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- Easy Aloe Vera Skin Care Recipes - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from Carol BelangerAloe Vera is commonly used in skin care products because it offers so many benefits. It can soften, soothe, and hydrate and has the ability to penetrate deep into the layers of the skin to promote cell regeneration. Additionally it has both antiseptic and antibiotic properties which makes it ...
Views: 153(2 votes) - Correlation between Your Health and Your Hair - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from Carol BelangerDid you know there is a direct correlation between healthy hair and your health? Hair problems such as dry brittle hair, hair thinning, hair loss and even flaky scalp can be an indicator of a health condition or a lack of nutrients and essential vitamins in the body. Dry, Brittle, Dull and/or ...
Views: 121 - Eliminate Split Ends Forever - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Carol BelangerSplit ends of the hair shaft are a result of damage to the cuticle layer. The cuticle layer is the protective layer of the hair. It consists of overlapping cells much like shingles on a house and protects the cortex (the second layer of the hair) and the medulla (the marrow of the hair). ...
Views: 121 - Hair Porosity Explained - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Carol BelangerPorosity is the measure of the hair's ability to absorb moisture. This is determined by the condition of the hair's cuticle layer (the overlapping scales of the hair shaft), and is rated as low, normal, and high. A good analogy would be to consider your hair like a sponge. When the sponge is ...
Views: 260 - Adding Bounce and Volume for Fine Limp Hair - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Carol BelangerHair texture can be generally categorized into four major types: fine, medium, coarse and wiry or frizzy hair. Due to the fact that there are different types of hair texture it is important to maintain your hair with the products specially made for the texture of your hair. For instance, for ...
Views: 94 - How to Select the Right Hair Brush - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Carol BelangerAre you using the right hair brush for your hair care and styling needs? I would guess that the majority of us just grab a brush, run it though our hair and don't give it a second thought. However, the proper hair brush can make a big difference in our ability to style our hair, prevent ...
Views: 85 - The Connection between Beautiful Skin and Hydration - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Carol BelangerMost people fail to realize just how important hydration is in maintaining a healthy body and beautiful skin. Maintaining the proper amount of fluid in the body at both the extra-cellular (outside a cell) and intra-cellular (inside a cell) is essential for cell health. Proper hydration is ...
Views: 111 - Keep it Simple Skin Care - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Carol BelangerGood skin is more than just an application upon application of skin care products. Overuse of and a menagerie of skin care products can actually be detrimental to your skin and to your health especially when they are loaded with harmful or otherwise questionable ingredients. A great ...
Views: 109(1 vote) - Causes and Treatment of Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Carol BelangerAcne is the most common skin disorder in the United States. It affects those in there teenage years to early 20's. Acne usually affects teenage girls on their face, while boys are usually infected on their backs. While there is no cure for acne, there are numerous skin care products and gentle ...
Views: 264(1 vote) - Caring for Combination Skin - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Carol BelangerA combination skin type is a condition whereas part of the face is overly dry and other areas are oily. The oily condition usually occurs in the T zone, which encompasses the forehead, the nose and chin areas. These areas are prone to breakouts (blackhead, whiteheads, pimples) more often because ...
Views: 291 - Banish Dark Circles under Eyes - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Carol BelangerAt some point in our lives we all experience dark circles and puffiness around the eye area. Dark circles and puffiness adds unwanted age to our appearance. There are many factors that contribute to dark circles under the eyes. Below are the most common causes. Genetics - If your parents have ...
Views: 415(1 vote) - DIY Homemade Soap for Silky Smooth Skin - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Carol BelangerYears ago many people made their own soap to save money, thus it was made using lard (usually not recommended for soap making) and uncertain strengths of lye. Homemade soap from years past often resulted in a harsh, smelly soap and more often than not irritated the skin. Compared to soaps of ...
Views: 654 - Antioxidants - Nature's Gift! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Carol BelangerWe hear about antioxidants everyday and the benefits they provide to your overall health. Additionally, antioxidants get quite a bit of exposure in skin care products. So what are antioxidants and what exactly do they do? Antioxidants are commonly found in Vitamins A, C, E, and beta carotene. ...
