vegetables
Water
Tea

HYDRATIONS

kin hydration is very important, especially for people with dry skin. Drinking lots of water is one way of keeping skin hydrated. Water also helps brings nutrients to the skin. It is important to avoid dehydrating drinks, like cola, coffee and alcohol. Cold weather and hot water can dry out skin, so these should be avoided as much as possible. People with dry skin should always wear a sunscreen, even during winter.

SLEEP AND SKIN REJUVENATION

Getting a good night's sleep is important for healthy skin care. As people sleep, skin rejuvenation takes place and the cells undergo a process of repair. This is important because this is the time when the skin is restored and recovers from any harm it has suffered during the day. To help skin stay healthy, you should ensure you get at least seven (preferably eight) hours of sleep a night. Make-up can interfere with the skin's rejuvenation process, so all make-up should be removed before going to bed.

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Skin care quiz: Best practices for healthy skin

2007-08-31T04:48:00.000-07:00

Skin care quiz: Best practices for healthy skin
From MayoClinic.com

Does your skin care routine leave your skin looking its best? Are you doing all you can to keep your skin looking youthful? Sort through common perceptions — and misperceptions — surrounding skin care and find out the best ways to keep your skin healthy.

Take the quiz below to see how much you know.

http://health.msn.com/centers/skincare/quiz.aspx?cp-documentid=100154032&GT1=9145

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Lorette
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12 Secrets to Sexy Hair - - What Your Stylist Didn't Tell You (But Told Us)

2007-08-22T16:15:00.000-07:00

Don't you just love it when your stylist teaches you a trick that you just know you'll use for the rest of your life? Here we've compiled 12 secrets to sexy hair that we learned from years of talking to stylists & compiling style secrets from magazines. Enjoy!

Secret #1: Skip the daily shampoo Chances are you've heard the beauty secret that dirty hair is easier to style. Well it's true. Washing hair every 2-3 days does not result in 'dirty' hair per se, but actually helps promote healthy hair. Washing hair every day robs hair of essential oils which can lead to dry scalp & hair. So skip the daily scrubs.
If you have dry, coarse hair, be sure to condition ends every day. Oily, lifeless hair? Try adding body by spritzing water at the roots. Water will reactivate your styling products and add lift to the roots.

You can also try changing parts & if you have dry shampoo (or baby powder if you have light hair) hair, you can try sprinkling some on your roots. Check out your dry shampoo options from $4 & up

Secret #2: Buns are cool, but keep them loose Updos aren't just for prom, New Years & Lois Lane. But keep the brush away and finger-comb hair into a low, disheveled bun or knot. Leave the tight, ballerina 'do for the dancers. Check out these gorgeous photos of sexy buns

Secret #3: Want Sexy, Messy, 'Just Off the Beach' Waves? The secret is in sea salt spray. We once dropped by one of Manhattan's hottest salons to check in on the new perming trend. We wanted sexy, loose waves & we were wondering if they did them there via the perming process.
No can do, said the girl at the front desk, who just happened to have the hair we wanted. "Do you happen to perm your hair?" We asked, oh-so-delicately. She blushed ever so slightly, then leaned to tell us a little secret. "Nope, I use sea salt. And I make it myself." You too can make a spray using a bottle, sea salt & water. But if you want to buy it yourself, we recommend our favorite sea salt spray, Bumble & Bumble's Surf Spray.

Secret #4: Don't bring out the brush too soon When blowdrying hair, separate tangles with fingers until hair is about 80% dry THEN try brushing. You want to make sure your fingers glide through hair effortlessly before introducing a brush to wet or even damp hair.

Secret #5: Bangs are hot, just make sure you get the right bangs We love the look of thick, heavy bangs & side-swept bangs. Just avoid the thin, wispy, all-one-length bang -- it will make your face look 'boxy' and dated. A very hot look right now are thick bangs paired with long, wavy layers. Sexy. Especially with perfect highlights. Not ready for the thick bangs? Try side-swept bangs paired with long layers. Layering hair with bangs works best because it's less boxy while allowing your hair to grow out without looking too extreme if you decide to grow out the trend.

Secret #6: Yes, you can go blonde or red Some skin types work best with colors than others. Most olive-skinned women (think J.Lo) can get away with any hair color: Blonde, black, brunette & even red. Women with pink tones have a harder time & can't get too drastic. But believe it or not, pink skin tones tend to work best with red hair color. As for going blonde, if you were fairly blonde-ish as a child in the summer, then you are a good candidate for going blonde as an adult. But olive-skinned girls with black or brown hair can look great blonde, too. Have a stylist help pick the right tone for you.

Secret #7: Skip the long, one-length style Long, blunt-cut hair just isn't fresh. Cutting in long layers can shave off years off your look.

Secret #8: The secret to 'piece-y' hair You know the look you're going for. That long, wavy hair where the waves seem to fall in pieces. Some stylists swear it's in the cut. It most definitely is -- but you also need the right product.
To get thie 'piece-y' look, you want long layers -- hair that's just one length simply won't do. Your stylist will also want to lighten the thickness of hair by texturizing, this basically lightens the load & gives hair needed body. Texturizing also gives hair thickness at the roots, allowing it to fall in sexy, soft waves.
Once you have the perfect cut, however, don't forget the product. A good pomade run through hair helps separate pieces. We like Kenra Platinum Texturizing Taffy Pomade. But almost every haircare brand will have a nice pomade.

Can I Fix My Split Ends?

2007-08-22T16:11:00.000-07:00

In a word: no. Nope. Sorry. The only way to get rid of split ends is to cut them off. Serums can temporarily seal a split end, but they can't repair them. So why do you need to trim split ends? Because they will split up the hair shaft causing even more hair damage. You can, however, hide split ends by twisting your hair into a bun or chignon. (I have been known to wear my hair in a casual bun for months because I put off going to the salon.

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How to Apply Eyeshadow - 10 tips and tricks

2007-08-22T16:02:00.000-07:00

Secret #1: Blending is key Ok, well I sorta knew this, but I wasn't sure HOW TO BLEND. You use three different colors: The base, usually a very light taupe, a highlighter for the crease and a main color for the lid, but how to get them to look as if they merge into each other like the colors of a rainbow? My secret: Start light then go darker. Brush the base color, apply the lid color and THEN apply the highlighter. Also, don't be too heavy-handed or you'll have to start over. Extra tip: Practice makes perfect. Play with your makeup a few days before a big event.

Secret #2: Choose shadows that make the color of your eyes pop Gone are the days when beauty experts advised against blue shadow. Matching the color of your eye with a shadow actually brings the color out (think blue shadow on blue eyes). At the same time, contrasting colors make eyes pop too (think a deep jeweled blue shadow on deep brown eyes).

Secret #3: Never cover your browbone with deep color -- unless you're doing a cover shoot for Vogue You don't want the drama too much shadow brings. Apply shadow up to the browbone but don't apply shadow ON the bone unless it's a neutral color or a highlighter

Secret #4: Highlighter can make or break your look When applying dark shadow to the crease of your eye, be careful to blend only on the outside edge. Get to close to the eye and you'll cause your eyes to look teeny and beady.

