Beauty News
Bear in mind we are
not addressing anyone's personal situation and you should rely on
this for informational purposes only. Please consult with your own
physician before acting on any recommendations contained herein.
Exfoliation - fresh, young, healthy skin
Dull, dry, and
gray skin. Layers of dead skin cells
sitting on our faces prevent even the most
aggressive moisturizers from truly providing
fresh, young, healthy looking skin.
Our skin cells
live about 21 days. As they mature, they move
from our basal layer of the epidermis to the
surface. These old cells become flat, dull and
unable to hold needed moisture. Unfortunately,
when these cells die, they stick to the surface
of the skin, dulling our complexion.
These dead cells
need to be removed frequently to reveal
the living skin below. Regular use of the Daily
Lift, our signature alpha hydroxy, will release
dull, environmentally damaged skin cells,
reduce the appearance of
fine lines and wrinkles, even your skin
tone, and minimize pore size.
>> Get Daily Lift, Our
Facial Magic Polishing Cloth used in
conjunction with Daily Lift is a potent
combination for creating a smooth, flawless face
under makeup.
These two products deeply
clean your skin and
unclog pores. I recommend a total body
scrub once or twice a week because dead skin
also collects on our torso and your body
moisturizer will work more efficiently when you
regularly slough off the dull, old skin.
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What Does Your
Nail Polish Say About You?
by Jackie Silver, The Ageless Sisters and AgingBackwards.com
French manicures or clear polish are always appropriate for weddings
or when you need a toned-down look, but these days colors are hot
and the brighter the better. With so many colors from which to
choose it's easy to make a splash with fingers and toes.
Wearing brights like corals and pinks are playful and pretty during
the warmer months, while very deep shades of wine to almost black
look powerful and bold in the cooler months. Making a statement with
your polish choice can make you feel and look younger, but before
you apply that polish, check the color of your nail beds. Normally,
nail beds are peachy-pink because of a healthy supply of blood into
the fingers and toes. When a diet deficiency or disease is present,
sometimes the nail beds become discolored or even misshapen. Bluish
nails could indicate a lack of oxygen in the blood. Greenish nails
could denote infection in the nail bed or other part of the body.
Check with your doctor if your nail beds - free of polish - are any
color other than peachy-pink.
So, what does your color choice say about your personality? There's
a color test you can take online, The Lüscher-Color-Diagnostic (http://www.colourtest.ue-foundation.org/),
which measures a person's psycho-physical state, his or her ability
to withstand stress, to perform and to communicate. Using 5,015
precise definitions, the selections from among these pre-determined
test colors measure the state of 34 personality traits, some of
which we are not even aware of ourselves. The test is created in
such a way as to reveal how you really are, not how you perceive
yourself or how others perceive you.
Whatever your personality, you can achieve your favorite color by
layering sheer polish using the new butter London (http://www.butterlondon.com/)
Jelly Collection. With each coat, the shade gets a little darker,
yet still looks sheer and elegant so it's perfect for the summer.
Think of nail polish as a fashion accessory that completes the
overall look of your outfit.
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Eat Cherries
for Better Beauty Sleep
Tart cherries, especially the
Montmorency variety,
contain a substantial amount of melatonin, which we already know
helps to moderate the sleep cycle. Our bodies make their own
melatonin, but sometimes it's not enough, and the cherries could
 help
to boost dwindling levels.
Melatonin isn't just involved in the sleep cycle -- it's also a
powerful antioxidant that helps fight inflammation that causes achy
joints and muscle pain. Cherries contain major synergistic
antioxidants, including quercetin and anthocyanins that may help
maintain cardiovascular health.
Cherries without sugar
are not especially delicious so you might want to add a sprinkle of
Stevia or opt for a capsule that packs the age-busting properties.
"Eating cherries with high melatonin
concentrations will increase the antioxidant capacity in the body,"
says
Dr.
Russel Reiter,
Ph.D.,
whose recent research at the
University of Texas quantified the availability and activity of
melatonin found in cherries.
