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Acid Tongue

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:54:37 +0000

Modern diets are high in acid forming foods like sugar and white bread. We eat far more of these foods than we are supposed to, and the result is that our blood levels become acidic too and out of our usual pH range. This has a very negative effect on the body, as our cells activity is seriously diminished. Circulation is weakened, acne and congested skin may form and, as it effects DNA synthesis, it is even thought to contribute to the formation of certain cancers.

If you feel as though you may be suffering from an acidic diet, try eating more alkaline foods to balance out your system – you should be aiming for around 80% alkaline food and 20% acidic food in your diet.

For a boost, take three cups of lemon in hot water per day. Despite what you may think, lemon is an alkaline forming substance. You may be surprised by the effect it has on your body and skin.

Carrie Bradshaw Waves

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:55:26 +0000

The fictional character Carrie Bradshaw is still as iconic for her style as she ever was. One of her best loved assets was her full, wavy blonde hair. This excellent video shows how you can create the wild waves of the Sex and the City character. Enjoy!

1950s Hair Care

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:33:05 +0000

How often do you wash your hair? According to this video clip from the 1950s, it used to be normal to only wash your hair every two weeks. There’s no mention of conditioner, but astringent products like vinegar and lemon juice are suggested to make the hair shaft squeaky clean.

The Nightingale Facial

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:43:39 +0000

If you were told that nightingale droppings could be the key to healthier skin, would you slather it on? Now, you can do just that at New York’s Shizuka Spa. The spa’s treatment menu includes a ‘bird poop facial’, which uses nightingale excrement mixed with rice bran and water as a face mask. The mask is applied over the face and dried using a UV light. An ingredient in the poop is said to exfoliate the skin and leave your complexion glowing. So, would you try it?

Give and Makeup

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +0000

Do you have a lot of unused makeup which is cluttering up the house? Most of us have at least one beauty product which we bought on a whim and haven’t looked at again since. Now you can do something with them, whilst helping a great cause.

Every week in the UK, two women are killed by their partner or and ex-partner while one on four women will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lives.

Refuge and Womens Aid work hard to protect these women, but they often lack daily essential such as shampoo, deodorant, makeup and baby products. Give and Makeup is a charity which works to put these items into the hands of the women who so desperately need them, but it relies on donations from people like you to keep going.

If you would like to help this fabulous charity, go to the website now.

The January Detox

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:00:05 +0000

The first of the month is, for many, a chance to get back on track with healthy eating and general well-being. Most of us manage to gain a few pounds in December and have over indulged in sweet foods and alcohol. By the time January rolls around we’re ready for a change. Some people will stop drinking for the month, many will join a gym and try to get into weight loss and some even go for a more extreme route by opting for juice cleanses or liquid diets.

If you do detox this month, then make sure you take things slowly and keep an eye on your health. A drastic change in diet can be worse for you than you might think. Be prepared to experience headaches, nausea and dizziness.

Do you undertake a detox in January?

Barbie Gets Bleached

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:04:33 +0000

Bleach is world famous salon for its incredible and bold colouring. Right now, the colourists and stylists from the hair salon are working on Barbie, creating statement hairstyle for the stylish doll. So far, there has been a great range of styles from the rainbow rope braid above to a fun dip-dyed color. Each Barbie style has details of exactly how the look was created, in case you’d like the same style for yourself.

Make-up Tip – Buffing

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:00:26 +0000

Choosing the right tool for your make up application can make a bigger difference than you might realise. A foundation brush helps to get an even finish, but for a truly flawless, airbrushed look you might want to consider using a kabuki brush. The soft, rounded brush is used in circular motions to conceal pores and give a truly perfect look to foundation, blending it into the skin. It’s perfect for special occasions like Christmas parties.

Quick Tip – Steam

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:00:33 +0000

During the winter, skin can get dry and flaky which often results in clogged pores. It can be more difficult to clean out congested pores during the winter as the complexion can become more sensitive, so products like Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid can irritate the skin. Instead, treat your skin to a weekly steam. Just place hot water in a bowl, place your head over the bowl and cover your head with a towel to keep the steam in. This will open up the pores, so when you cleanse they become decongested. Finish by closing pores with a splash of cold water.

Miranda Kerr on Becoming A Victoria’s Secret Model

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:13:14 +0000

We all have our own insecurities and it’s good to know that big stars and models have body image worries too – we’re all human! Model Miranda Kerr recently opened up to People Magazine about how she felt when she joined the Victoria’s Secret Angels…

“I just remember the first time I met Adriana [Lima], she was so beautiful,” Kerr says. “I was like, ‘Why would they want me? I mean, look at her. She’s incredible.’ And then I met Heidi and Gisele and I was like, ‘What am I doing here?’”