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Beauty Guru: Caring for the Combination Skin TypeA 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 -
Beauty Guru: Resolution to Take Better Care of My SkinI do not know why resolutions are so hard to keep. Maybe it is because mine are usually unreasonable. This is year is different, I have made these resolutions that are actually doable.
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Beauty Guru: My beauty holiday wish listI love getting bath, beauty and skin care products. My holiday wish list are things I wouldnt normally buy myself but would love to have. What is on your beauty holiday wish list?
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Beauty Guru: DIY French manicureFabulous fingernail designs aka nail art has exploded. The colors and designs can be as simple as a single stripe to intricate and elaborate. -
How to Do an at Home Chemical PeelGlycolic acid is derived from sugar cane and is the most beneficial of the Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHA). A glycolic acid peel will even out skin tone, reduce the appearance of acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles and promote a brighter complexion.
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Beauty Guru: Fall makeup and fashion trends2012 fall fashion and beauty trends brings us a wide variety of colors, such as leather in maroons and reds, mulberry lipstick and the eye shadow colors in peacock hues.
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Beauty Guru: My summer beauty tipsSummer is the time of year to adjust your makeup to a more natural and sun kissed complexion. Here are my summer beauty tips that work for me.
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Requirements for a Beautiful ComplexionThe key to a beautiful complexion is a good skin care routine. It does not have to be complex or expensive. Start with these basic requirements to get a glowing complexion.
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Beauty Guru: Summer beauty mistakes and mishapsSummer beauty mistakes and mishaps; it happens to the best of us. No matter how well you start the day perfectly manicured and looking your best the events and environment can take that flawless finish you left the house with and send it into disarray.Also published on:
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Beauty Guru: My must-have beauty productsDo you have a favorite beauty product, one you just could not live without? I would guess we all have one, whether it is body butter with your favorite scent or the perfect eye shadow color.Also published on: -
LUBRIDERM Daily Moisture Shea with Calming Lavender Jasmine Lotion ReviewMy first impression when I applied the Lubriderm Daily Moisture lotion was the scent. The scent was quite strong upon application but it wasn’t bothersome as I really like the smell of lavender and jasmine. I was impressed by how long the scent lingered
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Guidelines for Selecting the Right MoisturizerMoisturizing is the key to soft supple skin and using the right products for your skin type is essential. Too often skin care products are purchased based on hype without the consumer taking into account their skin type.
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The Overlooked Mineral We All NeedWe often hear about the importance of vitamins such as Vitamin D, A, and B complexes' in our diet and the importance of minerals such as iron and calcium. However, there is one mineral that is often overlooked that is essential to good health.
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The Perfect No Fail Pie CrustThis recipe is guaranteed to give you the perfect pie crust! It is absolutely no fail and produces a nice flaky crust.
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How to Hydrate Dry Brittle Hair NaturallyYou can combat dry brittle hair with simple and natural remedies.
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Not Just a Brush – A Wondrous Hair Tool!The Braun Satin Hair brush with ion technology is wonderful! The brush does not pull at my hair like my inexpensive brushes do and the ion technology leaves my hair smooth.
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User post: The Best of the Best Beauty ProductsOn the September 21st Today Show, Ms. Linda Wells, editor and chief of Allure magazine revealed the best of the best beauty products for 2011. Below are the products they featured on the Today show. So what do you think of these products? Have you tried any of them and if so do you think they are th -
Easy DIY Bath BombsBath bombs also known as bath fizzies are fun and inexpensive to make. They can be customized to your favorite fragrance and customized for your skin type. Bath bombs also make a great gift for any occasion. Get the recipe and watch the video!
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How to Say Goodbye to Split EndsIs your hair troubled with split ends even after you get regular trims? There are remedies and preventive measures to eliminate split ends once and for all. Try a few homemade hair masks to nourish the hair. -
Test Your Skin Care Knowledge - Interactive PuzzleTest your skin care knowledge! You can print this out or go to Complete Skin Care Therapy and do the crossword puzzle online!
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Skin Care for the Combination Skin TypeCombination skin can be frustrating. The dry areas need moisture and the oily areas need blotting. Taking care of this type of skin type can be challenging as you are literally dealing with two different skin types.
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Hair Care Tips for All Hair TypesAchieving beautiful hair can be easy with these simple and effective tips.
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Do You Use Hair Serums? An easy fix for dry, frizzy hairHair serums are a styling aid that treats frizz, manages curl and adds shine. The main causes of frizz are due to rough and open cuticles of the hair shaft. The open, rough cuticles of the hair lets moisture into the hair shaft causing it to swell and create frizz. When a hair serum is applied, it c
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Beauty Guru Post: 11 Hair Care TipsDry hair - avoid over washing your hair and consider a shampoo containing humectants or that offer a low ph balance. Shampoos that have a high ph or ph balancing shampoos often lift the cuticle of the hair thus allowing moisture to evaporate from the hair.