I take a tiny bite
of a 2.5 mg. Melatonin tablet just before bedtime and it quickly
dissolves under my tongue. Jackie Silver, my Ageless Sister, met
Dr. Rubin Naiman, PhD, a noted
sleep doctor, who understands how critical a good night sleep is to
our general well being when she was a guest at Rancho La Puerta.
Coconut Milk
and other Beauty Treats from Across the Globe
Noreen
Young, a makeup artist and sought after speaker, says
that if you place 14 ounces of unsweetened coconut milk in a
bowl, refrigerate it overnight, apply it to your hair and leave it
for 20 minutes, then shampoo and rinse, you will find that your hair
will not only be conditioned but stronger and shinier.
Argan oil,
treasured in Morocco for its emollient, non-greasy properties, may
be great for skin but it does have a little drawback...it contains a
lot of oleic acid which is highly comedogenic. So while it may be
good for oily skin and psoriasis, it could clog pores and cause
inflammatory acne.
Italian's enjoy
drinking goat's milk and they also like to bathe in it for
its skin softening benefits.
Thai women adore
coconut milk and use it in their cooking, drinks and as an
ingredient for lush, exotic desserts. They also love it in warm
baths and on their hair.
Olive oil
for lashes? Olive oil is not only for the Mediterranean diet
but Greek women use it as a natural moisturizer and on their lashes
to aid in their growth.
Polish women
start their day with a cup of hot water infused with a teaspoon of
fresh lemon juice to detoxify.
How
Disgustingly Dirty is Your Makeup???
Makeup sponges, brushes, mascara and even
foundation can easily be tainted with bacteria that lives on our
fingertips. Diane Ranger, creator of
ColoreScience Mineral Makeup
encourages users to clean brushes and sponges frequently and I
agree, especially after reading and watching ABC's segment on
department store testers. EWWWWWW! Nasty things live in those
testers because a lot of people do not voluntarily use the
disposable applicators when trying out the products so contamination
is prevalent. Watch the following video and remember to be
very aware the next time you're tempted to try those enticing colors
at your favorite cosmetic counter.
HOW DIRTY IS YOUR MAKEUP?
FOUR HABITS CAN AGE YOU 12 YEARS!
1)
Smoking tobacco 2) Drinking more than two alcoholic beverages a day
3)Getting less than 2 hours of exercise weekly 4) Eating fruits and
vegetables less than three times each day.
If you
would like to read the entire article outlining the study from Oslo,
please click on the following link:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36786312/ns/health-aging/
BEAUTY ON A BUDGET by Jackie Silver, author Aging Backwards:
Secrets to Staying Young.
With
today's belt-tightening many people are thinking about where they
can afford to cut corners and save a few dollars. There are plenty
of inexpensive but effective alternatives to everyday essentials
that replace the need to splurge on big-ticket beauty items. Here
are just a few:
Can't
afford a pricey spa? No problem - bring the spa to you. Sequestering
yourself in the bathroom for an hour or two of pampering can go a
long way toward rejuvenating the spirit. Start by setting the mood
with a few smokeless, battery-operated candles and soft, relaxing
music. Then apply a nice mask to your face while you soak your cares
away in a soothing bath. Ask your healthcare professional about
Natural Calm Bath from Peter Gillham's Natural Vitality (http://www.petergillham.com).
"With Natural Calm Bath you are getting the advantages of a mineral
salt bath with Real Salt and of Natural Calm, the best-selling
magnesium supplement in the natural products marketplace," says Ken
Whitman, Peter Gillham's president.
Can't
afford a pricey gym membership? No problem - bring the gym home.
There are plenty of exercise programs that can be done right in
front of the TV, most notably the new workouts that are springing up
for Nintendo Wii. The Wii itself can be pricey, but compared to
years of paying for a gym membership and the gas and time to drive
to the gym, it looks downright economical. If you're a cable or
fiber optic customer, check the on-demand section of your system for
a variety of free workouts for every activity level, from hard-core
aerobics to yoga, pilates and even Bollywood dancing.