Views: 259(3 votes) - Get Fuller, Sensual Lips With DIY Lip Plumper Recipe - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Carol BelangerJust like the skin on our face, believe it or not our lips age too. They lose collagen and the subcutaneous fat within the lips. Lips are also prone to damage from free radicals. The lips begin to thin and the Cupid's bow (the v-shape on the top lip) begins to flatten out. To prevent and/or ...
Views: 609 - Body Wraps the Ulitmate Spa Experience - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Carol BelangerIf you have never had a body wrap you don't know what you are missing. They provide relaxation, rejuvenation and skin conditioning. There are wraps for moisturizing the skin, detox wraps and cellulite removal wraps. A body wrap is just that, your body is wrapped in towels/ bandages which are ...
Views: 429(4 votes) - Everyday Beauty Tips for Real Women - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Carol BelangerWhen it comes to perfecting my makeup I know I can use all the beauty tips and techniques I can get. Below are a few tips that can get you on your way to a beautiful you and hope you will find them useful! Blush: The correct color for your skin tone and properly applying blush as part of your ...
Views: 220(2 votes) - Easy Facial Skin Care Recipes - Time for some TLC - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Carol BelangerWhen is the last time you took time for you and gave yourself a little pampering? A spa visit would be great but my budget doesn't allow it at this time. So the next best thing is a homemade facial mask. A mask is an easy way to pamper yourself without spending a lot of money and your skin will ...
Views: 416(2 votes) - Resolution 2010 - fight pre-mature aging with these simple steps - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Carol BelangerDid you know that your skin can tell a lot about how well you take care of yourself? Your skin can show how well hydrated you are, whether or not you are eating healthy and getting the nutrition and vitamins needed, and how much time you spend in the sun. Additionally a dull complexion can ...
Views: 235(2 votes) - Fun and Simple Skin Care Recipes to Combat Dull Dry Winter Skin - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Carol BelangerWinter weather can play havoc on the skin, especially your face. Dryness seems to be the culprit during the winter months because of the low humidity in the air and lower humidity in your home. Additionally the sebaceous glands produce less oil in cold weather adding insult to injury. We are ...
Views: 193(1 vote) - Tips for Choosing the Right Moisturizer - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Carol BelangerEveryday our face is bombarded with free radicals (pollution), exposed to UVA and UVB rays, and extreme weather conditions. Applying moisturizer before you start your day not only moisturizes as the name implies but it also protects your skin. We all know that we need to moisturize and ...
Views: 216 - Are Natural Skin Care Products Really Natural? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerTo answer this question one has to understand what the term "natural" implies. Natural implies that the skin care product contains ingredients extracted from plants, earth, sea or animals. Examples would be essential oils extracted from botanicals, minerals such as mica, and zinc oxide which are ...
Views: 207(2 votes) - Winter Skin Care 101 - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2009 from Carol BelangerWinter is just around the corner and the cold weather can play havoc on the skin. Every season we should evaluate our skin care routine. For instance, during the winter months the sebaceous (oil) glands produce less oil; thus for those with oily skin during the summer months they may find some ...
Views: 198(3 votes) - Is Your Hand Sanitizer Working? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Carol BelangerWith the onset of the H1N1 pandemic and the normal flu season at bay, it is no wonder that hand sanitizer sales are on the rise. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill harmful bacterial, such as streptococcus, salmonella, staphylococcus, E. coli and shigella. Hand sanitizers physically destroy the ...
Views: 418(3 votes) - Oatmeal - A Luxurious Skin Care Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Carol BelangerOatmeal in skin care products has been around as long as I can remember and I will say that I am now over 50 years old. As a teenager I recall using facial masks and bath and body products that contained oatmeal. I loved oatmeal skin care products then, and to this day I still use oatmeal in my ...
Views: 325(1 vote) - Are You Buying the Right Antiaging Products? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Carol BelangerThere are so many anti-aging products on the market today that is can be quite overwhelming trying to determine the right product for your specific skin care needs. Additionally, trail and error in selecting your anti-aging product can get expensive and frustrating. Before your step out on ...