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Venus ProSkin Moisture Rich Razor ReviewOur Shine beauty guru project for June was to try out the new Venue ProSkin Moisture Rich Razor. This razor has moisture bars located on the top and bottom of the razor thus a shaving cream is not necessary. These moisture bars contain a blend of body butters and is dermatologist tested so even the
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Sunscreens – the confusion continuesSunscreens have been in existence for quite a long time and unfortunately we still do not know the effectiveness of these ubiquitous creams and sprays. For instance there is no consensus on whether or not sunscreens actually prevent skin cancer. The Food and Drug Administration's 2007 draft on sunsc
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Beauty Guru Post: Should I Cut My Hair First or Dye it First?Well I am overdue for a haircut/trim and a hair dye. This led me to the question should I dye my hair first and then a hair cut or vice a versa?
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Beauty Guru Post: Healthy You Means Healthy HairDid 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 flaky scalp can be an indicator of a health condition or lack of nutrients in the body
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Beauty Guru Post: How To Eliminate Split EndsSplit 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). Depending o
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What is Your Hair Porosity?Porosity is a term used in hair care to describe the hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. A good analogy would be to consider your hair like a sponge. When the sponge is new it is very porous and absorbs water thus it has good porosity. On the other hand an old sponge where the tiny holes h
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Effective Immediately – Recall on P&G Clairol Natural Instincts Hair ColorJust released on April 11, 2011 and April 18, 2011, Proctor and Gamble have recalled its Clairol Natural Instincts products. This was a voluntary recall by Proctor and Gamble stating that the products may produce an unwanted color effect. This recall covers the United States , Canada and Puerto Rico
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Beauty Guru Post: How to Add Volume and Bounce to Fine, Limp HairHair texture can be categorized into these general types: fine and thin, dry, coarse and wiry, greasy or frizzy. 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 fine
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Beauty Guru Post: How to Select the Right Hair Brush for Best ResultsAre 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 unnecessary -
Review - Body Butter Strawberry Smoother by SoftsoapThe Body Butter Strawberry Smoother by Softsoap sounded luxurious and luscious and I couldn't wait to try it. After a long winter here in the north woods, my dry skin really needed something new and exciting and a product that would gently exfoliate to bring a new glow to my skin.The first thing I n
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Beauty Guru: The Link between Hydration and Beautiful SkinMost 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.
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Exquisite and Lengthy Lashes is Just a Stroke AwayI just loved the Estee Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara! The color I received was extreme black, and it was true to its color. Furthermore, I must say the application was flawless and in just a couple of coats it really brought out volume and length to my eyelashes.
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Beauty guru: 5 Common Mistakes When Selecting Skin Care ProductsIs your dresser filled with a menagerie of skin care products that you do not like or they just didn't do as the product claimed. Finding the right products for a good skin care regimen can be quite overwhelming given the enormous selection available. Well you are not alone as many people face this
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Beauty Guru: How to Keep a Simple and Effective Skin Care RoutineGood 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.
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User post: Oh no! I ruined my skin!Have your ever heard of Toasted Skin Syndrome? It is a skin condition called Erythema ab igne. The term comes from the Latin meaning "redness from fire". It is also known as "chronic heat dermatitis" and laptop induced dermatitis. This condition is brought about from exposure to heat. This syndrome
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User post: Shielding Lotions – for real or just another skin care product?In the last few years a new skin care product called shielding lotions has emerged. This new type of product is a lotion specially formulated to protect the skin's outer layers from irritants, whether it is in skin care products or environmental factors. They are also formulated to restore moisture
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User post: Chronological Aging or Accelerated AgingOur skin ages in two ways: the accumulated physical changes normally associated with the passage of time (chronological aging) and through the accumulated damage cause by exposure to environmental pollutants and UV radiation (accelerated aging).
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Colgate 360 SonicPower Powered Toothbrush ReviewI just loved this toothbrush!! I feel like my teeth have never felt or looked so clean in between dental visits! I found it easy to hold and it easily reaches the back molars and sides.
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User post: Let's Talk About Makeup Brushes - types and usesMakeup brushes come in a range of sizes, fullness, and brush angles. Additionally each makeup brush has a specific purpose. Just like an artist or carpenter, having the right tools is essential to correctly achieve the effect you want. Are you using the right brush for your makeup application? Do yo
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User post: 10 Beauty Tips Everyone Can UseThere are numerous beauty tips shared among the Shine community and I really enjoy the posts and the writer sharing what works for them and what doesn't. The beauty tips range from using common ingredients in the home such as baking soda, olive oil, etc., to beauty tips on the right application of m
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User post: Properties of Essential Oils in Skin Care ProductsMany skin care products use essential oils in their ingredients. For instance I saw a Paul Mitchell Tea Tree line of shampoo and conditioner recently advertised on Shine. It made me wonder if people really knew the significance of what tea tree oil has to offer and other essential oils in skin care
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User post: I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas - eco-friendly gift ideas!With Christmas just around the corner, I am sure you have starting considering gift ideas. However, have you thought about eco-friendly gifts? Giving the gift of "green" sends the message that you are an environmentally aware consumer and that you care about our planet. While there are probably many
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User post: Easy Steps to Brighten a Dull ComplexionDid you ever notice that some people just have a glowing complexion? It is not their makeup that gives them that glow it is the canvas on which they started. A great complexion that has a natural glow starts with proper skin care and a healthy diet.