Can't
afford a pricey salon hair-coloring? No problem - plenty of
do-it-yourself products make it easier to touch up roots, create
highlights or change hair color completely so you can make fewer
trips to the salon. Just check the shelves at your local pharmacy or
big-box store and you're sure to find racks and racks of brands and
color choices. Roots can be touched up in a matter of minutes with
one of the many new products available, while over-all color and
highlights may take a bit longer. I find that for "bigger" jobs,
such as at-home highlights, inviting a friend over to help goes a
long way toward achieving a more professional result.
www.agingbackwards.com
See
how life affects your skin
in this
Webmd slideshow - Just click on the highlighted link and watch
how you can protect your skin, eat foods that nourish and benefit
aging skin along with other helpful hints. Just remember that
in order to have glowing, vibrant skin, it's the little steps you do
everyday - the smidgens - as
Rancho La Puerta Spa
owner, 87 year old Debra Szekely, says…”the cumulative effect of
smidgens: pollution, radiation, excess calories…it's the little
smidgens that you do everyday that attributes to good health."
Omega 3
- A Beauty Treatment? You bet! Dr. Al Sears -
from his newsletter -
www.alsearsmd.com provided the following guidelines to
easily add Omega-3 into our eating plans. These heart healthy foods
just might keep you living younger longer.
Here are three steps you can take to bulk-up on Omega-3s
right now:
Step 1: Eat fresh fish three or four times a week.
I recommend coldwater, high-fat variety fish like:
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Albacore tuna
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Mackerel
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Salmon
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Sardines
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Lake trout
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Swordfish
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Herring
Step 2: Eat more raw nuts and seeds.
For many
years, nuts have gotten a bad rap for being high in fat.
But in reality, nuts are a great source of Omega-3 and
other life-enhancing nutrients. Here are some of my
favorites:
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Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil
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Soybeans and soybean oil
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Walnuts
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Brazil nuts
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Almonds
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Hemp seeds
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Pumpkin seeds
Step 3: Take 3 to 5 grams of Omega-3 fish oil a day.
I recommend my formulation of Peruvian fish oil that
packs
two to three times the Omega-3s you find in
leading brands, and five times more Omega-3s than a can
of tuna – without the mercury. These oils can help you:
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Strengthen your heart and blood vessels
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Maintain blood pressure levels that are already
within the normal range
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Help support joint and muscle health
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Keep your triglycerides (blood fat) in the safe
range
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Sustain healthy HDL (good cholesterol) levels
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Boost your memory and brainpower
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Protect your blood vessels and nerves
www.alsearsmd.com
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http://www.alsearsmd.com/
Say
Say Say Goodbye to Underarm Deodorant!
A few weeks ago I read that Milk of
Magnesia could stop underarm odor and wetness. I was skeptical but
hat hey,
why not give it a try…so off to Rite-Aid I went, bought the smallest
blue bottle and began using this preparation with only three
ingredients. I have the best news – this works and my underarms
smell sweet even after exercising and power walking. No more
aluminum Sesquichlorhydrate or other chemicals that may clog our
pores or mess with our lymph system. Are you willing to send your
underarm deodorant packing?
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com featured this tidbit in their
column recently and 100% of the 32 people who tried this remedy said
it worked for them. I think it’s a good idea to thoroughly wash your
underarms – even scrub them to remove residual deodorant residue –
and then apply the MoM. Read the comments here -
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2010/01/16/milk-of-magnesia-as-deodorant-1/#comments
I highly
recommend the product OraMd! This is an all natural product
that works to enhance your gum and mouth health. I have used
it for years and my dental hygienist is extremely pleased with my
dental health. In the last few years there has been no mention
of gum disease nor any scraping or hint of any displeasure from her!
Remember, there is a strong connection between poor oral health and
disease so having a bacteria free mouth is important.
(disclaimer: I am not paid, have not been asked or compensated to
talk about this product.)