Views: 177 - Eliminate Pillow Case Lines in your Face! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Carol BelangerAfter a good night sleep and feeling good and refreshed, the last thing you want is to wake up and find a big crease across your face. The line(s) across your face are quite upsetting, especially if you have to head out the door to work, run errands or whatever you do to start your ...
Views: 584(2 votes) - Great Looking Skin in your 40's Takes a Good Skin Care Program in Your 20's - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Carol BelangerIt is inevitable that we all age; skin will lose elasticity and slowly the signs of aging will become apparent with brown spots, and fine lines and wrinkles. However, it is important to note that how you treat your skin in your twenties will forever be apparent later in life. Beginning a ...
Views: 264(1 vote) - Understanding Alpha and Beta Hydroxyl Acids in Skin Care - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Carol BelangerAlpha and Beta hydroxyl acids also known as AHAs and BHAs respectively, are very popular in anti-aging skin care products. These products actually do what they claim to do, which is to reduce the appearance of winkles, even out skin tone, and smooth out your complexion. Alpha and beta ...
Views: 246(1 vote) - Honey - So Benefical in Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Carol BelangerWhat’s not to like about honey! It’s great on toast, in tea, and offers so many benefits when used in skin care products. Honey is not anything new; it has been around for thousands of years! Honey has been and still is used in food products and in medicine. Honey is now emerging into the ...
Views: 204 - Understanding Alpha and Beta Hydroxyl Acids in Skin Care - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Carol BelangerAlpha and Beta hydroxyl acids also known as AHAs and BHAs respectively, are very popular in anti-aging skin care products. These products actually do what they claim to do, which is to reduce the appearance of winkles, even out skin tone, and smooth out your complexion. Alpha and beta ...
Views: 263(2 votes) - Are you bothered with sensitive skin? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from Carol BelangerSkin sensitivity to environmental factors, personal care products and cleaning products is quite common in women and men. Additionally, babies and children can develop skin sensitivity to certain products or rather the ingredient(s) therein. Sensitive skin can also occur out of nowhere, by ...
Views: 265(1 vote) - Remedies for Dry Skin - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Carol BelangerThe lack of moisture in the skin causes cracking of the upper layer of the skin, thus fine lines and wrinkles appear. There are various reasons for developing a dry skin condition. Some of the causes are, but not limited to, living in a dry climate, hormonal changes, excessive exfoliation and/or ...
Views: 276(1 vote) - Considering Mineral Makeup? What You Need to Know - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Carol BelangerMineral makeup seems to be the latest craze in the cosmetic industry. But what exactly is mineral makeup and what makes it so much better. I have read various articles on the pros and cons of mineral makeup; additionally I have found that there are those people that love it for its smooth ...
Views: 352(1 vote) - Home Remedy to Eliminate Brown Spots and Age Spots - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Carol BelangerAge spots, also known as browns spots are caused from excessive exposure to the sun. These dark spots are usually found on the face, neck, and hands as these are the areas that receive the most sun exposure. Although brown spots are not necessarily caused from ageing, they are caused by ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Eliminate Toxins from Your Home - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerThe cleaning supply business is a multi-billion dollar business. Society is convinced that they must use these toxic and environmentally destructive products for their home to be considered clean. However, are you aware of just how harmful common cleaning supplies are to your health, the health ...
Views: 243 - Combating Oily Skin the Inexpensive Way - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerDo you suffer from over productive sebaceous glands, also known as oily skin? Although oily skin will show less signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles versus dry skin, the downside to oily skin is a shiny appearance, large pores, pimples, blackheads or both. Genetics and hormones play a ...
Views: 279 - Skin Care Routine - Serum or Moisturizer First? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerA good skin care program consists of cleansing, exfoliation, toning and moisturizing. However, what about all the other skin care products you use, such as: serums, sunscreen, primer, or even prescription products. Where do these fit in with your skin care routine? Below is a summary of the ...