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User post: Simple Remedies to Eliminate Dry Skin PatchesPatches of dry, flaky and itchy skin are common during the fall and winter months. While they can appear on almost any part of the body there are typically common on the legs, face, and hands. While there are many skin conditions that cause dry patches such as eczema, psoriasis, and fungal infection
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Causes and Treatment of AcneAcne 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 herba
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Caring for Combination SkinA 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 of
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Fall 2010 Fashion Trends in Leg WearTights, hose, over the knee socks or scruched up socks can really spruce up the outfit. There is such an array of colors, and styles. -
User post: Makeup 101Makeup has so much to offer; it can cover imperfections, elongate the face, and enhance the natural beauty of your eyes. For those that wear makeup already and need a refresher course or for those that are just beginning to wear makeup, proper application is essential to fully utilize what it has to
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Countdown to Halloween – Time to Get Your CostumeHalloween is enjoyed by young and old across the country. I have heard it said that Halloween is the most celebrated event enjoyed by adults. The houses are decorated with skeletons, ghouls and pumpkins, and in my hometown there are numerous costume parties and costume competitions. -
User post: Must Have Skin Care ToolsIn order to attain soft supple skin, and a beautiful complexion constant care and attention is required no matter what your age or skin type. However, when shopping for basic skin care products it can get quite overwhelming with the plethora of skin care products on the market. Below is what I consi
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Herbal Facial - for a gorgeous complexionThe skin produces natural oil which hydrates and protects the skin; unfortunately this oil attracts environmental pollutants, dirt, dead skin etc. Facial steam cleansers will clean and nourish the skin. So why not pamper yourself with a complete facial rejuvenation treatment! A lavish way to treat y
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How to Minimize PoresLarge pores are usually associated with an oily or combination skin type. Additionally as we age facial pores become larger because the skin loses elasticity and collagen thus causing the pores to stretch. Furthermore, did you know that large pores, believe it or not, can also be genetic? For the mo
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User post: My Take on the Fall 2010 Makeup TrendsThe fall 2010 makeup trends are so diverse that there is a style that can suit everyone's taste. The bold colors of crimson red lipstick on full lips, strong eyebrows, eye shadows in plums, forest green, grays with a hint of shimmer, and the always fashionable smoky eyes was seen on the runway this
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The Right Mineral Makeup for Your Skin TypeThe advantages of mineral makeup are its anti-inflammatory properties, which is useful for those suffering with problem skin such as acne or rosacea. Additionally, mineral makeup will not clog pores as it is non-comedongenic, and is also great for those that suffer from skin sensitivity. True minera
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Super-Moisturize Your Hair This FallEmu Shampoo & Conditioner - Super-moisturize dry, fly-away hair while adding volume, bounce and manageability!Best shampoo and conditioner for dry, brittle hair. Helps slow thinning and hair loss and promotes faster growing hair! Save with this top-selling Emu Shampoo & Conditioner Combo!Currently o
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Wrap Your Body Thin!If you 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. Body wraps are also known to take off inches, tone and tighten the skin.
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Tips and Techniques to get the Perfect ManicureWe have seen several posts recently abut the fall 2010 nail polish color trends. However, we have not seen how to properly color your nails to get that professional, just walked out of the spa, look.
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User post: Beautiful Legs - treatment and prevention of spider veinsMany women are bothered with telangiectasia. You know those small clusters of veins showing through the skin, commonly known as spider veins. They are dilated and broken capillaries that lie just beneath skin, and usually appear on the backs of knees, cheeks, nose, thighs, calves and ankles. While t
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User post: Perfect eyebrowsIn an earlier post here on Shine, I talked about eye shadow techniques for different eye shapes, i.e. close-set eyes, wide-set eyes, hooded eyes, etc. Another very important factor to enhance your overall look is properly shaping your eyebrows. I am sure you have all seen women with unnatural lookin
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User post: Eye Shadow Techniques for all Eye ShapesIdentifying the shape of your eyes will allow you to apply specific makeup techniques to bring out their full beauty. There are several shapes of eyes and below I have outlined a few common shapes and the makeup applications to enhance their natural beauty.
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They're here - Fall 2010 Eye shadow PalettesThe weather has cooled down here in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and that started me thinking about what the fall color trend would be. So I set out on my search engines and low and behold it is one of my favorite colors. From what I gathered, it is purple and all of its spectrums along with smo
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Please Support The Safe Cosmetics ActOn July 21, 2010, Representatives Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Ed Markey, D-Mass., and Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisc., introduced the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010 (H.R.5786), which gives the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authority to ensure that personal care products are free of harmful ingredients.