4 Step Oral Hygiene Program Is as follows:
1. Brush twice a day, morning and evening using 2 to 5
drops of OraMD. OraMD replaces toothpaste, mouthwash and breath fresheners. Using other products in conjunction with OraMD
reduces it effectiveness. Most toothpaste contains potentially
harmful ingredients. The foaming ingredient in toothpaste is sodium
lauryl sulfate; this is a harsh chemical and is the main ingredient
in garage floor cleaners and engine degreasers. It can dry out the
mouth and bacteria flourishes in a dry mouth. To whiten, we suggest
to brush with baking soda up to twice a week; even though it is not
a harsh chemical you should rinse well and follow up with OraMD.
2. Floss every evening before brushing – more frequently
as needed.
3. Use OraMD as mouthwash twice a day, put 2 to 5 drops in
one ounce of water, swish and gargle. This is important because it
kills the bacteria in the entire mouth, including the back of the
tongue so there is no transference of bacteria from the tongue to
the gum line. The tongue is a breeding ground for bacteria and
bacteria are the main causes of gum problems. Most mouthwashes
contain alcohol and that will also dry out the mouth.
4. Mid morning, mid afternoon and as needed: put 2 to 5
drops on the tongue and coat the gum line and teeth to kill bacteria
and eliminate bad breath. Also, coat your gum line and teeth before
going to bed to keep the bacteria at bay while you sleep. OraMD
kills the 22 known harmful bacteria.
To get the results you expect, you must follow the above program.
Order at www.oramd.com
Also, check out our 3 Free Reports:
http://www.oramd.com/WarningonToothpaste2009.pdf
http://www.oramd.com/6HiddenDangersinToothpaste2009.pdf
http://www.oramd.com/SecrettoGoodGumHealth2009.pdf
Butter London
Who would have thought that this wonderful
shade of green would look so sensational? It absolutely
dressed up my hands and when I added a sparkly ring, there were many
compliments on wearing a shade so bold. You can easily find
this shade and other hot, different shades at
Butterlondon.com.
Studies
show that polished nails and wearing rings make your hands look
younger.
Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend -
Hot, hip nail colors from OPI
Suzi's Beauty Blog is a great place to find the
latest and greatest products from OPI. This item caught my
eye:
"We
all know about the "right hand
ring" -- a fabulous diamond ring
we buy for ourselves instead of
waiting for the person of our
dreams to slip it onto our left
hand. Now you can wear diamonds
at your fingertips, in the two
newest shades of
Designer Series Nail
Lacquer by OPI.
Each
shade of DS lacquer is infused
with actual diamond dust, to
reflect light in an explosion of
brilliance for ultra-rich,
glimmering, dimensional color.
DS
glow, rose gold
lit with brilliance, and
DS mystery,
an alluring dark violet diamond
 shimmer,
combine two of the season’s
richest fashion shades with the
unmatched glamour only diamonds
can give you. Now you can look
like a rich girl even if you're
not. Try it on at
opi.com"
Keep Your Hips Safe by
Eating Colored Vegetables
Eat red, yellow and orange
to avoid hip fracture is an article I found at
Bottom Line.
Who knew that by eating your vegetables that your bones could be
protected by the antioxidant pigments? You deserve to have the
entire story so here it is:
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- People who consumed
the most total carotenoids from foods like
tomatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes and
cantaloupe experienced a significantly lower
risk of hip fractures.
- Those who consumed
the most lycopene -- a carotenoid commonly
found in tomatoes and watermelon -- likewise
had a lower rate of hip fractures and
non-vertebral fractures.
- Beta-carotene --
abundant in carrots, sweet potatoes,
mangoes, papayas, etc. -- had a small,
statistically insignificant protective
effect, but only against hip fractures.
- Alpha-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin
and lutein plus zeaxanthin did not
demonstrate any independent protective
effect.
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Asparagus is Good
Medicine!
Asparagus is
good medicine because it contains nutrients, anti-oxidants and folic
acid that reduces inflammation in our bodies. Recently I
visited with two of my aunts in Oklahoma who are in their 90s.
Neither of them take medication and they are adamant that a diet
rich in organic fruits and vegetables have kept them healthy all of
their years.