Views: 905 - Mixing and Matching Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerAs you know, there are literally hundreds of skin care products on the market. Selecting the right skin care product for your skin type can be overwhelming and frustrating given the wide assortment to choose from, especially true if you suffer with problem skin such as eczema, psoriasis, adult ...
Views: 307 - Tips to Determine Your Skin Tone - Warm, Neutral or Cool? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerKnowing how to determine your skin tone and applying that knowledge to your cosmetic and clothing selection can bring out the best in your appearance. We all know when a certain color looks great on us while other colors seem to leave us looking ashen and worn out. Skin tones fall into three ...
Views: 10040(1 vote) - Organic or Natural Skin Care Products - What's the Difference? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerToday more and more people are becoming aware of the benefits nature has to offer and are seeking environmentally friendly products in their homes and in their skin care regimen. Therefore, it is no surprise that skin care manufacturers are catering to this wave of eco-friendly consumers and ...
Views: 304 - Spring Clean Your Complexion with These Skin Care Tips - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Carol BelangerSpring is in the air, and as we put away the bulky sweaters and boots, it is also time to evaluate our skin care products. For instance the moisturizer we have used all winter long may be too heavy for the spring and summer months. Furthermore, your winter moisturizer may not contain enough SPF ...
Views: 253 - How to Properly Apply Blush - Contouring Your Face - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Carol BelangerProperly applying blush as part of your makeup routine can add so much to enhance and accentuate your facial features. For instance, if you have a round face, blush can elongate your face. If you have sunken check bones or cheek bones that are not really prominent, blush can define your check ...
Views: 1351 - Organic or Natural Skin Care Products - what's the difference? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Carol BelangerToday more and more people are becoming aware of the benefits nature has to offer and are seeking environmentally friendly products in their homes and in their skin care regimen. Therefore, it is no surprise that skin care manufacturers are catering to this wave of eco-friendly consumers and ...
Views: 192 - Spring Clean Your Complexion with These Skin Care Tips - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Carol BelangerSpring is in the air, and as we put away the bulky sweaters and boots, it is also time to evaluate our skin care products. For instance the moisturizer we have used all winter long may be too heavy for the spring and summer months. Furthermore, your winter moisturizer may not contain enough SPF ...
Views: 199 - How to Properly Apply Blush - Contouring Your Face - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Carol BelangerProperly applying blush as part of your makeup routine can add so much to enhance and accentuate your facial features. For instance, if you have a round face, blush can elongate your face. If you have sunken check bones or cheek bones that are not really prominent, blush can define your check ...
Views: 217 - Simple Formula to Get Rid of Blackheads - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Carol BelangerBlackheads develop in almost all skin types but most commonly appear in those with oily skin types and normal to oily skin types. They usually appear in the T-zone of the face (forehead, nose and chin). A blackhead is a combination of dirt, debris, dead skin cells, and oil which embeds in the ...
Views: 248 - Simple Formula to Get Rid of Blackheads - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Carol BelangerBlackheads develop in almost all skin types but most commonly appear in those with oily skin types and normal to oily skin types. They usually appear in the T-zone of the face (forehead, nose and chin). A blackhead is a combination of dirt, debris, dead skin cells, and oil which embeds in the ...
Views: 219 - Green Tea for Beautiful Skin - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Carol BelangerGreen tea offers so many benefits to the skin and to the body. It contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and anti-bacterial properties. It is not a mystery green tea is so popular in the cosmetic industry. Loaded with Vitamin E and C, the antioxidant agents slow the signs ...
Views: 678 - Nature's Gift - Aloe Vera - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Carol BelangerThere are approximately 400 species of Aloe. They vary in color from grey to bright green and are sometimes striped or mottled. In addition, the leaves are often long and pointed and have spinney sides. Aloe flowers are tubular in appearance, and vary in color from yellow, orange or red. The ...
Views: 246 - Facial Cleansing for Specific Skin Types - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Carol BelangerCleansing is a vital step in your skin care regime. Proper cleansing with products specific for your skin type will improve your overall appearance. Daily cleansing is important to remove dirt and bacteria, sweat, air pollution, excess oils and in addition cleansing exfoliates the skin surface ...
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