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Philosophy - $300 Beauty Product SweepstakesHi. For those of you that love skin care and bath and body products, Philosophy has a sweepstakes going until 7/31/10 to win $300 worth of spa products. Visit Philosopy to enter your chance to win!
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Shine Beauty Guru: Can't Live Without Summer ProductAs a woman with dry, thick, coarse and wavy hair, the summer heat and humidity can play havoc on it. Furthermore, styling my hair is a challenge, it likes to argue with me most the time and wave where it wants to wave. Therefore I use a variety of products to combat frizz and to aid in the styling p
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Give the Gift of Clean and Green with Exquisite Homemade SoapYears 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 yestery
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The Coffee Cure for CelluliteCellulite is a condition whereas the skin dimples leaving an orange peel appearance of the skin. It is commonly found on the thigh, belly and buttocks and is visibly more common in women than men because of the way women store fat. Furthermore, while weight may play a factor it is not always the cas
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User post: When are you too old for stilettos? or too young for that matter?I just read the post about the health effects of high heels. From what I can tell from the comments we are not ready to give up our high heels. The post and especially the picture of the cute stilettos prompted me to ask the question "at what age are stilettos inappropriate". I love the shoes that w
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User post: Get Fuller, Sensual Lips with a DIY Lip PlumperJust 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 reduce a
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Antioxidants - Nature's Gift!We 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?
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User post: Nylons – to wear or not to wear to a job interview?Well the summer heat is on, and we all know how hot nylons can be. So the question is - if you are wearing a dress or dress suit to an interview should you wear nylons?
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The Secret is Out – clinical strength and waterproof deodorant!I have always used Secret deodorants and have always been pleased with the level of protection they provide. Secret's newest product Clinical Strength claims to be waterproof and will provide protection against wetness and odor all day. The instructions for application are to apply at night and in t
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User post: Finding Your Perfect Red LipstickDid you know lipsticks and most other makeup for that matter are categorized into warm, cool or neutral colors? Additionally, your skin tone can be categorized into these three basic tones. Therefore, those people with a warm skin tone generally look best in reds that have a yellow undertone, and th
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User post: Safe, Natural, DIY Sunscreen RecipesSummer is here and so is the need for sunscreen. Unfortunately with all the negative information about the dangerous chemicals in sunscreens and their impact on your health and the environment it makes you wonder if sunscreen is doing more harm and than good.After visiting the Environmental Working
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A Beautiful Complexion Starts with a FacialA facial is a cosmetic treatment of the face, which involves a variety of skin care treatments. They are:
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Covergirl’s Smoky ShadowBlast – A Pleasant Understated Effect for Smoky EyesI loved the idea of achieving classic smoky eyes in just two simple steps and all packaged in one convenient product. Covergirl's shadowblast did just that except in a more understated way than I expected! It is a duo cream product that comes in a tube. One color of the tube is the highlight color a
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Does Your Make-Up Cause Cancer - Myth or Fact?Nowadays in some form or fashion there is always an article or news release about another product causing cancer or linked to some harmful health issue. While I am not the type of person to take everything I read as gospel, I do consider the source and do my own research on the product at hand.
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Home Recipe to Fight off Mosquitoes - easy, natural and eco-friendly!Summer is here and along with summer comes those pesky, irritating, mosquitoes. While there are many effective insect repellents on the market, there are also home remedies that are just as effective and eco-friendly. Furthermore, home remedies made with essential oils have by far a more pleasant sc
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History of Earth Day - Celebrate Earth Day April 22In the late 1960's air pollution clouded our cities with toxic fumes spewed out by cars and factories. Air pollution in New York, Los Angeles and other major cities were linked to disease and death, thus leaving city life barely breathable. Another concern was the large-scale use of pesticides, whic
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Eliminating Under-eye Circles - How to Select the Right ConcealerAt some time in a woman's life we are plagued with dark under eye circles. The root cause of these circles can be attributed to a variety of reasons such as stress, lack of sleep, allergies, genetics, medications or thinning skin under the eye to name a few. However, whatever the reason, they are un
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User post: Longer, Fuller Eyelashes NaturallyJust like our skin, eyelashes need attention too. We wash and protect our skin with various skin care products and take the time to pamper our skin with a nightly skin care routine, however, have you ever thought about how much attention you give your eyelashes? Eyelashes are all too often neglected
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Younger Looking Hands!How old are your hands? Age spots, wrinkles,and rough skin are sure signs your hands could use a little tender loving care.