Here's more information from the group at Natural Health News.
Look for Aging
Backwards at Amazon.com
Are your toes and feet extra dry?
Summer is the
time to show off colorful toes and fashionable sandals but if your
toes and feet are showing neglect as in dry, cracked and disgusting,
you need help right now.
According Rachel Parrish, co-owner of RJ's, a new spa/salon opening
January in Edmond, OK
there are 5 tips
to get your tootsies ready for summer:
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Soak your feet in fresh lime juice. The citric acid
naturally exfoliates your skin, loosening dry-cracked heels and
calluses. (Cleopatra took milk baths to soften her skin. Milk
contains lactic acid which also dissolves dead skin cells.)
§
Dry your feet and use a pumice paddle to scrub
off dead skin. A dry foot and paddle allows more of the loose skin
to come off. Do Not use credo blades to cut off calluses, as
this hardens the skins surface and allows for a worse callus to
return.
§
Apply a scrub and work it generously to buff the
feet. Then rinse. You can make your own scrub by mixing almond
oil/sesame oil and sugar.
§
Slather your feet with lotion. Take a few minutes and
massage those achy feet. This helps to release stress and toxins.
For dry-cracked feet, try using a heavier lotion or foot butter with
socks while you sleep.
§
Get those pedicures! A licensed professional will
help you maintain quality foot care, with added pampering and polish
to make you shine inside and out!
The Perfect Virgin
Mojito
For those of you
who love Mojitos, here is the perfect summer cooler
that will have you licking your lips and it's without spirits ...not
that there is anything wrong with that but sometimes alcohol and sun
do not mix well. I found this refreshing recipe from
Food and Wine.com.
This delicious recipe serves one:
Ingredients
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15 mint leaves
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1 teaspoon raw sugar
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1 ounce fresh lime juice
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1/2 ounce
Simple Syrup
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Ice
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4 ounces chilled ginger ale
Directions
1.
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint, sugar, lime
juice and Simple Syrup. Add ice, shake well and pour into a highball
glass. Top with the ginger ale.
New Nail
Colors For Spring and Summer
THE GIRLS IN THE BEAUTY DEPARTMENT from
Glamour.com Daily Beauty blog asked Suzi
Weiss-Fischmann, the guru behind OPI colors what her favorite color
for the new season is and she chose:
Miami Beet.
Personally, I think it is
a very hot color that will compliment most everything you could
think to wear. This sexy shade is one that your toes will
love!
 Zoya.com,
weighs in with no dangerous toxins (dibutyl phthalate, toluene,
formaldehyde). Zoya is available in a great range of fashion
colors and voted longest wearing nail polish by Women's Health
Magazine, as well as listed in Lucky Magazine's Green Guide.
This gorgeous lacquer is
Moxie.
And, from
Jessica Nails you might want to head in a totally different
direction
insofar as color. Why not try Milky
Way, from her Dark Side of the Moon Collection, (a deep
sexy blue) at least on your toes? Jessica Custom Colours are
Formaldehyde, Toluene and DBP free. Her colors are absolutely
stunning and you will certainly find something you like.
Fuller Lashes
without Drugs (update!)
Allergan treats hypotrichosis of the eyelashes (no growth) with
their new eyelash treatment Latisse that usually takes about 60 days
of eye drops to notice a difference in the thickness and length of
the lashes. What if there was a more simple way to stimulate
growth of your eyelashes without resorting to drugs, chemicals or
side effects? My optometrist suggests that if you have thinning or
even non-existent eye lashes that you can stimulate the growth of
new hair simply by washing your eye lids. The advice works because
I began washing my eye lashes and lids and in just weeks I noticed
that my eye lashes were indeed growing fuller. Now I know without a
doubt that my lashes are indeed longer and fuller and they grew
without spending a dime or changing my eye color (a side effect!).
Sun Exposure
Update
Doctors, Naturopaths and health care providers are rethinking their
previous stance on sun exposure. Recent research on Vitamin D
indicates that the natural way to get this cancer fighting vitamin
is through exposure to the sun – not overexposure but rather
enjoying ten minutes per day of casual sun exposure. This very
slight exposure can provide nearly the daily requirement to protect
our bodies.