Secret #5: Set shadow with a great base Primers are super hot right now because they help set makeup that stays for hours. I've found the secret to keeping shadow in place for hours is a shadow base. Almost everyone makes them but I swear by MAC Paints

Secret #6: Shimmer is hot, but plays up wrinkles Shimmer makes eyes really pop, but it also highlights heavy lids, lines and wrinkles. A great look for shimmer is to create a 'nude' lid, but apply a bit of gold shimmer to the browbone. Gorgeous!

Secret #7: Smokey is great, but keep it to the lid Making up a smokey eye? Keep color to the lid and just under the lower lashline. Don't extend color above the crease.

Secret #8: How to pair shadow with red lips Remember the beauty rule 'Thou Shalt Not Play up the Lips AND the Mouth.' If you're going for dramatic red lips (never out of fashion), cover unsightly blue lines on lids with a concealer or shadow primer and then keep eyeshadow light.

Secret #9: Make eyes brighter with white A dot of white shadow or pencil on the inside of the eye near the tear duct will make eyes look brighter.

Secret #10: Go for color Taupe and lavender look great on all eye colors. Also consider mixing shades if you bought a color that's just too bold for you. Mixing an electric blue with taupe can turn out the most perfect color.

enjoy
lorette
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Quick Tips: How to Detangle Hair

2007-08-22T15:56:00.000-07:00

Long, fine hair is especially susceptible to tangles.

If you have trouble detangling your hair (or your kid's), here's are some tips:

1. Always, always use conditioner after you shampoo. If you have oily hair (many people with fine hair, do), apply conditioner to the bottom 2/3rds of your hair. If you have normal or dry hair, try a leave-in conditioner, applied to ends.

2. Use a wide-tooth comb.

3. Start detangling from the bottom up.

4. If hair is dry and tangled and you don't want to wet hair, rub a few drops of shine serum in your palms then run your hands through your hair. The serum will help you work out the knots with a comb.

enjoy,
lorette
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A new use for baby powder?

2007-07-27T17:43:00.001-07:00

I've heard that baby powder is great for getting the sand off of you at the beach.

Baby powder is a must for every beach bag. Put it on and the sand slides right off. It works on all the spots where sand sticks -- in baby creases, backs of the knees, even down bathing top (and bottoms).

Enjoy

Lorette

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Finding Your Best Shade of Lip Color

2007-07-27T17:43:00.000-07:00

"If I had to teach someone just one thing about lip color it would be this: Find a lipstick that looks good on your face when you are wearing absolutely no makeup." -- Bobbi Brown, "Beauty"

For years I would stand before the makeup counters at department stores and stare befuddled at the lipsticks. To me they looked like the entire U.S. Marine Corps standing at attention -- they were all so darn cute, how was I to pick the perfect one?

Turns out picking the right shade of lip color isn't so complicated, after all. Of course it would take me 15 years of buying the wrong shades of lip color to find this out.

The Simple, Most Perfect Trick to Finding Your Best Shade of Lip Color

The most flattering lip tones will be one or two shades darker than your natural lip color, according to makeup artist Bobbi Brown.

To test shades, apply lipstick or gloss to one lip. If that color is just a shade or two deeper than your bare lip, then you've found your shade.

Yes, it's a simple as that. So what to do if you like to buy your lipsticks at a grocery store or department store like Wal-Mart, where you can't try the lipsticks out before you buy? You can trust the color printed on the box. Simply hold it up to your lips in the store and check it out in the mirror. Or better yet, check the color out in a window, where natural light shines through

hold it up to your lips in the store and check it out in the mirror. Or better yet, check the color out in a window, where natural light shines through.

How to Pick the Right Shade of Red

Many women wrongly believe they can't wear red lipstick. The secret to choosing the right red lip color is in the undertones. Pink-skinned girls should opt for cherry red. Those with olive skin can wear fire-engine red. Dark skin looks great with deep reds. One big red lipstick no-no: It's best not to match lips to your outfit.

Don't want to go all out with red lipstick? Create a red lip stain with a little trick I got from InStyle Magazine's August 2007 issue. Makeup artist Angela Levin smooths on Dr. Hauschka lip balm then applies red lipstick over it with her finger. The result is a gorgeous sheen of red.

Uh-Oh, You Hate the Lipstick You Just Bought

Don't throw out those lipsticks that are just a wee bit off. You can create a great lipcolor by blending lipsticks you don't like. For lipstick that's just a bit too bright, tone down the color with a darker liner before applying a lipstick.

When to Use a Lip Brush

Use a lip brush when applying strong colors. You need a mirror and expert application so you don't paint the outside edges of your mouth.

How to Use Lip Liner

While you can line lips before or after lipstick or gloss application, I find lips look more natural when I line lips after I apply lipstick.

To keep lipstick from wearing off so fast, fill in lips with liner before applying lipstick. This acts as a color base, so when the lipstick wears off you still have color.

The More Complicated Way to Choose Lip Color

While picking the right shade is as easy as going a couple shades darker than your natural lip color, we can delve just a wee bit deeper in the science of shades and skin tone.
Women with fair skin, look great in lipstick shades such as nudes in a slightly apricot shade, pinks and light corals. Stay away from browns, which will appear blah.

Those with a medium skin tone can go a bit darker. You'll look great in roses, mauves and berries. Skip the bright reds and consider a deep burgundy instead.

Deep plum, chocolate or red is fabulous with dark or black skin. According to the editors of Allure's "Confessions of a Beauty Editor," women with dark skin "can go in one of two directions: toward brown or purple. Think caramel or walnut for day, and plum or wine for evening."

- Julyne Derrick

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Lorette

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How to wear a ponytail

2007-07-22T13:09:00.000-07:00

The Sleek Ponytail - Wear this look to the office or out to a nice dinner. Especially gorgeous when paired with thick, dark sunglasses. (Everyone will think you're famous). My favorite look is the sleek ponytail with thick, heavy bangs.

How to get it: It's best to dry hair straight with a brush since wet ponies are the antithesis of sexy. Part hair slightly off-center (parting in the middle is also trendy) and fasten the tail lightly so that it sits slightly below the middle of the back of your head. To combat flyaways, spritz hairspray on your hairline.

For added polish, run a shine serum (we like Bumble and Bumble's Gloss) through pony and straighten hair completely with a flat-iron. Extra tip: Stylists love the look of hair wrapped around the elastic. To get this look, skip the nasty fake hair ones you can buy in drugstores and department stores (tacky!) and instead, pull a pencil-thick piece of hair from the bottom of the pony, wrapping it around elastic. Leave 2 inches to pull down through the elastic. Secure with a couple bobby pins.