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Pretty Toenails for Pretty Sandals - Remedy to Combat Yellowing ToenailsWith summer fast approaching, hopefully, it is time to get out the pretty sandals and show off well manicured toes. Unfortunately there are those that suffer from a disease called Onychomycosis. This disease is commonly known as toenail fungus, and it causes nail discoloration, yellowing, lack of ri
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Really Cool - Colour and Effects Nail Polish from CNDWhen people think of fashion they usually think of clothing. However fashion is more than the clothes you wear, it includes the color of your eye shadow right down to the color of your fingernails. Pretty, well manicured, and freshly painted nails can add so much to your overall look.As a Shine beau
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User post: 9 Habits of highly effective skin care and 3 habits to break!Our skin is the largest organ of our body and is a complex, highly dynamic system that plays a very crucial role to our general well-being. Addtionally, our skin is also a reflection of our overall health. Skin is our body's protective layer and it needs care and attention.
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Brown spots, age spots, no matter what you call them - are they normal?Age spots, liver spots, sun spots; no matter what you call them they can be unsightly and bothersome. Listed below are the most common types of skin spots along with possible treatments to remove or diminish their appearance.
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Are people rude when commenting on Shine posts? What do you think?I thoroughly enjoy reading all the articles on Shine. The posts have so much to offer and give real insights into skin care, beauty tips, etc. I also enjoy reading all the comments that people offer.
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Troubled with these common skin problemsFine Lines and Wrinkles The major factors responsible for lines and wrinkles from aging are loss of collagen, elasticity and the fat within the deep layers of the skin decreases. Pre-mature aging can be attributed to over exposure to the sun. UV light breaks down your skin's connective tissue, i.e
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User post: The big list of beauty tips!When 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!
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My beauty product obsessions!I have an obsession with hair care products. I have tried all manufacturers from drug store brands to salon quality. When you have a full head of naturally wavy, and thick hair taming the frizz can be challenging. While at the beauty salon my stylist told me to try Garnier Fructis a leave in conditi -
User post: Do you know the shelf life of your skin care products or cosmetics? OR does it really matter?I was surfing the net and came across an article about expiration dates on cosmetics such as mascara, eye shadow, etc., and skin care products. The article automatically prompted me to look at my skin care products and cosmetics. My eye shadow I could not see an expiration date or on my blush or mas
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Wow 15% off Skin Care ProductsFound this great skin care site. You can get 15% off name brand products on skin care, hair care, Spa and body care, anti-aging, and more!Their corporate mission is: a commitment to provide the highest quality, natural-based skin care products available. Exhaustive research and the use of eco-friend
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Pamper yourself - easy DIY facial masks for all skin typesWhen 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 love
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Get sexy, high-shine and beautiful lips with Covergirl's new Shineblast Lip GlossIt is such a privilege to be a Shine Beauty Guru and my girlfriends enjoy it too. When I received my three tubes of lip gloss I immediately shared two colors with my girlfriends' and kept one for myself.
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User post: It's not too late - Resolution 2010 - fight pre-mature aging with these simple stepsDid 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 indicate
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Wow - 22,000 posts on Shine about under eye circles and eye puffiness - what have we learned? What's really working?There are over 22,000 posts on Shine about under eye circles and under eye puffiness. I have even written a couple of posts titled: "Banish under Eye Circles" and "A Different Approach to Dark Circles under Eyes".
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User post: Eliminate dry and dull skin with these facial skin care recipesWinter 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 also te
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Tried and true tips for selecting your next moisturizer - hydrating the key to beautiful skinEveryday 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.
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What does the term "natural" in skin care products mean to you?To me "natural" means that the skin care product's main ingredient(s) are extracted from plants, earth, and sea Examples would be essential oils extracted from botanicals, minerals such as mica, and zinc oxide, extracted from the earth and h are found in mineral makeup, or marine ingredients such as
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Product Review - Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream - The ultimate in moisturizers!Love it, love it! Kiehl's Ultra facial cream was just the hydration my face needed!
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Suffering from dry, itchy, flaky skin, also known as the winter skin care blues?If you are like me, the winter season dries out my skin horribly. It's not just my face that seems to dry out, my legs become dry and flaky and get really itchy. This unusually dry skin is a result of oil glands producing less oil due to the colder temperatures. Another factor is low humidity in the
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Redken's Full Body Collection - the answer to fine, thin and limp hairRedken's latest line of hair care products is the Full Body Collection. This collection is designed to add life and volume for fine and flat hair without leaving behind stiff, stickiness or crunchiness that other products leave behind.