This doesn't mean that you should forgo your wide brimmed hats and
sun glasses or toss your sunscreen into the waste bin. Sun can
indeed damage delicate skin so be super aware that ten minutes of
unprotected sun is just what the doctor ordered.
One health professional suggested that you apply your sunscreen when
you first go outside. The application of sunscreen takes about 20
minutes to protect your skin and only lasts about two hours.
Be mindful that re-application is necessary for your best protection
if you are outside for an extended period of time.
Flatten Your
Abs
Sitting at your desk many hours a day - yes, I'm very guilty of that
- can cause your abs to atrophy and then pooch out in a very
unflattering way. If you want to reshape your mid-section
while still sitting at your desk, here's how to do it:
First, sit tall
in your chair. As you slowly exhale, contract (suck in) your abdomen
and hold the contraction for 10 - 15 seconds. Keep your abs
contracted, slowly continue exhaling and tightening your abs.
Count slowly.
Repeat this 10 -
15 times per day.
Is this easy or
what? The movement does indeed gently reshape your tummy and works
even faster when you stop ingesting "white" foods.
This exercise
can be performed everywhere whether walking, standing or sitting;
stay aware of your posture.
Four Fabulous
Holiday Fashion Tips
Try not to buy black
By this time in your life haven’t you bought
enough little black dresses?? Why not break out
of the rut and dare to buy something with some
color in it! That way, you won’t be just one
more dress in a sea of black, and you will look
festive and fun! We would love to challenge you
to just go out there and “try” not to buy black.
You will find it’s harder than you think!!
Don’t reveal too much skin
The biggest mistake we see mature woman make is
that they buy holiday outfits that are in style,
but that don’t look good on bodies that are
aging. That means the ever popular strapless
dresses are generally a No No! As we age, our
arms are one of the first places to start
sagging. Be aware of this and take action! Go
for a deeper neckline, but see if you can find a
dress or top that has wide straps, or that has
some fabric over the shoulders that covers up
the arms.
Think Legs
This season you can get overwhelmed with the
choices of dress lengths. What should you do? We
think you should be honest with yourself about
your legs! If your legs are still looking
great, don’t cover them up. Show them off! Don’t
hide under long skirts that make you feel
matronly. However, if your legs are not your
best feature, just skip the dress and go for a
wonderful pant suit. You can still look festive
and hip in a pant suit if you look for a fabric
that is elegant and shiny. Be sure to wear the
right shoes and accessorize it!
Invest in a Shaper
If you choose a dress made of clingy fabric or
that is body hugging GREAT! However, make sure
you keep the bulges to a minimum! There are so
many brands of shape wear out there, you will be
thrilled with the choices and instant smoothing
results! Most boutiques carry the ever popular
Spanx line, but there are many more out there
too, like
Cass and Co,
Sassybax and
Slimpressions.
Deborah Boland and JoJami Tyler (The Glam Gals)
are Image and Style Experts specializing in
helping women 40 plus look and feel fabulous.
They are the authors of the book, The Glam
Plan~ 12 Simple Steps to Take You From Frumpy to
Fabulous, as well as coaches for their
Tweak Your Chic™, Image make-over
program. For more tips go to
www.fabulousafter40.com
and sign up for their bi-weekly newsletter.
You can also contact them at:
info@fabulousafter40.com
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Let's Do Tea
The health benefits of tea are
well known: green tea, black tea, flavored tea, white tea and
more can boost our immune system, help us lose weight and provide
anti-oxidant protection. Now there is a business opportunity
for those of you who might want to purchase teas at a substantial
discount to share with your friends. My friend Pia invites you
to her tea party!
Read more here.