The Cute Ponytail - This look is great for the weekend and works with all lengths of hair. We call this look "cute" because it relies on little kid barrettes (or opt for funky ones in cool geometric designs) or decorative bobby pins to hold back bangs or layers that don't fit in the ponytail. This look is particularly cute on chin-length hair. The pig's tail curl is super cute. How to get it: Best not to get too sleek on this one. Spray volumnizer at the roots, then let hair airdry, scrunching it for a bit of wave. Don't have time? Blowdry hair without brushing, use fingers instead to separate hair. Rake hair back with your fingers (skip the brush) and secure either at the nape of your neck or just a bit higher. Scrunch pony more for more wave. Pin bangs or unsecured layers with a decorative bobby pin or little kid barrette. We love these France Luxe Long and Skinny Barrettes

The Rumpled Ponytail - The perfect weekend or after work hairstyle. This look works best with unwashed hair, which we find most manageable.

How to get it: Either start with unwashed hair or get the messy look by spraying roots with volumnizer and airdrying hair or blowdrying using your fingers instead of a brush. Scrunch as you dry. Tease hair at the crown. then rake hair back at the nape of your neck. To get fullness, secure four or five bobby pins just above the elastic. This way you get a fuller look. Scrunch the tail once it's in place.

The Cheerleader Ponytail - A super-high ponytail will take years off your face, but if you have excessive widows' peaks at your crown or if you have a big forehead this look can be unattractive. To see if you're a bad candidate, pull hair back and look in the mirror, if hairline starts high at the top of your head, this look can bring too much attention to your forehead.

The Dramatic Ponytail A high, tight ponytail is swingy and totally sexy. It's also wearable at work or at night. The key to this look is the barrette, so go more dramatic in the evening. Be careful if you have a high forehead, when you wear high ponytails, you don't want to look bald from the front. A better ponytail for you is one with a sidepart and fastened lower on your head.

How to get it: Spritz hair with a volumizing spray like Bumble and Bumble Thickening Spray, then dry hair straight. If you have curly hair, use a diffuser and an anti-frizz product instead of the volumizer. Take a section at the top part of the back of your head and tease hair at the root. This will give you needed volume for the dramatic look. Once hair is sufficiently teased, carefully brush hair back into a pony up high on the back of your head just above your ears. Gently pull hair at the top of the pony out and up for drama.

Run a gloss (we like Bumble and Bumble Gloss, see sleek ponytail above) through ponytail, using extra at the ends. If you're going out at night, up the drama ante by securing a gorgeous barrette (we love the ones that look like brooches) near the elastic and on the side of your head. If you use a barrette, keep in mind that it's a piece of jewelry so be careful not to overdo the look with earrings, necklace and a bracelet. The less jewelry you wear, the more oomph your pieces have. Check out these gorgeous barrettes and books on how to make your own

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Lorette
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Why Exfoliate?

2007-07-22T13:06:00.000-07:00

Exfoliate - Chances are if you don't exfoliate daily or weekly, your skin is covered in dead skin cells that are mucking up the surface of your skin and causing your skin to not only look dull, but older as well.

Without proper exfoliation, foundation won't smooth over your skin cleanly and moisturizer won't properly soak in.

Exfoliate with face scrubs, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, beta alpha hydroxy pads or any Vitamin A product like Retin-A.

Enjoy
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Foundation is Out, Tinted Moisturizer is

2007-07-17T17:01:00.003-07:00

Foundation is Out, Tinted Moisturizer is In

If you refuse to go bare in summer and can't imagine life without your foundation, consider putting away your foundation for the season and trying a tinted moisturizer. I'm warning you, you may never go back to your old foundation.

Lighter than foundation, tinted moisturizers still cover flaws but feel less "cakey." And while foundations can feel as if they're melting off your face, tinted moisturizers won't.

Most women are darker in summer, so if you insist on using your foundation, consider one shade for summer and a lighter one for winter. My favorite tinted moisturizer is Laura Mercier, which contains SPF, a bonus all year round

Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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How to Keep Your Feet in Tip-Top Shape in Summer

2007-07-17T17:01:00.002-07:00

How to Keep Your Feet in Tip-Top Shape in Summer

If you are running around in flip-flops all summer, chances are the skin on your feet has toughened alligator-like. Here are some secrets to keeping your feet in great shape:

1. Pumice stone. Forget all those wimpy foot scrubs, you need a real pumice stone to rub down the callouses and other hard spots on your feet. Wait until the end of your shower, when your feet have had a chance to soften in the water, then apply a moisturizing soap and have at it with the pumice stone.

2. Moisturize. Follow a good "pumicing" with heavy duty moisturizer. Rub moisturizer into soles of feet, then sleep in socks. By morning your feet should be soft.

3. Keep toes polished. Don't run around public with unpainted or chipped toenail polish. There's nothing that screams "unkept woman" more than a foregone pedicure. Consider a clear or light polish, which tend to last much longer than colors and are less obvious when chipped. If your nails are a mess, wear closed-toed shoes.

4. Keep clippers on hand. Big faux pas: Long toenails. If you can scratch a mosquito bite on the back of your leg with your big toe, you know it's time for a little clip-clip.

Enjoy
Lorette
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Are You Overcleansing Your Skin?

2007-07-17T17:01:00.001-07:00

Are You Overcleansing Your Skin?

Oily skin can feel extra oily in the summertime. But you may be overcleansing your skin by washing it at night and in the morning. Wash face only at night to remove makeup and impurities, then splash your skin in the morning with lukewarm water. This will remove any excess oils without drying out your skin. Extra tip: One sign of overcleansing is tight, taut skin. If your skin feels squeaky clean to you, it's really a sign of dehydrated skin. Skin should feel moist and dewy. When skin feels taut, apply a moisturizer.

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Lorette
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How to Control your Curls in the Summer

2007-07-17T17:01:00.000-07:00

Simple ways to take care of your curly hair in the summer...

1. Pull hair back in a hairband. If you pull the hair back in a band while it's damp, it's a great way to "flatten" hair at the crown, leaving the curls at your hair's ends. Later you can pull off the hairband and you'll have gorgeous body.

2. Water is your enemy. Try not to dry hair in summertime with a dryer, instead let hair airdry. Apply a leave-in conditioner to ends, a silicone serum to curls and let hair airdry. You can pull hair back in a loose bun for a gorgeous look. Add some style with a ballerina band.

3. Pull the sides of hair back, leaving a sort of half-up/half-down 'do. It's super romantic.

One last word of advice: don't fight your curls in summer, you'll lose the battle once you step out in humidity. Instead, embrace your look and keep in mind that we straight-haired girls spend a lot of time trying to get your curls

- Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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Water damage to your hands

2007-05-14T06:32:00.000-07:00

An old roomate of mine always wore rubber gloves when washing dishes, and she said she did that to protect her hands and nails, something her mother did when she was growing up.

So i was curious to see what her mothers hands looked like, believe it or not, they looked great - she said she wears gloves all the time when washing dishes and doing yard work.

