Beauty & Health
Makeup Basics
Today make-up is like other fashion, anything goes if it works for you. That means taking into consideration your skin tone, activity, age, etc. Don’t wear too much make-up. The more make-up you wear the older and cheaper you look. Wear the makeup that flatters you and do not worry about the latest trends. Below are some general guidelines on how to apply make-up.
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Affordable Status Symbol from Hermès
Coming a new affordable status symbol from Hermès. For those who cannot afford a Birkin or Kelly Bag Hermès is launching a line of lipstick, Rouge Hermès lipstick will be in a refillable metal (same as the metal used on handbags) case. Rouge Hermès comes in 24 colors and two finishes, matte and satin. Price is $67.00 and refills are $42.00 (plus three additional options every season for $72.00) .
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Braiding Summer Hair Trend
Summer is here again and with it comes hairstyles that reflect the relaxed nature of the season. This season, a popular trend is braiding. Braiding has come a long way from the single braid and pigtail braids of childhood. Now there are halos of soft braids crowning the head, and the recently popular “fishtail braids” known to our friends across the pond as “plaits”.
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Hair Styling Tips for Travel
Travel is becoming more frequent for many and that includes going to different climates, be it an exotic location that offers a respite from the routine of daily life, visiting friends and family across the country, or perhaps there is a new career opportunity beckoning you from another state or continent.
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Skin Care Basics
Beauty begins with skin that has a glow. Keeping your skin clean, wearing a moisturizer that contains sunscreen daily, eating healthy foods, exercise, drinking lots of water and getting a good nights sleep are all things that help your skin to look good.
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What is a “Brazilian” waxing?
It’s not the 70’s anymore when it was OK to go “au natural”, it’s customary now to take it all off. And no, your grown self isn’t going to look like a pre-teen without any hair, so don’t worry. A Brazilian waxing is the removal of all hair in the pelvic area. Single or not, a “Brazilian” waxing makes us feel cleaner and well, sexier. So wax on!
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Show Off Those Beautiful Legs!
OK ladies, we are officially in swimsuit and summer dress season so let’s show off those beautiful legs! But before you do, take care to make sure your gams are in tip top shape and ready for those admirers by keeping them silky smooth. There are many ways to remove unwanted body hair these days so I will list a few basics to help you step into summer.
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Can everyone pull off a bob?
Everyone can pull off a bob. There is a bob style for every face shape and hair type. The bob is a timeless classic that never goes out of style. This season, the bob is being reinvented with asymmetrical cuts, choppy layers, and textured finishes. Whether you prefer a sleek and polished look or something…
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Why Use MakeUp Brushes
Make up application is very similar to painting a picture. An artist uses many different brushes to achieve his or her desired effect. For example, when painting the background an artist may use a different brush than the one he or she uses for details in a painting. Like an artist when we apply foundation and other make-up we need to use different brushes to achieve the desired effect.
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How to Pamper Yourself
Anytime is a great time to pamper yourself. Get a facial, a body massage or that new pair of shoes that you can’t live without. It is also a great time to evaluate your diet, skin and makeup.
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