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Refresher course - winter skin care tipsWinter 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 relie
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Don’t let Seasonal Affective Disorder get you down – there are home remedies!It is that time of year again when the days are getting shorter and winter blues have a tendency to set in. These winter blues is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and the primary cause of this of this disorder is lack of light. That is why Seasonal Affective Disorder is more prevalent in
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User post: Easy DIY Holiday GiftsWhile the White House and Wall Street state the recession is almost over, here on Main Street that does not seem to be the case. Seems like everyday I hear about more layoffs and people struggling to get by. So what can you do in this tough economy when discretionary $$ are scarce and the holiday's
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Go Green this Christmas - gift ideasI was searching the web today looking for Christmas gift ideas and I want the gifts I give this year to promote green living, conservation and be eco-friendly. While I am pretty much a conservationist my friends and family could use a little help on what that means and what we can do to protect our
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Avocado - not just for guacamole – a splendid skin care treatmentAvocado and avocado oil offers so many benefits when used in your skin products. Did you know that avocado contains vitamins A, B1, B2 and D, lecithin, potassium as well as vitamin E. In addition to the vitamins it contains proteins and more than 20% essential fatty acids (amino acids). It is a soug
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Oatmeal facial mask video – a luxurious skin care treatmentOatmeal 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 skin
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Is your hand sanitizer really working?With 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 germs
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EMU oil - remarkable anti-aging properties!Emu oil is made from the fat of a large bird called the Emu. These birds are native to Australia and history has it that this oil was used by the Aborigines for treatment of wounds, burns, scars, and muscle and joint paint. Emu oil is comprised of approximately 70% unsaturated fatty acids including
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The many uses of essential oilsHistory The oldest use of essential oils goes back as far as 6000 years when Egyptian physician, Imhotep, the then God of Medicine and Healing recommended fragrant oils for bathing and massaging. In 4,500 B.C. Egyptians used myrrh and cedar wood oils for a embalming their dead and 6,500 years late
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Fashionable fingernail polish - this year's fall colors are....Fashion isn't just the clothing you put on; it includes the color of your eye shadow right down to the color of your fingernails. Pretty well manicured fingernails can add so much to your overall look.
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Skin care toners – Do you use a facial skin toner?There seems to be a debate on whether or not a toner is necessary in your skin care routine. I for one am a dedicated toner user. Toner has been part of my skin care routine since I was in my twenties and I am now over 50. Toners are used after cleansing your face but before moisturizing. They a
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User post: Seven easy-to-make skin care recipesHomemade skin care is fun, easy to make and both effective and inexpensive. Hope you can try some of these recipes and let me know what you think.
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Making the most of your brown eyesAlthough you may think your brown eyes are common and plain, you are actually blessed to have brown eyes. Brown eyes can wear so many shades of eye shadow and go from smoky eyes for evening wear to a light and natural finish for day wear.
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Want a beautiful complexion? Proper facial cleansing is the key!If you have been out and about today or even staying at home by the end of the day chances are your face is covered in dirt and grime from environmental pollutants. Are one of those types that simply wipes down your face at the end of the day? Then you are not doing you complexion any justice. Your
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Bothered by pillow case creases in your face!After 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 day.
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User post: Are you using the right anti-aging product - and is it working for you?There 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, trial and error in selecting your anti-aging product can get expensive and frustrating.
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Must have skin care and body care toolsAs many people say "having the right tools and materials for the job makes it so much easier" and I am very much inclined to agree with that statement. I am also inclined to believe that there are basic skin care tools that are necessary for great skin care. -
User post: A Wrinkle-free complexion in your 40's starts in your 20'sIt 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 preventive
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User post: NO Sweat Beauty Strategies during the Dog Days of AugustI love summer, it is the season to put away the heavy makeup and brighten and lighten up your whole appearance. However, the August heat can put a kybosh on that summer look with shiny skin, frizzy hair, and runny mascara and eye makeup.
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User post: Honey - sooo beneficial in skin care productsWhat's not to like about honey! It's great on toast, in tea, and offers so many benefits when used in skin care products.
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Alpha and Beta Hydroxyl Acids in Skin Care - Choose the right one for your skin type!Alpha 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.
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Common Makeup BlundersWe all know that the key to looking great is applying your cosmetics so that it compliments your face and eyes. All too often I see women that overdue their makeup for one reason or another with excessive eye makeup and/or foundation that does not match their skin tone or skin type for that matter.
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Amazing Shea ButterShea butter is commonly used in skin care and bath and body products. It is renowned for its moisturizing and healing properties. Shea butter contains large amounts of Vitamin A and E and other beneficial vitamins such as D and F. As we all know Vitamin A rebuilds skin cells and Vitamin E is full of
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Age-Defying Treatments for Aging SkinI don't know why but it seems to happen overnight, you look in the mirror and notice a brown or black spot, the fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and eyes suddenly seem more apparent, the skin doesn't seem to have the elasticity it once had and your overall complexion seems blotchy and uneven
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Gotta have the moisturizer!Starting my day without my Olay moisturizer is almost painful. My face will feel neglected, dry, and unprotected all day long. My moisturizer prevents and relieves my dry skin condition, which in most cases is the most common cause of fine lines and wrinkles. Additionally, my daily application of mo
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Kitchen ingredients for hair care and skin care - really!From my observation, it seems like more and more people are seeking natural skin and hair care products. Additionally people are looking for products that are inexpensive, do what they claim, and are eco-friendly.