So, get into the habit of wearing rubber gloves when you do any cleaning around the house.
The reason? Cleaning agents can be extremely harsh on both nails and hands. The nails when exposed to water, swell and then shrink back as they dry. This contributes to brittle nails.

Lorette
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Quick Tip for Soft Hands

2007-05-14T06:31:00.000-07:00

If your hands dont feel soft anymore, try an age old Vaseline trick...

Before you go to bed, lavish on the Vaseline and then pop on a pair of cotton gloves. Your hands will be incredibly soft by morning

You can also try this with your feet !

Lorette
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How to Massage Your Hand

2007-05-14T06:30:00.000-07:00

To stimulate circulation, rub your palm over the back of the hand and then repeat with the other hand.

This movement is very similar to washing your hands and it does not only stimulate circulation, it also warms the hands.

Give it a try!

Lorette
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Take Care of Your Hands

2007-05-14T06:28:00.000-07:00

Hands are the most visible parts of you, but they also take a lot of abuse. You must give them the same attention you give your face.

* Soften your hands even while you do the dishes. Add a little almond oil (about a teaspoon) to dishwater. The water will soften rought skin while the oil seals the moisture.

* Slough off dead skin cells with a solution made of sea salt lemon. Brush it into hands with an old toothbrush. Do this twice a week to soften hands and remove discoloration.

* Wash hands thoroughly with warm water, then, using a coarse washcloth, rub briskly. While skin is slightly damp, apply a mixture of one teaspoon honey and one teaspoon olive oil. Place hands in small plastic bags, then in a pair of cotton gloves for thirty minutes. The heat helps the treatment penetrate.

* Warm a cup of milk in the microwave for thirty seconds (or until warm, but comfortable to the touch). Soak your hands for five minutes to strengthen nails and hydrate skin. Not only is milk loaded with lactic acid, a natural alpha hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates dead skin, but its high calcium content will strengthen fragile nails.

Enjoy
Lorette
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Is it safe to whiten your teeth at home?

2007-05-08T08:49:00.000-07:00

Teeth whitening is one of those quick beauty fixes that can totally change your look while knocking out your pocketbook. Many dentists have jumped on the trend & offer teeth whitening in their offices, or you can splurge at a whitening spa such as BriteSmile (which will offer you a 2 for 1 deal if you bring a friend).

But while nothing will work as fast as a professional laser whitening procedure, the over-the-counter remedies will give you great results, according to New York dentist Dr. Jennifer Salzer in the September 2005 issue of Lucky Magazine.Here are some options to try:

1. The strips. Crest Whitestrips Premium Plus actually work & are quite affordable.

2. GoSmile System. This bleaching tray system is a bit pricier than the strips but they work great and are easier on sensitive teeth.3. Whitening toothpaste. The toothpaste is actually better for maintaining your white smile after you've lightened.

So use #1 or #2 and then invest in some toothpaste. Just remember to drink your tooth-staining coffee & dark sodas from a straw.

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Lorette
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Is there a cure for bad breath?

2007-05-08T08:43:00.000-07:00

The key here is to get rid of the culprits. You’ll need to keep bacteria at bay by daily flossing and brushing. You also want to drink plenty of water. It’s especially important to brush and floss at night, when production of saliva slows down causing ‘dry mouth.’ Buy a tongue-scraper and use it in combination with brushing your tongue. Sugarless gum also does an excellent job of cleaning out the crevices where bacteria like to breed.

How can you tell if you have bad breath?

Skip the old method of blowing into your hands and smelling your breath. Instead, lick the back of your hand, let the saliva dry, then take a whiff. What you smell is your true breath.

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Lorette
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3 different types of mascara

2007-05-08T08:27:00.000-07:00

When you stand at the makeup counter or aisle, it can be confusing. Should you get lengthening, curling, thickening or non-smudging? And what, just what, is the difference between each of these anyway? (Is there a difference, or are these mascara types all hype, designed to get you to buy more than one type?)

Mascaras these days are loaded with proteins & waxes all designed to condition your lashes & come in problem-solving formulations. InStyle's beauty book, Getting Gorgeous, breaks down these different types of mascaras.

Lengthening mascara
Lengthening mascaras have dense bristles that allow you to get more mascara on your lashes & especially on the tips of your lashes.

Thickening mascara
When you want bulk, you do want to buy the mascaras touted as 'thickening.' These products contain a thicker formula of waxes & silicone polymers that coat lashes & make them appear bulkier. The best thickening mascara on the market (according to InStyle magazine's 2006 'Best Beauty Buys' guide) is Christian Dior Diorshow (about $22):

Waterproof mascara
Obviously these 'non-smudging' mascaras contain special synthetic formulas meant to repel moisture. But these can be harsh on your lashes (to prevent breaking lashes, you can put Vaseline on them before you go to sleep). A great waterproof mascara is Maybelline Lash Discovery: Non-clumping mascara These contain ingredients like silk extract & glycerin. The applicators also have longer wands which allow for a more even application.

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Lorette
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Applying Eyeliner in the Inner Rims of Your Eyes

2007-05-04T10:23:00.000-07:00

Applying Eyeliner in the Inner Rims of Your Eyes

Make sure your hands and nails are clean of any dirt and oil before your go near your eyes.
Check that nails are smooth, without any ragged edges because a shard or rough edge from your nail could scratch the eye.
Use only a clean pencil, which means sharpening it prior to each use (with a clean sharpener) and not sharing with anyone.
Be aware that you may be allergic to the ingredients in a pencil, in which case, itching and redness may occur. So it may be a good idea to test the pencil outside the eye area for a day or two before you attempt lining the inner regions.
Don't apply in a rush. If you're anxious or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you run the risk of inadvertently poking yourself, in which case, you would risk scratching your cornea (the transparent part of the eyeball which covers the iris and pupil).

Enjoy

Lorette

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Do your lashes look dried out and hard?

2007-05-04T10:21:00.000-07:00

You wear way too much mascara. Geller calls this the ultimate preventable makeup blunder. "Too much mascara makes lashes look hard as a rock," she says. "Your eyes may be beautiful, but your lashes are dried out, look hard and flake under the eyes." To prevent the hard-lash look, always work with newer mascaras. If your mascara is older than three months, Laura Geller a well known makeup artist says, it's already drying out, so it will go on uneven, thick and gloppy. "The creamier the mascara, the better," Geller recommends. "If you put on two or three coats and you don't have enough, you're using the wrong mascara." Check out conditioning products that can give your lashes a fuller look without clumping.

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Lorette
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Look Younger by Morning

2007-04-25T17:35:00.000-07:00

During the day, you know what it takes to keep your skin looking youthful: sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen. (Experts recommend using one with an SPF of at least 15 every day of the year.) But what you may not know is that there are things you can do at night to look younger, to make your skin glow and to actually repair your skin.

Stubborn fine lines, enlarged pores and even puffy, tired eyes can be erased (or reduced) by morning if you take the proper steps at night, says Monique Klein, owner of Monique K. Skin Care Boutique. And if your complexion is already practically perfect, nighttime is the right time to indulge in some preventive care.