Topical Vitamin
C Stops Basal Cell Carcinoma
If you've been diagnosed with
Basal Cell Carcinoma chances are your doc is going to be thrilled to
help you get rid of those pesky, red, raised bumps with a healthy
dose of good old Vitamin C. Taking Vitamin C internally is
essential for building healthy teeth and gums, it builds resistance
to infection and decreases the risk of cancer by 75%. Topically,
Vitamin C crystals mixed with a little water and applied three times
a day is selectively toxic to the carcinoma and leaves healthy skin
intact.
The use
of topical vitamin C to kill basal cell carcinoma has been known at
least since 1971.
Read the full bulletin here and
don't forget to print it or email it to your dermatologist or
primary care physician.
Laurie Schur,
Director/Producer
Laurie
transitioned into documentary film in the last few years
after a 25-year career as a psychotherapist. She created the
idea for “The Beauty of Aging” out of a desire to find
inspiring models of aging for herself and other women.
"Greedy for Life" introduces Shirley and Lavada, two women
over 80 who share proof it's not age but attitude that
counts.
"I
also appreciate your work...thank you for creating an alternative to
plastic surgery."
Watch the
trailer:
www.Beautyofaging.com
The Coffee
Facial
Coffee Facial –
Susan Lark,
MD has an interesting newsletter and she
suggests that coffee grounds can enhance your face and body. She
says it whisks toxins out of your skin, battles acne and other
blemishes, softens skin, exfoliates and more. The coffee oils
moisturize your skin and she says that hundreds of coffee's antioxidants can
protect skin against fine lines and wrinkles. Oh my goodness!
Yes, it's a little messy but once you try it a
few times, you'll get the hang of it. Keep it on five minutes. Rinse off in the shower
and then follow with your moisturizer. One note:
Starbucks Coffee will gladly allow you to have their grounds slated
for use in the garden so stop by and ask for a small amount of used
coffee grounds and try coffee grounds on your face and body.
Want Fuller
Lashes?
Fuller lashes are possible when you learn that
washing your eyelids and eyelashes will stop bacteria, inflammation,
staph and even more that causes eyelashes to thin. My optometrist
told me that washing your eyelids with soap, massaging the lids and
lashes for ten seconds then rinsing them well will help your lashes
grow thicker and fuller.
Summer Makeup Tips
1. Use sun block/sunscreen every
day to protect your face, neck, chest and back of hands.
You do need daily sun to boost your Vitamin D levels but try to get
that in the early morning or late afternoon so that you're not at
risk for burning or damaging delicate skin. With just 10
minutes of direct sun you can pick up about 12,000 IUs of vitamin D.
2.
Go light for lips. Now that summer is here, put away those dark
lipsticks and choose light, subtle and sheer glosses. I love
ColoreScience lip glosses that taste like chocolate. Go to
www.colorescience.com or call
866-426-5673 for the nearest location that stocks these
fine products.
3.
Stay away from heavy foundations so that wrinkles are less
apparent. If you want the best look, try mineral makeup. Just make
certain you moisturize first, allow it to penetrate then begin the
mineral application using soft, gentle, circular motions.
4.
Use bronzers and blushes to add extra color and pizzazz. Find
flattering shades without sparkles for a natural looking effect.
5.
Choose a hat with a generous brim and add sunglasses so you're set
for a day in the outdoors.
6.
Manis and pedis will assure pretty hands and feet. Colorful, bright
toenails in trendy colors will make white slacks and skirts pop.
Timeless Beauty
A poem by Agustina Crespo
Beauty is timeless
and so we are told,
To turn back the
clock and avoid getting old,
We
must cut and scrape and inject our faces,
but these things
do harm for they leave their traces,
They
take our power, put our fates in the hands of so called
professionals,
Who seems quite in
command of telling us how we should deal with aging,
Showing
us photos of the war they are raging,
Another
soul reaching for the fountain of youth,
Searching
the mirror for the surgeon's proof,
I look at it all
and find it quite tragic,
For
all that is needed is to do Facial Magic®
How you can
stop dry skin
1)
Take cooler showers – not baths.
2)
Moisturize when skin is towel-damp
3)
Use moisture laden non-soap cleanser only on the groin and
underarms.
4) Stay
away from itchy clothing and dry air.