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On a budget? Skimping on your skin care products? Consider this.Wouldn't it be nice to create your own skin care products specific to your skin type? Common skin care ingredients such as aloe vera, vitamin E, vitamin C, and essential oils such as jojoba, almond oil and herbs such as chamomile and lavender can do so much to nourish the skin. Additionally, kitchen
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Want a spa experience but can not afford the spa! Try thisHave you always wanted to try a body wrap, like the ones they do in spa, but just could not bring yourself to spend the money. A body wrap is a spa method used to melt away inches, reduce cellulite , smooth the skin, and reduce toxins in the body. In addition it will tone and tighten the skin and is
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User post: Combatting dry skinThe 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 cle
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Do you suffer from sensitve skin? There are options!Skin 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.
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Mousse or Gel? Volumizer or styling spray? Confused by the array of hair care products?Selecting a hair care styling product can be a 30 minute event. There are so many types of products each meeting a specific hair care need. How many hair care styling products are in your bathroom? Did you know that the overuse of hair care products can weigh your hair down and leave it to oily or d -
A flawless finish - selecting the right foundation for your skin type and skin toneHave you ever met women that cover their face with the wrong color or type of foundation? It is a shame that women will take the time to apply foundation and take care for their skin and end up with an unnatural appearance. Additionally, too many women think that they need a heavier foundation to co -
What you need to know about mineral makeup before you buy it!Mineral 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 texture an
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Easily Eliminate Age Spots and Brown SpotsAge 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 overexposure
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The Love of Inexpensive Skin Care ProductsDrug stores, discount retail stores, and grocery stores are fully stocked with inexpensive skin care products. We read the skin care manufactures claims that the product will reduce the signs aging and will fully hydrate your skin for a beautiful complexion, but that is a pretty big claim for a $10
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Create Your Scent - DIY perfumeNot all perfumes last as long as we would like them to. You apply a dab here and a dab there and within a half hour or so the scent is gone. Additionally, perfumes made today are manufactured with synthetic chemicals and less natural products such as essential oils,
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Spring into spring with these skin care secrets!Spring 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 prot
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Count down till Earth Day--what are you going to do for Mother Earth?The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970. That first Earth day launched the environmental decade. The American people stood up for Mother Earth that day and showed their deep concern about the deterioration of our environment and the rape of our natural resources. The objective of that f
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How to Properly Apply Blush – Contouring Your FaceProperly 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 bones
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Blackheads BeGone!Blackheads 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).
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What Does Your Handbag Say About You QuizWhat does your handbag say about you? Fashionable, sexy, fun and funky, or plain. Believe it or not a handbag you love can give you a sense of power, and increase self-esteem. -
A Different Approach to Dark Circles Under EyesDark circles under eyes can be caused from various reasons. Therefore, remedies should be specific to the cause. The most common causes are heredity, exposure to sun, allergies, medications, improper nutrition, pregnancy and menstruation, fatigue and aging. Thus the cause of dark circles under your
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Understanding Skin Care Product LabelingUnderstanding skin care labels can be quite intimidating, thus most people do not bother to read them. They take for granted that what is advertised on the front of the bottle to be true. For instance, a product is labeled "natural" and we assume that it is made from "natural" ingredients, whether i
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Exceptional Skin Care Recipes with Essential OilsThe use of essential oils can be tracked as early as 4500 BC. They were used in spiritual rituals and possibly the first medicinal treatments. Today essential oils are commonly used in skin care products, the foundation of aromatherapy, and healing.
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Amazing Epsom Salts!Amazing Epsom Salts! In this chemically induced world, it is nice to see that some products remain the same. It is also nice to see that more and more people are trying to reduce the chemicals in their life and in the environment and are considering a more natural approach to their eating habits an
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What Goes First - the Moisturizer or the Serum? The Sunscreen or the Primer?We all know that a 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?
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Mixing and Matching Skin Care Products - is this your skin care program?As 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 acne,
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A Facial Clay Mask? Select the Right Clay for your Skin Type6Clays have been used for centuries for cosmetic use, and are present in almost all traditional beauty regimens. They exfoliate, clean and invigorate the skin while improving blood circulation. Clay has the ability to absorb excess oils, dirt and harmful toxins from the skin. Clays can be used in fa
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Easy to Make Facial Peels - MasksFacial peel masks, also known as chemical peels, are designed to remove the dead skin cells on the surface, and lift out dirt. They are applied to the face in a liquid form which bonds to the skin. Upon drying, the mask is peeled from the forehead down to the chin. In addition to removing dead skin
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Budget Friendly Skin Care in a Uncertain EconomyJob losses, store closings, market down, these are just a few of the headlines that we hear everyday on the news. It is no secret that people are spending less. They are spending less because they have less to spend and/or they are hanging on to the money they have. Does that mean we have to give up
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Are Your Hands Old? Essentials for Beautiful HandsAll too often, we neglect our hands as part of our skin care regime. The hands, just like the face, age with lines, wrinkles, and brown spots. Additionally, as we age the skin on the back of your hands looses elasticity and the skin becomes thinner. Furthermore, the hands can be a real distraction w
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Combating Oily Skin the Inexpensive WayDo 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, the downside to oily skin is a shiny appearance, large pores, pimples, blackheads or both.