- Always thoroughly wash your face before you go to bed. Never hit the pillow without removing the day's grime as well as sunscreen and other products from your skin.

- To look younger, apply a quick-drying mask twice a week. If you want to tighten your pores. Monique recommends using an exfoliator like Aveda's Deep Cleansing Herbal Clay Masque.
For dry skin, she suggests Aveda's Intensive Hydrating Masque. Let the mask sit for 10 minutes or until it's dry, and then gently remove it with warm water and a washcloth.

- Liberally moisturize your face and your neck with an overnight cream containing alpha-hydroxyls or retinols. You shouldn't use these creams in the daytime, because they increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun's UVA and UVB rays.

- Shore up the vulnerable skin around your eyes by slathering on a collagen-filled cream , a multimineral, multivitamin, fortifying serum that combats the signs of aging caused by stress and pollution.

- Monique's favorite trick to look younger involves how you lie down on the bed — or, more accurately, how not to lie down. She suggests getting several firm pillows (not goose-feather ones, which can get lumpy) and stacking them so that you can recline while keeping your upper torso slightly elevated, as if you were sleeping in the first-class cabin of an airplane. It may sound wacky, but it prevents fluids from gathering around your eyes. You'll wake up without a trace of puffiness — honestly.

- Avoid sleeping on your side. Not only will it cause puffiness, but it will also create creases in your face that, over time, could turn into fine lines and wrinkles. Sleep on your back whenever possible, Monique counsels, and especially the night before you want to look your best.

- In the morning, gently wash your face. Avoid using soaps or harsh astringents that are drying. While your skin is still damp, apply a moisturizer, and make sure this one contains sunscreen You've got to protect your newly rejuvenated skin from the sun's harmful rays. Gently pat on an under-eye firming cream, and let everything settle in for at least 20 minutes before you put on the rest of your makeup.

- For special occasions, says Monique, give your complexion extra zest by following this special skin-friendly diet for 24 hours: Drink plenty of water (at least 8 ounces at a time), snack on spinach and fresh berries — strawberries, blackberries or blueberries are best — and have a nice healthy piece of salmon for lunch or dinner. The antioxidantsand omega-3s in these foods plump up skin cells, and the water restores elasticity.

Enjoy
Lorette
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Evening Look: How to Make Up Your Eyes in 8 Steps

2007-04-25T16:11:00.000-07:00

1. Prep your eyes with concealer Concealer can be used to cover up undereye circles or just the bluish discoloration just under your inner eye. To cover dark undereye circles, apply three dots of concealer under each eye. Start at the inner corner where skin tends to be darkest, then under the pupil and the third on the outer edge. Pat, never rub with your ring finger (this finger tends to have the softest pad) until it disappears.

2. Apply eye base to your lid Eye base is the secret to keeping your shadow in place for hours. Without properly priming your lid first, your eyeshadow will likely end up a greasy line in your crease.

3.Apply shadow. It's great to use a three-toned shadow and build from lids to brow. Allowing them to blend into each other like a rainbow is gorgeous, according to celebrity makeup artist Mally Roncal. Start with a light color that almost matches your lid. Sweep the color across the lid and up to your browbone. Follow with a medium color across your lid only. Build on this with a darker color in the crease. Blend the colors well.

4. Follow with eyeliner Dark eyeshadows work great as eyeliners. Wet a slanted brush, then dip in a dark eyeshadow. Line eyes as close to the upper lashes as possible from the inner corner to the outer corner. Follow with liner on bottom eyes, but only line from the middle of the eye out. Smudge the bottom line with a Q-tip or your finger. You don't want a prominent line. For a smokey eye, use a brush to pat in a dark eyeshadow along the upper lid and below the lid. You don't want a stark line, instead you want to blend it so it's 'smudge-y.

5. Brighten your eyes with a highlighter This step involves only the inside part of the eye. With a gold or pink highlighter (white is too bright), draw a v-shaped shape that follows the inner corner of your eye from top to bottom. Blend with your fingers. This will help make eyes 'pop.'

6. Highlight your brow Take the same highlighter and dab it on your browbone, concentrating on your mid-brow outward. Blend with your finger.

7. Curl lashes An eyelash curler will make even long lashes look more gorgeous. For added effect, you can heat the curler under a blowdryer for a couple seconds. Test curler before applying to lashes because you could burn yourself.

8. Apply mascara Place the wand of your mascara brush at the bottom of lashes and wiggle back and forth. Follow with another few sweeps of the wand. Apply to bottom lashes as well.

Enjoy

Lorette

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Weigh In: Love This Hairstyle or Hate It?

2007-03-28T07:18:00.000-07:00

I found this survey on another blog, and thought I would post it here to see what everyone thinks....

The first hairstyle is Mia Farrow in "Rosemary's Baby" (an old movie for those who never heard of it) and the other picture is Michelle Williams....so, what do you think of the short hairdo? I think it looks great, but not everyone can pull it off!

Post your comments below...

How to Properly Apply Hair Products

2007-03-28T07:15:00.000-07:00

You won't achieve your desired hairstyle without hair products, according to Antonio Gonzales, master stylist at Eva Scrivo salon in New York City.

"Water is not enough!" says Antonio. "The hair needs to be protected."

To properly apply a styling spray, cream or gel, saturate hair with product, then comb product through hair so it is evenly distributed. You want the product to coat each strand rather than just sit on top of it, according to Eva Scrivo in the March 2007 issue of 'O' Magazine.

Antonio suggests using a wide-toothed comb or boar's hair brush to comb hair. Never use plastic or metal brushes, he says.

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Lorette
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How to Look 10 pounds thinner in pictures

2007-03-28T07:13:00.000-07:00

Secret No. 1: Turn partially sideways to the camera, planting one foot in front of the other. Point your toe to the camera and place your weight on your back foot.

Secret No. 2: Pull head forward slightly to minimize any appearance of a double chin.

Secret No. 3: Hold arms slightly away from your body. This keeps upper arm flab from flattening out and therefore appearing flabbier (much like thighs do when one sits on a couch).

Secret No. 4: Pull shoulders back, chest forward and gently suck stomach in. Be careful not to suck stomach so far in that your ribs show, thereby causing those who later see the photo to cluck to themselves in a bemused, sing-song voice, "She's sucking i-in."

Secret No. 5: If you can get away with it without looking like a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Girl wannabe, try the look away trick. To do this, look away from the camera, then turn towards it, breaking into a smile just before the camera clicks. Your smile will appear fresh, not frozen. This tricks takes practice behind closed, locked doors.

When taking a photo it's also important the photographer does not snap the picture from below. This adds another 20-50 pounds to the 10 pounds automatically and annoying added by the camera.