5)
Check your medical conditions and medications.
Love Your
Belly, Butt and Thighs!
Prevention
Magazine writer, Karen Asp, says that our abs, thighs and hips are
our biggest problem areas - no wonder, sitting as much as we do, I
think we can easily begin to "spread". Not a good thing.
She brings exercise info from Tracey Mallett, certified Pilates
instructor and creator of the Renew You Sleek and Lean DVD.
These exercises are very similar to
those taught through Jack LaLanne's President's First Lady's Health
Spa; they require very little time to execute and boy do they work
to strengthen lax muscles.
Flatter Abs
Using Denise Austin's Secrets!
Our
clothes always wear better when our abs are tighter. Agree?
Well, Denise Austin says flatter abs are about attitude and food and
you can do this without one single crunch!
Denise
will introduce you to the five flat belly foods via Prevention
Magazine; I must say that I'm not a proponent of using canola oil or
soybean oil but I really love grape seed, olive and sesame oils.
Go here to
read
Denise's advice
and to print the Pilates movements. Get yourself ready
for summer! Give it three weeks and let's see how you fare!
Will Eyelash Growth
Boosters Harm Your Vision?
Long, full
eyelashes whether fake or real, complete our look, especially for
evening. Recently, several of my aesthetician friends began
sporting longer lashes. The results were startling but then we
began to hear rumblings that the product they were using might be
suspect.
You can read the story for yourself.
5 Tips to Winterize Your
Skin
Old man
winter blusters and spews cold, dry air outside and over-heated
homes and offices offer dry, warm air. Just like the Santa Ana
winds that sap the moisture right out of the air, the very same
drying conditions can damage your skin.
#1
Watch your shower temperature. Too hot water is drying so
alternate with cooler water temps to stimulate your skin.
#2
Use sesame oil before you shower. Apply it liberally on your
limbs and torso allowing it to penetrate at least ten minutes before
showering.
#3
Sunblock protects and nourishes skin so use it daily before applying
foundation. Remember that the sun can damage your skin every
day.
#4
Stay hydrated with filtered water. Drink your quota daily!
#5
Wash your face before bedtime and moisturize your neck, chest, back
of neck, hands and face thoroughly. Harsh toners with alcohol
and irritating scrubs need to be avoided now.
Best
Anti-Oxidant Foods
This site
has terrific info regarding what foods contain beneficial free
radical fighting properties.
http://www.fatfreekitchen.com/nutrition/antioxidant-foods.html
Women Dying To
Look Beautiful
Another young, vibrant woman died during a
liposuction procedure in Toronto. How sad that this talented,
successful, single mother lost her life hoping to rid her tummy of a little
mound of fat.
It is most bizarre that her "surgeon" had
no specialties and no
hospital privileges. She, "the surgeon", was training in family
medicine but she is not
listed as an accredited family practitioner with the College of
Family Physicians of Canada.
The scenario of allowing untrained and unqualified
practitioners to call themselves cosmetic surgeons that actually
perform surgeries is repeated many times a day in many areas of the
world.
In
the US plastic surgeons must undergo licensing and adhere to strict
regulations, but there's little to stop general practitioners from
calling themselves cosmetic surgeons and performing such
procedures.
Family doctors, physicians, not trained in plastic
surgery are performing cosmetic procedures because injections that
plump and paralyze, liposuction, surgery and other procedures are
very, very lucrative to their bottom line. They are in it for the
money.
This is a growing public health risk and lax
standards permitted this to happen.
http://www.canada.com/victoriatimescolonist/news/story.html?id=08c1a100-c8e8-4d49-8a32-99b22b6a5ffe&p=1
Highest Anti-Oxidant Foods
The
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition released a list
of the top thirty six foods that contain the highest per
serving content of anti-oxidants. You might be
surprised to learn that blackberries came in #1 and
sugar-free chocolate came in #36. Walnuts, strawberries,
artichokes, cranberries, coffee, raspberries, pecans,
blueberries and cloves were in the top ten. |
Is
Catherine Zeta-Jones using Facial Magic?