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Nature's Gift - Aloe Vera for Beautiful SkinThere 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 flowers
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DIY Microdermabrasion – Bringing Beautiful Skin to the SurfaceMicrodermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure in which the outermost surface of the skin is partially removed by light abrasion. This form type of cosmetic procedure is to remove or lessen the appearance of scars and dark spots on the skin, smooth away leathery sun-damaged skin, and stimulate the produc
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Make Your Own Essential OilsEssential oils are the oils obtained from plants by various methods, such as distillation. They are called essential oils because it carries a distinctive scent, or essence, of the plant. The use of essential oils has a history dating back at least a thousand years and has been used for medicinal us
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Easy To Make Body Scrubs RecipesA body scrub is surprisingly easy to make at home. Start with sugar or salt in a bowl, add jojoba oil, almond oil or lavendar oil, which are available at many health food and grocery stores.. Mix in other herbs like lavender sprigs or dried rosemary, and use the scrub along with a loofah sponge. See
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Neck and Cleavage Need Moisture TooMost of the time the neck is uncared for as part of your skin care routine. The neck area and décolleté, as known as the V zone, has very thin skin and is prone to show signs of accelerated aging, similar to the skin around the eyes. Therefore, the neck and décolleté area need attention in order
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Properties of Common Herbs and Essential Oils in Skin CareEssential oils and herbs offer so many benefits in your skin care regime. Below are common essential oils and herbs commonly found in skin care products:
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Facial Cleansing for Specific Skin TypesCleansing 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 to pr
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Purpose of Facial SerumsFacial serums are generally found in exclusive spas as part of a facial treatment. The type of facial treatments has been a beauty secret in the spa industry for a long time. Serums are liquid treatments high in concentrated ingredients to treat skin problems such as redness, fine lines, discolorati
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Banish Dark Circles under EyesAt 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.
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Easy Skin Toner RecipesToners are used to remove any left over residue after cleansing the face. Additionally, they freshen the skin, close pores, tighten the skin, and restore ph balance. After cleansing your skin is stripped of it natural oils thus leaving the skin dull and dry. Usually it can take up to a half of an ho
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Green Tea for Beautiful Skin and Healthy LivingGreen 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 of aging externally and
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What's In Your Skin Care CreamThe skin care industry has the public convinced that their products will bring you a glowing complexion, reduce wrinkles and reduce discoloration. However, the cosmetic industry is not regulated and so long as they list the ingredients on the bottle as required by the FDA they can make all the claim
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The Essentials for Youthful Looking HandsAll too often, we neglect our hands as part of our skin care regime. The hands, just like the face, age with lines, wrinkles, and brown spots. Additionally, as we age the skin on the back of your hands looses elasticity and the skin becomes thinner. Furthermore, the hands can be a real distraction w
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Make Your Own Facial PeelFacial peel masks, also known as chemical peels, are designed to remove the dead skin cells on the surface, and lift out dirt. They are applied to the face in a liquid form which bonds to the skin. Upon drying, the mask is peeled from the forehead down to the chin. In addition to removing dead skin
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Types and Uses of Facial MasksSince ancient time's facial masks have been a part of a skin care routine. During those ancient times facial masks, moisturizers and other skin care products were made from natural ingredients. Some of these natural ingredients were made from flowers, such as roses and jasmine to make facial toners
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Low Budget Skin Care That WorksWe all want a natural and glowing complexion. Nobody wants lines or wrinkles, or age spots or blemishes. This is evidenced by the amount of dollars spent every year on cosmetics and miracle creams and lotions. While the cosmetic industry would like you to believe that their product is the "one that
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The Wonders of Epsom SaltsEpsom salts are named for the mineral rich waters of Epsom, England, where they were known at least as far back as Shakespeare's day. When bathing, the magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is absorbed through the skin and is an inexpensive and natural way to reduce stress, treat skin problems, and draw to
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Exfoliate for Glowing SkinExfoliation is a method of removing the dead skin cells on the upper layer of your skin and increasing circulation to promote new skin cells. Once used only in exclusive spas at a costly amount, exfoliation is a simple technique that you can do at home.
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Moisturizing - the key to hydrated skinMoisturizers are designed to hydrate the skin thus making your skin more pliable and softer. In addition, applying a moisturizer offers protection against dehydration, repair dry scaly skin and postpone the effects of aging.
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Papaya - A Natural Choice for a Facial MaskPapaya is a natural for incorporating into your skin care regime. The fruit offers anti-oxidants and are rich in essential enzymes. Papaya has both preventative and restorative properties when used in skin care. Papaya's powerful fruit enzymes are known to aid and accelerate healing in skin disorder