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Lorette
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Free J Lo Fragrance Sample

2007-01-28T15:03:00.000-08:00

Go to the link below to get a FREE sample of Jennifer Lopez 'Glow After Dark' fragrance

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Free Body Mist Sample

2007-01-28T14:59:00.000-08:00

Free Vanilla Swirl Body Mist Sample from Calgon

http://www.startsampling.com/sm/21161/captureAddress.iphtml?item=21161&source=

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Free offer from DOVE

2007-01-28T14:51:00.000-08:00

Free Sample of Dove Ultimate Clear Smooth Cashmere Deodorant

Visit the link below:

http://www.startsampling.com/sm/22005/captureAddress.iphtml?item=22005&source=dove.com

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4 lip gloss tricks

2007-01-11T17:37:00.000-08:00

1. Apply properly. Instead of putting gloss on like you do lipstick (from left to right, top to bottom with a smack!) apply gloss to the middle of your bottom lip only. Rub lips together. This will keep gloss from going on too thickly & getting goopy on you.

2. Apply gloss over lipstick. I love the look of just a bit of gloss over a neutral lipstick. Again, dab just a bit in the center of lips and smooth out from there. Keeps you from applying too thickly.

3. Got too goopy? Smack lips between a tissue paper, just like you would lipstick.

4. Make gloss pop. Lighten lips with concealer before adding colored lip gloss

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Lorette
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How Can I look Older?

2007-01-11T17:27:00.000-08:00

I found this post on another website and thought I would share...I have this same problem. People always think i am MUCH younger than I really am, but I was told I would like that compliment when I am about 50 years old :-)

Hi, I have a few problems and I hope you can help! I'm 19, turning 20 in February. I am a dance teacher but I am often thought of as a 12-year-old assistant! I always wear my hair in a ponytail and don't wear makeup. Is there a certain way to do my hair or makeup so I look older? Everytime I pay with my credit card the cashier says "so how old are you?" or "is this your card?" and when I tell them I'm 19 they're shocked! Help me look my age!!! Thanks! Jennifer

A. If you want to look older there are several things you can do:

1. Stop wearing your hair in a ponytail & invest in a trendy, yet sophisticated, hairstyle. Look for pictures in magazines & tell your stylist you want to look older. You might go for a shorter hairstyle, which tends to age people.

2. Wear makeup. Play up your eyes or your lips, but never both at the same time. Make sure you always wear mascara at the very least & a swipe of gloss. If you want to go dramatic, try a deep red lipstick, but don't make up your eyes too much. A swipe of mascara will do you. And try putting it on your top lashes only. Makeup will help 'age' you.

3. Dress like a 22-year-old college graduate. OK, you're a few years away from being 22, but still when you're not going to dance classes & you're going out with friends or shopping, dress like someone with a desk job would.

4. Invest in Lucky Magazine. Lucky is a great magazine for stylish young people (& people in general). If you want to know what the hottest trends are, invest in this magazine, start studying the trends & adopt them.

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Lorette
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Eyebrow Tips

2007-01-11T17:25:00.000-08:00

Tips:

1. To ensure your tweezers maintain their firm grip, regularly wipe the tips with alcohol to remove any oily build up. Also, keep in mind that Tweezerman will sharpen your tweezers for free when they dull. (I always lose mine before they become dull).

2. If your brows are sparse or spotty, you can fill them in by pressing a brown shadow into your brow. Chanel's Perfect Brow Compact is the ultimate brow shadow. It's expensive, but worth the price. Plucked too much? Ji Baek, owner of Rescue Beauty Lounge in Manhattan suggests in Elle Magazine that you stimulate hair growth by massaging brows with a toothbrush.

3. If you use a pencil to fill in sparse brows, apply with short, feathered strokes from the inside of the brow out. Then carefully rub brows with a brush or your fingertips to soften the effect.

4. Brow gel helps keep your brows in place all day. Or if you don't have gel, apply a dab of hairspray to your finger and use it to keep unruly hairs in place.

5. I've saved the best tip for last. The ideal time for brow-shaping is the week after your period begins.

What You Need:
A great pair of tweezers. My recommended choice: Tweezerman
A mirror, preferably magnifying
Anbesol or children's teething gel if you're afraid of pain

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Lorette
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What is a Foundation Primer? And Do I Need it?

2007-01-11T17:21:00.000-08:00

A. Just like you prime a wall before you paint it, you can prime your face before you apply foundation. Primers are a relatively new concept in the makeup industry (they became popular in the last couple years) and you'll notice they've popped up everywhere. They actually work much like a moisturizer under your foundation does: they ease the application of foundation and are meant to create a barrier between foundation and skin.

Makeup artists swear primers go one step further than moisturizers: They'll even out skin tone, help your makeup stay on longer and absorb oil with salicylic acid. Other benefits, according to Laura Mercier:

1. They allow foundation to "stay put" in hot weather.

2. Help prevent skin from absorbing talc and pigment from your foundation as well as preventing talc from drawing oil from the skin.

3. They contain botanicals such as lavender, orange, jasmine, rose, geranium, grape, kiwi and aloe extracts to soothe and refresh the skin.

If you don't want the added step of a primer to your beauty routine, you can slather on moisturizer before makeup application, says Linda Wells, Allure's beauty editor.

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Lorette
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How to Fight Eczema

2007-01-07T05:42:00.000-08:00

How to Fight Eczema

Our friend D-D has suffered from eczema for years. She's sought out remedies from 'a million different places': Dermatologists, aestheticians, naturopaths, massage therapists. 'I have done it all,' she says.

Here's a culmination of her best tips:

1. Eczema is triggered by cold, dry weather, stress and a bad lifestyle. But like cancer, it does go into remission.
2. Always wear gloves when you do dishes.
3. Always moisturize after you wash your hands.
4. When the exzema is really bad, moisturize when you go to bed and sleep with cotton gloves. When you shower, try Eucerin instead of soap.
5. Try to shower less, the less your hands get wet the better.
6. Cut down on stress any way you can: Try yoga, meditation exercises.
7. Avoid touching things: You're more susceptible to infections when you have a breakout.
8. Consult a nutritionist. Wheat and dairy can aggravate your eczema.

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lorette
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New Years Beauty Resolutions

2007-01-07T05:40:00.000-08:00

5 Things We Know (& You Do Too, Deep Down) About Being Beautiful This Year

In honor of the new year, we'd like to remind you ...

1. Aging gracefully trumps aging fearfully any day in our book. No one loves, loves, loves fine lines, wrinkles & cellulite, but the most lovely women in the world are the ones who don't bother with them and who don't obsess over them. So this year, resolve to put away those fears & focus on the positive aspects of aging. Like how much wealthier, funnier one gets as they get older.

2. Beauty really does (& we mean really) come from within. We love a woman who exudes happiness & contentedness. So this year resolve to flush out the bad things in your life: the negative friends, the annoying groups & clubs you loathe attending, some of the demands your husband & kids place on you.

Take some time for yourself, get yourself content & watch as your skin changes. Yep, it's not all about moisturizer, dear.

3. It's all about how YOU feel. There is no better way than to revive your inner sex goddess than to get a makeover (oh wait, maybe full on body treatments are even better? hmmmm, see #4 next). If you or a friend are entering the new year feeling not so sexy, treat yourself (or them) to a haircut & color & afterwards get yourself to a makeup counter & request a makeover. Only buy what you love, love, love. Step over to another makeup counter, have the technician wipe it all off and start over. Again, only buy what you love, love, love. Keep doing this until you are either sick of makeovers or you have purchased as much makeup as one person should own in a lifetime.

4. Spa treatments are a luxury worth the splurge. Yes, you just dropped a few grand on Christmas presents. But you are also very exhausted from visiting with people and cooking up a storm over the past couple weeks, aren't you. So then woman, get thee to the spa. Tell your husband you deserve it for all the gifts you have to wrap and all the meals you've had to prepare. And if he balks, threaten to bring him along. He just may love it. We firmly believe no woman should ever feel guilty over a seaweed wrap & deep tissue massage.

5. Treat someone you love to a facial, a massage or a foot rub. We all know from Psych 101 that nothing makes you feel better than giving back to someone. So put this in your pocket of tricks for the year: Offer your mate a backrub out of the blue. Give your daughter a foot rub when she's watching TV. Over at your best friend's house and she's stressed? Offer her a nice massage.

Have a happy, happy New Year Gorgeous....
Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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My Favorite Ad, From Dove

2007-01-07T05:33:00.000-08:00

Huge kudos to the folks at Dove, who've created perhaps the best commercial of 2006. The film, features a rather plain-looking model who is first transformed by a bevy of makeup artists and hair stylists and then touched up by computer -- neck elongated, eyes enlargened, lips puffed up. The end result is her magnificent mug rising above pedestrians on a giant billboard. Dove has created a program to boost teens' self-esteem, the Dove Self-Esteem Fund. Watch the film, share it with those you love.

http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.com/flat4.asp?id=6909

Lorette
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Does drinking 8 glasses of water a day make my skin moist?

2006-10-31T05:10:00.000-08:00

A. No. Despite years of having this drummed into our heads, this is not true. It is good to keep your body, including your skin, hydrated, however the outermost layer of skin does not absorb water since it is made up of dead skin cells. Moisture level of skin is not determined by internal factors, but rather external ones, such as cold or hot air, dry heat and by the number of oil-producing glands you have. So if you want to hydrate your skin, exfoliate it weekly with a sea-salt scrub or other exfoliator to remove dead skin then apply a rich moisturizer while skin is still damp. Want to hydrate your insides then by all means, drink your 8 glasses of water a day.

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Lorette
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What is the shelf life of mascara?

2006-10-31T05:07:00.000-08:00

Mascara This product expires the fastest: Throw out after 4 months. Extra tip: If you don't want your mascara to expire faster than its fresh date, don't pump the wand in & out, you're only exposing the product to drying air.

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What is the shelf life of lipstick?

2006-10-31T05:06:00.000-08:00

Some experts say 1-2 years. Others say up to 4 years. What everyone agrees on is that if it smells rancid, throw it out, it's spoiled.

Extra tip: If you store lipstick in the refrigerator, it will last longer.

Bonus tip: Want your lipstick to last longer during the day? Shade in lips with lip liner before applying lipstick.

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Lorette
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How to store makeup

2006-10-31T05:05:00.000-08:00

Skip the fancy makeup bags & store makeup in freezer-size Ziploc bags, this way you can see exactly what you need & you can throw the bag out when they get dirty. The bags also protect your main bag during trips or flights, when screwtops inevitably come undone or plastic covers fall off your eyeshadow, getting makeup everywhere...inside the Ziploc.

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Lorette
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How much hair loss is ok?

2006-10-31T05:02:00.000-08:00

Everyone loses between 40 & 120 strands a day, depending on how much hair you have, your age & your hair's growth cycle. People with fine hair tend to have more of it & therefore will lose more of it than their thicker-haired sisters & brothers. Your hair also thins as you get older, particularly after menopause for women, but the thinning will stop & not continue as it will for men.

Here are common causes of hair loss:
1. Seasonality. You'll lose the most hair in the fall -- typically November and December when hair reaches maturity in its growth cycle.

2. Diet. Hair loss can occur through poor dieting, tight ponytails, even with age. According to dermatologist George Cotsarelis, M.D., director of the University of Pennsylvania Hair and Scalp Clinic, iron deficiency may be the cause.

He states in the April 2006 issue of 'Ladies Home Journal,' it might be worth checking your levels with your doctor & take a supplement if they're low.

3. Pregnancy Some women experience hair loss with pregnancy or as part of post-pregnancy hormonal changes. Other women experience hair loss when going on or off (usually off) the birth control pill.

4. Illness Sometimes it happens as a result of illness. Even stress, excessive weight loss, iron deficiency & thyroid problems can cause hair loss.

If you're really worried, ask your doctor, however, experts say you really only need to worry if your part is getting wider or you can see your scalp through your hair. But don't worry, not all hair loss is permanent.

There is a specialty doctor called a 'trichologist,' an expert in hair problems. You can make an appointment and ask the doc for a diagnosis.Extra tip: If you're a woman you won't experience male-pattern baldness. Women's hair tends to thin all over.

The only FDA-approved hair loss treatment for women is Minoxidil, according to scalp specialist David Kingsley, PhD, in the November, 2005 issue of 'O' magazine. Minoxidil works in 60-70 percent of cases by improving the follicle's ability to produce hair, Kingsley said.

Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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Better than Botox?

2006-10-16T06:51:00.000-07:00

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You can get a FREE try for only $3.95 shipping & handling - what a great deal!!!

Black nailpolish?

2006-10-16T06:43:00.000-07:00

Black nailpolish?

Apparently short nails, with dark polish (black like Lindsay Lohan has on) is the new trend this winter. Personally, I'm not a fan of it...what do you think?

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Lorette http://www.make-up-tip.com

Keep Your Polish on Longer

2006-10-16T06:42:00.000-07:00

Keep Your Polish on Longer: Here's How

Fun quick tip on keeping your polish from chipping...Every other day, apply a clear coat of polish over your new manicure. Paint the tip as well and under the nail. This will keep your manicure in place longer and cut down on chipping.

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Lorette
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8 Mascara Tips

2006-10-16T06:39:00.000-07:00

Tip #1: How to use a lash comb. For some, lash combs are simply too fussy. But for some makeup artists, they're a great invention & keep lashes glob-free & perfectly separated. So how to use? Apply mascara at the lash base, wiggling the brush & then comb the mascara to the tips of your lashes. Not into the lash comb? Get rid of clumbs without them by removing excess mascara from the wand. Wipe wand on tissue, this eliminates blobs BEFORE you start.

Tip #2: Try a clean mascara wand. Sweep a clean, fresh mascara wand through lashes when they're wet. Don't worry, you don't have to buy them. When you finish a mascara, clean the wand in a capful of eye makeup remover, then wash with soap & dry. Keep it clean by washing it whenever you wash your makeup tools.

Tip #3: Don't shy away from colored mascara. Basic mascara rules are simple: Black works for everyone but blondes. Blondes should opt for brown/black by day & reserve black for night. Blue mascara, however, can brighten blue eyes, purple mascara can make brown eyes pop. The most popular mascara sold in the US is Maybelline Great Lash mascara, a great buy at under $6. The company estimates 1 tube is sold every 1.6 seconds in the U.S.

Tip #4: When applying mascara, wiggle the wand at the base of the lashes. It's the mascara placed near the roots (not the tips) that gives the illusion of length.

Tip #5: Thin, short brushes are best. A thinner brush allows you to get into the corner of eyes. Short brushes give you more control.

Tip #6: Give a few coats to the edges by blinking. Blink onto the brush to give ends an extra coat.

Tip #7: Powder under the eye before applying mascara. Sometimes mascara smudges because it's attracted to oily concealer or eye creams.

Tip #8: Use an eyelash curler BEFORE applying mascara. Curling lashes gives eyes the appearance of being wider & brighter. Shoot hot air from your blowdryer on the mascara curler for 3-5 seconds to warm it up before curling lashes. Touch it first to make sure it's not TOO hot. Shu Uemura makes the most popular eyelash curler on the market ($18-$22).

Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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Do you suffer from a shiny face?

2006-09-28T09:11:00.000-07:00

Do you suffer from a shiny face?

Try this makeup tip supermodel Gisele Bundchen shares in the October 2005 Harper's Bazaar:'Nothing controls shine better than makeup primer. I apply Aura Science Airbrush Primer over my face before my makeup, and my skin stays shine-free all day.

'Check out all sorts of primers for different prices here: http://erclk.about.com/?zi=19/lnl

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Lorette
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Winter Beauty Tips

2006-09-28T09:09:00.000-07:00

Trends come & trends go & this season you don't want to be caught in public looking like last year (or worse, last ... decade). I've read all the magazines for you & come up with the best & worst trends for winter.

Winter Do #1: Goodbye Helmet Head The less done your hair looks, the more 'in' you'll look. You'll notice trendy hair this season looks loose, wavy & fresh. To mimic it, throw out the hairspray, use a light mousse instead of gel to add texture & don't be afraid to let your roots grow out, just a bit.

Winter Dont #1: Grow nails long & finish them with a French manicure Short, round nails are 't hot for this season. Skip the long-taloned manicure & instead, paint your nails dark.

Winter Do #2: Don't throw out the self-tanner yes, we love Nicole Kidman's porcelein skin too, but there's nothing sexier than a bronzed glow in the dead of winter.
You'll always look as if you just got back from the tropics.

Winter Don't #2: Layer on the foundation A fresh face -- admittedly hard to get in winter if you live in the cold climes -- is key this winter. But to look fresh, you must take it easy with the foundation. No one needs to slather on foundation all over her face. Stick to your bad zones, typically around your eyes, your nose & on your cheeks. You don't need foundation on your forehead or even neck.

Another tip: Skip foundation altogether & use concealer around your eyes & nose.

Winter Do #3: Go smoky on the eyes, pale on the lips To get perfect smoky eyes, use brown shades if you're blonde, dark brown if you are brunette & deep purple or black if you have black hair (the best black is 'la femme hollywood'). Start with eyeliner, moving on to a dark eyeshadow, lightening as you go up the lid. A bit of shimmer on the inside corner of the eye & on the browbone gives you a super 'awake' look. Try Benefit High Brow ($18 at benefitcosmetics.com). Oh & don't be afraid to pile on the mascara. Applying multiple coats really does thicken.

Winter Don't #3: Avoid red lips Red lips & pale skin are a classic look that endures. Dior's rich, red shades are favorites of stylists. Just be sure to lay off the self-tanner if you're going for red lips.

Winter Do #4: Layer your favorite fragrances Sarah Jessica Parker created her own unique scent by layering 3 fragrances -- one super cheap, a man's musk & a fabulous rich scent. The result isn't her new 'Lovely' but she swears she's still trying to mimic her favorite scent. Parker's right on to a hot trend of the moment: layering two fragrances to create a new scent. How to do it? Take your favorite scent & layer a new one atop it. Try out several versions until you find your favorite mix.

Winter Don't #4: Ignore your feet Yes your feet are all covered up during the winter, but it's such a treat to keep them groomed. Either treat yourself to pedicures or do them yourself. Also, keep a buffing stick in the shower & slough off that nasty dead skin. A great one is Feet First Buffing Pad ($4 at purebeauty.com) used in combination with a sugar rub. Try Pure Fiji Sugar Rub ($32 at purefiji.com).

Winter Do #5: Moisturize after every shower Skin left unmoisturized will itch, and itching (especially done when you're not paying complete attention) can cause scabs, which in turn can scar. In the shower, make sure you exfoliate your body thoroughly with a loofah. I like wearing those loofah gloves. Then when you get out & dry off, slather on the moisturizer. My favorite? Kiel's.

Winter Don't #5: Pooh-pooh fake eyelashes Trust us, Jessica Simpson has gorgeous eyes because she slaps on the falsies. There are all sorts of false eyelashes to try these days. Don't want to be too obvious? Try the individual lashes.

Extra tip: Don't let the winter scalies take over your lips this winter. Nothing is nastier than dead skin on your lips. So why do we get chapped lips in the cold season? Your lips are susceptible to drying because they contain no oil glands. Plus, when the cold comes, frequent lip-licking doesn't help. This winter steer clear of matte lipsticks which tend to be drying while also showing off scaly lips. Instead, try lip gloss. A great gloss (like MAC's lipglass) will prove more moisturizing. Don't want to mess with a gloss? A great hydrating lip balm is Blistex Lip Infusion. it contains lanolin which keeps the moisture in.

Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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How to look younger...

2006-09-28T09:06:00.000-07:00

Here are a few beauty tricks that will make you look younger with just a sweep of a blush brush or mascara wand.

1. Keep your hair just below the chin. Side-swept bangs & hair just below your chin will take off years.

2. Lipstick shade can age you Another trick to looking younger is to steer clear of brown lipstick shades.

3. Don't overpluck Once you hit your 30s, you'll want to be careful not to overpluck your eyebrows since brows are less apt to grow back if you excessively pluck.

4. Get your teeth lightened Over time, teeth may yellow from coffee, tea or red wine stains.
You can whiten teeth quickly with over-the-counter products such as Crest Whitestrips.

5. Stand up straight. Think about all the sexy women you know. They stand up straigtht & confidently. Not only will this make you look 10 pounds thinner in seconds, it will make you look 5 years younger as well.

Bonus tip! Get a good night's sleep Few things age you overnight more than a poor night's sleep. Your eyes are puffy, your skin sallow & dull & your face sags.

Julyne Derrick

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Lorette
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